1910-1919 Blouses

Over the years I've created a number of 1910's era blouses, of varying degrees of complexity, some more formal than others.  Most of these I've developed into History House sewing patterns graded for 3 or more sizes, available in my Etsy shop (see button link below to jump to those listings).  

Blouses and shirtwaists of the 1910's were the staple of every woman's wardrobe.  Batiste and linen blouses or shirt-waists were everywhere, some with the more formal high, fitted and boned collars, some with the fairly recently acceptable open necklines (especially for warmer weather).  These types were most often worn under walking suits, while more dressy silk blouses could stand on their own with a lovely tailored skirt, even as an informal dinner ensemble.  Generally the less fancy shirt-waists closed at front, but blouses closed at centre back -- meaning a maid or other helper was necessary to get dressed! 

The blouses shown here range across the spectrum from rather plain, tailored shirtwaists to the fancier silk blouses.  In some cases I made more than one version, usually the initial one as close to the antique colours as possible, and then another on commission in colours specified by the client.

​I am still in the process of completing patterns for at least two of these designs -- look for them soon in my Etsy shop!  The rest are currently available as sewing patterns (see the pattern cover art included with the images, and use the button link below to access my Etsy shop).  

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