This is a hat frame made of Buckram and Millinery 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
TV550.......$10.00
1861 Dress Bodice
This bodice is a Dress Bodice, or formal style, worn in 1861. It has two points in front, and three points in the back. The center front is cut on the straight of grain, great for use with plaids and stripes. Has dropped shoulder, and narrow T-back styling. The sleeve is wide at the elbow, tapered to the wrist, and lightly gathered at the top. This style of pointed bodice was very popular until 1866, with a narrow sleeve the only changes being made. Instructions are given for finishing with a full lining, as well as with piped facings. .Multi-sized, fits group sixe A
TV443..........$14.00
1871 Belted Mantle
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.
TV501........ $15.00
1898 Walking Skirt
This skirt it taken from an original Metropolitan Pattern, seen in the
catalog in 1898. This is a basic 7 gore skirt, perfect for every day wear,
tailor-mades, and with blouses, for the years 1892 - 1902. Fitted front and
gathers at the back waist, Center back closure.
Multi-sized: Sizes S - 3XL
TV291............$20.00
1893 Blouse Waist
This is a basic gathered Blouse Waist, which was popular in 1893. It has a gathered front and back, with a fitted lining. The center front is cut on the straight of grain, for use with plaids and stripes. The sleeve is the Balloon Sleeve, popular in 1893-94, and has a fitted lining. The Jabot is removable. The gathered blouse waist style was popular from the 1880s, and with a different sleeve, can easily be adapted to the late bustle era. Or, left sleeveless, it can be used effectively as a "vest" for wear under jackets for an 1880-1900 look.
TV491....... $18.00
Promenade Patterns presents
1905 Summer Gown
This pattern was drafted from an original ca. 1905 gown. It would have been worn for lawn parties, or perhaps tea on the porch. Sizes 10-20 are included in the same package.
PRO-1905.............$30.00
1879 Cuirass Bodice with Evening Options
from Truly Victorian
is high necked for day wear, or cut into a square neck for
evening. The hem is either straight across or rounded in front and back.
This style is suited to 1878 - 1882. The fitted sleeve is in 2 pieces, or
a small pouf. Natural Form, no bustle. Specify size group A or B
TV420.........$11.00
from Truly Victorian
The skirt is slim in front and is tied-back, to wrap around
the body. It has the traditional 5 gores and a full back width. The closure
is in the left side-back seam. An optional 12" ruffle can be added to
the hem of the skirt. Natural Form, no bustle XS- 2XL
TV221.........$12.00
1880 Jacket Bodice
from Truly Victorian
Has a collar/lapels, and can be with two points and shaped over the hips, or
long all around. The side back seams open into a pleat. The 2-piece sleeve
can be full length with a cuff, or ¾ length. Natural Form. Size group A.
TV428...........$14.00
1882 Tea gown
from Truly Victorian
This is a princess seamed gown with an optional Watteaux back. Designed for
casual wear at tea and breakfast. Button closure the entire length of center
front. Fitted sleeves and mandarin collar. Natural Form Size group A
TV432..............$24.00
1881 Dinner Bodice
from Truly Victorian
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. Size group A
TV422............$14.00
Victorian Petticoats
from Truly Victorian
This pattern contains four individual petticoats, suitable
for 1870-1890. Can have either a full or slim front, fit over a bustle or no
bustle. Center back closure with drawstring. Optional tucks. Full flounces
at hem. XS-2XL
TV170..........$9.00
1879 Petticoat with Detachable Train
from Truly Victorian
This skirt gives support behind the knees for tied-back style
skirts of 1877-1882. It is slim in front, with netting to hold the back with
a center front closure. A detachable train buttons onto the hem of the
petticoat. Natural Form, does not fit over bustle.
Sized XS - 2XL
TV121............$14.00
1878 Long Draped Overskirt
from Truly Victorian
The gored front hangs in low swags with pleats at the sides.
