I have one knit dress that’s a very stretchy 4-way knit and the pockets sag when I put anything in them. I went back in and straight stitched some twill tape to the side seams down to the pocket area and now it doesn’t sag. Woot!
Your hems end up different lengths because the sewing machine foot is slightly gathering the bottom with the back down. I recommend getting a roller foot that sends both the top and the bottom fabric at the same speed it's used mainly for vertical front seems, darts anywhere where you do not want gathering. Just remember sewing machine feet aside from the walking foot and the rolling put cause the bottom fabric to gather even very so slightly.❤
@@gettheetothestitchery I've also heard that skirts/dresses should hang for at least overnight before hemming because the fabric can relax and hems can turn out uneven.
I made a similar dress in the 70s using a Stretch & Sew pattern about a dozen times. I changed the sleeves and lengths and that was all I wore for years
My mom has a pattern like that. It was a halter neck with a racer back. It's from the 70s, and she still uses it. Now, mostly bathing suit coverup/super easy summer dress. But she also used it to make my 8th grade graduation dress out of a leopard velveteen (it was '97). She still has the dress. She throws it on to run to the store or just relax around the house. (I went up a size and got boobs, so the chesr got too tight. *Sigh. It was really comfy.)
You have a dress for every season (spring - pink, summer - yellow, autumn - purple, winter - blue). Nice job. They all look really good on you. Congrats.
I love them all: the yellow is cute and girly with "picnic" vibes, the purple colour blocked is sophisticated, the blue is opulent and swishy, the peach with the turtle neck is perfect for slightly cooler weather - what's not to love? Variations on the same theme but each with their own personality - well done! 😊
I love how you figured out all the different pockets for this pattern! Seriously, this is part of why I love sewing and I wish there was a men’s pattern equivalent for me to experiment with for myself. I mean, I can always make my preteen daughter a half dozen of this dress and I guess I’m good with that too lol
I love how the sky blue dress turned out! I keep wondering how the purple & pattern dress would look with the pattern on the centre panel & sleeves and the purple on the side panels, but that's just me. I think it's because all the versions look vaguely like they could be Star Trek: The Next Generation costumes.
Your machine will ‘punch’ through the blue as it is a different structure to the others, glad you got the right combo in the end and sometimes it is trial and error. Well done, love your enthusiasm and bravery. 👍
The yellow one with the little ruffle is definitely my favorite. The sheer joy on your face makes me love all of them though, even if they aren't something I would personally wear
The turtle neck collar looks impossibly hard to make, and yet, look how good it looks. Knits on a standard machine is my worst sewing fear. Nice job, all the way around.
There's something so comforting about the "Later taters!" at the end. As an avid consumer of potatoes and TH-cam videos, I accept my nature as a potato. Somehow that's what I needed this semester. Thank you :)
A slip will eliminate much of your see-through situation and allow your dresses to hang even better. Many dresses are improved with a slip under them. Try it and see if you agree. There are basic slips and also specialty slips. Also, a slip under your full petticoat will keep your legs from being scratched or you can even line it with something smooth.
Slips are great. If you have one that is comfortable and weighty enough you’ll wear it for sure. They make your dresses and skirts skim over your body. Best of all, if you’ve been sitting down and then get up while finding that your clothes are sticking to the back your leg; it will be your slip and not your dress.
@@gitouttamycage9221 It’s definitely hard to find a good variety in a store. Bigger department stores will have them. But Amazon is where I bought mine.
Nice experiment. You might find investing in a walking foot will help with sewing jersey materials on your machine. It will help feed the fabric top and bottom layer together and stop the bottom layer creeping up and ending up shorter than the top layer. The walking foot will also be helpful for the same reason if you ever dive into quilting! I only learnt about the uses of a walking foot after I had sewed and quilted my first baby quilt for a friend and had a “difficult” time with the quilting. You live and you learn 😊
I think the yellow one with the ruffle is the cutest on you. The blue one is definitely swishiest, though! Very cute! And yes, kirtles are comfy and easy to make. My daughter nabbed one of mine from my SCA days, and basically lived in the thing for a couple of years. LOL
19:02 Depending on how much you have left of the pink you could combine it with the leopard print to make a pajama set that has a pair of shorts and a matching cami
Amazing video! And thank you for showing the issues with the sewing machine because I always felt like I was just incompetent or had a bad machine whenever something like that happened to me!
