After receiving dozens of customer requests over the years for patterns in PDF format, I’ve begun digitizing and will eventually have all of the patterns available for instant download. You can see photographs and read the details for each pattern listed below on its era’s page.
For those who’ve never used an ePattern and wonder what advantages there are to this new format, here are a few to whet your appetite:
* You get your pattern instantly. There is no wait for it to be shipped. So if you’re in a hurry or have a pressing project, you’ll have your pattern within a matter of minutes. * You can never lose a pattern piece. If you misplace a sleeve, you can just print out a new one from your PDF. * Because ePatterns are PDFs, they are scalable. You can tell Adobe Reader to print them to any percentage you like. If you want to scale an adult pattern down for a fashion doll, for instance, then you will print it at 1/8th scale (12.5%). [Do note that you cannot scale adult patterns down for little girls, as little girls are proportioned differently.] * Because I don’t have to print or stock ePatterns, I can sell them at a dramatic discount, saving you money. Your purchase price covers the cost of my secure, encrypted server for the downloads and my special shopping cart service. Big savings! So, are there any drawbacks to ePatterns? Sounds too good to be true!
Yes, there are downsides to ePatterns, which is why I will continue to sell paper patterns!
Here we go:
* You have to print out the patterns yourself at home (or at a print shop if you don’t have a printer), and you have to be very careful to make sure the pages print correctly (I’ve got detailed instructions in the ePatterns to help you through this). * You have to tape together 25-35 sheets of paper to create a full pattern sheet, which is time-consuming and a bit on the tedious side, as it’s important to make sure all lines match up properly. If your printer misfeeds even slightly, you end up with skewed lines. This is definitely a patience-building exercise! If you’re willing to put up with the extra work, then ePatterns are for you. If you prefer to have a full sheet from the get-go, then buy the paper pattern!
I do not recommend ePatterns for beginners for these reasons. Far better to have all the pieces in hand to start if you’re new to sewing or to historical patterns.
If you’d like to watch my video tutorials on how to put together an ePattern, click HERE to download the instructions with video links!
Scroll down to see the new demi-ePatterns for 1/2-scale mannequins!
Regency Gown ePattern
Includes sizes 6-18
$7.95Add 18-26DD eSupplement to Cart:
$1.95Add Regency Gown Neckline eSupplement to Cart:
$1.95
The Elegant Lady’s Closet ePattern
Includes sizes 6-26
$7.95
Regency Reticules and Embroidery ePatternThe Elegant Lady’s Closet Pattern above includes bonus patterns for two reticule purses and embroidery motifs appropriate for gowns and accessories. For those who’d like to purchase the reticule and embroidery patterns separately, I’ve created this mini ePattern. You don’t need this ePattern if you’ve already bought the Elegant Lady’s Closet.
A beautiful embroidered reticule one of my customers created from this pattern!
$1.95
Regency Underthings ePattern
Includes sizes 6-26
$7.95
Regency Spencer & Pelisse ePattern
Includes sizes 6-26DD
$7.95
Girls’ Regency Dress ePattern
Includes sizes 1-10
$7.95
Girls’ Regency Spencer & Pelisse ePattern
Includes sizes 1-10
$7.95
Girls’ Pinafore and Pantaloons ePattern
Includes sizes 1-10
$7.95
Romantic Era Dress ePattern
$7.95
Romantic Blouse ePattern
Includes sizes XS-XL
$7.95
Girls’ Romantic Dress ePattern
$7.95
Edwardian Apron ePattern
Includes sizes 6-18
$7.95
Girls’ Edwardian Apron ePattern
Includes sizes 2-14
$7.95
1909 “Beatrix” Jacket ePattern
Includes sizes 8-18
$7.95
1909 “Beatrix” Shirtwaist ePattern
Includes sizes 6-26
$7.95
1909 “Beatrix” Skirt ePattern
Includes sizes 6-26
$7.95
Edwardian Walking Jacket ePattern
Includes sizes 6-20
$7.95
1910s Tea Gown ePattern
Includes sizes 6-18
$7.95Add 18-26DD eSupplement to Cart:
$1.95
1914 Afternoon Dress ePattern
$7.95
Girls’ 1914 Dress ePattern
Includes sizes 1-10
$7.95
1940s “Swing” Dress ePattern
Includes sizes 8-26
$7.95
Demi-ePatterns for 1/2-Scale Mannequins!I am scaling down my ladies’ ePatterns to fit the lovely half-scale display mannequins available from Truly Victorian! The scaled down ladies’ size 12 is a perfect fit for the dressform, and sewing up miniature garments for display is really enjoyable! I now have all the Regency Era ePatterns available in this new format. I’ll be working my way through the rest of the eras as time permits, so check back!
Elegant Lady’s Closet Demi ePattern
Drawstring dress option is shown here. Photos of the crossover gown below
$2.95Regency Underthings Demi ePattern
$2.95Regency Spencer/Pelisse Demi ePattern
$2.95Regency Gown Demi ePattern
$2.95
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August 30th, 2009 at 5:46 am
[...] completed sewing project. My 1909 ‘Beatrix’ Walking Jacket, made from a pattern found HERE at Sense & Sensibility (gosh, I do so love their patterns!). I have long wanted to make a [...]
September 8th, 2009 at 9:49 am
[...] The pattern that I’ve used for this one is, of course, from Sense & Sensibility.The Elegant Lady’s Closet pattern. [...]