This bodice has low diamond shaped neckline, perfect for dinner and evening functions. The sleeve can be either full or ¾ length. Hem is pointed in front with a square tail. Natural Form, does not fit over bustle. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern. 

This is a loose fitting blouse, with dropped shoulders and bishop sleeves. Comes in two styles, tuck-in or gathered into a waistband. Center front button closure, small band collar, button cuffs. Wear under a jacket or belted. Perfect for the years 1861-1869. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern.

This 1863 sheer dress pattern makes up as a lovely authentic civil war gown perfect for those hot summer days. The sheer outer fabric has a jewel neckline, moderately dropped shoulder, and is lightly gathered at the front and back waist. The sleeves are a medium-full bishop sleeve fitted to a loose cuff. Under the sheer dress is a foundation lining of white cotton, or a colored silk, cut low at the neck and known as a half high lining. The front lining is fitted with 2 darts, and the back is fitted with a curved T-back seam. The closure is at the center front, with the sheer dress and the lining each buttoning separately above the belt. The skirt waistband is attached over the waist of bodice, with the opening is in the left side-front seam. A pocket is hidden in the skirt opening. Multi-sized 30-56" bust and 22-48" waist are included in pattern.

1861 The Raphael bodice is essentially a dinner or evening bodice with a square neckline. It was featured in 2 different fashion plates from Peterson's Magazine. The first was the November 1860 issue, and the second was in the February 1861 issue. This bodice has the moderate low square neckline, typical of a dinner or evening dress of the period. The short sleeve has a puffed under sleeve, with an over sleeve. The center back laces closed. The waist can be either pointed front and back, or round. Also included is a pattern for the skirt, with 7 fabric ruffles and 6 lace ruffles, and a center back closure. The skirt has it's own waistband, which can be left separate from the bodice or attached the bodice. Fits over TV141 or TV142 hoop cages. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset. Multi-sized 30-56" bust and 22-48" waist are included in pattern.

1845 This sewing pattern is for a variety of 1845 dresses. It is drafted using a German tailor's guide written circa 1843. This style is suitable for the years 1840-1853, and should be worn over several petticoats rather than a hoop. View A has a gathered Fan Front bodice, with a fitted lining and a smooth back. View B has a fitted front with reveres, narrow at the waist and widening out to the shoulders. The bodice can also be left plain if desired. The bodice is fitted in the front with seam from shoulder to front waist, instead of darts. It also has a side, side back, and back seams for a closer fit recommended for the larger German body frame. The waistline is slightly low all around, with a deep point in the front. The full skirt can be attached to the bodice, or can be sewn to a separate waistband. The closure is in the center back, with hooks and eyes. The narrow 2 piece sleeve can also be headed with an optional sleeve cap. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset. Multi-sized 30-50" bust, 22-42" waist, all included in pattern.

1830's This sewing pattern is for a full Romantic Era dress, designed from fashion plates of 1832. This style is suitable for the years 1830 - 1836. Fitting at the point of the shoulder, this dress can be worn for both day and evening wear, depending on sleeve choice. The evening sleeve is a pouf Beret sleeve, and the day sleeve is a full Gigot sleeve with hooks at the wrist. The bodice reaches to the waist and can be straight around, or with a shallow point in front. The front and back have gathered upper sections, over a fitted lining. The bodice can also be made plain, if desired. A full skirt is attached to the bodice, and is ankle length. The closure is in the center back, with hooks and eyes. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset. Multi-sized 30-50" bust, 22-42" waist, all included in pattern.

1856 This sewing pattern is for an 1856 dress, designed from fashion plates and original garments of the pre-civil war era. This style is suitable for the years 1855-1862, and fits over pattern TV141 round hoop. It has a gathered Fan Front bodice, with a fitted lining and a gathered back. The deep V neckline can be filled in with a chimisette, or left open for a dinner dress. The full gathered sleeve has a fitted upper section and dropped shoulder line. The bodice reaches to the waist at the back and sides, with a shallow point in front. The bodice can also be made plain, if desired. A full skirt is attached to the bodice, or can be sewn to a separate waistband. The closure is in the center front, with hooks and eyes. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset. Multi-sized 30-50" bust, 22-42" waist, all included in pattern. 

