14th Century Elizabethan Costumes

This carefully researched volume offers lovers of both costume and the medieval period a meticulously researched and accurately detailed study of the clothing of the Middle Ages. Following an illuminating discussion of the style and construction of costumes worn in the thirteenth, fourteenth, and fifteenth centuries, noted costume historian Mary G. Houston provides detailed descriptions and illustrations of actual apparel worn by all classes and sectors of society. Included are elaborate royal, ... [Read More]

RC021 - 14th Century Grand Assiette Pourpoint Pattern. Fits chests 34"-54" and waists 28"-50". All Sizes in one envelope. Are you part of the 14th century mafia? Do you want that big-chested silhouette you see in all the manuscript illuminations? Well, wait no more! This pattern is complete with instructions and historical notes for 14th century men's pourpoint with grand assiette sleeve construction based on extant examples and period illustrations. Suitable for use for civilian wear. Fits ches... [Read More]

The Executioner costume is ideal for School Book Day / Week or any School play. Officially licensed by Horrible Histories.

RC023 - 14th Century Jupon of the Black Prince Pattern. Looking for an arming coat to wear with your 14th century harness? This pattern includes complete instructions and historical notes for 14th century men's arming coat based on the arming coat of Edward, the Black Prince. Elbow-length and long-sleeved versions included. Fits chests 34"-54" and waists 28"-50". All Sizes in one envelope. Historical notes and embellishment suggestions included. Suggested Fabrics: light weight to coat weight woo... [Read More]

RC022- 14th Century Man's Cotehardie Pattern. Looking for the perfect Medieval outfit? Looking to shock Church elders with a glimpse of your sexy hosen? Then you need a Cotehardie! This pattern includes complete instructions and historical notes for 14th century Man's Cotehardie with buttoned or laced front and tight-fitting sleeves. Thigh-length "slim" and knee-length "skirted" versions both included. NOTE: patterns does not include hose or hood. Fits chests 34"-54" and waists 28"-50". All Size... [Read More]

14th -15 th C. Patlock and 16th-17th Doublet. Size options from 38-54" Chest; select correct size option. Optional detachable sleeves. Options shoulder and waist treatments. Pattern requires 3 yards of fabric and lining. Optional front and side ties.

RC019 - 14th Century Women's Surcote Pattern. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes in one envelope. Looking for the perfect Medieval ensemble? Welcome to the 14th century! This pattern is complete with instructions and historical notes for 14th century Sideless Surcote. Worn over the tightly-fitted kirtle, this is the overdress Church elders called "The Gates of Hell" because it revealed a woman's curves through its side openings. Fits busts 30½"-48" and waists 23"-41". All Sizes ... [Read More]

14th through 16th Century Men's Headwear - all sizes. Great for making hats for a number of periods.