How-to Sew a Prom Dress | Thrifted Transformations Ep. 26

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I challenged myself to make a prom dress from two dresses from the thrift store! I hope you enjoyed this episode and don't forget to show your support by hitting the like button and subscribing to my channel :)
The sewing machines I use:
Serger - Juki mo-1000
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Sewing machine - Juki HZL-G Series
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[@AiyaaaJenny]

Your $27 prom dress was way more prettier than my $100 prom dress when I was in high school! I love it! xD

[@coolirpa]

+Jenny Feng Thank you! haha! :D

[@teresadolan6507]

+Brooklynne Williams hand sewing would take forever and it wouldn't look as goid

[@meganhsieh5450]

The clothes were pretty before but the aftermath dress is BEAUTIFUL. Honestly you are getting better at you thrift transformation.

[@Gorkha_plant]

subbed after watching one video. I know I will never touch a sewing needle in my life.but I do love your creativity.

[@katyafarber3357]

same

[@lastyearsromance]

Same.

[@fionacostigan3881]

same

[@fijbcdhhnkkjjjj]

Same seriously tho

[@nonsystem]

same

[@Aaaaa-il4yi]

She turned two dresses and made an expensive looking dress .-. Damn sewing and transformation goals

[@Aaaaa-il4yi]

***** Yup!

[@brookesilverstein9682]

@firestar omg your profile pic is on my iphone's lock screen!!!

[@lilacwitch69]

and now its yoosung xD the MC's are everywhere hehehe.

[@katymorales5255]

Lucia D la que mi jki Mmujiylooiiololii.

[@emanon-]

This dress would retail about 300 dollars if it was sold in stores but amazingly it was made under 50. Nice job and I inspire to make a piece like this for my prom :)

[@igneousmoon]

well, it's only done for under 50 if she doesn't value the time that went into it

[@user-ot9mz1zu8d]

Tanaka And the machines she used 🙂

[@angelicaf2362]

Tanaka and the brainstorming

[@sheenasaucelo2574]

rhouziel fadil he Eomma Jin

[@bouchrakebour2629]

and she had a lot of fun making it :)

[@vmartell22]

Someone give this girl a tv show on tlc

[@revlonbarbie31]

pretty much

[@damariscollazo5340]

yess! I would watch

[@coconutlove1601]

Yes give her a Telly show

[@snudder.s.m.l.5026]

👍

[@kimberlylemos5468]

Yes!!! I totally support that

[@paulamariafrade]

Why aren't you a big star fashion designer? ???😍

[@cartoonfreak9635]

paula frade Yes why isn’t she

[@Neliel97]

This was the first ever video from coolirpa that I watched! It's funny bc back then I didn't understand a thing about what she was talking about, but today, 5 months after buying my sewing machine, I understood it all! yay progress is fun

[@bekahd5142]

you should open a shop and have others work there to help you, and people could bring their own things in and the idea of how they want it, you could charge them depending on how many things you're transforming. You're really good at this, i seriously think you could make a living out of this plus the videos to do it.

[@Kt-cn2rq]

Chopped Wombat true if i could do what she does i would alot easier than selling food from home.

[@deborahmoran3263]

what would you be prepared to pay though?

[@miami6566]

Deborah Moran People would love the idea of finding a item that could BE perfect but needs some adjustments or having a dress in mind you really want but can't find it or never having to throw anything away just turn it into something else, or something that has a specific sentimental value to you but is too small or out of style or for whatever reason, there are SO many advantages to this, if you bring her the materials then you only pay for her work so personally i would be willing to spend 40 dollars and up till say 80 depending on the things i need

[@swampmop]

Amanda Peck think of how many hours she spends working in these projects tho. it's so time consuming, if you wanted something like the dress here i imagine it would take more than 2 days. $80 wouldn't be worth opening a shop. i like the idea but it just doesn't seem reasonable

[@deborahmoran3263]

I agree. She is better off teaching others by showing what she does. Just one point of construction criticism - some of her techniques are a little "home made" looking. She would do well to sharpen up on some sewing skills. All designers that sew know that after the sewing machine - the iron is the most important thing - so ironing seams after you've sewn them gives that professional look. Then getting a little clued up on proper ways to insert zips and finish off seams & hems; know how to cut using straight grains in the material; and even overcoming fitting problems. Then a TV producer might consider a TV show.

