Learn How to make Gertie's Jiffy Popover Dress Tutorial, Part One

[@davidhutchison3343]

I just got Gertie sews Jiffy Dresses book for Christmas, and love the fact that the first few dresses are so simple to sew (no zips or buttons). My wife and daughter have already put their orders in for a couple of popover dresses that they will wear for our next big bash party (50's theme). i just need Gertie to do a man's pattern book for the 50's, and I'm all set. My goal is to do the boatneck dress as a sewing practice, as zippers are my nemesis. Happy sewing.

[@milliewilkie1969]

My 8 year old grandaughter found you loves your channel and desperate to be let loose on a sewing machine 😂 l was a tailoress making bespoke suits in the late 60s so passing on some knowledge to her ..

[@sewesme4866]

OMG!!!Wow!Wow! WOW!! I must get my hands on this book and I will make this dress because I love the simple cool dress. I live in Texas and it alway hot this dress is perfect for our weather over here and, how cute to just add a simple cardigan or shawl if it gets a bit cool!! I may have to buy two books because I will wear down this pattern I want a closet full of this dress!!! Thank you, Gertie, You are PURE AWESOMENESSSSSS......!!!!!!

[@tsezwik]

I just started assembling the dress when I got the notification for this video. Being a visual learner, they are so helpful. Thank you!

[@GertiesWorld]

Thank you for watching! Hope you love the book!

[@natilovesnails881]

Yes I agree!! I wish she would do it with all the dresses 😂

[@hobbyhive]

Oh wow, I'm just floored by your tattoos, especially Our Lady of Guadalupe! Beautiful

[@BBMc107]

As a quilter, I really need these tips. Your arm facing and hem ideas are easy to follow and easy to do. Now I need a good serger! One more tool in the arsenal.

[@jeaniedelgado687]

I love your dresses! You look smashing with the 50's style clothing. I can remember the 50's? My mom wore those things? Mostly she wore blue jeans and pewnney loafers.

[@kdolguin]

Love your style,love your video instructions, love your books. Keep them coming!!!

[@Тетяна-ц6м]

Super,You are the best!!!

[@AngelReneeToday]

This is great and has sold me on the book. I didn't think I would be able to sew any of the items in your books. This dress looks fancy casual and beautiful with easy sewing options.

[@GagaKnits]

I have just bought your lovely book amd was so happy to discover you are making these videos to go with it. Thank you for taking the time to do this. Now I just have to decide what fabric to use. X

[@amyrice1987]

I've just got my first book and absolutely love these videos, really helping to get my head around it. I wish there was a video for every dress pattern as I learn better that way 😁

[@helenaalicia6987]

Yes!

[@luciasamaras7767]

You are a marvelous teacher, and I love the sound of your scissors snipping away!

[@BritInvLvr]

Love that it has pockets. All dresses should have pockets. 🥰

[@naughtybynature6213]

Your nails look gorgeous with the fabric ❤️

[@megs7019]

Love how fun this dress looks and your voice is so calming. Plan on getting your book so I can make a couple of these dresses one as a swim cover up in a very light weight fun fabric.

[@kardonay]

I concur Gertie. Your nails look very pretty with the fabric. I shall expect nothing less on your next video ;)

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

Heard you on Vicki Howell podcast, and you mentioned this dress so I had to come over and watch you make it. Very lovely.

[@pamelaforman8710]

THANK YOU GERTIE! for this very helpful video. I'm an advance beginner and am self-taught- I've never actually seen anyone sew anything! So needless to say I always wonder if I'm doing things correctly. Now I don't have to wonder, I can just watch you! By the way, I just subscribed to your Patreon because I think you're wonderful...

