A Floral Autumn Dress : Sewing Vlog

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The fabric is by Kaffe Fassett, I ordered it from www.missouriqu... and used 4.5 yards. I believe the design is called Baroque floral (no wonder I love it!)
The pattern was self drafted
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[@kirstenpaff8946]

1. That dress makes me think of a witchy Halloween costume in the best way possible. I am a sucker for dramatic shoulders and those poofy sleeves definitively give that dress a bit of flair. 2. I love the orange half hat you wear at the end of the video. 3. I am super excited for historical sewing vlogs. Your historical outfits are always so amazing, unique and different from anything I see in my day to day life. 4. That sunflower dress was really cool. I personally think the 1830's might just be the only decade in human history capable of rivaling the 1980's in terms of hideous fashion, but the fabric sunflowers on the dress won me over.

[@roxyfur]

For me, the buttons really pulled it all together by highlighting the gathered bodice, before adding them, I didn't notice the gathers. Beautiful!

[@munnna2569]

I love your work this dress is absolutely beautiful love the buttons I like the detail

[@calliebasnett2843]

Can you do a video and make a vintage nightgown?

[@Eteana94]

You know what series would be cool ? Recreating the dresses and costumes from your figurines, and pose with them. I'll do that with my dolls, one day...

[@billionairegirltobe]

I think haul can be great as an educational tool. If you can focus on why you bought a piece and what you think it contributes in your overall wardrobe, I think it will make you feel less vain about filming a haul. I find that I like watching them because it's interesting to see what pulls people in terms of silhouette, fabric, and in your case is it the decade the clothing is from or inspired by that attracted you to purchase it

[@XplodingBunny]

I agree, even adding inserts of the clothes that are already in your closet that you think will pair well with your new finds would really give the videos more visual interest.

[@AngelaClaytonCostumery]

They totally can be! Hauls are some of my favorite videos to watch, so it's odd I feel that way when editing my own. I think I just need to power through the editing process so I don't get to hung up on it.

[@cherryl1111]

LOVE seeing you sketch! Such a nice bonus clip!

[@athomewithkarmen]

I also enjoyed seeing her drape and draft her patterns!

[@joniibryant6462]

The dress is beautiful! It immediately caught my eye in the thumbnail and I wasn't disappointed at all. Keep up the good work, Angela!

[@giaalvarado2063]

Its beautiful! Don't second guess yourself. You make beautiful things and you teach me so much. Much love. I'm with you. Autumn and winter are my sewing jam!

[@chelsealaneokay]

I thought I was brave with prints until I started watching you. 10/10.

[@danadoo828]

Your hair and accessories made the dress, great job.

[@RileyliebtTH]

I really, really enjoyed watching your sketching process! It's nice to see how your ideas form and then how you execute them. I loved the format of this video in general. Also, the silhouette of that dress is beautiful! I think that, paired with historical accessories, the print and design make a lot of sense and are so much fun to look at. Wishing you the best on your future projects!

[@margiecook6379]

Nice dress! Love the sleeves and buttons.it looks great on you.

[@melodykulifaj]

I LOVE the pattern. And though I think the sleeves are so amazing I know I would personally wear it more with no sleeves or something smaller. But it’s absolutely adorable and the fit looks amazing

[@matthewvoigt6483]

I want that dress, its so vivid and very unlike what you can buy in stores, I simply love it.

[@heatherstock4491]

Venturing into Vintage: I would love to see how your makeup and hair routine (and the time commitment of it) changes with your wardrobe. Is that part fun for you, or just feel necessary? I have considered trying Vintage apparel but I feel like it would take forever to get my naturally curly hair in line with the look.

[@jaspersgrimoire]

Oh- for venturing into vintage, I’d love to see a lookbook Of ways you pair items together to get a proper outfit

[@thisfatgirlruns6710]

I am conflicted about the dress too, but you didn't make it for me; you made it for you. You love it, and want to wear it and that's enough for me! I just really love watching the process of your design going from something in your head, to being on paper and finally coming to life as a finished project. :D

[@davidhutchison3343]

The dress looks fantastic, but, to me, it screams 80's. As I was in my twenties in the 80's, this dress brings back fond memories. I'm currently sewing some 70's costumes, so I might "pinch" this pattern when I start my 80's costumes.