OMG, SO CUTE! this took me down quite the rabbit hole on Simplicity's website, looking for plus-sized alternatives. (I could size up, but why make it harder?) That yellow gingham with the white ruffle and patch pockets is so stinkin' adorable. Also, your dog kills me. Mine is generally off camera shouting at something.
14:13 lol i always just take a scrap piece of the fabric with me (whenever i forget to grab matching thread when i buy each of my fabrics lol) in my handbag to more easily find the best color match lol saves me money too bc i dont always have extra
Very nice! I have a pattern I use over and over, altering some each time. Probably used it more than a dozen times! Why mess with what works? Lol! Thanks for the inspiration!
My favorite garment is a drawstring skirt. I have 3 colors. Very versatile. Different tops and shoes change the look. Knee socks means I can wear them in the winter, too. I teach, so I am comfortable and still can pass as professional.
Same! I got mine from woman within on sale and I wear them all daily. They're different shades of denim and khaki and they go with all of my shirts and I can dress it up or down depending on how I'm feeling. I wear stockings and sweaters with it in the winter.
@@michellethiesen7972 Exactly. I got 2 from the site, and miraculously found one at a thrift store. After a decade of wearing one every week and they start wearing out, but they are awesome.
I figured out what this dress reminds me of...picture it. Long sleeves and short short skifmrt! Figure skating out fit from the 70's-80's. I need to go make some
I really like the yellow one... but I don't care for the collar specifically on the pink... Personal preference probably. That blue one is fantastic too.
16:12 does anyone remember those fabulous sweaters that were ribbed and the sleeves were fitted but the sleeves’ hems flared out from the wrist to snugly land at your knuckles? I absolutely loved those sweaters they were v-necked and were super flattering lol
Wow ! Love the purple and the blue dresses , Its about time i got my sewing machine out of mothballs thank you for sharing, I've subscribed and going to binge watch your channel ❤ 🇬🇧 xx
I give you all the credit in the world for sewing knits on a regular machine! I don’t know if it is me or my machine, or the two of us combined, but it gives me absolute fits! Without my serger I would never buy knits.
Hi I have just watched this ,on July 9th 2023 ,and I absolutely love this pattern so much so I went on Amazon and purchased it ,now all I have to do is get the fabric 😊 thank you ,I have been binge watching your work and I love it all ❤
I am so happy I finally stumbled onto this video. I have been trying to figure out for months what pattern you used for your dresses. 😊 Today was my lucky day. Just ordered the pattern as well. Keep doing, what you are doing. You are awesome!
Very cute dresses! Especially like the slightly kirtle inspired long one. So pretty! I do use my early mediaeval living history clothes as lounge wear all the time, so yay for mediaeval comfy clothes :)
I believe a 90/12 is for denim. Not surprising it was making holes. A 70 ballpoint or stretch fabric needle. Love your attitude to sewing. Willing to experiment and give it a try.
Hi there, Thank you for being so real in your videos and leaving in the mistakes that get made so we can learn with you and from your experiences. I am trying to make this dress for the first time and I am running into obstacles; so I'm wondering if it you are able to show us a detailed explanation of how to work the sleeves and the neckline as the pattern instructions are not very forthcoming (or maybe I am just that inexperienced) because after attaching the neckline to the dress I some how wound up with a stunted turtleneck instead of a nice neat close to the border neckline. Hopefully you see this comment considering it is being put on an old video and you are willing/able to film this request without incurring copyright zingers. Keep up the good work, "Necklines are weird".
Great variations. I have a pattern similar to this, and have made several versions of it, but did not change sleeves or widths. It does not have any sleeves. You have given me some ideas to try. Oh yes, my pattern is for woven fabric, so I just may try it with some knits.
