Making Dresses Out of Household Materials! || Recycle Retro

Recycle Retro: FABRIC STASH EDITION, lol
I figured it was about time to dig into my fabric stash again, and finally bust out some of my vintage patterns that I've been dying to use! I ended up choosing a thrifted tablecoth and some curtains for these two projects, and then using some 1940's/50's patterns! This one goes out to EDNA.
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I was supposed to sew myself some stuff to wear but you know what, I'm just gonna watch you do it instead cause it's easier and more satisfying 😂

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahahahaha relatable 😂😂❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@duchessmarie3245]

Me, right now!!! Literally!!!!

[@emi_illustrations]

yes the lazy in all of us :)

[@MerryMerryQuiteContrary]

I've now been watching youtube videos and tutorials for four days instead of sewing... xD

[@Blue-bn3ze]

*as im currently procrastinating on making mockups and reading for bio*

[@j.whittingham5901]

Patterns were made to be used - imagine how sad they must have been, stored away for decades unloved and unused, jealous of all the other patterns who got to be turned into beautiful things. Don't be sad, they died doing what they were made for! :-D

[@lenore_nvrmore3317]

J. Whittingham i almost cried at the imagining of that little short film in my head....all the emotions.

[@ronistitch6510]

It sort of reminds me of the little bit in the be our gest song " life is so unnerving for a servent whos not serving " They need to be ussed its their purpess

[@greenlilacs2521]

Do they still sell those patterns because I would love to buy the patterns if I knew the numbers?

[@rixanoz]

Like a lonely old vampire ready to die

[@xTashleyx]

@@greenlilacs2521 I worked at Goodwill and they get donated en masse all the time and are priced at .99 cents.

[@MicarahTewers]

Your thumbnails are always so beautifully satisfyingly perfect

[@rachelmaksy]

Aww really???? They're one of my biggest struggles with KZbin hahahaha so that means so much, thank you beauty!! 😂❤️

[@puppyaspureasmilk3790]

MICARAAAAAH!!

[@sarahfurtado9095]

Don’t judge a KZbinr’s beautiful personality by the thumbnail 😂

[@sarahfurtado9095]

Not insulting but it doesn’t show your wonderful chaotic energy

[@Coffeegirl739]

Micarah here, Karolina's here. Yeah!

[@nancyreid8729]

I’m teaching my neighbor to sew; he’s just a hobbit lad of 28, and I’m an old lady. He is making a shirt, and we get together every Sunday afternoon; I started him with hemming and buttons. I have gotten him to watching you and Morgan Donner, and the 3 of us are having quite an impact on him! Thank you.

[@poohcatchyou3917]

That sounds adorable! I hope you're both enjoying yourselves! It's nice of you to teach him. ❤️

[@alliekingsley7919]

That is a wonderful set of skills to pass along, whatever the age! I've been trying to teach my roommate how to do simple repairs, but it's quickly become easier to just stitch the holes in things myself so he can save money, it's easier than him bleeding on everything. 😅

[@splashthefly9039]

For hand sewing, I would recommend Bernadette Banner as well. I love reading stories like yours. I hope that you two will have lots of fun together and may you both learn from eachother! ❤️

[@josephinehogg3629]

at 4:30 - that's the way ALL patterns used to come before the 1960's. Printed patterns are only younger than 'sliced bread' by a few years! LOL Imagine what it felt like, being a pre-teen trying to learn how to sew - literally without any guide lines? it was not easy. trial and error LOL congratulations of a job really well done. Your body will change it's shape, all through your life. and if you have children! OMG. that's a whole new barrel of fish. Every garment you sew will always be about adjusting the pattern to fit you. Great work! keep it up. I have loved sewing for nearly 60 years now. I don't ever plan to stop

[@saraheschweiler4939]

🌿🌻🌿💚🌿💙🌿💜🌿🌻🌿

[@koira163]

60years? Wow. You must have done so many beautiful garments and know alot of secrets, haha. 💕 Sewing is stressful especially if you are perfectionist, but once it's just what you like it it feels so good!

