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The ever growing time of Eagle's View frontier life clothing patterns features complete, easy-to-follow instructions that are clear, concise and well illustrated. Hints on sewing with leather and fur have been included in appropriate patterns, and all of the terns used are defined so that anyone from the novice to the experienced seamstress will be comfortable using them.

This leather shirt depicts the style worn in the early 19th century by fur trappers and Indians alike. The shirt is slightly tailored but has the freedom of no sleeve cuffs or button closings. May be made in sizes S(36) through XXL (50).

This pattern has a choice of two lengths. The traditional length is 36 to 39 inches long, which allows the shirt to substitute as a night shirt. The standard length is 4 inches shorter and is about the same as a regular shirt. Size S (36)  through XXL (50) may be made using this pattern. A complete glossary of terms makes it easy for anyone to make a shirt of which they can be proud.

Designed by master craftsperson, Janet Pittman, it may be made from duck or cotton canvas or from heavy denim. Complete instructions are included to make this duster in sizes M (36-38) L (40-42) XL (44-46) XXL. In the old West, the duster was probably the most popular type of coat worn as it covered the lower body when riding, was warm enough for working and yet was functional as the fit is fairly loose. As with all of the Eagle's View patterns, Ms Pittman has made sure that everything is explained and easy to follow. A great pattern for those interested in the West.

The early frontiersman's leather pants are styled with a button front and flared legs and are typical of those worn in the 1800s. When teamed with Eagle's View's early frontiersman's shirt (62-62) pattern, they make up the core of typical mountain man clothing. This pattern includes an option for front pockets, leg fringe and belt loops and may, therefore be made to meet your specific requirements. Pattern includes waist sizes 30 through 42.

May be made in either the natural "open" style with the legs and tail of the hide attached or a more fitted style. The length may be varied to suit preferences, tribal influences or the size of available hides. The Indian war shirt was worn either plain or decorated. Honors and coup were often seen on the shirt. Included is a section on Working With Leather and a complete glossary of all the terms used in the pattern. All sizes are  included from S (36) through  XXL (50).

This cloth shirt was standard apparel in the late 18th and early 19th centuries. Made of calico, muslin, linen or wool, the style endured long after fashion dictated change. Roomy and comfortable for work or play, the practicality of the design is apparent. The early drop-sleeve shirt is styled without a yoke. There is a short stand-up collar variation included with the pattern along with your choice of tucks or gathers for fullness. It may be decorated with ribbons to make an unusually striking shirt for pow-wows and dances. This fine shirt may be made in sizes S (36) through XXL (50).

This pattern is taken directly from an old original shirt in a private collection. It is a mid to late 1800s style with fringe and tailoring reminiscent of the early reservation days, Jeremiah Johnson and Buffalo Bill Cody. With the optional pockets, hidden by the front fringe, it is sure to be a favorite at rendezvous and pow-wows. Included is an extensive section on Working With Leather and a complete glossary of terms used in the pattern. The pattern comes in sizes S (36) through XXL (50). As with all of our patterns, the explicit instructions make it easy for anyone to complete this most attractive shirt.

This square-cut authentic American shirt was commonly made and worn for the first two hundred years of our country's history. By changing fabric and detail this shirt can go from a coarse workman's or woodman's everyday shirt to a lacy evening accessory. Many mountain men wore this shirt with with ruffles when they first entered the fur trade and frequently had their initials embroidered on a cuff.  Gathers for fullness and gussets under the arms give this shirt added comfort. Options include an ascot tie, ruffled stock and ruffled insert. The pattern included sizes S (36) through size XXL (50).

The 18th century waistcoat was styled with a high neck and many buttons down the front and was widely worn by both civilians, para-military outfits and the established military. Made of fine wool broadcloth or linen and lined with fine linen or cotton, the waistcoat comes nine to ten inches below the waist. This pattern also has a later (18th - 19th century) styled waist length vest with a V-neck and smaller collar variation. Made out of broadcloth or fine cotton it is reminiscent of the Mississippi river-boat gambler; if constructed from rougher materials, it is the style commonly worn for everyday wear. Many men wore vests when they entered the fur trade and continued t wear them during their sojourn in the hills.

Indians and mountain men wore leggings and breechclout for protection against the elements and they were first made of leather and later of cloth or wool blankets. These articles of clothing were frequently decorated by Indians with distinctive tribal designs and styles. Included is a tapered leather legging with fringe options, a full leather legging, and a full cloth legging with options of sewn or tied seams. The pattern includes sizes S (30), M (34), and L (38). Intermediate size may also be made.

Breeches were worn by both military and civilians in the 1700s and early 1800s. Usually made of broadcloth or linen. They were also made in leather and were buttoned or buckled just below the knees or tied with a draw string. In the fur trade, the legs were extended, the pants kept the drop front, the full gathered seat and the gussets in the back of the waistband. Variations are given in the pattern for knee closing and leg length. It comes in waist sizes 30 through 42. The pattern is easy to use and comes complete with a glossary of terms.

This pattern has a choice of two lengths. The traditional length is 36 to 39 inches long. Men of this era typically had few clothes and this shirt frequently substituted as a night shirt. The standard length is 4 inches shorter and is about the same length as a regular shirt. The pattern includes sizes S (36) through XXL (50).

Pow-wow ready, this shirt is decorated with ribbon over the shoulders, down the tops of the sleeves and around the cuffs. The pattern includes sizes S (36) through XXL (50). As with all our patterns, the explicit instructions and complete glossary of terms make it easy for anyone to complete this very attractive shirt.

The caped woodsman's frock is a style worn for more than 150 years of our early history. The coat was worn by men who joined Roger's Rangers in the French & Indian Wars, by Washington's troops at Valley Forge and by Brisbane's Regiment of the South Carolina Militia in the 1836 Seminole War. Options for this wrap-style frock include square and round edges of the bottom and cape, gathered or tapered sleeves and a choice of leather or fabric. Colors usually varied from unbleached homespun to earthy camouflage gold, green and brown tones to military navy, gray and black. Comes in sizes 35 through 50.

The classic western bib shirt is now easy to create following this new Eagle's View pattern. Worn and made popular by John Wayne in Pictures like  The Angle and the Bad Man, this shirt shows the essence of the Old West. It may be made from linen or linen blends, cotton or cotton blends, or light weight wool. Pattern shows how to make sizes S (36), M (38), L (42), XL (46) and XXLL (50).

The fur traders made extensive use of the blanket capote. The Capote with it's bright color and contrasting stripes, was quickly adopted by the Indians of North America. These coats were popular along the western moving frontier and were later used by soldiers and frontiersmen. This pattern is for the traditional mid-calf length and has variations in hood tassels and fringe. This pattern is for adults (men' sizes 30 through 50 and women's sizes 8 through 20).

All of the leather items in this pattern were used by fur traders and Indians during the 18th and 19th century. Included in this package are two rifle scabbards, a hawk sheath, half leggings, knife sheath, knife scabbard and a shooting bag pattern.

The leather items in this pattern were all used by Roger's Rangers, other para-military personnel, the woodsmen and long hunters of what was to become the Eastern United States. Included is a shooting pouch, haversack-knapsack, bayonet & tomahawk belt carriage, Eastern style leggings and leather gaiters. When worn with the authentic American shirt (62-64), drop-front breeches (62-73) and caped woodsman's frock (62-92) you have a truly beautiful and authentic costume.