Making a Charles Worth Peacock Gown | Part Two
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The video about making the underskirt: • Making a Charles Worth...
Thames & Hudson "The House of Worth" : thamesandhudso...
THANK YOU to the publisher for allowing me to show the fashion plate and corresponding page within this video!
The velvet fabric was from Chic Fabrics in NYC
The cotton organdy is from Vogue Fabrics
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The peacock feathers from the seller, American Feathers, are listed as being naturally molted and cruelty free. I haven't investigated that claim further - but I do have fond memories of collecting shed peacock feathers in fields at a zoo when I was younger. So I know it is possible!
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My name is Angela Clayton, I’m a twenty two year old self taught designer and seamstress who is currently living on Long Island, in NY.
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The quote for this whole dress-making vlogs: "it's easier said than done."
I can’t wait to see this finished. I’d love to see it modeled in a Charles Worth retrospective event. It would be amazing to see it modeled with Cathy Hay’s India peacock dress once it’s finished. That kind of event would be a spectacular fundraiser for a worthy organization.
Cathy Hays gown is a Worth gown as well.
Peggy Riordan I think she knows that
But cathy hay is also a much older and established professional corset maker and writer. This is a young person still living in her parents house. I shuder to think how many hundreds of dolars those peacock feathers cost. That silk velvet is also about $50 a yard and she has about 4 yards there. Even using the cheap lining this dress is easily over a thousand dollars just for materials. Maybe one day Angela can afford silk or polished cotton for the lining.
@@amberbaker4842, people like to be snobby and ignore that. I think Angela might be all of 22 years old. Cathy is easily twice her age and probably has been sewing longer than Angela has been alive. I’m sure she also has quite the professional portfolio where dressmaking/costume making is concerned.
@Dancingonair, Cathy is easily twice Angela’s age and has probably been sewing professionally for longer than Angela has been alive! Angela is 22 or 23 and still lives in her parents’ home. THEREIN lies the difference.
I cannot believe how much patience you have. I would have lost my mind/screamed/cried/killed someone with the struggles you had lining the skirt. Amazing work, as usual.
I imagine that after all this work you'd be glad to sew something "simple" like a 1960-s style dress or skirt.
I have a pile of vintage patterns to sew my way through in the coming weeks and I'm so excited lol! I think everything will feel easy after my recent few projects.
#boxwitharmholes
This dress!! Are you kidding me?? It's something out of a little girl's dream! I couldn't stop looking @33:48 >>> the peacock feathers!! Love! Love! Love it! Amazing job Angela!
My mom loves peacock feathers but hates sewing but I'm still going to make her sit through this video because she will want one.
I really love how the iridescent of the mesh overlay creats a aurora borealis effect on the sky part of the dress, even though it's not in the fashion plate. Seems so fitting!
You and Bernadette should do a collaboration! (Obviously when this plague ends). You both live in NY,too!
Dose she or was That a big trip (European perspective)?
Regardless of distance I think them doing a collaboration would be awesome.
It would be amazing
That would be interesting! While they both make vintage inspired garments they have different styles/eras and work in different ways which would make for a great contrast between their videos and whatever they make
Omg yes!!
What happens to all your gowns and creations after you finish? Do you have a Mrs. Masel room closet filled with clothing racks? If I were you I would lounge around in a different masterpiece each night.
Please make the rest of the dress! The fact you looked at a picture of the dress and then recreated it in such lush fabrics has impressed me beyond belief!
I love how your nails match the peacock feathers! Well done Angela! You are amazing :)
her nails almost always match the garments/pieces she's working on. somehow, lol. this is an art in itself ;p
You inspired me to actually make the dress of my dreams, a period accurate Tudor court gown. I’m hand sewing it, and I’ve made so many mistakes (velvet is truly the devil) and I know that I won’t be 100% happy with it, but it’s my first try with this type of gown and I’m relatively new to intensive sewing like this, but I’m learning and I want to thank you!
