MY FIRST YEAR SEWING | Everything I made! | TRY ON + CHAT
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- Опубликовано: 1 окт 2024
- It’s been a very productive first year of dedicated sewing, and I’m SO pumped to share everything I made with you guys! Hang out with me while I chat all about the process and details of all of my makes over the past year. While I still consider myself a confident beginner sewist, I have learned an unbelievable number of new skills, thanks to all the wonderful tutorials and patterns I’ve followed!
I can’t wait to take these lessons into year two!
PATTERN LINKS will be in the comments!
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PATTERN LINKS:
1. Gingham Puffy Top - www.etsy.com/listing/1141653314/puffy-dress-indie-sewing-pattern?click_key=15be6097e26926951213f431d7886e2fefeb277b%3A1141653314&click_sum=b61de79d&ref=search2_top_narrowing_intent_modules_top_rated-2&sts=1
2. Gingham toddler dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1147189030/lucy-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern-sizes-6-9m?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=paperdollpattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
3. Red tie back midi dress- www.etsy.com/listing/1340562820/1xl-5xl-slip-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern-3?click_key=f2725d7f6e195e49a655eb7c525aa66ce6f3a6be%3A1340562820&click_sum=3d37f737&ga_search_query=tie%2Bdress&ref=shop_items_search_2
4. Seersucker striped tie back midi dress - linked above. (See #3)
5. Tie back white linen tank- self drafted.
6. Satin puffy top - linked above. (See #1)
7. Seersucker tie back top - www.etsy.com/listing/1009687420/sewing-pattern-for-women-sewing-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=olivia+top+pattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
8. White stretchy tank - self drafted.
9. Tie back terra cotta satin top - linked above. (See #7)
10. Silky ruffle hem wrap skirt - www.madelabel.co/patterns/frankie-wrap-skirt
11. Drawstring sage green dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1264825863/low-cut-neckline-gathers-dress-pattern?click_key=6e99202f9f165e38aeb0875f7265a1a369848197%3A1264825863&click_sum=c85461bb&ref=shop_home_active_5&crt=1
12. Printed stretch twisty top (added 2 inches of length!) - www.etsy.com/listing/1227537319/asymmetric-cross-shoulder-crop-top-pdf?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=makeityoursthelabel&ref=sr_gallery-1-3&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
13. Printed stretch flare pants - www.etsy.com/listing/1046680815/high-waist-flare-pants-pdf-sewing?click_key=8d77625f4fdb2fa4aeab34bb826e1e2ab2c67e43%3A1046680815&click_sum=47750031&ref=shop_home_feat_2&sts=1
14. Pastel purple twisty top (added 2 inches of length!) - linked above. (See #12)
15. Paisley toddler dress - linked above (See #2)
16. Satin cowl camisole - www.etsy.com/listing/874211425/cowl-neck-cami-top-digital-pdf-sewing?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=kiana+bonollo&ref=sr_gallery-1-41&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
17. White slip dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1046564488/celeste-cowl-neck-slip-dress-sewing?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=celeste+slip+dress+pattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&pro=1&organic_search_click=1
18. White linen tie back dress - linked above. (See #3)
19. Green plaid puffy top - linked above. (See #1)
20. Black cross front long sleeve top - www.etsy.com/listing/968132648/womens-wrap-front-top-pdf-sewing-pattern?click_key=47cdcd2f40d9ad4940f9374aa1dae0c014d1a3bf%3A968132648&click_sum=64cbe3c6&ref=shop_home_active_4&pro=1
21. Red cross front long sleeve top - linked above. (See #20)
22. Knotted floral blouse - www.etsy.com/listing/1126696139/lucy-blouse-sewing-pattern-with-tutorial?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=vikisews+blouse&ref=sr_gallery-1-26&pro=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
23. Floral tiered midi skirt - self drafted.
24. Tweed pinafore dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1343382066/deep-neckline-dress-sewing-pattern-xs?click_key=c850843aef10e48b932a164142516539941ccb3a%3A1343382066&click_sum=0dfb8c25&ga_search_query=deep&ref=shop_items_search_1&pro=1
25. Silver metallic holiday dress - www.etsy.com/listing/834358764/slip-dress-pattern-cowl-neck-dress?click_key=aecb422ec5cf85b1835703ff0b040880b4bc4758%3A834358764&click_sum=e9062db2&ref=search2_top_narrowing_intent_modules_top_rated-1
26. Floral bias cut silky slip dress - linked above (See #25)
27. Red plaid toddler pinafore dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1146512868/amy-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern-sizes-6-9m?click_key=85e35386cc5accdeb82c60830a62569d8c8f0e2f%3A1146512868&click_sum=f6d9927f&ref=search2_top_narrowing_intent_modules_top_rated-4&sts=1
