I Made an 1910s Princess Slip Entirely From Stash! Edwardian on the Cheap

[@meamela9820]

I have one of those slips, inherited from my great grandmother (and it fits me!). It's my favourite type of historical undergarment and I should make myself several for daily use, but I haven't got around to it yet. I also got an aha moment when you called those flat buttons lingerie buttons. I have a lot of those in my inherited stash of sewing supplies, but hadn't thought the buttons had any specific use, but it makes sense that you should want as flat buttons as possible on underthings.

[@autumn7143]

This was a great stash busting everyday project. You might add a snap since it’s flatter than a hook.

[@RetroClaude]

Brilliant idea!

[@EngineeringKnits]

This is such a great idea for making undergarments that are cost, effort and time effective. The underwear makes such a difference in a costume but it can be so daunting to look at the list of items - this is so inspiring to see how to go about making a "good" version of historical foundations!

[@user-ur6xg5wi5f]

Yes, a woman living in that period would be very likely to pull out several of her "good" undergarments - that may or may not be from a previous era - trim them down if needed, and make her new gown the focus.

[@miaochs7716]

I love wearing flowy long cotton stuff. No shots or polyester for this girl. Did you hear that fashion industry. The more intricately made the more I like it

[@user-ur6xg5wi5f]

You make such good choices! The styles and fabrics you work with end up looking so good on you. I know this video is just for a slip but you showed so many earlier projects that it reminded me how much I like your taste. Thanks for another enjoyable and helpful project video.

[@blktauna]

i love how you problem solve. Its just dealing with stuff that happens and not world ending. A marvelous outlook and its powerful to see in action. The slip turned out really cute too.

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you! I like the way you phrased that 'dealing with stuff that happens' ☺️

[@coreygilles847]

Sometimes just finishing is the best reward from a project. The slip is lovely though and it is awesome that it came from your stash. I love when I manage to do that

[@elainebye9090]

So cute! It more than does the job; it's very pretty, too. I bet the fancy ones that survived were "saved for best" and not worn to rags (which very likely happened to the simpler ones!)

[@stevezytveld6585]

Beautiful work. Well done. It fits really well (and agreed with the hook & eye solution - if it worked for the Grannies, it works for us). Enjoy the event. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@aperfecttouch]

An all-stash beautiful project for the win!!

[@roxannlegg750]

Ha! Yeah...youve got German family...tante. Knew there was a reason I liked youre brand of thriftiness! How did i miss this one till now? Lovely simple lines.

[@linr8260]

Very cute! The end result looks very neat even if you had to sort-of-rush it.

[@Michael-if6my]

You should start a Patreon! I'd love to contribute over on that once I have steady work again. This slip turned out so gorgeous though, I love it

[@RetroClaude]

I have considered it but given that I often have to disappear for months at a time I don't think I could provide value for money so to speak. But still thanks for the support!

[@Michael-if6my]

@@RetroClaude I mean you don't need to provide something every single month, and if there's ever a point you feel like you're not providing enough you're always able to pause payments and stuff. A buddy of mine does that with her patreon as needed. Plus people like to help out

[@beth12svist]

@@RetroClaude If it's just one more thing to keep track of and overwhelm you more than just a source of income, don't let enthusiastic fans talk you into it just because. ;-) (I kind of know what it's like since my sister is a freelancer with chronic illnessess... it's always a question of "will this bring in money or will it just leave me unable to actually do my primary job?" Obviously kind of different with Patreon from what I know but... considerations do have to be made.)

[@blossompetal784]

What a great project. Can't wait to see the dress.

[@chazhoosier2478]

Claude's algorithm demands posts!

[@jackiejames4551]

It looks nice and reconsidering the cost, it turned out quite well. Looking forward to seeing what your dress looks like.

[@lindagoesel3815]

I love this. Good job regardless of short cuts and make dos'. Let's be honest we all do that and if someone is that close to your slip, construction probably won't matter😂❤. Good wishes. Keep strong.

[@rebeccacuthbertson1271]

I think it's smart, perfect, and does what it needs to do. Thank you for sharing Claude!

[@taylahmillington5388]

Ooh another stash video! I am really loving seeing people actually use their stashes whether it's for sewing or knitting. Your recent knitting video was lovely!

[@lesleyharris525]

Hi,love the slip, when you have finished wearing it for the event you could wear it as a sundress with a little twik like you said, very cute. 💖

[@nanettebromley8843]

What a lovely project. Love how the slip turned out. Might try something similar for outerwear. Temps are hotting up at the end of next week and will be too warm for t-shirt and jeans, but you know what uk weather is like. There is so many eras I cannot do due to the size of the skirts. Wheelchairs and big floofy skirts really dont play nice together. Thank you for showing the overlocker threads tip. Will be doing that from now on. So much easier than faffing about with 4 different threads. Looking forward to seeing the dress.

