Bishop Mitre Sewing Pattern

A mitre is a ceremonial headress worn by the Catholic Church, Eastern Orthodox Church, Oriental Orthodox Churches, the Anglican Communion, Episcopal Church, and by some Lutheran churches. It is notably worn by bishops and certain abbots. Cardinals also wear the mitre (Commonwealth English spelling) or Miter (American Spelling). Some archpriests in the Eastern Orthodox church also wear the mitre. 

The mitre is traditionally white, made from silk or linen in its simplest form. It may also be made using white and gold or white and silver or embroidered bands. Elaborate mitres in ages past were decorated with precious or semi-precious stones. 

Details:

• Pattern contains 4 sizes: S, M, L, XL
  
• Small  measures  21"
• Medium measures 22"
• Large measures 23"
• X-Large measures 24"

Suggested Fabrics:

• Silk Dupioni 
• Brocades 
• Silk Damasks
• Metallic Brocades 
• Tapestry Fabrics
• Not suitable or designed for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing
  Lycra.
• LINING FABRIC: Cotton, broadcloth, satin, cotton sateen

Yardages:

• Main Fabric Yardage: 1 yard 45" or 60" fabric
• LINING FABRIC:  1 yard 45" or 60" fabric

Trims and Notions:

• Plastic Insert: Shaped like Front/Back pattern piece connected without seam allowance. Thin, flexible plastic.
• 2 yards of 3” wide trim
• Cross Patches: 2 2” crosses

  
  

This is also a great style for use with copes. See the coordinating cope sewing patterns:

• Style 3500 and 3501 Wide Orphrey Cope with Hood | Cope Vestment Sewing Pattern

• Style 3520 and 3521 Narrow Orphrey Cope with Hood | Cope Vestment Sewing Pattern

Also included: written instructions

*NOTE: Mitre pattern contains a paper pattern and written instructions only. Fabrics, interfacing, lining, embellishments (trims), fringe, tassels, and stole chain or cord are sold separately.

*Not suitable for stretch fabrics or fabrics containing Lycra. Patterns are physical products that need to be shipped. They are not available for PDF download.

Pattern FAQ's

What is the sewing level for this project?

This is a project for advanced intermediate to professional level seamstresses. This project is NOT for beginners. 

What is the pattern printed on?

The pattern is printed on white paper.  For those who wish to use something a bit less stiff, you may prefer to trace the pattern onto a lighter-weight Pellon pattern interfacing paper.

Why is the pattern printed on white paper?

There are limited paper options available for small pattern companies to keep production minimums low and costs affordable for clients. The patterns are printed locally in small quantities as needed. The available paper that is large enough for use with our full-size patterns for use while still allowing for small print runs is white blueprint paper.

Can the wrinkles be pressed out of the pattern by ironing?

It is NOT recommended to use anything hot to press the pattern paper. The patterns are printed with toner ink and they will smudge and leave black marks on other surfaces if the pattern is ironed. Simple smooth the pattern out by hand prior to cutting. If you prefer, the pattern may also be traced off on Pellon Pattern interfacing to preserve the original.

Is the pattern available as a digital download file?

The patterns are NOT available as a digital download file. They are a physical product that requires shipping.

Are the patterns sold to clients the same patterns used by Ecclesiastical Sewing?

Yes. We use the very same patterns that are available online in our workrooms for creating beautiful vestments.

May I make a copy of the pattern in my plotter or save a digital copy of this pattern?

The pattern is copy righted and is offered as a courtesy for use in the church to the Glory of God. The pattern may NOT be copied or saved in any digital format, resold, modified, and sold as an original work, etc.

For private use only. Not intended for commercial use.