28. Pineapple under the sea SpongeBob costume - self drafted.
29. Canvas banana bag / sling bag / fanny pack - www.etsy.com/listing/1346448784/banana-bag-indie-sewing-pattern-easy?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=banana+bag+pattern+sewing&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
30. Gray denim banana bag / sling bag / fanny pack- linked above. (See #29)
31. Blue denim banana bag / sling bag / fanny pack - linked above. (See #29)
32. Mens floral linen short sleeved button down - www.etsy.com/listing/683194924/tropical-shirt-sewing-pattern-and-video?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=wardrobebyme&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&bes=1&organic_search_click=1
33. Beige knit loose fit wrap top - www.etsy.com/listing/782957706/dolman-loose-fit-wrap-top-pattern-pdf?click_key=72be1fb4bd5ba9a2f5beb252ba8e071c914733ad%3A782957706&click_sum=9bd68f12&ga_search_query=dolman&ref=shop_items_search_3&crt=1
34. Green cozy dolman sleeve wrap top - linked above. (See #33)
35. Mens gold block printed tropical button down shirt - linked above. (See #32)
36. Toddler bunny dress - www.etsy.com/listing/1146512868/amy-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern-sizes-6-9m?click_key=860e8f1845472a739ac44ec7b45ec3d831514740%3A1146512868&click_sum=f83bab84&ref=search2_top_narrowing_intent_modules_top_rated-4&sts=1
37. Pink plaid baby sundress - linked above. (See #2)
38. Pink plaid baby bloomers - www.etsy.com/listing/902054233/freya-bloomers-pdf-sewing-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=ohmeohmy+bloomers&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&etp=1&organic_search_click=1
39. White botanical print linen baby bloomers - linked above. (See #38)
40. White botanical print linen tie shoulder dress - linked above (See #2)
41. Brick red boatneck crop tank top - www.etsy.com/listing/1240178163/kate-tank-top-katediytop-digital-sewing?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=kate+tank+top+pattern&ref=sr_gallery-1-2&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
42. Tan high neck rib knit tank top - linked above. (See #41)
43. Navy boatneck stretch tank top - linked above. (See #41)
44. Black and white floral long strap mini slip dress - linked above. (See #25)
45. Black bunny stuffed animal with dress - www.etsy.com/listing/894946941/bunny-with-dress-instant-download-sewing?click_key=bdc09753c60c39d6196e6b3b8730a35228a040a6%3A894946941&click_sum=a50a0c08&ref=shop_home_feat_5&bes=1
46. White bunny plush toy - linked above (See #45)
47. Patterned rabbit stuffed animal - linked above (See #45)
48. Couch pillow covers - self drafted.
49. Duffel bag - www.etsy.com/listing/1150616812/canvas-duffle-bag-canvas-bag-gym-bag?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=tytka+studio&ref=sr_gallery-1-3&bes=1&sts=1&organic_search_click=1
50. Boxy zip pouches - www.etsy.com/listing/955957626/boxy-pouch-sewing-pattern-dopp-kit?click_key=ef10a790d9be69c1eb9fa96f8c4ae2b2c25f2e31%3A955957626&click_sum=3571afd8&ref=shop_home_active_29&crt=1&sts=1
51. Wine tote - www.etsy.com/listing/1294575912/wine-holder-tote-wine-bag-pdf-sewing?click_key=22004fafcd23d86c0f599aacf806449794201d59%3A1294575912&click_sum=18138217&ga_search_query=wine&ref=shop_items_search_1&bes=1&sts=1
52. Craft cases - cool-stitches.com/shop/craft-case-pdf-pattern/
53. Leather business card holder - self drafted.
54. Olive green floral slip dress - linked above. (See #25)
I’m trying to find your pinafore top pattern. Can you give me link.
Thank you 😍
As a guy that sews, I enjoyed you making things for Patrick. There is tons of content for sewing dresses, skirts, etc. and I’ve learned a lot of techniques from those videos. But there’s not a lot of men’s clothing. Thank you, and thank you for sewing things for others.
I guess I never thought about that! I see so much sewing content here, and I never really noticed it’s primarily women’s clothing. I’ll absolutely be making more stuff for Patrick, so I’ll try to keep including those! Thanks so much for watching!
Thank you! Looking forward to it.
I love tock customs for menswear! Not to redirect to another channel but I think they’re complimentary
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I love how compassionate you are to yourself! You have such a great and positive attitude toward your past self and your past abilities, as well as things that aren't 'perfect' but you love just the same!
That's so sweet, thank you! I find it so satisfying to compare newer projects to older ones. Tangible progress it the best!
I've been doing art my whole life, so I guess I've just been practicing the compassion part for a long time. haha I cringe when I see some of the old art I made and was proud of at one point, but if I hadn't ever made it, how would I be making the stuff I'm making now?! It really keeps me motivated.
Thanks so much for watching 💕
Hi I’m a Granny who hasn’t sewn for 25 years … but I just dusted off my machine and gonna start sewing again.
My favorite things were your baby’s dresses, black and white dress with the Paris fabric and the shirts you made for ur husband. Your custom wardrobe looks great on u! Thanks for sharing! (And yes I watched all the way to the end) ❤
Oh my gawd, I'm soooo impressed. It's official, I'm scared of failure! I bought a great sewing machine and all I do is read "how to" books. Jeeeez. Look at you and all those fantastic, sexy tops that look lovely on you. I'm INSPIRED.
Thank you!! ☺️
People learn in all sorts of different ways! I’ve had lots of fun learning by doing.
I feel like since you’ve read so many books, you’ll have so much useful knowledge when you start actually doing it!
Your pattern choices are so fun and unexpected. Many of them I’ve never seen before - such a treat!
Thank you!! I usually find most of them on Etsy, and I’ve found there are so many great independent pattern makers there!
I feel like learning more about how to dress for my body type has helped me narrow down which popular patterns will and won’t suit me well. It has kind of forced me to do a little extra digging. I’m glad to hear I introduced you to a few new ones! ☺️
I am so happy to see someone so excited about her sewing journey. I am up in years now, but I remember when I first decided to teach myself to sew, there was no stopping me. I would make my own patterns or maybe draft two different patterns for a completely different look. The whole idea is it gives you a chance to express your individuality! And I think you've created some terrific items. Keep up your great work!
Thanks so much! It’s been so fun and I’ve been surprised with how hooked on it I’ve become. I’d love to learn how to draft my own patterns someday. That’s amazing you can do that! It really makes the possibilities endless. I’m sure you’ve made some beautiful things!
