Trying out the Hamilton Spencer Plus-Size Pattern || Mock-up Time || Costume Industry Coalition
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- Опубликовано: 3 фев 2021
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This week I have decided to try out the new Costume Industry Coalition Plus-Size Hamilton Spencer Pattern by making a mock-up to see how it fits and to see if the directions would be easy to follow for a new sewist. The fit was actually pretty great, so that is wonderful! I did some sleeve battle and ended up showing you the process of how I overcame my sleeve woes but using my dress form to establish where to place them.
I hope that you enjoy watching me work through this!
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I really like the phrase "Historically adequate." It like perfectly describes what its supposed to and isn't a back handed complement
GIRL I DID THE THING! I sewed my very first item. It is a poorly done cloth napkin, but it is MY poorly done cloth napkin (so a square with rolled hems 🤣) and I love it and I love that I made it! I'm just so stinkin' proud of myself and I never would have done it without your awesome channel and inspiration! Thanks for being awesome, and I'm glad the vlogs are back. 😁❤️
Yay, congrats! :D
Congratulations!
Yaaaaay!! Well done 😄👍 It may be something small right now but it is definitely still a thing! Just wait till you learn more tricks and techniques and then you'll want to make almost all of the things hahaha!
Woo-hoo! YOU DID THE THING!
That's so great! Congratulations!
Thank you for being candid about some of the pitfalls/problems one can run into with patterns. When you just see everything coming out perfect it will make more beginning sewists frustrated. I’m pretty experienced but run into problems all the time.
I’m glad you enjoy it! I watch my friends have way more success with their channels by making everything seem easy and perfect, but that’s not really fair. Someone has to show the reality so people don’t think it’s them.
When I was in 5th grade, we had a series of assignments where we had to write out clear instructions for something, seemingly, simple. How to make a PB&J. How to Brush Your Teeth. And every day my teacher would select a random handful and follow the steps on the paper word for word. I remember that assignment every-single-time I have to create a process for work.
🤣😂🤣😂
Same! It was one of the first things we did in middle school science with labs for the first time. We did "How to get a drink of water." My science teacher showed up for that class in a rain coat and followed all the directions. SO useful for adulting!
@@abbydunavan3220 I would have loved to have seen that one!
When you all meet up with your beautiful spencers, perhaps at Costume College, be sure to get a huge group picture to share with all of us who are just being impressed. :) P.S. I have taken both doses of the Moderna vaccine now. Small reaction to the second one -but I feel that it is worth it. Gotta go - got plans with also vaccinated friends! :)
I just got my second dose today!
I’m jealous. Australia has no vaccine yet. Not a single Australian has received any doses. Not one.
Thanks ScoMoFo! Because he tried to hedge his bets, we’re now right at the very bottom of the list for every vaccine. So we won’t be receiving anything until everyone else (as in every other country) already has theirs. It’s so frustrating.
Especially as we’ve generally handled outbreaks better than most other countries- but that’s due to state premiers, and has nothing to do with the Prime Minister. In fact, every time a state premier shuts down the border, or orders a lockdown or a mask mandate, the PM just snipes at them and tried to score political points. He’s completely useless.
But it’s not surprising. This is the man who decided to have a family vacation in Hawaii in the middle of the bushfire crises, when half of the country was literally on fire. And then, in December, during a global pandemic, he trotted himself over to the US in order to receive a medal from Trump. And he looked so smug about it too. Ugh.
Compare him to Jacinda, who was on top of everything from the very beginning, and has secured vaccines not only for every Kiwi, but also for every other country in the region (except for us, because we’re much bigger than they are). And she’ll be giving those vaccines to the Pacific Island nations for free.
I’m so jealous of New Zealand’s leadership. I cannot express how jealous I am.
So jealous! I'm not in the group to immediately get the vaccine, but I can't wait! Please enjoy your time being where the people are!
Yaaaay second dose!!
About your instructions critique. Just, " Finish in the usual way" lol.
Who else scrolled down when they saw the kitty tail hoping to catch the whole kitty?? I love cats.
This is such a good cause, and I was waiting for the larger sizes to get them. :}
I want a wool pressing mat like that so bad!!! I've been using a mini tabletop ironing board so I don't have to trip over my full sized one, but the idea of turning my whole table into a ironing board sounds amazing!!!
