The purpose of this section is to show you the very basics. I'm assuming that words like "shift" and "kirtle" or "doublet" and "hose" are pretty alien, and that you've never picked up a needle. If that's the case, the best place to start is by getting an idea of the layers you need to wear. The details of making the clothes will come later; first you need to figure out exactly what you're going to make.
Nearly as important as what you're making is getting a grasp on what you should be making it from.
Whatever you're making, how you sew doesn't much change.
Finally, here's some miscellaneous bits and bobs.