Thank you for the ideas that you gave us for renew our clothes. The white blouse is beautiful, and i think that the lace work it has is not exactly Lace, the work is called Drawn-Work and is done on the fabric directly. There are books on how to do it in the Internet Archive. Thank you for your work.
this project is very similar to projects i take on. i am glad i am not the only one who does these crazy things!🖤also, black edwardian insertion lace blouses are the most punk!⚡️
FYI…Most of the “lace” on the Edwardian blouse is actually drawn work. This is done directly into the fabric of the garment by strategically snipping and “drawing” out the threads going either vertically or horizontally. The remaining threads are then divided into groups by careful stitching. These groups of stitches are then redivided, twisted and, or, wrapped into designs. In areas where vertical drawn threads cross horizontal drawn threads, leaving open spaces, thread is used to fill in these spaces decoratively. It appears that plain mesh lace was the sewn on behind the drawn work to take the stress off of the exposed threads. It is a beautiful, but labor intensive art that was also used on table and bed linens. I know very few people that know how to do this now and fewer, including me, who have the patience.
It turned out amazing! I think sewing our own clothes makes us truly think about all the details, and also to appreciate the work that goes into each item. Curious how you plan to launder it.
What a lovely job you did with this. I too sometimes find that a project is far more time consuming than originally thought/planned. It is sometimes theses projects that become a favourite piece to wear.
Thank you! Isn’t it just always the case- I feel like underestimating the amount of time handwork is going to take is just part of the journey at this point. But you’re absolutely right- I’ve worn this top waaaaay more since reworking it than I did before! Thank you!!
The first time a technique is learned is always the slowest. It also teaches garment construction from various eras, doesn't it? Still the beauty of the piece after all your effort was well worth it.
This was a really interesting story. You need to watch Bernadette Banners vlog that covers her construction of a "Mary Poppins" inspired lingerie dress. You may also enjoy sewstein's adventures as well.
Love this project so much!! I’ve saved clothes I loved before, trying to figure out what improvements could make it a wardrobe staple that reflects my preferences, but hadn’t considered the idea of emotional durability. Such a useful thought! Thanks for sharing your process. This is inspiring and beautiful!! Now to figure out where to find lace worth using. Any advice on that decision process?? Thanks again!!
Yes! Things that we love make it through time, right? I used Nottingham lace for this project, which I purchased off of Etsy- but of course the best lace depends on the project. Ive honestly been impressed with some cotton laces I’ve picked up at Joanne 🤷♀️
omg we have to make apologies and anti discriminatory disclaimers for lace now ??? there is a machine made lace woke brigade ?? and your antique blouse is drawn work, not lace.
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what a difference the more delicate lace makes!! great idea, beautiful execution, gorgeous end result!
Thank you for the ideas that you gave us for renew our clothes. The white blouse is beautiful, and i think that the lace work it has is not exactly Lace, the work is called Drawn-Work and is done on the fabric directly. There are books on how to do it in the Internet Archive. Thank you for your work.
You may like the "Closet Historian" as well. She goes into detail with her pattern drafting and construction.
Yes! Her pattern drafting videos are amazing!
this project is very similar to projects i take on. i am glad i am not the only one who does these crazy things!🖤also, black edwardian insertion lace blouses are the most punk!⚡️
Thank you! This project was super satisfying!
I really like the expression "emotional durability"
i love seeing edwardian originals with wonky seams and crooked edges and messy insides
Love this! My favorite of your videos that I've come across so far. Emotional durability.
FYI…Most of the “lace” on the Edwardian blouse is actually drawn work. This is done directly into the fabric of the garment by strategically snipping and “drawing” out the threads going either vertically or horizontally. The remaining threads are then divided into groups by careful stitching. These groups of stitches are then redivided, twisted and, or, wrapped into designs. In areas where vertical drawn threads cross horizontal drawn threads, leaving open spaces, thread is used to fill in these spaces decoratively. It appears that plain mesh lace was the sewn on behind the drawn work to take the stress off of the exposed threads. It is a beautiful, but labor intensive art that was also used on table and bed linens. I know very few people that know how to do this now and fewer, including me, who have the patience.
That is how I was taught to do drawn work as a child for home textiles but have never done the same for clothing.
I like Irving Goffman's work as well!
Thank you for a beautiful renovation of a somewhat dated blouse. 😘
Gosh, this never occurred to me. Thank you for giving ideas for a couple items I would wear more if I liked them a bit more.
It turned out amazing!
I think sewing our own clothes makes us truly think about all the details, and also to appreciate the work that goes into each item.
Curious how you plan to launder it.
What a lovely job you did with this. I too sometimes find that a project is far more time consuming than originally thought/planned. It is sometimes theses projects that become a favourite piece to wear.
Thank you! Isn’t it just always the case- I feel like underestimating the amount of time handwork is going to take is just part of the journey at this point. But you’re absolutely right- I’ve worn this top waaaaay more since reworking it than I did before! Thank you!!
Costube sent me.
That’s a definite improvement!
Thank you so much!
So much better!
The first time a technique is learned is always the slowest. It also teaches garment construction from various eras, doesn't it? Still the beauty of the piece after all your effort was well worth it.
Isn’t that the truth! Beginning is so intimidating- and thank you!!
There was an Edwardian revival in the mid 1970's.
That makes sense! Gunne Sax!
This was a really interesting story. You need to watch Bernadette Banners vlog that covers her construction of a "Mary Poppins" inspired lingerie dress. You may also enjoy sewstein's adventures as well.
Absolutely, Bernadette’s videos are so amazingly beautiful, and Sewstine is really fun to watch!
That turned out beautifully!
I love this shirt. It looks much more feminnine now that it's all light and more see through. I'm amazed with your patience :D.
Thank you!
Love this project so much!! I’ve saved clothes I loved before, trying to figure out what improvements could make it a wardrobe staple that reflects my preferences, but hadn’t considered the idea of emotional durability. Such a useful thought! Thanks for sharing your process. This is inspiring and beautiful!! Now to figure out where to find lace worth using. Any advice on that decision process?? Thanks again!!
Yes! Things that we love make it through time, right?
I used Nottingham lace for this project, which I purchased off of Etsy- but of course the best lace depends on the project. Ive honestly been impressed with some cotton laces I’ve picked up at Joanne 🤷♀️
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omg we have to make apologies and anti discriminatory disclaimers for lace now ??? there is a machine made lace woke brigade ?? and your antique blouse is drawn work, not lace.