January & February Monthly Vlog - Tailoring, organizing, and 1840s things!

This video is kind of a mess. But I'm determined to vlog more this year - even when they turn out messy! I hope that you'll enjoy regardless and stay tuned for more organized ones in the future! :)
Things mentioned (in order) :
• Making a Robe à la Fra...
• Making a Robe à la Fra...
Devoted videos to the 18th century dress:
Books mentioned: (these are affiliate links)
Janet Arnold's book: amzn.to/2Y01MUW
Norah Waugh's book: amzn.to/2W5jhSe
Nancy Bradfield's book: amzn.to/2Y1RfZx
Pattern sellers:
www.ebay.com/u...
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Plaid suit: • Making a Vest Set & Ne...
Romper video (patreon exclusive): / making-1940s-and-24317593
Estate sale haul: • Estate Sale Haul - But...
Canvas boards for bolting: www.dickblick....
The jellyfish fabric is from Tula Pink
The fabrics for the 1840's dress were all from Silkbaron
Sunflower dress: angelacostumer...
Tailoring stuff : (these are affiliate links)
Authentic victorian tailoring techniques: amzn.to/2Co5v5H
Couture tailoring: amzn.to/2W0QyOd
Board: amzn.to/2Y1vqJx
Gravity feed iron: amzn.to/2T6vUug
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It helps fund all my videos. And contributing gives you early access to my videos, and access to a bunch of exclusive content!
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If you are interested in seeing more of my work or contacting me, I'll leave links to my various sites below!
Instagram: / angelacostumery
Blog: https: angelacostumery...
Email: [e-mail] [serious inquires only please!]
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About me:
My name is Angela Clayton, I’m a twenty year old designer and seamstress who is currently living on Long Island, in NY.
I’ve been sewing for five years and focused on period costumes and original designs for the last three. I make costumes for fun and to expand my skill set so I can hopefully get a job in the industry someday.
I can be contacted with inquires about paid work via the email above.
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My patterns (go buy them!): mccallpattern....
Meet my sewing machines video! : • Meet My Sewing Machine...
My dress form is a 10-12 display form from buystoreshelving.com
My reference books: angelacostumer...
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[@CSmith-tn8nv]

Wow!! My head is spinning from all the projects you're doing - AT THE SAME TIME!!! You're amazing. Tailoring is whole different level of sewing. Kudos to you for tackling it. It looks great. It ALL looks great.

[@philiporlando616]

instablaster.

[@everyday_roman4583]

46 minutes.. YES PLEASE!! going to put the baby down, grab a cup of tea and relax!

[@nancyvolker3342]

🦄✨you get a unicorn with glitter award this week for all the work you have accomplished without harming any nail varnishes in the making of this video!🎈

[@vickinoeske1711]

That bonnet is beyond beautiful and so perfect with the lovely accomplished dress.

[@mhwhitebear1487]

Watching your sewing through the decades inspired me to get over my fear of sewing dresses! I’m working on my mock-up of a 1930’s kimono sleeve dress pattern I got as a gift!

[@Sophia-fc2kn]

That sounds lovely! How did it turn out?

[@sekaihatsu]

I'm so dizzy with your workload! You are a mad woman (in the best and most admirable way).

[@allihavetimefor7008]

“I have to refill this for the first time... do you think I should stand on the chair that spins? Or the padded stool?” I’m crying because I’m laughing so hard. You’re so adorable!

[@alyssawesselmann2554]

For button holes, and just about any sort of hand sewing stitch, I highly, highly, recommend the book "Handsewn" by Margaret Rowen. This book lays out all sorts of hand sewing stitches in a very clear, easy to follow method! I checked it out from my local library continuously, until I finally got it for Christmas a year ago. It's clarified so many different stitches for me!

[@PeenkCupkake]

I absolutely loved this video, specially how sporadic it was 😂😍

[@nancyvolker3342]

Cut a 2"strip of cardboard or plastic get white duct tape and cover the bottom of your desk opening so you don't trap your foot 🐣

[@Elemiriel]

I LOOOOOOOVE the bonnet!! If you made a pattern for that I would SO buy it!! Maybe you could make a set of hat patterns with McCall's!

[@annamarie5988]

Katherine Hamar that’s an awesome suggestion!

