The Clara Christine
1864-1867

 The Clara Christine appeared in 1864 as the high brimmed bonnet began to loose favor. 

The pattern is drawn from original Empire bonnets in our collection and includes a 20 page instruction booklet with detailed photographs.

The high brimmed bonnet previously included in this pattern is now an option in the Mildred Augusta Pattern. 

Photo by Ernest Dollar 2010
Available in silk over buckram  untrimmed from $145 or trimmed from $195.  Straw forms available in  hemp braid for $85.  Straw bonnet lined with bavolet from $120 or completely trimmed for $170.  Please email  us for further information on straw forms and custom bonnets. Allow 6-8 weeks for delivery. 
Photo by Ernest Dollar 2010
To see examples of the Clara Christine, click here.
  Clara Christine Empire Bonnet  
         
Clara Christine Pattern     $10.00
Pattern drawn directly from original Empire bonnets. Featuring a 20 page instruction booklet, complete with detailed illustrations, and different covering methods based on original bonnets and period milliner's guides.
Clara Christine Blocked Tip
$3.00
 
Clara Christine Deluxe Kit
Pattern and instructions, buckram bonnet form, crinoline head liner, cotton netting, curved needle, and bonnet box
66.95
Brim Options


Clara Christine Kit

$34.95

Pattern and instructions, buckram, wire, wire connectors, crinoline binding, head liner, cotton netting, curved needle, and bonnet box.

Brim Options
 

Clara Christine  Buckram Form
$48.00
Brim Options
Clara Christine Hemp Form 
85.00
Colors