April 2019 Sewing Makes

[@nauci]

I already own like 7 striped dresses but that one is TO DIE FOR OH MY GOSH I NEED IT

[@gerrieduran1077]

OMG, Susanne! No wonder you went in every Friday in April! What a lot of effort. The results were each so different , using the same vision. I’m so impressed. I aspire to be so focused! Thank you sooo much! I thoroughly enjoyed this video!

[@gerrieduran1077]

Correction: weren’t on every Friday in April!!!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Gerrie💕💕💕 Those Chanel style jackets knocked me off schedule this month for sure 😉 I'm so glad you enjoyed the video, I really loved this months projects and bonus learned so much In the process👌👌👌 I hope you're having a fabulous, fabulous weekend💕💕💕

[@Joannewithane]

It was wonderful seeing all your twist dresses! And the Jackets are beautiful! Well done!!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Joanne💕👍💕

[@gemmasremchevich6719]

Those jackets are to die for Susan. I love your dresses too. You are very talented. X

[@SewCustom]

thanks so kind of you to say Gemma, thank you 💕💕💕

[@ljtilmon]

Hello, Sew Custom! First, I want to thank you so much for sharing your time and wisdom with us. I have been sewing since I was 12 (now 70) and I have never stopped enjoying it. In fact, I'm addicted to it😀. I want to know where you buy your fabric. I wish I could have sewn the short jacket with that exact pink woven fabric that you have. Instead, I had to make it in a pink/peach/yellow/white upholstery print from an upholstery fabric store (Michael Levine in Los Angeles, California). Now, why are you missing May and June 2019? It's July 1, 2019 tomorrow. I really enjoy sewing along with you more than any of the other seamstresses on KZbin. God bless you.

[@pollydolly9723]

I’d amaze myself if I made that many garments in a year! Everything is so beautifully finished ❤️

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Polly💕👍💕 if only I could get it right first time eh😉 I do love the process though👍👍👍

[@pollydolly9723]

Sew Custom success first time? Where’s the fun in that? 😉

[@Angela10226]

The thing that amazes me is how well you know your body and what will suit it. That striped dress OMG amazing and the stripe matching on the bodice into the 'V' stunning. This is the first time I've seen the twist other than in the waist, again just awesome!!

[@SewCustom]

Oh Angela, I've made and worn (and continue to do so😉) items that aren't quite me and I always feel uncomfortable 🙁Thanks so much Angela, thats so very lovely of you to say 💕💕💕 I hope you're having wonderful weekend💕💕💕

[@laurajones4088]

Susanne, you've certainly triumphed with your Chanel style jacket project-they are all stunning! And, you've mastered the twist style dress as well-love all of them! Your channel is "one stop shopping" for creativity and inspiration-thanks for sharing.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Laura 💕👍💕 you're so very lovely to say that💕💕💕, I really loved both of these projects, the learning curve was steep to say the least 😲😕😧 thanks again Laura, I hope you're having a wonderful weekend 💕💕💕

[@jorjaprice2190]

You are something, love all the versions. Always enjoy to see your feed pop up. I know I am about to learn something which is great. Always such an inspiration to go give it a go. Thank you Suzanne!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Jorja 💕👍💕 it makes my day to know that the content is useful 👍 thanks again and have a wonderful weekend💕💕💕

[@juliadroy1179]

I absolutely love all of the twist dresses. You always amaze me with your pattern drafting techniques, you are so inspiring.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Julie Droy, love that twist dress style💕👍💕 you’re very kind to say that💕 have a fab weekend 💕

[@cecilehoare3053]

