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A Federal enlisted frock coat pattern based on Devere’s drafts and the 1859 military regulations, generated to your measurements as a printable PDF.
Pattern
Pleated-front civilian dress shirt pattern, based on an original draft by Devere.
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Access all current and future historical patterns based on original period drafts, generate printable PDFs to your measurements, and create garments for personal use; construction instructions are not included.
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This single-breasted waistcoat features an elegant shawl collar and is based on an original draft from Louis Devere’s The Handbook of Practical Cutting on the Centre Point System, published in 1866. With its sweeping collar, fitted silhouette, and distinctly mid-Victorian character, the design is well suited to both civilian daywear and more formal 1860s ensembles.
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A classic nightcap to keep the cold at bay at night.
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A waistcoat block based on Devere's 1866 manual, designed for fitting, pattern development, and experimenting with different waistcoat styles. As a foundational block, it is intended to be adapted before use and is not suitable for constructing a finished garment as drafted.
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Basic plain cut trousers with straight legs.
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A beautiful linen paletot perfect for the hot summer months. Fits chest sizes 34 - 50 and waist sizes 32 - 48.
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A boy's jacket as found in Devere's 1866 manual. Features a cut away rounded front, and a slight flare at the waist. It's recommended to size up an inch or two to account for rapid growth.
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