Its such a pleasure to have the benefit of listening to someone who really knows their subject. You are so calm and knowledgeable. I have subscribed and thank you.
Great selection....thank you. I'm about to make my third Vikisews Cynthia oversized shirt. I have received compliments each time I have worn it from people who don't know I sewed it. The pattern is oversized where it should be but still shows your figure where it should so it doesn't feel as though you are wearing excess fabric. And Vikisews patterns are priced right and she has frequent sales.
I’m so glad I found your channel a couple of weeks ago. I like the emphasis on style + sewing in your videos, not enough of that on TH-cam. I love button up shirts, especially ones that have a different detail. I have made the Assembly Line one and I love it. Here is a few of my favorites: Momos Atelier Boxy Shirt, it has 3 different styles and two different sleeves and collars. I have made 3 of these elongated shirts and I get compliments from strangers every time I wear them. The Sewing Workshop offers several patterns for button up shirts with a twist, The Cottage, Riviera, and The Florence to name a few. Atelier Brunette LA has the Chemise Boyfriend Shirt with a great yoke detail. Merchant and Mills has the new Scout Shirt and Dress with a matching Necktie, and finally the one I am swooning over is the Maker’s Atelier The Atelier Shirt. It has 3 different back options including a completely pleated back option and 2 different cuff placket styles. So many shirts to sew. 🙂
Hi Karen, thank you so much for sharing those with us, I really like the Atelier Brunette LA Blouse :) and the Merchant & Mills Scout shirt is also fab! There's alot of choice out there!
Another great round up. I do love shirts and there are a few new ones in there for me. Thank you. This summer I wanted a decent camp collar style and wasn’t happy with anything I saw so adapted the top of the Named Clothing Reeta shirt dress which worked out perfectly for me. Happy Sewing. Lynne 😊
Some really interesting shirts there. Love that upcycle one. I think tower placket is the term you're looking for. I've recently made the Friday Pattern Company Butano Button-up, short sleeve version. Very nice make and comfortable to wear in a nice cotton poplin.
This video would have been perfect for me 4 weeks ago- I was struggling sooo much to find and decide on a shirt pattern 😂! Now I‘ve decided on the Modern Makers Co. classic shirt- I will get started soon and just hope, it has been the right choice. But thanks for the further ideas- there never can be enough shirts in my life!
Really interesting, thankyou. This is the first time I’ve watched you. I’ve subscribed. I’ve recently made a shirt by makers atelier, it was a recent release from them, I don’t think it was one you mentioned, it was an oversized one, but I loved it. I’ve made the Libby shit and really like that one. Many thanks, Lynne 😀
Oh I love a great shirt pattern. As a small busted lady, I don't want side darts, maybe fisheye darts if I want a little bit of a fitted shirt. I started sewing my own shirts when I was 14 or 15 in the early 70's. My mom's old singer didn't have a buttonhole attachment, so I always used snaps instead. I love a sleeve placket and a 2 button wider cuff. Shirts are just so versatile! I am definitely checking out that package that gives you options to change your shirt pattern. I also love to use a vintage pattern. Sometimes, they have just interesting design styles. One thing to be careful of is the super long collars on a 70's shirt. Thanks for all the research once again. Oh and buttonholes can be so frustrating. I find quite often, all but that very last buttonhole sew in perfectly. Now that is annoying!
Another great vlog Rachel. I love making shirts. I have made the SOI Libby. Pretty and useful style although I did struggle a bit to get the collar construction right. I have made the Grainline Archer shirt many times and it’s a great pattern. Thanks for the inspiration. Keep these vlogs coming!
Hi, I am glad your vlog came up on my feed, I’ll go back and watch your others. I love a button down shirt, Greyfriars are a new to me company and their shirt is very stylish,it’s going on my must buy list. I’ve made the Assembly line oversize shirt several times, and think it looks good on everybody. The only problem is if you have to shorten it, (like I did ) the pockets don’t really work, I thought they’d be too high. Bridget
Hi Bridget, thanks, yes Greyfirars are new to me too and I loved the idea of breathing new life into an old garment, I think I'm going to give one of my husbands old shirts the treatment!