[@elizabethdierickx1363]

Enjoyed this video alot. My head would explode doing this many projects at once....so kudos to you.

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Awww, your dog has the sweetest face!

[@dawncauldin9797]

This vlog + a cuppa tea has been the perfect break needed. I can’t tell you how much I’m enjoying the sorting of things. Organization in the midst of chaos ❤️

[@TeaCupCracked]

Petticoats. I Went on a petticoat rampage for the last 2-3 months. Why? Not sure; I think it's that I know I'm moving by summer and I wanted to clear out my stockpile of high-thread count white bed sheets. What I've done with each petticoat is used my hip measurement as my waist measurement (all of them have elastic waist bands) and then just made a tube... BUT from there, for each one, the hem length is different and I picked one sewing technique I haven't done to apply to it as a way to test things without the end product being visible (and yet not create something that will get tossed instead of used). So far my favorite has been making a flannel-lined cotton petticoat; these things were popular in the 1800s but the base concept is still super useful for fashion today. With this kind of under layer you can wear all of your light weight skirts and dresses through winter; so while you still might not want to wear spring colors in mid-winter, you can still wear all your favorite neutral color pieces that were only seasonal because of their weight/ thickness. The important detail to try and apply when making a flannel petticoat is to go back after doing the basic assembly (sandwiching/sewing two tubes of fabric together, outer-facing layer cotton and inner layer flannel, and folding over/sewing down the waistband tube after turning them right side out) and do a bit of quilting. My quilting pattern was just the simple grid/quilting squares look because the cotton lawn was really floaty, but if anyone likes hand embroidering/quilting this would be an opportunity to practice your technique without worrying about how perfect it will look once complete.

[@AdirondackRuby]

That 4549 Jumper & Blouse pattern is so cute! Love the longer pants of view 1 on that (absolutely definitely not) Simplicity 3250. The mommy & baby sheep are just perfect for your room decor. Sleeve patterns are just wild, aren't they? Can't wait to see the next Sewing Through The Decades installment.

[@nancyvolker3342]

I hope you took pics of you sketches. You my want to do a book at some point♥

[@io1380]

the blue piping is so gorgeous

[@evonaagrochowski8006]

Yeah,..! I have plenty of ideas, now and even going to be doing two quilting ideas, I just purchased two quilting patterns, and a last really, really, cool jacket pattern. So, while I am waiting on all that to come in,...! I may just get started on doing more cleaning this weekend. On the plus side I did get the back seat of my car cleaned out, now just the trunk space is left. Wahooo!!!!

[@lauraklinglesmith4894]

I love estate sales for vintage yarn as I am a knitter also. I wish when I made a list that I could actually remove things from said list! You would make an excellent professional organizer!

[@samreese1751]

I can't wait for a full sewing room tour!! :D

[@reneeslarve4655]

ANGELA, THE TAFETA DRESS IS AMAZING, beautiful. The hat matches matches in style and looks so very pretty. You have grand plans, and moving on and getting it done, Good Job! It is such a joy to watch your progress and growth!

[@kitdubhran2968]

This may have seemed like a mess to you but it was super inspiring. I let it play while digging through my stash for old sheets to start cutting out my first corset pattern (mock up/pattern, etc). I'm almost done cutting everything and adding all the marks I need to remember for the actual cutting and fitting in the future. Thanks so much for this vlog! So nice to watch! ❤️

[@HerArtisticAlterImag]

I would love to be able to sew my own clothes someday! If you ever had the time between all your projects to create an online sewing course for beginners I would SO buy it! Your voice is so calming and the way you explain stuff is so clear.

[@annamarie5988]

HerArtisticAlterImag yes! Maybe a sew along style class?

[@jupiter1217]

Your button binders are a great idea! Wish I'd have thought of that, before storing my vintage buttons in a box together, where they got all scuffed.

[@hannahmotter6598]

Angela, I'm so proud of everything you've managed to do in 2 months. I'm currently procrastinating finishing a simple project that will take less then an hour, and after listening to you work through your own procrastination on projects that take much much longer you're giving me inspiration to work. ❤️

[@sylvievicenza179]

Angela, I have a bunch of vintage pattern to give. I am now not needing them because I make my own patterns. Months ago, I have tried to reach you to give them but was not lucky. I will pay postage. Is there a business or office that know you where I could ship them. I do not know to whom give them and today seeing your video make me think about this pile to give. Ciao

[@magicattic]

I don't know if you have thought of this...but you should really file all your items with your insurance company. If you ever had a fire or anything you would want to be able to replace at least some of this amazing stuff. You surely have tens of thousands of dollars worth of costumes, lace, fabric, patterns, etc.

