Lets make a Varsity Jacket | The Tall Tailor

In this video, I create a varsity jacket from scratch, showing you the steps from cutting all the way to putting the jacket together. This piece was a commission made for a client, and all materials were sourced in Toronto. I had a lot of fun with this one, eat your hart out Hedi Slimane
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[@ShhhTheFUp]

Wow I don't know anything about sewing I only watched the video to learn what material were used because I was gonna get one made in memory of my dad who passed away from covid. I didn't even need to watch the hole video but it was pretty interesting just to watch it get done so I did nice work

[@Bdot95]

You don’t miss! Thanks for taking us through the process.✨

[@kevintowers8006]

I need to learn how to make one!

[@isavalla1935]

Gonna try this out! Been inspired by the rick cropped bombers recently so might have to just make my own

[@thetAlltAilor]

Do it! I'd love to see it

[@arseniotegari6541]

Your creations are always so clean!

[@atabexatabexatabex]

Amazing! It turned out so cool! I’m currently working on a varsity jacket myself and was wondering if there’s an order to adding the ribbing on? Like cuffs then collar then waist, or is it done another way? Sorry if this is a dumb question I can’t wrap my head around it rn 😵‍💫

[@DRoche7]

Doesn't matter what order. Usually most pattern instructions will say the waist last uf you need to blind hand stitch at rhe end, but it literally doesn't matter as cuffs have nothing to do with collars which have nothing to do with the hem

[@AshWill4L]

Came here for this because my brain is so confused when it comes to this

[@CorioSnowww2024]

The construction is freaking great!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@thetAlltAilor]

💯💯

[@ZsoCreative1NJ]

Just found your channel! Amazing work! You make me wanna tackle this project for myself lol. Great video

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you so much

[@mariasmith9998]

Wow you did a great job. Hey all you need is letters. Great video you keep up the great work.

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yes! Thank you!

[@toniwilson3827]

Beautiful job well done bro 👍❤️ , looks very professional

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you so much 👍

[@TheSoundnerd]

Hi what fabric do I use for this jacket? I’m new to this sewing thing

[@Xloi63]

Nice creation! I'm hoping to make a nice jacket for my boyfriend, we're both tall guys and im always happy to find male sewing creation channels! cheers

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thanks for the watch I'd love to know how it goes!!

[@pinkpantheressstann]

Favourite typa varsity jacket is the one with the workwear collar instead of the bomber collar

[@thetAlltAilor]

Honestly, I feel that. They both look nice to me though

[@КамиллаЕргалиева]

That's amazing, where do i get the pattern?

[@paolacanciam7023]

Congratulations!! Your work is so beautiful!!

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you :)

[@omgitsbravo]

love the top down shot of you on the sowing machine

[@creez7362]

This is why I'm here!🙌

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yessir

[@houseofmellino7306]

some things to change for the future. the welt pockets, don't sew a rectangle just the parallels first then flip them and sew the duck tails. (this removes the bulk you had. Also make sure to top stitch the edges around the jacket.

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thanks for the tips. This was the first time making a pocket with leather, and since then, I've made a whole bunch of changes to my methods.

[@laurale8676]

every video has been chefs kiss 😙

[@andybravo3335]

I have a dehen jacket i bought two sizes larger than my usual. I wanted to layer it but the shoulders and body are a little too big. Anyways, would you ever take on a student? I’d love to learn from somebody around my age. I just want to alter my clothes and make some dope piece! 🤙🏽⚡️

[@Cooltigerkook]

Love these type of jackets

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you! Me too

[@lawrencedei1795]

Love the jacket .... Toronto 👍🏿

[@TERRACHI09]

Dope creation my g, what measurements did you use? I have a varsity jacket design that I want boxy/wide as well

[@chaos460]

This helped a lot, im just about to start gathering the fabric for mine!

[@thetAlltAilor]

I'd love to see what you come up with

[@chaos460]

@@thetAlltAilor its actually going pretty well!

[@jake8001]

Hi bro, what fabric did you use for the base jacket? and the lining?

[@sew.sumalee]

I was holding my breath while you cut the welt pocket! It's always so stressful.

[@thetAlltAilor]

Lol its definitely tricky

[@sewingroom8625]

Did you add interfacing to your sleeves,? wow I wish I could stand beside you and make that jacket, I love it. ❤

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you! The sleeves are so thick as is they don't really need it so not on thus jacket. I aslo didn't add shoulder pads either

[@mirror1001]

Bro. J dilla. You’re awesome

[@DennisIworíOtura]

I want you to make the old school chicago style varsity cardigan sweater, with trimmings and belts, I wanna learn that as well. Good video btw

[@thetAlltAilor]

That's a great suggestion honestly I'll add it to the list

[@worldpeace2764]

This is soooo beautiful bro. Great job, I'm inspired

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you so much!

