How to Downsize a Jacket: Level 1 to Becoming a Professional Tailoring ...

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  • Опубликовано: 26 дек 2024

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  • @alfredopizzirani6492
    @alfredopizzirani6492 3 месяца назад +2

    This is one of the best how-to videos I've ever watched! Thank you for sharing the reasoning that goes into the alterations! I am very grateful for the explanation of how the alterations to the back is driven by anatomy! Thanks!

  • @violetsharp5787
    @violetsharp5787 Год назад +16

    This is an excellent tutorial. I learned a lot about curves and think the jacket came out beautifully! Thanks for posting!

  • @madeleineschwarrtz7433
    @madeleineschwarrtz7433 2 года назад +11

    I have tapered a sport coat many times.....but I always learn more from you....I appreciate the section of the side back....to take only from the back and keep same seam on side seam....and the Arm lining trick to close the center back seam.....thank you for this great video !! Another one to save to my library !!!

  • @sonipitts
    @sonipitts 2 года назад +21

    This is perfect timing, as I have a blazer that needs these exact same alterations. Without this video, I wouldn't have thought about the side panel to back panel issue - you've no doubt saved me hours of frustration (and creative cursing 🤣). Thanks so much!

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад +4

      🤣🤣🤣 For sure takes some frustration before we realize this!!!

    • @sonipitts
      @sonipitts 2 года назад +1

      @@DowntownTailoring I bet

  • @SparrowStockwell
    @SparrowStockwell Год назад +2

    Yes, I would be happy with that level of alteration. It looks great.

  • @LunarOverdrive
    @LunarOverdrive 3 дня назад

    This channel is lovely. I'm very poor but I really quite like the look of suits and sports coats so I'm becoming interested in seeing about thrifting clothes like these and then making my own alterations so they fit nice.

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  3 дня назад

      You can definitely get a nice, tailored look by thrifting and altering! 🥰
      And take a look to our new channel: Aida’s Tailoring 🧵

  • @GChicoF
    @GChicoF 7 месяцев назад

    Thanks!

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  7 месяцев назад

      Thanks so much for your support!!! Much appreciated 👏 💐

  • @norma6743
    @norma6743 2 года назад +2

    After the alterations it looks very feminine. Love it. 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @11ZEPHYR67
    @11ZEPHYR67 4 месяца назад

    Amazing, ten times better than the original jacket and better fitted look too. I am always learning from your channel, you are the best!

  • @JoulesJuly
    @JoulesJuly 2 года назад +2

    You’re absolutely amazing! Im gonna have to keep re watching this now so I can try my next one properly this time following your tips! Thank you!

  • @divyaosbon2
    @divyaosbon2 2 месяца назад

    I love your explanations - so clear ! Thank you xx

  • @marianelson2031
    @marianelson2031 10 месяцев назад +1

    Thank you so much I am working on cycling a men’s jacket to fit me this helps a lot. Have an amazing day

  • @lejuldesign3677
    @lejuldesign3677 2 года назад

    I hate jacket alterations :) especially shortening the sleeves from the shoulders. 😩🥱
    Thank you for taking the time to teach us. You are the best dear

  • @1954evelyn
    @1954evelyn 2 года назад +4

    That is beautiful You did an awesome job I am sure the customer is very satisfied. Thank you so much for sharing with us I know this makes you more work recording but we are so blessed to have you

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      Thanks so much 🥰 Your constant support is equally appreciated 💕

  • @dino2064
    @dino2064 Год назад

    Just finding this channel and your videos are such great quality! So excited to binge these later and learn more, thank you! Happy holidays!

  • @debbieschuett1026
    @debbieschuett1026 Год назад +2

    I like that you showed your fail at the beginning. It is true we learn the most from mistakes. I would have done the exact thing you did first. I was able to learn from your mistake. I also learned about fish tail pleats.

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  Год назад +1

      Yes! Thank you! I'd say I make at least one mistake daily 🤭🤭🤭

  • @deidrabenson361
    @deidrabenson361 Год назад +1

    Thanks sooo much for sharing your experience and knowledge! Beautiful work!❤️❤️❤️

  • @maryinthemaking7211
    @maryinthemaking7211 9 месяцев назад

    You are amazingly talented! Thank you for explaining it so well.

  • @rrriot22
    @rrriot22 2 года назад +1

    Fabulous transformation!! 😍

  • @veroniqueappere911
    @veroniqueappere911 2 года назад +1

    I just love your work! J’adore! Merci beaucoup !

  • @RandomalinaLF
    @RandomalinaLF 2 года назад +1

    This is such an interesting concept! I love the results. Thank you!!

