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Men's Patterns

We offer several companies' patterns. They generally come in various sizes.

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Shirts

Kannik's Korner Shirt 1750-1800

Man's pullover shirt with shoulder reinforcement panels, neck and underarm gussets, to be made plain for the common man or fancy with chest and wrist ruffles for the gentleman. In The Providence Gazette of 1771, "RUN away . . .  an Englishman . . .  Had on . . .  a Check Shirt, with white Wristbands".

This pattern calls for between 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 yds. but we feel about 2 1/3 yards is enough for one shirt or 4 yards for two shirts. Shirts may be made of off white linen shirting, 5.5 oz.. For poorer impressions unbleached linen, 6.5 oz or for a warm winter shirt white wool flannel. Three or (more commonly) four thread shirt buttons may be used. Many origianl shirts had two thread shirt buttons at the collar and removeable sleeve buttons at the wrist band. Some argue for cloth covered buttons. For hand sewing the shirt use 35/2 linen thread to match.

For officer's and gentlemen's shirts try the very fine and tightly woven linen shirting, 5.75 oz. with very fine 2.8 oz. linen bosom ruffles.

Includes all sizes XS-XXXL

$12.00

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Kannik's Korner KK-4101 Man's Shirt 1750-1800 pattern for French and Indian, 1770s, and American Revolution historic reenactors and museum interpreters.
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Kannik's Korener Man's Shirt 1790 - 1830 KK 4102. Federalist, Lewis and Clark, Napoleonic, and War of 1812 reenactors and historic museum interpreters would use a shirt like this.

Kannik's Korner Shirt 1790-1830

Man's pullover shirt with shoulder reinforcement panels, neck and underarm gussets, to be made plain for the common man or fancy with chest ruffles for the gentleman. This pattern will make a shirt that is identical to this extant shirt at the National Maritime Museum. In The Providence Gazette of 1795, "RAN AWAY . . .  an indented Servant . . .  had on, and carried with him . . .  2 striped blue and white [wool] Flannel Shirts, and 1 white Tow and Linen Shirt".

This pattern calls for between 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 yds. but we feel about 2 1/3 yards is enough for one shirt or 4 yards for two shirts. Shirts may be made of off white linen shirting, 5.5 oz.. For poorer impressions unbleached linen, 6.5 oz or for a warm winter shirt white wool flannel. Three or (more commonly) four thread shirt buttons may be used. Many origianl shirts had two thread shirt buttons at the collar and removeable sleeve buttons at the wrist band. Some argue for cloth covered buttons. For hand sewing the shirt use 35/2 linen thread or finer 60/2 linen thread to match.

For officer's and gentlemen's shirts try the very fine and tightly woven linen shirting, 5.75 oz. with very fine 2.8 oz. linen bosom ruffles.

Includes all sizes XS-XXXL

$12.00

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La Fleur de Lyse 18th Century French Style Man's Shirt

This very well documented pattern comes complete with clear illustrations and instructions to make thread buttons with options for ruffles on the sleeves and bosom slit. Also included are instructions and illustrations to make a French workman's cap and each of the three types of neck cloths no man should go without - stock, cravat and handkerchief. Fits all neck sizes 14 1/2" to 17 1/2".

This pattern calls for between 3 1/4 to 3 3/4 yds. but we feel about 2 1/3 yards is enough for one shirt or 4 yards for two shirts. Shirts may be made of off white linen shirting, 5.5 oz.. For poorer impressions unbleached linen, 6.5 oz or for a warm winter shirt white wool flannel. This pattern specifically calls for two thread shirt buttons at the collar and removeable sleeve buttons at the wrist band. For hand sewing the shirt use 35/2 linen thread or finer 60/2 linen thread to match.

For officer's and gentlemen's shirts try the very fine and tightly woven linen shirting, 5.75 oz. with very fine 2.8 oz. linen bosom ruffles. This very fine 2.8 oz. linen is also what is used to make neck, handkerchiefs, cloths, and stocks.

$21.95

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La Fleur de Lyse 18th century French Style Man's Shirt  is probably the best pattern for nautical pirate shirts, mid 18th century, and French and Indian historic reenactors and museum interpreters.
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Kannik's Korner Man's Accessories Common Items used by men of all Classes c. 1740-1830 pattern KK 4001 for mid to late 18th century and early 19th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, Federalist, early republic, and Lewis and Clark era historic reenactors and museum interpreters.

Kannik's Korner Man's Accessories

A mid to late 18th century working man's mittens, cap, apron, neck stock, and balaclava. Suitable for 1740s to 1830s. In The Virginia Gazette of 1775, "RUN away . . .  a convict servant man . . .  He took with him . . .  a stock, and brass stock buckle".

