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Period Patterns

All of our patterns are period appropriate, come on sturdy, heavy-duty paper, include all sizes and come with documentation.

 

RH001 - Cloth Hose
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for 14th through 17th century cloth hose, boot hose, and netherstocks (fabric, not knitted). All Sizes in one envelope. Fits calves up to 17" with instructions on how to adjust for larger calves. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool flannel (twill), wool tabby (plain weave), 3½ oz - 5 oz linen

Yardage Requirements:
1½ yds 45" wide

Notions:
all: linen or silk sewing thread, or equivalent
optional for boothose: bobbin lace, reticello, cutwork or needlelace, silk embroidery floss, wool embroidery floss
14.99
RH002 - 15th century Women's Kirtle & Sleeves
24.99
RH003 - 15th century Doublet & Hosen
29.99
RH101 - Bodice and Petticote
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for English-, French- and Dutchwomen's bodices and petticotes (jackets and skirts) with optional stomacher appropriate for the 1630s; and Women's Common or Middle Class bodice and petticote appropriate for the 1630s through 1660s. Included are low, open front bodice to be worn with stomacher or closed, high front, boned or stiffened lining, wide or narrow sleeves with optional paning, continguous gored or attached tabbed skirting. Petticote options include hooked or tied waistband with slits for pocket access. Upper class and lower class instructions included.

All Sizes in one envelope. Fits bust 30½"-48" and waist 23"-41". Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, silk, linen for lining Yardage Requirements:
Bodice 2¼ yards at least 45" wide
lining 2¼ yards at least 45" wide
Petticote 3 yards at least 45" wide
lining (optional) 3 yards at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram or stiff linen
(boned bodice) corset boning or 7mm half-oval reeds
(stomacher) wooden busk
hooks and eyes for front closure
silk ribbon (optional)
24.99
RH102 - 1600-1660 Caps
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for coifs, forehead cloths, two versions of the Dutch cap, Hollar cap and Diadem cap. One size fits all. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: 3½ oz - 5 oz linen
Yardage Requirements:
Coif and Forehead Cloth " ½ yard
Dutch Cap " ½ yard
Hollar Cap " ¾ yard
Diadem Cap " ¼ yard

Notions:
all: 40/2 linen sewing thread or equivalent
diadem cap: heavy-weight buckram
optional for all: bobbin lace trim
optional for coif and Dutch cap: millinery wire
optional for Dutch cap: two oblong glass beads
13.99
RH103 - Collars & Cuffs
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for men's falling band, men's and women's gollila, women's collar extensions, kerchief and whisk and matching cuffs. We've taken the math out of clocked collars! All pattern pieces are complete and so easy, even a beginner can make beautiful collars and cuffs the first time. Fits necks 12" - 17½" with adjustment directions for smaller and larger necks. All neck sizes available in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: 3½ oz - 5 oz linen, cambric, lawn, voile, silk organza, organdy

Yardage Requirements:
falling band " 1 yd
cuffs " ½ yd
golilla " ½ yd
whisk or kerchief " 1 yd
collar extension " 1 yd

Notions:
all: 40/2 linen thread or equivalent
optional for all: bobbin lace, reticello, cutwork or needlelace trim
16.99
RH104 - 1600s Shirts & Shifts
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for men's and women's shirts. Variations include three different sleeves and two collar options. Wider, noble shirt options also included. Multisized to fit chests 32"-60". Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: 3 oz - 5 oz linen, white, natural or half-bleached

Yardage Requirements:
Medium shirt " 2¼ yards ~57" wide
Large shirt " 2¼ yards ~57" wide
Small shift " 3¼ yards ~57" wide
Large shift " 3½ yards ~57" wide

Notions:
all: linen or silk sewing thread, or equivalent
optional for all: bobbin lace, needlelace, or cutwork trim, silk embroidery floss
19.99
RH105 - 1630s Doublet
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's doublet circa 1630. Included are instructions for optional paning. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements: 3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram
wool felt or padding for shoulders
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
thin cardboard (optional)
corset boning or reeds (optional)
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional) br> silk ribbon (optional)
24.99
RH106 - 1630s Breeches
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's breeches circa 1630. Included are instructions for optional paning. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits waists 28"-50". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, heavyweight silk, lightweight silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements: 3 yds at least 36" wide

