Opinions on handmade lolita - Advice Vlog

[@lostchild06]

Aww my picture didn't make it :(

[@LovelyLor]

I'm so sorry :( I spent 12 hours sorting through the post and some wouldn't save correctly from facebook, some couldn't fit into the format and others I didn't get to because of time :( ! Don't despair! Lots of people will go to that post from this video and see! I would like to include more submissions in future vids too

[@lostchild06]

No, I understand! No worries :)

[@shammydammy2610]

A hint to people who are new at sewing... you make a mock up garment from the cheapest thrift shop material around *before* you cut expensive/difficult to find fabric.

[@gylentia13]

And if you can't find a deal at the thrift store, wait til bolts of muslin go on sale fairly low. I buy the 20 yard bolts or so when it's under $1 per yard and I save a bolt for when I need to experiment. Muslin can then be used for other things around the house after being used as a mock-up.

[@Reaperess]

You can also make templates out of paper sheets to see exactly how it'll lay before even using fabric

[@kamilareeder1493]

This is right up there with, get a dressform and drape your patterns instead of draftong

[@pleaseignorethisismyoldaccount]

You can also make a much smaller version if you can't find cheap fabric, small enough for a doll that way you can work some things out. Also, don't forget room for a petti! (unless you're song ouji of course)

[@belleyface]

I thik it's sweet that you said you have never seen someone been "EW you made that"?!?! I have been personally kicked out of a lolita tea party because I made my own outfit. There was no brand requirement either, the hosts were just really rude and horrible. :(

[@beth4554]

belleyface oh my gosh I'm so sorry that happened to you! Handmade anything is amazing and it is always so unique, please don't even let those few rude people burn out your passion!

[@belleyface]

I try not to! I don't tend to go to too many events or meetings anymore, but that's partially because I also moved in the last year.

[@Myllkka]

belleyface They kicked you out?? Omg, this is so rude! What's the point of dressing cute if you act like a (sorry) bitch??

[@belleyface]

i know!! I was pre-approved to stand in line, and after waiting an hour, the actual host took one look at us and said that's not lolita, get out of line. It was completely embarrassing, and horrible. We ended up all writing a letter to the provider of the convention, and they said because it wasn't a convention sponsored event, they can't have any oversight in how they ran their panel. Unfortunately that year a girl also got contaminated with nuts and that was the last year that the tea party was even able to have tea or food.

[@Myllkka]

I am really sorry, but, as Lor said, if the host and the girls are rude somehow, why do you even wanna hang out with them? And hey, if you want, we can be friends ^^ my ig is @limaofeliz

[@lunieplays]

Long story short, there's never anything wrong with being creative and making something handmade. Don't let others opinions get you down. If you love it, do it!

[@owlislike]

When I was into Lolita I sewed all my own clothing. I am tall stick with big boobs so brand stuff beyond some accessories was impossible unless I wanted my butt to show everytime I moved. I loved working with different materials like velvets and vintage laces and was able to create my own style that fit my body. I even got my stuff mistaken for Victorian Maiden a few times 😆.

[@dedeshikaalabi-mensah9471]

owlislike wow ♥️ I have made two cords and put the rest together with found items please one day make a video or post I would love to ❤️ same goes for me I need to put up more videos too.

[@ViolentAurora]

If you ever have the budget, order a dress with custom measurements. This has worked for me, whom is sewing illiterate lol

[@prolymoly7137]

Are you no longer a lolita?

[@narutofamily1]

As one pair to a plus size lolita couple (they are top heavy and I am bottom heavy), this video is a god sent. We make our own lolita because "brand" will NEVER fit us. We have been shamed in public about it and then told that our size shouldn't do lolita. How rude right? Personally as a male lolita- it is so hard to find good male lolita cords. It tends to be cheaper for us but then again, being plus size you get use to making your own clothes. Thank you Lor. You are a role model to my partner and I.

[@pleaseignorethisismyoldaccount]

Remember, men can wear lolita too, any lolita. Also, ignore them!

[@PrincesseEnfantine]

French lolita community is probably the worst, I saw ''ita'' (for me ita doesn't exist but anyway) simply not accepted and pointed out. I saw blog with thousands of anonymous posts insulting other lolita ( usually popular ones), I saw french lolita at convention in my country (I am from belgium) laughing at beginners. It made me quit the lolita community because it's already hard to handle ''normal'' peolpe laughing at you but it is even harder when it is from people who are suppose to share the same hobby.

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

Once i was a visitor at an animeconvention.. I changed my shoes into chucks after a while because i have different schoosizes was make it really hsrd for me to wear lolitashoes.. The hate i got was insane.. Did it stop me nooo...

[@christineelizabethhorner5829]

People who suffer such hate sometimes know for certain the quality of their work, the desirability of it and don't need praise and go out and start a label and sell their work.

[@auroreboreale69]

yeah that's pretty awful :( I'm french and I heard of lolita when I was a teen and at the time, the lolitas I knew were pretty elitist and judgemental so I never dared to get into it...I heard of all those lolitas judging beginners and mocking them in the late 00's but last year I discovered a small lolita community in the provincial part I live in (in the south) and I was pelasantly surprised on how open minded and accepting they were! they were all younger than me (mostly Gen Z lolitas) so it gave me hope and make me dare starting lolita :) the new lolita generation seems much more accepting than mine haha !

