You spoil us Darling! So many delicious videos! What I have learned so far has improved my sewing to almost unimaginable heights. I have now altered a blouse pattern to make a wonderful sloper and then two dresses! And I have understitched, added facings, pinned, marked, punched holes, aligned balance marks and made really beautiful clothing that I have been wearing nonstop. Make more videos! You are the best sewing teacher have ever had. Full stop.
Your videos have been such a great help and inspiration to me. I’ve spent hours watching you share your deep knowledge and have applied them to my projects with great success. Additionally, you speak beautifully and teach very clearly. Thank you very much, I’m sending you a big hug❤️
I really appreciated the matching and invisible zip instructions. These are two areas that are a little scary. Thankyou for your tips. Once again you’ve done an amazing job, your dress is very cute.
Your sewing skills are wonderful, your videos so informative and excellently executed. Your choice of fabrics puzzle me, I don’t know if you’re trying to save money or you really like what you purchase. You’re so beautiful I just think there are more flattering choices to be made. Thank you for sharing your skills.
I like your channel so Much. Love your sew Alongs, your instructions are so Good. I too also adjust The way I do things that make it better for Me. Also no rushing. You have a great Delivery. Love your Channel.
It turned out beautiful. It gives me a military vibe. I can see it in dark blue with a white collar and boutons. You did a marvelous job with the stripe placements. I rather like the puckers on the top sleeves. Thank you again for wonderful instructions.
Not everyone could pull off this look, but with your hair and skin tones the colors just pop. My Mother made a similar style dress for me when I was about 13. It was a gray/white/ brown plaid with a white collar and cuffs out of a brushed heavy weight cotton. I loved it and wore it every chance I could.
You know, I think if you did the version without the collar and maybe not as many buttons it would be more acceptable as an everyday for everyone kind of dress. Thank you so much! :)
Such good instructions on matching plaids and invisible zippers. I thought the plaid for that pattern would not work but what do I know? It is so cute! It seems it adds to the retro look! Look at you numbers! Good going. You are such a good teacher!
That is really a lovely little frock. Now, will you be mowing the lawn in this one? 😉 You really need a little hat to go with it and the jacket. Perfect! That collar is really something special, I love it. I'll be using your method from now on. Understitching when the sides are sewn makes for less than fabulous points, so yes, I'll be trying this one out on my next collared garment! I just love your intros...they make me smile every time. I did have to look up the meaning of bucolic at first...always learning 🤣
Thank you! Always a little unsure about the whole invisible zipper while matching thing, but that double sided tape is really what makes it easy. Thank you for watching :)
Getting my Scottish vibes...looks great...thank you for the tutorial... fitting the sleeve after adjusting the sides...I will definitely remember that...I'm sewing some baby dresses, bonnets and matching panties for a new baby girl, I'm loving the little projects...I knitted a circular shawl too... Looking forward to seeing your next project..much love to you...x
Oh my goodness, I love fun little baby projects! Enjoy your shawl knitting! I have knitted many intricate Estonian lace shawls and love the process! But sadly, the repetitive motions are becoming difficult with arthritic thumbs (a combination of too many years hand milking cows and baton twirling...I know... weird combo). Enjoy and thank you for watching :)
Another really great video and tutorial! Your channel has become one of my top 3 faves. Thank you for such great instruction on pattern alteration and matching. You really know your stuff! :)
I love this! Sooooooooooooooooooo cute! I have just started watching your videos a short time ago, and have learned so much to just work through issues, maybe not the way a pattern instruction tells us to. Thank you.
I have a pair of wiss that were her's that I used when I learned to sew when I was in junior high school. I inherited them when my mom passed. I also got a pair of ghingher when I moved to Texas. The wiss still do the job. I switch between them. I also inherited her Bernina sewing machine.
