Milkmaid Bustier Dress Tutorial + Pattern | LYDIA NAOMI

[@LydiaNaomi]

Purchase pattern here: etsy.me/3mhbm1q

[@camillaaston2495]

0:00-2:23 intro 2:23 pattern cutting 2:49 fusible interfacing 3:06 prepping bust ties 3:25 bodice front pieces 4:00 back bodice pieces 4:06 sewing front and back bodice together 4:16 boning 4:41 bodice cups 4:47 shell and lining together 6:27 understitch 6:55 bodice elastic 8:10 elastic, serge armhole 8:25 SLEEVE 8:50 ruffle/elastic 9:37 bias strips/ sleeve underlap 10:07 sewing underarm seams 10:17 attaching sleeve to bodice 11:04 elastic casing, top of sleeve 12:00 SKIRT 12:19 back and front panels together 12:31 bodice to skirt 13:14 zipper 14:09 sewing skirt back 14:16 apply lining to shell above the zipper 14:42 sew up skirt lining 15:05 slit 15:34 hem shell and lining 16:49 final press 17:16 frolicking

[@cornflakes-does-stuff]

georgous dress and that clean inside finish * chef kiss *

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Lilla!!

[@beahein2565]

Yes, a Milkmaid Dress Tutorial! Your sewing tutorials are the best, so professional!!! Will definitely give this a try. Greetings from Switzerland!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much Bea! Would love to see the outcome!

[@Meli91972]

What a beautiful dreamy dress 🌻🌻🌷. One day I will try one your design. I love the piano pieces playing in the background. I don't know if you ever heard of it but I would suggest you to listen to "la suite bergamasque of Debussy", the third movement is well-known, but I also appreciate the first one, the prelude. Good day to you :)

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! I hope you do! I will definitely check out the Debussy piece. I loooove that kind of music!

[@averycline9074]

yes to the simple version of the bodice!!! ❤️ beautiful dress

[@LydiaNaomi]

Comin' right up! Probably in a couple weeks, but in the meantime, the pattern drafting tutorial is coming next week!

[@darladear27]

So so pretty! Wayyy to complicated for me to even think of attempting right now though! (Newbie sewist) definitely inspiring and definitely educational to see the more advanced techniques.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much Hannah! Beginner sewing series coming riiiight up! I promise to show some beginner garments too!

[@BriTheChange]

@@LydiaNaomi OMGEEE! Yes I am so here for a beginner series! I watch a few different youtubers who are sewing experts and follow a few on IG, like you and withwendy but it’s all for the inspo 😫 like I don’t owe a sewing machine at this point, but am super interested. It just seems a bit overwhelming and intimidating. I haven’t searched KZbin specifically for it, so maybe there’s a ton, but I’d love to see a vid about what a buy/have for learning to sew 🧵 🥰 👏🏼

[@LydiaNaomi]

@@BriTheChange oh great! I will keep those in mind!!

[@racheyt9196]

Very beautiful. I think this style is timeless too. You have inspired me, thank you :)

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Rachey! I am so glad to inspire!

[@danazakzok8431]

you look AMAZING in that dress!!!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much!

[@EmilyApicerno]

Not only is the dress amazing, the video is amazing too! It's very clear and detailed and the production value is great! You deserve waaaaaay more subscribers

[@LydiaNaomi]

Wow, thank you so much 🥰🥰🥰

[@JANEMTV]

your work is just amazing,your stitching perfection, it all looks professional.💗💗💗

[@LydiaNaomi]

Oh thank you Jane I appreciate that, seeing as you have done some gorgeous pieces yourself, some of the most beautiful I have seen on YT.

[@JANEMTV]

@@LydiaNaomi thank you💕💕💕

[@zissouinpeace]

Ugh, Lydia, you've done it AGAIN!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you!! Yea the bias tape maker is a great little tool that comes in handy!

[@purplepurls77]

love this dress!!! would love to see the corset only that's less intense LOL

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! and I hear you! I felt as I was sewing that it was rather intense!!

[@purplepurls77]

@@LydiaNaomi it's because you're goddamn talented! :)

[@heatherlaughlin6350]

you are just TOO CUTE! and i love your videos! keep it coming! I would love a few more "basic" tutorials in your very neat, professional way.. I just bought a sewing machine after 12 years of not touching one and am so happy to start up again :) much love from Texas, USA!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so kindly Heather! Basic tutorials coming right up, Hoping to do a beginner series soon!