[@welshmountainsoap9474]

I have ordered the book tonight looking forward to making the dresses, I am hoping they use some jersey type fabric as I have loads in my stash. I love the sykescas I have lost weight 15 1/2 stonevti ¹0 stone so want to emphasise m new shape. Then I will order yourbjothrr books. I love the circle skirt but cant afford to join your patron for a while but would dearly Love yo majors the top you are wearing with it. Your style is fantastic

[@wendyfay16]

Just a tip for the flare of the dress. When I was a little girl in 1961, my mother had a several dresses made for me to go on a 6 week cruise with her. The dresses were all full at the waist like this cute little dress. The fullness of the skirt was sewn in (a gathered waist) as opposed to needing a belt. I had a 'rope' petticoat for all of my dresses. I think it was an elastic waist, but could have had a waistband with a hook and eye. It had a few rows of channels going around the petticoat skirt, and the rope was sewn into the skirt as the channels were made, similar to making piping only just sewn into the fabric of the skirt. It would be easiest to use the zipper foot on your sewing machine and sew the rope into the fabric before sewing the 2 sides together. It's easy to stitch the channels just by turning up enough of the petticoat fabric on the inside. It's just like sewing them as you would to make your own piping but you won't have any raw edges until the side seam but leave enough of the sides without rope to sew the side seam. You can either sew a French seam (which is a favourite way of mine for seams) at the side for neatness, or just sew the seam the same way as the side seams on the dress. At 68, I'm still smiling as though I'm seeing that petticoat hanging in my wardrobe 60 yeard ago! I adored wearing my beautiful dresses, but my rope petticoat is something that has remained so special in my heart. When I get to make this dress, I'll certainly be making myself a rope petticoat to wear with it! You can just make one with a soft cord to wear with any of your gathered skirts for that extra little bit of fullness. You can use whatever type of rope/cord you like depending upon how much you want your dress to flair out. There are plenty to choose from at your local fabric store. You get to choose however many rows of ropes you want in your petticoat, but I vaguely remember that mine had about 3 rows of rope and I was 8 at the time. The type of cord you'll want will depend on how full you want your dress/skirt to be. Remember to ensure that it won't take forever to dry. If you're uncertain, I'd suggest buying a few small pieces of rope of different thicknesses and stiffnesses and see how full you want your dress or skirt to be, and how long it will take for the cord to dry, because I promise you that you'll want to wear your petticoat often and with more than one dress or skirt. If you're not already loving wearing gathered waisted clothing, you will after the first time you wear your petticoat! I still remember the wonderful feeling I had every time I got to wear that petticoat and even 60 years later, that feeling still makes me smile whenever I even think of seeing it hanging in my wardrobe, let alone wearing it. I could hardly wait to go on that cruise just so that I could wear my petticoat! I'm now thinking about making one for my granddaughter. I should have made one for her when I made her tutu a couple of years ago instead of making 20 layers of tulle! lol My petticoat was made of a soft white cotton and it was also starched when ironed. If you sew it for a granddaughter, put a deep hem on it, and make buttons and buttonholes on the elastic for a little girl, so that it can then grow with her. :)

[@joliemadame7394]

Thank you for this video !!! I sew the Popover dress this week end ! Your new book is beautiful !

[@nvaranavage]

I absolutely love your books, was wondering if you were planning on publishing a book of only vintage blouses? There are so many awesome styles out there, but I would love to see some of those interesting ones, like the ones that only use one or two stitch seams and simple designs that you can vary the necklines. It would be interesting to see which ones you would choose.

[@chelseaf.3352]

I agree I would love this!

[@Tenareful]

I love how clean it is and I want to make a bunch on lots of fabrics

[@Tenareful]

I adore this pattern I really need to get that book

[@TwistedTalesStudios]

I bought the book recently and I plan on trying out this pattern on the weekend. I can't wait :D

[@MsPinkhare]

now that I understand the pivot part better I can't wait to make a 3rd dress { the first two came out fine just a smidge wonky in the neckline { no one but me sees the wonky }Thank you so much for such a great book

[@Jenjane55]

Thank you for the video. Great book!!

[@FootFrenzied]

You are stunning and rock that dress!

[@cartersanz8648]

Watching this video made me realize I didn’t really read the instructions lol. I still love how it turned out but I will be making another pop over dress the right way. Thanks for your awesome video.