I totally get that! Every time I get out a pattern, I'm like "I understand why so many people prefer these. I just don't actually... understand it." hahahahahahha
You're the only person I've ever heard call it JoAnn instead of JoAnn's (even though you are correct it just sounds odd, lol) Thank you for all of the great videos, I've been binge watching any chance I get ❤
I absolutely love that pattern! It’s amazing what you did with it! I want to say I like the blue one best because I love long flowing dresses but if I had to make a choice of one and the blue wasn’t available I’d be hard pressed to choose!! They are all beautiful!!!!!😊
do you make any overbust adjustments to patterns? This is something I'm learning recently - feels like a game changer. I notice some gather patterns that might make that an applicable flattering approach for you too! These videos are fantastic, you are fantastic, and that blue dress is giving elsa/cinderella and is STUNNING! Very hyped if you do explore historical fashion ideas xx
The pink and cream is actually super cute. I'm actually thinking of getting that pattern and just doing a full cream version if I can find the fabric. Thanks for the ideas
Apparently, the shape of the raglan sleeve was easier for Lord Raglan to put on by himself after the loss of his arm. It was devised by his tailor at his request.
The blue one gives me the vibe of the dress from The Princess Bride that I have wanted to make since I was about 7
So much of this!! ❤
I have one knit dress that’s a very stretchy 4-way knit and the pockets sag when I put anything in them. I went back in and straight stitched some twill tape to the side seams down to the pocket area and now it doesn’t sag. Woot!
Oh thank you!
So I think I've found a new TH-camr to binge
Your hems end up different lengths because the sewing machine foot is slightly gathering the bottom with the back down. I recommend getting a roller foot that sends both the top and the bottom fabric at the same speed it's used mainly for vertical front seems, darts anywhere where you do not want gathering. Just remember sewing machine feet aside from the walking foot and the rolling put cause the bottom fabric to gather even very so slightly.❤
Great tip, thank you!
@@gettheetothestitchery I've also heard that skirts/dresses should hang for at least overnight before hemming because the fabric can relax and hems can turn out uneven.
I use a digital dual feed foot and this still happens to me from time to time. And both fabrics are set to feed at the same time.
@lisaalene - great advice! Thank You!
I made a similar dress in the 70s using a Stretch & Sew pattern about a dozen times. I changed the sleeves and lengths and that was all I wore for years
My mom has a pattern like that. It was a halter neck with a racer back. It's from the 70s, and she still uses it. Now, mostly bathing suit coverup/super easy summer dress.
But she also used it to make my 8th grade graduation dress out of a leopard velveteen (it was '97).
She still has the dress. She throws it on to run to the store or just relax around the house.
(I went up a size and got boobs, so the chesr got too tight. *Sigh. It was really comfy.)
I've made a few medieval dresses out of flannelet sheets and there so comfy and easy to make. There my go to lazy dress. They also make grate nightys.
Wow. you somehow managed to combine athleisure and historybounding in that blue dress. That's so weird and absolutely fantastic!
Very 60’s meets medieval vibes
You have a dress for every season (spring - pink, summer - yellow, autumn - purple, winter - blue). Nice job. They all look really good on you. Congrats.
A dress for all seasons
I love them all: the yellow is cute and girly with "picnic" vibes, the purple colour blocked is sophisticated, the blue is opulent and swishy, the peach with the turtle neck is perfect for slightly cooler weather - what's not to love? Variations on the same theme but each with their own personality - well done! 😊
I love how you figured out all the different pockets for this pattern! Seriously, this is part of why I love sewing and I wish there was a men’s pattern equivalent for me to experiment with for myself. I mean, I can always make my preteen daughter a half dozen of this dress and I guess I’m good with that too lol
I'd love you to revist this pattern and make skirts and t-shirts. Because showing how to alter a pattern you love can never end.
I love how the sky blue dress turned out!
I keep wondering how the purple & pattern dress would look with the pattern on the centre panel & sleeves and the purple on the side panels, but that's just me.
I think it's because all the versions look vaguely like they could be Star Trek: The Next Generation costumes.
