If they can't fit pockets in our clothes, we'll bring back POCKETS AS FASHION.
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"Embroidered onto glorious silk satin with the most dainty actual dumpster fires" a phrase I have Never expected to hear but am glad I did
as the like that made it into 1k hello
It is glorious ❤
Right?!
The thing that infuriates me to no end: clothes with « decorative » pockets. Especially on skirts/dresses and pants.
WHY?!
Why give us false hope? Why?????
So that you have to then buy a purse.
Oh god that pisses me off my mum thinks it’s Crazy that I want to make a pair of these large pockets but I don’t want to put my phone in my back pocket where someone can easily take it out and the front pockets on literally any pair of jeans that I wear I can barely fit my hands in so Large pockets that will be pretty much attached to my hip (quite literally) is much much more practical than pockets I can barely fit my hand in and have only the back pocket of my jeans able to fit my phone and styluses in so Call me weird all you want large packets that you tie on can be much more practical than the pockets that are either decorative or so small you can barely put your hand in
I got salty at a pair of jeggings with decorative pockets and took the time to cut open the seams of the decorative pockets so I could sew in real pockets.
Or ones that do open up to a "pocket" in the front but are so hilariously shallow that you can only fit short change in it. I want a front pocket that goes to the leg so that my phone doesnt fall out when I sit down. I dont care if it looks weird at this point I just want to sit down without my phone trying to escape and I dont like having to carry a purse everywhere.
Every pair of slack and every blazer I have ever bought have come with all of the pockets sewn shut. I've since ripped them all out, but it's insanely frustrating. Why give me REAL pockets if I'm not supposed to use them?
I found a pair of infant jeans that had deeper pockets than mine.
My little dog has a coat with bigger pockets than most of my jeans 🤦
😂
@D. N. who hurt you?
Many kid UA-camrs have deeper pockets than I
I buy men's trousers and modify them so they fit me.
/hissing from my editing cave: "Yessss, moar pockettses....."
As moar is mommy in danish, I took me a bit longer to get the point of your comment 😂 And now I’m laughing way to hard about it 🤣🤣
"My precious" needs pockettses. 💍
*feeds tasty pocketses to EditingGoblin*
@@ForeverLumoz Yes, every mother needs about 15-20 pockets on just about every outfit. Since we can't have more than 2 arms/hands, we gotta have *somewhere* to put all the stuff we need. 🤣🤣
I was just thinking "Morgan would approve" ❤️
"Pure existential shrieking" is also the theme for 2020
Mood
@@nikhita280 sometimes the patreons get early access
There has never been any comment more right than this.
we need a tshirt.
@@cherrylee1103 with matching pocket!
the CC’s “deceptively tranquil piano music” gave me a proper chuckle
I had to rewind to make sure I read it right lmwo
Same
IKR
It seem tranquil but underneath bubbled the fury of not having pockets in dresses.
Wearers of women's clothing: I just wish my pants had pocket
Bernadette: Hold my witch hat
Lol!
Yasss!!!!
I'm 'this' close to making a pocket hip bag like some sort of sky pirate. Just need to learn leather working.
@@makeda6530 me too!!!! I want to learn it for making cross body super pocketed purse though. And beautiful designs like highly tooled leather or painted in pretty designs, so that they are fantastically gorgeous but also supremely functional.
I know right
Alternate Title: How to Make a Historically Accurate Fanny Pack
Only without the shame of wearing a fanny pack
That word has different meaning in the UK
I'm german what do you mean?
@Damson Elvira. Since I learned that, I’ve been unable to call them anything but a “bum bag.”
@@mika9937 fanny is another word for lady parts in unladylike company.
This has been kept as an element of many traditional Swedish regional dresses. Heavily embroidered, they're either tied around the waist or sewn onto the skirt. The direct translation would be "skirt sack" (kjolsäck).
Sara Johansson same with Finnish folk dresses. I remember seeing these all the time as a kid during folk dance classes.
I was thinking of making this comment, but you beat me to it. :-)
In Norwegian national costumes they are usually a bag that isn't tied on but rather hung from the belt and detachable. Same idea, I think, though it has a top metal closure.
@@HomeWithMyBookshelf A lot of them has a top metal closure. And, most have a secret pocket sewn into the skirt :)
@@sophieamalie7635 It seems our national costumes have a lot in common 😊😉
The "it has pockets!" twirl of joy, but make it 2020. Or 1700-something.
Also I've realized upon my second watch that a "pocket dumpster fire" makes it sound like a tiny cute one that I wish to cuddle, which is an amusing contrast to the ACTUAL dumpster fire that is 2020.
@@jayc9345 Like the miniature quidditch players in harry potter?
@@jayc9345 If you crochet, there's probably instructions out there for a tiny adorable amigurumi dumpster fire...
@@lyreparadox I do crochet, and this is an idea I must immediately search for. Thank you.
So far, no luck. I have found a "no sew Gnome Dumpster Fire" that uses hot glue, and any number of clothing articles, and soft toys, but no amigurumi. I will continue looking, but feel it may be the sort of thing that will require more creativity and skill than I currently possess.
