Just a note for anyone watching this. Butterick patterns are usually a bit more advanced, and I would not recommend them for beginning sewers. For first timers, I usually recommend the Simplicity brand patterns.
If you are just starting out with sewing, go for a Simplicity pattern. They are a LOT easier than Butterick. As the daughter of a seamstress, I found this video entertaining.
Also highly important: prewash your fabrics! If they’re gonna go in the washer/dryer, you need to do that before you make the item, because the cloth may shrink (cotton is notorious for this).
I made my daughter a hooded cloak and she uses it all the time. And no she is not a larper or anything. And she had a baby she loved it because it doubled as a blanket for the baby if needed. And it was the first piece of clothing I made I don’t know if I will make anything else. I did give her the patterns for it.
You can buy clear plastic zipper gallon and quart bags to keep the sizes and different parts together in layers with each pattern. I only buy the patterns on sale but multiples for different sizes. You can also copy everything on to tracing paper but I'm too lazy for that.
Snort laughed once or twice myself. Not in derision, but at the fun way this is all presented. I've been sewing for decades and never considered how much I've learned in that time. Especially the mystery markings. Also, never give up, never give in, and invest in a good seam ripper! Even the most experienced sewist has put in a sleeve upside down in a 3 am sew-a-thon! Or put the wrong pieces together! 😉
I WAS ON THE DRACOLITE STORE SITE IN QUEBEC CITY, NOT FAR FROM ME AND WHEN I GO THERE ALWAYS WENT INTO THIS AMAZING STORE, LOVE THOSE CLOTHES, AND YOU MADE THIS AND THOSE GAITERS THAT WHERE WONDERFUL, THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS VIDEO, NOW, WILL BE DOING THIS .... A FEW YEARS BACK, MADE A CROCHET ONE LIKE YOU HAVE ON BUT CUT IT AND RUINED IT SO.... THANK YOU FOR ALL THESE INCREDIBLE IDEAS...!
Ooooooh, I really needed this one! I have a pattern that I've been terrified to tackle, so I'm gonna bookmark this video so I can watch it again when I approach my project!
As an amateur seamster (male seamstress) before the strokes, I love this (and your other) video. Clever, you are so animated until you are learning something new. I would love to see more.
😂 hieroglyphics. Just found your channel to get inspiration for a leather D&D gift for my son in law. I am a maker and create in everything from steel to silk and yeah I've given gifts that took a long time e and got the meh reaction so yeah people go appreciate your sewists because it is a labor of love.
Great video, I absolutely love how cheerful, happy, and enthusiastic you are about learning these skills. It really shows through and it's very inspiring. Also the "Looking for the booty" comment was pricelessly funny
I’m aware this is an old video, but pro-tip from my professional seamstress mother: “You can always trim the fabric down, but it’s hard to add extra. So I always cut my patterns at their largest size, and mark (using fabric chalk or something) the size I am actually making so I can use one pattern for multiple sizes instead of rebuying them for every size as I lose or gain weight”
Good job! Great explanation and I appreciate you breaking the code! I may try this. Now Clever, how about a video showing all there is to know about a sewing machine. Yeah, I know I can look up other videos but it would be nice to have this as an all in one place. Plus your style is to the point and better than people telling me 30 minutes worth of what their dog did and how their day is. lol
One thing I changed on my pirate shirt was instead of getting eyelets and an eyelet setter I made small button holes instead. My sewing machine had a button hole setting. Great looking shirt!
Heck yeah, it takes forever to get my kid's cosplay right. But it's freakin' worth it - I'm embarrassingly proud of our creation when I see her at conventions and people are surrounding her. I MADE THAT! (and the kid. I had a hand in that, too) BUT I MADE THAT INCREDIBLE COSTUME! SOAK IT IN AND BE JEALOUS!!! (and don't forget to wash and dry and iron your fabric before you start)
Great vid. I'm going to try this. The skill I want, is to be more influential when dealing/interacting with others. I mean dealing with random people day to day. My dry cleaner; My boss; my girlfriend's friends and family; a car salesman etc. You know, people that one deals with regularly.
I would very much be interested in the footage of all the steps, not necessarily to follow everything exactly, but rather to get a better understanding of shirt construction in general.
