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Billie’s Sewing Corner
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Добавлен 30 апр 2019
A New York City tax lawyer learning to sew (mainly for work) in her non-billable time using fabrics made from compostable fibers in an effort to live a more natural life and to reduce the impact on the environment/wildlife/human lives from my fashion choices.
I share what I have learned about different fabric choices, correcting fitting issues, sewing/patterning techniques and design considerations that go into a well-made garment that fits well and suits the personal style of the wearer. This means that my videos tend to be more technical than a typical sew-and-tell video. So be forewarned! 😜
In the description box for each video, you will find the price breakdown and where I sourced the fabrics/notions, etc. I wish to demonstrate that a carefully-made garment using high-quality fabrics does not have to be costly.
My measurements (for UK 8, EU 34 or US -0- generally)
- height = 5’5” (165 cm)
- bust = 32A (81 cm A cup)
- waist = 26” (66 cm)
- hip = 35” (89 ccm)
I share what I have learned about different fabric choices, correcting fitting issues, sewing/patterning techniques and design considerations that go into a well-made garment that fits well and suits the personal style of the wearer. This means that my videos tend to be more technical than a typical sew-and-tell video. So be forewarned! 😜
In the description box for each video, you will find the price breakdown and where I sourced the fabrics/notions, etc. I wish to demonstrate that a carefully-made garment using high-quality fabrics does not have to be costly.
My measurements (for UK 8, EU 34 or US -0- generally)
- height = 5’5” (165 cm)
- bust = 32A (81 cm A cup)
- waist = 26” (66 cm)
- hip = 35” (89 ccm)
91. Baby Update and a Very Easy Vogue V9198 Cotton Dress
91. Baby Update and a Very Easy Vogue V9198 Cotton Dress
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90. Maternity Dresses Modified from Very Easy Vogue V9198 (Last Video Before Baby is Here!)
Просмотров 334Год назад
Cost per Garment 1. Red Polka Dot Dress - Outer fabric: 2.5 yards of 57” wide rayon viscose fabric from fabric.com (no longer operational) purchased in 2020 at $5.99/yard - Lining: 2 yards of 56” rayon challis from Fabric Wholesale Direct at $5.99/yard in the beginning of 2022 - www.fabricwholesaledirect.com/products/rayon-challis-fabric?variant=40487058124 - 4 x 11 mm red plastic buttons - $1....
89. Pussy Bow Blouse Maternity Dresses (Free Pussy Bow Blouse Pattern from Mood Sewciety)
Просмотров 400Год назад
Mood Sewciety Onella Pussy Bow Blouse Free Pattern - www.moodfabrics.com/blog/the-onella-blouse-free-sewing-pattern/ Cost per Garment 1. Navy Blue Pussy Bow Blouse Dress - Outer fabric: 2.5 yards of 57” wide rayon viscose fabric from moodfabrics.com purchased in 2020 on sale at $9.99/yard - www.moodfabrics.com/mood-exclusive-navy-savanna-spectacle-sustainable-viscose-woven-133797 - Lining: 2.5 ...
88. How to Sew Maternity Dresses from Regular T-Shirt & Pussy Bow Blouse Patterns + Chatty Update
Просмотров 500Год назад
Mood Sewciety Onella Pussy Bow Blouse Free Pattern - www.moodfabrics.com/blog/the-onella-blouse-free-sewing-pattern/ Cost per Garment 1. T-shirt Dress One yard of 100% cotton jersey from Joann's POP line at $5.99/yard (on sale in 2021) - $5.99 2. Pussy Bow Blouse Dress - Outer fabric: 3 yards of 57” wide rayon viscose fabric from fabric.com (no longer operational) purchased in 2020 at $5.99/yar...
87. Summer Tops with Fun Puffy Sleeves - from Sinclar Dress + Galaxy T-Shirt (Free Pattern)
Просмотров 3902 года назад
Sinclar Dress Pdf Pattern - www.mapetitemercerie.com/en/couture-generale-/86956-dress-sewing-pattern-robe-sinclar-couture-generale.html Galaxy T-shirt Free Pattern - patternscissorscloth.com/2020/07/09/galaxy-t-shirt-sewing-pattern/
86. Sleeveless Dresses with a Pleated Neckline and a Gathered Tiered Skirt - Wool Crepe and Cotton
Просмотров 4162 года назад
Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. White Wool Crepe Dress - Outer fabric: 1.5 yards of about 62”-wide single crepe from Mood Fabrics’ store in NYC’s garment district purchased in 2019(?) at $30/yard. - Lining: 2 yards of 45” 12 mm silk charmeuse from Dharma Trading Co. (www.dharmatr...
