DIY pinafore dress | *detachable bib* | NO PATTERN, beginner sewing tutorial | cottagecore / vintage

[@enchantedocelotgaming7520]

Why do you say wrong sides together? Isn't it right sides together if you are flipping it?

[@gwenheng]

Ooo which point of the video is it? Could you let me know the timestamp?

[@enchantedocelotgaming7520]

@@gwenheng around 6:40, you say it another time too, when sewing the straps together

[@gwenheng]

@@enchantedocelotgaming7520 Oh DANGGGGGG you're absolutely right. It's supposed to be RIGHT SIDES together because we flip it out. Thank you for flagging it!!! Pinning your comment so people will see it too xxx 💗

[@glorianaberry3623]

My 92 year old Grandmother just gifted me her fabric stash (which she's been saving since the 50's!) and amid all the scraps I found an unfinished midi skirt. She had already made the waistband, hemmed it, and added both a zipper and pockets, so all I have to do is sew the waistband on. Watching this tutorial gave me the idea to turn it into a pinafore dress too! She had quite a bit of the same fabric left over, so I'll be able to make it out of the same material :) I can't wait to show her the finished product!

[@Zenithyt-n3k]

This is such a good tutorial! Your explanation of the measurements is great and allows us to recreate it for our own bodies. Thank you!!

[@gwenheng]

Thank you for your comment, Jamie! 💖 Honestly, I still find it hard to explain sewing things so I'm really happy to hear this :))

[@29jgirl92]

The detachable bib is such a cool idea!

[@locelesteriddell8688]

I love the way you explain things!!! This is such a thoroughly helpful tutorial!!

[@gwenheng]

Thank youuuuu~~~~ this comment means so much to me! Sometimes I wonder if I am spending too much time trying to make my explanations better. Thank you for letting me know it's worth it! xx

[@kotiffy]

😍 the pinafore goes sooo well with your blouse!

[@gwenheng]

Hehe thank you!!! I had a hard time deciding if I wanted the collars in front or behind the bib if you know what I mean... so excited about how my AW capsule is coming along! So glad you are here on this journey with me 💖💖💖🥰🥰🥰

[@alexebereonwu158]

Very clear and precise tutorial. Thank you Gwen!

[@gwenheng]

You’re so welcome! 💗💗💗

[@corienineboom]

This is THE cutest thing, you are so talented!! I’ve been dying to sew my own dresses, but I have literally never operated a sewing machine correctly, have no knowledge on patterns or stitches or any of this. I hope I can tackle this one day! ❤️

[@gwenheng]

You can!! I believe in you!!! Looking forward to seeing your version one day 🥰🥰🥰

[@ZHasham]

Loved this! And all the extra suggestions and thrift suggestion. Look forward to seeing more videos

[@gwenheng]

Yay! Thank you Zohra! 💞 I really appreciate you taking the time to leave a comment and let me know what you enjoyed. This helps me to know what the viewers want! xx

[@ZHasham]

No problem wishing you all the best and excited to see future videos!

[@adailydaughter6196]

Love this. Clever, and fun - both dress and presenter. 😃👍✨ New Subbie 😁

[@gwenheng]

Awww hiiii so happy to have you here!!! 💗😍💗

[@MrsNarrator]

I love this!! Could you maybe do a video on using the buttonhole foot? 💕

[@gwenheng]

Hi Katy, I'm so glad you like this video. ☺That's a great idea, I'll add that to the list!

[@lc7894]

Thank you so much for your tutorial! I had some troubles with the button holes but in the end you don't see them fortunately ! I absolutely adore my first pinafore dress and the fact that it is detachable is just extra :))

[@gwenheng]

Yay!!! So happy to hear that it all worked out for you!

[@Casey-ip7ug]

I like the cat shape pocket idea. I also love how you talk about modifications that can be made, its inspiring. I've seen someone with a tip about snap on. They put chalk on the protruding ends and squished it on the other fabric. Basically what you did but used chalk to make the dent more visible.