[@bedefancyalouette9249]

I love this comment so much because its how i feel, i feel like if your in the lolita community you just shouldn't be judging others like that the word ''ita'' sounds like it was made up that people will use so they sound like they are better then other lolitas or something and i hate how people who are lolita are excluded because they don't perfeclty match the description or they don't buy from popular exspensive websites its stupid and that's why i don't really want to be apart of the community either although i do wear and own a lot of lolita i separate myself from the community.

[@PrincesseEnfantine]

Thank you all for sharing your stories, I hope it doesn't stop you from living the best life you can possibly think of :) it's been few years now that I am not a lolita anymore but I still look at pictures sometimes ^^

[@theycallmemagic]

Its harder for plus size lolitas when it comes to finding higher end lower cost dresses in a size that fits and also matches the lolitas specific tastes. Which leads a lot of them into pursuing the alternative making your own. so i think thats also an important thing to note.

[@thisotakugirl1017]

Elizabeth Amstutz the funny thing about plus sized things are the fact that on all the websites Ive looked up I fine a huge amout of plus sized clothes and alot of regular + medium sized clothes, so I have to make my own stuff, because I have a naturally skinny waist and am flat chested. the problem with buying stuff is just the fact that it won't always fit you. (also if you someone can't fit into a large option then they should consult your doctor or dietion for there own long term health and wellbeing)

[@theycallmemagic]

"higher end without being on the higher end of pricing in a lolitas specific taste" (that means im talking brand) 99% of brand is one size. And not being able to fit into large sizes isnt a great indicator of obesity because of how drastically inconsistent sizing is. because a large asian woman might be a completely different thing from a large black woman for instance and neither of them are necessarily obese just built different. not to mention how expensive healthcare and eating healthy is.(but then again so is lolita) but oppressive poverty aside theres always lolitas with kids or thyroid problems. So if you know a bunch of brand tier quality shops gotta share that. Also if you're too skinny to fit into lolita clothing in small sizes you might be underweight.

[@thisotakugirl1017]

Elizabeth Amstutz I guess you have a point if someone wants specificly brand. I have found a lot of websites do have diffrent sizes and equivilate them to foreign sizes. if you look hard you are able to find quite a lot of non major brand dresses that would fit, and are reasonable cheap. I also say it is best to consult a doctor if you are over weight because there may be a food you don't prosses right or a medical condition you may not be aware of. I had a friend who was over weight and would refuse to see a doctor and would always say she was "proud to be plus sized" she died last year from a medical condition she was not aware of. its alway best to look in to medical well being. I also am not underweight, I just have a very weird build, broad shoulder, huge hips, but a skinner waste and legs, and also my lower to upper torso preportanet is off. no avrage clothes fit me.

[@thisotakugirl1017]

also I know healthcare is expensive, but eating healthy doesnt have to be. also, I (just so you understand) am the child of a single mother and our financial situation is....... very limiting. I have to work a part time job, and the whole reason I do diy my lolita is because I don't have almost any money to spend. The only times I buy things online are when I search the internat and find something extremly cheap. so I've never worn brand. so 1. that does make me clueless when it comes to people being brand puristents, and 2. don't just assume I don't understand having to find stuff as cheap as possible.

[@theycallmemagic]

Wasnt assuming anything never said anything about finding anything cheap i was talking about the exact opposite its hard to find well made stuff that isnt exorbitantly expensive because most places make you pay almost double. ( also pls source websites)

[@ivy7910]

Things I love about this: -How open-minded you are on everything ^_^ -Being featured in it haha! -Discovering new indie brands! I love indie almost more than brand stuff, so I will probably check out everyone featured on here who has their own shop! Thanks!!!

[@EmbroideredDoll]

I really love handmade lolita, it's so unique (although my wardrobe is about 1/3 handmade, so I may be biased)! Those handmade lolita pictures in the background are very inspiring ^.^

[@fionafiona1146]

I spend 2 years to get my wardrobe to stuff I really like, next I would like to sew more my self and eventually incorporate more lolita.

[@1taffycat]

I love these pictures because it's a big range of ages and sizes all wearing beautiful lolita! As a seamstress I know these people put a lot into making all of that and it is wonderful to see so many different ideas!

[@xsakisaki]

Ahhh Lor I really want to say something and sorry if this comment is long but I've wanted to tell you for a long time and couldn't find the right moment! (Also sorry if this is overly sappy and weird!) So I've always been a huge huge fan of Lolita since I was in my teens but I had always been scared to be a part of the community. When I was about 20 I finally bought beautiful expensive AP dress from my local con but I didn't know how to coord it at all so i wore it with come forever 21 stuff and offbrand shoes and looking back on it now it was a total mess, but I got some weird negative reactions when I wore it to the con the next day that made me feel really discouraged. After going online and researching more I also became really intimated by the "rules" and also the negativity surrounding what "was Lolita" and what wasn't. Since then I never wore it again and I decided to hide my love for Lolita and just venture into different fashions. Fast forward to about a year ago I found your channel and watched a video you made giving advice on like "what to say to itas" and you gave the advice to essentially not say anything at all because just because someone isn't doing something "right" it doesn't give others the right to be negative towards them (or something along those lines). ANYWAYS point is that literally that video sparked my love for Lolita fashion again because I realized that even though there is a lot of negativity there is also a LOT of positivity from wonderful amazing people such as yourself and that if you love something you shouldn't be afraid to pursue it! This video made me feel along the same lines as that one and I've just always wanted to tell you what a huge inspiration you are to me. If you get to reading this novel I really appreciate it LOL sorry it's so long again. Love you so much keep doing what you're doing girl!

