I've been Sewing Costumes for 20 years (and I've run out of room)

[@kathyjohnson2043]

There's nothing wrong with making historically inspired clothes with found fabric and whatever is available. After all, they would have done that in the past!

[@BigGrabowski]

Yeah, and if the patterns ended up looking "inaccurate", it was also perfectly normal. Women back then spent most of their childhoods learning to at least needlepoint, and if a woman couldn't hire a seamstress, she'd try her very best to eyeball what the present fashion looks like when sewing it herself. By the time the 19th century rolled around, sewing patterns emerged for sale, enabling even the most basic sewer to make slightly more accurate measurements. This isn't even to mention all the poor women who'd wear the same few dresses their whole lives, rehemming and taking in or out the fabric to keep up with trends. In American reenactment circles, we call those who wear anachronistic fabrics or accessories "farbs" for the little effort they put in to blending in. Whatever your budget and skill demands, I give no judgment.

[@kathyjohnson2043]

@@BigGrabowski My grandmother knew a girl whose dress (singular) had sleeves a different shade than the dress. Her mom made it with 2 pair of sleeves, one short and one long, and because she had worn the dress every day, washing once a week for 6 months, the dress had faded but the replaced sleeves were like new.

[@kathyjohnson2043]

How interesting that 2 creators posted their costume collection today! Spring cleaning?

[@Shahrezad1]

I'm an upcycler, so a majority of my fabrics were once bedsheets, blankets, and upholstery remnants in a past life. 🤷 But I still try to match up fabric colors and patterns with outfits and time periods that they would fit best in. (For example, when dying cloth I use food remnants, like onion skins, avocado pits, and pomegranate rinds to get the natural colors used by Vikings and those in the Medieval period.) I think we just do the best with what we have. ☺️👍

[@BigGrabowski]

@@kathyjohnson2043 Aw, I'm sure it looked okay. We'd call the difference in shades colorblocking today. It was pretty fashionable in the late middle ages, but maybe it was inspired by similar circumstances back then. Too bad about the longer sleeve, though.

[@peter_bazinet]

I'm a newbie at sewing. My first foray into sewing was having to make a Victorian costume for a Dia de Los Muertos festival from a pattern I found at JOANN's. I had never even looked at a sewing machine before. The woman told me it would take about a week or so to completed. It took me TWO MONTHS. I was so nervous, I was sewing at a turtles pace, which made my stitches really nice. Luckily, a friend who sews ended up watching over me and giving me advice when I needed it. I made the jacket, pants, vest and shirt. It ended up looking pretty good. At the festival, people asked me where I purchased my costume. When I told them I sewed it, nobody believed me. I would immediately take the jacket off and show them the inside where there were a couple of places where I messed up. I guess most people don't expect a man to sew. I've made a couple of more costumes since. The most difficult (again from a JOANN's pattern) was a steampunk costume made in wide whale corduroy. The lapels and inside of the coat tails were vinyl that looked like riveted metal, as well as some leather trim. I broke a lot of needles making that one and almost gave up. I realized I wasn't doing too badly when someone offered me a nice amount of money to purchase it. I kept it. But when I'm feeling like I want to give up, I come here or Abby's page, watch a video, and I'm re-energized to continue. Thank you for your inspiration. I will never get to your level of ability, but these video do help me cross hurdles and make strides.

[@m.maclellan7147]

Good for you ! We need more men doing creative work. Don't know if you are familiar with Adam Savage, (formerly of Myth Busters), but he has a great channel here on KZbin and he often sews for his costumes or any bags he may need. Less gender issues = more creativity in my book !

[@laurawoods7867]

That was an ambitious place to start your sewing adventures. Good for you.

[@maggiekedves]

If you put 20 years into your passion you might be surprised to see you catching up to her expertise 😉 have a wonderful adventure along the way!

[@megb9700]

A good number of men in New England have sewing and fiber art hobbies! Winters are long, quilting bees are social.

