Kelly Arlene Grant
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SEWING Like a Pro! Mastering Sewing Machine Basics
Learn the basics of sewing machines in this video!
From threading to basic maintenance, we cover everything you need to know to get started with your machine.
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18th Century Fall Front Trousers Construction
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Learn how to construct 18th-century fall front trousers and breeches in this detailed video tutorial. Perfect for historical reenactments and costume enthusiasts! I included many tips and tricks to make the process easier. Related videos: Fell Stitch: ua-cam.com/video/bU_bCBK_7SE/v-deo.html Pressing and Ironing: ua-cam.com/video/9l1rLUK_GBY/v-deo.html Facebook: kelly.grant.940 Inst...
17th Century Gentleman's Ruff making
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I this video I will go step by step into making a Plain 17th Century Gentleman's Ruff, using an old linen shirt. Other Related Videos: Rolled Hem: studio.ua-cam.com/users/video9k7xr4IFs1A/edit?c=UCRwUQnCNuZJDvGy54BJOQJA Facebook: kelly.grant.940 Instagram: kellyarlenegrant Blog: kellyarlenegrant.blogspot.com/ Kelly A Grant: Taylor and Staymaker at the Sign of the Sho...
New 17th Century Shoe Reveal
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I just received my new shoes from Margaret Metson, and wanted to share the experience with you. Please leave a comment in the section below. Margaret Metson of Hubley Leatherworks created these shoes. hubleyleatherworks.com/index.html Facebook: kelly.grant.940 Instagram: kellyarlenegrant Blog: kellyarlenegrant.blogspot.com/ Kelly A Grant: Taylor and Staymaker at the ...
Steaming Hats, giving them new lease on life
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I this video I used steam to reshape a few hats and give them another lease on life. They are hat that will be worn by the interpreters at the Port Royal Habitation in Nova Scotia. www.pc.gc.ca/en/lhn-nhs/ns/portroyal Facebook: kelly.grant.940 Instagram: kellyarlenegrant Blog: kellyarlenegrant.blogspot.com/ Kelly A Grant: Taylor and Staymaker at the Sign of the Shoe ...
18th Century Frock Coat, Part 6: Collar and Finishing touch
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I the final video of this project. I will construct and attach the collar, make some skirt pleats and prep the Frock coat for shipping. The insert in the thumbnail is the final product worn by Tommy. Photo credit to Timothy Abbott. Be sure to watch the previous parts of this series. Part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps ua-cam.com/video/-OOc6R1RjeU/v-deo.html Part 2: Structure and Lining ua-cam.com/...
18th Century Frock Coat Construction, Part 5: The Sleeves
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In this video in the Frock Coat series I show you how I put the sleeves together and how I attach them to the body of the coat. Be sure to watch all the previous parts of this series. Part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps ua-cam.com/video/-OOc6R1RjeU/v-deo.html Part 2: Structure and Lining ua-cam.com/video/KQXdfRtJgqU/v-deo.html Part 3: Buttons and Button Holes ua-cam.com/video/EWecDIDCU6M/v-deo.htm...
18th Century Frock Coat Construction, Part 4: Lining the Back
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In the fourth video of this series. I will show you how I line the coat and attach the sides and the back together. Be sure to watch all the previous parts of this series. Part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps ua-cam.com/video/-OOc6R1RjeU/v-deo.html Part 2: Structure and Lining ua-cam.com/video/KQXdfRtJgqU/v-deo.html Part 3: Buttons and Button Holes ua-cam.com/video/EWecDIDCU6M/v-deo.html Facebook: ...
18th Century Cloth Covered Buttons
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In this video I show you how I make a Cloth Covered Button. This is an extract of the the Frock Coat Construction Part 3 video. ua-cam.com/video/EWecDIDCU6M/v-deo.html Facebook: kelly.grant.940 Instagram: kellyarlenegrant Blog: kellyarlenegrant.blogspot.com/ Kelly A Grant: Taylor and Staymaker at the Sign of the Shoe and Shears Image on Thumbnail: The John Bright Col...
18th Century Frock Coat Construction Part 3: Buttons and Button Holes
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In the third video of this series. I will show you how I plot the button holes on the frock coat and how I make fabric cloth covered buttons. I will also discuss the Death Head Button style. Be sure to watch all the previous parts of this series. Part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps ua-cam.com/video/-OOc6R1RjeU/v-deo.html Part 2: Structure and Lining ua-cam.com/video/KQXdfRtJgqU/v-deo.html Facebook...
Frock Coat part 2: Front Structure and lining
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Frock Coat part 2: Front Structure and lining
18th C. Frock Coat part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps
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18th C. Frock Coat part 1: Pockets and Pocket Flaps
Gown Construction part 5: Hems and Decoration
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Gown Construction part 5: Hems and Decoration
Gown Construction Part 4: the Stomacher
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Gown Construction Part 4: the Stomacher
Gown Construction Part 3: Installation of Sleeves
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Gown Construction Part 3: Installation of Sleeves
Gown Construction Part 2. Front Bodice and Skirt Panels
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Gown Construction Part 2. Front Bodice and Skirt Panels
Gown Construction Part 1 Back and Pleats
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Gown Construction Part 1 Back and Pleats
Yarn balling for the Bonnets
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Yarn balling for the Bonnets
From Draping a Body to a Paper Pattern
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From Draping a Body to a Paper Pattern
Putting up the Hair Quick and Easy
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Putting up the Hair Quick and Easy
The Tailors Way of Draping a Bodice
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The Tailors Way of Draping a Bodice
Homemade Blueberry Pound-cake Made from Scratch
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Homemade Blueberry Pound-cake Made from Scratch
How to Prepare Bastion Lace for Uniforms
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How to Prepare Bastion Lace for Uniforms
Scallop Potatoes
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Scallop Potatoes
Cured Trout
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Cured Trout
Blood Orange with Toasted Oats
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Blood Orange with Toasted Oats
Who does not like Cookies
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Who does not like Cookies
Haggis for Cowards
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Haggis for Cowards
Setting Sleeve in the 18th C Style
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Setting Sleeve in the 18th C Style
A Way to Make a Rolled Hem
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A Way to Make a Rolled Hem

