The Cheapest Costume I've Ever Made (Compilation)

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A last minute invitation to an Edwardian themed event meant I had to throw together a 1910s costume VERY quickly and VERY cheaply.
This video is a compilation of the projects previous 2 parts, slip and dress.
My Sewing with a Disability Video: • Sewing with a Disabili...
Videos featured in the intro:
1930s Dress: • The best dress I've ev...
1940s Knickers: • I Made ENORMOUS Vintag...
1920s Dress: • I Made a 1920s Dress f...
1820s Dress Playlist: • The Making of Little D...
Chapters:
Introduction: 00:00
Research and Planning: 01:51
Drafting the Pattern 03:06
Basic Construction: 06:00
Adding the Ruffle: 08:19
Neckline and Armholes: 11:58
Buttonholes: 14:15
The Finished Slip: 16:02
The Dress: 17:13
Introduction: 19:40
So Many Toiles: 23:15
Making the Lining: 25:13
Making the Skirt: 28:13
Making the Dress: 32:23
The Finished Edwardian Dress: 34:11
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@Sincyn241 5 месяцев назад

Adding to my Watch Later, because I’m at work right now. Out of over 200 hundred channels I follow, yours is one of the handful I allow to notify me. Love the channel, Claude!

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

That's so kind of you to say! Thank you 🥰

@rebeccajohnson9804 4 месяца назад

Just got out of hospital for POTS related escapades and your videos have provided no end of comfort. I am revisiting your sewing with a disability videos and using those steps on my everyday life as I'm also to Ill to Sew. First steps to accepting I'm disabled and you have helped me to get there. I have so much love in my heart for you and so many thanks for continuing to share your work in different ways xx

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Thank you so much for your kind words and I wish you all the best 💜💚

@Noel.Chmielowiec 5 месяцев назад

I really like those compilations! They are like nice little invitations to binge older videos

@sublimnalphish7232 5 месяцев назад

That slip would make a cute summer dress! I like it.

@laurienorton7422 5 месяцев назад

I have been binge watching the older videos. I love your videos because you are open and honest. I can relate to many issues you encounter. I don't have a huge yarn stash, but I do need to work up what I have that isn't project dedicated. As a result I'm knitting beanie hats for charity with yarn I had no idea what else to use for... So one old yarn project completed allows me to start a new yarn project, lol.

@kiragarvie 5 месяцев назад

Honestly, Claude, THANK YOU for showing us costuming with affordable materials! I also cannot afford wool, and had completely written off the idea of trying any historical costuming because I just can't afford linen and wool. It just sometimes feels inaccessible unless you have hundreds of $$ (or pounds, I am in the US) to drop on fabric. Maybe I will rethink that decision though, after watching this video!

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

There's such a focus on 'accuracy' but we can't get anywhere near the quality and variety of fabrics they could in the past! Just because something is an accurate fibre doesn't mean it was exactly the type of fabric they would have used. So use what you can afford, or have in stash and make something that looks the part and feels spectacular!

@stevezytveld6585 5 месяцев назад

A suggestion from north of the border - check out Value Village on the regular. They have a fabric section, as well as the sheets and coverlets. I once found wool. Lots. And Lots. Of Wool. It is possible... But, given the restrictions, I try and find a fabric I like that seems to have the same degree of weight and drape of the "official" linen and wool. If you want to splurge, pick up a cotton lining for a small quilt - I use it to make shoulder pads and such. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

@IAmCraftingAgain 5 месяцев назад

It's great to watch these projects again!

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

I'm so glad you're enjoying them!

@elena---c1558 5 месяцев назад

this looks really good! I love the trims you used. seeing you take on a project like this is so inspiring, both from the use of almost entirely stash, the historical but not needing to be accurate perspective, and the sewing with disability. You are inspiring me to go digging through my stash and do some sewing at a pace my long covid can handle 😄💕

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Take your time ☺️ the goal is not just the finished garment but to enjoy the process! 💜💚

@Loralit4 5 месяцев назад

This is such a great idea to compile these videos. Also, you look so elegant sitting in the sun wearing your slip 😀

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

I love that shot! It's got my wishing for warmer weather!

@rosacanisalba 4 месяца назад

@@RetroClaude warmer weather is on its way. We just have to make it through February first...

