If you are interested in doing the outfit as historical baby clothes, you will be looking at a baby in either swaddling or in a super-long gown, similar to a high-necked chemise, but more of the length of a christening gown (a couple of feet longer than the baby). Modern mamas don't seem to like this; they want something that looks more like something an older child will wear.
My intent is closer to what you mentioned. I looked quickly in the shops at the Renn Fest this past weekend. I really didn't like the costumes that looked like "little wenches" or older children. Only problem is my sister is pretty practical so the length of the chemise might get on her nerves, toting her baby around in it, after a couple of hours. I guess I am looking for simple, somewhat historically accurate, and of course something I can whip up in an hour or two.
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Re: Renaissance baby?!
Date: 2004-09-14 07:57 am (UTC)What is your intent?
Re: Renaissance baby?!
Date: 2004-09-14 08:07 am (UTC)