COMMON QUESTIONS RELATED TO THE VIDEO: (I thought I could answer the two most common questions here instead of typing the same answer several times) How do you pleat the skirt? The pleating in this skirt consists only out of simple folds, as I show you in the video. Start with measurig your waist, and then divide that measurment in two. Now both of your two rectangles should be the result of that calculation. Start with finding the center of the rectangle, and fold your way out from the center to the edge, and then the same at the other side - from the center out to the edge, but now you put the folds in the opposite direction, so that the folds on both sides of the center, are running towards the edge. There are some ways where you use math to know exactly how deep the folds should be, in order to fit your waist measurment, but after a couple of times of trying, you will get the hang of it. Now, when your happy with that first rectangle, flip it and do the same on the other side. A thing to consider though, is that the direction of the pleats do a lot for the movement and shape of the skirt. So try around with different types of directions ( in my video I let the pleats on the front continue over to the rectangle on the back, so that they meet in the centre back, but that's just a question about taste) As mentioned in the video, theres many more pleats to use as well, this was just one method. How do you sew it together? I want to learn more about handsewing! As a beginner, you can come very far with just three types of handstitching : Running stitches, backstitches, and whipstitches. These are also the only stitches used in my skirts, and also 95% of the stitches I use for handsewing. So when should I use what stitch? Well a simple rule (or suggestion) is to use backstitches on seams that are more likely to be under pressure (tight garments for example or in garments that are often going to be washed like shifts, shirts etc). Running stitches on the other hand, work well for seams that most often aren't under pressure (loose garments, seams in skirts etc) These two types of stitches can though gladly be mixed, if you want to be on the safe side, or want something that works almost all the sime, and that is what I often choose. For felling and hemming, whipstitches workes a long way. Hope this helped a little bit! I will probably update this, so if you have more questions, feel free to ask down below!
Elin Abrahamsson should the rectangles be half the size of your waist measurement before or after we pleat them? For example my waist is 66cm, so should the front and back each be 33cm wide after pleating or before? Also second question! Did you use smalls buttons in the side opening below the waist band or did you leave the opening for getting in and out of the skirt alone aside from the waist band? I like the idea of using buttons over a zipper. Also how did you figure out how much fabric to start out with?
Samantha Scarcella you would want them to measure 33 after pleating. Consider that if you make a 1.5cm pleat, you need to add 3cm to your waist measurement per pleat (because it’s a fold it takes 1.5cm on each side of the fold). If you want 4 pleats, that is an additional 12cm to your waist measurement. 4 pleats in front and 4 pleats in back would add 24cm to your total waist measurement or 12cm on the front panel and 12cm to the back panel. Pleats are used to shape the waist while leaving volume in the skirt. Learning to make pleats make me have great respect for kilt makers😉
My question is: why do you need to cut the fabric into half at the beginning, as you're only going to sew the parts back together anyway - can one just use a folded fabric *not* cut it in half, so thus not having to sew one of the side seams, only the other one? :)
@@florenna Cutting the fabric in half was just an extra step she needed because she wanted the stripes on her skirt to be vertical. So if your fabric is plain, or patterned but you don't mind the direction of it, go ahead and skip that part!
Sadie McC "now she's in the garden... sewing, i think. in front of the camera, surrounded by chickens. wait she's moving... on the river bank, camera and all. *10 minutes later* she's sitting on the pier now, still sewing."
I love that you showed hand-sewing a practical, everyday piece of clothing, not because you were trying to be historically-accurate, but because you simply didn't have a machine. I personally hand-sew because I don't have a machine (and don't have room for one in my house right now!), so this has inspired me to start my own summer skirt project.
Yes! To me It happens the same. I have just discovered this channel, but I also get inspiration from one called "DinLife". I think that sewing by hand it's beautiful.
I hand sew because the machine scares me (yes I'm the only person who threads it without issue somehow?) and hand sewing I can sew in bed, outside, on the bus, wherever.
@@elinabrahamsson9442 I absolutely love your skirt, it turned out beautifully. I also prefer to hand sew, especially when it's something historical. Not only do I find it relaxing, I also find that sewing historical clothing on a modern sewing machine just feels awkward to me somehow. Not sure why that is though. I love how all of your animals seem to follow you everywhere. It's really adorable to see. They're obviously very fond of you. Great video! :)
I’m a professional tailor, I already know hand stitching and skirt making works, but this whole video looked so aesthetic that I had to watch it! Everything feels so whimsical and idyllic, like tiny movies
This is the first video I watched, and I noticed good comments about filming. How do you do that? Such a variety of pretty outdoor and indoor settings / backgrounds. And you switch to close ups and different views. The music is a nice addition. I don't like music on most everyone else's videos. And finally, the reason I stopped to watch, beautiful skirt.