[@LuverH]

DAMN! I'd pay her to make my prom dress. lol

[@ChansChans456]

me too(≧∇≦)

[@procrasTINAtionpanda]

ikr XD

[@mikkijames9404]

I would too tbh

[@sylvanaleijten844]

Hannah Bae haha me2

[@sasukefroupie]

It doesn't matter how good my hemming and stitching is I can't ever look at an already made article of clothing and decide to make AMAZING pieces like she does. I lack the eye for it and the creativity but I do enjoy watching these episodes!

[@g0rewh0re7]

It's all in practice! You might not be born with certain talents, but keep up! I suck at clothes for my characters - but using references is really useful! Look at magazines and models and everything you can.

[@bluemonarch9346]

If she can do this with a prom dress, imagine how gorgeous her wedding dress will look in the future 😉

[@bananacustard9920]

Blue Monarch we will soon see it for ourselves

[@cheekypiper512]

She eloped and made her wedding dress. It was stunning.

[@CourtneyRandall]

YOU LITERALLY SLAY THE GAME. THUMBS UP IF YOU WANT APRIL TO MAKE YOUR WARDROBE

[@hazelc5119]

+Courtney Randall I would pay her a million bucks to make everything i wear

[@coolirpa]

+Courtney Randall AWW LOVE YOU COURTNEY ^_____^

[@coolirpa]

Thank you all so much for the continuous love and support! It means so much to me! Like I mentioned in the video, i'm thinking about doing technical sewing tutorials (or a Q&A) after each Thrifted Transformations. So if theres something you want to learn, please comment down below so I can make a follow up video :)

[@pratimasarraf5396]

awesome

[@SamanthaDo]

+coolirpa Some video ideas--> Maybe a video about draping or an updated sweetheart neckline tutorial? I love your channel :)

[@MainMads]

+coolirpa How to fit things to your body without a body form?

[@MainMads]

+coolirpa How to sew with velvet!? Help! I'm sew ;) scared of it!

[@hanalozano2210]

how to do ruffles and also how to make ur own pattern.😗love ur vids!

[@PlayLyss]

I agree with everyone in the comments. You need a TV show. I would watch every episode. You are incredibly talented. You should run a thrifting business where people bring you two dresses and you mix them together for them. It would be a great business. Great job!

[@vackradelfin]

You can never say you have nothing to wear 😂

[@heyslutface]

so true!

[@bannaboo27]

+heyslutface very interesting name lol

[@KatieCat]

Steena if she gets to that point she can just transform one of her old dresses lol

[@DeterminedDIYer]

Wow! That is gorgeous! You should make a clutch with the left over fabric to match!

[@coolirpa]

+Elizabeth Ann thats a great idea!! :D

[@ishanisinharoy4681]

+coolirpa Do show us the clutch tòo😊!!

[@TH-mu5yn]

+coolirpa im new in your channel and you are so talented

[@LiR95]

This dress is beautiful! You should totally do a giveaway for one of your thrifted transformations! Like maybe a one of a kind prom dress or something. I'm not in high school anymore, but it would be a great giveaway for a young girl that may not have the money to pay for an expensive dress. :)

[@Biedronecqa]

the measurements are made to fit her, they're not likely to fit lots of other people.

[@LiR95]

+Sophiesticated True, but maybe she could pick a winner and then get their measurements to do a custom piece? That way it would be open for everyone. This is just a suggestion though, it may be hard to actually do.

[@theeluannesantos]

+Liyah Richmond I think that's a great idea. Even if someone had to pay for the dresses $27 is very good for a prom dress. (Or any other outfit she makes)

[@alicekeeble3694]

so therapeutic and satisfying to watch you seam rip, anyone else?✨

[@owellhoot]

🙌me!

[@freyakemp2822]

Sean ripping is so frustrating for me. It just just takes so long!!

[@ConstantlyRepeatingMyself]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@aigoocentric2739]

I recommend listening to music or a podcast while you work. :)

[@shadeofgreene]

This is the kind of shit that fucks me up at night. It's not life choices, it's how the hell does this girl live her life and how can I live it up like her.

