Cutting and Lining Lady Watson, Car Chats, Secrets, & Tips

[@HB-ir5ov]

I watched it all the way to the end and didn't think it was too long. I'm re-learning to sew after a stroke, you encourage me a lot and its nice to have a friend in my sewing& art studio.

[@roxiepoe9586]

Your attention to detail - the way you measure things as you lay out, flatlining, trimming threads as you go - is part of the reason you get such exquisite finished products. It is inspirational! Thank you for showing the process. Fabric scrap recycles, yes? So, it's okay. (You need a dresser! A smart person could arrange a company of dressers for hire at costume college to whip you folks into your clothes and it would be fantastic. I have no aspiration to be such a person. Just a compulsive desire to 'fix' problems. This is a problem in itself.) Love the vlog.

[@dawnbaker9274]

Came to see your Lady Watson after seeing Bernadette's Lady Sherlock Holmes. 👍💖

[@bloodepixie]

You are not old you are classic. And my grandma taught me most of what I know about sewing and I am grateful for it because my projects come out a million times better.

[@lamwa13]

I always watch to the end. I really enjoyed the longer version and the work time lapse. It's looking terrific. I'm excited for the next video.

[@silvergypsylady]

I watched it to the end. I didn't think it waa too long. I think you're doing an awesome job. Looking forward to the next video.

[@michellek6365]

Made all the way to the end and I LOVED this vlog! I like the time-lapse parts and it makes me think everyone should have theme music while cutting and sewing! I really do feel like I learned a lot though! I’ve only learned sewing for alterations/mending purposes so seeing the pattern cutting kind of blew my mind. And your rookie mistake with cutting the pattern on upside down fabric ... if you hadn’t said anything, I wouldn’t have even noticed! I also did a spit take/laugh with your “and we will not discuss this again”. Note to self: no refreshments while watching unless I want water coming out the nose. As always, thanks for sharing!! Hope you’re having a fantastic weekend!

[@bettsamyj]

I totally clip my threads as I go, too. I feel like it saves time in the end.

[@peggyriordan9857]

I came from Bernadette's channel too. I really like that you discuss your fears about sewing, making mistakes and getting back at it again! Makes it easier for me to get going too. Now I know that there is another person out there that loves sewing, but sometimes just can't get themselves started, but eventually you do...Thank you for that!

[@digitaldgirl4459]

Oliver Hardy and Stan Laurel both wore the bowler hats of the day. You wore it well. I love how organized your work space is and how you always tell us to clean before starting a new project. Great advice.

[@TheVelvetKitten]

I like your voice so much. It's so soothing.

[@fumblingwiththimbles2609]

Ok I have to say, watching you talk about getting distracted or doing self care is so helpful! There are some days I can sew all day, then there are nights like tonight when I wanted to sew but I cannot make myself walk into my room. It's so nice to see someone else go through the same thing!

[@heathersmyth7137]

I found you through suggestion on Bernadette Banners channel and your fabric shopping trip had me in stitches so I had to subscribe to see more of your content. Great content and beautiful projects.

[@gwadja]

Thank you for doing more footage of actual work! I really like watching things getting cut and sewn and all that. Next time you make pleats lets see the whole thing from start to finish. MOAR PLEATS!

[@maggiekedves]

Hi I am another newish viewer of yours thanks to Bernadette. Both of you fascinate me, loved the time lapse, coveting those books big time... Can't wait for book reviews! I wish I had a grandma teaching me about sewing but then again KZbin era is awesome I am learning so much.

[@barbiecook5938]

Good evening! I am new to the sewing world. I have a handful of sewing channels I am subscribed to and love watching. I cannot wait to see Sherlock and Watson together! I have always wanted to learn but with 7 kids under our roof it’s been just a tad difficult to find time. BUT while doing loads of laundry and piles I have become determined to give it a go.