[@velma107]

This wholesome comment made me smile 💕💕

[@ladyrepunsel4567]

Truth, my body has completely changed shape in the last year because I had a baby

[@fionaanderson5796]

Yes, my mother had patterns like this - pre-cut, and with all the dart points, matching notches, gathering sections, pleats, folds, etc marked by dots. From memory, they have a 5/8ths inch seam allowance built in (marked by the holes at the corners). Once you know that, they really aren't any harder to sew than figuring out the dotted lines, arrows, and notches printed on modern patterns.

[@okiedokie2792]

“I have a tendency to bite off way more than I can chew and then panic, and stress, and cry” Felt that, spiritually

[@abbyd254]

Right!? 😅

[@tourmelion9221]

Me too

[@soraslayer7035]

100% my sister. I just get super in my head then procrastinate until the end of time.

[@helenl3193]

Same! Can we firm a virtual support group? ... And when I say we, I mean can we allocate the organising of it to someone who won't be overwhelmed by it! 😅

[@camillebochemin2872]

Me in everyone of my sewing projects 😂

[@sabrinalorraine4523]

the patterns that just had holles are intentionally like that, that's how pattern companies used to make em

[@rachelmaksy]

✨✨✨✨ the more you know ✨✨✨ 😂

[@katherinemorelle7115]

Yep- Angela Clayton uses a lot of old patterns, and they all came like that- everything was marked with perforations only, and there was absolutely no printing on them.

[@SarahM-lw2gd]

Yeah. But it did have some holes not from the factory. But from Frodo.

[@sabrinalorraine4523]

@@rachelmaksy I would definitely recommend angela claytons channel to learn how to use them better

[@taniaclark3418]

Oh that’s cool once quarantine is done I really want to try making a vintage dress! Thanks for letting me know

[@GinnyDi]

Ahhhh, that green gingham dress came out so lovely!!

[@koira163]

Oh. Is that jester cosplay?

[@magiv4205]

Hi Ginny! Gotta love seeing legends support eachother.

[@smolmanth2330]

My mother used to wrap towels around my head when I got out of the bath as a child and exclaim “babushka” just as you did with your pup. Always amazing to see little mannerisms like that in other families.

[@poohcatchyou3917]

My mom did that too!

[@VoloKnits]

I do this to our dog and I don't know where I learned it from XD

[@lenaheinemann7903]

Rachel: "You are not gonna step on my Patterns." Me: "Nope." Frodo: "Ya... Nope." Me: "HA!"

[@rachelmaksy]

😂😂😂😂

[@belindacoba5158]

"I'm not going to step on your patterns but I'm putting my butt on the first shot"...😅

[@MirandaMilner]

My mom used to sing to me: “who can solve a problem like Miranda”. Literally like 1/4 of my clothes were once tablecloths/curtains/other thrifted fabrics.

[@alexiskfischDesigns]

Miranda Milner yes queen!!!

[@user-ym7rp9qb8d]

ah that's awesome! i wish i could sew clothing well 😂

[@MirandaMilner]

Leonora Vano just keep working at it! I honestly used to suck at sewing. 😂 trust me, there was lots of hot gluing and ill fitting garments before I could make a remotely decent piece of clothing.

[@abathiannas]

@@MirandaMilner Do you happen to know of any good places or videos to start? I have a ton of random old material and have been thinking of trying to go for clothing. So far I just have plushies haha.

[@rosemali3022]

@@abathiannas I started with a 1920s drop waist dress, super simple, no pattern needed. Then a kimono. Then...that's it lol. But both came out cute.

[@bettablue2660]

My grandma was from MA, and her name was Edna, and she was a seamstress. I know there were other Edna’s, but it’s fun to imagine. Love your videos.

[@wendynordstrom3487]

My grandma was Edna too! Yay!!

[@rachelmaksy]

🤗🤗🤗❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@CourtneyzW0rld]

Shoutout to the grandma's named Edna club!! My dad's mom and my mom's sister are both named Edna😂😂

[@TiffG100]

My grandma was an Edna too!

