Making a 1940's Summer Suit Jacket (& Skirt!) - Summer Sewing 2019

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  • Опубликовано: 11 сен 2019
  • By popular demand, my last project for my summer sewing series is one of my princess seamed cotton twill summer jackets! This one is made from a lovely inky black organic cotton twill from Moodfabric.com, and with a matching pencil skirt of course. This video took ages in every respect, to film, to edit, to export! So I am sorry it is up a bit late, please forgive me.
    Also, who's ready for spooky season...I mean autumn. What would you like to see me sew this next season?
    And as always, yes I sew over pins, yes I am kinda sloppy with lazy zippers--I'll sew my way, you can sew your way, and we will all make cute stuff mmkay? Mmkay :)
    Some fit resources for princess seams:
    shop.mybluprint.com/sewing/ar...
    shop.mybluprint.com/sewing/ar...
    www.blogforbettersewing.com/20...
    Patternmaking for Fashion Design is a textbook and is a pricey book, but worth it if you are into this sort of thing: www.barnesandnoble.com/w/patt...
    Music from Epidemic Sound & the RUclips Audio Library
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    Thank you for watching!
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  • @evilrose412
    @evilrose412 4 года назад +9

    Here is my tip for pre-washing - i put the fabric folded in pillow case / cushion cover and wash it inside of it. most times the fabric wont unfold and i don't have to face ripped pieces. PS. i only use one pillow case, already checked, not bleeding colors (you can use white too), so i am not worried about color change.

  • @baricala
    @baricala 4 года назад +108

    Love your content! I'm quite experienced in pattern drafting and sewing, but I always learn something from you. You are, as my husband says, "the real deal" and effortlessly funny and entertaining.
    As I said in another video, an Old Hollywood series would fit you like a glove. Thank you!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +13

      Thank you! As soon as I began to learn flat patterning back at university I simply fell in love, I feel so lucky to have the skill now and I'd love to take even more classes again someday :)

    • @dianemarkesich6854
      @dianemarkesich6854 4 года назад

      Quite correct!

    • @CajunRose
      @CajunRose 4 года назад +5

      It looks perfect. My first thought seeing the incredibly posh suit completed, was professional funeral director Martisha Addams!
      May I ask? The buttons, are they vintage? Possibly lucite or bakelite?
      Also, the weight of the waistband interfacing, which do you prefer?
      *I completely follow along your videos.
      I learn so much from your knowledge and skills. Thank you.

  • @123marksalot
    @123marksalot 4 года назад +53

    Girl you are a lifesaver❤️❤️❤️ I’m going to be moving to Japan and it’s gonna be hot as hell and I need to wear suits for my job and this is absolutely perfect thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +7

      Thanks Jessica! I'm happy to help, though I am also super jealous as I'd love to visit Japan!

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 4 года назад +38

    Took me a day or so, to get through, but so worth it! Thank you, for taking the time to share your process for drafting and constructing a jacket.
    I find your way of filming and editing this much more useful than the fast paced, overedited videos one usually sees with tutorials.
    That’s fine, if it’s just for entertainment, but doesn’t really work very well for learning.
    And it’s a beautiful ensemble 👏👏👏

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +9

      Thank you Rara! I always wonder if I should simply cut together quicker videos, but I like to hope people can actually learn something if I leave them long like this

  • @beevintage9857
    @beevintage9857 4 года назад +17

    For someone who doesn't have a clue about sewing, this was fascinating! Thank you!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +2

      It's a bit like watching a low budget How It's Made show right? I love watching things like that even if I will never do them ;)

  • @PolyvoreThea
    @PolyvoreThea 4 года назад +41

    Fun Morticia does 50’s office look!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Thea!