[@RegstarRogstar]

masculine historical and vintage clothing is so nice its a shame theres not much content of them on sewing youtube. i wish more men get on this thing. youre amazing for what you do!

[@seeaaannnn]

This video couldn't have come at a more convenient time for me! Just yesterday I was accepted to a college for theatre costuming which I've decided to do after being inspired by You, Abby and everyone else for these past few years now and seeing your journey from the beginning has me very excited and looking forward to my own. I'd like to thank you for being a source of inspiration and helping me find something I love to do and learn how to do it well. I wouldn't have my current skillset and knowledge if not for your videos.

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Congrats and make it the best time of your life!

[@johannahayhtio8608]

Congratulations! 🤗 I think its going to be so wonderful journey 🖖 im so happy for you ❤️

[@suzannemorrell439]

Congratulations! Best of everything and enjoy :)

[@trishwinstead28]

Congratulations! Doing well what you love makes life more joyful. What you are already learning here is fabulous.

[@Ashley-xu1lk]

Congratulations, that's amazing!!!

[@amynellibabi]

I audibly gasped at how beautiful some of these pieces are. If I was able to sew like this I don't think I could let any of these dresses go!

[@JulianaOliveira-hf1oe]

A little over a year ago, I was in a bad accident and came across your channel while bed ridden for 2 months after surgery. It was after christmas, and I got hooked on the Muppets christmas carol series. During that period, I've binged all your videos and have been following ever since. I love the educational intros, as much as the hands on crafts... so I just wanted to say thank you, and that I really enjoy your work. Hug from Portugal*

[@kathyjohnson2043]

I hope you are doing well

[@leechowning2712]

As a guy, the Muppets costume was a big help for my own life.

[@robbh6894]

I was once asked why I supported you on Patreon. It wasn’t in a mean way, it’s just that channel is just WAY outside my normal interests. It might seem hyperbolic but I said that society needs to have people like you and a channel like this! If my little bit of support makes that happen then I’ve done my part.

[@madaffi2434]

A pro with 20 years of experience shares her knowledge and insight for free with us youtube viewers, I can't express how grateful I am.

[@jeannamcgregor9967]

Wow, the remake of the lemon silk gown shows just how much you had learned. The line and fit are truly beautiful!

[@lyndabethcave3835]

I really love this. It's so easy to look at a CosTuber or someone on Instagram making gorgeous historical dresses, and miss the sheer amount of work and time and previous garments it took for that person to develop the skills to make that knockout ensemble that other people are swooning over. This entire video is such a beautiful way of honouring the effort and work that goes into building your experience and skill. It. Takes. Time.

[@crys6375]

This video is inspiring in multiple ways. Not only is it fun to see so many beautiful garments, but it’s a great reminder to do something you love. It’s ok to make mistakes and learn along the way. I’ve loved historical clothing for so many years but I’ve never tried making anything. This video inspired me to finally make something even if it isn’t perfect and I have nowhere to wear a costume. It’s ok to do something for the learning experience and joy of creating.

[@trishwinstead28]

There is a fabulous community of people who sew historic costume for dolls. It gives "someone" a chance to wear the gorgeous outfits. Since the doll can range from a fabulous modern, like a BJD, to an antique doll from the Era, the varios doll costuming communities will be wildly different.

[@trishwinstead28]

Wish I knew how to edit. *various

[@gracie9658]

​@@trishwinstead28 you can click on the three dots at the top right of your comment and you can select "edit" or "modify", not sure of the exact word.

[@EilonwyG]

OMG, you worked on the costumes for the movie that had Travis Willingham and Laura Bailey!? Now I have three reasons to wish this movie actually made it to theater!

