Viking Age Shirt and Kirtle Sewing Patterns

Patterns for Men and Women

This printed booklet provides sewing patterns and instructions for creating Viking Age shirts/tunics and kirtles for both men and women. The patterns are designed for easy scaling up at home, ensuring convenience and accuracy in your sewing projects.

Included Patterns

• Simple Shirt/Tunic
• Tunic/Kirtle with Fitted Sleeves (Men's and Women's Sizes)
• Tunic/Kirtle with Waist Seam (Men's and Women's Sizes)
• Woman's Coat from Birka

Fabric Requirements (Fabric Width approx. 150 cm)

• Simple Shirt/Tunic: approx. 200-260 cm
• Tunic with Fitted Sleeves (Male): approx. 240 cm
• Dress with Fitted Sleeves (Female): approx. 270 cm
• Tunic with Waist Seam (Male): approx. 240 cm
• Dress with Waist Seam (Female): approx. 330 cm
• Open Tunic from Birka: approx. 240 cm

Additional Information

The booklet includes detailed sewing descriptions and sources for further reading, providing both historical context and practical guidance for creating authentic Viking garments.

Create Authentic Viking Attire

With these patterns, you can craft garments that reflect the practicality and style of Viking Age clothing, suitable for reenactments, educational purposes, or personal projects.