I’ve seen people fold a wool blanket into a similar shape for that purpose quite successfully
Same! I hate my little table top ironing board but I dont have space for a full sized ironing board.
@@raeward8092 Fantastic idea! Thanks!
Amazon. Have one in my cart...
Make sure you put plastic down if you are gonna use steam because that will go through the mat/blanket!!
Thankyou for doing this video; the first thing I thought when Bernadette revealed the pattern was how would it be plus size. ❤❤❤
a) so glad I watched this before thinking of tackling my own Hamilton Spencer pattern. Stash fabric should be used says the sensible angel on my shoulder... but the nonsensible angel is saying that green would rock and blue would be so unexpected and really, really rock. BTW... the carribean music during the taping rocked
So I'm making the Hamilton Spencer, and I just finished the rouleaux work on the front. It took forever, but I enjoy handwork, so it's okay. FYI- I made the trim with 1/4 in. cord like they recommended, but after I stitched one leaf, I thought it looked lumpy. I switched to 2 mm., and I thought it looked much better. I also really appreciated Sewstine saying she needed more yardage. I'm using a 4 yd piece of silk from my stash- and I used pretty much all of it. I'm having fun- hope you do to.
@@AmyCeleste I'm using a gold flatlined silk, and it took me about 1 1/2 hrs per leaf. (Not counting the time I wasted making the 1/4 inch trim.) Bridgerton didn't quite get me through it all, but close. Maybe I'd have been faster if I'd watched something else. : ) I think a good series or audio book is key though for long handsewing projects!
@@AmyCeleste Absolutely. Of course this means I need a new regency dress to go with it, maybe a reticule, another fan....
Oh wow, I just bought my pattern and supplies and I'm feeling concerned now! I bought a wool broadcloth from Burnley and Trowbridge that is a pretty good weight, and I feel like that will be way too bulky for the trim. Maybe I'll do the trim in a matching silk taffeta? I also only bought 3 yards of the wool, per the pattern.....
@@emilypagenkopf5363 I used almost every bit of 4 yards- I watched Sewstines video, and she said she used close to 4 yds too. I thought I was pretty efficient in my layout, but I didn't use the one in the pattern. Bernadette Banner made hers in wool, but I'm not sure what the weight was.
Maybe I should get the pattern👀 wasn’t sure before how the fit would work on a plus size body but it looks SO CUTEEE
I'm in-between plus and straight sizes, I checked the measurements on the first release and it actually would have worked for me, but I know plus sized patterns tend to be more curvy, which I very much am lol
@@kiarakeeper2154 I had that exact same issue, which is why I was really excited when they released the plus size version.
I am SO glad to hear about the Battle of the Sleeves. It's very encouraging!
Watching the wrinkly fabric get ironed smooth is surprisingly satisfying.
I think I might actually blow some mad money on the plus size version, and make it up for my wife, who could rock regency, despite being both tall and fluffy. I bet with a couple adjustments ofmaterials and maybe not as much trim, it could actuall look pretty dang modern!
It's encouraging to see how pretty this jacket looks on a curvy figure. I especially like that you tried on the mock-up as you went along and explained the elements of the fit that you were checking. Also, that you noted the difference between your modern undergarments and the layers to be worn with the final jacket. It's hard for me to judge historical patterns because I'm not familiar with the cut and fit. This video helps me in my own projects. I'm looking forward to seeing your fabric choice! Bravo!
I really appreciate how much you care about your viewers, and what would help them. I really appreciate that and is one of the things that made me a fan.
I just want to say, as a quilter, that ironing sequence was quite possibly one of the most satisfying things to watch!
Oh I’m glad you liked it!
22 well spent dollars! I've been waiting to see how yours goes before I start mine lol
I love you how you talked through your problem solving techniques and analysis of how accessible (or not) the pattern is. And when you finally go to make the spence in fashion fabric, make it completely and see where the sleeve cuff falls....then add the thumb hole if it's still long because THUMB HOLES ARE AMAZING and, why not?! Could even pull a Cathy and embroider the holes to make them extra fancy and vibe with the jacket or practice fun decorative stitches with you new machine.
