Hello! Welcome to my main channel, making videos on sewing, patterning, costuming, and historybounding. Currently posting new videos every possible Saturday morning :)
If I have a mission statement, it is accessibility. I'm not a professional, but I like to experiment, and I'll happily report my findings. I hope that every new thing I discover about patterning, fit, and construction help break down whatever barriers and intimidations are stopping you from sewing.
Love the way you think about it! 🤓❤ While I used to be very into the Kibbe system, I actually found it very difficult to fully separate the types, and place myself or others in just one category. It just feels too limiting. What I think of is also proportions. I am tall and slim. Long legs, but short torso (meaning a less defined waist, and though I don't have that much belly fat, it tends to be more visible because it is more 'squished together'). I have too much bust and hips to be a rectangle, but not enough to be a pear or hourglass. (maybe a slight pear, if I had to force myself into a category) I actually have fairly narrow shoulders, but my legs are very thin, making them appear wider than they actually are. I tried to look at my proportions as they are, and find out how to make them look their best, and most balanced. (much like you do) I do 2 things: - I try to choose exercises that work towards balancing my body. Something that develops my legs, butt and hips more, something that defines posture and shoulders (without making them wider), and I have managed to find an exercise that kind of creates some separation in the waist. - I try to focus outfits on a long vertical line, rather than a horizontal line (I did that for a long time, trying to emphasise some form of curves, and minimise my height - which didn't work that well) Practically, I found this: - I like a fit and flared style when it comes to jeans. I can't go too baggy, as it makes my legs look like toothpicks - but having the flare at the bottom gives the illusion of a coke bottle shape, while the fitted butt and thighs enhance some curve. I go for a mid high waist. Low waist makes it looks like I have no booty, but high waist makes my torso more bulky. Mid waist still enhance my curved hips, without disturbing the torso too much. - I actually avoid t-shirts, because they tend to create a horizontal line around the shoulders, making them look wider than they are, and also make my legs look even thinner, creating an inverted triangle. Instead, I go for spaghetti strap tops with a semi structured jacket (seam hitting exactly on the edge of the shoulder, hem right around the hip area) or long sleeved shirts (same seam and hem placement). Both create more of an elongated illusion, and don't 'disturb' the vertical visual. Took me a while to figure this out though. - For necklines, I prefer v-neck or a deep rounded one. It enhances the bust, and anything too close to my neck tend to make my jaw look more square and wide than it is. I do still love a boat neck or an off shoulder - but due to the horizontal line, I always make it long sleeve, and try to wear it with a short flared skirt, so it kind of balance out. I will often add a sneaker with a tall sole, or a heel, to keep some of the vertical line, since this outfit will focus more on the horizontal lines. But there will be two horizontal lines, with the waist being drawn in (creating more of an x shape). While still emphasising the length of the legs. - For skrits and dresses, a-line or slight fit and flare works best. I love a good defined waist, but as you mentioned yourself, it gets a bit too bulky on a short waist/torso. I go for short and wide, or long and wide. With short skirts that flare, I can go for slightly wider necklines, whereas with longer skirts, I try to go for a deeper one instead. It is actually very interesting once you get the hang of it. It is incredible how much you can change the impression of your body shape, by changing how you dress. 😅 But it seems increasingly more difficult to find good items in regular stores.
The regency wardrobe is stunning in every detail! if only you spoke much more slowly, so as to understand all of it; even with subtitles it was impossible for a foreigner to grasp it…
Hiiii very instructive video but there is something mussing to make more clear ...you didn't use "cm " bcs much countries use cm it's haaard for me to internalise inches i feel mixed up sooooo 😢😢😢😢😢 please next videos try to set as well" cm " thank you
I know this is an older video, but I was wondering if you ever planned on revisiting this pattern? I know your personal style has evolved but It's one of my favorites of yours and I revisit it all the time since I moved t9 florida. Fantastic job, these are all gorgeous
I have two pair of old leather horse riding Jodhpur boots. And I do love my leather soled boots. I always feel good wearing them. I guess There's a bit of grounding going on whilst I wear them.
