At the end, when you mentioned wanting the actual to step out of the case, it occurred to me that the V & A might love to do an event where you do almost that. I think folks would love to see it and hear you explain, in person, how the coat was constructed and how you sleuthed it out, without being able to handle the garment. Maybe even with a "how did she do?" reveal from their conservators who are allowed to handle the garment. Just seems like a big win for the museum and, considering your level of expertise and status, not a stretch of the imagination. I'd like to think they already know all about you and love you, but I don't remember if you've mentioned conversations with staff members there.
I have noticed that with each new video, your voice is getting more and more confident. I know I'm just some random stranger on the internet, but I am so happy for you that you have regained that confidence in your voice! I have no questions or anything (I only really sew for basic mending), I just like listening to you. You are very easy to listen to and I love watching your projects!
I've mentioned the exact same thing to one of my kids. Your voice is sounding so much stronger, it makes me so happy to hear how strong and clear it is becoming.
I should have commented on the sleeve video, but I agree with everyone who says the shape is about right (with the exeption of that triangle of lace inserted in the sleeves, but that detail will work out in the end). Once the sleeve is cut in velvet, it will look more thick. If the sleeve looks too thick, that will be an easy fix---there will still be some extra fabric in the seam allowance if the coat ever needs to be let out to accommodate a more extravagant ball gown underneath. You are doing an awesome job with the resources you have available to you to get the details just right. Hopefully you discover something new on the coat the next time you visit the museum. Who knows, they may hand you a pair of white gloves and let you carefully open the coat! :-) Seeing these historical pieces coming back to life in replica form is very inspiring. I am learning so much from these videos and gaining inspiration. I cannot wait to see the next update. The coat is coming along nicely. Keep up the good work!
Well, Bernadette Banner lives her everyday life wearing Victorian clothing, and nobody seems to think she's weird for dressing the way she likes. In today's world, you can dress any way you want and get away with it. Just walk around in a busy part of a city and observe the way the people in the street are dressed - everything from sweat pants to Goth victorian black velvet to cartoon-character extremes. So that retro coat would be perfectly acceptable to wear to go get a cuppa with friends. The huge collar gives me a Cruella DeVille vibe, but sometimes that's what a person wants.
For Future reference, there was some Turbulent water under the bridge between BB and Cathy awhile back...May want to Keep Thoughts about One out of Conversations with the Other (sometimes replies from Community can be Feisty)❣️
OMG!!!! I love any reference to RHPS or Tim Curry!!! I started in Rocky in1996 and had the pleasure to play Frank about 10 times over 30 years. I love watching your content. I have always wanted to have a wardrobe of one piece from every era, made with historical techniques. Yes, Orlando's Wardrobe would be wonderful!
I have said this statement before and I will stand by my words again, I have learned more about clothes making from this lovely woman then I have all the years I have studied dress making.. she is a wonderful teacher and very lovely to share her knowledge with all of us.
I saw a video from you and had to pause, to make supper, tea, and also pour a whisky and grab a little something for dessert. Nothing must Distract from the Cathy-Time. More of these videos would be lovely.
I’m fascinated with this project. I can’t wait to see the embroidery plans. I do also like the fabric of the dress you are wearing. It’s a lovely print.
Yes!!! 😍😍😍 I love that idea about the pattern collaboration Cathy. I think that be something fun if you get that chance in the future to offer patterns in a variety of sizes of the gowns and pieces you've made, including the velvet coat. Omg especially for my plus size people like me. That be a dream come true!
I'm not much of a sewer. All of the sewing folks on TH-cam. I like learning the terms and trying to understand what people do. That's what is good about making your own clothing. You can make it to fit you. no matter of the size you wear. 👘.
I have to admit that I am a major fan of yours. Your projects producing vintage pieces and all the talents to do so are so admirable. You have introduced me to embroidery techniques and your sewing skill are remarkable. I have been sewing since I was a little girl and took courses in college so I am fairly knowledgeable. You put custom sewing on another level. Also, your therapy videos make you so real. You seem like a wonderful person.
A comment about the paint. You mentioned using Farrow & Ball because it doesn't smell terrible. If you add vanilla extract to paint, you won't use enough to effect the color, helps to knock down the chemical smell when painting. I'm nowhere near the level of expertise in sewing that I am in home repair and reno, so can offer this bit of advice in where my knowledge is strongest. Edit: Your workroom is beautiful and a space I aspire to have at some point in the future. I am so excited about this project and cannot wait to watch it as it progresses and becomes a real article of clothing.
When I think of Orlando, costuming and artwork come to mind. Still oh the hunt for the DVD. I just can't get it out of my mind. So much grandeur in Orlando to pull off the looks and have an engaging personality at the same time. These outfits are another character on itself. Thank for mentioning the film. Going hunting... 💕
I love the clothing from the past it is so very elegant. I understand our lifestyles do not allow us to wear such elaborate clothing. But it is so gorgeous. I for one am thankful for those of you who do this for us allow us to see such fabulous clothing.
