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Typical of the 1940s style of women's sweaters, this cardigan is stylish, detailed, and practical. The long-sleeve sweater has a shawl collar, a button-up front, and is knit in a modified basket weave stitch. This pattern comes from our currently...
This is the knitting pattern for the 236 Sophisticated Lady. This knitting pattern is to make a cap sleeve top in a basketweave stitch. The top, or shell, has a rounded neck, is stylish, and is perfect for warm weather....
A perfect cover up, this bolero sweater hugs the bodice and fastens with one button in front. Knit it in a soft (mohair or mohair-blend would be lovely) yarn and a simple stockinette stitch, this sweater is fairly quick. This...
This is the knitting pattern for the slinky tank top that comes with 238 Le Smoking Jacket. Knit in a stockinette stitch, it has thin straps and a scoop neck. It is ideal underneath Le Smoking Jacket, and as a top in...
This turtleneck sweater, knit in Small Wings stitch, is perfect for layering in cold weather - cozy, warm, and a bit bulky. This knitting pattern is included in the 137 Australian Drover's Coat sewing pattern. s: Women's Small, Women's Medium/Men's...
This turtleneck sweater, knit in Small Wings stitch, is perfect for layering in cold weather, and is completely adorable. This knitting pattern is included in the 138 Child's Drover's Coat pattern, and is a fairly quick sweater knit. Front, back, and...
This is the knitting pattern for the cardigan in 237 Tango Dress pattern. It is a hip-length cardigan knit in stockinette stitch. It can be a daytime cover-up for summer picnics or can shimmer at night when knit with novelty...
This pattern bundle includes two knitting patterns (and one crochet pattern) for women's tops that are meant for warmer weather or to be worn as under-layers. 234 Cameo Crocheted Camisole sleeveless, scoop-neck camisole/vest, which can be worn over long sleeve shirts,...
s XS-2XL This is a PDF pattern. This is the instructions for the knitted and crocheted camisoles from the 234 Cameo pattern. These patterns are included in our 234 Cameos pattern, but if you are just wanting to purchase the...
This charming button down cardigan sweater is knit in two colors in alternating garter and stockinette stitches. It has set-in sleeves and a round neck, and is finished with a ribbon (or yarn) woven through the edges. Practical, tough, and...
Misses XS-2XL The heroic working women of World War II inspired this factory wardrobe of camp shirt, pleated slacks, and overalls with sweetheart bib. Rosie the Riveter was the fictional character pictured in posters to recruit women into the work force...
s XS-3XL; Knitting and Crochet patterns XS-2XL Four feminine camisoles are included in this pattern - two to sew, one to knit and one to crochet. Both sewn camisoles button in front and are from the late Victorian period. Our...
These extra-wide mohair acrylic knit fabrics are soft and lightweight, with a fluffy, brushed surface that mimics the cozy halo of mohair while offering the durability and easy care of acrylic. It provides gentle stretch, excellent warmth without heaviness, and...
s: Misses 6-22; Men's 34-48. This is the classic outback duster coat. Its rugged construction and hearty design is perfect whether riding the open range or the urban trails. Make it in canvas or denim for a traditional look, microfiber...
Misses XS-2XL Our Fifties’ Fit & Flair sewing pattern creates the typical dress shape so successful is has resurfaced decades later. Aside from teenage fads like poodle skirts and saddle shoes, fashions of the 1950’s were remarkably clean, simple, and flattering....
Misses 6-20. Girls 4-14. Be ready to bop the next time "Rock Around the Clock" comes on the jukebox with Folkwear's fabulous sewing pattern for a 1950's outfit. Out easy-to-sew Circle Skirt can be appliqued with a poodle or alpine...
s XS-3XL. Folkwear's Sporty Forties' Dress and Sweater patterns are classic examples of the ingenuity of the 1940s fashion designers. They faced fabric shortages, government regulations, and the perennial desire of women to still look their best even in wartime. ...
Women's XS-3XL; Men's SM-3XL This is a sewing pattern for the stylish jacket worn by the high society of the late 1920s and early 1930s, but has its origins in the late 19th century. In England, where house parties were...
Kilt, all sizes. Jacket and vest, Men's 36-48. Knitted vest, Misses S, M, L, XL. The romance of the Scottish Highlands is alive and well in this authentic kilt, kilt skirt, and Prince Charlie jacket and vest. To complete the...
s XS-3XL Everyone should have a warm coat in their wardrobe, and our sewing pattern for this roomy, low-calf length Overcoat fits the bill perfectly. Simple, un-lined construction, with built on sleeves (dolman-like) and a one-piece front placket, make this...
Fine knit elastic, soft enough to wear against skin, yet retains strength. Excellent stretch & memory. Great in waistbands and cuffs. Priced per yard. Polyester knit Five widths: 3/8", 1/2", 3/4", 1", 1-1/2" Color: White (black is currently sold out)...
Misses XS-3XL Celebrate your femininity with this dramatic, full-skirted sewing pattern from the 1950s. Make it in colorful cotton for a summer sundress or shimmering brocade for an evening party any time of the year. The mid-1950s celebrated femininity with...
Child's size 6X to 14 This is the Australian Drover's Coat, sized for children! This pattern includes all of the authentic detailing of the adult version, including a turtleneck sweater to knit. Created especially for the horsemen who rode the...
s XS-3XL This simple, fully-lined jacket is the perfect piece - no matter the season. The sewing pattern features a roomy fit, simple open front design, and built-on sleeves to create a lovely jacket that can be made with many...