You're so prolific! I've been sewing for over 20 years and I'm really inspired by your makes!
Thanks so much! That’s awesome! I can’t wait to look back in 20 years at what I’ve made. I bet you’ve made some beautiful things and have learned so much!!
I’m so impressed! I love that you’ve recreated the same patterns a number of times with small tweaks to make it more you or change the look - I think this is such a great way to improve and I will be taking a leaf out of your book when approaching my projects this year
Thank you!!
I know many people suggest making toiles when they’re using a new pattern, but I don’t feel like I have the patience to spend that much time on something I know for sure I won’t wear! I’m usually pretty curious how different types fabrics will change the whole look of the same pattern. It’s been so fun!
Glad you were inspired! Thanks for watching! ☺️
This is such an insane flex. I kinda want to learn now. 😊
Haha thank you!! ☺️ You totally should!
You should feel very proud of yourself and everything you have learned and accomplished. For a beginning sewist, you tackled some intimidating patterns. I especially like the dresses you made for your daughter.
Thank you so much! 😊
The dark red dress with the white print is the bomb. You have a talent for picking out the right fabric for the right pattern.
Thanks so much! ☺️
Amazing...you are very productive and brave. As a woman of a certain age, who's been sewing for about 60 years, I am very impressed with you. I think you look much better in all the colors that would be considered to be in the Winter palette. (Pure cool jewel tones, pure white, pure black, navy, etc.) Especially stunning in the last dress: the black and white floral (Paris) short dress! The other colors in the Autumn and Spring palettes definitely wash you out, at least on my monitor. Find a color analyst and get it done! Try using a Teflon presser foot for sewing leather. Yes, I watched the entire video. Great production quality.
Thanks so much! 😊
Color analysis has been so confusing, and you're right, I think my camera settings make it even trickier. Even when I'm shooting in manual, I have auto white balance, which can make me appear warmer or cooler on camera, depending what is surrounding me.
In person, I have pretty obvious warm tones, but I do think my undertone is actually pretty neutral. I tan really easily, so I usually have a pretty apparent warm overtone, as well as a lot of warm red tones in my hair, making my overall appearance warm. Most would think I'd be soft autumn since I'm neutral/warm, but to your point, I do think my level of contrast requires deeper and lighter tones, and medium/soft tones can make me look pretty washed out. I've done some at home draping, and I find that a lot of deep autumn colors (the deep ones as well as the much lighter ones) are some of the most flattering on me, but I don't fit the description for a deep season! The more saturated true autumn colors are friendly to me, as well as a few true summer colors as well. I guess I think of myself as a soft season because I do have a muted quality to my skin, lips, and eyes (they're grayish blue/green) but my overall contrast is medium/high, especially because I have pretty dark eyebrows.
I love the black and white dress! While I do feel like I can pull of higher contrast, I think its worth noting that I'm wearing makeup in this video, so the black and white looks a lot better on me than it would if I were bare-faced. I don't think there'd ever be a scenario in which I'd wear that dress with no makeup though, so it works out! Makeup is such a helpful tool when it comes to wearing colors well that fall outside our natural palette. I love that I can disguise myself as a winter if I want to!
I used to dye my hair dark and wear winter makeup to go with a lot of my black work clothes, and it definitely helped, but now that I look back at old photos, I just remember how much work it was to disguise my natural coloring for so long! Thinking of doing a video showing all my hair colors over the years. Could be fun!
Anyway, thanks so much for watching!!
Her makeup in the video is warm but I also felt she looked best in winter tones, specifically icy pastel colours. I didn't see her as an autumn either, as to me those tones wash her out. I thought she was definitely a lighter version of winter/darker summer but she will know what she feels attractive in.
I'm team Autumn, only because I am a mid-contrast autumn myself and I am also going through the process of figuring out why certain colours can be borrowed from other areas. I think that deep winter shades may suit you because Deep Autumns can borrow from them? But thats why I loved your tie dying video because i have also this cool toned stone neutral top that i HATE and now i wonna dye it brown haha
From the thorough try-ons, to the detailed explanations, and not to mention all the gorgeous patterns, just wow girl. I love this video, it's everythinggg!
You’re too kind!! Thanks so much! ☺️
I hope when our country resumes its sanity we will return to Home Ec classes. So much can be learned by proper education in home sewing and cooking skills. Imagine a fun class on up cycling garments after basic sewing skills are learned in semester one. After my first year I took summer classes with a neighborhood lady. One of my fondest memories.
I wish this was a requirement. Just a class where you learn basic life things to take care of yourself. Basic cooking, sewing, laundry. I know way too many people, particularly grown men, who are just clueless on this stuff. I recently had to explain to a friend that you have to empty the lint from the dryer. He is 22. Lol
I did home ec in school, and while i thought it was fun to sew a pillowcase into a backpack and make pancakes, i could have learned all that from a youtube video. I definitely think there should be a "basic necessity skills" class, especially for those kids whose parents are not showing them how to do laundry or cook, but I'm not sure making it compulsory for everyone is gonna make anyone more competent. I remember the pancake recipe yes for sure, but I also am terrible at math and taxes and financing lol
I’m actually a family and consumer science teacher (previously known as home economics) and have found that these classes (life skills) don’t benefit everyone sadly! Some kids love it and it will probably benefit their life’s, but for the majority, it’s just a class they want to be done with so that they never have to do it again 😅
Oh my goodness, this is terrifying! He's so lucky you gave him the heads up!
