I made some Edwardian lingerie dresses (it's not what you think, I swear)

[@gerileemakes]

I think belting the prairie dress would really elevate the look. A colorful ribbon, a leather belt, etc. Great job on all three! That repair was historically accurate too.

[@SingingSealRiana]

Yeah, usually you would have worn an apron with it most of the time

[@LoriLawrence-tj9xt]

I think a colored wide belt ala Mary Poppins would make you like it more.

[@donnajohnson3334]

It would be fun to have one of these dresses in pastel.

[@donnajohnson3334]

​​@@LoriLawrence-tj9xt children wore a silken sash from the waist line. Most were pastel.

[@alaskacosplay]

The second dress is actually how I make my Edwardian and Victorian blouses. A long dress I can use as both a petticoat and a blouse and it doesnt tend to ride up and be visibly revealing because it looks like a fluffy blouse when it does ride up.

[@gigglepantsiii9350]

I think you did just fine with your repair. As you said, clothes are for wearing, so long as the dress still fits the way you like, an extra seam isn't really anything to worry about [but maybe find a way to make that potato drawer less dangerous to brand new clothing]

[@erinw.9256]

I bought an Edwardian lingerie dress yesterday from an antique store!! The lady who owned the store wasn't sure what era exactly it was from, she guessed early 1900-1920, but I'm so happy that I found this video cos now I know for sure that it's Edwardian and now I'm super excited!!

[@sewchaotic]

A seersucker apron or pinafore would really compliment the cottagecore/prairiecore look of the prairie dress, and cover the patched section

[@thesewloartist]

I really love that idea! This is why I post to get good style ideas 😂

[@thevirtualtraveler]

Side note, I think the "yellow" dress looks more off-white, but would be adorable if you were to dye it a brighter lemony yellow. Especially if the lace is synthetic b/c the cotton would dye and the lace would stay white. It would be so pretty!

[@makadoodledoo]

synthetics can take dye too, but they take it differently

[@donnajohnson3334]

Ecru was done. Don't think lemon yellow was a thing, though I have seen Edwardian boy's ( bubble suits) in golden yellow. This style would've helped pregnant Ladies.

[@thevirtualtraveler]

@@makadoodledoo In my experience, to dye synthetics, one needs to use dye specifically designed for synthetics.

[@shasta7152]

You are the most elegant lady on the planet. I enjoy your content very, very much! Thank you for sharing!! 🫠

[@Grace_x68]

You look absolutely beautiful in all of them. Make a nice insertion lace belt to wear with the "night gown" dress and you will have a totally different feel to it. If you worry about the seam that is too obvious, you can create the same effect at the back and sew a piece of lace over the seam (not cutting it open) to cover the seam of the panel you have replaced. I actually loved the fact that you didn't replace the whole panel thus saving on fabric. Bit more historic. Love your channel. Thank you 🌸

[@julianyc422]

in 1912, you would cut out the fabric leaving 1/8" + 1/16", then hand stitch a tiny little fold back over the your zig zag on each side to finish the inside and make it more sturdy (They's hand stitch the lace on too!!

[@Bygone_Wardrobes]

I love the Butterick dresses. So pretty! And I feel exactly the same about using the same patterns more than once. It definitely speeds up the process. The Prairie dresses seem perfect for lounging around at home.

[@ShakespeareDoomsday]

The discarded tier of the dress could become a skirt or an apron! I would personally wear a corset over the prairie dress.

[@SingingSealRiana]

Yeah, usually an apron goes above it and and if one does not like that, a tied on belt like oras Sophie dress would do nicely to elevate the look

[@breec]

The way you fixed the work dress probably just made it all the more historically accurate. These are all beautiful!!

[@Pour_La_Victoire]

I absolutely agree, using the same pattern multiple times is a great way to become more familiar with sewing techniques! I have a "capsule collection" of patterns that I find myself returning to over and over again (looking at you, Folkwear Gibson Girl Blouse!)

[@williamv99]

Beautiful. I love sewing the actual sewing process.

[@vintagelife5195]

That tater drawer rant was the most historically accurate thing on youtube today! lol. Bet you werent the first lady with that very problem.

