Making My Wedding Dress (part 2!!)

[@svenjaj.3520]

My mom told me that on patterns there were no 9,j and L because it is too easy to get them mixed up with 6 and i... Not sure how true that is, but it always seemed logical to me...

[@mirjanbouma]

Its not uncommon for things to exclude the O/0, 1/I/l. Or even 3/E for this reason.

[@rfldss89]

Huh, I thought it was because 7 ate 9.

[@imakuro9066]

@@rfldss89 lmao good one

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

This makes so much sense!!!

[@crimson3532]

Why don’t they just add a dash under the 6 and 9 to indicate which is which I know uno cards and other games do this

[@Jen_S_Hassler1258]

One more thing: Anyone who wishes they could give Annika and Luci a wedding gift but don't live in Australia, PLEASE consider joining Annika's Patreon with even just a dollar a month to help them out. I am SO glad I finally joined last year because Annika is VERY involved with us through it, and it's definitely a great investment! Plus, you get to view her videos early, which is how I'm among the earliest comments posted here. C'mon, stop thinking about it and just JOIN us! We have cookies! (OK, it's just the internet kind, but we have great camaraderie!) Disclaimer: the opinion expressed above is my own and I was given no incentive to give it... unless you count the sense of belonging Annika had given me. 😘

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

😭 omg, how are you so good 😭😭❤❤❤

[@bryonymason3104]

I'm a patron but I never watch things early or go on there lol, she's just awesome 😂😂❤️❤️❤️

[@Jen_S_Hassler1258]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 you get what you give, bayybee! 🤗

[@BookWormLA]

JulzMama she’s also got a Ko-Fi link in the description if you can’t afford a monthly thing!!!!!

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

😭🥰🥰 ya'll!!!!!!!!

[@SachitheCat]

Yelling at a piece of paper, truely the unifier of all creative hobbies. Even if it's not a literal piece of paper, we've all been there. I've told friends to take my laptop off me if I start screaming while trying to tab something by ear. I'm planning on getting more into machine sewing again this year, so more sewing friends would be good. Especially considering some of my plans.

[@shutupsavannah2195]

Ayyy I’m also getting (back, after a couple years of neglecting it) into machine sewing. What up! I’m savannahshutup on twitter if you’re in search of internet sewing friends

[@reeda5390]

Sachi the Cat omg i also play string instruments and sew too! :^D

[@a7xmaNga]

I wanna start sewing somewhere can i join?

[@lolathesinger8192]

Hii yes so can I also be part of the sweing friends who yell at their music-stuff too:) lola14796 on insta:)

[@giuliaalvarez-katz3213]

that shirred bit also made this dress EVEN more flattering than it already was because it perks up your bum hardcore ! what a lovely shape it makes with the draping ! mood

[@geministargazer9830]

Giulia Alvarez-Katz I was just thinking that would be great to hide under some corsetry style lacing if you wanted to do a shirred panel but didn’t want visible shirring

[@Chibihugs]

It turned out beautifully and the shirring at the back was an inspired idea. Also your nieces are too cute

[@colorblox4942]

Love the dress! For the real fabric, use the thinnest pins you can find and microtex needles. I was really scared of my wedding dress fabric at first, but it was actually really easy to sew with. I used satin duchesse and had lace and tulle overlay. I'm crossing my thumbs that everything goes well for you! Can't wait to see it!

[@AlextheENTP]

I know you weren't talking to ne, but thanks for those tips!! I have been really enjoying sewing on my new machine, but I know NOTHING, so any time I see tips and tricks, I soak em up like a sponge. I don't even have any sewing friends, but just the existence of the internet has already helped so much. I'd be nowhere if I were doing this in total isolation.

[@colorblox4942]

@@AlextheENTP Glad I could help! When I started sewing, I also soaked up every little bit of information that I came across on the internet. Now I have set ways of how I like to do things, but I still come across interesting new ways of doing stuff from time to time. You'll never start learning. If you have any questions, hit me up! I don't have a youtube channel, but I'm glad to help spread the sewing love! Bonus Tip: Practice everything on crap fabric like old bed sheets. I still do this when I try out a new pattern. Just like Annika does with her mock up. You can do a mock up for everything, not just weddnig dresses ;)

[@AlextheENTP]

@@colorblox4942 Wow, thanks for the offer, that's really appreciated. And yes, I definitely treat the good fabric like _my preciousss_ and do all the experiments on ugly fabric or worn-out clothes!

