I Made a Modern Medieval Dress! (and it made me feel like the main character)

[@CatsCostumery]

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[@RestingBitchface7]

I don’t know how I missed this video, but I love this design. Thank you!

[@MartinSchnak]

cat how much meter did you use for the kirtle when you had the full skirt With all the pins/needles ? thanks for answering greetings

[@kittenmacdonald1242]

The mocking up process is most DEFINITELY extremely, very helpful to me. Watching others problem-solve their own fit issues in "real-time" gives me a wealth of information (techniques and tips) for how to address and solve my own fit issues, even when those fit issues are different. Thanks for sharing your process with us. :)

[@New_Wave_Nancy]

I came to the comments to pretty much say this. I'm still a newbie with garment construction and I love seeing your process.

[@cynthiadugan858]

Agree!

[@roadrunnercrazy]

Yes! Watching you work wiith your mock up is so helpful!

[@HandyHelons]

I was going to say the same thing too. Mock up footage is ever so helpful :)

[@x1435]

+1

[@anagromydal]

The mockup stages are very very interesting... please don't omit them, It helps me so much to see what decisions others make based on the issues they see.

[@planningtolive_thebestlife453]

I vote yes for mock-up stages! To me that’s where I learn the most. I’m pretty much the exact person this video was intended for. No dress form. No machine. I loved learning this new drafting technique!!!

[@abrielletatro5930]

The mock-up process was extremely helpful and I’m going to try doing it that way. As a plus sized person who loves historic clothing I will be using this technique. Thank you.

[@whitalleys5893]

This is why I started saving all my old worn out bedsheets. They make wonderful mock up material!

[@Diniecita]

I actually bought a box of old linens at a garage sale. Huge box for $5. It had about 10-15 pieces so, Im still using it for mock-ups and I don’t feel bad tossing them after.

[@kekjo611]

I am currently sewing my summer wardrobe and I think this might be going on the list. That color of linen is gorgeous on you, btw.

[@loverizzato9081]

"Must have the pocketses!" Love it.

[@florenna]

They are definitely not period-accurate, if that's a concern ;) Plus I hate pockets in clothes anyway...

[@ladytaliastorm8882]

The dress turned out beautiful and then you pair it with that cloak.... perfection! Please continue with the mock ups, its a great reminder. I also feel it is important for the new sewists that find your channel. I love you videos and that green linen is wonderful!

[@bonniehyden962]

Dear Cat, I think this is the most comfortable I've ever seen you on camera...and I love it! I felt like I was sitting right there with you: two friends just chatting about a project. I almost felt I wanted to ask if I could assist you with marking your first mock up! lol "Here, let me do that for you...." This is a beautiful dress and methinks I see one in my future, as well! Thank you for this.

[@marthabenner6528]

Oh my gosh. Me to. It almost feels like we're good friends.

[@x1435]

+1

[@strawycape9693]

Sewing a loop before washing?!?! where has this tip been for my sewing journey so far?

[@bunhelsingslegacy3549]

10/10, would recommend.... just have to figure out how to do it with bedsheets without a lot of unpicking!!!

[@marthabenner6528]

I immediately told my dad about that tip. And yes, I walk my dad through all my projects step by step. He has a very rounded education, when he was a kid, the clothes were still bought at a tailor. He's old enough to be my grandfather respectably.

[@suev4143]

Glad you like how it turned out.

[@etainne2001]

i am so glad you showed us to draft mock-ups on our own persons. I have been at the "him and haw" stage for both the L bra and a kirtle for weeks. I do not have a dress form, I dont have more than 3 sq ft of clear space in my apartment (except my bed, which i often make do into my cutting area) so this video is really helpful. We all need shirts that say 'I need more linen.'

[@marthabenner6528]

If you're in America, I just discovered that Burnley & Trowbridge fair prices for their very good quality linen. Expect $10 shipping and $5 tax. Their women is about $15 a yard 60 inches weft/wide. They also have some very nice wool.

