Making an 18th Century Inspired Top // Moiré Evening Jacket

I received a bunch of interest in this golden yellow 18th century inspired ensemble last year, so I knew I wanted to demonstrate how I created the pattern for that particular jacket top vest garment thing. It's sorta all three and also none of the above almost? So I made a new version in black moire to keep in my recently reorganized closet, as I'll soon be letting the gold ensemble go out into the wild!
I somehow forget to mention in the video that the A-line skirt pattern is created by simply closing the waist darts in the basic block skirt pattern (or pencil skirt pattern, as I use my skirt block to make pencil skirts, but I digress) but I have shown how this is done in other videos in the past. I will have a dedicated video showing two ways of creating an A-line skirt pattern and demonstrating how I'd sew one soon here on the channel too!
An excellent bound buttonhole tutorial, the method I use in this video is at the end of the post : www.lauramaedesigns.com/2012/0...
More about Moire fabrics : en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Moire_(...)
Music and Sound Effects from Epidemic Sound.
Where I get my pattern drafting paper: atlaslevy.com/Paper_c_13.html (not sponsored)
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Thank you for watching!

[@icidiots13]

It is a truth universally acknowledged that the sample bound buttonhole is always more neat and precise than whatever nonsense occurs on the finished garment.

[@believeinfaeries8713]

Always!

[@trudicole3520]

I love those shoes with the suit

[@india1422]

Sadly I think that is the case with most samples. I look forward to the time when I have less “learning experiences “

[@mdmaybe]

@@india1422 Right? I think it perfectly applies to machine sewn buttonholes as well! Or applying pearl snaps...

[@brigidscaldron]

I love that you don’t edit out your mistakes. We all need to remember that even experienced sewists make them and you just pick up and fix it.

[@amysullivan2414]

I’d wear a pin that says, “I sew over pins”. It would show off my rebellious side 😏😂

[@pepperreed.33]

SAME. I'd drink from a mug as well.

[@violetofthevalley]

I as well. >:)

[@MiahGrace]

Thats a good way to lose an eye or damage your machine. I'm sure you already know that but still. Please be safe, you only get two eyes.

[@violetofthevalley]

@@MiahGrace While it's possible to damage a machine while sewing over pins... I think you're more likely to put out an eye driving your car. Sewing machines are not tiny little machine guns just waiting to throw pins in your face. Usually if you hit a pin badly it'll just bend down into the bobbin cavity.

[@sweetmelissa9992]

60 years and 3 generations of sewing over pins that I know of... all 6 eyes accounted for.

[@srnc]

I hardly have the patience to watch a movie, but I always watch your hour-long sewing videos even though I'm not planning on doing those garments! Love them!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Serena! ❤

[@moniqueforrester674]

The angry strings playing in the background while you're dealing with button hole "gate" are hilarious

[@kathrynmccarthy]

I'd totally be down to getting a jumbo size mug that says, "I sew over pins." I'd dedicate it to be my sewing time tea mug and keep it next to my sewing machine always. lol

[@elainebye9090]

ME, too, because I do (sew over pins--carefully!)

[@sweetmelissa9992]

My mother taught me to sew over pins 40 years ago, as her mother taught her to sew over pins 60 years ago...I wonder how far it goes back?

[@aliloucreations1817]

Iv been sewing for 40 years, and I still make mistakes, collars are my thing , I almost never get them right the first time , you look fantastic in this it’s beautiful ❤️❤️❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you AliLou! I rarely even attempt collars, that's a tricky business indeed!

[@armedvsokord]

I feel this is the best line "How do you do up the buttons in the back, well I don't live alone" AKA I have servants (read: parents, siblings, significant other, roommates, etc) to help me dress....LOL

[@broganmckoko]

Alas I had to abandon my "button-up/zipper the back" wardrobe when I started living solo. Having a helpful dresser on hand is so underrated. They are wonderful people helping you look good.