[@jenniferschmitzer299]

SiennaGoddess yay.. and mine gave me my singer when I turned 18!

[@jsutherland777]

When working on the floor, spread a tablecloth over your cut out project to protect from dog feet. 115 lb rottweiler taught me that.

[@BunsBooks]

Rachel making dresses from curtains: *Scarlett O’Hara* Me making dresses from curtains: *Carol Burnett*

[@Nikki-tx6kh]

Me, making dresses from curtains: Julie Andrews. (My Gran worshipped her)

[@lindasummer2343]

Carol Burnett made a lot more money wearing that curtain. 😂😂

[@estherhinds6314]

Me: Giselle

[@mikespangler98]

The important part is remove the curtain rod. That skit is a classic.

[@jodyk6042]

‘I saw it in the window and I just had to have it.’

[@mothersuperior6751]

Quote. “Why do you have to make my chaotic life have consequences?” I think this just became my mantra.

[@rachelmaksy]

😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@greatvalue_ethelcain]

“How was I supposed to know there would be consequences for my actions?”

[@jenniferschmitzer299]

Nooooooooo... oh nooooooooooooo

[@kendrag6113]

anybody else just going to start whispering "edna" in an accusing tone whenever something inconvenient happens or goes wrong?

[@andreacathalina7540]

Yes forever

[@Jallen6442]

To me it’s hilarious because I had a great grandmother named Edna

[@doreenwatson-read]

Yes god bless Edna, she will be forever on the lips of all makers .

[@emoryrubyg9631]

Yes lol

[@colleennewholy9026]

My grandma's sister is named Edna XD They didn't like each other very much 😂

[@MalteseKat]

So heartwarming and brings back fond memories of my mother's stories. She learned to sew during WW2. The bomb blasts would tear clothes to pieces. She even made slippers from the scraps of coats remaining after a bombardment. That stayed with me. I don't throw away basting thread.

[@gmr1241]

I keep my basting thread, too!

[@bonlessmangoes7276]

Poor Edna she doesn't deserve this judgement 😔

[@aubreyjanuary9809]

You pretend to care for Edna, but look at you, not making the E uppercase like she's some object! I see right through you!

[@bonlessmangoes7276]

@@aubreyjanuary9809 oh no, you're right. I didn't make it uppercase im sorry Edna 😭

[@misspenguinsupreme9923]

Godam Edna

[@juliejay5436]

@@bonlessmangoes7276 🤔😂🤣😂

[@mandycollins8795]

Rachel: "Lining up the patterns went out the window..." Rachel tries on dress. It's perfect. Me: "witch craft...."

[@anotherlilaclieutenant]

That Goblin magic.

[@c8lyn128]

"you're not going to step on my patterns, deal?" and that, my friends, is called foreshadowing

[@clever_grill]

My mom made so many of my clothes growing up, and I always loved the moment when someone would compliment my outfit and I could say "Thanks, MY MOM MADE IT." Maybe someday I can feel that same pride in my own sewing :) also, I love this video! Just subscribed

[@KelseyDrummer]

My mom made my clothes too! I had so many cute dresses. I saved them my kids. 🥰

[@StarlingofAzerath]

Dont worry about cramming too many sewing projects into a single video. Space it out. It will be more content and less stress for you. I rather have longer videos or more indepth of one project than multiple projects that are only highlighted.

[@j.whittingham5901]

Definitely agree! I'd be happy to watch a slower-paced video for each project!

[@gsmith490]

Yes!

[@MysteryLullaby]

Rachel made two bomb a** dresses in like two days like a true hobbit lass.