    • @Elemiriel
      @Elemiriel 4 года назад +6

      @@TheClosetHistorian Oh my gosh can we get a Morticia Addams does 1950s lookbook for October? I feel like it wouldn't be hard for you lol

  • @Sudenveri
    @Sudenveri 4 года назад +6

    As someone with boobs who is not, in fact, a woman, I just wanted to mention that I really appreciate the "people have curves" phrasing.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +2

      I immediately noticed my misspeak there and had to correct myself! I'm always trying to work on the version of language I learned growing up to do better

    • @Sudenveri
      @Sudenveri 4 года назад +1

      @@TheClosetHistorian It's seen and appreciated! :D

    • @billiev8705
      @billiev8705 4 года назад +1

      Kayla Scheiner I also appreciate that phrasing! I was born and identify as a woman - doesn’t mean curves are exclusive to people who identify as such. Bodies come in all sorts of ways, and so do people. (And thank goodness. If there were only two types of people, how boring that would be!)

  • @kayemcmullen
    @kayemcmullen 4 года назад +14

    Hi Bianca,
    Loved the finished view: wig, scarf, spider brooch and all.
    I’ve been sewing for 63 years ( I know!! - still learning) and have always sewn over my pins - can’t see why this may be an issue.
    Once sewing was a cheaper way to have nice clothes.Now it’s a way to have better quality fabrics and perfect fit. I like the whole process from choosing the fabric, drafting, machining and finishing by hand.
    Thank you for sharing your expertise just love your content.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +2

      Thank you Kaye! I do sometime have the machine needle hit a pin while I'm sewing and break, which isn't ideal of course, but usually only when I am sewing very fast!

  • @whoisthatguy87
    @whoisthatguy87 4 года назад +55

    "Armhole Princess" sort of sounds like a punk band or a gay bar....🙂🌈

    • @Tina06019
      @Tina06019 4 года назад +7

      I favor the name "The Square Gussets" for the name of my imaginary rock band.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +8

      Oh my goodness! It would definitely have to be punk, though it could be construed as a rather provocative sounding name for either ha! ;)

  • @Diana-ux9dg
    @Diana-ux9dg 4 года назад +15

    Bless you Bianca for this tutorial! You are a gift to the sewing community!

  • @debbiepullin4514
    @debbiepullin4514 4 года назад +30

    Another amazing video packed with great info! How about a 40’s winter suit? Long sleeves and those fun 40’s details? Or 40’s trousers? Whatever you make will be fabulous - thank you so much!!

    • @knittabhavana
      @knittabhavana 4 года назад +6

      Here here for suggestion of the winter suit and pants projects for winter!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +3

      Thank you Debbie!

  • @LCtheCurious
    @LCtheCurious 4 года назад +34

    I so appreciate and respect all of the work you put into making videos like this. I can only imagine the time this took to film and edit. It's an excellent resource that I will definitely be coming back to. Thank you !! +++++

  • @strangestvintage6932
    @strangestvintage6932 4 года назад +3

    2 hours of juicy content?? You're spoiling us

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Ha! I know for some it will be too long, but others seem to like it, so...thank you indeed! ;)

  • @stephanieray6587
    @stephanieray6587 2 года назад

    It's so fascinating to watch a two dimensional pattern turn into a three dimensional garment!

  • @beatricewhitcombe
    @beatricewhitcombe 4 года назад +12

    HILARIOUS. I laughed the whole way, always love your sharp wit.
    Also, kudos on an excellently filmed and edited video, what a fantastic resource for the suit I’ve been dying to try! Thank you for dedicating so much care and time to it.
    Thank you SO. VERY. MUCH. for leaving in the rant about clipping rounded seams and leaving raw edges. It’s something that’s always confused me, and I haven’t tried it out of terror of unraveling. The information you provided was *exactly* what I needed to understand how it works, and it was so helpful to know you haven’t experienced any damage on your cotton twills (though I suspect linens and silks might be a different story). Also, every sewing room is messy! It’s part of the creative process, but I definitely wouldn’t be offended if you made a Clean With Me video where you sorted, cleaned, and organised your sewing room! It’s always fun to peek at what processes and tools other people incorporate into their art. Which reminds me: you mentioned you usually press with steam and your hand... have you considered a pressing block or tailor’s clapper? I’ve used them a couple times and absolutely love the sharp edges it gives me. Plus, my main career is massage therapy, so it saves my hands from burns so I can work the next day!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      Thank you Beatrice! I need more pressing tools it's true! I just have my little tailors ham. As for burns, at my day job I have to use a 350 degree heat press and am constantly burning myself (clumsy by nature), so I am quite used to it eek! I refuse to slow down so I get little burns all the time I'm afraid, not the best.

