I Tried Recreating This Retro Halloween Costume!

It sorta worked???
Happy November, guys!!! One last spooky video for all of you who, like me, are in denial that it's no longer October.
I knew ever since I saw the illustration of retro costumes floating around, that I wanted to recreate one, so here you go!! Hopefully you enjoy watching the process of me trying to figure out how to translate the drawing into a real outfit, with a VERY invasive Frodo, and a meltdown or two along the way.
I love you all and Happy Belated Halloween!
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Music:
"Sing It Loud" - Golden Age Radio (epidemicsound.com)
An ElectroSwing song I got from Audiojungle.net lol
"Take Me Up With You Dearie" - Robert Nash
"Razzmatazz" - Jules Gaia (epidemicsound.com)
"Our New Victrola" - Golden Age Radio (epidemicsound.com)
"Move Like This" - Jules Gaia (epidemicsound.com)
"Midnight Swing" - Jules Gaia (epidemicsound.com)
"Fright Night" - Odd Chap ( / oddchap )
"Musical Snapshots" - Columbia Orchestra

[@rachelmaksy]

EEEEYY I know that 6.28 is just double pi, my dudes. I just MEANT that the formula I was looking for had less steps in it so I was looking for it specifically. Please keep ya "oh Rachel you precious toddler" comments to ya'self lol

[@petiteantique9547]

Rachel Maksy amen lol but I definitely need to know what lipstick you’re wearing in the final look 😭 it’s the perfect fall color

[@grandy2875]

whenever I have to do a circle skirt, I cheat...measure waist, divide by 4, then add a smidge to allow for whatever, it usually works out about right especially if it's gonna have elastic in the waist. It's amazing what can be hidden by a belt or the hem of the top you wear :| All in all, it turned out not too bad...I know you will probably pick it to pieces (figuratively, not literally...although...) I love that it looks like what you were trying for...if it was me making it...not. even. close... I love Froddo, he is such a gorgeous baby...him so skvishy and whuvey and ohh, dohs kisses :)) I helps Mama?!? He is a beautiful looking pupper, what breed is he?

[@meursaultscourtroom8886]

in this day & age you would think there would be an online calculator that you could just enter the numbers into.....

[@janes8714]

people have to be so righteous about everything lol

[@Azariakantor]

PetiteAntique I came to the comments to ask the same thing!

[@kaylamaenot3247]

Millennials; bring back thrifting because we broke. Thrifts stores; raise prices because thrifting is "trendy" *Shakes fist aggressively*

[@GwendolynWheeler2011]

Right!!

[@cecilyerker]

Goodwill Outlet tho!!!! The absolute cheapest place for clothes anywhere

[@joseleyanna6816]

I'm glad that thrifting isn't trendy where I live, because I'm too broke and rely only on Thrift stores ^^

[@urbanodebora]

I live in Southern California. You can only imagine how expensive things are. Goodwill specially.

[@goblinhours]

Goodwill recently raised their prices so much! D: especially hate the new “mark-up” racks where they put name brand items or leather :((

[@wheredawolvesat]

It's October 32nd. I'm not ready for November.

[@rachelmaksy]

A MOOD 😂

[@galli0]

"They should take the 31st day out of July and August and give February 30 days every year...but where to put in the extra leap year day then? October 32nd; Halloween part II!"

[@oniria4276]

yep 33rd now, still counting

[@DieAlteistwiederda]

Every day is halloween if you are a goth. That's kind of how I keep that spirit alive all year around.

[@MirageEspejismo]

My mood too! 🎃🎃🎃

[@milkteamachine]

I really dig the sheer amount of guts it takes to just cut out a bodice straight from the fabric with no pattern or mock-up.

[@ChestersonJack]

milkamilla Bruh I remember when I made a dress for a con just like that. Really should’ve widened the sleeves

[@LilFrg]

My guy, search Micarah Tewers that’s literally the only way she sews lmao. I have no idea how she makes anything she does

[@sarahharmon9403]

Micarahs energy scares me

[@Olivia-pj9wy]

I definitely feel the “over the garden wall” vibes

[@solarium_self]

Me too!

[@froggdoggs8551]

OTGW vibes are the best vibes

[@Creepypastaarcade]

Yes!!!!