[@etainne2001]

@@marthabenner6528 I buy all my thread and notions from B&T, and they never disappoint.

[@paisley293]

Success! It's much more flattering on you with the gore inserts. Well done! (envious here lol)

[@heatherb1700]

I really like that mock up with out a dressform. As I am a plus size individual and can not find one in a reasonable price range that can be modified to my measurements this will be perfect

[@Tbehartoo]

The thing I like about the mock up stage is seeing you find something that isn't working for you and then coming up with ways to fix it. Seeing someone trouble shoot problems is REALLY HELPFUL. Thanks for keeping us beginning sewing people in mind with this video.

[@emolorin1070]

I have never felt more seen in my *life* than when you punched your pins - swear I do so on a weekly basis. Love this video so very much

[@meamela9820]

Yes to showing the mock up stage and chatting. Desisions are the hardest part for me, so I like to see other peoples' processes to get new ideas on how to do things when it doesn't go as planned, fitting tips or how other choose between different options.

[@MossyMozart]

I think that Medieval styles are so sophisticated in their sleek simplicity. I heartily endorse using that time period as inspiration for modern clothing.

[@samanthakessel7285]

Showing your Mockups is great because it shows how you are working through the process/bumps-in-the-road.

[@kristenk5754]

Seeing mockups is totally helpful

[@cloejohnson7303]

I really like seeing the mockups. As a beginner sewer, it's really helpful to see the not so pretty stages of a project from someone more experienced. It helps me remind myself that it doesn't have to be perfect right away. PS I love you and your content! 💛

[@wynnewhitten-holmes5090]

I love seeing all the stages of mockups and fitting AND it is so useful that you section your videos! I often have to reference videos with no headings, which means a lot of skimming to find the information I need.

[@x1435]

+1

[@Shannon-Townsend]

I love seeing your mock-ups!!! It normalizes so much of the process for me, it's like getting permission to do the mock-ups and not be...better already. So I vote keep them in!

[@rebeccaharrison-hutcheson2169]

Mockups are not boring! They are a great learning tool. Please conyinue.💚

[@junkabella6324]

That linen is the absolute best colour!!

[@frilindsay]

Phone and snacks are 100000/10 the most important things to put in pockets🙌🏻

[@AJ-Tivol]

I found so many face*palm "why didn't I think of that" moments in this video. Your ideas won't work for everyone in every situation but you've sure given me some help in moving forward in my situation. Thank you.

[@penelope-oe2vr]

The mock up part is the best part, you learn how to make adjustments for a better fit. What things you may run into and how to fix it

[@evestone5361]

I like you showing the mock ups. I can write a tech manuals, but can't follow patterns instructions for the life of me. Thank you for showing options.😸

[@forsair]

Seeing the mockup stage for at least some of the projects is important. Being able to show that it isn't all "right the first time" and that even commercial patterns have to be tweaked to the individual.

[@hotjanuary]

I love the green colour you chose and the blouse you’re wearing with it!

[@astridpiepschyk8899]

Yes, seeing the mock-up phases is very helpful and interesting. I like seeing how you make changes and problem solve, its helpful for when I make similar projects.

[@Christina-yp7ek]

I think showing mockups are great,!!!

[@bekytg9393]

Gosh you made me laugh when you said, "show you this sexy ass seam". It certainly was, great video, and beautiful dress.

[@Daisy-bc3jj]

I absolutely love your white jumper! So cozy and comfy looking

[@c.w.3750]

It looks great! Go kertle go

[@healinghousefarm5562]

You just changed my world!!!! Gratitude!!!!!

[@polyannakabambi2068]

Thanks to all of costube for reminding me to prewash my fabric. Of all the ways to mess up a project, this one hasn't happened to me (yet)!

[@kristenk5754]

If you make matching tie on sleeves it would look like a green version of the blue everafter dress :D

[@CatsCostumery]

omg YES!

