This skirt is inspired by a Mr. Worth drawing, as a pre-hoop design. The upper section, or "tablier", of the skirt has four rounded points. The shaped flounce adds enough fullness to fit over a hoop. Fits all sizes.

$9.00

This skirt has two layers, just as the name implies. The skirt lining has a flounce added to give plenty of fullness over a hoop. The upper skirt covers the lining and the top of the flounce. Fits all sizes.

$12.00

A beautiful Pre-Hoop skirt. The upper "petals" fall gracefully over the skirt. The very deep lower flounce adds enough fullness to go over a hoop, if desired. Fits all sizes.

$9.00

This is the skirt that fits over our Elliptical Cage Crinoline, TV103. It has 9 panels, is fitted with pleats for a smooth waist, and flares to over 188" at the hem. This skirt gradually lengthens towards the back, to keep the hem at floor level all around the skirt. Center back closure.

$17.00

This is a 3-piece bodice, the most common style of the early Victorian era. It has an elongated shoulder and a large Modified Pagoda sleeve. The closure is in the center front, and there is no center back seam. The neckline can be high or an open square. The waist can be straight around or with a shallow point.

$13.00

This is a loose fitting blouse, with dropped shoulders and bishop sleeves. Comes in two styles, tuck-in or gathered into a waistband. Center front button closure, small band collar, button cuffs. Wear under a jacket or belted. Perfect for the years 1861-1869.

$11.00

This is an off-the-shoulder 3-piece bodice for evening wear. The neckline is decorated with a gathered bertha and bow at the shoulders. The waist has a point in both front and back. The center back closes with hooks and eyes.

$11.00

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.

$12.50

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This is a Full dress for the 1830's. Beret Sleeves for evening dress and Gigot Sleeves for day wear. Gathered front and back for added style. Single dart, t-back seams, with attached skirt, straight at waist or with a shallow point, and center back closure.

$16.50

This pattern is for an 1856 dress, designed from fashion plates and original garments of the pre-civil war era. This style is suitable for the years 1855-1862, and fits over TV141 round hoop. It has a gathered Fan Front bodice, with a fitted lining and a gathered back. The deep V neckline can be filled in with a chemisette, or left open for a dinner dress. The full gathered sleeve has a fitted upper section and dropped shoulder line. The bodice reaches to the waist at the back and sides, with a shallow point in front. The bodice can also be made plain, if desired. A full skirt is attached to the bodice, or can be sewn to a separate waistband. The closure is in the center front, with hooks and eyes. Each size is hand drawn, not scaled, with all of the bodice seams true to the era. This bodice is designed to fit snugly over a corset.

$16.00

A talma is a type of wrap with a fitted back held in place by a hidden belt. The front is loose with a center front closure. The "sleeves" hang in long points on each side. A box pleat in the back fits over a bustle.

$13.50