Let's get behind the scenes with Vogue 8772 and pretreat some fabrics

[@AnitabyDesign]

I did not purchase any of the fabrics used in this video. They were all given to me as part of my sponsorship with Core Fabrics. Follow the Chapters in the description box to skip through the video. Learn the basics of sewing so that you can one day sew beautiful garments like the ones highlighted in this video. Get the course details here: 👉🏽 learntosew.anitabydesign.com/courses/learn-to-sew

[@SueL-vc1lh]

That’s what I love about you, that you focus on beginners. Just keep being you! I see so many KZbinrs change over the years. From being themselves to being more ridged. You always come across so genuine and it’s like listening to your friend chatting over a cuppa.

[@blufaerie]

That is no outfit. It’s an ENSEMBLE! And lovely! The work you put into this project made for a flawless presentation! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@SueL-vc1lh]

Love the advice on how you pre treat your fabric. And buying extra fabric for just in case!

[@Toni_Snark]

I love the blue!! The outfit does look high end~ You could easily spend many, many $$$ in a boutique on something like this. Very inspiring :)

[@auntee8036]

Ok… Whew!!! I thought we no longer would be getting the sew alongs. Well then, I love this new behind the scene series. Keep them coming. Thank you!

[@AnitabyDesign]

You are so very welcome. I'm excited to bring more sew alongs. 🤗

[@susanstewart1402]

Your fabric / pattern matching decisions are excellent. This has been a challenge for me and I appreciate your expertise.

[@ConnieWilliger]

I love that you spend the time to explain everything in detail. Also your sewing is beautiful, and I love the fabric choice. I look forward to more of these videos, I have been sewing for over 50 years and I love everything to do with sewing. ❤️

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video and I look forward to sharing more.

[@BritInvLvr]

There’s nothing more elegant than linen trousers. I bet they feel wonderful with the lining. Ooh. You need some lovely red pumps. 😊

[@MaryCunningham-u5j]

Both videos have been great - you are a patient, clear teacher and fun to watch!

[@ReneJames-c3j]

Please don't stop making KZbin content. I have missed you!!! I loved seeing you sew too.

[@pearlinejones9693]

Anita, that is so professional-inside and outside! Boutique Ready! 😊❤🎉

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much.

[@irenespanner6500]

Your outfit looks amazing. Only another sewer can appreciate the sheer joy of making an exquisite garment that looks and feels amazing ❤

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. 💕 Yes, we understand each other. 🤗

[@craftywithstyle1]

Thank you, thank you, thank you, for focusing on the beginners! Anita your videos are always inspiring, helpful, and detailed…..you left no stone unturned!🤩💯❤️👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much for this feedback. It blesses my heart to hear from those who really appreciate the details.💕

[@emilywhite6853]

You are a talented seamstress, but also a very gifted teacher! You are so clear and relatable. What a pleasure it is to watch you. You are thorough and easy to follow.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh thank you! I really appreciate your kind words.💙

[@bostonl5315]

I love how you walk us through how you deal with all the inconsistencies that pop up while trying to make a garment. You make me feel like, "ok, I can do that. It may not be as hard as I thought." So thank you so much for this behind the scenes walk through. I absolutely love all the things you make. Your taste and style is impeccable and will never go out of style.

[@AnitabyDesign]

You’re very welcome. I’m glad you like the BTS video.

[@sandraswetlow8925]

Oh my gosh....how stunning that outfit and you are gorgeous...love it!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much.

[@ReneJames-c3j]

Anita you are looking sensational!! I have not seen you in a while. I love your sewing classes. Thank you. Always wonderful to watch.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much!

[@Arleathia]

Hey Anita! SWEET INSPIRATIONS! I’m so glad you are BACK!!!! You are my inspiration to sewing! I have watched you for awhile & taught me a lot! Your make, is simply lovely!🥰

[@AnitabyDesign]

I'm so happy to have you here, Arlethia! I'm happy to be sharing and inspiring. Have a lovely weekend, sister.💕

[@isherwood4]

When pre treating colors, put a cup of vinegar in the wash. It sets the color. The companies used to put out color proof fabrics, no longer. This got left when so many fabrics came in from Asian companies.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you for that tip. I will definitely give it a try on some scrap fabric.