[@kathyjohnson2043]

Loved the music as much as the sewing! (I teach music history and almost all of your music was from the 18th century.)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kathy! I was trying to go for the 18th century vibe this time so I'm glad I did all right ❤ Not enough harpsichord stuff available on my copyright free music resource ha

[@Susanfuzz]

I’ve made arty garments with bound button holes and used a contrast fabric and brought the binding (where you used organza) out to the front and appliquéd down in a crazy shape... so I did your Franken-look on the front, on purpose! I kinda like the black bars; they look like a burglar mask from an old timey movie :) You can always claim they are on purpose: a brutalist deconstruction of altelier sewing!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Ah yes see doing this intentionally makes sense, it's just the accidental situation that was a problem ha! I imagine it would look very cool indeed when done on purpose ✨

[@erzsblasfantaven3334]

looks almost like a dior new look kinda top

[@debra333]

It really does!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I never really stray far from a cinched hourglass silhouette ha 😅

[@katherinemorelle7115]

It really is. Dior was inspired by the Caracao jackets of the 18th century. His bar suit is basically a white Caracao jacket in silk, and a very full 1860s style skirt, but hemmed to the shins instead of the floor. So pretty.

[@PolyvoreThea]

Eighteenth Century “New Look”! Love the hair cut!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Thea!

[@StephanieCanada]

“Yes, I see over pins”. MERCH I AM HERE FOR!!! But also, I do this all the time.

[@fiberterian]

Oh, I feel for you on those buttonholes. I did that once on the lining and had very little fabric to spare. I wasn't about to redo them after all that work. so I cut them off, flipped the lining around and added a piece to the lining to make it all fit. I decided I'd rather have a couple of seams in the lining then have it facing the wrong direction. Good on you for soldiering on though!

[@BeverleyButterfly]

Though this is waaaaay above my sewing as I’ve only made two skirts so far, I still love watching you do these patterns so much xx

[@hollybauer7123]

Random thought here but: I love the idea that someday, another human will buy one of the items you've made from your closet clean out and will be able to see those colored pencil marks for your darts and so forth and it will be a further signature that you made it. 😎

[@TheClosetHistorian]

My autograph is that the inside is uh...eclectic!

[@debra333]

Hi, dear Bianca! Quick question: If we watch a video of yours twice, does it count as two views or one? I hope you get the extra views!🤗

[@Gandellion]

I believe if you watch it twice it’s 2 views

[@TheClosetHistorian]

It should count each view as separate I think! Thanks for watching Debra!

[@idasvenning3892]

I’ve heard a lot of people say that watching a video several times in a row won’t count but with a couple of videos in between or on separate occasions will!

[@debra333]

@@idasvenning3892 That makes sense. I always wait a week...😉...that'll fool 'em! 😆

[@waterbitten]

Well that makes me happy it usually takes me 3 tries to get through a video. Not because I don't absolutely love your content but because for some reason your videos help me sleep?. So as a chronic insomniac I don't question it.

[@patti8070]

I love watching you see!! Mistakes are human and it is a real thing! Glad you showed all of it😊👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻👍🏻

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Patti!

[@susiecarson]

I think your explanations are always perfectly clear, don’t fret! The”jacket” turned out beautifully, stop beating yourself up about the buttonholes. No one is perfect! Also, loved your background music. When the Dvorak quartet came on, I squealed. It’s my favorite piece to play!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Susie! I love Dvorak! I heard the New World Symphony played live once and it is a very fond memory indeed ❤

[@ajjones8013]

I love that you led us through your problem-solving.

[@Midlife_Manical_Mayhem]

i really like the way you explain not only what to do but WHY you do it. that is the kind of learner i am. if i understand the why, the how sticks much better. thanks for all you do.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@violetsidhe]

You speak my sewing language... I to lack patience and I also find shortcuts wherever possible and sew over pins lol. This jacket turned out amazing.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Renata! I like a quick turn around on a project for sure!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

Once again you have knocked out a stunner! Well done and thank you for all the tips that we learned from watching everything you do including your mistakes!

[@kaytiej8311]

As always a fascinating and wonderful journey with you, from which I learned much. Not the least of which is: even the very experienced can get distracted and be disappointed by their own sense of failure. 😖 But no one else is judging you. 😉

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Kaytie!