I have loved watching your videos for the past few months, although I'm a bit shy about commenting (usually I stream from my tv so it doesn't allow for comments anyway); But I just had to come on and say THANK YOU! I love watching you sew and have learned so many tips to improve my own sewing. I also enjoy seeing what's in store at the start around your beautiful home. Only positive vibes from me - love your videos so much.❤
I'm new to your channel and really enjoyed how this came together. Super dress and looks really great on you. Love how you put the invisible zip in, will do this next time I do one. I can never perfect that little bit at the bottom of the zip. So I will be adopting your method, might just help with this :) Thank you for taking the time to share. By the way great pattern matching 👍
Hello Elaine!! Welcome 😁 yes, I could not get an invisible zipper to be smooth at the bottom until I started using this method. I'm so glad you found my channel!
Thank you so much Marie! Another very well instructed video. I'm learning a lot from you, enjoying the process. I liked the outfit in the background too that was on the manniquin, looks like a cosplay creation. Your new dress is very cute, suits you. By the way, my hubby bought me a pair of gingher pinking shears back in the 1980's, still going strong and very sharp. I think they are the best scissors manufacturer.
Hello! So the thing in the background is trying to get inspiration for Renaissance Faire season... Thinking of a rustic celtic warrior queen that still has to hold things together kind of persona :) I have some gingher scissors in other styles. You are right, they last. Thank you!! :)
Really cute. I would not have thought to lower the arm hole as you did. I guess that's something you only learn from experience, or watching a good tutorial like yours.
Oh Marie, how lovely, it suits you so well, you could try a statement belt if you wanted to change the look, but it’s lovely as it is, well done, the pattern placement is perfect too 👏👏👏👏👏🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺
That reminds me of Gordon clan plaid, if i’m not mistaken. It’s been a while since I’ve seen it though, so i might be wrong. You are an absolute master at matching that plaid up! You even placed everything thoughtfully within the patterns for best effect. It was absolutely worth the effort. I was so pleased to see how you fit the bottom of that sleeve. We have the same fit, you & I. Big arms, but wide in the side seam when adhering to the cup size instructions. I’ve never known how to overcome that, so thankyou. I always learn something new from your videos. It looked so good on you, it’s a fun looking dress.
I always checked Butterick for mistakes, glad you caught the incorrect notch placement. I enjoyed watching your fine sewing and hearing thr rain falling.💗 🎶 Your going to make it after all! 😁
You’re welcome 😊 For the interfacing, just practice with scraps first with different temperatures, steam, etc... if all else fails, try a different interfacing. Sometimes there is a bad batch.
I am so happy to find you, another sewist. I was referred to you by a subscriber who said that you purchased the green linen with daisies on it from Joans. I purchased that linen and when it came out of the wash it felt so scratchy and itchy and woolly that I am considering taking it back for a refund. Did you sew something with it and if so is it scratchy or do you know how I can soften this fabric? I would love to see what you made. Thanks much
Hello!! Look at my video simplicity 9542, gunne sax inspired dress. That's the one I made from the linen. Yes, the first wash was a bit scratcher than some, but not too bad to wear. I find with linen the more times I wash it the softer it gets. Good luck!
I just love your videos . One question, though, why do you serge your pieces before sewing them? I always serge my seams afterward and it trims the seams. If you trim your seams after you sew you cut off the serging and risk raveling.
Hello! So to answer why? I have to say "It depends" But basically, in general, I want to have the ability to press most seams open that serging after wont allow. In general (because there are always exceptions) I trim off serging when grading seams to press flatter, or as specified (like in this pattern) where they have a double row of stitching that will restrain the fabric from fraying. But part of the creative fun in sewing is that you can chose whatever method works better for you! So if you enjoy serging after, by all means, carry on! Cheers!
How do you know what you should serger and what you don't? Also, I have been searching ebay for a serger as I am pretty much homebound and have to have things delivered. I have never used one before nor have a clue about them. I've done Lots of research on the ones I see but I don't want to pay that much for one. What advice can you give me in my search for one? You have such great older machines and obviously have a nack for this lol
Hi Kera. I also have a lot delivered. I can tell you what I do, and everyone is different of course, but I tend to get basic singers because they are easy to get parts for, easy to use, and basic enough that there is not a lot to go bad. BUT things can get damaged so I'd look for one that is very gently used. Probably in the $80 range plus shipping. Hope that helps
You spoil us Darling! So many delicious videos! What I have learned so far has improved my sewing to almost unimaginable heights. I have now altered a blouse pattern to make a wonderful sloper and then two dresses! And I have understitched, added facings, pinned, marked, punched holes, aligned balance marks and made really beautiful clothing that I have been wearing nonstop. Make more videos! You are the best sewing teacher have ever had. Full stop.