Regular clothes: *The deceptive mirage of a pocket*
Bernadette's clothes: *Conveniently and comfortably fits a full Sunday picnic and an assortment of books for light reading*
This perfectly describes the very disappointing pocket facades I have on one coat...
I need to turn them into ACTUAL pockets at some point.
😂 Hermione irl right here ladies and gents
@P73 - Bigger on the inside!
.....I just cut out a skirt and specifically sized the pockets to the paperback I’m reading....I’m feeling a little called out....
@@sophiarose03 and the non binary folks (we must include everyone)
The way Bernadette says "dumpster fire", she makes it sound so elegant.
I didn’t even comprehend it until the end of the video, this must be the reason why!!
She makes 2020 seems elegant
Please be careful if you're inclined to start dumpster fires. There might be angry bears in there ...
There's something about watching you insist on hand sewing a machine embroidered pocket, with a leather thimble, that makes me feel like everything is okay in the world.
You are not alone there
More like everything is upside down in the world. Which it is.
Agreed!😁❤
Bernadette always has that effect on me.
@@lesliemoiseauthor I've never had much interest in history or historical dress but seeing Bernadette dress like a Victorian makes me want to do so too. Sometimes if I watch her after a particularly nasty political argument with my dad I'll be wanting to dress like a Russian revolutionary circa 1920s instead, but it's always something about her that makes me want to be dressed like I don't belong in this century.
I can't wait for the future when historians will be discussing the significance of the 'dumster fire concept' in relation to the 2020 pandemic lifestyle.
Loooool. :D
"Why does the burning dumpster motive pop up again and again in 2020 artifacts?"
It needs to be said if you type in
"history sewing lady"
Your channel is the first result
OMG I actually tried that LOLL and it worked
@@millerstella3833 sameeee
By design, says Bernadette....
This brings me joy
"Primarily out of SPITE." I stan everything about this.
Lol!! I heard sprite! Like the drink.. I must be hungry or something?
Is that not the motto of the channel?
100%
I am now thoroughly convinced of outside pockets, not only for convenience but also the opportunity for embellishment is too opportune to pass up!
His Lordship is looking good lounging on his pillows 🤣
Hob Knob Creations I love that he uses pillows. So cute.
Seriously now I want to hand embroider all the pockets.
My late bearded dragons liked to lounge atop pillows too. Most things seem to enjoy it if given the opportunity ^_^
Women and fems:
"We want comfortable clothes with pockets."
Fashion industry:
"So make men's clothes uncomfortable and remove pockets, got it."
Everyone:
*"NO!"*
Panthera they also don't listen to a desire for longer hem lines and long sleeves in winter clothing. Especially in winter holiday wear. Every December I look at these (usually sparkly, silky, or velvety) dresses they are pushing that are short as heck and often lacking proper sleeves and just wonder why there cant be options that wont mean Freezing. Its cold. Give us coverage!
@@khaxjc1
Judging by what I see at big brand stores I'm starting to believe that people in the fashion industry are high on coke when coming up with new designs. Thrift shops will be our salvation in the not too distant future.
Only one gender can have the pockets!!!
@@khaxjc1 My policy for dresses and skirts is " If I can wear it to church than its of an appropriate length " or " Forget it I'll sew it myself "
@@khaxjc1 no sleeves - check, super short - check, made of thick polyester velvet - also check? So my arms/legs are freezing but my heart is palpating because my torso is so hot. "Fashion".
My theory: The people who make purses are paying clothing companies to not put pockets in their garments so we have to buy their purses.
Purses don't have enough pockets either. I need phone pocket, wallet pocket, reading glasses, sun glasses, key fob, medication compartment, etc etc. Not just a big black hole that I can't find anything in.
@@recoveringsoul755 more pockets makes it harder for potential thieves too, since they can’t just reach in and grab all your shit. They would have to take the entire bag and go through each pouch slowly
😭You're probably right about that.
😲Hate the fact when I do have garments w/pockets that invariably my change & chapstick will still fall out when I sit down.
🖤Love a good, secure pocket. Unfortunately, they tend to add bulk around areas where I don't want or need it. Plus, it's not like I'm gonna wear two cell phones📲, so I can look more balanced⚖.
When out & about on 🚍public transport🚉 prefer to keep hands & shoulders free. The latter in case I need to tote some purchase, groceries, library items, etc. @ some point. Like to wear:
•a petite crossbody purse for cash|cards, keys lipstick, & phone under a coat. Or...
•a light jacket w/zippered pockets to hold the above that I can tie around waist.
•a small back-pack for charging cable, water/coffee, gum/snack, hand sanitizer|sunscreen, extra mask, book, umbrella (for sun), small pad of paper & pen, foldable tote, etc.
🎒My backpack is basically to hold conveniences & serves as a decoy of sorts. It's big enough to hold my tiny purse, but I don't like have to root around for it.
🕵️♂️Typically, if someone wanted my backpack, they would be disappointed w/the contents.
☮💛🌼
Purses and clother are made for people with cars. you only supposed to keep your phone and credit card on you and leave the rest in your car
Ugh, I hate purses... They're much more inefficient than pockets because you have to carry them. They're too big for small things or too small for a phone and a wallet. What a waste of money... Just give me my pockets back!
