Launching My Own Sewing Pattern - Testing it & What Will it Look Like?
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- Опубліковано 10 чер 2023
- I can't believe I am actually typing this: it's official! I am launching a sewing pattern.
I don't yet have a name for the pattern, so if you have any name recommendations for such a timeless, feminine and chic sewing pattern, please do let me know! I would love to hear from you!
In this episode I will be sewing the pattern and showing you the first draft of the pattern I am hoping to launch in July.
Most likely mid to end July.
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The pattern is a slip dress, and my heart behind it, is that it will be something that you can wear for YEARS!
When I think about the sewing patterns that I want to launch two words come to mind. Timeless and Chic!
So I feel like this sewing pattern is hitting the nail on the head.
The pattern will be ready for testing soon, so if you'd love to be a tester, make sure to follow me on Instagram, as I will be putting more details on there.
I can't end this description without thanking all the fellow sewists on here for all of your support for my sewing content over the years! It's meant so much, and honestly, I feel like it's just the beginning!!!
This dress was made using satin fabric.
For this project I used a sewing machine, scissors, rotary cutter, cutting matt, clipping shears, seam ripper, iron and , pins.
Everything is filmed and edited by myself.
Hope you enjoy this Sewing Vlog❣️
About me: I’m Alexandra and I live in Oxfordshire together with my husband and our adorable daughter. I sew and make videos about it. I love creating and I want to share my progress of spending time with my craft, whether it’s sewing or other activities. I want to give you as much encouragement for your creativity and my hope is that you’ll find a lot of positivity on this channel. Lots of love, Alexandra - Розваги
1. I am hoping to launch the pattern in July (most likely mid-july).
2. I will be having a few people test the patterns, when it’s ready. I will put a call out on Instagram so follow me if you want to.
3. Thank you so much for all of the support on this channel!
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Omg friend I'm so so so excited for your little shop!!!!🎉 I can't wait to get patterns from you and yes I follow you on IG!❤😊
Just found you and love you already, your vulnerability, your honesty and your enthusiasm. You’re just what I need and everyone else watching as well. ❤
Ah I am so glad you’ve come across my channel! 💕 thank you for your very kind words! X
You have designed a lovely pattern. The neckline is very flattering. I have been looking for a slip dress pattern with wider straps for bra coverage. A small tip, because it is cut on the bias, would be to let the dress hang without hemming for 24 hours. Sometimes the hem can end up needing to be recut to make it even/straight. If you have a dressmakers hemming tool that can be helpful.
Congratulations Alexandra. What an amazing achievement in trying something new, chasing your dreams and stretching yourself out of your comfort zone. You have such a beautiful way of bringing us along and encouraging each of us to do the same for ourselves. I've watched your channel almost from day one its been so lovely to watch your growth through them all. Wishing you every success ❤
Yes, big, big scary things, but I agree, they stretch me out of my comfort zone, and in a good way!!! And wow! You're are one of the original ones, the first few that had faith in me!!! Thank you so much for all of your support over the years!!! XXX
Go Go Go Alexandra. Your dress is beautiful. You are very courageous to film this new adventure and letting us be part of it. Let go your creativity you are on a good wave. 🥰
You look gorgeous! The color and the fabric are just perfect for you and for this dress 😍
Thank you so much 🙂 I looooove the colour! XX
So much respect to you beautiful woman! You are 100% full of positive vibes. Congratulations! You make me proud. Much love to you.
Alexandra you are such an inspiration. I am also an newish mum (she's 2.5) and I'm constantly thinking of things I want to do, I want to sew my own clothes, no I watch people on UA-cam do it, I want to start a blog, no I read other people's, I want to get a degree, no mum guilt kicks in and I talk myself out of it and here you are constantly putting yourself out there, trying new things and if I could be a little more like you I would be xxx
Amy, I feel you! There's so many things I talk myself out of on a regular basis. Like at the beginning of the year I said I would launch a newsletter, so I can write more and I haven't yet done it! Pick the one thing that YOU REALLY REALLY are dying to get on with, and start with that! Sending love! Plus, you're doing the most amazing job, and that's being a mom, and we all know that THAT takes all the time and energy! X
That is so exciting! I would love to see your journey and steps you took during the process of making the pattern. Looking forward to you testers call!
congratulations and how beautiful that pattern is ,loving the neckline as well ,again congratulations and keep going 👏 ❤
Thank you so so much!!!!🥺🥺🥺🥺
It's so fun to design your own patterns! 👏 It's looking beautiful so and I hope it turns out how you had in mind!
