Renaissance Dress Spotlight & Announcement - McCall's M7763

New pattern! mccallpattern....
Thank you guys so much for all the support on my previous announcement video (and the pattern itself) I appreciate it so so much!
I hope you guys like this one too, and hearing a bit about my design logic :) There are more patterns to come, too, so keep an eye out!
Chemise pattern:
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Wrong period, similar concept for self drafting one:
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The fabrics for this dress were purchased from fabric mart.
The gauze was from jo-anns, and the jacquard ribbon was NOS purchased on etsy.
Some of the references used during design (there were lots more):
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Stockings were from sockdreams
Rings were from ebay
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About me:
My name is Angela Clayton, I’m a twenty year old designer and seamstress who is currently living on Long Island, in NY.
I’ve been sewing for five years and focused on period costumes and original designs for the last three. I make costumes for fun and to expand my skill set so I can hopefully get a job in the industry someday.
Check out my FAQ linked above to hear more about me, and any of the other sites to see more of my work!
I can be contacted with inquires about paid work via the email above.
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My patterns (go buy them!): mccallpattern....
My sewing machines include: Singer Heavy Duty 4423, Singer Industrial 191D-20, Singer 15-30
Meet my sewing machines video! : • Meet My Sewing Machine...
My dress form is a 10-12 display form from buystoreshelving.com
My reference books: angelacostumer...
How I do my hair! : • Mid-Century Hair & Mak...
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Tutorials (features actual sewing): • Embellished Brass Crow...
Making of Videos (features actual sewing): • Making a 1950's Dress ...
Progress Log Playlist: • Weekly Progress Log #1...
Project Vlogs: • Project Vlog: Edwardia...
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[@Harko-]

“People love outtakes” 😜, yes people do. Thanks Angela, interesting background story.

[@llamafromspace]

I really love how you made useful changes but then described how to do it if you want historical accuracy. You rock.

[@cherryl1111]

The level of thought you put in for your customers is inspiring and touching. Fantastic job!

[@louiselill1528]

Congratulations wonderful dress

[@DawnOldham]

At your age, to have two patterns published with a major company is a huge feat! I’m so impressed with the expert thinking that went into making an affordable, yet stunningly beautiful costume. You’re amazing!

[@Bornahorse]

I just got this pattern! Gutted that the chemise wasn't included. YT search hoping for a work around and lo and behold the pattern maker herself!! Hoping you made that tutorial for it lol

[@AdirondackRuby]

LOL! I know all about that whole changing into costume in a Ren Faire bathroom thing. So all those changes are much appreciated. Can't wait to finally get my hands on this one.

[@shammydammy2610]

Or in a school bus, or in a tent... yeah. Ease of dressing is most appreciated.

[@TheCassandraStryffe]

Ren Faire bathrooms and changing in tiny, tiny tents...ahhh the nostalgia! :)

[@AdirondackRuby]

Changing in and out of regular old street clothes in a tiny tent is an adventure, so added fabric and volume just takes it to another level...basically doing anything in a tiny tent is near impossible. lol

[@TheCassandraStryffe]

SOOOOO true haha! Although, I still maintain that hoop skirts + portapotties is a special level of hell designed to punish you for that extra dessert lol

[@dancingkate0]

I'm currently using your M7885 (modified a little) to make a 2015-edition Cinderella ballgown! The bodice is the PERFECT shape! I also purchased this one and will modify it to use for a Rapunzel costume! It's so helpful to have a historically accurate starting point (most commercial patterns designed for Disney costuming/cosplay are extremely subpar). Love love love it, and congrats on your success!

[@penneyburgess5431]

With a few minor tweaks, fabric selection, etc., this would make a beautiful wedding dress. Great job, Angela.

[@janicek6399]

You've done a beautiful job, and I appreciate the "getting into it by yourself" changes. Congratulations on becoming a McCall pattern designer. It'll really help show the world your talent and maybe improve the quality of outfits seen at the fairs 😉. Have a great day.

[@maryhornsby8338]

Last Halloween I went to buy McCall's old Renaissance dress and they didn't carry it. I'm so glad you made a new one!

[@ammj6202]

I saw this pattern in passing (during one of my long stints of online pattern shopping) and I thought this was a very sophisticated looking pattern. My biggest problem with some "costume" patterns is that they can look so hokey, cheap, or silly. I appreciate the level of care and authenticity that you brought to this design. I look forward to more of your work!