[@ThatOneLaoGirl]

I honestly look forward to your videos like a new episode of a tv show. Feel like Im watching project runway!

[@coolirpa]

I posted the follow up tutorial on how to sew an invisible zipper! Watch here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iaDVh2WLocmJjZI

[@beeeeckyy]

Hello! I am just curious if the mannequin you use is in your size? or if you just use your own body when figuring out if it fits you? haha

[@karengiles5971]

+Becky Ann She had mentioned in a previous episode that the mannequin wasn't her size.

[@beeeeckyy]

+Karen Giles lol i just started watching her videos the day I wrote this so I haven't watched them all. but I'm sure I'll find it, thanks!

[@karengiles5971]

+Becky Ann I came across her site just yesterday and watched all her transformation videos today. I believe it was episode 24 with the black dress that had the sheer bottom where she mentioned it. I hope you enjoyed the rest of her videos as I did.

[@Kmar26]

Hey!! Would you ever consider taking orders?? What area do you live in?

[@emilycaitlynn2471]

My mother sews. Unfortunately I've never really learned because she's never had a really good sewing machine. But I'm thankful to have her hem things for me when needed haha. When I got my prom dress she hemmed it and also made it a tighter fit for me. But to be able to take things and transform them like you do, it's so amazing. I've been binge watching your videos all night.

[@chloetamana]

I watch all of your videos then at the end, stil wonder how you do it 😂😍😭😍😭😍❤❤

[@chloetamana]

think I need like a dumbed down version of your videos 😂

[@VRaspberry]

Oh gosh, me too!!! Hahaha

[@kit0825]

Lol same, I think it might be because I don't know anything about sewing tho. XD

[@MB-jr9vx]

Same! And that makes me feel dumb

[@junepassingthrouthegate8810]

I get lost constantly in her instructions. Lol :'|

[@orangeystrawberry]

Holy moly! I also don't sow but you're so talented and your transformations are so stunning that I come back to watch all your videos anyway. This dress is so beautiful!!!

[@judychapman1868]

You just keep getting better and better!!!! What talent!!!!

[@lulum1172]

She deserves over 1 million subscribers She's beautiful talented she seems like a nice person beautiful- oh wit i already said that awesome i actually pause her vids hard worker puts effort and love into her creations creative i loooooove her so much

[@TheNaomiii1996]

Why don't you try to get on project runway or shows like that? you would be great!

[@gabbyg.3653]

yasssss

[@sammisquigellz]

That's exactly what I was just thinking!

[@ThriftDrifter]

Wow, April!!!! You've really outdone yourself this time!!!! So beautiful! Bravo! 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@metrazeltina2708]

The final dress looks like worth at least 300 bucks , really really good job ! I love it !

[@DoctorWhovian101]

Fuck this is gorgeous. It looks like it could be a wedding dress

[@LonyeaMaiden]

This show series needs to be on TLC as a regular series!!!! Or DIY network!

[@danielamari2818]

Your channel is insane! The talent and work put into every piece really shows.

[@FeliciaSC]

This is more than perfect! Oh my god. It looks professionally made!!!! I would have believed that you bought it from a store if you said so

[@eileenwilliams1065]

I know I'll never ever be able to make this but DANG are they cool to watch!!!!

[@laurenjcoates]

Out of curiosity, what do you do with all of the designs once you've finished them? You should sell the ones you don't want to keep!

[@mariar.4893]

Lauren Coates that would be cool but she makes them custom to fit her

[@joannamariakuchta]

wow ur soo talented!!!

[@liwiagajek]

I see you all over Instagram and depot haha x

[@KikiContrerasNyu]

This is by far your best transformation! That's impressive, well done!

[@lb_6248]

This girl is incredible. Been binge watching her videos for hours haha. She should have a TV show or a shop ❤

[@1029292]

I can only imagine the pain of all those hours working on that dress😖...It came out so pretty tough!👍

[@junepassingthrouthegate8810]

Perla CA Well, she has fun working so hard. I can't even hand sew well. It's pretty sad.