The blue one and the yellow are my favorites! I love the ruffle detail on the yellow one and the elegance of the blue one is 😍
Wow! Very impressive…one basic pattern, four great looks! Love the way you are not afraid to explore and embark on mucho creativity!
I NEED a cowl neck on this dress!!! 😍
Oooooo that's going on my list to try for sure!!
@@gettheetothestitchery can't wait to see it!! 😍
Your machine will ‘punch’ through the blue as it is a different structure to the others, glad you got the right combo in the end and sometimes it is trial and error. Well done, love your enthusiasm and bravery. 👍
I'm getting Buttercup from Princess Bride vibes from that blue dress and I absolutely love it!
That feeling of "why is this so much harder than it needs to be" is the reason only half my wants become haves
The blue one looks ready to sweep across a dance floor
Would for sure love to swipe the purple
The yellow one with the little ruffle is definitely my favorite. The sheer joy on your face makes me love all of them though, even if they aren't something I would personally wear
All four are cute. But Wow the blue dress is great.
The turtle neck collar looks impossibly hard to make, and yet, look how good it looks. Knits on a standard machine is my worst sewing fear.
Nice job, all the way around.
There's something so comforting about the "Later taters!" at the end. As an avid consumer of potatoes and TH-cam videos, I accept my nature as a potato. Somehow that's what I needed this semester. Thank you :)
A slip will eliminate much of your see-through situation and allow your dresses to hang even better. Many dresses are improved with a slip under them. Try it and see if you agree. There are basic slips and also specialty slips. Also, a slip under your full petticoat will keep your legs from being scratched or you can even line it with something smooth.
Slips are great. If you have one that is comfortable and weighty enough you’ll wear it for sure. They make your dresses and skirts skim over your body. Best of all, if you’ve been sitting down and then get up while finding that your clothes are sticking to the back your leg; it will be your slip and not your dress.
Can you still BUY a slip in a store??
@@gitouttamycage9221
It’s definitely hard to find a good variety in a store. Bigger department stores will have them. But Amazon is where I bought mine.
Nice experiment. You might find investing in a walking foot will help with sewing jersey materials on your machine. It will help feed the fabric top and bottom layer together and stop the bottom layer creeping up and ending up shorter than the top layer. The walking foot will also be helpful for the same reason if you ever dive into quilting! I only learnt about the uses of a walking foot after I had sewed and quilted my first baby quilt for a friend and had a “difficult” time with the quilting. You live and you learn 😊
I think the yellow one with the ruffle is the cutest on you. The blue one is definitely swishiest, though! Very cute! And yes, kirtles are comfy and easy to make. My daughter nabbed one of mine from my SCA days, and basically lived in the thing for a couple of years. LOL
19:02 Depending on how much you have left of the pink you could combine it with the leopard print to make a pajama set that has a pair of shorts and a matching cami
You are fearless, I have such trouble with stretch fabric. They do make jersey needles. But I still have trouble.
Amazing video! And thank you for showing the issues with the sewing machine because I always felt like I was just incompetent or had a bad machine whenever something like that happened to me!
Love this. All the pocket variety is great. I have never thought of playing with pockets. Which is funny I rearrange every thing else in patterns
It's a lot of fun! Basic side seams pockets are nice and easy, but there's actually so many ways to get creative instead!
OMG, SO CUTE! this took me down quite the rabbit hole on Simplicity's website, looking for plus-sized alternatives. (I could size up, but why make it harder?) That yellow gingham with the white ruffle and patch pockets is so stinkin' adorable.
Also, your dog kills me. Mine is generally off camera shouting at something.
So…. Did you find a plus size alternative? 😅😅😅
14:13 lol i always just take a scrap piece of the fabric with me (whenever i forget to grab matching thread when i buy each of my fabrics lol) in my handbag to more easily find the best color match lol saves me money too bc i dont always have extra
You are a genius!
Very nice! I have a pattern I use over and over, altering some each time. Probably used it more than a dozen times! Why mess with what works? Lol!
Thanks for the inspiration!