[@breenarnianwarhorse5051]

I love all the thought and time you obviously put into creating your patterns w/ McCalls; so many options for any number of needs! Thanks for sharing your sewing adventures with all of us!

[@gwendalyntaggart2242]

Wonderful design! And people do love outtakes🤣! The best selling pattern is so cool and exciting, and I have no doubt this one will be too!

[@matildabelle2812]

I am so glad you have a renaissance pattern available and in larger sizes than your first one. I bought the first one even though I’m a 22 in patterns and don’t anticipate making it for myself. I’d love to see more Renaissance patterns - particularly mid 16th century or more middle/merchant class

[@sylvrkatk]

People love outtakes LOL! I love this pattern! I attempted a ren character cosplay a few years back and wish I had this to go off of. Congrats Angela-I hope to see more soon!

[@marloflanagan7421]

just in time for the Ren Faire season! Congrats!

[@feverspell]

You are undoubtedly one of the most talented people on KZbin. I can hem trousers and stitch on buttons, but that's the extent of my sewing skills, and seeing how you take a bunch of fabric and some other doodads and make gorgeous garments like that and your early 1900s shirtwaist/skirt that you posted earlier absolutely astound me. You explain everything so well and so clearly, even though I don't have the education/knowledge about fashion that you do, I can still understand what you're describing. I'd love to see you make one of Kate Winslet's costumes from Titanic - either the blue outfit she wears for the "I'm flying" scene or one of her dinner dresses.

[@taceyrosolowski7793]

Angela, you are so clear in your descriptions of history and method. I so appreciate it. And you are just lovely in your creations. You inspire me.

[@Hannah-nl5qq]

I already have both your patterns and I am very excited to make them this summer when I have the time. I'm looking forward to more of your patterns, I will buy them alllllll

[@katieelspeth2299]

We DO love outtakes, no lie. I really appreciated hearing the thought process behind why you made the design choices you did, I hope you will continue to do that for future designs! It was nice to hear that you considered both the needs of the customers, and what is already on the market.

[@kbraz1970]

So glad they are doing the patterns in the larger sizes. I am super happy you have more patterns.I have paused the video to write these comments. I am hoping to be able to get these in Australia.

[@nokomarie1963]

I saw it and immediately thought, "This is surprisingly inauthentic for this seamstress. " Having watched the video, all I can say is Bravo, well done.

[@suewhelan7759]

Absolutely thrilled that your patterns for McCalls have been such a success. I'm a little old for costumes or cosplay (70) but I'm very interested in the history of clothing. I subscribe to your channel and am also a supporter on Patreon. I love the way you described your pattern and why you designed it the way you did. It's beautiful and looks amazing on you. It's a tribute to your talent that McCalls uses your own photos for the envelope fronts. That usually only happens with Parisian designers! You have a unusual colour sense (who'd have thought peach and burgundy could look so fabulous together?) and a brilliant design imagination. I'm sure you will have a unique and exciting career.

[@jocla1]

Angela, your success is well deserved. Congratulations. You are making museum quality work accessible.

[@TheCassandraStryffe]

People DO love outtakes! LOL I'm so very happy for you! I've been hoping for YEARS to see some of your patterns in stores, since your blog was reddish and on blogspot, long before I found you you on youtube. The first time I read your blog, the newest piece you had up was the short forest fairy dress, if tells you anything about how long I've been stalking your work. :) (Not in a creepy way, I promise!)

[@honey_seafoam3536]

It turned out beautiful 😭 I always fawn over your beautiful pattern collections when I'm shopping! You are correct about the scenery in islip lol. I moved from WA state to suffolk a year ago and it's definitely been a bit of a culture shock lol. It makes it so much cooler that you're here tho! 🙀💖

[@LolitaLogicandTruth]

I'm SO happy for you. You deserve this McCall's deal and you're just so talented.

[@KayDubs77]

I used to work at a Ren Faire, and I would have loved this costume! Congratulations on the new pattern with McCall's!

[@lanceeckels6541]

Just discovered your channel. I must say you are a young woman of vision and diligence. And one with tremendous poise! I am excited by your career prospects!!