Hi Maria! I just found your world building channel and went into your content and I’m in love! I’m here because I’m also an artist and I want to be an author and be able to make elaborate story like you, but I struggle with creativity when world building. I’m starting to think that the reason why is because I don’t absorb enough content for reference, so I wanted to ask if there’s any books or documentaries you might recommend that helped you make such detailed cultures? Thank you! And sorry this is a bit off topic from your video 😅
Hi Maria! I just found your world building channel and went into your content and I’m in love! I’m here because I’m also an artist and I want to be an author and be able to make elaborate story like you, but I struggle with creativity when world building. I’m starting to think that the reason why is because I don’t absorb enough content for reference, so I wanted to ask if there’s any books or documentaries you might recommend that helped you make such detailed cultures? Thank you! And sorry this is a bit off topic from your video 😅
While it's not a particularly angular feature, a wide strap with a small flutter sleeve at the cap may be an option to 'save' a low summer neckline because it will give the extra width from a puff or cap without any restriction or discomfort in warm weather. It is also worthwhile to go through your existing pieces like the one too long tartan dress and try some rehemming or other modification tweaks to test the theories by making them fit the design goals you are trying to achieve. It can get you a faster path to your end goal than starting over completely from scratch. A lot of the pieces you have are very close to what you need them to be.
Did you set your machine to "stretch" mode? Your seam looks like it is just a straight stitch, though I might have missed something. but I wonder if a stretch stitch would work better... never done a full knit garment before, but for crafts with scraps it seemed to help for me.
On the note of facial features relating to personality, there's actually truth to that, funnily enough! It's a psychological thing. Certain shapes evoke specific associations in the human brain (see the experiment with people matching made up words to different shapes). And we're very tuned in to people's faces. So the shapes of a person's face will make us view them in a particular way, completely subconsciously. And then when people's personality matches the expectations given by their faces, we respond more positively and comfortably with them, because it seems more harmonious and honest. This "trains" people to act in the way that gets them the most affirming reactions, all the way from childhood. And additionally, our idea of what we look like will also affect our self view. Pretty interesting stuff! Of course, personality is more complicated than that, but it's definitely a major factor
I'm so glad i found this video! I've been realizing my ideal style doesn't fit with most of what's in stores, and I want to learn to sew, so I can have a fusion between modern avant garde and historical techniques and cuts. Which means I'm going to need the fusion undergarments to go with it, so that's where I'm starting. And even though this here isn't really what I'll be doing, it will be a useful reference for when/if I want to try out knits in my weird, overly-ambitious project 😅
Thanks so much for the inspiration! I think about how my life has changed... We moved to the country and I'm tending muddy ducks and a garden. I'm working professionally only occasionally and mostly online. We now spend time with Mennonite neighbors. The ladies sew all their dresses. It now feels wrong to buy store-bought, like buying takeout instead of cooking a meal. I'm just a beginner and especially motivated because I've lost 40 pounds and still losing. I truly need clothing and I'm unwilling to buy it. Has anyone heard about the higher vibration of wool and linen?
6:45 wow. When you've mentioned a "modern expert", my first thought was immediately "Jenna Coleman" - but I wouldn't have though you'd actually go there! I have a very similar body type, dark hair, and a round face. Seeing her and her wardrobe on screen quite literally changed my life. I was never interested in giving any thought about clothes I wear, partly because of a snoobish teenage attitude, as I considered it vain - and partly because nothing that was popular and sold in stores even remotely resonated with me, or ever looked good on me, so every time I needed to buy clothes it was quite a mix of disgust, overwhelm at the amount of stuff I don't like, and feeling very down. Seeing Clara was the first time I went "This! I like all of this! It actually feels "me"!" In the end, I also build my wardrobe with a very mathematical approach. It went into a slightly different direction, as I prefer long skirts and a slightly more vintage, lacy looks - but Clara's influences were a very solid foundation, and the single most important step to actually feeling confident in my appearance.