I really hope you do a tutorial on dress 5 & 6 love that style so much. I really like the blue deep v neck as well and can't wait to see the revamp of that one too! I have heavy arms so dolman sleeves are something I tend to gravitate to. I just got my pattern making book that you recommended by Gillian...but I also just found out we are moving so a quick read through the book and into a box until we get moved! I know I repeat myself a lot but I really love the detail you go into when doing your tutorials as well as when you do your follow up likes and dislikes and what you would change. It really shows your professionalism that you can admit something just isn't right and you won't let it go until it is! Keep sewing and I'll keep following! Have a fant-abulous day!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Cecile 💕👍💕 I think one of these may well make the channel at some stage 🤔🤔🤔 my trouble is there are so many styles I want to learn 😉 I'm exactly the same with sleeve preference, I've always gravitated to any sort of grown on style 👌👌👌I really hope you enjoy the book once you've settled into to your new home, I've learned so much from it👌 You're so very kind to say that Cecile, thank you and good luck with the move💕🍀💕

[@ritajackson888]

Do to work issues....too much from fall to spring...and I miss spending time sewing, and my favorite vlogs!! So I doing catch-up!! Just wanted to say I love love love your jackets!! You had stated that the pink one felt a bit "boxy", and I didn't think so...until the blue one!! You totally see what you are saying!! and as for the twist dress...I love the blue and white with the chevron stripe...that would look great on a lot of dress bodices and t-shirts...sooooo flattering!! and I love the one you are wearing...it is so "movie star from the golden era"...Katherine Hepburn?!! Doris Day?!! Gorgeous!! and also the black one gives a similar vibe!! Well done!! and I will be going back ...to catch up on all I have missed!! Thank you for sharing...as always!!

[@SewCustom]

Thank so much, definitely the fit on that blue one is my favourite 👍👍👍 and agree on the chevron twist dress, such a fab style and as you say this could be applied to loads of garments👍👍👍 just finished a tweaked version of the black number and I love love love how it turned out💕💕💕I hope you enjoy the catch up and have a fab weekend 💕

[@TheSliverleaf]

Amazing what you have been able to create! I love seeing your creativity and skills. Please keep making these videos and enjoy your sewing.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much 💕👍💕always enjoyable, this sewing thing 💕💕💕

[@juliecruickshank5633]

You are such an inspiration! The black twist dress is just fabulous 👏🏻👍🏻

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Julie 💕👍💕 Currently working on a second version of that pattern👍

[@tinad8561]

All the twist dresses are good, but the chevron and the black are spectacular ❤️

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Tina💕👍💕 love those ones too💕

[@marymary5494]

Hi Suzanne, I’ve been out of the sewing loop for a few months (life stuff) but I just had to catch-up with the most inspiring sewing vlog on KZbin. What can I say your dresses are stunning and I particularly like your navy Chanel jacket, the colour so suits you. 👌

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Mary 💕👍💕 I've loved working on both of these projects and learned so much in the process 👌👌👌 I hope all is well and have a fab weekend💕

[@hazelkinvig-paul8231]

WOW, WOW, WOW Susanne!! 😍😍😍 Considering the amazing details and all the tailoring you do, you get SO much made in one month! You are truly remarkable! Although you are waaaay out of my league, I still learn a lot from watching your videos and love watching them all (I get so excited when I see a new video from you in my inbox!) ITY stands for Interlock Twist Yarn, (I only know that because I saw some on offer and had to Google it) It is fabulously soft, stretchy and drapey, but I love it! Have a wonderful weekend! As always, TFS 👍❤

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Hazel💕👍💕 I think I may have to get some more of that ITY and have a bit of a play around with it👍👍👍 it makes my day to hear that the content is useful👍 thank you💕 have a fabulous weekend hazel💕💕💕

[@debtaylor5156]

Love your style, and how you are so willing to share your pattern making skills without a price tag..Love your style of being elegant without revealing tooooo much.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Deb 💕👍💕

[@sarahodonnell6957]

ITY interlock twist yarn. Love Love Love your creations Thank You for sharing I always look forward to seeing what you have created. Very inspirational x

[@SewCustom]

Thanks for the info 👌👌👌 and I’m so pleased to hear you enjoy the content Sarah 💕👍💕

[@PreciousMe]

Hi Suzanne. Was off for a mini vacation, but had to watch your video as soon as I got home. Such a bevy of beauties! So much work involved in those "to die for" jackets. And the wrap dresses suit you so well. I admire how you stick to a certain design for several pieces until you feel comfortable with your technique. I'm always running to the next project. LOL Can't wait for your next video. Big Hugs.