[@mausandthimble]

Another published pattern! Way to go, Angela! I've been watching your channel for almost 2 years now, and it's been inspiring to see you pursue your passion and make it into a career. I think it's so cool that a well-known pattern company reached out to you and also that you get to model your own patterns in their magazines. I hope to buy the pattern for your 1890's costume soon - it's one of my favorite costumes that you've made! Keep up the amazing work! (I'm looking forward to seeing what your next published pattern will be!) ~Darla

[@vanessajohnson1944]

Love this new pattern, too! And I was just at JoAnn's, too...and passed up on the last two yards of cream colored dupioni silk that was on the bolt.

[@christinesteele5716]

I am so excited for you!! You should be so proud of yourself!!

[@TheSarahLindy]

Beautiful! I'll have to pick one up this week! I'm already envisioning this gown in shades of green & gold! I'm so excited!

[@sharonprimett5102]

Sarah Walker I was thinking dark blue😀

[@nevsneedles5469]

That little jumping bit at the end was so cute. Happy to say that I own this pattern and several others. Someday I'll own them all!

[@simone_eg9446]

I am so happy! I finally had money to buy your first pattern and now I can buy both your patterns at once and they were discounted at that! I cannot wait to start sewing but now I will have to choose which to do first :') I love the way you keep in mind how the costumes have to be put on without help and costs effective sewing! I have been in love with your costuming for years and creating a costume with your pattern is such a dream :) anyway! keep your awesome work going!

[@atlasmartyn]

just wanted to say, i love hearing you talk about your costume! you sound so happy to talk about it when describing it, i can hear your smile! this is a beautiful design and an absolutely gorgeous finished product 💕

[@aitcheymoo]

Congratulations! I love that you've considered the real practicalities of wearing the piece day to day. What a wonderful achievement.

[@samgregory9974]

I just bought both of the patterns because McCall's was having a sale, I'm so excited!!! I'm a beginner sewer and have little to know experience sewing but I am so excited to try and make these pieces when I'm able!

[@bettsamyj]

It is so odd since I have never "met" you personally, but oddly, I feel pride for you - what an accomplishment!

[@lilikatebuggins374]

I always love seeing your patterns, so glad you are having the success you deserve. Makes me wish I could sew but my talents are pretty limited. Thanks for sharing this video and I look forward to the others all being announced in their turn in the future. Your so gifted a designer it's a pleasure to watch your creation process. The design sketches make excellent framed art especially for those with a love of historical costume.

[@greentree202]

Woohoo! I bought your last pattern in February! Yay for contributing to your record sales! Can't wait to purchase this one as well! I love your videos and designs.

[@JNewman1567]

I’ve watched this video a dozen times now and have finally gathered all the materials to make it!! I’m so excited 💗💗💗

[@picassomanu185]

Oh great! I was just looking for a pattern from that period, and yours looks like just the thing. I especially appreciate that you for people like me, who can't sew without a pattern... But also can't leave one alone! Will be buying as soon at it surfaces in France, and thanks again!

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Wow, I was just thinking earlier today that I had no idea how to make the chemise that goes with this dress. I'm looking forward to your video on it.

[@m0onchild3]

People do love outtakes! So proud of your success! Love the videos and hope you are able to work with Mcalls more!

[@marynapier2007]

I am so very happy for you. What a beautiful and thoughtfully designed dress!!Bravo young lady, BRAVO!!!!!

[@skystrife_gaming7949]

I'd love to see more Renaissance patterns in stores and im so glad you put one out! I've been looking around for some for the ren faire in Las Vegas but havent had much luck! Love love love your videos!

[@jennysimmons7118]

Congratulations on your beautiful patterns with McCalls. Can't wait to get both of them and look forward to future patterns. God bless you!

[@saraadams413]

Gorgeous work! I hope I'll be able to pick this one up when Joann's has another sale. Historical costuming is also what got me interested in sewing. Really loving the flow to this one

[@fancynancypantsshow]

I just bought this pattern last week for the poofy sleeves to add to my cosplay and was looking for video references on historical costumes and stumbled across your video. Its cool seeing the thought process behind the pattern and the person who made it. So cool hope you get to make more.

[@mnels5214]

Love the 16th century Italian dresses! So flattering and fun. Congrats on the new pattern!