It's looking so good ! I love it so much! Congrats! Yay 🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤❤❤
Ah thank you so much!!!! Xxx
You are such an inspiration!! Thank you for sharing your journey with us! Your positive energy is so contagious, like I’m so excited for you! Keep on going girl! ❤
Good Luck Alex. Inspirational, truly. Haters will only win if they are listened to and you are right to ignore them. I cannot believe how you have developed in your sewing journey in such a short time. I hope you are as proud of yourself as you should be and HURRAH for a slip dress that is bra friendly!
You are so inspiring and brave Alexandra! ❤ 😊 I wish you all the best with your projects ❤❤❤❤
Congratulations!! I've been watching your videos since I got into sewing a few years ago, and I'm very happy to see you venturing into making patterns!
Congratulations! That color and style looks great on you. I would love to sew that pattern.
It’s beautiful!! You did a great job and you’re the sweetest!! Proud of you!!
So happy for you for going after your dreams! I loveee that the dress is bra-friendly; I always feel more comfy and secure when I'm able to wear one, and this dress is so elegant and hides it so perfectly. Already thinking about making one in linen or cotton with a waist tie for a more casual look 😍
I love love love this! Thank you for being honest and inspiring and vulnerable and creative, and sharing who you are! I'm just getting started with a sewing business so this is very encouraging :) So excited for your new pattern, it's beautiful and timeless!
Already looking for fabric to be ready when the pattern comes out!
Oh wow this is so exciting! I’m so excited for you!!! Your energy is so contagious.
I’m so glad that you’re pushing past your comfort zone to do this, its such a scary thing to do but it’s so amazing you are saying screw you to your self doubt and doing it anyway.
This pattern looks S.T.U.N.N.I.N.G and I really appreciate you’re looking out for us boob ravaged mums, after 2 kids gravity has turned against me 😂
I also really get the ugh of a baby pooch, my oldest is 4, my youngest is 2.5 and no matter what I do and how much weight I loose, there’s no getting rid of that little floop of tummy that’s always hanging around. Since having kids high waisted anything are my friends ❤❤❤
Excited for you xx
Congratulations!! Love the first try! Looking forward to se the final one! 🥰
Thank you so much Johanna!!!! Me too!
How exciting! Loved your energy and excitement. Kudos to you for going for it!
That looks great! Your pattern is going to be amazing! You got this!
You go girl! 🎉🎉don’t let anyone discourage you! Let the negative comments make you stronger to want to succeed!! ❤ I love anything cut on bias! It’s so flattering on any shape. I hope I can be a tester for you! 😍I sew A lot of my dresses on the bias. I’m rooting for you! 😅
Haha! I had to delete a few, but so far most of them have been incredibly kind and supportive! Like yours! Yes, bias is great, flows so lovely on the body!!! Follow me on Instagram as I will be posting more about testing on there! X
This is super exciting. Congratulations🎉
You got what it takes❤
This is so exciting! Congratulations on your new business venture!!!!🥳🥳🥳🥳🥳
It's scary but it will be worth it. I cannot wait to see what the future holds for you! Keep up the amazing work!!!
Ah thank you MJ! It is so scary but so exciting like you say!!!! Sending you so much love, thank you for all of the support you've shown me and my channel!!! XXX
Really beautiful. Congratulations
Congratulations Alexa❤ long way to go girl😊😊
Well-done. I love it! Love your attitude and that you told the haters:"Don't come here, I have no time for you!" 😂 Fantastic pattern and fantastic attitude too! x
Haha! 100%, I am not interesting in hosting people's negativity on my channel for free! Thank you so much for being here and for your support! X
What an amazing project! I'm excited to see the final version. It would be awesome to see a final sew along video as I always love seeing you work. Way to push yourself into the exciting unknown❤
You are very inspiring! I'm a collar and 2 cuffs away from finishing a shirt I've been working on and I've been taking a month long break 😅
We can all finish those projects!