My girls are only 6 years and 4 years, and I recently got them some new (well, new to them) clothes and the first thing they said when they put them on, was, “Mom, they’ve got pockets!” I, of course, replied, “I know, isn’t it exciting?!” Even at their tender age they know that pockets are exciting and something to be celebrated!
This also happened to me recently. My girls are almost the same age with yours and they were counting and comparing who got more pockets... : ). And they discovered the pockets of the coat can keep their hands warm. : )
I love this!!!
I agree we need pockets.
Wholesome vibes, cutee
My almost 2 year old had a similar reaction when she discovered the pockets in her new dress which was a Christmas gift. She then went on a spree through the house finding all the things and stuffing them in with unbridled glee.
"In keeping with our 2020 theme, all time is meaningless and we can do what we want now."
This is hilarious 😂
Accurate 💯
And frightening 😳
Yes!!! (Here; take my irrelevant comment for the algorithm)
That's why I went into our storage room and picked an old art piece of mine to finally finish. It's my family's coat of arms and has lot of details in the background which is a pain to map out correctly and then paint. But now I finally have time for that.
As long as you wear a mask😉
Thumbs up simply for putting it as it is: "Women's pockets have evolved into an unacceptable disgrace" :'D on the spot
Exactly! I've grown up in a world where you can't even get your hand in one, much less hold phone, keys, hand sanitizer, wallet, and other important pocket things like men are supposed to fit in their pockets.
I think the author of the book _Katy No-Pocket_ understood.
@@ginnyjollykidd I haven't read the book but yeah .. I see the issue with slim fit that sits tightly on the skin. Like leggings e.g. Even when they have pockets, things probably just fall out anyway. But then I probably just shouldn't wear them idk :D
"the most dainty little actual dumpster fires" is what sold me this tied up pocket concept, ngl
I just showed my bro how many ladies' pockets are just a mirage & he's freaking out 🤣
I have a theory that the reason that women’s garments don’t have pockets is in order to prop up the handbag industry. If we had sensible pockets, ladies would not need those extremely expensive status symbols. I have it in for handbags, though, to me they are big neon signs saying “all my important things are in here; please come snatch it!”
Its scary to think this is likely true... Or someone started making bags and then the garment people where just like... "Why would they need pockets when they have such cute bags and take them everywhere?"
Ordinary handbags do me fine, the smaller the better , the less to carry not a target for theft.
My mom said that it's not necessary for us to have pockets because we have purses and I'm just over here, a tomboy, like....
YES!!! I HAVE BEEN SAYING THIS TO MY FRIENDS AND FAMILY FOR YEARS! I totally think it's a conspiracy/collaboration between the two industries. To counter this issue I usually wear cute book bags or tote bags instead of purses, or hunt for clothes with big pockets
and I also add the fact that women started to use pants and they became quite tight at some fashion styles, which would make pockets quite protruding and ruin the desirable silhouette
It's a truth universally acknowledged that one in possession of modern women's clothing must be in want of adequate pockets.
Haha! Perfect 😉
These are the bastardized Austen quotes I am HERE for!
I understood that reference!
Her: using actually sewing terminology and language
Me: (having no clue what she is saying) I LIKE YOUR FUNNY WORDS MAGIC MAN
Oh JFK, you're so funny
I absolutely adore the little table-top broom. And that intro!! feat. His Lordship and //spite// against a lovely slow-mo clip of tidying.
There exists a variation of these made from straw, which we call "Frisörbeserl" (hair dresser's broomlet), and they are used for dusting hair off a customer after a haircut. I got myself one because I have two very hairy cats. Works wonders.
I had a comb-shaped brush at work with which I brushed the cut off wire ends from the table so that I wouldn't accidentally poke them into my skin when wiping them off with my hand.
I wish I had this brush for the sewing table.
Her: “Primarily out of SPITE.”
Me: *has a heart attack to match the screen’s violent shaking*
I love your profile picture
Thanks!
I made one for myself and one for my 4 year-old daughter... She stuffs her cuddly bunny toy in it... So sweet! Thank you for the inspiration!
this makes me think of the utilitarian "carpenter's apron" or hip bag i wear when i'm working to keep such necessities as my leatherman and my flashlight and an alarming quantity of screws and tie line, though this is a much prettier version of the black synthetic one i bought at marks haha. fantastic video, and fantastic little pocket!!
I also wear belt bags when the pants I wear has no pocket. Gotta do what we gotta do, yeah! Mine is not aesthetically pleasing tho lol
I know a store that sells those in leather. Very pretty. Makes me a bit sad I have zero use for it...
@@sailiealquadacil1284 does having no practical use for something a legitimate excuse?
@@sailiealquadacil1284
“To have a place to keep my phone” is enough of a use for me.
@@DAYBROK3 I'm sorry?
And here we have madame Bernadette being mood for seven minutes straight. But seriously, why. Did. We. Stop. With. Pockets. Like This. History has failed us......
It's because of the Bag Fashion Industry!
