Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 0200C
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Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern (Past Patterns 0200C), originally published by May Manton. Printed full-size on 36″ wide paper for an early-1900s age 10 fit (25″ waist). Knickerbocker/French style options. Also available as a download.
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Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern | Past Patterns 0200C
$13.00
Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern (Past Patterns 0200C), originally published by May Manton. Printed full-size on 36″ wide paper for an early-1900s age 10 fit (25″ waist). Knickerbocker/French style options. Also available as a download.
999 in stock
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On all US Orders over $50!
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Why Choose This Pattern?
Overview
The Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern recreates a practical Edwardian-era undergarment for a child, originally published by the May Manton Pattern Company. This printed Past Patterns package is sized specifically for an early-1900s 10-year-old with a 25" waist (the only size offered for this set).
Also available as a download: Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Downloads.
About This Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern
This Early 1900s Childrens Drawers Sewing Pattern includes comfortable drawers designed to button to an underwaist, reflecting the period’s emphasis on both practicality and neat, “dainty” finishing. The pattern supports multiple finishing approaches, allowing you to choose the look that best matches your materials and trimming preferences.
- Era: Early 1900s (Edwardian-era children’s undergarments)
- Original publisher: May Manton Pattern Company
- Included styles: Knickerbocker or French style options (as featured in the original materials)
- Pattern pieces: 5 pieces
- Size: Child age 10 (period sizing), 25" waist (only size offered)
View Options Included
Two distinct looks are achievable with this set:
- Knickerbocker style: gathered at the lower edge and finished with bands
- French style: finished with frills and a more decorative edge treatment
Materials & Yardage
Yardage can vary by fabric width and trimming choices. The included reference chart for the year-size indicates 1 1/4 yards of 32" wide fabric for the 10-year size. :contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}
Period-appropriate fabric suggestions include soft, washable cottons for everyday wear (such as long cloth, nainsook, or similar) and warmer options for cold weather use.
Skill Level
Difficulty: 2/5 (Beginner-Confident Beginner)
Why: The construction is straightforward (seams, casings/bands, and gathers), with no complex fitting. Difficulty increases slightly if you add delicate trims (frills/embroidery) or want especially crisp finishing on the side openings and facings. The included “To Make” steps focus on joining notches, attaching facings, closing seams, gathering, and finishing edges. :contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}
What You Receive (Printed Package)
- Full-size printed pattern on durable 36" wide paper
- A 4-page instruction/booklet insert (cutting, making notes, and period context) :contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}
- Reproduced period artwork on the cover
Historical Context
Children’s undergarments in the early 1900s were expected to be comfortable and practical for daily movement, while still allowing tidy finishing details that reflected the era’s standards for “neatness” and presentation. May Manton was one of the influential American pattern brands of the period, and its publications are part of the broader expansion of the commercial paper pattern industry in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Source used for context: Joy Spanabel Emery’s research on the paper pattern industry provides helpful background on how pattern companies and printed instruction systems developed and expanded into the early 1900s. Bloomsbury overview. :contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}
Sizing Note
This set is sized specifically to an early-1900s child’s proportions (age 10, 25" waist). Experienced sewists can resize patterns for alternate fits. For resizing information, please see:
Past Patterns resizing guidance.
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Additional information
| Weight | 3 oz |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13 × 10 × 1 in |
Sizing Information
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Why are both Trowsers and Trousers listed on site?
Over the last 200 years, much like the human body, our style of language has changed. For vintage patterns, we attempt to use the language of the day where possible.
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Why is my pattern size different from my off the rack dress size?
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How are the patterns packaged?
We package our patterns in two forms: Bond Paper and Tissue. Except for the Tissue patterns, each is slipped into a reusable plastic sleeve. Many contain documentation in the form of Historical Notes or the printer ie., Butterick. Because the patterns are printed in house to order, they can take from three to seven days. Tissue patterns, which are printed out of house, are available to ship immediately.
What does a Corset Kit contain in addition to the Corset pattern?
In addition to the pattern, the kits contain everything you need to make the corset except the thread. The kits contain, according to their type, fabric and lining, stays, clasp or busk board, back lacing, tape for finishing the edges, trim lace, ribbon, leather, tin stock, waist tape, punch and setter, eyelets, marking pencils, cording, reed and a loop turner.
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What is the difference between a Past Patterns original pattern and a Vintage Revival pattern?
The Past Patterns originals were designed in house and based upon the research, disassembly and time of Saundra Ros Altman. These designs come from finds all over the United States reaching from San Diego, California to the Smithsonian Museum in Washington, DC. She created the initial patterns, the sizing charts and the instruction content. Many of the these patterns are multi-sized or are available in various sizes. For the most part, these designs are done taking into account the modern human body's shape, height and weight. The Vintage Revival patterns are traces or copies of an old, mass produced pattern; the first mass produced patterns came out in the 1850s. For the most part, you get exactly what came in the original package; in some cases, Saundra has appended historical notes to the instructions. The Vintage Revivals patterns, being copies of the originals, generally only come in one size and are based upon the size and shape of the human body from the era the pattern came from.
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The bust and back length. The back length is measured from the prominent bone at the base of the neck to the natural waistline.
Where can I see the appropriate clothing fabrics for the 18th and 19th centuries?
You can see 1740 through 1940 fabrics in a book titled "Textile Designs" by Susan Meller and Joost Elffers. The subtitle states, "Two Hundred Years of European and American Patterns for Printed Fabric by Motif, Style, Color, Layout and Period and 1,823 Illustration in Color." What they don't say is that 90% of the swatches pictured are life size. The ISBN is 0-8109-3853-7. A second book is Wearable Prints, 1740-1860, History, Materials, and Mechanics by Susan W. Greene. The ISBN is 978-1-60635-124-6. Great books! Order it from your local library that has interlibrary loan capability if you cannot afford the price. There are now many sources for appropriate fabric through the Internet.
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