Loving all of the Gwen content! Such a good girl, she even wanted to help.
Angela, the full finished skirt is absolutely killer. The over skirt is exceptional. The dark green velvet is beautiful and I think the shiny gold fabric was a great choice for the lining. I can't imagine it being anything else. The under skirt is painted wonderfully and the iridescent overlay is so pretty. The skirt looks fantastic and I can't wait to see the finished gown. It already looks like something the Greek goddess Hera would wear.
The shaft is more commonly called a spine. Just so that you know. Also this train is gorgeous! Im gonna replicate a Worth gown myself and this is a big inspiration for my own dress.
Alaska Cosplay I’ve only ever come across it referred to as a shaft
Angela, if I thought your iridescence beetle wing project was the tops, this project takes the cake. Not just for working with the velvet but dealing with the Lamé fabric. Made a little dress with those fabrics for my 2 yr old daughter 25 years ago and said never again. The 2-T size was miniscule compared to yours so I commend you on the construction process.
10/10 sewing AND dog content
That fabric looks incredibly frustrating, yet you still managed to get such a good result. I can't wait to see the rest of this dress!
Thank you for noticing me 🥺♥️
"Awesome in a Lame but Helpful Way." I feel like Angela just wrote my Eulogy with that one. No ridged shafts screwing, none! Not allowed!
OMG girl! Cutting through the velvet with pinking shears, that has to be a BEAST. Sewing velvet, sewing lamé, those are hard to handle with a sewing machine. You remind me of when I started sewing as a teenager and blissfully took on projects that were beyond my skill level. That's how you learn.
I think it's stunning! It has a reslly dreamy quality. I can't wait to see the bodice done!
You musta taken a HUGE breath the first time you put a blob of glue onto that expensively gorgeous silk velvet...😁
Coincidentally, how the heck DO you store all these huge dresses?
If you ever need to make something look "icy" for Winter, this type of netting is AMAZING. Use it as a simple overlay and it disappears into the fabric, making it look like cracked ice.
This seems even more fun when I know it is in contrast with sewing hundreds of masks. I am so glad you get to create and share such a dreamy piece with us.
That skirt is a thing of wonder. Despite the hiccups, it's truly beautiful.
Man, I love the overskirt and the underskirt, but I find Worth's decision to combine the two very strange. Maybe I'll change my mind when I see your reproduction finished and in motion!
Could be his client's choice at the time.
Or the fabric that was produced at the time. When velvet wasn't synthetic and while I have no idea what was used for the white fabric, it could be taffeta which is sturdy to paint on it.
On the last video i saw someone suggest that it might be a Hera costume. The peacock was her animal, and she's also associated with fertility and queen of the gods (hence the cherubs).
Emma Jenkins that actually makes so much sense!
This dress is already so gorgeous *-* I'm totally in love with the peacock and velvet part !
I forgot about your dog, so when you said "Gwen" I jumped about a foot in the air 😂😂 The dress is so pretty. That velvet may be a pain but it shimmers so nicely
Angela, what if you soaked the feathers shaft and pierced a hole through it from which you can sew the feathers? Soaking it makes the queratine in the feathers softer. When my birds are molting I have to spray them with water to help the new feathers come out of the queratin case they grow in. Also peacock feathers are HUGE some grow up to a meter, these are probably from the shortest part of the tail or have been cut
Fine silk velvet is the very devil to work with! It requires unlimited amounts of courage, perseverance and patience. Well done! This was an awesome project to take on and make look so great.
I think this dress can be described as “weirdly beautiful” 🤔🤔
At least I think, I am still conflicted as to how I feel about it. It is just a weird combination of concepts and materials but it also kind of works🤔
I think this is so amazing! I'm tempted to tell you how talented I think you are... But I think that talent implies that something comes easy and naturally, where as skill is the result of hard work learned from experiences over time... I think you have amazing skill and talent, and thank you for sharing it with us!
