DIY BALACLAVA IN 30 minutes - DRAFT and SEW your very own! Step-by-step drafting + sewing steps

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  • Dear Sewing Friends, in this video I would love to share with you how I made this Balaclava, also known as a ski mask. Now, apparently they are popular again, go figure - fashion really comes back around in 20 year cycles! I hope you enjoy this tutorial, gain something valuable and make your own Balaclava!
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  • @patriciabee4690
    @patriciabee4690 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    Hi. I was on the ski hill near Banff yesterday wondering how could I have a pretty balaclava to wear under my ski helmet. Thank you. Wow. What a coincidence.

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It sure is, a pleasant coincidence :) and you can use pretty fabric scraps for it and even add some fluffy stuff to it if that makes it better for wearing underneath a helmet :)

    • @bethfilighera855
      @bethfilighera855 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I thought bacalava was a desert

  • @shanaazmohammed7713
    @shanaazmohammed7713 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

    It kinda reminds me of a hijab

    • @dashiajames1882
      @dashiajames1882 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      That's what I actually thought was too...!!

  • @patriciarodriguez3863
    @patriciarodriguez3863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

    WOW WOW WOW ALISA YOU HAVE REALLY OUTDONE URSELF THIS TIME !! I mean all ur patterns and outfits are always awesome but to draft this and make it is AMAZING!! I would never have been able to do it thank u sooo much!! From Patricia Rodriguez San Antonio Tx

  • @patriciarodriguez3863
    @patriciarodriguez3863 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    WOW WOW WOW ALISA YOU HAVE REALLY OUTDONE URSELF THIS TIME !! I mean all ur patterns and outfits are always awesome but to draft this and make it is AMAZING!! I would never have been able to do it thank u sooo much!! From Patricia Rodriguez San Antonio Tx

  • @abaigealduda2756
    @abaigealduda2756 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    I am SOOOO excited to try this! I tried an upcycle version using an existing vest hoodie into a balaclava and pogies (hand covers that go over bicycle handlebars), but I needed to cut down the large hood. It's ok, but not great for fit. Having a pattern that will fit ME - AND looks so much cleaner and nicer than my first upcycle attempt is going to be amazing!!! I really can't believe that you figured out this pattern and were willing to share it with us. You are an incredibly talented and generous person. Thank you sincerely.

    • @abaigealduda2756
      @abaigealduda2756 ปีที่แล้ว

      Recently, we in Massachusetts were enjoying temperatures in the 70's. In November. But we're now more seasonally appropriate with temperatures in the 40s. I've decided to make another -maybe 2 matching (so that I can alternate,wash and have a backup) for this long winter season. I literally wore out the one that I sewed last year. Without a doubt, this has been the most important pattern/project of yours that has made my life better. Thank you, again, so much.

  • @kathleendemoya6089
    @kathleendemoya6089 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    You should sell a printed pattern

  • @kme
    @kme 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need to make some of these for us here on the Prairies... I have stretch fleece I could use (it was meant to be a cape but I screwed up the cutting, so... lol I will have to try again. idek what was I thinking? 🤔)
    I remember wearing balaclavas when I was a kid too bc it was so freaking *cold*. I think it was the winter of 1976 or something that it got super duper cold for some reason. My parents got us kids these itchy black things to wear that I know now are balaclavas. I've seen new styles of them recently, and really liked your design. 🥰👍
    edit to add: I'm going to forward this to friends who might be interested in making these for their family too. 👍

  • @Joselyntalented
    @Joselyntalented ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I love this but can make pattern printable or pdf on Etsy I would definitely buy .. I’m too lazy make pattern

  • @ZhovtoBlakytniy
    @ZhovtoBlakytniy 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I need this today, thank you!
    It's -17°C here today and snowing every week since late November.

  • @thewritejohansen8054
    @thewritejohansen8054 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Ha! Ha! My Ukrainian family wears these all the time! Wonderful for winter -- you can enjoy outdoor activities when you're dressed correctly for the weather;) Awesome video.

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Exactly, when you're dressed for the weather you don't have to deal with feeling uncomfortable! :) I am glad this is going to be helpful!

    • @Denise11Schultz
      @Denise11Schultz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Supporting Ukraine in many ways now 🕊especially my long ago friends Mark and Yara S, wonder where you are now.

