WOMEN'S WESTERN PATTERNS

A polonaise is a Polish word for a dress with a tight bodice and a short skirt divided in front and looped, or drawn back, over a longer skirt. The polonaise was worn in the 1870's and 80's but was actually a revival of a late 1700's style worn in Europe and was the national costume of Poland. The Polonaise can be made in calico for a casual look or in silk or taffeta for a more formal appearance. The pattern includes the Polonaise, skirt and bustle in all sizes from 6 to 24.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Very soft, light weight fabrics. Cotton: Batiste, Broadcloth, Calico, Challis, Dotted Swiss, Gingham, Lawn, Madras, Polished Cotton. Silk: Charmeuse, China Silk, Crepe de Chine, Fuji Silk, Habotai, Jacquard, Pongee, Surah, Shantang. Lightweight Rayon. Lining and Bustle: Cotton Broadcloth, Muslin, Batiste.

Notions: Thread, Lace trim: flat lace with 1 straight edge, 1-1/2-2" wide: 5 yards. For V-neck version, add 1 yard. Interfacing: 2 pieces 1 x 28" wide. Heavy carpet thread for ruching. Buttons: shank type, 48 at 1/2" diameter, V-Neck version: 36 at1/2" diameter, for skirt: 1 flat 5/8" button. One small pillow bag pillow stuffing. Purchased fabric covered boning, 3 yards. Ribbon: for Polonaise, 3 yards 1/2" yard wide, and 1-1/2" yards at 1/8" wide. Ribbon for Bustle: 2" wide 3/8 yards, and waist measurement plus 24" at 3/4" wide.

Amount of Fabric to Buy:  Polonaise all sizes - 44" wide material without nap -  5-7/8 yards.  Lining all sizes - 3 3/8 yards.  Bustle all sizes - 5/8 yard.  Skirt - all sizes 7 3/8 yd.

Dainty, frilly, undergarments sometimes called Frillies by our grandmothers, were made of fine cottons and were accentuated with lace and or embroidery. Reintroducing these patterns for ladies' undergarments, Buckaroo Bobbins included embroidery patterns as an option for the front of the camisole along with versions with and without sleeves. True to the time period, the camisole, petticoat, and pantaloons give proper form and fit to our line of ladies clothing patterns. Used as corset covers at one time, today's camisoles make a cool summer top for the modern gals. This pattern includes the camisole, petticoat, and pantaloons (closed or open) in all sizes from 6-24.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Lightweight cottons: Chambray, Batiste, Broadcloth, Lawn, Viole, Calico.

Notions: Pantaloons or Petticoat: Thread, elastic waist 5/8" elastic (waist dimension plus 4"), one small 1/2" button. Drawstring waist, 2 yards 1/2" ribbon. Lace 1/2" or 3/4" wide, 8-1/4 yards. Long version pantaloons 10-1/4 yards lace. Open version pantaloons: 1 yard 1/2" ribbon. Camisole: Embroidery floss, twelve 1/2" buttons. One yard 1/4" ribbon for neckline. Drawstring waist: 2 yards 1/4-1/2" ribbon. 1-1/2 yards twill seam tape or 3/4" ribbon. Lace for neckline and armholes: 2-1/2 yards 1/2" lace. For optional sleeve version, add 1-1/4 yards lace.

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Without nap, Pantaloons Long version - 36" wide, 3-1/4 yards 4-1/4 yards.  44" wide, 2-1/4 yards 3-1/4 yards. Open version add 3/8 yard. Petticoat - 36" wide - 2-7/8 yards.  44" wide - 2-7/8 yards.   36" wide, 1-1/2 yards.  44" wide, 1-1/8 yards. Optional sleeve add 1/2 yard.

Ladies Outing Jacket. Late 1880's to late 1890's styling. In the late 1880's dark, rich colors (mahogany, rust, dark blue) were favored, giving way to the jewel tones (bordering on garish) in the later years (purples, bottle greens, royal blue, ruby, and magenta). Black was always considered correct.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Cotton, Wool, Silk, Linen,  (Rayon), Corduroy, Denim, Heavy Wool Flannel, Gabardine, Brocade, Velvet, Velveteen, Tapestries, Moire, Damask, Taffeta.