I’ve now been sewing circle skirts for two years and finally am attempting to branch from full circle to the other sizes, and I have screenshots from October 2022 of this video I always fall back on. Thank you ❤
So lovely!!! In theatre we always leave 1" seam allowances in center back and side seams. Mostly so if later they need to be repurosed. This is also after we've made mock ups to fit perfectly! Then it's usually 1/2" seam allowances on other seams (depending on the shop). As far as draping or flat patterning I was trying to look up "wearing ease" in my patterning books but basically depending on what it is we always were told to leave a certain amount and not skin tight. For example if your waist is 26" you usually pattern for 27" unless it really bulky. For draping we had to drape with adding in the ease. If we were pulling a sloper pattern off the dress form for a basic flat patterning block then it's skin tight because the ease all depends on what you'll be flat patterning from the form (or if you are making a sloper for yourself and have made a sloper mock up). But yes, gurl! Add in that wearing ease and layer ease! 😉 There's other things I've learned from commerical patterns and patterning like the back shoulder seam is a weee bit wider and eases into the front seam. It's that little extra give when moving your arms. Patterning and how the body moves and the little secrets built into them are so fascinating!
can someone tell me why the measurements get bigger as we go down to smaller skirts? And how would you draw those in drafting? I mean, how is 200 inch circumference drafted on paper??
Hmm...I think what you are missing is the principles of insulation. Insulation works by trapping air between layers, so the more layers, the more air it traps...which is why housing insulation works so well, tons if tiny layers to trap air. If you use that idea in dressing, bloomers and a slip and a skirt are better than just bloomers and a skirt. 2 slips on cold days plus bloomers are even better. I love long floor length skirts in winter, but I am not wearing them for farm chores, as I get too hot. If I am going to town..they are the best, it is like wearing your bed with you...2 slips and a skirt over, I never get cold. In summer, skirts are so much cooler! Bonus with skirts, if you gain weight, pull the waist up, lose weight, waist down.
I just happened to come across your channel. I had to let you know that I thoroughly enjoyed watching this video. I am primarily a quilter but have an interest in period clothing and it's technical construction. I haven't made clothing much in the last few years since I focus on quilting. I've never made stays, but they are on my to-do list. Thanks again for this great tutorial.
Thank you for sharing your skills. Very clear and accurate. Specially as there are so many people that claims to know about sewing and just do such a bad job. Very grateful for your time and effort in putting this together.
Yup, that's a guinea fowl. I've raised them before, and that she looks exactly like my old birds. They are rediculously loud and obnoxious, particularly at 3 in the morning. They can make good alarm bird though. They also love to fly, and perch on TOP of the coop.
💜💜💜 love your story!! The dress is a chef’s kiss as is!! I found a pattern for the dress but I’m so glad I came across your channel!! And Congratulations!!
Did you make the dress that you're wearing in the intro? It so perfectly fits the 'gamine' dress designs you compiled and created for your 'analyzing my body type' video! I haven't watched more than just clips of Doctor who, but that outfit with hair and all looks like something Clara would wear. I love the neckline, it's almost sweetheart but with more straight geometric lines, those shorter sleeves you mentioned on Clara's altered collar dress, and perfect princess seams! It looks so ready to be worn with little short biker boots and a structured leather jacket.
I actually really like the lighting of your modern machine - it might not look good in person (idk), but in the video its such a warm light and feels super cozy - like candlelight almost!
I NEED TO STOP WEARING PLATIC BRAS in general and especially while working out! Please help me, I’m a 28 K and have a minimal amount of sewing experience and I want to learn more! Can I buy a pattern from you with my measurements or something like that?
I’ve been sewing as a hobby for 50 years: upholstery, bedding, quilting, garment construction. .. This video? Brilliant and concise. I love watching bright things and meticulously constructed things… might be owed to a degree in Accounting/BCIS/Math, but I think it’s you. 😀. Thank You. 👍🇺🇸🇨🇱
Thank you for sharing your beautiful love story! The hope your story can give to others is wonderful. The wedding and the way your loved ones came together to help us just incredible. Your wedding dress was gorgeous ❤️ I already loved your videos and style, but finding out that you have a love for homesteading/self reliance just made me love your channel even more. I want to live a life of beautiful practically.
I love this - it seems to be just what I'm looking for. @MariahPattie Does the bust rail work a bit like the underwiring in a modern bra (ie to prevent sagging)?
Hi. I am 50 and want to create my own wardrobe. I love regal, 18th century, but also chiffon type flair skirts. I also like to crochet tops and add lace to clothing. I have never sewn, except in school and I honestly don't know where and how and what. Any advice?
i don't like this push to "maximalize" everything. this is not my job. i do not need to set goals to make sure i achieve them. i do not need to reach maximum skill or results. it's enough to just enjoy doing a thing, for whatever reason. i have enough stress and pressure at work.