Yes, we had a lifeskill class too, but we primarily learned table manners, how to make a smoothie, and table setting. It would've been helpful to learn how to change oil, budget, food safety?! haha
I just can't 😂 the Spongebob costume you made for your daughter is SO cute, I love it! Also, great job. I can't believe you're a beginner at sewing. Your wardrobe is so pretty and it makes me more excited to try out sewing, once i get a machine. I was afraid i wouldnt be able to produce anything id want to wear within the first year 😅 you've given me hope that thet might not be the case lol
Yay, thanks!! I’m happy you got a kick out of that! She insisted on being a kitty cat this year, which wasn’t quite as exciting to design, but turned out equally cute! Haha
I’m so excited for you to start sewing!! It does take a bit of patience and getting to know your machine, but there are so many resources out there to help! I feel like what really helped me to start making things I actually wore was taking my time and trying to enjoy the process rather than rushing to the end! Mistakes are inevitable, no matter how long someone’s been doing it, so be easy on yourself!Sewing is SO fun, and I hope you end up loving it too!
@@madewithrach Thanks so much! I really appreciate your encouragement and thoughtful comment. 🤗
That was just fabulous, Rachel. You are doing a great job. The best thing is your generosity. Everything you made I just loved. Oh to be your age again. I have been sewing since I was a child and have loved it all my 73 years. Greetings from Sydney ❤️🇦🇺🦘
Thank you so much!! Wow, that’s amazing! I hope I can keep doing it as long as you have. I’m sure you’ve made so many beautiful things!!
Thanks so much for watching! 💕
Eyy similar story here, during the pandemic I feel like I lost my style and I wasn’t shopping cus there was no where to go lol! Then when I went back to the stores, everything went down in quality so much that I decided I can sew things better AND from nice COTTON sheets than the synthetic crap they were trying to sell me! 😅
You have impeccable taste and know exactly what looks good on you. You also look like you could be related to the (equally very) elegant Kate Middleton!
Wow you’re so sweet, thank you! ☺️
What a great wardrobe! Friday pattern company has some patterns that look like your style.
Thank you!! Oh yeah, I’ve recently come across their Heather blazer pattern, and I’m trying to decide if I want to make it! I love the style, but I’m just not sure if I want it fully lined. Have you used their patterns before? I should definitely check out the others.
@@madewithrach They are really well drafted and have great instructions. I have made the Saguaro pants and top (the top was not for me but my DIL) and the Donny top. But the saturday skirt set and the saquaro set look like your vibe.
I am so glad the algorithm sent me this video!! I lose my sewing motivation semi-often but videos like yours help bring it back
That makes me SO happy to hear, thank you!! I think it can be really great to take breaks from things from time to time to explore other hobbies.
It's so cool to hear that my videos inspire you to jump back into sewing, and I hope you do!
@@madewithrach aha I did actually make a sling bag from BagyBags on Etsy and a Willis top from seamwork this weekend! 🥰 tysm!!
This was a very fun video to watch. I'm a knitter/sewist/gardener with a 9 month old and had so much fun watching all your makes while finishing a sweater my MIL started for my husband 35 years ago. This year I plan on sewing a lot more since it's so much faster than knitting, considering how little time I have with darling baby boy. Congrats on all your progress!
Wow that’s so special that you’re finishing that sweater! 🥹 What a lucky boy!
And yes, one of my closest friends knits, and I was thinking about taking it up too, but I don’t feel like I have the time or patience! Sewing is so satisfying for me because I can make something in a couple days, rather than the months it would take to knit! Haha
It’s so great you’re making sure to maintain your own hobbies while being a new parent. It’s a hard balance, but SO worth it. 💕
Great video, just love everything about it!
Im so excited for this video and im loving watching your sewing journey so far. Seems like i picked up sewing around the same time you did and i just love seeing what you make. Hope you have a fabulous week ahead
Oh that’s so awesome! Thanks so much for being here watching my videos! ☺️
Starting out is so fun because I feel like I’m learning so much every time I make something. So fun we’re in the same stage!
@@madewithrach yes definitely every project you learn something new and it's at the stage where things turn out well and are so rewarding. I look forward to your future videos
Wow so many beautiful makes!! Well done!!
Thanks so much!
All these backless tops are unsuitable for people with large boobs I would be so scared to wear 😭 but I have my eye on those starter dresses good job
Ah yes, I get that! I try to take full advantage of having a small chest by making tons of backless things! It helps me to be more confident with what I've got (or don't got, I guess. haha)
I hope you try the dresses you think suit you!
Make a slope dress for yourself, make a pattern out of it and you won't be bothered about other patterns not fitting you, because you will be able to self draft any with the right fit from the slope dress
It's really usefull and will save you a lot of money and unexpected surprises)
Oh I’ve never heard of this, and just looked it up!! I’m intrigued, thanks so much!
You made a lot of beautiful things. I love the tropical shirt too for my husband. He isn't slim like your husband, but he is tall and it looks great on him too. I made it as a pajama shirt first, and then with some white fabric with a silver pinstripe and a textured pinstripe through it, because he needed a dressy shirt but doesn't like to tuck it in, so this pattern was perfect for it. Now I still want to make him a couple in maybe a cotton or linen that are more casual.
Thank you!! I never thought of using that pattern for a pajama shirt. That’s a great idea! It’s so fun to see how you can make so many different types of shirt with the same pattern, just because of fabric choice.
Everything you made compliments your shape really well. I would have never even looked at some of that fabric, but it looks good. Have you ever thought about getting some thrifted items and remaking them into something else?? Very inspiring.