The back is pleated at the waist and left to hang low in swags. Inside tapes
hold the skirt into a Tie-back position. The closure is in the side back
seam. Natural Form, does not fit over bustle. XS
- 2XL
TV324...................$12.00
1883 August Overskirt
from Truly Victorian
The front is heavily swaged to below knee length. The back is poufed at the
top and the hem drapes into an oval. Ties inside help hold the shape. The
closure is in the left side seam. Fits over a bustle XS - 2XL
TV365............$14.00
1886 Bordered Asymmetrical Overskirt
from Truly Victorian
Designed for use with bordered fabrics. The border in front is high on the right side and low on the left side. The back is bouffant with burouse pleats, and bordered all around. The closure is on the right side XS - 2XL
TV374..........$13.00
from Truly Victorian
This train can be attached to any existing skirt to make any walking skirt
an evening dress instantly. The "butterfly" hooks onto the lower
edge of the bodice to give a beautiful one piece effect. Fits over a bustle
XS - 2XL
TV361.........$18.00
from Truly Victorian
This overskirt splits up the center front to reveal a pointed apron. Called
a wash overskirt because the ties that create the drapery and poufs can be
let out for washing and ironing. Can be made of a single fabric or two
fabrics, with a center back closure. May be worn with or without a bustle XS
- 3XL
TV362............$14.00
Countryside Frock Coat
from Folkwear
This traditional coat has been a versatile fashion through the ages. It was worn for casual outdoor activities in the English countryside in the 1700s, for formal dress or dress fashion in the early 1800s and for business wear until World War I in the early 1900s. Men's sizes XS to XXL and women's sizes XS to XL.
F263..............$19.95
1893 Visiting Costume
by Wisconsin Historical Society
This dress features full bishop sleeves with ruffled cuffs in contrast fabric. The delicately shirred high neckline and attached capelet completes the proper Victorian look. The original dress is of cream wool grenadine with purple silk.
only available in size 14 - size 10 is out of print
WIS-1893........$10.00
1896 Walking Suit
by Wisconsin Historical Society
This indispensable "tailor suit" for the active Victorian woman, our walking suit sports the enormous "leg-o-mutton" sleeve of the late 1890's. The jacket and mock bodice front are one piece, but provide the look of two separate pieces. While the original is of wool, this suit can be made up in summer weight fabrics. It also can be made into an elegant Victorian Wedding gown. Large (14-18)
1899 Wedding Gown
by Wisconsin Historical Society
The original gown giving rise to this pattern consists of a bodice and skirt made of heavy, lustrous silk satin, known as Duchesse satin in 1899. The puffed bodice is decorated with a yoke of shirred chiffon and pearls. The gored skirt "en traine" is fitted at the hips, but flares out to the hem. Pleated chiffon is used as a trim.
WIS1899-S......... $21.95
1873 Bustle
by Wisconsin Historical Society
This long, narrow bustle shape was used to define skirt lines during the better part of the 1870s. Many bustles were factory made but this is one of the few styles that may be easily reproduced by a home sewer.
WIS1873........ $10.95
1874 Bustled Dinner Gown
by Wisconsin Historical Society
This pattern has many of the features of an early 1870s dress including a tight-fitting, short waisted bodice with peplum and coat sleeves, a bustled apron-style overskirt, and a skirt with straight front and full back. This dress should be worn with the 1873 bustle.
WIS1874 S.......... $19.95
Dress Tunic and Polonaise Walking Skirt 1880
by Past Patterns
This delicate ensemble is made of fine white batiste, Valenciennes lace and silk ribbon. An open square neck is an option worn in the afternoon or evening. The skirt is a gored underskirt of unbleached muslin with a ruffle overlay. The bustle is created at the hips by the drapery. Multi-sized pattern 10-20
P904........ $27.00
1880-1890 Riding Habit Skirt
by Past Patterns
The original habit was custom made in New England and brought to San Diego. The skirt is draped around the right side back and fastened at center back when walking. Multi-sized 10-20
P900.......... $25.00
1880-1890 Riding Habit Bodice
by Past Patterns
Though the bodice was worn with the 900 skirt, you may combine it with an 1880s plain tailored bustled skirt. This outfit was popular among the emerging intellectually and politically active women of the time.
