1960’s evening gown for Atl Frocktails | simplicity 4688

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[@moonlit51]

The dress is beautiful, and those gloves…wow. You look stunning.

[@gaiabreeze]

And so clever to select a fabric that would still allow you to use your device

[@the1_grammy503]

Young lady, you are so very talented! You are beautiful and I like how you make your videos. They are direct and to the point. Please continue posting!

[@lindagoesel3815]

Absolutely love this video. Brought me way back. I made this exact dress in 1963 to my high school prom. I made it out of pink satin with a lace overlay that was scalloped on the bottom edge. The lace fabric was 48 in wide enabling me to use it over the entire skirt with the embroidery going up from hem. I made the jacket the same with scallop along the hem. I was so proud of this and loved it so much, I shortened the skirt at the waist bringing the scallop up to below my knees. Then added spaghetti straps to the strapless top and wore it for graduation. I was able to wear it to friends weddings that next couple years. I'm 79 now, have no idea what happened to it but seeing this video gave me warm fuzziness. Thank you and you looked fabulous. ❤

[@paulamasland1612]

Beautiful!!!

[@jennydene9776]

Lovely

[@poorthing]

What a lovely memory...I can just picture the dress you made

[@scarletred8888]

That’s wonderful ! I was hoping you were going to say ‘I still have it ‘❤

[@lindagoesel3815]

@@scarletred8888 I wish I did too, but I have pics at least.

[@nancylynnmartin7007]

GORGEOUS!!!!! We should be teaching this talent in school. Keep posting! God Bless!

[@sandramadaris7814]

Lovely project!!! You look divine, and your up-do hair was so elegant! You are a talented and beautiful lady--your sewing skills are SO impressive!!! My mom and my grandmother both sewed like you do--they made our outfits including coats!!! Such wonderful memories of all the sewing adventures we shared! Thank you for sharing your wonderful productions!

[@peacenow4456]

Wonderful skills demonstrated here , lovely dress too, and brings back wonderful memories of sewing! I made most of my young son's Halloween costumes and school history costumes, decades ago... whatever he wanted, I made.

[@karenc2192]

That’s a beautiful dress!! I so admire those like you, who can pull it off! ❤❤

[@holly7937]

The fabric is astonishingly beautiful just like the finished dress. I wish I could sew. You're very talented and have a good eye for Beauty. And you look gorgeous in it.

[@millymarmalade7537]

Oooo la la! You look like a French impressionist painting. Absolutely gorgeous! I am so happy that you finally went to a Frocktails party! You know you had a good time when you almost lose your voice the next day! LOL! Those poppy gloves are so creative and I love the touch of sequins that you added to enhance your natural sparkle! Thank you for sharing!

[@poorthing]

I read comments before watching .. NOW I see what you meant, THAT FABRIC......! Monet❤

[@carolyntaylor8769]

Young lady it is a Blessing to see someone so young keeping a skilled tradition alive. My mother was a Tailer. Thank you for sharing.

[@brendasnow8255]

I subscribed.

[@doodlesbug]

09:05 The flowers, the dress, the candid mid-step side look, the beauty of you. This is art.

[@jenniferfeitelson7802]

Wow!!! And thank you for sharing your “getting out of the comfort zone” story. It resonates and it really helps! You look fantastic!!

[@bridgettemallory6868]

You look absolutely stunning give it all Hollywood vibes all day💐❤️‍🔥

[@cileguidry7700]

I remember my mother making this exact pattern when I was in middle school. The dress was in peacock blue peau de soi and the jacket in matching velveteen. I’m a great grandmother now!!🎉 Beautiful!!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

That sounds beautiful!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

That sounds lovely!

[@shananigans0117]

Absolutely love the print of the dress! 👗 it’s exciting to hear you’re getting out more, would love to see you wearing your custom pieces out and about

[@sross54]

What is old comes new again!❤️

[@mslove9191]

Simply Beautiful!!!!! you work is clean and precise! Thank you for sharing❤

[@jeanieq6153]

Stunning. Beautifully done!

[@cynthiakey1258]

Love that old Kenmore. Just proves a seamstress doesn't need a new machine with all the fancy bells and whistles to make a beautiful creation.

[@heidiwittman5201]

My mom had that exact machine, I think she wore hers out.

[@heatherpratchler1509]

When my grandma was downsizing I claimed her big sewing machine. It's a old Bernina, and just works, and can go through almost anything. I've made so many cosplays with that machine, I'm gonna keep it going as long as possible

[@heathercollins4432]

Same! My main machines are both Singer - one from 1963 and the other from 1936.... both of them still sew like champs!!!

[@sandra701]

👸🏽Gorgeously and eloquently dressed for a ball. Your chosen soft water colored paints were an appropriate spring mixture of colors. Thank you for sharing!