[@klawis]

my exact words!! especially the side hat one!

[@tw1zzl3r._]

I love that series

[@superCappy27]

Frodo’s desperate need of attention made my evening.

[@janessahood422]

“Teenager on a bike don’t judge me.” I feel like that’s my whole existence! I’m 27 years old but teenagers still give me so much anxiety 😫

[@kimkimeree]

Janessa Hood 37 here. I’m fluffing terrified of teenagers.

[@iiSnarkyShark]

TEENAGERS SCARE THE LIVIN' ISH OUT ME. Like I just turned 28, I used to scream that song cause yeah ADULTS SHOULD BE SCARED, but now I'm scared.

[@rachelmaksy]

SAME 😭😂

[@meursaultscourtroom8886]

42.....same

[@persomnus]

Teenagers are bitter forces of judgment and chaos

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

It's only on coming back and rewatching this ages later that I realised the hanging pumpkins on the original costume are a bit of a visual illusion - think they're actually basted onto the skirt (along with the orange ribbons they "hang" off) and not dangling as loose streamers. A lot more feasible in terms of stability during wearing, but makes me even more admiring of people like Rachel who try to recreate these pieces just based on a 2D magazine sketch!

[@ameliamcdonald17]

Rachel, don't get discouraged in your sewing projects...I sew a lot and I find taking a break and taking my time is much better for how my projects turn out than trying to rush and get it done. Keep up the good work.

[@CRMediaGal]

I think you're wayyyy too hard on yourself. The outfit was really cute and spoopy and looked great! :) And the fact that you pulled it all together in just a few days is pretty amazing. Thanks for doing all this fun Halloween content!

[@thequietinside3201]

agreed! I thought this was so adorable!

[@misses.mystery3823]

And there's just me, being so impressed how calm she is and doesn't cares about things that would have made me go crazy. For example the non-matching oranges. BUT I don't want to say you're wrong, I totally agree, the dress is extremely cute! Maybe this inspired me to make a Halloween costume for myself this year, even though it's just March/April - how I now myself I can't start early enough and would still get in trouble finishing it xd But yeah... I really, really like Halloween and I'm kinda sad that I didn't celebrated the last years... I hopefully will change that!

[@a.k.v.3042]

I adore how fearless you are when making stuff. "I'm going to make this thing!" and then... you do, even when you admit you're not sure how its gonna go. I love being taken along with your process. And I think the outfit is very retro adorable.

[@jenelle6132]

"When the Joanns employees ask you what you're workin' on ...💩" As a former Joanns employee I'll inform y'all that we are told to ask so we can upsell other items. "You're making a skirt? Do you have a zipper or elastic, maybe some buttons?" "Curtains? Do you have enough thread?" But as a still fairly regular customer of Joanns who makes strange costumes and things, I hate the question too. (I always say, "I don't know, just buying from the list the old lady next door gave me")

[@HimeGabi]

I tell the worker what I'm up to cause I make weird fanciful stuff and there is the chance they'll suggest something I forgot.

[@buickidle9644]

As a former Joann's employee I hated that question. There are just some thing I just didn't need to know about, and I know now.

[@vickiechandler3112]

i love when they ask for whatever reason.....I love to share my ideas for projects and sometimes they have better alternatives to a part of it that i havent thought of either saving me money or time . You can tell the ones who actually love the creativity part of their job because they are genuinely interested rather than just being a robot and asking the required question because they are only there for a paycheck.

[@AutumnMoonlight95]

@@buickidle9644 Yup. We were buying fabric to wrap our ferret who had passed away when we buried him when the lady asked. Pretty much a conversation stopper

[@jillanderson2596]

My daughter LOVES that question LOL!!!! She does cosplay....and will explain every time a different character LOL!!!!!

[@elizabethdierickx1363]

Congrats on the new scissors. Use them only on fabric and that 20 dollar pair of scissors will last a long time. I think it turned outvery well.

[@Wolfgang8-Y]

After she cut all that felt she cut they might not last so long lol

[@elizabethdierickx1363]

@@Wolfgang8-Y true, but then she can get another pair and have one for felt and one for other fabric. I can hear her now.....i have to get another pair of scissors?......lol

[@0rluh]

You can sharpen scissors with a knife sharpener

[@garionfan1]

@@0rluh just cut some aluminum foil with them. My grandma told me this trick and it DEFINITELY works!