This knitted vest echoes the silhouette of a traditional quilted vest worn under the kimono, and comes from our currently out of print 136 Children's Kimono and Vests pattern. The vest is knit in a knit/purl diamond pattern and is...
Misses 6-16. This elaborately quilted petticoat was a treasured item in an 18th-19th century wardrobe, worn for both fashion and warmth. Overskirts were raised, divided and pulled aside to display the elegant handwork. Western pioneers made simpler calico versions of...
Unisex XS - 2XL In the 1950’s everyone coveted these handsome heavy wool jackets with contrasting leather sleeves and knitted collar, waistband and cuffs, made in their school colors. And they are still very popular today – in school colors, floral...
s: XS-3XL (new sizing!) The tango craze of the 'teens and twenties of the 20th century regularly enjoys a revival. The dramatic dips and thrusts of the dance called for gowns that emphasized leg and back. Dating from the 1920s,...
Children's s 2-10. Here is an authentic and versatile selection of Japanese garments for boys and girls, sized 2 to 10. The Children's Kimono has the same basic cut and construction as our adult pattern, 113 Japanese Kimono. Two sleeve...
Misses Extra Small to Extra Large. We're almost sure that Lucy had a suit like this. (If she didn't, she should have!) The casual Jacket from the early 1950s featured a clever lapel that is stitched down to form a...
Women XS to 2XL; Men Small to 2XL. The Middy has been a fashion classic for over a hundred years, although it has been a part of naval tradition since the days of sailing ships. Its popularity peaked in the...
Misses' 6-16; Men's 36-44. This traditional smock was called a Kittel, or over-garment, worn by workers in Germany, Switzerland, and France. Soft pleats fall from a wide neckband. Sleeves connect to side panels with gussets and are pleated at the...
Misses' Extra Small to Extra Large. This fully-lined Cocoon Coat sewing pattern is based on a design of Paul Poiret, a renowned early 20th century fashion designer. It is Poiret who is remembered for freeing women from the 19th century...
s XS-3XL These are the paper pattern versions. For the PDF version, go here. Included in this bundle: Jacket: This simple, fully-lined jacket is the perfect piece - no matter the season. The roomy fit, simple open front design, and built-on sleeves create a...
From Avlea Folk Embroidery. A striking example of Scandinavian folk embroidery, the Scandinavian Sampler cross stitch folk embroidery kit features a design created for Folkwear Sewing Patterns for their Norwegian bunad (folk costume) pattern. The repeating design is filled with...
The Balkan Diamond BitKit cross stitch folk embroidery kit features a beautiful geometric diamond and arrow design in two shades of red, a repeating pattern that echoes folk embroidery traditions across the Mediterranean and Eastern Europe. It's restful rhythm is...
Create a beautiful wildflower meadow on nearly any garment you want with this embroidery pattern! This pattern is created with machine stitching (no embroidery machine needed) or can be hand sewn. It is perfect to add to dress or shirt hems,...
From Avlea Folk Embroidery. In a delightful multi-cultural exchange, the BitKit Scandinavian Stars folk embroidery kit features a striking star motif that comes from a vintage Swedish needlework booklet showcasing Greek folk embroidery designs. The blue and white color palette...
This is a perfect kit for beginners to sashiko, or for anyone who wants a simple and small kit! Our kits include: 12"x12" (30x30cm) 100% cotton cloth with printed washout sashiko designs, in several patterns -- ink washes away in...
s XS-3XL This bundle includes PDF patterns for the Basics Collection: Jacket, Pants, Pinafore Dress, Tunic, and Overcoat. You will get a zip file with zip files inside for each pattern. The files will contain sewing instructions and patterns for each...
This Mediterranean Sampler folk embroidery kit features four common motifs used in Mediterranean art: the cross, the star, the carnation, and the scroll. These motifs are seen in woodcarving, stonework, textiles, and painted architectural borders from antiquity through the age...
This Mediterranean Medallion cross stitch kit is a wonderful introduction to folk embroidery. It features an intricate floral medallion inspired by Greek folk embroidery and is stitched on authentic evenweave fabric with three color options. Kit includes: 26ct Traditional...
The Balkan Quartet folk embroidery kit from Avlea Folk Embroidery showcases four classic motifs of traditional Eastern European folk embroidery: a cross-and-tulip, an eight-pointed star, a peacock feather, and a tulip motif. Worked in a traditional black and red palette...
A beautiful navy light- to mid-weight (handkerchief) linen. This linen is amazing and really wonderful for making shirts or nightgowns, as well as period clothes. Fabric is sold by the 1/2 yard (you may order multiples of 1/2 yards; all...
From Avlea Folk Embroidery: This Romanian Sampler folk embroidery kit features a delightful group of motifs from traditional Romanian folk embroidery. Worked in traditional red and black, these motifs are a great way to experience traditional Romanian folk embroidery. Kit...
From Avlea Folk Embroidery. Stitch a trio of charming bookmarks while you explore authentic folk embroidery cross stitch fabrics. Great for gift giving! Kit includes: 3 pieces of my most popular folk fabrics in white (26ct Traditional Groundcloth , 26ct...