[@pearlinejones9693]

Your gown was absolutely gorgeous!!! •••and sewing in a hurry with precision! All I see is professional work. So talented, SewRena! ❤🎉

[@TheAQUAJAG]

Beautiful outfit. You are very talented. I’m 74 years young and you remind me of the skills and talent my mother had. She made clothing including winter coats for her four daughters. Today is actually the 13th anniversary of her passing. Was a wonderful treat to watch you at the sewing machine it was like watching her. Thank you 🙏 I hope you continue to go out and wish you much success.

[@twovirginiacats3753]

A high school friend and I were talking about how it was when we were in high school back in the very early 70's. Our mothers made our clothes. We had a sewing chest at the house with extra fabric so when you needed something in a hurry you might be able to find some fabric and notions already on hand. It wasn't unusual for Mom to "run one up" a day or two before a special school event.

[@sammyjo8109]

My mother and grandmother started teaching me to sew when I was ten by first pinning patterns to fabric. I first helped grandma make one of her bib aprons and was so proud of it. By the time I was in high school I made most of my skirts, tops and dress's. I made all my children's clothes until the boys got into zipper pants. Sears "tough skins" for boy's were indestructable. I couls not match that.

[@optistudent1]

You are a beautiful, creative young woman. I thoroughly enjoyed watching this! 🤩🤩🤩

[@joycejackson9315]

My grandma was like this. She was an amazing seamstress. Great video.

[@kristeng7040]

Beautiful comment!

[@sharonlain5830]

I was born in 1955 so I remember these styles growing up. People looked so glamorous. I watched my cousin dress up in a similar dress for an evening out with her fiancé. You are so talented !! ⭐️

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

We're the same age! There was such a drastic change from the 60s to the 70s in fashions, including hairstyles! I always felt a little bit like I'd missed my right time, style-wise! 😂

[@opheliahamlet3508]

I'm running out of superlatives to describe your work Rena. Opulent. You aced it with the fabric. And the gloves! You and the dress are exquisite!

[@jennyc9901]

Absolutely beautiful. Modest and stunning. ❤❤❤

[@dianedunbar1805]

What a beautiful dress on a beautiful lady.

[@nelled6240]

Beautiful. I appreciate the fact that you take the time to model the dress for us.

[@suzannebunbury2961]

Amazing dress, I love it! You’re brilliant and beautiful. ❤️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🏆

[@FrostyDufour]

Gorgeous! I'm old enough to remember women dressing well and like your ensemble for special occasions. You look lovely 🌸

[@sross54]

Definition in waist and hips- welcome back!

[@chanelhopeful5336]

You’re absolutely Amazing!!!!

[@estellesmith5147]

Beautiful outfit, it’s wonderful to see ladies actually looking and dressing like ladies. Lovely gloves.

[@lezliesawyer5930]

WOW, you are so talented and beautiful. I'm glad you are getting out more. Live life to the fullest!!!! God Bless!!!

[@lizajane6926]

My mother had a seamstress and I remember this dress when I was a child. Mama was a mix of Elizabeth Taylor and Jackie Kennedy. Mama passed away 2yrs ago and was still very beautiful,a true Southern Belle. I also have the exact same sewing machine!

[@KaliKali-hv9bt]

Wow your mom must’ve been so 😍 beautiful

[@PatriciaPageMosaicArtsCrafts]

What a lovely share ❤❤❤

[@tomorrowedwards8374]

Beautiful dress 👗 👠👠👜

[@joybellamy5561]

It’s beautiful and you look gorgeous. Can’t wait to see the pictures.

[@phyllisbryant4382]

You look absolutely gorgeous! Congratulations! Those lovely dresses of the 60's were so feminine!

[@katrineleber7238]

Oh my! You look lovely! How much fun. I’m 74. I wore dresses like that to dances and proms when I was young! Hugs, treen 💕💕💕

[@AnastasiaRomanov-w9x]

Those old patterns bring back memories. I used to make my own clothes in high school in the 60s. But I wasn’t very good at it so they looked home made. lol.

[@rlight7666]

🤣🤣

[@maggieg8200]

Oh wow! It's beautiful! Thanks for sharing! Hope you feel better!

[@tisa6]

❤❤❤ this gown! Beautiful updo too!❤

[@roxanneswanson8305]

Stunning! Frocktails sounds like a blast! So tickled that you got somewhere fun to wear one of your beautiful creations.

[@lydiakinnaman3679]

Very talented, plus love the other dresses... this dress is soooo beautiful, fabric choice, everything. And elegant, you look beautiful.

[@aedsell]

You have a real treasure in that Kenmore machine. Never let it go.