[@kailapowell4884]

WHATTTTT THE HECK... your fricken ..... a geniouse im blown away by your skill and talent. im so amazed

[@yamfriedman5357]

Ur amazing the whole video I was just like " how the heck is she doing that" I wouldn't be able to get through the first part ur freaking talented

[@bettylishous]

The way you just start cutting with such confidence and no pattern pieces always astounds me. I wonder if there are very many people in the world who could do that. It is so fun to watch someone with so much talent. Thanks for letting us see.

[@Bestarstruck]

Have you ever tried using a basting stitch to gather fabrics like chiffon or lace? You just use you machine and make a temporary wide stitch across the line and then pull the string to tighten the fabric to the desired length, then use your hands to distribute the peaked and valleys as you want them. It's much easier than gathering and pinning. Learned that trick from Anika and thought about her technique here!

[@Bestarstruck]

Lol nvm, you literally did this right after I posted that comment. 👍

[@starrypinoy]

Teach us how to make hidden pockets for our dresses please!!

[@kayybay007]

The technical and/or Q&A would be really great!

[@yeeyee2897]

Both you and Annika inspire me to sew so much! I recently found a sewing machine in my parents' closet and hope to start learning ^^

[@kathrynmcclatchy]

Brilliant!! I made most of my clothes through high school and college, but I never would have thought about doing something like this. You are one smart and talented young woman! The dress is gorgeous. I hope you had a great time at the dance.

[@hazelc5119]

When I discovered your channel, i watched all 24 thrifted transformations in a row. You can call me obsessed ;)

[@coolirpa]

+Hazel C omg lol! thank you so much!

[@hazelc5119]

+coolirpa omg can i hug you? you just responded to me omgee!!! ily so much im crying rn

[@halleelu]

Seriously, you are SO SO talented! This has to be one of my favorites so far!!

[@bestofbella14]

I just watched like 3 of your thrifted videos and I'm in love! I subbed right away!! 💞

[@rebeccat7511]

I literally just did the same thing

[@diptat6096]

I just did the same thing too! 😂

[@despaw5606]

I only watched two n I already sub. She's amazing ❤️😱😲😮❤️I love her designs

[@LizzerzWasX]

You make this look so easy!!! I know it can't be a simple as it seems.. not only the physical sewing, but having an eye for your materials, coming up with the design, and having the patience?! Girl good job. Much respect.

[@torresgarcial]

This is by far my favorite video of yours. The dress is absolutely GORGEOUS! I wish I was that talented.

[@bellacapulet1933]

I hope you own your own clothing line, if not, do it now. You have the most amazing skills!!!!

[@AskLaftanAnlamaz19]

People like you deserve to get recognition for what you do.. You're one in a million amazing at it.. Love all your work..

[@jenocean824]

So how are you not in L.A. doing this as a designer? You are so talented!!!!

[@quanyin2123]

amazing! you would be a great fashion designer!

[@gennesiededios1507]

I agree

[@Cat-hf5jy]

omg!!!! that was so pretty!!!!!!!! U should like start a store!!! Some people would really love to buy your clothes!!!!!

[@aok2meproductions194]

i second that🙋🙋🙋

[@iimGEORGEUS]

I can't imagine how long this takes, my patience goes out the Window when ever I try sewing and stuff zzzzz your so goals!!!!

[@lliancy7369]

Youre inspiring me so much to pursue my dreams of one day becoming a designer. And I thank you for that. 😊❤

[@danion1588]

Beautiful job, you always inspire me. I don't know how much use I would get from the technical videos, just because I am a seamstress, but I think the idea is brilliant and would be super helpful to those not as well versed.

[@SierraRicketson]

You need to go on project runway!

[@kuraqueen6593]

That would be fantastic if she did. She is so creative.

[@yusrahb.kaudeer4562]

I thought so as well

[@eileenbvanmerk2700]

the only people who disliked this video are the ones who tried to do what you did but failed. You're epic!!

[@josiethomas7564]

This is and always will be my favorite episode of thrifted transformations.

[@Mykasan]

it was a complicated tutorial but the results were gorgeous!

[@MsMzphit]

I would be extremely interested in a detailed technique video series.

[@sylviamackenzie7789]

When I watch her, I can’t wait to the end result of what she was making or sawing, it always nice and beautiful.