[@beckysbeautifulmess]

sandra carter ugh me too!!! I totally measured up the pivot point 🤦🏻‍♀️😂

[@davidhutchison3343]

The bottom line is how well does the dress look, when worn. There's more than one way to sew a dress, just choose a method that works for you. For example, I have a serger, so tend to serge all my seams before I start to sew the garment, but sew it together with me sewing machine. My sewing buddy sews her garments together with the serger, cutting down the time it takes her to make a garment. We both end up with well finished garments, but sewn with a completely different technique. Happy sewing.

[@charlottesmith4850]

I'm getting your book. I want that dress.

[@MomShots]

I can’t wait to make this! I was thinking that maybe I’d understitch the neck facing too.

[@GertiesWorld]

You don’t need to understitch the facing because there are no seam allowances to understitch since it’s cut as one with the dress! :)

[@terrycolbert9229]

So pretty!

[@marisameans9859]

I love your videos...and you have lovely hands...

[@sonjabalster7168]

I love this Dress, i saw this video and bought your book... The stay tape in the link is sold out sadly, and i could not finde anything similar. So i bought some normal fusline and cut it , turned out not to be so good. The back i did without it looks the exakt same. So if it is anywhere to be found on the internet where i can buy the stay tape let me know😉. Im going to try more of the pretty dresses in your book soon😘. And would be happy if there would be sew alongs for more. Thank you... By the way the dress suits you so well!!

[@nadyazuranadya]

I just begin sewing after accidentally watching her. Gertie is really a great missionaries of sewing religion

[@anav2907]

I bought the pdf version of the book and the patterns need to be downloaded from the publishers website There’s no size of paper anywhere on the pattern. I’ve tried comparing it to a previous pattern from the books, but not sure how accurate that is If I print it in Australia, should I print size A0 paper at ‘fit to size’ or ‘100%’ Love the colors and the way pattern and most importantly the videos!

[@GertiesWorld]

I know, I’m sorry about that! I actually had no idea my publisher was releasing the patterns in a pdf format so I’ve been working with them to make it more user friendly. Here is what you need to do: 1. Open the link you receive. 2. Open the pattern page and save it to your computer as a pdf. (You will need the free software Acrobat Reader, which you need for any PDF patterns). 3. You can then print the file full size at a copy shop or online printing service like pdfplotting.com. Specifiy A0 sheets or 36" wide paper (the pattern pages are 27.2 x 38" for reference). It is 10 pages. Hope that helps!

[@MadebyaBEAutifulqueenBea]

Now I gotta get this book, because you showed how it can be done. (Note: I'm terrified of sewing apparel, but love to sew quilts) lol 💙🐝💙

[@davidhutchison3343]

Made by a BEAutiful queen-Bea I just got this book for Christmas, and love the fact that the first couple of dresses use no fastenings (no zippers or buttons) so are great for new sewers. Happy sewing

[@solangemanzor8670]

Hi Gertie! I am just wondering if you have a “Sew along” video for your B6380 dress? 😃 thank you so much! Loooove your work!

[@naughtybynature6213]

Love the sleeve just got my tat two months ago at 69 of an elephant and my better-half name getting ready for another.

[@highvibemysticallifestyle]

I wish there were plus size versions of these dresses.

[@davidhutchison3343]

Barbe Saint John same. My wife is an Aust size 26, so I'm going grade the largest pattern up a couple of sizes, and, using mock ups, make a larger pattern. I will let you know how it works out. What size are you looking for. Happy sewing.

[@Alcwathwen]

@@davidhutchison3343 How did it end up? As I am a size 26 myself, I am really curious how it worked out.

[@davidhutchison3343]

@@Alcwathwen It worked out fine. There's plenty of easy in the pattern, and it caters for a larger bust as well. I ended up doing one mockup, which fitted fine. As there's no zipper or button holes to do, the dress itself is easy to sew. I did lengthen the pattern, as my wife wanted a 50's style dress that went mid calf. This did use a lot more fabric, but was worth it.

[@misshunneebunnie]

Please tell us where the lace up belts are from in the beginning of the video, as the ones linked are different! Thank you for this video!