Notions:Thread, Buttons 1/2" or larger 12 for size 6, 13 for size 8 & 10, 14 for sizes 12 to 20. For split back version add 9 buttons. For long version add 11 buttons. Shoulder pads: 1 pair 1/2" thick set in type, and 1 pair extra thick Dolman type. Narrow braid or ribbon for Split back version, 6-1/4 yards. Interfacing 25" wide: Short jacket 5/8 yards, Long coat 1-7/8 yards.

Amount of Fabric to Buy:Vest, plain back, fabric with nap 44" wide - 1-7/8 yards.   Jacket, plain or split back, fabric with nap, 44" wide - 3-5/8 yards. Jacket, bustle back, fabric with nap, 44" wide - 3-7/8 yards.   Long Coat, split or bustle back, fabric with nap, 44" wide - 6-5/8 yards.

Illustrating the high necked, elegant, timeless style of the late 1880's and 1890's, these blouses are still quite an addition to any contemporary wardrobe. Over decoration was a sign of status and wealth during the Victorian age, and too much lace trim was considered to be not enough. Buckarro Bobbins pattern package includes easy-to-follow, illustrated instructions for optional crochet lace trim along with five different styles and all sizes from 8 to 20.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Fine soft fabrics: Cottons, Soft Linen, Rayon or Silk, Chambray, Chintz, Gauze, Dotted Swiss, Voile, Lawn, Broadcloth, Calico, Crepe, Damask, Eyelet, Sheeting, Laundered Silk, Batiste, Muslin.

Notions:Calamity Jane: 11 1/2" buttons, 3 yards of 1" gathered lace, ribbon casing 1-3/8 yards 1/2" wide ribbon. -  Annie Oakley: 21 1/2" buttons, 1-5/8 yards of 1" gathered lace, & 1-3/4 yard of 1" flat lace, 3/8 yards of interfacing. -  Mattie Silk: 11 1/2" buttons, 1-5/8 yards of 1" gathered lace and 4-1/8 yards of flat lace. -  Ella Watson: 11 1/2" buttons, 5/8 yards of 1" gathered lace, 1-3/8 yards of 1" flat lace, or optional crochet, one ball of fine cotton crochet thread, embroidery floss. -  Etta Place: 15 1/2" buttons, 1-3/8 yards of 1" gathered lace, 6-1/4 yards of 1" flat lace, 1/8 yard of interlacing.

Amount of Fabric to Buy: 44" fabric without nap - Calamity Jane -  44" wide 2-1/2 yards.   lblStyleDesc497"> Annie Oakley - 44" wide 2-3/4 yards.  Mattie Silks - 44" wide 2-5/8 yards.  Ella Watson - 44" wide 2-1/4 yards.   Etta Place - 44" wide 2-7/8 yards.

Propriety during the Victorian age demanded women  never to be seen in anything other than dresses which were long enough to cover the ankle. The Cowgirls of the Old West came up with a transitional skirt/pants outfit which was safer and more practical than skirts. Because sitting astride a saddle was considered by some to be unladylike, this ingenious skirt was made with a removable front panel for a skirt effect when not riding.  The Wyoming ranch Skirt is designed to be sewn in either of two lengths, and each pattern package contains complete instructions for the skirt and vest. All sizes from a 22" to a 38" waist. It also includes instructions for sewing with leather.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Medium to heavyweight fabric. Cottons: Denim, Corduroy, Twill, Canvas, Poplin, Linen, Wool. Lightweight to medium weight leather or suede, no more than 3 oz. weight.

Notions: Thread, Buttons 3/4" diameter: midcalf use 22, Ankle length use 24. Fabric skirt, Interfacing 18-25" wide: Midcalf length 1 yard, 1-1/4 yards.

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Skirt Ankle Length - fabric without nap Size XS-L Size XL-3XL  44-45" wide - 4-1/2 yards 3-5/8 yards .  Vest - fabric without nap, all sizes.  Outer fabric - 44" wide 1 1/8 yard.   Lining -  44" wide 1 1/8 yard. 

Mantelet - Short Cape, One size fits all. These types of short capes were common from the 1830's on, but reached their height of popularity in the 1890's. Huge sleeves made jackets an impossible fashion. Women wore multiple layers of pantaloons and petticoats under their skirts, but the close silhouette above the waist allowed only camisole, corset, and corset cover. The ladies were cold above the waist, thus the short capes.

