Chrissie Conlay
Chrissie Conlay
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Did I mention I'm a Sewing Demonstrator now? | Dress Pattern Hack
Sometimes in life strange things happen and you have to trust going with them. It feels like a lot has changed over a short amount of time but I am the happiest I have been in my job in a long time and I will ride the wave of it for as long as I can.
Website link for my new place - sewingmachinesuk.co.uk .
Thank you for still being around and watching all my nonsense :)
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Видео

A Tale of Two Jumpsuits | My First Collab | The Springe Jumpsuit
Просмотров 8103 месяца назад
Hey guys! In this vlog I am sharing my next exciting project which is The Springe Jumpsuit by Sew Love Patterns. I have to admit I am slightly scared of this one because a) it's a jumpsuit IYKYK and b) it's working with slippy fabric eeekkkk. But I'm going to be brave and I am collaborating on this project with Sam from @sequingirlie and she is going to hold my hand the whole way. I finally hav...
Was I Cat Fished By A Sewing Pattern? | Easy Beginner's Sewing Pattern
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I've squeezed in a little video just for you guys , as the other project I'm working on is going to be a long one! So I saw this pattern on Instagram and feel in love with it. As usually , however, I started making it and half way through came along the dreaded M.P.D (Mid Project Dread, for those that don't know.) It's the Noelle Dress by Veronica Tucker The Label. It's a free download that req...
Can you make a dress with a bedsheet and a free pattern? | Mal Dress
Просмотров 9955 месяцев назад
I have always been a bargain hunter and a thrifty shopper. If I can make something myself and on the cheap , I will. I have made clothes from bed sheets and duvet sets since the beginning of my sewing and they are an amazing way to save money. This is my first time using a Mood Pattern. Some free sewing patterns are a little disappointing but I was pleasantly surprised with this one , however I...
The most joyous dress I've ever made | Sleeve Headers are a game changer!
Просмотров 7835 месяцев назад
Warning there is a lot going on in the video. I filmed this over a couple of months and I had a mild mental break down half way through ha ha. I had the vision of this dress as soon as I saw the fabric and the end result is so stunning and I am really pleased. If you are a part of my channel already you will notice that I have updated my channel name and branding , I love the new colours and wa...
I've done things I shouldn't have | 3 projects and a lot of distractions
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Sooooo I was super organised at the start of this year and thought I had it all planned out. I was mega pumped to start a project and then it very quickly got out of hand. I would like to say it was something else other than avoidance , but that would be a lie. I've done a lot of other stuff , except what I was actually suppose to be doing. Oops!
It actually worked | Bootstrap Custom Mannequin Project
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I'm starting off this year of sewing projects with a very important one. I have finally made myself a custom dress form , woooo!! And ....(spoiler alert) it actually worked, well kind of. Let me know what you think and also what shall I call her?
I'm going to make it happen! | My 2024 sewing plans
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Where to even begin. I am determined to make this year my best sewing year yet!! It's my forth year of sewing and also 2024, so it all seems perfect and aligned. I have so much to share with you all and lots of wonderful things to make. I will finally be making some dresses I have been dreaming about, plus a huge project of creating my new sewing studio!! This is going to be a big deal and I ma...
The 3 Cutting Methods | Should you use electric scissors, a rotary or scissors to cut your fabric.
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The 3 Cutting Methods | Should you use electric scissors, a rotary or scissors to cut your fabric.
Is sewing really worth the effort? I don't like brocade and I don't like curves.
Просмотров 4708 месяцев назад
Is sewing really worth the effort? I don't like brocade and I don't like curves.
Easy Peasy Scrap Buster Project | Draught Excluder | Winter Sewing Project
Просмотров 2889 месяцев назад
Easy Peasy Scrap Buster Project | Draught Excluder | Winter Sewing Project
My Worst Sewing Projects
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My Worst Sewing Projects
A/W '23 Bright Floral Shirt
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A/W '23 Bright Floral Shirt
My Favourite Sewing Patterns
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My Favourite Sewing Patterns
I've invented a new type of trouser!
Просмотров 1,1 тыс.10 месяцев назад
I've invented a new type of trouser!
I've been banned!
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I've been banned!
A/W ‘23 silky midi skirt sewing project 🩶
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A/W ‘23 silky midi skirt sewing project 🩶
Quilted Patchwork Vest Project Review
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Quilted Patchwork Vest Project Review
My Top 5 Autumn/Winter Sewing Projects
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My Top 5 Autumn/Winter Sewing Projects

Комментарии

  • @kerrymcilwaine
    @kerrymcilwaine 19 часов назад

    Glad you’re back. “Do a job you love and you’ll never work a day in your life”!