@matr00n 5 месяцев назад

I'm commenting for the algorithm but also to let you know that It's actually really nice to have these longer compilation videos playing in the background as I'm doing chores.

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

Ahhh thank you! Just you wait I've got some even longer videos coming soon!

@armedvsokord 5 месяцев назад

I agree. I'm enjoying all the different content. Ask the support!

@stevezytveld6585 5 месяцев назад

@@RetroClaude You make for good company in the kitchen. Cheers! - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

@beth12svist 5 месяцев назад

These compilations make a nice accompaniment to my knitting - I used to do the same with the individual videos. 😅 And it's nice to see how a project comes together. I liked your clever solutions for the dress when I saw it the first time, and I think I like it even more the second time around! The underarm issue is relatable. I made a self-drafted blouse somewhat like this from a vintage fabric that I had a limited amount of (so I feared cutting anything more complex out of it - much like this project, too), and I have the same problem there... I think underarm gussets are indeed the way to go.

@kaytiej8311 5 месяцев назад

The growing panic is palpable. I was all tied up in knots by the end! Gulp!

@theresaanndiaz3179 5 месяцев назад

I watched this as I worked on an Edwardian walking skirt that I only had a week to make.We got a last minute invitation to a 1906 themed event. I thought my old Edwardian suit was going to fit and didn't bother to try it on until a couple of days ago. So I had to draft a pattern and sew a skirt. Of course, I over compensated and made it too big ( and long too! ).

@jeaneford6895 5 месяцев назад

Love the green dress you are wearing.

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

Thank you!

@abbielynnjuett4031 5 месяцев назад

I am so pleased you had fun. Even as an extreme novice compared to you, I have had to meet deadlines similarly, with similar constraints. But to say you had fun is no understatement!!! I am proud of you and your accomplishments. 💚💚💚

@rdfjfgjyfdhfghy67456 4 месяца назад

That gathering trick of using pins changed the game for me! I love these budget-sewing compilations! Thank you for sharing ❤

@matthodek 5 месяцев назад

I like how it turned out in the end. It's great that you can be honest and critical about it, and still be proud of what you accomplished. The design drawings you were showing are very nice. Have you done any drawing for more artistic purposes?

@cherylrosbak4092 4 месяца назад

You know, it might not be period accurate but it looks great on you! And it's fun to see how much someone can accomplish with so little money and time just in comparison to all the perfectly-sewn-in-expensive-fabric projects around.

@KenZchameleon 5 месяцев назад

Yay, another compilation! I love seeing your older projects.😊

@linr8260 4 месяца назад

I still really like the general look of this dress (and I'm weak for black velvet lol) but the slip is what gives me massive envy.

@procrasticrafting 5 месяцев назад

As a fellow scoliosis sufferer, I really appreciate seeing what you do to account for your spine curvatures as it gives me somewhere to start when I run into for issues

@pkwork 5 месяцев назад

Loved this one! The more video editing one does, the more critical one becomes of the filming, but it is all good in the end!! Thanks for sharing! You remain an inspiration to me through my own hilly journey.

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

I think that's part of my issue. I was a bit embarrassed to reshare some of my earlier videos because I've gotten so much better over the years! But the information in them is still good and hopefully people will enjoy them still! 💚

@fooledtook 4 месяца назад

I love being reminded of your older projects! These compilations are such nice company for drinking my morning coffee

@m.maclellan7147 5 месяцев назад

This dress was quite the journey ! Proud of you that you got it done & on such a tiny budget. I know your not 100 % happy with it, but I think it looks very good on, and it is comfortable, so that is a major plus for me !

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

I feel much better about the final dress with a little distance l. Not bad at all for my limited time and money!

@Westibule 4 месяца назад

I really appreciate how dedicated you had to be to your budget - it seems to be a forgotten reality sometimes that not everyone can afford to splash out on wonderful and expensive materials

@JenniferElise 4 месяца назад

I get wrapped up in all the reasons why quick projects won't work and convince myself that 6 months is already too late. You remind me to just do it and while it might not be perfect it'll still be cute and the next time will be better!