  • @imsewblessed1578
    @imsewblessed1578 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    It’s wonderful!! It’s currently -27 degrees here today. To be out in this weather you need exactly this design. I love it. Great job Alisa. 👍👍👌🏼🥰

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Woooohooo! I am so glad this is useful! Really awesome thanks to Member Abaigeal for putting me on this path :)

    • @abaigealduda2756
      @abaigealduda2756 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ThoughtfulCreativity (Can't believe you actually created this design!)💌

    • @ritamusina571
      @ritamusina571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ā....un manu meitu sauc Alise!🙈💕

  • @marsfran55
    @marsfran55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I use balaclavas for under my ski hat or helmet, they are great head warmers! And to have a pattern for one now?!! WOWZERS!!!!!!!

  • @vlutt6776
    @vlutt6776 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’m so so so so so GRATEFUL!!! Thank you for the work that you do!’n

  • @dashiajames1882
    @dashiajames1882 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I literally thought Backlava was just food..!! Didn't think it was an garment. Lovely...!!

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Baklava is a sweet pastry, but balaclava - is this head garment :) they both sound very similar!

  • @rebeccacamacho-sobczak4282
    @rebeccacamacho-sobczak4282 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Soooooo very cool!!!

  • @julieottaway177
    @julieottaway177 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have tried this super snuggly and warm thank you x

  • @joyscranfield5527
    @joyscranfield5527 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    My granddaughters will appreciate something like this on our cold mornings. Years ago I wore an old helmet liner while doing my morning chores but it was still cold, my face stayed chapped all winter! Thankfully my granddaughters don't have outside morning chores!

  • @JosieStev
    @JosieStev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I need to make one of these for our camping trip 😍

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It really does come together so quickly, you will love it + you can use your scraps for it :)

  • @barbarawarner4645
    @barbarawarner4645 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Brilliant! This was a great tutorial. Thank you.

  • @geralynlima9152
    @geralynlima9152 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Great idea to make for shoveling snow! It would be nice if you were able to make a downloadable pattern of what you’ve already made. I will try this.

  • @dayangraudzahmdyusop7557
    @dayangraudzahmdyusop7557 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Thank you Alisa💐

  • @Cmonicab55
    @Cmonicab55 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    So cute. You look like the flying nun.

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Lol, my husband said I look like a TOE :D I choose flying nun :)

  • @christinehubbard2035
    @christinehubbard2035 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Am I the only person who misread the title as baklava and got really confused?!? 🤣🤣

  • @cheryloconnor8628
    @cheryloconnor8628 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I would love to see a tutorial on drafting a swimsuit pattern. I have a plus size granddaughter and swim season is approaching fast. Thank you for all the great tips and ideas.

  • @joycemalasique
    @joycemalasique 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I am so glad to have found your channel. As a beginner sewer, I loaded up on free sewing patterns to try, but I always ended up frustrated as I cannot get the sizing correct. Then I realized that my body shape/size is not "ideal." You made my experience in pattern drafting and sewing so enjoyable. Thank you very very much and keep on inspiring lots of people with your thoughtful creativity!

  • @corriemurray5039
    @corriemurray5039 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Can’t say how happy I am that I found this- I already follow you and loooove your videos but had not found this video yet. When I searched for a balaclava video and this came up I almost screamed. Thank you ! ❤

  • @molnotmole3428
    @molnotmole3428 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I’ve been walking/hiking a lot more so this is great timing for me to make a quick & easy way to layer up for winter walks. As you were drafting I was thinking of ways/fabrics to “weird it up” to my regular standards 😆

  • @johnneywyoming135
    @johnneywyoming135 ปีที่แล้ว

    If I want my material to go over past the shoulders, do I just increase my neck base measurement??

  • @cziegle3794
    @cziegle3794 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    Yay top 18 and top 8 likes and comments. Love this channel.

  • @raraavis7782
    @raraavis7782 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I first read 'Baklava' and was confused 😅.
    Yeah, those things are damn handy, when it's cold outside, especially on a bycicle. They stay on your head and don't narrow your field of vision (like most hoods do).
    Thanks for the thorough pattern drafting instructions! A great way, to use up some scrap fabric.

    • @abaigealduda2756
      @abaigealduda2756 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I"m excited about this for bicycling, too!

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Yes, great for fabric scraps and you're not the only one who read "baklava" at first, he he, it happens :)

    • @abaigealduda2756
      @abaigealduda2756 ปีที่แล้ว

      Rara, I'm about to make another one for biking in Massachusetts again this winter. So excited to know that someone else wanted to use this amazing tutorial/pattern for the same purpose! to you and of course to Alisa!

  • @jordanedwards7800
    @jordanedwards7800 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Thanks for the template it came out good

  • @miakimmons4014
    @miakimmons4014 8 หลายเดือนก่อน

    What fabrics are good for this project?

