Sewing Pattern - Women's Italian Renaissance Gowns, c. 1470-1505. provides patterns for 7 gowns & 1 tabard (sizes 8-18). Two have split skirts. underskirts, and stomachers, to fake an underdress. The underskirts and stomachers can be left off, replaced by a real underdress. Four of the gown patterns have sleeves that tie on. The Renaissance of the 15th and 16th centuries began in politically splintered Italy. The age was humanistic, like the people themselves; the clothing was individualistic, competitive, and even playful. While there were broad similarities, regional variations were the norm. Fashion for woman changed radically after 1460. Evolving from the houpelande (PP26), the bodice was cut separately from the skirt, above the natural waist, and became tight fitting. Skirts could be gathered or pleated or neither. They were often split in front to show the skirt of a sleeveless underdress, which could also show under a V-neck. The chemise (PP90) decorated or not, also often showed at the neck. The sleeves could be slashed to show the chemise sleeve, and were often laced or tied to the bodice, rather than sewn on. This allowed different sets of sleeves to be worn with one gown... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Men's Elizabethan Garments, c. 1558-1605. The late Tutor period was a time of transition and uncertainty with 3 rulers in 11 years (not to mention Lady Jane Grey, who only ruled for 9 days), and the country endured violent switches from Protestant to Catholic. During the early part of this period the men's styles changed faster than woman's fashions. Gowns (PP53) declined in popularity, and a new emphasis was placed on the lower trunk. Even with the peascod belly doublet and trunk hose, men's styles could not compete with the sheer bulk of the women's gowns during Elizabeth's later reign. Late in the period men wore neck ruffs and later the falling collar, sometimes together. They also wore wrist ruffs and cuffs (PP90 - sized for women). Period Patterns number 58, Men's Elizabethan Garments, c. 1558-1605, supplies patterns for 7 doublets, 5 pairs of Trunkhose, 1 Venetians, 1 slops, a falling collar and cuffs (sizes 34-54). This pattern is complimented by PP43, PP53, PP90, PP92, and PP93. Great for Game of Thrones Costume, Eddard Stark, Sean Bean, Arryn, Baratheon, Greyjoy, Lannister, Stark, Tully, Tyrell, Rickon Stark, Rodrik Cassel, Maester Luwin, Jory Cassel, Hod... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - 1910 Ladies' Costume Pattern. Size: 36" Bust. Length of skirt in front from regular waistline 42, back 45. Width around lower edge about 2 1/4 yards. This pattern was published by The Pictorial Review Co. in New York. An elementary illustrated cutting and construction guide is included. The garment is easily assembled by matching notches and numbers. The pattern contains fourteen pieces. The pattern envelope describes the costume, "Without Lining. Having a Yoke Guimpe [separate short blouse] with One Piece Sleeves in Full or Three quarter Length, High Waistline and Attached Three Piece Gathered Skirt With an Applied Back Gore Which Hangs Free. In Regulation Length." The guimpe [separate blouse] worn under the dress may be made of allover shadow or Bohemian lace or net. To introduce a touch of vivid color which is so much favored now, the crushed girdle can be made of cerise [cherry] or burnt orange satin or panne velvet." Also suggested is, "Navy blue serge or moss green diagonal chevoit . . . satin, velvet or a contrasting material may be used . . . ." Popular colors were, ". . . wine, Bordeaux, taupe, nut and seal brown, navy and old blue, prune, mulberry and plu... [Read More]

MISSES' JACKET, BIB AND SKIRT: Semi-fitted lined jacket has asymmetrical closing, front and back princess seams and contrast collar and cuffs. C,D: bib has neck band, back neck closing with hook and eye and top stitching. D: Gathered neck ruffle with lace trim. E: close-fitting high wasted skirt has left side front pleats, side zipper, topstitching and optional buttons. Designed for lightweight to medium weight woven fabrics. FABRICS: A,B,C,D: Bengaline, Woolens, Velvets. C,D: Batiste, Silk. With Nap Without Nap NOTIONS: A: Four 11/8" Buttons, Six 7/8" Buttons, 1/4" Shoulder Pads. B: Two Frog Closures, 1/4" Shoulder Pads. C: 3/4 yd. of 1/4" Lace Edging, 3/4 yd. of 1/2" - 3/4" Trim, Two Hook and Eyes. D: 1 yd. of 1" Lace, Two Hook and Eyes. E: One 9" Zipper, One Hook and Eye, Fifteen 7/8" Buttons (Optional). Combinations: A5(6-8-10-12-14),E5(14-16-18-20-22).

Misses Period gown - costumes Simplicity sewing pattern 4055, part of Simplicity Autumn 2006 collection. Pattern for 2 looks. For sizes HH (6-8-10-12).