Multi-sized pattern 10-20
P902..........$17.00
1880-1890s Riding Habit Trowsers
by Past Patterns
As part of the ensemble, these trowsers are worn instead of a petticoat. The trowsers are not worn without the skirt.
Multi-sized 10-20
P901.....$15.00
1894 Tea Gown or Wrapper by Past Patterns
It was permissible to entertain close friends at home wearing a tea gown or wrapper. The waist is drawn in snugly with a self fabric belt or wide ribbon; while the watteau pleats drape freely from the center back yoke. Multi-sized from 10-18 in one packet.
P211......... $21.00
by Past Patterns
This might be called a "Mother Hubbard" night gown. It would be very warm if made of flannel and cool if made of a thin cotton damask, like the original. The fullness adds extra comfort.
The collar is made of a cotton eyelet. The same cotton eyelet trims the front and back yoke, the pocket, and creates the ruffle at the hem.
The leg 'o mutton sleeves were fashionable between 1893 and 1895 but could be seen in pattern drafting manuals for seamstresses into 1897.
The pattern is multi-sized 10 through 20. Purchase 7-1/8 Yds. of 45 inch wide cotton sheeting, cotton damask or cotton calico.
P214...........$21.00
1897 Side Closing Bodices
by Past Patterns
These two bodices represent the tailored and frilly styles of the Gay 90s. The small gigot sleeve is particularly attractive to create a broad shoulder line which in turn give the illusion of a small waist. One packet sizes 8-20
P207............ $14.00
1896 Eretia Blouse Waist
by Past Patterns
The full bloused front and the bishop sleeves can be shirred or smocked. Wear with the 208 skirt. Multisized pattern sizes 10-16
P212......... $16.00
1893 Wedding Gown Bodice by Past Patterns
Worn by Frances Arnold at her marriage to Wm Chaddock on June 21, 1893. The gown was ordered from Marshall Fields in Chicago, IL. Wear the bodice with the 208 skirt. Multi-sized pattern 8-20
P301 ........... $19.00
Late 1880s-1892 Day Dress
by Past Patterns
The full skirt is gathered into a flattering point at the waist front and back. Two pockets, one large in the back and another in the front for your watch make this a practical dress. Multi-sized pattern 10-20.
P903.......... $21.00
Semi Princess Dress
by Rocking Horse Farms
Back closing, tucked shoulders, square or high neckline, panel front, tucked or gathered flounce circa 1898.
RH898-SML........ $16.00
1890s Five Gore Skirt
(only the skirt)
by Laughing Moon Mercantile
Three lengths, walking, short and long train included in this patters that includes misses sizes 2-36
The bodice is now available and is a variation of #103 (below)
LAF 101......... $12.00
Laughing Moon Mercantile
Presents
The 1890s Waist
with four bodice and five sleeve options ...... sizes 4-26 are all included in one envelope
LAF103........$14.00
1890s Victorian Ballgown
by Making Memories
Ladies sizes 6-10 only all included in same packet.
MA40...........$22.00
Lady's Victorian Undergarment Ensemble
by Making Memories
Bustle petticoat, bustle pad, petticoat, corselet, camisole and bloomers all included sizes 6-10 in same package.
MA32.........$22.00
Walking Skirt
by Folkwear
The alluring frailty of the Victorian lady carried over into the early 1900s but as women entered new activities such as sports and office work, they needed a more casual and practical wardrobe.
F209.......$14.95
An English Cottage Kitchen
by Folkwear
A treasury of kitchen linens, quilted tea cozy, biscuit cozy, egg cozy, placemats, oven mitt and floor cloth are preserved by Folkwear in this pattern. Optional embellishments include cross-stitch embroidery, quilting and tatted lace edging. Stencil designs and instructions are included for use on all kitchen items, floor cloth and for wall decoration. All the designs are interchangeable and coordinated. The pretty ruffled pinafore for women (size 6-16) and girls (size 2-10) epitomizes fanciful Victorian taste and charm.