  • @miracle.edits.lyngdoh
    @miracle.edits.lyngdoh 2 года назад +2

    I love your videos. They have taught me soooo much!! Thankyou 🙏❤️

  • @Tina_42
    @Tina_42 2 года назад +1

    Thank you for the video., it was really interesting to watch. But I will never do this, this is something for the professionals like you :D It looks great on the customer! :)

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад +1

      Thank you so much!! I’m glad you enjoyed it regardless 🥰 one day!🤞🏽

  • @MarcyDoctor
    @MarcyDoctor Год назад

    8:14 Hello.Very much enjoyed your expertise. Wondered if you can take a 20 to a 10 semi-fitted blazer

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  Год назад

      You can. But it might be a little bit difficult due to the bigger armholes. Cheers 🥰

  • @alialg1621
    @alialg1621 2 года назад

    I wish you1k as soon as possible
    Your trip is so beautiful

  • @zoeydeu2261
    @zoeydeu2261 Год назад +1

    Looks amazing!!

  • @manuellebron3404
    @manuellebron3404 2 года назад +1

    Great explanation! Never before though about it. Thanks

  • @AngeVPV
    @AngeVPV 2 года назад

    You are a jewel! So much skill!

  • @allisonjoel1
    @allisonjoel1 2 года назад +1

    Brilliant video once again and yes, useful. Would you use the same steps with regard to sliming down a man's jacket?

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад +1

      Yes! Same process. Of course, this is one of the most simple ways. Cheers 🙂

  • @lissataylor12345
    @lissataylor12345 2 года назад

    Wow! You are incredible.

  • @BRENDA87781
    @BRENDA87781 2 года назад

    That’s awesome,thanks for sharing

  • @vickipatridge5094
    @vickipatridge5094 2 года назад

    I love watching your videos. You do great work.

  • @krystalmercer2833
    @krystalmercer2833 8 месяцев назад

    Hi, just a bit confused regarding the marking of the sleeve to shorten from the top. If you need to shorten the sleeve 1 1/4" do you mark the 1 1/4" down from the very top of the sleeve or mark the 1 1/4" down from the seam allowance? It looks to me like you measured on the top down 1 1/4" and then marked up 1/2" for your seam allowance. On the side the markings didn't look quite the same, just confused. Thanks!!

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  8 месяцев назад

      Hi! It’s because you can’t take in all around as the armhole will loose the shape. You have to copy the original pattern once you have the new height. You can see it on this video:
      Shortening Sleeves From SHOULDERS! - Tailoring Tips
      ruclips.net/video/eYj8N9KlpmY/видео.html
      Cheers 🥰

  • @francinesylvestre6038
    @francinesylvestre6038 2 года назад

    You are amazing! Where did you learn all these "technics" ?

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      I went to fashion school, then later, I absorbed any tips and tricks ny co-workers gave me 🙃🙃🙃

  • @NaomiSimone
    @NaomiSimone 7 месяцев назад

    Does this work for leather jackets/coat as well?

  • @zulis48
    @zulis48 2 года назад +1

    thank you so much for the tons of tips!!

  • @ruthchada6102
    @ruthchada6102 2 года назад

    Hi, I am concerned about cleanliness. I want to open an alterations shop, but I am worried about catching a disease from the clothes clients want altered. Should I wash the clients clothes first to ensure they are sterile? I have heard that monkey pox has been found in western Europe plus with covid19 I am worried about getting sick.

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      I know what you mean. I'd say cleanliness is one of the main concerns with this occupation. But it's true, as well, that it's demonstrated that viruses don't live too long on fabric. This means you just need to do the job you take the following day. Another thing I take in count is always washing my hands and especially with suspicious clothes. Sometimes, if a garment is dirty, I ask the customer to wash it or offer them to wash it myself. Putting the clothes for 20 minutes on the dryer can help too, but I wouldn't recommend it, in case they shrink. I hope this helps! 🙂

  • @tambriggs
    @tambriggs 2 года назад +1

    This is amazing! So impressive :)

  • @JuliaSophia52
    @JuliaSophia52 2 года назад +1

    Great fit! I love your tailoring videos, I always learn so much. I would also like to see a video where you do a "crazy job" with more detailed tailoring tricks. Thank you.

  • @melissad7855
    @melissad7855 4 месяца назад

    Excellent job! I don't think I'm that brave though.

  • @jojosewist8921
    @jojosewist8921 2 года назад

    So we'll explained and demonstrated. The lining is scaring me. I have made many jackets but never sewn and installed a full lining in a jacket. I have several nice double breasted jackets that need downsizing several sizes. What is the total amount that can be removed from the circumference? Or about how many sizes smaller can a non professional safely downsize? Guess I can't wear the jackets like they are, so if I destroy one trying, I haven't really lost anything but time. There are no professionals closer than 3 hours to me. Thank you for showing us how to make these alterations.

