Even More Slinky Undies! Making a 1930s Bias Cut Slip to add to my Vintage Underwear Collection

My 1930s obsession continues. In this video I make the next addition to my 1930s vintage underwear collection, a bias cut slip.
I used the same pattern as for my 1950s slip, Simplicity 4126 and just modified it for a more 1930s silhouette.
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Join me as I tackle bias cut seams (tricky), sewing machine meltdowns (tragic), and my first EVER machine rolled hem (fine).
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[@MonaSkovJensen]

I love you! Thank you for mentioning all the patterns you want to make, all the fabric you have cut out and ready to sew, all the editing you haveto do etc. I feel assured that I am not alone in wanting to do everything NOW and yet nothing at all.

[@RetroClaude]

You are definitely not alone. I often have an existential crisis about the fact I will never make all the things I want to make in my lifetime!

[@emilysmith2784]

That fabric does look like a bit of a nightmare. Well done for persisting, it turned out lovely.

[@phoebelim7171]

Talk sweetly to it - always works with my Bernina when it's in desperate need of a good clean out and tune up. They are very understanding. ;)

[@rachelboersma-plug9482]

How very chic. The colour is beautiful on you, too. Some helpful hints on working with slinky fabric; thank you! My own top tip is to cut out on a woollen blanket, which "grabs" the fabric better than a smooth cutting table (of course, this only works if you use shears, not a rotary cutter).

[@RetroClaude]

Oooooh I will have to try that! Thank you for the top tip 💚

[@snooksmcdermott]

A tip I haven't tried yet is to use spray starch on slippery fabrics to make them less slippery. Not confident enough in my sewing to use anything but cotton yet, but I'll get there!

[@stevezytveld6585]

That slip was Absolutely worth the wait. That fit is incredible on you. And the colour is so flattering to your skin tone. Well. Done. You. As for attention spans - not just you. For the past three weeks I've gotten barely anything done. Either I don't know where to start or I don't have the energy to follow-through. Must be this stage of lockdown-itus. Meh. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@Michael-if6my]

Looks fantastic! So comfy, the amount of work that goes into stuff like this though, I'm super jealous of how skilled y'all sewing people are. I'ma stick to my knitting lol

[@olliejones3302]

I love that shade of pink!

[@bowerbirdstyle7661]

Am loving your stripey sleeves!

[@reivenne]

I feel like that centre front hole is the perfect excuse for some embroidery :)

[@deejustdee1234]

That slip fits you beautifully

[@timestreel4384]

Love it! 1930s undergarments are so classy, with that streamlined Art Deco aesthetic. Now you just need the bias dress to go over it. (May I suggest the black collared dress that Ginger Rogers wears at the dance school in "Swing Time? One of my dream dresses for sure!)

[@RetroClaude]

That dress is perfect! I would love to make something like that 😍

[@timestreel4384]

@@RetroClaude So much swish potential!

[@RetroClaude]

@@timestreel4384 and I love that collar! It's official it's going on my dream dress list!

[@blktauna]

I think you should do one of these as an evening dress with a little bolero. The style looks amazing on you.

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you! I'll have to look out for some special fabric to make myself one 💚

[@laurawilliams7782]

could you use a little applique or some embroidery to darn/hide the hole ? it looks great!

[@RetroClaude]

Great idea! I'll have to look out for something suitable 💚

[@janisi9262]

That shade looks amazing on you! I bet the whole thing is very comfy. I've been wanting to make a 1930's-ish slip and bias-cut French seams have been something kicking around in the back of my mind, so this is very timely!

[@chazhoosier2478]

To be filed under unsolicited advice: As a vintage sewist, you should look into getting a Singer 201K: the ultimate vintage sewing machine that was widely considered the best machine ever made. It will almost certainly be cheaper than a new machine, and will never, ever break down. ;)

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Hello Claude Thank you for succh a pretty video, clever idea, and all the answers in your hour plus q&a the "other day"

[@bookhoarding]

Always fun to see other people's UFOs get finished.

[@kaytiej8311]

Thank you for teaching us about lap stitching. Thats good knowledge to have. Your approach is just wonderful to watch. That fabric must have been murderous but you masterfully beat it into submission. A real lesson for us. Thank you! And the outcome was beautiful.