[@LovelyLor]

I copy and pasted this, texted it to myself and made siri read it hahahaha THAT'S SO SWEET!!! That is really encouraging for me to hear that my video impacted you in such a way! That's why I make videos like that and this one. I've watched lots of people leave the fashion because people were rude to them but they still love the fashion. I hate that, if you get tired of the fashion sure you don't have to wear it anymore but it makes me sad when people generally love it and get bullied out of it. It's like, we dress differently than mainstream society, we already get looks or questions or weird comments from people, we should support each other!!! Anyways, I'm proud of you for being brave to wear what you want! All of your larme and gyaru looks are SUPER ADORBZ and I know you'll be super cute in lolita if you decide to wear it

[@belleyface]

I h ave to say, I had a pretty similar experience. I dont think Lor is a "authority" on lolita, but she is such a fashionable person in my eyes, and such a positive person. I look up to her videos and i have since made more outfits, and tried more coords, mostly because of the positivity from Lor!. I channel that positivities when I meet other lolitas, other j-fashionistas in general, and anyone REALLY! It's not my place or right to put anyone else down, and they shouldn't for me. I love love love that she said don't let the fear stop you, because that is the best advice for everything in life. And i'm glad she said it :)

[@JaidenDainae]

I have a similar problem. Lots of others lolita's online say it's ita if I have purple hair with all black gothic/kuro coords and they always say it looks bad and that I need to wear a wig or i'm ita :/

[@boarhatsbestgirl4152]

I too, have had negative experiences with people over "what is Lolita". I walked out of a recent event for Lolita because they were telling people what the "necessary essentials" were, where they were not allowed to shop, what length of sleeves they MUST wear, etc. Alternative fashion, like lolita and their subcultures are already scrutinized and looked down upon saying we "dress like dolls", "look like children"; so why further hurt the people of your own community by shaming them for not being able to afford an official brand OP or not being able to fit in the "one size" sizing of a lot of outfits. Handmade items are what will keep this fashion alive and growing. Thank you Lovely Lor for your supporting video and views and keep on seeing and crafting everyone!

[@thotcow8527]

I belive that handmade loltias are better then store bought loltias. handmade loltias are creative and show their personality through their clothing (opinion) :) just a opinion

[@SeqZZ]

That's really rude. Not everyone has the skills to make clothes.

[@babyx_98]

UNDERTALE I can confirm handmade is not cheaper 💀😭

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

Both is amazing. Unfortunately fabric is also really expansiv

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

@@SeqZZ oh common really.. Yes and not all have the money to buy expensive sets.. Really don't get this answer

[@khrusciki]

@@SeqZZ You don't wake up and you're good at sewing, that's the appeal. Handmade lolitas have the work and hard time they spent on display. At the end of the day you shouldn't feel less for buying a dress, love your own clothes.

[@msluvlee717]

I'm learning to make my own because when I first started researching Lolita it seemed like none of it would fit me no matter how much weight I lose. I have a large chest that is hard enough to fit in regular clothes!

[@oliveoconnor5589]

msluvlee717 if youd lose weight your chest would get smaller too

[@whossoul]

Olive O'Connor That's actually not always true. I lost 75 pounds and actually went UP a cup size in the process. If you genetically have large breasts then you genetically have large breasts. Yes, gaining weight can add fat to your chest, and loosing that fat will take away. But no amount of loosing weight reduces the amount of breast tissue you have.

[@alexanderguard1941]

Dollbe lolita shop sells plus size lolita and they're all handmade and they're pretty affordable ^^ she's a doll to work with too!

[@SweetestSweden]

Shirring, my dude. Full shirring is your best friend. I'm scraping a G-cup, and finding cute brand that fits my stupidly large chest is a pain in the ass. BTSSB's fully shirred Shirring Princess pieces are just awesome for us in the big titty comity. Meta's 3/4 shirred stuff, like their princess wardrobe set, is also super forgiving.

[@gylentia13]

I second the full to 3/4 shirring, it does amazing things. I have a waist that easily fits the larger sizes of the brands, but I'm an M cup (or K-KK for UK sizes) and the bust measurement for me has always been a challenge.