[@sarahconnors8909]

Hey Rachel, I’ve been having a massive anxiety episode all night so I’ve been knitting and I watched this and I just felt like someone was talking with me and I started smiling and I’ve been rewatching a bunch of your videos so thanks for being a positive distraction 🎃❤️🎃

[@reizak8966]

That's why I watch her videos, too! Hope you're doing well with everything going on.

[@laneyhesse8102]

I hope you are doing better today, good luck and keep going. You will see the end of the tunnel soon! Much love ❤️

[@ambiguousaesthetic4170]

Me too!!!!

[@vintagevibesinmoderntimes3783]

Rachael back in her natural habitat, spoopy time!

[@rachelmaksy]

🤗🤗🤗🎃🎃🎃

[@iridescentaurora268]

If you wanna start shopping at Goodwill, know that everything with a certain colored tag will be 50% off, and that color changes every week. However, you’ll also wanna WASH whatever you get from there before wearing it, trust me, I currently work at a Goodwill. (not for too much longer, though, hopefully)

[@curlypuff]

You don't like working at goodwill?

[@nittygritty7034]

@@curlypuff they only pay minimum wage and it's difficult to get a raise.

[@heathergleiser]

That differs by region though. I’m a manager at one and we don’t discount by tag color in my region but the region I transferred from in another state did. Different regions also have different pay rates, I went up by $2/hour when I moved.

[@CaraRowen]

they also have revolving managers who all want you do to things differently, also they don't wash their merchandise before sell. Every goodwill is different but it's not a great place to work. ​@@curlypuff

[@curlypuff]

@@CaraRowen yeah I know I've worked there. I mean it was an okay place to work, I got paid pretty well and the managers were nice

[@BwooHuraca]

As a former Joann employee my favorite part of the job was asking people what they were working on and seeing the pictures.

[@adri7352]

No one: Mr. Side-Eye Moon: MY DUDES 😏

[@Bananacustardcostuming]

I love that outfit and I really want to make it!

[@edenrosenberg9141]

Hello my dude

[@EnchantedRoseCostumes]

I am never this early... this is going to be good! Edit: I think it came out really cute! Also kudos for making it in just a few days AND editing the video as well! You must have editing superpowers to release it that fast!

[@quixxovel]

That's always my weakest point! Editing is so overwhelming

[@shannoncarr7338]

Your pup is dedicated to you, what a sweetheart.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

It turned out super cute! I particularly like the fabric you found for the cape. I also always buy a chocolate or treat at Joanns, oops ;)

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahaha they always get ya at the last minute!

[@meursaultscourtroom8886]

The outfit is darling, I love all those vintage holiday illustrations and you brought one to life!

[@peanutbutterbear8497]

I love Halloween, sorta bummed it's over

[@rachelmaksy]

Me toooo 😭

[@Singinghomealone]

Spooky season may be over, but you can still be spooky in your heart

[@Lroselovely88]

More of us there then one might think... Stay spooky, friends.

[@sislertx]

I use to...it is way way too.commercial now and the stuff for sale is.cheap worthless.crap. i use to have lines of people.and people who.would bring people over after the parties to see the decorstions. They were like pumkin rots and i would make them all including moving ones..not so anymore..i gave or.sold it all and i know.3 other.big big home.haunters who bailed out too...they also are jaded at its commercial and bullshit turns.

[@Bluebelle51]

Halloween isn't a holiday, it's a state of mind

[@ScreechTheMighty]

For what it's worth, I think it ended up really cute! I even like that the points on the blouse weren't super rigid. It added a kind of scarecrow vibe. (Also, that side-eye moon man may be on my "costumes to make" now, because that's pretty great.)

[@debbieomi]

I love the entire vintage Halloween athstetic! It began when I was a child and found Halloween cards my Dad had received as a child of the early 40s. On my bucket list is to host a Halloween party with all the vintage (real and re-pros) I can get my hands on or create.

[@wlammy4ever]

I have never before celebrated Halloween, but yours sounds like a party I’d wanna go to!!

