I love that you show not only “how” to do something, but also “how not” to do it. You are a wonderful inspiration for not being defeated! Thank you for the video.
Absolutely spot on. Those that are humble enough to admit their mistakes, or whatever one would like to call them, are the ones who are introspective, conscientious and driven enough to improve themselves. Therefore, they do actually improve. And, at the same time, they are the best teachers of both their area of focus and of their approach to reaching their goals. In fact, the latter is enough reason to take note - improving the way we improve ourselves. Angela is astounding as an artist, but I am most respectful and appreciative of her honesty and openness!
There's literally a less than zero chance that i will ever make a hoop skirt of any kind but I love watching the process of how to make these types of garments, and was fascinated by both the fail and the win. Kind of like watching people do advanced mathematic equations, I don't always "get" the logical part of sewing and wing it a lot...so watching someone really dig into a complex project like this is interesting beyond measure. Thanks for always being an inspiration!
Lala Palooza What an utterly brilliant idea! I’m in the process of re-learning how to sew and tips like these are really helpful. Thank you for sharing!
Thanks for including the process of making the hoop skirt that didn't turn out. It's a good reminder that things don't always work the first time, but that doesn't mean you should give up!
Sadly far too many of my projects have gone like this - I’m sure I can figure this out on my own... followed by much frustration, and some learning, but with no useable outcome, only to find at some later point that there were instructions to be had, easily, had I looked. Ironically, there are also a number of projects I’ve never started because I decided it would be smart to do some research and or try some things out before jumping in... and it became apparent that nope, this idea of mine was going to be so complex/time consuming/expensive it wasn’t worth it, or got bored of the idea once I’d spent some time doing the planning. The first version I learn more, the second version costs less, either way I rarely end up with a completed anything. Which is to say, kudos to your tenacity, may it continue to serve you well.
I wonder if the bum pad on the second attempt had been fully boned if that would have forced the hoop skirt into a more elliptical shape on it's own? It turned out great in the end though, and I love the effect of the ruffly ribbon boning channels on the skirt!
I have a great tip for hoop steel. Use a cardboard box. I prefer an empty contractor's trash bag box. Put a hole in the side, just large enough to feed the steel out of. Put the rolled coil of steel in the box and feed the end of the coil out. Duck tape the box close. When cutting the coil make sure to leave enough of the steel feed coming out so it won't go back in the box. I figured this out after 7 stitches, four across the back of my hand, 3 across the cheek of my face, when I lost control of the steel banding and it tension slapped me.
I always enjoy your posts because you show how to salvage a project if it doesn't turn out how you wanted it to. You don't know how valuable that is! Also, I like your mermaid nail polish!
Thank you for posting your videos! I look forward to them so much, and I’m always so glad to see that you’ve posted a new one. I’ve learned so much about sewing from you, and I enjoy watching your progress as a seamstress. Your videos have a unique style - I love all the close-ups, the snark, the sense that you are on a journey. Your videos make me think about my own sewing challenges differently, and I laugh and chuckle, nod in sympathy, and smile in appreciation as I watch them. Sending thank you and good energy!
can i just say that i've followed you since you first started this channel (longtime fan from your blog!) and your videos and editing have gotten so professional and amazing and your narration is really natural and fun😊🧡
This video was perfect timing for me! I've been on a sewing binge (of normal current day pieces to hopefully add to my everyday wardrobe) and I keep running into problems! It's so frustrating! I look up to you so much, so hearing your tale with its retrospective humor and nuggets of hindsight wisdom helped me realize my hobby is a learning adventure and to just enjoy the ride. Take care Angela; as always I'll be eagerly looking forward to your next video! Happy sewing and creating!💜💜💜
It's so nice to see I'm not the only one who jumps into things hoping for the best and gets the worst. Lol. We're all human. Love the end product. I'm working on a 18th century dress but next I want to jump to a 19th century with all the trimmings. I never would have ever felt comfortable if it weren't for ladies like you showing us how it's done. You're amazing! 💜
Love your videos. I just saw today boning channels being made by cross stitching twill tape over the boning. This sounds harder and more hand damaging to me! I appreciate how nicely you finish seams and your persistence.
Hi Angela. Thank you so much for demonstrating the need for pattern use, correct sewing, and perseverance. You always produce a great quality and useful video.
My very most favorite part: Opening scene: Angela's beautiful hands. Scene two: BANDAGES!!!! Uh, Miss Clayton, if I may, what misadventure did you have to cause that?
