Patterns - Folkwear #233 Glamour Girl Dress. Glamour oozed in Hollywood in the 1930s and 1940s, and this is the daytime dress the starlets wore. A close-fitting bodice is highlighted by a narrow "V" neckline. Front bodice and skirt gather into a curved midriff that ties at center front, providing snug individual fit. A fitting back hip yoke ensured a smooth line. The flared skirt draped gracefully at center front and back bias seams. The three-quarter length sleeves are distinctively gathered at the elbow. dress zips at the left side seam. Shoulder pads are essential for the proper early 1940s silhouette.
Suggested fabrics: Light to medium-weight fabrics with drape, such as silk or rayon crepe, satin, challis, soft cotton.
Priced per pattern. All sizes included, from XS - 3XL.
Patterns - Folkwear #266 Greek Island Dress.The Dress is an easy-sew sheath with plain yoke that is perfect for embellishment. The Jacket has a center back godet to add flare, an extended collar, and single-button front closure. The simple Tunic has a sailor collar and free-floating sleeve panels. Braid trim, ball fringe, or other embellishment are the perfect finishing touch for jacket collar or hem, and tunic collar and sleeve panels.
Suggested fabrics: For the Dress, choose silk or polyester crepe de chine or charmeuse. For the Tunic and Jacket, choose soft, filmy fabrics such as chiffon, georgette, gauze, voile, novelty cut velvet.
Folkwear #142 Old Mexico Dress. This 16th-century Spanish colonial style is quick and easy to make, with just four pattern pieces. Make it as a below-knee dress or a mid-thigh blouse, then fancy it up with the embroidery stitches on your sewing machine, or with other fun and colorful decoration. Suggested fabrics: Woven cottons and cotton blends, such as muslin, shirting, batiste and voile (for breezy, airy summer looks), damask, chambray, lightweight denim; rayons; lightweight linen and linen blends; silks and silk blends.. Sizes - Extra Small to 3X Largeincluded. Priced per pattern.
Silhouette Patterns #4350 - Quilted Dress by Peggy Sagers is a straight dress with long or short set in sleeves, optional quilt patterns with instructions. All sizes included in pattern. Priced per pattern.
Pauline is a true statement dress; dramatic, romantic and loaded with special details. Create truly distinct looks by mixing and matching sleeves and skirt styles to make the Pauline of your dreams.
Sizes 0-20 included in one envelope - Click here for Size Chart. Sewing level: Advanced Beginner
Features:
Unique bodice design
knife pleats at the waist
face-framing square neckline
keyhole opening in the back bodice tied at the nape of the neck
Can be made lined or unlined
Closed with an invisible zipper at the center back
View A - chic, sleeveless sheath with a straight skirt that hits just above the knee
View B - striking puff sleeve in two length and a midi-length tiered skirt
A relaxed, classic pull on dress with A - line shape
V-neck pull on dress or top, shawl collar, shaped welt pockets or curved side pockets
View A has short sleeves
View B has bracelet length sleeves
Difficulty Rating: Advanced Beginner
Sizes 0-20 included in one pattern envelope
Fabric recommendations: Designed for light to medium weight fabrics with medium body, and a little drape like linen, rayon, pinwale corduroy, lightweight denim or chambray.
Reconstructing History #RH1506 - "The Sabrina Dress" 1955 Evening Gown or Cocktail Dress Sewing Pattern
GIVENCHY-INSPIRED 50's ELEGANCE!
Based on an original pattern from 1955, this gorgeous creation based on Audrey Hepburn's gown in the 1954 movie "Sabrina" will charm and delight.
Style in two lengths — cocktail or gown — with a removable train and optional cummerbund, this dress pattern gives all the style of Paris haute couture in the 1950s with Audrey Hepburn's signature simple elegance.
Dress closes with at side with a zipper.
Fits busts 30" to 50". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
View A is a relaxed-fit pull-on tunic featuring cuffed three-quarter-length sleeves and a one-piece collar.
View B is a relaxed fit dress featuring in-seam pockets, button-cuff full-length sleeves, and a band collar.
Both versions include an inset front placket with a fun pleated detail, an inverted box pleat at back, and a curved shirttail hem that’s slightly longer in back. Effortless and feminine, this flattering classic-but-contemporary piece can take on many different looks depending on how you style it.