I've been doing job interviews (if I pass the pre-employment checks I start next week! Yeah! - been a year since COVID took my job - no need for tour bus drivers in my country at the moment) and working on my bachelors degree, coping with an ill husband (he's well on the road to recovery now) and doing some crafting. Yesterday, for the first time in months, I had my sewing machine out to shorten sleeves on a T-Shirt (I dislike 3/4 length sleeves so now they're above the elbow) and today I'm deconstructing a pair of shorts so that I can use them as part of an 18th Century set of pockets in florescent lime green (the outer layer is an embroidered lime green fake silkish fabric but I want something sturdy as that fabric is quite fragile seeming).
Oh I hope the job stuff worked out!! 💖💖
Unreasonably excited by the felt ironing pad! Struck with HUGE Equipment envy! I just ordered one. Thanks SO much for sharing the great idea. For anyone else interested: I did a bit of comparison shopping. They have an eco felt that is a bit less than what Noell got but I contacted them and they kindly explained why the slightly more expensive version is much better suited so I am sticking with Noell's specific recommendation!
Quilter here, and I understand the wonderfulness of a wool pressing mat. Aside from being just a better, more custom size, they also just press so much better! Whenever I use my ironing board now, it's just super disappointing.
Irony: We both bought wool ironing pads for our sewing rooms at the same time (I’m playing RUclips catch up) for the same reason! Also, i got a new sewing machine: Husqvarna Viking Epic 2...I’m in LOVE. Oh I wish we were closer, and lack of pandemic, so we could have a good ol’fashioned sewing circle.
Who says you can't punch a thumb hole in it? It is your spencer after all
I suggest just getting a piece of plywood and one or two chunks of 2x4 and just screw them together over your ironing board. Cover in a natural fiber batting and then piece of fabric over that.
Because I hate that stupid shape and it's never like wide enough or tall enough to fit a reasonable piece of fabric to iron it. I understand why it has that shape it's meant for ironing finish clothing not whole pieces of fabric.
Or I could just put it away and use the pad I showed you I was using?
Indeed! I may just do!
Thank you for the initial review of the pattern - agree that it's not for beginners like myself. But the mockup looks great! Voting for green for Merida... looking forward to seeing that come together. :)
Ahhhhh, the sleevils! My FR competition piece is a Han Dynasty inspired Chinese blouse and skirt set, and the biggest relief of the whole project was that the sleeves are cut in one piece with the rest of the garment. It was one of the main things that gave me the confidence to attempt it 🤣
Oh awesome!
I’m so glad I’ve watched this video! Then I found another you tuber (BB) who did a documentary vlog about the construction. And history of the pattern...... needless to say, I don’t usually have a want to sew regency clothing. Seeing the different fabrics in this jacket! I have bought the 16-34 sized pattern!!!!! Such a relief to find a true plus size pattern❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️and I get to support a deserving community of craft people! ❤️❤️❤️❤️I’m so happy!!!!!
Yay!! I’m so glad!
Me: *listening to this intro with a cat going “purrrrrrow!” right outside the door* Relatable content.
THANK YOU for showing the sleeve - I'm a plus size girl with wide man shoulders - my biggest fear is it wont be wide enough - I'm getting a pattern and am glad you did the walk through with the sleeve - also I think
A green would be good for Merida 😀
I bought the spencer plus size pattern as well. Looking forward to starting it. You are discovering some of the things that quilters like--large throat space, large flat ironing surfaces. With your precision in sewing, you could make the crossover!! I enjoy both costuming, quilting, sewing in general. Happy you are back to vlogging.
As.much as I LOVE your 20 questions videos. It is so amazing watching you work. Just make sure you make time for yourself while sewing. 👍🏼😀
Love when you have finnised something and you draw a line over it on your white board. I do the same and even if I'm not the one doing it, just seeing you do it makes me feel good! Yes, I'm totally all for that sweet "compited it" endorfins!
Wooooo!
I am excited about the Merida project! 😃 I am South African (live in Cape Town🙋🏼♀️), Costube has sparked my interest in historical dress & sustainable fashion! I am still VERY much a newbie to sewing. I am starting with learning the basics of hand-sewing, I've hemmed a few pairs of trousers for my short self. My first sewing project in 2021 is to line a shop-bought dress (it has spaghetti staps) that is made of a viscose large pattern fabric (looks random brush strokes on white canvas) which tends to 'shine through' if direct light hits from behind. I don't wear the dress but I really like it and I want to wear it without having to put a slip on underneath. So, I am attempting to make it wearable with a lining. I hope you have a good week! 🍀
Oh that’s a great project!! I hope it goes smoothly!
