1769 Manteau-de-Lit or bedgown Pattern (Large- Bust Size 40-42"). This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. The Manteau-de-Lit or Bed-gown is an unfitted, T-shaped jacket with a shawl collar that continues into robings. It is knee-length, has seven-eighths length sleeves and underarm gussets. The bed-gown may be held closed using straight pins or an apron, for which directions are included. The bed-gown is fairly close fitting around the torso, and is reversible when lined. If you wish a looser fit, please make one size larger than you normally wear. The enclosed pattern is an interpretation of Figures 7 - 12, Plate 15 from Description des Arts et Metiers, by M. Garsault, Paris, 1769, as published in The Cut of Women's Clothes 1600-1930, by Norah Waugh. The jacket is described as follows: "The bed-gown (manteau-de-lit). This is cut from two or four lengths of material according to the width. The sleeves are cut en chemise, that is, in one with the body; the squares cut from the sides of the gown are added to the sleeves to give extra length....The back is cut straight across the top and has an inverted pleat centre back. The front...... [Read More]

1750's Coat with Military Variations for the Officer or Enlisted Man (52" Chest). This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Appropriate for either civilian or military wear, this coat has very full skirts, deep cuffs, a straighter front line and roomier sleeves than coats worn in the 1770's and later. The body of the coat fits close to the person and the armholes are set high and back to reinforce a correct, erect 18th century posture. Military lapels and cuffs may be mixed and matched to suit the requirements of your unit. Available in sizes 40 - 52. Enclosed you will find a plain cuff, a functional mariner's cuff, and a curved cuff. All the pieces were designed to fit together, so you may mix and match. This coat is designed to fit comfortably over shirt, breeches and waistcoat. If you plan to wear your coat over a sleeved waistcoat, please fit it accordingly. Depending on the weight of the fabric you have used for your waistcoat, it may be necessary to expand the sleeves on the coat. This original coat pattern is fashioned after an extant example of an officer's regimental worn by Capt. Thomas Plumbe, Royal Lancashire Militia c. 1... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Shift, petticoat, short gown, apron, handkerchief and pocket (Large - 40-42") This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Basic Six Piece Wardrobe Pattern. Contains pattern diagram for chemise in all sizes, plus illustrated directions for petticoat, apron and handkerchief. Patterns included for short gown and pocket. One size short gown per pattern, bust sizes 32-50. Basic Garments. Shift/Chemise - an 18th century undergarment for women worn next to the skin. The French name for this garment is chemise. It is loose fitting and pulls on over the head; has a low adjustable neckline and ¾ length sleeves. Shoulder seam rests on upper arm, well off the shoulder. Shift hangs to below the knee. Petticoat - an 18th century garment worn the way a skirt is now worn. Openings are left in side seams for access to hanging pockets. Petticoat is pleated to waistband, and fastens with ties. Short Gown - a hip-length unfitted jacket with long sleeves, to be held closed with straight pins and apron. Pattern enclosed. Apron - a rectangle of fabric pleated to a waistband, worn tied around the waist. Handkerchief - a square or triangula... [Read More]

1700's Shift, petticoat, short gown, apron, handkerchief and pocket Pattern (Medium-Bust size 36-38") This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Contains pattern diagram for chemise in all sizes, plus illustrated directions for petticoat, apron and handkerchief. Patterns included for short gown and pocket. One size short gown per pattern, bust sizes 32-50. Basic Garments. Shift/Chemise - an 18th century undergarment for women worn next to the skin. The French name for this garment is chemise. It is loose fitting and pulls on over the head; has a low adjustable neckline and ¾ length sleeves. Shoulder seam rests on upper arm, well off the shoulder. Shift hangs to below the knee. Petticoat - an 18th century garment worn the way a skirt is now worn. Openings are left in side seams for access to hanging pockets. Petticoat is pleated to waistband, and fastens with ties. Short Gown - a hip-length unfitted jacket with long sleeves, to be held closed with straight pins and apron. Pattern enclosed. Apron - a rectangle of fabric pleated to a waistband, worn tied around the waist. Handkerchief - a square or triangular piece of fabric finished o... [Read More]

1750's - 1770's Waistcoat Pattern (48" Chest). This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. A mid-18th century waistcoat to be made in long or short versions, with or without sleeves, with three different center front lines, depending on period and personal preference. Suitable for 1750's - 1770's. This waistcoat pattern may be made up in a variety of ways: sleeved or sleeveless. long or short. The longer, sleeved version is most appropriate for earlier impressions, i.e. the French and Indian War period, whereas the shorter version is a correct length for the Revolutionary War period in America. You may also make a shorter sleeved waistcoat or a longer sleeveless waistcoat. Both sleeved and sleeveless waistcoats were worn in either period. The waistcoat underwent an evolution in style similar to the coat. Early on in the century, the waistcoat was worn quite long, extending almost to the knees. As time progressed, the waistcoat became shorter and shorter, ending, at the close of the century, at the natural waistline. This original waistcoat pattern is fashioned after three extant examples, one in the collection of The Colonial Williamsb... [Read More]