[@Stephiness]

made it to the end, It didn't feel long at all! I'm getting back on learning how to sew, I love longer videos :) they're very much appreciated

[@a.k.v.3042]

Made it to the end! As a quilter as well as costumer (theatrical, non-professional - which means if some things miss getting hemmed before the show - oh well - the audience can't see it from 30 feet away...), my cabbage patch gets used. And even those scraps of poly silk would be nice additions to a quilt - especially one for textures (like a crazy quilt). I found you through Bernadette (like so many!), and since I am enjoying watching Sherlock, so I am also enjoying watching Watson. I've also enjoyed watching your pattern reviews - I made a Victorian Walking Skirt once from a Truly Victorian pattern and I remember being thrilled at how easily it came together. I should dig that pattern out and make it again - in my size this time!

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

I came from Bernadette’s channel too. That said I have just finished binge watching all the video. I enjoyed every one of them to the very end. Every thing you have made is lovely. Looking forward to seeing your Lady Watson complete. Oh and I’m glad to hear that you have been taking it a little easy after your accident. We all need to be better at self care

[@katherinesykes9094]

Hi I'm from Sydney Australia and came to your channel via Bernadette! You mentioned dart transferring, have you ever tried tailors carbon paper? I've started using it in the last year and it is great for transferring darts etc..

[@janekokoszko7525]

Ha!! Made it to the end!, I too came from Bernadette. I'm really looking forward to seeing you both at Costume College. Please can we see as much as we can. Good luck with the rest of your sewing

[@fireangelx5]

I love the length of the videos they help motivate me to work on my own projects. I can sew and listen to you and it’s like I have a sewing friend. Also like that you include your mistakes they help me learn

[@rtmigneron]

It was great seeing some timelapse shots included in this. Actually, I enjoyed every part of this video. Yes, until the very end. Looks great! Thanks for sharing :)

[@sherihone]

I loved the trip to Joanns, You walked in, picked out the bits and left. LOL!!! it was just pure fun. Everything is looking good. I loved all the conversations and the worries. thank you for sharing your beautiful and very real self. You inspire me.

[@maryroyal5138]

Hello I found your channel the other day and I’m thrilled to find you. Your Lady Watson costume is looking stunning.

[@estelledesigns]

Made it to the end! Making great progress with the bodice, it's looking great! And great tip about sewing panels all in the same direction so the fabric doesn't tort - I'll have to remember that!

[@annaj1056]

Lol... I made it to the end! (I always watch to the end anyway, unless I get interrupted by my kids, and then I come back to it later!) Still working my way through last years vids :) Thanks for the interesting tips! Where I live, the only holidays where there isn't "garbage/recycling/green waste pickup" are Christmas and New Years Day. And then they just pick it up the next day. Woke up at like 3-something this morning (4 hours early) and couldn't fall back to sleep, gave up after an hour and am getting some peaceful knitting/youtube time but I'm going to be tired later! Still have an hour before I need to start getting kids lunches ready and waking them.

[@happykaren9229]

I watch to the end - you do amazing work and I love how you honor your grandma.

[@kytrvlnurse]

I love your vlogs. I may have to piece watch but I definitely watch the whole vid to the end. Sometimes I rewind to watch a particular spot. I sew modern but am wanting to get into historical inspired clothing. I love all of your tips tricks and inspiration. Thank you. I made it to the end. 😍

[@kytrvlnurse]

Costuming drama what was your inspiration for getting into historical dress/costuming?

[@kytrvlnurse]

Costuming Drama I love the bustle dresses but I’m leaning more towards Late Victorian early Edwardian suits/separates as actual church outfits. I’m excited to purchase some nice linen/wool fabrics to get started on my new historically inspired clothing

[@bertuccigirl]

I came from Bernadette as well, a few weeks ago, but only subscribed a couple weeks ago. I don’t know why! I was still watching you, lol. I like your directions for flatlining. I haven’t had a lot of need for it, but I like your reasoning for why you don’t do the ends, etc. I had today off and had plenty of time to sew but managed to completely while away the day reading and watching OTHER people sew...... I am so jealous of you going on Jenny’s trip. I spent a lot of time on her discussion boards ages ago and learned sooo much from the folks on there like Jenny and Suzi. Life gets in the way, though and I never had a chance to make it on one of the trips. Maybe some day. That and costume college.