[@coreygilles847]

I definitely find seeing the mock up stage useful...

[@gothempress]

You are so pretty and you make absolutely lovely garments!

[@jeannedz29]

I sewed a medieval kirtle this winter but made it knee length with long sleeves for everyday use and it's been a wardrobe favourite ever since !

[@lindabullock742]

Looks fabulous and the colour is superb…🥰🇦🇺

[@Bolshevik_muppet]

My son overheard the bit where you poked yourself with pins and asked to make sure you’re ok 😆🥰

[@CatsCostumery]

so sweet 😭

[@carolinemercer9779]

Wow might inspire me to try to draft my own dress pattern, this is adorableeee

[@carlajohnson8959]

I think it's great to see the mock ups because it helps me to see that I am not the only one to keep having the problems and it lets me know how to correct them. I think also that using the gores made it lay better and have a more even swish

[@kjtherrick4031]

Really good call to change the skirt. What a difference that made! The dress came out great!

[@WantedVisual]

I watched this video to procratinate on finishing my first attempt at a basic waschdirndl. It looks almost identical to this dress. The video answered some of the questions I'm stuck on. Maybe if I put this off another week, I'll magically get a video about inserting cording to finish seams, and also how to attach the weird fabric for cartridge pleating.

[@HoneyBear36]

Thank you for the self drafting and mock up steps!!!! As someone who has a small spaces for crafting and in now way space or funds for a dress form that is SOOO HELPFUL! it came out lovely and now I’m going to save this video for later when I have a good amount of nicer fabric so I can make this!

[@munchkinmeep]

I always appreciate seeing the ways people do mockups. Maybe have the timestamps closer to the beginning of the description so viewers can navigate different project stages? Or however that is done these days? :)

[@LiljaHusmo]

lovely

[@misstweetypie1]

Super helpful to see mock-ups!

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Such a pretty shade of green!

[@alittlebitofkatie]

I enjoy seeing your process of making mock ups Also, the sound of those scissors cutting the linen *chef kiss*

[@elisabethreeves1786]

Always show the mock ups!!! It helps so much to see and hear your thought process. We put so much time into making clothes and tips about adjusting to it fits is invaluable!

[@angelicaquiggle2591]

It's so beautiful! And looks very comfortable too. You make a wonderful fairytale heroine.

[@sarahball1683]

Mock-up details are super helpful! It helps to hear how other people identify fit issues and make adjustments. I'm actually wearing one mock up of a pair of shorts right now to see if I actually want to commit and use my good fabric on a pair while working on cutting out a different mock-up. : ) Great video to watch as I work.

[@MrsMom-py8yt]

Mobius strip is a great tip! Thanks

[@liadanducky]

I don’t have a dress form so this is really nice for me 😝

[@jac_and_the_making_of]

that gore point is swoon worthy. 10/10, do recommend.

[@vilma.design]

What a lovely dress, well done! 🌼😍

[@Ellaodi]

LOVE the mockups, rhe real time fixing on the body because thats how we all learn best. It lowers the barrier to starting andits easier start this way, rather than having to know how to convert on the body problems to Flat drafting based on your body type and desires

[@canucknancy4257]

Seeing you fitting on your own body is wonderful. A dressform is great, but it isn't my shape at all. I think I could actually do this. So helpful to see all the mock-up stages too. Your explanations are great. That turned out absolutely beautifully. Thanks so much for sharing your project and process. Take care.

[@kaitlynroberts5027]

I (as a newbie to sewing) appreciate you showimg us how to do the mock up without a manequin. Thank you!

[@ReapingRoses]

Yes, thank you, mockup stages are really helpful!

[@kobaltkween]

Yes, the mockups are helpful! And thank you for showing this process.

[@lexanneklimes5411]

You kind of remind me of Jacqueline from Ever After in this dress. Beautiful, feminine, and swooshy! I love it.

[@mariebray9831]

Liked the mock-up footage. Glad you went for the gored skirt.