Notions:
thread
10-5/8" buttons for fly closure
8-12 1" coat hooks
buttonhole floss
hooks and eyes, no. 1 or 2 (optional)
10-5/8" buttons for leg closure (optional)
silk ribbon (optional)
15.99
RH107 - Cassock
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's cassock (casaque) or mandillion. Can be worn as a sleeved overcoat or a cape. Multisized to fit chests 32"-60". Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: coat weight wool or heavyweight silk, lightweight silk lining (optional)

Yardage Requirements: 5 yds
Notions:
thread
up to 154 - 5/8" metal buttons
buttonhole floss
trim as desired (optional)
¼ yd buckram (optional)
19.99
RH108 - 1620s Doublet
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's doublet circa 1610s-20s. Included are instructions for optional paning. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements: 3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram
wool felt or padding for shoulders
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
thin cardboard (optional)
corset boning or reeds (optional)
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
silk ribbon (optional)
 
24.99
RH109 - 1620s Breeches
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's breeches circa 1610s-20s. Fits waists 28"-50". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, heavyweight silk, lightweight silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
outer material & interlining: 4 yds at least 60" wide
lining: 3 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
5-5/8" buttons for fly closure (optional)
buttonhole floss
silk ribbon (optional)
15.99
RH110 - ECW Soldiers Coat
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's doublet circa 1640 or English Civil War Soldier's Coat. Variations for ECW Buff Coat also given. Included are instructions for optional paning. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining
(buff coat) buff leather (sleeves optional)

Yardage Requirements: 3 yds at least 45" wide or 12 sq. ft. 1/8" buff leather
Notions:
thread
buckram
(doublet)wool felt or padding for shoulders
(doublet)7 - 5/8" buttons for front closure
(doublet)buttonhole floss
(soldier's coat or buff coat) leather thong for front closure
thin cardboard for collar stiffening (optional)
corset boning or reeds (optional)
3 - 5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
silk ribbon (optional)
24.99
RH201 - English Jacket & Petticote
Full size paper patterns and detailed instructions for Women's Upper Class English Jacket and Petticote (jacket and skirt) with high or low neck, narrow sleeves, and continguous gored skirting appropriate for the late 16th and early 17th century. Petticote options include hooked or tied waistband with slits for pocket access. Historical notes. Upper class and lower class instructions included. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits bust 30½"-48" and waist 23"-41". Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: linen; silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
Jacket " 2¼ yards at least 45" wide
Petticote " 3 yards at least 45" wide
Notions:
thread
hooks and eyes or silk ribbons for front closure
24.99
RH202 - Loose Gowns
Full size paper patterns for Elizabethan and Jacobean Loose Gowns based on extant examples in the Isham Collection. Gowns feature an open front, epaulettes and a stiff inner yoke to which the gown is pleated for support. Choose from two different styles of hanging sleeves or a sleeveless version. Historical notes. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits bust 30½"-48". Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: silk velvet, plush, or taffeta; stiff linen or buckram for yoke interlining

Yardage Requirements:
outer material " 5 yds at least 45" wide
interlining " 1 yd at least 24" wide
Notions: metallic braid, metallic bobbin lace, spangles
24.99
RH203 - Elizabethan Corsets
Full size paper patterns for late Elizabethan corsets based on two extant English examples. View A, based on the pair of bodys belonging the Pfalzgräfin Dorothea Sabina von Neuberg in 1598 are front-boned, five piece bodys featuring a static front busk, integral shoulder straps, back laced closure, and separate tabs at the waist. View B, based on the corset worn by the effigy of Queen Elizabeth I in Westminster Cathedral, features a front opening and integral waist tabs. Historical notes. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits bust 30½"-48" and waist 23"-41". Embellishment suggestions included

Suggested Fabrics:
plain or twill weave linen or silk
silk or fine linen for lining
stiff linen or buckram for yoke interlining

Yardage Requirements:
outer material " 1 yd at least 45" wide
lining " 1 yd at least 45" wide
interlining (optional) " 2 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
40/2 linen thread or equivalent
7mm or ¼" half oval or round reeds or ¼" corset boning
silk ribbon or leather for binding
44 metal rings (View A, optional)
wood or horn busk (View A)
2 - ½" corset bones (View B)
corset lacing
24.99
RH204 - Kirtle, Gown & Sleeves
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for Elizabethan Loose Gown and Kirtle with matching Sleeves based on extant examples in the Germanisches National museum, Nürnberg, Germany. Kirtle features interlining for shape, applied decoration, eyeleted back closure, and tie-on sleeves. Gown can be mid-calf or floor length and features a straight or cut-away front, applied decoration, relaxed puff or padded sleeves, and a stand collar. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits bust 30½"-48". Embellishment suggestions and historical notes included.