[@SewCustom]

Hi Eva, thanks so much, you're so very lovely to say that 💕💕💕 that jacket project, at times, felt like it was never going to end 😩 but I'm so pleased I got to the point I did, more to do when I pick this one up again👌This month I hope to follow your description and not stay on one project for too long 😉 I hope you had a fabulous, fabulous mini break👌👌👌 and the channels going well👍 Have a wonderful, wonderful week Eva💕💕💕

[@MegaTinni]

Wow that rose Linton! And your jacket: perfect!

[@SewCustom]

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[@elaine58100]

Love all your makes, especially the pink Chanel style jacket the pearls go beautifully. Your makes are all so elegant, classic and stylish. You really are wonderful at sewing and love how you don't give in but always strive for perfection of how you want a garment to look. You are so gifted and talented. You will be walking on the red carpet next modelling all your makes. Have a great weekend :)

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Elaine 💕👍💕 it took me so long to make a decision on how to trim that little pink number 😧 but I do love how it turned out💕 you're so very kind to leave such lovely, lovely comments 💕💕💕 Thanks again Elaine and have a fabulous, fabulous weekend💕💕💕

[@MsThingstodo]

I just made the your blue dress in a Burda Style pattern. I been obsessing over this dress for about 3 years now and finally got the nerve to make it. It came out great. I need a tutorial on the black and white dress, pronto, lol.. Every Friday, I look for your videos in excitement.. You are a true artist..

[@SewCustom]

How fabulous, I love the look of that pattern 👌👌👌 (I looked it up when you mentioned before) Its such a fab feeling when you've wanted to make something for such along time and when you take the plunge it comes out the way you wanted it 👌👌👌 I wish I'd have put the camera on for that chevron one😞 Thanks so much msthingstodo, I hope you're have a wonderful weekend💕💕💕

[@shaidabegum.]

Hi Suzanne, i love how you persevere until you get it perfect. You are a beautiful person. I would like to thank you for your vlogs and tutorials.

[@SewCustom]

What a really lovely comment to read Shahida💕💕💕 This has made my evening, thank you💕💕💕

[@katherinelaw3592]

Gorgeous makes as ever. You use so many different types of fabric for your garments I wish you would do a vlog explaining the feel, texture and how you choose a certain type of fabric for a project. I find trying to buy fabric online a nightmare when you can’t see it or feel it, it’s all so confusing. 😊🤞

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Katherine💕👍💕 I have the same experience as you do when buying fabrics online, sometimes it feels a bit like a lottery choosing what you think is the right one for the job and when you receive it its the opposite of what you were expecting and doesn't suit the purpose at all😩😩😩 this is one of the reasons I have so many fabrics in my stash😩 I've published this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/rp20o6SwlM91odk 👍 hopefully its helpful🍀🤞🍀

[@debbarber1890]

Love your designs, you are very clever and an excellent pattern maker and seamstress

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Deb💕👍💕 thats so very kind of you to say💕💕💕

[@seestellysew8472]

I enjoy this video as usual. I love the details you give. It’s inspiring.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much 💕👍💕Its so lovely to hear that the detail is appreciated, thanks again Estelle💕💕💕

[@peachesc8700]

Love all of your makes 👍

[@SewCustom]

Thanks

[@bellepoupee61]

Oh my goodness! Absolutely wonderful makes as usual! Loooooove those dresses! Have a wonderful day! Christine

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Christine and you too💕👍💕

[@mirjamschouten4974]

Beautiful makes! They look stunning on you

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Mirjam 💕👍💕

[@janetchesters3769]

Your so talented all beautiful makes 👍

[@SewCustom]

Thats so very kind of you to say Janet💕👍💕 thank you💕

[@vintagegirl68]

Beautiful! I have a question, how do you personally hem your knit fabrics? There's not a wrinkle to be seen in your clothes, just lovely!

