How can I make a monk robe?

Question

I want to know how to make a monk costume. I want one that looks very authentic like then one in this link

http://www.realmcollections.com/p1127/monks-robe.html

I appreciate the help, thanks

Answer 1

One would assume YOU can sew, or have access to someone who can. That might also be true then of having the fabric, and a pattern.

   The robe itself can be designed after a choir robe, or other clergy robe, which might be easier to come by for pattern making. The Hood can be two or more pieces.

Answer 2

I would suggest you look in the phone book for costume makers in your area, or organizations that recreate medieval battles, I am sure either of these would be helpful.  There might even be a pattern in one of the pattern books (Simplicity/Butterick/McCalls, etc.) at a fabric store!  I know there are patterns for many different types of costumes that can be made.  The other alternative is to go to a costume rental company and ask them where they purchased their's.  Good luck.