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  • @laurajparker
    @laurajparker 12 днів тому

    This is such a great video! It’s so important to understand the basic mechanics of the tools and processes before you start a project! 😊

  • @lindadalton2668
    @lindadalton2668 13 днів тому

    Video almost over and you haven’t turned on a machine

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 12 днів тому

      @@lindadalton2668 yeah, next video...

    • @Onix_1962
      @Onix_1962 12 днів тому

      like any good instructional process. one must understand the subject before using the item

  • @lindadalton2668
    @lindadalton2668 13 днів тому

    Are you ever going to show the beginners how to sew ? Or is this just a taok fest

    • @Onix_1962
      @Onix_1962 12 днів тому

      When you say "beginner how to sew?" are you asking to actually put a piece of garment in the machine. if not she goes into it at time stamp 7:56.

  • @Clear24chris
    @Clear24chris 17 днів тому

    Thank you again for another great tutorial. If the winter gets long up there I would love a hand sewing tutorial for the rank beginner. I've learned the felling stitch from your earlier video and wonder what else you think is essential to know. Thank you again, Happy New Year and stay warm !

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 17 днів тому

      Thank you for the suggestion! I will start making a list of stitches to cover.

    • @sandracedar368
      @sandracedar368 16 днів тому

      Very interesting & helpful; thank you & Hubby🫶

  • @laurajparker
    @laurajparker 18 днів тому

    I love the sharpie suggestion! I have a Singer domestic that I use about once a month that threads from RIGHT TO LEFT. I have a post-it on the machine to remind me. 😂

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 18 днів тому

      On my featherweight, I have similar markings so I remember that it is supposed to feel backwards.

    • @laurajparker
      @laurajparker 18 днів тому

      @ it’s so weird!

  • @kellyarlenegrant
    @kellyarlenegrant 19 днів тому

    well look who is back LOL

  • @LK-ec2ne
    @LK-ec2ne 23 дні тому

    Where can I find a fall front pants pattern?

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 23 дні тому

      I'm not sure these days, sorry. I draft my own patterns to fit the client's measurements based on extant garments. You could scale up your own from Cut of Men's Clothing, Fitting and Proper, Clothing in the Eighteenth Century, or A Fashionable Tyrant.

  • @Clear24chris
    @Clear24chris Місяць тому

    This is a great tutorial. Thank you

  • @helenstewart5659
    @helenstewart5659 2 місяці тому

    This is amazing. Thank you so much. I have been hand sewing for ten years and I didn't know thread had a nap.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 2 місяці тому

      I'm glad you found this helpful. I am full of random bits of weird facts! Thank you for stopping by.

