Making a LIFE SIZE Barbie Dress : Orange Blossom Barbie

[@jpeterson2150]

My mom knitted a sweater on toothpicks for my sister's Barbie. Thanks for the memories! 😁🤗🥰

[@samevans1289]

Oh wow, your mom is the MVP!

[@TheRVRD]

I am soooooo impressed.

[@MrsBrit1]

I'm always impressed by small scale knit and crochet! The clothing in the movie Coraline was made much the same way. I think the lady that made those pieces used pins, like straight pins. So impressive!

[@Whitney_Sews]

That is amazing!

[@shutupsavannah2195]

Haha I used to knit with toothpicks and leave it partially done so it’d look like my dolls were knitting.

[@Faithjoy2]

I liked the vlog version better! Just because it felt more like we were getting your thought process as worked through it and not a summary of what you’ve done, you know???

[@alilove4082]

Faithjoy2 100% agree

[@MissCathexis]

Absolutely!

[@joseleyanna6816]

Me too, the vlog version is more interesting for me, because it seems more real you know

[@BonitaVear]

I must say I agree as well

[@P0nyl0ve]

Agree!

[@koriess8664]

you should try challenging yourself by doing this backwards: make one of your outfits barbie size

[@sadmac356]

Oh man I can feel the struggle already

[@DollsRescued]

I have done this with Garage Sales Adult Size Clothes.....worked. I have the videos....Dress My Size Dolls for $1 or less.

[@marymendoza3351]

I would love to see more replicas of Barbie clothes. You got it spot on although the eyelet material is not as sheer, but that’s ok. It came out adorable! And the hat is so chic, so easy to make when I saw it on Patreon. Happy sewing! ✂️👗✂️

[@talk.bookish.with.me77]

Personally I like the vlog version better but the dress is lovely even if the eyelet lace is to opaque compared to the doll

[@dlsgl407]

I love how they re-used a dress for Midge in the wedding set - very apropos for those times! ou did a great job (I like the metal zip better for some reason! I would love to see the second overdress too.

[@robingrimm3443]

I think I prefer the vlog-style videos, but honestly I really like them both and don’t think that you doing one or the other would really change how much I like watching your videos!

[@YTistooannoying]

I dont know if it is workable but the overdress in an embroidered tulle or organza would give you the sheerness you're looking for

[@TheCupcakeBeliever]

the bunny iron board cover is so precious omg

[@lothruin1]

As a child, I inherited my mother's vintage Skipper with the appropriate version of this dress. It was my all-time favorite dress, and more recently my Blythe has worn it. I adore this!

[@petiteminipizza]

I really like the ensemble, though I agree with the eyelet fabric being too opaque. The tucks are an interresting method of construction ^^ btw the library link in the description is missing

[@lisafeldmann9863]

I do like this version of chronicling your sewing adventures but mostly enjoy seeing your finished pieces. Please don't ever stop making beautiful, feminine and colorful clothing!

[@maureentuohy8672]

Oh my goodness!!! I remember that outfit. I got my first Barbie in 1960! Yes I’m that old! 😉 how clever and fun to make wearable Barbie clothes. Love it.

[@AdirondackRuby]

What an interesting pattern. I'm always very intrigued by garments that are shaped by tucks/gathers/pleats/darts as opposed to seams & multiple pieces. Seems more economical, fabric wise. A lot less waste if you're just working with squares/rectangles/triangles.

[@kaseythompson4670]

I love hearing your thought process on how you figure out the designs. I don't sew, or design, or enjoy fashion much, but the crafter in me enjoys listening to another crafter work. Well done!

[@terezar880]

I think I prefer the vlog style videos, I like hearing you snark just about anything and it always makes me giggle

[@hellothere274]

I liked both formats, but I feel like this version gives a much more clear understanding of the actual construction process which I really prefer. I love to see it start as an idea and see the process of making it come to life. Super cute dress, I love barbie!

[@robyn3349]

I love this series! I like the cotton overdress as an adaptation, but agree that a sheerer fabric would be truer in style. I look forward to seeing it! A Barbie themed wedding would be fab!

