

👗 Step into history with style — sew your legacy today!
The Simplicity 8161 sewing pattern empowers you to create an authentic 18th century women's costume, including a gown with stomacher, corset bodice, and petticoat, in sizes 14-22. With detailed templates, multilingual instructions, and fabric recommendations, this USA-made pattern is perfect for theatrical productions or standout costume parties.
























| Best Sellers Rank | #206,057 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ( See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing ) #1,348 in Sewing Patterns & Templates |
| Brand | Simplicity |
| Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 160 Reviews |
| Material | Steel |
| Media Type | ProductImage |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Creating historically accurate costumes for theatrical productions or costume parties |
| Size | Sizes 14-22 |
| UPC | 039363681618 |
K**R
Great historical pattern
It is exactly the pattern I need for a costume this summer.
K**N
Perfectly preserved pattern
Pattern was just like new! None of the pattern tissue was cut (or even opened by the looks of it), just as described. Would happily purchase from this seller again.
M**5
Historically accurate/got lots of compliments
I highly recommend making a muslin version before cutting your fabric and lining. Make sure to mark the sleeves and bodice very well. I added more boning to the bodice to make it like a corset
C**R
Colonial
Period, cos-play.
R**.
Five Stars
Easy to follow directions, thank you American Dutchess!
J**L
Great
Haven’t made it yet
M**E
Good for 1780s garb.
I liked this pattern. I am an experienced amateur seamstress. Made a very nice Halloween 18th century "suit" for my sister (she did not like wearing the stomacher, but the bodice works just fine worn over a white tuxedo blouse. The only reason I did not give it 5 stars was because the instructions weren't particularly clear, in my opinion, and this might prove challenging for a less-experienced seamstress. (Maybe I just did not understand them very well, it has happened before.)
L**R
exactly as described.
exactly as described.
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