Thank you so much!! Being able to choose fabric for all my handmade clothes is one of my favorite things about sewing ☺️
I’d love to do some thrift flips at some point! I find fabric and linens at thrift stores and repurpose them sometimes, but for some reason the idea of buying a finished garment and changing it is more intimidating to me than making something from scratch! I need to get over it and give it a try!
All of your pieces are so beautiful. They’re impeccable to me 😅. I have made one circle skirt for my 4 year old and I keep looking for new things to make but I am so clueless that I’m almost frozen and can’t seem to start!
I really hope to finally dive deep into sewing and make clothes for myself. This has inspired me so much!
Yay, I love hearing that! It’s so worth the time and effort to be able to wear things you made yourself!
I LOVE your satin cream top... you look great in that style! Thanks for sharing your sewing projects with us.
Thanks so much, I love a good cowl neck top! I really should make it again and try to figure out where I went wrong with the back measurement. Your comment is encouragement enough for me to take a second whack at it!
What an impressive video. Fabulous makes. You are very talented and also very generous with your time. I loved every minute ❤
Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed! ☺️
And btw you learned quickly how to sew really well! You’re inspiring me to stop being afraid to just go for it. My ultimate goal is different in being 50s dresses and clothing, overall, but to even learn to so the things that you have made in that level would be a step towards that. Thank you so much for this video.
Thanks so much! I’m so glad to hear my videos are inspiring to you! I know everyone learns differently, but I’ve found just going for it and learning by doing has been affective for me! I feel more confident with each project, and even when things don’t look perfect, it’s still fun to be able to wear the projects I’m learning with!
That’s so cool you’re interested in making specifically 50s clothing! I’m sure you’ll learn all sorts of really unique techniques that way!
Good luck with your sewing adventures!
Great vlog. Lots of gorgeous garments. Have you tried any Tilly and the Buttons patterns they explain so well.
Thank you!!
I haven’t yet, but I have actually been curious to try an overalls pattern from them. So good to know they have good instructions!
Beautiful. You used nice fabrics and colors, that I love. It's great that you know what's nice on you. You are so inspirative, thank you.
Thanks so much! So happy to hear it inspired you. Being able to choose fabric for each garment is one of my favorite things about making my own clothes!
Thank you so much for taking the time to make such a beginner-informative video!!! I have been sewing mine and my toddler girls clothing for the last six months regularly and I have learned so much each and every project! I have taken notes from your video and am now learning how to properly cutting bias tape, researching a French seems, and “hidden” seem too! Many other things I have learned from your video! I appreciate you also adding in the pattern names as well and have taken down names of ones I plan on sewing myself now! All-around wonderful video. Thank you again! 🧵😊
This is such an amazing assortment of garments, you should be very proud!
About the white slip dress at about 23 minutes, you might benefit from doing a sway-back adjustment to get rid of the zipper ripple on future projects, it will shorten the back center line to hug your spine more.
Thank you for sharing your projects with us!
Thanks so much!!
Ah yes I need to do that! I had never heard of a sway back until recently, and you’ve explained it so well! I’ll definitely have to do that.
I remember when I was getting married, my dress tailor was having such a hard time getting my dress to hug the curve of my lower spine. This must have been why!
Thanks so much for watching! ☺️
Very inspiring. What sewing machine do you use?
Thank you! I use the BL9. It’s a super simple mechanical machine, and I love it! So reliable!
Just discovered your channel, you are so inspirational and for a beginner so impressed. Your choice of styles and variety of fabrics is a talent in itself. Your fun lighthearted personality shines through and your video was a delight to watch. I am a ripe senior of 70 and sewed a lot back in the day for myself and my kids, and yes made a white satin 'disco' shirt for my husband, that he actually wore lol. You have inspired me to begin sewing again. Keep up the great videos, and sharing your talent. You look so stylish and classy at the same time....👍
Thank you so much, you’re so kind! Being able to choose fabric for each project is one of my favorite parts! ☺️
It makes me so happy to hear my video has inspired you to pick up sewing again!
Ugh that terra cotta skirt and loose blouse combo is to die for! So cute. This video definitely got me feeling extra-inspired to start sewing again
Thanks so much! It always makes me so happy to hear, and I hope you do!
I have some clothes that I want to alter to designs that I like more. Thank you for reminding me that perfection isn't necessary. I am excited to go sew now. 😊
Just discovering you and subscribed.. I really would like to learn how to sew. I will purchase a sewing machine soon. ( I have a little knowledge though)
You motivate me even more! Thank you.
Really good job, you look adorable in everything made!
Thanks so much! ☺️
It was really not hard sticking here up to the end. All you made is adorable! And you learnt it by just trying it?! I cannot imagine…. By the way, you (and your husband) are also adorable. The clothes look so beautiful on you. And I loved the patterns you have chosen. I still cannot understand how you could learn that without visiting an extra sewing class… unbelievable! I am looking forward to watch more from you. Unfollow I am from Europe and my English is not good enough to follow patterns in your language. But nevertheless I know, when I will be in the US in autumn I have to buy some patterns. I mean Google may help me ;) , hopefully. I have never seen a fabric store besides JoAnn, but I hope by watching more of you videos and read the further information there will be named some shops. As by most of the fabric I do not really know what it is, so it would be important to be able to touch the fabric before I buy it. The last thing I would like to mention for today is that I am very very happy that you did not film your daughter. It may sound strange, but - you know - at the end is her decision to have pictures of herself online and she can’t decide it at her young age.
It was more than great to watch your video (it was the first for me) and it touched me. Me myself are too old for those clothes but I have a daughter and I am looking forward tomsewing something for her, not only always bags or pillows…., you know what I mean. Thanks a lot for sharing all this. I am looking forward to watching more from you💕
The Navy blue ribbed tank top around 49:15 actually really compliments you, with your skin tones it went really nice.
