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1875 Parisian Trained Skirt

This skirt is drafted based on an actual garment as seen in a photograph taken in 1875, in Paris. The skirt base is the traditional 5 front gores and full back. The front has two swags, one high and one low on the skirt. The sides are trimmed with vertical ruches simulating a separate panel. The back can be made either bouffant or flat, with a very full train added. The original dress was of a plaid silk, but anything will look nice. This skirt is suitable for evening parties or weddings, or other fancy occations.

All sizes included (XS-XXL).

TV216     EURO 22.50

Talma Cape

A talma is a kind of mantle, or wrap, that was very popular during the 1870's and 1880's. It has a fitted back, held in place by a hidden belt around the waist, with pleats to fit over a bustle. The front is loose in a moderate point. The "sleeve" falls in long points on the sides, with ample room to lift your arms without disturbing the hem of the mantle. A Center front button closure and a mandarin collar give a tailored look.

All sizes included (XS-XL).

TV500     EURO 14.00


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* Early Bustle Era 1870-1876

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* Belle Epoche 1890-1915

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Underwear  

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Combination Underwear

This is a chemise and drawers combined into one garment. This style of underwear first appeared in 1876, and was very popular due the reduction in bulk at the waist of a more fitted type of undergarment. Very comfortable to wear and veristile, this underwearis indespensible for the reenactor of all periods. With 3 different necklines, this garment can be used under virtually any dress, both day and evening styles. The crotch seam is left open and is finished with facings. The legs are finished with a simple band below the knee. The center front closes with buttons.

All sizes included.

TV105    EURO 13.00

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Underwear 1820-1900

These patterns produce several undergarments: Open crotch pants in different variations, a chemisett with sleeves to be worn over the corset and a combination of pants and chemisett.

All sizes included.

W322    EURO 18.99

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Ladies' Victorian Underwear 1837-1899

If you wonder which corset goes with what chemise - look no further. This pattern has the widest size range, the most complete instructions and illustrations, and all the pieces are in one package! The package contains: two corset styles, chemise and drawers appropriate for the Victorian period (1837 -1899).

View A, the Dore Corset is a straight seam corset with 5 pieces on each side and has B, C, and D Cup. View B, the Silverado Corset has bust gores with 6 main pattern pieces and 2 bust gores on each side for cup size A through 4D. Both corsets can be made up plain or fancy. The open drawers have a pointed waistband in front and a drawstring closure with 6 tucks and lace trim at the hems. The sleeveless chemise has a yoke with a front opening and 6 tucks at the hem with lace trim.

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All Sizes (6-26) included (= Bust 77,5 - 122 cm/ 30,5 - 48", Waist 58,5 - 101,5 cm / 23 - 40").

LM100    EURO 15.00

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Underbust Corsets 1894-1909

Views A and B are ladies’ corsets and View C is a man’s. View A is a ribbon corset, which is constructed of alternating pieces of fabric and ribbon. It has a busk in the front and lacing in the back. The bones are placed between two layers of fabric. This corset was popular from about 1899 to 1909. View B is a one layer corset girdle made with coutil with a busk in front, lacing in back, and boning tape. The dates for this corset are about 1894-1909. View C is a gentleman’s corset made with coutil, a busk, lacing in back, and boning tape. Gentlemen wore corsets in the Victorian and Edwardian eras.

All sizes (Ladies: 4-36, Gents: 22-64 = Ladies: underbust 60 - 130 cm = 24 - 52", waist 55 - 125 cm = 22 - 50" / Gents: chest 65 - 170 cm = 26 - 68", waist 55-160 cm = 22 - 64") included.

LM113    EURO 15.00

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Edwardian Corset 1901-1908

This corset was all the rage during the early years of the 20th C. It will give you the typical S-Silhouette of that time. It is straight in front and held closed by a corset busk, while the back is curved and the hips pushed back. The cut of the "Straight-Fronted" Corset is said to have been invented by Inez Gaches-Sarrautes - a french woman with a degree in medicine - at the turn of the century. It was considered a "Health Corset" because it was designed not to compress the waist or chest. Despite Mme. Gaches-Sarrautes efforts to create a "Health Corset", the fashionable women still tightened the waist so much so that the health effects were of course lost.

All sizes (8-26) included.

