Part 1 of recreating a circa 1470s south German style for practical use in conditions that recreate its historical context - in the field, worn under armor or as a standalone garment by a combatant with no personal support from staff or servants.

15th Century Sewing: How to Make a Fabric Button

May 6, 202515th Century SewingAnja Buschur1 Comment

This guide demonstrates the technique of making a button in the medieval way, by puckering up a round of fabric into a globular button shape. It’s largely based on the instructions from the Medieval Taylor’s Assistant book by Sarah Thursfield.