[@bertuccigirl]

Also, the lining isn’t upside down to you if you are looking down at it while wearing it.....😁

[@deannacumpston9318]

Good job! The lining looks great so far. I really enjoyed the footage of you cutting and sewing. Also really enjoyed the car chat and was not bothered by the background noises while you were driving. I recently also made the same "rookie mistake" on a pair of pajama pants I was making. I was cutting out multiple pairs and got in too much of a hurry, but at least the pattern in right side up to the person wearing them. I am sadly not going to Costume College but hope to be able to attend some day. You feel really relatable to me and part of that is probably because I'm a fellow Californian.

[@thaddeuslee1097]

It took me two days of watching on my breaks and lunches at work! But I made it to the end! I like your videos and how casually you talk to us.

[@muntedmonkeyz]

this is hella motivating to watch, I like how she everything is figured out so methodically and organised

[@whiteraven8322]

I came from Bernadette banners Channel

[@brittamai5367]

I love the timelapse-sequences and your choice of music for them. It let the load of work you did while them look like pure fun. ^^ And I love your statement at the fabricprint-panel-direction-mistake so much, this "I know it - I love it!" That's such a friendly gesture to yourself. :-)

[@silassifton3072]

Hello! I'm fairly new and found my way here from Bernadette's channel. I love watching your vlogs while I sew, especially when I'm doing small hand sewing projects between larger garments and don't want to stop all the time to deal with my computer. It's wonderful watching this come together, and many of the little tips you give are helpful! Thank you for the wonderful work

[@celticgoddess81]

The bodice fit looks fantastic! (Made it to the end. Lol)

[@alessandramonteriggioni815]

Thank you so much for introducing us to the Julie Parker series. I have another book on fabric which is somewhat helpful but without actual swatches I found lacking. When you mentioned this series, I jumped on them and searched and so happy I did.

[@janekokoszko7525]

Wow Hat !!! Of course I got to the end, I always get to the end. Never mind the glasses, you will sew even more neatly now. My embroidery is much better now, but I'm the other way, I've been short-sighted all my life and when I took my lenses out I could see close up much better. If you want to give some attitude you must get the glasses that are either half moon or round, happily I believe that round glasses may be period anyway so double whammy!!!Attitude AND sight. What could be better?

[@jennyboldrini7330]

I didn't notice the length of vlog till the end lol. Loved to see you sewing and cutting

[@lyndaevans1132]

Great sewing (or in my case, today, knitting) with you! These are GREAT books, and I love the Ironman dress and hat!

[@mandyfonoimoana3296]

Glad to see shots of you cutting and sewing in this one!

[@julied.8277]

I came from Bernadette Banner as well. Always watch to the end, however long that might be!

[@lizmcgovern8534]

I watched all the way to the end. A pleasure, as always.

[@AlishaDig]

I always watch til the end even if u made a 2 hour video. 🤗

[@jasondeeley797]

Every thing you are doing on flat lining is correct and pressing your seams is correct as its called setting the stitches, enjoying seeing more pre work. J from England🤓

[@suzismith9681]

Love your honest sewing! It's not too long , I enjoy your journey and experiments. I've put my historical sewing aside for a bit and am have done a detour into bag making . This could turn into a War and Peace sized saga! As always I have problems sourcing correct notions.thats what happens when you live on the other side of the world. I guess. Keep up the good work.

[@FromtheMPR]

Love how it is looking and you can read the map (ie - not upside down from your vantage point). I followed you from Bernadette Banners channel.

[@LilyEandSnapeS4ever]

I watched al the way to the end! I love how long your videos are, and I really loved the inclusion of more time lapses in this video! I'm so excited for how the bodice is coming along!! the lining gives a peek at what a great fit it is going to have! Personally, I have finished the 1910s projects I was working on, so it is back to planning stages for my next few projects!

[@MLAshbacher]

Hello! New here. Found you thru Bernadette (lover her!). I watched several of your past vids today. I am really enjoying your channel. I especially love your BOOK! I am definitely making one for myself.

[@rosestewart6093]

Yo Noelle! I’ve been quilting and occasionally putting together simple nightgowns for myself and my daughter. It’s so fun to watch sewing that’s completely different than what I do. I came from Bernadette’s channel, on the recommendation of voolenvine because my first KZbin binging language was knitting podcasts.

