What is Time Capsule Wardrobe?
Time Capsule Wardrobe is a book and sewing pattern collection. It's designed to help you sew a capsule wardrobe inspired by historical fashion.
This project includes 7 sewing patterns inspired by the Georgian, Romantic, and Edwardian eras which have been reimagined for everyday wear. Each garment is designed to be mixed and matched, whether you choose to sew the whole set or add a few pieces to your existing wardrobe.
Georgian Shirt
Boxy shirt inspired by white linen shirts and undergarments. Uses straightforward, rectangular construction.
Georgian Polonaise Dress
Dress with a lace-up bodice and convertible bustle skirt. The pattern can also be used to create a corset style top.
Georgian Petticoat Skirt
Adjustable skirt that closes with ties at the front and back. Includes integrated pockets.
Romantic Pelerine Capelet
Short cape that closes with a decorative clasp. Simple project great for thicker fabrics.
Romantic Wrap Dress
Separate bodice and skirt that can be joined together to create a dress. Features a wrap closure and shirred elastic sleeves.
Edwardian Shirtwaist
Shirt with pintucks and insertion lace yoke. Includes adjustable drawstring waist and can be worn either tucked in or untucked.
Edwardian Walking Skirt
Sleek ankle-length skirt that flares out towards the hem. Pleats at the back of the waist add extra fullness.
Plan Your Own
Download our free printable colouring sheet to plan your own Time Capsule Wardrobe.
Shop the Collection
Interested in the Time Capsule Wardrobe book, PDF sewing patterns of the designs, or bundle collections? Find them here!
Pattern Hacks
Want to do even more with the patterns? Have a look at our pattern hacks directory for ideas and tutorials.
Videos
Did you know we have a YouTube channel? Here you can find tutorial videos, pattern hack ideas, behind-the-scenes vlogs, and more.
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Making Samples
The most important sewing habit you can learn is to make samples. Every fabric behaves a little differently, and the seam finish you used on your last project might not...
Making Samples
The most important sewing habit you can learn is to make samples. Every fabric behaves a little differently, and the seam finish you used on your last project might not...
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Curved bodice seams don't match? Here's what's ...
Working on a pattern with a curved bodice seam and it looks like there's no way it's going to fit together? It's not a pattern mistake, it's just the seam...
Curved bodice seams don't match? Here's what's ...
Working on a pattern with a curved bodice seam and it looks like there's no way it's going to fit together? It's not a pattern mistake, it's just the seam...
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Hand Sewn Alternatives – Joining the Polonaise ...
Having trouble joining the bodice & skirt on the Georgian Polonaise Dress pattern? Here are some alternative methods to sew them together by hand.
Hand Sewn Alternatives – Joining the Polonaise ...
Having trouble joining the bodice & skirt on the Georgian Polonaise Dress pattern? Here are some alternative methods to sew them together by hand.