  • @tinacourtway1999
    @tinacourtway1999 2 місяці тому

    Do you have a video for the back of the pants with the gusset?

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 2 місяці тому

      I dont put the gusset in. I don't think it's really required and just adds bulk. I just leave the seam open for the top 2-3", hem the edges, and put the waistband on. If the gent has his shirt tucked in, underwear won't show.

  • @c.w.3750
    @c.w.3750 2 місяці тому

    I want to make Santa pants and this was very helpful.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 2 місяці тому

      Glad I was helpful

    • @c.w.3750
      @c.w.3750 Місяць тому

      I finished my husbands pants. I'm not sure how to send a photo

    • @c.w.3750
      @c.w.3750 Місяць тому

      Wait you've ig. I didn't know you were Canadian. 🇨🇦

    • @c.w.3750
      @c.w.3750 Місяць тому

      Found you on facebook

  • @meichist4r
    @meichist4r 3 місяці тому

    Glad to see this, i haven't seen any helpful instruction as a teenager (14), i hope i could make it this october

  •  4 місяці тому

    Do you cut the lining exactly the same size as the fashion fabric . And how do you decide the size of the interlining if you don’t do it full size as the lining . I understand we need to add strength to some parts but what is the width we should make our strength layer ? I am referring to horse hair - strength layer TY

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 4 місяці тому

      The horsehair, or buckram is only as wide as you need for buttonholes, maybe a half inch wider. The lining is cut same as the fashion layer. Everything is flat lined, not bag lined like modern garments, so there's no need for extra ease in the lining as the layers all act as one when the garment is finished, they are so well attached.

  •  4 місяці тому

    TY I learn alot from your video rarely people are sharing . They keep it secret 🤐 TY

  •  4 місяці тому

    Hi love the video I wonder what type of fabric do you to set wax on the thread with the iron ? Thank you

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 4 місяці тому

      The fabric for my press cloth is just a scrap of linen or cotton from the scrap bin.

  • @uriah-s97
    @uriah-s97 4 місяці тому

    I have to say, this series is so informative and the most helpful I have ever seen! I am currently attempting my first ever coat similar to this, and your videos are godsend. Thank you so much for creating this content to help the inexperienced like me lol.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 4 місяці тому

      thank you for stopping by and the lovely comment. I am glad to be of service!

  • @Maellen
    @Maellen 4 місяці тому

    Hi. What pettern did you use, or did you drafted it? It would be easyer to see the pattern and how it works from the beggining...

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 4 місяці тому

      Hello, I draft my own patterns. I assume in these videos that you have access to a pattern and know how to cut cloth. They are meant to be a helping hand through some rough bits in the process, not to provide an entire tailoring apprenticeship. That, I would have to charge seriously good money for.

  • @anotherblonde
    @anotherblonde 4 місяці тому

    Wow, I learnt so much. Thank you for sharing. I have 3 Janomes which are IMO after owning a Juki, a Brother, a very nice Toyota, 13 various Singers over 50 years, the very best sewing machines around. One is an ancient steel industrial, one is similar to yours, and a Horizon Memorycraft 77Q. My grandmother made shirts for Selfridges on a Singer treadle from 1912 and taught me how to sew in the 1960s using it. I only make quilts nowadays (started in Nov 2021, made 97 so far), but am writing a Regency novel so was curious to see exactly how britches with a fall were made. I live in England deliberately next door to one of the properties mentioned in a Georgette Heyer novel (Sylvester).

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 4 місяці тому

      thank you for stopping by. I'm glad I was able to help.

  • @lyndamascari432
    @lyndamascari432 6 місяців тому

    Just found your videos thanks for the information. I live in Kentucky and can't find fabric for men's jacket revolutionary war era. We only have Joann fabric. Is ther a online site for fabric you recommend and what fabric to use. thank you for all the information.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 6 місяців тому

      Hello, shopping for fabrics can be a long game. In the US, you can order from Burnley and Trowbridge in Virginia and Wm. Booth, draper in Wisconsin. Joanne's might have wool in winter months, not in summer. Mood Fabrics in New York may also carry Wools from time to time. In Canada, you need to look in Toronto on Yonge, or in Montréal on Saint Hubert