[@RetroClaude]

I've been thinking about making a version of this as a wheelchair summer dress. The ruffle means you still get the fluff factor but it's narrow enough everywhere else to not get caught in the wheels 💚

[@nanettebromley8843]

That would look great. The length when sat would probably be about ankle length, but, as you said, with it being narrow there is less likely hood of it actually getting entangled.

[@lynnbattersby-vogt3594]

A great project and lovely you could make use of odds and ends

[@danacandella5416]

I have not seen a neckline and shoulder fitted with ribbon like that before. Love it. All in all great job with limited time and resources. Cutest iron ever BTW 😉

[@phoenixelektrascircus]

Completely random, but I have that same thimble and have never see another one like it. I think it is one of my most favorite in my collection.

[@RetroClaude]

It's also my favourite! I struggle to find them small enough so I guard that one with my life!

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Hi Claude, Still sewing the mend on my sheet (only been a little while, I think)

[@BYBabbra]

Brilliant and beautiful, it's a great garment and I love the little design quirks. Very unique and very you.

[@VKing-di9lo]

I simply can’t imagine where I would start to make my own pattern for anything. My mother used to do it easily, but unfortunately, I didn’t watch and learn! A lesson on how to do this would be amazing. Good to see you back!

[@RetroClaude]

I know I very much skipped over the details in this video! I'm hoping to make a more detailed video now I'm strong enough to do lots of fittings, which making your own patterns can mean 💚

[@rosalie4069]

The closet historian here on YT has great instructions on that!

[@beth12svist]

And Diane Deziel (also on KZbin) does not go into fitting patterns, but her tutorials are top notch for doing the design details you want. She's a professional and her methods cover all the details that make a difference like allowances for turn of cloth. :-)

[@camib2864]

It's lovely. I especially love the yellow ribbon. It isn't the most frilly but who cares? It will do the job beautifully, I can't wait for the dress!

[@samanthaamclean]

Hi I love it when ypu show a different way of constructing something. I have never seen the seam slashing trick before. I can't wait for the next video

[@emmaRBC]

I think it's pretty! Looking forward to seeing the dress ☺️

[@EmilyBHelms]

Very cute, and I love the putting it together from stash. I want to make one for my regular wardrobe. I look forward to seeing the dress.

[@RetroClaude]

Oh yes perfect for summer 💚

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I love it and can’t wait to see the dress! 🥰

[@liadanducky]

I love it!

[@sublimnalphish7232]

Cute!

[@mjmollman]

I really enjoyed your video

[@ushere5791]

so pretty! i'd add a hook or snap at the waist and wear it as a sundress on the daily!

[@SewSewDrew]

It turned out so very cute. You are so full of talent and gumption 😉

[@RetroClaude]

Thank you! 💚

[@janehollander1934]

12:11 Love how you used haberdashery items that got handed down to you from your great-aunt "Tante" Ingrid (is there a 🇳🇱 or 🇩🇪 line in your Family?🤔 - just curious ✌🏻😉). I really like the end result. You can be proud of stash busting, time restrictions and as always the energy/strength (or lack of😣) that you have to your disposal. So bravo you!!💪🏻😍👏🏻. 🇳🇱👋🏻🌷🌷🌷

[@RetroClaude]

Yes! 🇩🇪 I never met Ingrid but I have all her patterns, haberdashery, German quality shears (too heavy for me to use) and her knitting machine! I love to use her things because it's like a connection across the generations ☺️

[@janehollander1934]

Oh @@RetroClaude , that so cool what a touching connection. Tante Ingrid would love the fact that she kind of lives on through your work & is remembered. I have the same with my Maternal Grandmother 'Beppe' Janna (1889-1967) who was a real small (Friesian) village seamstress. And who I never got to know, as she passed away 4 years before I was born. Indirectly I got taught how to make my own clothing, as a very young child, because my Mom who was taught by her 'Mem' passed on her knowledge. Her 'turn of the century' (1900) buttons and other very old (rusty) tools are a treasured possession for me as well. 🥰👋🏻🇳🇱

[@rebekkawacherhausenwichman236]

I was also very curious where your Tante Ingrid was from, cause we use the same words and pronouncing in Danish 🇩🇰 Always nice to inherit sewing treasures! I inherited adjustable buttonhole-cutting- shears from a great aunt, a real treat! And my first sewing machine was my great grandmothers hand turned sewing machine. (It still works) I used it to hem some curtains doing covid when I didn’t have my other machines at home. Nice video! Thanks! Love a “free” project! It feels like you got a lot out of a little! And the slip turned out great 👍 😊 😍

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

I agree with the hook & eye solution, too. If your waist/hip measurements fluctuate, though, you may want to do some sort of lacing. (Like narrow satin ribbon through a line of eyes)

[@RetroClaude]

Very smart, that might be the perfect solution 💚

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

@@RetroClaude Thank you I've also sewn a ribbon onto clothes (sometimes with a ribbon or cloth tape underneath the cloth, for strength). Sew it so that theres gaps that become loops when another ribbon is threaded through. Idk if this makes much sense. But, it's in lieu of hooks.