Best review of the Hamilton Spencer pattern overall! I decided to buy the pattern after seeing Bernadette's video. After watching yours, I can start taping those millions of pieces of paper together.
Hi, Noelle! Thank you for mentioning and explaining all that "missed out" details for beginners! I consider it extremely important and helpful, and, though not a complete beginner myself, i know i would struggle with issues you pointed out! As to my current work-it is a "more proper than before" viking kit which includes linen underdress and woolen overdress. While waiting for nice wool to come in, i´ve dyed my treasured irish linen with alkanna and crap roots and completely ruined it! Because it is a no go to put your beautifull fabric in a synthetic net previously dyed with blue...Well, my fabric now does have gorgeous rosa tones somewhere and footprints of blue mesh!!! Then i bought locally sold (Germany) linen and it is nowhere nar irish in terms of quality and soooo itchy...So, quest for a good underdress continues and "the truth is out there")
Seeing this made me insanely happy!
For someone who's never actually sewn in sleeves (it me!) that in-depth view of you setting in the sleeves was exceptionally helpful. Thank you!
Oh yay!
I had a couple of solutiion thoughts that might be interesting...I wonder if you could put slide bolts under the sewing table tops? Not as secure as fully bolting together, but they wouldn't separate accidentally but would still be easy to separate on purpose. On putting the pattern together in 2 or more pieces, was there any places that you could reprint one of the rows and split there? Not ideal paper/ink wise but may save some sanity.
So glad to see your take on the Spencer, sewstine made it look easier than I know it will be for me🙂
Yes to the Blackwatch, maybe with a scarlet lining. The mock up looks wonderful.
Thank you for doing this! I bought the first release of the Spenser, as it's largest size would fit, maybe? But I'm going to do the same as you and just buy the second package too, just to see if I can sew it without having to "change" anything. I have no problem buying it again too. I want to support this cause!
I have watched every other video on this particular spencer, and I've had it on my Etsy favourite list since Bernadette uploaded her video on it. I just got my last salary from the part-time job I was doing alongside my studies, and I was looking for a nice way to spend it. I put on this video, and it was just: and now I am going to buy that pattern. And I paused the video and I did. It may be a year, two years, before I actually make the spencer, but hey: so worth it. I always love your sewing video's, they are so chill to watch while doing some tedious hand sewing (finally got out of sleevil hell, now finishing the armhole seam). Thanks!
Yay you got out of slevil hell!
I just learned that I have celiac, and my like 90% of my favorite foods is made with gluten. I'm fine, everything is fine. (internal crying commences)
Hugs
It’s rough at first, but after two months you’ll feel so much better and the replacement foods/snacks have gotten SOOOOOOO much better in the last five years
Do you bake? Also check out Julian Solomita (spelling) on youtube. He's Jenna Marbles bf, but he also has Celiac, and he has a series on his channel called Aries Kitchen were he cooks and bakes vegan and gluten free foods. Usually remaking foods hes either never eaten due to his Celiac or foods he hasn't eaten in a long time. Lots of fast food type foods, and other really rich indulgent foods that I know can he hard to come by when you can't have Gluten.
Can always sub meat substitutes for the real thing if your not vegan, however eating meat free a few times a week is really good for the environment so if it's not an added expense or too hard to come by in my midwest, meat and potatoes kind of grocery stores. I try to just follow the recipes.
@@kiarakeeper2154 I have watched him before but now I need to pay better attention to the videos.
I've had to go all the way to carnivore to really feel awesome again. Just replacing gluten foods with gluten free alternatives didn't do me much good.
Now I don't have any symptoms, have soft skin, loads of energy and lost lots of fat.
Wool pad is genius!!!
You're describing the way I handle most sleeves -- mark the bottom seam and the shoulder, and then get the rest to fit properly.
I was going to buy the pattern just for donation. I am excited that they have put out plus sizes. I will definitely purchase it now! I love your 20 questions videos. It has been great "meeting" all of the costumers.
The best advice "I am going to do the responsible thing and stop working on this now......" You are so RIGHT!!!