I just stumbled across your youtube. This video in particular is so inspiring for me! I have been sewing for almost two years but I am still pretty new because I don't have a lot of time to consistently sew, however I am getting there!! My question is, did you or do you make mock ups before you have made these peices? They are absolutly stunning, even the ones you said have flaws!! I am sooo nervous to use my good fabric!! Do you just jump right into these creations with the fabric you have used for them or do you make a mock up first? Thank you!!
You mentioned being a true autumn, but i would say spring(still a warm undertone). The spring colors really brighten and clear your complexion and make you stand out! Beautiful job on all the pieces.
I am planning to take a class this Spring on how to use a sewing machine. Your first pieces are beautiful!! I am such a difficult fit. I am hoping I can make some pieces that I feel comfortable in. The Champagne shirt isn't "obnoxious." It's fancy!! : ) Though I think you would look good wearing a paper-bag, all your items and very thoughtful gifts came out so nice!!
Oh that’s so exciting! I hope you end up loving it! I’d love to get better at tailoring my garments to fit perfectly too. I spent my first year kind of making adjustable and really forgiving garments, but being able to fit things perfectly would be amazing!
And THANK YOU! I love that champagne top but I’m sometimes afraid it’s a little too flashy! 🙈 You’re so sweet.
Myyy heaaart!
First time coming across sweetheart @rachel and... SO wholesome! How she spins to the next outfit for a transition. And SPONGEBOB'S HOUUUSE! My heart can NOT. And then... Your man joining and modeling his shirt... Wow! Wow! He is a legend for that.
Thank you very much for this video, Rachel. I am keen for a new hobby and now I have inspiration for starting projects
Oh you are the sweetest! Thanks so much! ☺️💕
I love the Champaign puffy top you could sell that. Id buy it!
Thank you!
YOU’RE AMAZING!! I loved all the dresses!!
Thank you! You can borrow them whenever you want. ❤️💕☺️
The first ever outfit I remember making was a red and white checked pant set. Didn't like it. My mom wanted me to wear it, so I wore it. The second thing I ever sewed was a dress for a pregnant lady, me. It was nice I liked that dress I wore it with a hat. It had long sleeves and was long with a small floral print
Oh both of those sound so fun! I’ve never thought of making a matching hat with one of my dresses, but I might have to now!
You're inspiring me! I so want to learn to sew my own quality clothing!
Yay, I’m so glad to hear! You totally should give it a try, you might get hooked like me and end up with a bunch of new favorite outfits! 🙃
You are really good at picking the right fabrics for your projects!
Thanks so much! It’s one of my favorite parts! ☺️
On your bias dress, I have made a couple of them. I usually just pin where those bumps are & take it in more. Those bumps will come out. Also where you place your pattern pieces will effect the drape. The inner, or center part of the fabric will have a looser weave & the outside is tighter. You should match your drape. Good luck!
Thanks so much! I had no idea the fabric weave was different between the outside and center. So helpful!
Hi Rachel! What a lovely wardrobe you have created for yourself and your daughter. Your enthusiasm and delight made this video so fun to watch!
With respect to your white slip dress and getting it to fit better, a sway back adjustment might help (apologies if someone already suggested this). Because the dress already has a center back seam, the adjustment should be relatively simple; I'm sure you can find a YT video that describes the process. Thank you for such an engaging video!
Thank you so much!
YES THANK YOU FOR THE TIP! I’ve actually never heard of that before and I keep looking at that dress wishing it fit better. I’ll definitely look into that!
I’m inspired by you making shirts for your husband! I think I’ll try to do the same. I’ve been sewing since I was in high school, so roughly ten years, but I only recently started using patterns and working to make clothes that have finished edges lol.
You have made such a beautiful collection of clothing, I find it really classy too ♥ I wish I could replicate some of your makes but I am more of a big chested girlie so it kind of complicates the design process sometimes. Anyways, it is lovely to see what one could make with a bit of time and much love. Keep going :)
Thanks so much!! Absolutely, I’m sure we’re both having to consider opposite things when we’re shopping and choosing patterns! There are so many things I wish I could pull off, that just don’t work for me, so it’s been fun finding things I love just as much!
Thanks for watching! 💕
Really interesting video with some lovely clothes. 😊
I love the champagne coloured slik top on you😍
Seeing the beauty of your progress, humble "mistakes" and reflections, makes me so motivated to feel like I should at least try!!❤
Oh that makes me so happy to hear! Go for it!
wow amazing
Thanks so much!
I also love the wrap skirt idea with the top. I might try that
Thank you!! You definitely should! I love sets because you can mix them with other pieces in your wardrobe too!
It was wonderful to see you walk through all the different projects you've made this year! Also for myself, it was nice to see another smaller-chested lady rock all these different styles - maybe some of them would work for me too! Thanks for the inspiration and I hope you have a great week :)
My current project is a 3/4 circle skirt with side zip, lining, AND pockets..... What a brain tease it's been. Not to mention the side project where I'm trying to get my serger up and running, yikes!
Thanks so much!! Yeah, for a long time I thought I couldn’t pull off really low cut tops because I didn’t have cleavage, but now I’ve learned to embrace it, and I feel like having a small chest actually makes wearing low cut things really easy for me. I don’t even need a bra, I just wear some of those silicone nipple covers, and I’m good to go! I feel lucky in some ways now. Haha
I hope you make a couple of these and let me know how they turn out!!
Your skirt sounds like a fun challenge! I’m still a little nervous about pockets, so I should totally try something like that too.
