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Early Spencer JacketEarly Spencer jacket, lined or
unlined, with optional ribbon, pom pom and tassel trimmings. Front
gathered waistline is held closed with interior ties. Jacket is designed to
fit over an early Regency gown and period-correct stays. Available in size 8
– 22, one size per pattern. |
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1770's Riding HabitThe 18 th century riding habit was composed of 3 pieces: jacket, waistcoat and petticoat. The habit was worn for day wear and travel, as well as for sidesaddle horseback riding. More on Riding Habit |
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18th Century Riding Habit
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18th
Century Half-boned Stays
Half-boned stays with shoulder
straps, designed to give the torso a conical shape. These stays compress the ribcage and
waist areas and may restrict movement of the shoulders and arms. Fully illustrated
instructions are included, including How to Adjust the Pattern to Fit Your Figure.
Available in sizes 8 – 22, one size per pattern.
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Robe à l’Anglaise or English Nightgown The most versatile gown of the 18th century! Quick and easy to construct, the Robe à l’Anglaise a la polonaise can take you from encampment to ballroom, depending on your choice of fabrics and trimmings. Similar gowns appear in collections of 18th century costumes all over the world, demonstrating the popularity of this style and its universal acceptance. Included in each package is a small sleeve flounce pattern, not shown in illustration, plus diagrams with instructions for making a petticoat to be worn over hoops or a false rump. Available in sizes 8 – 22, one size per pattern. |
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Fine Collection of
This very special J. P. Ryan
pattern contains 10 pattern pieces which may be combined to create an entire wardrobe of
18th century jackets. Four views are given, each for a different time period.
Because all the pattern pieces, i.e. sleeves, cuffs, backs and front, were
designed to fit together, you may create additional styles, based on your own personal
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StaysStrapless stays, designed for comfort, give a cylindrical shape to the torso and allow
full freedom of movement of the arms and shoulders. One size per pattern. Fully
illustrated directions included for any necessary alterations required to fit your figure.
Comes in sizes 6 through 24 for bust sizes 32-50. |
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Basic Six Piece WardrobeContains pattern diagram for chemise in all sizes, plus illustrated directions for
petticoat, apron and handkerchief. Patterns included for short gown and pocket. One size
short gown per pattern, bust sizes 32-50. |
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CaracoLong jacket which may be worn down or up a la polonaise, with optional ruching strip to be attached across center front to hold handkerchief in place. Available in sizes 6 through 20, two sizes per pattern. Pattern is for caraco jacket and sleeve flounces, with diagrams for handkerchief and petticoat to be worn over side hoops or false rump.
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Pocket HoopsBoned hanging pockets which tie around the waist. One size fits all. Ideal for ball
gowns. Hoops collapse for ease of movement and storage. |
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Manteau-de-LitThe Manteau-de-Lit or Bed-gown is an unfitted, T-shaped jacket with a shawl collar that continues into robings. It is knee-length, has seven-eighths length sleeves and underarm gussets. The bed-gown may be held closed using straight pins or an apron, for which directions are included. The bed-gown is fairly close fitting around the torso, and is reversible when lined. If you wish a looser fit, please make one size larger than you normally wear. Available in sizes S (32-34) through XXL (48-50). |
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CapsA simple cap to cover the head, which can be worn with the ears turned toward or away
from the face, as desired. An undress cap to be constructed in mid-weight white linen. One
size fits all. |
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Dormeuse, or Night CapThe dormeuse, or French night cap, was especially popular in the 1770's. This
style was also referred to as a baigneuse, or bathing cap. The crown of the cap fits
loosely over the head, with rounded wings or ears framing the face. |
Use bust and waist measurements to find the proper pattern size.
NOTE: Pattern sizes do not necessarily correspond to modern dress sizes.
Pattern Size |
6 |
8 |
10 |
12 |
14 |
16 |
18 |
20 |
22 |
24 |
Bust |
32 |
34 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
44 |
46 |
48 |
50 |
Waist |
24 |
26 |
28 |
30 |
32 |
34 |
36 |
38 |
40 |
42 |
Center Back Length |
16.00 |
16.25 |
16.50 |
16.75 |
17.00 |
17.25 |
17.50 |
17.75 |
18.00 |
18.25 |
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