Making a Metallic Shantung Bodice ✨

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  • @smutnaryba4937
    @smutnaryba4937 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    I love your voice and calm manner of explaining things. You are a very experienced and talented sewist/ designer/ beetle embroiderer. You don’t try to make your videos overly cinematic and stimulating and instead just focus on the creative process. Your videos work both as ASMR and a great source of sewing knowledge. Please never change. 💚🪲

  • @nniffa393
    @nniffa393 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    GORGEOUS. That fabric is so lovely. When you said about no-one can tell there's another line of stitching at the front attaching the placket unless they're far too close to you - I recently started a shirt with a partial zip on the front and I was annoyed the stitching isn't perfect. My mum told me if anyone is looking that closely at my chest, I will probably have other concerns than them seeing my stitching. Namely getting away from the creep staring at my chest.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Thank you! Yeah if people are close enough to examine your stitching they are indeed too close 😂

  • @nicolascarf117
    @nicolascarf117 7 หลายเดือนก่อน +2

    really convenient timing for me to watch you discuss linings when I'm making a leather skirt and wandering what's best to line it with!

  • @samwhyatt8685
    @samwhyatt8685 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    Whilst I know you have been trained in designing clothing, you also have such a wonderful imagination to come up with these wonder clothes. And you explain the process of going from basic block to gorgeous garment so well, it gives us nere mortals hope 😊

  • @DJ_scream_evil
    @DJ_scream_evil ปีที่แล้ว +24

    Absolutely love it. Iridescent shiny fashion is such a wonderful look. Total eye catcher. I just recently got a Iridescent taffeta jumpsuit. Absolutely love it.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you! All hail shiny fabrics 🤩

    • @DJ_scream_evil
      @DJ_scream_evil ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @TheClosetHistorian I'm going to nickname you the shiny queen. Very fitting for your absolutely fabulous shiny stylish fashion.

  • @lisaneedsaname
    @lisaneedsaname ปีที่แล้ว +22

    I don’t think we talk enough about just how gorgeous you are!!!
    I love what you’re doing. You’ve taught this old woman a lot!!!!!
    I taught myself how to sew and started as a child. I’ve always found patterns chaotic for me preferring to design for myself. I’ve always wanted a custom block pattern but never knew how to do it and never gave making one or modifying it a chance. It was too much like the math class that was way too above my head. You make it seem so simple. Thank you ❤️
    This bodice is very nice! It will be my inspiration for one I need to gear up for Christmas.
    Again, thank you!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you Lisa!! I think this would be a great Christmas bodice for sure ✨ I need to go get the red fabric so I can make one!

  • @anitahebert1511
    @anitahebert1511 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The grey tone plus the shoulder detail reminds me of a pauldron, the original power shoulder. If the puff was a different colour the bodice plus sleeve cap would look like a cuirass. Well done!

  • @carolbarbee5653
    @carolbarbee5653 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You are such a wonderful pattern maker and seamstress. I truly love this outfit❤❤

  • @annbrookens945
    @annbrookens945 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That fabric is amazing and you look GORGEOUS!

  • @jenniferdubois8169
    @jenniferdubois8169 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Please make a version of this with the embroidery you didn’t have time to add on this bodice. And perhaps add the extra puffy sleeves to it as well for good measure. Love how this came out. Absolutely stunning!

  • @anieth
    @anieth ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I'm glad you made it to Elfriedes! I knew her well. I first shopped in her store in 1976 when I was doing costumes for the King and I. We took tailoring classes together. She and her husband were from Germany. I loved her because she understood that you had to touch fabric. I'm sorry that the new owners went over to quilting cotton, but I'm glad they kept some high end stuff. Yay!

    • @rcbirdy3758
      @rcbirdy3758 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Elfriede is still around! I talked with her in August (I got a pattern from 1908 that came with no instructions and she gave me advice on how to put it together). Very cool that you have that history with her. :)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +3

      She is still there and is so awesome! She's always so excited to talk about fabric, I love the joy in that shop!