[@louiselill1528]

It did to me before it was finished but now it seems to of transformed it's self in to something entirely different

[@Torirattle]

I really wasn’t 100% sure how I felt until I saw it styled, but it’s a lovely dress... I’m not a fan of the poofy sleeve in general having lived through the 80s but with the vintage feel of the bodice and length it really works. Haul content is fine by me, happy to watch anything my fave content providers make. :)

[@Outback0423]

Loved the dress, and you look lovely in it. I would love to see a series on lounge wear. For decades women wore wonderful loungewear, not pj’s. In the 1970’s my mother had a lovely 1 piece jumpsuit she wore on her days off. Friends came to coffee, she straitened the house, all done in this pretty, feminine and amazingly comfortable piece of loungewear. Thank you for sharing your clothing design journey.

[@galex03]

I love the gathered centre front!! For me the sleeves are too big but that’s due to the way I view my body type. On you it’s perfect! I loved the video

[@CuriosityRocks]

Gorgeous dress, it also looked beautiful when it was on the form without the sleeves, that fabric looks very summery 50s style as a halter neck. 😍

[@tatersalad6283]

The dress looks amazing 😊

[@katecancreate1053]

The best way to start my Monday morning

[@AppleBlossomTime]

How lovely! I can see why you had some reservations --- I think that, while there were vibrant patterns and odd color combos in women's clothing from the teens to the forties, with modern tastes tending towards more minimal color schemes it can make it hard to really embrace something a little louder without worrying it might be 'too much'. I think it turned out smashing, though! And it looks so good on you. The buttons are so cute, they really add that extra something. For the record, I thoroughly enjoy vintage lifestyle fashion and haul videos. I think, for some of us, it's nice to see what sort of clothing is out there and get ideas and such. Plus, it's nice to know there are other vinties out there. :)

[@ello_verity7667]

Loved it with how you styled it - your beret and make up brought your look to ‘vintage with a twist’ and you look great... buuuut I feel that while you definitely wear this dress, the dress would wear a lot of other people. You go girl for making this look adorable!

[@epitcher]

I could listen to you talk while making buttons all day. So satisfying to watch the fabric tuck in perfectly.

[@CajunRose]

The buttons brought it all together and gave it that 30s look. The accessories really brought it all together. Absolutely love it's fall colors.

[@susannekack8832]

I think this dress turned out so cute!! Love the fit and the sleeves! And the fabric is awesome! I would pair it with pumpkin accesories for the perfect fall/halloween look :)

[@normahernandez89]

Love the sleeves and the color of the dress.

[@vickinoeske1711]

The dress fits you beautifully. I wasn't sure either until the dress was finished and you were wearing it, but I really like it. Fab shoes as well.

[@MBA_Valerie]

I'm really bad at drawing feet - so I just drew giant bows, because that's how anatomy works. LOL! I *ADORE* your candor and humor!

[@katherinebopp2021]

My mom made me any beautiful dresses. She had a terrible sewing machine. She was so skilled she made a beautiful heavy satin wedding dress , with self covered buttons down the back , and many on the sleeves. The dress was worn for three generations. My favorite dress was worn in 1962 on a date. It had ,cap sleeves. The bodice was at a slight angle. I requested hidden buttons, that was a little tricky. The skirt was very full. The material was a beautiful medium blue. Like a very fine cotton.,. It had a good drape. I wore it with white heels and a necklace of medium large graduated large beads. I enjoy your Verdi’s. The buttons were great. I wish the sleeves were not so full. It is fun to watch you modify and fit your patterns.

[@anubis33]

Love the way you formulate your concepts then going on to drape-design as you work through the piece. The Fabric is stunning with the whole ensemble looking fantastic. Your commentary is just right along with a measured appreciation of what visually illustrates without overly labouring each phase of project development.

[@sewpink3998]

Although I am a 50's woman this is a beautiful dress and look really lovely on you. Well done Angela.

[@trishblakely3476]

LOVE. Love the juxtaposition of the fabulous, modern Kaffe fabric and 30’s silhouette. It’s a head turner, in the best possible way, and you look drop dead gorgeous wearing it. 👍👍👍

[@middleC17]

I am very much a sewing novice, I've made two sets of pillowcases and four potholders. I almost never understand what you're talking about when you get into sewing jargon, but I'm slowly learning. I like seeing how much work goes into your projects, and of course the amazing results! You are so talented and I'm glad you've found such a passion.