Morgan Donner's recent video (on the Titanic arrival suit) showed a genius hack of taking pictures of yourself in the mock-up in the same pose as the photos that you have of the garment you're recreating, as close as you can manage. Then you can kind of layer the two images on the computer and literally trace the lines and compare them. This could be useful to try for final refinements to the mock-up!
When you were talking about the collar I had this moment of remembering Tim Curry in Rocky Horror echoing Greta Garbo in the 1930's film Queen Christina... and you're back into the near C16th century Renaissance stylings that ran through those centuries in European dress going back into the C15th. And coming forward being a big influence in Pre-Raphaelite art and through them into the Arts and Crafts movement.
This Q&A was a wonderful way to fill content during your month of travel! It’s incredibly interesting to hear your thoughts in response to viewer comments! Safe travels!
Are you going to give us a fashion show with all your recreations? At this point you have a big enough collection to strut your stuff. It could also show your technical progress as well as your creative growth. And I would love to see the projects you have done.
I think "Pre-Raphaelite" is the style you were referring to, which was popular along with the Arts & Crafts movement. The women were often pictured with long, loose hair and wearing Medieval-styled velvet gowns. Books like "Ivanhoe" and stories of King Arthur and The Lady of the Lake were in vogue.
Yes, that's right, I should have prepared a better answer for that question, I did it off the top of my head and I was a little off the mark there. Thank you for the clarification!
Surely, now we have the technology that various costume museums could have a video alongside the display. Video will be a short piece with a model wearing the display clothing. Then we will get to see it move and hang, as it was designed to do. Doing that, just the once when it was filmed, surely wouldn’t damage the fabric too much. Then we would have that film for posterity. After all, the condition of these items will never be as good as it is right now. They will only deteriorate further, as they age further.
Definitely try it on with something more historical while it is still in the toile. What a lovely thought, patterns from Cathy Hay . . . and Foundations Revealed. Can you imagine? Extant pocket patterns and instructions available in the Shop. You may not have to grade up or down, sometimes, just the base is enough of a start to go off of. {the voice is sounding so normal 🤭 as we tell the granddaughter YAY, GEE!!}
I just love this entire project! In my opinion (and back to the sleeves), I think that the velvet will lay beautifully because of the weight of the fabric. You have definitely given this a lot of thought. Enjoy your time away. 👏❤😊
Cathy i’m not new to your channel but I’m not old to your channel either. I would love it if you made a book of things that you have sewn or do a video with everything you have ever created is that even possible.
I recently went and saw an exhibition of Guo Pei's work, and the thing that struck me is just what you say-the clothes were fantastical and well constructed, and it was cool to see the details up close, but it also seemed to be missing something because they were standing still. I wanted to see video of when these pieces first walked on a runway, to see how they moved. Because clothing is not meant to be static, part of the beauty of it is in the movement, and if you don't see it moving, you don't get the full picture. It's cool to see recreations of historical clothing and to see people wear them. Also, just a guess, wouldn't it be interesting if the sleeve was originally patterned on a dress sleeve, and opened up with the gore to create that shape.
I'm finding the process a delight to watch, though I'd never have the patience (or resources and skills) to do it myself. Thanks for sharing the comments!
Thank you for making these videos, I'm not in a position to join your costume college people as lovely as I'm sure they all are, but I really enjoy watching you all on TH-cam, I did wonder about making clothes for myself but I don't know if it's possible or if I will be well enough to make or even wear them now, but I really enjoy watching you ladies and I appreciate the effort you put into making the wonderful videos. Thanks again. 💝
I have a late 1800's to very early 1900's coat in great condition except for several missing buttons that I believe is a light wool. I'd love to know how to use it to create a larger one to fit. I love these and find hardly any information about them. I know you are experienced and trust your methods. I'm looking forward to seeing this.
Ooh, sounds lovely! That's a good idea - a video on how to take a pattern off an existing garment (that's where I'd begin). We certainly have an in-depth tutorial on how to do that at Foundations Revealed - I wonder whether anyone reading this has seen anything on YT that might give you ideas on where to start doing something like this?
Lady Rebecca Fashions does plus sized 1800s clothing. I think she has a video or two on how to size up patterns and clothing. Even if you're not plus sized the techniques would still apply. I love her because she's plus sized, like me, and not afraid to own it and make beautiful recreations of period pieces in her own size.
Hello Cathy. I'm really enjoying this series: I'm learning so much, and it has rekindled my enthusiasm for sewing. Can't wait to see the next stage. BTW, I don't know if anyone has already mentioned it, but ver de terre is the name for worms in french, lol.
I would love to buy a pattern for this coat. I even have a couple of fabrics on hand that would work for it. It is amazing how many factors go into making a coat like this. You definitely have to consider final desired fit and use.
I greatly enjoy seeing your process, Kathy! Thanks so much for sharing it with us! If this coat is a success, I’d love to see a second one in olive green velvet with golden ginkgo leaf embroidery.