  • @tracyirwin103
    @tracyirwin103 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I love that you love QI. I've learned so many useless but interesting things from that show! I highly recommend Black Adder if you haven't seen it already. The period costumes are fabulous! Thank you for another great tutorial! You look stunning as always 🙂

  • @creepycutiecrafty
    @creepycutiecrafty ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I live watching the piece being made! You make the process look so easy!
    The finished result is gorgeous - and I reckon you should wear your outfits in everyday life. Everyone else would feel underdressed!
    Amazing video as always. So good to watch.

  • @CharredFibers
    @CharredFibers ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I wish there was a way you could sell your work. Patterns, clothing, beading...all of it. So much talent

  • @k1tkat-kate
    @k1tkat-kate ปีที่แล้ว +2

    The sleeves truly are a success, I think! I love the way that little cap sleeve sits just on top of the puff!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Katie! These sleeves very fun since they behaved like balloons once gathered up 😂

  • @laurelnolen2056
    @laurelnolen2056 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    How gorgeous is that fabric? I loved seeing it in daylight, too -- less shiny, but an unexpectedly saturated hue. That back neckline treatment is so elegant yet sinister.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Thank you Laurel! This is a fabric that looks super different in each lighting situation for sure, but always fun ✨

  • @amiberg1991
    @amiberg1991 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    This fabric is what dreams are made of 💚🩵💙 sooo gorgeous 😍

  • @marcco44
    @marcco44 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    amazing work of art Ms. B!!✨👏🏁

  • @robintheparttimesewer6798
    @robintheparttimesewer6798 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Lovely it's so amazing to watch you just change up the pattern! I'm learning a lt

  • @lupinotuumlunam
    @lupinotuumlunam ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Lots of layers and all are important. Beautiful bodice.

  • @juniperjr2017
    @juniperjr2017 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    👸 of shiny metallic fabrics! Thank you for showing all your pattern manipulations. It's such a blessing to learn from you 🙌

  • @tiffanytomasino335
    @tiffanytomasino335 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Always fun and inspiring to watch you work. I love the philosophy of making garments for the life you want and hope for yourself. The garment is gorgeous of course and thank you for sharing!

  • @megmagruder7124
    @megmagruder7124 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I’m so fascinated by your pattern tweaks. It makes me so want to take classes to learn. My favorite clothing company has closed, and therefore I’m going to have to learn to make my own skirt sport.😢😢😢😢😢 that and my scarf tops… a serger will be required.

  • @jodiecox8951
    @jodiecox8951 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have zero design or sewing experience besides the bit of knitting my grandmom taught me. But I just love watching your videos. Your style, your delivery of the information, I dont know, it is just so satisfying to watch. Thank you so much for your content. ❤

  • @simonemacandrew
    @simonemacandrew ปีที่แล้ว +7

    Amazing! I love watching your videos especially watching you patterning.

  • @terrysuemakesvideosforyou9940
    @terrysuemakesvideosforyou9940 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Such a great job! I love it. Every time I watch you sew on your sewing machine, it makes me remember learning to sew, and really loving it. My mother had that same machine. Sadly, after We both got new machines in 1974, she gave it away to a relative. Still wish that I had it! Still sew on my "new" machine from the 70's. Have many other sewing machines, but still think how wonderful that machine was. Sews equally well on all materials, not stretch. Thick or thin. It is hard to explain how good these older machines are! I really hope that you have many fancy places to wear your fantastic wardrobe soon!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Terry Sue! Old machines are the best machines, I'll never go back to new now I know!!

  • @bohemiansusan2897
    @bohemiansusan2897 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Turned out great! I'm envious of your being able to work with such fabrics. I'm the biggest fan of lining clothes. Its rare these days. By the way the lining is to die for!
    Please go and buy theater, opera, ballet and symphony tickets. One for each art form and you can enjoy your creations. Ignore odd looks and enjoy yourself. I'm overdressed by American standards but oh well.

  • @vickinoeske1154
    @vickinoeske1154 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Really stunning. The color is so interesting in lamplight, like a beetle. I love it.