85. Flirty Sleeveless Summer Dresses with a Pleated Neckline and Tiered-Skirts - Quilting Cotton
Просмотров 3502 года назад
Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Lemon Dress - Outer fabric: 3 yards of 44”-wide Novelty quilting cotton from Joann.com at $4.99/yard (on sale early 2022) - www.joann.com/novelty-cotton-fabric-lemons-on-beige/16955478.html - Lining: 1.25 yards of 56” rayon challis from Fabric Whol...
84. Flirty Sleeveless Summer Dresses with Tiered Gathered Skirts - Cotton Voile & Cotton Poplin
Просмотров 5602 года назад
Tutorial on how to draft the pleated neckline bodice - ruclips.net/video/RjLSD7c9NyE/видео.html Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Ditsy Floral Tiered-Skirt Dress - Outer fabric: 2.5 yards of 57” wide cotton voile from moodfabrics.com at $11.99/yard (purchased in 2021) - no longer a...
83. My French Vacation Souvenir Dresses - Chateau de Versailles + “Toile de Jouy”-esque Cotton Duck
Просмотров 3742 года назад
Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Chateau de Versailles Tiered-Skirt Dress - Outer fabric: 2 yards of 57” wide cotton poplin from moodfabrics.com at $9,99/yard (purchased in 2020 on sale) - www.moodfabrics.com/mood-exclusive-green-jardins-de-versailles-stretch-cotton-poplin-331131 ...
82. Dresses with Pleated Neckline - Cotton Sateen Shift Dress & Carolina Herrera Floral Faille Dress
Просмотров 4092 года назад
Tutorial on how to line a sleeveless top /to insert an all-in-one facing - ruclips.net/video/wlx93fYpFOY/видео.html Tutorial on how to draft the pleated neckline bodice - ruclips.net/video/RjLSD7c9NyE/видео.html Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Cotton Sateen Shift Dress - Outer fa...
81. Dresses with Pleated Neckline Paired with Skirts from Very Easy Vogue V9197 + New Look 6843
Просмотров 3462 года назад
Tutorial on how to draft the pleated neckline bodice - ruclips.net/video/RjLSD7c9NyE/видео.html Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Black Dotted Dress - Outer fabric: 2 yards 44”-wide quilting cotton from Joann at $3.99/yard (on sale) - Lining: 1.25 yards of 56” rayon challis from Fa...
80. 1950’s-ish Sleeveless Dresses with Gathered Skirts (Vogue V9197) - Quilting Cotton & Cotton Duck
Просмотров 4842 года назад
Tutorial on how to line a sleeveless top /to insert an all-in-one facing - ruclips.net/video/wlx93fYpFOY/видео.html Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Emerald Green Daisy Print Quilting Cotton Dress - Outer fabric: just under 2 yards of about 44” wide 100% quilting cotton from Joann...
79. Yellow Cotton Poplin Floral Dresses to Raise Awareness for Endometriosis #sewyellowforendo2022
Просмотров 2932 года назад
Tutorial on how to line a sleeveless top /to insert an all-in-one facing - ruclips.net/video/wlx93fYpFOY/видео.html Cost per Garment Size 8 on regular commercial patterns. Ready-to-wear U.S. -0- or EU 34 The cost to me is rounded up to the nearest higher $0.50. 1. Cotton Poplin Floral Dress with Ruffled Cap Sleeves - Outer fabric: 1.75 yards of 54” wide 100% cotton of Telio Playtime Cotton Popl...
78. 1950’s-ish Sleeveless Dresses with Gathered Skirts (Vogue V9197) Liberty Tana Lawn & Cotton Duck
Просмотров 4702 года назад
Tutorial on how to line a sleeveless top /to insert an all-in-one facing - ruclips.net/video/wlx93fYpFOY/видео.html Introduction A New York City tax lawyer learning to sew (mainly for work) in her non-billable time using fabrics made from compostable fibers in an effort to live a more natural life and to reduce the impact on the environment/wildlife/human lives from our fashion choices. In addi...