Wow... this coat is beautiful. The embroidery is absolutely gorgeous! I studied graphic design and I remember learning about the arts and crafts movement in "History of graphic design arts" class. We studied how new things like foreign arts, such as japanese print technique or the invention of photography influenced the movement and led it to what we know today. I may be wrong, but looking at this embroidery pattern I feel like it is strongly influenced by the invention of photography. Before the process was invented, it was very rare to see the subject of a picture go beyond or being cut by the frame (on any form of figurative art). floral arrangements would've been following the general shape of the piece of clothing and patterns were not meant to be realistic, we would rather modify the appearance of the actual plants to make it more abstract and achieve a more ornamental look. Cameras gave us the opportunity to capture nature more closely and we started enjoy the natural sense of harmony we find on plants, natural patterns, very small details and shapes on plants etc. Isn't it fascinating that, by taking a closer look to any historical piece of art, we can figure so much things out, about were/what time it comes from? It is like the object for ever belongs to the very precise moment it was created. Nowadays, since industrialization, we tent to favor a more efficient/less time consuming way of producing everyday object. But looking back on our History, I'm convinced that we all naturaly have this sense of beauty that pushes us to make art out of anything. And I love it!
Awesome shoutout to Tim Curry in your vid today. This project is fascinating. I have been enjoying the time travel. This is beautiful work so far and I can’t wait to watch it come together.
I really love how wholeheartedly you answered these questions! I was already looking forward to this project, but seeing you so excitedly sharing your thoughts and considerations in this way makes me even more excited! I'm curious on weather you'll be doing the embroidery yourself or if you'll be hiring it out like you planned to do for the peacock dress? Either way, I'm so looking forward to seeing that bit of the make! Thanks so much for sharing your process and genuinely wanting your viewers to have a part in it
Gee Cathy....it sure would be nice if someone at the museum could be with you and give you access to really look closely at the gown/coat and be able to examine it real close......that way you could get all your questions answered.......what a lovely thought!
A lovely update. The little details you shared on darts and the sleeves were great. Perhaps Folkwear Patterns might collaborate with you on making a coat pattern. They do a beautiful job of recreating historic patterns.
First of all, Love this project and enjoying the journey you're taking us on. The style and look of this coat is from my second favorite era in Art history. Now, OMG I haven't heard an "Orlando" reference ..well I think ever from you guys. I say Guys as I'd think that Bernadette and others might have looked at the movie adaptation and commented on the accuracy or styles in this movie. The Book was fascinating, and the movie kinda did it justice. So I was happy when you mentioned this.
Just found your channel, beautiful coat. My wedding dress was made from a vogue pattern in plum coloured velvet. I bought it from Rose and Hubble, and mad it with medieval sleeves. Love it still and that was thirty years ago. No embroidery though, can’t be faffed with that lol. Sorry to hear about how you were treated, and your voice. Ignore the bad comments and just work on how you want to sound. Some people loose their voice totally due to psychological reasons. It’s very hard to go though phases In Life like that, I’ve been to a similar place. Love your channel and I’m fascinated to follow along. Thank you xxx
Love your attention to detail - glad to see your voice is much better - Hooray ! I love your knowledge & being open to comments and ideas - look forward to next episode -
I am so pleased that you want to wear the coat in just normal life 😊 Thanks you for sharing this journey with us - I really enjoy your way of presenting 😘
Years ago I made a velvet ball gown with chiffon overlay and on the sleeves I did do darts because the velvet was just too thick once gathered because of the velvet I added 3 darts which then left me with not so much as gathering but an in between gathering and ease I need to find the dress now that I have lost so much weight it will need to be taken in. I have been collecting the books that you have been using, most I already had from back in my collage days. I soo loved your reference to Si-fi programmes lol the other reference would be the Time Lords from Dr Who😊😊😊
Simply enjoying your process and in wonder at how talented you are. Thanks for sharing it all with those of us who can no longer sit at a sewing machine or wield a hand needle. Best wishes on this project 💝
Please please consider doing a pattern of the coat, as I think your hard work should be shown to the masses, plus I'd love to steam punk it up!!!!! Looking forward to your next video. Kind regards Heidi
Babylon 5 was the shit! Such a good show! 90s Sci-Fi is so good, Star Trek The Next Generation is one of my all time favourite shows! Anyway, back to sewing, I'm psyched to see this coat come together! Good Q&A this month, though.
In the end it come to your personal comfort, because if the coat is not comfortable when you move your arms- a deal breaker and I would defer to comfort. However I think the coat looks amazing. Remember only true perfection is to time travel back to the year the historicals garments were made, and they also made mistakes!
I wonder, will you make a video of yourself picking and shopping for the fashion fabric for this project? Shopping for the fabric is my favorite of any project.
I love the purple velvet and embroidery. Are you planning to keep the same colors? Also if embroidery does pull in, would it be worth it to leave an extra bit in the seams. I would ask how you could take on such a big project but I have made several quilts. One hexagon had thousands of pieces so I know about long projects. Good luck.
