Period Impression patterns are extensively researched and drawn from the original patterns or clothing.  These proven patterns are produced by the same pattern maker utilized by the Kentucky State Historical Society and Military History Museum to produce patterns of garments in there collections.

They are sized for you, today's re-enactor, but have not lost the period look.  The patterns have illustrated, easy to follow instructions for the best possible results.

Clothing made from these proven patterns have won Civilian and Military competitions for men, women and children because clothing from these patterns have "the look"!

Men's and Boy's                

Boy's Button Fly Pants

PI-202S

Made long, or in knickers length, button fly.  Size 4-6

$6.95

PI-202M

Made long, or in knickers length, button fly.  Size 7-10

$6.95

PI-202L

Made long, or in knickers length, button fly.  Size 12-14

$6.95

Boy's Shirt

PI-203

This 1 button shirt is just like dad's military issue shirt.  All sizes in one envelope.

$6.95

Boy's Union Sack or Confederate Regimental Coat

PI-202M

Medium, this is just like the military coats or it may be for a civilian impression.

$6.95

PI-202L

Large, this is just like the military coats or it may be for a civilian impression.

$6.95

Boy's Shell/Frock Coat

PI-205M

Medium, military coat for the little man.  Come with instructions for adapting to a musician's impression.

$6.95

PI-205L

Large,  military coat for the little man.  Come with instructions for adapting to a musician's impression.

$6.95

Boy's Great Coat

PI-718B

Just like a mans great coat but sized for the drummer boy.  Size 12-14

$9.00

Men's Collars and Ties

PI-700

This pattern is for making the collar, shoe tie, necktie or bow tie.  Neck size 14 1/2"-18 1/2".

$4.00

Men's Sack Suit Jacket

PI-701S

Small, a civilian sack suit jacket.

$10.00

PI-701M

Medium, a civilian sack suit jacket.

$10.00

PI-701L

Large, a civilian sack suit jacket.

$10.00

1858 Frock Coat

PI-702S

Small, a frock coat for civilians impressions

$10.00

PI-702M

Medium, a frock coat for civilians impressions

$10.00

PI-702L

Large, a frock coat for civilians impressions

$10.00

Enlisted Man's Frock Coat

PI-710S

Small, the basic frock coat used by both Union and Confederates serving in Infantry and Artillery units during the Civil War.

$10.00

PI-710M

Medium, the basic frock coat used by both Union and Confederates serving in Infantry and Artillery units during the Civil War.

$10.00

PI-710L

Large, the basic frock coat used by both Union and Confederates serving in Infantry and Artillery units during the Civil War.

$10.00

PI-710X

X-large, the basic frock coat used by both Union and Confederates serving in Infantry and Artillery units during the Civil War.

$10.50

Junior Officer's Frock Coat

PI-711S

Small, a single breasted frockcoat for company officers, with skirt pockets.

$10.00

PI-711M

Medium, a single breasted frockcoat for company officers, with skirt pockets.

$10.00

PI-711L

Large, a single breasted frockcoat for company officers, with skirt pockets.

$10.00

Officer's Frock Coat

PI-712S

Small, Union or Confederate senior officer's frock, double breasted with inside left pocket and cuff options.

$10.00

PI-712M

Medium, Union or Confederate senior officer's frock, double breasted with inside left pocket and cuff options.

$10.00

PI-712L

Large, Union or Confederate senior officer's frock, double breasted with inside left pocket and cuff options.

$10.00

Zouave Jacket & Vest

PI-713S

Small, French influenced jacket closes at throat.  Includes vest for under the jacket.

$10.00

PI-713M

Medium, French influenced jacket closes at throat.  Includes vest for under the jacket.

$10.00

PI-713L

Large, French influenced jacket closes at throat.  Includes vest for under the jacket.

$10.00

Shell Jacket

PI-714S

Small, made like the frock without the skirt.  This jacket can be adapted to portray a multitude of units, both Union and Confederate.

$10.00

PI-714M

Medium, made like the frock without the skirt.  This jacket can be adapted to portray a multitude of units, both Union and Confederate.

$10.00

PI-714L

Large, made like the frock without the skirt.  This jacket can be adapted to portray a multitude of units, both Union and Confederate.

$10.00

PI-714X

X-large, made like the frock without the skirt.  This jacket can be adapted to portray a multitude of units, both Union and Confederate.

$10.00

Union Sack Coat

PI-716S

Small, basic army issue 4 button with roll collar and pocket on the left front.

$10.00

PI-716M

Medium, basic army issue 4 button with roll collar and pocket on the left front.

$10.00

PI-716L

Large, basic army issue 4 button with roll collar and pocket on the left front.

