Everything I Made In My First Year of Sewing! Catwalk + Thoughts - Part 1

Come and check out my backyard catwalk show as I share all the things I made in my first year of sewing my own clothes. This video covers my makes from January to June 2023. The second half of the year will be covered in next weeks video (....'cos I made a lot of stuff!).
-- SEWING PATTERNS REFERENCED --
* Jaimie Pyjama Bottoms: shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/c...
* Simplicity S9208 Kids Pyjama Set
* Free Bucket Hat Pattern by Mood :www.moodfabrics.com/blog/the-...
* Free Sandcastle Bucket Hat pattern from Waves & Wild: www.wavesandwild.com/shop/san...
* Erin Dungarees by Tilly and the Buttons: shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/c...
* New Look 6456 Wrap Skirt
* James Unisex Pyjamas by Sirena Patterns: sirenaelite.com/product/james/
* Laramie Top by Little Lizard King: littlelizardking.com/products...
* Simplicity S8519 Pyjama Pants
* Style Arc Harmony Woven Top: www.stylearc.com/shop/pdf-sew...
* Mabel by Tilly and the Buttons: shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/c...
* Style Arc Wilma Teens Dress: www.stylearc.com/shop/pdf-sew...
Yoga Mat Bag: EmelsHandicraft on Etsy - tinyurl.com/yjh9exb7
* True Bias Ogden Cami: truebias.com/products/ogden-c...
* Donny Shirt by Friday Pattern Company: fridaypatterncompany.com/prod...
* Amsterdam Dress by Little Lizard King: littlelizardking.com/products...
* Saltwater Slip by Friday Pattern Company: fridaypatterncompany.com/prod...
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All the items mentioned in this video have been purchase by myself. Exceptions will be advised if and as applicable. All opinions are my own.
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[@paulahaven4139]

This was really fun! I like your criteria, enjoyed the jump from person to person, and the catwalk was very entertaining and educational. It’s informative to see how the clothes move with you - or not! I’ll be watching for part 2. 😀

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! We had fun making it. Part 2 not far away 😊

[@teresagibson2974]

Love your makes, you have done well on your first year or so of sewing. I like the way you broke the video down into charts of brain friendly, fit and lovable. By the way your garden is beautiful, I like gardening too.

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks! Glad you enjoyed the video and my crazy rating system (not just applied to my sewing)! Love my garden and still very much a work in progress. Was all overgrown with nettles when we moved in so landscaping and planting was our lockdown project. Now being beautifully rewarded for the effort ☺️

[@maryharmon3876]

So glad you started vlogging! You are very good at it. Love all of the “extras” you put in. And your family is great. Everyone looked like they were having so much fun!!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you so much!! It was a fun video to make for sure. Part 2 underway 😊

[@TIMAbyFK]

I love your videos!! I always appreciate a makes video, but your added rankings and ratings was so wonderful to hear you talk through the makes in such a helpful and wonderful way, and I enjoyed learning about how you evolved in your sewing through your voiceover !

[@RipperSeams]

Yep… I do tend to rank things by brains and otters. Stars have been taking the limelight for far too long long 😜 Thanks for watching!!

[@annethompson9154]

Absolutely loved this video it was so much better than people holding their make up it really shows the garments in every day use x

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you. Was good for me to see them this way too. Glad you enjoyed ☺️

[@blufaerie]

“My first time working with viscose and THAT was an experience!” I totally understand! I nearly cried my first time working with viscose, and I was trying to make bias binding, too 😂😂😂! Awesome makes! Congrats on surviving your first year! ❤ And your daughter is quite the dynamic model! Lovely family modeling your garments!

[@RipperSeams]

Hehe… thank you. I’m still sewing so what I’ve made hasn’t put me off yet. Although the thing I’ve made today might 😜 thanks for watching!

[@aidavillegas8052]

I can’t believe you are new to sewing garments! They look great! I love all the modeling and scores. Good job!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! 😊 was a fun video to make. Thanks for watching!

[@jackiebrown2794]

😅 Fantastic vlog and I loved all your family makes. Very informative too. I just wish I had you IT skills to match... Looking forward to seeing your Part 2 next week. Thank you so much for taking the time to share with the sewing community 🏵️🏵️

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! My IT skills are all being learnt on the fly. A big part of the reason for doing these videos was to learn new skills and have some fun. Seem to be accomplishing both aims so far. Thanks for watching ☺️

[@marionmathews9852]

Fantastically professional and entertaining episode. I loved everything about this. Your makes are wonderful. I adore the cactus Style Arc blouse…..so, so nice!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you so much! Fun to make and part 2 on the way 😊

[@makermoran8199]

A great video! Love the family participation and fun antics. Thanks for sharing your makes :)

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching! We had great fun making it. Part 2 on its way 😊

[@floradempsey7235]

First, 5 stars to the models, great job. First year! Well done video, so well thought out. My favorite pattern was the last. The dress looks fabulous on you. Can't wait to see what you create next.