Thank you so much! And well done on finishing A SHIRT!!! That's work, no joke. Yes, the pattern will have a sew along / tutorial on here for sure! I so appreciate your encouraging words and support! Sending love! X
Yay! !! Congratulations Alexandra ..xxx
Thank you Sharon! X
GORGEOUS! I am so excited for this step in your journey! your energy and passion are so infectious, and your hard work truly shines through. can't wait to celebrate it when you've released the pattern :)
So exicted for you!!! Congratulations!!! Love love love! ❤
Thank you so so so much!!!!! XXX
So exciting for you Alexandra!! 🤩 Congratulations! And good luck! 🍾🥂🙌🏻
Thank you so much!!! XXX
I'm soooo excited for you and for this pattern! I always appreciate your enthusiasm and vulnerability for life and new adventures. Thank you for sharing it with us. Can't wait to see what comes.
Thank you Elizabeth!!!! Sending so much love! Appreciate you being here and your lovely and kind words! X
atta girl!:) so excited for you and for this new adventure!🎉👗
Thank you so muchhhhhh!!! xxx
CONGRATULATIONS to YOU! ALL THE BEST!!
Thank you so so much!!! X
I'm so proud of you! I feel like we're friends and I wanna hug you and throw a party for you. This makes me feel like I could make a sewing pattern one day! The dress is BEAUTIFUL!! And you look INCREDIBLE in it!!! Also, I too have a mommy tummy that I kind of wish would go away... But you look gorgeous in that dress!
Honestly, the fact that a stranger would want to throw me a party is just beyond me, I don't know how to process it, beside, just pure kindness and love! Thank you, you kind human!!! I would 100% love that hug!!!! Yes, you can 100% do it! 1 Step AT a TIME!!!! Sending you and your lovely mommy tummy who nurtured a human or more? the most sincere gratitude and a big old hug!!!! XXXX
At last! We’ve been waiting! Congratulations 🎉 🎉
Thank you Joanna! Honestly, I thought no one paid attention to that little announcement, so this is great!! it means so much!!! XX
This is so great! The dress is already beautiful, can´t wait to see how the pattern turns out.
Thank you Melanie, yes I believe it's so great already, can't wait for the final version! x
Congrats 🎉! Love it ❤
Thank you Luce!!!!
I'm so excited for you! This is your year!
Thank you!!! So much!!! I really want to believe that!!! X
Congratulations🎉👏
Thank you so much Evangeline! X
Congratulations 🎉 you deserve it !!.😊
Thank you- that's so kind!!! XXX
Congratulations this dress is beautiful ❤
Thank you so so much!!! XX
It looks gorgeous! I love how honest you are about your insecurities with this. This is also something I've wanted to start, but I've been afraid. You are so inspiring, thank you!
Love it.
Thank you so much! X
You go girl!
Thank you so much Rosaria! XXXX
Beautiful job on the dress!! With you attitude you are going to go far!! Enjoy the journey!!
Thank you for believing in me! Means the world! X
You inspire!!!!!
This is so kind! Thank youuuuuuuu so much! X
This is amazing! Love the dress and can’t wait to buy them. Congratulations ✂️🎉xx
🎉 This makes me so happy! THANK You so much for wanting to buy it!!! Sending love! X
Augh the realities of being a mom and the boob issues lol i felt that!
Also again thank you for the comforting encouraging ❤ you're more inspirational than you know, sis.
Haha! It's real life isn't it?!! I am very encouraged to hear I am not the only one! Thank you for being here and for such such kind words! X
This is amazing!!! So excited for you and yes to all the bra friendly dresses because mamas need all the support they can get! This would make for a cute blouse option also🤩.
Yes it would make such a cute top or even a cute mini dress! the options are endless! X
You go girl!!! The dress is beautiful and you are beautiful. You deserve to dream and chase that dream. I’m cheering you on!
Thank you so much Beth!!! So kind, and I appreciate your lovely, lovely words! X
This is amazing! Great job the dress is adorable. Keep us posted on your journey. Be proud you are an entrepreneur of something creative. You did this!
Thank you so much!!! I will try and keep people who care like you updated on the process and the journey! I never thought of it like that, you put a wonderful spin on it, and I will treasure it in my heart - be proud you are an entrepreneur of something creative! What a thought! THANK YOU for such a gift! X
Well done you. Your dress looks beautiful. 👌💕
Thank you so much 😊
I’m so excited for you!! I would love to make that dress 😍😍
Thank you Sanna! Of course you want to make this dress, you're so kind and supportive! Once it's finished I have a feeling it's going to fly over to you XXX
I LOVE!!
Thank you so much! X
Congrats! The dress is beautiful! It's such an amazing feeling going from concept to real dress!