Thanks so much for watching, and hope you have an awesome week too! ☺️
I am obsessed 😩i just started. I hope i can be half as good as you after a year. Did you start with zero experience? Where do you recommend buying fabric?
Thank you so much!! I’ve known how to use a sewing machine since I was a kid, but didn’t really get into it until recently!
My favorite places to buy fabric are thrift stores (old bed linens, table cloths) and discount fabric stores. Especially in the first couple years, it’s nice to be able to find nice fabrics that aren’t very pricey!
You should check out my Q&A video where I share more about learning and supplies and everything!
I hope you end up loving sewing as much as I do! ☺️💕
You should be very proud! I myself am in awe!!!
Thank you!! ☺️
You’ve done a wonderful job sewing up some really cute stuff.
Rock on !!!!
Thanks so much!! ☺️🤘🏼
where do you get your fabric from?? everything is so nice
Hi Rach, I am a new sub, so glad I found your channel I have always wanted to make my own clothes and always found an excuse not to start so I am just going to go for it! Watching your videos will definitely give me inspiration! TFS X
All your fits are amazing! Also you provide a lot of sewing tips I never even heard of before. First time to your channel. Will be watching from now on!
Yay! Thanks, that’s so great to hear!
I love your figure! Everything looks so elegant on you. I’m lumpy and bumpy, so I sew tops that are more forgiving, but I love all of the patterns you chose!
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Omg, your style is definitely mine too❤ I think every single sewing came out great❤😊
Thanks so much!! ☺️💕
I love the clothes. For me, they’re nostalgic of the 1970s, when I owned and wore some similar tops and dresses.
Thanks so much! I do love 70s style, so that’s a huge compliment! ☺️
This is so inspiring! I have yet to make myself anything other than baggy PJ pants. I don't spend tons of time sewing but I started making masks a few years ago and then started mending small things and making some small items for my son and nieces. I'd love to focus on clothes for myself soon! I have a new machine and a nice serger. My biggest intimidation is learning how to measure myself to make the right pattern, especially since I don't have a mannequin and that all patterns can be different. Or, if one pattern says my bust is 'medium' but my waist is 'small' then what would I pick? That kind of thing :P
Yay, thats so great to hear!
I often measure as two different sizes as well, and I've found that just gradually adjusting the curve from one part of the body to the next usually does the trick! So if I'm a small in the bust, but a medium waist, I'd just cut a line from the small pattern line for the bust to the medium pattern line for the waist. Another thing that's helped me has been making adjustable, stretchy, or elastic pieces when starting out!
I hope you end up with some new clothes you love!
Omg I can't believe you have only been sewing properly for a year. Most of your makes fit you perfectly too. You have made so many items too. Wow.
Thanks so much! To be fair, I’ve intentionally chosen patterns that are more drapey, oversized, adjustable etc, which has made fit so much easier! I’d love to eventually have the skills to make more tailored pieces that fit just as well!
Thanks for watching ☺️
This was a fun video! While I have no intentions of seeing my own clothes, it still inspires me to be creative in other ways! So many great pieces. 😊
Thank you!! I’m so glad you enjoyed! ☺️
I really enjoyed this video. I am also wanting to start sewing clothes for myself because a lot of plus-size clothes are ugly. Can I give you some friendly criticism? You have a lot of colors that are drab and dull looking. Have you ever tried cool colors for yourself? You are too beautiful to wear dull colors. Your daughter's clothes are so cute. Not a fan at all of your husband's shirts. Thank you for the video. I am not trying to hurt your feelings, just pointing out how much better you would look with colorful clothes.
Beautiful! Congratulations :) I loved watching this and, as a new sewer, found it very encouraging :)
Thanks so much! I’m so happy to hear you’ve picked up sewing! It definitely takes some patience at first, but is SO worth it. Out of all my crafty hobbies, I feel like sewing is rewarding in the most tangible ways. It’s so fun to get to wear my projects!
I hope you keep it up and love it!
Hi I just recently found you and you have inspired me to try making garments. I am a bag maker, I sew a lot with vinyl and leather so i wanted to give you a tip since you are using a domestic machine for also leather and vinyl get a Teflon foot to help keep it from sticking it will glide better also another tip to keep it from sticking is to put a layer of tissue paper on top, after you sew it just tear off the tissue.
Looking forward to watching more videos from you
Ah that makes me so happy to hear!
That’s amazing you make bags!
I definitely need to get a teflon foot, and I’ve never heard of the tissue paper trick! So smart! Thanks so much!
Your year's makes are gorgeous!
Wouldn’t I love to have your hair! ❣️
I made my first dress yesterday and first time doing buttons. It was challenging but the dress is very cute
Yay, congrats!! The buttons are the scariest part for me because they’re always at the end! Good for you for doing them on your first dress! Amazing!
Wow, lots to LOVE- I really like the white slip dress on you!!! I know the back etc etc, but that dress is a knock out on you. Are you going to make another of that same, I think you said that you were going to- everything is just amazing!!!