77. How to Make a Matching Belt for Your Dresses - So Easy! 😁
Просмотров 1 тыс.2 года назад
Belt buckled used - www.amazon.com/gp/product/B07W4JVMG3/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
76. Springtime Dresses - One Pussy Bow So Many Ways! 😁 Puffy Bishop Sleeves + Yoked Gathered Skirt
Просмотров 4542 года назад
76. Springtime Dresses - One Pussy Bow So Many Ways! 😁 Puffy Bishop Sleeves Yoked Gathered Skirt
75. Springtime Outfits - One Pussy Bow Two Ways & Puffy Bishop Sleeves with Lapped Cuffs
Просмотров 5452 года назад
75. Springtime Outfits - One Pussy Bow Two Ways & Puffy Bishop Sleeves with Lapped Cuffs
74. Wool Tweed A-Line Skirt, Sweater with 3/4 Bishop Sleeves & Secret Valentine’s Day A-Line Skirt
Просмотров 7212 года назад
74. Wool Tweed A-Line Skirt, Sweater with 3/4 Bishop Sleeves & Secret Valentine’s Day A-Line Skirt
73. Megan Nielsen Acacia Panties Underwear Underpants - Pattern Review and Sew-Along #PatternReview
Просмотров 2 тыс.2 года назад
73. Megan Nielsen Acacia Panties Underwear Underpants - Pattern Review and Sew-Along #PatternReview
72. Open Neck Bow Tie Cotton Knit Tops/Dress with 3/4 Cuffed Puffy Bishop Sleeves - New Look 6246
Просмотров 2462 года назад
72. Open Neck Bow Tie Cotton Knit Tops/Dress with 3/4 Cuffed Puffy Bishop Sleeves - New Look 6246
71. Loose Turtleneck Sweaters with Cuffed Puffy Bishop Sleeves - New Look 6246 with Modifications
Просмотров 3432 года назад
71. Loose Turtleneck Sweaters with Cuffed Puffy Bishop Sleeves - New Look 6246 with Modifications
70. New Year New Pajamas (Perfect WFH Outfits If the Work Video Camera Angle is Set Just Right) 😂😂
Просмотров 2972 года назад
70. New Year New Pajamas (Perfect WFH Outfits If the Work Video Camera Angle is Set Just Right) 😂😂
69. Holiday Dresses - Hanukkah & Christmas + Year-End Charitable Giving Due Diligence
Просмотров 3072 года назад
69. Holiday Dresses - Hanukkah & Christmas Year-End Charitable Giving Due Diligence
68. Dresses with Peter Pan Collars - Quilting Cotton & Cotton Sateen
Просмотров 3022 года назад
68. Dresses with Peter Pan Collars - Quilting Cotton & Cotton Sateen
67. Dresses with Collars in a Contrasting Color - V Neck, Pointed Collar + Peter Pan Collar
Просмотров 4732 года назад
67. Dresses with Collars in a Contrasting Color - V Neck, Pointed Collar Peter Pan Collar
66. Patterning - How to Turn a Shift Dress into a Separate Bodice/Skirt + Other Fit Adjustments
Просмотров 7282 года назад
66. Patterning - How to Turn a Shift Dress into a Separate Bodice/Skirt Other Fit Adjustments
65. Make That Look - Alessandra Rich-Inspired Dresses (Free Oversized Pointed Collar Pattern) - 2
Просмотров 4042 года назад
65. Make That Look - Alessandra Rich-Inspired Dresses (Free Oversized Pointed Collar Pattern) - 2
64. Make That Look - Alessandra Rich-Inspired Dresses (Free Oversized Pointed Collar Pattern) - 1
Просмотров 3772 года назад
64. Make That Look - Alessandra Rich-Inspired Dresses (Free Oversized Pointed Collar Pattern) - 1
63. Summer Cotton Shirts + Fitted Mood Sewciety Onella Pussy Bow Blouse (Free Sewing Pattern)
Просмотров 6842 года назад
63. Summer Cotton Shirts Fitted Mood Sewciety Onella Pussy Bow Blouse (Free Sewing Pattern)
62. Technique - How to Line a Collared Shirt Dress - 1950’s-ish Pointed Collar Shirt Dress
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 года назад
62. Technique - How to Line a Collared Shirt Dress - 1950’s-ish Pointed Collar Shirt Dress
Beautiful congratulations 😊. Please come back. We miss you. Let us know how a lawyer works, sees and looks after a little one lol. Amazing!