[@rachelmaksy]

😂❤️❤️❤️ just WAIT til I bust out the vest patterns hahahaha

[@themeowmeoow]

Oh wow 2 days! It took me 4 days to make a simple dress 😭😂

[@suziel6588]

My parents worked as property master and wardrobe mistress in Toronto film and theatre...my highschool graduate pant suit and tunic blouse were made from the drapery of a movie...some ten years later my wedding gown was made from the drapery of a movie my uncle...who was also a property master...special because he was my father's best man and childhood friend...your channel is helpful indeed...be strong and safe in these times Suzie 🍁

[@emebrennan4966]

“Oh, Edna...”/ “You did me dirty, Edna” should be on a shirt

[@colleennewholy9026]

My grandma would approve. She cackled whenever someone said "edna!" In an angry voice

[@puppyaspureasmilk3790]

Meeeerch? 😂😂

[@Susanfuzz]

I could use the fabric I have for the next ten years and maybe I’d make a dent 😂 ETA: you know spring is coming when Rachel flashes bare knees under her skirt instead of pajama pants ;)

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahaha yes!!!

[@seanathanbeanathan]

A Massachusetts mood

[@halflanderjedi378]

Rachel proclaiming, "tablecloth for kings!" Is my new favorite thing and I want to use that phrase in every conversation.

[@jb6712]

Dear girl, your sewing skills make me green with envy! I can no longer hold needles due to a massive injury to my right arm and shoulder six years ago which has resulted in extensive and expanding nerve damage, making it impossible to even feel anything as small as needles for hand sewing. My shoulder "collapses" when held up for any length of time, so even crocheting has become a challenge (I used to crochet full-size afghans, 4 feet wide by six feet long, in just three weeks. Now it takes at least 3 months, and they're only half that size). Your dresses turned out to be attractive and actually cute, so please be pleased with what you've done, and tweak them if you find it necessary. Personally, if I could make my own clothes again, I'd be doing so without apologies---if anyone wants them to be "perfect," they can come do all the measuring, fitting, cutting, pinning, etc., etc.

[@extras19]

That is the cutest pinafore I've ever seen. Wish I could find a pattern like that.

[@colinwhitham6406]

Rachel's facial expressions are the only thing me sane right now, also the chaotic energy

[@rachelmaksy]

😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@canucknancy4257]

Making clothes out of curtains: Maria from The Sound of Music, Scarlett O'Hara, and, of course, Ms. Rachel Maksy from Massachusetts. They turned out adorable. Great work! Thanks for sharing!

[@recklesszephyr]

and gisele from enchanted!!

[@maryannanderson7517]

No "making clothes out of curtains" list is complete without Carol Burnett as Scarlett O'Hara in "Went with the Wind" when she made the dress out of curtains. You mentioned Scarlett O'Hara but I wasn't sure if you were including the Carol Burnett version of WWTW also. BTW, I loved the "Mom Turn Signal" comment. I absolutely used to do this when my little niece would be riding around with me as she stood on the front seat with her body somewhat wedged behind my shoulder to keep her from falling and every time I hit the brakes my arm flew out. In fact, I continued doing that when my niece moved away and the man who became my husband was riding with me. Out of habit my arm would fly out any time I touched the brakes which he though was enormously funny. He asked, "Are you keeping me safe?" Well, duh. I guess it worked. That was the days before seat belts (anyone else old enough to remember those days?) and he never went through the windshield. I like to think it was partially because of my "Mom" seat belt.

[@karilinn4260]

Frodo will always step on the pattern pieces LOL

[@rachelmaksy]

ALWAYS 😂😤

[@karilinn4260]

@@rachelmaksy has he ever stepped on the needles?

[@Eowyn3Pride]

Maybe he likes the sound it makes under his feet...?

[@Hair8Metal8Karen]

Dog's gonna do what a dog's gotta do...

[@jenafierro1500]

I just want you to know that I started watching your you tube video's about a year ago now. I have watched almost all of them, but just came across this one today. You have inspired me to start sewing. I got a sewing machine from my husband for Christmas and I have been sewing my little heart out ever since. Thank you for the inspiration. thank you for showing me that I don't have to be perfect in my sewing, but it is a learning process. And most of all thank you for being you!

[@MiahGrace]

I’ve heard that the cutout holds on patterns were able to be “powdered” with chalk and then you have all the marks laid out without having to painstakingly mark them.