[@adamkozik4782]

You are G, big up to you!

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you yo

[@moral_yeet907]

How do I wash it? Can I wash it at home? Do take it to the dry cleaners?

[@bscarter100]

Wow that came out good bro 🔥

[@thetAlltAilor]

Aye! Thank you. More stuff otw

[@sudogeektv247]

Where can I find the video with the materials you use for this video like the front and back of the jacket

[@TheNicwhite]

That is great construction man! Like totality legit. I have a hard time with pockets.

[@thetAlltAilor]

I'll make a dedicated video in the future

[@badmax0w073]

Amazing job 🙏🏾💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you!

[@shannonmclemore8558]

I need to learn that skill

[@eleanorbloomie-]

This is gorgeous!!!!

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thabk yoy!!!

[@artz50]

Glossy buttons make it pop:)

[@kasiasanscartier1892]

Do you happen to have the pattern available for purchase or to use as a reference?

[@RavenLF410]

holy men, thats incredible

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you!!

[@DiamondRedFox]

"For all two of you who dont know" It is me. I am two. Im just planning on making the jacket i designed for one of my characters because i think it's cool, and these are always fun to watch when im in that zone

[@yennyborja9476]

Omg Awesome, greetings from Spain 💕

[@thetAlltAilor]

Welcome

[@tiffanymunford6220]

Great job

[@MonsterMama16]

Do you have to alter the measurements for different sizes?

[@elijahkalil7866]

Is that fusible or nonfusible interface?

[@7414OUTLAW]

Do you have a standard pattern you use??? If so can you tell me where I can find it please??? I am starting to learn how to make jackets and hoodies but I need to learn how to make the patterns.

[@thetAlltAilor]

Tbh, I don't. I usually sew 1 of ones so I don't make patterns

[@newkingsupply1409]

How do you determine the measurements? Idk how to start getting into this because I dont know if I should start with using purchased patterns or learning it this way. I just dont get it tho, how you draft the measurements/pattern

[@thetAlltAilor]

If you're starting off, I definitely recommend taking measurements from something that already Fits well. But buying those pre-made patterns work well too

[@ayewonsi]

just done feel like you taught me anything.

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yeah this wasn't a very good step by step guide, but I have a more detailed one on the way

[@walterricks9965]

GREAT channel bro

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thanks for sticking around! Appreciate it

[@ferrarivisual]

Teach me how to sketch out the the dimensions before cutting please and the process of adding the pockets

[@nasrinissa1747]

We need a video for beginners 👍🏾

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yeah this video did a poor job at showing how to make one, but in future I'll get better at my tutorials. All a learning experience

[@halfabrikbragito855]

U a demon Bro 🔥🔥🔥🔥🐍

[@thetAlltAilor]

😈😈

[@billyjohnson4911]

GREAT!

[@aseel1587]

Underrated

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you yo

[@Gigga101]

fiiire my guy. you should make a detailed tutorial if you have time

[@melidc9445]

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you

[@pompomszz]

Thank You so much✨💕

[@rayitoramirez]

Just imagine bein able to look at a jacket that u made be so hard

[@rikkupikku._]

I'm making one but I'm crocheting it instead 😅

[@lanesoe5]

What type of fabric any recommendations on where to get it from besides joann

[@thetAlltAilor]

Oh man I'm not the best with online fabric shopping since I always like to see it in person sorry :(

[@noorfathihah1928]

hi there ! Im actually looking for the tutorials how to put on the button in front of the jacket. so, im so appreciate it if you can share on how you do that. thank you in advance . see you soon !

[@yusufahamidou3665]

Cool one bro.

[@thetAlltAilor]

🤟🏾🤟🏾

[@NeonShortsOnly]

Great!! 👍

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thanks! 😃

[@merihera9456]

I love your ring

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you!!!!

[@Unhingeddirtdog]

Awesome work! Where do you get your fabric?

[@thetAlltAilor]

Some local fabric store here in Toronto. I think this one was from King Textiles

[@morganspencer3762]

Hi! Where’d you get your pattern from? If you created it, are you planning on selling ?

[@thetAlltAilor]

You can actually reach me out on my instagram @thetalltailor

[@Luceciliay7777]

Whats the best fabric to get volume on the sleeves?

[@thetAlltAilor]

Something with some "batting" in it or you could add shoulder pads

[@robinsonaaronaaronbb4543]

Thanks for the good work, what is the name of the material please

[@thetAlltAilor]

You can reach me out if you still need it @thetalltailor

[@markroldan4046]

Hi may I ask what's the type of leather and wool used in the jacket?