Suggested Fabrics:
Kirtle & Sleeves: medium weight silk or linen
Gown: silk velvet, plush, or brocade

Yardage Requirements:
Kirtle
outer material & lining " 4 yds (each) at least 45" wide
hem linings & facings 1½ yds (each) at least 45" wide
center panel 2 yds at least 45" wide

Gown
outer material (with nap) 8 yds at least 45" wide
outer material (without nap) 4 yds at least 45" wide
lining 4 yds at least 45" wide

Sleeves
outer material 2 yds at least 45" wide
lining 2 yds at least 45" wide
brocade decoration 2 yd at least 45" wide

The finished back length of the Kirtle and Loose Gown is 58". For every inch longer in finished length required, you will need an additional 1/8-yard of fabric.

Notions (optional):
Bias Tape: 3 yds at least 2" wide
Hem Binding: 4 yds (each) at least 2" wide
Sleeve Foundation: ½ yard buckram
Sleeve Ribbon: 1½ yds 1" wide ribbon
24 to 30 frogs or other closures
Cording and appliqué to taste
24.99
RH205 - 1570s-1600 Doublet
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's doublet circa 1570s-1600. Included are instructions for optional peascod belly. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram
wool felt or padding for belly
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
cotton or wool batting (optional)
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
silk ribbon (optional)
24.99
RH206 - 1570s-1600 Breeches or Trunkhose
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's breeches circa 1570-1600 (aka Trunkhose or "Pumpkin Pants"). Fits waists 28"-50". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
4 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
5-5/8" buttons for fly closure (optional)
buttonhole floss
silk ribbon (optional)
 
15.99
RH207 - Common Man's Doublet & Breeches
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for common man's doublet and breeches in the 16th century. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
wool felt or padding for shoulders
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
29.99
RH208 - Elizabethan Commonwomen's Outfit
Smock, kirtle, petticote, stomacher, sleeves, partlets, aprons, and caps suitable for the Elizbethan-era common woman.
29.99
RH209 - Netherlandish Working Women's Outfit
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for Netherlandish Working Woman's smock, kirtle, jacket, stomacher, sleeves, partlets, aprons, and caps.
29.99
RH210 - Elizabethan Sea Dogs
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for seaman's doublet, jerkin, frock and breeches in the 16th century. Instructions for thrum caps. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
wool felt or padding for shoulders
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
29.99
RH211 - Elizabethan Feminine Doublet
A beautiful women's doublet dating from 1585 with hidden laced closure, buttoned front, high collar, skirts, and padded epaulettes. Lacing holes inside the armscyes are for the attachment of decorative sleeves. Front of the doublet is boned so wearing a separate paire of bodies may not be neccesary.

Scoop-necked, sleeved, pointed-waist version also included in the same pattern.
 
24.99
RH301 - Shinrone Gown
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes to make a replica of the Shinrone gown bog find with open, darted bodice, hanging sleeves and standing collar. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits busts 30½"-50" and waists 23"-41" with instructions to alter for larger or smaller sizes. Waistline is expandable to accommodate pregnancy. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
sturdy (non-stretchy) dress-weight (~10oz) wool flannel (original was a 2/1 twill). Fabric must be able to hold its shape.