[@wolfco47]

I absolutely love the fabric you decided to go with! The bright colors are so autumn without being bland, muted, or otherwise lacking in life. The leaves may be dying this fall season, but they pass in a fiery battle rather than solemn solitude or so I like to think. I completely agree that the fit of this piece is really really flattering. Considering you rapidly created dress on the fly, I think that is particularly amazing. It was also great to see how you planned ahead for potential adjustments when deciding on the type of seems and order of assembly. We have really different taste in clothes overall... I'm not a fan of puffy sleeves of fitted waists, but you managed to make me like them with this project.

[@caitlinflaws6468]

I saw this dress on IG and zoomed over to youtube to watch your process! I've been watching/stalking the blog for years and am finally taking what I'm learning from you to actual sewing projects! As for clothing stuff, I'd love to see a Staples or All Time Favorites from your vintage stash as a video!

[@kbraz1970]

The whole outfit came together with you in the hat and made up, I think the fabric is unique and the dress with the button detail at the front suits you down to the ground.The shoes are fab!! and any colour that is in the dress would work with it. It may be a vintage dress but it has an 80's vibe about it too. NOTHING wrong with that either. As always you are inspiring.

[@reneeslarve4655]

I'm a big Kaffe fan, and think you are making a great choice with fabric! You are tall and can pull off the large print! The dress is great, beautiful fall dress. I am happy with your choices because they always seem to be the best. Dress is beautiful and so so perfect for upcoming days. Thank you so much!

[@knitbelove]

So I’m commenting on an old video, but I’ve been absolutely devouring your channel this week and I wanted to comment on some of your concerns and reservations that you mentioned here. I watch your videos mostly for entertainment, often while crafting myself, so I really don’t mind when you’re rambly or show things you’ve already showed a thousand times! It lets me experience your process, which I enjoy even when it’s nothing “new”. I also love your “showing off” fashion videos for similar reasons, I like getting the vibe of your mindset as you do something I’m playing with starting. I also just like hearing you talk :) keep being you!!

[@joybellamy5561]

I simply love this dress the unfortunate thing for me is that I am a plus size And the 30s 40s and 50s the styles that I love the most I can’t where they don’t offer pleasing styles for plus size people but it sure looks good on you thank you so much for letting us look in your window

[@GioAugust]

This is my favorite video format of you. I found it very entertaining and I usually am sewing alongside you. :D The dress ended up marvelous! I think the color suits you beautifully.

[@raraavis7782]

I adore that dress! It‘s very ‚in your face‘ fabric wise, but in a good way. It makes me smile, when I look at you 😁 And I like just listening to you talk about sewing and history and also (for the record) your occasional struggle with difficult or unsatisfactory projects. It’s so very relatable to every creative person, I think. I think, the most important thing is, that you focus on creating content, YOU are passionate about...because that passion totally shines through and makes it enjoyable to watch you.

[@alexandrawellington8028]

Absolutely gorgeous. I LOVE Kaffe Fassett fabrics as I am a quilter and dress maker who never shies away from colour and patterns xxx

[@Saichen]

I love how you show the mistakes and how your rationalize your decisions

[@aaronhgaines]

I, too, feel conflicted about the sleeves. But you are so adorable that I think you pull it off well. I love that you're transitioning more vintage styles into your everyday wardrobe. It suits you SO well. I've been doing the same with higher-waisted pleated pants and some more 40's inspired menswear, though it is TOUGH to find modern places to carry this style and, unfortunately, KZbin doesn't have too many men's tutorials on vintage sewing like your channel. I still really enjoy your videos and love seeing you educate us all on your process, good and bad. :)

[@gillianknox6826]

For venturing into vintage, you should do a video on mending and repairs. Little holes and frays and such. Just the process you go through to maintain an in use vintage wardrobe.

[@auroramowery212]

The whole vibe of this dress makes me think of the yellow dress on The Guernsey Literary and Potato Peel Pie Society ❤️ love that movie and love this dress, awesome job!!

[@kckazcoll1]

thanks for mentioning the movie, now I am looking forward to seeing it :)

[@mochitwa]

Also loved that movie!!!

[@pagemayrand4956]

I literally scrolled past that movie today but didn't read the description... going to check it out now!

[@auroramowery212]

It's really good! The hair and makeup is kinda meh but the fashion is incredible! I have a few of the outfits from that movie on my "make it" list now lol

[@DeepForestHighSeas]

... Well. I would never wear this, but I love the boldness of its design, and the fact that you like it. Excellent job, as usual!

[@HapiMrs]

The colors of this dress look AMAZING on you, and the dress itself is adorable. I think you have great talent. It must feel wonderful to be able to dream up a design, draw it on paper, self draft it and then make it come to life. I enjoyed watching you through this process.