[@OddlyElly]

😭 one day we might be so lucky

[@melissashiels7838]

We have such similar stories! Last year (2022) was my 20 anniversary of re-enactment, and thus historical clothing sewing. I started out doing Viking and late 12th century (because if you don't do Viking in Ireland, you're not going to have many gigs to go to). I think it was around 2003 or 2004 I started making my real love, 1530s, and simultaneously making 13th, 14th, and 15th century clothing as well. From 2008-2013, I was making clothing from all over the 16th century, and a brief foray into the early 17th century for a particular gig. In 2013 I got into American Civil war re-enactment and started off with a ballgown, but then made everyday wear for being in camp. In 2015, my friend convinced me to go to the Georgian and Regency ball in Bath with her, so I started making stays and pocket hoops and a gown for the ball. Late 18th century has been my obsession now since then, and in 2018 I was pulled slowly into Regency. I dove headlong into Regency in 2020 and now have a wardrobe that I could wear something different every day for a week if I needed to (I'm hoping to go to Bath in September this year with a group of girls). I've been asked to do early 20th century (specifically the Irish Civil War and Bloomsday celebrations), but I had to draw the line somewhere!

[@beeticket]

You ever see one of those dresses like a Worth gown and think to yourself “what magician was capable of making that”? You would’ve been one of those magicians. You’re amazing. AMAZING.

[@CaseyMaura]

Pausing to say I will never forget how fun that 1912 event was in 2012, and how in awe I was of your skills! 😊 It was such fun getting to geek over costuming with everyone! (I’ve pretty much dropped off the costuming radar as my life took a different path in 2013, so that particular 1912 event holds a special place in my heart as it was really the last time I made a full historic ensemble…)

[@MyInitialsAreCBD]

If the production company that makes "The Great British Sewing Bee" ever makes a similar program here, such as for PBS, my hope would be that it has the two regular judges and a host, but also rotating guest judges so historic clothing youtubers like yourself, Abby, Morgan, Bernadette and more could get even wider exposure.

[@virginiacardinal9563]

Nicole: "I hope that this inspires you" Me: "Yes, yes it does." I have a 1927 Singer sewing machine, with all the attachments, that I am slowly learning how to use. And I am feeling extra inspired to make, eventually, an evening gown for the opera. I am thinking Edwardian style. I am so grateful to you and other youtubers for showing me that I can learn how to sew, learn how to make my own wardrobe, so I can have a wardrobe that is so much better, in many different ways, than what I can get in majority of the stores.

[@trishblakely3476]

I hope you realize how extraordinary you are, Nicole. There are few people who would dedicate such time and effort to study and learn and grow as you have. I’m sure letting go of these pieces will be difficult but the next owners will be so fortunate to enjoy them.

[@CollaborativeDog]

"I had an event so I had to whip up a (fill in the century) outfit..." I fantasize about having the knowledge, skill, and assets to put "whip up" and "period clothing" in the same sentence that doesn't mean me going to a thrift store and cobbling together "ish" looks. Thank you for letting me live vicariously through you!!

[@stiofanmacamhalghaidhau765]

...and that's where I learned...and that's how I learned about...and so I learned lot... on and on all through this journey of two decades. and that's what it's all about. and we are now so lucky to learn from and alongside you, we are truly blessed.

[@DipityS]

You, my Lady, are a doer on an almost unimaginable scale to my lazy-self. That first piece was gorgeous - just beautiful. I understand you had a long way to go - in hindsight sitting where you are now with many years of dedicated research and practice you can see what you did wrong - but to my eyes it was just perfectly wonderful. Also love to see baby you 😊 It would be a shame for these gowns to be tucked away in the dark, they deserve to have their time in the public eye being admired and fussed over and loved by their owner - good luck with letting go!

[@IrishMist640]

An astonishing and inspiring amount of work, Nicole. Thanks for sharing your talent and knowledge. ❤

[@Lesverts]

The haunted mansion bride dress is amazing. I go to Disney frequently and have never seen anyone wear something that fine.