It's been a long time, but I found you recently and have been binging your videos from oldest to newest. Not sure if this is relevant anymore, but a tip regarding saving patterns: many people trace their size onto tissue paper/tracing paper so they don't have to cut directly into the pattern. This means that you can keep all sizes intact in case you ever change sizes or you want to make the same item for someone else who is a different size than you. Your videos are awesome and I look forward to watching the rest!
Dude, I kept laughing because my first experience with patterns was just about the same. FYI Jo-Ann fabrics used to have a free pamphlet in their stores called Reading Patterns 101, it is probably online somewhere as a pdf. Also try to get a pattern for Pajamas, they may not seem like something you want to make but that pattern is easy to follow and you learn a lot about patterns following a simple pattern. Also try getting loose clothing from a thrift store and take them apart at the seams to see how they are put together. The patterns make a lot more sense that way and you can modify the parts to make all kinds of stuff. CHECK your MIC!
Just found this video. Thank you SO MUCH for this! As you seemed to, I learned this skill a little out of order. I learned how to actually sew pieces together on a machine etc. before being taught read a pattern. This is going to help me so much! Now I'll be able to use the wall of patterns my mom collected. Thank you!
That is really awesome! Even though I probably won't be making my own clothes, I did recently buy a 2nd hand sewing machine to be able to repair tears and stitch stuff together. But I have no idea what the different settings do and what works best for which occasion, so could you maybe do a video on sewing machines and their different settings?
Haven't sewn anything since I was 15. Thanks for reminding me what a pain in the butt it was. However, there are some costumes I wanted to make sooo...
Love the show and again I need a new shirt for my ninja half orc lol this would be a fun one to play with. Also try making practice swords using camping mats and latex or duct tape if you could.
You might have picked one of the hardest patterns to follow! The collar description is difficult to follow, and I have some pre project sewing experience. Plus if you're modifying anything it makes it more complex. It takes more time to iron, cut and finish than appears, certain fabrics are harder to work with than others (some fray very easily others snag on everything). Tip: when you cut your notches, mark a matching triangle cut Outward from the fabric, this helps ensure that you don't cut into your seem allowance.
Another thing the pattern won't tell you is that you need to "size" (wash & dry) the fabric before pinning & cutting out your pattern. I made that mistake, it plays havoc with the seams...
this was me in 1993 they dont tell it wont fit anyone my size, i'm 6ft 3 in where were you to help a brother out then. oh and all the old seamtresses at the store laughed at my pain.
On the next episode of Sewing hell : Clever tries to sew strech material and ends up throwing his sewing machine off a building :v the title ... "Sewing Patterns 202 electric boogaloo"
Just a note for anyone watching this. Butterick patterns are usually a bit more advanced, and I would not recommend them for beginning sewers. For first timers, I usually recommend the Simplicity brand patterns.
Thank you! The pants pattern I have is Simplicity and your right, it looks WAY more beginner friendly! Thanks for sharing with the Fam😁
Bro... you must take this to the next level and show us how to make a gambeson to wear under chainmail... this channel is AWESOME!!!!
That would be epic! I will have to learn how! Thanks for watching, Fam!
I second that motion 😁
@@vincentwillis6846 oh man, 2 votes. Now I HAVE to bump this up on the list!
Skill Tree a gambeson would be so cool, or how about a simple wizard coat/robe? im struggling to find a good larp coat. maybe a fantays hoodie
Need a gambeson ! love your work , it’s so cl3ver !
If you are just starting out with sewing, go for a Simplicity pattern. They are a LOT easier than Butterick. As the daughter of a seamstress, I found this video entertaining.
Also highly important: prewash your fabrics! If they’re gonna go in the washer/dryer, you need to do that before you make the item, because the cloth may shrink (cotton is notorious for this).
I completely forgot to do this, and im nearly done with 2 projects. Glad they are practice projects
I made my daughter a hooded cloak and she uses it all the time. And no she is not a larper or anything. And she had a baby she loved it because it doubled as a blanket for the baby if needed. And it was the first piece of clothing I made I don’t know if I will make anything else. I did give her the patterns for it.
Can’t wait to see the complete corrupted Druid!
Same here! Every new step of this build gets me more excited!😁
You can buy clear plastic zipper gallon and quart bags to keep the sizes and different parts together in layers with each pattern. I only buy the patterns on sale but multiples for different sizes. You can also copy everything on to tracing paper but I'm too lazy for that.