[@AwesomeHappyFace]

Annika: WHO STOLE NUMBER 9??? 7: *heavy sweating*

[@annjowolfe1561]

paola 7 what did YOU *DO* !!!!!

[@eilish3210]

I have true respect for you my friend

[@carlieknight3229]

I'm so surprised that this is the one 7 joke I've seen in the comments. She said that and I screamed BECAUSE 7 8 9!

[@ClaireMontgomerySalsaEclaire]

@@carlieknight3229 ME TOO CARLIE! Hahaha Annika, you look AMAZINGLY glamorous, pin curls And swishing hem and just a suggestion of sexy side boob, and the dress is so so soooo elegant (and I LOVE your fix for making your dress even more practical for real people who eat and bloat and want to LIVE in their clothes and feel comfortable) - wishing you all the very best and hahahaha maybe someday you can make and sell an Annika-ized improved version of a pattern like this with all the handholding tips us 2020 seeing enthusiasts love? I think I am not alone in saying that I can't be the only person who is thinking "I would love a dress like that tooooo!" :,). Thank you also for bringing back memories of my Nan sitting in her pin curls - she was born in the 30s and your look is giving me happy flashbacks. Hoping you are staying safe and healthy (can you believe that covid19 actually made me forget that the horrifying bush fires ALSO HAPPENED THIS YEAR @.@?!? 2020, go home, you are drunk and making me sad some days :,( ) and keep those timelapse songs coming :) they make me smile :). And here is a smiley song for you ( Barenaked Ladies - 7 8 9 [Official Music Video] 1:48 · KZbin www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&url=%23&ved=2ahUKEwia5evmzbnpAhWJfd4KHbnND1AQ8TUwAnoECBIQHA&usg=AOvVaw0VTJzWxrN8ZFOD4xbU2nov started playing in my head the instant you said "where is 9?") Hope you enjoy and keep helping us all smile more and make more magic in this crazy world !

[@carliegriffiths6290]

Its definitely 7s fault! 😂 But on a truthful note, many numbered patterns will drop the 9, so you have no chance of connecting a 6 to an upsidedown 9, and vice versa. I think thats why most patterns use letters as you can go 15 up to o, before you get to the upside down/ back to front issue (bpq)

[@thestitchingkitten]

For anyone looking for sewing friends:there's a few Discord servers around, I'm a mod at one called Sewing & Crafts. You're welcome to join! (there is a verification bot to join, but that's to stop the annoying spam bots from joining).

[@alisavandertang3165]

Found ya! Do join, we'd love to have y'all!

[@AzuraeSkye]

It's a great server and very welcoming! It's the first result when you Google "sewing and crafts discord"

[@AshHeaven]

Do send!

[@mtamimi294]

Joined!

[@blondedisaster7363]

I’m not very good with discord but can you please tell me how to join

[@adriennegonzales2636]

I would consider adding horsehair to the hem for the slippery fabric so it doesn't stick to your body too much at the bottom.

[@christinelavallee57]

I started crying when I saw you in the finished mock-up. I’m so excited for you and Luci. You don’t know me and I only know this part of you, but I’m so happy I do get to see into your life! Good luck with the actual dress!!!

[@marissawacholder5822]

Wow the quality of this video is freaking amazing even after everything you’ve been through. Seriously this says a lot about you. Also thank you for inspiring me to start sewing again. Right now I’m working on a vintage 1950’s halter top I graded up to fit me in this fabulous flamingo fabric I found

[@meeks6798]

That sounds amazing!!

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

😭😭🥰❤ thank you that means so much!! Also that sewing project sounds like sew much fun!

[@kathy-leew3989]

"I am yelling at a piece of paper, I truly lost it." This is how I feel about exam season in Germany

[@marieh.316]

ja ich will nicht mehr

[@RSHBurns]

Ich hab drei Prüfungen diese Wocheeee... 😭

[@garfdoesfornite8646]

Wahr

[@nope_118]

@@RSHBurns Viel Erfolg!