[@VictoriaKempPhotos]

You are super talented. I have been sewing for 50+ years and have never tried that. I am impressed.

[@Blushbaby12]

This is sooo beautiful like can you please make me my prom dress bc there is no way I'd be able to create a dress that gorgeous

[@Kae.the.Selkie]

I would love in depth sewing tutorials!

[@laurahorn9285]

You take the phrase 'create your own style' to a WHOLE new level

[@patrice3603]

You are a very talented young lady! Your creations are absolutely amazing. I am enjoying your videos very much, thank you for sharing them.

[@tiaraashley1]

When you know you don't have the skills to ever actually accomplish this but it's fun to watch anyway and April has a soothing voice

[@rebeccalin9052]

lol same

[@kokocrunchish]

damn how cool would it be to have you as a sister! Id have new clothes almost everyday haha

[@ProfessorSassypants]

You make this look so easy! I'm addicted to these vids

[@tf5885]

you were born to do this. Beautiful job, God keep blessing you!

[@carolshuturan3071]

I would love to see a video on how you sewed the zipper into this dress!

[@mrknt2929]

you are forever my favorite sewing channel--like youre so appealing to my 5 senses pls dont lose your creativity i love u

[@kyleyana4462]

I'm a guy but I'm fascinated with transformations and such. and your videos catched my attention. 👍👍👍👍

[@minjaehan6831]

she literally had a one of a kind prom dress which is every girls dream!!!! So talented and awesome

[@joannahosking1135]

I love this dress you have made! I would love it if you could make a video of how you sew and hem chiffon :)

[@iLOVEpicklesBRO28]

That's so impressive it's almost offensive I'm fairly sure clothesmakers wouldn't know where to start with that

[@karissaanne4913]

I love how this dress turned out! It's so beautiful and unique.

[@Jewlelil]

These transformations are truly mesmerizing to watch.. I wish I had your talent!! Beautiful work!

[@cupricks]

so gorgeous!!! love this transformation

[@florallucy2053]

Just discovered your channel and it is literally the channel of my dreams! X

[@suecox2308]

Beautiful! It's a pleasure to watch someone with such skill and good ideas.

[@dalenanguyen8589]

Hi April! I've been watching so much of your video for stress relief. I love everything about you. Your talents and great creativity of great work is very much inspired! Also, I love your make up very much!! May you have great health always and happy all the time dearest April. From Buffalo, New York.

[@SerenaHSerena77Elvis2]

This reminded me of another Thrifted prom dress from the movie Pretty in Pink

[@xiopaovid1215]

Serena H Yes! Andie's dress was the best one from everyone else's❤️👌🏼💃🏼👗

[@anitanewton4419]

Why the hell does she have only 400k subscribers and not 5 million?

[@stewarthorspool704]

I Don't get it either 😶💭💭💭

[@siannaperez4186]

I love how she just sits in her sweatpants and sews. So real

[@mariakochevar3246]

i am absolutely amazed at the transformations you are able to pull off i love watching your channel

[@AlaePulli]

Are you a magician? :D absolutely loved how the new dress turned out!! ♡

[@raigenhuss7030]

Have you ever thought about going starting a clothing designing business?

[@stephaniemineros745]

That's what I was thinking

[@Rowgasmic]

So good! I can't stop watching these transformations!

[@rositasierra5935]

This looks so amazing!! Yes definitely would love a questions and answers as there are some steps that my head can't quite get around. Love all your creations, you are so talented. Thanks for sharingwith us! 💕

[@debbie12346]

Make the technical sewing tutorials :) Love your videos!

[@HeddaJAndersen]

You are crazy talented! Your creations are incredible 😍 feeling very inspired

[@sandyhennen8705]

You are a talented inspiration Sunshine! Keep them coming!!! Love your creativity and have learned so much from you. Just learning as I go with my sewing projects for cosplay dress up and everyday wear.

[@mathilde5682]

I already can sew, but I never transformed old clothes, so this helps me a lot and wakes my interest in doing so. As you said in the video, you'd make stitching tutorials, I really could use them as well. So yeah, I love your channel a lot and please keep going with the amazing work.