  • @tenaoconnor7510
    @tenaoconnor7510 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Love the shiny stuff 😻 I like the way the collar is shaped, like little wings in the back. Little points every where but they make it look cool 😎

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you!! Always more shiny coming right up 😅✨

  • @aehill
    @aehill ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love the sleeve caps and would love to see them exaggerated in a new version!

  • @lynn858
    @lynn858 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Oooh...the extra sleeve detail!

  • @monikasturm2575
    @monikasturm2575 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Woohoo you're amazing 🎉. Just finished my bodice block thanks to you and the book. I would have been stuck with struggling with I'll fitting store bought patterns if you wouldn't have inspired me to make my own! Thank you thank you thank you.

  • @TrixiaDK
    @TrixiaDK ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful. I love the lining.

  • @suzannewch7202
    @suzannewch7202 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As ALWAYS….. it’s fantastic!

  • @bethknapp4935
    @bethknapp4935 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Just gorgeous! The colors are beautiful, and the details are just so perfect! You amaze me with your talent. ❤️

  • @deborahsoto957
    @deborahsoto957 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Fantastic! I was planning on heading to my sewing machine, but you caught me! Between your lovely voice, wit, design and fabric choices I was mesmerized. I need to go back to earlier videos so you can keep me in your sewing spell full time!

  • @adrianamancuso4917
    @adrianamancuso4917 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Incredible. I am always amazed by your creations. You look lovely!

  • @sarahduffy6964
    @sarahduffy6964 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Puff goals

  • @beantonking758
    @beantonking758 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    beautiful! love this whole collection🤩🤩

  • @fikanera838
    @fikanera838 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    How absolutely stunning! It's a beautiful design, with such gorgeous accessories! Hope you're out, having a ball, because your video has made my evening! Best wishes from Czechia.

  • @valeriewade3688
    @valeriewade3688 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You have de mystified the process of the raised neckline for me . Thank you I am having visions of that style in a fine wool type fabric dress ..perfect for a North Eastern UK winter (We have 9 months of winter and 3 months of bad weather!)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have been using this neckline so much on things this year! Easy and fun ✨

  • @sandimcp
    @sandimcp ปีที่แล้ว +1

    This was such fun to watch. Lovely.

  • @rajillustration
    @rajillustration ปีที่แล้ว +2

    That brooch from the intro is so cool! Also _love_ the outfit you made, I just wanted to say I appreciate your brooches

  • @missred586799
    @missred586799 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Simply gorgeous!!!

  • @kathyjohnson2043
    @kathyjohnson2043 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love QI. And, your metallic clothes are quite interesting too.

  • @agi2711
    @agi2711 ปีที่แล้ว

    That is how I often sew, too: Pretend it is purposeful. It works!

  • @AuthenticWe
    @AuthenticWe ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You're brilliant, Thank you for showing me how to correct a mistake I did on a high-end waistcoat and who knew a simple dart/split makes or breaks the flow of the garments ... I'm a noob forgive us

  • @moonbasket
    @moonbasket ปีที่แล้ว +2

    What a beautiful bodice! I love the sleeves a lot.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! They were very fun to sew since they held their own shape so well 😂🧵

  • @debrastyle
    @debrastyle ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Always excited to see your videos

  • @cb9825
    @cb9825 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    OMG you look exactly like the Mistress of the Copper Mountain from the Ural mountains folklore. Black hair, gorgeous green dress and a headdress. She owns all the riches that are not discovered yet and are laying underground. She can gift you something precious if you behave decently on her territory and she likes you.
    Look her up, there are some articles in English and multiple pictures from talented artists!

  • @sherrillsturm7240
    @sherrillsturm7240 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Shangung is a favorite fabric, but too expensive and too hot to wear in the tropics, were I live. Still, I LOVE this. Wish I could wear it, too.

  • @dottiemathews6853
    @dottiemathews6853 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    FABULOUS, BIANCA DAHLING! UTTERLY FABULOUS!!! WHERE DID YOU GET THAT SCRUMPTOUS BROOCH?