[@gwenheng]

That’s such a great idea! Thank you for sharing. Yep, so many ideas, so little time 🥹

[@cinchan3172]

Really great options, love ur vibe. Keep on goin. Def goin to make this bib for my little angel and myself. ❤️

[@gwenheng]

Aww yay! 💓 Hope your pinafore turned out great!! xx

[@pennybean6851]

New Subscriber! So happy I stumbled across your channel! My daughter has fallen in love with pinafore dresses and I knew they couldn't be THAT difficult. Your tutorial is super informative and easy to follow.

[@gwenheng]

Hi Penny!!! Welcome!! So glad you found me 😊💕 Have you tried making the pinafore yet? :D

[@acaseofemptiness]

This is literally perfect for the asuka/rei schooluniform cosplay im planning to make for me and my friend !!! I already have the pattern for the skirt but was unsure of the pinafore part. Thnk you :D

[@gwenheng]

Yay! 💖🥰

[@rachaelmt2984]

Thank you for sharing Super cute

[@dDoven-gl4uf]

I will try this this week

[@gwenheng]

Let me know how it goes!! xx

[@graceaguyo6046]

❤❤❤ thank you

[@ivastaykova1602]

Wow, that's a fantastic tutorial and you explained everything so clearly! I just have one question and that's would it be possible to make the detachable bib for a full circle skirt? I don't see why it wouldn't but I figured there is no harm in asking.

[@gwenheng]

You can add this detachable pinafore to anything!! Even shorts!!! As long as they have a side zipper so this same pinafore bib design will still work. And if your bottom (skirt/pants/shorts) isn’t high-waisted then the measurements have to be taken accordingly from the waist ✨✨✨

[@Rox-in5pu]

GWEN THIS WAS SO GOOD🎉🎉🎉🎉 Thank you im going to make one. Do you have any advice for working with really this fabric? I want to make a heavy woolen skirt

[@gwenheng]

Thank you!! 😚 Hmm I’ve never made one in heavy wool but from what I know, I think the important thing would be to really let the skirt hang and the bias fall, then trim and even out the hem. Good luck with making one!! Can’t wait to see your version 💗

[@nmihalik]

I love this pinafore but I also simply adore your blouse! I’ve been trying to find steps for something just like that. Did you make it?

[@gwenheng]

Yes I made the blouse! 🥰 I drafted the pattern but the design is based on a vintage pattern. Here’s my sewing process: kzbin.info/www/bejne/oWLRlpWbarSea5o Hope it’s helpful!!

[@nmihalik]

@@gwenheng oh my goodness, you did, thank you! I just drafted my first fitted bodice and now I’m going to tackle this cutie patootie :)

[@ultimaidyt]

This is so helpful! I’m a beginner sewer making a pinafore dress for a costume and this is going to be so helpful. One question; I want to add buttons to the middle of my bib so it buttons up in the front. How would I go about measuring to allow for that? Great video, I can’t wait to watch what else you have!! :-)

[@gwenheng]

Yay! Well it depends on whether you want functional buttons or just the ~look~ of buttons in the middle?? If you want functional buttons, then you'll have to split the square in the middle, then add some allowance next to it for the buttons. Kinda like how the fabric overlaps in the middle of a button-front shirt! x

[@melodysafo5437]

How do I make the skirt shorter

[@gwenheng]

Great question! If you are thinking about making the half circle skirt like the one featured in this video, check out my earlier *half circle skirt sewing tutorial* : kzbin.info/www/bejne/rom7Z3yAr72Mos0. There's a part where I talk about taking measurements of your body to decide the *skirt length* . Use a *_shorter skirt length_* if you want the skirt shorter! Hope this helps! ☺

[@FranciscaPires]

i would rather use hooks and eyes to attach the bib to the skirt because i've always have issues with opening snaps without damaging the fabric unless it's a super heavy fabric

[@gwenheng]

That’s definitely another option! Personally, I have sewn snaps on fabrics without much damage to the fabric. Some vintage designs I’ve worked with even have side snap closures rather than side zippers! I just love snaps 😁😄

[@afsawafsaw1715]

Which fabric are you using?

[@gwenheng]

I used a thrifted bedsheet. So it’s kind of like a polycotton poplin fabric.

[@sherryhannah498]

I hope y'all will reply to this I hope I not being rude but I thought pinafore dresses were strictly for little girls

[@simonecarvallhoartes2614]

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