[@PacakeQueen]

I like both styles of video :) the making of style is more polished, but the vlog style is more organic. Both are good 😊

[@armedvsokord]

I agree

[@greentea4439]

Honestly Angela is a sewing talent goddess

[@kawaiilombax]

My mother taught me how to sew when I was younger. (She was professional machinists before I was born) (And my grandma used to make and sell clothes from her home) although I was always interested in it, I didn’t really do it much and completely forgot about it. Your videos are one of the things that inspired me to start sewing again and I’ve been really enjoying it ! My sewing machine is the one I had from being younger and my mother only brought me an inexpensive one for practice. It’s not very reliable and can be frustrating but it makes me even more happy when a project comes together decently ! My mum has industrial sewing machines and a serger in our craft room, they were my grandmas !!! They’re singers and they’re still in amazing condition, unfortunately we haven’t been able to find any needles for the machine so I can’t use it 😭😭😭😭 I was very bored during the college break and it was a lovely way to spend my time ! 🧡🧡🧡🧡🧡

[@ellenpearce6885]

You are so talented and make everything look so easy. Recreating Barbie dresses is a cute idea.😊

[@susankoeppe]

I enjoyed both the first blue Barbie dress video and this one, but I think I enjoyed much more the video filming method of the first one. More off the cuff method and real time decision making. Can’t wait to see more!

[@forensic2010mnr]

I do like both video types. But I missed getting a look at your inner monologue during this video

[@elvirak.schuller9449]

Another great dress, I love it! 💛 Would you ever consider making a 90’s barbie dress, like the 1994 Birthday Barbie dress? It’s very 90’s and a bit over the top, but gosh, I LOVED that dress as a kid! 😅

[@lyria8469]

Absolutely love you are making life-size Barbie clothes! Please do more. Also, since I'm new to your channel, where did you learn to drape and design patterns? You do amazing work.

[@ShaYa21]

The final result looks almost like my mum's wedding gown from 1961 that she sewn herself :-) love it !

[@VictoriaPKirk]

I enjoy the process videos, but the vlogs and personality are what keep bringing me back :)

[@rjahsir]

I don’t know if I prefer vlogs or your making of videos, I just like watching you sew.

[@subliminalphish]

oh that fabric is an eyelet cotton lawn. good luck finding that . i hope you can. i also wanted to know if that yellow fabric is a rayon crape? it would be era correct if so. the eyelet fabric on the doll looks like an embroidered cotton lawn voile or batiesse . it is beautiful .

[@geminiM2783]

I love this series! I have plans to re-create some of her outfits from the 90's for my own wardrobe. I like both versions of these videos, but the vlogs have a lot more of your journey and process in them.

[@susandavis7132]

I would prefer to see them as vlog style videos in the future.

[@belindakeller1401]

I like both types of videos. I like the tutorial type if it’s something we can reproduce. If I were trying to follow along and build a dress or garment with you, I wouldn’t like the vlog... but I think you do a great job of deciding that for us. You are fun to watch, always making us smile and inspiring us at the same time.

[@johnlaprairie7837]

Nice job, and I agree with your critique. Looking forward to seeing the remake of the outer dress.

[@Poppy-]

I really like this project. Love the yellow sheat dress. It reminds me a strapless, boned dress I have: yellow base layer, yellow organza on top, cream tulle over that and cream lace as a last layer. Puffy, probably puffyer if I could find a petticoat. 50'-60' looking

[@vernieplummer5148]

I enjoyed the "vlog stye" and with the prom dress and felt it had a lot of useful information. My favorites are always the ones that have the most practical sewing info. Thanks!

[@adamsransom]

I think you did a great job recreating the cut of the two dress pieces... But with the opacity of the white lace, the yellow bust REALLY stands out. I'm curious whether you'll re-use the white lace overdress, or repurpose parts of it? It really is beautiful.

[@lilyeverlark8680]

You are so talented! I think I prefer the vlog style video, mainly because I like hearing your thoughts as you work! The hat turned out SUPER cute!

[@lala_bee]

I like both video types because either way, you're clear about what you're doing.

[@sarahoberhellman199]

As a fellow lace lover, I grieve along side you at the limited variety of laces that are produced today. Great job on this dress all the same!

[@MetaMarcy21]

Definitely prefer the vlog style video. Love this dress and the series

[@stolenzephyr]

I found the vlog style more entertaining, especially since I probably won't make this kind of thing, but enjoy seeing the process.

[@rileypiper98]

I have the original orange blossom dress, over and under! Love these videos!

[@DipityS]

I adore how you throw yourself into this, I'm so hesitant I don't do anything, you're more - let's see what will happen if I do it this way or that way - you have a spirit of adventure I love to watch. Thank you! I will also be interested to see the dress with a new overlay. I thought the bosom area was a little bit pointed, but that was the fashion back then, yes? Pointy brassieres means pointy tops.

[@smeliot2862]

i quite like the vlog type video, it felt very personal and fun!