[@lindak8664]

That outfit is absolutely _stunning!_ You look a million dollars! 😃

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh thank you!

[@kathyl4539]

That is a superb outfit!!! I love that classic look; it's perfection!

[@katrinaassoumou1531]

Thank you so much for all of your videos. You give us a lot of information on making these items. Again, thank you so much. Amen

[@AnitabyDesign]

You're very welcome. Your appreciation really blesses my heart. Thank you for being here.💕

[@patriciaingraldi4719]

Hello Lovely Lady, I love that blouse your wearing. The outfit is fabulous!! I could feel your enthusiasm

[@lisastreet8920]

Lovely outfit. Thank you for sharing.

[@mariasegovia3184]

Woman! You look fabulous and luxurious!😊❤

[@terriholm1878]

Gorgeous! Very nice work, and wonderful fabric choices! I love this series!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. I'm really happy to hear that you live the series. 🤗

[@godgardeningandme]

Love the outfit! You're such an inspiration. I've sewed all my life and have always felt a sense of lack when it came to fashion and looking wonderful. Back in the day: As a single mom I walked around in frumpy clothing as if I didn't know how to sew! And! Now! I still have the frumpy look because I've allowed my life to be interrupted with drama for others. But! God is using you to convict me of the unused gift He gave me at the tender age of 12. May you always be a blessing! Love you my dear sweet sister in Christ!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh my goodness! This really touched my heart. I totally understand what you're saying. I have been there more than once. I'm so glad God is reminding you of your gift. Let's get back to it sister. Get that machine out, have it serviced, and get to sewing. I'm really excited for you because I know the excitement you're about to experience. I love you too, my sister. 💕💕💕

[@paulinebennett-tamati1132]

Really enjoyed this video and love the finished outfit. Perfect!

[@Msleelee9487]

I love your channel you are so talented and patient I love the sew alongs 👏👏👏

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. I'm happy to have you here.

[@kathymelton1609]

They both look great.

[@helencooper2853]

That is such a beautiful outfit and looks so professional. You are an excellent seamstress. Thank you for your video.🥰

[@kendal4452]

Yes, I like the idea of the behind-the-scenes and the sew-a-long video, because as a beginner, those step-by-step videos are priceless. I like the pattern reviews because often there might be errors in the patterns and it's best if a professional can catch those errors early on. That shirt fabric is beautiful!! Its the buttons that terrify me. And look at the direction of those buttonholes, oh Precious Lord, help me.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Awesome! Thank you so much for your feedback. The buttonholes become less intimidating once you start sewing them. Just practice on scrap fabric. That's the best way to get comfortable with making buttonholes. Practice a lot before you have to add them to a garment. 💕

[@kendal4452]

@@AnitabyDesign Thank you for responding. They say practice makes perfect so I agree. I will do that. Much love my sista.

[@ermagibbs5240]

Beautiful pieces

[@sheryllstarr7115]

You got me smiling like i am wearing your outfit. Yes, your outfit is so PRETTY.🎉🎉🎉

[@AnitabyDesign]

😂🤣😂 You just made me laugh. I love it because I feel the same way sometimes when I'm watching people share what they've made. It's so much fun. Thank you so much. 💕

[@wogbledoe]

Classically Stunning outfit! Love your meticulous attention to details and your easy to understand teaching style. Thank you.

[@AnitabyDesign]

You're very welcome.

[@deboramoyer119]

Loved this new series!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Yay! That makes me really happy. 🤗

[@pbk3405]

As a fellow sewist, I really enjoyed the attention to the preparation. When I think of my fails, it is because I failed to prepare. I really like your content. This video inspired me more than the other one. Thanks Anita!!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh my goodness! You've made a great point here. Preparation makes all the difference. I always prepare ahead of time and take my time during the entire project. I enjoy the process this way as opposed to the occasion here and there when I rush to get a garment sewn.

[@lisapowell2763]

Same! I’m usually too lazy to prewash, and I have paid the price. It just isn’t a big deal, and is well worth the time. I’m so glad Anita shows this step!