Yardage Requirements:
8 yds 45" wide or 7 yds 60" wide

Notions:
thread
matching cord (optional)
buttons (optional)
 
29.99
RH302 - Women's Léine
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for woman's léine or Irish chemise with options for modern or 16th century fabric widths. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits up to 48" chest with instructions to fit larger chests. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
3-5oz linen, white, natural, half-bleached or yellow

Yardage Requirements:
4½ yards 60" wide

Notions:
40/2 linen thread or equivalent
 
19.99
RH303 - Kilcommon Outfit
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes to make a replica of the Kilcommon bog find including jacket with hanging sleeves and bias-cut trews. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits up to 55" chest with instructions to fit larger chests. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool flannel for cloak and trews
tabby (plain weave) for jacket
Yardage Requirements:
jacket " 3½ yards at least 45" wide
trews " 4 yards at least 45" wide (more if matching checks)
mantle " 2¼ yards at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
 
34.99
RH304 - Man's Léine
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's léine or saffron shirt with options for modern or 16th century fabric widths. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits up to 55" chest with instructions to fit larger chests. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
3-5oz linen, white, natural, half-bleached or yellow

Yardage Requirements:
4½ yards ~57" wide

Notions:
40/2 linen thread or equivalent
 
19.99
RH305 - Dungiven Outfit
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes to make a replica of the Dungiven bog find including jacket with pinked detail, bias-cut trews, and period-width mantle. All Sizes in one envelope. Fits up to 55" chest with instructions to fit larger chests. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool flannel (twill) for cloak, trews and jacket

Yardage Requirements:
jacket " 3½ yards at least 45" wide
trews " 3 yards at least 45" wide (more if matching checks)
mantle " 2¼ yards at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
 
34.99
RH401 - Zupan
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's Zupan with front overlap, dog ear cuffs and stand collar. Variations for 16th and 17th century versions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
fine wool, silk or brocade
linen or lightweight silk for lining
linen or canvas for interlining (optional)
may also be entirely or partially lined with fur

Yardage Requirements:
4½ yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram (optional for collar)
12 - 5/8" buttons and loops for front closure
6x2 - 5/8" buttons for arm closure
 
24.99
RH402 - Kontusz
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's Kontusz, a Polish man's coat worn over the Zupan starting in the mid-17th century. Variations included for turn-back or dog-ear cuffs and soft collar, high-back low-front collar or narrow band collar. Directions for wearing sleeves wyloty style (as shown on front cover) also included. Fits chests 34"-54". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
coat weight wool, silk or brocade
linen or medium weight silk for lining
linen or canvas for interlining (optional)
may also be entirely or partially lined with fur

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram (optional for collar)
5-12 - frogs or buttons and loops for closure
2x2 - 5/8" buttons and loops for arm closure
braid to taste
 
24.99
RH403 - Delia & Kolpak
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for fitted or A-line man's Delia (Polish Cloak) with sleeve slits and optional collar, and fabric or fur Kolpak (hat). Fits chests 34"-54". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
fine wool, silk or brocade
linen or lightweight silk for lining
linen or canvas for interlining (optional)
may also be entirely or partially lined with fur

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram (optional for collar)
one large clasp
or 10-20 buttons and loops for front closure
braid and passementerie trim to taste
 
29.99
RH404 - Geirmak
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for man's Giermak with front sleeve slits, and optional collar and cuffs.. Fits chests 34"-54". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
fine wool, silk or brocade
linen or lightweight silk for lining
linen or canvas for interlining (optional)
may also be entirely or partially lined with fur

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buckram (optional for collar)
enough buttons and loops to run from neck to hem
braid and passementerie trim to taste
 
29.99
RH501 - Saxon (Cranach) Gown
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for Woman's Saxon Gown, commonly referred to as "The Cranach Gown", a German noblewoman's gown popular in the 16th century. High-neck and low-neck variations included. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
silk velvet, drapery velvet, cotton velveteen, silk brocade, heavy wool or other natural fibre with good drape
linen or canvas for interlining
light linen or silk for lining

Yardage Requirements:
Gown: 10 yds 45" or 6 yds 60" wide w/ nap
9 yds 45" or 5 yds 60" wide w/o nap
Interlining(bodice & sleeves only): 4½ yds 45" or 1½ yds 60" w/o nap
Lining (bodice only): 3 yds 45" or 1 yd 60" wide w/o nap

Notions:
thread, cord for front closure and elbow void lacing, closed rings, brocade trim, beading (optional)
 
31.99
RH502 - Landskncecht Wams und Hosen
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for Men's early 16th century Wams (doublet) and Hosen (pants) as worn by Landsknechten. Pattern includes Open Wams with Brustfleck, Closed Wams, and Hosen with straight or Italianate slanted back seams. Detailed instructions. Embellishment suggestions included. Historical notes. Fits chests 34"-54" and waists 28"-50". All Sizes in one envelope.