[@lisasuijker6565]

This is really cute! I will recommend getting some basic patterns for these kind of projects. Gerties ultimate dresses book is great. It has a lot of different pattern pieces (bodices, sleeves, skirts) that all work together to make a ton of dresses. Having one basic bodice that fits you well is so good to have. Just change the neckline and slap on a different sleeve to have a totally different dress.

[@irisholiday34]

Can you do a tutorial on your turban hair style? It's so beautiful and I really want to try it 😃

[@brandielee7971]

You can see Bobby pins still in it, I think she put it in pin curls and hasn't taken it down yet.

[@altheamuirin4901]

Funny enough I think I own the same scarf

[@evalinify]

I would love to see that too!

[@worldsoull]

You worked so hard this month Rachel, you deserve a lil break! Also, the amount of in-the-way Frodo in this was amazing haha. I think the outfit turned out great, especially considering the time crunch! You could potentials back the spikey pieces with wire like you did with your ship sails to give them some shape?

[@evilbarb]

You did a great job! I want to say those vintage costumes were made from crepe paper, so I think you had more of a challenge a head of you. Like always, you killed it!

[@abadgurl2010]

Can you please link me to the picture or article with those vintage costume designs?

[@anastasijad5646]

I loved this dress so so much! I know it wasn’t your most favourite make but so awesome and spooky vintagy! I hope you get to make something similar/ similar vibe during this year’s Halloween 🎃 🧡🍁

[@10kaylabear01]

I think it turned out great! I see myself in you when I was first learning how to sew, I was self taught as well. You'll get to a point where things like this are much easier to understand and recreate. Dont give up! Your skills will come together even more, I've already seen your amazing growth. Would love to see more vintage recreations like this for the different holidays!

[@darcie8560]

I love that Frodo also longingly stared into the distance with you when you were talking about how thrifting used to be cheap haha

[@calvoekleiden8664]

I adore her style! Especially with the unapologetic combination of vintage and super relevant

[@thecraftybookworm1596]

Hello you beautiful soul. Love that you didn't edit out your "meltdown" lol. It turned out super cute as usual.

[@Eowyn3Pride]

I've been there too...I've stalled on an Edwardian coat/dress, because.....sleeves, facing, buttons...body changes....excuses!😁👍

[@VeganEmelda]

Spooky season is from the fall equinox to whenever I host my pre-winter solstice cookie exchange.

[@WithLoveKristina]

It turned out so cuuuuute!!!! I have always wanted to recreate a costume or outfit from those old ads - I need to sew more and you inspire me to just have at it.

[@rachelmaksy]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@lunarozzy]

rachel’s head wrap really reminded me of the fates costume from hadestown the musical! happy belated spoop season🍁🎃

[@ramblinentertainment1922]

Exactly what I was thinking! Coincidentally I think her hades disneybound from a few weeks ago is even more similar 😂

[@valerioliva9872]

I hope your next merch says “ frickin adorable “ on it 👍🏻♥️ as is the costume you created 😁

[@vickinoeske1711]

Me too - I'd definitely buy one!

[@Eowyn3Pride]

Rachel Maksy's Vintage clothing line, "Frickin' Adorable"...🥰😜

[@lz738]

This was so interesting because when I saw the picture, I had in my mind how I would have made it and it was nothing like how you made it. This would be cool to see how a few diffent DIYers solved the process problem.

[@kathyjohnson2043]

I THINK I would probably make a back-closing orange vest, attach the triangles (double sided with interfacing, same for pumpkins) to orange bias tape and then sew the tape onto the bottom of the vest at the waistline. Wear it over a blouse, add a tie at the neck and tie the tape at the waist to close since the cape will cover the back.

[@AesthetitiCore]

The finished dress is so pretty 🐶💖🌸🦇🎃 I also like how you talk about what you could possibly do better but all of your outfits are still amazing 🐶💖🌸🦇🎃

[@FiresideAngel]

I'm just starting to teach myself to sew and your vids are so inspiring and helpful! Hoping maybe a White Christmas inspired outfit is on the way? :)

[@funniburnz4942]

Same here and YES, that is an EXCELLENT idea !!! I really hope she takes you up on that suggestion !

[@vikki4now]

You did an amazing g job of recreating the vintage outfit!! You look so adorable in it. You have a real talent for this. What's not to love but we all know you can make ANY vintage fashion look spectacular.