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much! Glad you liked it ☺️

[@ruthwilson6524]

A fabulous vlog - such a good idea! Love the saltwater slip on you. Kudos for making your family lovely garments too.

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much! 😊 I think I like it more seeing it on me from a distance. Extra otter point!! 🦦🦦🦦🦦🦦

[@er66an]

Love this video.My first thought on the Amsterdam dress was how beautiful it could be for an adult.Then you said you would make it . waiting to see .......

[@RipperSeams]

Hehe.. yep. That one is coming as a make this summer. Have found a beautiful fabric to make it in. Just waiting for it to be released (impatiently 😜) Thanks for watching !

[@lisemac6763]

Your family was fabulous! The makes were great too!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you so much! I think so too. Thanks for watching ☺️

[@TheFrenchSeams_vlog]

This was so much fun!!!! And I’ll now be measuring my whole life in otters 😂😂😂

[@RipperSeams]

It’s the only way to go!! Glad you enjoyed 🦦🦦🦦🦦🦦 😜

[@ChristineSewsALot]

Absolutely love the fabric on your Donny. Very fun family catwalk!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed.

[@jenniferewart]

Thanks so much for such an original vlog, great fun but also really informative . Lots more PLEASE .

[@RipperSeams]

Glad you enjoyed it! More to come for sure ☺️

[@Nikicowhead]

Love the backyard catwalk 😄 all your makes look fantastic

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! Part 2 on the way 😊

[@sewchilled22]

Really helpful video looking at all the patterns😊 and hearing your thoughts ...thank you😊🎉

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@create_something_pretty]

What a fabulous video. Your kids are absolute super stars! My dog loved your puppies too. I had to remove him from the room so I could hear😂😂. Your wardrobe is so inspiring. I'm really looking forward to the second part. Have a lovely weekend and lots of successful sewing ❤❤

[@RipperSeams]

Heheh.. hilarious! Hugs to pupper! One of those kids is my husband 🤣🤣

[@rholt8800]

You are so talented! I loved seeing all your makes. Your family is fantastic and I loved the runway effect! Brought a smile to my face. Great job!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching and glad you liked. Was a fun video to make 😊

[@annettecowburn-sz8cq]

What a great fun vlog. I th8nk your models did a fantastic job!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks! They did do well 😊

[@aribella6913]

Great makes

[@irenegilchrist1512]

Such a fun video and great makes. Thank you

[@RipperSeams]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😊

[@einahpets]

This was a great format! Looks like you all had a fun time strutting on the catwalk 😊 I adore the fabric you used for your Harmony top and will need to pick some up from Minerva as well!

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much! 😊 The cactus fabric is pretty cool. Just gotta watch where some of those cactus get placed.

[@kathymcconville6428]

Five stars for creative way to talk about your makes! That was fun and to the point. It's great seeing clothes in action to really get a feel for the fit. I'm so impressed at how much progress you made as a first time sewist. Thanks Kate. See you in "July."

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much!! Was good for me too because we don’t often see ourselves from that perspective in your own clothes. I think I like some of the makes more as a result. Part 2 on its way 😊

[@vansdeeley7000]

Great video, look forward to part 2 x x Debbie x

[@RipperSeams]

Coming soon! Thanks for watching, Debbie! ☺️

[@natalieharris5370]

Your family is adorable! Excellent dancers too!

[@RipperSeams]

Thank you! They are definitely interpretive dancers! Thanks for watching 😊

[@lizann3058]

A great update...thank you 🇦🇺 🐨

[@RipperSeams]

Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@Mylittleveggarden_no7]

Great vlog, I really enjoyed it and glad I found you 😊

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching! I’m glad you found me too 😊

[@maggiecraven9625]

Hi Kate that was a fun video. Your makes are gorgeous, as is your garden. Looking forward to part 2.

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks so much! 😊 If I’m not sewing I’m in the garden. Sewing currently winning because there are lots of weeds that need attention 😜

[@jamilehbaadarani4740]

Very inspirational thank u

[@RipperSeams]

My pleasure! Thanks for watching ☺️

[@AvrilBrown-ld6gm]

Really enjoyed this video - especially the catwalk - did I miss the dogs?. Looking forward to the next installment. I love the saltwater slip though it's not something I could wear - enjoy seeing it on others. As for the Donny - I must have done something horribly wrong but it's giving me grief. I'll keep trying though 😂

[@RipperSeams]

Thanks for watching. Doggos are running around like crazy things in the background lovin life. Give the Donny shirt another try. I definitely had to get the seam ripper out for the first couple of times I made it but was worth it as they are my grab and go shirt for warmer weather.

[@AvrilBrown-ld6gm]

@@RipperSeams I did - and I finished it and am wearing it right now but yes, the seam ripper definitely got a workout 😂

[@sarahandruby1]

Really enjoyed this video. Thank you.

[@RipperSeams]

Glad you enjoyed it!