[@sarahlivesay7041]

I found your channel because of this outfit on instagram. I’m newer to sewing and so inspired by your makes. Thank you for sharing!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Welcome to my channel. I'm so glad you stopped by for a visit. Really happy to have you here.

[@rmorine6394]

Anita, that whole outfit is just fire! 🔥 I'm looking forward to making that blouse pattern over and over again. Something I learned: I bought the blouse pattern months ago. When I finally opened it to cut out the pieces I discovered they accidentally packed the pattern for the other size group. So I couldn't use it. And I couldn't find the receipt to try to exchange it. So tip: open the package in store and double check that the size is correct on the pieces. 😊

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh my Gosh! That's a great tip! Thank you so much for sharing. I will certainly be checking my patterns in the store from now on.🤗

[@brendajefferson5984]

Gorgeous ensemble, Anita❤❤. The Vogue pants are my favorite and the fit is amazing. As for the bleeding, I find using Color Run Remover by Carbona removes the stains! Great advice for purchasing extra yardage. I always do because I’m greedy😂😂😂. Thanks for sharing another great video❤✂️😀🧵

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you for your tip on removing the stains. I'm cracking up at your greed for extra fabric. 😂🤣😂

[@verabenjamin9475]

Thank you for your heart for the beginners.

[@upperroomeeo9928]

I love love love your videos and I’m learning so much. Thank you so much for helping us beginners especially with the sew along. This blouse and pant set is gorgeous I can’t wait to continue with the videos. God bless!

[@AnitabyDesign]

YES! I'm so happy to hear that you enjoy the videos and are actually learning as I share. That's my heart's desire, is that new beginners can find inspiration and learn from what I share. I'm glad you're here.💕

[@theskirtlady7890]

Nice job very professional!!!!

[@cookeka]

Absolutely stunning, Ms. Anita!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much, Karon!!!💕💕💕

[@rmorine6394]

I really enjoyed the level of detail you gave. You gave great information that benefits even intermediate and experienced sewists.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Awesome! Thank you so much for your feedback. I appreciate it much.

[@gwenstyles9025]

Hi Anita! you are right, you can go to any boutique and get this outfit, but it won't be made with the care and precision that you put into it! 😃

[@AnitabyDesign]

You are absolutely right, Gwen. We put a lot of love into our garments. 💕💕💕

[@shawuanamay3913]

You always bring it!!!! Very nice.

[@Cindy-sb5dv]

Your sewing is impeccable... The style absolutely fits the fabric... Use of the delicate buttons... Perfect. I'm so amazed at the amount of dye extracted... And the bleed into the cream. If you had more areas than this what would have been your solution?

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. If I had more bleeding, I would have tried a product that removes the dye that bleeds. Someone told me about it but I don't know the name of the product.

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks sooo very much for sharing! Absolutely love both garments, just beautiful!❤️❤️❤️

[@sandreawhite7534]

Perfection.

[@dmcc100able]

That outfit is fantastic

[@patricianewkirk2158]

Thanks for this video very helpful.

[@toniwilson3827]

Beautiful ❤😊

[@OnlymeMOK]

Great video content as always. I enjoy your clear and precise instructions as a guide for my own sewing projects as well as completing your sew-a-longs. I am not a beginner at sewing but I believe that you can learn something new every day in the sewing world. I have the pants pattern and have made the pattern twice but will watch you sew along. Thanks again, Anita.

[@AnitabyDesign]

You're very welcome.

[@ldorgu]

Beautiful

[@ldorgu]

Hi Anita. I absolutely love all your outfits. Do you advise to use cheap fabric when doing your beginner see alongs?

[@sonialegault8673]

I think you would make an outfit look great even if you used grocery bags. You have great shape and style.

[@jacquelinesmith3450]

Bad to the bone 👏🏽👏🏽! Whew wee! 🤩

[@lauradols8741]

Turned out great ❤

[@lisanegus9113]

Absolutely beautiful

[@katalinmcewan]

Fabulous video, thank you! You look stunning in your new outfit!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much!