[@My_grandmas_dress]

I was watching this while working on the hand sewing of my orange halloween costume. It was perfect. Also love the 'behind the scenes' of the getting into car shot!

[@moonymilquetoast]

aww, I think this turned out really cute especially since fashion illustrations don't have to deal with gravity/real fabric! I thoroughly enjoyed this video like all the sewing/making vids 😊

[@ashleymainmakes]

Love this concept! These costumes are so cute! No shade, just trying to be helpful. It might be easier for you to buy a block pattern, butterick or vogue has one, and that would give you a basic top and skirt to start with that you could alter and work off that.

[@tins369]

I immediately fell in love with Mr. Side-eye moon 😂😂😂

[@abitsuspiciosinit2383]

just casually going to a fabric store in 2019 WHAT A TIME TO BE ALIVE

[@themaddiemads]

Gah, you actually look so adorable! Maybe it's not perfect, but I think anyone who's been watching your videos for a while, can see your sewing skills improving. I'm honestly more than a little bummed that this is the end of your Halloween series, because it was actually so fun.

[@tinyoddfable]

I just discovered your vids and you’re the coolest. Also, i love how much your dog loves being around you.

[@xKatieAlvesx]

I totally understand feeling burnt out. One year I did 31 days of Halloween makeup tutorials and it nearly killed me. But I didn’t miss a single day! I loved your posts on Instagram!

[@ErinGallagher7011]

I keep forgetting that Frodo's captions are not his actual thoughts....

[@legallyfinn3816]

What if it is 😳

[@candicewaller403]

Gurl, I can't tell you how many Halloween nights I've spent frantically trying to finish my costume! I've definitely sewed or glued myself into garments (sometimes while in the car on the way to a party). This turned out great for only 3 days, no pattern and thrifted material. KUDOS!

[@Cas_Dip]

The blooper reel on this one makes me so genuinely happy

[@kylenebrender8611]

Next time you go to Joann's, get yourself one of those long 18inch clear rulers!!! I like the straight ones, but they have ones with a curved part too. Life changing upgrade from using the measuring tape!!! I love all of these sewing projects!!! Makes me want to sew more often!!!

[@c.argelfraster1291]

The amount of Frodo time in this video absolutely made my day 💝 Adorable as ever, Rachel! Thank you for being brave and vulnerable and sharing your meltdown. It's a real part of the creative process and we all go through it. Love your work!

[@catboxcleaner3532]

16:30 I adore how the gilded autumn leaves flow through the breeze outside the window.

[@dianacherry1411]

I'm laughing at you at every corner. 😅 You're so funny and witty. I also love how you make your pin curls look fashionable 😭 This was amazeballs, you're amazeballs, *chef's kiss* 🙌

[@haileyk.9129]

You've been such an inspiration for me to try my hand at bigger clothing crafting projects, I usually just stick to sewing on patches on my sweatshirts and creating looks with already made clothes, but lately I've been really interested in actually making costumes and garments thanks to you and Bernadette Banner! I have so far successfully made detachable sleeves for my renaissance fair outfit (imagine how the people at Joann's looked at me when I told them that... complete confusion), and my biggest project yet, a cloak to be one of the three fates for Halloween/Samhain! It was my first time ever using a sewing pattern and was complete madness, ultimately I just disregarded the directions and started putting it together like a fabric puzzle; but it all came together :) I appreciate that you show your struggles and are documenting your learning and progress, it's really helped me gain confidence to go forth and create as well!

[@vintagevibesinmoderntimes3783]

Thank you for showing this craft, even if it's not your favourite, it's super important to see creative processes!

[@MushroomMayhem]

I don't know if there's any chance you'll see this in all the comments, but I wanted to thank you. I only discovered your channel fairly recently, but your videos have given me a lot of joy. I'm newly and unexpectedly self employed due to a combination of my business going viral and losing my job a week later, so I spend 99% of my time sitting at home sewing. It's been nice to have your videos on in the background and feel not so isolated, almost like having someone there crafting with me. I know how stupid that sounds, but it can get very lonely. I think you have an amazing personality and your style is stunning! So yeah... Thanks for all the effort you put into your content. ❤️

[@Christine-ey8lz]

This channel is my happy place

[@rachelmaksy]

❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@louisetucker3973]

Your sweet Pup and you make me smile and chuckle and sometime get a real good laugh.... someone understands what my life is like with dog with cat. Thank you for sharing your talents.