Suggested Fabrics:
Wams: wool twill or heavy silk
Hosen: wool twill (gabardine or wool flannel) DO NOT use wool jersey for Hosen
(optional for closed Wams)
heavy linen or canvas for interlining
(optional for either Wams)
light linen for lining
Brustfleck: wool or silk brocade
(optional lining) silk or fur

Yardage Requirements:
Hosen: 2 yds 60" wide
Open Wams: 5 yds 60" wide
Closed Wams: 3 yds 60" wide

Notions:
thread
cord for points
(optional) buckram interfacing
(optional) twill tape or linen narrowware for waistband interfacing
 
29.99
RH503 - Waffenrok
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for Men's early 16th century German Waffenrok or Arming Gown as worn by Landsknecht officers. Pattern includes arming gown with full sleeves and a variety of skirt pleating techniques. Fits chests 34"-54". All Sizes in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
Velvet, silk brocade, heavy silk or fine wool
(optional) Lining: 3-5oz linen or light silk
(optional) Interlining: heavy linen or buckram

Yardage Requirements:
Outer fabric (napped) 6 yds 60" wide
Outer fabric (w/o nap) 4½ yds 60" wide
(optional) Full Lining 4½ yds 60" wide
(optional) Partial Lining 2 yds 60" wide
(optional) Body Interlining 1 yd 36" wide
Guards: Two-inch and three-inch wide strips of wool or silk brocade in a contrasting colour, as many as desired.

Notions:
thread
wool or silk brocade 2-3" strips for guards
cord for lacing
(optional) buckram or heavy linen interlining
 
24.99
RH504 - Kampfrau or Common Woman's Dress
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for 16th century German Commonwoman's Gown with plain or slashed sleeves and gathered or pleated skirts. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope. Historical notes and embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
light weight to coat weight wool
heavy linen or canvas for interlining
light linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
Gown: 6 yds 45" or 4½ yds 60" wide
Interlining: 2 yds 45" or 1 yds 60" wide
(bodice & sleeves only)
Lining: ½ yd 45" or 60" wide
(bodice only)

Notions:
thread
hooks & eyes or cord and closed rings (for front closure)
two-inch and three-inch wide strips of contrasting wool for guards, as many as desired
 
24.99
RH505 - German Accessories
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for early 16th accessories from the Holy Roman Empire including Tellerbarett ("platter hat") and Schlappe ("starfish hat") for men and women, men's coif and arming cap, linen partlet and apron, Goller (fur-lined capelet), Ledergoller (men's leather jerkin), high-neck and low-scoop shirts and shifts for men and women with smocking instructions, Strumpfen (cloth hose) with Kniebänder, Wulsthaube, Wulst and Steuchlein (German women's headdresses, and hairstyle instructions for women. Detailed instructions. Embellishment suggestions included. Historical notes. All Sizes in one envelope.
 
31.99
RH506 - 1560s Doublet & Pluderhose
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for German doublet and Pluderhose popular in the 1560s-1580s. Fits chests 34"-54" and waists 28"-50". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
velvet or wool
linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining
light silk or taffeta for poufs

Yardage Requirements:
Doublet & Panes: 3 yds at least 60" wide
Pluderhose Base: 2 yds at least 45" wide
Poufs: 3 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
up to 30-5/8" buttons for front closure or hooks and eyes
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (or hooks and eyes)
twill tape or seam binding
braid and trim to taste
 
29.99
RH601 - Tudor Lady's Gown & Kirtle
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor Lady's Gown based on pictorial references and the work of Ninya Mikhaila and Jane Malcolm-Davies in their book The Tudor Tailor. Supportive kirtle and overgown included in package. Two sleeve styles, two undersleeves, and trained or untrained skirts with or without front split. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
silk brocade or velvet
lightweight silk or fine linen for lining
5oz. linen for interlining
 
29.99
RH602 - Tudor Lady's Skivvies
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor Lady's Skivvies based on pictorial references and the work of Ninya Mikhaila and Jane Malcolm-Davies in their book The Tudor Tailor. Petticote, farthingale, and high-neck or scoop-neck smock included in pattern. Also included are a common woman's apron and three versions of the partlet &em; square pin-on, square tied, and rounded caplet. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
silk brocade or velvet
lightweight silk or fine linen for lining
5oz. linen for interlining
 
29.99
RH603 - Early Tudor Commonwoman's Outfit
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor commonwoman's outfit including front- or back-lacing kirtle, smock, cap, apron, and choice of two styles of partlet.
 