[@Xhenkerstochter]

Ihr schafft das

[@ApoptosisNecrosis]

I think it's awesome that you're making your own wedding dress! my mom sewed her and my dad's wedding ensembles for their medieval themed wedding and it just makes it that much more personal. :)

[@daphvetu2571]

My jaw dropped at the end result! That is such a gorgeous dress, and youll make a beautiful bride, annika.

[@starophie]

annika, you look stunning!!! not only because the dress is gorgeous, but you look so happy :3 ✨luck ✨

[@sarahstables4936]

Annika it's BEAUTIFUL! That pattern was the absolute perfect choice, it's so perfect on you. I'm so excited to see the final version.

[@tamsinlucy2825]

This was such a great video! I love the editing style you've developed over the years. And thank goodness Luciano agreed to start coming on your channel because you two are comedic gold together.

[@ImLittleMissJacqui]

OMG I totally forgot about the umbrella thing ahahhahha bad coincidence. I bet Luci was internally saying told you 😂 Edit to add dad joke- 7 ate 9. So duh that's why it's not there 😂 (space cow approves of this joke aswell)

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

Oh my goooooood hahahahaha 😆😆😆

[@teagan_p_999]

Beat me to it. That's definitely why there's no nine.

[@samanthasanford2742]

I'll admit I was very suspicious of this pattern at first but OMG, even just the mockup looks stunning. Can't wait to see the actual dress!

[@quiltingtelegraph]

Ohh it's so pretty! That's going to be absolutely stunning in your final fabric. All the luck!! ❤

[@franziskaschlott3081]

Can I steal this pattern for my own weeding dress? :D you did a great job! I imagine more lace for my dress. But I think I need to Frankenstein a few patterns together. 💜 I hope you'll feel fine enough in Feb to work on your original dress.

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

I would be honoured to have inspired someone else's wedding dress! 😱 go for it! It's such a gorgeous, flattering dress right?? I'm so so glad I chose it!

[@franziskaschlott3081]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 I'll make sure to tag you on Insta, when my dress is happening 💜 you inspire us everyday.

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

@@franziskaschlott3081 please do!! I'd absolutely love to see it :)

[@KaPika735]

The sideboob censor made me laugh when you spun for sone reason 😂 Such a gorgeous dress honestly- and also now that you've done it once it'll be way quicker to make it a second time! 🥰😍

[@2ndlevelbard]

Maybe they didnt use no. 9 because when flipped it looks like 6 and the pattern makers didnt want any confusion regarding number orientation?

[@mirjanbouma]

Yeah that's what I'm thinking. Especially since they didn't give the 6 a dot or stripe to make it obvious.

[@connievaquita]

Was looking this comment

[@imbluedubbadee]

Well they failed there because they didn't put a line under the number 6 or make any effort to clarify that tthere was a reason 9 was missing 😂 guess they just expected people to know shit back then. Modern Patterns seem kinda easier to read 😅

[@2ndlevelbard]

@@imbluedubbadee it may have been common practice when that pattern was originally printed, so it is less of a fail and more of a practice lost in time.

[@aQuayQuay]

@@2ndlevelbard ^ this

[@HisEvilDomain]

I'm guessing they left out 9 so that there would be no confusino with the 6? But also not telling you they did that, so you get paranoid and confused anyway :P

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

Hahahahaha ^ this!!

[@rebekahanne475]

That was my initial thought as well!

[@anyaswift2839]

It’s clearly because seven ate (8) nine

[@AlextheENTP]

They could have just underlined the 6 and 9 so you know which is which though. But then, that would be way less confusing, so of course they wouldn't do that!!

[@brookeemken521]

I'll admit, I was really hesitant about the dress before it was finished and didn't feel like it was super flattering, BUT I was so wrong. This is gorgeous and so perfect, I'm in loveeeeee

[@wiki862]

Omg. I’m soooo happy you’re feeling better. You inspire me more than you could know, and I am relieved that you’re not stuck in the hospital anymore.

