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FRENCH CHEESEMAKER SMOCK
This roomy pullover style is traditional garb for cheesemakers in Roquefort, France, and a comfortable smock for your studio or daily outings. Popular choice for Medieval and Renaissance reenactors. Sized for men and women, the easy-sew smock features shoulder yoke, simple narrow buttoned neckband, and optional underarm gussets.

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ROUMANIAN BLOUSE
Add your own character to this classic European peasant blouse with traditional handwork techniques or modern embellishments. A great period look when worn under a fitted vest or jacket. Instructions for embroidery, smocking, crocheted edging, and fine hand sewing are included.

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SHIRTS OF RUSSIA & UKRAINE
These popular shirts reflect a merging of European and Central Asian traditions, and can easily be lengthened for versatile dress or robe styles. Three neck opening variations, including center front and side front. Make the basic design quickly and then embellish it with authentic embroidery motifs. Historical lore and embroidery instructions included.

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CROATIAN SHIRT
A traditional fashion worn by peasants, farmers, and shepherds in the Pannonian Basin of old Yugoslavia. Originally made from homespun linen, but elegant in cotton, silk, and sheers. Soft pleats at the shoulders, with a tucked front yoke. Pattern includes historical information and instructions for decorative stitching on yoke.

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AUSTRIAN DIRNDL
A favorite at Renaissance Faires and Oktoberfests, this three-piece outfit enhances the maiden in you. Variations include knee-length or low-calf length, dirndl bodice with high or low-neck, high or low-neck blouse, and an apron. Pattern features many options for detailing, ruffling, ruching, and shaping. Information included about authentic detailing, custom fitting, and adapting garment for Renaissance costumes.

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VESTS FROM GREECE & POLAND
These authentic designs can be lavishly decorated, embroidered, appliquéd, and otherwise embellished. Styles include a short vest for men and women from Greece, mid-calf Greek vest for women, and two variations of a Polish woman's vest with petal-shaped tabs along the bottom edge. Pattern pieces include traditional design motifs.

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RUSSIAN SETTLERS DRESS
A complete ensemble from Old Russia that includes jumper, blouse, and apron, along with options for lace and embroidered embellishment. Wear the jumper by itself as a sundress or combine with other pieces for a variety of looks. Pattern includes historical information about Russian peasant costume and instructions for traditional punch needle embroidery.

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BELGIAN MILITARY CHEFS JACKET
Adapted from regulation Belgian military issue in olive cotton gabardine, our version also looks great in chef's white, brilliantly colored silk, or any other fabric. Cook up a creative variation of this fashionably cropped jacket by piecing the front and back panels from contrasting fabrics or with unusual buttons. Lapels can be worn open or closed.

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HUNGARIAN SZUR
Worn by Magyar herdsmen in Hungary as far back as the Middle Ages, the Szur is a dramatic, mid-calf coat that was traditionally worn over the shoulders as a cape and lavishly decorated with cutwork felt appliqué. The geometric shapes of this garment make it an ideal canvas for other handwork techniques, as well as for handwoven fabrics. Pattern includes instructions for a traditional and contemporary version, appliqué decoration, and historical lore about the Magyar.

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SCOTTISH KILTS
The romance of the Scottish Highlands is alive and well in this authentic kilt, kilt skirt, and Prince Charlie jacket and vest. To complete the ensemble, knit the lacy vest for women and the argyle socks for men. Pattern includes complete instructions for measuring, pleating, and constructing the Kilt and Kilt Skirt; pattern pieces for cutting out and instructions for sewing the Jacket and Vest.

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