[@TwoSpaghettiMeals]

Thanks Gertie! I love the book, the video and the dress. I’ve made this dress to wear to my uni graduation tomorrow. I’m so excited to wear it! I’d like to make a version to wear to school (I’m a teacher at a catholic school). Any advice on how I can raise the neckline to make it catholic-school friendly without ruining the dress?

[@coralrose6506]

I have to try this dress

[@Purplemoonscape]

So awesome! I got the Kindle edition. What scale should I print the patterns out? Thanks

[@evelyn_r]

“Look how pretty my nails look with this fabric!” Lol whoops you got distracted but yes, yes they do look pretty 😂

[@ladykoiwolfe]

I totally relate.

[@lindagreco6709]

Hi. I made this dress and I like it but I have to much length in the back because I’m short waisted. Even though this dress is gathered with a belt you can tell there is too much length there. I don’t see a line in the pattern for shortening. Can I shorten the pattern by the waist? I would like to make the dress again in better fabric and do version with the elastic sheering at the waist but I’m worried it’ll be too long back there again. I haven’t been sewing for a long time, thanks in advance for any advice.😊

[@GertiesWorld]

Yes you can shorten at the waist or right above the waist. If you only have too much length in the back of the dress you may want to do a "sway back adjustment." If you google that term you'll see a couple nice ways to do a sway back adjustment to your pattern.

[@lindagreco6709]

@@GertiesWorld Ok, thank you!

[@manicdriveblue]

I ended up needing to use 4.5 yards of 45inch fabric for size 16. I hope the other dresses in the book have correct yardage listed

[@spitfire57whaley35]

I just looked at your book and I hope someday soon I will be a 16. I am about a 22 now

[@HeathersTreasures]

Just found your channel! I went to the pattern and it's out of stock. I hope you are getting more soon!

[@GertiesWorld]

While we're out out stock on the website you can purchase "Gertie Sews Jiffy Dresses" at any book retailer. :)

[@mariaforgione4926]

Thank you for this video. I love this fabric. Where can we purchase this fabric?

[@Tina-bh5bf]

I got a major question. I got everything I needed for this dress and I thought I ordered 4 yards of 45” fabric but it came as 44”. I can’t seem to figure out how to make this work to my advantage. Please help

[@felicityglenn3881]

That’s the same pattern that was used in “The Notebook” Allie had a red dress with the same pattern and I’ve been trying to find similar dresses or that pattern.

[@GertiesWorld]

I didn’t realize that! I’ll have to look it up!

[@felicityglenn3881]

@@GertiesWorld Yes the red dress you had at the very beginning of the video..

[@ajzaallison9910]

My pattern did not come with the 2 circles on main pieces for the pockets. What should I do?

[@pmg1180]

Like your both dresses. What’s called on the one you wear on?

[@GertiesWorld]

They are both the same pattern. The Popover dress.

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

My pattern piece for the popover dress does not have any markings for the pocket

[@mkumken]

How do I find my size, when it's not a fitted dress? Do I use the measurement om the bust, or will that be too tight since the dress is supose to be loose? And thank you for the amazing video.

[@GertiesWorld]

You will still want to use your bust measurement to chose your size.

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

Did you say anything about seem allowance?

[@leslieatcheson6154]

What is the dress you’re wearing at the end?! 😍😍😍

[@GertiesWorld]

The dress at the end is Butterick B6322 but it is out of print.

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

My pattern didn’t come with markings for the pattern for the pockets

[@sheilabernadetteclairemcin1107]

FABULOUS

[@sewcrazed6331]

What types of fabric do you recommend for this dress?

[@georgiatarifa3845]

I love the fabric of the tutorial! Does anyone know where I can find it?

[@Absintheskiss]

This looks fab. I have a very full bust though (G+ cup) so would it be a good idea to do a full bust adjustment? I suspect it would fit better for me that way.

