Crochet purse pattern, includes the original instructions as appeared in Godey's 1865, along with notations to clarify some of the original instructions.

From Godey's 1865, this shawl has a shaped neck that will facilitate a frog or button closure. Includes the original instructions along with my notations to clarify the original instructions.

The mitts were to be worn over leather gloves as per Godey's 1865. This pattern can also be used for ladies' mitts. Pattern includes the original instructions along with my notations to clarify the original instructions.

From Godey's 1865-these can be seen in some of the original camp photos of soldiers around the fire. Pattern includes the original instructions along with my notations to clarify the original instructions.

The Needlecase was used to store sewing needles when not in use. From Godey's 1859. This is the handiest sewing accessory you will have for travelling. Pattern includes the original instructions along with my notations to clarify the original

Worn by ladies at bedtime and also under the bonnet to keep it clean. From Peterson's 1859. Full size Pattern includes the original instructions along with my notations to clarify the original instructions.

This original pattern can be used to make a cloth purse or workbag, drawstring--I love it for carrying my smaller handwork I am completing.

A perfect addition and alternative to the Slat Bonnet is the corded soft bonnet- from the Godey's 1857. Skirt similar to a slat bonnet-long over the shoulders. Full size Pattern includes original instructions along with clarification.

A perfect addition for your late fall, winter and early spring events--this quilted silk bonnet has wool batting and is wonderful for keeping the head warm-from my personal collection-pattern includes photos of the original.

A perfect addition for your workdress impression, --this bonnet pattern -from a private collection and one in my collection--slats may be of wood or press board.

Early war of the Mexican War Style Haversack Pattern-Original fully handsewn. Original examined in a southern mid-west museum collection. No identification markings. Believed to have belonged to a southern soldier, but no documentation exists.