[@ellahopkinson]

I actually love the rambly way you explain things, we must think similarly because it always makes sense to me whereas some other explanations don't, so ramble on please 😊

[@crowfaerymori]

This is definitely above my sewing levels but I enjoyed it and learned some things. However, I’m pretty sure the creator of those bound buttonholes was a masochist 🤣

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Yeah they are rather extra indeed 😅

[@nicolelafontaine7615]

I have been using a piece of hardwood that was sanded as a clapper, it works perfectly!

[@kathyjohnson2043]

I was thinking the same thing.

[@emrysziegler7354]

I came and stayed for the sewing, but I’m loving the music. The American String Quartet is one of my favorite pieces! Dvorak is wonderful 😊

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I love Dvorak's New World Symphony so much! ❤

[@yvette56]

My entire life I was taught to not cut corners, now you are telling me to cut my corners. Am confuzzled ;D

[@noexpensespentstudios]

You didn't do anything wrong with the buttonholes, you just made a design statement. The peplum is just the right length too, they seem to be one of those items that's really difficult to get just right.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@Mialinna7]

It was you who made me buy a overlocker but I'm so happy i did, it did my life so much easier 🥰🥰🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I'm glad you've liked it!

[@michellecornum5856]

I looked at the time stamp, and my heart raced!

[@gothempress]

Bianca, I absolutely love your style! I want to make a peplum jacket with box pleats in the back, and a bit more smoothed down front a la 1880's-ish Victorian jackets/blouses. Still working on the proper underpinnings to make the silhouette look correct. This tutorial was really well put together and informative and my cat, Thor, and I watched the whole thing together. He says hi lol.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Darcie! Tell Thor I say hello back!

[@gothempress]

@@TheClosetHistorian haha I said, "Thor," and he goes, "Prrrrrt!" I said, "Bianca says "hello" back, " and he just purred and laid back down lol. I wish I could post a picture to you because he was curled up on my chest watching the video with me. Do you have twitter?

[@marcco44]

pure glamour that you do all yourself..... that is a great talent Bianca! and your videos are always fun to watch!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Marcco!

[@marcco44]

@@TheClosetHistorian always a pleasure!

[@sweetmelissa9992]

Congratz on the success of your cicada gown. You have officially blown up! I am enjoying your drama and I am grateful for your teachings. I am learning from you... as we all should learn from each other, regardless of experience. You have tackled issues and problems in ways I would not have thought to do... therefor opening doors to new ideas and saving projects otherwise abandoned. Gracias Mommacita!

[@organiccher64]

I'm always amazed at how you can keep track of everything you have to do to make a garment....I think your jacket is wonderful 👏 😊

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cheryl! Kept track of /almost/ everything this time ha! 😅

[@india1422]

I know you always put centre back zips but I like side zips. When Covid isn’t running rampant my husband travels so I can’t rely on a helping hand

[@alexismontez4230]

I keep a ribbon and tapestry needle to make a temporary zipper pull cord. I thread the ribbon through the hole in the zipper pull tab, pull it up, then pull the ribbon out. And then the same to undo it.

[@ChatsWithChris]

Thank you for making my day brighter!

[@rachelkanode2063]

Very lovely top! I think the Franken-boxes add a fun little contrast to the inside!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Rachel!

[@pay4fish]

Bianca Haven't seen your bid yet!!!! But just glad you are still up to your videos when times are not normal in this world. (I also, this is a new normal) Blessing to you.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Still sewing and making videos as best I can while always locked in, not much to do other than sew these days for now anyways ❤

[@jacquelinelc2843]

Without this video, I would have always shied away from bound buttonholes, but your presentation took so much mystery out of the process...I think I will give them a try! Many thanks 🙏🏻

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Jacqueline!

[@fatimaamin8668]

This is so fun!! Your historical inspired designs are gorgeous!! ✨🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@craftynekoLM]

Yes! You’re back to doing a long video - I’m so there!

[@CM-xn6xc]

This jacket is georgeous!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@TheZeyre]

This is a beautiful accomplishment. Kind of Outlander season 2 ...the yellow and red dress in Dior cocktail length. I need to watch it again over the weekend when my brain is not mush.🌏🌎🌍🌹🌹Thank you.