1885 This bodice is high necked for day wear, or a square neck for evening, and has two-peace mutton sleeve. The evening sleeve is a small pouf. The hem has three options. This style is suited to 1883-1889. Fits over a bustle. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern. This bodice comes in two size groups. If bust measurement minus waist measurement is 7 inches or more, use size group A. If bust measurement minus waist measurement is 6 inches or less, use size group B. Please choose size group when ordering.

1880's This is the perfect blouse for casual, summertime wear. Historically correct for 1870's and 1880's, it is loose and fitted with a yoke at the shoulders. Two-piece sleeves and a round collar finish out the look. Fits over a bustle, or wear without, belted or tucked in. Multi-Size 30-50 inch bust included in pattern. 

1883 The front is like a Cuirass bodice. The neck either high with a mandarin collar, or a low diamond with a half collar. The narrow two-piece sleeve is in full or ¾ length. Double box pleats add lots of fullness to the "Waterfall" back. Fits best over a bustle. Multi-sized 30-56" bust, 22-48" waist included in pattern. 

1884 This bodice has a simulated, hourglass-shaped "vest." The back is finished with pleats below the waist. Double military collar and center front button closure. Two-piece sleeves with fullness at the shoulder, and choice of 3 lengths. Fits over a bustle. Multi-sized 30-50" bust, 22-42" waist.

1892 This bodice fits smoothly over a corset with a pointed front and back. The neck is rounded and the closure is in the center back. The pouf sleeve is formed in chrysanthemum style. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern. Does not fit over a bustle. 

1890's This Corselet is designed to be worn on the outside, similar to a wide belt, and shaped to fit snug to the body. This pattern contains two corselets, one tall and one short. Both extend below the waist a few inches and have points in front and back. They both lace at the center back. The short corset is 4" wide at the side and 8" center front and back. The tall corset is 6" wide at the side and 9 1/2" at the front and back. Fully boned, this corselet will retain the perfect shape through extended wear. They can fit with or without a bustle. The corselets are perfect for wear with a blouse, to keep the trim waistline. They were very popular in the 1890's, but also are seen in the 1880's. Wear under an Eton Jacket for a very fashionable look. Multi-sized: 20-46" waist, 30-56" waist included in pattern.

1896 This is your basic bodice for the 1890s, specifically suited to the year 1896. It has a center front hook/eye closure, military collar, and fitted sleeves with 2 puff variations. It also has an optional brettelle, wide over the shoulder and tapering at the center front and center back. Dress it up with the optional brettelles, and you have a very stylish outfit. Or use the bodice as a base to layer on trims for a more sophisticated look. Multi-sized 30-56" bust included in pattern.

1894 A shirtwaist is the original name for what we would call a blouse today. They are usually for summer wear, and are unlined and unboned and come in a vast array of styles. They can be made of any light weight fabric. Shirtwaists start to become popular in the early 1890s and become even more so throughout the next few decades, and are a staple for the working woman and the fashionable woman alike. It can be worn tucked into the skirt, or over the skirt, as desired. For this shirtwaists, the center front is cut on the straight of grain, and is closed with buttons. The sleeve is the Large Mutton Sleeve popular in 1893-94. The collar is a stand-and fall that looks particularly nice with a four-in-hand tie, similar to the man's ties of the period. The body portion is gathered to fit a waistband, with a peplum attached to the same waistband. The peplum can be omitted, if desired, to create a Spencer Waist. View A, has a plain front, and View B has a front yoke with gathers at the center portion of the yoke. For this pattern, please disregard any attempt at standard sizing. Everyone is unique in body type and size, and we have come up with a totally different way of managing patterns. We have included comprehensive directions on how to size and adjust this pattern for a good fit. Although we can't fit everyone, we have tried to do some of the guess work for you. These methods are a little different than what you may be used to, so please read them carefully, before cutting out pattern pieces. It is strongly advisable to make a mockup of the blouse, before cutting out your fashion fabric, to check fit. All of the bodice seams are true to the era, and it is designed to fit snugly over a corset. Sizes 30-56 inch bust are all included in pattern package.

