{"product_id":"147-norwegian-bunad","title":"147 Norwegian Bunad","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWomen's XS-2XL\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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 festdrakt or bunad. Choose fabrics, embroidery, and trim to embellish your bunad to suit exactly what you want.  \u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eThe gusseted \u003cstrong\u003eBlouse \u003c\/strong\u003ehas a drop shoulder, sleeves gathered into cuffs, a collar, and slit front opening which can be covered by an embroidered decorative panel.  The \u003cstrong\u003eVest \u003c\/strong\u003ehas an option of two views; the front meets at the waist and can be laced or left open, or with an embroidered vest insert added.  The \u003cstrong\u003eSkirt \u003c\/strong\u003efalls to ankle length and is pleated into a waistband which buttons in the back.  We provide an \u003cstrong\u003eApron\u003c\/strong\u003e template and instructions to cut and construct a pleated-front apron with a waistband which also buttons in the back.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003eMany regions have their own bunad style, history, and tradition, which includes colors, embroidery, and cut of the garments.  Add embroidery to any part of this pattern. Embroidery designs based in Norwegian folk tradition are included in this pattern along with embroidery instructions and a detailed history of the bunad tradition.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuggested fabrics:\u003cbr\u003eBlouse\u003c\/strong\u003e:  Light to medium weight fabrics like linen, cotton poplin or lawn, rayon.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVest\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium to heavy weight fabrics such as wool, cotton, linen, or silk.  Brocades are sometimes used.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSkirt\u003c\/strong\u003e: Medium to heavy weight fabrics such as wool, cotton, linen, or silk.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApron\u003c\/strong\u003e: Light to medium weight cotton, such as poplin, linen, or silk.\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1694\/7861\/files\/147_Norwegian_Bunad_sizing_and_yardage_be7aa6cf-47db-48ce-82e9-1a3b97016648.pdf?v=1746568491\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eYardage chart (.pdf)\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\r\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis pattern is available as a Paper pattern and PDF pattern. Choose the\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epattern format you want in the drop down menu\u003c\/strong\u003e. The PDF pattern has instructions and files, layered by size, for copy shop (36” and A0), print at home (A4 and 8.5”x11”), and projectors.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Folkwear","offers":[{"title":"PDF","offer_id":46456842846407,"sku":"000230-001289","price":29.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Printed","offer_id":46456842879175,"sku":"000230-001289-Printed","price":45.0,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0275\/3514\/7097\/files\/replic-DSC_0299.jpg?v=1777212947","url":"https:\/\/empiremakespace.com\/products\/147-norwegian-bunad","provider":"Empire Make Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}