You flipping over that pocket and it suddenly looking correct was such a light bulb moment. You do a really great job with your explanations! The instructions reminded me of those antique pattern books that will say like "make the pocket in the usual way" and then you have to do a bunch more research to figure out "the usual way". I do agree that bringing up the pleats a bit higher would look good.
Sewing patterns that say in the usual way aren't great but it sucks more when its a cooking recipe and you looking at 14th and 15th century and we don't have the guides to explain the usual way!
Nope nope nope, I am pretty sure this pattern would tackle me instead. Thank you for the thorough review, I watched this video while doing some frustrating sewing and it made me feel like I had some company for it.
You are so welcome, thanks for watching! And if you're still pushing through some frustrating bits, my 1940s Drafting video is equally full of trials and tribulations, if you need some virtual commiseration! XD
I think this is an argument for reading all the instructions first 😅 which I’m bad at. I’ve been doing a lot of building lately (I’m getting chickens) and reading the instructions through first would have saved me…so much time…so much. I’m also now questioning my fabric choice for the bodysuit, which sounded good but may not be what I want as of now 😂. Yay for mock-ups. Will double check after I get actual sleep. Your explanations are awesome and super helpful. Thank you for sharing!
Yea, it depends on what I’m making… sometimes I read it all, sometimes I skim, sometimes I don’t even glance. It really depends on my level of desired precision, and either prior understanding of the process or confidence in problem solving (or, in the case of sewing, how much fabric extra in case I mess up)!!
I was pregnant in California, fall thru spring, and many days were quite warm. My favorite dress was a light weight washable wool dress. Pink by the way. My mother made it for me and it was attractive and comfortable. This was in the 60s and synthetic fabrics were new and not very comfortable.
Thanks for the details on the pockets! I feel like side-closure pocket construction is the most difficult to figure out. Nice to visually see it. And that pocket embroidery detail is cuuuuute!! 😍
I finally understand the pockets and closures, thank you. I don't know if I'm at the skill level to tackle these pants yet, but I'm going to see if I can find some I can make.
A good and balanced look of a vintage pattern. There are always pros and cons to them. I’ve found that the instructions usually leave out things I think are important. I think I could make this but have such a long list of to do for sewing I would probably not add it to the list. Though I did enjoy your videos on it. Your pants turned out beautifully and look stunning on you!!
I totally understand the struggle of the To-Do list. Am currently trying to blow through all my fabric before we move in June and... checking some things off the list, but MAN it's slow work!!
Still loving the look of these pants, they suit you so beautifully. Now that you pointed out that the front pleat could be higher I can't unsee it and it would indeed improve on the already great look of these! Want to thank you for doing these behind the seams. And to applaud the very neat hooks and eyes!
In answer to your question: I would feel very confident to tackle this pattern after seeing the two videos you've made. But the main obstructionwould be sizing it up. Though the pockets are so nice...
thank you! Those hooks and eyes took *forever* (I did them just with normal thread, not embroidery floss, so it was thinnnnn)! But yes, once you see the pleat, it's like 😯😯. I actually just patterned out the next pair, which will have that pleat extended all the way up into the waistband... much better!
Super glad I tuned in for this one! I'm definitely going to be referencing this heavily when I go to make mine! Thank you for tackling it so that we can learn from your frustrations
I'm glad it was helpful, and definitely feel free to reference back as needed... the pockets can be easy to mix up, so just going slowly and step by step will definitely help!
as always a great explanation and your pocket explanation was great. I am looking at doing pants, because quite frankly I am sick of all the low waisted stuff that is sold as modern and due to current appley shapedness most repro 40s and 50s stuff doesn't fit. However after seeing these made up I realise that I am not a fan of the cuff on the bottom and probably don't want them quite that wide but now I know! Thank you as always :)
Thanks for the lovely words, and I'm glad it was helpful! They certainly are extremely wide, and that's something I too will probably pare back on in future versions (although it does make them extremely comfy). I hope these videos --and Rebecca's too-- will help you tweak your own pattern to get a perfect (or near-perfect) pair of slacks!
I just did those pants, which are actually drawers, and I'm still not sure how I managed that, so I'm not going to make any pants in the near future. I do have the pattern for the bicycle blommers - that one you did the fitted version. I have the fabric for it but I will have to do a mock-up (maybe even more then one). About this video I really liked the visual footage. That helps me a lot to understand how you did it 😃
So if you want a nearly identical style of pants, but with less challenge, can I suggest the Smooth Sailing trousers from Wearing History?! They come in multiple sizes, and I've heard very good things about them (the only complaint I've heard is that the legs are, indeed, very wide, but fortunately that's about the easiest fix one can make!). She has an Etsy store, but also a website, if you don't want to give commission fees to Etsy!
Whenever I'm working with a fabric that doesn't have a clear right or wrong side, I mark the wrong side of each piece with a W in tailor's chalk before I cut it out.
You flipping over that pocket and it suddenly looking correct was such a light bulb moment. You do a really great job with your explanations! The instructions reminded me of those antique pattern books that will say like "make the pocket in the usual way" and then you have to do a bunch more research to figure out "the usual way". I do agree that bringing up the pleats a bit higher would look good.
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it and learned something
Sewing patterns that say in the usual way aren't great but it sucks more when its a cooking recipe and you looking at 14th and 15th century and we don't have the guides to explain the usual way!