Thank you so much! Yes, I feel like that was the best feeling! Holding in my hands something that was once just in my heart and mind! X
Good stuff girlfriend! So happy for you and your small new beginnings 💛
Thank you so much!! XXX
So happy to see you so excited with so much we all need more of that, thank you for that reminder. Best of luck with the launching of the pattern, so happy to see you growing your skills and style. You definitely deserve it, as always I admire your vibes. Hoping you have a wonderful week ahead.
Thank you so much for all of the support!!! I notice your comments, on here! they are always so lovely and kind! Thank you! X
@@AlexandraBurnett awww, always glad to support you, your channel is just what I was looking for.
This is such fantastic news Alexandra ! You are an inspiration and it's so motivating that you encourage others to have a go too. I have so many projects that I haven't begun yet. It's so frustrating and irritating to worry so much about getting it wrong!
Many congratulations, I wish you all the success in the world with your new adventure. "just do it anyway", this should be my motto too.
Thank you so much for sharing, you are awesome 🙏💖👍
Thank you Dannie, for such kind words! I so appreciate you! The best tip I have for projects that you haven't yet began, is to start! See what happens! Sending lots of love XX
Alexandra! You've done something wonderful! You're an entrepreneur now. ❤❤❤ Iris
Thank you so so much! You're so kind, and I guess you're right! What a fun adventure! Sending lots of love XX
sooooo awesome :) very cool. if you can, please show some of the behind the scenes designing the pattern with your friend! very inspiring :)
Ah thank you Tessa! Yes, I will try and capture more of this "part of the process" content! X
Wishing you all the luck and good for you for following your dreams!! I advise start ups and small businesses and love the passion and courage everyone has to do so! Kudos to you!!
Thank you Jouls!!! What a fascinating career!!! I would absolutely know what your best tip for someone who is starting a small business is!!! If you're up for sharing of course!X
Yoo sis goo always love you being your true self❤❤❤❤
Thank you so so much!!!!
So wonderful
Thank you so much! X
Oh what a beautiful dress. I love it! Yes after 2 babies my body doesn’t look the same but I do love myself for what I achieved in my daily work weather cooking, gardening or cleaning the house. Sewing has been a new hobby for me and I am excited learning new project and grateful for your teaching. You already inspired so many people and I am sure you will succeed in all things you do. Congratulations!
I am so happy to hear!!!! It's nice to know I am not the only one who thinks that haha! Congratulations on your two children! What an achievement! Thank you for your kind wishes and words and I wish you all the best on your sewing journey!!! XXX
Wooooooow this is the best birthday gift for me iam so happy for you and soo proud of you😍😍😍💜💜💜💜
Haha! Happy birthday to you!!!!
@@AlexandraBurnett thaaanks love 💓💓💓
Oooh congrats! Please please do a wide size range because it would be awesome to see all sorts of people in your design!! ❤🎉
Yes, that's the plan!!!!
Congrats on your pattern! And dont worry I'm 35, didn't ever have a baby but still have the pandemic belly lol
Haha! To be honest I also had a pandemic belly before getting pregnant haha! It was ALL the bread and pasta I was eating! hahah! X
This is SO amazing! And I will be so excited to see your launch day! You have all the reasons in the world to be excited! The pants you were wearing in the start of the video are absolutely fabulous, I love them. I am about to start working on some similar, but I will be honest and say the zipper part scares me, but I am going to forget about it, until I need to do it. Else I won't start >.
Thank you so much Louise! I love those trousers so much, they were intimidating me so much when I first started working on them, but eventually I did it, and yes the zipper part was the scary part for me too! But honestly, if I did it, you can do it too!!! All the best! XXX
Sooo looking forward to the launch because my girls also need support after feeding my baby 😂. I look at slips and get discouraged because I need to wear something inside so this is sooo exciting. Congratulations and can’t wait ❤❤❤
Hello fellow friend in need of boobie support! Haha! I got you! Yes, that's exactly how I feel about slip dresses and that was my heart behind this dress, so I am so excited it's being well received!!! Thank you so much! Sending love! X
you go girlll
Thank you so much Letizia!!!! XXX
Amazing! I can totally understand you feeling nervous, but I have to say that I think it will be a hit once you start selling it! I'm so impressed with your courage of just going for it! =)
I love how much you believe in me and you believe in this! I am floored! Thank you! It means so much! X
Congratulations!! And also- take my money, now! Can I pre-order?? You are fantastic 🤗
Haha! I will gladly take it! haha! Only half joking, but seriously thank you so much for all of your support Celeste! x
Să știi că sigurul lucru care ți vine mai bine decât rochița asta minunată este zâmbetul tău molipsitor! Dă i 'nainte că faci bine ce faci! Eu învăț tare multe de la tine și pentru că ai un vibe așa de fain, mă întorc cu drag pe canalul tău.