Hi Billy. I’ve watched all of your videos and loved them. Along with other RUclipsrs, encouraged me to try 🪡 🧵 😊 I came imagine being a lawyer and a mum leaves little time for sewing lol. But just to say, love your channel. And if you ever return, we’ll be happy to see your new videos 😊
A fantastic sew along. I have just found in my stash a half finished dress using this pattern. I had traced the pattern (luckily) but I can’t find the original or the instructions, so your sew along is a complete life saver! Thank you so much. I will be following you regularly now that I have found you! Pat
Sounds great! 🥰
What a cutie pie! Congratulations! ❤ God Bless!!
Thank you! 😊
very cute pajamas love the daises.
Excellent work. Love the coat. I have this pattern.
Thank you! 😊
I didn't understand how you did the lining to the sleeves and turn itbout
Could you dub soft music where there is currently sewing machine noise?
I don’t understand when you say attach the lining to the outer fabric.Do you not attack the lining to the inside of the dress not the outside.
Thank you Billie! I’m sewing a button front skirt out of white rayon and was looking for instructions on how to line it. Your video explained it so clearly I know just what to do now! I’m so glad I found your channel.
So glad! 😘
I bought this pattern after watching this - very inspiring. I especially love the Ikea dress. :) I think I like the short sleeves even better than the longer sleeves, thought they're great too. Like the idea of the silk slip and the silk lining. BTW the camouflage dress is gorgeous but I don't think the colours suit you as well as the others. Maybe you need something bright red or yellow with it?
Thank you! I think red suits me!
would love to see move Dye work. The use of the Green color Shoe Cream made the Navy blue outstanding.
Love Your Dye Work 😁
Hi, Do you give sewing courses?
I’m rewatching this video and wishing you and baby Happy 2024! 🎉🥰💕
Thank you! I hope to be able to post an update video next month when the baby turns one!
very helpful
Thank you! 😘
Oh I wish I had found this last year! My wee one is coming up on ten months! Would have been great to know this while pregnant x
I hope your little one is doing well! 😘
Beautifully explained and one of the most useful and clearly explained video I've ever found on RUclips. Thank you❤
Thank you!!! 😘
I love the dresses and the green one is adorable with the doggies on it ❤ so cute.
Thank you! 😘
Looking forward to making these.....thank you so much for sharing 😊
You are so welcome! 😘
Beautiful job, Billie! They are lovely.
Thank you!!! 😘
I prefer this pattern for its lower neckline compared to many others I've obained on Burda, Vogue and McCall's. So thank you for making it up. I didn't know of Mood patterns until recently.
So glad! This is one of my all time favorite pattern! I made so many clothes based off this pattern! 😘
About to follow all your advice, but can't find Mood's fabric layout anywhere on the site. Do they just expect you to figure it out? Did you cut the tie on the bias or straight grain. Judging by you fabric the birds are straight, (on the grain.) Also, have you tried the hack where you eliminate the button placket by cutting the front on the fold? This hack is linked on the Mood site. Thanks, Billie! @@billiessewingcorner7213
Thanks so much for doing variations which I find very useful. And btw, your Emmanuelle Georgette is a very beautiful little girl. Enjoy every precious minute with her as they grow up so fast, in my experience.
Thank you! I shall! 😁
I downloaded the pattern. I have a fabric “Feeling Groovy” that is perfect for it. Planning to sew it in a week or sew. The buttons will be fabric covered buttons (flowers from the fabric).exciting!
So glad! 😁
This is so helpful, thank you for this video and sharing the pattern! So flattering on you too, I agree with the changes you made like the smaller keyhole, I think it makes it look very harmonious.
So glad! 😘
Thank you, that was a great tutorial.
Thank you! 😘
Big congratulations Billies, am happy for you.