[@wendyeames5758]

3rd dress was my fav, too. Going with 2 tiers was perfect

[@michellecornum5856]

The hole!!! Isn't that always the way?! One of the first outfits I ever sewed was a teal pantsuit. I loved it. The hand was so soft and drapey, and the trim was maroon. I loved it. The first time I wore it, I went to my parents' house, and as I was coming out of their garage, I tripped and fell on some rocks and tore the knee of the pants. I was devastated! I had no more fabric. I recently found the pants, I may try to re-cut them as a skirt. Love these dresses!

[@jeannebaker6905]

For my wedding in the early 1980s, I wore a white blouse and petticoat. It was tucked with white lace inserts as well as crochet edging. I found the items in a vintage clothing store. I was told they were coctorian but believe they were more liking Edwardian. I wore a beautiful nightgown as a slip underneath. I loved the dress.

[@katherinemorelle7115]

I think the three tiers would work well on an ankle length dress. So having the top two tiers where they are on your dress, and having another underneath that reaches to the ankle. But with the mid calf length, two tiers is perfect! This video has really I spread me to play about with insertion lace. I’m also currently patterning my own shirtwaist/dress. Similar to the prairie dress, with a yoke and then gathered bodice. I’ll make two shirtwaists, one black and one white, buttoned down the front, and I’ll probably pin tuck the yoke, and then sandwich lace between the yoke and the gathered part. For the dress, I can just extend the gathered section to the ankle, and I’ll belt it at the waist. I’ll use a ditzy floral for the dress, I think. But now I also really want to figure out how to pattern the bodice from your first and third dresses, because it’s gorgeous! I’m too cheap to buy a pattern (plus getting them in my size is always a bit difficult, so I tend to draft everything myself). I’ve done an apron with that sort of shape before, so I reckon I can figure it out. I just have to have it! And I love the insertion lace going across the bodice like that. Thanks for the inspiration, but my wallet and my poor, massive future projects list are not thankful at all 😂

[@katherinemorelle7115]

And because I do tend to prefer separates over dresses for the most part, I think I’ll make the bodice as a shirtwaist, and then just pair it with a walking skirt. And maybe I should make a lacy, floofy white walking skirt from the same fabric, so I can make it look like a dress if I want. So many ideas!

[@maryhamric]

I have lately become obsessed with this era. I love what you did. Everything is so gorgeous.

[@debrazawlocki3975]

Your designs remind me of Sally Ann Howe's dresses in Chitty-Chitty Bang-Bang movie... very much a compliment. Her movie wardrobe was lovely!

[@leeannsutherland858]

I think side by side the two tier looks better but the three tier was cute too

[@SeeMeRolling]

Omg the potato drawer situation is something I can definitely relate to, I always end up tearing or staining my clothes immediately😭😭😭😭 Btw I love ur video and ur channel 😊

[@AcademyNS]

Elizabethan slops panes and doorknobs. Sobs.

[@jenn976]

I love all three dresses. The first one looks marvelous and, as you said, different from the third one. I was surprised how *not* nightgown-like the second dress turned out to be. And great job with the repair. I also loved the fabric you used for the second dress, already decorated. I think the beautiful sleeves helped set it off. Making the third dress with just 2 tiers was just right, just beautiful. I love all your videos.

[@Samanthasnow]

I see that pattern all the time and wonder who would want to make it. Now you made me want to go out and buy it so I can make all the lingerie dresses too!

[@SunshineStationery]

These are gorgeous! And thank you for the machine insertion lace info - it scares me, too; but maybe now I’ll actually try it!

[@spaghettiking7312]

We have forgotten what beautiful clothing looks like.

[@TheEconWoman]

Doing a pattern twice or even more is also acting very sustainably. It is so wasteful to use a pattern once -then store it away never see the light of day again. 30 years from now you will have hundreds of patterns! I applaud you!

[@brandyloutherback9288]

I absolutely love the Edwardian Lawn Dress! I adore the aesthetic of a light/summery lace dress with a coordinating sash around the waist!

[@texcinlulu]

White cotton is my absolute favorite! Especially living in Texas. It’s so light and airy. The dotted Swiss is divine. I love all the details. Great job! Thanks for sharing. 🌞🦋💖

[@MichiaMakes]

Piercing is period ❤ you could always add a trim all the way around that line. 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@haddiewillsburg1453]

Your garments are beautiful and I am definitely buying the pattern as they are on sale now. Thanks for the review and video!

[@gailjones1408]

These are beautiful. Thank you for sharing! My favorite is the yellow eyelet dress. The length with 2 tiers is really pleasing.