[@ladyjo581]

This outfit is STUNNING!!! 🖤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@sarahlongshore2605]

Turned out beautiful!!! Love the hair!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sarah!

[@guineverecassidy4855]

Perfection in black moire! Beautiful ensemble 🖤🖤🖤

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Guinevere!

[@theredrover3217]

The voiceover noise made at realization of the "mistake" is spot on emotion. 😁

[@BETAmosquito]

32:48 And now I finally understand welt pockets... Thank you!

[@deblepretre8219]

love this outfit and the color

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Deb!

[@sylviakeatley4173]

Thanks Bianca, this was a most relaxing watch. Fabulous outcome too.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sylvia!

[@HUDSONVINTAGE]

That jacket is gorgeous!! Also I went looking for the sparkly shoes and found the sock boot version, thanks for the tip ❤️

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thnak you Dawn!

[@kassywilson7292]

Your sample bound buttonhole is lovely, and you have taught me wonderful alternative methods for several sewing situations, but I think I will stick with the binding method I already know. That was very convoluted.

[@garybaldwin5241]

Great color. Looks wonderful on you! The saffron color and the black of course.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@rowanwax]

I love this opening. I love this video!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@maryblaylock6545]

WOW! Now I understand why my bound button holes looked good but were always too tight. I didn't take into account the thickness of the button! I wasn't taught that in Home Ec.nor was it in any of the patterns or in my many sewing books! I like the organza idea also. So much less bulky than the method I was taught. The way you turned down the lining so it didn't match the edge of the fabric and edge stitched it for a very clean look amazed me. Why didn't I think of ANY of these things!?!? I was torn between pounding my head against a stout post or having a good cry. I decided to open a bottle of sparkling spumadi instead to celebrate new knowledge! Thank you VERY much for showing the good, the bad, and the ugly! Bless you!💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃💃 I can't make up my mind if these are high school majorettes or itty bitty Rockettes!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mary! Happy to introduce some new tricks! 💃

[@CandycaneLane999]

Good save, looks stunning!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@PolyvoreThea]

You look adorable!I love this project!!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Thea! ❤

[@adele7904]

You are so talented!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Adele!

[@LaDivinaLover]

The intro gave me Dangerous Liasons vibes a la Glen Close which I love. And props on pronouncing Moiré correctly! ❤️🙏🏻

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@amyhannon3034]

Wow despite your bound buttonhole troubles... You're really making me want to try bound buttonholes! They look gorgeous 🥰

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Amy!

[@broganmckoko]

Beautiful work. You gave me the best idea for a lovely Easter jacket which I will then take to Colonial Williamsburg in May. Love seeing your work on the bound buttonholes. They remind me of welt vest pockets. Very fiddly but when they work they come out gorgeous.

[@cassandrabrecht]

I know bound buttonholes are difficult to explain, but you did a really good job at demonstrating! This is the way I do mine, too.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cassandra! I have another project with them coming up soon!

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Bianca!! Absolutely fabulous, an amazing outcome.. Love how this looks & fits you.... 💜💜💜🧵🧵🧵

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Deana!

[@brittanybrown744]

I always enjoy these videos! I've just recently started a course here in Australia in pattern drafting and grading and I'm already way ahead of the curve thanks to YOUR videos! Thanks prof!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Brittany! It makes me so happy to hear that!

[@willynthepoorboys2]

Great video in spite of mistakes made, and I like those iridescent scissors. Thank you for your time and effort.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@peggyr9623]

I loved this video! There was great designing, pattern making, beautiful fabrics, professional tech skills, mistakes conquered and a final garment that was beautiful! Congrats on showing us all the realism that is sewing! Thank you!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Peggy! ❤

[@amandasackman7723]

I would buy that mug so fast! And most definitely drink from it while sewing over my pins as well 😁

[@Ddouglas0302]

Oh ya...perfection ❤️❤️❤️❤️. Soooo beautiful!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Denise!