[@RitaM92392]

Congratulations!!! You did an absolute beautiful job and how wonderful for McCalls to show your talent to all us sewing. I look forward to what you have in store next;)

[@victoriawhite2726]

So excited to make my own!! I would LOVE to see a video on the chemise it’s absolutely stunning! So excited to buy the pattern❤️❤️

[@joniiadah]

I bought your first pattern and I will buy this one too. It's so pretty! I think it'll be handy to have in anyone's cosplay repertoire. Thanks for sharing and I can't wait to see what's next!

[@cbinkhor]

Loved this video! It is so awesome to see your creativity and skills going into making a pattern for a major company. I haven’t been seeing for a few years and browsing patterns now is totally different than 5 years ago. So many great options for cosplayers and costumers. Love it!

[@mariemason4252]

One of my fav videos from you! Congratulations too are in order. You go girl!

[@offrostandflames589]

Yes we love outtakes! MORE! Also, such a beauuuutiful pattern, it looks so comfy!

[@nurmihusa7780]

People DO love outtakes. Hehehe. Congrats on pattern number two! Very well thought out pattern!

[@CrowShadow]

Congratulation yet again ... how much fun it must have been to go into a store and put your hand on you actual pattern as it is being presented to the public ... I would so like to see the interpretations of your pattern by those who attempt it.

[@SparklyRazor]

That dress is GORGEOUS! It really looks like a lot of fun to wear!

[@maureenkelly738]

Congrats on your work with McCall. This is a beautiful piece and portrays the flavor and the spirit of the era. I’m sure they would have done it your way if they were allowed to innovate. However, Fashion is a harsh mistress. I’m delighted for you and hope you do more patterns.

[@margaretmyres5626]

Glad the last one sold so well this one will too I'm sure. Love your videos! can't wait to see what the next pattern will be.

[@melanievarela4048]

I'm so happy for you! I love this dress. I think the underskirt being separate is a great idea. Made in a neutral color, it can be paired with LOTS of over skirts! The shoes looked very nice. What's a few hundred years? Right? lol. Well done again! Thanks and CONGRATULATIONS!

[@minkaf4243]

O splendid! Congratulations! The recognition of your talents is well deserved!

[@Irishgirl41]

Cute!!! Congrats Angela!! I will definitely go out and get this new pattern to go with the other and add to my collection

[@kellywilliams529]

You do such a thorough job! I just ordered both patterns in the biggest sizes I could get. I'd love to see you do plus size versions. I'm a 3X, and I mean a REAL 3X, which I think translates to a size 26 in the skinny world. I'm Scottish, with a bagpipe playing son, and love attending Highland Games. I think tartan (plaid) straight across my fat rear end is something nobody wants to see. I've been looking for a maxi-skirt length dress where the plaid is set diagonally and yours is first pattern that might could do it for me. I love my tartan and have yards and yards of it. On the other hand, if I can't figure out how to upsize the pattern, I'll give up on using my tartan (at least for the skirt part) and choose another fabric to make the 2nd pattern that coordinates with my tartan. Maybe use the tartan for the edging. I'm a leatherworker and a historical costume maker too, but am not anal about making it historically accurate. If it looks good and looks true to the period, I'll go with it. I'm all for modern conveniences! lol! I vend at events like Renfairs and Highland Games and have to be in costume for many of them, even though I really prefer a t-shirt and jeans. So finding a somewhat historically looking costume that doesn't make me look like the broad side of a barn, has been challenging. I love to make costumes for other people, but I don't love to wear them, especially when I'm on my feet all day vending at these events.

[@grottoserpentina9342]

Angela, you are such a creative genius!

[@carriehunt9741]

This is beautiful! You are incredibly talented! I look forward to collecting your patterns as you design them. I haven’t sewn for years, but I do still collect the patterns.

[@giaalvarado2063]

Wonderful video. As always. I'm so happy for you. And the dress looks beautiful.

[@vickinoeske1711]

Just beautiful & so romantic. Lovely design and fabric choices.

[@Ruffgi]

Woow, those pictures at the end are wonderful. I really love it.

[@joniiadah]

I am going to be buying this pattern this weekend and I wondered - will you be doing sewing tutorials for these the way Mimi G does for her sewing patterns? That would be so great! Also, I'm not sure what you have next but I am hoping you and McCall's will consider your Halloween Redingote as a costume pattern. That would be boss! :-)

[@cynthiabasil8356]

I really appreciate the button sleeve. I've mad tie sleeves and it was frustrating when they wouldn't stay tied. Love the trim alternative. I did buy this pattern can't wait to try.