Thank you ,your information has made life a bit easier as sometimes I get confused with some patterns
You are so welcome!
Good overview of pants assembly. Thanks!
Nope nope nope, I am pretty sure this pattern would tackle me instead. Thank you for the thorough review, I watched this video while doing some frustrating sewing and it made me feel like I had some company for it.
You are so welcome, thanks for watching! And if you're still pushing through some frustrating bits, my 1940s Drafting video is equally full of trials and tribulations, if you need some virtual commiseration! XD
I think this is an argument for reading all the instructions first 😅 which I’m bad at. I’ve been doing a lot of building lately (I’m getting chickens) and reading the instructions through first would have saved me…so much time…so much. I’m also now questioning my fabric choice for the bodysuit, which sounded good but may not be what I want as of now 😂. Yay for mock-ups. Will double check after I get actual sleep. Your explanations are awesome and super helpful. Thank you for sharing!
Yea, it depends on what I’m making… sometimes I read it all, sometimes I skim, sometimes I don’t even glance. It really depends on my level of desired precision, and either prior understanding of the process or confidence in problem solving (or, in the case of sewing, how much fabric extra in case I mess up)!!
I was pregnant in California, fall thru spring, and many days were quite warm. My favorite dress was a light weight washable wool dress. Pink by the way. My mother made it for me and it was attractive and comfortable. This was in the 60s and synthetic fabrics were new and not very comfortable.
Thanks for the details on the pockets! I feel like side-closure pocket construction is the most difficult to figure out. Nice to visually see it. And that pocket embroidery detail is cuuuuute!! 😍
Glad it was helpful to more than just me!
I finally understand the pockets and closures, thank you. I don't know if I'm at the skill level to tackle these pants yet, but I'm going to see if I can find some I can make.
Glad it was helpful, and you can do it! Make an extra pocket mock-up if needed!
A good and balanced look of a vintage pattern. There are always pros and cons to them. I’ve found that the instructions usually leave out things I think are important.
I think I could make this but have such a long list of to do for sewing I would probably not add it to the list. Though I did enjoy your videos on it. Your pants turned out beautifully and look stunning on you!!
I totally understand the struggle of the To-Do list. Am currently trying to blow through all my fabric before we move in June and... checking some things off the list, but MAN it's slow work!!
I am a fan of the Hepburne/Bacall style, so good work pushing through making these trousers!
Thank you!! I do love a good pair of fashionable slacks, and these fit the bill (although next time I might go with a tad less volume!)
Still loving the look of these pants, they suit you so beautifully. Now that you pointed out that the front pleat could be higher I can't unsee it and it would indeed improve on the already great look of these! Want to thank you for doing these behind the seams. And to applaud the very neat hooks and eyes!
In answer to your question: I would feel very confident to tackle this pattern after seeing the two videos you've made. But the main obstructionwould be sizing it up. Though the pockets are so nice...
thank you! Those hooks and eyes took *forever* (I did them just with normal thread, not embroidery floss, so it was thinnnnn)! But yes, once you see the pleat, it's like 😯😯. I actually just patterned out the next pair, which will have that pleat extended all the way up into the waistband... much better!
Yay!! And hopefully Rebecca's video would be of use in the sizing-up process... plus Pocketsesss!
Super glad I tuned in for this one! I'm definitely going to be referencing this heavily when I go to make mine! Thank you for tackling it so that we can learn from your frustrations
I'm glad it was helpful, and definitely feel free to reference back as needed... the pockets can be easy to mix up, so just going slowly and step by step will definitely help!
as always a great explanation and your pocket explanation was great. I am looking at doing pants, because quite frankly I am sick of all the low waisted stuff that is sold as modern and due to current appley shapedness most repro 40s and 50s stuff doesn't fit. However after seeing these made up I realise that I am not a fan of the cuff on the bottom and probably don't want them quite that wide but now I know! Thank you as always :)
Thanks for the lovely words, and I'm glad it was helpful! They certainly are extremely wide, and that's something I too will probably pare back on in future versions (although it does make them extremely comfy). I hope these videos --and Rebecca's too-- will help you tweak your own pattern to get a perfect (or near-perfect) pair of slacks!
I just did those pants, which are actually drawers, and I'm still not sure how I managed that, so I'm not going to make any pants in the near future. I do have the pattern for the bicycle blommers - that one you did the fitted version. I have the fabric for it but I will have to do a mock-up (maybe even more then one).
About this video I really liked the visual footage. That helps me a lot to understand how you did it 😃
You're very welcome... and also, what are pants, really, but outer drawers?! Can't wait to see the bloomers come together!!
I definitely want to try these, but I don't know if my skills are up to the challenge yet...
So if you want a nearly identical style of pants, but with less challenge, can I suggest the Smooth Sailing trousers from Wearing History?! They come in multiple sizes, and I've heard very good things about them (the only complaint I've heard is that the legs are, indeed, very wide, but fortunately that's about the easiest fix one can make!). She has an Etsy store, but also a website, if you don't want to give commission fees to Etsy!
@@ShannonMakes Thanks!
Whenever I'm working with a fabric that doesn't have a clear right or wrong side, I mark the wrong side of each piece with a W in tailor's chalk before I cut it out.