That was me until I started making my own. Now I mostly wear long, flowy, skirts that are all upcycled from old bed sheets. And I get compliments all the time on them. Best choice I ever made.
Absolutely!! People tend to think that I just don’t like skirts, but I love skirts! I just love flowy, full skirts when the fashion of today doesn’t support that. Skirts are short and/or form-fitting. (Also I’m on the bigger side, so it’s hard to find clothes that fit anyway.)
I mean... Your quirkiness, instructions, camera work and editing are already perfect and everything... But the occasional animal cameos just take your videos to another level :'D _100% wholesome_
Buttonholes: I remember an aunt of mine who crocheted around buttonholes. She cut the fabric for the hole, made regularly spaced buttonhole stitches (not as close as for a traditional buttonhole stitch) and then switched to a very tiny crochet hook and did a set of single or slip stitches around the buttonhole. They were pretty, functional and if I'm not mistaken, she used a different color of thread for contrast.
@lotsofthingslover i have made skirts, dresses, jumpers, and vorsets from thrifted high quality bedsheets and shower curtains, and i still had tons of fabric for matching masks :p But this simplicity of the skirt and thoughtful design is so fantastic @elin!
Bedsheets are fantastic! I thrift the good quality ones whenever I can. I’m making some pyjama pants out of an old flannel sheet, some chemises, drawers, and also an apron out of a few white cotton sheets I have, I’ve made a lovely circle skirt out of an embossed doona cover, and a matching peasant blouse with the underside of the same doona cover. It saves so much money on fabric!
I was also sewing a skirt and wanted to close it with hooks and eyes, but had none... so I figured I could try to make my own! I found some wire and with the help of some plyers it actually wasn't that hard. Of course they're not perfect, but that's fine with me :) They also already survived several wearings and some washing, so I would definitely recommend everyone curious to try it too :)
That's fantastic. Handcrafted is so much nicer. Now I will have to try making my own hooks and eyes, lol. Oh, and you can even make your own buttons too. If you're interested, there are quite a few videos that show you how to crochet or knit your own buttons. The practice actually dates back to somewhere around the end of the 18th century, so it would be historically accurate to use them on period clothing. They were most popular from 1860 to 1940. My grandmother had some she had made.
It's so cute!! The stripes going opposite directions on the waistband and pockets is what really gives it that vintage flair. Gorgeous filming too - the light where you live is absolutely dreamy!
I'm a sewing noob. But after watching this video, I'm sure that I can make a skirt like this. So I found myself watching twice in a row, and going online to find some suitable fabric. Now the waiting game has begun because I want to start sewing this wonderful skirt yesterday :-)
Im a rare handstitching Artist /I spent all last winter completely hand sewing curtains/crocheting rugs /hot pads/potholders and stool covers- - - you go girl/I love it!
Idk how but you made a "basic" skirt look even more magical!!!?!! I love it. Very inspirational! I think I ll try this make this one as well 🤤🤤 thank you for sharing
So.... I think I'm going to go off and make myself a skirt. Don't mind me. Got inspired. I wonder why... Beautiful and engaging video as always, Elin. It looks gorgeous.
I can’t believe it’s been 2 yrs since this video!! Time flies when you’re hand sewing. I’m revisiting this to help me creat my hand stitched linen wedding dress!
I am not the only one then going to lopis to pick sheets and curtains for skirts and dresses! yay! Please more of chickens getting around and more of whatever makes you have a great time! :D
Very cute! The best thing about doing handwork is taking it with you, everywhere! I used to knit on the bus to and from work, and on my breaks...I got so much done, and met soooooo many lovely people doing that. I’d absolutely be interested in more videos like this! The more sewing, the better. Thank you for sharing, be safe, and have a beautiful week.
This is one of the most enjoyable videos on sewing I have seen. Visually is was beautiful. I must admit a modicum of jealousy of the beautiful place that you live! Oh, and the skirt - stunning!🧵🌞
the skirt, you, your house, the landscapes - everything is so beautiful about this video, the editing is so wonderful and pleasing to watch. I'm so happy that yt algorithm brought me here :D
I’d love to see more beginner type sewing projects. But even when you post more complicated videos I still find your videos fun to watch. I really enjoy how you change the music depending on what’s going on.