[@penelope-oe2vr]

I came from Bernadette's channel. I love retro and historical clothing. I love vintage sewing machines. I dress oddly, and want to start making my own garments. Surfing around and soaking up all the knowledge I can. Thank you for sharing! I do remember seeing photos of your iron man outfit. Perhaps we are in some joint Facebook groups I think.

[@annetteandhercrafts]

Lining looking great Lady Watson. I made it to the end and loved it.

[@stacymoore9122]

Hope you had a wonderful 4th of July! The way you flat line your pieces is the same exact way I do mine. As a professional seamstress I don’t usually zig zag the edges. I serge the edge on normal garments but on formal items I sew organza ribbon to the edge then turn under and top stitch it down. I’m really enjoying your content and look forward to the next video.

[@T.H.Andersdotter]

Made it to the end! Nice chatty video :) Happy sewing-weekend!

[@suemcavoy60]

I watched it to the end ..... Procrastination is also on of my habits ... I also zigzag everything before I sew it together, my Mum taught me this technic and I thought everyone did it ... Really looking forward to seeing your finished garment 🐨

[@elizabethpothier6270]

Made it to the end. I’m just starting to get into sewing and costume making. Love your channel, thank you!

[@GSMachinist]

Hullo, I'm Callie and I am a crazy textile reenactor-y person, and it turns out watching other people sew is lovely entertainment while I am making bobbin lace and swearing at my bobbins! And you were recommended to me probably because I watch a lot of other historical sewing KZbin videos

[@GSMachinist]

Wait wait wait if you are going to Napa and SF then you must be pretty local to me?! I'm in the South Bay at the moment and I occasionally show up for PEERS/GBACG events but I mostly do SCA

[@GSMachinist]

Awesome! I'm not planning on anything in particular coming up but I will keep an eye out. I'm surprised we haven't met a worked at Lacis for a couple years and most people come through there eventually!

[@GSMachinist]

:/ I'm not there anymore-- I'm actually moving to the UK soon so my life is consumed with that. You should definitely go--it's a weird place but a fabulous resource for historical costuming. And you can get fabulous antique lace for not-a-fortune

[@GSMachinist]

Lol you can poke me on insta if you like (@bincheplease) but I'm getting a master's degree in textile conservation at the University of Glasgow! I'm super excited

[@GSMachinist]

How-- er, I applied? And they let me in?

[@imafruitcake7201]

I made it to the end, I really liked this video, and two weeks ago I was making my dad some shorts and I forgot that you needed to, do the mirrored thing when cutting out on a printed fabric, I felt really dumb, and I did not have enough fabric to fix it, so I had to go back the next day. I just started sewing last year, and no one around me sews.

[@pqjones0729]

Lol, i love your rant about holidays

[@Fedstrix]

I watched all the way to the end. I learned so many helpful thing too!

[@shelleymonson8750]

Hi, Noelle, I will be at CoCo, just been watching this video while I do hand-sewing on my gown for that. I am also in the Spencer class, so I will see you there!

[@aprilmunday1152]

Bernadette sent me and I'm working my way through all the videos.

[@mandyfonoimoana3296]

You have an Arizona shirt on! Love it! Here from Bernadette’s channel.

[@cherriesnhoney]

that looks amazing on you, yes the end fit:). i cant wait to see the next vlog

[@EmsIsFab]

I just joined Foundations Revealed this weekend! I moved into my first house on Wednesday, finished it off today, and then went to get my new chihuahua puppy. I've been busy! Tomorrow I want to make a trip to the store for a ruler (hopefully a meter stick) and a french curve to draft my FIRST CORSET.

[@maggiefish79]

Bernadette sent me! I loved the time lapse!

[@mandylavida]

Love the marauders map fabric!

[@JessieGamerGirl]

It’s a very good idea to zigzag the edges! I actually had to work on the 4th but I did get the 5th off instead!