[@GioAugust]

I just devoured this video. Great garment, excellent choice of colors it really compliments your skin tone. I'm so happy that it's selling well! You deserve it! Keep on doing this great job!

[@jonny199634]

Omg I can’t believe your the girl that does the McCall historical patterns I’m so overwhelmed I’m definitely picking up your designs and I’m also someone who loves the 1950s 😂😂 I’m so happy for you and I definitely would love to follow you on Instagram if possible and you are just so incredible you are a big inspiration to me and many others and I for one am extremely thankful 😘😘

[@cherriesnhoney]

haha, outtakes are great!...love this design and thanks for giving it an explanation and intro. with your description im confident that i can possibly give this a go with little disaster...thx so much for getting your designs out:)

[@ashleycaulfield1823]

I can't wait to get both patterns! Your work is stunning! Thank you for sharing it!

[@PaleLady]

This is the next pattern I'll be buying!!! I'm so glad you made this and can't wait to make a dress for my next historical event.

[@jowen1503]

New to the channel, so far nothing but great videos. Very interested in seeing whats to come. Really enjoyed the late 1800's riding dress.

[@Haffina]

I was so excited to see your patterns on McCall's. So super happy for you.

[@janitabillingham5020]

Both of your patterns just arrived in the mail, I'm so incredibly excited to begin sewing

[@pernillemakholm645]

Congratulations, Angela! This is amazing. Also thrilled to hear about the fantastic sales of the first one. YAY! I still haven't gotten my copy yet. I will though. I think it will make my process of making museum clothing af lot easier. Allthough I will have to cut down on the prettyness a bit compared to your sample dress - allthough i loooove that one!

[@thatsmalltowngirl4]

Just purchased mine! Been waiting for this pattern to hit the stores!

[@rmdewberry2482]

Congrats on your partnership with McCall's. You are super thoughtful in your process. :)

[@ambrosiata]

This pattern should be in my mail any day now :)

[@ezrat69]

Could you do a video covering different shapes of puff sleeves and how to altar the pattern shape to create them? Your videos are so helpful and I can't seem to find much of that type of information around.

[@nicevers]

All hail the sewing Renaissance!! Good job McCall's for picking this gem of a girl up!!

[@lisa8a8e]

this was great. I may go buy this pattern, i've been wanting something like this to make but never had confidence in what I was buying, but with your explanations of everything I believe it will be an enjoyable experience.

[@alibabafurball]

Your second pattern, Way to go!!! I hope there are more to come. You are very well spoken and entertaining, it is wonderful to see the item and the method you have used and material. Mind if i send some people to your channel from the sewing sites?

[@apothecraftary9620]

I really love how creative your designing is for this and that you took the time to explain ways to make it more accurate or personalize it based on everyone's preferences. Could the underskirt work as a regency petticoat if it was altered to sit more at the empire waist than the natural waist? It looks similar to petticoats I've seen from that era, and I love when a pattern can be multipurpose! I can't wait to see if my Joann's has this one in stock!

[@4x4ColoradoGirl]

Yeah this one goes to size 22!!!! Happy Dance!! I wish the other pattern you released did. Great job girl!

[@GraceWillow]

Congrats on your partnership with McCalls! The dress is beautiful and I love all the thought you put into everything

[@katherineferrett6524]

I just bought this today to make for a good friend of mine. I can wait to see how it comes together.

[@grootgroove9529]

Woohoo! Awesome congratulations Angela!!!!

[@Eva-dy9qy]

Gorgeous work! I'm so glad your patterns get their much-deserved attention.

[@MarziePop]

I think this is one of the most beautiful gowns you've designed

[@kitkoppelia5377]

He is correct. We do love outtakes. That little pout and jump made me think of Ever After. "...there was a bee...."

[@soileilkkala8831]

Fantastic dress ! Congratulations !

[@wolfsangeleyes]

Congratulations on another best seller. Love that the pattern is versatile.

[@illiopea]

I love it! Thanks so much for the pattern and offering so much insight into your process. Is there any chance you might do a tutorial on how alter the pattern for lace-on sleeves, using the flat version without the poof?

[@tammyc2699]

Congratulations! You are a great person to work with McCalls.