This is a difficult lesson to learn. Until you have a few situations where you come back the next day and five minutes later it all falls into place....Start every project by making cookie dough. When you need to step away, go make cookies. In the pursuit of happiness!!
Indeed! This is supposed to be fun!
I enjoy your other projects but I have really missed your sewing vlogs. Thank you!
I am going to go back and study the sleeve instruction. I have had this problem with "the floating notches" on these patterns.
Thank you for adressing the ahem pink part looking things. I've watched several versions and I can't unsee it
Hahahahaha I find it SO FUNNY
@@Costuming_Drama It is very in your face lol. I thought I was the only one seeing it since no-one seemed to mention it
I'm gonna try the Hamilton spencer, I've been making a super mini version so I can better understand how things get put together. I know very little about regency style and nothing about how it's constructed. This actually helped tremendously already! Thanks for always sharing with us!
I really appreciate all your advice done beginners! While I’m not a beginning sewish (my current project is custom Roman shades for our kitchen followed by curtains for the living room and bedroom), I’m very new to sewing clothing (I’ve made exactly 3 - including my purple petticoat for my wedding dress - 9yrs ago).
I will be purchasing this pattern to make “someday” and even if someday never comes I’ll at least know my money went to a great cause.
I didn't tape the whole pattern together (space issue) but laid them out a row at a time, cut the pieces out on each row without mixing anything up, and then taped each pattern piece together. No issues with matching things up, in that way. The star markings and numbers enabled this very well: you can easily match everything up that way. Looking forward to watching the rest of your video, I feel like there's so much to educate myself on at the same time, while making this pattern. Bit overwhelming but will have learnt a lot.
I missed your vlogs! Welcome back.
Oh my god I've GOT to try that ironing pad!
Omg that wool ironing pad! 😍
I was so excited to see a sewing vlog come up this week. Hi internet sewing friend! Great job with your mock up
Oh, I have been waiting for this because I, uh, want to know what I am in for when it comes to dealing with curviness. The pink parts comment nearly had me choking to death on my tea. Was not expecting that.
this was enormously enjoyable, thank you
oh man, i am glad i watched this. i was seriously thinking of buying the pattern to make myself a mid-weight jacket out of it.
i would have been hella confused about the sleeves, despite having sewn for 20 years now. (i don't make much clothing, mostly bags and drapes and cushions)
That felt pad is amazing I want one!
Thanks for the tip on the felt pad! Have just ordered one.
Yay another video! You always make me feel better :)
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So many useful tips, advice in this video. From your sewing room set up, the ironing mat and taking time away when the frustration gets real. Thank you so much for this.
LOL! I was thinking the same thing about punching a thumb hole in the sleeve! Well done. Thank you for sharing all the stumbling spots and for supporting a great cause.
Ooh I'm so excited for this video!!! I did end up buying the pattern last week (finally) after waffling for a while over the sizing... I ended up getting the bigger pattern, because of the sleeves. Also, YAY a VLog! I've missed them!
I was stalking the store for a while for the plus-size pattern, I'll buy it on my next payday even though I won't have time to make it for a while. It definitely looks like it's going to be a "leveling-up" project for me.
omg, you are a genius! I am definitely going to steal your ironing board solution!
I love this video! I was enthused about the fundraiser & was just taking it as read that I would make the Spencer and then decide if I liked how it looks on me. Regency is not one of my favorite time periods. Boobs on a tube isn’t a look I’m comfortable with so this is outside my comfort zone entirely. But I’m excited to learn the tailoring techniques that I’ve heard of but haven’t had a chance to use yet! And conveniently another costuber put out a video today with types of fabric, thread & and tools (and where to find them) so I can order pieces I need for this project since one of my groups is doing a sew along with this pattern.
Your videos are always full of good tidbits and advice. And I love that you don’t hide the snags you hit while sewing. We all do it but... it’s nice to se that we are not alone in our struggles!
The time lapse music!! 👍 this pattern is on my bucket list.
I really want to make this, but I have other stuff I need to work on. So watching the video will help me see what I need to pay attention to when I do it. Thank you! Nice job on the sleeve!
I'm learning so much from you! I may soon attempt to make a costume. I'm looking forward to seeing your jacket completed.