I love when the chicken came in! I love your hair up in the bandanna. You have been making awesome videos. Thank you, for sharing your beautiful country with us. Please continue with more videos.
Such a kind and soothing video. Thank you for posting it today when things in the world are so tragic and difficult. Inspirational! Oh, yes, and with chickens, too...even when they’re not allowed inside. 🤣
The skirt is beautiful. So simple and stylish......I am a child of the 50s , and naturally love this style. I also enjoyed your breaking instructions down , and de-mystifying the sewing process. Am now a subscriber. Love the landscape too by the way!
Bless The LORD for your amazing creativity! I enjoyed the hand sewing. I also enjoyed watching your interaction with your chickens and the cat. The beautiful background sceneries gave me the sense that this protect took a few days. All in all, well done! 🌷
What a fun summer project! Unlike everyone else, I cannot stand hidden pockets in side seams and always...*gasp*... take them OUT!! But I adore the look of patch or kangaroo pockets and I am not one to carry things in pockets so for me they are merely a design element and putting the stripes in a different direction is perfect! 🦋
I like hidden pockets , it's better than no pockets and hides the bulk of what's inside them better 💓 . They can be great if attached to the waist . Each to their own!
@@HosCreates yes, most everyone seems to use pockets to put stuff in but I cannot stand any extra bulk on my clothes, esp. at the seams and I use a wee cross body bag to carry things, never have put stuff in pockets!
I love the skirt, it's so beautiful. Love what you did with the stripes in different directions. I know you always say it doesn't matter how you sew it together but I would really love to see how you do it, which stitches you use and which thread. As always your cinematography is magical.
I just found your videos and wow, your little world is just stunning! I’m so inspired to sew a skirt like this with my own chickens clucking around me 😊 Would you ever do a house/yard tour? Your home is beautiful. Thank you for all of the inspiration!
I’ve enjoyed the video a lot❣️. I only come to your channel to “spend time with you” and “be” in your beautiful home. Is like out of a story book. Your videos open my heart. Your ability to evoke emotions from such simple moments in life is amazing. A sign of a great filmmaker, in my opinion. It would be fun if you could make videos of clothing you wear everyday. Like you did the medieval women. And you can talk all you want, I’m here for you😄. God bless you ❤️
I love that you sew outside, in the wonderful air, away from the intrusion of electronics (except that which is videoing you). Thank you for setting such wonderful example of healthy living.
Ive been wanting to make some skirts for the homestead and just bought some fabric! So glad I saw this video! I'll totally be starting on this project today!
You're really out there living my dream life huh? I enjoyed this video a lot! Definitely making mental notes for the next step of my Edwardian walking skirt!
Oh yes please! Your videos are great. This one is very practical especially with that fact you did this by hand, not machine. Very useful for anyone starting out. Thank you for posting this!
This video was perfect, I am also making (or trying to make) a skirt with patchwork pockets made out of an old curtain. What a coincidence! I love your videos and they also inspire me to continue to try new sewing projects even if it looks hard.
I had a skirt similar to this one many years ago. It was a blue and white stripe. It is one of the few things I regret getting rid of. Yours is lovely!
Hi! I just started watching your videos a while ago, and I really like them! They are very well made and make me even more interested in historical clothing and inspire me to do try and dabble into making them as well:) Unfortunately, I just barely missed the video where you answered questions, and I have a few of my own, so if you have time, I'd be very grateful if you could answer them. 1) How do you wash clothes that you make? By hand or in a washer? 2) Do the natural dyed clothes color the water? I mean, can I wash them with other clothes without worrying that they will color them? 3) Do your hand sewn stitches hold well? Thank you for making such amazing videos!
Practical, sustainable, and a beautiful presentation of the video. It says something about your gentle and generous soul that animals are so comfortable around you, also. Thank you from the U.S. Pacific Northwest where we are shrouded in smoke and fearing for the fate of our trees. You are a much needed metaphoric breath of fresh air.
Thank you so much for sharing your sewing adventures with us. I hope you only ever get positive comments. And please never feel under pressure from anyone who watches. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you explaining your work. Your enthusiasm is contagious. And I am now making a kirtle...or attempting to. 😀
This is so lovely, I'm so happy I watched your video! I'm a total beginner in the sewing world, and I would love to make my own clothes someday, but it always seems so complicated... But now I believe I can actually do it, thanks to your tips and guidance! I'd love to see more videos like this, where you show your process :)
Omg this skirt is so cute! I have pretty much the exact same fabric at home, might make a skirt like this out of it... But such a pretty video, and bit where the chicken went inside was so funny!