Succes și voie bună!🎉🎉🎉
Buna fellow Romanian friend!!! Ce cuvinte frumoase și calde!!! Mulțumesc mult de tot! Pentru incurajament și pentru ca ești aici! Te salut și iti trimit iubire! X
This is really great. Very chic. I definitely feel some parisian vibes. And what about this colour on you? 😮Love everything about it and of course your excitement 🎉
Ah thank you so much You're so so kind! . It's when I was looking at inspiration for my French inspired style, that I came across lots of slip dresses and I said to myself this is it! A slip dress! AND yes! Purple is such a great colour!!!
I want to buy it , don't be scare just enjoy it
Thank you Daina! For wanting to buy it!!! It means so much! X
beautiful post
Thank you so much! XXX
@@AlexandraBurnett welcome
ALEXANDRA!!!!!!! I couldn't be happier for you if I tried. Your dress looks STUNNING 😍
I cannot wait to buy your dress pattern. I absolutely need a dress like this in my wardrobe. Something I can wear a bra with after breast feeding. You're such a genius ❤️
What an exciting process. I can't wait to see the finished pattern! ❤
Wishing you every success with it beautiful lady xxxxxxx
Demi thank you!!! Yes, I am so excited that you like it and also, I am so excited that it is bra friendly!!!! I can't wait to finish the pattern too haha! Thank you for your lovely support! You're a wonderful encouragement to my little soul!!!
I don't yet have a name for this pattern so if you have a name that's feminine, chic and timeless please let me know! :) X
The Emma dress pattern 🥰
Do you have a nickname?? It would be cute to name the dress after you since it’s your first ever pattern!
@@rachaelerin1 That's such a great idea. My nickname is Sandy! Thank you! I will strongly consider this!!! x
@@rosey_ie I love Emma! such a pretty name!!! Thank you!
I personally love the nickname idea of @rachaelerin1. You seem to have put a lot of yourself in this project (concept and business). So it would be a great reference to yourself, your work and your hopes with this first pattern
So cute!!!! I love that fabric, can you share where you got it from? I would love to be a tester too!!!
Thank you so much! I got it a year ago, it was gifted to me by a fabric shop called Rainbow Fabrics here in the UK!!! Yes, follow me on Instagram (if you are not there already) as I will post more details about it there!!! Thank you!!!!
I am so happy you are making a bra friendly slip dress! This will be great for us big chested gals that don’t like wearing strapless bras. Will this be a digital pattern? I would like to order one. 😊
Yes, that was the main big thing for me, I wanted a slip dress for us ladies who need/want/prefer to wear a bra with straps! Yes, it will be a digital pattern for sure! XXX
This is so exciting I am rooting for you!! Is the pattern cut on the bias? ❤❤
Thank you so so much! Yes, at the moment it is, although we're encountering some difficulties with it, so we're problem-shooting!!! xxx
@@AlexandraBurnett I've never made a dress on the bias but I've seen you have to let it hang overnight before hemming. Wish you all the best and I will be purchasing this pattern 💓
He, it already looks great❤, Don t you worry about your belly, it is good looking over there👌
That is a beautiful dress! So understated sexy. I think it's a winner for sure.
I feel the same way! Thank youuuuu! X
I nursed for five years straight! I totally understand the need for boob support! Lol 😂😂😂
6:10 I go for body neutrality. I don't need to be toxically positive but also I need to be kind to my body and kind to myself. We grew humans! Our stretch marks and our pooch are testimony to our hard work.
7:02 this is so exciting and if you do get negative comments and delete them straight away and acknowledge that you are doing some thing that someone else isn't doing. It's so easy to criticize other people when you're not actually doing the thing.
IT'S SO PRETTY!!!! ❤❤❤
Well done on the nursing! It's such a commitment isn't it!!!! I applaud your friend!!! XX
Yes, I agree with this!! I sometimes rub my belly and just remind me of what it did for me!!!
I know how to make patterns......