You will love this simple pull-on style dress and top because it is quick to sew and comfortable to wear - plus so stylish! Here are the pattern features:
Front and back yoke
Gentle raised V neckline
Subtle gathers at the front and back
Cut-on sleeve makes this style especially easy to sew
This pattern includes cup sizes to help you get a great fit
All sizes included in one envelope
View A DRESS includes on-seam pockets.
View B TOP is tunic style
Choose light to medium weight woven fabrics with body, like linen, broadcloth, lawn, voile, shirting, and lighter poplins and twills.
Part of Closet Core's Rome Collection, the Cielo Dress & Top is an easy, breezy take on a boxy tee and shift dress. Loaded with interesting details and interchangeable features, it will fast become a wardrobe-building favorite.
Sizes 0-20 included in one envelope - Click here for Size Chart. Sewing level: Advanced Beginner
Features:
Slightly dropped shoulder
Angled shoulder yoke
Roomy fit
Choice between elegant bias binding or faced neckline finish
View A - Semi-cropped top with cuffed sleeve
View B - Dramatic gathered long sleeve
View C - easy-fitting dress with sleek inseam pockets
Elodie is a modern take on a classic wrap dress. Romantic and flowy with multiple skirt and sleeve options, it’s equally appropriate at a park picnic or a special wedding. The skirt is swishy and voluminous and comes in three lengths, above the knee, midi or maxi, with optional patch pockets.
Sizes 0-20 included in one envelope - Click here for Size Chart. Sewing level: Intermediate
Great Copy Patterns #2840 - Charlotte Dress & Tunic,
Stylish and class dress and tunic for knit fabrics.
The Charlotte Dress and Tunic is the perfect palate for knit fabric. The ease of construction and easy wearing knits will make the dress or tunic a wardrobe staple. The fit is easy with petite, average and tall cutting lines as well as proportioned hip and bust shaping.
View A Features a drape cowl, View B show a soft cowl and epaulette and View C has a simple yet flattering crew neck. All views can be tunic or dress length and there are four different sleeve lengths for ultimate comfort.
Suggested Fabrics with at least 25% Stretch: View A & B – Soft drape knits such as jersey in cotton, rayon, bamboo, Cotton/Lycra, ITY, DBP (double brushed poly), other micro-fiber knits, View C can also use interlock and lightweight Ponte.
This versatile pattern offers you two alternative tops and two flirty dresses: one with ruffles and one with sleeves. This is the perfect pattern for your special going out dresses and for your casual tops! Sizes included are XS-XXL.
Nydia Blouses and Dresses: Four off-the-shoulder top or dress options. View A:. Fitted top with neckline ruffle. View B:. Fitted top with short sleeves. View C: Below the knee A-line dress with neckline ruffle. View D: Below the knee A-line dress with short sleeves.
SUGGESTED FABRICS: Two-way stretch fabrics with at least 25% stretch. Light to medium-weight stretch fabrics such as polyester spandex, nylon spandex, cotton jersey and wool jersey.
FABRIC REQUIRED: For fabric requirements see chart on images
NOTIONS: All Views: ⅜” (9 mm) elastic (see elastic required), thread.
View A:For Knit Fabrics Only! Scoop neck pullover, slightly extended shoulder, slim A-line skirt, long sleeved, button-front skirt with outside faced neckline. Suggested fabrics such as double knits, jersey, slinky knits, and stretch velvets.
View B: For Woven fabrics. Scoop neck pullover, extended shoulder, long or short sleeved, soft pleat at the center front and center back skirt panels, and faced neckline. Use only soft fabrics such as rayon challis, poly silkies, rayon crepe, silks, tencel, sueded rayon or soft cottons.
Sewing Workshop Collection - Gardenia Dress & Top Sewing Pattern
Enjoy this look-fitting designs any time of year with the right choice of fabric.
Loose-fitting
Four tucks and a tie to accentuate the waistline
Open neckline has partially sewn tuck at center front, finished with bias binding
Dress is below-knee with extended shoulder line finished with folded armhole bands
Blouse is hip-length with slightly extended armholes finished with bias binding.