Wow, thank you so much! That is really sweet of you to say, and means a lot. :)
You're welcome!
I would love to see that peacock over skirt on a matching gown. Something shimmering and dark green with jewel tone accents maybe? I think this dress is cool but to me personally the combo of peacock and blue sky doesn’t make sense. Maybe it’ll make more sense when it’s finished
You would have to ask the woman who originally commissioned this dress from the house of worth as to why she wanted peacock feathers , blue sky and naked angel babies with their butts
Fancy dress or costume parties in that era often had a theme. Maybe when the gown is complete, we will have a better idea of what theme the client was trying to fit. 🤔
Some have suggested that this might be a Hera costume
I yelled NOOOOO when you put glue on silk velvet, you're so brave!!!
Angela, I have watched your videos for a long time now. You are extremely talented. Every time you doubt yourself, remember that you are always stepping outside your comfort zone and trying something new. And you always leave me in awe of your skill.
The whole ordeal seems so complicated and tedious and boring but your lively voice shows how passionate you are. You made constructing complicated garments so exciting and rewarding i adore your critical thinking as well! Great job Angela!
Have you thought of painting the shafts of the feathers with some sparkly green nail polish to tone down their whiteness? Only if it's a visual bother though! They might not show up as much in person as the flash photos may be making them show more.
I was about to comment something similar! I think the white of the quills on the longer feathers stands out too much against the dark green velvet. I think painting them green or even brown would help them fade into the fabric more. But, of course, if Angela doesn't mind, the dress is stunning either way!
Yeah, it would help probably
I think they are a lot more noticeable in photos than real life. And if you look at the fashion plate, the shafts of the feathers are a noticeably lighter color than the fabric. So it didn't really bother me until I was looking at the photos later on. Now I'm leaning towards coloring them in with an alcohol dye just to deepen the color a bit!
Sharpies are your friend...
Oh wow. The artistry involved in making this dress is out of this world.
This dress is so over the top and I am loving it.
That netting makes it so insanely gorgeous! It takes it from a cool elaborate historical gown to like, my dream fantasy princess magic outfit from heaven or something, ha.
This velvet is so lush...! The feathers look amazingly flowy on it, too.
So excited to see this new video! Thank you for going over the issues you were having with the fabric, it’s very helpful for newbies like me. Great job and it’s a beautiful skirt!
That overskirt looks amazing! I would be impressed if I saw that in a movie with a giant costume budget. I can't believe you managed to make it by yourself.
Loved watching this project ...also carrot time! This moved my heart because my dog used to love that ball. I always put hunks of carrots in it for her. We called it the carrot ball. Hers was green. Sadly i lost her in 2016, but seeing your pup made me smile. Thank you!!
Thank you for including some good old fashioned dog footage. I needed that.
The amount of glue seems to be "a bit much" which could possibly create "lumps" in the fabric. A solution might be "a large blob on the table (or wherever) and then dipping the feather in that glue ... and then sticking it to the gown.
There is also another option: using the glue to "create an irregularity" on the shaft of the feather ... which then serves as the bit to hold the sewing thread.
The glue dries too quickly for that to really be an option. But I got a similar effect by applying the glue directly to the feathers later on - which I actually like the look of less, since it distorts the shape of them. E6000 is very flexible though, so I didn't find it to change the drape of the fabric at all, even when used in large quantities!
I love the way this dress is turning out! The iridescent netting is such a perfect add on!
I love this dress and can't wait to see the end piece. You have inspired me to get back into the sewing room which is my temporary office at the moment. Also, the other night I needed to wash some fabric but I knew the raw edges would come undone in the wash. Instead of using the overlocker or sewing machine. I sat in bed listening to Audible and whip stitching them down!!! I now have 8 meters of Linen all washed and ready to be dyed for my project. Thank you for being a wonderful influence on me 😀
I kinda want to know how much this costs, but at the same time, I definitely do not want to know how much it costs.