[@Charline256]

Your mom has skills! Great job!

[@Chowah]

beautiful!! Plus, High quality construction techniques! love it

[@tokamadoka]

This came out beautiful. I get fearful with dresses like this since I have a large bust, but I think I'll give it a try after the pattern or tutorial comes out for drafting.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Toya! I think if you don't overdo it with the gathers (too many gathers like my first draft) and maybe face it with an actual cup(nongathered) on the inside you'll have a successful outcome!

[@artemisarojas9999]

Dejame decirte que he visto todos los tutoriales de este vestido y eres muy buena explicando. Las alteraciones fueron excelentes también gracias por el patron y los tutoriales

[@evanihde6360]

You are such a gift! Love your videos and how clear and helpful they are to watch while also entertaining! This dress is gorgeous!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much Evan! So thankful to God that I am able to sew every day! I just love to do it :)

[@cnuttall4193]

Absolutely beautiful!

[@artemanhasscrap2531]

Que vestido perfeito e a explicação bem detalhada, amei ❤

[@margiecook6379]

thank you for tutorial, thank you for the pattern. it is timeless and looks great on everyone, even us with hips. thank you again .you are a very talented lady.

[@julietssemugabi9190]

The bias tape on the sleeve was a bonus to me thank you

[@LydiaNaomi]

Oh so glad you liked that! I was wracking my brain on how to clean finish it, there are other ways too, but I just decided to go with this one.

[@joarbolado482]

Wow!! This is an amazing dress. Thank you for the tutorial. Waiting for the drafting ☺️ No skipping ads for you ❤️

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Joan! So kind!! Drafting coming right up!!

[@dalenewton6015]

Absolutely love this cute little number. Looking forward to the upcoming tutorial. Thank you so much for sharing your skills and talent.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thanks so much Dale! 😊

[@joseywales1150]

Love love love your channel.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much!

[@muffintop6874]

This dress looks good on alot of body types

[@LydiaNaomi]

I totally agree :)

[@LydiaNaomi]

😘 Milkmaid Pattern Tutorial: kzbin.info/www/bejne/gautf2yNg86csNU

[@erika6874]

Yep definitely need to pull out the sewing machine now

[@LydiaNaomi]

Yes gurl! go get it!!

[@emmafish4792]

Love your videos, I can’t wait to see you grow your channel! More people should see your patterns 🙂

[@LydiaNaomi]

Oh thank you so much Emma! That means a lot!!

[@thethriftyfawn]

Outstanding job Lydia!!! The filming and editing were amazing as well ~ creative overload!!! As per your request on similar and simpler ideas for this pattern, perhaps a crop top with "tank top" straps in plave of puffy sleeves, with a gathered bust, but straight along the bottom portion (like the fitted Aritzia tops) and an invisible zipper along the side instead of the back (especially for independence in zipping up lol) as well as to free up the back so there's an option to add elastic sections to make it stretchy along the back while still fitted... Hopefully whatever I just said makes sense??? Would be SO COOL with some high waisted jeans or jean shorts, and a nice belt! And a simplified introduction with a smaller workload to encourage those who have yet to make something as complex... as well as the ability to wear it as a casual every day piece, and with pants!!! Again, UH MAY ZING job Lydia! 😊❤👍

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Fawn! Your suggestions are VERY helpful!

[@thethriftyfawn]

@@LydiaNaomi You're welcome Lydia! It has such Aritzia and/or Reformation vibes! As a top alone, def makes it more versatile for every day wear! Mentioned the straight chest area for inclusion of those of us who have smaller chests as well Yaaaaaaaaas, I am a proud member of the I.B.T.C. (itty bitty titty committee) lol 😊❤👍

[@cathytarapacz]

It's just gorgeous

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much 💕

[@julietssemugabi9190]

You make my day each time I watch your videos👌👌

[@LydiaNaomi]

Oh thank you so much Juliet! I am so honored!