[@Sarah-pz9xc]

I love the silhouette of this dress, like.. so much!! Especially the front with the buttons and the big puffy sleeves ♥ I would definitly wear this exact dress (which fits you like a glove I must say!) but maybe in another print or in a plain colour (maybe velvet??) The print goes very well with the silhouette after all -- I was worried too it would be too 70s' but in the end, it has a nice historical touch that makes everything go together! The shoes are a perfect match, very cute! I'm excited about your future (fall) projects, I can't wait ♥ And please, do hauls or all kind of videos for that matter, really -- it's always very interesting and inspiring!

[@suewhelan7759]

The dress looks terrific on you. You have a great eye for what suits you. I like the vivid colours on you better than the pastel ones. Don't really know if that's because you're on video or not, but I suspect that they do suit you better. I'm in awe of your draping and sewing skills. Thanks for sharing your creativity with us.

[@cassandrakostuch1101]

For your venturing into vintage series, I'd love to see some lookbooks! It'd be fun to see how you pair outfits, what you use to pull them together, how you'd normally style hair, etc for different events; i.e. going out somewhere nice, leaving the house for a casual day, etc.

[@NihonKitty]

Wow, it's SO flattering. It really creates a beautiful silhouette. I couldn't believe you chose that fabric at first, but it really grew on me and I think the final result is super fun. I think it's a great color pallet for your complexion as well.

[@audreymoon7269]

I was skeptical at first but as soon as I saw the final result changed my mind. This dress looks amazing on you!! The buttons really tie everything together. Good choice.

[@courtneywalsh9780]

I’m actually very fond of this project! It looks so cute!!!

[@realkeishasmith3754]

The photos made it look a bit too 80's, but when you filmed yourself in it I ABSOLUTELY fell in love with it. It looks more 30's inspired on film for sure.

[@susanlein7849]

Beautiful dress! I love the details -- the gathers and those buttons and those sleeves just make such an interesting whole! I really do like that print with it and think you can totally wear it in public. But I also think the dress would be fabulous in a more subtle print that let the other details shine as well. Maybe you'll decide to make more than one someday!

[@AngelaClaytonCostumery]

Thank you! I think I might - I was very determined to use a print, but I have a pale yellow rayon in my stash that I briefly considered using. Maybe someday!

[@sewnoir9121]

I LOVE THE STYLE!!! I would love to see that in Black, in Red, in a earthy green, in all types of prints. Such a lovely cut! please release as a pattern!!!

[@kwillow12]

Lovely dress. Orange can be a tricky color, but you managed it well! The purple cools it down nicely.

[@FLAGENHAW]

I LOVE this dress it screams like. Magical realism movie taking place in autumn

[@Nevturiel]

Fall is the best time for clothes. I don't know what it is, but autumn and winter are the times when I feel most creative, and my output of handmade things increases exponentially during that time.

[@JenniferElise]

It is gorgeous and you did an amazing job! You need to wear the heck outta this dress this fall!!!!! Love love love it!

[@miajohnsonmusic9258]

Great job as usual with this make, I am always impressed by your ambitious projects. I think that feeling of apprehension may be your brain trying to categorize this very original work. What you have there is something fresh that combines your sensibilities & instincts from many hours of work with vintage sewing. That it at first feels challenging in a not necessarily negative way is an indication that you are onto something that goes beyond craftsmanship. It's art.

[@joankrickl6517]

I really liked the dress. The bodice fits well and I like how the gathers and neckline turned out. The sleeves were a bold choice but cutting on the bias ended up allowing them to drape nicely. And the fabric is beautiful! Well done.

[@sarahmeacheam7517]

Wow! It's soo beautiful!

[@ArunaRam69]

Angela, even though that dress is not contemporary, it's all about the sleeves in the current fashion scene. The length of the skirt is fine too. I think you can wear this dress out on dates even. It has panache and style and definitely suits you.

[@polairewoods175]

I absolutely love it! I'm also a huge sucker for puffy sleeves. I've definitely got to check out that fabric designer. I see most reproduction vintage clothing is either in solid colors or the most awful garish pastel florals and polka-dots, and with this print and your unique patterning you've really captured something a very fashionable and creative woman would've created in the late 1930's.

[@kellygeorge7464]

I think it’s a beautiful dress. The colors of the fabric and the design of the dress work well together.

[@annetterussell1301]

I love the finished product! The buttons, the sleeves, the colors. Amazing! I enjoyed watching the haul video too. You are inspiring me. Thank you!