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations! She is so precious ❤
Thank you! 😘
Thank you for this! I'm planning to sew a lined collar shirt dress for the first time (and first time sewing something lined) so this has been a great help and confidence booster! :)
So glad! 😘
Congratulations Billie! Your daughter is adorable.
Thank you! She is 4 months old now! 😁
This is exactly the expanation I was searching for, you are really saving me here. Thank you!!
You’re welcome! 😘
Congratulations she’s beautiful x
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations on your baby girl! I’ve missed you and could not find your videos. Glad you popped up today.
Thank you!!! 😘
hi, Billie! So nice to see you and the baby. I love the name Emmie! Congratulations!!! She's adorable. HAPPY MOTHER'S DAY!!
Thank you, Jane!!! 😘😘😘
A big thank-you for all the goodwill you have sent my way! I’m truly touched by the warmth and love that you have shown me! Forgot to say that while I would like to lose my pregnancy weight ASAP, it is not a priority as my focus is to produce enough milk for my daughter. I feel truly blessed that my daughter is happy and healthy. 😘😘😘
Congratulations and Happy Mother's Day to you. Your daughter is adorable.
Thank you!!! 😘
Happy Mother’s Day Billie! So amazing to see you again. Please don’t worry about the weight gain/loss when nursing as nursing requires a lot of calories. I too gained 50 pounds (was quite worried at first) with my baby and lost all plus extra due to nursing and the daily exercise of carrying around a growing tot! You will have great arms sooner than you think, 😅! ❤❤❤❤❤
So true! I can feel my arms have definitely gotten stronger! 😜. Happy Mother’s Day! 💐
Happy Mother's Day
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations and Happy 1st Mother’s Day! It’s so nice to see you again 🥰 The dress is super cute!
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations ❤❤❤
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations on your beautiful daughter and thank you for the update. I wish you many continued blessings. Happy mother's day!
Thank you!!! 😘
Congratulations! Your daughter is beautiful!!! There's no greater joy in life than having a daughter that will love you unconditionally for the rest of your life. Enjoy her. I'm so very glad you're back with us. You've been missed a lot. I was in NYC the first week of April and thought about you when I visited Mood Fabrics and Metro Textiles. Happy Mother's Day to you and wishes for many many more to come. (It only gets better).
Hi Belle - while packing my fabrics for the upcoming move, I realized I probably have enough fabrics to last for a very LONG time! 😜. Thank you for your kind words! 😘😘😘
Congratulations Billie and Happy Mother’s Day!! She is beautiful! You were definitely busy…having baby, working and sewing. I could never do what you did- especially not within that time frame. Thank you for sharing all the details. I’m a 55yr old woman without kids, so I can’t imagine what women go through to have a baby. To be honest… it always scared me. I give so much praise to all the moms in the world 🥇 Glad to see you dancing again. Hope to see more of you and Emmie(hope I spelled her name correctly) when you have the time 💕
Thank you!!! 😘. Actually pregnancy and giving birth seem easy now in hind sight when compared with taking care of a newborn! 😂. That said, I really enjoy being a mother. It is such a wonderful feeling when Emmy smiles at me! 😘😘😘
Congratulations on a beautiful baby girl! I had mine early December and I can tell you that it will get easier. You’re doing a really great job!! Enjoy these moments because they grow up so quickly! ❤️❤️
Thank you!!! 😘. That is what my OB says - enjoy the baby! 😘😘😘
Congratulations! I've been thinking about you and hoping all was well with you and the baby. Best of luck on your move.
Thank you!!! 😘
What a doll! She is gorgeous! I am glad you are back.
Thank you!!! 😘
Your daughter is beautiful and you look happy.
Thank you!!! 😘. I am happy when she is happy! 😁
Congratulations. Happy Mothers Day tomorrow. Thank you for sharing. The dress is cute and I hope you are getting rest.
Thank you!!! 😘 She is sleeping well so I’m very lucky!
I was just thinking of you yesterday. Congratulations and thank God for a safe delivery.
Thank you!!! 😘. Yes I’m very lucky to have access to excellent medical care. 😁
🎉🎉 congratulations, what a blessing
Thank you!!! 😘 Indeed!