6 days later..NEW LOOK6696 dress is DONE! Pattern modifying, beginner sewing tips,& CREPE DE CHINE😩😍

[@dineincreativity]

Chapters below! Whew. This was my most complicated sewing project to date! Any tips or helpful things you've learned in modifying a pattern or underlining a garment? 00:00 Intro: Process and Progress of sewing this New Look 6696 Dress Pattern 00:49 Crepe de Chine fabric from Mood Fabrics: Thought Process and Joann Fabric SALE! 02:08 Let's talk about the pattern pieces and decision to underline this dress 04:33 Tip 1: SILK PINS and pre washing fabrics prior to sewing 05:37 Tip 2 and 3: A few necessities to pick up for the beginner sewist! 06:55 I LOVE Crepe de Chine Fabric but.... 08:40 Overcomplicating but going with the flow: Quick Pattern Review, Pattern Modification, and UNDERLINING this dress oy vey 10:33 the trials and tribulations of underlining: pro's and con's, how I did it, and would I do this again?! 12:21 Progress status update on this dress 14:21 Quick detour: first self-drafted pattern 14:38 IT's DONE!!!! What worked, what didn't, and what I learned 19:31 Sewing Milestones and stepping away to regain perspective 20:51 Would I underline a garment again?! 22:09 What are your tips for modifying patterns and working with crepe de chine fabric?!

[@bestillandknow2986]

Wow you are certainly ambitious...in a good way. Good job in sticking with it bc it turned out nice. I’ve been sewing for 50 yrs & have always recommended 2 things in your journey. #1 press as you go...you’ll be amazed how your clothing will look professionally made vs off the rack; plus use a pressing cloth when ironing delicate material. And #2, always walk away when you get frustrated & come back another day bc it will save on your sanity & your love of sewing. BTW you might consider picking up a cutting board to place on your table that gets you off the floor & if your dining table is smaller, it extends the size. It is a heavy duty cardboard in a rectangle shape that folds like an accordion for easy storage, which you can get at JoAnn’s. Good luck in sewing and & don’t lose your enthusiasm or creativity.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! Love your suggestions and will definitely keep them in mind-can’t wait to check out the collapsible cutting board. What a great idea! Very helpful as is tip #2. Definitely important to practice! Appreciate your kind words and happy sewing to you! 🧵🪡

[@cor3944]

Your blouse is also looking very nice❤ I think, simplier patterns are looking better and are less frustrating. But you can be proud of the result.

[@aribella6913]

For a rather new sewist, you are doing great.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! It’s been a learning experience for sure ☺️🪡🧵

[@bridgetjones8339]

Tissue paper really helps! Very beautiful fabric and design ❤

[@dineincreativity]

Yes! Definitely on my list to try next time I use this material 😆 thank you and happy creating! 🌷🧵🪡

[@debbiesnyder4778]

So pretty. You are very talented. The peplum top is genius and the side panels look like it was made to b. Very nice. You did a great job!!!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you so much, Debbie! 🌷 this one definitely gave me a run for my money 😅 and absolutely called for some improvisation but, happy with how it turned out. Happy sewing to you! 🪡🧵 Thanks for the kind words!

[@faithmathingsdal79]

Good on you for just going for it!! Your outfit turned out lovely and you'll wear it with pride!! Silky fabrics are such a challenge to work with. Personally, I like to use spray starch when I'm doing my initial iron of the yardage after it's been washed and that really helps to give the fabric some body and some grip so it stays in place whilst cutting and sewing. Did you wear it to your work conference?

[@dineincreativity]

This was definitely an “I’m just going to go for it piece” 😅 I have worn the pieces as separates, but I chose to wear this for some thing else I had going on recently-it didn’t make the conference cut. 🪡🧵I love the idea of using spray starch! Definitely going to have to try that.

[@Sheri...]

Your set came out so beautiful & the fabric is so pretty! All of your hard work & ingenuity really paid off.

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you, Sheri! 🌷That was definitely one of my most complicated pieces to put together. I learned so much, but overall, pretty happy with the final product. Thanks again!🧵🪡

[@elainemarielaswell4957]

I read a tip on another sewing video that recommends using a walking foot on slippery fabric so that both the top and bottom of the fabric stay together and don't shift.

[@dineincreativity]

That is a great tip! Definitely going to have to try. Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@shif7905]

Enjoyed the process 😊 it’s beautiful

[@dineincreativity]

☺️ thank you! And glad you enjoyed 🧵🪡

[@patriciastroud4507]

Your dress came out beautiful

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! 😀 It was a doozy but fun to create and learn from!

[@elizabetha8373]

So glad to find your sewing channel. This is a beautiful project.

[@dineincreativity]

Welcome! I appreciate your kind words and am glad you're here! Happy sewing/creating to you🌻

[@cherylcentenioblessedvirgi3241]

Very nice job. Congratulations!

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! 🧵🪡🌷

[@cherylcentenioblessedvirgi3241]

@@dineincreativity You are welcome.

[@sunnysideup8283]

The dress looks lovely! Well done.. one has to innovate when needed and you have done a fab job.

[@dineincreativity]

Hi! Thank you for the kind words. I could not agree with you more on innovating! Just ordered some more crepe de chine so hopefully round 2 will go a tad smoother 😅 Happy creating!

[@paulinemaidlow467]

Well done looks beautiful

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! 🌷

[@farmthreads5679]

Lovely

[@dineincreativity]

Thank you! 🌷