[@dedeshikaalabi-mensah9471]

Velvet for the upper collar and the other for the lower to match her outfit 😆 Made it to the end Love your channel I have learned to much.😍

[@kytrvlnurse]

I saw your post about the all about (wool,cotton,silk). Of course I had to go buy my own copies😍

[@kytrvlnurse]

Costuming Drama I’ve glanced through the cotton and wool one waiting for the silk one to be delivered. Love amazon

[@mylaar]

I made it to the end! I found you through Bernadette, and I watch you while working on some 1890s-ish costuming for a LARP coming up in a couple weeks :)

[@thejerseylady1]

Yup, I stayed to the end also. I watch you do your stuff while I do my stuff, so longer is better in my book. I love how this outfit is coming together. Oh, and it was fun to go shopping with you too. Hugs, Gloria :- )

[@BethAge95]

Really important tip to always sew in the same direction! Never really paid attention to it but I automatically always did it bcs I always sew from the top down. Since I don't use patterns there is now guarantee that the pieces match up exactly, so I rather have them match up where it's important and then adjust the hem than the other way around :D

[@melusinenoArashi]

Hi Noelle, I discover your channel via Bernadette. I'm a french girl, so I apologise for any of my spelling or grammar mistake. Before I had my serger, I did zigzag the edge of the pieces or if I was on a hurry, I would use a picking (?) shear. I'm awe for people capable to do costume. I take me over a month to do a simple garment, I can even imagine how long it would take me for a costume. But one day I will do a corset. When you came to Paris, just have a stroll rue Dorsel (metro station Anvers); it's at the bottom of du sacré coeur. It's Paris's fabric street. Enjoy you stay in Europe and specifically in France.

[@melusinenoArashi]

@@Costuming_Drama You're welcome. It won't be as massive as the fashion district but it's quite picturesque. You have also some shops near gare de Lyon but its designer shop and quite expensive.

[@pbonniejean]

I no longer do historical re-enacting, but back in the day, I used to make duplicate clothes for my jointed wood Queen Anne doll (French and Indian War period) or for my wood and rag doll made for Revolutionary War period. These dolls would have wardrobes like mine, but smaller, of course. The larger remnants were made into things such as "Housewife" or "hussif" (sewing/mending rolls); Needle books, pincushions, and quilt patches. Sometimes, embroidered pockets, pocketbooks, shoe pouches. Wool coated with lanolin was traditionally used for needlebooks because it prevented needles and pins from rusting. If white linen or cotton, I made handkerchieves, caps, fichus and shoulder kerchieves, either for myself or to sell...The sales helped pay for the materials that I used...or for bartering with other artisans, or became impromptu gifts. I'm sure you know how that goes. Once upon a time, my pottery and needlework profits paid for a toile Robe a la Francaise...which I still have, though it no longer fits. sighs... Love your vlogs!

[@drhelenloney1426]

I'm a quilter, I keep it all, even though it really is pointless at one point. It's liberating to throw stuff away.

[@kgood14]

I watched the entire video! I came from Bernadette's channel and I really enjoy your videos :)

[@PennySBurt]

Loved the theme music on the time lapse! Maybe something like the Theme from Rocky would also work when building such complex costumes! ❤️❤️❤️

[@PennySBurt]

That Marauder Map Fabric is awesome!

[@JekahAQuilter]

Always watch to the end! Great video and love the honest sewing 🧵. As a quilter my “scraps” are recycled to a much smaller degree. Side note it’s normal for the silly song from the LEGO movie Everything s Awesome to pop in my head when watching your videos because I use the word awesome as much as you do 😂🤦🏻‍♀️ Off to make a Joann’s run 😂

[@JekahAQuilter]

Costuming Drama totally 😂😉 originally from OC, I’m in Florida now but all my family is in Riverside now. 💕

[@elizabethhatfield2115]

I turn little pieces into patchwork quilts during the winter months; which is my slow season; and use the larger pieces into other items of historical clothing I can sell as SCA events.

[@MariaRosseau]

Hi! I'm new and my intro is: I work in video games and I sew and knit and read (and play video games, including HP: WU) and live nearish to you! I have no clue how I found your channel, probably because I was looking up some historic sewing thing, even though I only sew modern stuff. Mostly. And most fun, I went to the same Joanns on the same day also to buy thread, and had a similar sadness about their being open at all. :) EDIT: also who wouldn't watch to the end?!