I am so happy reading this! I am imagining your voice too :) Thank you so much and I hope that I can continue to help you enjoy your sewing life :)
My amazing wife your the best
great job
I love your videos and how you explain the garment construction so beautifully. This is a cute dress.
Thank you for taking the time to talk though plaids and invisible zip. Some times I'm not sure what I look forward to more your sewing or your pets. x
You are so welcome! They like the attention too :)
Your videos have been such a great help and inspiration to me. I’ve spent hours watching you share your deep knowledge and have applied them to my projects with great success. Additionally, you speak beautifully and teach very clearly. Thank you very much, I’m sending you a big hug❤️
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It's so useful to hear about the extra ease. Lovely pattern. Your dress gives me such bright snowy vibes!
So retro and cute!
I really appreciated the matching and invisible zip instructions. These are two areas that are a little scary. Thankyou for your tips. Once again you’ve done an amazing job, your dress is very cute.
Thank you Jane😊. Seriously, the double sided tape on the zipper makes it so much easier 😁
Your sewing skills are wonderful, your videos so informative and excellently executed. Your choice of fabrics puzzle me, I don’t know if you’re trying to save money or you really like what you purchase. You’re so beautiful I just think there are more flattering choices to be made. Thank you for sharing your skills.
I had to laugh when I read this! I actually am answering your question in the next video. Thank you!!
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You look amazing in that retro dress. Thank you for the tutorial. As always, I learned a lot.
Thank you! It is comfortable to wear too!
Looks great, thanks for your tutorials.
It turned out beautiful. It gives me a military vibe. I can see it in dark blue with a white collar and boutons. You did a marvelous job with the stripe placements. I rather like the puckers on the top sleeves. Thank you again for wonderful instructions.
Thank you!! I can see it in the navy blue and white! Maybe with red piping here and there... It is a fun little dress :) So glad you liked it :)
Not everyone could pull off this look, but with your hair and skin tones the colors just pop. My Mother made a similar style dress for me when I was about 13. It was a gray/white/ brown plaid with a white collar and cuffs out of a brushed heavy weight cotton. I loved it and wore it every chance I could.
You know, I think if you did the version without the collar and maybe not as many buttons it would be more acceptable as an everyday for everyone kind of dress. Thank you so much! :)
Wow makes you film starry. So suits you 😍
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That's great! Thank you 😊😂
Lovely dress and love the additional jacket idea! Think it will look lovely and the jacket could be very versatile
Here's hoping so.. 😁 it's turning into one of "those projects" at ther moment 😂
Such good instructions on matching plaids and invisible zippers. I thought the plaid for that pattern would not work but what do I know? It is so cute! It seems it adds to the retro look! Look at you numbers! Good going. You are such a good teacher!
Thank you! I have to admit, I had my doubts about the plaid at times too. But hey! How cute :)
That is really a lovely little frock. Now, will you be mowing the lawn in this one? 😉 You really need a little hat to go with it and the jacket. Perfect! That collar is really something special, I love it. I'll be using your method from now on. Understitching when the sides are sewn makes for less than fabulous points, so yes, I'll be trying this one out on my next collared garment! I just love your intros...they make me smile every time. I did have to look up the meaning of bucolic at first...always learning 🤣
You know, somewhere around here I have a pattern for a little pillbox hat that is adorable 😁 Maybe I'll have to take that out 😊☕
@@mybucoliclife YESSSSS!!!!
I had to look up that word too lol afterwards I realized maybe if I had that life I might know the word haha
Another great video love the dress and great to see you demo the invisible zip and matching plaids thankyou
Thank you! Always a little unsure about the whole invisible zipper while matching thing, but that double sided tape is really what makes it easy. Thank you for watching :)
That is sooooo cute!! It turned out so good makes me want to go to Joann and pick up the pattern. Excellent job!! Thanks for another great video.