[@desireeturcotte3187]

Suggestion, you can make a DIY Clapper from a short length of 2x4 piece of wood and sand smoothly very well!

[@petapendlebury9024]

Yes! I mentioned to my husband Christmas Eve that I would like one - I showed him a picture of the simple version (the curved ends shaped block rather than the fancy 2 tier version) and he disappeared to the garage. An hour later I had my clapper! It makes such a difference in pressing seams - especially if the fabric has any synthetic (although like Bianca I'm avoiding it when possible).

[@TheClosetHistorian]

I mean...I am not quite that handy! I am still halfway through repainting my bathroom cabinets because I learned something vital last year, I actually hate sanding 😅 I'll finish those...someday eek!

[@shawnagoddard4999]

I'm now convinced your a witch because you can make the tracing wheel and chalk paper work. Also I tend to sew over my pins too but shh, don't tell my mom. She gets mad when I do it (probably because it's her machine).

[@JoanHolloway1931]

The Bob is back! 😍

[@Loralu192]

So pretty!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lora!

[@caitmcg4382]

Loving the new haircut that you did yourself! Also loving the fun classical background music. Fun video!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Cait!

[@CrystalElise917]

Going to look for some Moire now. Geez this jacket is gorgeous! I’m inspired.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@Veronic.atelier1821]

Amazing set! The buttonhole is perfect, thank you for showing it! Veronica from Greece :)

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Veronica!

[@louiselill1528]

I really like the jacket it's so classy

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Lousie!

[@onesma1729]

You make it look so easy when doing your patterns! I am so jealous 😂 top turned out beautiful!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! I do love pattern drafting ❤

[@Fyreflyy1]

I love the way the inside turned out. The black borders give it character and it honestly looks like it was a choice you made instead of a mistake. If I ever do bound button holes, I will do them this way.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@trudicole3520]

I have never seen bound button holes made before and I enjoyed watching I and going to do a sample myself because I want to make a vest and bound button holes would be excellent

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks Trudi! They are almost less stressful than thread buttonholes for me really, because I worry less they will one day loose structural integrity which is always my worry with thread buttonholes 😅

[@trudicole3520]

Thread button holes always get very ragged for me so I often do them by hand, I want to make a vest for myself this winter so I am going to do the button holes this way I found your video very helpful thanks

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks sooo much for sharing!❤️❤️❤️

[@yobespierre]

that is a super clever way to do bound button holes. i'm gonna do 'em that way from now on, because WOW that's easier.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thanks! I find it so much easier than trying to do it all with one piece, and folding each side just so and eek...this way has more layers but always lies smoother for me 😅

[@OddlyElly]

😍 bladeless surger! This is ideal

[@noreenroche5294]

Stunning!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Noreen!

[@pay4fish]

PS: Your garment was exceptional!!

[@deborahmason4218]

Love your work.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Deborah!

[@angelayoung4139]

absolutely love it!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Angela!

[@nadiasews9464]

Those buttonholes look very professional, im inspired to attempt them on my next vest...

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nadia! I really should use them for my vests too but I don't think I ever have! From now on perhaps, as I need the practice 😅

[@elainebye9090]

Wow! It looks fabulous in the outfits! I am just going to have to try this one! I regret your mistake for your sake, but you handled it well.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you!

[@mercedes1171]

Yay thanks for putting this video out I was always keeping a lookout for it

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Mercedes!

[@gulfgypsy]

First video --- You're very talented!! Fell in love with the gold / mustard outfit but the gorgeous moire evening suit is absolute perfection! I could see you in that outfit at a club where Post Modern Jukebox was playing! Elegant, eclectic, totally you, taking this and that from other periods and creating something that timeless and flattering.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Nia!

[@shevuansereday7421]

Gorgeous!!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Shevuan!

