Misses Sizes 6-16

A complete ensemble from Old Russia that includes jumper, blouse, and apron, along with options for lace and embroidered embellishment.  Wear the jumper by itself as a sundress or combined with other pieces for a variety of looks.  Pattern includes historical information about Russian peasant costume and instructions for traditional punch needle embroidery.

$16.95

Misses Sizes Extra Small to Extra Large

This wrapped jumper has a centuries long history in Tibet.  The Chupa features an asymmetrical wrap front, wide neckband, and simple faced armholes.  Both the Chupa and Chupa inspired skirt have unique side extensions that wrap around the back to tie in front.  The resulting silhouette is slim, yet the extensions enable enough leg room to make walking easier than most wrap skirts.

$16.95

Misses Sizes Extra Small to Extra Large

This feminine ensemble of flowing tunic and wide legged pants is considered to be the traditional costume of Vietnam.  The easy sew tunic features front and back waist shaping darts, mandarin collar, front neckline/armhole opening, tapered long sleeves with elbow darts, and long free hanging front and back panels.  The pants have an easy full legged fit, center back sipper, and faced waistline.

$19.95

Misses Sizes Extra Small to Extra Large

A sensational fashion for dancing or dress up, with lavish flounces that move with flash.  Dress has princess seams, flounced cap sleeves, V-neck front, and up to four tiers of flounces.  Skirt has back waist darts and raised waistline.  Make it with all four flounces or just one flounce for a salsa hot mini.  Pattern for rose accessory to attach to the dress or pin in hair included.

$19.95

Misses Small, Average & Tall

Worn by the stalwart women who conquered the 19th century American prairie, this flowing dress was traditionally worn with a practical apron.  With or without the apron, mid-calf or ankle-length, the dress is feminine and comfortable.  Instructions for vintage embroidered finishing touches are included.

$16.95

Misses Sizes 8-14

The "Genuine Philippine Hand Embroidered" frocks of the 1920's were all the rage among women too busy to stitch.  This easy sew style features a flattering dropped waist and optional smocking.  Pattern includes instructions for smocking and embroidery stitches, as well as a full sized embroidery design motif.

$16.95

Misses Sizes 6-16

This high-waisted dress known as "empire" was worn in the period following the French Revolution in the late 1700's.  The revealing style, requiring few undergarments, reflected a desire to return to simpler, classical Grecian dress after the excesses of the European nobility.  Narrow bodice is gathered into a skirt that is slim in front and full in back.  The optional full length train and sleeve details make it perfect for bridal fashion.

$14.95

Misses Sizes 8-14

Based on the vintage uniform of the 19th century schoolmarm, this two piece outfit features a classic "shirtwaist" or blouse with beautifully different scalloped front opening and flattering princess lines.  Wear it with the sweeping seven gore skirt with optional bias trim.

$16.95

Misses Sizes 8-14

This pretty fashion from the post-Edwardian era of the early 1900's features flattering princess lines, high or low neckline, gathered or pleated skirt, and a variety of embellishment options.  The center front panel, side flanges, and cuffs are all candidates for lacy detailing, color blocking, or inventive fabric treatments.

$14.95

Misses Sizes 6-16

Glamour oozed in Hollywood in the 1930's and 1940's, and this is the daytime dress the starlets wore.  It emphasizes curves, drapes elegantly, and lends an air of discreet sexiness.  The close fitting bodice is visually cinched in with front waistline ties, and fits smoothly into a flared skirt.  Shoulder pads lend that commanding air to any aspiring celebrity.

$14.95