And too tight clothes so pockets look unsightly 😒
So HISTORY scholar here! Yes, pockets were purposely made smaller and smaller on womens clothing in the midst of womens rights and votes for women movements in the early 20th century to discourage women from carrying pamphlets and protest paraphernalia around. Pockets became political and women with pockets were making a political statement that they had the freedom to carry their own things. So when we make big pockets like this, not only are we making our lives easier, we're paying homage to our feminist sisters throughout history
@@9206156175 I had a sneaking suspicion about this..
@@9206156175 I knew it! It's the fault of the patriarchy! *REVOLT*
"It's got pockets", shouts my daughter
As she tries the new dress on.
"It's got pockets. Can't go past it. Let's buy another. Can we, mum?"
When I'm shopping, finding dresses and pants with pockets make me 90% happier.
It's gotten to the point where finding a dress with pockets is surprise.
Lucy Locket lost her pocket,
Kitty Fisher found it;
Not a penny was there in it,
Only ribbon round it.
Aha! Now that finally makes sense! 🙌
Had always thought it was a nonsense rhyme, NOW I get it!
I remember my grandmother teaching us this.🧡
I thought of that too :-)
www.nationaltrust.org.uk/petworth-house-and-park/features/kitty-fisher-an-eighteenth-century-celebrity-
So, the naming of a thief "pickpocket", is that because they literally picked pockets from people?
... I now refuse for any other explanation 😂
even if they didn't (although they totally might have) having a large opening like that would have left it more available for someone passing by to stick their hand into, whereas modern pockets fitting very closely to your skin is harder for someone to reach into.
In essence, yes. It’s the main reason why pockets like this eventually migrated to the inside of clothes
@@argella1300 I mean, they were worn mainly underneath the skirt, so if you have a skirt that is swishy and has a pocket it's exactly in the same place, it's not as if you'd notice it more if the pocket were attached to the skirt.
@@AnnekeOosterink Well, with skirts, yes. What she said applies more to pants than skirts, but I feel like it still applies to skirts just way less, somehow.
I need you to know that not only did you inspire me to make about a dozen of these pockets to use in my classroom with all of my pocketless dresses, but my 8 year old saw me making them and had me take him to the fabric store so he could learn to sew and make his OWN pocket. Then I wore one for pre-planning and had no less than 10 other teachers wanting pockets of their own. You have started a POCKET REVOLUTION! We will win because we will have everything we need for victory neatly contained in our pockets!
I am planning on a beginner sewing class and the first project is POCKETS! These specifically, though later I will show how to alter the pockets of a pair of pants to make them less disgraceful. (Unfortunately that trick only works on pants that have pockets wide enough to put your hand in.) Ugh!
Is it weird that I want Bernardette to be a judge on Drag Race? Her totally calm roasts are glorious and I need to hear them alongside Michelle Visage's critics.
Bernadette Banner would DEFINITELY bring up the fracking
@@anniereuter6366 & that is why I love her
You're a genius, that would be AMAZING.
Bernadette would destroy them and make it feel like a compliment
I wonder if Bernadette would react to some of the outfits made on Drag Race?
Me: *has huge sewing list*
Also me: *stops to make a pocket*
To be fair, pockets are VERY IMPORTANT
And the pocket might even be helpful with the other projects!
This has totally inspired my goth loving heart and I want to make a coffin pocket. 🤩😍💀☠️ Maybe embroider a bat on it!
OMG, coffin pocket! Yes. I need a coffin pocket!!
Must. Make. FOR. GOTH GIRLFRIEND!
This sounds incredible 😍🖤
That sounds awesome, i'm borrowing this idea
bernadette SCREAMS “i want a pocket for my rock collection”. not exactly screams it but it is a very strong vibe.
It must run in the family, as her sibling Dani literally has a rock collection. Look them up on instagram for super cute faun cosplay
@@natashapearson2773 thanks
But in all honesty who doesn't need a massive pocket for their rock collection...... now I want a huge pocket for my rock collection
@@alexacox7136 My rock collection weighs two or three kilograms.
Too much for any pocket.
Rock collection?
I should make a carrying pouch for the gem witchling who has adopted an extra amethyst point and a rose quartz pendulum that never worked for me
oh YES i’ve had a hankering for these ever since i saw a suffragette slip a hammer into one of hers (for window-smashing and other mischief) in a historical get ready with me video
I remember that! Crows Eye?
Oh, yah, that was a good video! Made me want more cardigan sweaters too...
@@jonesnori the very same! of course we would all consume the exact same content 💜🤍💚
And my husband thought I was crazy when I asked him for a dumpster fire picture elegantly framed with 2020 captioning it.
Did you show him this?
I remember when it blew my mind finding out what "lost her pocket" meant from old nursery rhymes, that they were tied around the waist and not made into the clothes
Just one thing to say:
REVOLUTION!
The closed captioning in this video is AMAZING. “softly satisfying snip”, “sharply satisfying snip”. lol Thank you!!!
OMG YAAAASSSSS!!!! I refuse to wear any clothes without pockets. When I realised how difficult that is, I made my own. You taught me this Bernadette, thank you.
This type of pockets is so handy, I made myself one few years ago and don't regret any second of hand sewing and embroidering it, it's the best when you are sewing and need million small things that mysteriously disappear when you blink.