  • @Musicwarmsmysoul
    @Musicwarmsmysoul 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Too warm for one of these where I am, but I'd totally try to rock some dino plates or a pair of pom poms *chuckle*! Cute idea. Funny, this is the second tutorial I've seen on making balaclava this winter - they seem to be needed! :)

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      These are coming back in fashion, I was shocked too! :)

  • @jordanedwards7800
    @jordanedwards7800 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    But I didn't cut it up like u but I am going try it

  • @libbyheeren
    @libbyheeren 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    You never cease to amaze me with the quality and generosity of your instructional videos! I'm relocating from a very hot climate to a very cold one soon, and this will be perfect! And CUTE! Thank you so much!

  • @hattiedraper1061
    @hattiedraper1061 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    We used to wear balaclavas as children (my grandma used to knit them for us). But children these days don’t seem to - what a shame if they’re not in fashion with youngsters any more. I’m certainly going to use this tutorial to make myself one from a fleece I have. Thank you.

  • @arvettadelashmit9337
    @arvettadelashmit9337 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    It looks like my glasses would fog up, as they do with a face mask on a cold day. The wind should not be able to blow that off. Great idea.

  • @KALI-244
    @KALI-244 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I love this so much it looks cute. I appreciate your explanations so precise.

  • @karenhoman5752
    @karenhoman5752 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    That looks warm and it can be used with a face mask. Good!

  • @Joy1957K
    @Joy1957K 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thank you Alisa 😘👏👏👏👍😍

  • @ritamusina571
    @ritamusina571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I live in Latvia. Nobady wears that hat, but I wanted to sew it for daughter. I like pixie hats, so maybe You can create pixie version!?
    This type of hats are very eastern, russian, polish....old school hats. Latvians more try to move with style to north or west.

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Rita, sveicieni Jums! Es dziivoju Latvijaa liidz 2012. gadam un kad biju mazinja - gandriiz visiem maniem draugiem bija taada cepure! Varbuut Jums nebija, bet mums bija :) This type of hat is actually coming back to fashion :) I don't need a pixie hat as of the moment, but you can use a hood tutorial I have on my channel to create your own! :)

    • @ritamusina571
      @ritamusina571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@ThoughtfulCreativity 🥰🥰🥰 tik jauki un patiesi!!! 💜 Paldies par foršajiem, vienkāršajiem video!!! Manā ģimenē maz rokdarbnieču, varbūt tāpēc...bet- tagad manai meitai būs šāda cepure!💕💕💕

    • @ThoughtfulCreativity
      @ThoughtfulCreativity  2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ritamusina571 Tieshaam? Kaada sakritiiba! Taa kaa vaards ir krievu - visi krievi sauc mani kaa ir, bet latvieshi - Alise un man ljoti patiik :) tik forshi ka Juus shujat, cik ilgi Juus jau aizraujaties ar shuushanu, ja es driikstu Jums vaicaat? Nu super, ljoti ceru ka Juusu meitinjai patiiks, un ja gribat uztaisiit pixie hat, vienkaarshi paskatieties video par kapuci un uztaisiet kapucha aizmuguri asu nu un divas lentiites pieshujiet lai var cepuri sasiet.

    • @ritamusina571
      @ritamusina571 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sāku šūt, kad Alise piedzima pirms 6.5 gadiem. Krievvalodīgie kaimiņi viņu sauc Aļisa. 🥰 Jā, es jau padomāju, ka ko nu uzmācos...jāšuj tik būs pašai pixie. 😀 Vienkārši ļoti patīk video skatīties! 🤩 Jā, par kapuci jāpaskatās, kanālu tikai nesen atradu un iepatikās vienkāršais, skaidrais stils. Smeļos iedvesmu un gatavojos kādreiz arī sava novada amatnieku tirdziņā piedalīties, jo februārī Alisei būs māsa (laikam Sofija). Gribu vairāk laika pavadīt ar meitenēm! Thank you!!!!🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @kimpowyer1603
    @kimpowyer1603 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks so very much for sharing this. I live in Sunny Queensland Australia, so not to cold here, but this will be great for sun protection when out on the boat fishing or
    Jetsking as it’s not always possible to put sunscreen on.

  • @carolynhamilton5088
    @carolynhamilton5088 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    So cool !

  • @kathleendemoya6089
    @kathleendemoya6089 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Can I use stretch thread?

  • @Oumahmad199
    @Oumahmad199 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    👍👍👍👍merci