[@JelitaAndini]

I almost want to send you a message about handmade lolita. I manage a lolita community in my city and I got some criticize from the other lolita community also in my town. They said lolita should be an elite with origin brand from japan. Meanwhile my LC disagreed. Because everyone can be a lolita, whilst they have handmade dress or branded dress, as long as they have lolita soul and pure lovin it. My question is, how can you handle the elitist if you are in my position? Because after million times mediation we are never talk each other. I hate to have bad relationship especially with some people I don't know for real. I don't want any lolita fight because different perception. Lolita is pure, but the lovers makes it complicated 😢

[@VHeartOld]

Please please please make that shopping guide!! I'm terrified of Taobao and a brand on there is releasing a dress i'm considering my dream dress, and I'd love to know how to get hold of it before it's too late!

[@kitsunegirl14]

I don't know much about the Lolita fashion community but you seem really sweet and genuine and down to earth so that's really nice. I love the dress you wore in this video also! So very pretty and delicate.

[@SweetestSweden]

Who says handmade lolita is ita!? I will FIGHT THEM. Thank you so much for featuring my coord at 2:10 , btw!

[@LovelyLor]

I DON'T KNOW !!! But I get asked this A LOTTTTT ~ YOU FIGT THEM, I'M ON YOUR SIDE

[@SaiyaHyuga]

I'm excited to see that my image made it into the video! This whole video made me feel so much better about the lolita dresses that I have made. Because, before, I wasnt sure if they could be called lolita, and just all those little doubts that fill your head. So, I just want to say thank you for making this video! And all the other videos you make! And all the positivity you share in the Lolita community!! Thank you Lovely Lor!

[@Myllkka]

Bebe Butterfly Congrats! :) I think creating your own dresses is so cool! You can imagine and create something unique, that's awesome. And I love Lor's channel because she is so positive and fun, she doesn't just sit in front of the camera trying to look cute and perfect like a lot of other girls, she's fun :)

[@LolitaCraft]

Oh boy, time for me to ramble! I can definitely vouch for the time that goes into handmaking clothes. I haven't made a lolita dress yet (although I do have plenty of patterns that I SWEAR I'm gonna use... eventually), and dressmaking is kinda challenging, actually. Plus you also have to figure in the cost of a sewing machine and whatnot. Thankfully my mom got a really nice one for Christmas one year that I've used a lot. My first big project was a full bodysuit for my Pyro cosplay which gave me a TON of experience in sewing (and nearly gave me heatstroke; seriously kids, don't make bodysuits out of flannel if you're wearing them in the summer!) I have actually sewn a dress before for my sewing class in school and that actually wasn't that bad, even considering some of the more complex elements to it (crossed straps, darts, lined bodice, and altering the pattern to get a better fit with the help of my teacher). Then again, I'd already had experience at the time. My advice to lolitas who want to start out with sewing their own stuff? Start off with skirts if you're new to sewing. Seriously, a basic elastic waist skirt is one of the easiest things you can make (aside from a pillowcase) and was actually one of the first things I made. Then you can build on your skills with adding lace trims, pintucks, pleats, and you can move onto doing tops/full dresses if you think you can handle it. Commercial patterns are available if you can find one that would fit Lolita (trust me, I have actually found a few), or if you're feeling adventurous and think you can alter it. That's actually one of the few things I have yet to master (aside from drafting patterns from scratch). Of course, some things you're just... better off buying. Namely petticoats. Seriously, I have one petticoat pattern and it takes 30 YARDS of material for it. Tulle is cheap but you might want something nicer and it still adds up. Plus the time and effort that goes into it, you might as well buy one (I've heard that Classical Puppets makes nice ones for a reasonable price).

[@aloistrancy877]

For Christmas this year I got gifted a sewing machine, and (since my mother won't let me order Lolita online) I'm planning on sewing some skirts for myself so I really appreciate how thoughtful you are in this video!!

[@madisonaustin9394]

As I’m watching this, I’m currently hand sewing a sundress for my 5 y/o niece. I want to learn to sew to eventually make my own Lolita dresses because it sounds like a fun (yet long) process to take on. Right now I’m practicing to sew so that I can properly use patterns and understand how the process works.

[@madisonaustin9394]

update: i have a sewing machine and have made a petticoat! I plan on going to the fabric store soon to get my hands on an inspiring fabric to begin work on my first JSK! never finished the sundress though...ADHD had other plans

[@Mintyoreos]

I have always wanted to make my own lolita, one day :>

[@milkytales]

Oh my god, how could I have missed this???I've been sewing for ten years now, and tho I have some brand clothing, I still love making lolita clothes! However I've expanded more to making fairy kei clothing, particularly from recycled clothing ( my shop is very similar style to Spank!). I definitely agree on making clothing being pricey, especially since material and good lace (And I mean really good lace), it can add up to between $20 AUD to $30 AUD for materials. I have listed a few handmade lolita skirts in my shop, but I had to increase the price recently to cover the ungodly shipping costs. I try to make my stuff as affordable as possible, but it's not easy.I look forward to your indie shop guide!

[@jemdemonbelle2097]

I want to make Lolita so bad! It looks like so much fun, I'm such a newbie seamstress though haha and I'm too afraid to take that risk XD.

[@jemdemonbelle2097]

Rae-Anne Lloyd yeah I'm subbed to her channel, I'm a little annoyed she stopped making those videos, but hey whatever makes her happy right?