Notions: Thread, 5 Medium sized hook & Eyes, 7" elastic (3/8" wide).  LACE TRIMMED CAPE: 16 1/2 yards of Heavy Lace or Gimp Type Trimming: Each edge of lace must be decorative, a symmetrical design will work best. THREE TIERED CAPE: 13 1/2 yards of heavy lace or Gimp Type Trimming.

Amount of Fabric to Buy:  Velvet Trim - 5/8"  YD 60" Wide  -- Body Of Cape - 1 YD 60" Wide  -- Lower Ruffle - 2 1/4 YD 60" Wide  Lining - 1 YD 60" Wide   --  Underlining - 1 YD +60" Wide.

Once in a while it is only right that we set our worldly cares aside, kick up our heels and celebrate life. Feminine, flattering emphasizing puffed sleeves, fitted bodice, and a full gathered skirt, this dress is a classic you'll love to wear. The Hoedown Dress includes al sizes from 31 1/2 bust to 42" bust.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Lightweight, soft drapeable fabrics: Chambray, Broadcloth, Muslin, Calico, Batiste, Silk or Rayon.

Notions: Thread, 45-1/2" Buttons or Western Pearl Snaps

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Without Nap - 8 12 yards - 44" wide, all sizes.  Interface: 2 yards 18" wide all sizes.

In the mid 1800's, the idea of a separate skirt and blouse (also called a bodice or waist) was introduced. The common approach was "two waists to every skirt". lending variety to a limited wardrobe. At first the skirts were 126" around. By the Civil War they were 190" around, but after that they reached the immense circumference of 250" and over! Buckaroo Bobbins skirt runs from 220" to 265". These skirts were always worn over multiple pantaloons and petticoats.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Light or medium weight fabrics. Cotton, wool, or linen: calico, poplin, homespun, flannel, chambray, muslin, gingham, chintz, percale, and broadcloth.

Notions: Thread, 2 Buttons 5/8" or larger, interfacing 1 1/2" x waist measurement plus 6"

Amount of Fabric to Buy: With Nap - Sizes 4-12  - 44" wide 7 5/8 yards  -- Size 14 & up - 44" wide  9 3/8 yards.

Traditionally associated with Navajo women, we can trace the origins of this skirt and blouse to the forced resettlement of the Navajos to the Bosque Redondo reservation near Fort Summer, New Mexico in the 1860's. Introduced to the white man's fashions by the wives and daughters of the soldiers, they were given hand-me-downs to replace their worn out clothing. The Navajo women reproduced these clothes creating their own style using the velvets, calico, buttons made from coin and their own silver jewelry. Reintroduced by Buckaroo Bobbins who offers a skirt and two blouses in one pattern package, the pattern also contains all sizes from 30 1/2" but to a 42" bust.

Suggested Fabrics to Use: Calico, Chambray, Lightweight Denim or rayon Velvet-prepleated.

Notions: Thread, 5/8" elastic, your waist measurement plus 4"

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Bromstick Skirt (with nap sizes to large) regular length - 44" wide 2 7/8 yard.

Sunbonnets like these were worn from the 1800's through the 1920's. This pattern is drawn in two sizes. Children and Adult

Suggested Fabrics To Use: Cotton, linen, lightweight denim, chambray, calico, broadcloth, chintz, gingham, poplin, twill and homespun.

Notions: Thread, one yard 1/4" wide ribbon, 1/4 yard medium to heavy interfacing ( 25 inches wide) OR cardboard (the back of a legal pad of paper is exactly the type of cardboard they used, calling it pasteboard) Adult size: 20" x 8". Child size: 18" x 8".

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Adult size: 44" to 60" wide - without nap - 5/8 yard.  Children's size:  44" to 60" wide - without nap - 1/2 yard.

Suggested Fabrics To Use: Easily gathered, soft fabrics, Velvet, Bengaline, Silks, Satin, Rayon, Lightweight Tapestries, Taffeta.

Notions: 4 yards of ribbon (1/2" wide) or cord for the draw strings.

Amount of Fabric to Buy: Outer fabric 44" wide 3/8 yard. Lining 44" wide 3/8 yard.