[@anainjamul2056]

Beautiful outfit Anita! Love seeing the behind the scenes as well as your sewing tutorials!

[@karenbensdon4643]

Stunning outfit. You must feel fantastic in it.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you! 😊 I really do feel good in this outfit.

[@isherwood4]

Love your outfit!

[@hehasrizenful]

Love it, beautiful

[@karlak.7862]

I love both pieces. Great job. I have the pants pattern and will be pulling that out soon. Thanks for sharing.

[@AnitabyDesign]

You are so welcome!

[@tuhdda6672]

Anita, this is a Blouse I've always wanted to learn to sew, I hope u will be doing a tutorthis. So Beautiful!!!! I love the Fabric, I will be going to Core Fabric...Thanks so Much😁🙏

[@tuhdda6672]

Oops! I meant Tutorial.

[@bucktl]

I appreciate how meticulous you are with the fabric and the layout of the pattern.

[@alicon280]

You look fantastic. Such an inspiration.

[@plmlovessewing]

Your outfit is beautiful. I hope you do a sew-a-long lining the pants.

[@baileyb3977]

Such a stunning outfit. You sew so beautifully - new subscriber!! ❤❤

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. Happy to have you join me.

[@patriciahankel911]

Perfect !

[@ameemoha5687]

You are amazing, thanx ❤

[@sallysnowball1866]

Sensational outfit, and you look sensational in that outfit.

[@michellem3899]

Love!

[@pstewart402]

Anita, You did a FABULOUS job on this outfit. I love the pop collar. Thank you for inspiration I have vogue 8772 and will pull it out. You've given me some confidence to attempt view D. Thank you 😊

[@AnitabyDesign]

Yaaaay! You are so welcome and I'm glad to hear that you've gained some confidence to tackle View D. 🤗 Have fun making your top.

[@kimberleyoliver8160]

♥

[@jaeninetravelclub8894]

Well thought out plan. I appreciate all your content.

[@anainjamul2056]

Beautiful as always!

[@atwade567]

So enjoy this series. Thanks!

[@AnitabyDesign]

That really make my heart happy.💕

[@olive5890]

A tip: instead of losing the dye like that, wash with plenty salt to "set" the dye 😊 thanks for another inspiring video!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank your for your tip. I’m glad you enjoyed the video.

[@ConnieWilliger]

Thanks so much for that hint about the salt. I had the thought that maybe the fabric shouldn’t have been soaked and wondered if that was the cause of the dye bleeding. I have had care tags on a garment that said no soaking. I usually prewash but I’ve never soaked because I worried about the dye bleeding.

[@chicarobertson4706]

Your skin is so beautiful. I'm 70 and have blotchy skin, what do you use? Also can you recommend a sewing machine for beginners. I'm retiring soon and would like to start sewing.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. I use soap and water on my face. It's a goat's milk soap with natural ingredients. I moisturize with Cera Ve Daily Moisturizing Lotion. And I drink a gallon of water daily. That's it! I don't do a lot of fussy things in my skincare routine. I wash in the morning and at night before bed.

[@chicarobertson4706]

@@AnitabyDesign Thanks, also what sewing machine would you recommend for a beginner?

[@lynnleipold2617]

Thanks!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh, thank you so much. I really appreciate that. 💕

[@patriciadesilva2375]

Lovely outfit! Is the pant zipper in the back or the side? The pattern envelope says it has a side zipper but the line drawings show a back zipper!

[@AnitabyDesign]

The zipper is in the back. I think it may have been an error on their part because the pattern and website both list a side zipper.

[@jillharris8209]

Absolutely stunning! What do you use to mark darts, button holes, etc. on your garments? Dritz makes tracing paper but it is not as good as the old fashioned kind.

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much. I agree with you. Dritz tracing paper does nothing. I use an amazing paper from Susan Khalje. It's waxed, but gets the job done. Here's here website: susankhalje.com/collections/store/products/waxed-tracing-paper

[@mamasaidsew4843]

Loved this and am interested in how the belt was made. I don't see the link for the belt tutorial that is mentioned in the video. I may be overlooking it, but could you please indicate where it is for me as I am not finding it in the description. Thanks

[@AnitabyDesign]

Thank you so much for asking. I had forgotten to include it in the description. The link is available now.