Hi Rachel Great topic for autumn. I am also exploring shirt making and have recently made a few. One success was the Tessuti Ines overshirt and it turned out fabulous with a cotton/linen blend. I'm also cutting out The Assembly Line Cap sleeve shirt as I'm watching this and was thrilled you mentioned it. I have had this pattern for several years and have finally overcome my fear of buttons. :) After having a quick read through of their instructions they look really good for a beginner. Thank you so much again for the videos, inspiring and encouraging.
Hi Sandra, thanks! The Tessuti Ines overshirt looks like a really versatile piece, I can imagine it looking great in a really fine needlecord. (I feel the same about button holes!)
I just made the oversized shirt by Assembly Line last week. It is great overall, but I didn’t like the finish for the cuff opening slit. The instructions would have you simply fold over the seam allowance but I bound it instead. Also shortened it as I am only 5 feet tall and didn’t want a dress!
Presentation of shirts is fascinating, but I appreciate you were talking for a while about buttonholes and how difficult it is to make them on the domestic machine. This is my horrible nightmare when I dream of sewing a jacket or a coat. I usually resign from it because of buttonholes. It sucks. Would you reveal what kind of machine one should have to make beautiful buttonholes???
Hi Joanna, my preference is always getting my button holes done by a near by repair shop that has an industrial button hole machine, I won't be buying one anytime soon as they are rather expensive! I'm sure some domestic machines are good for button holes but I haven't found one yet, I'll put the question out in a future video!
@@gemimalondon that´s a good idea to ask the community. I haven´t found so far a repair shop which would make my buttonholes. I asked in a few. They always refuse to help. I don´t live in the UK :(
I love this video. Thank you for this. I really want to see a wardrobe full of chic basics.
Its such a pleasure to have the benefit of listening to someone who really knows their subject. You are so calm and knowledgeable. I have subscribed and thank you.
Thank you Sally!
I loved a lot of these! One of my tried and true button downs is Friday Pattern’s Patina Blouse. I really love it.
Great selection....thank you. I'm about to make my third Vikisews Cynthia oversized shirt. I have received compliments each time I have worn it from people who don't know I sewed it. The pattern is oversized where it should be but still shows your figure where it should so it doesn't feel as though you are wearing excess fabric. And Vikisews patterns are priced right and she has frequent sales.
Hi Yvonne, thanks! I didn't see the Cynthia shirt when I was researching, its lovely, another for my list of makes! yes they are well priced patterns!
I’m so glad I found your channel a couple of weeks ago. I like the emphasis on style + sewing in your videos, not enough of that on TH-cam. I love button up shirts, especially ones that have a different detail. I have made the Assembly Line one and I love it. Here is a few of my favorites: Momos Atelier Boxy Shirt, it has 3 different styles and two different sleeves and collars. I have made 3 of these elongated shirts and I get compliments from strangers every time I wear them. The Sewing Workshop offers several patterns for button up shirts with a twist, The Cottage, Riviera, and The Florence to name a few. Atelier Brunette LA has the Chemise Boyfriend Shirt with a great yoke detail. Merchant and Mills has the new Scout Shirt and Dress with a matching Necktie, and finally the one I am swooning over is the Maker’s Atelier The Atelier Shirt. It has 3 different back options including a completely pleated back option and 2 different cuff placket styles. So many shirts to sew. 🙂
Hi Karen, thank you so much for sharing those with us, I really like the Atelier Brunette LA Blouse :) and the Merchant & Mills Scout shirt is also fab! There's alot of choice out there!
Another great round up. I do love shirts and there are a few new ones in there for me. Thank you. This summer I wanted a decent camp collar style and wasn’t happy with anything I saw so adapted the top of the Named Clothing Reeta shirt dress which worked out perfectly for me. Happy Sewing. Lynne 😊
Thank you!
great selection!
Some really interesting shirts there. Love that upcycle one. I think tower placket is the term you're looking for. I've recently made the Friday Pattern Company Butano Button-up, short sleeve version. Very nice make and comfortable to wear in a nice cotton poplin.
HI Diane, thank you! The Butano's a really great shape, very versatile.
This video would have been perfect for me 4 weeks ago- I was struggling sooo much to find and decide on a shirt pattern 😂! Now I‘ve decided on the Modern Makers Co. classic shirt- I will get started soon and just hope, it has been the right choice. But thanks for the further ideas- there never can be enough shirts in my life!
Brilliant top tip about the buttonholes!
Hi Vera, yes it makes all the difference as my button hole-ing is not the best!