When I was young, my grand-maman made most of my clothes and made me a pocket like this to wear under my school uniform skirt, which had a slit finish on the side. Instead of a ribbon belt she used cotton and put a button on it. She called it a "besace". Nothing as pretty as what you made but essentially the same garment. I think it was old fashioned even then but not uncommon in the Quebec area where I come from.
“Boy I sure do love cross stitch! I just wish I had some way to finish my pieces into something practical!”
Bernadette: Pockets
“...Genius!”
Ren S Right? I feel guilty giving pretty-but-impractical things as gifts, but every woman needs pretty pockets.
It annoyed me to no end that my school uniform growing up have either no pockets or unusably tiny pockets for girls and countless large pockets for the boys. I could see tie-on pockets becoming a trend and a symbol for feminism 😂
My pants have fake pockets. They look like normal pockets, but there's nothing there. The boys pockets are real. It's annoying.
It wasn't actually fashion companies solely responsible for the shrinking of women's pockets. It mostly was done in the suffragette era to discourage women from carrying pamphlets and protest gear. So yes, pockets were removed from women's fashion by misogyny, and they are indeed a lovely symbol of feminism for that reason. We need to start an "Honour the Suffragettes" grassroots campaign - get women to make and wear tie on pockets, as a symbol to say that what the patriarchy did back then was wrong and we stand against its effects. Plus we can carry protest gear in them when we riot about yet another horrid thing some old white men have done to women and/or minorities.
@@dawnj2360 I resolved never to buy trousers that had no real pockets in them, some time ago. It does make finding suitable trousers a little more difficult, but it also eliminates the annoyance of not having pockets. And now that Ms Banner has seduced me into taking up sewing, I guess it won't be too long before I start making my own trousers and I'll be able to add as many pockets as I like, and make them useful, into the bargain.
"oh it's a pocket, how cute-- is that a-- is that a dumpster fire?"
"I may be gay, but I know how to really satisfy a woman: get her a dress with pockets."
I do love the 2020 dumpster fire embroidery.
Absolutely!
You made me choke on my drink 💀
I feel understood
I spend most of my time in 1940s and 50s style. Watching this, I think I need to make myself an apron with pockets to tie over anything I wear that does not have adequate pocket functionality! Extra challenge if I can invent one that looks office-wear appropriate...
How about something like this style? I think a dressed-up 40's half aprons would look just fine in an office. :)
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If I'm not mistaken, that black dress would fall under 'fancy wear', and that apron looks absolutely darling with it.
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And this one... *chef's kiss*
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@@warriormaiden9829 That last one is absolutely darling!
@@makeda6530 Right? I'm seriously tempted to make my own version of it. XD
@@warriormaiden9829 the last one is fabulous :D also, it looks so Jessica approved (from Jessica out of the Closet, I love her!) that I wish I could send her one for her Baking Bad endeavors
"lucy locket lost her pocket" makes a lot more sense now
"...this bit of green velvet ribbon i had in my stash..." --- I'll take *Sentences I Wish I Could Say* for 800, Trebek!!! 💚💚💚
It has just occured to me that fanny packs/bum bags are simply the late 20th/early 21st century equivalent of these 18th century tie-on pockets.
I'll see myself out.
I'm totally here for it. I want to walk around like a sky pirate with a bag strapped to my thigh.
..... you have a point. except bum bags are almost universally hideous
It’s always lovely to see your impeccable hand sewing- and it reassures me that my hand sewing speed is not unreasonably slow. If goddess of delicate stitchwork Bernadette takes her time on her work, so can I! (And sew I can!)
😁
2020 is more like that Twilight Zone episode where that guy finally has the peace and quiet he wanted but then his glasses broke so he couldn't read his books
Yes! I work(ed?) in the publishing industry, and when I first saw that as a kid I thought, "So that's what Hell is." I don't expect 2021 to be better than 2020, and yet I still look forward to it being over.
Seriously, the only thing that has kept me sane this year is making music and finding Bernadette's spite-fueled sewing.
oh my glob! that is a perfect analogy.
That episode kills me. So sad.
Ohhhh yes!! That's one of the few episodes I've seen and it hurts my book loving soul to even think about. Perfect analogy.
My humblest Bernadette,
The other day I attempted to explain this travesty to a fellow of mine and he was unbothered and in fact is pleased with the evolution of pockets, and prefers bags. With all the love I could muster I relented with a 'fair enough'. It is a struggle some just do not understand.
With many blessings from on High, Makeda
As a “he”, it is unlikely that he has ever had the choice made for him. I want to be able to make the choice for myself.
@@ragnkja This. Plus, it has been my experience that many a 'he' will espy ones reticule and immediately hand over a number of items for one to hold for him. (Tetchy scenes when one has forgotten to return said item will likely ensue, despite the fact that 'he' didn't remember to ask for them back, either.)
I've actually spent the last couple of days either adding pockets to items of clothing, or moving them to more suitable locations on items of clothing. Most satisfying.
I can't really wear any bag that isn't a backpack for any length of time due to the pain I get in my back. I find most handbags completely unsuitable for my needs
@@swordfish1929
Handbags in the strictest sense of the word (no cross-body strap) aren’t at all suitable for extended use unless they’re tiny things that can’t hold anything even slightly heavy.
