I Made a Medieval London Hood for Coming Out Day! [CC]

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  • @katharinekorinek1597
    @katharinekorinek1597 3 роки тому +62

    Mercury in Gatorade is delightful.

    • @stevezytveld6585
      @stevezytveld6585 3 роки тому +1

      Agreed.
      - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +13

      It’s my favorite tongue in cheek description

    • @catherinejustcatherine1778
      @catherinejustcatherine1778 3 роки тому +1

      Agreed

    • @cadileigh9948
      @cadileigh9948 3 роки тому +2

      only works for those of us who have lived in the USA, albeit I refused to drink it. Marmite anyone ?

    • @catherinejustcatherine1778
      @catherinejustcatherine1778 3 роки тому +4

      @@cadileigh9948
      USA is the only place mercury does that?
      Because, surely, Gatorade is sold elsewhere...

  • @catherinejustcatherine1778
    @catherinejustcatherine1778 3 роки тому +10

    I commend you on weathering through the glitches & issues. Infact, I am grateful that you shared your Saga. Somehow I unconsciously extrapolated how to resolve a seemingly insurmountable glitch of my own (at least temporarily), while listening to your challenges.
    I have faith and patience that when you have access to your data & spoons to process it, one week or more, we will have "extra/catchup" content.
    I have more excitement to get through before settling down to watch this & more videos. But, wanted to take a moment to say thank you so much for the inspiration ; however unintentional, it was still, very effective

  • @Ampharion
    @Ampharion 3 роки тому +14

    I've never bought a sewing pattern before, but I think this is the one to convince me. I am so excited for this!

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      I hope it’ll be useful!

  • @j.enzinas
    @j.enzinas 3 роки тому +3

    I love that everyone seems to have a slightly different way of doing their cloth buttons. I like your use of the square corners as stuffing.

  • @KellyAK
    @KellyAK 3 роки тому +4

    I love the hood, I need these to come back into regular use, they look so cosy! The rainbow buttons are the perfect finishing detail as well ❤

  • @lajoyous1568
    @lajoyous1568 3 роки тому +9

    I was beginning to worry that your computer was truly dead this time. I'm so glad is a repairable thing vs replacement.
    The hood is beautiful and I love the wool. I think I can see one in my future, but I'm sure my fabric won't compare.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +3

      Me too. Hopefully everything will be returned as it was and then we’ll be cooking with fire.

  • @anaisabelsantos4661
    @anaisabelsantos4661 3 роки тому +4

    Tonight I watched you making that lovelly hood with the company of a cup of earl grey, hot.

  • @nanettebromley8843
    @nanettebromley8843 3 роки тому +2

    oh Fabulous. A pattern I will be purchasing. Making at least 1 for this winter. Struggle with my viking hood as its not wide enough across the shoulders when I'm wearing my big winter coat.
    I love mixing it up between modern and historical clothing. Wool dress is already unpacked for winter.
    Right I need fabric as my loom is not wide enough for this project. *wanders off to raid the fabric stash*

  • @linr8260
    @linr8260 3 роки тому +7

    Ooooooh that fabric is so subtly fabulous and the bright rainbow people came out SO good. The swish in that kirtle, too... Nice.
    Glad to see you back! I hope you can recover all that data...

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      Fingers crossed, and thank you!

  • @SB-wj8oj
    @SB-wj8oj 3 роки тому +7

    I’m just finishing my first renaissance costume for the faire this week, your videos have been wonderful sewing company and I am so excited to make a *gay* heraldic dress as my next costume project. Thanks for all the inspiration!! Please keep making great videos

  • @AgentPedestrian
    @AgentPedestrian 3 роки тому +4

    ok I Could have watched this 3 hours ago when it came out but in my defence I was reviewing tutorials on how to finish the hems on the wool tunic I've been wearing for the past year and change
    but now I know what to do. and all I have left is the bottom hem. so it's Time.
    (also I really wanna London hood now. the skjöldehamn hood just doesn't provide both ear snuggies and eye protection when it snows, which it has started doing where I live)

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      The brilliant thing about UA-cam videos is that they’re patient.

    • @AgentPedestrian
      @AgentPedestrian 3 роки тому +2

      @@OpusElenae yes, its absolutely lovely!
      but I also know how strange the gorithm gets about how many views it gets in a certain timespan upon uploading and I've seen some of the awful pressure the backstage mechanisms exert so I still try and be prompt about it

  • @StephanieCanada
    @StephanieCanada 3 роки тому

    Mercury in Gatorade!! Makes me giggle every time I hear it!