Haha, the first clip was actually filmed after the rest of the video! So my hands are fine now! But they went through a phrase where all my cuticles decided to flake and bleed like crazy for no apparent reason.
Thank you so much for posting this! Sometimes a project just needs a tweak or two and sometimes, it's just better to start over. But it's always helpful to see what the differences were between one project and its more successful sequel.
Hi Angela!! Excellent vlog.. Your comment about boning & not being sexy, made me giggle.. I’ve used a screwdriver or two for stuffing, now I use chopsticks.. 💜💜🧵🧵
Wow, I had no idea hoops were so complicated! I'm glad you didn't just set the first one on fire and give up, as the second set turned out beautifully.
Seeing someone do the same thing I do everytime I get a new pattern. Aka hating the first one with all the loathing of it's existence, and making a second that you love and will use time and time again!
Thanks Angela, kudos for sharing both attempts! And rest assured , we’ve all have been there: “I don’t need to make a mock-up, how hard can this be?” The second version looked very neatly!
Really good to show the difference of winging it versus following patterns and "mock ups" (though I know you didn't exactly make one here). The end result was much more like what the picture looked like. :) Also wondering, do you know the name/brand of the nail polish you were wearing at the start of the video - the green one? Its very pretty and I kinda collect nail polish and green is my favourite colour so always looking for new options to add! :)
I just bought your 2 newest McCall's patterns (the early 1900's shirt and skirt) and I was wondering if you have already done a video where you made these designs?
So the ad for coffee was asking if I thought making a hallowe’en costume was intense compared to their coffee... I think the algorithms are becoming self aware because that is getting specific..!☕️
Wow, those weights made ALL the difference! Awesome work as always! So how much does the skirt weigh, altogether? Would it be uncomfortable after a few hours do you think?
With the steel and the weights it must weigh about 4 pounds - but no, I don't think so. Especially with a corset on to support it the weight is very well balanced.
I used to have an exercise set with those exact weights .... who knew they could be used for historical dress??? They haven't gotten a lot of use during my abs workout, that is for sure ...
This was very interesting and informative. Maybe I can attempt making a smaller version of it this concept for a doll that my sister had gifted me some time ago. Her dress is in two parts. The upper part looks like a vest type. It has leg ‘O mutton sleeves from shoulders to elbows with regular sleeves attached from elbows to wrists. It has somewhat wide collar, “v” neckline and waist. The skirt has draping front and back is bustled. I almost forgot to mention that the back of the top has two areas that look like flaps that would float over the top of the bustle. It reminds me of a short version of a man’s “ tails “ part of a tuxedo. I have honk one of these items might “ spruce up “ her dress a bit in a way that it won’t appear to look so saggy and sad. Thank you.
Would you maybe share your measurements for the second hoop skirt? Or the Pattern you used more precisely. I'm working on an elliptical hoop skirt right now, but there is no way of shipping the pattern of truly victorian or some other company to my house... I'm sorry if that is something impropper to ask.
The comment on boning sounding sexy took me way back to sewing parties in my Ren Faire days “I will bone this corset as it has never been boned before!”
I noticed that after adding the weights to the front the hem wasn't as parallel to the floor anymore. I know you've made hoops with weights before, but I don't remember if the same thing happened to those projects. Is that something you would have liked to plan for and adjust the length of the straps, or do you find you can get away with a bit of tilt?
It's definitely happened with my other attempts too - but it's really hard to account for ahead of time. I'm not personally bothered by the tilt since it will still be paired with a petticoat that will smooth out the shape!
Why do you sew with a 1/2 inch seam allowance and then trim it all down to 1/4 wouldn't it be more time efficient to cut the fabric with 1/4 seam allowance originally?
Liz Marin I love it too so I did some looking. I think it’s probably Cupcake Polish in Nuclear. Sadly for me, they’re in the US and shipping alone would be $12 to Canada. www.cupcakepolish.com/collections/glitter/products/nuclear
“Now it’s time for the boning which is not as sexy as it sounds” sent me
'Sent' you?
I love that you show not only “how” to do something, but also “how not” to do it. You are a wonderful inspiration for not being defeated! Thank you for the video.