On the coat sleeves to avoid crushing the dress sleeves, perhaps instead of attaching the tarlatan to the velvet, attach it to the lining. This would allow you to give some serious structure to protect dress sleeves, while not affecting the drape of the velvet.
One way to measure the degree of puffiness in the sleeves is to draw in the embroidery to scale. If the embroidery fits 👍. If there's too much background 👎. 💖🌞🌵😷
I can see where you are coming from with the Rocky Horror reference. I am now getting pictures in my head of Tim Curry swanning around in this coat. But then a plain black version might be better 😂
Please review the look in this video of the back of the mockup in comparison to the original, it appears more fitted to the waist area instead of going straight back from the shoulders down and possibly also leave some additional room for dresses with bustles? Just a suggestion and observations. Hope this is helpful and still wanted- Dave (20 plus years of sewing, custom clothing design, patterns from scratch etc. In case you were wondering. )
Hello Cathy, any update on this project? Is the coat finished yet? I'm so looking forward to the finished results. Best from Tirana, Albania & Thank you for breathing life into what we've sadly been able to admire only in museums.
Some of this might be resolved by the choice of fabric. I mean that the weight of the fabric may bring the size down optically. I'd hold on anymore tweeking of the pattern personally until fabric is chosen. But that's me with my 3 years of sewing experience doing basics like buttons, following Simplicity patterns for Halloween costumes, and hems.
To me the original is not as fitted from the shoulders down in the back. From this area down it gives more of a tented away from the body look. I believe this is to give room for back padding of the dress skirt and to make the coat appear to have a shoulder train effect sweeping back behind the person wearing the coat. I agree it would be very nice to see the inside lining and on a person. However it’s probably way to fragile.
Regarding Gui Smith's comment about the Time Lord Council..... WAY Way way back, when "Doctor" meant Tom Baker; there was a story arc where our beloved misfit became the boss of all of them on Gallifrey, and he wore the most amazing coat for his investiture; with stacked pleats at the shoulders, and amazing sleeves...and honestly, it looked like coats had simultaneously been stolen from Moses and QE I. It was creamy white, and glimmery, and if Tom didn't just walk out to the car wearing it, I have no use for him. I've got a tiny paper mockup somewhere and i WANT to be buried in that coat....
Ok, I know you may be further on in the process than you were at the time of filming this, but how about going to some thrift shops and see if you can find something in a fabric of similar weight (and maybe even velvet) to make a mock up sleeve from and see if the puffiness is reduced. That might save you a little when cutting the actual ones.
I'm making a historical pattern-making software for my programming course final assignment (I'm using the Thornton method book to do it but the plan is to add more patterns to it over time) that returns a pdf printable file with the pattern made to the measurements provided by the user and I'd be happy to see if I can add the coat to it (It will take a while tho I am but just starting with it)
About the paint color: it's actually a word play. Vert de Terre, as you say, means Green of the earth. But it also sounds identical to Ver de terre, which means earthworm :)
At the end, when you mentioned wanting the actual to step out of the case, it occurred to me that the V & A might love to do an event where you do almost that. I think folks would love to see it and hear you explain, in person, how the coat was constructed and how you sleuthed it out, without being able to handle the garment. Maybe even with a "how did she do?" reveal from their conservators who are allowed to handle the garment. Just seems like a big win for the museum and, considering your level of expertise and status, not a stretch of the imagination. I'd like to think they already know all about you and love you, but I don't remember if you've mentioned conversations with staff members there.
Uhhhhh great Idea 💪
Thinking this aswell,how great it would be.
that's a Great idea.
GENIUS
"I don't know what I'm going to wear this with."
Me: "EVERYTHING."
I have noticed that with each new video, your voice is getting more and more confident. I know I'm just some random stranger on the internet, but I am so happy for you that you have regained that confidence in your voice! I have no questions or anything (I only really sew for basic mending), I just like listening to you. You are very easy to listen to and I love watching your projects!
I (an otolaryngologist with a practice speciality in voice) was thinking the same thing. Love it 😁
I've mentioned the exact same thing to one of my kids. Your voice is sounding so much stronger, it makes me so happy to hear how strong and clear it is becoming.
I should have commented on the sleeve video, but I agree with everyone who says the shape is about right (with the exeption of that triangle of lace inserted in the sleeves, but that detail will work out in the end). Once the sleeve is cut in velvet, it will look more thick. If the sleeve looks too thick, that will be an easy fix---there will still be some extra fabric in the seam allowance if the coat ever needs to be let out to accommodate a more extravagant ball gown underneath.
You are doing an awesome job with the resources you have available to you to get the details just right. Hopefully you discover something new on the coat the next time you visit the museum. Who knows, they may hand you a pair of white gloves and let you carefully open the coat! :-)
Seeing these historical pieces coming back to life in replica form is very inspiring. I am learning so much from these videos and gaining inspiration. I cannot wait to see the next update. The coat is coming along nicely. Keep up the good work!