  • @coreygilles847
    @coreygilles847 3 роки тому +5

    This looks like a lot of work…but super worth it! Also, you are wonderful. Thank you (and I hope your data is rescued)

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you! It goes faster the more you do it.

  • @MrThedrachen
    @MrThedrachen 2 роки тому

    Queer friendly, sewing, hoods, tea and affirmations. I think I love you.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому

      Welcome to the queer medieval tea party!

  • @adahusten2188
    @adahusten2188 3 роки тому +1

    I think this is exactly the piece I need for a cosplay. I just need to decide on fabric

  • @canucknancy4257
    @canucknancy4257 3 роки тому +9

    That wool is just lovely and that hood is amazing. Can't wait to make my very own (Nov 1...got it). Thanks so much again for sharing your wonderful company and projects with us. I'm sorry you are allergic to Texas. Take care.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +3

      Right? I bought it just for this!

    • @lajoyous1568
      @lajoyous1568 3 роки тому +2

      I agree. That wool is stunning 😍

    • @narelleworks8448
      @narelleworks8448 3 роки тому +3

      Just noticed the colours in the wool too. Now I understand the buttons and how they match. Beautiful!

  • @grumpysphinx4911
    @grumpysphinx4911 2 роки тому +1

    Loved how the hood turned out, the rainbow buttons are so cute! Also I like how you included the detail of putting together the printed pattern, I've been avoiding downloading PDF ones bc they seemed intimidating to me but now I feel better about giving them a try.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому

      They are easier than they look!

  • @hannahgreen681
    @hannahgreen681 3 роки тому +3

    It is so good to see you here again! The music you had for making the buttons reminded me of FireFly. It was so nice. The hood turned out so well too.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      Thank you, it’s so good to be back!

  • @emilia.s
    @emilia.s 3 роки тому +5

    I need to get this sewing pattern! I've wanted to make one of these for over a year now. I don't feel confident enough to do much sewing without a pattern yet. So this is great. 😄 Fall means Masala Chai for me. Your blend sounds interesting though. I might have to try it.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +3

      Masala Chai is a cool weather drink for me too!

  • @believeinfaeries8713
    @believeinfaeries8713 3 роки тому +6

    Oooo! I love the fabric! In the far shots I couldn’t tell that the fabric was also rainbow. I also enjoyed the music selection for this video.
    And, wow do I feel ya with the sneezing and accusatory “Texas!” because, same. The last few fronts have killed me and my sinuses.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      Between the mold and the ragweed amirite?!

  • @fannyduvillage
    @fannyduvillage 3 роки тому +1

    Well seems to me that I need a london hood in my near future...
    I love the rainbow buttons!

  • @AModNamedMel
    @AModNamedMel 3 роки тому +3

    Don't mind me, just quietly adding this to my sewing pile...

  • @stevezytveld6585
    @stevezytveld6585 3 роки тому +2

    THANK YOU - that painters tape hack is Brilliant!
    Happy Coming Out Day, Kiddo. That hood is, like, you know, everything.
    - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      Right? Maggie is a genius!

    • @stevezytveld6585
      @stevezytveld6585 3 роки тому +1

      @@OpusElenae I think I just accidently thought of a way to adapt my locks (they're around 6 years old) to fit into a London Hood. Thank you
      Uh... how to describe - the pipe can start at a dart of some sort at the crown of the head (the flat bit). The pipe is one sided - basically a u-shape that can wrap around the hair. At the nape of the neck have a strap that can be wrapped around allot of hair (close it with a slip knot). Have the option of more ties along the length of the u-shaped pipe.
      Ghah. YT Overlords - if you're going to algorithm the conversations could you hurry up with some sort of sketchbook function. Although that would be a whole different can of internet worms to open...

  • @jackiejames4551
    @jackiejames4551 3 роки тому +3

    I enjoyed this video so much, I went and watched it again. Love the sewing sequences and the music. Thank you.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      Oh gosh, that’s super sweet! I’m glad.

  • @christenagervais7303
    @christenagervais7303 3 роки тому +5

    Absolutely love the wool you chose!

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      I have been saving it just for this!

