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The bunad is the traditional folk costume of Norway, often worn for special occasions and festivals. Based in historic folk dress tradition of Norway, the bunad has evolved over time and geography to become a regionalized and stylized costume. Our sewing pattern presents basic versions of the blouse, vest, skirt, and apron which can be used to create a personalized bunad. Choose fabrics, embroidery, and trim to embellish your bunad to suit exactly what you want. Embroidery designs based in Norwegian folk tradition are included in this pattern along with embroidery instructions and a detailed history of the bunad tradition.
Folkwear patterns help you to create clothing from around the world and across the decades. Beautiful designs, clear sewing instructions, and options for paper or PDF patterns - our sewing patterns will help you create amazing garments. Since the 1970s, Folkwear patterns have been used by individuals who want to connect with their culture, as well as by film, theatre and dance costumers, historic reenactors, art-to-wear aficionados, and anyone who enjoys sewing and dressing in classic clothes.
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— Lisa, Folkwear customer
Complex but Not Hard - My first Folkwear pattern. Loved this pattern + instructions. The dress looks so lovely . . . .
Delightful pattern.