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      Hi! I hear you have all the conditions to open an alteration shop in your area 😁😁😁 You can safely reduce 3" to 4 1/2" Sometimes you can go up to 6". Cheers 🙃

  • @evelynferrer1322
    @evelynferrer1322 2 года назад

    Yes

  • @Crub837
    @Crub837 5 месяцев назад

    Thank You 🎉

  • @thatxonexguy5438
    @thatxonexguy5438 2 года назад

    On the upper back portion of the side seams, is it necessary to take apart the seam and take in the back portion more than the front on a men's jacket, or is it really only for women? Just asking because I really hate messing with shoulder seams 😬

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      Hi! Sometimes there's no need. But you have to keep in mind the final look of this side piece. Inadvertently you could get an inverted curve there if you scoop too much when taking in. I hope this answer might help. Cheers 🙂

    • @thatxonexguy5438
      @thatxonexguy5438 2 года назад

      @@DowntownTailoring you mentioned sometimes theres no need, how are you able to tell when to do it and when not to?
      In addition, how much less of the front pannel do you need to take in than the back pannel? If im taking in the back panel in 1 inch, would I only take in .25 from the front?
      Sorry for all the questions but its just you cant find this info anywhere 😣

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  2 года назад

      @@thatxonexguy5438 You're totally right. It's very hard to determine and it varies with each project. I aim to make videos showing all of the differences. You can try to play around with taking in as much as you can in the front panel until it starts to lose its shape, and then you know that the extra fabric remaining has to be taken in at the back panel. Keep in mind that it helps a lot to pin first the center back to reduce as much as possible the excess material of the sides.

    • @thatxonexguy5438
      @thatxonexguy5438 2 года назад

      @@DowntownTailoring got it. Thank you so much!

  • @arawilson
    @arawilson 2 года назад +4

    'We are not supposed to be bipedal" -- slipping in some physical anthropology -anatomy into a sewing tutorial!

  • @jillserjeant8113
    @jillserjeant8113 11 месяцев назад

    Great tutorial!

  • @indoora
    @indoora 2 года назад

    The blazer fits much better after the alterations.

  • @Avemarianow
    @Avemarianow 2 года назад

    Looks fabulous!🙌🏼♥️

  • @evelynferrer1322
    @evelynferrer1322 2 года назад

    Great job as always

  • @Calhorsey
    @Calhorsey 2 года назад

    I love your videos, and I love your accent :D

  • @BRENDA87781
    @BRENDA87781 2 года назад

    How much do you charge in doing that

  • @claudiahoffman2654
    @claudiahoffman2654 Год назад

    I’m wondering how much you charge for this kind of alteration! It’s quite a lot what you have to do

    • @DowntownTailoring
      @DowntownTailoring  Год назад

      I don't remember, but price ranges from 60 to 100 CAD. Cheers 😊

  • @irmagutierrez4654
    @irmagutierrez4654 2 года назад

    Excelente, muchas gracias

  • @travisrichmond905
    @travisrichmond905 2 года назад

    Great job!!

  • @mysettingsmysettings2997
    @mysettingsmysettings2997 2 года назад

    Awesome

  • @arturogutierrez4427
    @arturogutierrez4427 2 года назад

    I ned same work for my wife coat. The coat is size medium. Alittle bigger for my wife where are so i can send it to u

  • @karolinaknap7688
    @karolinaknap7688 10 месяцев назад

    Super! ❤🇵🇱

  • @coalsparks
    @coalsparks 2 года назад

    I never seem to need to downsize, I mostly need to expand!

  • @konulaslan
    @konulaslan 2 года назад

    *51-ci bəyənmə 👍👍👍 məndən.* This is what I was looking for. Thank you so much🌹🌹🌹. 31.05.2022, 20:07

  • @BelindaTOV
    @BelindaTOV 2 года назад

    Much better!

  • @oksanajoy87
    @oksanajoy87 23 дня назад

    👍👍👍

  • @C_babycry84
    @C_babycry84 Год назад

    👏 👏

  • @قناةفصالةوخياطةعصرية

    👍👍👍👍

  • @lindakazsals8858
    @lindakazsals8858 Год назад

    The jackets should no be too tight, they should be somehow loose.

  • @neilarmitage6632
    @neilarmitage6632 5 месяцев назад

    Unpick the entire jacket recut and sew

  • @joyfuljoy5711
    @joyfuljoy5711 2 года назад

    :)

  • @thedarthflagger
    @thedarthflagger Год назад

    Peeng