Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads | Past Patterns 7035

Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads | Past Patterns 7035 This Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads listing contains a digital version of a Butterick skirt pattern first published in 1914. Pattern 7035 was advertised in The Delineator in July 1914 and reflects the elegant raised-waist skirt styles seen during the years just before the First World War. About These Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads This Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads pattern recreates a graceful early twentieth-century skirt with a long circular tunic in Russian style, a slightly raised waistline effect, and a fitted lower section. Butterick described the garment as a ladies’ skirt in clearing length with a long tunic, a lower edge in either of two outlines, and a one-piece lower part with or without an inverted plait at the back, attached to a short four-piece foundation skirt in regulation waistline. An inside belt is also included as part of the design. This period construction detail helps support the skirt, stabilize the waist area, and maintain the proper line over the hips. The result is a silhouette that bridges late Edwardian refinement and the increasingly vertical lines of the mid-1910s. Design Features Long circular tunic in Russian style Slightly raised waistline effect Two lower edge outline options One-piece lower skirt section Optional inverted plait at the back Short four-piece foundation skirt Included inside belt for period support and structure May be made as a separate skirt or attached to a waist for a one-piece dress There are 4 skirt variations that can be made from this pattern set. Historical Notes The style represented in these Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads belongs to a fashionable moment when skirts still emphasized elegance and a defined waistline, yet were beginning to move toward the straighter lines associated with wartime dress. Tunic effects, shaped lower sections, and carefully engineered interior supports were all part of the refined construction techniques of the period. This pattern is especially useful for historical costuming, reenactment, theater, and early twentieth-century wardrobe study. Sizing This pattern was originally designed for the size and shape of a 1910s woman with a 26″ waist and 39″ hips. This is the only size included in the original package. For resizing help, see our resizing guide. Pattern Details 5 pattern pieces 3/8″ seam allowance allowed for seams and finishing 1″ allowed at the top and bottom of the inside belt for ends and hems Digital pattern files prepared from the Past Patterns edition Fabric Suggestions The original requirement given for one view is 3 1/2 yards of 44″ wide fabric for the tunic with round outline and lower part in plain, plaid, or figured material cut crosswise. Suitable fabrics include: Bottom-weight linen Cotton Velvet Soft woolens Choose fabrics with enough body to support the tunic and foundation structure while still allowing the skirt to hang smoothly. Digital Download Formats Your Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Downloads purchase includes the following digital files: 36″ wide format: 2 pages, no split pieces 8.5″x11″ tiled pattern: 50 pages A4 tiled pattern: 45 pages A0 format: 3 pages, no split pieces 8.5″x11″ instruction booklet: 8 pages A4 instruction booklet: 8 pages For projector users, Past Patterns also offers help with setup and use here: Projector Sewing. Skill Level Skill Level: 3/5 This pattern is best for an intermediate sewist. The inside belt, tunic shaping, optional inverted plait, and period-specific fit require careful handling, but the garment remains approachable for someone with some experience in vintage sewing methods and garment assembly. What You Will Receive This download includes the digital pattern in multiple print formats along with instruction booklets in both 8.5″x11″ and A4 formats. If you prefer a paper version, the printed edition is available here: Mid 1910s Ladies Skirt in Clearing Length Sewing Pattern. Copyright Past Patterns 1979–2026. All rights reserved.