[@AngelBelladonna]

"My arm pits are too girthy" I feel that...

[@3llevate]

21:49 KILLED MEH! 🤣🤗 I cannot with this adorable floof loop 🧡

[@BeverleyButterfly]

Wait real actual real fabric scissors??? Wow you like so professional. Give Frodo some scritches from me xx

[@sarahackerson3438]

I read "scritches" as sacrifices and I was very concerned

[@BeverleyButterfly]

Sarah Ackerson yes no that would be bad hehe

[@jenmurtaugh2004]

I stumbled upon your channel yesterday and I cannot get enough of your style, your humor, your sewing techniques (which by the way I do the same thing!)

[@jenmurtaugh2004]

I forgot to mention your puppy dog♥️

[@aestheticallyaspiring2692]

Thank goodness I’m not the only one in denial about Halloween ending😂🥰🎃

[@Bluebelle51]

Halloween never ends

[@everausten]

I really love the colour contrast and the silhouette! If you ever ever did a do-over series with the additions you mention in your conclusion - this would be a fun one! ✨💛✨

[@sadiemcc9363]

Sooooooooo that Frodo dressed as Frodo thing is going to be a video, right? Please?

[@Alex-wl9xw]

There already is a video of making the costume for Frodo from like a year ago :D

[@sadiemcc9363]

@@Alex-wl9xw That's not a Frodo costume, that's just a vintage costume. The one she showed here was full on dog hobbit, a.k.a. the cutest thing ever.

[@nomorelittlemonkeys]

You're the cutest thing ever! I love this festive outfit! I decided to keep celebrating Halloween over this weekend... I don't know how you get anything done with Frodo there, he's a complete crack up!

[@ileaween]

I love it!!! You look ready to be in a Tim Burton movie 🖤🖤🖤🎃🎃🎃

[@Goofer30456]

Oh my god, I am so happy that you know what Over The Garden Wall is! Maybe you could make a vintage version of their costumes. That would be absolutely amazing! Love your sense of humor ( makes me laugh every time)!💛🎃

[@TheChazzmander]

Yes! My go to has always been Goodwill and when I was introduced to Savers I was disappointed at the high cost for the poor quality.

[@jennyahn6845]

OMG, I'm not the only one who watched "Over the garden wall"!😂 Looking great, I really like the pumkins!🎃🎃🎃🎃

[@siameseK12]

How did you tie your hair scarf? It looks wonderful and I would like to copy it on myself.

[@AccioMUA]

I second that!

[@leannevantyghemleroux6003]

We need a hair scarf tutorial 🤷🏻‍♀️

[@lindarowe787]

Very creative! I wouldn't be surprised to learn that, in the 1920's, substantial portions of the costume were constructed using much cheaper materials, including crepe paper! That pleated cape is an effect that can be achieved with crepe paper. We were wearing crepe paper costumes in the fifties: fire, moisture, rips were our enemies and it was rare for costumes to survive the night. On reflection, it's amazing that so many kids survived Halloween. You improved upon the idea.

[@FeelKarmatic]

Its always spooky season hehe! Great vid I’m always admirative of your skills !

[@auddie6639]

The shot of you at your sewing machine when you were talking about your cape with the leaves falling outside in the background was sweet as hell. The costume was neat!

[@t.h.3570]

Mr. Frodo was extra lovey in this video!

[@gabriellalanza9335]

I think it looks super cute and your naturally vintage look compliments it! Happy Halloween!

[@vintagecameragirl]

*Hot tip* if you wet felt... It goes hard.... Ooohhheeeeerrrr I found this out accidentally by dropping my tiny felt owl I saw sewing into my tea....

[@a.k.v.3042]

We made armor for a play with some felt we "shellacked" with watered down Elmer's glue and the felt was stretched over plastic body molds. Came out amazing, but yes, felt can go hard with water. Add a bit of glue that dries clear and it will become like armor. I know there is a whole bunch more technology-like stuff to make armor out of NOW, but - those choices weren't actually around (invented yet) when I went to college, so... glue. felt. armor. Go forth to battle!