$12.00

A buckle for your stock.

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Kannik's Korner
Men's (and Women's) Stockings, Women's Pockets, and Mitts

A full scale, multi-size, pattern for constructed stockings for men or women, with instructions for custom fitting. Can be made of knitted cloth, or of linen cut on the bias (good for 17th, 18th, early 19th century). Five pocket styles, including three mid-18th century (English, Scotch, & Italian), and two second half 18th century from America. Also includes a pattern for women's common linen mitts, cut on the bias (one size).

Includes stocking sizes S-M-L-XL-2X-3X Pattern

$10.00

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Kannik's Korner Stockings, Pockets, and Mitts KK 6001 works well for mid to late 18th century historic reenactor's and museum interpreter's clthoing.
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Country Wives Men's Caps 1813 to 1855 pattern for War of 1812 to 1830s and pre American Civil War historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.

Country Wives
Men's Caps 1813 to 1855

Full size patterns for several workmen's caps ranging in date from 1813 to 1850. The military cap was not regulation but they are seen in visual records. This pattern includes documentation, choice of fabrics, hints and illustrated directions.

$15.00

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Breeches and Trousers

JP Ryan Breeches

Men's fall front breeches, with front pockets, optional waistband watch pocket and tabs for knee buckles. These breeches have a fit for the third quarter of the 18th century, with a short rise, fitting the torso lower in the front than in the back. In The Providence Gazette of 1772, "RAN away . . .  a bound Servant . . .  had on, and took with him . . .  Woollen Breeches of a grey Colour, mended some".

To make this pattern you will need about 2 yards of twill linen (ticken, Russia drill, and jean work well), tightly woven linen, or medium weight wool, 15 5/8" buttons or button molds, 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread, 18th century breeches buckles, and one roll 1/4" cotton twill or 1/2 yard linen tape.

To fit waist sizes 30-32; 34-36; 38-40; 42-44; 46-48.

$18.00

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JP Ryan Breeches pattern for mid to late 18th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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Mill Farm Man's Breeches

Men's fall front breeches, with front pockets. This pattern has descriptions for optional waistband watch pocket, making the knee length breeches into trousers, a slight variation to make them military, and tabs for knee buckles. These breeches have a fit for 1770 to 1800, with a short rise, fitting the torso lower in the front than in the back. In The Providence Gazette of 1777, "Deserted from my Company of Artillery, in Col. Elliot's Regiment . . .  an Irishman . . .  Had on . . .  Sky blue Broadcloth Breeches."

To make this pattern you will need about 2 yards of twill linen (ticken, Russia drill, and jean work well), tightly woven linen, or medium weight wool, one yard light weight linen for a lining, 7 3/4" buttons or button molds, 10 5/8" buttons or button molds, 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread, and one roll 1/4" cotton twill or 1/2 yard linen tape. Most extant breeches, runaway descriptions, and period artwork show buckles at the knee bands. For this option 18th century breeches buckles, will be required.

To fit waist sizes 28-30; 32-34; 36-38.

$10.00

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Mill Farm Man's Breeches pattern for late 18th century, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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Kannik's Korner Man's Outer Breeches, slops or sailor's trousers pattern KK 4304 for mid to late 18th century and early 19th century nautical and pirate historic reenactors and museum interpreters.

Kannik's Korner Outer Breeches

Men's outer breeches or 'slops'. These naval style trousers have a mid-18th century fit, with a short rise, fitting the torso lower in the front than in the back.

To make these you will need between 1 5/8 to 2 3/4 yards of 11 or 13 oz. Russia sheeting, 6.5 oz. unbleached linen, indigo stripe or similar heavy linen fabric, off white or unbleached 35/2 linen thread 1/4" cotton twill tape, and one or two 1" buttons or button molds.

Pattern for all waist sizes 32"-52"

$14.00

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Kannik's Korner Man's Trousers High-Waisted 1790-1810 new

This is the first good pattern for fall front straight trousers currently available and was worn by common working men and some gentlemen. The waist was rising at the end of the 18th century to just above the natural waist (above the hip bones). Included are directions for making closer fitted legs, variations in fall binders, optional watch pocket, directions for braces (suspenders), and fitting for those of us with bellies. In The Providence Gazette of 1796, "RAN AWAY . . .  an Apprentice BOY . . .  19 Years of Age . . .  had on and carried with him . . .  two pair of Towcloth Trowsers".

To make these you will need between 2 3/8 to 3 7/8 yards of 11 or 13 oz. Russia sheeting, 6.5 oz. unbleached linen, jean, wool, or linsey woolsey. For a lining you will need 2/3 to 3/4 yards linen. Notions required are 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread in a natural or to match the fabric, 1/4" cotton twill tape, 5 7/8" button molds and 4 3/4" button molds.