[@johannageisel5390]

Yes.

[@Sleipnirseight]

That makes sense! Thank you for sharing!

[@KeonaRaynalise]

It was also bc printing things with ink was way harder and more expensive than punching things into a big stack of paper!

[@anitaholmes8201]

Also, sometimes "marks" were made by just taking a stitch in the fabric and leaving long tails (AKA tailor's tack).

[@mordeys]

ladies making clothing in times of want and need did just as you are doing so its period correct. unmatched patterns became the norm more than ppl think.

[@willow4191]

Beginner sewer? You made two beautiful dresses in two days. I'm so impressed and inspired ❤

[@heatherannekennedy9368]

I love using vintage patterns but they are a bit of a challenge - I think you did really well! I learned to sew as a child - my grandmother died and left us a trunk full of fabric, an old sewing machine and two vintage sewing books - Bishops Method and Vogue Methods of Sewing - and I learned by sewing through the projects in those books - starting with super simple aprons and pillowcases and finishing up by tailoring a jacket and skirt. Just remember that your IRON is your best friend and takes your finished garment from looking 'homemade' to looking 'handmade'. Iron everything! Also - clip those curves and corners - grade the excess fabric from your facings and always use good thread - the cheap stuff messes up your tension and makes sewing stressful! I've been sewing for 47 years and still learn with each project! Enjoy the process!

[@ladystitch-a-lot]

Frodo noooooo 😭 we all know it was going to happen, but you know what even with it being a vintage pattern you can always just use some clear packaging tape and fix it. You did a beautiful job and I want that pinafore dress sooo cute 😍

[@rachelmaksy]

Definitely gotta do some Pattern CPR 😂🙈🙈🙈

[@ladystitch-a-lot]

@@rachelmaksy 😂 I have had to save the life of a few pattern.. it happens to all of us at one time or another 😂

[@sophieh2902]

From a conservation perspective, please think about the materials that you will fix it with 😊 sellotape does not age well...

[@cenedra20]

As a fellow girl-who've-been-sewing-for-awhile-but-not-profesaionally, those two turned out amazing! And in a reasonable time! I'm sincerely proud of you

[@perfectstorm333]

"and possibly new people who are trying to figure out if I'm interesting enough to keep watching. I'mma let you know right now....I'm not." You're not? You're not?!?!?! Excuse me ma'am but you are definitely worth sticking around for! I look forward to your videos every week! They're fun, funny, I always learn something about sewing and crafting, they're entertaining, you have a cute dog, like... what else do you need? Yes you are interesting enough to keep watching! Also, off topic of my rather aggressive intense love of this channel, but you know it's gonna be a good video when editing Rachel shows up.

[@lalamartelo]

tbh, I cracked when she said that, paused the video, subscribed and then continued watching. 100% agree, she is worth sticking around

[@juliejay5436]

And a cute lovely cat too! I have been a fan of many talented awesome red heads for years 😂

[@notquitechaos6705]

the extremely slow "because that one.... is making me anxious" as she took a sip killed me. absolute mood for finals week

[@grimmscuriosities9411]

Frodo is like my Oni cat. 'oh, you're doing something? I must sit on it.' One time that led to blue ink everywhere and an emergency paw bath.

[@Mandy_Savage]

That one thumbs down is probably Edna.

[@rachelmaksy]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@kellynorman9270]

I would love it if Edna was watching this and cackling away with laughter 😂

[@eviescotia]

That transition from fabric to finished piece is so cute so so so cute!!

[@rachelmaksy]

🤗❤️❤️❤️

[@haleybellereynolds]

i’ve been having a really rough time lately and when the notification for your video popped up it made me smile for the first time in a long time, thank you 💛💛

[@rachelmaksy]

Aww I'm so glad ❤️❤️❤️

[@taniaclark3418]

I hope ur doing alright! 💜💜💜

[@jackiejames4551]

I too have been struggling, but Rachael n Frodo always make it better. They are sooo funny. Anyway sending prayers that you are doing better soon.