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 18 часов назад

      I have a lot of work years left and I want to enjoy them 🙌🏼♥️

  • @lovesredsews
    @lovesredsews 21 час назад

    Great to see you back & thanks for the hack idea of the Me2016, I’m definitely going to try this. I want to make a needlecord version for winter & was worried how the pivot points would go so this hack will be perfect for it 🤩

  • @sallyadams3981
    @sallyadams3981 23 часа назад

    Welcome back to the cyber sewing world.

  • @sandrabennett4900
    @sandrabennett4900 День назад

    So pleased you are back and you have your dream job as well .

  • @angelalysandrou4830
    @angelalysandrou4830 День назад

    What a great job, congratulations. I used to work in a patchwork shop and we sold sewing machines as well, that was my best job ever

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes День назад

      It’s made me love sewing machines more than I thought I did - especially the cool old ones 🥰♥️

  • @rosey_ie
    @rosey_ie День назад

    Good to see you back 😊

  • @baxter3877
    @baxter3877 День назад

    For a person who enjoys all things sewing you got yourself a perfect job. Congratulations and I’m sure you’ll do a fabulous job.

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes День назад

      Thank you so much! I’m ready to learn everything there is 🙌🏼♥️

  • @maryhopkins1585
    @maryhopkins1585 Месяц назад

    Great job! I just bought and cut out the pattern for mine. Thanks for sharing!

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes Месяц назад

      Good luck - it’s such a helpful tool to have for garment making 🙌🏼♥️

  • @noshrinkingviolet1
    @noshrinkingviolet1 2 месяца назад

    Hope your okay Chrissie 😊 miss you loads 🙂

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 2 месяца назад

      I’m still here !!! I promise - life is currently crazy 🥰

    • @noshrinkingviolet1
      @noshrinkingviolet1 2 месяца назад

      @@ChrissieMakesClothes that's fab! 😊 No pressure and look forward to your next vlog when life isn't so hectic, also sending you a virtual hug in case you need one 🤗😁 x

  • @normahalliburton2908
    @normahalliburton2908 3 месяца назад

    Hi Chrissie, new subscriber here. Thoroughly enjoyed your video. I am just back to sewing after a long absence and have been thinking for a while that I would like to do this. I was very hesitant before I watched your video but now I feel that I can do this so thank you so much. Take care Norma from Newcastle x

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 3 месяца назад

      It was a little daunting but it can be done 🙌🏼 thank you for watching ❤️

  • @susanbarham4060
    @susanbarham4060 3 месяца назад

    The 1st few minutes made me laugh🤣🤣

  • @SewCraftyGal
    @SewCraftyGal 3 месяца назад

    Stunning..... would i have to line the top? ❤

  • @HammarM
    @HammarM 3 месяца назад

    So interesting it is with feet measurements when I’m used to the metric measurements of cm. Have to look it up every time to have a chance to understand. 😊

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 3 месяца назад

      I have no idea what 3/16 of a inch is 🤣🤣❤️

    • @HammarM
      @HammarM 3 месяца назад

      @@ChrissieMakesClothes and what happens when your length is between two different feet measurements 🤣😂🥹

  • @missruthguest
    @missruthguest 4 месяца назад

    Spray starch will be your friend when it comes to slippery fabrics. Starch the whole fabric after washing rather than your cut pieces as there is a chance it will shrink in one direction (personal experience). Good Luck

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Oooo this sounds like a great plan - thank you 🙌🏼❤️

  • @callitags
    @callitags 4 месяца назад

    So fun! Good luck!

  • @adriennefranklin5986
    @adriennefranklin5986 4 месяца назад

    This is great. Love seeing you guys together and hope to see many more!

