Well, look what I've turned up! Inside the treadle cupboard of all places.
There is about 4yards (or more) of this lovely fabric. It's a very loose weave, but heavy, so will need stabilising, but I've no idea of the composition - it doesn't feel like wool though. The lining fabric is a heavy, drapey satin, and feels very lush.
So, what do you think of the idea of using this fabric instead of the lovely blue? I know that I will have enough of this, so won't need to faff about. It will also give me a chance to see how the pattern makes up, and whether I can use the blue for a modified model.
I also managed to get interfacing yesterday, a yard of cotton iron on, which is beautiful, but I got the last yard, some bog standard fusible, and a couple of yards of very narrow interfacing which looks perfect for facings. So, far I haven't got any canvas - is there anything else I can use? The only one I found was white iron on which I don't think I want. I also ordered some tie interfacing for sleeve heads, but I think I'll make my own shoulder pads.
What are your thoughts? I really want to make a start over the weekend.
Jessie