  • @Gandellion
    @Gandellion 4 года назад +1

    Bring on autumn sewing, autumn gives me LIFE

  • @naritariko9390
    @naritariko9390 4 года назад +9

    Yes yes yes
    I love your (summer) sewing project - videos
    but this in particular? even more!
    thank you so much

  • @ashleymainmakes
    @ashleymainmakes 4 года назад +7

    I probably wont make a jacket any time soon but a princess bodice is definitely on the list! Very cool, also nice to know that its not just me that struggles with the late night "am I going crazy?" Moments.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Ashley! You are certainly not alone there, sometimes the best answer is to just call it a night and come back fresh!

  • @themorela32
    @themorela32 4 года назад +2

    I dont even saw but I found this incredibly relaxing

  • @verdondamayes-cooper8532
    @verdondamayes-cooper8532 4 года назад +15

    Love this suit, great job. The eye makeup is fabulous.

  • @mmw55122
    @mmw55122 4 года назад +3

    LOL!!! LOVE your casual makeup!!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you! I'll have a tutorial up for that look soon on my beauty channel ;)

  • @kaiakakos
    @kaiakakos 4 года назад +8

    I want to make this so bad!!! I´m going to learn how to properly sew (because I can only make very easy projects) so that I can replicate these beautiful dresses/suits!! Thak you so much for uploading these sew alongs so that I can rewatch them later when I feel confortable enough to make my one clothes!

  • @ssg8051
    @ssg8051 4 года назад +6

    I can't believe I just watched almost two hours of a sewing video...given that I haven't sewn any clothing since I was in middle school. But you drew me in and I was captivated. Thank you for expanding my horizons. Cheers, Ardith

  • @averyt9600
    @averyt9600 4 года назад +14

    This was amazing! I’ve always stuck to skirts and repairs, but I may just have to try my hand at one of these! Also, digging the Morticia Addams: office addition vibe at the end

  • @evawisl
    @evawisl Год назад +1

    That was an awesome pattern drafting and sewing tour de force in making your summer suit! Thank you for taking the time and having the patience to film and explain points as you went along. This is a very valuable learning resource and I’m really enjoying watching you take historical fashion inspirations, translate them into patterns and then sew them up. Thanks!

  • @brendabijak7171
    @brendabijak7171 4 года назад +10

    You look great! Yes suits! That looks amazing on you!

  • @darnelleechols8556
    @darnelleechols8556 4 года назад +13

    Lol!! Your "casual make up" looks fabulous.

  • @billiev8705
    @billiev8705 4 года назад +1

    Apart from all the wonderful explanations on pattern modification, I think the best tip in there for me is: sometimes you just have to GO TO BED! Ugh. But of course, I never go to bed before I reach that "am I going insane?" moment...

  • @emrysziegler7354
    @emrysziegler7354 4 года назад +10

    I’m currently venturing into self drafted vintage style blouse making and I’m so happy to see this jacket process! Thank you!

  • @evetteurbino
    @evetteurbino 4 года назад +2

    BRILLIANT!!! This was an AWESOME watch. I'm a newbie on your channel and I LOVE all 1940's dress-wear. I can already see myself making this suit. Your tutorial is very well explained and I was able to follow you through on all counts of changes and additions to your pattern. 1940's and 50's is my favorite fashion era. Although I do not completely wear it, I have some dresses that I've purchased. One thing for sure... You have completely convinced me to make the change in my wardrobe for good. I have to to thank for that. I know it will take me a long while to make a complete wardrobe for the different seasons because I do not work due to disability, however, "slow and steady wins the race. Now I'm just binge-watching your videos. Here I go, Thank you for you hard work and labor of love for Historical Clothing. PS: I'm hoping to find the textbook you recommend. Agains - THANK YOU!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Eve! Slow and steady is the best policy for building a new wardrobe and style indeed

  • @Susanfuzz
    @Susanfuzz 4 года назад +2

    Armhole Princess is my new band name...