Thank you so much!!!! This video was really helpful! I recently wanted to make a skirt, but I didn’t exactly know how 😂 All I knew was a circle skirt, but I wasn’t in the mood to make that again haha. But this skirt is so pretty! I’m definitely going to try this!
Oh that’s so lovely! Question: do pockets like that not create issues with the pleating and the way skirt lays? Also how long did you cut your, I quite like the length?
thank you! I fiddled around with the pockts for a while, and just as you say, they do effect the pleats. Therefore, I needed to have the skirt on while pinning the pockets in place so that I could see the exact position of them. The lentgh is around 5-7cm under my knee!
COMMON QUESTIONS RELATED TO THE VIDEO:
(I thought I could answer the two most common questions here instead of typing the same answer several times)
How do you pleat the skirt?
The pleating in this skirt consists only out of simple folds, as I show you in the video. Start with measurig your waist, and then divide that measurment in two. Now both of your two rectangles should be the result of that calculation. Start with finding the center of the rectangle, and fold your way out from the center to the edge, and then the same at the other side - from the center out to the edge, but now you put the folds in the opposite direction, so that the folds on both sides of the center, are running towards the edge. There are some ways where you use math to know exactly how deep the folds should be, in order to fit your waist measurment, but after a couple of times of trying, you will get the hang of it. Now, when your happy with that first rectangle, flip it and do the same on the other side. A thing to consider though, is that the direction of the pleats do a lot for the movement and shape of the skirt. So try around with different types of directions ( in my video I let the pleats on the front continue over to the rectangle on the back, so that they meet in the centre back, but that's just a question about taste)
As mentioned in the video, theres many more pleats to use as well, this was just one method.
How do you sew it together? I want to learn more about handsewing!
As a beginner, you can come very far with just three types of handstitching : Running stitches, backstitches, and whipstitches. These are also the only stitches used in my skirts, and also 95% of the stitches I use for handsewing.
So when should I use what stitch?
Well a simple rule (or suggestion) is to use backstitches on seams that are more likely to be under pressure (tight garments for example or in garments that are often going to be washed like shifts, shirts etc). Running stitches on the other hand, work well for seams that most often aren't under pressure (loose garments, seams in skirts etc) These two types of stitches can though gladly be mixed, if you want to be on the safe side, or want something that works almost all the sime, and that is what I often choose.
For felling and hemming, whipstitches workes a long way.
Hope this helped a little bit! I will probably update this, so if you have more questions, feel free to ask down below!
Elin Abrahamsson should the rectangles be half the size of your waist measurement before or after we pleat them? For example my waist is 66cm, so should the front and back each be 33cm wide after pleating or before?
Also second question! Did you use smalls buttons in the side opening below the waist band or did you leave the opening for getting in and out of the skirt alone aside from the waist band? I like the idea of using buttons over a zipper.
Also how did you figure out how much fabric to start out with?
Samantha Scarcella you would want them to measure 33 after pleating. Consider that if you make a 1.5cm pleat, you need to add 3cm to your waist measurement per pleat (because it’s a fold it takes 1.5cm on each side of the fold). If you want 4 pleats, that is an additional 12cm to your waist measurement. 4 pleats in front and 4 pleats in back would add 24cm to your total waist measurement or 12cm on the front panel and 12cm to the back panel.
Pleats are used to shape the waist while leaving volume in the skirt. Learning to make pleats make me have great respect for kilt makers😉
Elin Abrahamsson
Do you have to hand wash it.
My question is: why do you need to cut the fabric into half at the beginning, as you're only going to sew the parts back together anyway - can one just use a folded fabric *not* cut it in half, so thus not having to sew one of the side seams, only the other one? :)
@@florenna Cutting the fabric in half was just an extra step she needed because she wanted the stripes on her skirt to be vertical. So if your fabric is plain, or patterned but you don't mind the direction of it, go ahead and skip that part!
Neighbors: "Honey, the girl in the woods is back!"
"Is she wearing a kirtle again?"
"No, she's running towards her camera in a striped skirt."
Sadie McC "now she's in the garden... sewing, i think. in front of the camera, surrounded by chickens. wait she's moving... on the river bank, camera and all. *10 minutes later* she's sitting on the pier now, still sewing."
Hahahahah luckily we don't really have neighbours. I would feel very sorry for them if we had😂
🤣 isn’t it lovely though to not give a f**k what people think??
🤣🤣
Seriously watching you hand sew was soothing. This skirt came out really cute.