24.99
RH604 - Early Tudor Noble Man's Outfit
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor nobleman's gown and jerkin.
 
29.99
RH605 - Early Tudor Noble Man's Skivvies
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor nobleman's shirt, doublet and hosen for wear under nobleman's jerkin and gown (RH604).
 
29.99
RH606 - Early Tudor Common Man's Outfit
Full size paper patterns for Early Tudor common man's outfit including shirt, front- or side-lacing doublet, jerkin, hosen and trousers.
 
29.99
RH701 - 1680s Justacorps or Sleeved Waistcoat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Justacorps or Waistcoat for the 1670s and 80s with plain or dog-ear cuffs. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
30-150 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
29.99
RH702 - 1700s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1680s through early 1700s with dog-ear cuffs. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds 60" or 6¼ yds 45" wide

Notions:
thread
30-75 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
24.99
RH703 - 1720s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1710s through early 1730s with dog-ear cuffs, wide skirts and curved front. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds 60" or 6¼ yds 45" wide

Notions:
thread
30-75 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
felt for shoulder padding (optional)
buckram or stiff linen for interlining (optional)
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
24.99
RH704 - 1700s-1730s Waistcoats
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for men's waistcoats circa 1700s-1730s. Sleeved and sleeveless version included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
20 - 5/8" buttons for front closure
buttonhole floss
 
24.99
RH705 - Common Man's or Sailor's Jacket
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for common man's jacket circa 1680s-1740s based on extant examples and the Admiralty Slop Contract specifications for 1690-1740. Appropriate for Sailors and Lower Class Men of all descriptions Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
coat weight wool
linen for lining (optional)
Yardage Requirements: 3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
15-20 - 5/8" brass or thread buttons for front
6-10 - 5/8" brass or thread buttons for sleeve
buttonhole floss
 
24.99
RH706 - 1670s-1730s Breeches & Slops
Full-size paper patterns with complete instructions and historical notes for breeches, trousers, or slops circa 1680s-1730s based on the British Admiralty Slop Contracts. Fits waists 28"-50". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
Breeches:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
Slops or trousers:
heavyweight linen or canvas

Yardage Requirements:
outer material & interlining: 3 yds at least 60" wide
lining: 3 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
2 - 5/8" buttons for waistband
2-5 - 5/8" buttons for fly closure (optional)
10 - 5/8" buttons for leg closure (optional)
ties for for leg closure (optional)
buttonhole floss
 
24.99
RH707 - 1670s-1690s Bodiced Gown
Full size paper patterns for 1670s-1690s Bodiced Gown based on extant English examples. Trained and non-trained versions included. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
silk satin, taffeta, or tissue
lightweight silk or fine linen for lining
5oz. linen for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
Bodice 1 yd at least 45" wide
lining 1 yd at least 45" wide
interlining 2 yds at least 45" wide
sleeves 1 yd at least 45" wide

Skirts (no train) 3 yds at least 60" wide
lining (optional) 3 yds at least 60" wide

Skirts (trained) 4 yds at least 60" wide
lining (optional) 4 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
7mm or ¼" half oval or round reeds or ¼" corset boning
silk ribbon, cloth tape or leather for binding
wood or horn busk
corset lacing
ribbon or metalic braid trim to taste
 
29.99
RH708 - 1690s-1710s Mantua
Full size paper patterns for 1680s-1710s Mantua based on extant English examples. Upper class and lower class, closed front and open front, and trained and non-trained versions included. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
silk, linen, or wool

Yardage Requirements:
Mantua (no train) 4 yds at least 45" wide
Mantua (with train) 6 yds at least 45" wide
Petticote (no train) 3 yds at least 60" wide
lining (optional) 3 yds at least 60" wide
Petticote (trained) 4 yds at least 60" wide
lining (optional) 4 yds at least 60" wide