[@greendragon8775]

Oh my god…I’m a huge Critical Role fan and spotted both Laura Bailey and Travis Willingham in your screenshots from To Have and To Hold…the crossover is exploding my brain. Also, the clothes are beautiful and I love your work!😅

[@Kristina__K]

Haha omg I didn't even realise that was Travis because I was so surprised to see Laura that she was all I focused on 😄

[@mxheathcliff]

S A M E 🤣

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

Congratulations on your 20th anniversary! The time thing only gets weirder. I am 54 and I still feel like exactly who I was when I was 35 except that I know more stuff now and I've also been traumatized by different events from 2016 and 2020. 😅 I'm so excited about this video! ❤

[@PChuu22]

Just the little intro with the fashion show has made me love your brain even more. Good god, the treasure trove of knowledge and practical ability in there...

[@angelaross1]

Astounding amount of work. I started following you in 2020. You inspired me to start sewing again for myself after stopping for 30yrs. I have learned with you and have grown and even if I’m no where near you level, I am having so much fun. Thank you

[@SpanishEclectic]

At one point in my life I thought I could make complete historical outfits for every event the way you have done, but life (and buying old houses to fix up) got in the way. I have patterns and a lot of fabric, and who knows if I'll every get to it. I do have a viking ensemble, a number of Norman-style dresses from SCA, a 1790s traveling dress (yes, inspired by Amadeus), and an 1880s bustle bridesmaid's dress from my friend's Christmas wedding. This was a terrific vicarious costuming experience for me. Thank you for sharing your wonderful work. I enjoyed the journey. You are so skilled, and it's great you met someone like Abby to share your passion for costuming history.

[@RianShafer]

You are amazing Nicole! Not only do you create historic clothing that you look beautiful in, but shoes too!

[@debcarroll8192]

This historical costuming wardrobe is an amazing achievement! I never cease to be blown away by your skills!

[@therealJamieJoy]

Some of these items literally took my breath away. You are incredibly patient, talented and an astute expert at your craft. thank you so much for sharing this with us all.

[@heidicook2395]

Oh my goodness!!! Thank you for sharing some of your early history and work. It is absolutely amazing! ❤️

[@sweetymee]

That steampunk phase immediately resonated with me. That was the first alternative style I discovered and fell in love with. I did construct a shoulder harness out if leather, but it was first when I discovered historical costuming (via Bernadette’s now famous modern walking skirt video) that I found my way into sewing. Along the way I discovered you, Abby and all the others. Seeing this made me think of my own (fairly new, been sewing since 2019) journey so far and made me genuinely happy about the years and projects to come❤ also I put my current project in the timeout corner yesterday, so this was I nice reminder that it’s going to be fine. Eventually.

[@Lunareon]

Thank you for sharing all these lovely projects. It is important to look back once in a while, to see how far you have come. When you are just starting something new, it can easily feel overwhelming to see everyone at their current level of skills and expertise. That is why I think it is also super important for the more experienced people to share their journey, to show that everyone is a beginner at first. And with more and better resources available today, who knows how much faster the beginners of today can develop and progress!

[@fq3530]

My personal favourite is the navy steampunk jacket at 14:06, the lapel and standing collar just look excellent and the detailing is great.

[@kjtherrick4031]

Thanks for sharing these lovely clothes and your seamstress/tailoring/costuming journey thus far. I LOVE the two 19th-C blue gowns and hope you get to wear the last one you showed very soon to some special event.

[@debra333]

Hi, Nicole! You're such an inspiration of fearless enthusiasm. Thank you for sharing your vast talent so generously. ❤️

[@missmollygoodgolly6088]

Nicole, I am totally in awe of your ability and creativity and craftsmanship in creating these gorgeous ensembles. My absolute favorite is the 1790s evening gown. So beautiful!! I love the embroidery and the beading. It’s exquisite! You are very talented and thank you for sharing your creations with us!!

