1890s Young Ladies Capelets, Collars and Cuff - Victorian Era - Reproduction (ca. 1894) Sewing Pattern #E8264 - Size ExSmall/Small

1894 Victorian Capelets & Collars Reproduction Pattern

Sized for Young Ladies (Ages 14–19)

This beautifully replicated 1894 sewing pattern features Victorian capelets and collars in a variety of stylish options. It includes:

• A high rolled collar

• Button front closure

• Three styles of capes

• Cuffs with ruffled trim

Suggested Fabrics

• Plain or Printed Silk

• Crepe

• Satin

• Linen

• Cotton

• Light Woolens

• Velvet

Fabric Requirements

• View A & A-1 (Cape with Standing Collar)

  • 40” wide material: ⅞ yard

  • 18” or wider material for collar lining: ¼ yard

• View B & B-1 (Collar)

  • 40” wide material: ½ yard

• View C, C-1 & C-2 (Gathered Cape Collar)

  • 40” wide material: ⅞ yard

• View D (Cuff)

  • 40” wide material: ¼ yard

This Butterick pattern has been carefully re-digitized into its current format for preservation and ease of use.

⚠️ Copyright Notice:
All content falls under the copyright of www.BeespokeVintagePatterns.com (2004). No portion of this pattern may be photocopied or reproduced by any means without written consent.

IMPORTANT NOTE

The original source material from which these patterns are replicated contains much less instruction than later patterns from the 1920s and 1930s. Patterns from this era assume a strong background in sewing, and often lack:

• Facings and linings

• Trim instructions

• Step-by-step directions

Patterns are also sized significantly smaller than modern standards and were drafted with the expectation that proper undergarments and corsets would be worn.

For best results:

• Make a fitting mock-up (toile) in muslin or other inexpensive fabric.

• Adjust the pattern to fit your unique figure before cutting into your final fabric.

These patterns are reproduced as-is from the original source material to retain historical authenticity. Prior experience with vintage or historical patterns is highly recommended.

📌 Please Note: This is NOT a finished garment. The original instructions and documentation are NOT included.

PLEASE KEEP IN MIND

This is an exact copy of the original vintage pattern and may retain any original formatting issues or drafting errors.

While I have sewn some of these patterns myself, I have not tested them all and cannot guarantee perfect fit or accuracy.

As with any project, I recommend making a test version in mock-up fabric before cutting into your final materials.

NOT YOUR SIZE?

No problem! Here are two great resources to help you resize a vintage pattern:

• Grading Your Own Patterns on Patreon

• How to Resize a Pattern from Sensibility.com

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