All sizes included in pattern envelope.
Priced per pattern.
Suggested Fabrics: Light to medium weight woven and knit fabrics, such as Challis, chambray, broadcloth, light twill or poplin, Linen, Silk, and knits such as jersey, ITY, ponte.
Notions Thread. Optional: Double-fold Bias Tape. Ball Point Bodkin.
Liesl + Co - Sintra Halter Dress + Top Sewing Pattern
This sewing pattern can be made into a halter dress or a summer halter top.
Hip-length top or a flow above-the-knee dress
View A is a classic seamless-front
View B has a center-front seam with peekaboo V-slit neckline
Single button closure at the back of the neckband
Looks classic under a blazer
Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight woven fabrics with drape, such as charmeuse, crepe de chine, 4-ply silk, opaque challis, crepe, koshibo.
Recommended Notions: Coordinating thread, fusible featherweight interfacing, and one 5/8" button.
Liesl + Co - Santa Rosa Dress + Top Sewing Pattern
This effortless and sophisticated top and dress includes is classic and versatile for all seasons.
Band collar
Pop-over button placket
Dolman sleeves
Loose cut with dropped shoulders
Box pleat at centerback
View A Top: cut-on dolman short sleeves
View B Dress: self tie, curved shirttail hem, long sleeves with classic cuffs.
Fabric recommendations: Light to medium weight woven fabrics with drape, such as charmeuse, crepe de chine, 4-ply silk, opaque challis, crepe, koshibo. Recommended Notions: Coordinating thread, fusible featherweight interfacing, and 1/2" buttons (4 for classic cuffs, 5 for rent placket).
Reconstructing History #RH017 - Medieval Women's Dress Sewing Pattern
Buy our full-size paper pattern with complete instructions and historical notes for 14th century Kirtle or "Cotehardie" with long buttoned or laced or short sleeves with or without tippets. Northern European and Italian variants included. A variety of closures and neckline options are also included.
It may seem rather academic but the accuracy of your gown depends upon how accurately you construct it. Of course you can make a fantasy version. But if you want to be historically accurate, it's best to look less like a pink princess and more like the peasants down the street. Also boots, hats, a cloak, and a bodice do not belong with this outfit. Hoods are worn. The hair can also be worn uncovered in elaborate braided hairstyles. Creating a wonderful woolen gown is all in the cutting. A color you love will make a real beauty. Black or blue or yellow or crimson or even cloth of gold will make a garment elegant in its simplicity.
RH017 fits busts 28"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope. RH017Q fits busts 48"-60" and waists 41"-53". All Sizes in one envelope. Or order a Made to Measure pattern in your personal measurements.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Reconstructing History #RH838 - Regency Evening Dress Sewing Pattern
Do the Empire in style!
One of the stars of the Regency period is the white muslin evening dress. Adorned with multicolour and metal embroidery on the sleeves and hems, the true beauty of the gown was the excellence of the sheer muslin fabric and its beautiful simplicity. The fineness of stitching of the seams and gathering is exquisite and shows all your skill as a seamstress.
This easy-to-use pattern, based on extant and pictorial examples, helps you make your own lady's evening dress circa 1805.
Fits busts 30"- 50". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Great Copy Sewing Pattern #2690 - The Rio Tank, Tunic and Dress
The Rio is the perfect wardrobe trio for cool comfort when the temperatures soar. Choose from a stylish tank, tunic or dress for a variety of warm weather options. Makes a great top under a blazer or sweater. Cool weather possibilities include a tank or tunic over leggings and a long sleeve tee.
The Rio is slightly flared at the hem and each style features three neckline options, bust shaping to prevent gaps at the armscye and straight or curved hems. Fabric options include a variety of knits including cotton and cotton blends, rayon, bamboo and more. Construction is quick and easy with a serger and coverstitch. Sewing machine techniques are also included.
Suggested Fabrics: Knits with 25% to 50% stretch (4″ crossgrain stretches to 5″ to 6″). Interlock (cotton and blends), Jersey (single knits) with lycra, Rayon with Lycra Jersey, Bamboo with Lycra, ITY (interlock twist yarn), DPB (double brush poly)
New Look #6632 - Misses' Knit Empire Dress Sewing Pattern
Misses' dresses in three lengths. Pull-on dresses with in-seam pockets, two sleeve styles. Separate cowl-neck collar. Designed and sized for stretch-knits only.
