About Don McCunn

I first became interested in patterns when I was studying costume design and the history of costume at the University of Texas in Austin. My professor was Dr. Paul Reinhardt, a student of Lucy Barton the author of the classic Historic Costume for the Stage. Dr. Reinhardt instilled in me a deep appreciation for well made garments that fit the individual and accurate historic patterns.

As a result of these initial interests I wrote a book, How to Make Sewing Patterns. This book was first published in 1973 and has been continuously in print since then. Using this book I have taught pattern design. I have also had the opportunity to design costumes for a number of stage shows and teach costume design and the history of costumes.