Classic Mid-19th Century Men’s Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern | Civil War Era | Sizes 28-52
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Create authentic period clothing with this Mid-19th Century Men’s Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern. These historically accurate patterns (Past Patterns 0014 & Past Patterns 0015) features detailed instructions for crafting plain-cut trousers worn from 1840-1870. Available in waist sizes 28″-42″ (the 0014) and waist sizes 44″-52″ (the 0015), with complete hand-sewing techniques and authentic construction methods.
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Classic Mid-19th Century Men’s Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern | Civil War Era | Sizes 28-52
$23.00
Create authentic period clothing with this Mid-19th Century Men’s Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern. These historically accurate patterns (Past Patterns 0014 & Past Patterns 0015) features detailed instructions for crafting plain-cut trousers worn from 1840-1870. Available in waist sizes 28″-42″ (the 0014) and waist sizes 44″-52″ (the 0015), with complete hand-sewing techniques and authentic construction methods.
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Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
Why Choose This Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
This meticulously researched Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern (#014) from Past Patterns represents the everyday workwear of the American Civil War era. Created by historical pattern expert Saundra Altman and updated in 2012, this pattern allows you to recreate authentic plain-cut summer trousers worn during the mid-19th century by artisans, mechanics, gold miners, farmers, and laborers. The Past Patterns Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern is based on extensive historical research and original garments from the 1850s.
Comprehensive Size Range in the Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
The Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern accommodates a wide range of measurements:
- Regular sizes: Waist 28-42 inches
- Big and tall sizes: Waist 44-52 inches
- Complete sizing chart included with measurements for hip, side length, leg seam, and rise
Each size is carefully graded to maintain historical proportions while fitting modern bodies. The pattern includes a middle-line marking for each size to ensure proper alignment when working with striped or plaid fabrics, a crucial detail for historical accuracy.
Historical Accuracy of the Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
These trousers are historically authentic reproductions based on original unbleached linen garments from the 1850s. Past Patterns owns an original pair from this period featuring the distinctive back waist LET-OUT seam included in this pattern. The design is documented in period tailoring manuals including Genio C. Scott's 1859 publication "The Cutter's Guide" and Compaing & Devere's 1856 work.
The Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern faithfully reproduces the everyday, unlined, lightly starched, and washable trousers commonly worn in the mid-nineteenth century. These practical summer trousers would have been paired with a starched shirt, lightly starched washable summer vest, and unlined summer frock, paletot, or sack for a complete period ensemble.
Complete Instructions Included with Your Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
Whether you're a historical reenactor, theatrical costumer, or history enthusiast, this pattern provides:
- Step-by-step instructions with detailed illustrations
- Traditional hand-sewing techniques including backstitch, felling, running stitch, and buttonhole stitch
- Period-appropriate marking techniques using tailor's chalk and thread marks
- Authentic construction methods including the let-out seam for adjustable fit
- Instructions for proper fabric layout with middle-line placement for striped or plaid fabrics
- Comprehensive buttonhole and button sewing techniques with historical neck construction
- Period-correct pressing and creasing methods
- Detailed diagrams showing proper trouser fit and wear according to mid-19th century fashion
Historically Accurate Details in the Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern
The pattern features authentic details such as:
- Suspender buttons at waist (suspenders were the primary method for holding up trousers)
- Front fly with bone buttons
- Side-entry pockets with period-correct facings
- Back waist buckle with adjustment strap
- Proper waist positioning (1" above natural waistline)
- 1/4" seam allowances matching original garments
- Correct trouser crease instructions (pressed flat, side to side)
- Fork seam with traditional "let-out" construction for comfort and adjustability
Materials and Notions for Your Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers
- Primary fabric: 2-3/4 to 3-1/4 yards of 44" bottom-weight linen, hemp, or union cloth
- Suggested weaves: Plain weave solids or gingham, satin weave, basket weave, or twill weave
- Pocket lining: 1 yard of cotton or linen in plain or twill weave
- Thread: Wet-spun linen thread for hand sewing
- Notions: 1" strap buckle, reproduction bone/metal/porcelain buttons (six 1/2" for fly, seven 5/8" to 3/4" for waistband and suspenders)
- Optional materials: Bee's wax for thread, basting thread, tailor's chalk
The original trousers were made from unbleached linen or possibly hemp woven in a 2/1 twill, with bone suspender, waist and fly buttons, and a silver-colored metal back buckle. The Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern includes guidance on selecting historically appropriate materials.
Perfect Applications for Your Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers
These historically accurate trousers created from the Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern are ideal for:
- Civil War and other historical reenactments
- Living history demonstrations
- Museum displays
- Theatrical productions
- Historical fashion enthusiasts
- Educational programs
- Photography projects requiring authentic period clothing
Find more historical patterns including downloadable versions of this Mid-19th Century Men's Summer Trousers Sewing Pattern on our website.
For more information about authentic period sewing techniques, we recommend visiting Historical Sewing for additional resources on 19th century clothing construction methods.
Learn about the historical context of these garments through the American Civil War Museum's collection featuring original civilian clothing from this time period.
This pattern represents Past Patterns' commitment to historical accuracy and serving the public interest since 1979, bringing authentic historical garments to life for modern sewists and history enthusiasts.
Copyright 1979-2025 Past Patterns. All rights reserved.
Additional information
| Weight | 8 oz |
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| Dimensions | 13 × 10 × 3 in |
| Sizes |
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