Pad stitching and Shaping a Linen Doublet

 

Some work in progress shots of a 16th century black linen doublet.

Doublet front basted and shaped.

 

 

Under side of the doublet front, canvas and pad stitched wool.

Under side of the doublet back, more canvas and pad stitched wool.

Originally published at Centuries Sewing: Historical Costumes and Clothing. You can comment here or there.