Well, Bernadette Banner lives her everyday life wearing Victorian clothing, and nobody seems to think she's weird for dressing the way she likes. In today's world, you can dress any way you want and get away with it. Just walk around in a busy part of a city and observe the way the people in the street are dressed - everything from sweat pants to Goth victorian black velvet to cartoon-character extremes. So that retro coat would be perfectly acceptable to wear to go get a cuppa with friends.
The huge collar gives me a Cruella DeVille vibe, but sometimes that's what a person wants.
For Future reference, there was some Turbulent water under the bridge between BB and Cathy awhile back...May want to Keep Thoughts about One out of Conversations with the Other (sometimes replies from Community can be Feisty)❣️
@@alexandraaaron9705 Thanks for the warning. I don't want to get in the midddle of anybody's feud.
OMG!!!! I love any reference to RHPS or Tim Curry!!! I started in Rocky in1996 and had the pleasure to play Frank about 10 times over 30 years. I love watching your content. I have always wanted to have a wardrobe of one piece from every era, made with historical techniques. Yes, Orlando's Wardrobe would be wonderful!
I have said this statement before and I will stand by my words again, I have learned more about clothes making from this lovely woman then I have all the years I have studied dress making.. she is a wonderful teacher and very lovely to share her knowledge with all of us.
I saw a video from you and had to pause, to make supper, tea, and also pour a whisky and grab a little something for dessert. Nothing must Distract from the Cathy-Time.
More of these videos would be lovely.
I’m fascinated with this project. I can’t wait to see the embroidery plans. I do also like the fabric of the dress you are wearing. It’s a lovely print.
Yes!!! 😍😍😍 I love that idea about the pattern collaboration Cathy. I think that be something fun if you get that chance in the future to offer patterns in a variety of sizes of the gowns and pieces you've made, including the velvet coat. Omg especially for my plus size people like me. That be a dream come true!
I'm not much of a sewer. All of the sewing folks on TH-cam. I like learning the terms and trying to understand what people do.
That's what is good about making your own clothing. You can make it to fit you. no matter of the size you wear. 👘.
2nd'd plus sized too. I can do small alterations. Pattern drafting is an art form and a skill I just don't have.
Oh yes we should all petition the big 4 to make this happen
I have to admit that I am a major fan of yours. Your projects producing vintage pieces and all the talents to do so are so admirable. You have introduced me to embroidery techniques and your sewing skill are remarkable. I have been sewing since I was a little girl and took courses in college so I am fairly knowledgeable. You put custom sewing on another level.
Also, your therapy videos make you so real. You seem like a wonderful person.
A comment about the paint. You mentioned using Farrow & Ball because it doesn't smell terrible. If you add vanilla extract to paint, you won't use enough to effect the color, helps to knock down the chemical smell when painting. I'm nowhere near the level of expertise in sewing that I am in home repair and reno, so can offer this bit of advice in where my knowledge is strongest.
Edit: Your workroom is beautiful and a space I aspire to have at some point in the future.
I am so excited about this project and cannot wait to watch it as it progresses and becomes a real article of clothing.
When I think of Orlando, costuming and artwork come to mind. Still oh the hunt for the DVD. I just can't get it out of my mind. So much grandeur in Orlando to pull off the looks and have an engaging personality at the same time. These outfits are another character on itself. Thank for mentioning the film. Going hunting... 💕
I love the clothing from the past it is so very elegant. I understand our lifestyles do not allow us to wear such elaborate clothing. But it is so gorgeous. I for one am thankful for those of you who do this for us allow us to see such fabulous clothing.
Morgan Donner's recent video (on the Titanic arrival suit) showed a genius hack of taking pictures of yourself in the mock-up in the same pose as the photos that you have of the garment you're recreating, as close as you can manage. Then you can kind of layer the two images on the computer and literally trace the lines and compare them. This could be useful to try for final refinements to the mock-up!
Oh yeah. That was super clever. I remember thinking so when I saw the video.
When you were talking about the collar I had this moment of remembering Tim Curry in Rocky Horror echoing Greta Garbo in the 1930's film Queen Christina... and you're back into the near C16th century Renaissance stylings that ran through those centuries in European dress going back into the C15th. And coming forward being a big influence in Pre-Raphaelite art and through them into the Arts and Crafts movement.
This Q&A was a wonderful way to fill content during your month of travel! It’s incredibly interesting to hear your thoughts in response to viewer comments!
Safe travels!
Are you going to give us a fashion show with all your recreations? At this point you have a big enough collection to strut your stuff. It could also show your technical progress as well as your creative growth. And I would love to see the projects you have done.
I think "Pre-Raphaelite" is the style you were referring to, which was popular along with the Arts & Crafts movement. The women were often pictured with long, loose hair and wearing Medieval-styled velvet gowns. Books like "Ivanhoe" and stories of King Arthur and The Lady of the Lake were in vogue.
It’s one my favorite aesthetic styles. ❤
Yes, that's right, I should have prepared a better answer for that question, I did it off the top of my head and I was a little off the mark there. Thank you for the clarification!
Beautiful Cathy. Now we all want to see the finished product. Side by side with the original would be good too........... smiling........