@LixiaWinter 4 месяца назад

When you point out the issues with the dress, I totally see them and agree that the thing could be improved. But also in the next second I see very lovely dress that is so cute❤️

@kristenpeters4434 5 месяцев назад

Adding this to watch later! 😊

@mandelade 5 месяцев назад

Those compilations are great

@emilysmith2784 4 месяца назад

That slip fits you sooo well. I am jealous of your fitting skills. Love the yellow ribbon too. And back to watching for part two 😂

@susannemallmann2018 5 месяцев назад

This dress suits you so well. The fit, the color, the style. I love it!

@hannahv1930 5 месяцев назад

it's absolutely gorgeous the black details really make the design. It's very flattering silhouette!

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Thank you! I'm so glad you like it!

@kachnickau 5 месяцев назад

Lovely video, thank you

@rivergalen4020 5 месяцев назад

Here's a sacrifice for the algorithm

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

Thank you most kindly 🌼💚🍰

@SonniXD 5 месяцев назад

I should give something to the algorithm as well right? 🤔 Ähm .... Here's a cookie 🍪 😅

@sonipitts 5 месяцев назад

And my axe! 🪓

@deehappy43 5 месяцев назад

🎉🎉😅

@armedvsokord 5 месяцев назад

🪻 does the algorithm like flowers?

@anetajezewska-singh4392 4 месяца назад

Oh, I'm making a top with that exact brown viscose. I bought it because of your mentioning of it in this video first time you posted it. I like how out feels. Your dress is looking great! Despite all the things - definitely more than ok 😃

@chrissy24-7 4 месяца назад

This is a really lovely slip, and I'm certain people with spinal differences existed in period 😉 ❤

@samanthaturner1836 4 месяца назад

Loved how the skirt turned out! I would love to see you attempt this style again with time on your side. I think you were really on to something with the reinforcement in the skirt without a corset. It looked lovely! I think the blouse did just need more gathers in the front to pull it forward, but this blouse just looked like a modern take! Wonderful!

@mikeymullins5305 5 месяцев назад

I am shocked that you didn't make a corset bc I've only seen the dress, not watched this vid, and id always thought it was extremely fitted and smooth!

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Haha! Excellent! I'm so pleased you said that! It means my plan worked!

@MegaSnowcat 5 месяцев назад

I love this video, it really cheered me up after a long day.

@sheilawaterman9196 5 месяцев назад

I enjoy watching such accomplished sewing. I love your compilations 😊

@stevezytveld6585 5 месяцев назад

I'm presently attempting to teach myself how to tat. And I may have a lace-making pillow on the way from the UK... I figure any wonky thing I produce just might be nicer than the polyester stuff... The dress is absolutely Stunning (psst - stop fussing, it's beautiful). Well done. Hope you had a lovely time. The compilations are wonderful. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

@ellie38gwen 5 месяцев назад

It's so wonderful to watch this again. I hope the algorithm loves it and spreads the word about your awesome combination of historic, modern, achievable and accessible. Quick question: does playback speed affect how the algorithm behaves? I often watch on 1.25 as weirdly it helps my brain focus but don't want it to affect you. Thanks 😊 P.s. second question (I'm aware how annoying people suggesting careers is when it's your energy stopping you not your desire) Would you ever consider doing paid e consults to help people stuck with fit issues? A little like what you do for Engineering knits. Obviously at a price that would make it worth it and a shorter time.

@stevezytveld6585 5 месяцев назад

That is brilliant... {Consider this, oh Algorithmic Gods, both the old and the AI, my interactive tribute} - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

@fernshepherd3416 Месяц назад

Once again I am enjoying this compilation (and a re-watch, as I watched the originals when they came out) while I do my stitching 🪡💙

@kuru_kuru_yarn 5 месяцев назад

I enjoyed this video so much! Thank you 😊

@ceci905 5 месяцев назад

Sewing clothes!!! It's cool stuff 😎

@emppulina 5 месяцев назад

Thank you for this nice compilation!

@rachelmayes298 4 месяца назад

I think you did amazingly well. Thoroughly enjoyed watching you sew I always enjoy your channel.

