Thank you, Glenn! I checked with some furniture restorers here in town to see if perhaps they either had shellac flakes, or knew where I could get some. The last person I called actually laughed! Everyone says to order online, so that's what I'll do. That's a job for tomorrow.
I can't wait to get more sewing done on these, both the 12 and the White FR. Today, typically, I spent time in a thrift store finding pillowcases, men's pajamas, and men's XXL shirts for the fabric. Oh, and a vintage iron. Now why this happened when I have plenty at home to sew, I don't know. I was out, the store was there, the shirts were there, now they're under my cutting table waiting to go.
Tomorrow more fun, and now that these two are mostly done, am working on a Universal 15-30, putting on a hand crank, etc.
When I get my dye I'll read through this thread again and make sure I remember all of the advice you've given (and then will post pictures when I'm done).
With appreciation,