Oh yes!! Please wear YOUR coat when you visit the original 😍
Surely, now we have the technology that various costume museums could have a video alongside the display. Video will be a short piece with a model wearing the display clothing. Then we will get to see it move and hang, as it was designed to do. Doing that, just the once when it was filmed, surely wouldn’t damage the fabric too much. Then we would have that film for posterity. After all, the condition of these items will never be as good as it is right now. They will only deteriorate further, as they age further.
Definitely try it on with something more historical while it is still in the toile. What a lovely thought, patterns from Cathy Hay . . . and Foundations Revealed. Can you imagine? Extant pocket patterns and instructions available in the Shop. You may not have to grade up or down, sometimes, just the base is enough of a start to go off of.
{the voice is sounding so normal 🤭 as we tell the granddaughter YAY, GEE!!}
I just love this entire project! In my opinion (and back to the sleeves), I think that the velvet will lay beautifully because of the weight of the fabric. You have definitely given this a lot of thought. Enjoy your time away. 👏❤😊
Cathy i’m not new to your channel but I’m not old to your channel either. I would love it if you made a book of things that you have sewn or do a video with everything you have ever created is that even possible.
I recently went and saw an exhibition of Guo Pei's work, and the thing that struck me is just what you say-the clothes were fantastical and well constructed, and it was cool to see the details up close, but it also seemed to be missing something because they were standing still. I wanted to see video of when these pieces first walked on a runway, to see how they moved. Because clothing is not meant to be static, part of the beauty of it is in the movement, and if you don't see it moving, you don't get the full picture. It's cool to see recreations of historical clothing and to see people wear them.
Also, just a guess, wouldn't it be interesting if the sleeve was originally patterned on a dress sleeve, and opened up with the gore to create that shape.
I love seeing that twinkle in your eye when you speak of your project...it's exciting.
I'm finding the process a delight to watch, though I'd never have the patience (or resources and skills) to do it myself. Thanks for sharing the comments!
Thank you for making these videos, I'm not in a position to join your costume college people as lovely as I'm sure they all are, but I really enjoy watching you all on TH-cam, I did wonder about making clothes for myself but I don't know if it's possible or if I will be well enough to make or even wear them now, but I really enjoy watching you ladies and I appreciate the effort you put into making the wonderful videos. Thanks again. 💝
I have a late 1800's to very early 1900's coat in great condition except for several missing buttons that I believe is a light wool. I'd love to know how to use it to create a larger one to fit. I love these and find hardly any information about them. I know you are experienced and trust your methods. I'm looking forward to seeing this.
Ooh, sounds lovely! That's a good idea - a video on how to take a pattern off an existing garment (that's where I'd begin). We certainly have an in-depth tutorial on how to do that at Foundations Revealed - I wonder whether anyone reading this has seen anything on YT that might give you ideas on where to start doing something like this?
Lady Rebecca Fashions does plus sized 1800s clothing. I think she has a video or two on how to size up patterns and clothing. Even if you're not plus sized the techniques would still apply. I love her because she's plus sized, like me, and not afraid to own it and make beautiful recreations of period pieces in her own size.
@@racek87 I found her I can't believe I wasn't aware of her I've watched so many for so long thanks for mentioning her
I think Abby Cox also did a video of how to take a pattern from an extant garment.
Hello Cathy. I'm really enjoying this series: I'm learning so much, and it has rekindled my enthusiasm for sewing. Can't wait to see the next stage. BTW, I don't know if anyone has already mentioned it, but ver de terre is the name for worms in french, lol.
I would love to buy a pattern for this coat. I even have a couple of fabrics on hand that would work for it.
It is amazing how many factors go into making a coat like this. You definitely have to consider final desired fit and use.
I greatly enjoy seeing your process, Kathy! Thanks so much for sharing it with us! If this coat is a success, I’d love to see a second one in olive green velvet with golden ginkgo leaf embroidery.
Voice better, shout out! Coat mock up amazing, the original gorgeous and I cannot wait for the result. Big fan of yours Cathy, you are fantastic.
I really love your reference to Babylon 5 - that series got me good on their thought on the evolution of beings ❤ it’s simply beautiful 🌟
Wow... this coat is beautiful. The embroidery is absolutely gorgeous! I studied graphic design and I remember learning about the arts and crafts movement in "History of graphic design arts" class. We studied how new things like foreign arts, such as japanese print technique or the invention of photography influenced the movement and led it to what we know today.
I may be wrong, but looking at this embroidery pattern I feel like it is strongly influenced by the invention of photography. Before the process was invented, it was very rare to see the subject of a picture go beyond or being cut by the frame (on any form of figurative art). floral arrangements would've been following the general shape of the piece of clothing and patterns were not meant to be realistic, we would rather modify the appearance of the actual plants to make it more abstract and achieve a more ornamental look. Cameras gave us the opportunity to capture nature more closely and we started enjoy the natural sense of harmony we find on plants, natural patterns, very small details and shapes on plants etc.