To make braces 2 to 3 yards of 1 1/4" wide belting (please ask us for this), 1/4 yard of 6.5 oz. unbleached linen, 4 3/4" or 7/8" buttons or button molds and 2 brass or iron suspender buckles

Please specify size 28"-42" or 42"-52"

$14.00

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Kannik's Korner Man's Trousers High-Waisted 1790-1810 pattern KK 4303 for late 18th century, early republic and fedrilist historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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Coats, Jackets, and Regimentals

JP Ryan Waistcoat pattern for mid to late 18th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.

JP Ryan Waistcoat

This late 1740s to early 1780s waistcoat may be made in long or short versions, with or without sleeves, with three different center front lines, depending on period and personal preference. In The Virginia Gazette of 1775, "RAN away . . .  two English convict servant men . . .  [one of them] born in Cambridgeshire . . .  had on a . . .  brown cloth jacket, with sleeves".

Fabric requirements vary greatly but generally are about 1 1/4 yard for the front (add a yard if you are adding sleeves. Either linen or wool may be used), 1 yard for the back (often waistcoats had a cheaper back fabric such as 6.5 oz. unbleached linen), 2 yards for a lining (again add a yard to line sleeves oatmeal handkerchief linen 3.7 oz. works well) and one yard interfacing (try 11 oz. Russia sheeting). Notions required are about 20 5/8 to 1" buttons or button molds and 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread for hand sewing.

Please specify chest size 40-48, with one size per pattern.

$18.00

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Kannik's Korner Double Breasted Short Jacket

This mid to late 18th century workman's jacket with sleeves includes three sleeve style variations.

Choose 2 3/8 yards of a twill linen, tightly woven linen, or wool for the body. You will need 2 3/8 yards for a lining such as oatmeal 3.7 oz. linen or for extra warmth wool flannel. You will also need about a half yard of interfacing such as 11 oz. Russia sheeting. For notions 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread, 8 to 10 yards of 1/4" linen tape, 16 7/8" button molds, and between 4 to 8 3/4" button molds for the sleeves will be needed.

Pattern includes sizes 38" to 50"

$16.00

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Kannik's Korner Double Breasted Short Jacket pattern KK 4551 for mid to late 18th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpreters. This is a good pattern for nautical and late pirate impressions.
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Mill Farm Banyan and Cap pattern for mid to late 18th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.

Mill Farm Banyan and Cap

Worn at home by middling to gentry as loungewear and even when greeting guests of lower status and sometimes out-doors from 1750 to 1800 and possibly later. Chest sizes 34 to 44 in one package.

Choose 4 yards of a cotton print or heavy silk fabric, and an optional 4 yards oatmeal 3.7 oz. linen or light weight China silk for a lining and 1/2 yard of 11 oz. Russia sheeting for interfacing. For notions 50/3 linen thread, and 6 7/8" buttons or button molds or 4 pair of frogs.

$18.00

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Mill Farm Greatcoat Pattern

Extra warmth for the gentleman is added with a choice of collars and capes providing variations appropriate for 1750 to 1800 in this greatcoat pattern.

To make this greatcoat you will need 5 yards of heavy weight wool, nine 1" buttons. 1/2 yard interfacing (try our 11 oz. Russia sheeting), and 50/3 linen thread.

Available in one size only, up to size 44.

$18.00

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Mill Farm Greatcoat pattern for mid to late 18th century, French and Indian war, American Revolution, and early republic historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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JP Ryan 1750's Coat pattern for mid 18th century and French and Indian war historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.

JP Ryan 1750s Coat with Military Variations

Appropriate for either civilian or military wear, this coat has very full skirts, deep cuffs, a straighter front line and roomier sleeves than coats worn after the 1770s. The body of the coat fits close to the person with armholes set high and back to reinforce a correct, 18th century posture. Variations in lapels and cuffs are included to adapt to many regimental styles. Available in sizes 40 - 52, one size per pattern.

$24.00

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JP Ryan Frock Coat

Gentleman's coat with collar, which can be made full length or short coat style appropriate for 1770 to 1780 in this fully illustrated, instructional, full size pattern.

To make this coat between 2 7/8 to 3 3/8 yards of wool broadcloth or twill linen and about the same amount for a lining of oatmeal 3.7 oz. linen or for extra warmth wool flannel is required. Notions needed are about 1 yard 11 oz. Russia sheeting interfacing, between 12 to 26 3/4 to 1" buttons or button molds, 4 1/2 to 3/4" 5/8 to 1" buttons or button molds, and 50/3 linen thread. There is an option to bind the coat in 1/2" metallic lace or 1/2" wool tape.

Please specify chest size 40-48, with one size per pattern.

