Leather Cuirass Armor Pattern
This leather cuirass pattern is one of the larger armor projects I've put together, with a separate chest and back made from overlapping horizontal lames.
I originally designed it more for LARP, costume, and cosplay. Could you use it for SCA combat? Anything is possible, but I don't really think it's a great choice for that. Prove me wrong? Either way, it's a fun project if you want to build yourself a really good-looking set of leather armor.
I've included my Viking and Celtic-inspired knotwork throughout the pattern if you want to carve it as shown, but as always, you're welcome to leave the artwork off or replace it with your own.
The cuirass comes in four sizes, with some additional adjustment available by changing the spacing between the horizontal lames. Depending on how you build it, you can get roughly 2–3" (5–7.5 cm) of additional length this way.
Includes printable PDF patterns in Letter, A4 and A0, plus SVG laser files. No physical item will be shipped.
- PDF Patterns (Letter, A4 & A0)
- SVG Laser Files
- Primary Artwork
- Video Tutorial if Shown
- Print at Home
- Tools & Supplies List
- Credit: Please credit Dark Horse Workshop in all online photos.
- Non-transferable: Digital items are for the buyer only.
- No reproduction: Do not resell, share, distribute, or publish the files.
- No kits: Finished goods only.
- No modern apparel: Artwork may be used to embroider medieval clothing, but may not be used to make T-shirts, cups, bags, or similar merchandise.
- Small scale only: Intended for craftspeople and hobbyists. Small-batch sales are permitted; mass production is not.
- Laser use allowed: Cutting and engraving with lasers is permitted and is not considered printing.
- Rights reserved: Usage rights may be revoked if these terms are not followed.
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