As someone who can sew, I'm both loving this and laughing so much.
Snort laughed once or twice myself. Not in derision, but at the fun way this is all presented. I've been sewing for decades and never considered how much I've learned in that time. Especially the mystery markings.
Also, never give up, never give in, and invest in a good seam ripper! Even the most experienced sewist has put in a sleeve upside down in a 3 am sew-a-thon! Or put the wrong pieces together! 😉
I WAS ON THE DRACOLITE STORE SITE IN QUEBEC CITY, NOT FAR FROM ME AND WHEN I GO THERE ALWAYS WENT INTO THIS AMAZING STORE, LOVE THOSE CLOTHES, AND YOU MADE THIS AND THOSE GAITERS THAT WHERE WONDERFUL, THANK YOU FOR DOING THIS VIDEO, NOW, WILL BE DOING THIS .... A FEW YEARS BACK, MADE A CROCHET ONE LIKE YOU HAVE ON BUT CUT IT AND RUINED IT SO.... THANK YOU FOR ALL THESE INCREDIBLE IDEAS...!
Ooooooh, I really needed this one! I have a pattern that I've been terrified to tackle, so I'm gonna bookmark this video so I can watch it again when I approach my project!
As an amateur seamster (male seamstress) before the strokes, I love this (and your other) video. Clever, you are so animated until you are learning something new. I would love to see more.
I know how to sew, but I had to watch this and watch you flounder then find your way. It was just as amusing as I thought it would be.
😂 hieroglyphics. Just found your channel to get inspiration for a leather D&D gift for my son in law. I am a maker and create in everything from steel to silk and yeah I've given gifts that took a long time e and got the meh reaction so yeah people go appreciate your sewists because it is a labor of love.
Great video, I absolutely love how cheerful, happy, and enthusiastic you are about learning these skills. It really shows through and it's very inspiring.
Also the "Looking for the booty" comment was pricelessly funny
I’m aware this is an old video, but pro-tip from my professional seamstress mother: “You can always trim the fabric down, but it’s hard to add extra. So I always cut my patterns at their largest size, and mark (using fabric chalk or something) the size I am actually making so I can use one pattern for multiple sizes instead of rebuying them for every size as I lose or gain weight”
I do the same thing.
Good advice!!
I'd love to see all the steps involved in the making of the shirt!
Great job! 👏🏻
Good job! Great explanation and I appreciate you breaking the code! I may try this. Now Clever, how about a video showing all there is to know about a sewing machine. Yeah, I know I can look up other videos but it would be nice to have this as an all in one place. Plus your style is to the point and better than people telling me 30 minutes worth of what their dog did and how their day is. lol
You absolutely read my mind. I've been watching videos about tailoring your own clothes and am getting ready to buy a sewing machine.
Welcome to Sewing Hell XD Amazing shirt though!
Thanks, Fish!
One thing I changed on my pirate shirt was instead of getting eyelets and an eyelet setter I made small button holes instead. My sewing machine had a button hole setting. Great looking shirt!
I need to learn how to do the button holes. My machine requires a special foot for it that I don't have.
Heck yeah, it takes forever to get my kid's cosplay right. But it's freakin' worth it - I'm embarrassingly proud of our creation when I see her at conventions and people are surrounding her. I MADE THAT! (and the kid. I had a hand in that, too) BUT I MADE THAT INCREDIBLE COSTUME! SOAK IT IN AND BE JEALOUS!!! (and don't forget to wash and dry and iron your fabric before you start)
Great vid. I'm going to try this.
The skill I want, is to be more influential when dealing/interacting with others. I mean dealing with random people day to day. My dry cleaner; My boss; my girlfriend's friends and family; a car salesman etc. You know, people that one deals with regularly.
I would very much be interested in the footage of all the steps, not necessarily to follow everything exactly, but rather to get a better understanding of shirt construction in general.
It's been a long time, but I found you recently and have been binging your videos from oldest to newest. Not sure if this is relevant anymore, but a tip regarding saving patterns: many people trace their size onto tissue paper/tracing paper so they don't have to cut directly into the pattern. This means that you can keep all sizes intact in case you ever change sizes or you want to make the same item for someone else who is a different size than you.