$10.00

Men's Great Coat

PI-718S

Small, this simple overcoat is a must for winter camps.  Neckline maybe difficult for some sewing machines because of multiple layers.

$10.00

PI-718M

Medium, this simple overcoat is a must for winter camps.  Neckline maybe difficult for some sewing machines because of multiple layers.

$10.00

PI-718L

Large, this simple overcoat is a must for winter camps.  Neckline maybe difficult for some sewing machines because of multiple layers.

$10.00

PI-718X

X-large, this simple overcoat is a must for winter camps.  Neckline maybe difficult for some sewing machines because of multiple layers.

$10.00

Mounted Service Jacket

PI-719S

Small, shell jacket for union cavalry, artillery mounted rifle. 12 button front.

$10.00

PI-719M

Medium, shell jacket for union cavalry, artillery mounted rifle. 12 button front.

$10.00

PI-719L

Large, shell jacket for union cavalry, artillery mounted rifle. 12 button front.

$10.00

Zouave Pants, Sash & Gaiters

PI-773S

Small, Algerian influenced trouser used by the Zouave units, includes sash and gaiters.

$10.00

PI-773M

Medium, Algerian influenced trouser used by the Zouave units, includes sash and gaiters.

$10.00

PI-773L

Large, Algerian influenced trouser used by the Zouave units, includes sash and gaiters.

$10.00

Military/Civilian Vest

PI-740S

Small, this comfortable vest may be made of wool for a military impression or sateen for civilian impression.

$9.50

PI-740M

Medium, this comfortable vest may be made of wool for a military impression or sateen for civilian impression.

$9.50

PI-740L

Large, this comfortable vest may be made of wool for a military impression or sateen for civilian impression.

$9.50

PI-740X

X-large, this comfortable vest may be made of wool for a military impression or sateen for civilian impression.

$9.50

Military Issue Shirt

PI-750

Government issue to troops.  Neck sizes 14, 15 1/2, 16, 17 1/2. in one envelope.

$8.50

PI-750X

X-large, Government issue to troops.  Neck sizes 14, 15 1/2, 16, 17 1/2. in one envelope.

$8.75

Button Front Shirt

PI-752

Button front shirt of the type most often sent to the soldier from home.  neck sizes 14, 15 1/2, 16, 17 1/2 in one envelope.

$8.50

PI-752X

X-large, Button front shirt of the type most often sent to the soldier from home.  neck sizes 14, 15 1/2, 16, 17 1/2 in one envelope.

$8.75

Dr. Walker Dress Shirt

PI-753

Shirt worn by Dr. Walker a surgeon in the Union army.  All sizes are in one envelope.

$9.50

Bibb Front Shirt

PI-754

This shirt was popular with firemen and militia men  All sizes are in one envelope.

$8.50

Band Collar Shirt

PI-755

Narrow band collar men's shirt, with 4 buttons down the front.  All sizes are in one envelope.

$8.50

Men's Work Shirt

PI-756

Late 18th and early 19th century.  All sizes are in one envelope.

$7.50

Cavalry Pants

PI-774S

These cavalry pants have reinforced inseams and seat for longer wear in the saddle. Waist size 34-36-38 Please specify waist size.

$9.50

PI-774M

These cavalry pants have reinforced inseams and seat for longer wear in the saddle.  Waist size 40-42-44 Please specify waist size.

$9.50

PI-774L

These cavalry pants have reinforced inseams and seat for longer wear in the saddle.  Waist size 46-48-50 Please specify waist size.

$9.50

Men's Pants

PI-775VS

Very small, button fly pants used for either military or civilian impressions.  Waist size 28-30-32 Please specify waist size.

$10.00

PI-775S

Small, button fly pants used for either military or civilian impressions.  Waist size 34-36-38 Please specify waist size.

$10.00

PI-775M

Medium, button fly pants used for either military or civilian impressions.  Waist size 40-42-44 Please specify waist size.

$10.00

PI-775L

Large, button fly pants used for either military or civilian impressions.  Waist size 46-48-50 Please specify waist size.

$10.00

Duster

PI-780

Multiple cape options, all sizes in one envelope.

$11.00

Men's Drawers

PI-770S

These 1860's men's drawers are a necessity under wool issued pants.  Waist size 34-36-38 Please specify waist size.

$8.50

PI-770M

These 1860's men's drawers are a necessity under wool issued pants.   Waist size 40-42-44 Please specify waist size.

$8.50

PI-770L

These 1860's men's drawers are a necessity under wool issued pants.   Waist size 46-48-50 Please specify waist size.

$8.50

1858 Forage Cap/Kepi

PI-810

Forage Cap used to replace the military shako, includes instructions for the Kepi.  Sizes 22" to 25 1/2" in on envelope.