[@india1422]

I’m quite glad that we have the metric system ( although oddly enough I usually employ inches). But what makes me happier is I’ve got that concertina tool ( no idea what it’s called) that expands and spaces out buttonholes, pleats, darts etc at whatever regularly -spaced distance my heart desires

[@alaineblaylock557]

I can't sew ( apart from making an apron and the pattern ) but like watching your videos. Love the hair x

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Alaine! ❤

[@craigdolvey6224]

Absolutely love mustard yellow on you it just looks so right and emerald green too they really pop on you But still look classy. Beautiful top. Thank you for all of your videos you have done lately you🙏 you have kept me Entertained while making hand made goose feather trees🌲 look after yourself and stay safe. You are a star ⭐️

[@sarahrosen4985]

Craig Dolvey goose feather trees - sound gorgeous!

[@craigdolvey6224]

@@sarahrosen4985 Hi Sarah thank you, my grandparents showed me how to make them when I was a kid, they came From the Bavarian side of Switzerland. I’d forgotten all about the trees until I noticed the price of them😲😯😲 and realised I knew how to make them. The hardest part was working out the measurements, mathematics is not my thing I prefer crafting. Sorry rambling away.... thanks for your comment. Stay safe & take care.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Craig! Goose feather trees sure sounds interesting 🌲 I had never heard of such trees, but it looks like a ton of work indeed!

[@craigdolvey6224]

@@TheClosetHistorian Aww thank you for your message Bianca. They do take a while to make but once you have everything prepared Construction is fast. I will see if I can find some good quality black biot feathers and make you a Halloween feather Tree. I love when you use your vintage Singer 🙏 lovely button holes, great job.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

@@craigdolvey6224 Thank you Craig you are too kind! ❤

[@robbiecrafter]

I've sewn one sleeve on the wrong side a few times and I've put the buttonholes on the wrong side of sleeve cuffs more than once. What can you say....Things happen. But, if I'm not mistaken, one of the methods of bound buttonholes do have the little rectangles on the inside. What's on the inside of our garments, stay that way, and it's nobody else's business.

[@india1422]

I hate to admit this but it was only about ten years ago that I realised sleeves had a back and front sleeve head. In my defence it wasn’t covered at school and this was before I really did much sewing. Wonder how many I’ll-fitting sleeves I made?

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Exactly! Thanks Rob! I think everyone has to suffer through the wrong sleeve thing at least once or twice unfortunately 😅

[@SewTexas]

I love vintage clothing, I just don't find any where I am able to wear. These beautiful clothes don't do well wearing around the house, ya know? Love to see you construct and model. I've been re-watching Downton Abbey again and enjoying the clothing and getting ideas and i1nclude some of the features in making garments that I can wear. The black moire is a huge success, very lovely and the pleats in the back--perfect

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Renee!

[@believeinfaeries8713]

That fabric is delicious! And I don't think I could count how many times I've done something similar, though the bane to my existence is set in sleeves. Doesn't matter what I do, I will invariably have to rip one or both out at least once.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you! Sleeves are known to be like that unfortunately, they misbehave for sure!

[@ReinaElizondo]

I love this and the panniers skirt! It's so satisfying to see this finished. Cultivating patience for fine finishes is an aspiring goal for me too lol. I'm sorry about the mistake, but I'm so glad you were able to make it work! You are definitely still a good seamstress. Not the same thing but I once had trouble after doing a too thin opening on a welt pocket in jeans. (I fit it between the button and the flap of a fake pocket.) After some wash/wear, the corners unraveled quite a bit. In retrospect I wish I'd done some bartacks, because before that I'd been so proud lol. Alas!

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Reina! I think it is very impressive that you have made jeans at all! I have never attempted such things as I often get frustrated when working with thicker fabrics ha 😅

[@ReinaElizondo]

@@TheClosetHistorian Thanks lol. I actually only modified existing jeans, but the loose weave and thickness were a little challenging when the layers added up. I used my dad's industrial machine for things like adding belt loops, but my regular machine worked for the quilting cotton I used for the welt pockets. (They were contrasting.) I got started in machine sewing by modifying existing clothes to fit better. Putting pockets in all of my jeans that didn't have them was one of my more extensive early projects. I find the idea of making a full pair of jeans intimidating too lol.

[@swingularity1119]

I still think the end result is lovely and your hair looks fab, victory rolls or no victory rolls.

[@TheClosetHistorian]

Thank you Sarah!