[@joshuaclark577]

I love how bright and colorful this is and yet classic with the vintage style I also LOVE the hat you paired with it!

[@RFMIXITUP]

I disagree about it looking 80s. I'm 70years old and it looks 40s to me. I love the fabric and the style. I also disagree about it being in a solid color. I think it would have changed the dress into something uninteresting. That's my opinion. I think you used the right accsories and it looked really great on. Wear it in good health.

[@miiwubful]

I HAD MY DOUBTS looking at the fabric in the beginning, but I honestly think it turned out to be super lovely! The purple details really drew me in :) :)

[@tltisr]

It is an unusual silhouette with those sleeves but on you it works, and you've styled it beautifully.

[@shirleydrake1602]

Very pretty. I hope you wear it a lot. So colorful.

[@donnabresnahan1835]

It is beautiful! I have made about 10 quilts with Kaffe Fassett fabrics, but never a garment, so thanks for the inspiration. You are really talented!

[@sewinghippie]

seeing you make a gorgeous dress like this inspires me to finally stop tripping myself up and getting back to sewing like I used to love to do. your whole filming process here is super appreciated and in a way super therapeutic

[@Charliefarley170287]

This dress is all kinds of fabulous! The fabric, the cut and the colour scheme are all so cool and flattering on you. I personally don't think I could wear that much orange with my ginger hair. I'd look like a pumpkin!

[@christinesteele5716]

At first I wasn't sure of the fabric, but YOU make it work. Love the colors on you!!

[@WriterGirl01]

I love the dress. I wish I had a dress like this one. The color Orange and season fall are my too favorites.

[@MisterMaiki]

this dress looks so chic! the sleeves remind me a lot of a 80s dress cut. Joan crawford would have rocked this dress!

[@heidin2059]

A fantastic video Angela. I really enjoy watching your mad pattern drafting skills, you make it look so easy. Personally, watching your creative process is very fascinating and is the main reason why I love your channel.

[@evereichmann4716]

The color of that fabric looks great with your skin, and the shape is great. I think it is an amazing dress and you should definitely wear it this fall!

[@Harko-]

👍for the design. Great to see the design process as well, as in the end it shows which part you design upfront and how it evolves while you make the dress.

[@angelheart42087]

I think it turned out beautifully! Especially when you pair it with that awesome hat, belt, shoes, and hair/makeup, it looks just picture perfect 👌 well done!

[@randomspontanium]

I love the dress! If I had or made something this loud, I would wear it all fall because I love fall so much that I just consider it Halloween for three months! And it matches fall so well!

[@tspeecestudios]

That fabric is WILD. I waffled on whether or not I liked it right along with you, but the silhouette fits it so well, I'm on the side of LIKE :)

[@pepparker6747]

I really like it. The fit is excellent. The style actually reminds me of early 40's .

[@mariesharpe5979]

It's beautiful Angela simply gorgeous! loved the covered buttons and those shoes just set it off to a tee...…..SUPERB!! :) as always.

[@lacybookworm5039]

Lovely ❤️ it looks like a 1940s Sunday best kind of OOTD.

[@jennifera9071]

I was really worried about the sleeves at first, but I loved it once the buttons went on. This is one of my new favorite channels.

[@Byzantina1204]

Gorgeous print and colour. The dress is lovely and kinda reminds me of vintage Laura Ashley, especially the sleeves.

[@dorisramos9134]

I really like it too. Those colors ate flattering on you. The.... forgot the word, shape of the dress look so good and puff sleeves haaa gorgeous. Those shoes!!!!!! 😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@MetaMarcy21]

I am in utterly in love with the colors and print of this fabric!

[@chrissiec5915]

Most enjoyable, turned out a treat. You styled it beautifully and it fits really well. Wear it with pride.

[@marypray9278]

I’m making a quilt with that fabric and the rest of the colorway! Gorgeous fabric and high quality. Bought a layer cake and jelly roll of the fabric on line

[@SavageAmanda]

I wasn't sure I would like the fabric as a full dress at first. If I could sew clothing I would have played it safe and made a circle skirt to wear with a solid top. I love how it turned out though! The hat, shoes and belt really added to the look. The button details were really cute as well.

[@Pixie82]

I wasn't sure if I liked the dress until you added the buttons and then styled it. The buttons really highlight the bodice details.

[@consuelobrennan703]

Happy Autumn Angela! The dress is lovely both in structure and fabric pattern, I'm glad you're pleased with it.