[@fernlintner65]

Love it think you are correct needs to be a little less opaque and just lighter. Perhaps tulle with a narrow lace sewn on top if you cant find anything that is banded like this. Love the series and love your determination.

[@audrablue515]

I think you did an excellent job. It's a beautiful and unusual design and looks lovely on you. For the lace overdress i had a thought you could buy lace curtains from a thrift store. They are really cheap and the lace tends to be in different patterns, and the curtains are always sheer. I'd love to see the dress using that kind of lace.

[@damnbro_idc]

Barbie is not my beauty and fashion and lifestyle icon. Angela on the other hand...

[@tracieeaton1082]

Another beautiful outfit you have produced Angela. I can't wait to see the next one.

[@barbaragraham6886]

I love this series based on Barbie's outfits. You are incredibly talented. Despite the overlay being somewhat opaque, the dress is gorgeous!

[@c.wrightcreativeautochtone2574]

It’s interesting. I had barbies but not vintage ones. I remember making Barbie clothes in girl guides to learn hand sewing. I’ve never thought of making one in adult size.

[@EagleVision1999]

I love this series. Great dress, too, but I think the vlog style is better because it's more detailed.

[@marksterosky9896]

I love the idea of life size Barbie dresses please keep the videos coming!

[@Heysamanthatingey]

So cute! I love watching you drape, it makes me want to get a dress form and start making things!!

[@notquitechaos6705]

ok i don't understand any of the sewing stuff you explained but i really like listening to your voice, and the dress turned out beautiful

[@maddieshort8479]

I enjoy this series a lot. One of my favorite skirts is made from that same yellow floral fabric. I do prefer the Homecoming vlog format - that video is how I found your channel!

[@kparham]

I think both styles of video are great but I like the vlog style a little better :)

[@kathibarnard5223]

Great job. I think you did a wonderful job recreating the dress.

[@daniellesullivan9284]

I love your Florence collection!!!!

[@werelemur1138]

Angela Clayton: living doll. You're so talented!

[@Mformello]

I think the dress looks really nice! I definitely like the blog version because it's nice to hear your thoughts during the process.

[@morgothlotr1573]

The dress you made is really cute and the project is fun

[@jmanonmakes]

I love these Barbie inspired dresses. You are so inspiring! Thank you!

[@dawngable4622]

Angela, I love it...however you are correct in the choice of the eyelet fabric..maybe a patterned organza would be suitable.?

[@theaishaexperience]

I like watching your work step by step but I do like hearing how you feel about it too.

[@CallieRoseMartinsyde]

It's so fun to see Barbie dresses come to life like this. And as a seamstress myself, I enjoy watching the construction process. I'm looking forward to seeing what you make next!

[@elainebye9090]

I love these videos in which you recreat Barbie dresses! Thanks for your creative content.

[@jo-annewoerle3390]

Great video once again. Every time I watch I get inspired to get out my machine. If only I had a dedicated sewing room. I like the vlog style of video. It seems more organic in nature, less scripted. Keep up the amazing work.

[@genericmannequin]

I've been loving this series. I've always enjoyed making recreations and replicas myself so I really enjoy seeing your process of recreating these dresses. I think I prefer the vlog style videos, I like to see the problem solving and such.

[@k.s.k.7721]

I think you did a wonderful job on this outfit. I do think a voile or lighter lace would be better for the overdress - one place to find wide nylon/poly lace panels is thrift stores: older curtain & drapery panels are regularly donated and are available for very reasonable prices. I keep an eye out and have found old & new yardage for a variety of projects. If dingy, a soak in oxygen bleach overnight and a hand/delicates wash with line dry will generally fix most issues.

[@Mollysmom]

The dress is beautiful!! And your talent is incredible!!!!

[@debbiedaniels2390]

I like the vlog for the thought process that goes on.

[@kscheuerman5378]

I think you did a wonderful job on this dress!!! I like it a lot. I do understand that you want to see the yellow dress under the over skirt. If you do chose to take the time to do it over again I am sure it would look great & I would like to see it. Thanks for a great/enjoyable video! Take care & God Bless.

[@LSBraham]

I adore this dress. Beautiful work!

[@MrsBrit1]

I wonder if you could find more similar lace by looking at lace tablecloths, new, vintage, whatever? I think you did a great job, even though I agree the eyelet cotton wasn't the best fabric choice to be like the original. The pattern itself is great and I'm always so impressed with how you create these just by studying the piece. I'm over here trying to learn to make a wearable shirt and you're just whipping up dresses like nobody's business!