  • @paulgardner845
    @paulgardner845 7 місяців тому

    Hello, this is the 3rd time I am watching this video, well done by the way. I am new to sewing period clothing, at least cloth , I made a lot of leathers, mountain man type. So, I do want to make the same type of britches as shown here. Is there a pattern that is available? I got one from a seller down by colonial Williamsburg, Va. I am not liking the front flaps, they seem much smaller than yours, ca I simply alter them to make them larger? Also, the sizes available were a bit small for me, I am interested in knowing how to up-size a pattern correctly. I know this may be a bit much, but, can you give me a bit of guidance on how to build a fine pair? Thank you in advance, Paul

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 7 місяців тому

      Hi Paul, I cut my own patterns. I base them on historical garments, but are cut to the human I am sewing for. Pattern cutting is proportional. You can alter the width of the fall, or the length, depending on the person you are cutting for, the date you are trying to replicate, and the cloth you use. As for sizing up or down, make a cross-shaped cut through each of the pattern pieces and spread apart as needed, then redraw the outside lines. Mock them up in cotton and see how they fit and adjust the pattern so that you have a master pattern that fits you. Then you'll be off to the races!

    • @paulgardner845
      @paulgardner845 7 місяців тому

      @@kellyarlenegrant Thank you so much for the information, I am adjusting a pattern for britches as we speak, I am going to try to change the top edge to follow yours, rather than the double step down that the pattern is calling for, I will let you know how I fare on this venture, thank you, Paul.

  • @oldchickenlady
    @oldchickenlady 7 місяців тому

    Your dog's name is "Beer"?

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 7 місяців тому

      Yes, his name was Beer. The Dutch spelling and pronunciation of Bear. But he also looked like a finely poured stout, so appropriate. He passed away three weeks ago of brain cancer.

  • @ovhvooreen3735
    @ovhvooreen3735 8 місяців тому

    Wonderful. Thank you very much with all the patient tips and tricks.

  • @MaikoZafiro
    @MaikoZafiro 8 місяців тому

    Thank you! :)

  • @jonnyochowa7609
    @jonnyochowa7609 8 місяців тому

    Im inspired. You do great work. And your vids are concise and fluid. 😎👍

  • @jennihenline8076
    @jennihenline8076 8 місяців тому

    This video is utterly invaluable! I feel as if I have you in my sewing room with me. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us, Dr. Grant!

  • @Gardenerd
    @Gardenerd 8 місяців тому

    This was incredibly helpful! Thank you so much for taking the time to demonstrate this complicated process.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 8 місяців тому

      I'm so glad it was useful! Let me know if you need help in any other spots.

  • @jendonofrio7451
    @jendonofrio7451 9 місяців тому

    Very pretty. How you get it to look so nice without a mirror behind .? Talented 😂. My hair is very fine too and im a dressmaker 😊

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 9 місяців тому

      Hi Jen, I am so used to putting my hair up now, it just comes naturally. I put it up in pin curls every night to contain the mess.

  • @CherriesJubilee
    @CherriesJubilee 9 місяців тому

    Oh goodness, you ironed your thread before you hand closed the top. Why haven't I ever thought of that. Brilliant!

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 9 місяців тому

      I wax and press the thread to set the wax. All threads for hand sewing, even polyester. It really helps with the tangles.

  • @stevenfordham6682
    @stevenfordham6682 10 місяців тому

    This is the most amazing video I have seen!! I appreciate all the hand stitching. Can you suggest an accurate pattern for these?

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 10 місяців тому

      thank you for your kind words. Henry Cooke sells top quality patterns through various places. Message him through facebook to find out more information. If you belong to a unit or living history group, they may also have patterns. Also, if you are courageous, you could scale one up from Norah Waugh's Cut of men's clothing, which has images of drafts all over Pinterest.

  • @beatricewhitcombe
    @beatricewhitcombe 10 місяців тому

    This was so very very helpful, thank you so much!!!

  • @gangoffour1
    @gangoffour1 10 місяців тому

    You are amazing. I'm going through the videos but I don't understand how the stomacher is attached to the dress. Are they always just pinned? I'm making doll clothes of this period and I'm stumped as to how to attach the stomacher. Stomacher- I wish they would come back into style because I could use one! LOL

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant 10 місяців тому

      Thank you so much! Yes, the gowns and stomachers of this period were almost always pinned in place. Believe it or not, you don't even notice the pins. For doll clothes, you could sew up one side and hook and eye the other, or just stitch up both sides with a whip stitch.