$6.95

 

Women's and Girl's    

Day/Camp Dress

PI-450S

Small, basic dress for camp or day wear.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$11.50

PI-450M

Medium, basic dress for camp or day wear.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$11.50

PI-450L

Large, basic dress for camp or day wear.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$11.50

Ladies 1850-1860's Work Dress

PI-453S

Small, simple, unlined gathered bodice with cartridge pleated shirt. Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$9.50

PI-453M

Medium, simple, unlined gathered bodice with cartridge pleated shirt. Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$9.50

PI-453L

Large, simple, unlined gathered bodice with cartridge pleated shirt. Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$9.50

PI-453X

X-large, simple, unlined gathered bodice with cartridge pleated shirt. Size 24-26-28 Please specify size.

$9.50

1858 City Bonnet

PI-820

Good basic bonnet.  One size fits all.

$7.00

Basic Bodice

PI-406S

Small, basic bodice for use as simple camp blouse or the basis of an elaborate tea dress.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-406M

Medium, basic bodice for use as simple camp blouse or the basis of an elaborate tea dress.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-406L

Large, basic bodice for use as simple camp blouse or the basis of an elaborate tea dress.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

1860 Ball Gown Bodice

PI-407S

Small, a ball gown bodice with pointed front, straight across the back.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-407M

Medium, a ball gown bodice with pointed front, straight across the back. Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-407L

Large, a ball gown bodice with pointed front, straight across the back. Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-407X

X-large, a ball gown bodice with pointed front, straight across the back. Size 24-26-28 Please specify size.

$8.50

Ball Gown Bodice

PI-409S

Small, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-409M

Medium, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-409L

Large, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

1860 Gored Skirt

PI-601S

Small, a good basic over the hoop pattern.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-601M

Medium, a good basic over the hoop pattern  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-601L

Large, a good basic over the hoop pattern  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

Flounced Skirt

PI-602S

Small, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$9.50

PI-602M

Medium, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$9.50

PI-602L

Large, romantic off the shoulder. has a pointed front and back with lace closure.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$9.50

Cartridge Pleated Skirt

PI-604S

Small, proper for camp, day or ball gown.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-604M

Medium, proper for camp, day or ball gown.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-604L

Large, proper for camp, day or ball gown.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

1860 Light French Corset

PI-503S

Small, most comfortable corset from the period and is light enough for rising or taking exercise.   Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-503M

Medium, most comfortable corset from the period and is light enough for rising or taking exercise.  Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-503L

Large, most comfortable corset from the period and is light enough for rising or taking exercise.  Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

Overskirt

PI-603

A long or short version used to dress up plain skirt. All sizes in one envelope.

$8.50

Ladies Zouave

PI-404S

Small, a most popular look.  Slimming to the waist.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-404M

Medium, a most popular look.  Slimming to the waist. Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-404L

Large, a most popular look.  Slimming to the waist. Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-404X

X-large, a most popular look.  Slimming to the waist. Size 24-26-28 Please specify size.

$8.50

Ladies Garibaldi Bodice

PI-414S

Small, 1860's bodice to wear with Zouave jacket.  Size 6-8-10 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-414M

Medium, 1860's bodice to wear with Zouave jacket. Size 12-14-16 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-414L

Large, 1860's bodice to wear with Zouave jacket. Size 18-20-22 Please specify size.

$8.50

PI-414X

X-large, 1860's bodice to wear with Zouave jacket. Size 24-26-28 Please specify size.

$8.50

Cloak with Hood

PI-425

Simple circular mid-calf length cape with hood.  Hooks at the neck.

$8.00

 

Past Patterns    

1850's to Mid 1860's Fashionable Skirt

PP-700

The skirt can be gathered and flounced, knife pleated or box pleated.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

1850-1867 Gathered Bodice

PP-701

This bodice has many style options.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

Mid 1860's Darted Bodice

PP-702

The bodice, which is attached to the skirt, is constructed with darts in the front and a French back. The bodice of the seated lady has full pagoda sleeves trimmed with epaulets and mint green ribbon.  Under sleeve pattern included.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

1866 Ball Gown Dress

PP-704

The French seams of this design allow you to achieve the sleek sculptured look. Add-ons for this bodice, skirt PP-700, undergarments PP-706/707.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

1850-Late 1860's Garibaldi Shirt

PP-709

A dropped shoulder blouse.  Add on skirt is PP-700.  Instructions on making the ribbon tie are provided.

$9.95

1850 Fan-Fronted Bodice & Flounced Skirt

PP-800

Skirt, lined and include an in seam pocket.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

PP-801

Bodice, has the illusion of a small waist created with tucks at the shoulders which are then drawn into shirring at the center front waist.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

Victorian Bonnet

PP-802

This bonnet is copied from a bonnet worn by Caroline Moore.