[@britneynoir6079]

I'm actually a beginner at sewing and trying to get my sewing legs but their are VERY few sewing people in this town, sewing friends would be nice

[@scarah1485]

Where abouts you from, I need a seeing friend too

[@britneynoir6079]

@@scarah1485 new York state, I'll be ur sewing friend, unfortunately I don't have Twitter or Instagram or anything but facebook

[@scarah1485]

Sarah adamson on Facebook, add me!

[@odakorthout2638]

Do you have Insta? Ive been sewing for a few years, gonna start going to college for it next year. Id like to be your sewing friend ^^

[@scarah1485]

@@odakorthout2638 @__scarah__

[@LocoDodoXD]

It looks really good! If I can give you one tip though, is to look at the straps for the actual dress. I think they look lie the are a little loose and do not fit very well. Maybe instead of pinning them on where the pattern tells you to, you could have someone pin them in the right place for you while you are wearing them?

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

Yes! We are fixing that for the final version so it fits closely to my body! :)

[@LocoDodoXD]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 Great to hear! :)

[@finnthehumans]

This dress is STUNNING and the silhouette is gorgeous on you. I can’t wait to see it in its full wedding glory Annika ❤️❤️❤️

[@sieracooper7024]

Every time I watch one of your videos, I am IMPRESSED. I've been sewing my whole life but man, your ability to wrap your head around these vintage patterns in particular is just amazing. You DO deserve an award!

[@albablabla]

Annika!!! That pattern is absolutely stunning, it's seriously such a beautiful choice, can't wait to see how the final dress looks like!

[@MealikaBrown]

The mock up is beautiful, I can't imagine what the actual dress will look like.

[@kiribee6346]

Not been on here for a while. It's great to see you so full of life and performing sewing miracles! Love the wedding dress pattern!

[@jo_peace]

fingies crossed for you!!! i’m confident it’ll turn out well bc you do good work, but i hope your body and illness cooperate so that the work goes smoothly and with as little stress as possible 💖

[@ColleenMarble]

Beautiful! Recommendation: Take the time to sew some of those seams by hand. Specifically, the hem and the last part of the facing of the straps (after you iron down the free edge). On a fancier material, there is no way you'll get as clean a finish by machine, and for a wedding gown, you want it to be as perfect as you can make it. Also, some shapewear is needed to achieve the 30s silhouette. A 30s lady would have been wearing some foundation garments, not because of her weight or whatever, but strictly to achieve the silhouette. When recreating an historical fashion, you really need to wear the appropriate undergarments.

[@mellie4174]

Truth. I do historical reenacting and historical undergarments are absolutely necessary. However for my wedding i would definitely NOT wear them in the name of being comfortable. Maybe some underbust spanks at the maximum.....

[@ColleenMarble]

@@mellie4174 Yes, comfort is important, no question on that. The issue is that using an historical pattern to sew the dress and then not wearing the appropriate undergarments can make the dress hang differently than it was intended to. The pattern designers would have assumed the wearer would have the correct foundations on. So that may have been part of the reason she had to add the shirred panel at the back. If you make alterations to suit modern undergarments, no problem.

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

I was thinking of that! But there's absolutely no way I can do anything that compresses my stomach or i would be in agony 😭 I'm trying to think of some kind of workaround and any suggestions would be greatly appreciated!

[@thevirtualtraveler]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 The problem is, given the plunging back, I can't think of any foundation garment that wouldn't show. You might try experimenting with waterproof surgical tape (www.amazon.com/Hy-Tape-Pink-Tape-yards-PACK/dp/B009VLF35Q/ref=sr_1_2?keywords=Hy-Tape-Pink-Tape-yards&qid=1581920034&sr=8-2) to give the girls some lift and structure. I have a very large bosom and have successfully used same. I have worn for over 12 hours straight and it held the whole time. Just be very careful, slow and gentle when removing. Also practice makes perfect.

[@JudyCZ]

Thank you so much for having proper subtitles in your video! :) I really prefer to have them but many people actually depend on them (deaf/hard of hearing, etc.) and it's always so great to see someone who realizes that. :) So excited about the video!