F303........$14.95
1890s Tea Gown / Wrapper
by Rocking Horse Farm
1890s At home dress or tea gown. Ruffled yoke, leg o'mutton sleeves
Sizes 8-18 included in one packet
RH900..........$16.00
1876 patterns from Frank Leslie's Magazine and Gazette of Fashion
Includes a lady's casaque, a child's paletot and a ladies plastron. This pattern is a facsimile of the original published pattern of the December 1876 Women's Gazette. Instructions are not included and this pattern is suggested for the collector or advanced seamstress only.
LA-LD50........$7.50
The
Skimmer
The skimmer of the 1890 with a modern touch. This basic shape can be trimmed for a period look as well as for a fresh bridal alternative.
DL118......$12.00
Skirt with Flounces
from Rocking Horse Farm
Sizes SML included.
RH985......$13.00
from Rocking Horse Farm
1887 Tucked Blouse with bishop sleeves.
Sizes10-16 included
RH983...........$13.00
Lady's Eight Gore Skirt
from Rocking Horse Farm
Skirt is marked for trimming
Sizes S-Q in same package
RH987........$14.00
Ladies' Circular Cape
from Rocking Horse Farm
1895 known as the Puritan Cape
Sizes S-Q in same package
RH988.......$11.00
Victorian Ladies Sewing Pattern
With Leggings Victorian Bicycling, Hiking, Hunting, Sharpshooting
Large, Clear Illustrations with Simplified Directions
Easy Skill Level
View A Ladies’ Bicycle Costume is a copy of a period 1890’s pattern. It includes a double breasted Basque with collar and revers (lapels), Leg O’Mutton sleeves, pleated back, and belt. The skirt has double box pleats in front and back, with roomy bloomers underneath. The bloomers blouse over the leggings and are made of same or similar fabric as the Basque. A dickey with a high collar goes under the Basque. The Leggings are a copy of a vintage pair. View B Basque is a representation of a hunting Basque depicted in Harper’s Bazar. The front is double breasted and has a wrap around high collar. The back, sleeves and belt are the same as View A. View B bloomers are a copy of a vintage pair of Turkish bloomers. Fabric: Wool — Cheviot, Herringbone, Gabardine, Worsteds, Serge, Broadcloth, Twill, Flannel or Novelty Weaves—or Linen, Duck, Cotton Twill, Pique. Most costumes would be of dark colors to avoid showing dirt, such as gray, blue, or brown.
Sizes 4-28 ~ all included in the envelope
LAF110............$18.00
1750-1900 Fingerless Mittens
from
the Mantua Maker
Early
or later period styles with or without decorative extension.
1800-5……..$5.00
1850 - 1890 Ball Gown Chemise
from
the Mantua-Maker
For
those décolleté and shoulder flattering bodices. Comes with optional
Bertha, sleeves, back gore and detail ideas.
Modern free movement instructions included. Multi-sized petite to
x-lg
1800-3…….$14.00
1880-1900 Belt Style Hose Suspenders
from
the Mantua-Maker
Instructions
for creating simple ribbon hose suspenders with Venus mount. Multi-sized
petite to x-lg
1800-2…….$2.50
1870 - 1890
Chemise
from the Mantua-Maker
The
appropriate undergarment for the era, the pattern includes three neckline
variations and myriad detail suggestions. Multi-sized petite to x-lg
1880-1…..$14.00
1880-1890
Drawers
from the Mantua-Maker
Back
opening, open-crotch drawers typical of the time period. Multi-sized petite
to x-lg
1880-2……..$14.00
1880 -1890 Petticoat
A
calf-length, drawstring closure petticoat with back opening, four hem
variations and quilting instructions. Multi-sized petite to x-lg
1880-3…….$14.00
1880s Bustle
The
body-enhancement that was so fashionable in the late Victorian era. One size
fits all. Pattern
is marked for four bustles, with or without flounces.
1880-4……..$14.00
1800s & 1890s Underwear Set
Chemise
has 3 necklines. Open
crotch drawers and flounced or quilted petticoat.
1880-7……$25.00
1880 & 1890 Corset Cover
Two
necklines; high for daytime, low for evening wear. To be worn over the
corset, this pattern features two necklines and detailing suggestions.
