1815 saw the completion of Ackermann's Repository - Series 1. The British public of Regency England loved this publication and it would remain a resounding success for many years to come as they continued with series 2 and series 3 till their final issue in Dec 1828. With this post I will have shown all the fashion plates from Ackermann's series 1 and I hope you will keep checking back in as I post the Regency fashion plates for Series 2 and 3 in future posts. This is one of my favorite 1815 Ackermann's Fashion plates - plate 23 Description of Fashion plates 22 & 23 - Plate 23 is for the above shown Walking Dress A bit about Ackermann's Ackermann's Repository of Arts, Literature, Commerce, Manufacturers, Fashion and Politics. was a popular publications in England from 1809-1829. (The 1829 issues were printed as "Ackermann's Repository of Fashion".) Ackermann's listed a wide variety of current subject matters to entertain the masses of Regency England. There were political commentaries, poetry, short stories, current events, special exhibit information, stock and commerce reports and other interesting tidbits in its pages. Each issue also contained wonderful color illustrations showing fashions, home decor, public places of interest, architecture and a variety of items that would be of interest to their readers. My favorites are the Fashion Plates and there were usually 2 in each monthly issue. During the twenty year run of this monthly publication, Ackermann's made specially bound volumes available for those who were collecting the issues. These "bound" book versions consisted of a 2 volume set for each year it was published. There were a total of 3 series in that 20 year period. Series 1 began in Jan 1809 (volume 1) and ended with the Dec issue (volume 14) in 1815. Series 2 began in Jan 1816 and ended with the Dec issue in 1822. Series 3 began in Jan 1823 and ended with the final issue in Dec 1828 Ackermann's Repository "Bound" Series 1 ran from 1809 - 1815 with a total of 14 Volumes for Series 1 (click on each year below to be taken to that post) Series 1 - Vol 1 & 2 - 1809 Series 1 - Vol 3 & 4 - 1810 Series 1 - Vol 5 & 6 - 1811 Series 1 - Vol 7 & 8 - 1812 Series 1 - Vol 9 & 10 - 1813 Series 1 - Vol 11 & 12 - 1814 Series 1 - Vol 13 & 14 - 1815 Today I am thrilled to be completing Ackermann's Series 1 by posting the fashion plates for the year 1815. Series 1 Vol 13 was Jan - June 1815 Series 1 Vol 14 was July - Dec 1815 Enjoy! Ackermann's Repository 1815 Fashion Plates 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - January Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - January Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - February Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - February Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - March Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - March Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - April Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - April Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - May Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - May Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - June Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 13 - June Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - July Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - July Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - August Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - August Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - September Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - September Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - October Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - October Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - November Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - November Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - December Issue 1815 - Ackermann's Repository Series1 Vol 14 - December Issue I hope you have enjoyed seeing all the fun fashions in this first series of Ackermann's Repository Regency prints and that you will continue to drop in as I post more fashions from the Series 2 and then Series 3 issues of Ackermann's Repository. Till Next time... Thanks for visiting me here at EKDuncan.blogspot.com If you have enjoyed seeing these images from Ackermann's Repository and would like the opportunity to see and read an original for yourself they are are available on line at www.archive.org Click HERE then choose the volume you are interested in. You can then see and read them online or download them to your computer for future reference. Enjoy!

This is the Folkwear Pattern No. 215, Empire Dress. This is a Regency Era dress sewing pattern and will work for the period 1799-1815 (although there's probably a little flexibility on the upper end). The patterns offers three different lengths and two different sleeve styles. This is the perfect style for the Regency Era or First Empire (as this period is referred to in France). Pattern is a new and uncut. Thanks for looking!!

Buy the 215 Empire Dress sewing pattern from Folkwear. This high-waisted dress was worn in the period following the French Revolution. Its peak of popularity was during the First Empire period (1799-1815), hence its name. It was worn floor length or as high as knee length in front, and trains were worn for day or evening until 1806. Folkwear presents this classic in three lengths, with two sleeve options. A narrow bodice is gathered into a slim A-line skirt with front and side panels and a full gathered skirt back. It falls to just below knee length, full length, or full length with a train for weddings or formal wear. On the traditional version, drawstrings fit the bodice firmly to the bust and tie at the centre back. For contemporary wear, we suggest a closed back and elastic in place of the drawstrings. Short puffed sleeves may be cut very high or slightly longer - both are authentic. The longer sleeves features button and cord detailing. This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats: – PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF? – PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop? Note if purchasing copy shop printing: Some of the pattern pieces are divided across two A0 sheets. The two sheets will need to be joined with no overlap. Suggested fabrics: Soft, light to medium weight fabrics such as cotton gauze, batiste, dotted Swiss, rayon challis, silk, very lightweight silk velvet with drape. Fabric requirements: Street Length: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric with nap: 3 5/8 - 4 1/8 yd (3.3 - 3.8 m) // 45" (115 cm) wide fabric without nap: 3 1/2 - 3 7/8 yd (3.2 - 3.5 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric with nap: 3 3/8 yd (3.1 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric without nap: 2 3/4 - 2 7/8 yd (2.5 - 2.6 m). Full Length: 45" (115 cm) wide fabric with nap: 4 5/8 - 5 1/4 yd (4.2 - 4.8 m) // 45" (115 cm) wide fabric without nap: 4 1/4 - 4 7/8 yd (3.9 - 4.5 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric with nap: 4 1/2 - 4 5/8 yd (4.1 - 4.2 m) // 60" (150 cm) wide fabric without nap: 3 1/2 yd (3.2 m). For dress with train, add 3/4 yd (0.69 m) of fabric to Full Length dress yardage for your size (all fabric widths). Sizing: S – 3XL (approx. UK 6/8 – 28/30, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer’s size chart and finished garment measurements. Notions: Thread; 1 - 2 yd (0.95 - 1.83 m) of 1/2" (13 mm) bias or other tape for drawstring or elastic casing // Simple sew version: 4 yd (3.75 m) of elastic for bodice and sleeves // Authentic version: 5 - 6 yd (4.58 - 5.5 m) of 1/4" (6 mm) ribbon for drawstrings; one package of seam binding or hem tape // Longer sleeve button and cord detailing: Six 3/8" (9 mm) buttons; 2 yd (1.83 m) of 1/8" (3 mm) wide cord, tape, braid, or ribbon. PDF pattern includes: Instructions; print-at-home pattern (45 pages); 36″ wide copy shop pattern (1 sheet); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets). If you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest sewing pattern reviews from the sewing community. We also have a sewing blog to keep you up to date with all the news from the world of sewing.