Absolutely spot on. Those that are humble enough to admit their mistakes, or whatever one would like to call them, are the ones who are introspective, conscientious and driven enough to improve themselves. Therefore, they do actually improve. And, at the same time, they are the best teachers of both their area of focus and of their approach to reaching their goals. In fact, the latter is enough reason to take note - improving the way we improve ourselves. Angela is astounding as an artist, but I am most respectful and appreciative of her honesty and openness!
There's literally a less than zero chance that i will ever make a hoop skirt of any kind but I love watching the process of how to make these types of garments, and was fascinated by both the fail and the win. Kind of like watching people do advanced mathematic equations, I don't always "get" the logical part of sewing and wing it a lot...so watching someone really dig into a complex project like this is interesting beyond measure. Thanks for always being an inspiration!
I'm dying over the ruffly ribbons you used for boning channels. They are so cute! Who says functionality cant be pretty?😍
I always have a set of chop sticks in my sewing box for stuffing purposes
Lala Palooza What an utterly brilliant idea! I’m in the process of re-learning how to sew and tips like these are really helpful. Thank you for sharing!
Long metal size 8 knitting needles work amazingly well, too!
Thanks for including the process of making the hoop skirt that didn't turn out. It's a good reminder that things don't always work the first time, but that doesn't mean you should give up!
Sadly far too many of my projects have gone like this - I’m sure I can figure this out on my own... followed by much frustration, and some learning, but with no useable outcome, only to find at some later point that there were instructions to be had, easily, had I looked. Ironically, there are also a number of projects I’ve never started because I decided it would be smart to do some research and or try some things out before jumping in... and it became apparent that nope, this idea of mine was going to be so complex/time consuming/expensive it wasn’t worth it, or got bored of the idea once I’d spent some time doing the planning. The first version I learn more, the second version costs less, either way I rarely end up with a completed anything. Which is to say, kudos to your tenacity, may it continue to serve you well.
Yess bring us those failures, failing together is always more fun - and to top it off you don't give up but keep going until you've nailed it (:
Yay! I appreciate hearing other people's problem-solving stories because they help me think differently about logistical challenges I'm working with.
I wonder if the bum pad on the second attempt had been fully boned if that would have forced the hoop skirt into a more elliptical shape on it's own? It turned out great in the end though, and I love the effect of the ruffly ribbon boning channels on the skirt!
Considering the tension the boning would produce, that might be entirely correct.
I have a great tip for hoop steel. Use a cardboard box. I prefer an empty contractor's trash bag box. Put a hole in the side, just large enough to feed the steel out of. Put the rolled coil of steel in the box and feed the end of the coil out.
Duck tape the box close. When cutting the coil make sure to leave enough of the steel feed coming out so it won't go back in the box.
I figured this out after 7 stitches, four across the back of my hand, 3 across the cheek of my face, when I lost control of the steel banding and it tension slapped me.
Take a shot everytime Angela says “bum-pad” ........... actually don’t
I always enjoy your posts because you show how to salvage a project if it doesn't turn out how you wanted it to. You don't know how valuable that is! Also, I like your mermaid nail polish!
Thank you for posting your videos! I look forward to them so much, and I’m always so glad to see that you’ve posted a new one. I’ve learned so much about sewing from you, and I enjoy watching your progress as a seamstress. Your videos have a unique style - I love all the close-ups, the snark, the sense that you are on a journey. Your videos make me think about my own sewing challenges differently, and I laugh and chuckle, nod in sympathy, and smile in appreciation as I watch them. Sending thank you and good energy!
can i just say that i've followed you since you first started this channel (longtime fan from your blog!) and your videos and editing have gotten so professional and amazing and your narration is really natural and fun😊🧡
Thank you so much! And thanks for sticking with me for so long :D
This video was perfect timing for me! I've been on a sewing binge (of normal current day pieces to hopefully add to my everyday wardrobe) and I keep running into problems! It's so frustrating! I look up to you so much, so hearing your tale with its retrospective humor and nuggets of hindsight wisdom helped me realize my hobby is a learning adventure and to just enjoy the ride. Take care Angela; as always I'll be eagerly looking forward to your next video! Happy sewing and creating!💜💜💜
The first version looks very ... like superhero! but no necessarily in a bad way, great shape on the second attempt! love it!
It's so nice to see I'm not the only one who jumps into things hoping for the best and gets the worst. Lol. We're all human. Love the end product. I'm working on a 18th century dress but next I want to jump to a 19th century with all the trimmings. I never would have ever felt comfortable if it weren't for ladies like you showing us how it's done. You're amazing! 💜
I love waking up to a new video made by you!