Thank you! 😊
Wawak is a great company that carries all kinds of sewing products...I got my pinking shears from them and I love them
Getting my Scottish vibes...looks great...thank you for the tutorial... fitting the sleeve after adjusting the sides...I will definitely remember that...I'm sewing some baby dresses, bonnets and matching panties for a new baby girl, I'm loving the little projects...I knitted a circular shawl too...
Looking forward to seeing your next project..much love to you...x
Oh my goodness, I love fun little baby projects! Enjoy your shawl knitting! I have knitted many intricate Estonian lace shawls and love the process! But sadly, the repetitive motions are becoming difficult with arthritic thumbs (a combination of too many years hand milking cows and baton twirling...I know... weird combo). Enjoy and thank you for watching :)
Turned out very cute! I was wondering about adding pockets, too.
That you so much for your time
Another really great video and tutorial! Your channel has become one of my top 3 faves. Thank you for such great instruction on pattern alteration and matching. You really know your stuff! :)
Thank you so much!! I try 😁 I'm so glad you like the channel and find things I say helpful 😊
I love this! Sooooooooooooooooooo cute! I have just started watching your videos a short time ago, and have learned so much to just work through issues, maybe not the way a pattern instruction tells us to. Thank you.
Hello! Yes, I liked to read the instructions like a "suggested method" and not a mandatory rule. Thank you so much for watching!
Another lovely dress and brilliant tutorial, thank you, looking forward to the jacket !
Thank you Christine :)
I've had my Gingher pinking shears for over 30 years and they still work very well.
Thank you I will be ordering some soon😊😁
I have a pair of wiss that were her's that I used when I learned to sew when I was in junior high school. I inherited them when my mom passed. I also got a pair of ghingher when I moved to Texas. The wiss still do the job. I switch between them. I also inherited her Bernina sewing machine.
I have loved watching your videos for the past few months, although I'm a bit shy about commenting (usually I stream from my tv so it doesn't allow for comments anyway); But I just had to come on and say THANK YOU! I love watching you sew and have learned so many tips to improve my own sewing. I also enjoy seeing what's in store at the start around your beautiful home. Only positive vibes from me - love your videos so much.❤
Oh my goodness, you are so welcome! Thank you thank you :)
I'm new to your channel and really enjoyed how this came together. Super dress and looks really great on you. Love how you put the invisible zip in, will do this next time I do one. I can never perfect that little bit at the bottom of the zip. So I will be adopting your method, might just help with this :) Thank you for taking the time to share. By the way great pattern matching 👍
Hello Elaine!! Welcome 😁 yes, I could not get an invisible zipper to be smooth at the bottom until I started using this method. I'm so glad you found my channel!
Such a cute dress! I can’t wait to see the jacket
Thank you so much Marie! Another very well instructed video. I'm learning a lot from you, enjoying the process. I liked the outfit in the background too that was on the manniquin, looks like a cosplay creation. Your new dress is very cute, suits you. By the way, my hubby bought me a pair of gingher pinking shears back in the 1980's, still going strong and very sharp. I think they are the best scissors manufacturer.
Hello! So the thing in the background is trying to get inspiration for Renaissance Faire season... Thinking of a rustic celtic warrior queen that still has to hold things together kind of persona :) I have some gingher scissors in other styles. You are right, they last. Thank you!! :)
Really cute.
I would not have thought to lower the arm hole as you did. I guess that's something you only learn from experience, or watching a good tutorial like yours.
Oh Marie, how lovely, it suits you so well, you could try a statement belt if you wanted to change the look, but it’s lovely as it is, well done, the pattern placement is perfect too 👏👏👏👏👏🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺
Yes! A lovely wide red patent leather belt is what is springing up in my mind :) Because, why not ?!? Thank you :)
That reminds me of Gordon clan plaid, if i’m not mistaken. It’s been a while since I’ve seen it though, so i might be wrong.
You are an absolute master at matching that plaid up! You even placed everything thoughtfully within the patterns for best effect. It was absolutely worth the effort.
I was so pleased to see how you fit the bottom of that sleeve. We have the same fit, you & I. Big arms, but wide in the side seam when adhering to the cup size instructions. I’ve never known how to overcome that, so thankyou. I always learn something new from your videos.