Sewing Pattern - Tunics, c. 650-1310 A.D. Chest sizes 16-54" included. Tunics were perhaps the first style to spread throughout Europe, worn from Ireland to Russia, Scandinavia to Byzantium to Spain. They were worn by almost everyone, peasant to noble, from Roman times through the 1300's. Many of the same variations are seen again and again, although a few appear to be limited to one sex or the other and woman's tunics or undertunics were always long. Class differences were shown by the fabric and decoration as well as the cut of the tunic. A nobleman at court might wear a long, full tunic of silk with jeweled embroidery, while working in the field, his poorest peasant would wear a short tunic of coarse wool . Men would usually wear hose (PP43 or PP101) with their tunics, but women didn't. In the first half of the 14th century the discovery that one could cut the armholes and sleeve caps curved, thus achieving a better fit, caused some change in the basic style. With this change the tunic continued to be worn, in a more or less modified form for another 200 years, especially among the lower classes. Pattern has 14 tunics for men, woman and children, with most parts being interchang... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Men'sCotehardies were worn by both sexes of all ages and classes for over 200 years, from England to Bohemia, Norway to Spain. While there were variations, the cut of the cotehardie was the same in Europe. Originally a version of the tunic (PP16), cotehardies differed in sleeve cut, variations, and tailor fit. Woman's were fitted or even tight to the hips, then flared to the hem. They often had long tight sleeves. They would be worn over a chemise (PP90). Men's cotehardies, worn long or short, were initially tight to the hips, with long tight sleeves. They were worn over a shirt (PP43) and hose (PP101), often with hoods. During 1st half of the 14th c. a major change occurred. With the invention of curved sleeve caps. Puffed chests and full sleeves became fashionable on men's cotehardies by 1350. Sleeveless tunics or surcoats were worn by both sexes as early as the 12th c., but with the return of crusaders from the Holy Land the style became wildly popular. The armholes deepened to the waist, then (particularly on woman's surcoats) to the hip, earning the name "sideless surcoats". These worn by women over very tight cotehardies, roused the ire of the church because ... [Read More]

Sewing Pattern - Period Patterns number 46, Woman's German Puff-and-Slash, c. 1500-1545 A.D. Woman's styles in early Renaissance Germany developed from the Italian Renaissance styles but like the men's fashions, went far beyond the Italian creations. Cartridge pleating was used extensively at the waist, and guards (trim of a contrasting fabric) became fashionable on the bodice and skirt. The bodice evolved one version with a cut-away front spanned by a bust band of another, elaborately decorated fabric, below which the bodice was laced together over the chemise (PP90) or a plastron. High standing collars became popular. Sleeves were slashed in many different ways, although less wildly than the men's sleeves, and different styles were tied, laced or sewn on. The bust band was also occasionally slashed. The chemise showed under the slashes, and was often elaborately decorated when it showed at the neck. Decoration was rich, and jewels and metallic embroidery were often used. Period Patterns number 46, Woman's German Puff-and-Slash, c. 1500-1545 A.D., includes patterns for 6 gowns and 3 shoulder capes. This pattern is complimented by PP52, PP90, PP92 and PP93. Great for Game of Throne... [Read More]

Misses Period gown - costumes Simplicity sewing pattern 4055, part of Simplicity Autumn 2006 collection. Pattern for 2 looks. For sizes RR (14-16-18-20).

Sewing Pattern - Cotehardies and Sideless Surcoats, 14th and 15th centuries. Cotehardies were worn by both sexes of all ages and classes for over 200 years, from England to Bohemia, Norway to Spain. While there were variations, the basic cut of the cotehardie was the same throughout Europe. Originally a version of the tunic (PP16), cotehardies differed in sleeve cut, variations, and tailor fit. Woman's were fitted or even tight to the hips, then flared to the hem. They often had long tight sleeves. They would be worn over a chemise (PP90). Men's cotehardies, worn long or short, were initially tight to the hips, with long tight sleeves. They were worn over a shirt (PP43) and hose (PP101), often with hoods. In the first 1/2 of the 14th c. a change occurred. With the invention of curved sleeve caps. Puffed chests & full sleeves became fashionable on men's cotehardies by 1350. Sleeveless tunics or surcoats were worn by both sexes as early as the 12th c., but with the return of crusaders from the Holy Land the style became wildly popular. The armholes deepened to the waist, then (particularly on woman's surcoats) to the hip, earning the name "sideless surcoats". These worn by women over... [Read More]

"Don't move! She can't see you if you don't move!" Become the most famous and fearsome of all dinosaurs with our Jurassic World Tyrannosaurus Rex Inflatable Adult Costume! Costume includes an action packed full-body inflatable jumpsuit, excellent orange and brown multicolor detailing, with white scratch marks to show the most gruesome of fights! Signature yellow eyes and piercing white teeth, completes the look of this carnivorous creature! Inflatable costume has a built in hood with drawstring for easy fit, and is placed comfortably under the dinosaur head in neck area. Costume includes a zipper closure for easy in-and-out. Costume also

Barry Allen becomes the Flash when lightning strikes the S.T.A.R. Labs particle accelerator where he's working. Your child may not be able to run faster than the speed of light, but this officially licensed DC Comics costume will make him look and feel just like the Flash! It includes a bright red muscle chest jumpsuit with 3D Boot Tops and 3D Gauntlets. It also includes a red half-face mask just like the one the Flash wears with its distinctive yellow horns above the ears. Your child will be ready to find the truth behind any number of crimes he discovers

Unleash your inner warrior. With your speed, stealth and skill, your night will surely be a thrill! The Stealth Ninja Costume includes: a jumpsuit with attached molded chest armor, hood with detached mask and belt with attached ninja stars. Does not include sword or