[@melissamybubbles6139]

I have also found so far that using a pattern multiple times teaches me a lot. Good job on those dresses. They're pretty.

[@stevieandthebarbies]

Ooh, lovely dresses. I couldn’t stop myself from yelling ‘now don’t without the electric sewing machine!’ but loved them just the same. I don’t think the middle dress would fit into the category - it was a work/every day dress while the other design was definitely a going out dress or for taking tea! The repair was great - you could have made something more of a feature of the new seams, maybe cutting the lower section into panels back and front. Would definitely have had an apron/pinafore over it.

[@mrsmmoose6775]

The first dress with all your changes is something anyone could wear, whether or not they were a vintage enthusiast. Beautiful.

[@ItsJustLisa]

The pale yellow is definitely my favorite!

[@elizabethross6895]

Yes! Love to see someone explain how to do insertion lace by machine. Beautiful dresses!

[@darcymalarchik7711]

My FAVORITE of all historical eras, including in terms of fashion!❤

[@louiseswart1315]

I use the same model machine as you. A real workhorse. I have even sewn leather with mine for a few years working for a couturier, and a few real strong denim pieces. Your granddaughter would still use it!

[@WildflowersCreations]

Rewatching this video and still so inspired by dress 1 and 3. So glad you went with just 2 tears on the 3rd dress.

[@KellyAK]

Lovely dresses, I particularly loved the third one, such pretty fabric!

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

I like the Prairie style dress because it gives options for wearing. Leaving the waist open as is, is great for air circulation in hot July and August. At other times of the year you can get a cinch ( corset or stays type ) belt. Not that you mentioned it but the dress gives strong immigrant vibes Scandinavian or Ukraine. I like that the dress is malleable to different vibes and ethnicities depending on accessories that accompany the dress.

[@lisak7247]

The last one turned out to be my favorite too, and I lovvvvve the shoes!❤

[@lesaschmidt7668]

I think making a self fabric belt or a lace belt could make the prairie dress more flowy and lingerie-esque. But they are all so beautiful!! Thanks for sharing!

[@gloriastroedecke2717]

As a side note the dresses were called Tea or Garden dresses in the earlier part of their existence as they were the perfect weight for wearing outdoors during a Summer gathering.

[@shayzoo2]

It’s funny you think the prairie dress looks like a nightgown because that’s what I thought when I saw the pattern art. I love the last dress the best too!

[@LualaDy]

you actually inspired me a lot with the prairie dress, it's so different!!!!

[@МихаилОтенко]

о боже какая умничка ето настоячщий талант

[@merelhoekstra7330]

You look beautiful in this light lace summerdresses! Seems so comfortable to wear on hot summer days! I think the last one is the prettiest.😊 A hug for your labradoodle doggo. ❤

[@leisureletter2051]

I love that pink dress u wore with the apron. 🙂

[@centurycountess4949]

I just came across your channel and now I'm inspired to make one of these dresses for myself. Especially hearing that pastel colors were an option I'm thinking of making mine in a super pale pastel minty to super pale creamy green. or extremely pale pastel lavender or lilac.

[@UnpackingtheTrunkCostumes]

They look fantastic. Okay…gonna have to try insertion lace now…..

[@keilajimenez3236]

All 3 are beautiful! You look like Anne of Green Gables

[@PCAKnight]

The last is my favorite

[@FlyLikeADragon]

I really love your dresses, they turned out so nice! - I love you style overall

[@kimberli8225]

How beautiful, Transends eras !!!!!!

[@deespaeth8180]

I have that pattern, or something similar! Time to make a mock up!

[@Abijah12411]

I've been viewing some of your shorts videos and I like them... I'm not keen on the prairie dress when you're over the age of 13😀, the two variations of the same patter were awesome.

[@lilydrew800]

The last is my favorite. And I love your shoes!

[@kaytiej8311]

Lovely to see your excitement for this project. Love the pastel yellow - just gorgeous.

[@nonoglln2801]

I think that repair makes the dress more "handmade" and kinda cute actually !

[@Ellaodi]

Lingerie dresses were often belted. They were also often two pieces. There's soooo many variations in closures across all of time that there's no "one way".

[@carolbarbee5653]

I think all the dresses were very pretty can't wait to see more from you great job well done.

[@SingingSealRiana]

I really love the prairie dress, but yeah, it would have had patterns or color and a belt so it would not look as night gowny

[@thevirtualtraveler]

I enjoyed this and you definitely made insertion lace feel more approachable. Now I'm looking forward to making my own Lingerie Dress!