PP106    EURO 16.00

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Grand Bustle

This petticoat bustle is based on an actual garment as seen in Harper's Bazaar magazine. This pattern will create a large sized bustle, perfect for the large, almost hoop-like fashions of 1869-1875. This petticoat has a center front closure, and 5 hoop bones built into the back, and two bones around the entire hem. This design allows for structural support for heavy skirts combined with ease of movement and wearability (you can sit down without making any adjustments to the bustle!!) This petticoat will also fold flat for ease of storage.

You will need 8 m metal boning and 20 metal caps, which you will find in our category "Notions".

All sizes included.

TV108    EURO 11.50

Early Bustle Era 1870-1876

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Vest Basque 1872

This bodice is designed from a garment as shown in the November 23, 1872 issue of Harper's Bazar Magazine. The longer, layered look below the waist lend the term "Basque" to this bodice. Many similar bodices where shown throughout 1872 and on into 1875. It has a simulated "vest" portion in the center front, closing with buttons to the waist, and diamond-shaped neckline framed with a rolled collar. The back has a tail with a pleat at each side-back seam. The side-backs are loose below the waist and overlap the back tail. The fitted sleeve is in 2 pieces, and has a wide cuff. Undersleeve is not included in this pattern.

All sizes included: Bust 75-125cm, Waist 55-105cm.

TV405    EURO 13.00

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Polonaise 1873

This is a polonaise with a basque back, i.e. the back has an upper bodice section overlapping a lower section with poufs. The front buttons to the waist and then falls open into two points, with pleats at the sides. As an option, the buttons can be extended down the front to give a round apron effect. This style was very popular in the early 1870's. The sleeve is a full length pleated bell. Two neckline options are given. This pattern is recommended for intermediate to advanced sewers.

All sizes included: Bust 75-125cm, Waist 55-105cm.

TV 410 EURO 18.00

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Ball Gown Basque Bodice 1875

This bodice fits just off the shoulder for evening wear. It has an extended waist, pleated basque, and a point in front. The closure is in the center front, with either buttons or hooks and eyes. The ball gown sleeve is a small pouf. This style is particularly suited to 1870 - 1876, but can be used for other periods as well. Heavy decorations at the neckline will give an elegant look to the bodice.

All sizes included: Bust 75-125cm, Waist 55-105cm.

TV 416 EURO 13.00

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Trained Skirt Ensemble

These skirts are drafted based on a tailoring method actually used in the 1870's. It is designed to be worn over bustle TV101 or TV108.

Skirt A has the traditional five gores and two widths in back for train length. The full overskirt is pulled up in the center back and has four sashes hanging down the back.

Skirt B has the five gore front and a double width back, pleated at the side back for a "pouf." The front apron is also pleated on the sides for gentle swags. On both skirts, the placket is in the center back seam. An optional pocket is in the right side seam.

All sizes included: Bust 75-125cm, Waist 55-105cm.

TV208    EURO 21.50

Natural Form 1877-1882

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Cuirass Bodice with Evening Options 1879

This bodice is high necked for day wear or can be cut into a low square neck for evening events. The front can be either straight across or rounded in front and back. This style is particularly suited to 1878 - 1882. The fitted sleeve is in 2 pieces, and can be made either full- or ¾-length. The ball gown sleeve is a small pouf.

All sizes included: Bust 75-125cm, Waist 55-105cm.

TV420 EURO 13.00

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Jacket (1875-1883)

This elegant jacket can be made in two variation: either with a ruffled or a stand-up collar. Looks beautiful with the matching skirt W310.

Sizes (Bust 32- 36" = 80- 90) included.

W313    EURO 21.00

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5 Gore Skirt (1870-1883)

The pattern for this elegant skirt and the matching jacket were taken from a wedding ensemble from 1876 made of white satin, ribbon and lace. Makes a wonderful coordinating outfit for every walk in the park or party!

All sizes included up to Waist Size 38" = 95 cm.

W310    EURO 21.00

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Hermione Overskirt

This skirt is drafted based on an actual garment as seen in Demorest Monthly magazine. The front consists of an apron and pannier. The apron drapes to two points with pleats at the center front and sides. Over this is a pannier, which fans to the sides. The back is left to hang in low swags, and has a square tail for floor length skirts, or is in an oval for trained skirts. The closure is in the center back. If desired, this skirt can be also be sewn into the side seams of underskirt TV225 to create a single, layered skirt.

