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Updated Regency Spencer ePattern Tiles

The 2” measurement square on the tiled ePattern that acts as a test square is cut off on the left side, making the width incorrect. I’ve uploaded the corrected ePattern to the site (so all purchased on or after October 23 are fine), but if you purchased this ePattern between 1/31/23 and 10/22/24, you’ll need an update.

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2021...Let's Do This!

Now that we’ve made it through the holidays and have had a chance to draw breath, I feel good about moving forward on several new projects.

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ePattern Video Tutorials: PRE-2023

If you're new to ePatterns, you'll want to watch this three-part ePattern video series on how to put together your pattern sheets before you take the plunge. ePatterns are printable PDF files that create "tiles" you piece together to create your master pattern sheets. With a little effort, you'll be on your way!

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Stitching Up the Lilly Rose Pattern

My friend Lorna McKenzie of The Tailor's Apprentice asked me in 2011 to review the Lilly Rose pattern she was developing from an original 1940s design. Unfortunately, I had just moved to Kenya and was expecting a new baby at the time, so I never did get around to sewing the dress. But I can't stand leaving a project undone, so five years later (!!!) I asked Lorna if I could still stitch up the pattern and provide feedback. She graciously sent me a review copy, and I got started!

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Girls' Classic 1950s Shirt Dress Pattern

This is a fun, easy-to-wear shirt dress pattern design for girls ages two to 16. The 1940s shirt dress that emerged during WWII was a practical, utilitarian garment without frills that used less fabric but still had a distinctively feminine shape to it. As the style morphed over the coming decade, it became one of the most recognizable icons of fashion history, worn by everyone from glamorous Grace Kelly to thrifty TV housewife Donna Reed. The New Look ushered in fuller skirts and feminine frills, and, while the more angular look of the 1960s pushed it out of the limelight for a while, it was still a wardrobe staple on into the 1970s and right up to the present. My favorite versions, by far, come from the decade of the 1950s and have inspired this pattern with its fuller skirt.

(Looking for the paper version rather than the ePattern? Purchase from one of our many retailers worldwide! Please note that Patterns of Time carries my entire line and is well stocked.)

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Girls' 1958 Party Dress Pattern

When I created the Ladies’ 1958 Party Dress pattern, I knew my girls would want their own dresses to match! Because I’ve had a lot of requests for patterns easy enough for beginners, I’ve kept this pattern as simple as the adult version. Perfect for mother-daughter dresses!

(Looking for the paper version rather than the ePattern? Purchase from one of our many retailers worldwide! Please note that Patterns of Time carries my entire line and is well stocked.)

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Ladies' 1958 Party Dress Pattern

I’ve had many requests from customers for an easy dress pattern that even a beginner could tackle. When the 1950s won my fashion era poll in late 2010, I decided to create a party dress that would provide glamorous results without tears for beginners and also satisfy long-time vintage fashion enthusiasts. I hope this pattern fills the bill!

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1950s ePattern Collection

If you’d like to purchase all the 1950s ePatterns together (women’s and girls’), you’ll receive a 15% discount! This bundle includes all of the patterns shown here. For more information about each pattern included in this bundle, please browse the individual listings in the Titanic/Teens Era category.[cc_product sku="1950scollection" display="inline" quantity="false" price="true"]

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1910s Tea Gown Pattern

This 1910s Tea Gown pattern was inspired by “Titanic" and follows the styles of 1911-1913 with its multi-layered skirt and kimono-style bodice.

While all sizes are included, if you wear a "DD" cup, you will need to purchase the supplement to get a perfect fit:[cc_product sku="etgps" display="inline" quantity="false" price="true"](Looking for the paper version rather than the ePattern? Purchase from one of our many retailers worldwide! Please note that Patterns of Time carries my entire line and is well stocked.)

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Regency Gown Pattern

This is my original Regency gown pattern, modeled after the styles of the middle Regency and particularly appropriate for 1810s impressions. If you're new to this time period, this is the pattern I recommend starting with, as it goes together very easily.

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Romantic Era Dress Pattern

With this pattern, you can create a wide variety of dresses for day and evening–plus a jumper that can be worn over a blouse made from my Romantic Blouse pattern.

(Looking for the paper version rather than the ePattern? Purchase from one of our many retailers worldwide! Please note that Patterns of Time carries my entire line and is well stocked.)Blouse pattern sold separately below or CLICK HERE.

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Regency Spencer Jacket/Pelisse Pattern

I created this pattern by pulling research together from several sources (along with customer requests!). I studied a Spencer jacket in the D.A.R. Museum collection and one at the Valentine. I also drew from Janet Arnold’s wonderful Patterns of Fashion to create a versatile pattern for short jackets, long coats, and sleeveless pelisses or short gowns.

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Romantic Blouse Pattern

My Romantic Blouse pattern is meant to go with the jumper you can make from the Romantic Era Dress pattern, but it is also versatile enough to use for other eras, including the 1940s and 1950s!

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Ladies' 1780s Portrait Dress Pattern

When I created the Girls’ 1780s Portrait Dress pattern, I knew I’d want to follow up with a women’s version. The construction of the dresses offered in this pattern comes from the study of dozens of portraits, plus scrutiny of extant gowns for women from this time period, but I've stuck with conventional machine techniques in the instructions to allow for ease of sewing.

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1940s "Swing" Dress Pattern

Here is my 1940s “Swing” Dress Pattern, inspired by an original Hollywood design, circa 1942. The design comes from the WWII days of fabric rationing, which meant narrower skirts and more tailored lines. If you like "Peggy Carter" style, this is the pattern for you!

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