And how many hours it took to make. Not to mention, how much it weighs!
I regret knowing how much it costs! I made a spreadsheet after ordering the materials and then cried a little. Definitely my most expensive project ever, by far. I haven't been keeping track of the hours, but it's surprisingly lightweight! Feathers are pretty lightweight - so is silk velvet, charmeuse, and cotton organdy!
@@AngelaClaytonCostumery something tells me that if you were to ask 5000 US Dollars to sell this dress, you would probably find someone willing to pay for it!
Me diligently taking notes: "ah yes, carrot time. Incredible."
I am so glad to see you back I was getting a little worried about you😊
Your petticoat storage method speaks to my soul.
Angela you're sew awesome! Attempt 4 and I'd thrown it out a window lol your dress is simply beautiful and stunning. Well done 💕
This is one of my favorites!! As a child I would read the story about the goose girl and how she made a dress out of feathers. To this day something about a dress with feathers just seems so magical.
It looks absolutely stunning! I don't know why, but to me, it would feel very satisfying to glue down all those feathers. I like repetitive actions and that just seems like the ultimate and most beautiful expression of that. Excited to see the next part!
I love this video and your sense of humor. I laughed out loud several times. Also, your tenacity is amazing. I would have chucked the whole thing in a bin after the 2nd or 3rd "pooling" event. Well done for sticking with it!
Your attention to detail is splendidly. My dear this is lovely. You had a vision & made it a reality. This is truly a peak into heaven. ❤️
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This dress design is such an odd combination of motifs and colors, but it's so beautiful when put all together! I'd have lost my entire mind at the constant struggle against the velvet, you're a freaking superstar for continuing to troubleshoot it till you found something that worked! The mesh overlay is probably my favorite part, though the entire train is just stunning. Well done, Angela!!!!
Fantastic! You have the patience and perseverance of something holy. You, Cathy Hay and Bernadette Banner should all wear your gowns together for a wonderful experience x
Magical. You wouldn't think such a space-age looking fabric like that mesh, would work so well with a really formal, classic one like heavy silk velvet. You really wrassled that velvet into submission, lol.
I would just wear the train with everything, everyday. Love this so much.
the dress is so far amazing but can we talk about THOSE NAILS 😍
That was spectacular! I can’t wait for the bodice & headdress.
From bitter, bitter experience, let me tell you that a walking foot is your friend when sewing velvet 😖
Your patience was rewarded! That's a spectacular result.
This dress is sooooo beautiful!!! 😍😍😍 I'll definitely stay tuned for the bodice and the "funny headpiece"! 😁👍👍👍
I’ve never seen anything like this in my life. You’re 22 and self taught? You are totally doing what you were meant to be doing! I’m so excited for you and thankful that you’re sharing your creativity and super ability with all of us!
Your patience with the velvet and underskirts certainly paid off...it looks wonderful. Can’t wait to see the finished dress....🥰😘🇦🇺
Love your doggie! I used to have one that waited until I had placed, but not pinned, the pattern on the fabric. Used the floor for this.Then Taffy made a running leap! And pattern and fabric went flying!
The effort and care you’ve put into this gown is really inspiring. It’s just amazing seeing this whole process unfold 🦚
Absolutely beautiful. So different from other Worth dresses, but I love peacock feathers. I am amazed at your ability to recreate it so beautifully.
This is absolutely beautiful. The feathers, the cherubs, the sheer level of *extra*
(I did wince watching you sew over pins, but I'm glad you didn't hit any of them bc that stuff can seriously hurt you)
This looked like an extreme exercise in patience, but SO worth the effort. It's coming along beautifully!
The most amazing re-creation I've ever seen. Just a thought - on the original is the net overlay draped so that it looks as though the cherubs are holding up the swag in their outstretched hands, maybe ...
It is no small thing to tackle a Worth gown.