Thank you for providing some much needed encouragement for this project. I am currently trying to make the Hamilton Spencer as a surprise birthday present for a friend - currently basting the double cording around the entire pattern. The pattern was a bit of a stretch for me but you inspired me to first make a 'wearable mock-up' for myself to see how the pieces fitted and anything that might be a construction issue and channeling "just do the thing" after stalling in cutting out the never-ending bias strips! So thank you and take care.
I am so very happy to have a blog to sew to!!!! I have missed you! :)
I have only read the instructions on the spencer as I have a great deal of sewing to do before I attempt it, but it seamed to me that the notches were to align the sleeve to the sleeve cap. I would honestly bow to your experience (both as a sewer and with the pattern specifically) but perhaps that can stave off further headaches making the garment proper. Or you saw something I didn't see and I am just being dumb.
I am so relieved to see it looking so well on a plus size body. I was really worried about that. Now to finish this comfy nightdress so I can make skirts!! I have three skirts planned and the final is a garment I have been wanting for over 2 decades. An ankle length circle skirt will be mine!
It looks really good. Can't wait to see yours finished!
I'm really looking forward to making this one myself (eventually...)
I got my first pair of progressives this year too!
I didn't realise how much I had missed your sewing montages with quirky music. It makes me so happy to hear some unexpected music in a faster tempo than most people chooses for sewing videos. It is really motivating to sew along when I hear that. :)
During this video I have basted and started to hand sew a waistband that I made far more complicated that usual, due to not having enough fabric to do it the easy way. The waistband is to a simple-ish skirt that I sew in breaks between working on my Big Project, the Winter Coat. I am nearly done with the lining (opted for doing the lining before the fashion fabric) and next step is setting in the sleeves.
I am also learning how to knit multi-colored patterns while knitting a beret to one of my friend. I always do more than one project at a time. Usually like this; one hand sewing project, one project in the stage of mashine sewing or cutting out and one knitting project, at the same time.
Wow! You are heckin productive! Go you!
@@Costuming_Drama Well, it seems like I have forgotten how to do other hobbies than this in this pandemic time... I was going to say "I'm not that productive" but hey, maybe I actually am. Thank you for making me realise that I should be proud of what I do :)
You rock, Noelle! Its so lovely to see you vlogging again, although I of course enjoy your other types of videos! I'm so excited you are making this spencer jacket! I'm planning on making it in an aquamarine color.
Ooo I can’t wait to see it!!
I'm also drooling over the Spencer pattern. I've not printed out the pattern yet, just the instructions, and I have to say they read like someone took an order of operations for a professional stitcher and tried to expand it for less experienced sewers. I didn't have much trouble reading through it (I learned how to write orders of operations when I took pattern drafting in college), but I could see how someone used to home sewing patterns could get a bit confused, especially if they tend to skim the writing and mostly use the pictures, the way I tend to with home sewing patterns (when I don't just ignore the instructions all together). Thanks for the heads up on the notches for the sleeves!
I had a dream about the Janome Continental M7 where I was crying because it was so pretty and it made such pretty stitches - even though I've never even seen that machine in real life.
Awwwww
I'm glad you're back. I look forward to your vlogs every week. I just figured with the power outages and other Bay Area drama you weren't able to video.
Man I'm sure glad you made this video and showed all the issues you ran into! The videos on this pattern I've seen so far made it seem advanced, yes, but fairly straightforward to follow and mentioned detailed instructions. I thought this was something I could attempt but now I'm glad I was warned by your video. If it caused issues for you with your experience I'm sure it would have turned me off attempting any sewing whatsoever for a long, long while. So thank you very much for not shying away from showing 'negatives' and issues. It is so very appreciated and goes a long way in making me feel like sewing in general is something I can do. Sometimes when all I see are the polished videos it can seem like only I am struggling, which can be very discouraging.
I’m so glad to help! I watch my friends having way more success with their channels because they make everything so polished, but I’m more here to make everyone know how it really is and how it’s ok and they can do it anyway! 💖
I have had a flashback to trying to do a two piece sleeve from laughing moon. Thank you for point out one notch lines up with the seem I think that one did too. makes me feel not crazy
😲 That ironing pad is amazing!!! And my ironing board is also covered (um actually stacked high) with non iron stuff😅
We have missed seeing you. I’ve been working on my sewing. The sewing pad is awesome. I have a small 2ft. Square.