Came for the sewing stayed for the absolutely stunning cinematography. Seriously, all of these feel like little movies.
Agreed! Am blown away by the production value of these videos!
I love to hear that, thank you so much!
So true..
There are Hollywood cinematographers out there that are not this good at their job.
Seriously dats the kind of life i want, peaceful n authentic out of the crowd
I love that you showed hand-sewing a practical, everyday piece of clothing, not because you were trying to be historically-accurate, but because you simply didn't have a machine. I personally hand-sew because I don't have a machine (and don't have room for one in my house right now!), so this has inspired me to start my own summer skirt project.
Yes! To me It happens the same. I have just discovered this channel, but I also get inspiration from one called "DinLife". I think that sewing by hand it's beautiful.
Handsweing is so underrated! So much cozier than by machine, and you can be anywhere, and listen and watch things you love while doing it!💕
@@elinabrahamsson9442 I do totally agree
I hand sew because the machine scares me (yes I'm the only person who threads it without issue somehow?) and hand sewing I can sew in bed, outside, on the bus, wherever.
@@elinabrahamsson9442 I absolutely love your skirt, it turned out beautifully. I also prefer to hand sew, especially when it's something historical. Not only do I find it relaxing, I also find that sewing historical clothing on a modern sewing machine just feels awkward to me somehow. Not sure why that is though. I love how all of your animals seem to follow you everywhere. It's really adorable to see. They're obviously very fond of you. Great video! :)
I’m so glad you left that bit of getting thread tangled in the weeds 😂
It all was so much better in my imagination😂
Yes! It was sooooo relatable XD
you’re living the cottagecore life of my dreams
I had that exact same thought 😂😂😊
Yes. Getting into our human core without techno-intrusion.
I’m a professional tailor, I already know hand stitching and skirt making works, but this whole video looked so aesthetic that I had to watch it! Everything feels so whimsical and idyllic, like tiny movies
Thank you❤
I love how your videos are always more like short films in the way they're filmed and edited ♥️
Aww, thank you so much!
This is the first video I watched, and I noticed good comments about filming. How do you do that? Such a variety of pretty outdoor and indoor settings / backgrounds. And you switch to close ups and different views. The music is a nice addition. I don't like music on most everyone else's videos. And finally, the reason I stopped to watch, beautiful skirt.
Oh yesss! I don't wear skirts because I can never find ones that I like but I loveee this one!!!
That was me until I started making my own. Now I mostly wear long, flowy, skirts that are all upcycled from old bed sheets. And I get compliments all the time on them. Best choice I ever made.
@@jamielane5065 yesss!!! I make my own cullots and they're my favourite! Making your own clothes is the best!
RELATE!!
Absolutely!! People tend to think that I just don’t like skirts, but I love skirts! I just love flowy, full skirts when the fashion of today doesn’t support that. Skirts are short and/or form-fitting. (Also I’m on the bigger side, so it’s hard to find clothes that fit anyway.)
I mean... Your quirkiness, instructions, camera work and editing are already perfect and everything...
But the occasional animal cameos just take your videos to another level :'D
_100% wholesome_
Yes, yes and yes again!!!
Buttonholes: I remember an aunt of mine who crocheted around buttonholes. She cut the fabric for the hole, made regularly spaced buttonhole stitches (not as close as for a traditional buttonhole stitch) and then switched to a very tiny crochet hook and did a set of single or slip stitches around the buttonhole. They were pretty, functional and if I'm not mistaken, she used a different color of thread for contrast.
Oh that's so cool! I crochet as well☺
Ooh
Love that idea!
Elin being Iconic for 14 minutes.
*And the chickens being iconic for the remaining 25 seconds*
@@Victoria-dh9vb 😀
Dear Elin, this couldn't have come at a better time, I have been thinking of recycling old bedsheets into skirts and dresses 😊 love from Slovenia
Same. I was getting ready to make a skirt from some thrifted bed sheets i've been hoarding
Oh I love to hear that, good luck with your sewing!
@lotsofthingslover i have made skirts, dresses, jumpers, and vorsets from thrifted high quality bedsheets and shower curtains, and i still had tons of fabric for matching masks :p But this simplicity of the skirt and thoughtful design is so fantastic @elin!
Bedsheets are fantastic! I thrift the good quality ones whenever I can. I’m making some pyjama pants out of an old flannel sheet, some chemises, drawers, and also an apron out of a few white cotton sheets I have, I’ve made a lovely circle skirt out of an embossed doona cover, and a matching peasant blouse with the underside of the same doona cover.