    • @gangoffour1
      @gangoffour1 10 місяців тому

      @@kellyarlenegrant Thanks Kelly. Sewing old fashions is always a learning curve and the dolls are very demanding!

  • @silviareginadasilva8668
    @silviareginadasilva8668 11 місяців тому

    Obrigada Kelly! Brasil❤.

  • @isabellaferretti7279
    @isabellaferretti7279 11 місяців тому

    Love the kitty contribution

  • @vincentcervantes7215
    @vincentcervantes7215 11 місяців тому

    This is an excellent video! And so helpful with getting the placket placement and attachment correct.

  • @RobloxMiner26
    @RobloxMiner26 11 місяців тому

    As a fashion student these videos are very helpful to me. Thank you also, LOL I have more subscribers than you

  • @jennihenline8076
    @jennihenline8076 Рік тому

    This has been so very helpful! ❤

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

      I hope you post pictures of your own hats so I can see!

  • @nixycane8981
    @nixycane8981 Рік тому

    Thankyou sooo much for this valuable knowledge, I was loosing my mind with my final sewing project for a historical costuming class and these videos saved my bacon. Thankyou again !

  • @TorchwoodPandP
    @TorchwoodPandP Рік тому

    Kudos to your videographer. He has a steady hand and great camera work. I hope you made him some nice comfortable clothes to wear. Cheers

  • @dgbclub7
    @dgbclub7 Рік тому

    Brillian, just Brilliant; I learned many new techniques and learned why the techniques my Grandmother taught me we necessary. I have wanted to make a frock coat for years and now believe I am up to the project. I appreciate your style of helpful and informative educating without making me feel stupid (these projects are not for the novice, yet those perhaps new to sewing are considered as well). The cameraman is doing a terrific job too. If you like I will send photos of my garments as I go along...smiles and thank you.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your comments. If you want to follow my Facebook page, the chat feature is great for sending photos and we can talk you through any problems that might happen.

  • @stephengent9974
    @stephengent9974 Рік тому

    Knots not required just take a couple of back stitches.

  • @judithwallace3856
    @judithwallace3856 Рік тому

    Great instructions!

  • @Pathfinder2
    @Pathfinder2 Рік тому

    I make contemporary clothing with a machine. But I learned so much watching this. The smile pockets and the eased pocket bag fascinates me. Thank you.

  • @kellyarlenegrant
    @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

    I would pull threads in both directions, then dampen and straighten out using a square if need be. The finishing of fabrics often will throw things out of wack. The pulled threads are true grainlines

  • @catherinecameron5722
    @catherinecameron5722 Рік тому

    Hello Kelly, I am making embroidered linen accent pillows and I have already made some but I have purchased more and I am attempting to square up the linen by pulling the threads but the selvage is bowed so badly that I am at a loss as to what to do. I have trimmed off the selvage but it is still really bowed any help would be gratefully appreciated. I am using home dec linen. Thank You.

  • @isabellaferretti7279
    @isabellaferretti7279 Рік тому

    Beautiful, thank you for such a thourough demonstration!

  • @user-li6qr9mv2w
    @user-li6qr9mv2w Рік тому

    Such an amazing video! Do you have one that shows how to attach the waistband to the pants?

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

      Sorry, no. I tend to sew the waistband on the top three edges to the lining with a fell stitch. Then I stitch the lining to the wrong side of the waist, then top stitch the fashion side. I can do a video of that this Fall.

  • @sunbeampaintings1744
    @sunbeampaintings1744 Рік тому

    I actually just wanted to know what a fall front is constructed like, but you had so many helpful tips that I found myself watching the whole video. Thank you so much! Really incredible work :))

  • @robertmilo5203
    @robertmilo5203 Рік тому

    Came for the guide to making fall front trouser but stayed for the helpful tips peppered throughout - thank you!

  • @Lavender_Louis
    @Lavender_Louis Рік тому

    These videos are such an amazing resource!

  • @Lavender_Louis
    @Lavender_Louis Рік тому

    So the top edge of the vent is left open on the outside..? 🤔

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

      the top will be top stitched in place, sealing the top and securing it really well.

    • @kellyarlenegrant
      @kellyarlenegrant Рік тому

      part six, I believe, shows all the finishing bits of stitching the vent and pleats in place.