Multi-sized petite to x-lg
1880-9………$14.00
1880 Mother Hubbard Wrapper
A
wrapper with two collar variations, to be worn belted or unbelted. The
pattern is marked with allowance for deep and narrow bustles as well as
without bustle. Multi-sized petite to x-lg
1880-5…….$19.00
1880s & 1890s Combinations
High
neckline for daytime. Low
neckline for evening wear. Open
crotch drawers. Decorating ideas
included.
1880-8……..$18.00
1877-1882
Princess Petticoat
from the Mantua-Maker
Corset
Cover and petticoat combined. Round
or square neckline. Detachable
train.
1880-10………$19.00
Foundation Skirt
Also
called a round skirt, this is a supportive skirt for period fashions.
For use over 1870s or 1880s bustle or under 1879 - 1881 hobble style
skirts. Optional yoke for
aggressive bustle.
1880-11…..$16.00
1870 - 1890 Apron Overskirt
With
waterfall draperies. For use
over a foundation skirt or without the skirt for a “saloon girl” look.
1880-20…….$17.00
1870 - 1895 Corset
Necessary
for the late Victorian silhouette. Wide
gap area figured in for you.
1880-12……..$16.00
1879-1884 Shirred Overskirt with Flounces
Dancing
or walking length. 1879 - 1881
hobble style skirt. 1882 -1884
early bustle version. Three
shirring overskirt styles with one or several flounces, and a balayeuse
template. Foundation skirt not included.
Multi-sized
petite to x-lg
1880-23……..$21.00
1890
Walking Dress
from Old World Enterprises
This
is a fully boned two
piece gown featuring large interlined sleeves.
The jacket has a center front closure.
The gored skirt lies flat at the waist with a center back closure.
Placement for the suggested lace applique is
described.
OW891.........$16.95
1890s
Gibson Girl
from Old World Enterprises
The
shirtwaist of this dress is set off by chevrons of contrasting fabric.
The starched collar and cuffs are removable.
Little pleats fall from the bodice front shoulders down into the
gathering at the waistline. The
skirt has a center back closure and is cut in gores that fall from a smooth
waistline. The tie pattern
is included.
OW893....$15.95
1890s
Ballgown
from Old World Enterprises
This
gown has a two piece fully boned bodice with center back closure that can be
laced or hooked. The center fron
bodice insert is made of contrasting fabric to which a large beaded ornament
is added. The large sleeves and
neckline are embellished with dagging. The
skirt falls smoothly from the hips and has a center back closure.
It is trimmed with more beading.
Full beading instructions are included.
OW892..........$16.95
1890
Bicycle Suit
from Old World Enterprises
This
is a two-piece, fully-boned double-breasted, sporting suit having large
sleeves with sleeve propers. The
bloomers are gathered at the waist and lower cuffs and have a center back
opening. The gaiters button down the outside of the leg and have a strap
that goes under the shoe. Patterns
for the large bow and sporting hat are included.
OW894........$16.95
from Past Patterns
The bodice fastens by lacing in the front which is drawn through eyelets. The bodice is boned and form fitting. The sleeves are 7/8 length. The neck and sleeves are trimmed with Brussels lace.
The bustle is created with metal stays in three rows from below the center back waist to the knees. While the bustle is stylish it is not necessary to enhance the gown which is quite lovely without it or the cathedral train. The cathedral train is separate. It is trimmed on the inside outer edge with a row of dust ruffles called a balayeuse during 19th century. The original fabric was a cream silk faille. The pattern is multi-sized 10 through 16. Purchase 10-1/3 Yds. of 45 inch wide fabric if you are five feet tall. If you are over five feet tall add 1/4 Yd. per inch over five feet.
P303..........$29.00
1888 Reception Toilette
from
Patterns of History
The
classic elements of the late 1880s silhouette, including a tailored bodice,
tight sleeves, off-the-floor skirt, and prominent bustle, are all seen in
this elegant two-piece dress. The original of gray silk faille with white
silk neck inset and gold braid was made to be a wedding dress.
Package includes patterns and instructions for a bodice, skirt, and
bustle. Small (8-10-12) Large
(14-16-18)
WIS-1888S………….$19.95