It saves so much money on fabric!
I love using bedsheets, curtains, shower curtains too, already got built in hems lol
I was also sewing a skirt and wanted to close it with hooks and eyes, but had none... so I figured I could try to make my own! I found some wire and with the help of some plyers it actually wasn't that hard. Of course they're not perfect, but that's fine with me :) They also already survived several wearings and some washing, so I would definitely recommend everyone curious to try it too :)
that's so cool!
Oh that's an awesome tip!
Oh yes that's a really good idea! I have done it some times now, and they do not look anything like the bought ones, but have so much more character!
That's fantastic. Handcrafted is so much nicer. Now I will have to try making my own hooks and eyes, lol. Oh, and you can even make your own buttons too. If you're interested, there are quite a few videos that show you how to crochet or knit your own buttons. The practice actually dates back to somewhere around the end of the 18th century, so it would be historically accurate to use them on period clothing. They were most popular from 1860 to 1940. My grandmother had some she had made.
You could always take some off an old bra, upcycling!!!!
It's so cute!! The stripes going opposite directions on the waistband and pockets is what really gives it that vintage flair. Gorgeous filming too - the light where you live is absolutely dreamy!
I just found the most beautiful vintage fabric in my mom's sewing basket... Was hoping to make a skirt and this looks like the perfect style. 💗🏵️
Oooh what a dream! You must show me the result when it's finished!
I'm a sewing noob. But after watching this video, I'm sure that I can make a skirt like this. So I found myself watching twice in a row, and going online to find some suitable fabric. Now the waiting game has begun because I want to start sewing this wonderful skirt yesterday :-)
Good luck in starting to sew! I made myself a skirt very like hers, and I LOVE it! Hopefully yours turns out beautifully.
Happy sowing ☺️
Me too!
Heck, I'm gonna use and old bedsheet😆 I am not the most high-brow broad, lol
Im a rare handstitching Artist /I spent all last winter completely hand sewing curtains/crocheting rugs /hot pads/potholders and stool covers- - - you go girl/I love it!
Idk how but you made a "basic" skirt look even more magical!!!?!! I love it. Very inspirational! I think I ll try this make this one as well 🤤🤤 thank you for sharing
I'm glad you liked the video, thank you!❤
So.... I think I'm going to go off and make myself a skirt. Don't mind me. Got inspired.
I wonder why...
Beautiful and engaging video as always, Elin. It looks gorgeous.
Thank you!❤
Okay but the *aesthetic* of this entire video! It's so pretty and simple, but elegant and practical! The editing was just *chef's kiss*
I can’t believe it’s been 2 yrs since this video!! Time flies when you’re hand sewing. I’m revisiting this to help me creat my hand stitched linen wedding dress!
The most relaxing video on the internet.
I am not the only one then going to lopis to pick sheets and curtains for skirts and dresses! yay! Please more of chickens getting around and more of whatever makes you have a great time! :D
You should make a tutorial on basic handsewing! Basic stitches and such - it would be very informative and interesting.
I like that you did it by hand. I like how you live that's how I live on my farm. Great video really enjoyed it.
So nice to see that we don't always need patterns to sew clothing!
Sorry, I forgot to add I loved how it went slowly and you showed every step clearly. Love the movie format. Amazingly beautiful little home and yard.
Very cute! The best thing about doing handwork is taking it with you, everywhere! I used to knit on the bus to and from work, and on my breaks...I got so much done, and met soooooo many lovely people doing that.
I’d absolutely be interested in more videos like this! The more sewing, the better. Thank you for sharing, be safe, and have a beautiful week.
This is screaming cottagecore so much and I’m here for it. Also props to you bc the editing in this is immaculate
This is one of the most enjoyable videos on sewing I have seen. Visually is was beautiful. I must admit a modicum of jealousy of the beautiful place that you live! Oh, and the skirt - stunning!🧵🌞
I love your video! A very lovely & practical skirt. Congratulations!!!
I've got a box full of thrifted sheets and a MIGHTY NEED for more skirts in my life.... good video!
A lovely skirt and a beautiful natural environment
I very much enjoyed your feathery co-stars : ) That's a lovely skirt, and I enjoyed following you through this project.
I'm so glad it has pockets, I dont know how anyone lives without them 🙏🙏
I can’t believe you did this by hand wow 🥺
I am very interested in more videos with projects like this. My seeing machine died and I need to learn more about hand sewing.
the skirt, you, your house, the landscapes - everything is so beautiful about this video, the editing is so wonderful and pleasing to watch. I'm so happy that yt algorithm brought me here :D
The chicken coming inside made my day 😂😂
I’d love to see more beginner type sewing projects. But even when you post more complicated videos I still find your videos fun to watch. I really enjoy how you change the music depending on what’s going on.