@@ragnkja Even cross-body ones hurt my poor excuse for a back after a while so I have pretty much ditched them for backpacks
Me in the early 90s: *Fits hand and stuff in pocket*
Early 2000s: *wallet can't fit but my hand still can*
2010s: *most of my hand fits*
2020: *only lip gloss fits, and barely at that*
Lighter pockets stay though. 🔥
Things I can't fit in my regular pockets, I put them in the lighter pocket. Like keys.
@@ismata3274 it's actually a watch pocket.
@@naelyneurkopfen9741 have only seen people put their lighters in it, so assumed it was for it 😶😅😭.....🙋
2021: not even lip gloss fits
I saw some jeans with what looked to be pockets, but they were just printed on. Sometimes we don't even get pockets now. 😭
My fiancé: "It's an historically-accurate fanny pack."
That’s what I said 😄
You have chosen a good one
Ugh that put me off making one😂
😂
@@xoxo2226
It’s also a much prettier one, if that helps. Modern bum bags tend to be bulky things, and not always flattering colours.
This subtle apparition of Cesario when you said "Lord" was very unexpected but also very necessary. The Devil is in the details!
I'm so gonna do this. I'm tired of not having pockets and this is so practical! I could add a zipper for some security and voila!
1) The pocket looks sooooo good, and now I want one
2) There’s literally nothing cuter in this world than the fact that Cesario uses the tiny pillow you made for him.
Never have I ever heard a woman say: "I wish I had less Pockets..." All women I talked to are really angry about the current state of pockets.
it's a salty subject, but there is no truer joy than when you put on a dress and find those pocket holes. =instant happiness
If ever there was evidence for the failure of laissez-faire capitalism this is it.
@@lindzriddb I like to compliment people’s attire in suitable occasions, and one thing I get a lot after “pretty dress” is “thanks! It has POCKETS’. I do it myself with the few I have dresses that have them!
I also had a guy try to explain to me that pockets are overrated... while pulling something out of a huge pocket in his jacket... -_-
@@keeganwallace5106
How tempted we’re you to cut holes in his pockets and/or sew them shut?
@@ragnkja oh, so very tempted. In fact, if he were ever to leave his coat unattended in my presence I’d probably do it!
This gave me a much needed laugh - thank you! Also I am similarly annoyed at the lack of pockets in our clothing, even more so at the fake pockets which sow false hope by making you think there is a pocket when it's actually just 'decoration'.
"If you have ever had the misfortune of binding stays by hand you will understand the quantity of pure existential shrieking behind this deceivingly tranquil presentation"
~Bernadette Banner 2020
I felt this in my soul
I literally just got satin for absolutely no reason at all other than _"oooh pretty"_ then this video showed up. Hmmmm this maybe is a sign.
"oooh pretty" is a very valid reason
@@marinadkr1258
I agree 👍 💯 👏 👌 🙌
Years ago my friend imparted this advise stressing it on me as though a dire warning: "If you are buying pajama bottoms or sweat pants you have to buy them from the mens section. There they will have pockets and that way you'll have a place to carry your cellphone." Before that I honestly assumed it was only with day wear that there was an imbalance in pockets. But nope. Its goes farther than even that.
Funnily, with all the tutorials for getting proper pockets out there most of my clothes that dont have Im fine with but to get pockets into my sweat sweatpants? Definitely worth doing.
True story! I too have checked pyjamas from the men’s section primarily for universal patterns (dark or neutrals, monochrome plaids, even patterns of interest that can blend with a tee from the ladies section), and can definitely attest the usefulness of pockets. Especially when the Bluetooth can’t even reach either a corner of the house while the phones charging, or both hands are occupied in day-to-day tasks. Way to bring this up!
@@RabidLeroy Expensive but they have women's pajamas with pockets: Jijamas. (They are also very, very comfortable: I splurged on a pair.)
@@effortlesszone Fascinating. Other pyjama brands have also added pockets to the women’s range too as you summarised well.
Yes, I found a pair from Aldi's, pjs with pockets! Also buy men's sweatpants. They even have a hip pocket!
“Not concerned with pick pockets” there is a minor upside to the s***show that is 2020.
I read the title as *"If they can't fit clothes in our pockets, WE'LL BRING BACK FASHION AS POCKETS"*
Equally good sentiments 👍
Same lol
“The year of our lord 2020 it is a steaming hot garbage disaster” So on point! Love this video...now questioning if I need one of this pockets in my life??
Don't question! Create!
Yes. Yes you do! I bought the hand embroidery pattern, because Sewstine wasn't making anymore kits, and I didn't know someone with a machine embroiderer at the time, but now I have a lovely, useful pocket! My smart phone fits with room left over!
I'm in love with that green velvet ribbon. Was it a happen-upon purchase? Is it for sale somewhere like etsy?
It was a warehouse clearance thing from one of our local garment district shops, so I got the whole bolt for something like $5 a few years ago and haven't figured out how to use it (until now)! 😅
@@bernadettebanner am I correct in assuming that the KonMari and subsequent sewing room building have supplied many glorious treasures for future sewing project?
(Also P.S when are you going to pattern that red cape??? I need it in black as well)
@@bernadettebanner I wish we had such a thing as a garment district in my city.
