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This Edwardian Apron Pattern was inspired by a beautiful circa 1910-1912 pattern in my own collection. I traced the original pieces, adding more sizes and back ties for a nicer fit. (Click on the image at right see the cover art.)
I made the Edwardian apron. I had some light blue cotton sheeting from a quilt I'd done, so I tried it in that. I made the binding out of a matching print calico. I took 4 and a half inches off the length and shortened the waist by an inch. It turned out nice. I wore it all day today. My dh said "you're looking really good lately." Hmmm, nice to hear for a man of few words. My Mom saw it on me and said it looks very feminine and that I look as if I should be in a French kitchen. Not sure what that means, but it sounds good to me! ~ Caroline B. | 
Click for larger images. (Photos copyright A Thousand Words and Perrin Cottage Studios, respectively.)
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Click for larger images. Miss Franklin models a dress with sheer overlay made from her winning pattern design. | This is the winning pattern from the first Young Designers' Contest! Miss Rachel Franklin took her inspiration from an original ca. 1909 gown, creating a versatile pattern that can be used for a variety of occasions. The dress can be made up in everyday fabrics like linen or cotton, or you might opt for a luscious evening gown of velvet. Finally, you can use a sheer overlay to create an ethereal version fit for tea!
Click for larger images. (Photos copyright 2005 Perrin Cottage Studios.) |
Drafted from an original circa 1908 jacket, this is my Edwardian Walking Jacket pattern. It pairs beautifully with the Beatrix Skirt pattern and can be dressed up or down for any occasion. Flattering princess lines create a wonderfully feminine shape.
Click for larger images. (Photos copyright A Thousand Words and Perrin Cottage Studios.)
"I just wanted to let you know how WONDERFUL I think your pattern for the Edwardian Walking Jacket is. This pattern was well worth the wait! When I first got it and read the instructions I thought "What have I gotten myself into??!!??" because I had never sewn anything that advanced. However, I just followed your instructions step by step and it came out PERFECTLY... with much less stress than I thought! It really paid off to do the extra fitting.. I LOVE it!! Thank you for all your time and effort developing such a fantastic pattern!" ~ Valarie A. | 
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 A charming model in the shirtwaist made with long, cuffed sleeves and a net inset at the neckline. | After years of customer requests, I created this pattern to go with my "Beatrix" Skirt and Jacket. Now you'll be able to create a complete outfit--even a jaunty riding habit!--from this trio of patterns, all inspired by 1909 originals. |
"Your 'Beatrix' Shirtwaist pattern works together so wonderfully. I had absolutely no problems sewing with it. I have sewn two already and am planning on a third!
I would highly recommend this pattern to anyone! Thank you so much for taking the time to develop this pattern!" ~ Ashley P.
Created from an original 1909 May Manton pattern, this is my nine-gore "Beatrix" Walking Skirt pattern. This pattern can be used with the Edwardian Walking Jacket or with the "Beatrix" Jacket pattern (see below). Both this skirt and the jacket were inspired by the example of Beatrix Potter, who managed a large farm, took care of animals, sketched, and watercolored -- all while wearing sturdy tweed skirts and tailored jackets!
Click for larger images. Photos of the walking skirt with trained back and optional high belt.
Click for larger images. Photos of the walking skirt with plain back. | 
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| This tailored jacket pattern was inspired by the styles of the late Edwardian era -- and by Beatrix Potter, who wore sturdy walking skirts and fitted jackets while working and sketching around her farm in England. (For more samples, click HERE.)
Click for larger images. (Photos copyright 2005 A Thousand Words Photography.) Double-breasted jacket with a pleated-back skirt. |
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