[@KBT1951]

It is nice you are keeping retro fashion alive.

[@4nn13h7]

Lordy, I love that pinafore in that fabric. The texture that it adds is just wonderful.

[@karilinn4260]

The queen of 1940s fashion is back♡

[@spiderleenie]

3:34 "Lots of green, but, you know ... It's fine." Literally me whenever I add new clothes to my closet, haha. The dresses you made are beautiful! They turned out great!

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahaha can never have too much green 😂😂😂

[@meaganwallwork5395]

Same! My closet is becoming a forest and I'm not mad about it lol.

[@fallenleaf666]

That pinafore is the exact pattern I've been trying to find for about a year or two now 😂🙈❤️

[@roshpotter06]

I think I saw a reproduction on thevintagepatternshop.com, but don't quote me on that

[@The7logiebears]

How fun that I stumbled upon her. I haven't sewing since 1970, home ec class. I just made a dress!! It could duble as pjs, but Im happy and feel like I found a nee friend, my sewing machine. (I inherited it, it also old) 😉

[@michakalinowski4437]

When you fit stuff basting patterns temporarily together is a great method to check the fit properly. When you have to do alteration taking long stitches out takes minutes and it improves the quality of the finished work greatly. Strongly recommend!!!

[@ellam1121]

im CRYING is that a succulent pincushion???

[@rachelmaksy]

YES it's the cutest 😂❤️

[@cathycobb356]

That was how older patterns used to come, before they started printing on the tissue paper. Instead they used little holes to mark darts, grain, matching points etc ☺️

[@KeonaRaynalise]

I came into the comments to see if someone had already said this!!

[@melodybrink64]

I very much enjoy watching your videos. I have taken sewing lessons and I took tailoring in High School back in the day. You are doing very well. Your ability to just do is incredible. I always got caught up in the perfection of what I was trying to do instead of just doing. Please don't let the nay sayers get you down.

[@carolempluckrose778]

When the time comes going through my Mum's stash, fabric and patterns is going to be quite a journeying. Thanks for giving me the faith that I know I can do that and honour Mum too. She's 97 and in care due to dementia. It's a very long goodbye.

[@laurabolt5412]

I recently made my first garment: a "tailored" lace/mesh tuxedo vest! I had no pattern and no experience and only one yard of fabric. "Why am I like this" indeed... But it turned out pretty good!! You inspire me to TRY

[@scp049hasbreachedcontianme9]

I just want to say, I love people like you. You restore my hope for humanity, and you make me proud

[@hannahwallace5466]

Me: *has tests to study for* Also me: Ahhhh more content

[@rachelmaksy]

😂❤️❤️❤️

[@aanaspot]

Hannah Wallace crying in history student 😢

[@leighh2725]

I like the mental image of Frodo being a Wall Street businessman

[@judyphillips1309]

I am learning sewing and I think I can do more than I can often. I have a large tote of things I made and fit, but I don't feel I can wear out an about.... and others I have. ha. I wanted to say I've watched countless videos online and your channel is one of the few I have subscribed to. I SO enjoy your honesty, and humor.... and I like that you show the basics and you talk about your struggles. Plus... while not necessarily "sewing" related... I love that you include your dog... it's real... I have dogs and they walk across my stuff.... knock stuff over, etc. all the time. While I don't have a channel and have to endure comments from others... My vote is that life is hard enough.... let the negative crap go. That's someone else's issue, not yours. Keep on keeping on.... you rock. (P.S. I have enough stored fabric to start my own store because when I see something I like (especially on sale) I get it... .next thing you know I need a spare room to stash it..... so the fact you've kept yours to roughly 3 cubby bins is beyond impressive.) Can't wait to see what else you do. Thanks!