[@NotMykl]

I really like how the white over bodice and sleeves look against the orange/yellow bodice.

[@elizameeks]

I really enjoy the Barbie series and would love more videos in it! 😊

[@maureencullen1008]

I loved your construction of the dress and overlay.I love that the background music is so low you forget it's there and can hear what you are saying. Would curtain netting be close to nylon for the overlay?

[@funnyface1305]

As someone who is just learning how to sew, I did enjoy you explaining what and why you did certain things. I do like both styles though. I wouldn’t say film two videos, but maybe just edit it so there would be two, one shortened up for one version and then a full version? I’m not sure if that makes sense.

[@Haffina]

The overlay on the Barbie dress reminds me of a set of lace curtains we used to have. Love your recreation.

[@thejerseylady1]

Maybe you could find sheer/lace curtains to use to make the overskirt. Some of them might have the kind of detail you are looking for. Gloria🐂

[@camelliacabernet2818]

Brings back fond memories of childhood and drafting and sewing clothing for my Barbie family.

[@ellaisplotting]

I adore this series so much!! Vintage Barbie and Vintage fashion are my favourite things :3 I do prefer the chatty vlog style (although I know it's probably more of a hassle to do) as I like the more personable approach and the insight and explanation of the creative process we get. If you're after a genuine vintage Midge you can get one in pretty good condition for $25- she's not exactly a favourite among collectors. That dress looks mint, and I'm amazed that you found the bouquet and hat too- the dress and overdress are pretty common, but accessories are a different story- I'd imagine they cost you more than the doll itself would! A small note on fit- the straps on the original overdress are not worn scrunched and narrow, framing the breasts, but drape over them, creating a softer and less angular impression. This is shown on the thumbnail Barbie's right side- so if you're retrying the overdress and aren't in love with the ultra pointy boob, draping a lighter fabric wider would create a more original effect.

[@subliminalphish]

i agree with out on the overdress but i do love that eyelet pattern, as it would double as a insert lace fabric. it is cool looking. one thing you did reproduce an early 1960's dress!! another great job. if you do redo the overdress, please show it on here . i an a patron or you but i guess i haven't just been to lazy to get my forgotten password. dang google chrome didn't store it properly.

[@jenniferdilgard863]

I love your gathering method and I'm definatley going to try it. I love your barbie series!

[@lisalovesrichie1]

Thank you for your efforts. I appreciate you and your talents

[@bowerbirdstyle7661]

Love that bunny 🐰 fabric!

[@emilyseeber2556]

I particularly love this dress, I think I love the overdress as it is but they are both good! Love your videos so much x

[@petaross7201]

Lovely work as always!😊 and my preference is for the vlog style you used in the homecoming barbie video

[@Crystalfav17]

I like vlog style one. It's fun to see your thought process

[@MademoiselleMarrett]

You could get sheer lace ribbon and sew it onto white tulle that might recreate the fabric

[@cindyneel328]

I love the way it turned out! it's so pretty!

[@sophypancake279]

I like the making-of style videos more than the vlogs. :) I find the vlogs unnecessarily long and chatty since I'm never going to make the dress anyway. I get a clear enough idea from what's going on from these and the quality is better (which is natural).

[@queenofheartslandofjoy8068]

Absolutely amazing!!! Your talent is so creative. I really love either video styles. I am hoping you went to Philly again this year. I agree the eyelet was not right but I know I'll love the remake. Maybe adding some bright fabric to the eyelet and make an apron.

[@dinifernando47]

I would love to see any of the holiday barbies!

[@traczebabe]

You are so talented! Love your videos. ❤️. I think you did invent the gathering under the pressure foot! ☺️

[@karenramnath9993]

I agree the eyelet was too opaque...ones eyes kinda go straight to the yellow....which is a lovely color on you, but not exactly the first area one wants noticed. I liked both styles of videos, this summarized version is more down-to-business, but I also like how the vlog style videos are longer. I watch while I sew, and a long video means less up and down time clicking for a new video.

[@abigailwrigley6462]

I love watching your thought process and reasoning. Perhaps an overdress of nylon tulle with appliquéd ribbon lace might be closer to the original effect?

[@katharinaaureliuschrigstro1672]

I really like all the videos you make. I am hoping you one day will construct a pattern for the half hats you seem to collect as it is impossible to find any commercial pattern for these. Blessed be, Katharina

[@MaskedElf]

I’m adoring this barbie series 😍

[@sillyluca]

This is easily one of my favourite makeup looks on you, too! Loving this series :)