[@iamadamselindistress4969]

THANK YOU FOR THE PATTERN OMG

[@LydiaNaomi]

You are most welcome! The pattern more closely resembles this one in the skirt but I show how to lengthen it at the end of this video. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYmne5prrpJ6b8k&lc=Ugy6dsTHJnJRiehv2CJ4AaABAg Also I have a tutorial coming on how to alter the pattern both fit wise and stylistically. It will be live this Saturday!

[@thameenahkhalfey32]

Love this dress! Was wondering if you also did a half circle skirt like the pattern or did you change it? ❤️☺️

[@LydiaNaomi]

I did something more like a 1/4" circle skirt. I created the half circle in the pattern so that a range of waist to hip ratios could fit it without a headache. How I created the pattern in this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/gautf2yNg86csNU How to alter my PDF pattern: kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnnce5eZes6pd8k

[@YasmeenKhan-gn5lx]

So skilled!! Love how it turned out!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Yasmeen!

[@lolalalalalalalalala]

Gorgeous 💗 ...so good and clearly explained! Thank you so much! 🤗

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@vivianl.8813]

Wow thanks so much for this! This was one of the best tutorials I’ve watched

[@LydiaNaomi]

ohhh thank youu Vivian!

[@jioa5168]

i am very greatful to find your page... im loving all your works!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much!

[@truesummerknits]

Hey! Did you finish your seams on the skirt? It seemed like they were a little exposed. Do you think the lining keeps them secure enough?

[@LydiaNaomi]

yes it does, but if you are going to be washing this regularly, maybe finish them :)

[@debbiesnyder762]

Beautiful fabric

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! I felt so happy working with those bright colours in my hands :D

[@katherinepowell5964]

Hi, thank you for the lovely video! May I please ask where the elastic threading tool you use is from? I did a bit of digging through your beginner tools vid but couldn’t find it. Thank you!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Its a loop pressing bar by Clover :)

[@carolinejones3754]

Gorgeous. I’ve been looking for a pattern like this for ages. Where do I get your pattern?

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! I hope to make it available but it’s going to take some time. Hopefully before summer is in full swing!

[@ines3363]

absolutely beautiful!! what fabric do you recommend using ? i will be making just the top part, with skinny straps. Do you recommend a fabric with some stretch ? I'm always confused about all the different fabrics :(

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! I recommend a plain weave like cotton poplin or linen. If you use stretch you may want to size down so that it cinches the waist properly :)

[@emilyb3650]

Hi Lydia! So excited to make this dress, but I have a question: what height is this pattern drafted for? I’m 5’9 and want to be sure the skirt is the proper length for me. Also, do you have a recommendation on how to lengthen the skirt in the case I wish to make it longer? Thank you in advance!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Hi Emily, the skirt is 20" from the waist, you may have to lengthen the bodice if you are 5'9. Here is the tutorial for making those modifications kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnnce5eZes6pd8k To lengthen the skirt, see the short demo at the end of this video: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYmne5prrpJ6b8k

[@tennhaigh455]

Hey Lydia, love this pattern! Unfortunately, the cups as drafted are a touch small. Any advice on how to adjust them for a larger cup size?

[@LydiaNaomi]

I have a tutorial on that! It's in my pdf pattern playlist 😊

[@tennhaigh455]

@@LydiaNaomi Absolute Queen. Thank you

[@sampleworks9432]

Pretty pretty pretty ❣️

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Jacqui!!!

[@babeage]

GORGEOUS!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you!!

[@fashioniq64]

Is there a guide for elastic lengths?

[@khushipatel6154]

Instead of cotton lining, could you add cotton muslim? Would it work the same? Beautiful dress!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Yes, actually the cotton fabric i used was rather stiff like muslin. Just always prewash and shrink your fabric :)

[@khushipatel6154]

@@LydiaNaomi Thank you so much! Cant wait to try this out!

[@babyrenee6537]

I found! girl u got mad skillzz and your choice of linen is perfection (so jelly! *pouting* love to find similar printed linen?) heading over to purchase your pattern at Etsy and make w full circle skirt.. lydia and naomi's mama

[@LydiaNaomi]

I got the linen from Leo's textiles in Toronto quite a few years ago! I bought it for my honeymoon dress and ended up not making it in the flurry of wedding plans! Glad I could save it for this! my pattern alterations vid, this is cued to the circle skirt part - turning my pattern, into a circle skirt - kzbin.info/www/bejne/jnnce5eZes6pd8k

[@palestinianlivesmatter7861]

This dress is so generous you're so talented!❤️ I want to make it so bad I have everything the fabric a sewing machine but I can't sew idk how to do that 😭 my mom knows but she refuses to do it! 💔

[@LydiaNaomi]

Aww bummer!! I do have a beginner version of the dress linked in the description and the blouse is coming too. I will be continuing my beginner sewing series so stay tuned for that! I will show you how to set up and operate your machine and basic techniques! You will be sewing that dress in no time!

