The "18th Century Housewife" pattern will help you create a popular accessory used by men and women alike. The “housewife”, or “hussif”, is a miniature sewing kit with pockets and space for scissors, buttons, pins, etc. They often were handy for storing other small items the owner needed to stow away safely. The housewife was first seen in the 18th century and remained popular well into the 20th century. This pattern includes three pockets as well as a square of felt for storing pins. It is a perfect accessory to use up the beautiful scraps of fabric you may have left over from your historical clothing projects. You can make this as simple or decorated as you like, as women often embellished them beautifully with elaborate embroidery

This pattern will fit inside the Swish and Swirl "Georgiana 18th Century Pockets" Pattern (available here: https://www.etsy.com/listing/647008656/pdf-pattern-bundle-ss1740-0102e?ref=shop_home_active_21 )

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Printable PDF pattern designed to fit 16 and 18 inch dolls.

Pattern is for the "18th Century Housewife" Doll Sewing Kit, designed by Pemberley Threads.

Includes:

- Pattern and instructions for sewing kit

Suggested fabrics: Lining – linen, cotton, silk, wool. Interlining – flannel, felt, wool. Outer fabric – cotton, linen. Pockets – cotton, linen. Binding and tie – cotton, linen. Felt square – felt, wool.

Notions: Matching thread, embroidery floss, embroidery needle, small charms/accessories to fill pockets, ½” long applique/sequin pins

Fabric: Scraps


Listing is for one pdf download pattern only. No clothing included. This pattern is copyrighted, however you may use it for making and selling doll clothing in your small scale home based business, as long as you credit Pemberley Threads for the pattern design.

Designed for the intermediate level sewist

No refunds or returns. However, I am always available to answer questions if you need help! Send me an email at pemberleythreads [!at] gmail.com