But we have only one and two halves of fabric stores and they often don't have the stuff I want.
I cannot find linen thread, even though Gütermann produces some. But in stores you only find the polyester threads of the brand.
It's ridiculous to order linen thread through the mail.
@@bernadettebanner Haha, figured. I'll have to keep an eye out :)
As I have recently given up wearing pants and have been living in the multitude of long skirts I have made throughout the years for cosplay and the local renaissance faire, which foolishly don't have pockets (though I've started to rectify that), having such a lovely tie-on pocket would be the perfect accessory.
Lovely Bernadette, your work is amazing. Just a little thought: I wish you would support retailers/shops who do online business instead of Amazon. Amazon stand so not for all that we love: Quality, Beauty, Slowness and so on.
In this life, three things are certain: death, taxes, and limited pockets.
RedKellBell thank you for your comment. It made me laugh so hard it turned into a coughing fit and in this times of plague laughter is much needed.
@@khaxjc1 you're very welcome! 😁
It becomes funny when you think about how true it is.
Like, Death? Can't escape from it. You can live a longer life if you take good care of yourself, but you can't run from death.
Taxes? Pert of our economy and being an adult. Live with it, buddy.
Limited pockets? The only way you get out of that one is to:
1. Make your clothes from scratch, *but ain't nobody got time for that.*
2. Make your own external pockets.
Possible extra options:
3. Buy men's pants and tailor them to your liking.
4. Buy jeans that fit your waist or get some from a thrift store, turn them into skirts, and add g e n e r o u s pockets + suspenders, if needed.
@@lunarartist3817 Yup, yup, and yuppers. Hence why I said limited pockets. Death, it comes one way or another. Taxes? Even al capone couldn't dodge the IRS. The limitations of pockets? Either you make them, change em, or deal with it. Either way, there is a limit on what you can dodge. Thy pockets must be thoroughly addressed. Like death and taxes. 👍
Inserting obligatory "That's incorrect, taxes are only certain if you're not rich".
Anyone who does stuff “out of spite” is my kind of girl.
That's me, I do things for 3 reasons: The aesthetic, attention, and spite.
I decided to get myself an accounting degree out of sheer spite because a teacher in high school told me I'd never be good at math 🤣 Best decision I ever made.
Things I have learned today:
1. Tie on pockets were a thing
2. We should totally make them a thing again
It's beautiful and makes me wish I could still hand sew - hand pain has stopped that joy two years ago so found using a machine at the grand old age of 62 means I can still create as was more a knitter, crochet person before ( old-style patterns - cables, fair isle and fine yarn makes) with just odd sewing projects but to repetitive and painful now - but gives me the incentive to try and save up to by a sewing/embroidery machine so could buy the pattern, although I wonder if I could use the hand sewing pattern and ask my partner to trace it onto fabric and try using my ordinary machine and just use the fancy stitches on it and different coloured threads, be a challenge but not different from the applique I am trying to learn, in between making my very first Victorian Walking skirt - the one you made in modern length but I am doing full length. Have always loved historical clothing but only made the knitted items and bought others, never felt good enough to hand sew more than casual everyday items or do repairs. Thank you for both the competition and the link for this pattern.
Wow I need to get early access my head nearly spun when I saw a 22 hour old comment on a 45 minute old video.
I have just been diagnosed with RA @ 70. I have a hand therapist to keep me sewing. I have been making 18th century workbags for the ladies in my life. Now they may also receive pockets for their birhdays. I sew or knit every day. Most of my pain is legs and back. I wish you well. I too depend on my sewing machine more but still manage a bit of handwork on each project. A matter of not giving up.
@@jackielam1920 Thanks sadly it's no RA or anything actually wrong with my hands but a neuro issue that means my brain gives me wrong signals or makes my body do things I don't know are going to happen until they do - With OT help got walking back but neither they nor doctors have as yet found a way to stop my brain saying I have bad pain when there is no reason for it.........I will never give up fighting, it started when I was 30 and only had to call it a day with knitting, etc three years ago ( 31 years of trying to beat it). So I can but adapt and still enjoy creating even if with a sewing machine. Hugs and hope it never becomes worse for you xxxx
@@viddergrapho8488 Those who follow on Pateron are given early access- Bernadette is the only person I follow this way, she is such an inspiration to me I feel subscribing that way is paying her in a small way for this.
@@surviveathome If you have a machine with a bunch of fancy stitches, all you need is an appliqué foot. Then you simply load up your thread, add the foot, and drop your dogfeed, and you can free-hand your embroidery! We used to use that technique for quilting baby blankets. :)
I was literally thinking "hm, I need a big pocket myself for sewing purposes and, well, sheer convenience." and then there's the opportunity to win this design!🥳 Going to give my own "design" a go either way, because well, I do need several pockets. And by machine, because lazy me just can't be bothered.
same!! :)
I notice that you use ONE strand of thread for basting the pocket onto the cotton lining.
I learned to use one strand of thread during a cloth doll making course in which the instructor explained that she learned this “technique” from her days in theatrical costume-making. Thread is spun in one direction. When we use the thread doubled, one-half of it is weakened by affecting the direction of the twist.