[@doctorsoysauce9731]

You can find gosurori, otome no sewing, cos and glb patterns online. They have from accesories to full coords to make. They are also really visual

[@omegaforcezero5440]

I don't even have a year in this of the hand made stuff, but I can recommend you to start just whit little accessories, like hats, headbands, bows and stuff. It's so much fun and it helps to practice a lot.

[@Ninjozata]

As a seamstress first and Lolita admirer second, I feel like a lot of people think generally it’s “cheaper to make than buy” when it comes to any kind of clothing. It’s best to assume this is never the case. (Sometimes very rarely and lucky yes, and when our grandparents were children perhaps, but now it’s really a skill of its own to find quality materials and notions for cheaper than retailers, remember you’re competing with economies of scale!) So I’m really glad and agree with Lor when they say to make it because you want to, not because you think it’ll be cheaper, cause it really won’t be.

[@krystalcuteyes]

It makes me happy to know a lot of other people make their own Lolita. My friends and I went to our first meet up a few years ago and we were all in handmade coordinates because of money and body type reasons, and it was really disheartening to see the distaste from everyone who found out they weren't brand name pieces. We still had fun together, but it was like being held an arms length from the rest of the event (◞ ‸ ◟ㆀ)

[@Ooshy]

Could you do a makeup tutorial on this look? I love your eyeshadow and would love to know what the colours are!

[@JinxAesthel]

Your point about not being afraid of the possibility of being called "ita" really got me! the idea that people would call me that or other names if I started trying out lolita was a big part of the reason I was too scared to start trying lolita clothing. Thank you for making that point though! I really want to try out lolita more in the future!

[@tillylilly2808]

I was thinking of making a lolita dress because I don't have a lot of money I can spend an stuff like this and I love sewing! I can even make my own patterns. And if you know where to look and what to look for you can get fabric at a reasonable to cheap price. And I don't know how opened my parents are to the lolita fashion and by making somthing I know they would approve of might be a good way to start introduceing it to them in a way that doesn't sound wierd or anything

[@julielouwho]

That’s me at 5:15!! Ahhhh, thank you so much for featuring it! ^^

[@perserveremr.rabbit2990]

i made my own lolita two years ago, this year for an event I fixed it, removed the bad lace, added some small details. in reality though, even though i spent money on fixing it up, I won't be wearing it again. I'll make another one for this coming year, hopefully with better construction. It's a learning experience and while I had never sewn before making it, it was really ok looking and i got loads of compliments. Still though, I've learned a lot and am looking forward to making another one with a bit more of a fitted look

[@samusai]

I love sewing. Also I have awkward body proportions so making my own clothes has always been a thing. One of my friends showed me one of her handmade lolita dresses and I wanted to take a try at it... And I loved it.

[@nvh2000]

Love the video! It's nice to see another Lolita speaking kindly about handmade! Even though I'm mostly a brand-name lolita, I have no issue with Taobao brands and the idea of handmade is so creative to me! :)

[@夢想家無言の]

I recently started thinking about doing handmade Lolita for multiple reasons this gave me so much inspo

[@thehollyannrose]

I'm happy you aren't bashing it. I think people should do what makes them happy with lolita. I would never do handmade, but I admire those that do lol

[@sc0ttishlass]

Lolitas who brandish around what is ita or not, should consider when this all first started. ALL Early Lolita was handmade. Brand is not everything. Subculture should never be about brands (like it is now in the Gothic community as well). Being Lolita like any subculture is about being different, anyone can take cash in hand and buy and look like anyone else, handmade is unique.

[@deannaarias6429]

Please make the video on affordable lolita. Not all the videos already here on KZbin are up to date and some shops have changed things like their prices and products. So if you were to make one now it would be probably the most up to date video on the topic available for beginners and experienced lolita alike.

[@marinstumpf5194]

YOUR MAKEUP LOOKS SO GOOD

[@iLynn0o]

Lolita it's just fashion, brands don't exclusively own Lolita so don't be sad or feel like an outcast if you cant buy brand stuff Sure, handmade stuff isn't the cheapest option but still that doesn't mean you are less of a Lolita if you make your own stuff I myself, always been into Lolita fashion but unfortunately since I live in a really small country I cannot buy Lolita anywhere neither can I order from the internet coz it would be extremely expensive and neither can I sew coz I lack the skills and time (I work almost everyday of the week) Luckily though I had a friend from China (also a Lolita fan) who would sew really beautiful dresses and would let me borrow them

[@bedefancyalouette9249]

exactly

[@TuberoseKisser]

If we wanna get technical, brand prints is handmade, it's just done by professionals.

[@rainbowredwood]

I made it in the video! It's so nice seeing so many fellow handmade lolita's💛

[@milothecat2094]

Very beautiful

[@Princessyoku]

You look especially cute in this video! I love your makeup paired with the blue of your dress and hairpiece :D

[@sarahdreamsoftea]

4:30 is one of my incredibly talented best friends @sleepysheepiecreations! She's just about to open her accessories shop! ❤

[@chelseahill6784]

Aw yeah~! My dress made it at 2:16! Thank you for including it and making a video like this too ^_^

[@MadameMushroom]

Originally went hand made because I thought it'd be cheaper and now I do it because I genuinely love to sew. Yes I had very ita dresses but I know a lot more and I need to fix an op's ribbon but it's still absolutely beautiful, I wear it every year.