[@wunderbar5685]

I love seeing the mock-up process!

[@Kelli.Hicks.5]

This turned out spectacularly.

[@gozer87]

Thanks for show the how-to draft portion. My daughter wants to wear a front lacing "rennie" dress to the fantasy renaissance faire this summer and while I can do angel wing tunic dresses and "gates of hell" sideless surcotes like nobody's business, an actual fitted kirtle has me pretty nervous.

[@catlova567]

Seeing the mockups is SUPER HELPFUL. Thank you for sharing the less aesthetic part of the process.

[@makeda6530]

That intro is me every time I need to fit without a dress form. Kirtle are so cute, you look so cute~

[@meganlamb8209]

The mock ups are so helpful because it IS part of the process, and I appreciate knowing I'm not the only one who goes through all that trial and error in that process. Thank you!

[@breeinatree4811]

You look so beautiful in that. As soon as I get my historically accurate Elizabethan dress made, I'm going to make a copy of your dress

[@thefolktalefox5960]

I love seeing the mock up stages. It helps me see how the final garment is built and what decisions were made to get there.

[@nataliestanchevski4628]

Costubers love swishing through the woods. Every single one of them.

[@katyliljeholm1672]

The mock-up process is definitely one of the most helpful parts of a sewing video for me (also, I really wish I could have seen your finished gores from the wrong-side of the fabric, and to see how you dealt with all the bulk of the french seams back there!)

[@GrowYourGroceries]

Seeing the mock up was AMAZING please please include more in the future! As something of a beginner it made me feel like "hey, that's something I could do!

[@theguest3389]

The moking up was very helpful!!! Definitely keep this part!!! Take care and have fun!!! 😷😎😷

[@anemonenemerosa2882]

Thank you so much for this video. Showing the mock-up stages is so very helpful!! And the dress turned out gorgeous!!!!

[@mollympls]

Love seeing the entire process! Long videos are my favorite, because I sew, knit, or spin while I watch KZbin and I hate having to stop what I'm doing and try to find a new video, so the longer and more detailed the better :)

[@LilLadyAy]

As usual, great. I'll try this soon.😊 Pockets in dresses are an valuable asset.

[@applepie4462]

Very much loved your reveal!

[@jasminedoyle1724]

Yes please for showing the mock up stages!

[@xiluvOreox]

Seeing mock ups is very useful! Especially because you talk is through the changes you make at each mock up so it's so helpful to follow!

[@sues.9791]

Yes the mock-ups are extremely helpful .

[@BuffySummersWannabe]

I love seeing the drafting and mock-up process!! I’m pretty new to seeing clothing and definitely get frustrated with fit issues I have no clue how to fix 😂

[@shroomyk]

The only thing my mom ever taught me about sewing was to pre-wash the fabric. And of course not using your fabric scissors on anything other than fabric.

[@aprildriesslein5034]

I sympathize about being short-waisted! It's challenging to fit, so I'm really glad to find sewing videos by someone with basically the same figure I do! 😊

[@charischannah]

The mock-up process is really great to see! Thanks so much for sharing. Now I want to make one. :)

[@fatsparrowsewing]

I did this process recently but didn't think to pin my fabric in place to begin with, good idea! I was also draping with dark green fabric so had to use silver Sharpie which I of course got on my back!

[@MamzelleRenard]

The final dress is Amaaaazing! It gives big Eowyn vibe.

[@brigidscaldron]

I’m so with you in your love for linen! ❤️❤️❤️

[@mackennaj]

Sewing all of the mock-ups and ways to fit the mock up on you is SOOO helpful! Thank you so much for including them

[@pv6450]

Such a beautiful project. That green is very lovely in you. Glad you went with the godets. ♥️

[@diamondslashranch]

That turned out so beautifully! It looks lovely on you.

[@nathaliej3768]

I love seeing mock-ups and find them so interesting !

[@spike.justspike.5418]

I like seeing the mock-ups. Especially the second and so forth.