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Sense and Sensibility Patterns

Sense and Sensibility Patterns interpretation a 1909 Beatrix Skirt.

Created from an original 1909 May Manton pattern, this is a nine-gore "Beatrix" Walking Skirt pattern. This pattern can be used with the Edwardian Walking Jacket or with the "Beatrix" Jacket pattern. Both this skirt and the jacket were inspired by the example of Beatrix Potter, who managed a large farm, took care of animals, sketched and watercolored -- all while wearing sturdy tweed skirts and tailored jackets!

Photo of 1909 Beatrix Skirt.