Love the swooshy skirt on the ice blue dress
Ooh, I'd love a kirtle series! :D That blue one is stunning, and though I do NOT show my upper arms, that yellow is super cute!
Yas! Bring back dresses, I love them!
The maxi blue dress could have pockets to either side of the dress there are three panels that meet at the side ,left or right or both .
My favorite garment is a drawstring skirt. I have 3 colors. Very versatile. Different tops and shoes change the look. Knee socks means I can wear them in the winter, too. I teach, so I am comfortable and still can pass as professional.
Same! I got mine from woman within on sale and I wear them all daily. They're different shades of denim and khaki and they go with all of my shirts and I can dress it up or down depending on how I'm feeling. I wear stockings and sweaters with it in the winter.
@@michellethiesen7972 Exactly. I got 2 from the site, and miraculously found one at a thrift store. After a decade of wearing one every week and they start wearing out, but they are awesome.
the purple and pattern is my favorite.
altho the blue one is lovely (i would never use that pocket tho)
The changes you added in the blue dress are fantastic
Maybe I'm just a pushover for long, swirly skirts, but I love the blue one. The others look nice, but the blue one is very nice.
2 suggestions, try a microtex needle. They are super sharp and work well. Also, try sew your knits with a narrow longer zig zag stitch.
I figured out what this dress reminds me of...picture it. Long sleeves and short short skifmrt! Figure skating out fit from the 70's-80's.
I need to go make some
I really like the yellow one... but I don't care for the collar specifically on the pink... Personal preference probably. That blue one is fantastic too.
21:03 with a different neckline this entire concept would make a gorgeous little nightie
16:12 does anyone remember those fabulous sweaters that were ribbed and the sleeves were fitted but the sleeves’ hems flared out from the wrist to snugly land at your knuckles? I absolutely loved those sweaters they were v-necked and were super flattering lol
Love the twirling swirling and the pocketty joy! 😊
I routinely put machines in “time out” when I can’t get them to work.
I found the dress I liked in your quilt dress video - so happy!
must find the pattern!!!!!
Wow ! Love the purple and the blue dresses , Its about time i got my sewing machine out of mothballs thank you for sharing, I've subscribed and going to binge watch your channel ❤ 🇬🇧 xx
I give you all the credit in the world for sewing knits on a regular machine! I don’t know if it is me or my machine, or the two of us combined, but it gives me absolute fits! Without my serger I would never buy knits.
Hi I have just watched this ,on July 9th 2023 ,and I absolutely love this pattern so much so I went on Amazon and purchased it ,now all I have to do is get the fabric 😊 thank you ,I have been binge watching your work and I love it all ❤
I am so happy I finally stumbled onto this video. I have been trying to figure out for months what pattern you used for your dresses. 😊
Today was my lucky day. Just ordered the pattern as well. Keep doing, what you are doing. You are awesome!
I like all .blue one my favorite.
If you want an awesome knit top. Agnes from Tilly and the Buttons is my go to.
The dress with the ruffled hem is my favorite, very cute!
Just picked up the pattern today after finding some fabric that reminds me of an old knit shirt i wore to death. VERY excited to make it!
Very cute dresses! Especially like the slightly kirtle inspired long one. So pretty! I do use my early mediaeval living history clothes as lounge wear all the time, so yay for mediaeval comfy clothes :)
Enjoyed your lovely video. Isn't wonderful when you find a great pattern that sparks your imagination?
The long blue dress is stunning! It’s my favorite
The yellow dress is so beautiful with the ruffles. Can you show us how you did the ruffles in detail?
Light blue with front pocket...would love to see that one in linen...mmm.
Wonderful dresses!! The blue one is killer gorgeous!! Love the creative front pocket.
Okay I adore the sky blue dress!!! So much twirl!!!!
Love all the dresses 👗 the blue is chef's kiss👌
I believe a 90/12 is for denim. Not surprising it was making holes. A 70 ballpoint or stretch fabric needle. Love your attitude to sewing. Willing to experiment and give it a try.