[@toadallyneedleandthread1057]

It's always so cool to see where someone has started and how much they've grown! Some of these pieces truly are art

[@spiritbird2247]

You have literally been sewing historical costume longer than I have been alive. You are such an inspiration to anyone wanting to start on a historical sewing journey and I’m so glad that even you think some of your projects were probably best just as learning items.

[@kathleenhensley5951]

'Silk can't manage summer heat in Virginia' NOTHING and NO one can manage June heat in Virginia. Lovely, lovely work. incredible achievements in every possible way. You have not only a surplus of talent, you have a surplus of skill, passion and knowledge. WELL DONE! I love Williamsburg. I'd love to tour Williamsburg one last time, this time with enough money. I haven't been back since the 1970s. Fell in love with the whole area and one very particular gentleman, from Charlottesville. I love the history.. the haunting feeling of beauty and history. Loved those costumes you wore there. One particularly was perfect. It wasn't a gown, it was a day dress.Have you ever considered the possibility that you are drawn to some eras because you were alive in those eras? I believe in reincarnation and believe my last lifetime was in the 1790s.Oh.. my mother actually did very elaborate needlework beading for a Catholic church. It is the most time consuming work possible. She refused to teach me and her knowledge died with her. Very good work.

[@irmar]

You mean June heat is worse than July in Greece? And yet we manage not to go around naked. And, about a century ago, ladies here were fully dressed with various layers as everywhere else in the world, corset and all. That's dedication to fashion for you!

[@ginaharris763]

👏You're sewing journey has been and continue to be absolutely amazing! Applause to you!👏👏👏

[@vbrown6445]

Congratulations on 20 years of amazing work, fun, and learning! And thank you for sharing these beautiful creations with us. Even though I don't sew, I am always impressed by people like you who combine great passion with great skill in any field.

[@GG_galaxyguts]

I finally was able to change my minor to costume design, I'm currently in a class called the history of clothing. Now we won't be getting into the era's as late as Victorian, this was amazing timing. My professor would love these!

[@TudorositiesbyMaureen]

This is why I make fashion dolls now, instead of full human sizes garments. Ran out of room with less than 30 garments. I have a many garments stored in totes. Even though I keep it down to the 16th century, quite of few changes over those 100 years. Thank you for sharing your collection and hope you can find new homes for them. All the luck!

[@AquaPenguin100]

As someone who lives near Williamsburg, I'm always impressed with the employees' costumes and how they manage to survive our summers lol like it's 115° with the humidity and yall just calmly walking down the street

[@laniinla2354]

Those 19teens dresses and suits absolutely FLOORED me. Wow, I had no idea that period was so vibrant and interesting!

[@melissamybubbles6139]

What a lovely collection which represents an enormous amount of time, effort, and money. I'm glad you're proud of your efforts. You have every right to be.

[@Chaotic_Pixie]

We love an audacious level of confidence! Also, I'm now using that term when describing my mentality when I dive head first into a new project with *just* enough knowledge for it to be potentially disastrous while having an outrageous level of self-assurance that I can problem-solve & research my way out of any sticky situation that may arise. I am so happy the YT algorithm works in such wonderful ways. A YT search for darning so I could mend socks I had knit led me to Bernadette being recommended and I became obsessed. In the process of binging her entire playlist, the YT algorithm gifted me with Abby and I proceeded to consume her entire playlist which is where I found you & Morgan and proceeded to do the same. The inspiration has been so rich and the company has been fabulous. I often have one of you lovely ladies (or Rachel/Noelle/Karolina) keeping me company while I go head first into one of my audaciously confident creative endeavors... be that learning a new technique on an ridiculously elaborate shawl, finding a picture of an extant historical piece and saying, "hey! I can do that" and winging a pattern for it, or that I too, can be a writer of books other people want for reference.

[@artheaded1]

So many amazing and beautiful pieces! I think its easy to forget how much you've done over the years when there's always a new project in your lap. I love that 2023 Nicole is amazed at how much time younger Nicole put into some of these projects. You're an inspiration for us to keep trying and to keep learning.