The 1830s saw men’s fashion enter an era of exaggeration. By the 1840s, however, sanity was to return to fashion and men’s coat settled into a less severe style. The basic shape of the 1840s coat has not changed drastically since then. The cut-in Tail Coat was worn for all dress occasions, both day and evening, in single- and double-breasted styles.
Use the easy-to-follow pattern to make a Men's Dress Coat for the 1840s with narrow cuffs and skirts, cut-away front, and fold-over collar.
Fits chests 34" to 54". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Reconstructing History #RH002 - High Medieval Common Woman's Dress Sewing Pattern
Full-size paper pattern with complete instructions and historical notes for 15th century Commonwoman's Kirtle with long (A) or short (B) sleeves and pin-on Sleeves.
Easy enough for a beginner. Beautiful enough for an expert.
RH002 fits busts 28"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
New Look #6461 - Misses' Dress + Tunic + Top + Cropped Pants Sewing Pattern
This easy sportswear pattern works great in knit fabrics. Pattern includes cropped tank with slit and ties, tunic or high low tunic with long slits, and pull on cropped pants.
View A - Long tunic with rounded neckline and short sleeves
View B - Hi-Lo, sleeveless tunic
View C - Short, sleeveless top with side ties
View D - Pull on, elastic-waist cropped pants
Designed for both knits and woven fabrics, such as double knit, interlock, jersey knit, ponte, French terry knit, crepe de chine, charmeuse, broadcloth, linen, silky types. Tops A, B & C also can be made from cotton lawn, gauze, and voile. A & B can also be made from sheers like double georgette.
Burda rates this pattern as easy. It consists of a knit base with a sheer overlay in two lengths.
Simply perfect is the look of this sleeveless shirt dress or hip length top, with a light cover of circular fabric detailed with a small slit in back. Made up in sheer fabric, it would be a wonderful choice for a warm summer evening.
Reconstructing History #RH954 - Victorian Era British Army Dress Tunic Sewing Pattern
The ubiquitous scarlet tunics of the British military conjure up thoughts of the “Red Coats” of the American War of Independence and the changing of the Guard at Buckingham Palace. Now you can make one of your very own!
This easy-to-use pattern helps you make a Victorian Era Men's Army Dress Tunic for the 1850s through 1910s. Variations to conform to the 1856, 1868, 1881 and 1910s regulations included. Full instructions on how to build the corset-like interior that makes this coat look as fabulous as it always does.
Fits chests 34" to 54", waists 28" to 50", and hips 35" to 55". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Reconstructing History #RH007 - Late Medieval to Early Renaissance Costume Dress Sewing Pattern
1440s-1480s Lady's V-neck Gown sewing pattern - look like a medieval princess!
The ubiquitous V-necked gown of the mid-15th century -- often called The Burgundian Gown -- appears to be a unique and singular garment. This historical period costume pattern is for the V-neck Gown so popular among Western European noblewomen in the 15th century.
Both the pleated early version and the smooth-fitting later version are included in the pattern, along with two sleeve variations.
Fits busts 28"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Reconstructing History #RH921 - 1880s-1930s Men's Dress Coat or Tail Coat Sewing Pattern
Full size paper patterns for Men's Dress Coat for the 1880s through 1930s with narrow sleeves, cuffs and skirts, wide elbows, waist seam, side panel, cut-away front, and fold-over collar. This is double-breasted, but meant to be worn open over an evening waistcoat. Detailed instructions and historical notes included.
Fits chests 34" - 54". All sizes included in the pattern.
Reconstructing History #RH1360 - 1936 Evening Gown with Very Low Back Sewing Pattern
Elegant evening dress for your next formal event! Look like you stepped off the Red Carpet!
Based on an original pattern from 1936, this low-back evening gown with typical mid-30s curved high waist is stunning and flattering. Dress closes with at lower back with snaps or a zipper.
Pattern includes instructions for the dress and the dramatic scarf.