Your videos are so charming and beautiful, full of inspiration!
Your videos make me so homesick the area you live really reminds of my home an the chickens. Also I've a ton of these skirts and i love them
I love when the chicken came in! I love your hair up in the bandanna. You have been making awesome videos. Thank you, for sharing your beautiful country with us. Please continue with more videos.
Please make more of these types of videos. Nicely done:)
Please do more of these kinds of videos!
Gorgeous! Very inspirational skirt, and beautifully shot, as always. I love it when I get to relax and join you in a new video for a few minutes.
Didn't realize I'd become addicted to your videos until this one showed up on my feed and I "woohoo'd" 😁
Such a kind and soothing video. Thank you for posting it today when things in the world are so tragic and difficult. Inspirational! Oh, yes, and with chickens, too...even when they’re not allowed inside. 🤣
The skirt is beautiful. So simple and stylish......I am a child of the 50s , and naturally love this style. I also enjoyed your breaking instructions down , and de-mystifying the sewing process.
Am now a subscriber. Love the landscape too by the way!
On todays episode of making cothing with Elin: The Chicken Stole The Show
Oh my love this
Chicken stole the show
Before you said that I was thinking
Chicken with me SEWING 🧵
we’re funny sewing mind s think alike. 😜
Your skirt is so pretty and comfortable. What a nice place to sew, too! It looks so peaceful.
I love it! The skirt turned out so nice, and the outdoor shots are so relaxing. And how charming are the animal cameos??
Bless The LORD for your amazing creativity! I enjoyed the hand sewing. I also enjoyed watching your interaction with your chickens and the cat. The beautiful background sceneries gave me the sense that this protect took a few days. All in all, well done! 🌷
could you do a more in depth video on different types of skirt pleating? I always find it super complicated haha
Request seconded.
I wrote how I did the pleating in the pinned comment, I hope it might help a little bit!
@@elinabrahamsson9442 Thanks so much ❤️
Your hand sewing shots are everything
Absolutely stunning! What a lovely idea to use a curtain. I really enjoy seeing you hand sew your projects. Can't wait to see more. Happy stitching.
What a fun summer project! Unlike everyone else, I cannot stand hidden pockets in side seams and always...*gasp*... take them OUT!! But I adore the look of patch or kangaroo pockets and I am not one to carry things in pockets so for me they are merely a design element and putting the stripes in a different direction is perfect! 🦋
I like hidden pockets , it's better than no pockets and hides the bulk of what's inside them better 💓 . They can be great if attached to the waist . Each to their own!
@@HosCreates yes, most everyone seems to use pockets to put stuff in but I cannot stand any extra bulk on my clothes, esp. at the seams and I use a wee cross body bag to carry things, never have put stuff in pockets!
I love the skirt, it's so beautiful. Love what you did with the stripes in different directions.
I know you always say it doesn't matter how you sew it together but I would really love to see how you do it, which stitches you use and which thread.
As always your cinematography is magical.
It is so nice to slow down and get some hand stitching in. Love it 🥰
I just found your videos and wow, your little world is just stunning! I’m so inspired to sew a skirt like this with my own chickens clucking around me 😊 Would you ever do a house/yard tour? Your home is beautiful. Thank you for all of the inspiration!
The aesthetic of your videos💜💜
Great skirt. Beautiful filming. Thank you for sharing your process with us.
More modern/vintage!!! Enjoyed so much and greetings from Florida!
I’ve enjoyed the video a lot❣️. I only come to your channel to “spend time with you” and “be” in your beautiful home. Is like out of a story book. Your videos open my heart. Your ability to evoke emotions from such simple moments in life is amazing. A sign of a great filmmaker, in my opinion. It would be fun if you could make videos of clothing you wear everyday. Like you did the medieval women. And you can talk all you want, I’m here for you😄. God bless you ❤️
This skirt turned out amazing! The stripes and the pleats together make a beautiful texture. And, as always, a beautiful and calming video x
The cat walking all over the fabric is sooo relatable (and cute). A cat exactly where you need to cut is such a classic. 😋
I love that you sew outside, in the wonderful air, away from the intrusion of electronics (except that which is videoing you). Thank you for setting such wonderful example of healthy living.
Thank you for sharing your skirt making with us. Looks great and the big pockets were def. The right call.