Alle sizes included (XS-3XL).

TV326    EURO 16.50

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Fantail Skirt

This skirt is drafted based on a garment as seen in an 1878 Arthur's Home Magazine. The front is in 3 gores, fitted at the waist with darts. The back is tied in behind the knees with a drawstring and the train flares dramatically in fan shape, also known today as a "fishtail". The closure is in the center back seam. If desired, this skirt can be also be cut to floor length.

This skirt is suitable for just about any type of dress during the period of 1878-1882. It should be elaborately trimmed if worn by itself. It also works well under overskirts and polonaises.

All sizes included (XS-XXL).

TV225    EURO 15.00

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Mantelet 1880

Warm, but elegant - this beautiful Mantelet with false sleeves was originally made from wool and fur. The so-called „Sortie de bal“ will accompany you on every occasion, wether you're heading to a ball or the opera!

The pattern is based on a german original from 1880.

Size Width at Shoulders 102 cm = 40“, Bust 90 cm = 36“.

NP E305    EURO 17.00

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Bathing Costume 1880

Pure beach fun! This complete set was the stunner of the season 1880. The belted bathing blouse included has two views: long or short with v-neck or rectangular shaped neck with collar. Choose from two bathing cap styles to protect your coiffure and keep yourself warm after the bath with a cosy cloak (can be made with two different collars).

Details

The pattern is based on an english original from 1880.

Size Bust 90 cm = 36", Waist 75 cm = 30", Hips 97,5 cm = 39".

NP E306 EURO 19.99

Late Bustle Era 1882-1889

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August Overskirt 1883

The August overskirt design is seen in several fashion plates from the early 1880's, including our logo. It was very popular during the transitional period of 1882 -1884, when the bustle was reintroduced after a period of unsupported skirts. It is designed to be worn with an underskirt and bustle petticoat TV101. It can be worn for any of the bustle era's, including Natural Form.

The front gored apron is heavily swaged with pleats at the side seams. The back has large poufs which are held in place by tapes, with the hem draped up to give the back an oval appearance. The button closure is in the left side seam.

All sizes included (XS-XXL).

TV365 EURO 14.50

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1885 Four-Gore Underskirt

This skirt is drafted based on a tailoring method actually used in the 1880's. It can be made flat in back, to be worn with an either with an overskirt or polonaise, or with the back bouffant and the front decorated. The skirt is flat in front with gathers or pleats in back, with the extra fullness shifted to the back. It has the three front gores and full width in back that were popular at that time. The placket is in the left side back seam. An optional 12" ruffle can be added to the hem.

This skirt is suitable for just about everything during the period of 1883-1889. It can be left plain for day wear, or elaborately trimmed for evening. Mix and match overskirts for different looks. This pattern also can be used for petticoats.

All sizes included (XS-XXL).

TV261    EURO 13.00

Belle Epoche 1890-1915

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Reception Toilet 1892

Be life and soul of the event with this elegant Reception Toilet! The elaboratly pleated bodice is sure to make heads turn! Tight fitting sleeves and the draped godet skirt complete this stylish outfit.

This pattern is based on an original issued in 1892 by the popular german magazine “Illustrierte Frauen-Zeitung”. It is part of Nehelenia Patterns most authentic collection of original antique patterns and comes in one size only (the original one) along with modern instructions.

Details

One size.

NP E300    EURO 19.99

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Jacket Bodice 1892

The special feature of this bodice in jacket style are the exceptional pleated sides and the elegant sleeves ending in wide cuffs with a diagonal row of buttons. A pleated blouse insert completes the front of the bodice.

This pattern is based on an original issued in 1892 by the popular german magazine “Illustrierte Frauen-Zeitung”. It is part of Nehelenia Patterns most authentic collection of original antique patterns and comes in one size only (the original one) along with modern instructions.

One size.

NP301   EURO 15.99

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Dress for Mayoress of Hull 1896

The late 19th century and early 20th century saw the apogee of the art of dressmaking and this dress is a fine example from that period. The dress from which the pattern is taken was worn by Marion Richardson, Mayoress of Hull in 1896. It comprises a skirt and heavily decorated bodice in a pale pink figured silk.

The dress is associated with the name of the great Madame Clapham, who opened her salon in Hull in 1887 from where she made dresses for fashionable society, including a number of members of the Royal Court.