Fits busts 30" to 50". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
A boxy shape top with V neck, kangaroo pocket, and curved, longer back hem
View A has button or snap plackets at the side seams & three piece hood
View B has sewn side seams and one piece collar
Difficulty Rating: Advanced Beginner
Sizes 0-20 included in one pattern envelope
Fabric recommendations: Medium to heavier weight woven fabrics like wool flannel, lightweight wool coating, denim & corduroy or stable knits like ponte or French terry fabrics.
Recommended notions: Coordinating thread, lightweight fusible interfacing. View A eight 1" buttons or snaps
Patterns - Folkwear #227 Edwardian Bridal Gown. This is Edwardian charm at its best. A composite of several originals, the sewing pattern for this gown captures the essential elements of Edwardian charm - the high neck, puffed sleeves, nipped-in waist, a sumptuously full sweep of skirt, and as much lacy detail as the eye can behold. Priced per pattern. Misses sizes XS-3XL
Folkwear #109 Little Folks - 8 international patterns.
An international collection, featuring eight patterns and a variety of optional handwork techniques. Dress your sweeties up in a Japanese Kintaro, Mexican Dress and Baby Shirt, Korean Booties, Nepali Chupa, Moroccan Djellaba, or Turkish Tunic and Bloomers.
It's quick to sew up this flattering, slightly swing sewing pattern.
Four sleeve options - cap, short, 3/4 or long
Three hem lengths - top, short dress, long dress
Finish the neckline with bias facing strip or bias binding.
Perfect for knit fabrics, like jersey, ITY, ponte and interlock. Equally delightful made from light to medium weight woven fabrics with drape, such as challis, silkies, washed linen.
Patterns - Dana Marie #1026 Forecast. Sleeveless dress with scoop neck, and side seam pockets. Unlined jacket with V-neck. All sizes included in pattern - XS through 5XL. Priced per pattern.
Folkwear #113 Japanese Kimono pattern is for a yukata, or informal, unlined kimono for men and women of all sizes, usually made of cotton. All traditional kimono are cut and constructed in the same way, with variations only in length and in the style and width of the sleeves. Sized for men and women.
Patterns - Folkwear #123 Austrian Dirndl. The Dirndl dates back to the Renaissance and is one of few regional costumes still worn extensively in Austria, southern Germany, and Switzerland. Additionally, a favorite at Renaissance Faires and Oktoberfests, this three-piece outfit enhances the maiden in you. Priced per pattern. Misses XS-3XL.
Reconstructing History #RH1419 - 1946 Wrapped Evening Gown Sewing Pattern
Buy this gorgeous Evening Gown pattern and be slinky by the weekend!
Based on an original pattern from 1946, this wrapped-look, floor-length evening dress gives a pleasing silhouette with either short or long sleeves. Long sleeves can be self-bound or roll hemmed.
An invisible zipper closes the side seam.
Fits busts 30" to 50". All sizes in one envelope.
Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you've come to expect from Reconstructing History.
Folkwear #117 Croatian Shirt pattern. Until World War II in the mid-20th century, peasants, farmers, and shepherds wore this tucked linen shirt in the Pannonian Basin, the norther farming district of the country then known as Yugoslavia. Simple straight lines give this shirt or dress an elegant look for any occasion. The thigh-length shirt is constructed of straight panels of fabric, which are then tucked in front and pleated into a shoulder yoke in front and back. The sleeves with underarm gussets are pleated into cuffs. The notched collar and cuffs show the influence of tailored urban dress. The shirt, which has a front opening self-placket, buttons down the front and is offered in a low-calf dress length for women.
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Patterns- Sewing Workshop Collection - West End. All sizes included in pattern, S-XXL. Priced per pattern.
West End Top Front-zip top with hood, bell-shape banded sleeves, raw-edge front with finished hem band at side and back. Wrong side of fabric will show on hood. Pants Wide-leg, above ankle pants with side pockets, elastic waistband, stitched hems.
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Our Forever Satin Charmeuse is the perfect lightweight, slinky, high luster satin fabric for any drapey or fluid special occasion or evening wear dress. This satin has the fluidity of silk charmeuse fabrics as seen in bridal gowns and prom dresses, without the silk price tag, and it is very popular for lingerie.
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