1896 This is a very stylish, fitted jacket with a very wide notched lapel, and a flared hip. It can have one of two different closures, either 3 bands or a faux vest to hold it close to the figure. The band fits onto buttons on the front of the jacket, while the faux vest would have the buttons fitting button holes on the jacket. The main body is in four pieces for a good fit: Back, Side Back, and Front. The front is fitted with a single dart. The moderate sleeve is in two pieces, fitted to the elbow and with a full sleeve head. A contrasting lining fabric is visible at the lapel and hip ripples. With the sleeve as given, this style is suitable for 1893-1898. By changing to the larger sleeves of pattern TV495, this jacket can also be perfect for 1894-1896. This is the perfect companion jacket to skirt TV296 - 1896 Ripple Skirt. For a dressy evening or summer style, make up the jacket without sleeves (like a vest), and wear with a short sleeved blouse. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern. 

1898 This is a loose fitting jacket to be worn over a blouse. Can be waist length with a square collar or crop length with a round collar. Sleeve is fitted to above the elbow with fullness at the top. Multi-sized 30-50" bust included in pattern. 

A talma is a type of wrap that has a fitted back, held in place by a hidden belt. A box pleat at the back fits over a bustle. The front hangs loosely with buttons down the center front. "Sleeves" allow movement of the arms. Multi-sized small to x-large included in pattern.

1871 This is a cape like mantle which is belted at the waist. It is pointed at the back, and has two long pointed tabs at the front. A pointed collar decorates the neckline. Button closure at the center front. The sides drape loosely to give the appearance of flowing sleeves. Multi-sized fits small-2XL.  

1880's This is a pattern for hat frame made of buckram and milliners wire, and covered with fabric. It has a narrow brim and a tapered crown in 4 heights. It perches lightly on the front of the head, and is held in place with a hat pin. The hat is very stylish and perfect for high fashion gowns of the 1880's.

1880's This is a pattern for hat frame made of buckram and milliners wire, and covered with fabric. It has a tapered crown, in regular and tall height. The crown can be either with a peak in the front, or turned up, in regular width, or in wide width. It perches lightly on top of the head, slightly back, and is held in place with hat pins, or bonnet sashes. Directions for one method of covering the frame during making is provide. There are many ways to cover a hat frame, however. Feel free to experiment with fabrics and folds to get a really professional look. The Regular crown is suitable for 1875-1889. The Tall crown is perfect for 1884-1889. This pattern is One Size Fits All.

1890's This elbow length cape was seen throughout the 1890's as the basic wrap of the times. It is cut in the Military style, also known as the ¾ Cape. It can be cut with a straight or scalloped hem. The reveres at the center front are optional. The collar is the stand-with-flair style, with wires to support the shape. The lining fabric is seen at the inside collar and optional reveres. This pattern provides for a fully lined cape, and it can be interlined with flannel for warmth. The closure can be cloak clasps, coat hooks, or frogs, as desired. Multi-sized small - x-large included in pattern. 

1869  This design is taken from an original pattern given in an 1869 La Mode Illustre. It was stated as for girls ages 2-4 years old. It has the front of the dress in princess lines, with the back and sides having an attached skirt. The waist line is slightly above the natural waist. The skirt is very full in the center back, fitting smoothly on the sides. It has a square neckline, and a center back button closure. The sleeve is a full length 2-piece sleeve. The dress back has a belt that can be adjusted with a button to make the garment fit more closely if desired. This is a basic dress for a child, and is suitable for the years 1865-1875. It can be left plain, or worn with an apron, for a play dress. The original dress was heavily decorated with braid, as a fancier dress. This pattern is drafted using modern sizing and ease for today's comfort. Yet it retains all the historical lines and style of the period. Multi-sized 3-7 included in pattern.