The pattern is drawn to scale on squared paper so that they may be scaled up or down according to requirements. The package includes full instructions for the dressmaker plus some historical detail about the costume and a colour photograph of the original garment.

One sizes.

NSCT04 EURO 15.00

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Basque Waist 1899

The focus point of this elegant jacket style waist is the attractive front. It also features a wide revers and stand-up collar. Embellish it with decorative trims or fabric appliqués as desired.

The pattern is based on an Original of 1899 by the Cosmopolitan Fashion Model Co. It is part of Nehelenia Patterns most authentic collection of original antique patterns and comes in one size only (the original one) along with modern instructions.

Bust size 38" = 95 cm.

NP303    EURO 15.99

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Skirt with Back Pleats 1899

An elegant skirt with back pleats providing volume to the garment. The decorative button closure, fabric appliqués as desired or a special fashion fabric contribute to the simple elegance of this skirt. Looks wonderful with our Basque Waist 1899!

The pattern is based on an Original of 1899 by the Cosmopolitan Fashion Model Co. It is part of Nehelenia Patterns most authentic collection of original antique patterns and comes in one size only (the original one) along with modern instructions.

Details

Waist size 28" = 70 cm.

NP302    EURO 16.99

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Jacket 1870-1910

This versatile jacket may be worn as a vest or with two styles of detachable sleeves and cuffs to allow the wearer to go from 1870-1910.

Makes a wonderful jacket for every kind of sport costume!

Details

Sizes (Bust 32-36" = 80-90 cm) or (38-42" = 95-105 cm) per pack.

W309   EURO 18.99

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Bloomers and Gaiters

This trousers may be worn as a part of the reform costume of the empanicapted woman at the end of the 19th / beginning 20th century, but is also the perfect addition to every sport outfit! Will look dashing as a cycling costume! Included are also patterns for gaiters.

Details

One size, fits every lady.

W308    EURO 18.99

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Ladies' 1890’s Sporting Costumes with Leggings

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.

Details

All sizes (4-28) included.

LM110    EURO 15.00

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1909-1913 Day or Evening Dress

This is a pattern for two styles that were common during the period 1909-1913. The pieces can be combined for many different looks. This dress goes from day to evening with all dress pieces interchangeable. The Guimpe (blouse) can be worn under it or not. Don't forget your ostrich feather fan! With View B you can indulge in maximum hat, high top shoes, and parasol.

1909-1913 Directoire (slightly empire) dress has princess seamed (boning optional) bodice to waist, with short or elbow length sleeves. Two choices can go over that; kimono sleeve shown in View A or overbodice shown in View B. The skirt is sewn to the underbodice raised 2" from the waist in front and raised higher in back. The back can be trained or not, with either a square or pointed shape. Back opening has period placket with hooks and eyes or modern zipper. An optional overskirt can be added and modified to be straight or "V'ed". Dress pieces are interchangeable. A separate guimpe (blouse) has a high collar, two piece sleeves, and buttons down the back. Period sewing methods are shown and modern shortcuts suggested.

Details

All sizes (2-26) included.

LM104    EURO 15.00

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Ballgown 1913

A wonderful combination of silk and chiffon, this dress is sure to turn some heads at the next ball! A genorously cut layer of chiffon adds an airy elegance to the dress. The wide silk girdle tied in the back emphasizes the waist.

Details

Based on an austrian original from 1913.

One size (Bust 80 cm = 32", Taille 70cm = 28").

NP E304    EURO 17.99

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Titanic Jacket 1910-1915

This long single breasted jacket makes, in combination with the matching skirt (W411), a perfect walking or travelling ensemble of the Titanic era. Similar costumes can be seen in the last Titanic motion picture. A contrasting revers and a belt accenting the high waistline round out the picture.

Details

All sizes included (Bust 77,5 cm = 31" - 110 cm = 44").

W410    EURO 19.99


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Titanic Skirt 1910-1915

You're in the spotlight of the cruise when wearing this elegant straight cut skirt. But wait! Don't set sails before purchasing the matching jacket (W411), too! The ideal dress for vacations, promenades or visiting friends.

Details

All sizes included (= Waist 57,5 cm = 23" - 85 cm = 34"). Also includes instructions for scaling up or down the pattern.

W411 EURO 12.99