[@poorthing]

I have a 1970s Kenmore sewing machine, love it

[@ginasmitasin479]

My groom of two weeks gave me a sewing machine ( Designer) for our first Christmas together in 1979. I made both my younger sister’s wedding dresses, most of my maternity clothes, baby/toddler/up to about age ten when my daughter decided she wanted clothing from a store. Our Swiss exchange students silk sage prom dress, my mother of the bride in a dark brown silk, many chair/sofa covers and sun shades. I love coming up with an idea and making it happen. This young woman has skilzzzzzzz.

[@ilciataracena-delcid5397]

I have that same machine over 38 years

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

I'm 68 and I was gifted a Singer in the mid 70s and my mother replaced her early 1950s Singer with a Kenmore around the same time. I've always wished I had the old Singer she replaced - it's what I learned to sew on and made so many things. I still have both my Singer and her Kenmore. I've only come close to replacing with a fancier machine once, but decided I really didn't need it. I love the older, simpler machines - the ones where you could leave the needle down, lift the presser foot and turn the fabric for beautifully sharp corners!

[@doris1826]

I received my Kenmore as a high school graduation gift. I will attend our 50th class reunion this week, and she still runs like a champion!

[@dorismays2448]

Simply Stunning. Gorgeous dress. Love it❤❤❤❤❤

[@ancient1967]

How lovely and beautiful!👏💐❤️✨

[@NatachaKemp]

Absolutely lovely. You look stunning in the dress. 👗

[@mlentz1975]

So glad to “hear” that you had so much fun 💙 I bet it was wonderful to be amongst creative folks 💙💙💙💙

[@elizabethneely747]

You are talent plus fun. The finished dress is lovely . I remember these dresses from my high school years, seeing you wear your own creation is a joy.

[@DL-vw8ku]

Oh my goodness!!! The dress is beautiful just like you!! Beautiful material, loved the poppies!!!! ❤️

[@meliw4142]

Brautiful! I just love your sewing machine. Those ole workhorses are the best.

[@doloresglass8881]

Oh girlfriend. I see. I’m 67 and have been sewing since I was 8 yo. Your gown is Not Only Lovely - But it looks Great on You !!!!!! Oh! You go girl ❤ 🎉 🥰

[@georgiaprickett8472]

Oh my goodness! You are absolutely stunning in that dress! The dress is beautiful. I so wish i could sew. You are very talented, and it amazes me. I so wish i had your skills, talent, and vision.

[@noone_inparticular]

WOW! The dress is really beautiful!!!❤

[@mrsblue3011]

Rena you are such a pretty girl! Honestly your talent has floored me. You are the essence of class.

[@conniemcmillian7010]

Love everything you make. ❤️ ❤❤

[@SheerStitchery]

So beautiful ❤

[@paulaarons430]

Beautiful, you’re definitely bringing back glamour and classy looks. Iris Aarons

[@MsKeebe]

The dress with the jacket is my favourite. Of course, like everything you create, it is gorgeous.

[@stevene.874]

Thank you for using a vintage sewing machine too! Kudos!

[@annkoegel1595]

What a beautiful dress. The fabric is stunning. Thank you for sharing.

[@cathrinewhite7629]

Gorgeous! What a talent you are! I am amazed at the finished dress, it came together just beautifully!🙏🏼👏🌹

[@unclaimedtreasure352]

The dress is beautiful and not too tight it fits perfectly.

[@_mergg]

So beautiful. Thank you.

[@leewhite-graham753]

Stunning! YOU are a talent to be recokened with!!

[@nancyhammons3594]

When I was in high school, I would leave the house at 7 AM for school, my mom would be getting the fabric out to make my dad a three piece suit, pants, vest and jacket. About 3PM I would walk in the house, and she would be hanging up the jacket. All the parts were done, lined, buttons and zippers and everything. I never learned how to do that kind of sewing, I'm lucking if I can get my machine to sew a straight line. You, my dear, are a Goddess with the sewing machine, I was in awe watching this video. You look beautiful, that dress was wonderful.

[@joannemcbride3795]

Beautiful dress and a beautiful woman!

[@janetsplanet4161]

So beautiful, you are so talented and have a fantastic eye for color and design.

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much ❤️💕

[@pippavombr5856]

This dress is perfect on you. I never had the skills (or the passion) for sewing. It is a great talent to make your own dresses.

[@hannahstraining7476]

That fabric was an inspired choice!And you made excellent use of it. The complete outfit is gorgeous! Love the poppies on the gloves, and the buttoned-back of the bolero. So glad you had a great time at Frocktails!

[@funo6581]

Gorgeous dress. I love the fabric. The gloves are such a lovely addition. You look absolutely stunning!