[@anicole3968]

I’ve only ever sewn maxi dresses with massive skirts 😂 that’s actually the first thing I ever sewed, my aunt wanted me to do something simpler, and I was like why?, I don’t want to wear something simpler

[@AlextheENTP]

That's the spirit! I'd rather fail a bunch of times doing something relevant than churn out a pile of stuff I won't use - once you get it right the reward is so much greater.

[@ulla7378]

:D I admit I have slightly similar attitude. I go to sewing course/club-type of thing. Quote of the last Tuesday was "Why to do something I know already how to do it"

[@AlextheENTP]

@@ulla7378 I like that quote!

[@a1nelson]

OMG. You look so genuinely and deeply happy. Of course, as beautiful as you and your dress are together, why wouldn’t you be thrilled?

[@Ninjozata]

*raises hand* I am an available sewing friend lol ✨ I’m actually super lucky to work at a fabric store with plenty of talented seamsters, I’ve learned so much :)

[@Elvele]

Ohh please pass down your knowledge! Lol i am a sewing friend! Baby seamster here. @regnkind_ on ig

[@cookiecrayon1916]

Same need help

[@BetteFoord]

It's so beautiful!!! Well done! Good luck with the wedding fabric!

[@superherocrap]

Take Luci to shark tank, please xD Also, I'm so excited for the wedding ahh! Sometimes I forget about it and then remember and get so excited all over again haha congratulations, guys... and good luck sewing the dress!!

[@firegodessreiko]

This is going to be stunning, Annika! The shape is so flattering and it really suits your equally stunning personality~

[@Crystalfav17]

Just stepping in to say that your glasses chain remind me of when I was in middle school and used to wear them and thought I it was the coolest thing.

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

(Still is the coolest thing in my mind hahaha)

[@Crystalfav17]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 Only the truest of trendsetter wear them.

[@thedesertprincess]

Your instincts were correct. Annika's are the coolest thing ever.

[@letter10j]

Use fusible seam tape on ALL the seam allowances. ALL of them. Works absolute wonders on slippery fabric!

[@nanaelibar]

****EDIT**** The sewing friend idea is so smart omg ***Oh wowowow so many people!!! My group chat os just about full so I had to cut it off !!! but PLEASE feel free to comment in this thread and create your own sewing friends group chat!!*** Please be my sewing friends! My Instagram is @ adriannasews and sometimes I really need another sewing person to help me because my whole family are a bunch of muggles 😂😂

[@nady051]

Yeah sometimes you just need another point of view to solve a problem in a sewing project lets be friends! @arx_xly

[@Regina-fi1je]

I have so many unfinished projects because I get stuck and just give up because I cannot figure out what is going wrong! Y'all want to be friends? @lovelylolapop

[@nanaelibar]

@@nady051 oh definitely. Sometimes you think of something so hard that you look over the obvious answer 😂😂😂

[@laneybug3592]

My instagram is @frostryn, although i haven't posted much sewing related there because only recently did I actually start finishing projects.

[@nanaelibar]

@@laneybug3592 thats fine you dont have to post anything about sewing to be a part of the group! Just have to sew and be nice :)

[@caraxkins]

i’m obsessed with that pearl glasses holder thingy. GRANNY CHIC MAMI GO OFF

[@selenmolla9926]

8:35 THE CUTEST THING I HEARD TODAY OMG I CANT SHE IS GETTING MARRIED SHE IS LITERALLY BABY

[@LoveSasukeKai]

While I agree it's cute, calling her a baby and saying she can't get married, even for a joke, is pretty infantalizing?

[@selenmolla9926]

@@LoveSasukeKai Umm,no?You took this way too seriously. Im just saying that she is a precious human bean lol

[@Lumber_jocks]

Green Maja N “im baby” and other variations of it is a meme and not meant to condescend :0

[@LoveSasukeKai]

@@Lumber_jocks I know it's a joke, all I'm saying is that it's one that can cause a lot of hurt. But I can't speak on Annika's behalf, of course. All I know is that as a female with disabilites, being called a baby even as a meme is not funny. It's infantalizing. What you peeps do with that information is up to you, though.