[@gwendalyntaggart2242]

Great video! Can’t wait to see all the things done!

[@deannamartin799]

I've recently started sewing, have tried a few things and went on a pattern course, and am largely just frustrated when things go wrong and I feel like I'm wasting material (I know I'm learning but it's still frustrating) so hearing you talk about completely re-doing projects makes me feel loads better to know it's not just me! Especially when you make such complicated outfits look so easy!

[@jenniferknowles2023]

I adore the matching dress and bonnet!

[@galewhiteman2047]

LOVED!!!! This video!! Similar to me showing my brother my craft/bedroom recently. I thought his head was going to explode from too much being talked about at once. A lot of different projects. I bought the cutest dang Easter bunny the other day at Marshall’s. I loved your lambs! I bought a large lamb in Tampa last year. They all make me smile. I’m 62...young at heart. KEEP MAKING ME LAUGH & SMILE. YOU ARE A JEWEL!! You’ve taught me so much. The bonnet was AMAZING!!

[@lisar816]

Thank you, I always love your videos.

[@mblum1611]

Have you considered converting that lovely riding jacket into a vest? Because it's as lovely sleeveless as it will be with sleeves! Then again, I'm obsessed with vests...

[@ellenwood719]

I enjoyed every minute of this video. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@chiara4249]

Looking forward to a sewing room tour! The colors and aesthetic of the room are so beautiful!

[@cabrics1985]

She already posted a room tour!

[@annd.h.1336]

You should be working for Terry Dresbach from OUTLANDER costuming, you're incredibly talented and perfect for the show as they have costumes from 1700's through 1970

[@nicoledeloncrais5940]

Holy Moly Angela. That bonnet is so very intimidating and just to die for. And the matching dress, oho my word. Your room is completely fabulishous. And the mummy and baby sheep 🐑 gorgeous touch. Seriously Angela you are bookoo talented, brave and bold in venturing forth into new frontiers of learning!!! Wow you go girl 🤗🥰🙏🏻love it

[@annafriedli2873]

Dear Angela, as a professional seamstress I understand your struggle with handsewn buttonholes. It takes time to master them and the only way to get there is practise. so don’t get discouraged. It looks to me like the knots of your stitch are on the outside of your buttonhole, where as they should in fact be on the inside - the two rows of knots almost touching in the middle. The idea is to strengthen the edge of the cut fabric. Always wrap your thread around the needletop clockwise with the needle still stuck in the fabric, then pulling the needle through and slightly to the right. with some tension, the knot will form where it should.There is a very in depth video by „The Yorkshire Tailor“ on KZbin. Good luck from Switzerland

[@evonaagrochowski8006]

I need to catch up on my cleaning, and after I totally finish the last write up for my Victorian Collection at the Arizona State Fair,.. I am going to start some serious major, catching up on my cleaning. Now, that my knee is, finally, finally been fixed. I had to get an injection in my left knee, of some of that Synvisc Gel. Not certain if I m spelling it, right, though. But finally, finally, no more Psycho pain, in my left knee!

[@megs7019]

Really enjoyed seeing the finished bonnet can’t wait too see the dress. Love the color of the ridding jacket. Love the collection of lace getting organized. Can’t wait to see you make the sunflower dress.

[@evonaagrochowski8006]

I also want to do some fabric shopping this week, finally clean out my car, now that it s getting cooler,..! I am over the top excited about All of my work for the Arizona State Fair. I decided to enter all of my costumes in the fair this year, rather then, to go out for Halloween. Unless I have a date, then I am certain I can find some kind of "Steam Punk" out fit,..!

[@jordansmithson9602]

You're amazing! Never let anyone tell you otherwise.

[@zenamorgan1754]

I love how organized you are

[@gamerrat6398]

I hope you decide to make the medieval dress, I miss that kind of Classic Clayton Sewing Staple™!