It looked so good on you, it’s a fun looking dress.
It's actually really comfortable too. You should try it!
I always checked Butterick for mistakes, glad you caught the incorrect notch placement. I enjoyed watching your fine sewing and hearing thr rain falling.💗 🎶 Your going to make it after all! 😁
Yes! That is the song!!! And now, thank you, it is in my head for the next 6 or 7 hours :)
@@mybucoliclife hahaha 😀
Such a cute dress😍
Lovely as usual.
Thank you so much 😊
Dress is looking really nice and suits you a lot i was also thinking how it would look with stripes
Stripes could be really nice, big wide ones maybe. Enjoy :)
Love it!! You do such a great job of guiding us through the process. I love the tips and tricks you share. Keep up the great work!❤️
Thank you :)
I love that style! looks beautiful :)
Thank you! 😊
Adorable, I will be making one: thank you, learned a lot ❤️
So glad! Very comfortable and flattering style too :)
Thank you! I love the process of matching plaids. Your interfacing looks so good, I am not having such good results (bubbles).
You’re welcome 😊 For the interfacing, just practice with scraps first with different temperatures, steam, etc... if all else fails, try a different interfacing. Sometimes there is a bad batch.
I know I’m late to the party on this one, but try Kai scissors/pinking sheers, you will never reach for any others!
Cute!
The fabric so cute on you. Turned out wonderful!
Thank you! 😊
Kai brand pinking shears- great quality and value for the price
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Спасибо! Я так рад :)
Love it!
My goodness you are beyond 😊 😮
Wow you nailed this project. Amazing plaid matching. Your calm explanations are so easy to grasp as well. Are you self taught?
Thank you! And yes, I am self taught, grabbing sewing wisdom wherever I could find it just about my whole life :)
I am so happy to find you, another sewist. I was referred to you by a subscriber who said that you purchased the green linen with daisies on it from Joans. I purchased that linen and when it came out of the wash it felt so scratchy and itchy and woolly that I am considering taking it back for a refund. Did you sew something with it and if so is it scratchy or do you know how I can soften this fabric? I would love to see what you made. Thanks much
Hello!! Look at my video simplicity 9542, gunne sax inspired dress. That's the one I made from the linen. Yes, the first wash was a bit scratcher than some, but not too bad to wear. I find with linen the more times I wash it the softer it gets. Good luck!
I would love to have that in my clan tartan
That would be stunning :)
I would love for you to sew New Look pattern 6414. Thank you🙏🏻
I just love your videos . One question, though, why do you serge your pieces before sewing them? I always serge my seams afterward and it trims the seams. If you trim your seams after you sew you cut off the serging and risk raveling.
Hello! So to answer why? I have to say "It depends" But basically, in general, I want to have the ability to press most seams open that serging after wont allow. In general (because there are always exceptions) I trim off serging when grading seams to press flatter, or as specified (like in this pattern) where they have a double row of stitching that will restrain the fabric from fraying. But part of the creative fun in sewing is that you can chose whatever method works better for you! So if you enjoy serging after, by all means, carry on! Cheers!
@@mybucoliclife Different strokes for different folks! Cheers to you!
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Love your work , I think you could size down and not put the buttons.
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it is bad that I can't see the exactly placing the tape at zipper and material because your (very welcome) text is above
You can probably turn the subtitles off in your settings for a little while so you can see what you want to, and then turn them back on afterwards
How do you know what you should serger and what you don't? Also, I have been searching ebay for a serger as I am pretty much homebound and have to have things delivered. I have never used one before nor have a clue about them. I've done Lots of research on the ones I see but I don't want to pay that much for one. What advice can you give me in my search for one? You have such great older machines and obviously have a nack for this lol
Hi Kera. I also have a lot delivered. I can tell you what I do, and everyone is different of course, but I tend to get basic singers because they are easy to get parts for, easy to use, and basic enough that there is not a lot to go bad. BUT things can get damaged so I'd look for one that is very gently used. Probably in the $80 range plus shipping. Hope that helps
@@mybucoliclife Thank you for your advice, I appreciate it ❣️