[@katybird459]

HI Gertie, I just bought the popover dress book in ebook format, I can't figure out how to print the pattern as there is no scale key??? can you please help as I am keen to start

[@GertiesWorld]

Unfortunately I didn't approve the PDF version of the book. The Publisher just went and did it. So I have no idea if the patterns will print out to scale.

[@charlottesmith4850]

I love your book. What kind of paper are you using for tracing paper?

[@GertiesWorld]

A roll of art trace is an economical choice for tracing patterns. You can get it in different widths. www.amazon.com/PRO-ART-12-Inch-50-Yards-Tracing/dp/B000I5TNYG/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=art+trace+roll&qid=1611056465&sr=8-2

[@bethanieblakeborough3993]

Hi gertie I have made the dress but the top part of the pop over dress is a bit big how can I take it in thank you for a fantastic tutorial I love making this dress x

[@davidhutchison3343]

Bethanie Blakeborough 4 months late, but here's what I do to alter a bodice. If it's a couple of inches too large, resew with 1" seams instead of 5/8". Darts are also good for removing material from slightly too big bodices. Shoulder straps can be shorted my French seaming the shoulder seam. If the bust area is too big, a princess seam will remove fabric, but maintain the fabric needed to accommodate the bust. FYI I hire out costumes, so am always having to alter existing garments to fit the wearer. Happy sewing.

[@celestethompson4891]

Hi Gertie so there’s no need for darts as the belt cinches it in? I am really really struggling with darts on a top I’m Making with no pattern or reference

[@GertiesWorld]

You're correct that there are no darts on this pattern. That means there is a bit more bulk at the waist than a pattern with darts.

[@janep6455]

This book is beautiful and I was so excited to start actually sewing the popover dress together today, (my first attempt at actual clothing) but I have made an error already by buying an iron-on adhesive instead of fusible interfacing tape. I ironed it on to the neckline then realized it was not right. It has left a thick shiny film so I stopped right there, went to my craft store again but they they were out of stock of all interfacing. Im very new to this and am unsure if I can machine sew through it? or if when I do manage to get the correct stuff that it will iron on to the first product? I don't have enough fabric to cut a new piece. Any ideas or suggestions for this newbie sewer ?!!

[@LadyMissCoppertone]

Yes, you can sew through it. I would just finish the dress and don't worry about it.

[@flower-uw1hm]

Good tutorial But one thing on marking the fabric in visible ink for us to see on a video. I use childrens washable markers on all of my lighter coloured fabrics that I sew. Markings from childrens washable markers do not disappear and can be seen on video. The washable marker from Spotlight here in Australia - did not work at all when using it on fabric. Childrens washable markers are so cheap from Kmart and are available in fine tip or thicker tip. I use fine tip in my garment making.

[@deaunashauri-webb1593]

I'm a newbie and don't have a serger. How would you suggest I do the areas that are serged? Do I just sew a straight stitch? Thank you for the help!

[@denisetymensky8922]

Use pinking shears. Cheapest alternative. This can be done after sewing. If I am wrong someone can correct me.

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

My P turn didn’t come with dots for the pocket

[@jucintae6988]

at the end you are wearing a different dress. Did you make that one if so what one is it?

[@GertiesWorld]

That is Butterick 6322

[@elenaburner6425]

What places you recommend to get material, other than Joanns fabric? To many ads in FB, not sure if there scams...

[@GertiesWorld]

There are a lot of great fabric websites. Here area couple I can recommend. www.bandjfabrics.com/, moodfabrics.com, hartsfabrics.com, emmaonesock.com, gorgeousfabrics.com, fabric.com. There are more out there if you do a google search.

[@sameoldsonganddance]

Ohhh noooo I just bought the book and it only goes up to a size 16!!!!!! Helppppppp

[@landgreen4050]

I live in Japan. Where can I get your book?

[@bekki8336]

A birdy told me my husband was buying me the jiffy book for mothers day. There's a fabric sale on right now and I'd love to be all ready to sew when the book comes. How much fabric do I need for an au size 14?

[@josianemukasa3434]

I have just checked and the book is out of stock 😞.