  • @katienewell7350
    @katienewell7350 3 роки тому +3

    The hood looks so cute! I LOVE your hair and cap in the reveal!

  • @migoseamwork1481
    @migoseamwork1481 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my word!!! this is fantastic!

  • @TheGardenKitten
    @TheGardenKitten 3 роки тому +1

    Oh my gosh this is wonderful. I can hardly wait for the pattern to come out! I will definitely be getting your lovely pattern, I so want to make this for myself. Thank you❤

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      I can’t wait to see what you do with it!

  • @gozer87
    @gozer87 3 роки тому +1

    Thanks for showing the button how to, I'm making a Kislev warrior coat for LARP and I didn't want to use hard buttons to close it. Love the hood, too.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      These buttons should be safer for combat than metal ones.

  • @pmclaughlin4111
    @pmclaughlin4111 3 роки тому +15

    I "found" you due to your London Hood video a while back and since then, I have been ruminating on making a hood-despite my vow not to go down the historical costuming rabbit hole...I just think it would be pretty good for shoveling snow while it is still snowing...Scarves can shift and gap at the back of the neck...Plus they way you wore it open as a shaped shawl-wonderful
    However, I do have one complaint-not enough Bran
    Ever think of just releasing a gratuitous video of just him helping on various projects?

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +12

      I have actually! I think I might release it as a year end video.
      Also, agree, during the winder storm I wore my hood instead of a hat and scarf because it was so much more convenient.

  • @annawalsh9379
    @annawalsh9379 3 роки тому +1

    I really love your chanel! This hood is magical. Dioloch yn Fawr.

  • @Cryptid_Crow
    @Cryptid_Crow 3 роки тому +1

    Absolutely stunning!! Excellent work! Thank you for always being inclusive and awesome!!

  • @Lindorm1
    @Lindorm1 Рік тому

    I’m in love with this hood! Stumbled over your channel recently and love it too. Thank you for your safe space.

  • @zoes_story
    @zoes_story Рік тому

    When Mercury was in gatroade 😂 I love your descriptions of things so much

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  Рік тому +1

      I wish I could take credit for it!

  • @quicksilvertears921
    @quicksilvertears921 3 роки тому

    This turned out beautifully. Thank you for creating interesting content with lots of love.

  • @SnappyDragon
    @SnappyDragon 3 роки тому +3

    So I have this reflector I'm not using . . .

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      Hilariously I do have a second one, he just ends up curled up on this bigger one which is Just His Size.

  • @medievalcontent6193
    @medievalcontent6193 3 роки тому +2

    Another great video. Always inspiring and well spoken. That fabric is beautiful.

  • @suzannecooke2055
    @suzannecooke2055 2 роки тому

    Button spacing hint: Place the MUST HAVE buttons - usually top and bottom. Fold the remaining button edge in half and mark the place. Fold the remaining halves again in half, marking the spots. You now have 5 button placements. Continue halving and marking the edge between buttons until you have all required button placings marked. Voila - perfectly spaced buttons, no math, no measuring.

  • @blaudrossel
    @blaudrossel 2 роки тому

    I love the music on this video. Very relaxing

  • @charlieharley616
    @charlieharley616 3 роки тому +1

    That is glorious! Congratulations! [And I will be stealing "Mercury in Gatorade"]

  • @ismiregalichkochdasjetztso3232
    @ismiregalichkochdasjetztso3232 10 місяців тому

    This is a very appreciated level of gay. Also, fabulous hood!

  • @lisaharmon5619
    @lisaharmon5619 3 роки тому +1

    I work outside. I need to make one (maybe 2-3).

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      I am up to…. Five now? One is just linen and suitable for warmer weather.

  • @toadhalltea122
    @toadhalltea122 3 роки тому +3

    I’m still such a gayby that I automatically think anything rainbow is extra adorable, but this turned out super cute!! I really REALLY don’t need another era to get into, but I might need a hood anyway just for fun… 💖💜💙

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      I prefer them to scarves and hats for winter, tbh; I just leave off the liripipe.

  • @Rocdag
    @Rocdag Місяць тому

    It’s beautiful

  • @etainne2001
    @etainne2001 3 роки тому +1

    superb!

  • @pippaseaspirit4415
    @pippaseaspirit4415 Рік тому

    I truly love this hood ❤

  • @booksatthebottomofthestair8446
    @booksatthebottomofthestair8446 3 роки тому

    So nicely sewn.