[@RetroClaude]

Sometimes I amaze myself with my ability to pound fabric into submission. I am not well known for my patience but when it comes to sewing I'm a saint 😂

[@wolfgangshuman]

I’ve already liked this video the first time I watched it and if I could like it again, I would. A double thumbs up in the comment section instead 👍🏽👍🏽

[@luvlav3156]

Loved hearing "Beautiful Girl" in the background. I didn't notice until the second viewing of this favorite video. A perfect accompaniment to a helpful tutorial. Wonderful and inspiring (especially the "lap" basting-great tip!). Thank you!

[@helenasnopek5431]

It looks gorgeous, and that colour is absolutely stunning on you!!

[@MsDeepAndDark]

Thanks for sharing the basting tip) With that you've encouraged me a step further towards sewing fabrics other than cotton and wool)

[@DeterminedDIYer]

Just sew a little fabric rose on the hole. :)no worries. It looks great!

[@RetroClaude]

Oooooh brilliant idea!

[@louiseking9726]

Wonderful, so talented!

[@TheCatchyBoutique]

Very Nice Our Team will Support You

[@jackiejames4551]

It's lovely. It fits you so well.

[@callmecordelia7181]

I have been saying I want a good full slip, but can't find one. So finding this video is timely for me. I have two dresses that aren't done yet, but thinking about adding this project on to my list.

[@wandaadell5621]

Great job

[@Rotten_Ralph]

I have a pattern for 1940s undergarments on the way. I’m very intimidated. Thank you for the slow precision instructions. I think your video will be very helpful.

[@heathermayfield4247]

Lovely slip, you are a great teacher. I was in your position in the first lockdown with my Bernina..........but it wouldn't sew at all. I bought a vintage Singer with cogs (£110) and I use it a lot even now I always set it up to do buttonholes which are better than the ones my modern Bernina makes. It sews beautifully and always good to have a back up which is just never, ever temperamental.

[@MarcelaNaranjoG]

What an inspiration! I hope to follow on your footsteps 😁

[@rebeccacuthbertson1271]

Yeay Claude!! Glad you finally finished it and therefore kicking it out of the UFO pile. It looks incredible on you! Hope you can get everything with your machine sorted 💖

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you! It's still hiding in a corner because I'm too scared to take it to my engineer after what I've put my machine through! 🙈

[@rebeccacuthbertson1271]

@@RetroClaude 😂 I mean I would be too!! Though I will also guiltily admit my machine has never been serviced so I should consider getting on that 😅

[@MarcelaNaranjoG]

It looks amazing! What an inspiration!!

[@charlotte3033]

I love your storytelling, and the slip is gorgeous!

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you 💚

[@roxannlegg750]

Awwee...but the hole at the CF just makes it look more aged and original. You make a VERY good point making notes about alterations..after doing this for 20 years,...you always seem to think you will remember what you changed or did, but you dont! Well done. Please feel free tp say how often you pause to rest too, i will never forget your advice about resting frequently so as to not burn yourself out...i still remond myself to do that! Gresat video :-)

[@annereidy7981]

Beautiful, and so elegant!

[@TheMetatronGirl]

You look like a silent movie star! That rayon crepe is just lovely. I didn’t know that bias tacking technique before and I think it’s genius. Thank you for sharing it. A few questions…What type of pins are you using in this video, and where did you purchase them? I have trouble buying them online as I can’t physically touch them and my local stores don’t sell anything that fine. Is the jumper (cardigan?) you’re wearing one of your handknits? The yarn is really cool! Do you have any online suppliers (knitting and sewing/fabric) that you particularly love? You always show such lovely materials. I’m sending good sewing vibes for your machine!!! Wishing you happy crafting, and good chronic illness days.

[@RetroClaude]

Hello thank you for your lovely comment 💚 as for your questions I can't find the exact details of the pins I'm using here but I ~think~ they're Milward 0.5mm thickness ones. Most generic pins are 0.6mm it seems so if you can search or look out for ones smaller than that you should find something similar. Yes the jumper was my first ever hand knit jumper! The yarn was a commercial yarn I picked up at the knitting and stitching show MANY years ago and I can't remember the details I'm afraid. As for fabric suppliers I use Minerva a lot because they have such variety. I'm also a fan of Fabrics Galore London and Rainbow Fabrics Kilburn for more modern dress fabrics, viscose, poplin etc. It's also worth checking out Pound Fabrics if you're after cheap and cheerful. For yarn I use Wool Warehouse for commercial yarns online because they have the biggest selection of colours and I like the way their website works 😂 it's silly but I find it a much more pleasant user experience!