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Thank you Dottie! I found the rhinestone brooch buddy on Etsy!

  • @michellecornum5856
    @michellecornum5856 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Beautiful! Love it! Would love to see it in black.
    ALSO!
    Did we talk about the necklacey chain thing? Because, if not, we definitely need to.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Michelle!! I made the order of the beaded beetle in this video th-cam.com/video/mtKapNh2DDM/w-d-xo.html ✨

  • @alexandrawellington8028
    @alexandrawellington8028 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Incredible style lines!!!!!!!! xxxxxxxx

  • @plushieangela
    @plushieangela ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I just discovered a modal rayon blend that looks rather shiny. The listing says modal satin. I have modal cotton shirts that are euphorically soft and breathable for the summer heat (I may have bought like 6 or so of them lol)

  • @GiraffeLoverJen
    @GiraffeLoverJen ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Team topstitching, all the way!

  • @BoudicasQuest
    @BoudicasQuest ปีที่แล้ว +1

    STUNNING ~

  • @megmagruder7124
    @megmagruder7124 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Very lovely and so enjoyed.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you!!

    • @megmagruder7124
      @megmagruder7124 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheClosetHistorian dropped off my great grandmother’s Singer 221-1 from 1948 at my local sewing shop for cleaning and new cords on the foot pedal. He was surprised how good it looked. Next up is some TLC for the card table that it fits in. Sewing lessons in the new year. Thank you for inspiring me to try sewing again.

  • @beatricenowell8207
    @beatricenowell8207 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So the bug brooch you're wearing at the very beginning of the video, did I miss the making of that? It is stunning! It goes without saying that the shantung bodice piece is wonderful since all your designs are beautiful. I agree with @lisaneedsaname. We should say more about "just how gorgeous you are!!!" I would love to have your hourglass figure.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you Beatrice! The bug brooch on my sweater is a vintage rhinestone one from etsy!

  • @armedvsokord
    @armedvsokord ปีที่แล้ว +2

    This is beautiful as always!

  • @twinnish
    @twinnish ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So elegant

  • @cj336
    @cj336 11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Incredible!❤

  • @ninapettersen5220
    @ninapettersen5220 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Beautiful 🍀☘️

  • @Gandellion
    @Gandellion ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Similar to your embroidered necklace idea, I’ve had this idea sat in my head for several years of a jacket of some kind with a beaded pharaoh collar but I don’t have any of the skills to make that a thing. So if you feel so inclined, please use this idea!

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว

      I actually had a beaded collar plan in the copper shantung that would have been very Egyptian but again ran out of time!! Many projects landed in the "no time!!" bucket for this last look book 😅

  • @yvonnebruce6178
    @yvonnebruce6178 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Just beautiful.

  • @jennglow4647
    @jennglow4647 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

    Very pretty 😀

  • @kellieprice8776
    @kellieprice8776 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Love it. Rachel from blade runner gone to the opera

  • @drhelenloney1426
    @drhelenloney1426 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    also a fan of topstitching! :)

  • @arvettadelashmit9337
    @arvettadelashmit9337 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love that beetle on your top. Don't all those layers make this bodice hot? Your finished bodice is beautiful.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว

      Thank you! Not too hot in this one no, the shorter sleeve helps 😅

  • @dianefitzpatrick742
    @dianefitzpatrick742 ปีที่แล้ว

    What year is your singer machine? I’m Considering purchasing one. Thanks for your help. Love your videos

  • @Gandellion
    @Gandellion ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m also on team topstitching

  • @maureenheil5009
    @maureenheil5009 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this piece and your wardrobe but are you saying there are no arts in Denver?