  • @antoniaburlingame5921
    @antoniaburlingame5921 4 месяца назад

    Hi Chrissie. Wow -- jumping in with both feet on white polka dots and thin fabric! I've only sewn with rayon knits and one disastrous rayon blouse I made for a friend. I don't have a serger, so the edge finishing takes a long time on woven rayon. I love the collab and am looking forward to future episodes and how your lovely jumpsuit progresses, Antonia

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Thank you so much , I am definitely a bit nervous how it’s going to come out 🥴❤️

  • @JulieH1958
    @JulieH1958 4 месяца назад

    Great vlog Chrissie. I’m a short wheel base person . Good friend is around your height , so we area bit of sight when we’re out ! Looking forward to seeing the rest of the collaboration.,I really enjoyed following the process and discussion you and Sam had. Picked up a few tips and nice to be part of conversation a bit like a fly on the wall !

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      I just hope the jumpsuit actually comes out ok 🤣❤️

  • @gingerninja_sews
    @gingerninja_sews 4 месяца назад

    Really looking forward to this series. Im short 5 ft half inch lol and my sister is 5ft 8 will be interesting watching the fit for both heights 😊

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Exactly !!! I have a feeling it’s going to be funny 🤣❤️

  • @carolfuller2941
    @carolfuller2941 4 месяца назад

    Aww ☺️ It was me 🎉🎉🎉 I just knew Sam would get your vibe. ❤

  • @victoriahannah1633
    @victoriahannah1633 4 месяца назад

    I’m starting to work on bootstrap pants form. I did a toile version while I was on vacation just to get hang of sewing it. How about the name Abigail or Abby for short. I have one of those mannequins with the dials and no it wasn’t good at all. I called her Hazel. I also want to do the dress form.

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      It was definitely an experience 🤣 but it was worth it ❤️

  • @KateVinee
    @KateVinee 4 месяца назад

    I'm a bit late with this comment, but in case anyone else got curious too, I dug around and found this interview ( watch?v=z8yAcGScZ0I ) with Kaffe Fassett where he says his name rhymes with Safe Asset

  • @normacooper6377
    @normacooper6377 4 месяца назад

    I was rather disappointed initially, because it was giving tent or nightgown vibes as you said. After you shortened it & added the belt, it truly improved your dress. I’d probably add shoulder straps because I recall some wardrobe malfunctions with those elasticized tops back in my younger days.🥴😂

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Ha ha they are a bit risky 😂❤️

    • @keelyjohnston19
      @keelyjohnston19 4 месяца назад

      Yes I remember stepping onto a bus my foot caught on the hem and my dress pulled down flashing my boobs to the driver lol

  • @VeganDoris
    @VeganDoris 4 месяца назад

    Very pretty! I love free patterns too!

  • @glitterberserker1029
    @glitterberserker1029 4 месяца назад

    I would be careful with pockets in that dress. If you just put your hands in them it would be fine obviously but if you put something like your phone in them it would drag the dress down on that side. Usually dresses with functional pockets have waistbands that the pockets hang from. Very cute though. And I do see the chitty chitty bang bang vibes lol.

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      That’s a very good point with the pockets 🙌🏼❤️

  • @Keshia_ZaziKCreations
    @Keshia_ZaziKCreations 4 месяца назад

    I sewed this dress last month and loved it.

  • @tuesday7024
    @tuesday7024 4 месяца назад

    Looks good. A ruffle on the hem would balance it out.

  • @candacedaniel3907
    @candacedaniel3907 4 месяца назад

    It looks great! I think trying it on over your clothes made it harder to see initially 😊

  • @jomoresi3111
    @jomoresi3111 4 месяца назад

    It is very cute! I was surprised how great it looked as I had seen the pattern somewhere else & thought it was a tent but you have changed my mind. Thanks I loved your video

  • @deniseblake6214
    @deniseblake6214 4 месяца назад

    Some you win, some you lose eh? That’s a winner! Love Pound Fabrics too

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      For the equivalent of £5.25 of fabric it’s winning 🙌🏼❤️

  • @alisonkemp1671
    @alisonkemp1671 4 месяца назад

    The dress is fabulous 🥰

  • @PracticalStitches
    @PracticalStitches 4 месяца назад

    Wow, looks great on you❤ fabulous

  • @Julie_sews_her_own_clothes
    @Julie_sews_her_own_clothes 4 месяца назад

    Yes! It looks so good at that length with a belt. Catfished though! 🤣🤣🤣🤣

  • @missruthguest
    @missruthguest 4 месяца назад

    Love it. I also have that material which I made the Leonor Romper (The Fabric Store, also free) for my holiday. Have it in different colours as well so going to try this. Definitely agree about pockets and love the tutorial for great pockets by Rachel at Stitched Up in her tuesday tutorial. So think this will be a win win for me as well