  • @roadrunnercrazy
    @roadrunnercrazy 4 года назад +3

    Thank you! That was fascinating! I took sewing all through high school and didn't learn anything about making a muslin, adjusting fit, or really anything much useful. All our information came from the pattern instructions. You have filled in some major gaps for me.

  • @maridanez
    @maridanez 4 года назад +4

    Big Morticia vibes!!!

  • @hazelgeno
    @hazelgeno 4 года назад +7

    So much guidance going on there.....hahaha! Great video as always! And your makeup, WOW!

  • @darnelleechols8556
    @darnelleechols8556 4 года назад +14

    Enjoyed the tutorial Bianca.
    The suit looks beautiful.
    The Morticia wig and spider brooch was an interesting touch.
    P.S. I like that your little kitty friend came along to help you out. :)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thanks Darnelle! Yes my cat Cleo followed by brother downstairs to say hello. I don't usually let her in my sewing room as I'm always afraid she will eat some thread or something and hurt herself, so she was having a treat being on my desk for a bit!

  • @Europa1749
    @Europa1749 4 года назад +4

    What a flattering little suit. I could never do that. Your eyes are beautiful.

  • @chaeburger
    @chaeburger 4 года назад +9

    There's no shame in using a reference book as intended. Imagine how rough of a time the historical costuming folks would have it without the Janet Arnold and American Duchess books.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +2

      I just feel a bit bad making it available to the world I suppose, but people follow knitting patterns or recipes here on RUclips all the time I guess!

    • @damichill
      @damichill 3 года назад +3

      @@TheClosetHistorian I believe your use and demonstration of this book functions more as an advertisement than any thing else :)

  • @withthesehands5799
    @withthesehands5799 3 года назад +2

    I'm here for the natural, simple makeup look! 😊 and beautiful suit as well!

  • @simonerauscher3307
    @simonerauscher3307 4 года назад +2

    Idea for winter: 1930s-40's midi winter coat, maybe with some kind of cape collar situation? Great video!

    • @simonerauscher3307
      @simonerauscher3307 4 года назад

      A full vintage goth series would also be pretty darn fun to watch...

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      Thank you Simone! More goth leaning things are in the works ;)

  • @knittabhavana
    @knittabhavana 4 года назад +2

    Fabulous vid: I admit to skimming a bit as will follow along properly next month sometime when my current projects are out of the way. Like other followers here, I too need to make myself some blocks first. I'm a similar shape to you and have always struggled to get a well-fitting princess line pattern so I'm looking forward to working along with you on this vid to hopefully address this. Finished suit looks fabulous: the close fitting through the waist suits your proportions so stunningly - be careful going out in this one you'll be stopping the traffic with those curves, ai ai ai! Styled so beautifully too with the scarf and brooch. Another amazing vid, thanks so much Bianca!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      Thank you Alix! I think having adjusted my block with a "full bust adjustment" first has really helped everything I make fit better. It's such a worthwhile modification!

  • @sandyaledor
    @sandyaledor 4 года назад +9

    Love it! And you make your patterns so effortlessly! I'm definitely coming back for references, I failed at my attempt to make a skirt like this and I noticed of couple of things you did that I'm going to try! 🤔😀👍
    Thanks for the video!!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you! I'm sorry to have sped through the skirt part, but I knew this video was going to be suuuuper long already!

  • @vdubborero1999
    @vdubborero1999 4 года назад +14

    Good jop completing it .I do like.the wig thing is alright,sometimes a little change is good. I just love your channel. Doesn't matter what your doing love your style.A+ from me.

  • @gabbihoyt5425
    @gabbihoyt5425 4 года назад +1

    "Just a natural makeup look." Lol. Love the sassy sarcasm. The suit jacket and skirt ended up so cute!

  • @armedvsokord
    @armedvsokord 4 года назад +1

    Quite the finale, love the suit. It is so nice you get dolled up for yourself, and maybe us. If you need it we'll be happy to be your reason to have a fun makeup look.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you! I always worry about not having "authentic" vintage makeup on here on the channel, but sometime a girl just wants to play with glitter you know eh? ;)

    • @armedvsokord
      @armedvsokord 4 года назад

      @@TheClosetHistorian I'm not sure about that it's very pretty on others but for me glitter is the herpes of craft supplies; once you have it you never get rid of it. You have fun with it so that is what is important.