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! There are shows here too...but tickets are super expensive here and you have to pay for parking on top of that and ehhh...in London it's so easy! Take the tube and get to have a cocktail then too 😂✨

  • @ThatisSewSilvia
    @ThatisSewSilvia ปีที่แล้ว

    I hope I will be able to make my bodice block this weekend. Since like forever I try to do it and it does not fit 😢 the darts are either too pointy or to low or to bulky or all of them together.
    Now back to watching the wonder of creation! ❤

  • @lafeil
    @lafeil ปีที่แล้ว

    Love this project and question would in future make sleepy hollow dress, but in your style?

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! Which Sleepy Hollow dress did you have in mind?

    • @lafeil
      @lafeil ปีที่แล้ว

      @TheClosetHistorian Both pink dress (think pink) one main characters fillm. Plus famous black and white dress.

  • @mcomeslast
    @mcomeslast ปีที่แล้ว

    What do you use as your bodice block? Is it card stock or poster board? I’m trying to figure out what to buy.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  11 หลายเดือนก่อน +1

      Mine is made from poster board yes!

    • @mcomeslast
      @mcomeslast 11 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@TheClosetHistorian thanks!

  • @lizzyrbits1283
    @lizzyrbits1283 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Move to Maryland, ballet/opera/museums in DC? :)

  • @kymberlys
    @kymberlys ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Yes, one in black and maybe one in purple as well…

  • @grimnirnacht
    @grimnirnacht ปีที่แล้ว

    The ellie caulkins opera house in Denver is a great place to get dressed up to visit. Highly recommend getting a season pass ;)

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That would be the way to do it, but an investment 😅 If I were closer maybe, but it would be a todo to get down there all on my lonesome, I need a chauffer as well 🤣

    • @grimnirnacht
      @grimnirnacht ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheClosetHistorian They have their own parking garage right next door. My husband and I used to go when we lived in wheatridge. Parking otherwise would have been a nightmare. Downtown isn't particularly nice for driving though, so it's understandable if you didn't want to go that route either

  • @Cat-mw2qg
    @Cat-mw2qg 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can you show how you did this skirt pattern??

  • @rachelvancamp6982
    @rachelvancamp6982 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Hexquisite!!!

  • @stephaniefairey8633
    @stephaniefairey8633 ปีที่แล้ว

    OMG I just noticed the blue eyes. F**k me that's stunning. I can't even.

  • @Kelli.Hicks.5
    @Kelli.Hicks.5 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Stop it, you.... This is great!

  • @linw7320
    @linw7320 ปีที่แล้ว

    ❤ Gorgeous as always Bianca & the reticule!?! 🎉
    P.S. Keep at least six feet from me- Thank you very much. ❤😅

  • @loonybinreject
    @loonybinreject ปีที่แล้ว

    So beautiful. Fyi my bead beetle army is at 5 and growing... Which is your fault. I also want to add a moth to the army too. I have so many big shapes sketched out on felt waiting to be filled in with shiny things.

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Thank you! And I am very happy to hear about the expanding insect menagerie ✨

    • @loonybinreject
      @loonybinreject ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheClosetHistorian I have even planned a bee for my mum 🐝. And discovered cheap white pencil eyeliner is great for sketching ideas and shapes onto dark coloured felt 😁

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว +1

      White or silver gel pen works too ✨✨@@loonybinreject

  • @Sewingatlas
    @Sewingatlas ปีที่แล้ว

    بسیار زیبا و جذاب❤

  • @karlaverbeck9413
    @karlaverbeck9413 ปีที่แล้ว

    Sigh...if only I could go to Nordstrom's and buy some of your gorgeous designs. Have I mentioned how natural you look in a crown? But

  • @Eliza-br2so
    @Eliza-br2so ปีที่แล้ว

    yessss mama!! slay

    • @TheClosetHistorian
      @TheClosetHistorian  ปีที่แล้ว

      😂✨

    • @Eliza-br2so
      @Eliza-br2so ปีที่แล้ว

      @@TheClosetHistorian i feel like half my comments on your channel are "and thats why she is the only valid youtuber. in this essay i will--" and the other half are just "you better work bitch!!!"

  • @victoriaconstantine-cort3091
    @victoriaconstantine-cort3091 ปีที่แล้ว

    xXX👍👍👍