[@palestinianlivesmatter7861]

@@LydiaNaomi oh thank you sm! You're so sweet 😭❤️

[@aleksandrasivolob]

lovely. You made it so well.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@lesleyrosasunstoppable2381]

I would purchase this pattern from you. I am obsessed!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

I'm glad to hear that!! I am working on the next tutorial right now and have the pattern ready in size 0-20 for when I post my new tutorials :)

[@flagpolerun12]

How did you end up with 4 skirt pieces? In the pattern I have, there is 1 Front side/back (Cut 2x) and 1 front center (cut 1x), which would be 3 skirt pieces. Thanks!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Hello, the skirt I used in this tutorial is completely different from the pattern. You're going to want to watch the yellow dress tutorial for the skirt section ☺️

[@ritatetteh3871]

Pls what type of boning did you use and is the boning comfortable? I have never wore a dress with boning so am very curious about how it is. And this is my first time sewing with boning. Pls is it better not to use boning or it is better to use boning? And which type of boning is the best and most comfortable? Am sorry I'm asking a lot of questions.

[@LydiaNaomi]

I believe I used tripleflex plastic boning. Its comfortable enough for sure. I have heard that the best is spiral steel. You could also use rigiline which is also plastic, I have used that before as well.

[@sihaschnitzelprinz2982]

I assume with the boning this is hand wash only? I've sewn with boning before but only for corsets, so laundry wasn't a consideration.

[@ritatetteh3871]

Ohok. Thank you all.

[@Marie-mj6jb]

Hey, this is a beautiful dress!! I have a question about what program you use to develop/draft your patterns on your computer? would be super helpful to find out! I am currently just doing everything by hand on my own pattern paper. But I just bought a new laptop and printer so I could finally get more techy with it!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! I go through the whole process here with Illustrator kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJ7ah2qdob53i5o. There is even some free templates if you sign up to my website.

[@Marie-mj6jb]

@@LydiaNaomi awesome! Thank you!! I’ve been working on the dress and I’m so excited with the results so far! 😊

[@rachelsfoodventures54]

Where do you buy your boning and fusible interfacing?

[@LydiaNaomi]

Leather and sewing supply depot in Toronto they ship too 😊 I recommend their metal boning because it will last longer.

[@alic5735]

Does the pattern say how big to make the bias strips for the sleeve caps? How long or wide? I didn’t see a piece that was printed out and there’s no written instructions for this pattern right? It’s only video tutorials?

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thanks for pointing that out, I will have to add that! its 1.25 in :)

[@tykieraolive-stalling4771]

Your void is adorable

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you :)

[@patm8751]

BEAUTIFUL✨👏😊

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Pat! 😊

[@jackie4369]

I am in the middle of making a mock up for this dress to make sure i like the fit! does anyone have any idea how I can add a v waist line to the pattern? It's simple enough for the bodice to design it, but how do i take into account changing the skirt? If anyone has an resources or tops please let me know!

[@lilpk3548]

Hi Lydia, I downloaded this pdf pattern a month or so ago, and I'm now having a go at making it. I was just wondering - is the pattern piece called 'Front and Back Blouse Hem Ruffle' mislabelled and supposed to be the bias cut shoulder/top of sleeve piece? If not, how long and wide does the bias cut strip need to be? You don't seem to mention it in the video or anywhere in the information that comes with the pattern.

[@LydiaNaomi]

Hello :) The hem ruffle is for the blouse version. See kzbin.info/www/bejne/joW8n5WQprClZsU The updated dress instructions is here: kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYmne5prrpJ6b8k I didn't include the bias strip. But you can cut a strip 1 1/4" thick and make the length just longer than were your sleeve lines up with the edge of your bodice armhole.