LOVELY handwork!!!🥰
Remember when she was cutting patterns and cloth on the floor and filming with a phone....?
😊
You did a fine job Sewing all this together young Lady. Thanks for the upload. PS I really like your 18th Century Dress and the Pirate Shirt you made.
Norwegian costume Bunads occasionally include matching outer pockets which are embroidered to match the dress embroidery... all beautiful 😍
O lovely Bernadette, I think you misspelled “won’t”. They WON’T fit pocketses in our clothes.”
fun fact, the nursery rhyme 'Lucy Locket Lost Her Pocket' actually stems from these types of pockets as ribbons easily became undone during the day when working women would go about their jobs.
Oh that makes sense now! I remember being so confused when I was little from that rhyme!
Also, that nursery rhyme is apparently about two 18th century Covent Garden prostitutes. The "pocket" is a rich male lover ;)
@@hazel9652 oh that's interesting, I've never heard that take on it before
@@leoniemarie-louise I read about it in 'The Covent Garden Ladies' by Hallie Rubenhold, it's the book that the show Harlots was based on!
@@hazel9652 Always in search of semi-historical literature. Thank you!
I believe you've just handily solved my yearly hunt for a homemade gift for my pals for Children's Day. (Yes, even Buddhists manage a work-around for the holiday frenzy).
I literally just scrawled past a picture of a tie-on pocket on Pinterest and wanted nothing more than to make one myself, and then I saw you posted this video. I think it's destiny now. I have to make one.
I need this for around the house now that I am living in PJs or the equivalent.
Same
The equivalent for me are leggings/yoga pants, because those hardly ever include pockets
Same here. I had just decided to make some for myself. But after seeing Bernadette's I have the feeling that they should be nice. And so... They are never going to happen 😢
So true!
Flaming dumpsters. The ultimate #2020aesthetic.
I just love the witty sarcasm added in just the right way. The pocket is adorable!!!
There is a strong undercurrent of pure undiluted snark in this narrative...
You mention no pickpockets in your vicinity. I’m now imagining Cezario absconding with your pocket and turning it into his new vacation home.
So awesome. I think Google must have finally heard me bc I've been raging about the lack of pockets in women's clothing for awhile now, and as of late have been searching for "wearable pockets". This is the best option I've seen so far. Stunning work.
YES. You, madam understand my feels in regards to pockets. Partnerperson calls them "Medieval Bum Bags." Also could we bring back that most incredibly useful garment known as the apron please. I have and wear several aprons for crafting, cooking, and cleaning, and I have one in the works that I hope stitches up as cute as it is on the sketchbook.
I wear aprons too!
@@janesmith1398 Me three. In fact, when I started sewing earlier in the year, one of the first things I made were two aprons with pockets - one for when using my spinning wheel, the other for when sewing, and both for those occasions when I am forced to wear garments without pockets.
Looking at Bernadette’s stitches, I understand the plight of the 18th century suitor studying his lady’s sampler. Marry me, Bernadette!
You inspired me to make an embroidered pocket for a friend. She's a bit of a wood nymph so the pocket has a faerie holding a flower with a hummingbird sipping from it. I hope she uses it on her adventures in the woods where she goes a lot.
I have a weird little canvas bag that I occastionally tie around my waist if my outfit doesn't have a pocket, but it's not exactly fashion, more just for if I want to take out the trash and don't feel like putting on an apron or a jacket to put my phone in--however I still feel very 18th century every time I do it, and have found myself longing for a proper tie-on pocket . . .
I found a perfect pair of jeans: they fitted, they looked fabulous, they made my butt look good, they didn’t make me look like a hobbit with short legs, and they had back pockets! Everything was looking great until I got to the counter to pay and realised I hadn’t checked for normal pockets. The lady had rung them up when I told her to cancel it and I wasn’t going to buy them. She asked why and I said the usable pockets are fake, I need pockets.
Damn straight. I once wrote to a company to complain that their front pockets did not fit my cell phone so I didn't buy the jeans. The next year, I noticed that their jeans' pockets were slightly larger and did fit my phone. I will not buy jeans that do not fit my phone.
Similar story. After I bought some jeans, I discovered the front pockets were only about 2" deep, no good for anything. They were the best fitting jeans I had ever had but the pockets were useless
@@lornafinch8855 You can add fabric to the pockets to enlarge them.
@@julietardos5044 Yes I did that, but it is annoying to HAVE to do it.
@@lornafinch8855 You're 100% right. Plus, men's pants have pockets big enough for cell phones. Grr.
Dumpster fire pockets can be described as (in Tyra Bank's voice): "Historical fashion, but make it INTERNET"
Me: "Yeah! Why aren't removable pockets a thing? We should bring them back!"
Also Me: *Remembers that the Bum Bag trend is back with a vengeance*
Me: "No... Not like that!"
They look fine when they're worn as a cross body bag
@@imsmolandangery4274 do they though?
ArtemisScribe We must lead the way with BB-style pockets.
And no, bum bags don’t ever look fine.
That's a wonderful idea, I believe I make the slit on the back so as not to distract from the beautiful embroider and make it harder to pick.
@@imsmolandangery4274 Or if they're in the form of a sporran.