[@thetAlltAilor]

So for the wool it was a wool cashmere blend and the leather was cow leather I believe

[@arvindxalxo4944]

What fabric you used

[@tejsus1344]

Thankyou

[@multitudeexpresstv9818]

Great job 👏,

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you+

[@abbedong492]

Can I ask where you found the leather for the sleeves?

[@thetAlltAilor]

At my local sewing shop (leather and sewing supply in Toronto), I think you can find some online too

[@4biddenflava]

GOOD JOB

[@thetAlltAilor]

Ha ha thanks!

[@03chivo]

Rad man

[@thetAlltAilor]

🤟🏾🤟🏾💯

[@sirrigby1229]

Hey do you have a pattern template for this?

[@stonecrestquilt]

How do you put those snaps on? Love your jacket

[@thetAlltAilor]

They come in a snap kit. Next time I do them I'll make a vid

[@pjpalacpac1257]

never missin

[@thetAlltAilor]

Thank you bro

[@Grandprojetstudio]

As always you went hard ! But my man you need a fade brotha 😩

[@thetAlltAilor]

Lmaoooooo I do still. Now you know why I always wear hats in my vids

[@janesfavsvideos]

Nice

[@PeepGamePopoff]

How did u put the buttons on

[@thetAlltAilor]

I'm making a dedicated video on thus

[@sewmorecouture3166]

Where did you get the material?

[@thetAlltAilor]

Juat from my local shop! But I'm sure you can find some online as well

[@brittanyleahworldwoodson5943]

What kind of leather u used?

[@thetAlltAilor]

Chrome tan cow leather I'm pretty sure

[@Prettyfaceshey]

How did u add the snaps?

[@thetAlltAilor]

I'll make a dedicated video for this soon

[@dariusrollins8691]

You make for brands ?

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yeah! On occasion

[@dariusrollins8691]

I want to try to get like 6 produced for Brand . Lmk if your interested my brother ! Thanks . Your work is awesome too

[@harnoorjuneja285]

u HAVE to do another begginer friendly version of this my guy fr-

[@thetAlltAilor]

You're absolutely right! I definitely flew through steps

[@harnoorjuneja285]

@@thetAlltAilor really needd one dude! you are awesome tho

[@theyoungfool.1895]

Wait, your name’s Chad? I found the real Chad!

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yeah lol, there's a fake Chad?

[@theyoungfool.1895]

@@thetAlltAilor There are multiple jacked men calling themselves “Chad”, but I found the real Chad, the Chad of sewing!

[@claytonjarrett4244]

I need one fam

[@thetAlltAilor]

Tbh I had a blast making this

[@funmijatto8247]

I wish it was more in detail

[@adetunjiadewumi143]

Please drop tutorial on how to cut it

[@thetAlltAilor]

Yes sir! Keep updated with newer videos!

[@cma531]

How to clean varsity jacket

[@thetAlltAilor]

Tbh, I think you gotta dry clean it

[@omgitsbravo]

YO I BEEN TRYING TO KNOW HOW TO MAKE ONE

[@levlee5481]

Could we get the jacket pattern 👁👁

[@thetAlltAilor]

Adobe illustration is hard 😔 but I'm learning

[@talhashahbaz9361]

Hi, we are the professional manufacturers from Pakistan, we do custom made varsity jackets according to the requirements at our unit.

[@scarecrow4885]

Do you have a IG?

[@Nawaska210]

I subscribed to you don’t let me down

[@thetAlltAilor]

I certainly will try

[@jonathangomez1938]

First

[@joelhdez6308]

put it on pleasee

[@thetAlltAilor]

Lol it's not for me

[@kaygee8343]

The construction was good except for the welt pockets. Really poor job on those.

[@thetAlltAilor]

I think they turned out well. What specifically was wrong on em?

[@kaygee8343]

@@thetAlltAilor Hey Chad. Go to the 8:09 mark. "Do you see these two slashes?" is what you ask. Yep. I see 'em. Welt pockets are supposed to meet in the middle. Those don't. Not only do they not meet in the middle, the top welt overlapped the bottom one, making it difficult to stick ones' hand in the pocket since the pocket orientation was basically horizontal. Now, had it been the other way around, with the bottom welt slightly overlapping the top one, then (although it still wouldn't have been technically "correct" placement wise), it would have been easier to access the pocket. Still, a great job overall, my compliments on that. It troubles me a bit that you think the welts were ok, but as long as the client was fine with them, that's all that matters. No offense meant, btw. Although this is my first time watching your channel, I think that you're a talented and cheerful sewist. You got skills, dear.

[@therealmvpee]

Bro u had to been taking designing class in college cuz this stuff isn’t easy to do

[@thetAlltAilor]

Mostly self taught, but I did have a bit of training