[@estellanoriega1095]

I would love to recreate this!!!! ❤️ But would it be possible to make this a little more beginner friendly? 🥺

[@LydiaNaomi]

Yes, I would like to do that!

[@An84765]

hello :) for the bias tape is it 1 3/4inch wide after its folded up or before? thanks

[@LydiaNaomi]

before :) It also depends on your bias tape maker or how thick you want the bias tape :)

[@An84765]

@@LydiaNaomi thanks! :)

[@chaollapark7739]

For us guys it would be interesting to see you make a gray suit!!!

[@LydiaNaomi]

whoa that would be quite the job! I actually did menswear for my final collection in school, but I never did a suit. The closest I have done is my coat: kzbin.info/www/bejne/anKUooOdqJiYetU, these techniques can be applied to menswear. In fact menswear can be easier in terms of fitting (much less contours on mens bodies generally) Anyway, maybe one day!!

[@fraukeAnd]

How wide was your Fabrik? I love the dress its so gorgeous✨🤍

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you! My fabric was 58" wide :) There is yardage in the free download in the Readme/Instructions file

[@dididogster9994]

would it be weird to line the top to get that structured look but leave the bottom? also would poplin work?

[@LydiaNaomi]

Poplin would be great! No it wouldn't be weird to just line the top. Here is my video where I leave it without any internal structure. kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYmne5prrpJ6b8k

[@user-pl4yq1oc1y]

Did you interface all shell bodice pieces and no lining pieces or skirt pieces, correct?

[@LydiaNaomi]

I interfaced all the bodice pieces (shell AND lining) except the bust cups. And no skirt ☺️

[@angelicalanz2]

Hi, I was looking for this pattern in your etsy store but I didn't find it... will it be on sale soon? :)

[@LydiaNaomi]

I’m working on it :)

[@pinkholic7687]

너무 예뻐요😍

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you so much

[@otgonjargaltsoodol4077]

Thanks

[@annabelrose4898]

love this! what is the song at the end? i play piano and have it just on the tip of my tongue!

[@LydiaNaomi]

Don’t you just love that song ahhh!! It’s C major prelude and its in the KZbin audio library ✨

[@annabelrose4898]

@@LydiaNaomi oh now i recognize it. i think i’ve played it before lol. i have terrible memory 😂

[@Nniahhhh]

Can you please tell me the name of the fabric you used Thank you so much

[@LydiaNaomi]

I’m sorry, I don’t know, it’s a linen I bought from Toronto 4 years ago! It was some kind of specialty linen 🌸

[@XoXxeventerxXoX]

YES this is exactly the pattern I've been looking for! Thank you so much for sharing

[@EoViFamily]

thank u so much

[@LydiaNaomi]

You are most welcome

[@preranaparganiha4145]

Beautiful❤️❤️❤️ Please make it less intense Lots of love from India 🙏

[@LydiaNaomi]

I hope to do another tutorial with just a top and make it less intense :)

[@preranaparganiha4145]

@@LydiaNaomi thank you

[@irinauuuu]

i didn't find a sleeve cap bias tape in your pattern

[@LydiaNaomi]

The pattern is not exactly for this dress. You can cut a 1 1/2" wide bias strip and have a 1/4" seam allowance on each side :)

[@chikame18]

how long did it take you

[@LydiaNaomi]

If I wasn't filming it would take me a day to cut and sew it. I think it took me a day and a half to film :)

[@khadijatmohammedyakubu5692]

Is it okay to skip boning?

[@LydiaNaomi]

yes it is! I have a new video coming with an easier construction method and a pattern. I will be excluding boning and lining and it really looks and feels great!

[@cassandrasamaniego2897]

Hello name of fabric ??

[@LydiaNaomi]

As mentioned it’s a printed linen. I got the fabric a long time ago from a store in Toronto 😊

[@deidrabenson361]

❤️❤️❤️

[@LydiaNaomi]

Thank you Deidra!

[@gisell93gonzalz2]

Where are pattern? No this for free

[@mellymonty02]

Are you thinking of selling the pattern still not the best with creating patterns

[@LydiaNaomi]

I do want to yes! I’m working on tweaking it for a better fit, then I gotta digitize and grade haha! I hope to have it before summer is in full swing! 🌸🌸🌸

[@thethriftyfawn]

FIRST!!!