[@meeks6798]

Selen Molla neither of you are wrong. You were invoking the meme, which is lighthearted and not at all mean spirited, but it is true that sometimes it can come off as infantilizing and people with disabilities deal with that far too much and thus may be more sensitive to the nuances than abled people. Compassion and understanding in all things, loves!

[@sum12sumwhere]

Wow! Glad you have been staying safe! Good luck finishing your dress!!! We are excited to see how much you radiate in it!!!

[@madelenelarsson7896]

That dress looks sooooo gorgeous!!! You're going to look amazing at your wedding, so stylish and elegant :) Best of luck with the sewing, you can do it!

[@SabethRavenwing]

I'm near Lexington KY USA, I've been sewing on and off for nearly 30 years. I mostly sew historic, history bounding, and up-cycle type things. Always looking for new friends and I'm willing to share my knowledge with others. Also a big congrats to Annika. From someone who has been there, don't sweat the small stuff you got this.

[@thelittlestdragon4730]

Is it still okay to reach out?

[@El1ne___]

The more I’m watching these types of videos I both really want to make my own wedding dress for when that time comes around, but I don’t want to struggle with anything that comes with it 😂😂

[@tonid3196]

Your dress is beautiful! Thank you for the sharing the shirring panel change up. With my illness waistline fluctuations are common and I am now looking at how I can use this idea to assist me when sewing!

[@audrachupp9582]

There's no 8 because 789😏

[@soimsha.]

Atleast y’all are safe from the fires & smoke. That’s a blessing. Love this series!

[@EvanAnnaNave]

Ooooh it's soo good!! Can't wait for the final dressss!! 😍😍😍

[@strawberrycheesecake5502]

Stunning. Suits you really well and looks absolutely amazing on you. The fabric flows so well. Nothing seems out of place and it looks like a ready to wear dress already. I wish you all the best with the real one.

[@msssmouse]

I'm actively sewing my own wedding dress while watching this

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

Eeeeeee good luck!!!!

[@paintbrushes9329]

Congrats:)

[@chewbekah]

YES ANNIKA! YOU GOT THIS! Sending all the not slippery slippery-fabric vibes to you! I'm SO excited to see the final product! x

[@concreteforrest2164]

I love that your group chat is called “Sewcialists” that’s such a good name

[@ginny_mov]

Annika!!! This came out so beautifully! I am so excited to see the finished product of your wedding dress. Thank you for sharing this process with us!

[@sewingchatterbox]

Love the dress. I would definitely finish the hem so you can wear it on your honeymoon x

[@winterinbloom]

The mock up turned out gorgeous, and the final dress will too. The fact that you know what you are doing now will count for a lot time-wise even though the final dress's fabric is slippery. :) My niece was married this past September and I spliced her mother's and mother in law's wedding dresses together, and changed the top from a sweetheart neckline with sleeves and zippered back to a sweetheart halter top with a corseted back. There was much crying on my part, lol! Satin sucks, even if you're just making adjustments to a dress that is already sewn together. There were also a lot of appliques and beading that had to be moved and redone. I never imagined so much hand sewing would go into completing the dress, but sometimes it was just the only way to finish certain parts so they looked nice, or make tricky bits work out. So be prepared for the possibility of hand sewing. Sometime hand basting satin helps it behave better. Keep that in mind if you're having trouble.

[@Jen_S_Hassler1258]

🤯😍 Oh wow wow WOW! You.... this.... . . Words! I has no more words! 😵 Sorry, got the silliness out, I'm ok now. The dress looks uhh-mazing, and I can't wait to see it in your gorgeous dress fabric. One suggestion: if you haven't played around with it yet, practice with your blind hem stitch foot (which I'm SURE your fantastic Bernina came with) to hem those final four meters of the dress. That should eliminate the stress of hemming perfectly straight, and also encapsulate those fray happy fabric edges if folded properly. It might not hurt to invest in some of the lightest weight iron on interfacing you can find to ensure your seams stay flat and unfrayed. Tons of L❤️VE to my favorite adorable KZbin couple (give Luci a 🤗 from me) and please give your nieces my love, because they are the coolest rising KZbin stars of the new decade! 😎🤩

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

You know what, that is a brilliant idea!! I will definitely use my toile to practice the hem on! Especially with this scary fabric 🙈 and you must be a mind reader, we were just discussing the benefits of adding some interfacing or tape to the seams to prevent fraying!! Although we also thought we might bind them in a style that's apparently called "Hong Kong seams" which involves wrapping strips of lighter mesh fabric on the seams and sewing them on. I have got lots of new techniques to try (and show you all!!) in the next installment!