[@sami5261]

I think Nicole is so amazing! So knowledgable and professional, showing such love for the craft.

[@gemstonesparkle7915]

Oh gosh, so many beautiful garments it made me breathless, I could never get rid of any of those precious things! But many years to come, and I believe you’ll be making many more. I just discovered this channel and I’m subscribing to see it!

[@JustSayin916]

Absolutely beautiful! You SHOULD be proud of all your hard work and artistry. I oohed and ahhed over every dress, but the last dress blew me away! How absolutely fabulous! Thank you for sharing your creations on KZbin!

[@marga5117]

Absolutely marvellous, watching it now for the third time! You are a great artist and craftswoman. Thanks for this beautiful inside look!

[@roxannlegg750]

Thankyou for doining this video!!!! Im glad im not the only one...your collections are truely stunning. However making all these before you tube exploded with costubers was an interesting exercise. My addiction to silk is beyond the pale!! However I have also found ways of being incredibly thrifty. Ive made everything from early season Outlander, Georgian, thru to 1970. (I did take out a first for my silk Georgian gown at the Royal Show last year in the costume category, and there was a LOT of entrants.). I too have been doing historical costuming for over 20 years, and I too have run out of room. I did costuming at a family level, not only historical but cosplay for the family. My husband is in either Original Trek or Zapp Brannigan and, the kids go to comic con in either Trek, LOTR (my daughter went as Arwen and she took out a first for stage/screen replica), Dr Who etc. I made an entire wardrobe of Victorian for our children too, lots of clothing there as we started doing this while our eldest was under 10, and they were still doing events with us when they were 17! The number of high quality garments Ive made is eye watering. . At last count Ive mad over 80 to 90 FULL costume sets, (including those for our children, and they needed a new set each year they grew. So the equates to approx 200 garments, and that doesnt include the garments Ive made for others as commissions or the ones for friends for our birthdays. I made 40 garments for my non sewing freinds for my Hobbit themed major birthday, and the previous major birthday was 1940's, and i made 6 gowns for that, and 3 sets of 2 piece sets. . (mine was an original ). Yet the addiction is still there. Then i discovered milinery about 12 years ago...and i quickly became the go to gal for bonnets. We are part of The Victoriana Society of South Australia and they started in 1985, and i joined in 2002.. The lack of room is my biggest issue as altho I now use our daughters old bedroom as my sewing room, I STILL dont have room for normal storage. The most precious of garments are inside I decided to take the hoops out of the crinolines and roll them up, tape the into a round, and fold the frilled skirts to put them away. I hadnt used them in over a decade mow as if i do any kind of Victorian event i use my rope one for 1930, or I do 1890's/Edwardian. The rest are in deep storage, or Ive sold off. that was HARD!! But we did this as a family, and now the kids have left home we have vintage cars and do mid 20th century costuming and am now a judge for a national Morris Minor rally here in April. Its definately a lifestyle, not a hobby. I want to take my costuming now in a different direction. Now I do more commissions than anything, but Its kept my alive in one of the most stressfull times in my life. Thx for the fashion show...your work is SO impressive!!

[@monikatomaszuk6079]

I really appreciate you talking about your early days and all the "mistakes" you've made. I'm just beginning my journey into making historically inspired clothing and it's SO intimidating; it's good to have a reminder that we all have to start somewhere. After all, "mistakes" is just another world for a "learning opportunity". :)

[@marikotrue3488]

The garments are beautiful. Everything looks well-planned and executed. My sewing skills are rudimentary. I take thrifted items needing only minor surgery to make clothing suited to my body and my needs. What makes that possible is finding garments with "good bones" (aka expert tailoring) made by some one who cares as much as Nicole Rudolph concerning fit and function.

[@theresebohn8966]

I bet there's some theater companies that would kill for some of these! Magnificent!!! I love so many of these. Congratulations, and keep up the excellent work!