  • @lynnbigner570
    @lynnbigner570 4 года назад +3

    I love your style details. The scarf, pin and eye shadow finish off the beautiful suit.

  • @lady_id.dixiet_dixt
    @lady_id.dixiet_dixt 3 года назад +1

    Thank You! Your channel has me hooked. I just love your ramblig on and your human approach to everything. I have to admit that if you stop doing your long videos then I will have to stop watching and pull my subscription. I have learned something from every video I have watched so far and if you go to those "quicky" videos I think it will loose the pizaz you've got going for you. Great works gal and please keep it going.

  • @nlili-rose925
    @nlili-rose925 4 года назад +3

    I just want to say I love your videos and appreciate all the work you put in them, looking forward to the next one !😄

  • @ah5721
    @ah5721 3 года назад

    I learn a lot from you about pattern drafting and adjusting premade patterns while watching your videos so I can make well fitted clothing.
    thank you for your detailed step by step videos so we can recreate these for ourselves

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 4 года назад +3

    How about a nice cape? That’s way up my own list, certainly! They’re so effortlessly elegant and you can wear elbow length gloves with them 😊

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      I saw a woman in Paris once wearing a lovely midi length black wool cape and it was just about the chicest thing ever

  • @MsDianne1951
    @MsDianne1951 4 года назад +3

    i really enjoy the sewing videos. They are my favorites! Tthank you.

  • @chaeburger
    @chaeburger 4 года назад +3

    Also, I have found that knitting needles, especially straight ones, are super good for turning out corners.

  • @julianneaitch
    @julianneaitch 4 года назад +3

    The reason for the adjustments around the bust on the front side pattern piece is to soften the shape of the bust point. This aligns with modern bra shapes. If you wanted a more 50s bullet bust you wouldn't do those adjustments.

  • @panacheluxury4262
    @panacheluxury4262 4 года назад +1

    Oh no, you committed the cardinal sin of leaving seams raw and no lining in the suit! 😀 After sewing for as long as I have I still have periods of doubt, but that is a part of the territory in sewing. You are always learning and becoming better at the craft even experienced sewers. Sometimes happy accidents occur. Mock ups are great test grounds as you demonstrated. Love the topstitch detailing. You did a fabulous job and a lovely choice of fabric.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you!

    • @panacheluxury4262
      @panacheluxury4262 4 года назад

      You're welcome!

    • @dianemarkesich6854
      @dianemarkesich6854 4 года назад +1

      In 4H many years and vintages ago, we were taught to stay stitch our raw edges, running a line of stitching about 1/4 in from the edge.

  • @mizzworthy
    @mizzworthy 4 года назад +2

    This was super helpful and informative. I really love your videos and your style xxx thank you xx

  • @carmengrima1539
    @carmengrima1539 4 года назад +2

    Absolutely gorgeous. I really enjoyed this video. You never cease to amaze me at the gorgeous outfits you create. This one is a real stunner and thank you so much for making it. Can't wait to see what amazing outfit you make next.

  • @kassic8504
    @kassic8504 4 года назад +1

    i love your eyeshadow and the way you talk, ypur voice has a very nice depth andnthe way you phrase things makes me laugh amd im always excited to see another sewing video

  • @rpkent8884
    @rpkent8884 4 года назад +1

    super video, Bianca! thanks for all your hard work.

  • @kirsten4211
    @kirsten4211 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for showing how you did the sleeve cuffs. I want to do a blazer with 3/4 length sleeves and a put in cuff like that, and have been puzzling how to keep it in place. As always, love your drafting videos.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  2 года назад

      Thank you Kirsten! This is so much easier than making separate cuffs for sure!

  • @maroulio2067
    @maroulio2067 4 года назад +1

    Excellent job! I love your creativity and style. Even the black wig looks great on you.

  • @evilrose412
    @evilrose412 4 года назад +1

    Recipe for a pattern haha Bianca! LOVE love love your way of explaining things. And about make up... well i hear you girl! This always happen to me, when i'm trying just some "natural daily" look... EVERY SIGLE TIME. I just skip lashes.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you! I have been having suuuch trouble getting false lashes to stick lately, I think the green glitter look in this video was the last time I could get the darn things on properly.