[@Jen_S_Hassler1258]

@@AnnikaVictoria24 well, if you think about it, commercial wedding dresses are fully lined to cover the seams. But that's SOOOOOO much more work, and lined dresses are always heavier and more cumbersome. However, with your fabric choice I'm pretty sure you want your final dress to be lightweight, so heck with linings! Also, can't believe I forgot to mention how precious Luci's reaction was when you came out in the dress for him to see! You REALLY found yourself a keeper, hun. Luciano, you are a true gem of a man, and your parents must be so proud of you. 🤗 Love you both!

[@Drifdar919]

I have been checking daily for part two, and I love it. I also figured out a possible way to get pattern weights for free, and a trip to a local stream or river is all you need. Pick up some river rocks that have been eroded by the water, and are the right size. A=Wash them when you get home, and let them dry. Free, all natural pattern weights. I am already waiting for part three.

[@unu247]

10:17 nine is gone because 7,8,9

[@chloemacey9135]

I could see her with this dress in a pearly satin it would be georgous, although the colour she's chosen is beautiful too 💕

[@daydream1258]

Wait i don't remember how the first part went, so I'm gonna come back to this after I watch the first one.

[@angelicaquiggle2591]

Good luck with the finished product, and congratulations to you both. Your mock-up looks beautiful, and your shirred panel is "shir" genius!

[@fleacam6426]

I love the sponsorship scetches ^^ I mean, I watched the whole thing fully aware that I could just skip it, that means something.

[@sharonfleshman6961]

I was thinking she should get extra because I skip (even mid-video) everyone else's. She is always creative... And the Lucci..sigh.

[@mouse.in.my.pocket]

Your ads are genuinely the most entertaining ads. I never skip them.

[@starophie]

"likecommentandsubscribe *runs away*" 😭💖

[@AnnikaVictoria24]

I mean it's a mood haha

[@kikidee6033]

That dress is gorgeous!! Wow, good job, can't wait to see it in the final fabric!

[@knightknight1861]

"Why is there no 9?" Me: "because 7 ate 9"

[@eevonhon]

I think this will make a great summer dress with a little shorter hem! Love your sense of humour!

[@yulianadzyurbil7937]

There is a famous saying here in Naples that basically translates to "it's not true but I'm believing it" and I feel like it applies to believing in superstitions

[@KaidaMizu]

I say I'm not superstitious but I believe in not tempting fate

[@jlbeeen]

I also plan to make my own wedding dress, mainly because I want like a very light baby blue kind of thing. But I've been sewing costumes for myself for about 5 years for anime conventions and stuff, so I'm very familiar with making my own patterns and teaching myself. But I made some friends who took costume studies in college, so they're literally trained in how to sew and modify patterns. It's really great to know people who have more experience.

[@boots1622fan]

I'm a cosplayer and I love talking about sewing someone be my sewing friend! Let me cry in your dms when the zipper doesn't match up right ;v;

[@ragonnichols8450]

im a cosplayer too! my insta is @lemonadecosplay

[@maggiedonnelly8074]

Same! Sewing friends unite! Mine is: @magpie_cosplays

[@paramoreluver163]

Oh me too @wheniamnat

[@cindyoreolover9873]

I'm a cosplayer too!! @obsidiansoulz

[@LYO999]

Gabby I’m a cosplayer too!! My insta Dukevenomania 💖

[@AbyLockhart]

Love the finished result, sometimes it's worth telling at a piece of paper. I've done it a lot before. As for the hem, I feel your pain, last time I was in that position I had to hem 7 meters by hand in a night to deliver a project the next day. I hope sewing the final fabric goes smoothly and that you have a great wedding day.

[@rozharris6834]

"There are just metres and metres and metres and metres of seams" - My feelings every time I sew a formal dress. Hahaha.