@catherinejustcatherine1778 5 месяцев назад

It's a very cute dress! Thank you for sharing

@twinnish 4 месяца назад

I like this project and I think that the weights on that dress looks amazing. I understand some of the issues that you had with it as I recently seen another dress with more of the pigeon breast construction in the front but I think it overall looks really nice and I like the vibe - it’s soft and gentle looking and comfortable and not too much froufrou. The velvet and lace though are a pretty touch.

@ReinaElizondo 4 месяца назад

I like it! It's very flattering and gives the historic vibes.

@pippaseaspirit4415 5 месяцев назад

This dress suits you really well. You look gorgeous in it 👍🏻

@roadrunnercrazy 4 месяца назад

I think that turned out very well!

@jomama5186 4 месяца назад

Veronica and super clever ! It is beautiful ❤ 🙏

@marcco44 5 месяцев назад

❤‍🔥❤‍🔥❤‍🔥the back round music🌹

@KatiJaha 5 месяцев назад

I love these compilation videos.

@lucyj8204 5 месяцев назад

I enjoyed this video enormously, and I like the finished project! But then I am Edwardian history bounding today so I may just be disproportionately forgiving of how historically accurate something needs to be.

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

I'm so glad you enjoyed it!

@vikkizoo1 4 месяца назад

Supporting your compilations. ❤️

@user-ur6xg5wi5f 4 месяца назад

Huh, yeah, that looks okay.... I think that is the theme of my life.. I am so impressed with how you worked out of your stash.

@ramonacowman7409 4 месяца назад

Very cute! Thank you for sharing!❤

@user-ho2us3mm6i 4 месяца назад

I learn so much from your videos! Every challenge for you means a piece of wisdom for me, thank you for sharing all of your challenges and solutions! Both of these turned out great!

@silver5515 4 месяца назад

This came out lovely!

@boops1192 5 месяцев назад

Using what you have? Period! Keeping the budget? Period! Piecing is period and there’s an absence of it entirely…except if we call those last bits of velvet “pieces” 🤷🏻‍♀️? Period! See! You had all manner of period accuracy going on ❤

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

A very good point! My sewing experience was very historical even if the construction wasn't ☺️

@boops1192 4 месяца назад

@@RetroClaude 😘 ‘Tis pique

@BlackPearlTea 4 месяца назад

I absolutely love it

@norapeterson6331 4 месяца назад

Ooo I love the background

@Sewmanyoptions 4 месяца назад

Commenting for the algorithm and as a fellow ME warrior ❤

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Oh thank you so much for your support 🥰 comments always help! 😁

@soberanobrasil9370 3 месяца назад

Valeu!

@emilinebelle7811 2 месяца назад

How does one get an invitation to a period event? I love the idea.

@sallaisosaari4652 5 месяцев назад

😊

@thisismyname3328 5 месяцев назад

Algorithm engagement. Have a good one

@RetroClaude 5 месяцев назад

Thanks for the view! 🥰

@rosacanisalba 4 месяца назад

Commenting for the algae riddem

@poetmaggie1 4 месяца назад

I hate to think about that great dress hanging unused in the closet now the party is over.

@CraftsyPenguin 5 месяцев назад

Added to the chronological playlist ru-vid.com/group/PLfEU046kSCXbS0pOD-m3ApThqvyQpkSxi&si=MKzGgOclWkjfmq80 and watched. Love the flexibility exercise at the end :)) Am I going to comment with the link to the playlist at every new video? Probably. At least until someone tells me not to :D

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

Thank you!

@RetroClaude 4 месяца назад

I'm certainly not going to stop you! 😂

@Pinguinpullover 4 месяца назад

The fabric covered buttons are for linen pillowcases and duvet covers. not for lingerie. lingerie buttons are half the size of the ones you have there.

@lesliehyde 4 месяца назад

It would seem that you need some free help from someone who could half drape, half draft a master pattern (or how many time periods that you are interested in making clothing from) plan for you from your underbust to mid-thigh . Granted, I completely understand some of what you're going through health wise as I have my own shit show of chronic illnesses and chronic pain.

@user-wl8rr7wb4y 5 месяцев назад

The irony is that beautiful Edwardian slip dress 👗 could be worn on its own in today's world. As a sundress😊. It's interesting Madonna took lingerie out of the drawers and starting wearing them as outerwear 😊. Most of us haven't been 🔙 since😊.