[@Marialla.]

OMG the girl at 7:49 is my favorite! She's kind of understated and I personally would like to see a few more ruffles at the hem, but her face is so adorable and sweet, and her outfit looks like a nice schoolgirl. I like it for the contrast with other lolitas that are sometimes so over the top that they forgot to stay grounded or even coordinated with themselves. It's an outfit that shows lots of potential!

[@sleepysheepiecreationsshop1195]

Thank you so much for featuring me @4:30!!!

[@Fyreflyy1]

I have just found your channel in the last few days and thank you so much for the videos you have made. I love the look of lolita and have always wanted to wear it but have yet to find anything that I would actually wear. I started sewing 15 years ago because I could never find clothes I liked and as a goth/alternative kid in the 90's I was thrift flipping before it was a thing. When I asked a lolita community for pattern recommendations I was told that "you can't make lolita clothing unless you have bought several outfits to see how it looks on you." Which to me doesn't make sense because you can see how it should look and buying something doesn't mean it will fit right. Not to mention why waste money on something that I'll never wear? Anyway, watching your videos has helped me to see that I can be me and still dress this way. Thank you for being you.

[@rugrat4287]

5:15 I love that Honey Senpai OuranHighSchoolHostClub themed Lolita but I have A question can You A video Abut affordable Lolita outfits I ALWAYS wanted to dress up AS A Lolita but it's so expensive

[@julielouwho]

Vegetas SideChick The Honey Senpai outfit was me!! Thank you so much for saying that, it means a lot! ^^

[@princess4509]

The reason why I hand make my own things is one I’m really broke and a struggling student and two I enjoy the craft so why not incorporate fashion into doing something I love

[@antiquecoffin4277]

All these handmade lolita pictures you shared in this video were GORGEOUS!

[@pivoine3176]

I'm re-watching this while making a lolita skirt and I'm glad you cheer me on!

[@Sasuke993]

I tried making a lolita cosplay of cheshire cat once and thought it came out super cute but in the end I got shut down by the lolita community :( I made a 5 tier skirt using references on google (I really dont know anything about lolita but Im a cosplayer) honestly it scared me away from ever trying my hand at lolita again :(

[@SweetestSweden]

Well, to be completely fair, Lolita is clothing, not cosplay. Inspired coordinates are one thing. Lolita-inspired cosplay is another thing. Calling your cosplay 'lolita' generally gets frowned upon. Cosplay is donning costumes, and Lolita isn't a costume. We in the community get harassed enough as is by the general public without the two being confused for one another, you know? That said, don't let that criticism stop you from making genuine Lolita clothing! You can always try your hand again.

[@brokendollproduction]

I'd really like to see what you made, I absolutely love Cheshire cat and I bet it was super cute!

[@SeqZZ]

You should try making lolita clothes. Lolita isn't cosplay so that's lolitas didn't like it.

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

Hope you did not stop doing it.. I doing it too

[@Sonnenanbeterin1991]

@@SweetestSweden well you want people to be tollerant but then laughing at others ??/

[@HarleyMaldonado]

An updated affordable lolita video would be super cool!

[@brookeg5979]

Thank you for this video. I am new to the fashion, and will probably never live the lifestyle, but my daydream thoughts about dressing lolita would be the runway versions of AP...no print, tons of layers of lace and ruffles and more bows than should be decent on anyone. Ha. And being plus sized, my mind immediately went to sewing a dress as a dream project. I really appreciated your perspective!

[@Mintyoreos]

I love your content you are always so sweet.

[@brooke4782]

thank you so much for making this video~!! I really adore handmade lolita as someone who really likes sewing. Also thanks for featuring lolita's that make their own stuff~!!!! (I'm still freaking out that my photo is in here because it's so cool to be in one of your videos xD)

[@jessaleighxo]

I'm so excited my picture made it, thank you! ^^ Also, PLEASE make an affordable lolita haul/video! I'm always looking for other options, especially those that are plus size friendly or do customs.

[@aliyahblidner]

I sew a lot and have been planning on making a Lolita blouse but I haven’t made too many shirts before so I’m thinking of making a mock up shirt before I make a real one.

[@whossoul]

I like that you said that it's not always a cheaper route! I am a seamstress, though I make 1950's retro clothing, they have the same silhouettes as lolita like the fabric eating full skirts! When you need that much fabric it's not cheap! Cute fabric for a dress can easily cost $50+, plus any nice trims you want, thread and zipper in coordinating colors, any pattern you might use. Then there's the time you put into it! People always tell me I should sell the clothes I make, and I always tell them it's not profitable, by the time I paid myself even minimum wage for my work I would have to charge $200+ for a dress.

[@elfishire]

I'm fed up with the elitist anti-ita lolitas (no aliteration intended. Or maybe). Lolita can also be an inspiration for loliable outfits without being bigot strict about the rules and the brands etc.