[@GertiesWorld]

We don’t currently have it on the Charm site, but did you try Amazon?

[@josianemukasa3434]

@@GertiesWorld Thank you for quick reply I found it on Amazon :)

[@terryech9110]

Is the floral dress that you are wearing at the end of the video a pattern from one of your books or a single pattern somewhere?

[@GertiesWorld]

I'm wearing Butterick 6322 at the end of the video. It's out of print now but you might be able to pick it up on ebay or etsy.

[@terryech9110]

Gertie thanks, I was able to find it on Etsy!

[@cartersanz8648]

What nail color are you using?

[@GertiesWorld]

I’m not sure actually! It’s a gel polish from my local salon and they only have numbers, not names.

[@jangrosemartindale8740]

I'm wondering: why not make your own Bias Tape from the fabric, sew those on to armholes BEFORE stitching Side Seams together. Then, when you do sew the Side Seams, the armholes are faced-completed with the dress fabric with the self-made dress Bias Tape. PS: Ordered your book today on Amazon :-)

[@GertiesWorld]

I personally prefer putting any sort of sleeve facing on in the round. However you can use the technique you've described if you prefer it. :)

[@jangrosemartindale8740]

@@GertiesWorld Thank you. Your book arrived Saturday, I posted it on FB, & my hair stylist already wants to know all about you & your creations. Gotta edit the post so I point people to your site ;-)

[@vegaschick4eva590]

I’ve never seen this before. R U actually cutting the dresses main fabric when u r cutting the armhole ? -I just found your channel & subscribed 😄

[@charlottesmith4850]

Did you ever teach sewing? You remind me of my first year home ec teacher. I know, that dates me.

[@GertiesWorld]

Pre covid I had sewing retreats twice a year. Will do that again once it's safe to do so.

[@jomar9024]

I don't know how to sew I am interested in learning how to sew

[@rosslynnoziska4959]

Got my book yesterday two days before the new year and I found a bolt of muslin in my closet and I’m going to make a Muslim and one just to see how it goes can’t wait But the funny thing is I only had wrapping paper tissue paper so I use that to make my pattern it’s gonna be really really really flimsy but I think it’ll be OK I was in a hurry so to speak and that’s all I had to make the pattern with. However it was very very thin so I was able to see through text to Traecy ha ha Ha

[@karendevanney5595]

Loved your tutorial so much just bought the book online before i thought you are so slim look lovely in the dress but im not there is only about 2inch difference between my waist and hips at sizec28 in shop clothers i dont know if your patterns will be any good for my size do you have s tutorial of how to up size patterns please

[@davidhutchison3343]

karen devanney my wife is an Australian size 26, and has the same issue as you. There are many great videos on how to grade a pattern (change size) so I intend to make a plus size pattern, and also adding to the waist. The only issue I see is that 50's full skirted dresses tend to make the wearer look bigger, and not sure the style itself will work with my wife, but as the theme of our next party is the 50's, this is what we must do. I plan to do a couple of muslin mock ups to get the sizing right, and will let you know how I get on. Happy sewing.

[@christinee9043]

Where can I buy that pin wristband?

[@GertiesWorld]

It’s by Bohin!

[@carinaoliveira3381]

Olá boa noite. Parabéns pelo lindo trabalho! Como faz o seu alfineteiro? Adoro! Fala português? Beijinhos.

[@rodicafeier2278]

Magnifique !

[@kerim.peardon5551]

Man, I wish I wasn't so short-waisted; I would have one of those for every day of the week! Alas, I can't wear anything with a waist like that. Princess seams or empire waists are all I can do in dresses.

[@GertiesWorld]

It doesn’t actually have a waist so it may work for you! It’s a trapeze/tent shape that you belt. You could always cinch it at the empire line.

[@flower-uw1hm]

@@GertiesWorld Maybe you could show us in a video on how to cinch this nice easy dress at the empire line.

[@GertiesWorld]

flower just place the belt where you want it!

[@Katelouisehead]

I’m short waisted too and this is perfect on me!!