Notions:
thread
(optional) metal rings
(optional) cord & buttons or hooks & eyes for looped back
 
29.99
RH709 - Lady's Riding Outfit
Full size paper patterns for 1670s-1720s Lady's Riding Outfit also worn when traveling. Frock Coat with dog-ear cuffs, sleeved waistcoat, and petticote with or without train and optional detachable train included. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, silk or brocade
lightweight silk or linen for lining
medium to heavy linen for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
Hunting Coat 5 yds 60" or 6¼ yds 45" wide
lining 5 yds 60" or 6¼ yds 45" wide
interlining 5 yds 60" or 6¼ yds 45" wide

Waistcoat 3 yds 60" or 4 yds 45" wide
lining 3 yds 60" or 4 yds 45" wide
interlining 3 yds 60" or 4 yds 45" wide

Petticote 3 yds 60" or 4 yds 45" wide
lining 3 yds 60" or 4 yds 45" wide
Train 2 yds 60" or 3 yds 45" wide
lining 2 yds 60" or 3 yds 45" wide

Notions:
thread
braid and cording to taste
up to 30-75 buttons for front, side, back
& pockets on Coat and Waistcoat
buttonhole floss
twill tape or other narrow ware for waistband(s)
 
29.99
RH710 - Early 18thc Great Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's early 18th century Great Coat. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics: coat weight wool
lightweight silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
6 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buttons, braid and passementerie trim to taste
 
29.99
RH711 - 1670s-1720s Stays
Full size paper patterns for late 17th century stays (corsets) based on two extant English examples. View A, based on the stays in the Museum of London are fully-boned, five piece stays featuring an optional front busk, integral shoulder straps, back laced closure, and integral tabs at the waist. View B, based on the stays in the Victoria and Albert Museum, features a front opening, stomacher, integral waist tabs and optional sleeves. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
plain or twill weave linen or silk
lightweight silk or fine linen for lining
5oz. linen for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
Outer Material 1 yd at least 45" wide
lining 1 yd at least 45" wide
interlining 2 yds at least 45" wide
sleeves (optional) 2 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
7mm or ¼" half oval or round reeds or ¼" corset boning
silk ribbon, cloth tape or leather for binding
wood or horn busk
corset lacing
ribbon or metalic braid trim to taste
 
19.99
RH712 - Men's Brandenburg or Great Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Brandenburg or 1670s-1710s Great Coat inspired by Eastern styles. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
coat weight wool
lightweight silk or linen for lining

Yardage Requirements:
5 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
buttons, braid and passementerie trim to taste
 
24.99
RH713 - 1680s-1725 Accessories
Full size paper patterns for Men's and Women's accessories from the Golden Age of Piracy 1680-1725. Includes patterns, instructions and historical notes for men's shirts, women's shifts, plain and ruffled petticotes, plain and fancy aprons, men's and women's caps and headdresses, hairstyle instructions for women, and a variety of period-appropriate neckwear for both sexes.
 
34.99
RH801 - 1740s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1730s and 40s with dog-ear cuffs, wide skirts, and curved front. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
30-150 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
24.99
RH802 - 1760s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1750s and 60s with dog-ear cuffs, narrowing skirts, and curved front. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
35-50 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
24.99
RH803 - 1780s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1770s and 80s with narrow cuffs and skirts, and curved front. Upper class and lower class instructions included. Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
upto 35 5/8" buttons for front and vents
buttonhole floss
7-5/8" buttons for arm closure (optional)
braid and cording to taste (optional)
 
24.99
RH804 - 1790s-1810s Frock Coat
Full size paper patterns for Men's Frock Coat for the 1790s through 1810s with narrow cuffs and skirts, cut-away front, and fold-over collar. Single- and double-breasted versions both included.

Fits chests 34"-54". All sizes included in one envelope. Embellishment suggestions included.

Suggested Fabrics:
wool, heavyweight silk
lightweight silk or linen for lining
heavy linen or canvas for interlining

Yardage Requirements:
3 yds at least 45" wide

Notions:
thread
Up to 24 5/8" buttons for front, cuffs, and vents
buttonhole floss
 
24.99


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