[@vintagecameragirl]

@@a.k.v.3042 I may have to try that for a cosplay. I went to art college too, the cheap tricks and 'hacks' we did for stuff that you can now just buy were amazing. I miss those days... When life was simpler and pva glue could do everything.

[@llamasugar5478]

Amy Vintage I am addicted to the thrill of finding a hack that works. So, I get a lot of “You know, you can go online and get . . .”

[@vintagecameragirl]

@@llamasugar5478 the only other useful hack Ive ever found is putting talc on my lashes to fill them out. I don't know why it works. But it does lol

[@pivinne5536]

Amy Vintage in a pinch you can set your makeup with talc or make hair look less greasy etc talc is amazing Apparently also carcinogenic but sacrifices had to be made sometime

[@Joesewz]

So glad your channel was recommended to me!! Fellow sewer here hehe! A tip for calculating fabric that i do is lay out all of my pattern pieces and just measuring everything by a yard =36” and it makes things way easier but i always end up buying extra just because I’m an anxious person like that lol

[@arcanaj]

Congrats on your first pair of sewing scissors! And you're sewing experience may be limited at the moment, but your instincts are good. Listen to them.

[@rachelmaksy]

❤️❤️❤️

[@suzannewallace9484]

I just saw the 20s costumes just the other day. Look, here you are showing how to accomplish the very one I liked. Too late for this year but 2020 here I come. Always enjoy your videos.

[@NicoleSams614]

im so glad my dog isnt the only one who turns away from my kisses

[@cecilyerker]

the earl of gray I never heard of that, maybe your dog just thinks you’re ugly

[@evelynp1933]

This is amazing! I am very much a fan of 50s fashion and lately the lack of awesome dresses available for sale has motivated me to sew my own outfits. You sewing your own vintage outfits is so inspiring and it motivates me to be creative and sew my own dresses. Thank you for creating fashionable outfits that aren’t vanilla in the slightest!

[@rein7526]

Cute! You kinda look like an over the garden wall character Edit: posted this just before you said it yourself! 😸

[@FireQuillsHedgehogs]

I just discovered your channel and have been binging it. You are exactly what I need right now: a quirky, vintage-y, maker I can have playing in the background while I’m working on my steampunk jewelry.

[@its_oKae]

"When you're watching this it's the day after Halloween" me remembering it's Feb 28th: Yup, just a *few* days after Halloween

[@halley8105]

Me remembering it's Jan 23: well time doesn't exist anymore anyways

[@bambilover26]

I love the fabric for the cape and only wish the pattern had a full size cape to show it off more! Super cute, even if it's not your favorite ❤ thanks for putting in the effort and making Frodo the most hilarious little doggo there ever was

[@nukuli]

I thought she was gonna say *“rise and shine”* when she put the spiky skirt thingy on her face

[@hannahbell6388]

Every time you craft I have the urge to go sew an outfit but I have no time or a sewing machine. you look fabulous I love it.

[@Brandyrose111]

Hello! 👋🏻 I’m early! Yes extend that spooky season! 🥰🎃🖤✨🍁

[@jf2801]

Unrelated, but your house looks so cute and cozy. And ik this is a year ago, so you may have moved, but it's a whole warm aesthetic!

[@irisholiday34]

Of course Frodo forgave you! A pet's love lasts forever ❤️

[@MxKellyBear]

This was pure vintage Halloween joy! And Frodo is THE cutest.

[@hannaholson4999]

Every season can be spooky season if you play your cards right😉😎😅

[@jodirodriguez5158]

Perfectly adorable! I love our free style craftiness! You look great in it! It is cute!

[@Emilovesyouuuu]

I've never been this early! 🎃🎃🎃

[@rachelmaksy]

Heehee hi!!

[@Emilovesyouuuu]

@@rachelmaksy loved the whole look! I think this might be one of my favorites!

[@michellecornum5856]

YAY SCISSORS!!! You could just attach the pumpkins to the skirt. Yes, tired burnout busy week. LOVE THIS!! LOVE YOU!! (It's not Christmas YET!!!! WE STILL HAVE THANKS GIVING MONTH!!) Carry the Orange FORWARD!!!