If we are going to be historically accurate it helps to know if you already have the bone needle and thread ready, as well as the fabric.. Let's assume you have all your supplies ready.. Tunics were the thing, for men women and children. read more
Well let's take away the cutting time as you can cut as few as 5 times to make a tunic (2 arms, 2 sides, one neck hole) even if you want a flared bottom without gores.. read more
I would say allowing at least an hour to lay out the pattern and cut it would be ample for this step and a good 12 hours to sew the dress, taking into consideration potential need for unpicking and of course pressing time. read more