Can't wait to see the dress you make to go over this hoop skirt!
And yet she persisted!!! Congratulations!
Another adventure in sewing. perseverance pays. Lovely, can't wait to see it with a dress.
I love that you didn't give up on it!
Love your videos. I just saw today boning channels being made by cross stitching twill tape over the boning. This sounds harder and more hand damaging to me! I appreciate how nicely you finish seams and your persistence.
Those weights were a brilliant idea! The second one is fab, and wouldn't have turned out as well without your first one...congratulations!
I love your fabric choices for both attempts!
I love the final product as much as I love your nail polish! They were both mesmerizing!
A few years ago I made an 1860 Hoop, It was a lot of work. You made it look so easy !! Also , Love you nail polish.
Hi Angela. Thank you so much for demonstrating the need for pattern use, correct sewing, and perseverance. You always produce a great quality and useful video.
My very most favorite part: Opening scene: Angela's beautiful hands. Scene two: BANDAGES!!!! Uh, Miss Clayton, if I may, what misadventure did you have to cause that?
Pokey boning, is my guess. Again, not as sexy as it sounds. 😂
Haha, the first clip was actually filmed after the rest of the video! So my hands are fine now! But they went through a phrase where all my cuticles decided to flake and bleed like crazy for no apparent reason.
@@AngelaClaytonCostumery ….knuckles, not cuticles! Kim
*I love the fact that you show your failures as well as your successes!*
Nobody who makes every seam a french seam can call herself "lazy". Great work!!!
Thank you so much for posting this! Sometimes a project just needs a tweak or two and sometimes, it's just better to start over. But it's always helpful to see what the differences were between one project and its more successful sequel.
I'm glad you included footage of the failed attempt, it helps to see the whole process!
The sadly wistful music you chose was perfect. TFS 💚💚💚
glad to see you back!
your innuendo completed me 😂
Thanks for helping me with sewing block ❤️❤️❤️
Very impressive...love your work Angela
Your skill and dedication always inspire me. Can't wait to see this used under a dress eventually!
Watching you pin stuff is sooo satisfying.
Thanks for sharing the failure as well as the success.
Hi Angela!! Excellent vlog.. Your comment about boning & not being sexy, made me giggle.. I’ve used a screwdriver or two for stuffing, now I use chopsticks.. 💜💜🧵🧵
Wow, I had no idea hoops were so complicated! I'm glad you didn't just set the first one on fire and give up, as the second set turned out beautifully.
I just started learning how to use a sewing machine and that grey/white polka dot fabric is the same one I bought to learn on 😅
I can only imagine trying to travel with a weighted hoop skirt. I feel like TSA would have a lot of questions XD
Thank you for sharing your mistakes as well as your successes.
I love watching your learning process too!
Seeing someone do the same thing I do everytime I get a new pattern. Aka hating the first one with all the loathing of it's existence, and making a second that you love and will use time and time again!
It would be great to see the dress you wear this with! So amazing what you can do!!
Thanks Angela, kudos for sharing both attempts! And rest assured , we’ve all have been there: “I don’t need to make a mock-up, how hard can this be?” The second version looked very neatly!
Really good to show the difference of winging it versus following patterns and "mock ups" (though I know you didn't exactly make one here). The end result was much more like what the picture looked like. :)
Also wondering, do you know the name/brand of the nail polish you were wearing at the start of the video - the green one? Its very pretty and I kinda collect nail polish and green is my favourite colour so always looking for new options to add! :)
It looks lovely!
Your nails are so pretty!
It's a meme, a fantasic meme, that french seams is explained in every video. Love it. And love victorian fashion.
You’re very persisted 😂 well done in the end 🤩 💃🏻
As always, really interesting and fun to watch.
Perseverance wins out!
I know I’ll never make this!but it was very entertaining to learn how you made yours
I just bought your 2 newest McCall's patterns (the early 1900's shirt and skirt) and I was wondering if you have already done a video where you made these designs?
If not a video, she probably made a blog post about them :)
This was so awesome to watch!
So the ad for coffee was asking if I thought making a hallowe’en costume was intense compared to their coffee... I think the algorithms are becoming self aware because that is getting specific..!☕️
Cool! thanks for showing us both the fail and the success :D It's a good lesson ;)
The weights are genius!
The stays on your dress form are stunning. Will we be getting a tutorial on those? I'd love to know more!!
