{"title":"Historically Inspired","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"217-poets-shirt","title":"217 Poet's Shirt for Men \u0026 Women","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's and Men's SM-LG. \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis romantic shirt pattern dates from the 1820s, when such poets as Byron, Shelley, and Keats wore their collars open in defiance of conventional fashion.  French authoress George Sand took not only a man's name, but men's clothing to express her views on the equality of the sexes. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Poet's Shirt pattern dates from the 1820s and 1830s, and was worn by non-poets with the collar turned up and wrapped with a carefully tied cravat.  Boys' collars often had an added ruffle, as in View B, and were worn open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll pieces of the shirt are rectangular, except the neck facing.  Full sleeves with underarm gussets are gathered at the shoulder; the straight collar falls back from a faced front slit opening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView A\u003c\/strong\u003e has a plain collar and narrow cuffs.  \u003cstrong\u003eView B\u003c\/strong\u003e has a ruffle at the collar and front opening, and self-formed ruffle cuffs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn both views, the shoulders are lined and shaped by small neck gussets.  Optional side slits may be reinforced with small gussets.  A narrow, or wide, neck facing finishes the neck slash.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA diagram for the triangular cravat, and instructions for tying it, are included in Poet's Shirt Lore and Authentic Detailing, as well as simple openwork technique used on the collar of our original.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eLight to medium-weight, soft or crisp shirting or blouse-weight fabrics such as cotton, linen, silk, or blends, in challis, crepe, batiste, broadcloth, homespun, or satin.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEra: Regency, Victorian, 1800s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/217-poet_sshirt_yardage.pdf?16653493498282843498\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eLEARN MORE:\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLearn how to \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/how-to-size-up-and-sew-the-217-poets-shirt\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eexpand sizing of this shirt, as well as how to sew the tricky bits \u003c\/a\u003eof the shirt (neck and underarm gussets).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":54554006815030,"sku":"000230-001328","price":13.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 217 Poet-s Shirt 36in Copyshop","offer_id":54554006847798,"sku":"000230-001328-Printed-217-poet-s-shirt-36in-copyshop","price":17.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 217 Poet-s Shirt A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554006880566,"sku":"000230-001328-Printed-217-poet-s-shirt-a0-copyshop","price":21.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/7665\/1830\/files\/replic-217-poets-shirt-217_shoulder_f0b83ab4-4659-4e43-b6f9-6705414ab8b7.jpg?v=1789335944"},{"product_id":"222-vintage-vests","title":"222 Vintage Vests for Adults","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWomen's Sizes XS-3XL; Men's Sizes SM-3XL\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFolkwear offers sewing patterns for three Victorian Vests for women and two for men in this pattern. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn Victorian times, gentlemen were not considered properly dressed without a jacket, vest (or waistcoat), and tie. Indeed, even smart Victorian women donned fitted vests for street wear, with walking skirts and long jackets. Today, the vest is still an integral part of business attire and fashion for men and women. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eViews A and B are originally men's vests, now sized also for women. View C is a closely fitted women's vest. All three are fully lined; the backs are cut from lining fabric for comfort and to reduce bulk. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView A\u003c\/strong\u003e is a simple, collarless V-neck vest with four welt pockets and adjustable back waist belt. Center front is pointed at the bottom and rises to high hip length at sided and back. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView B\u003c\/strong\u003e is bias-cut for a decorative fabric treatment, featured a shawl collar, and ends above the hipbones with a shallow point in front. Like View A, a back waist belt adjusts the fit. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eView C\u003c\/strong\u003e is shorter, extending just to the waist. Four front darts fit the vest snugly to the bust. A small notched collar plunges into the double-breasted front, which closes with two rows of buttons. Traditional Bow Tie (with instructions for tying) are also included. \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium to heavyweight fabrics of cotton, silk, wool, linen, synthetics or blends with or without nap, such as brocade, velvet, corduroy, canvas, pique, velveteen, or synthetic suede. The bias cut of the shawl-collar vest is especially suitable for stripes or plaids.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/222_Vintage_Vests_yardage_chart_xs-3xl.pdf?v=1653317405\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e \u003c\/strong\u003eThe PDF pattern has instructions, and files for copy shop (36” and A0), print at home, and projector files (A4 and 8.5”x11”) in three different views, A,B, and C as well as a bow tie.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eLEARN MORE: \u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/vintage-vest-inspiration\"\u003e222 Vintage Vest Inspiration\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/make-the-222-vintage-vests-for-fall\"\u003eMake a Vest with a contrasting front facing (also how to make the welt pockets)\u003c\/a\u003e - View A.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ca target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/fit-the-222-vinatge-vest\"\u003eHow to adjust the Vest front darts for better fit - View C\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":54554006913334,"sku":"000230-001315","price":18.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 222 View A A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554007142710,"sku":"000230-001315-Printed-222-view-a-a0-copyshop","price":26.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 222 View B A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554006978870,"sku":"000230-001315-Printed-222-view-b-a0-copyshop","price":26.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 222 View C A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554007044406,"sku":"000230-001315-Printed-222-view-c-a0-copyshop","price":22.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 222 Bow Tie wide format","offer_id":54554006946102,"sku":"000230-001315-Printed-222-bow-tie-wide-format","price":22.7,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/7665\/1830\/files\/replic-222-vintage-vests-48.jpg?v=1789335946"},{"product_id":"208-kinsale-cloak-for-young-maidens","title":"208 Kinsale Cloak for Children","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePDF Version Now Available!  And on sale through July 14!\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChildren 2-12.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for playtime (and to keep your young one warm!).  