[@elinor7175]

That’s lovely! I really need to make a slip for my own wardrobe soon, so thanks for the inspiration 💜 Have you ever tried using those water soluble children’s markers instead of a friction pen? I think people use them for quilting but idk what the staining factor may be like

[@RetroClaude]

I haven't used one but I might try it and report back 😁

[@firesideclassics]

@@RetroClaude Hi Claude, I am fairly new subscriber to your channel, but I love your videos and projects. I have started my vintage sewing journey over the last year, and I completely adore seeing my dreams of a vintage wardrobe come to life under my very hands. Watching your channel is actually quite close to my heart already actually, as I also struggle with a lot of chronic health problems that can make my sewing challenging. More mentally for me then physically, I struggle with getting exhausted very easily if I focus on something for too long, and then I have to recover for a long time. I wanted to comment on the subject of removable marking methods, as I was thinking about it all through this video as you brought it up with using the white fabric. I actually just finished making my first pair of French knickers in white muslin fabric (they came out quite nicely after some adjustments, I used a Haslam System of Dresscutting drafting and then adjusted it for a partially elasticated waist instead of buttons), and between the gusset insertion and the waistband fiddling, I had to mark them up a lot, and I just washed them and they came up clean as a whistle. I used the Dritz double ended marking pen, with blue water soluble ink on one side, and purple air soluble (disappearing) ink on the other. I find that the blue ink has worked much better in terms of not staining, especially if you iron over markings. The purple seems to turn brownish and become more difficult to remove if you heat it. But for very small markings you only need for a short time, the purple is also very useful. It does wash out as well as fading, but the blue washes better I would say. The only exception I have found, is that somehow if you actually sew THROUGH the blue markings heavily, like for a decorative stitch along a marked line, it is a bit more difficult to remove, but it still comes out cleanly after a wash or two. Anyway, just wanted to report my experience with marking up white cotton, you may have tried this method already, but I thought I would chime in. I believe Dritz does make the blue ink pen just by itself, they call it Mark-B-Gone ink, but I have not used the individual ones, just the double ended. I am in the USA, but I looked up on Amazon UK the one I use, in case you haven't tried it and would like to, here is the link I found (there may be a better place to get it where you are, including they may sell them in a local shop, no idea, but this is the one I found): www.amazon.co.uk/Dritz-Purpose-Marking-Pen-Blue-Purple/dp/B00A2H1A3W/ref=sr_1_9?crid=1THFQ9IAI6KBR&keywords=dritz+sewing+marking+pen&qid=1655031343&sprefix=dritz+sewing+marking+pen%2Caps%2C519&sr=8-9 Anyway, I hope all that didn't sound too know-it-all-ish, and I hope it may have been a little bit of help perhaps. :) Again, I love your channel, and you seem like such a sweet lady, I feel lucky to get to know you a little bit through your videos. Happy sewing, and good luck with your Edwardian dress, I can't wait to see the next instalment!! :)

[@RetroClaude]

@@firesideclassics thank you for this! Both your kind words and the recommendation. It's good to hear from someone who has really put a product through its paces 💚

[@Vintagebursche]

Wonderful! Simple and effective.

[@samanthaturner1836]

Wow! Loved it! When I saw it in your Instagram story I hopped right to the video. It's so pretty I think I might try to make one!

[@RetroClaude]

Yay! If you do I'd love to see your version 💚

[@hooberdoober576]

I like these vids more than my seamstress-skilled girlfriend does. Perhaps because we're... old.

[@ceruleanskies001]

I think for being super budget and with stuff you had, I think you made a really serviceable and yet Edwardian readable garment. I actually like that it's low key frill, which is probably why I don't make any Edwardian things, ha! Looking forward to see more of what you made. I gather this is the event that knocked you out for a couple of months? ( edited out overly wordy question which I found the answer for later. )

[@RetroClaude]

This event was actually not so bad, Covid got me in January which has wiped out much of this year. I just was so busy in October with paid work I never got around to editing this project. I was going to just leave it until October this year because of the decorations but I'm still not up to much sewing thanks to Covid so have been going back over projects from last year 💚

[@bobguy3939]

Insta like 👍

[@Bananadiva1]

Do you have a video where you make the stunning dress you wear in the beginning of this one?

[@RetroClaude]

It's one of my very early ones! kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6fXqINnaqmHoaM

[@rosiemakes]

Looks good! I haven't seen this type of slip before. Also I love your wool ironing block thingy - Does it have a proper name so I can google it?

[@RetroClaude]

Mine was labelled Wool Pressing Mat. I believe they're popular with quilters so you might have some success looking in the quilting section 💚

[@rivergalen4020]

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