[@deanalovessewn6117]

Hi Annika!! Your mock-up wedding dress came out great & looks absolutely gorgeous.. Great idea putting shirring in to help w/extra room.. Can’t wait to see your wedding dress finished coz you & your dress is gonna look awesomely phenomenal!!!! Congratulations to you & Luci .....💜💜🧵🧵

[@Jip-en-Janne]

YES! I need a sewing friend! Anyone also interested in vintage and historical sewin? From the Netherlands if possible? 🙌🏻😊

[@kimzwart4008]

I would like sewing Friends in the Netherlands

[@vexatiously]

I'm not from the Netherlands, but I do love Historical sewing!! Hope that counts cx

[@hahalove47]

Not from the Netherlands but would also like vintage sewing friends haha I'm basically just starting. I can do the basics but have never made something

[@PopcornEmma]

Not from the Netherlands but I'm v interested in vintage sewing!

[@Jamila1992]

Same! I am getting more into vintage sewing and live close to Amsterdam :)

[@rawrxitsxrachael]

woww the way the back of that dress falls is STUNNING I can't wait to see the final fabric!

[@ebonidt]

7 ate 9 😂

[@MinniChii]

I'm a sewer/crocheter/general crafter in Toronto, Ontario! I mostly do scrap quilts out of laziness, but I dabble in clothing. I would love sewing friends!

[@leomonteiroart]

Ok hear me out: Bruce Willis's bruised willies A site you never want to click on (unless you're into that in which case I'm not gonna kinkshame)

[@AprilShowers560]

Awww....you’re going to be such a beautiful bride. The dress suits you so perfectly. I hope the real thing is going well. And it’s going to be so lovely to have the mock up dress to wear to other people’s weddings and special occasions.

[@Becky-99]

Number 9 gone!!?! Is it because 7 8 9 😂🤦🏼‍♀️😂 I’m so sorry

[@JenetteMonster]

The back is to die for. In that Wine color its going to be stunning.

[@frankie051789]

Maybe there’s no 9 so it can’t get confused with the 6.

[@leannenelson4837]

Can't decide which I loved more, how stunning you looked in it or lucis reaction to seeing you in it. Hope sewing the final dress went smoothly!❤️

[@erinsterland9981]

Hope you hem that dress and wear it for something else. Looks gorgeous.

[@ashleyhood7479]

Your wedding dress fabric is so gorgeous and I love the color! That dress pattern is so perfect for your figure and is suuuper flattering! I can’t wait to see the rest of your project! Good job asking for help when you need it. Theres no shame in that, and I hope it’s a lot more fun for you to have friends help! ❤️🥰💍

[@TheRealbeauty1128]

I love the idea of having sewing friends, but I don’t have any sadly. If anyone wants to follow each other on Instagram I would love to? Side note: I love the way your mockup is coming along.

[@ronistitch6510]

What is your instagram handle Im sewyourkidding

[@TheRealbeauty1128]

Roni stitch instagram.com/dominique_perry_designs?igshid=1nkjb29zsngbs

[@hayleymar]

Annika, the curls look amazing on you and look pretty period accurate to me! And of course the dress mock-up is absolutely stunning. I think one day you should return to it to finish the hem, just because it's so incredibly lovely, would be great to have for date nights!

[@StellaMariaGiulia]

You look so beautiful in your mock up! I can't wait to see the posh one 😍 In bocca al lupo, may your bobbin never run out unexpectedly ❤️

[@milkteamachine]

My favourite way to finish a shirring panel is to make a casing at the top and insert a thicker piece of elastic, it makes it more snug, might be something to consider for the final dress! It still looks great, even the mock up would look nice at a more fancy event :)

[@marikaefer]

Really a great choice for your dress! I hope the actual dress won't be too troublesome to sew. You look really great in the mockup already.

[@wormcollects]

Now that the series is finished,, I’m going through to watch it all. But I honestly started sobbing at the clips of you in the dress. It looks absolutely beautiful :,)

[@galpi001]

You look so gorgeous! I have to say I was not convinced by the drawings on the pattern sleeve but it looks so much better in real life.

[@reaganguerrero8662]

It's so beautiful!!! I especially love the top! So flattering and amazing!