Your videos are awesome and I look forward to watching the rest!
Dude, I kept laughing because my first experience with patterns was just about the same. FYI Jo-Ann fabrics used to have a free pamphlet in their stores called Reading Patterns 101, it is probably online somewhere as a pdf. Also try to get a pattern for Pajamas, they may not seem like something you want to make but that pattern is easy to follow and you learn a lot about patterns following a simple pattern. Also try getting loose clothing from a thrift store and take them apart at the seams to see how they are put together. The patterns make a lot more sense that way and you can modify the parts to make all kinds of stuff. CHECK your MIC!
Definetly would like to have the whole process! I may actually start making stuff soon and it would be cool to have an entire shirt video! :D
Just found this video. Thank you SO MUCH for this! As you seemed to, I learned this skill a little out of order. I learned how to actually sew pieces together on a machine etc. before being taught read a pattern. This is going to help me so much! Now I'll be able to use the wall of patterns my mom collected. Thank you!
Well I didnt know you could iron the pattern paper. What setting you used to iron out the paper?
I used a medium low heat. It ironed out really well too!
Perfect timing. Kiddo can watch it as well now
Hello Kiddo!
@@SkillTree He says hi and he loves the episode we just watched
@@therobotwolf glad he enjoyed it!
That is really awesome! Even though I probably won't be making my own clothes, I did recently buy a 2nd hand sewing machine to be able to repair tears and stitch stuff together. But I have no idea what the different settings do and what works best for which occasion, so could you maybe do a video on sewing machines and their different settings?
*Nice* ...
Thirsty bird
@@SkillTree Sexy Fox 😉
@@Madimistred 🦊
This is helpful I'm planning on using a Hogwarts robe pattern from Etsy to make the robe from my favorite Yugioh archetype the Charmers
Haven't sewn anything since I was 15. Thanks for reminding me what a pain in the butt it was. However, there are some costumes I wanted to make sooo...
When's the mini arc reactor video coming out?
Ooohhh, you're on your way to a Dread Pirate Roberts cosplay...
Need a follow up. Do some more sewing!
Love the show and again I need a new shirt for my ninja half orc lol this would be a fun one to play with. Also try making practice swords using camping mats and latex or duct tape if you could.
This was great!
Definitely make a gambeson!!!!!
This vid is awesome. Hey Skill Tree can you make a Flail
Simplicity patterns are a bit easier for beginners, also the hardest part of a pattern in getting it cut out. It’s also the most annoying, IMO.
I had some luck using my cutring wheel but I agree. The cutting process felt like it took FOREVER.
Skill Tree right there with you, I have a cutting wheel as well, but that takes skill, so I only use mine for straight lines with a ruler.
You might have picked one of the hardest patterns to follow! The collar description is difficult to follow, and I have some pre project sewing experience. Plus if you're modifying anything it makes it more complex. It takes more time to iron, cut and finish than appears, certain fabrics are harder to work with than others (some fray very easily others snag on everything).
Tip: when you cut your notches, mark a matching triangle cut Outward from the fabric, this helps ensure that you don't cut into your seem allowance.
Ohhh. This shirt could fit to my kilt... Xdxd
It really is a cool design. Super roomy lol
17:09 when you roll double 1s on Intel check with disadvantage
AND have a low intelligence score to start with. Here's hoping I can at least buff my charisma score...
@@SkillTree Just Ask your DM when you level up 😁
Another thing the pattern won't tell you is that you need to "size" (wash & dry) the fabric before pinning & cutting out your pattern. I made that mistake, it plays havoc with the seams...
You should go one step farther and learn to make your own sewing patterns! If anyone can do it, it’s you! Awesome channel man!
interesting
this was me in 1993 they dont tell it wont fit anyone my size, i'm 6ft 3 in where were you to help a brother out then. oh and all the old seamtresses at the store laughed at my pain.
On the next episode of Sewing hell : Clever tries to sew strech material and ends up throwing his sewing machine off a building :v
the title ... "Sewing Patterns 202 electric boogaloo"
My grandma always told me the first time is hard by the fifth time your doing it mostly unconsciously.
The word your looking for is a tailer
Trust me with how many family members I lost in 2020 you want to tell everyone that you love them
To bad it doesn't tell u wat lvl u should be
The male equivalent is tailor.
interesting