[@sherinegrant4615]

Thanks for this video Anita. Whenever I do this pre-soak almost 90% of the time the fabrics that have a bleed end up being useless after or they loose the vibrancy in their colour. I even tried adding salt or vinegar. I avoid a lot of the rich colour fabrics that are always so beautiful and tempting to buy because they tend to bleed. Do you or commenters have a recommendation on how to deal with these fabrics that bleed a lot?

[@AnitabyDesign]

Oh no! My experience was good with the pre-soak method. Maybe it's the fabric quality? I'm not sure. The color is still vibrant and the fabric is in good shape. I've heard of the dye catcher sheets but I haven't tried them. Some people like them so maybe give that a try.

[@estherfrazier3475]

You made the vogue 8772 pattern for the blouse, I need to know how you made the pants. Thanks.

[@AnitabyDesign]

I shared all the information about the pants in the video too.

[@rachellmoultrie4883]

Love your makes!! Have you ever used color catching fabric sheets?

[@AnitabyDesign]

No, I have never used them.

[@ellenfrazer7581]

🌞🌞🌞

[@LouiseTichenor]

Does the lining keep the linen from wrinkling as much

[@AnitabyDesign]

I think the lining helps to lessen the wrinkling, but it also gives the pants more weight, which I love.

[@francesthompson8661]

Hello Anita. Did you prepare the rounded hem in the same fashion as you prepared the hem for your shirt dress (McCalls 8030).

[@AnitabyDesign]

I used a 5/8” narrow hem on the shirt hem.

[@francesthompson8661]

Hello Anita, I meant to say did you sew a gathering stitch along the hem first so that you did not have any puckers when turning up the hem

[@cleanqueen75]

Do you have any advise on sewing in gathered sleeves? I have a hard time not getting puckers and just having the sleeve cap smooth.

[@AnitabyDesign]

I try to make sure my gathering line in directly on the seam line. I use lots of pins and sew with the gathered side up. Then I sew really slow, watching to make sure I'm not getting puckers. Sometimes I have to lower the height of the sleeve cap to reduce the gathers.

[@traciesciotti9154]

Why do you conserve the fabric by laying out the pieces closer? Still learning but that’s what I do. Looking for guidance.

[@AnitabyDesign]

That is definitely a good practice. Keep doing what you do. 💕

[@StuffsewnbyJoan]

Hi @AnitabyDesign! What if someone doesn't have a serger (or access)? How do they finish the edges? Also, are you pre-washing "all" of the fabric? or just the yardage that you needed for the pattern? Last question, what if we have fabric from a while back and don't have washing instructions (mainly cotton). How should we wash? 🙂 Thanks so much!

[@AnitabyDesign]

Great questions. 1. You can use your regular machine to insert a zigzag stitch across the cut edge if you don't have a serger. This also will prevent the raw edge from unraveling. 2. I usually prewash all the yardage when I bring it home. Nothing gets put away until it is pretreated. That way I don't have to guess which pieces are ready and which need pretreating. I could easily mark the pieces to help me distinguish, but I prefer to have my fabrics ready to go at all times. 3. You can follow care instructions from similar fabrics if you don't have the care instructions. I recommend pretreating a scrap piece if you have enough to cut away. If not, it's always safe to wash in cold water.

[@kathygann7632]

@@AnitabyDesignI serge the edge of my fabric then wash it as soon as I come home. Always wash fabric, even wool and silk.

[@lynnleipold2617]

If you add the lining to the linen pants, will you recommend dry cleaning them?

[@AnitabyDesign]

You can definitely dry clean them, or wash in cold water.

[@traciesciotti9154]

Sorry why don’t you lay pattern closer?

[@debrasrnek4223]

Revelation 9:12-21

[@williwin1554]

Large leg pants : the more large are the pants, the longer they have to be. I think that yours are too short. They almost have to touch the ground… almost.

[@AnitabyDesign]

I disagree. My pants are exactly the length I want them to be.