[@kimberli8225]

Wow. !! You are such an artist !!!!!!!!!

[@Hadassah-KaquoliMReno]

The Prairie dress does look like a nightgown!

[@SingingSealRiana]

Mostly cause she made it in whight and did not belt it as its supposed to be worn

[@jess65963]

Nicely sewn! I love that era.

[@daunledford7780]

Love the 2nd gown best

[@wawawawatusi]

Episode 109 from My Vintage Love on KZbin features a pale green lingerie dress (though the lace is still white)- so they do exist!

[@Ellaodi]

I adore the way these turned out!!! Great job!

[@lorihansen8674]

They are so beautiful!

[@peachygal4153]

a lot of the regency gowns we see in Austen adaptations have the look of lingerie too.

[@peachygal4153]

The prairie style dress looked more like a pinafore like Megan Follows wore in the 1985 Anne of Green Gables. It was something little girls wore at the turn of the 20th century. Maybe you could cut the sleeves off and make it a pinafore to layer over another dress.

[@jemase7931]

Not feeling the dresses. I don't get to wear dresses often. But I think I would love to do a blouse in a lingerie style to dress up a pair of black slacks, or even jeans

[@jessicawidmeier2862]

I personally thought they were to short, but if they were inspired by Edwardian dress then yes, they are cute and you don't have to worry about a hem dragging.

[@mariongrey7853]

Bernadette Banner, but different font 😊. You guys have very close aesthetics, slightly tweaked for colour schemes.

[@charlottemajewski5992]

Get yourself some suck billed applique scissors. Perfect for close cutting seams without nicking the fabric under neath.

[@terryhurry3252]

😂my crime against clothing😂

[@aydenwoyus7943]

So pretty! I agree with your conclusions. Where did you get those last shoes??? I love them!!

[@tinamccartney3778]

Oh my goodness!!! Where did you get the shoes you were wearing with dress #3? It was my favorite BTW. Nice work!

[@morgonerlenstar]

Completely unrelated comment, but I’m new here. I really like your book tattoo 😅❤ Beautiful made dresses 😊

[@bjsmith1575]

Understand French seams rather than serger. Question: is lace insert strong enough when fabric behind is cut away?

[@Emiswitchcraft]

Wow so pretty!!! 😍 I need the 1st too 😁

[@reneechristensenpillow8373]

Taked the top tier and make an apron

[@cathygibbs7246]

Cute video, well done you. What dress form are you using?

[@donnajohnson3334]

Just about every Edwardian girl's dress I've seen has those L shaped tears. But if I had rejected them, I would still be searching for one. My bar ain't that high, I decided. Lol ! Thanks for a fun video !.

[@tamila7381]

Beautiful! And where did you get the pattern? I want to make one, but I'm a beginner.

[@ReinaElizondo]

Love these!

[@lydiamoffitt330]

I think the skirt length is too short. I also think a pretty waist sash would make it really stand out.

[@thereseremus6849]

Last dress (all of them actually) is pretty, but the 3 tiers were a bit like Little Bo Peep. Better with two layers.

[@tinuvianna]

What is that amazing panel of blue and white (fabric?) behind your sofa?

[@gtg488w]

This is the style all ghosts in paranormal stories seem to go to

[@sylviaschepers5166]

I just wanted to tell you that the prairie dress I thought was meant to be a nightgown 😊. That said, my grandmother used to have a couple of those and she always wore them to bed 😂❗ It was kinda ironic don't you think ⁉️ Oh I also thought you were going to make some with color. You know also with the prairie dress you could wear it with a beautiful colored wide ribbon 🎀 around your waist. I mean I'm just sayin. Oh man I just saw the date that you made the video 🤔❗ And I'm just now seeing it 😊❗ I hope that's ok.

[@cassandrafisher2437]

I have a blue and white lingerie dress

[@charlotteduarte8901]

It looks very much like our Hawaiian muumuu from the same period.

[@donnatrounson8973]

Beautiful

[@juliecain6397]

The front neck is a tragedy! IT GAPES! I BELIEVE YOU COULD FIX IT, THO...YOU REALLY NEED TO FIX IT.

[@kaybelcher824]

Where could i find a corset?

[@svobodnayasvoboda]

just an idea for repair: laice insertion🤩?)