Martha Washington? Can it be done?

[Chibi Kiku-chan]

Okay, one of my finals/projects (that's worth a total of 180 points and is for two classes) is my culminating project. Well, being the dope that I am, I picked Martha Washington thinking she made the American flag...Turns out it was Betsy Ross.... crying Well, anywho, I want to dress up as her for my project, but I would need a sewing pattern.

Heres a 110 dollar costume, like I have the money for that.
http://www.clicket.com/images/56182.jpg

Any sugestions on how to make that and also make it easier to do? *is good with sewing, but has never tried anything like that*

Here are some other *easier looking* costumes I've found.
Any sugestions for them? Got a pattern?
http://images.buycostumes.com/mgen/merchandiser/10119.jpg
http://www.clicket.com/images/18-021.jpg

Ans yes, I do need the bonet. ^^;  

[Umberella]

Simplicity 3723
Butterick 3071
Both of these are available at sewingpatterns.com if you don't have a fabric store nearby.
From looking at pictures of the real Martha Washington, I would like to suggest that you don't do anything that has lacing up the front. sweatdrop Not a real authentic look for women of that era.  

[Chibi Kiku-chan]

Okay, thank you sooo much! ^^  

[PoppyDadswell]

bonnets-

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