1750's Coat with Military Variations for the Officer or Enlisted Man (42" Chest) This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Appropriate for either civilian or military wear, this coat has very full skirts, deep cuffs, a straighter front line and roomier sleeves than coats worn in the 1770's and later. The body of the coat fits close to the person and the armholes are set high and back to reinforce a correct, erect 18th century posture. Military lapels and cuffs may be mixed and matched to suit the requirements of your unit. Available in sizes 40 - 52. Enclosed you will find a plain cuff, a functional mariner's cuff, and a curved cuff. All the pieces were designed to fit together, so you may mix and match. This coat is designed to fit comfortably over shirt, breeches and waistcoat. If you plan to wear your coat over a sleeved waistcoat, please fit it accordingly. Depending on the weight of the fabric you have used for your waistcoat, it may be necessary to expand the sleeves on the coat. This original coat pattern is fashioned after an extant example of an officer's regimental worn by Capt. Thomas Plumbe, Royal Lancashire Militia c. 17... [Read More]

1700's Men's Fall Front Breeches Pattern (XL- 42-44" Waist) This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Men's fall front breeches, with front pockets, optional waistband watch pocket and tabs for knee buckles. These breeches have a mid-18th century fit, with a short rise, fitting the torso lower in the front than in the back. Fall front breeches became fashionable after the middle of the 18th century. In shape, they are quite similar to fly front breeches, with the exception of the method of front closure. These breeches have a shaped waistband which ties over a center back gusset; the seat is full, the legs tight with sufficient fullness through the crotch for full freedom of movement; the front rise is short, with the waistband fitting around the hips, under the stomach; the kneeband is designed for buckles; the pockets extend under the front fall and there is a watch pocket in the waistband. This original breeches pattern is based on extant examples in the collections of Colonial Williamsburg, The National Museum of American History, and the Museum of the City of London. Pattern excellent for Colonial Costume, Romance Era Costume, R... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern -1770's Man's Waistcoat. Shirt Instructions included (Size Small Chest: 34-36"). Man's Waistcoat Circa 1770 and shirt instructions, sizes 34-44" chest available. Typical waistcoat for the 2nd half of the 18th century. Includes dressy options. Two Sizes per pattern. Pattern excellent for Colonial Costume, Romance Era Costume, Regency Costume, Lewis and Clarke Era Costume, Wild West Costume, Fur Trade Era Costume, Colonial Military Costume, War of 1812 Military Costume, War of 1812 and Indian Wars costume, Pirates of the Caribbean, Johnny Depp Costume, Will Turner Costume, Orlando Bloom costume, Captain Barbossa's Costume, Captain Jack Sparrow Costume, Golden Age of Piracy Costume, American revolutionary War costume, and Elizabeth Swann Costume, American revolutionary War costume. Pirates of the Caribbean Impression, cavalier or other pirate impression as well as period accurate colonial. Great for French Indian War, Louis and Clarke, Colonial, American Revolutionary War, King Louis French Court, Marie Antoinette, French Royalty, 1700's impression. Colonial, Georgian, American Revolutionary War, Indian Wars, War of 1820, Regency, Sense and Sensibility, Pirate Era, High... [Read More]

18th Century Jackets Pattern (Large-14-16, Bust size 40-42"). This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. This very special J. P. Ryan pattern contains 10 pattern pieces which may be combined to create an entire wardrobe of 18th century jackets. Four views are given, each for a different time period. Because all the pattern pieces, i.e. sleeves, cuffs, backs and front, were designed to fit together, you may create additional styles, based on your own personal research. This group of jackets uses one basic body with front, sleeve, cuff, skirt and length variations. Each view is composed of different pieces, and pieces may be combined to create other styles. The dates given on each view are approximate, based on elements found in extant examples. View A is cut with a long skirt, center front closure, and sleeves with winged cuffs, suitable for the 1750's. View B has a long full skirt, open front, stomacher and cuffed sleeves, as was worn in the 1760's. View C has a short full skirt, open front, stomacher, and curved sleeves, appropriate for the 1770's. View D has a short skirt with pointed back, open front, stomacher and curved sleeves a... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Robe a la Francais (Medium- 12-16). This pattern is a single size pattern; please reference the description for size included. Georgian, American Revolutionary War. As the name indicates, a gown made fashionable by the French during the Restoration period, featuring an elegant sack back. To be worn over panniers. Suitable for middle to upper class historical interpretations or for elaborate costume balls for the 18th century. Great for Captain Jack Sparrow, Captain Barbossa, Colonial Army, War of 1812, American Revolutionary War, Blackbeard costume, Golden Age of Piracy Costume. Colonial Man, Colonial Revolutionary Soldier, Colonial Woman, Revolutionary War woman.

Child Boy Colonial Man or Benjamin Franklin Costume by California Costumes 00435

JacketVestCravatKnicker pantsWig, glasses, and socks not included

Ben Franklin was one pretty smart guy. He invented bifocals, edited a newspaper and got himself on the hundred dollar bill. We still think his whole "flying a kite in the middle of a thunderstorm" idea might not have been the best idea ever, since that could have really turned out badly, but he's a genius, so who are we to argue? This costume makes your kid look just like the legendary figure. We can't guarantee that while wearing it, he'll be inventing the glass armonica like the real Benjamin Franklin, but he will look cooler than the other kids