[@fiberterian]

OMG, I worked in the costume shop at Ball State in the 90s. Have so many great memories and learned so much there! So nice to see the photos of the shop again!

[@Kristina__K]

Wait wait wait, is that Laura Bailey on the 'To have and to hold' picture at 1:22?! I love unexpected crossovers :D A stunning collection, Nicole, thanks for the video!

[@paigecunningham]

Sure looks like her to me!

[@lorrainedempsey3320]

Your sewing work, is impeccable, fabulous, fantastic, and absolutely gorgeous!!!!!!! Congratulations..

[@emilyrln]

Holy wow! That's a lot of outfits you've made. Love your channel!

[@tessiagriffith9555]

I love that you are wearing your aesthetic gown! I want to live in that gown.

[@davederrick9431]

A very impressive collection and understandably difficult to part with. I really love your Gonzo's costume. During COVID I made a 17 century outfit & have no idea what to do with it🤔. I think it will be my children's problem when I die.

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

These outfits are stunning! Love seeing your progression and knowing more of your history.

[@YrVillageWitch]

I think I was a muppet at you about the yellow inked Regency look at an event. You were very nice, despite me being totally weird, lol. I was obsessed that fashion plate and you just did it so perfectly! I loved seeing all of your pieces, thank you for sharing!

[@traceycreations-zz1zj]

You are building an amazing legacy. I admire this. You have built on your love of history. Thank You

[@brendabignall9926]

Wow! Your productivity is phenomenal! So many beautiful creations! Thank you for sharing your journey and accomplishments! Glad you now have a KZbin channel and I get to follow your adventures!!! ❤️💃🏻🎩🧷🪡🧵✨🎇 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟

[@monicapharo2330]

You are Amazing, by far my favorite Historical Garment / Sewing channel ❤❤❤

[@anna-karinjuhlin5092]

Very cool! I rarely sew clothes but I do make lamp shades and this video was great inspiration for fabric and color combinations. Now off to the stash!

[@xTashleyx]

I'm just now realizing that I could have met you or Abby in 2006/7 (when I was 6) on a vacay to Williamsburg and found you on KZbin all these years later is bananas! Got my first historic dress there too and was mad I had to wear crocs instead of accurate shoes. Let my dad hear about that for awhile. 😂

[@TheLonelyGod42]

I squeaked a little bit when you said you were at TeslaCon. I have been going since 2013 and it's been a huge part of my life. Seeing that there were two years in which we were both there may be very happy. Looking back I definitely remember your Harley Quinn outfit!

[@doodleswiththoughts]

Thank you so much for sharing your journey! I think a lot of the time what we see online doesn’t include earlier work. I’ve been sewing since I was a child and I certainly wouldn’t show off what I made in college. But it’s so cool to see the journey!

[@edendeckard1783]

All of this is so overwhelmingly beautiful

[@cinemarie7513]

Wow, this was really fun to watch! I think the Steam Punk garments are my favorite. Thanks for sharing 🙂

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

Same here !!

[@kathyelder6506]

I used to work for Colonial Williamsburg! Their costume department is really impressive. I always loved wearing a gown to work every day!

[@juliajs1752]

I'm glad I'm just a spinner and my last 10 years' worth of yarn fits in a... two... uhm, twelve 80-liter-boxes. Your craft is amazing and beautiful!

[@NinjaPiParadox]

20 years of costuming from one professional would be an amazing museum exhibit. In 100 years people will be trying to reassemble your collection.

[@dianebrady6784]

So, luv, since your out of room.....SELL US SOME of your beautiful creations.!!!!

[@katherinefunk9785]

I remember following your blog for a lot of these dresses! I was hugely into 18th century costuming at that time and constantly used your blog for inspiration:)

[@katiehansen-or2du]

You could wear the blue ball gown to costume college this year as Cinderella! It’s gorgeous!