[@mycheapchiclife9150]

I am SUPER short waisted (sometimes I have to take 2inches from the length in the bodice instead of the standard 1 inch petite adjustment) and mine fits me quite well actually so it might work for you. I am 5’4” so otherwise not THAT petite but I did take about 1 inch off of the length.

[@helenaalicia6987]

I love this project and thanks for the tutorial for the great tips. I am thrilled that I got the book from Amazon 2 days after ordering it. But FYI for beginners. It is not a 2 hour project. First, don't forget that you have to wash/dry your fabric (most of which is hung dry) . You have to also factor in the time to trace the pattern onto your own desired tracing paper; then cut your fabric (both tracing and cutting can take up to 3 or 4 hours depending on your chosen fabric) ; Then serge or overlock the raw edges; cut out and iron on the interfacing; THEN you can sew the entire thing in a short time.. Oh wait. Did you want to do the shirring option? Then add more time. This is a weekend project, meaning you won't be doing anything else but this. But It is still fun! Just not done in 2 hours.

[@GertiesWorld]

Glad you enjoyed it! Everyone sews at different paces and skill levels, but I think a whole weekend would be a lot for this project. And yes, the shirring would be more time but this video doesn’t refer to that version. :) In any case, I always say enjoying the process is more important than sewing as fast as possible. Happy dressmaking!

[@helenaalicia6987]

@@GertiesWorld Thank you for all of this. You have inspired me and so many others. Do you think that you could do a Part 3 for shirring this dress? I would love to see how you do it. - visual learner here.

[@davidhutchison3343]

I agree. The SECOND dress could be sewn in 2 hours as you already have the pattern traced and cut out, and experience of how the pieces go together. The first dress always takes longer. Happy sewing.

[@ladykoiwolfe]

Mom and I really enjoy watching you eew, but I'm sitting here listening to my mom's commentary. She's wondering why you did the armholes After sewing the side seems. She says the armholes and even sleeves are much easier if you attach the sleeve and the sew up the sleeve and down the side. She always starts at the top of the shoulder when pinning.

[@GertiesWorld]

Sewing sleeves in the round wear better over time. However you can always sew them in flat if you find this to be easier.

[@mobranch3678]

Did she just say her own pattern is a bit confusing?

[@GertiesWorld]

Spending a lot of time listening to feedback on my work on social media gives me a sense of what people need help with! So I created this video to make things easier for people. And yes sometimes people find things confusing. That’s why we have videos! Did you have any other questions I can help you with? Have a nice day!

[@johnaschneider6614]

The patterns in her books, and this book and this pattern in particular, are geared toward absolute beginners. I am not a beginner and I didn't have trouble with the book pattern. I can imagine a beginner might be confused and might need more explanation. A video demonstration is incredibly useful in explaining new techniques. If you don't like it, or her, or whatever your issue is, turn the video off.

[@mobranch3678]

@@johnaschneider6614 Where did you read that I didn't like it? If SHE'S saying bits are confusing I know I'M going to find it confusing....please dont try starting trouble or being condescending. Her channel is not the place for your issues.

[@johnaschneider6614]

@@mobranch3678 I'm not trying to start anything. Your comment came off as very condescending. I apologise if you didn't mean it that way, but from the way that she responded and the way that others responded, I don't think I'm alone in thinking that. She said that they might be confusing for several reasons. Written sewing patterns are an attempt to describe a three dimensional process in words. It's not possible to do this in a way that everyone who reads it will understand right away. This is why she's making videos. Additionally, she's aiming this book and these patterns at complete beginners while still making them worthwhile for more experienced sewers to use. A complete beginner might very well be confused by the cut on facings and pocket construction on this dress, even after having read the book. Many beginners take classes to learn to sew. The videos are to help lessen beginner confusion. I'm sure you'll be just fine when trying the pattern. Learning to sew is about being confused and learning from it. It's not a bad thing.

[@GertiesWorld]

Mo Branch hopefully you also heard the part where I say I’m going to show you a really simple way to do the potentially confusing part so it’s super easy even for beginners :)