llyrafantasyfae | (no subject)

Question about patterns. What is the/your opinion on JP Ryan patterns for 18th century. Are they better than the Big Three patterns? I have no problem with altering a pattern to make it more correct, I just need a starting point. This is a completely new era for me so I need that starting point, and at this point don't wish to completely scale up something new. I am still bitter about my epic fail on the Edwardian so I want to ease into the 18c.
If JP Ryan's patterns are complete crap any suggestions on other patterns?
I am mostly looking at the tops, bodices and jackets. I think I can accomplish a petticoat without the patterns.

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My 18th century block is modified from a JP Ryan pattern. I drafted my own sleeve based on the one in the Janet Arnold books because there was no was the JP Ryan one was going to come close to being right! So yeah, just echoing what others are saying - JP Ryan is a good starting place, but modifications will have to be made for it to be right.

Avoid the big three at all costs!