[@ennanitsua]

So many great tips! Thank you!

[@lizarotti966]

Omfggg willingly and finally handed Cathy my membership money for FR!! So stoked

[@HB-ir5ov]

This was a super fun blog! :)

[@drhelenloney1426]

i also finish my edges, or regret when I don't. I believe it was also my grandma who taught me this. She also taught me fancy button holes, hook attachments and button sewing. I may be the only human on earth who knows these stitches, I've never seen them repeated on either youtube or in sewing guides.

[@drhelenloney1426]

I’m going to see if I can find examples. They aren’t hard.

[@elisabetfinlayson8539]

Oh the hat is so cute!

[@michellecornum5856]

Made it to the end, no problem. I was actually a little excited to see how long it was going to be. Your grandma was a wise woman and taught you well. The lining looks fabulous! Keep going, you're doing great!!

[@jasondeeley797]

Hi, I enjoyed watching you cut out your garments, it gives us more insight into more of your costume making processes, is it possible to see more of you sewing, hand or machine, spread is not what I'm looking for its just to see more of your costume processes, talking while you sew is fun and time flys. Don't feel guilty for throwing scraps away, you only end up frowning it away in the end so do it or donate it to a school. J from England

[@Silverfoxx001]

i piece chucks of like fabric together to make flat yardage. i made a warm flannel undress and worth nearly every day and it has held up well enough. next project will be a ruffled petticoat from patchwork

[@Silverfoxx001]

It was flannel bits so i didn't. Most of the bits and chucks were no more than hand size to maybe um torso sized. I ended up with a flannel dress from a pattern that took 5 yards to make. I also piece pattern pieces into shape. It was an will this hold up experiment

[@sierralarars]

Was that a “if you are ‘sew’ inclined comment” at the beginning?... if yes I commend your wittiness 😂 yes I am sew inclined lmao

[@Haffina]

I came from Bernadette Banner. I don't sew, but I love watching sewing, especially historical.

[@mariebray9831]

I have used old thread before, from my Aunts collection, so at least 20 years old and up to 80 years old 1930s to 1990s. Some is only good for hand sewing and I check it is still has some strength.

[@helenafarkas4534]

watched to the end. re: your evening/day dress dilemma, is there a way to make a different bodice that would let you easily switch between day/evening modes without having to change out your skirt? I seem to recall several priorattire videos where they talk about being able to switch between day and evening wear with only a change of bodice. the evening bodice would have more trim and have shorter sleeves, but would be made to match the skirt just as well as the day bodice. not as current on regency fashion to know if this is feasible or not

[@158269squeak]

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[@shanniebaby75]

My first comment, even though I watch all your videos! I watched until the end too. 😊 I’ll be at CoCo 2019. It’ll be my second time going and I’ll be part of the Butt Ugly Brigade (BUB) Friday Night. See ya there!

[@shanniebaby75]

I will!

[@pattikubacki1818]

I found you through Bernadette Banner's channel. She highly recommended your channel.

[@miyukijane]

That bodice is really coming along and that back is so cute! Can't wait to see the finished version. I'm excited about CoCo too! It'll be my first time. I'm also not planning to wear costumes for the classes, for the same reasons you mention, so I'm glad I'm not the only one who'll be in civilian clothes. :D I've got something to wear for Saturday night, I think I know what I'm doing for Friday night, and I'm madly trying to plan something for Thursday pool party... I have ideas but we'll see how they turn out! I have a question, how do you transport your costumes? Suitcases, or do you use the plastic storage bins I've seen some other folks use, or some other method?

[@tiffanytomasino335]

I made it! Really not that bad, your videos have enough...progress?...in them that they don’t really feel long despite what the time stamp might say. I think the upside down lining is a bit of “mischief managed” lol very on brand 😂. Thank you for sharing

[@thesewinggamer]

I love your channel ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤. I want to go to costume college one year but I'm confused with the American tax thing (I don't understand when it says price + tax). I am from Australia. I am a noob when it comes to sewing so I am so happy to see how it is done and hopefully be able to make something of my owning day.