Thank you for talking about your process! I'm new to sewing (never costumed, never tailored) and definitely had these issues with the pattern instructions. So yes, I have a fun jacket, but rode the struggle bus the whole way.
I think a secret to this pattern may be to know when to say, ‘Okay, I’m taking over now...’ Then you need to pick and choose what you like from it. After all, you’re the one who will be wearing it. Maybe this could be called a ‘growing’ piece?!.
Absolutely. I just tried this as a beginner with a few simpler projects under my belt, and I feel like deciding what is worth your time is so important.
I would say that's the key to any sewing pattern, when to keep to the pattern and when to say, "I think the arm should be this way." It is entirely possible the sleeve notches got switched front to back at some point in the process.
I have definitely missed your vlogs! I love the 20 Qs, but I have missed you just chatting. I totally get the project hangover. Especially when the project ends and you go right into the holidays, big hangover.
I'm not going to make the spencer. Its just not my style. Glad to know they did a good job sizing it up! I will be keeping an eye out for any future patterns by them.
Thanks for the link to the ironing pad. I have a little table top ironing board and I am just about ready to chuck it out the window!
It is so good to see you sewing again!! You make wonderful videos. I learn from your frustrations as well. I cannot wait to see the actual Spencer. Congrats on your new sewing machine. You deserve it. Be safe.
Thank you!! 💖💖
Yes on the thumb holes in the sleaves of the spencer!!!!
Very nice to see the plus size version, this is the one I'm planning to buy! I will definitely follow your advice tho and wait a couple projects until I start this one! Just hearing that tiny part of instructions you were reading aloud freaked me out a little!
What I'm doing right now: I had an exam today and it went pretty well I think! I used the rest of the day trying to figure out what garments I want to sew, as I really want to keep my wardrobe small and I also fixed some doll clothes. It was nice to get back to sewing again!
this reminded me I need to clean off my desk and wind bobbins, so I can maybe work on my corset. the one I started a year ago (or decided to start a year ago), and have still not completed the mockup for.
Nice work getting this all sorted out! (Also I TOTALLY thought the same thing about the sleeve petal/cap things? Especially in the pink! )
Hi, Noelle! I found it easier, for me anyway, when putting printed patterns together I do it one pattern piece at a time. Instead of taping the entire print out all at once. It helps minimize the misalignment. So if one piece is off, it doesn't translate to another piece.
Yeah, that’s heckin smart! Next time
@@Costuming_Drama I only had to tape patterns together about a million times before I figured it out!
Thank you so much for the tip on the pressing mat! Renovating my sewing room at the current moment and I’ll definitely be including that. Also, Divergent is a great series.
Oh it’s so good!!
Thank you for this video! I was excited to hear your take on this pattern. I've been sewing for many years and was almost intimidated after reading through the instructions. Your reaction made me feel not so alone, lol. Also, I've started cutting out the pattern pieces as they are completed during the taping process instead of taping them all together and then cutting. It's much less unwieldy, and helps to eliminate that crappy issue of things getting wonky because of slight misalignment. It's been a sanity saver for me!
Thanks for all your videos!
Yeah that’s a really good idea right there!
Immediately bought the felt mat. I hate ironing boards and I'm so excited for this! Thank you for recommending it. 💕
I hope you enjoy! That company is probably like “what’s up with all these mats selling so quickly?”
I have a small 13” wool mat which is GREAT for the small scale napkin projects I have been doing. I recently got multiple yards of fabric for a larger napkin project...and I am heckin’ jealous of your much larger mat (and work surface).
A vlog! Hooray! I didn't realize until I started watching that I think I've been having vlog withdrawals this month. 😍 Love all your content, but your vlogs are where it's at.
Thumbhole comment cracked me up! 🤣 I bought the Hamilton spencer pattern to support CIC, but not sure if/when I'll make it.
I'm hand sewing a shift right now, trying to make some progress on the early 18th century costume I'd like to finish by September (for an event in October, if it doesn't get CovCancelled). Procrastinating a third mockup of fully boned stays.
when I made my video of the making of this Spencer, I was also going to film some of the pattern assembly too. You had the same thoughts as me! :-) I am glad you made the video, it forewarns us of potential challenges we will encounter with the pattern. Thanks so much for sharing!