[@eileenmarie1652]

I am redesigning my wardrobe to be more historical. I’m going for a modern sort of Victorian and 50s style. Victorian is my guilty pleasure though! 50s for everyday as they’ll be semi easier to make lol Your tutorials help a lot :)

[@kharagillock8467]

Same here

[@TheKitteth]

Your master level organisation makes me feel so messy. But then I dont have a whole room for all my sewing stuff... I wish I had a whole room for my sewing/writing... AKA I need a "she shed" lol

[@goldenruby1]

Yay! I look forward to your videos! ❤️

[@magicattic]

Oh Angela!!! You have really outdone yourself. That 1840's dress is stunning. You look beautiful wearing that dress and bonnet, my gosh! I hope when you said you were "sending off the pattern" that means that we can buy it sometime in the future...?

[@kerryhorwitz4093]

Crumbs...after hearing all the things you plan to do I needed a little nap.

[@nancyvolker3342]

You did so many different projects and other things I lost count on the no of nail polishes you used. LOL! 🎨💅👸

[@edwardianmystery]

[@IguanaLife]

I'd love to see a series of videos in which you do stuff with all your materials already on hand and not already set aside for other projects!

[@susanlein7849]

It was so nice to hear your updates! I loved it -- even if it was "messy" as you say. It was just lovely to catch up with you and your real life!

[@rebeccaa3541]

One VERY important note when you craft paper or any paper for drawing, writing, or using as mat is making sure that the paper is acid free. If the paper is not acid free it will start fading in color and eating itself.

[@synoaponga7697]

I've missed a few videos but I'm finally catching up while I work on my knitting! I'm very curious about all the new tailoring techniques and the final result of course.

[@LaughingDogsBookNook]

Catching up on watching your videos here and on Patreon. Love these! I watch while I craft. Thanks for all the hard work you go through to bring us these videos! Laura

[@christinesteele5716]

Love love love the 1840's outfit! You look amazing in it! Looks like I'm not the only one with a lot of lace :-)

[@evonaagrochowski8006]

And this is going to be my 2nd fashion show of the year, at the State Fair, first time taking part in the State Fair, Fashion show. Which is on the 26th, of October. Looking forward to seeing how my collection is going to be laid out, I actually am happy, that I photographed most of the lay out, and gave them a copy of this photograph. So it will be more, to my liking! And I did decide to include my Victorian Mirror,..! I hope that I will get one of those larger display cases, so that they can hang the mirror, too! Basically it s all the stuff, that could be found on a Victorian Ladies Vanity,..! And a few items, that look like they could be from, Downton Abbey. I can't wait, till this friday, that movie is coming out. Definitely, definitely, going to it,. nothing can keep me away from, that one. Not even if the sky falls,..!

[@imamonstr]

I'm slowing just watching all of your things. Love you! So many questions!

[@poopycarrot]

it was so cute how excited you got about those sheep omg

[@llamafromspace]

I’m loving this blog style video from you. Very cute lamb!

[@Saltymongoose]

Those button binders!! What a great idea!

[@llamafromspace]

You often comment that you can’t remember what you have filmed. Something like the Agile process might help with tracking the progress of both your sewing and video making. 🙂 love your channel!

[@christinegallo4983]

My mom has a sleeve board with a sticker saying it was made in West Germany and I think that’s really neat

[@dawn8293]

This video is magic. It made me happy, and I'm not sure why

[@allieg6401]

Wow so great to see behind the scenes and catch up! I know all about mental exhaustion!

[@nancyvolker3342]

LOL! I'm glad you chose the stool that spinning chair didn't seem like a good idea🍀

[@anniesmom2207]

What kind of deals have you made with the underworld to get 57 hour days, when the rest of us have to settle for 24??? Your gray jacket is turning out beautifully. Been watching men's bespoke suiting, so I actually understood the canvassing part. The lapels are wonderful. I can barely sew a stitch, but for some reason I'm fascinated by these period costumes and your skill at creating them. You're very charming and talented, and I'm so happy to subscribe to your channel.

[@therealbunnymix]

I love that purple puffy sleeve sweater you are wearing that we barely see. It's so cute and you look so cute in it.

[@lasphynge8001]

YAY! Medieval stuff! I'm excited!

[@sarahelmore83]

I’m so envious of all your tailoring tools. I need to invest in a chest/sleeve board.