  • @sewsarahstyle
    @sewsarahstyle 4 месяца назад

    😂 catfished! Love it!! 😂 I also was tempted by this pattern and think it’s gorgeous on you!! Such a cute dress. It’s being added to my far too long queue and if I do get round to making it will definitely also add the belt and pockets, thank you!!! 🤩

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      If you want a quick sew then it’s perfect , I will definitely make another in something a bit silky ❤️

  • @sharonrodman7851
    @sharonrodman7851 4 месяца назад

    Utterly LOVE Pound Fabrics as my growing stash will testify. I'm a big plus size (UK 28) so always buy my fabric in 10m lengths so that I have plenty for a full skirt on my dresses and usually enough left over for a ruffle at the bottom or a top for either me or mum. This is the sort of thing I've created myself for sunny days in the garden, now where did that sun go.......

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Amazing 🙌🏼 add a ruffle to everything 💃🏻❤️

  • @844riks
    @844riks 4 месяца назад

    I'm downloading now! It actually works for you. I think it's a winner.

  • @AussieTracy
    @AussieTracy 4 месяца назад

    Made with a soft drapey fabric you could really dress it up for evening wear. Needs the belt for sure. It looked awesome on you.

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      I really want to make one it a silky drape fabric I think it would be good 👌🏼❤️

  • @michelleblount1336
    @michelleblount1336 4 месяца назад

    I think you look fabulous and looked super easy to make ❤

  • @adriennefranklin5986
    @adriennefranklin5986 4 месяца назад

    I've never related to a vlog more than this one! Thanks for being so real!

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      You are so welcome! Sometimes it’s a rollercoaster but we all get there in the end ❤️ keep sewing 🙌🏼

  • @dizzyquiltsandsews
    @dizzyquiltsandsews 4 месяца назад

    Loved watching this! I just discovered your channel and subscribed! You are so close to 1K. I have the same issue with the narrow shoulders and have to make the adjustment on almost all patterns. It really does make a huge difference.

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 4 месяца назад

      Thank you so much ☺️ I think I’ve finally hit 1k 🎉 ❤️

  • @HammarM
    @HammarM 4 месяца назад

    😂😂😂😂 so frustrating when it’s not working out. Been there done that 😂😂😂

  • @rosey_ie
    @rosey_ie 4 месяца назад

    😂

  • @michelleblount1336
    @michelleblount1336 4 месяца назад

    😂Omg laughing so hard.

  • @AussieTracy
    @AussieTracy 4 месяца назад

    Hahahahaha this is me trying to put them together....

  • @ShutokaJefferson
    @ShutokaJefferson 4 месяца назад

    The dress is absolutely Stunning heat job

  • @mariashattuck7117
    @mariashattuck7117 5 месяцев назад

    Omg, your dress looks lovely on you. Love the joyful colors and print. ❤️

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 5 месяцев назад

      Thank you it’s make me very happy when I put it on 🙌🏼❤️

  • @kgflcreations
    @kgflcreations 5 месяцев назад

    I really like your dress, but I agree with you that the shoulder needs to come in a bit. Now you need to sew another one to show us the changes made 😉😉😉

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 5 месяцев назад

      Ha ha now that would be a good idea - I never usually sew the same project again 🤣🤣❤️

  • @BoyNDHAZZA777
    @BoyNDHAZZA777 5 месяцев назад

    Ok

  • @dotschischloh9767
    @dotschischloh9767 5 месяцев назад

    Lovely dress. 👗 The shoulders are the hanger and it’s important that they fit correctly so the rest of the dress 😂😊👗looks like it’s the correct size. I had this cheap T-shirt that I kept reaching for. I finally realized it’s because the shoulders were in the right place made the whole outfit look good. First thing I do with a new pattern is a narrow shoulder adjustment, next is the swayback and then the length. I really really enjoy your channel.❤️🧵

    • @ChrissieMakesClothes
      @ChrissieMakesClothes 5 месяцев назад

      I never realised the shoulders could be so important . Thank you for watching ❤️