I can't wait to see the bodice and headpiece!
it's always delightful listening to you working through problems. Thank you!
This is beautiful and really close to the original! I, like many others here, are confused as to why/how Mr. Worth would combine two concepts (even thought it was a costume dress) and make it look presentable. Eagerly awaiting the full result!
The netting portions alone would have made me meltdown! Many props to you ❤️
I love the choice of the shimmery netting. It ties in a lot of the colors of the two skirts together where before I thought they didn't quite go together. Now its absolutely perfect. I cant wait to see the finished dress. ❤
I adore the bunching of the mesh in the front. It creates such a gorgeous color and shape and look!!
For once I can say, even if I were bestowed infinite practice or patience, iI could never do this. The E6000 fumes would have have given me a migraine before the first row, and possibly had me vomiting or hallucinating had I persisted. It’s a handy product, and I can’t think of another that would do the job, but using it outdoors for a quick repair is about my limit. I’m glad you don’t have the same issue, because I’m so enjoying seeing this ridiculously extra gown of childhood dreams come to life.
She is one of my favorite sewing youtuber ever. She is so extra in a good way, and she loves what she is doing.
WOW I think this dress is coming along magnificently
Oh my goodness! This is magnificent. How you didn't throw in the towel or velvet in this case is a testament to your talent.❤
It absolutely killed me to see you putting glue on velvet.
It is quite lovely and inspiring to see such care go into your creations. I look forward to seeing the rest of the dress and headdress. When it is finally done I feel you and Bernadette and Cathy should all get together with the amazing peacock dresses.
Congratulations on successfully surviving this portion of recreating this dress! Your choice of materials was spot on! The colors and sheen are perfect! I look forward to your next video(s) completing this dress!! WOW!!
dear one, you have outdone yourself!! i thought the underskirt alone was extraordinary and amazing--i can't believe how much the overskirt and train add! it is a marvel of wearable art! can't wait to see the rest of the ensemble come together. xoxoxoxoxo
I loved the over-skirt! It's sheen is lovely and the color highlights the stars on the under-skirt and the green velvet train. Beautiful!!!
LOL I used to gather yards and yards of ruffles the same way for my petticoats! My mom taught me how to sew and I used to never pin or baste anything until I got to a home-ec class where the teacher made me do it. Nowadays I only pin or paste areas where I need to control the fabric more exactly. I enjoyed your video and seeing all the elements that went into this very much. Great work!
I can't believed you glued all those feathers while being allergic! But this look so amazing, im sure it was worth it!
Yes please make the bodice and headdress ! The skirts look incredible!
all i kept thinking throughout the video was ‘you poor soul’. ive only ever worked with velvet once before... never again. Beautiful work as always
Basting the main fabric to a lining at interval is one technique that couturiers like Chanel used a lot. A tried and tested technique!
This dress is so extra and I am HERE for it.
I think I'm in love with this dress
This seems over-the-top difficult, even for you, Angela!!! Holy smokes, girl! Wow!
Bravo Angela Bravo!! 👏👏 I enjoy this drinking game of every time you say "shaft" I take a shot. "Shout out to my parents who let me do this!" 😂🤣😂
...and as always...the nail polish matches the fabric. I love this Detail.
This dress is amazing.
Hola Angela, quiero decirte que tu trabajo es INCREIBLE!, lleno de pasión, inspiración y corazón.
Admiro tu dedicación y persistencia.
Sigue con tus expectaculares creaciones y espero que llegues muy lejos.
I wish you the best and good health 😀
Exquisite!! This is something you would see in a lavishly costumed period film!
Angela you do such an awesome job. This dress is absolutely amazing. It's beautiful and shows just how much you will go to make a dress look perfect. You have skills and unmeasured patience. I can't wait to see when you model it.
Absolutely beautiful! It is a credit to you Angela and I can't wait to see the dress finished.
this will deserved to be in a museum once is finished, omg it looks surreal