  • @danitzasews
    @danitzasews 4 года назад +10

    I really like the peplum on the jacket thank you for the tips

  • @crwilley
    @crwilley Год назад

    THANK YOU for showing all the different iterations of the mock-up? It makes me feel better as a novice that you, with all your experience, starting from a bodice block that fit you well, still needed a few rounds of modifications for fit.
    (also I saw the sketch and fell head-over-heels in lust, I will be attempting this design for myself, thank you!)

  • @sammysparklesburlesque6358
    @sammysparklesburlesque6358 3 года назад

    Your comment about late night sewing and the "am I going crazy...?" is a TOTAL mood hehehehe

  • @aprildriesslein5034
    @aprildriesslein5034 3 года назад +1

    I heard that the reason for men's buttons being on the right is so that when they draw their swords (with their right hands, of course), the hilt doesn't get caught between the overlapped front of the shirt. We ladies, of course, would never do something so indiscreet as draw a sword in public. We'd use our daggers, so we need our buttons to be on our dagger-hand side. 😄

  • @brokeschlo8274
    @brokeschlo8274 4 года назад +4

    I'm second... LOVE YOUR SEWING VIDEOS, keep it up :)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Brooke!

    • @brokeschlo8274
      @brokeschlo8274 4 года назад +1

      @@TheClosetHistorian Never a problem, I'm madly in love with the darker twist you put on vintage fashion.. to me, i always see vintage witch :)

  • @TheKapuahi
    @TheKapuahi 4 года назад +1

    you sewed over about a gajillion pins, if I sewed over only one pin, I would have a broken needle. and the needle tip probably protruding from my eye. Love your tutorial, thank you so much. Love from Australia. xx

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you! I bend pins and break needles occasionally I assure you ;)

  • @peggydid
    @peggydid 4 года назад

    I prewash my fabric just like you do!
    The sleeves! Yes! My mother learned to sew in the 40's/50's. That's how she
    taught me to do it! I've loved every minute of this video,

  • @maidenrohina
    @maidenrohina 4 года назад +1

    After finally getting a chance to finish watching this, I am as impressed as usual! This was a fantastic and super informative video. For some reason I always understand a concept once you've explained it no matter how many time's I've heard other people talk about certain techniques or processes it never seems to fully 'click' in my brain until seeing it in one of these videos. I can not wait for the fall sewing series. Thank you for another fantastic video as always!

  • @josie8581
    @josie8581 4 года назад +1

    I've been following the summer sewing series (I'm working on a dress made using the things you showed for the green dress right now) and it's been really fun watching you make the clothes and being able to understand how everything is done because you explain it so well. Thank you! 💙

  • @casandrac6268
    @casandrac6268 4 года назад +7

    I love it!!! I also love your makeup 😍😍😍😍😍❤

  • @eiszapfenkobold
    @eiszapfenkobold 4 года назад +4

    Maybe you are interested in making a historical 40s hiking outfit? A tartan fitted vest and a woolen or heavy cotton hiking skirt? Since you are also into vintage traveler fashion i think it could be a cool thing.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +4

      I really wanted to make jodhpurs this year, for a full fall adventure ensemble indeed, but I don't think I'll have the budget for fabric for them this year, sometime though! I do have plaids in my stash though, and do have a vest on my to do list!

  • @fromgoodtoglam7564
    @fromgoodtoglam7564 4 года назад +1

    This was such a helpful video! As someone who can’t sew darts of any kind, this was great!!

  • @jewelnelson5597
    @jewelnelson5597 4 года назад +1

    Oh this is so interesting! It is nice to see your method. I have similar additions, but I'm not always sure I'm doing them correctly so this is most helpful. Course, your items always turn out well!

  • @raquelseydewitz203
    @raquelseydewitz203 4 года назад +1

    Great job! I'd like to see this suit in off white because I like the look of the muslin toile.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Raquel! I don't have one in off white yet so perhaps that's a shade I'll need to add next year ;)

  • @valencialoop
    @valencialoop 4 года назад +3

    Jeez, who knew?? The engineering...no wonder there is a degree for this...

