Viking Age Trousers Pattern Booklet

Create Authentic Viking Trousers

This printed booklet offers patterns and sewing instructions for making Viking Age trousers. Each pattern is assigned a difficulty level from 1 to 3 and includes sources for further research, enabling you to delve deeper into the historical context.

Included Patterns

Close-fitting trousers from Thorsbjerg
Close-fitting trousers from Damendorf
Baggy trousers from Haithabu
Hose from Haithabu/Thorsbjerg

Pattern Details

The patterns are displayed in a 1:10 scale, making it easy to scale them up on pattern paper for accurate fitting and cutting.

Fabric Requirements (Fabric Width approx. 150 cm)

Close-fitting pants from Thorsbjerg: approx. 170 cm
Baggy trousers from Haithabu: approx. 230-470 cm depending on the desired width
Close-fitting pants from Damendorf: approx. 130 cm
Hose from Thorsbjerg/Haithabu: approx. 85 cm

Additional Information

Each pattern includes detailed sewing instructions and has been thoroughly researched to ensure historical accuracy. The difficulty levels help guide you in choosing a project suited to your sewing skills.