  • @MaridithSmith
    @MaridithSmith 3 роки тому +1

    So glad your computer was under warranty!

  • @catherinejustcatherine1778
    @catherinejustcatherine1778 3 роки тому +2

    Hemming the penultimate washrag, whilst finishing viewing, and sipping chocolate pomegranate milk & oolong milk tea

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      Um those sound AMAZING

    • @catherinejustcatherine1778
      @catherinejustcatherine1778 3 роки тому

      @@OpusElenae they are
      Do you have pomegranate molasses? (In several different ethnic stores, and whole foods)
      I mix one part that
      &
      One part sifted cocoa powder
      Into a paste
      Dilute with one part milk of your choice
      Stir completely
      Taste
      Gradually add more milk to dilute to the consistency you like
      Oolong tea is whole leaves in rough balls, almost like jasmine pearls, from a fancy tea shop in a local "Chinatown", loose tea in big jars like an apothecary

  • @joiadevita
    @joiadevita 3 роки тому

    It's so gay and so wonderful! Missed your uploads. I'm happy you're back. :)

  • @Nature_Quixote
    @Nature_Quixote Рік тому

    you have a good sense of humor 😃😄

  • @lornapenn-chester6867
    @lornapenn-chester6867 2 роки тому

    Really loved this vid as well.. except for the loud music. I kept having to turn the music down then the voice up! But super work. So much fun. 👏👏👏

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому +1

      UA-cam sometimes makes the sound levels weird; sorry about that

  • @kieraoona
    @kieraoona 3 роки тому +1

    the fashion fabric looks like fun! Do you recall where you got it from?

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      I do, it was a find on FabricMart Fabrics about a year ago, so it won’t be there any more since they deal in dead stock and small runs.

  • @promiscuous5761
    @promiscuous5761 2 роки тому

    Thank you.

  • @suzannecooke2055
    @suzannecooke2055 2 роки тому +1

    In your pattern you specify a 1/2 inch seam allowance. Is that INCLUDED or ADDED?

  • @jirup
    @jirup 3 роки тому +2

    Great hood! How much 22inch wide fabric would you suggest is needed for this hood. It's 22inch wide, because I'll be weaving it while I wait for the pattern to be released and that's how wide my woven wools tend to end up after wet finishing.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      Hm, I’m at my partners this week; let me lay it out when I get home on my cutting mat and I’ll get back to you

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      I'm so sorry it took me this long to get back to you! The Large size would take 3 yd of 22" wide fashion fabric and 2.5 yd of lining fabric. The small and medium sized would take less, but I figured I'd let you know the maximum yardage necessary.

  • @narelleworks8448
    @narelleworks8448 3 роки тому +1

    Texas please be kind to the fair maiden. Opus Elenae your work is fabulous and enjoyed by us mere mortals. 💛💚

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      You’re so sweet! I’m definitely just as mortal as you

  • @DanielleStJohn
    @DanielleStJohn 3 роки тому

    "Uuuuuugggghhhhh Texas!!" same

  • @annaj1056
    @annaj1056 3 роки тому +2

    Fantastic! Every time I make a pattern for a hood it looks hugenormous (it kind of is) and then cutting anxiety, and never get around to making my project. I need to do this style and stop trying for a pull over the head one ;)
    eta: How much fabric does your pattern take? :D

  • @rociocacerescastillo6170
    @rociocacerescastillo6170 2 роки тому

    Donde están las medidas del modelo? Quiero hacerlo para mí 🤗😍🌿🧚‍♂️🐦

  • @bungalolovers
    @bungalolovers 3 роки тому +7

    Why, o why, aren’t hoods a thing? Isn’t that the most practical accessory for most of the temperate world?

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      I don’t know! I wear them all winter.

    • @gozer87
      @gozer87 3 роки тому +1

      I know, right? I look at later periods and wonder, why no hood?

  • @suzannecooke2055
    @suzannecooke2055 2 роки тому

    I know you pointed out that the seams are felled. Is the seam joining the lining to the outer fabric also felled? If so - in which direction?
    I am SO enjoying hand sewing this hood! I am using a lightweight wool in Saxon Blue (green/grey) lined in black linen all from Burnley and Trowbridge. Sumptuous fabric for hand sewing.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому

      I didn’t fell the joining seam, mostly because that isn’t going to have a ton of stress on it. I’m glad you’re enjoying it; if you post it to social media tag me!