Isn't it fascinating that, by taking a closer look to any historical piece of art, we can figure so much things out, about were/what time it comes from? It is like the object for ever belongs to the very precise moment it was created.
Nowadays, since industrialization, we tent to favor a more efficient/less time consuming way of producing everyday object. But looking back on our History, I'm convinced that we all naturaly have this sense of beauty that pushes us to make art out of anything. And I love it!
I just realised cathy's voice 💗💗💗
Yes! I've always hoped you'd release patterns!!!
Awesome shoutout to Tim Curry in your vid today. This project is fascinating. I have been enjoying the time travel. This is beautiful work so far and I can’t wait to watch it come together.
I really love how wholeheartedly you answered these questions! I was already looking forward to this project, but seeing you so excitedly sharing your thoughts and considerations in this way makes me even more excited! I'm curious on weather you'll be doing the embroidery yourself or if you'll be hiring it out like you planned to do for the peacock dress? Either way, I'm so looking forward to seeing that bit of the make! Thanks so much for sharing your process and genuinely wanting your viewers to have a part in it
I just love the fabric of your summer dress ❤
Thank you all, very interesting questions (and answers) that wouldn't have occurred to me, a beginner 🤗
Gee Cathy....it sure would be nice if someone at the museum could be with you and give you access to really look closely at the gown/coat and be able to examine it real close......that way you could get all your questions answered.......what a lovely thought!
A lovely update. The little details you shared on darts and the sleeves were great. Perhaps Folkwear Patterns might collaborate with you on making a coat pattern. They do a beautiful job of recreating historic patterns.
Oh my goodness! It's going to be amazing
I like Q&A's. It is a bit like having a conversation in the exchange of ideas, so thanks for that. And kudos to whomever is editing. Excellent!
First of all, Love this project and enjoying the journey you're taking us on. The style and look of this coat is from my second favorite era in Art history.
Now, OMG I haven't heard an "Orlando" reference ..well I think ever from you guys. I say Guys as I'd think that Bernadette and others might have looked at the movie adaptation and commented on the accuracy or styles in this movie. The Book was fascinating, and the movie kinda did it justice. So I was happy when you mentioned this.
Looking amazing. Can't wait to see you wearing it in velvet 🤩
I came for the pretty clothes, I’ve stayed for the B5 reference 😂 that was a great show!
The mockup does bring the coat to life. It's fun to see you wearing it.
This was great fun, thanks for sharing what you do with us ❤
Orlando one of a movie I was fond of.
I love your work . So very happy to see you back!
I love watching you go through your thought processes and remaking these amazing outfits.
Have a good holiday.
Just found your channel, beautiful coat. My wedding dress was made from a vogue pattern in plum coloured velvet. I bought it from Rose and Hubble, and mad it with medieval sleeves. Love it still and that was thirty years ago. No embroidery though, can’t be faffed with that lol. Sorry to hear about how you were treated, and your voice. Ignore the bad comments and just work on how you want to sound. Some people loose their voice totally due to psychological reasons. It’s very hard to go though phases In Life like that, I’ve been to a similar place. Love your channel and I’m fascinated to follow along. Thank you xxx
Love your attention to detail - glad to see your voice is much better - Hooray ! I love your knowledge & being open to comments and ideas - look forward to next episode -
Very interesting! I'll look forward to the continuation.
Thank you for answering my question! There were some very good questions here, I can't wait to see it finished
Love the visit! Have a wonderful trip!
I am so pleased that you want to wear the coat in just normal life 😊
Thanks you for sharing this journey with us - I really enjoy your way of presenting 😘
Ok, no dressing gowns. 😁 I had to try. I do love what you do with Foundations Revealed! I also love Orlando! Thanks for all that you do.
I am loving this coat 💗🇦🇺👍👏👏👏💕💗
Yea a Babylon 5 reference, loved that series. The mock up is looking good, best of luck with the rest.
Years ago I made a velvet ball gown with chiffon overlay and on the sleeves I did do darts because the velvet was just too thick once gathered because of the velvet I added 3 darts which then left me with not so much as gathering but an in between gathering and ease I need to find the dress now that I have lost so much weight it will need to be taken in.
I have been collecting the books that you have been using, most I already had from back in my collage days.
I soo loved your reference to Si-fi programmes lol the other reference would be the Time Lords from Dr Who😊😊😊
Thank you for answering my questions. Can't wait to see the finished embroidery on the finished coat.
Such thoughtful comments!
Simply enjoying your process and in wonder at how talented you are. Thanks for sharing it all with those of us who can no longer sit at a sewing machine or wield a hand needle. Best wishes on this project 💝
I love you so much for the Tim Curry reference as we're sliding into October here... 👄⚡
Thank you Cathy for including my comment in the video. Gave me quite a buzz. Safe travels.
Please please consider doing a pattern of the coat, as I think your hard work should be shown to the masses, plus I'd love to steam punk it up!!!!! Looking forward to your next video. Kind regards Heidi
A RHPS *and* a Babylon 5 reference?? Be still my geeky heart, you’re awesome!