[@claire2088]

that blue 1860's gown is actually stunning, I'm never really a fan of the silhouette but that gown 😍It's the first time I've even liked a gown from that period and maybe *the* strongest case of instant lust I've felt for a gown, omgggg the shoulers are exquisite

[@jilliedillie]

I love learning about women who become experts in their chosen field. Kudos to you. You have very right to be bursting with pride. I hope you get to wear the blue gown soon!

[@robinsiciliano8923]

Oh how I adore your videos! Wise words.

[@lisabmpls]

That was super fun!!!! Such incredible variety! Thank you for sharing all of your hard work!!!!!! 🫶

[@eshbena]

I've been sewing costumes for 40 years and I ran out of room about a decade or so ago. I started shoving them at friends who could fit them, even altering some, just to clear out my closets and racks. It's an ever burgeoning problem, because I still have things I want to make. I started making historical costumes for BJD dolls recently, because they take less yardage and storage is easier. Lets me try out styles, designs, underpinnings, etc. in miniature, like dressmakers' dolls of old, and I can make my mistakes without ruining 20 yards of silk. (Which remains a truly painful memory) I feel you in this video on a truly spiritual level. XD

[@bernadmanny]

I'm enjoying them all but I love the Navy Suit from you steampunk era and those leaf patterns on that green dress. Cynthia's ironwork Worth gown is fantastic.

[@jacquelinejanewashere]

Oh wow the icy blue bustle gown is gorgeous and my favorite 💙 you are unbelievably talented

[@saria_m1]

Incredibly inspiring video! I found myself gasping as each new piece was revealed. Keep up the great work. Thanks for sharing your talent!

[@aliencat11]

I absolutely love this! And many of the jackets I would wear regularly! Thanks for sharing your amazing work!

[@myfabulouslifewithlupus]

What a wonderful glimpse of your immense talent. Thanks for sharing.

[@kaytiej8311]

Looking forward to the vintage collection!

[@rhythmandblues_alibi]

Thoroughly enjoyed this video. It makes me feel not so bad for my very basic sewing skills, because I can see you have dedicated your life to learning and improving your skills. I only really sew these days to mend, though I made a few everyday things as a teen. I would love to have the confidence to try following a pattern one day. Your work is beautiful.

[@leoniefryer4238]

Wow what a journey. Thank you for sharing your amazing sewing, tailoring, research, skills and history. Wonderful 🙏

[@VeretenoVids]

I watched this entire video with my jaw on my chest. Just WOW!

[@marychapel8916]

What a delight it was to see your impressive body of work! I wish I had photos of garments I made in junior high in the 1970’s. 🙋🏼‍♀️💕

[@marybethbasu8858]

Just delightful to see your journey and these lovely pieces! I've never done anything at your level, but I do know how hard it is to let go of things you've sewn and worked hard on, especially if they are associated with special events. Great idea to do this video for them

[@tonyawilliams9433]

I have really enjoyed your channel. This has been so educational and inspirational. Your interest in fashion has opened up a whole new avenue for me. You have made so many beautiful things. Your clothes are gorgeous! But...your extensive knowledge of under garments, hats, shoes and so many other items has been totally fascinating! What a joy and pleasure it has been hearing about your life and experiences. Thank you for sharing this truly interesting subject. I look forward to your future videos. 🙌🏻 🙌🏻 🙌🏻

[@gkseeton]

Loved seeing your progress. My favorite so far in your channel is still the jacket you borrowed and copied. I still have great longing for a pattern for that jacket. I keep looking for something like but there isn’t. Love your videos that do details on tailoring. Marvelous and fascinating.

[@crashofthemoons]

I just want to say that it is very impressive that you have the knowledge and skill to hand sew so many different time period gowns. If we think back historically, people didn't have to know how to sew that many different style gowns, they only had to master their time period techniques. bravo! 👏

[@FormerlyKreager]

Thank you for sharing! What a beautiful body of work! You're such an inspiration!!! :)