Hi love your Channel and I was wondering when the rest of the peacock gown is coming
I'm happy you did this video.
Lovely hoopskirt adventures
Thank you, i really enjoy the videos u make!
Once more for all those at the back. Bumpad. LOL but seriously, how many hours of work was TWO hoop skirts? My hat's off to you.
Angela: My hand sewn buttonholes are still ugly.
Me: That's nothing. My machine sewn buttonholes are still ugly.
The first one sorta reminded me of the bottom half of a Dalek! ☺️
OH shi*!!! The speakers were connected via Bluetooth at the maximum. *black screen* - "HELLO EVERYONE!". *Dies inside*.
Thank you. This was fun.
Yes. Adjustable straps for something that needs to hang in a very specific angle. Nobody needs those. That's why backpacks don't have them!
Angela said fuck it we're making some 19th century ankle weights
Wow, those weights made ALL the difference! Awesome work as always! So how much does the skirt weigh, altogether? Would it be uncomfortable after a few hours do you think?
With the steel and the weights it must weigh about 4 pounds - but no, I don't think so. Especially with a corset on to support it the weight is very well balanced.
@@AngelaClaytonCostumery Oh I see, that's not that heavy, really, and good point, the corset supporting it would make it feel like less weight, too.
I used to have an exercise set with those exact weights .... who knew they could be used for historical dress??? They haven't gotten a lot of use during my abs workout, that is for sure ...
LOL I love watching someone else design, I promise not to use your mistakes, they are yours alone.
You are very clever.
Thank you!
Job well done 👍
This was very interesting and informative. Maybe I can attempt making a smaller version of it this concept for a doll that my sister had gifted me some time ago. Her dress is in two parts. The upper part looks like a vest type. It has leg ‘O mutton sleeves from shoulders to elbows with regular sleeves attached from elbows to wrists. It has somewhat wide collar, “v” neckline and waist. The skirt has draping front and back is bustled. I almost forgot to mention that the back of the top has two areas that look like flaps that would float over the top of the bustle. It reminds me of a short version of a man’s “ tails “ part of a tuxedo. I have honk one of these items might “ spruce up “ her dress a bit in a way that it won’t appear to look so saggy and sad. Thank you.
What brand of nail polish do you use? You always have the most beautiful colors
Oh man, what brands don't I use? I have SO MANY - I'll make a video about them someday!
Would you maybe share your measurements for the second hoop skirt? Or the Pattern you used more precisely. I'm working on an elliptical hoop skirt right now, but there is no way of shipping the pattern of truly victorian or some other company to my house... I'm sorry if that is something impropper to ask.
The comment on boning sounding sexy took me way back to sewing parties in my Ren Faire days “I will bone this corset as it has never been boned before!”
Me gusta cuando muestras que no todo sale perfecto, gracias por compartir que no todo es coser y cantar...
I noticed that after adding the weights to the front the hem wasn't as parallel to the floor anymore. I know you've made hoops with weights before, but I don't remember if the same thing happened to those projects. Is that something you would have liked to plan for and adjust the length of the straps, or do you find you can get away with a bit of tilt?
It's definitely happened with my other attempts too - but it's really hard to account for ahead of time. I'm not personally bothered by the tilt since it will still be paired with a petticoat that will smooth out the shape!
Learning is not failing. 😉
Petition to update poly fill packaging to include amount of bumpads it can fill.
Why not use thick quilting batting inside the bum roll and hand stitch the channels down through the batting? So much easier that way.
I’m thinking those weight pouches would be a good spot for secret money. Roll of quarters please.
Do you have footage of the black and white Halloween dress? 😊
Why do you sew with a 1/2 inch seam allowance and then trim it all down to 1/4 wouldn't it be more time efficient to cut the fabric with 1/4 seam allowance originally?
Commenting because algorithm
Oh, boning channels, how I missed you being said!!!
Where did you found the spring steel? Is it easy to find it where you live?
Love it
Please tell me the name\brand of your green nail polish?
Liz Marin I love it too so I did some looking. I think it’s probably Cupcake Polish in Nuclear. Sadly for me, they’re in the US and shipping alone would be $12 to Canada. www.cupcakepolish.com/collections/glitter/products/nuclear
Was just gonna ask the same thing.
How could you use such frilly and beautiful ribbon for boning casing 😭😭😭
Edit: the result is actually pretty nice with the ribbon