Babylon 5 was the shit! Such a good show! 90s Sci-Fi is so good, Star Trek The Next Generation is one of my all time favourite shows! Anyway, back to sewing, I'm psyched to see this coat come together! Good Q&A this month, though.
Safe travels looking forward to kore updates when you get back home.
In the end it come to your personal comfort, because if the coat is not comfortable when you move your arms- a deal breaker and I would defer to comfort. However I think the coat looks amazing. Remember only true perfection is to time travel back to the year the historicals garments were made, and they also made mistakes!
I'm so excited to see this finished you are so talented when will the final fabric be in so we can see it?
Hi Rachel, good question! I'm working on something quite special for the velvet, so watch this space, I hope it pans out!
I wonder, will you make a video of yourself picking and shopping for the fashion fabric for this project? Shopping for the fabric is my favorite of any project.
Thanks Cathy💖
I love the purple velvet and embroidery. Are you planning to keep the same colors? Also if embroidery does pull in, would it be worth it to leave an extra bit in the seams. I would ask how you could take on such a big project but I have made several quilts. One hexagon had thousands of pieces so I know about long projects. Good luck.
On the coat sleeves to avoid crushing the dress sleeves, perhaps instead of attaching the tarlatan to the velvet, attach it to the lining. This would allow you to give some serious structure to protect dress sleeves, while not affecting the drape of the velvet.
One way to measure the degree of puffiness in the sleeves is to draw in the embroidery to scale. If the embroidery fits 👍. If there's too much background 👎. 💖🌞🌵😷
I can see where you are coming from with the Rocky Horror reference. I am now getting pictures in my head of Tim Curry swanning around in this coat. But then a plain black version might be better 😂
I'd love that pattern too ❤️
I DO KNOW BABYLON FIVE! it'S GIVING VORLON!
It was fun to hear peoples comments on the collar!! It made me think of Ming the Merciless 😂 (You are much better looking though obviously)
Please review the look in this video of the back of the mockup in comparison to the original, it appears more fitted to the waist area instead of going straight back from the shoulders down and possibly also leave some additional room for dresses with bustles? Just a suggestion and observations. Hope this is helpful and still wanted- Dave (20 plus years of sewing, custom clothing design, patterns from scratch etc. In case you were wondering. )
I think it would be marvelous if you wear it at the museum and have pictures taken side by side of the original.
I honestly love the coat as it is in the mock up, i would only shorten the length, that's my preference.
Hello Cathy, any update on this project? Is the coat finished yet? I'm so looking forward to the finished results. Best from Tirana, Albania & Thank you for breathing life into what we've sadly been able to admire only in museums.
YES that’s the look at 13:30 that I see in the jacket.
Some of this might be resolved by the choice of fabric. I mean that the weight of the fabric may bring the size down optically. I'd hold on anymore tweeking of the pattern personally until fabric is chosen. But that's me with my 3 years of sewing experience doing basics like buttons, following Simplicity patterns for Halloween costumes, and hems.
To me the original is not as fitted from the shoulders down in the back. From this area down it gives more of a tented away from the body look. I believe this is to give room for back padding of the dress skirt and to make the coat appear to have a shoulder train effect sweeping back behind the person wearing the coat. I agree it would be very nice to see the inside lining and on a person. However it’s probably way to fragile.
oh, excellent!
Regarding Gui Smith's comment about the Time Lord Council.....
WAY Way way back, when "Doctor" meant Tom Baker; there was a story arc where our beloved misfit became the boss of all of them on Gallifrey, and he wore the most amazing coat for his investiture; with stacked pleats at the shoulders, and amazing sleeves...and honestly, it looked like coats had simultaneously been stolen from Moses and QE I. It was creamy white, and glimmery, and if Tom didn't just walk out to the car wearing it, I have no use for him.
I've got a tiny paper mockup somewhere and i WANT to be buried in that coat....
The person who mentioned the Tudor fashion might have been happy to know that that style of collar was often referred to as a Medici collar
Ok, I know you may be further on in the process than you were at the time of filming this, but how about going to some thrift shops and see if you can find something in a fabric of similar weight (and maybe even velvet) to make a mock up sleeve from and see if the puffiness is reduced. That might save you a little when cutting the actual ones.
I'm making a historical pattern-making software for my programming course final assignment (I'm using the Thornton method book to do it but the plan is to add more patterns to it over time) that returns a pdf printable file with the pattern made to the measurements provided by the user and I'd be happy to see if I can add the coat to it (It will take a while tho I am but just starting with it)
About the paint color: it's actually a word play. Vert de Terre, as you say, means Green of the earth. But it also sounds identical to Ver de terre, which means earthworm :)
The sleeve puff can be padded with some crystal organza
Are you ever contacted by theater/movies for historical costumes? Your quality is amazing.
How do you keep the collar on the back of the coat upright? do you use some type of lining like tarlatan if I spelled it right?
Is that a Worth coat beside the Worth gown that you showed in 4:04. The style looked very similar to the coat you are doing.