$4.50

1850-1860's Pioneer Dress

PP-803

Bodice and skirt attack to the same waistband, lined and lightly boned. front closing, bodice is gathered into a drop shoulder yoke.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$10.95

Mid-19th Century Chemises

PP-002

Often decorated with initials or flowers worked in cross stitch.  Outside edges may be finished with needle weaving edging.    Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

1850-1860's Chemise, Petticoat and Drawer

PP-706

Were worn under the corset throughout the 19th century.  Generally calf length.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$10.95

PP-707

Generally 2 tubes that frequently over lapped at the front waist and either set into a waistband or drawstring.  Available in sizes 10-20. Please specify size.

$9.95

Ladies Fingerless "Silk Mitts"

CL-802

Hand crocheted, available in black, white or ivory. Please specify color.

$9.95

Ladies Parasol

CL-803

White, with small parasol top 24" diameter, has satin like polyester top.  Please specify color.

$10.00

1860 Homestead Dress

PP-711

This dress is comfortable, economic made for spring and summer.

$11.95

1830 Full High Gown

PP-003

Available in sizes 1-20.  One piece gown featuring the classic gigot sleeve.

$10.95

19th Century Gent's Drawers

PP-006

Available in waist sizes 32-42.  Feature breeches, drawers and trouser drawers. 

$9.95

2 Mid-19th Century Shirts

PP-007

Classic drop shoulder shirt with detachable collar and the fitted shirt.  Also includes cravat and instruction on how to properly fold and tie it. Available in sizes 34-50. 

$10.95

Federal Issue Trousers, Foot & Mounted

PP-710

The pattern is drafted from original Schuylkill Arsenal trousers. Sizes 32-38 in one package.  Please specify waist size.

$14.95

PP-713

The pattern is drafted from original Schuylkill Arsenal trousers. Sizes 40-54 in one package.  Please specify waist size.

$14.95

White Canvas

TT-102

Great for making your own projects. 10 oz. untreated single fill cotton duck. Comes in 59" to 60" widths, sold by the yard. A sample is available per your request. (Send a S.A.S.E) 

$2.99 yd.

Yard Goods for Uniforms (Sample of fabric is available by sending SASE and request for one.)

CL-501

Dark blue, 1/2 and full yard increments.

$19.95 yd

CL-502

Sky blue, 1/2 and full yard increments.

$19.95 yd

CL-503

Gray wool, 1/2 and full yard increments.

$19.95 yd

CL-504

Cadet gray wool, 1/2 and full yard increments.

$19.95 yd

 

Children's Sizes

Girl's Sizes

Size

4

5

6

7

8

10

12

14

Bust

23

24

25

26

27

28 1/2

30

32

Waist

21

21 1/2

22

23

23 1/2

24 1/2

25 1/2

26 1/2

Hip

24

25

26

27

28

30

32

34

Back Waist Length

9 1/2

10

10 1/2

11 1/2

12

12 3/4

13 1/2

14 1/4

Height

20

22

24

50

52

56

58 1/2

61

 

Misses Size Chart

Size

6

8

10

12

14

16

18

20

22

Bust

30 1/2

31 1/2

32 1/2

34

36

38

40

42

44

Waist

23

24

25

26 1/2

28

30

32

34

37

Hip

32 1/2

33 1/2

34 1/2

36

38

40

42

44

46

Back Waist Length

15 1/2

15 3/4

16

16 1/4

16 1/2

16 3/4

17

17 1/4

17 3/8

 

Men's Size Chart

Size

34

36

38

40

42

44

46

48

50

Chest

34

36

38

40

42

44

46

48

50

Waist

28

30

32

34

36

39

42

45

48

Hip

35

37

39

41

43

45

47

49

51

Neck

14

14 1/2

15

15 1/2

16

16 1/2

17

17 1/2

18

Sleeve

32

32

33

33

34

34

 

 

 

 

Boy's Size Chart

Size

7

8

10

12

14

Chest

26

27

28

30

32

Waist

23

24

25

26

27

Hip

27

28

29 1/2

31

32 1/2

Neck

11 3/4

12

12 1/2

13

13 1/2

Height

48

50

54

58

61

Sleeve

22 3/8

23 1/4

25

26 3/4

29

 

Period Impression Size Chart

Pattern Size

X-small

Small

Medium

Large 

X-large

Men's

28-30-32

34-36-38

40-42-44

46-48-50

52-54-56

Women's

 

6-8-10

12-14-16

18-20-22

24-26-28

Children's

 

4-5-6

7-8-10

12-14

 

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