[@kikihammond5326]

Rachel, you may do this, couldn't tell from the video. Something that may help you is you first make your button holes, then sew on your buttons. You slit open your button holes, then take a fabric marker and go through the button hole to the fabric where your buttons will be and mark the spot for your button. You do need to accommodate for the button "slide". What I mean is you put the button through the button hole in the center of the hole, but once it is in place, your button hole will slid over to so the edge of the hole is at the center of the button. (hope that makes sense.) I think this will help you for a bit of gaping. On some garments that will happen anyway because of how many buttons and where placed, and then you just sew a snap or a hook and eye where the gaping is to it won't gape open. Really enjoy your videos and your eye for fashion.

[@lillyschneider2036]

now whenever something goes wrong with any of my sewing projects I'm just going to blame it on Edna

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahaha POOR EDNA

[@lillyschneider2036]

oh my goodness, a reply from the Vintage Queen herself! do you happen to have any valuable tips for making a 1938 evening gown, ms. maksy?

[@she.is.sleeping]

Edna might become the Karen for sewists 😹😹😹

[@Whitney_Sews]

Oh my goodness! They both turned out so stinking cute! You did a great job!

[@purpleheart3000]

You have no idea how inspirational that closing bit was. I've been thinking about trying to sew clothes for, like, A YEAR now since getting into watching costubers. The Edwardian period especially calls to me... a siren's song of style and long skirts... and I think you just gave me the motivation I've needed to finally touch a sewing machine. Thank you, and I'll give it a shot tomorrow! Also, dear future me: Do NOT be scared of the needle/pin. It is friend, even when it stabs you. Clothes are worth it

[@debcobb9739]

I watched you for the very first time and it is always interesting to see the process of sewing a garment from a newby. I have been sewing for 55+ years and I have learned some tricks that make a difference. I always sew the top back to the top skirt first to add the zipper. That way you can lay the fabric flat without all the fullness of the garment. Just a suggestion....I think you did a good job and I like what you made. We don't always like what we make but if you enjoyed what you were doing is worth the effort. Many blessings

[@k1tkat-kate]

The only reason I know it's Friday: oh hey, Rachel uploaded! (I was r e a l confused with the Coraline video 😂)

[@4492]

Me too!!! I was like "But...I watch a Rachel at lunch today....MOAR RACHEL????"

[@rachelmaksy]

😂❤️❤️❤️

[@Eowyn3Pride]

Me too!!!🥰🤣

[@kimberlyrichardson726]

Sleeves look perfect, nobody would know if they were supposed to be different

[@katefromantikanueva4629]

You are actually looking much more assured, sewing, and seem much more confident than you used to. And the end product is coming out nicely! GO YOU!

[@minimagpie1]

I love that the sheer size of your stash means you're fabric shopping in your own house. I love watching your videos and all the fun things you make!

[@___LC___]

I’m in love with the sleeves on the plaid!!

[@emmibee6326]

"*dramatic hair flip* ...I'm not." aaaand subscribed.

[@todayillbelizzie3756]

Was going to like this comment but then saw that it had exactly 111 likes. Sorry/ not sorry.

[@LouAnne26]

Look to Morgan Donner's video on preserving tissue patterns. Basically ironing them onto Freezer paper to reinforce.

[@naomielou4946]

I love how both dresses turned out.

[@kateobrien1943]

That pinafore is SUPER cute! I love that you have used old cloth to make something new, functional and beautiful. Winning at recycling

[@emilymcdanel538]

This was a lovely break in my day from my usual wallowing in global pandemic! This is the kind of stuff I live for. Thrifted/recycled materials, vintage sewing, mild chaotic lifestyle consequences from renegade pets. You have great content, thank you for being you.

[@tiegrsidesignsandstudio4794]

That gingham dress is SO CUTE! The pinafore is pretty, too. I think you did an AMAZING job!

[@Shea_Face]

Watching this in 2023, seeing the Jenna and Julien podcast made my heart so happy❤️

[@filledwithmaggots]

seeing these videos makes me want to learn how to make my own clothes than I remember that I spent all my money on 17ft of mushroom led lights

[@KatieLaClair]

An excellent purchase 👏🏻👏🏻

[@dragonmaster613]

how have I not found this before? as a McGuyver (throws junk together to make something new), this is what I like! if only I could hit the Like Button a million times.