$18.00

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JP Ryan civilian Frock Coat pattern for Revolutionary War historic reenactors and museum interpreters.
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La Fleur de Lyse French Soldier's Small Clothes pattern for mid 18th century and French and Indian war historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.

French Soldier's Small Clothes
ca. 1750
Also good for civilians

NFM 1750 Pattern content:

  • Military Cap
  • Waistcoat
  • Breeches
  • Underpants

Included in this pattern are chest sizes 38-46 and waist sizes 30-38.
Research & development: Suzanne Gousse & François Gousse

$32.00

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Justicorps (Military Coat)
and Capot (Canadian Hooded Coat)

NFM 1755 Pattern content:

  • Coat
  • Hooded coat with large cuffs in two lengths

This pattern includes chest sizes 38-46. To see a good example of an early reproduction capot see the Deerfield Museum's exhibit.

Research & development: Suzanne Gousse & François Gousse

$32.00

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La Fleur de Lyse Justicorps, and Capot pattern for mid 18th century and French and Indian war historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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1730s to early 1740s Frock Coat

This is the first pattern produced specifically for the early 18th century with the curved front and full skirts. Suggestions are provided for embellishing the coat. Full size paper pattern, detailed separate instructions for either machine or period hand sewing, and historical notes are all provided.

We are discontinuing this pattern line and are now offering this pattern at wholesale price. Only one is left. We also have a copy of Kass' Common Man's or Sailor's Jacket we will offer at the same price.

To make this coat between 3 to 5 yards of wool broadcloth (the pattern calls for 5 yards but Kass' website calls for 3 yards. Three yards should be plenty.), the same amount for an optional lining of oatmeal 3.7 oz. linen or light weight China silk and 1 yard of 11 oz. Russia sheeting interfacing is required. Notions needed are between 35 to 50 5/8 buttons or button molds, 35/2 or 50/3 linen thread, optional wool felt padding for shoulders and skirts, and optional binding in 1/2" metallic lace or 1/2" wool tape. This pattern specifically suggests passementerie (thread covered) buttons of which directions for one type may be found in "Death Head" buttons their use and construction.

This pattern includes chest sizes 34-54.

$25.00 $12.50

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Reconstructing History 1740s frock coat pattern for early to mid 18th century and early French and Indian war historic reenactors and museum interpretrs.
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Past Patterns 1804 U.S. Army Issue Artillery Coat for early 19th century hisotric reenactors and museum interpreters.

Past Patterns 1804 U.S. Army Issue Artillery Coat

This shell pattern may be used for military patterns circa 1796-1809. This includes patterns for the Lewis and Clark bicentennial celebrations. The pattern is based on U.S. Army correspondence between 1803-1805 from the National Archives as well as garments and drafting systems.

The pattern contains historical notes by Robert G. Stone describing the 1804 artillery coat as well as how to adapt the pattern for use in making a Lewis and Clark private's coat.

The pattern also contains illustrated instructions for hand stitches that are typical of early 19th century tailoring. Saundra Ros Altman has written and illustrated the sewing and fitting instructions.

This pattern is available in army issue sizes 1 [35], 2 [37] and 3 [39] and modern sizes 4 [41], 5 [43], 6 [45], 7 [47], 8 [49], 9 [50], 10 [52], 11 [54], and 12 [56]. Of 54 inch wool cloth: Sizes 1 through 3 require 2 yds.; 4 through 6 require 2-1/4 yds.; 7 and 8 require 2-3/4 yds.; 9 through 12 require 3-1/8 yds.

$30.00

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Past Patterns Napoleonic Era British Foot Soldier's Jacket circa 1806-1820

This pattern is drafted. That means that it was created using early 19th century pattern drafting systems, the specifications from the British military archives and original issue uniforms. It has the small back and deep set sleeves typical of British military uniforms for the years 1806 to 1820.

The pattern contains templates for placing the looping on the jacket left and right sides, the cuffs, and wings. In addition to construction instructions the Sewing Guide contains instructions for Hand Stitches and How to Create the Five looping shapes. Saundra Ros Altman has written and illustrated the sewing and fitting instructions. James Kochan and Henry Cooke IV edited the text and Looping Shapes section.

This pattern is available in army issue sizes 1 [36], 2 [38], 3 [40], 4[42] and modern sizes 5 [44], 6 [46]. Of 54 inch wool cloth the jacket: Sizes 1 and 2 require 1-2/3 yds.; 3 requires 1-3/4 yds.; 4 and 5 require 1-7/8 yds.; 6 requires 2 yds.

$30.00

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Past Patterns Napoleonic Era British Foot Soldier's Jacket circa 1806-1820 for early 19th century hisotric reenactors and museum interpreters.

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