I have been sewing for over 50 years. I like to upcycle garments and make costumes from secondhand stores. I have friends that have a big party every Halloween. I have made western, viking and pirate costumes. Some components have been totally made by me. Several years ago my brother joined a 1776 reenactment group based in Williamsburg VA. I made his shirt, coat, waistcoat and breeches.
I was hired to make new dresses for the nuns. I only made a few, I spent most of my time washing , mending and ironing their dresses.