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      It's sculpture that has to move in some ways I suppose :)

  • @nikisamothrakis
    @nikisamothrakis 4 года назад

    Lots of comments, so don't know if you'll see this... but the reason it has you move the end of the dart has to do with fit and ease. If you pivot without extending the dart, it will reduce ease on the side of the bust, and open up the "beak" looking part too much, adding fullness to the seam that goes over the front of bust - also making it harder to ease in the side front to the center front pattern pieces along the princess seam when sewing. Most of those random things are done for fit and ease, but they don't usually explain in the books!
    Anyways, I love your channel! I studied fashion design too 🙃. Your channel gives me inspiration to start new projects (as if I need to start new projects 🤣). You have such cute ideas! Thank you!!

  • @thundaera
    @thundaera 4 года назад

    Love this suit, great tutorial enjoyed this so much. It is your video do it your way, amazing. Long who cares, your rambling sometimes shines light on your thought process or answers to problems we may have had before! Keep doing it your way, thank you.

  • @22mendonca
    @22mendonca 4 года назад +1

    Hahahahaha! Love the effort with the make up doll! Hell, why not get done up for indoors...I do!
    Thanks for sharing another fantastic sewing video. Gorgeous project Xx

  • @deni9626
    @deni9626 3 года назад

    The blue one looks great. Love it, makes you look like you have a tiny waist, perfect size and fit.

  • @lisanguyen869
    @lisanguyen869 4 года назад

    I have ZERO sewing experience, but if I ever wanted to start, of course I would follow along to one of your tutorials 😊

  • @kimberlycalmy5356
    @kimberlycalmy5356 4 года назад

    I love how your monologue is so off-the-cuff. I lost my sew-jo for drafting and clothing construction over a year ago due to so many frustrations with fit on my pear-shaped body. Now, listening to your musings, I have renewed motivation to get back in the saddle. Thanks so much!

  • @tigerpunk1996
    @tigerpunk1996 4 года назад +1

    if you ever need a haloweenvideo idea you should do a vintage cleopatra costume, the makeup reminded me of how cleopatra looked in old movies. The way I was taught to make princess seams is to close all that darts creating a 3d object, then drawing the curve and cutting the pieces, making sure to have a cutting line runing through the nipple mark.

  • @patriciamack8414
    @patriciamack8414 4 года назад +1

    Nice job drafting and sewing your suit!

  • @gloriaodiah7493
    @gloriaodiah7493 2 года назад

    Thank you so much. You inspire me a lot. I now understand dart manipulation since I watch your channel.

  • @tbes2417
    @tbes2417 4 года назад +2

    Loved it! Once again I feel like I have learned so much! I love this series, cant wait for the fall and winter one to begin. Keep up the fantastic work😻

  • @aliceadler4569
    @aliceadler4569 3 года назад

    Love the light & natural makeup look!!! Stunning!!!

  • @minerva5025
    @minerva5025 4 года назад

    Beautifull and it fits you so well, love watching you make all those great projects.

  • @greyjustice915
    @greyjustice915 4 года назад +1

    Love the whole video and once again that eye look is absolutely amazing!

  • @annlidslot8212
    @annlidslot8212 4 года назад +1

    Hi, Lovely to see you again. As always I can't use anything you were doing in the video myself, but I had a good time again, as always. Last week as I was rambling around Etsy I saw a beautiful evening dress from the 1920's. Very drapey and sparkly, and I thought about you. I think you mentioned at some point that you would like to do an evening dress. Your eye makeup especially in the opening presentation is gorgeous and I would love to se how you did it. I'm already looking forward to the next visit with you. Yours, Ann

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Ann! I will be doing a tutorial video for that eye makeup look on my beauty channel soon