You can buy a 90 for many styles of needles. Universal, stretch, denim, ballpoint, etc.
💜👗 the purple color block is so fun
I now kinda want to make the blue one in a heavier fabric, for a winter dress. So I can wear pants underneath and stay coozy.
I just scored this pattern at a thrift shop for $1!! Can’t wait to make a bunch up!
Hi there, Thank you for being so real in your videos and leaving in the mistakes that get made so we can learn with you and from your experiences. I am trying to make this dress for the first time and I am running into obstacles; so I'm wondering if it you are able to show us a detailed explanation of how to work the sleeves and the neckline as the pattern instructions are not very forthcoming (or maybe I am just that inexperienced) because after attaching the neckline to the dress I some how wound up with a stunted turtleneck instead of a nice neat close to the border neckline. Hopefully you see this comment considering it is being put on an old video and you are willing/able to film this request without incurring copyright zingers. Keep up the good work, "Necklines are weird".
I absolutely love the blue dress
The swoosh 😍
😻 cool pattern. Pretty dresses. So much swooosh on the blue one 😻😻😻 awesome 😎 I need to make one with swoosh 😊
Girl yes when it sounds like it's hitting a leather omg the struggle is real
All amazing dresses, the blue one is my favourite though. Think I have to get that pattern!!!!
Great variations. I have a pattern similar to this, and have made several versions of it, but did not change sleeves or widths. It does not have any sleeves. You have given me some ideas to try.
Oh yes, my pattern is for woven fabric, so I just may try it with some knits.
PS this was a blast to watch and the outtakes were great!!
This was a fun one! I wish I could wing it with pattern drafting like you, but patterns give me comfort lol!
I totally get that! Every time I get out a pattern, I'm like "I understand why so many people prefer these. I just don't actually... understand it." hahahahahahha
I’ve used a Schmetz Microtex needle successfully with knits
THIS is my kind of dress! I am a dress person on certain days and this would work for me! Thanks for the tip!
Loved the purple one💃☺👍
All of them look so pretty and comfortable 🥰
You're the only person I've ever heard call it JoAnn instead of JoAnn's (even though you are correct it just sounds odd, lol)
Thank you for all of the great videos, I've been binge watching any chance I get ❤
I absolutely love that pattern! It’s amazing what you did with it! I want to say I like the blue one best because I love long flowing dresses but if I had to make a choice of one and the blue wasn’t available I’d be hard pressed to choose!! They are all beautiful!!!!!😊
You did a great job!!! they look amazing. I like that you fast forward a lot. I’m going to get that pattern.
Those dresses are amazing!!!! I especially like the white ruffle on the yellow one. So cute!!!!
Love the dog footage ❤
do you make any overbust adjustments to patterns? This is something I'm learning recently - feels like a game changer. I notice some gather patterns that might make that an applicable flattering approach for you too! These videos are fantastic, you are fantastic, and that blue dress is giving elsa/cinderella and is STUNNING! Very hyped if you do explore historical fashion ideas xx
You’re so productive!! I’m impressed by how many you made 😂 the front pocket idea is very neat, as is the ruffle❤
Absolutely loved this. Loved 1 the most but loved them all. Would love to see a more scoup neck or v neck!
Definitely want to try out both of those!
11:46 can i steal that fabric? Jk but that fabric is absolutely GORGEOUS lol
Yay, I just bought that pattern and can’t wait to make it 😊
❤ the white ruffle.
The pink and cream is actually super cute. I'm actually thinking of getting that pattern and just doing a full cream version if I can find the fabric. Thanks for the ideas
Thanks for the heart ❤!
Apparently, the shape of the raglan sleeve was easier for Lord Raglan to put on by himself after the loss of his arm. It was devised by his tailor at his request.
:3 dress 1 is so cute! [the yellow one with the white gather at the bottom]
10:20 is me always. i always end up with very uneven hems!
A V neck version would be nice
Definitely something I want to try!
All 4 dresses are awesome I love watching your creativity
All beautiful! I like the way you experimented with different needles and threads to find the best combination for the fabric. 😀💖🌟