[@bedefancyalouette9249]

Exactly

[@ashleywixted2416]

Cool! That was me at 4:41 :D thanks for including me! ^__^

[@PoppyNoir]

Love this video on handmade lolita items, there were so many stunning submissions ❤️ Thank you for featuring my dress too, I was nicely surprised didn't expect to get into the video.

[@AnneMaaikie]

Woaah your makeup is amazingly beautiful

[@weewooweewoo906]

i love haenuli. starlight serenity jsk in lavender is my ultimate dream dress ;_; also handmade lolita is always really unique and cute and commendable

[@alaskacosplay]

I have a lot of Lolita-esque costumes and gowns since theyre often frilly and cute and elegant and somewhat historical since my version of Lolita is mostly 1840s to 1860s since its silhouette is very cupcake like and they have a lot of hairstyles that are seen on lolitas (I mean this in a nice way and no shape or form in a bad way) nowadays and they’re complimented with hair accents or bows or flowers and the bonnets with frills and flounces and flowers and yes even more bows.

[@JL0ndon]

Oh I’m obsessed with that eye shadow!!!

[@Musicdevil45]

lor your makeup is so gorgeous!!!! do u recall what shadows you're wearing because I'm in loooove

[@perserveremr.rabbit2990]

i always make mine, every year, I've improved a lot over the years but it does always lurk in my mind that someone will say it looks ita, i wear it anyway. I think they're pretty dresses, though flawed for sure, i'm still learning. I have a lolita friend who i ask for help every once in a while on making choices, like which lace (she was the one that taught me cheap lace with square flowers is not good but knitted lace is good) since she told me that my dress improved so much. Honestly, making dresses is so much fun and guarantees you'll have a 1 of a kind

[@kitkatmelon]

My mom actually made my petticoat out of pepco curtains lol and a headdress from just nice looking fabrics she found around the basement and it was DEFINITELY cheaper lol

[@pixelspider6454]

I would make Lolita dresses for myself, but I'm not able to use a sewing machine without being scared I would sew my finger to the fabric... and I don't have the patience to hand sew...

[@Mimiki203]

When you use a machine you have to keep your fingers away from where the needle is and make sure you go at a medium pace, too fast and you'll end up with really ugly thread spots that just jumble up together, too slow and you may as well be hand stitching.

[@Zaolan123]

Lizzy Pad most machines have a little guard so that you can't see your fingers

[@whossoul]

I've been sewing since I was 7 years old.....so for almost 20 years now, and have never once sewn my finger. I've actually injured myself a lot more hand sewing that using a machine! My mom has been sewing for 45 years or so and has only had the needle puncture her finger once in all that time.

[@wizardcon7762]

Lizzy Pad there are a bunch of sewing machines now a days that have finger guards and stuff like that. I recently got a new one with a finger guard and haven't gotten stuck by a needle once. It's a Brother computerized sewing machine. I recommend you don't give up if you really wanna make clothes! (And in some cases what doesn't kill you makes you stronger!)

[@HeatherHolt]

Not everything has to be sewn ;) fabric glue can go a long way! (Personal cosplay experience cuz I can’t sew either!!)

[@theiKelsie22]

Your eyeshadow, iconic.

[@user-nx3du6xh9j]

I'm making a lolita dress really soon it's pastel blue with an Alice in Wonderland theme but I'm kinda honestly pissed at the fact that I couldn't get a border print anywhere so Imma have to use patches :/

[@willmorbyers923]

I ordered a nice petticoat with meh christmas money, but it was a target visa card so it could only be used at a few different online stores, so I couldn't shop at most of the ones you recommended...

[@Beware_of_Clown]

I just came across this as I'm figuring out how I wat to try making my own Lolita dress and really a whole outfit. I wat to get back into sewing but I also wanna try knitting and crocheting to make a dress, which will take a lot longer but I think it'll look really cool once I figure it out.

[@emilyhery854]

Lor I love your makeup in this vid!! What lipstick/gloss and eyeshadow are you wearing?

[@vivianc.c.3379]

In love with your yellow eyeshadow with peach underneath

[@sherrythebirthdayclown3634]

I have been on the fence about making my second Lolita dress even though my first one turned out okay I have been thinking on either buying one or just making another one I am just not sure because I did make a doll to match my mask that I made and she has the same matching dress

[@faunofthedead]

the only thing i want to point out is that taobao shops/ other online stores isn't always a cheap way to get lolita depending on your size. plus size lolitas don't have as many options, especially from taobao because their sizes tend to run smaller :(

[@fafniricedragon5832]

My personal opinion on hand made pieces is that it is more unique than brand pieces since more often there is only that particular piece. It's one of a kind and that makes it unique and special. And I'm certain that the makers think it is their most special dress. I also think lolitas that make their own pieces are fantastic and so skilled in dress making. Because I certainly don't have that amount of skill...wish I had. I can make a headdress tops. Or a skirt but that's it. And don't get me wrong, I think brand pieces and taobao pieces are great too.

[@scottiedancer100]

thanks for putting together all those pictures!!! ( i can't imagine the time it took :P ) I love seeing the creativity of others!