Congrats on your sewing progress. As a mature woman who has been sewing since before I started school (over 50yrs & I've never needed an overlocker/serger to produce couture quality), it's just so nice to see young people learning how very useful sewing skills are. Re dresses not fitting properly - we all have different postures & our patterns need to be adjusted accordingly. Search for images of 'Sway Back Posture' (or other posture types) - there are several types of sway back, but I think you'll find your body shape there. Then look up a pattern adjustment to match. You also mentioned a small bust, there's a pattern adjustment for that too. Adjustments make things fit so much better. Re your colouring - I'm a college-accredited Make-up Artist & Beauty Therapist & I can tell you that "Color Me Pretty" stuff is BS, there's a reason they went broke here in Australia decades ago - NOBODY fits in to category boxes, human beings are all different. Would you like the secret of how we professionals find the colours that make you appear most vibrant? Look at your pale inner wrist (non-driving hand), are your veins more blue or green? If they are more blue, cool colours tend to work better because you have a neutral or pinkish undertone. If your veins show as green, you'll have a slightly golden yellow undertone & warmer colours work better. The kicker is you can have BOTH or either, because humans change. You can wear ANY colour; you just have to choose what outcome you want from it (ie do I need to look pale or sickly so I can go home early today? lol) & select a warm or cool variant of the selected colour which fits your undertone. Hope this helps! You're right about aiming for the best finish & doing your repairs, if something looks high quality, you will have no hesitation in selling or donating it later - so much fabric goes to landfill & we sewers need to be more responsible than the fast fashion companies we reject. On a final note, you made some great pattern choices to learn from, once you have the hang of it all, make up your own patterns from blocks - there are plenty of free books online & save that pattern money to buy good quality fabrics made from natural fibres, please. Today's polyesters sent to landfill will still be there, long after our children's children have left this earth, if we don't sew responsibly, we do more harm as sewers than we ever did as minor consumers of fast fashion. Best wishes & continued luck.
I would like to try sewing. I like simple lines such as an A-line dress that I can pull over my head. Some stretch to it. Can you recommend a Simplicity or other pattern for a beginner. What fabric do you suggest? I don't like to look wrinkled.
You should use a bra. And jewellry to make it look expensive. Glasses, earrings, ...
I'm not sure if you're talking about one garment in particular, or just all of the pieces in general. Agreed, accessorizing makes a huge difference!
stunning! you are definitely very talented and gifted to be able to draft and sew this nicely. For the white satin dress fit issue: look into sway back ajustements, you might have to take a horizontal slice out at the waist to fix the fit issue. It feels like you have to much fabric at middle back and that is usually the reason. Try pinning it and see if if helps.
I wish you would speak about the after care for each of these and how they've aged as you watch them. Very curious about how different styles of sewing and fabrics age
Oh that’s a good idea! I do was all of my clothing on cold, and really only dry undergarments and older tshirts, but there are definitely a few me made items that I hand wash!
I’ll have to make a video sharing that!
I want to sew too....the things in the stores are very disappointing. Okay, for the fraying ends, get some pinking shears....and you are good.
It has been so fun to be able to make things that feel very me! I always forget about pinking shears. I have a pair I need to dig out and keep on my sewing desk! Thanks!
I hope when our country resumes its sanity we will return to Home Ec classes. So much can be learned by proper education in home sewing and cooking skills. Imagine a fun class on up cycling garments after basic sewing skills are learned in semester one. After my first year I took summer classes with a neighborhood lady. One of my fondest memories.
wow the bags and the hardware are so fun! everything you have made is very chic, all the clothes too! I love romantic vibe pieces and outfits, but i work in an office, and i am starting to get into corporate ish or more structured pieces too. thank you for sharing Rachel, such a lovely collection! and I can't believe you made all this in just a year! it takes so much discipline to start and see a project through to the end. and i am inspired by you finishing all these projects up neatly. also, i'm an autumn too, so it was a treat to see all these colors! also neat to see all the new skills you learned over time, the understitch, the french seams, etc. thanks for adding those details too. have a great summer!! can't wait to see what beautiful pieces you make this season
wow how do you find time while momming?? Now i feel so lazy. The best I can do is shorten the straps on things because I'm so short
It's seriously SO hard to find time! haha
My daughter used to take a solid nap in the afternoon everyday, so if I managed my time well enough, I could always rely on that time to sew. She's rarely napping anymore now though, so most of my sewing takes place late at night!
You are way ahead of me with the amount of garments that you made . I started dressmaking last year I also made a dress that looked like a tent on me, then made it into top ! I’m making another dress now different style . Loving your videos ! Xxxxx
Love the video. I am new to sewing nd feeling very inspired. I would love to learn how to make your self-drafted tie top. Any videos or suggestions?
Your makes are beautiful. I was wondering if you found the Freya bloomers to be true to size. I want them for a gift and don't have a little one to try them on. The ones you made are so cute. Thanks
I’ve always wanted to learn how to sew clothes, but I’m still stuck on sewing straight lines 🤪 aka pillows, blankets, bags.
I can’t wait to watch your tutorials and try sewing cute clothes like yours! Great job!
If you can sew a good straight line, you can definitely make clothes! I hope you do! 🎉
Thanks so much for watching! ☺️
The red dress was probably not cut on the correct grainline which may be the reason it didn’t fit correctly.
You’re probably right about it not being cut on the grainline! 🙈
However, I still had to take in that back pattern piece by at least three inches on both sides in the other fabrics I used too! Super strange, but happy to have made three dresses I love anyway! ☺️
Really great video. You seem like you're having fun.
Thanks! I am! 🥰
I’ve stopped sewing because I didn’t like the patterns at Joann’s. (Big box fabric/craft store). You have inspired me to try again. You have done a fabulous job in your first year!
Yay! Yes, there are so many awesome independent pattern makers out there! I buy most of my patterns on Etsy, and having to put together the pdf patterns takes time, but it’s been so worth it.
The last time I used a pattern from Joann’s, I made my husband a shirt (12 years ago! 😂) It was way too boxy on him, but he kept it anyway!
I know there are a lot of good patterns at Joann’s too, but I find it easier to find more current silhouettes and styles by shopping for my patterns elsewhere. You can find some really great free and inexpensive pdf patterns online too!
Thanks so much for watching, and hope you pick sewing back up! ☺️