Ive been wanting to make some skirts for the homestead and just bought some fabric! So glad I saw this video! I'll totally be starting on this project today!
What a beautiful video!! Please make more like this. Wherever you live is absolutely stunning
just discovered your channel a few days ago, it's so quickly becoming one of my favourite places on the internet to hang out. Loved this!
A most wonderful "classic piece" to your wardrobe. Jean jacket, white polo . . . . . . for cooler days.
You're really out there living my dream life huh?
I enjoyed this video a lot! Definitely making mental notes for the next step of my Edwardian walking skirt!
Oh yes please! Your videos are great. This one is very practical especially with that fact you did this by hand, not machine. Very useful for anyone starting out. Thank you for posting this!
I love how cinematic your videos are ! Also the chicken 😂
Can you explain more about how to make the closure area/ how to make it look clean and hide the raw edges?
This video was perfect, I am also making (or trying to make) a skirt with patchwork pockets made out of an old curtain. What a coincidence! I love your videos and they also inspire me to continue to try new sewing projects even if it looks hard.
What a gorgeous video! It inspired me to start sewing again. I now have a gorgeous skirt that took 1 day to make.
I don't even wear skirts but now I want to make one
great video, as always !
I had a skirt similar to this one many years ago. It was a blue and white stripe. It is one of the few things I regret getting rid of. Yours is lovely!
I needed this! I'm getting back into sewing and wanted something simple. Sending love from Greenville, South Carolina!
I have just got to say you are absolutely great no sewing machine just with your hands.you made a beautiful skirt.you are very clever well done.
Hi! I just started watching your videos a while ago, and I really like them! They are very well made and make me even more interested in historical clothing and inspire me to do try and dabble into making them as well:) Unfortunately, I just barely missed the video where you answered questions, and I have a few of my own, so if you have time, I'd be very grateful if you could answer them.
1) How do you wash clothes that you make? By hand or in a washer?
2) Do the natural dyed clothes color the water? I mean, can I wash them with other clothes without worrying that they will color them?
3) Do your hand sewn stitches hold well?
Thank you for making such amazing videos!
I would never have the patience to sew by hand an entire garment! But I admire your patience to do it! You are a very talented woman!
This was such good timing! I'm planning on making some clothes and needed some more inspiration. :D Thank you!
I am definitely going to make a skirt like this now!
Practical, sustainable, and a beautiful presentation of the video. It says something about your gentle and generous soul that animals are so comfortable around you, also. Thank you from the U.S. Pacific Northwest where we are shrouded in smoke and fearing for the fate of our trees. You are a much needed metaphoric breath of fresh air.
Yes, yes, yes, please. More videos.
Thank you so much for sharing your sewing adventures with us. I hope you only ever get positive comments. And please never feel under pressure from anyone who watches. It is a pleasure to watch and listen to you explaining your work. Your enthusiasm is contagious. And I am now making a kirtle...or attempting to. 😀
This is so lovely, I'm so happy I watched your video! I'm a total beginner in the sewing world, and I would love to make my own clothes someday, but it always seems so complicated... But now I believe I can actually do it, thanks to your tips and guidance! I'd love to see more videos like this, where you show your process :)
The idea of putting more pleats in the back for targeted volume is so smart!
I loved this video! You do such a great job of creating a mood with how you film and edit!
I love watching your videos as you are outside a lot and you hand sew most everything. Your chickens are always a joy to watch too :) Love the skirt.
Omg this skirt is so cute! I have pretty much the exact same fabric at home, might make a skirt like this out of it... But such a pretty video, and bit where the chicken went inside was so funny!
the fact you’re hand sewing makes me so much happier bc I hand sew too 😊🥰!
So happy yo see your new video! Hello from Russia)
Beautiful skirt and video. It must be wonderful to wake up every day where you are ❤
Thank you so much!!!! This video was really helpful! I recently wanted to make a skirt, but I didn’t exactly know how 😂 All I knew was a circle skirt, but I wasn’t in the mood to make that again haha. But this skirt is so pretty! I’m definitely going to try this!
The cinematic aspect of your videos is so beautiful and calming.
Oh that’s so lovely!
Question: do pockets like that not create issues with the pleating and the way skirt lays? Also how long did you cut your, I quite like the length?
thank you!
I fiddled around with the pockts for a while, and just as you say, they do effect the pleats. Therefore, I needed to have the skirt on while pinning the pockets in place so that I could see the exact position of them.
The lentgh is around 5-7cm under my knee!