  • @augustwogsland3309
    @augustwogsland3309 2 роки тому

    I love the rainbow buttons!! Does it work as a hat when all buttoned up? Because that would be fun to see. XD

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому +1

      Yup, you can see me wearing it as a chaperon-style hat in the reveal!

    • @augustwogsland3309
      @augustwogsland3309 2 роки тому

      @@OpusElenae oh I must have missed it. Gotta watch again lol.

  • @cadileigh9948
    @cadileigh9948 3 роки тому +3

    Well Mercury is retrograde untill 19th October and with the recent Mars, Mercury, Sun conjunction last week and the trine with Jupiter in Aquarius expanding the energy for the next few weeks do take care. Even when they get into Scorpio I don't see this as all over. Energy wants to be busy and if we don't look for a way to use it makes mischeif. As it is all Air energy use it to overturn outdated concepts. Bendithion Cadi

  • @katesoehnlen7075
    @katesoehnlen7075 3 роки тому

    Greetings! I have some questions about your cutting table. Do you like it? Is it large enough to handle big pieces of fabric? Is it worth the money? I told my husband that I wanted it instead of the other things on my wish list for Christmas, our wedding anniversary (41 years in January), and my birthday (February). Of course, he wanted to know what people thought about it. :-)
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful videos!
    Ailith the Kind

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому

      I love it! I live in a postage stamp of an apartment so it was really important for me to be able to fold it for storage. It’s 60”x31” so I CAN technically get a full width of I folded fabric on there but it’s not a long enough piece to cut a big project. If I’m working with fabric folded in calf it’s easier. That said I just let the extra hang off the side and that’s usually fine. If you have carpets highly recommend adding casters on the bottom they are a game changer. It’s incredibly sturdy (way more than the particle board and metal frame ones you can get at Joann). I am 5’10” so I wish it was about six inches taller because bending over it hurts my back but I solve that my taking breaks or sitting at a stool instead of standing. I would say… 9/10, A, would still buy again.

  • @GaraksApprentice
    @GaraksApprentice 3 роки тому +12

    I thought I didn't want to be bothered with making a million and one fabric buttons. Apparently I was wrong and now desperately require a rainbow-buttoned hood.

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      They go so much quicker than you would think

  • @evanherk
    @evanherk 4 місяці тому

    there are 2 kinds of people: those who have lost data because of not making backups on another harddisk, and those who are going to lose data because of this... MAKE REGULAR BACKUPS IF YOU'RE NOT WORKING IN THE CLOUD (In which case it has become someone else's responsibility).

  • @maryannhicks7829
    @maryannhicks7829 2 роки тому

    How do I get to your coffee site so I can purchase the pattern for the London Hood?

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  2 роки тому +1

      It’s located at kofi.com/opuselenae and there should be a link in my description boxes as well.

  • @rociocacerescastillo6170
    @rociocacerescastillo6170 2 роки тому

    Hermoso 👏👏👏👏👏👏🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷🌷

  • @ceruleanskies001
    @ceruleanskies001 3 роки тому

    Looks super cozy and quite gay. :)

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      It is both! ❤️🏳️‍🌈

  • @85theodora
    @85theodora 8 місяців тому

    My cat sleeps on my reflector too

  • @CharredFibers
    @CharredFibers 3 роки тому +3

    Gad Sund Heit

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +1

      TEXASSSSSS! **shakes fist at cedar trees**

    • @CharredFibers
      @CharredFibers 3 роки тому

      @@OpusElenae I'm heading to an event this weekend in Gilroy and not looking forward to the sneezing

    • @OpusElenae
      @OpusElenae  3 роки тому +2

      Good luck and many Claritin!

  • @josefinebrannlund7297
    @josefinebrannlund7297 3 роки тому

    🌈

  • @cynthiadugan858
    @cynthiadugan858 3 роки тому

    ❤️❤️❤️❣️

  • @Nessi-dances
    @Nessi-dances 3 роки тому

    *giggles* "Gay Ass Hood"TM *adds to 'to make' list* *giggles harder* Ace Ass Accessory!! *adds 10 things to 'to make' list*

  • @TheGrinbery
    @TheGrinbery 2 роки тому

    Great hood, very inspiring if I be honest.
    Also - could be gayer

  • @lynn858
    @lynn858 3 роки тому

    🏳️‍🌈