Like the greyfriars idea. Would like to make a simple unlined jacket of a winter material inspired by that pattern. Thanks
Hi Francine, yes it's a great idea to rework an existing garment like that!
Really interesting, thankyou. This is the first time I’ve watched you. I’ve subscribed. I’ve recently made a shirt by makers atelier, it was a recent release from them, I don’t think it was one you mentioned, it was an oversized one, but I loved it. I’ve made the Libby shit and really like that one. Many thanks, Lynne 😀
Oh I love a great shirt pattern. As a small busted lady, I don't want side darts, maybe fisheye darts if I want a little bit of a fitted shirt. I started sewing my own shirts when I was 14 or 15 in the early 70's. My mom's old singer didn't have a buttonhole attachment, so I always used snaps instead. I love a sleeve placket and a 2 button wider cuff. Shirts are just so versatile! I am definitely checking out that package that gives you options to change your shirt pattern. I also love to use a vintage pattern. Sometimes, they have just interesting design styles. One thing to be careful of is the super long collars on a 70's shirt. Thanks for all the research once again. Oh and buttonholes can be so frustrating. I find quite often, all but that very last buttonhole sew in perfectly. Now that is annoying!
Hi Jennett, thanks for sharing, snaps/poppers sound like a great idea!
Another great vlog Rachel. I love making shirts. I have made the SOI Libby. Pretty and useful style although I did struggle a bit to get the collar construction right. I have made the Grainline Archer shirt many times and it’s a great pattern. Thanks for the inspiration. Keep these vlogs coming!
Hi Elaine, thank you, yes the Libby shirt is a great shape and I love the back detail of the Grainline Archer too!
Hi, I am glad your vlog came up on my feed, I’ll go back and watch your others. I love a button down shirt, Greyfriars are a new to me company and their shirt is very stylish,it’s going on my must buy list. I’ve made the Assembly line oversize shirt several times, and think it looks good on everybody. The only problem is if you have to shorten it, (like I did ) the pockets don’t really work, I thought they’d be too high. Bridget
Hi Bridget, thanks, yes Greyfirars are new to me too and I loved the idea of breathing new life into an old garment, I think I'm going to give one of my husbands old shirts the treatment!
Great round up thanks Rachel. 😊
Hi Debbie, thanks for watching!
Hi Rachel Great topic for autumn. I am also exploring shirt making and have recently made a few. One success was the Tessuti Ines overshirt and it turned out fabulous with a cotton/linen blend. I'm also cutting out The Assembly Line Cap sleeve shirt as I'm watching this and was thrilled you mentioned it. I have had this pattern for several years and have finally overcome my fear of buttons. :) After having a quick read through of their instructions they look really good for a beginner. Thank you so much again for the videos, inspiring and encouraging.
Hi Sandra, thanks! The Tessuti Ines overshirt looks like a really versatile piece, I can imagine it looking great in a really fine needlecord. (I feel the same about button holes!)
I just made the oversized shirt by Assembly Line last week. It is great overall, but I didn’t like the finish for the cuff opening slit. The instructions would have you simply fold over the seam allowance but I bound it instead. Also shortened it as I am only 5 feet tall and didn’t want a dress!
Hi Nancy, thanks for sharing that, yes I think a bound opening is going to look much nicer!
MH forward to this always love your videos
Thanks Claire, I hope you enjoy it!
Great vlog - there are so many shirt patterns aren’t they! I like the Marsha style Alea shirt - it’s got options and is a dress too.
HI Ruth, thanks! also thank you for sharing the Alea shirt/dress - it's lovely!
@@gemimalondon I’ve made a couple of shirts and a dress from the pattern, and there will be more!
Presentation of shirts is fascinating, but I appreciate you were talking for a while about buttonholes and how difficult it is to make them on the domestic machine. This is my horrible nightmare when I dream of sewing a jacket or a coat. I usually resign from it because of buttonholes. It sucks. Would you reveal what kind of machine one should have to make beautiful buttonholes???
Hi Joanna, my preference is always getting my button holes done by a near by repair shop that has an industrial button hole machine, I won't be buying one anytime soon as they are rather expensive! I'm sure some domestic machines are good for button holes but I haven't found one yet, I'll put the question out in a future video!
@@gemimalondon that´s a good idea to ask the community. I haven´t found so far a repair shop which would make my buttonholes. I asked in a few. They always refuse to help. I don´t live in the UK :(