[@TheMetatronGirl]

Pleasant user experiences earn lots of points with me! Thank you very much for information. I’d never heard of Wool Warehouse until yesterday, and you’re now the 2nd person to recommend it. I was leery as the other person is frequently unreliable, but your endorsement I trust. You’ve never steered me wrong! I completely understand that crazy urge to MAKE SOMETHING. I’m going through it with knitting. Too many projects, not enough hands! Happy sewing, Claude, and thanks again.

[@RetroClaude]

I've just found the yarn I used to make that jumper!! Sirdar Connemara in shade Irish Rose. It's been frustrating me all day and I finally found it 😁 I think it's discontinued now though

[@coreygilles847]

It looks lovely

[@charlieb1103]

Lovely video, I too want to do all of the things all at once so never get any sowing done. But the potential is there... one day

[@RetroClaude]

One day indeed 💚

[@elainebye9090]

Gorgeous. And such an interesting video.

[@meowyimeow]

Still watching but wanted to mention that when I pin fit things on myself I use tiny safety pins. No poking!

[@RetroClaude]

A great tip! Why didn't I think of that 😂

[@adinashaina9977]

Retro Claude, I love how your choices work for you so well. Do you know of any large-bust-sized women who YT sew?

[@sarahlongshore2605]

Ginger Rogers!!! Yes please! !!!

[@nadia.lewis.]

You’d be surprised how strong hand hems can be! I’m wearing a 1930s/1940s slip right now with a hand rolled hem and it is holding up perfectly, while the fabric of the slip is actually shattering from regular wear. 😭😭

[@beth12svist]

Yeah! The skirt of my entirely handsewn Regency dress is a pretty quick and dirty affair (well, a good deal of the dress is), with the seams done in _very_ spaced backstitch (i.e. mostly running stitch with an occasional backstitch to stop it from gathering on itself), and the hem is... well, basically just tacked. It's still holding up perfectly years later, and since it's cotton and goes through mud at outdoors events, it just gets tossed into the washing machine so there really hasn't been any special care given to it. We should give more credit to handsewing when it comes to durability. After all, all the basic linen undergarments of the past that got washed pretty thoroughly and roughly were handsewn, too. :-) (Also, I think that while we may think one thread seams are less strong than two thread seams - the fact that handsewing can often move more with the fabric may in fact improve its longterm durability!)

[@thevenuschild]

I love it!

[@MisSiszY]

K&B sewing machines collect machines for service etc! Also the fabric gives me anxiety so well done 😂 pound fabrics have some really nice brown viscose twill at 1.50 a meter which I now have a decent amount of just sitting there as I HATE how much viscose moves... 😂😂 it's like pinning down a cat.

[@MisSiszY]

And obviously the slip looks amazing!

[@RetroClaude]

Brown viscose twill you say? I believe I may have already bought myself 7 metres and made it up into a soon to be seen project for a video! 💚

[@MisSiszY]

@@RetroClaude great minds! The otter fabric on there is also stunning! (And 3.50 a meter... and great quality cotton. God I love poundfabrics and dislike poundametre 😂)

[@emmaRBC]

It looks great! ❤️

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you 💚

[@janeibee582]

I love slips, but u can't really find them anymore. I'll look for this pattern

[@aly_b]

Amazing 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@lesleyharris525]

Hi,turned out beautifully and very cute, would a little embroidery flower fix the hole or a satin ribbon bow help.💖

[@RetroClaude]

Great idea! Thank you 💚

[@josefinebrannlund7297]

👗

[@gisellejones1139]

Hide the hole with a piece of lace ?

[@tabletikmaminkin5229]

my sewing machine was much simpler but lasted 60 years when the engine was rewound can sew further

[@sisterkerry]

Anyone got a minute to answer a question that could qualify as dumb? What is the difference between the look of a bias cut slip and the look of a non bias cut slip? I have bought a vintage 1930s slip pattern that has both. HELP!!!!!

[@RetroClaude]

Hello! In terms of look fabric cut on the bias stretches and drapes in ways fabric cut on the straight doesn't. You can kinda see in the thumbnail how the fabric clings around my legs. Straight cut fabric would stand away from the body a bit more. If you make a straight cut slip you may also need to add an opening to get it on or make it less fitted because it won't stretch as much. I hope that helps 💚