[@cassiesevigny]

I think having the puff sleeves on the fabric at an angle turned out really cute!

[@ballerina2rockerchik]

Rachel’s definition of a chaotic reckless lifestyle is so wholesome compared to most peoples’

[@hamcaked]

I’ve had some old sheets and curtains sitting in my fabric stash for ages, this video was perfect for some inspiration!

[@tdhawk167]

Great job! You're right, its a process. Its intimidating to me. My step mom was so talented with this skill. She made beautiful clothes for herself. I have a lot of fabric I've collected over the years and a sewing machine...

[@ChayceItLikeItsHot]

ahhh my heart! the old time fiddle background music made my day.

[@katelynryder9103]

I’m getting very Anne of Green Gables vibes... and I’m into it!

[@kirasgirly]

I was just thinking, now there a few items for the two Megan Follows sequels I want to make!

[@rachelmaksy]

Hehehe SPRING TIMEEEE

[@PandoraSaysSo]

I am so impressed by your sewing!! IMHO I think the waistline was very pretty on you as is, but you are the wearer and if tailoring it makes you more comfortable, then you do you. Well done!

[@mastersadvocate]

I loved how the green gingham dress turned out! The green pinafore was great except for the buttons. They were wonky, just as you said. But you know what? You went ahead and sewed two dresses! I'm proud of you! Way to go, Rachel! Stay safe, okay? Atta girl!! ~Janet in Canada

[@kenna176]

Rachel: "Soon it actually will be warm enough to go outside." Arizona: *already getting excessive heat warnings because we hit the triple digits last week*

[@Jazz-nr7nk]

Same in Texas 😅

[@bruhkent6895]

Lol the highest we’ve gotten in Iowa was 82 degrees and that was for a single day for a couple hours. This morning it was 52 degrees

[@punkrockbenny]

Me: The perfect woman doesn't exist. Rachel: *exists* Me: Damn.

[@rachelmaksy]

😭🙈🙈❤️❤️❤️

[@beatekelly243]

Oh what a great job you wouldn’t believe what you can make out of a tablecloth ❤️❤️🇦🇺

[@Marqaisa]

That pinafore was adorable. I doubt anyone who sees you in it in public would know that was a tablecloth once upon a time. That other dress with the gingham is too cute for words. Two enthusiastic thumbs up.

[@animeducky9]

The hills are a live with the sound of Frodo~~~

[@rachelmaksy]

💃💃💃💃💃💃

[@donutnarwhal135]

"oh, Edna"

[@helenversteeg4516]

Wow Rachel well done, you're learning fast. I've been making clothes for thirty years and I' seriously impressed. ❤

[@OldMotherLogo]

The checked dress is particularly nice. Thanks for sharing this.

[@billieneilson8491]

You've improved with every garment, and it's so exciting to watch you on this sewing journey. I love that you just dive in head first, most people would be to nervous to take on these bigger sewing challenges, but you're really going for it an it's amazing! One little tip that I find brings a garment to a whole new level is if you are able to press (iron) the seams at every stage, and then give the full thing a really good press at the end. I loved these dresses, you are doing so well, I can't wait to see what you make next :D

[@lsnoozy7432]

The transition at 14:43 is so good! 💖 I love it! Edit: And again at 16:12 and 16:30!? Be still my heart!

[@rachelmaksy]

Hahaha thank you!!!

[@bako6340]

I’m actually addicted to ur videos, I’ve been eating Halloween candy and watching them all day… you give off garret watt energy I love it

[@annsofie1616]

the gingham dress is SO STUNNING! absolutely beautiful and so lovely!!! loved the buttons on the other dress! this video made me super happy! thank you

[@jennywestacott9079]

If you would like to repair the pattern piece you can by using a piece of tissue paper and some paste or glue I have a few of those patterns and yes that happens sometimes just repair it and it's good as new. As a last note for you I love watching your videos you have a diverse range of interests and I really enjoy the realistic and normal chat, the bloopers and the time you take. Thank you