This sewing pattern for the young folks of Folkwear's best-selling romantic cloak for adults (\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/products\/207-kinsale-cloak?variant=35448059534\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e#207 Kinsale Cloak\u003c\/a\u003e) is fully lined and hand gathered into a wide collar, falling in small unpressed pleats to a curved hem.  This full-length garment fastens at the neck and features a detachable, loosely-fitted hood. The hood may be worn loosely over the head or down over the shoulders as an over-cape.  The pattern includes historical lore, notes for handweavers, and instructions for finishing touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis pattern is suitable for all children.  It is perfect for dress up - think Harry Potter, witches\/wizards, magicians, etc.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLooking for the adult versions of this? Find \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/products\/207-kinsale-cloak\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e207 Kinsale Cloak here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PDF pattern has files for copy shops (A0), print at home, and projector, as well as instructions and history and detailing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics:\u003c\/strong\u003e Velvet, corduroy, denim, wool, handwoven fabrics, heavyweight silk, microfiber.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/208-kinsalecloakmdns_yardg.pdf?16653493498282843498\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLEARN MORE:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/make-a-childs-halloween-costume-using-the-208-kinsale-cloak?_pos=1\u0026amp;_sid=0af22a3a8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMake a child's Halloween costume with the 208 Kinsale Cloak\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/make-easy-fun-halloween-stuff?_pos=5\u0026amp;_sid=0af22a3a8\u0026amp;_ss=r\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eMake a fun and easy Halloween hat\u003c\/a\u003e to go with the Cloak.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":54554007634230,"sku":"000230-001307","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 208 Kinsale Cloak A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554007666998,"sku":"000230-001307-Printed-208-kinsale-cloak-a0-copyshop","price":30.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/7665\/1830\/files\/replic-208-kinsale-cloak-for-young-maidens-208.jpg?v=1789336020"},{"product_id":"207-kinsale-cloak","title":"207 Kinsale Cloak for Adults","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOne size for men and women (finished length from center back neckline to hemline is 55\/139cm).\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRural Irish Folk costume for centuries wore voluminous full-length woolen cloaks of ancient origins.  Handwoven in a straight twill tweed, these heavy cloaks took their color from the native black sheep, whose wool provides a natural water repellent.  The social changes wrought by the Potato Famine of 1846 saw a decline in the cloak's popularity; however, lined with black linen, silk, or satin, it may still be seen in West County Cork today.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Kinsale Cloak is ankle length on a 5'7 person.  Lined and hand gathered into a wide collar, it falls in small unpressed pleats to a gracefully curved hem.  The Cloak fastens at the neck with a large hook and eye. Our version offers an optional detachable hood for women that buttons to the Cloak under the collar.  It may be worn down over the shoulders as an over cape, or pulled up and fitted over the head with ties as a loosely fitted hood.  Without the hood, the Cloak still looks dashing on men as it did in centuries past.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur pattern includes fascinating historical lore, notes for hand weavers, and instructions for finishing touches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFor the children's pattern, go \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/products\/208-kinsale-cloak-for-young-maidens?variant=35448191438\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eclick here\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eHandwoven wool, wool, velvet, corduroy, poplin, denim, chintz, or weather-treated fabrics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/207-kinsalecloak_yardage.pdf?16653493498282843498\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PDF pattern has files for copy shop (A0), print at home (A4 and 8.5”x11”), as well \u003cstrong\u003eas \u003c\/strong\u003einstructions, lore and detailing files.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":54554009174326,"sku":"000230-001306","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 207 Kinsale Cloak Copyshop A0","offer_id":54554009239862,"sku":"000230-001306-Printed-207-kinsale-cloak-copyshop-a0","price":29.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/7665\/1830\/files\/replic-207-kinsale-cloak-207_wool_front.jpg?v=1789336095"},{"product_id":"148-black-forest-smock","title":"148 Black Forest Smock","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMisses' 6-16; Men's 36-44.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis traditional smock was called a Kittel, or over-garment, worn by workers in Germany, Switzerland, and France. Soft pleats fall from a wide neckband. Sleeves connect to side panels with gussets and are pleated at the wrists into buttoned cuff bands. Shoulder yokes, pocket welts, neckband, and cuffs were often decorated with chain-stitching (design and instructions are included inside pattern).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur Black Forest Smock can be worn by men as an over-shirt, and by women as a mid-calf length dress or as a shirt. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested Fabrics: \u003c\/strong\u003eSoft or crisp fabrics such as linen, homespun, broadcloth, gingham, denim, featherweight corduroy, or lightweight wool.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/148_Black_Forest_Smock_yardage_chart.pdf?v=1656451869\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe PDF pattern has files for copy shop (A0), print at home (A4 and 8.5”x11”), as well as Sewing and embroidery instructions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor tips on sizing this smock up, check out \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/make-sizing-adjustments-for-the-102-cheesemaker-s-smock\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eour blog post on the topic\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlso, we have a \u003ca rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.folkwear.com\/blogs\/news\/making-the-black-forest-smock-with-knits\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eblog post about making this smock with knit fabric\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":54554009403702,"sku":"000230-001279","price":14.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed - 148 Black Forest Smock A0 Copyshop","offer_id":54554009469238,"sku":"000230-001279-Printed-148-black-forest-smock-a0-copyshop","price":22.45,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0996\/7665\/1830\/files\/replic-148-black-forest-smock-14_2be71b20-c0cb-4309-ac8d-e69277b52847.jpg?v=1789336172"}],"url":"https:\/\/goldenrodcraft.com\/collections\/historically-inspired.oembed","provider":"Goldenrod Craft Co","version":"1.0","type":"link"}