[@joseehorton559]

I love these kinds of videos! It makes me feel so motivated to finish my own sewing projects, even though I secretly should be studying for o-chem lol

[@damnbro_idc]

You can't just make an Amish cosplay without making the appropriate underwear

[@ewright8661]

The men will go crazy.

[@rachele7398]

Amazing vid. I dont think this is messy. Just nice moments (that are far more productive then my time has been).

[@leewiley1944]

I love your hat!! It is such a lovely style!!

[@ingridnieman4216]

Where do you get your energy?? That list was a hundred things long--plus a cheesecake!

[@ingridnieman4216]

@my CBD life I'm 27, and I never had that energy, not even when I was a teenager.

[@maike__-]

@my CBD life I'm 20 and I don't have any energy because I go to school ~38 hours a week, plus hours of homework, assignments and revision for exams that are in a month but I can tell you, thanks to school I didn't have the time and or energy (for anything job-related that required more effort than a doodle) in... approximately three years. Yay... :/ I'm so glad it'll all be over soon and I'm planning on taking a gap year so I get time to have a life of my own again. I have so many plans for creative projects but I just never had the tiiiiiiime :')

[@AngelaClaytonCostumery]

Oh I WISH I had that energy all the time. There is a reason this video probably features fifteen days out of 60 - I have a lot of unproductive days, or boring days, editing days, or sleepy days. It's a big part of why I stopped vlogging, because sometimes I only had two days a MONTH where I felt up to talking about what I was working on! So my energy and productivity is an illusion! Also...my lists aren't necessarily a representative of what I get done. I'm pretty sure I didn't clean my bathroom that day, and the dress form got picked up a week later! The cheesecake however, was delicious. So delicious I ate too much and was horribly sick that evening. Good times haha!

[@helenharrison6550]

Angela Clayton even your bad days are inspiring and comforting, knowing someone as talented and driven as you having human moments and problems is something I think many of your viewers (myself included) relate to. Thank you for still making videos like this, and being so open with us.

[@louiselill1528]

@my CBD life it gets worse when you are in your 50s lol

[@9CatLives]

I am so jealous of your lace collection 😍

[@Gandellion]

That 1840s dress and bonnet are SO GOOD

[@madirahoffman9295]

Just recently subscribed to you and I've definitely have binged a whole lot on your content. I love these and think you're super adorable and Extremely talented. Keep up the great work! You're so inspiring!

[@hellenlebacq7613]

You are so amazing! i love all your work and work ethic!

[@michellecornum5856]

YAY!!!! The iron!! Thank you!!

[@Chowah]

I’ve been binge watching your videos and I love U! My spirit animal lol 😂

[@doreenwatson-read]

It's the middle of the night and I nodded off and started dreaming you were dressing your baby . 😊

[@PolyvoreThea]

So happy to see your work!

[@nancyvolker3342]

I ❤the lambs!🐑🐑

[@LizzieDeanMakes]

In Britain a jumper is a sweater so I always find it confusing when Americans use it as it always means something else - I am not 100% sure even what makes that vintage pattern a “jumper” - the dungaree tab tops? Also here a romper is only ever worn by a baby so not sure what makes the vintage romper pattern a “romper” either. Life is hard sometimes 😭🤣😭🤣 xx

[@VictorianMaid99]

what a lovely dress!

[@aurorad3522]

goal* make my self a button binder like Angela"s

[@amberschenavar7283]

I love your videos! You are an amazing artist!

[@sarahlarsen6233]

Finishing stuff while watching Drag Race.... same... haha I love all your videos!

[@MilDarkAngel]

I LOVE This long videos so much!!!

[@annawessman4029]

You're jus so good it's not even funny anymore! XD

[@bhavens9149]

Okay, Gorgeous hat and dress! 1840's smash hit! :)

[@langthangmay9490]

Very nice Angela ! I love you !

[@annamarie5988]

I really like the jellyfish dress!

[@megs7019]

Love this video can’t wait to see more

[@nancyvolker3342]

30! Nail polishes...😄😁😘😉I hope you cut that list back just a bit ...🤔like 29 or 28 polish colors😆

[@robyn3349]

Wow! You've been busy!!!

[@TL_oS]

Awesome vlog! I really enjoyed this.