[@orcas12]

The way you say sorry xD so Canadian. Love you 😂💖

[@microcosmia]

I noticed it too! :P When did that start happening??

[@ahhhlindsanityyy]

would love to know if there are any canadian indie lolita brands !

[@LovelyLor]

Gloomth and Teddybearbones are the only ones I can think of, I'd love to know more too !

[@dreamcathedral9173]

I just make jewelry, but I'm a tiny brand in Canada, and try to price things to be easy on the canadian wallet. Our poor dollar... DreamCathedral.Etsy.com Also, check out www.etsy.com/shop/JellyUltra !

[@ahhhlindsanityyy]

i have a couple rings from jelly ultra and they are so cute. i like your shop! i just love ornate jewelry. our poor dollar indeed v_v

[@ahhhlindsanityyy]

there is sugarnyo heaven sugarnyoheaven.storenvy.com/ although the shop seems to be under construction at the moment. i'd never heard of gloomth before, despite it being one of my fave words omg, so thank you :)

[@teddybearbones]

My brand is called spookysparkleparty ;] www.etsy.com/shop/spookysparkleparty and facebook.com/spookysparkleparty

[@sinyabun]

I do hand made lolita usually because of few reasons. I have a bigger bust size so I am yet to find a dress out there that will fit me just right. Being an artist myself, I often have a mood or an idea for an outfit and cant find anything similar existing. Money. Lolita dresses are expensive, and I have salty import taxes so I usually avoid buying anything above 20$ online :/ Lastly I do it for the sake of sewing. I adore sewing and its always nice when someone complements your outfit and you reply that you made it! I do have to note that lolita fashion isnt my main style, I just love wearing different types of dresses and skirts. I dont go to hangouts since I am not really a fashion type person, I am more of a crafty type? Most of the lolitas I happened to talk to online kinda just ignored me from their circle, while other seamstresses and cosplayers have accepted my work, so thats that

[@saskia105]

Ahhh!!! I adored this! Thanks for featuring me! 😃💜

[@Nerdygoddess]

The reason I was curious, I kept hearing "get brand" as part of how to-s, how much it sucks to be a tall lolita, and how things seem to be one-sized. Love the prints out there, but... I have the tools, I can make a gingham or solid OP.

[@alexanderguard1941]

Dollbe is a plus size lolita indie store! She has a range of sizes !

[@sherrythebirthdayclown3634]

I follow this KZbinr handmade Lolita and she said that spend a lot of money Lolita when you can make it yourself she gets all her fabric at the local thrift store for really cheap price I love watching her videos and learning how to make beautiful dresses I've already made one that turned out really cute the first one ugh but of the second one Kawaii super cute thank you for saying that homemade is just as good as buying the real stuff because I wouldn't mind buying from some of those who make because then it makes the fashion expand and then more people will be able to see the things that people have made that can be worn by other people things that can be made in Canada America or any other country outside of Japan

[@MrNotABoy]

Hey there! jsyk the coord at 4:21 was made by me (@mrnabbles), not Saku c: TYSM for putting my picture in your video!!

[@ladymatcha]

there's a pattern making brand called heycutsew that has some patterns for lolita pieces ! it's really helpful ✨

[@Miyaskellington]

I think it's amazing to diy things and even if it's a little messed up at first, you grow by doing it. ^^

[@fe-fepez2277]

I'm fairly new to the Lolita community but I have always loved it. I've always been much of a "kawaii"/punk girl. I started making my own dresses and skirts because it was cheaper for me at the time. But recently purchasing a brand item, I'm amazed at all he details that go into these dresses! That being said as a plus sized girl I still find it easier to make my own clothes. 😅 I need to find a brand for plus size but I haven't found any for sweet Lolita as of now.

[@someone-uz4mi]

If you're okay with Taobao, I know Souffle Song/Neverland (same company but they called themselves Neverland first) does custom sized dresses. There are a few dresses that look like they may fit as sweet Lolita. However, I'm new to the community as well, so I might be wrong when it comes to categorization.

[@ilikesicecream5876]

You should make a follow up video on being on BTB and CGL. Mainly addressing people who post to such sites.

[@evelynkrull5268]

Wow. I found this now and am thinking of starting in lolita, but I have some very specific ideas and like making my own clothes. But I was hearing a lot of taboo about handmade lolita and I was worried about not being able to get into the movement if I couldn't make my own clothes... I figure all of the designers and etsy shop owners had to be handmade at one point or another?

[@Muse041]

I make accessories case as a cosplayer I always have leftover material and stuff :) don't think I could make a dress though omg the guys in this video are so creative!

[@Willetta27]

Please please pleeeease do an affordable lolita shopping video! 100% want!

[@threadsandpurrs]

There are some very talented seamstresses out there. I am trying to make my own lolita clothing as I am having a lot of trouble finding pieces I like that fit me. Will you ever make a guide for sources for plus size lolita fashion?

[@xflora-chanx]

I am pretty newest to lolita I am a fan, been Cosplaying anime when I was younger. I personally think handmade is amazing lolita or even Cosplay. Japanese people make handmade and my god its beautiful.

[@aleclightwood2706]

I'd love to see an affordable lolita shopping vid!