Native American Comanche Indian Moccasin in 3 Styles - SparrowHawk Sewing Pattern #Y006

SparrowHawk Publishing Sewing Pattern number Y006
Comanche Moccasin

Pattern condition: Uncut, factory folded and complete with instructions.

~ Item for sale is a sewing pattern, not finished moccasins ~

** Please note: This pattern is available in 3 size groups: Small = 5-6-7, Medium = 8-9-10 and Large = 11-12-13. Use the measurements below to select the appropriate size group when making your purchase.

Very easy to make. Pattern includes the pieces to make old style, knee high leggings.

These are a traditional style, gathered from historical and museum photos and exhibits. They were worn across a wide area, from the North Central Plains, notably the Blackfoot people, into the South East. Research shows them to be very little changed from ancient shoes in Siberia and Mongolia. The originals would seem to be the first example of shoes with a separate, sewn in, sole. Commonly called a "turn shoe".

Moccasin Style Possibilities:

* Style A - 8" tall with a one-piece body, inset - welted sole. The cuff can be worn tightly around the ankle and wrapped with thongs or folded down.

* Style B - The cuff is cut taller than the pattern piece and using the natural edge of the leather.

* Style C - The leather cuff can be replaced with canvas or bright, printed, wool. A pattern piece for fabric is included.

Leggin's:

Originally designed for protection, they are favored for the decorative use.

* Style A - A drawstring under the knee and the top cuffed over (shown). The drawstring can be worn above the knee or there can be two drawstrings, one of each at the same time.

* Style B - Tie strings run up the sides, thru both layers of leather, and tied.

* Style C - Still with the top drawstring but with the strings cut extremely long (or several separate strings) so they can be wrapped in rings around the leg, binding the entire unit close to your leg. Very comfortable, even over jeans or boots for a style statement!

Sizes and foot measurements:

Small:
Size 5 - 9 1/8"
Size 6 - 9 1/2"
Size 7 - 9 3/4"

Medium:
Size 8 - 10 1/8"
Size 9 - 10 3/8"
Size 10 - 10 3/4"

Large:
Size 11 - 11 1/8"
Size 12 - 11 3/8"
Size 13 - 11 3/4"