    • @annlidslot8212
      @annlidslot8212 4 года назад

      @@TheClosetHistorian Hi, that's to bad. I would have loved to see it. Talking about Etsty. I have been walking around the shops today, and I saw a pair of vintage cotton blend gloves from the 40's or 50's, Did they do blends like that at that time? How does one know if what the vendor say's is right. I also found a pair of 40's to 50's shoes in a different shop and they looked similar to the ones that I've seen in American Duchess but with higher and slimmer heals. How could I learn to see the difference between the real deal and being a reproduction or a case of the early 80's doing that era? If you run out of Ideas maybe you could give us a tutorial at some point. With my Best Nightly Regards. Yours, Ann
      P.S What is your Etsy store's name. Maybe I'll see something I like there, or at least it will be fun to window shop D.S

  • @angelapieper5019
    @angelapieper5019 4 года назад +1

    Thank you so much for this video! You are so lovely and provide so many great tips and shortcuts for us lazy folks.
    I used the same textbook when I went to design school, but the 3rd edition 🤦‍♀️, way back in 2001 lol. I ordered the 5th edition a couple of months ago and I'm so happy to have it again!
    Still awaiting the arrival of my dress form. I find it hard/annoying to fit garments without one.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад

      Thank you Angela! It's a great tool to have on the sewing room shelf for sure :)

  • @alabamalisa3872
    @alabamalisa3872 2 года назад

    love this outfit. I have been working on creating my own bodice block after watching your videos for a few months. thanks for being inspiring and informative as aways.

  • @yuhuie
    @yuhuie 4 года назад +2

    Love it. Thank you

  • @beareid6053
    @beareid6053 Год назад

    You are one of the people I would love to spend a sewing weekend with! I want to absorb as much information from you as I possibly can. Sounds weirder written out than it did in my head. Lol. Hopefully you understand what I really mean.

  • @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236
    @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236 4 года назад +1

    Thank you for the nice video! I loved the little jacket, and I loved your summer sewing series! ❤️I have been really inspired to get some vintage style projects going too.
    I loved the asymmetrical skirt from the suit in your ‘Adventure style’ video (you call the fabric taube/brown mini houndstooth)
    I would love you to show how you make that!!! 😻❤️🤩
    Can’t wait for next seasons sewing on your channel!
    Wool has already entered my sewing room, even though it is just thrift fixes... 🍂🍃🍁

    • @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236
      @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236 4 года назад

      P.s. I often ask myself why doubts and deliberations occupy so much time and headspace when I am sewing, but I guess it’s just a part of the process...

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      Thank you Rebekka! I actually do have that skirt on my list for fall so you are in luck! It's coming up, and I'll be making a matching vest and bolero too :)

    • @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236
      @rebekkawacherhausenwichman236 4 года назад

      TheClosetHistorian Yeah! That sounds brilliant! I’m looking forward to that 😊😊😊🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

  • @mala3isity
    @mala3isity 4 года назад

    Yay!!! Princess seams AND an A-line!!! I was just asking Gretchen for these on a (just found out defunct) show. Boo hiss. Thank you and I can hardly wait.

  • @dianemarkesich6854
    @dianemarkesich6854 4 года назад

    I'm a 4H sewer from many years ago. Loved watching your techniques. I'm going to have to bite the bullet and draft a pattern!

  • @Jules0001
    @Jules0001 4 года назад

    You are such a brilliant teacher - I always learn so much from watching your videos, thank you so much for sharing this with us, it's a stunning suit :-) xx

  • @gothempress
    @gothempress 4 года назад

    I looooooove your style! It's like you're channeling your inner Lydia Deets and those earrings are AMAZING!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  4 года назад +1

      Thank you! More spooky/gothic things coming up soon :)

    • @gothempress
      @gothempress 4 года назад

      @@TheClosetHistorian This makes me happy. Also, I had changed my name on here a while back from Boss Darcie to Goth Empress because I changed my gamer handle and so switched almost all my social medias too. It's still me! Still Darcie, your neighborhood spoop! ^_^ I watch all of your videos, even if I don't always comment on them.

  • @ArtBeatKathie
    @ArtBeatKathie 4 года назад

    So so good! I watched the whole video and LOVED it. Its been a while since I did the kind of drafting and fitting like you walk through, and I loved the "refresher".
    Thanks so much for the comprehensive project and sharing it with all of us.

  • @sandrameza1644
    @sandrameza1644 Год назад

    You look gorgeous. Thank you, I'm inspired!