[@blairviolet_]

You nailed the theme! The structure is divine

[@libbyjensen1858]

OH MY GOSH!!! That dress is stunning!! You look so beautiful in it!!!!

[@TheGardenKitten]

That dress is so beautiful. You look absolutely gorgeous in it. Thank you for sharing the process. Hope you had a great time at Frocktails

[@barbarawoodhouse5514]

You picked a beautiful classic dress. Lovely.

[@cypriennezed5640]

LOL time flies when you leave the house (so I hear... well done getting out, maybe someday I'll join you!)

[@eloisejones9279]

Love that you are trying new things and getting out...in your beautiful makes! 🎉

[@llamabean529]

This is super cute! I'm also in my sewing outfits for events era, it's nice to have something specific to wear things to. I hope you had a wonderful time

[@regenia8738]

Wow! Just wow! Absolutely gorgeous!

[@CindyLeaux]

Soo beautiful!! The fabric, the sequins, the bow 🎀 I have this pattern in my stash to eventually dip my foot into trying a “wiggle dress” (as my hips are so much wider than my waist so I figured this silhouette would fit). I‘m so happy you made this pattern! 🩵

[@SewRena]

You will look amazing in it I’m sure!!! Everything you touch is gold

[@CindyLeaux]

@@SewRenaaw thank you!! 🥹🥹🥹

[@maryreed4534]

It turned out perfect, and you look stunning in it. This is the first time one of your videos popped up in my feed. Now I'm hooked! ❤

[@glamahras]

You are super talented. I love vintage the fabric is beautiful who would have guessed. It was the perfect choice love the dress

[@lngridmoore1489]

You are amazing with your talent. Absolutely love your work and style. Beautiful

[@bethroesch2156]

OMG you look like a princess and the hair is perfection. Now that I'm old, I really wish I had paid attention and learned to sew when my mom tried to teach me. You're not simply making clothes, you're creating an art piece. That fabric is magical and you look so beautiful. Well done 🙏🏻♥️✌🏻

[@bettyeames6812]

Beautiful dress! Perfect for Frocktails

[@PungiFungi]

People who can sew and make their own clothes, I am very jealous.

[@marielfalk4537]

Oh wow, you are so talented. And the posing with nature in the flowers and trees in the backdrop??? DIVINE

[@stilettodivah]

Yas to that dress! I'm glad you're getting out. Atl Frocktails seems like the most popular one.

[@Kay_Veeee]

That dress is insanely gorgeous. You look lovely.

[@lindsayaliciawilcox2440]

Very sweet outfit. Love it with the jacket too. Brings a nice balance to the whole silhouette and it’s a different one from most of what’s out there today. Very refreshing to see something different.

[@Pandora819]

Absolutely stunning! So much talent.

[@janejdough2230]

I like how you say, "Waspy Look"!!

[@margomoore4527]

LOVE, love, LOVE the fabric! Glad to see you replace the “Jackie”-style bodice with something less stiff and more graceful! You look absolutely charming in the dress!😘

[@katwitanruna]

😂 I was thinking „oh you’ll be wearing a slip anyway“ just as it popped on the screen!!

[@Lucinda_Jackson]

It's amazing to me how few girls and women wear slips any more! They can actually be a little hard to find. Clothes look so much smoother and nicer with a slip.

[@eleanorcoleman21]

Stunningly beautiful. 😍

[@elizabethturel78]

New subscriber! Absolutely beautiful dress on you. My mother was a tailor for 70 years. I so admire people who have talent and patience to do this kind of art❣️👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Your dress is GORGEOUS!!! Your old Kenmore, reminds me of one that I used to have. You are wonderful seamstress. Please make more, sew with me, videos. Thank you for this one. 😊👏👏👏

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much! I have so many videos just like this one I post them once a week

[@paulswedberg6304]

Beautiful you really customized the look to your personality and figure. Clothes look so much better properly fitted.

[@jodimccoy1636]

Absolutely STUNNING!

[@lovecoversall-e9x]

My Southern Louisiana Grandmother had my dressess made because I was so skinny and I remember Simplicity in the 1960's. Wow, and today I am drawn to the vintage style. Thanks for this great video 👍🎉🤗💌

[@ILoveMyHusband3-u9c]

You absolutely have a gift! ❤

[@pkaboo7832]

Omg wow! I'm speechless.... Between the Monet water color fabric and the Kenmore that I grew up with, I was in 7th heaven! Also, in my family it was kind of like a bizarre tradition to sew as fast as they could. I have never seen anybody sew with speed like they did. This was unbelievably comforting!

[@joaquinavargas5490]

You look beautiful!! Love the 60’s dress and jacket!! The fabric you chose is spot on with the pink belt and gloves. I think a hat with the dress would be fabulous!!