[@sampleworks9432]

Ahhhhh-some makes ❤️

[@SewCustom]

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[@jljkhoo]

Love the red dress you are wearing with the neck twist. How do you get the twist? I tried drafting the bodice but couldn’t figure out how to make the neck twist. Can you please elaborate a bit more? Thank you!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Judy, I filmed the basic twist patterning which you can see here kzbin.info/www/bejne/l5rGpWyiqbxriJo , hopefully that coupled with the commentary in this video will be helpful.👍

[@jljkhoo]

Sew Custom I watched the video but still could not figure out to do that for a ‘neck twist’. So modified that into a tie knot. 🥴

[@eebrunetti]

I love the dress that your wearing! Can you post the pattern you used to make it?

[@jolynnwhite7946]

Hi , love all your make very well done of course couture livel🤓👌🏾😇

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Jolynn 💕👍💕

[@leannsews]

Fantastic as always! Just curious if you do any draping when playing around or if you jump right in to drafting?

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Leann💕👍💕 I jump straight into drafting 😧 I have attempted draping, very unsuccessfully, a good while ago. Draping definitely interests me and i would love to have another go as I feel I understand flat patterning a little bit better now which will hopefully make for a more successful outcome. Goodness knows when i'll get round to it though🤔🤔🤔

[@k.s.1737]

Yes, You are amazing. How many hours per week do you devote to sewing? Obviously not wasting any time falling down the internet rabbit hole!!!

[@SewCustom]

I’m not sure of hours but there are very few evenings that I don’t do something sewing related👍

[@coreyfisher3167]

What more is there to say, but just beautiful as always!

[@SewCustom]

Thanks so much Corey💕👍💕

[@lynnfrench4969]

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[@KadRyan64]

You are amazing!

[@SewCustom]

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[@marymendoza3351]

Nice work!

[@SewCustom]

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[@dianadivadiamond]

I love the navy but for the hand sewn stitch. If you know Blanket Stitch that's what I use for that purpose my dear.

[@SewCustom]

Thanks Diana, I used a good few hand stitches in making my jackets, I would love to know which process would you say the blanket stitch is the best suited to? Maybe ill try it out in a future make🤔

[@nauci]

Have you tried Swedish tracing paper?

[@juliehale9491]

I bet your boss thinks he’s paying you too much in wages 😂 do you wear everything you make because you must have a spare bedroom full of wardrobes, lucky girl. Beautiful makes as usual I get so jealous I think I must be stupid because I just cannot get my head around making body blocks they would make life so much easier.

[@SewCustom]

Oh Julie, if only 😉 I live in a tiny little house with very limited wardrobe space, I just need to keep myself organized (which doesn't always work😩) I do wear all of the items I'm happy with though, just yesterday I wore the black number from this video to a function in the morning and the red floral out last night👌👌👌 I so know what you mean about the blocks, I wanted to make mine for so long and thought I just wasn't capable as I couldn't understand the steps in any of the videos I watched, its so demoralizing. I still don't understand some of the steps. What made it easier for me in the end was finding a really good resource and telling myself I didn't need to understand it as long as I could follow the steps to the letter. I really hope this happens for you too Julie🍀🤞🍀 Thanks so much and have a wonderful weekend💕💕💕

[@gloriabebz9567]

What about the waterfall cardigan pattern susanne.... it’s been long you promised that.

[@maryjflanagan1922]

Hello, I love Channel jackets, but really dislike twist dresses. My belly and hips are huge. I think that the dresses look like someone grabbed and snatched the woman around the waist and the fabric stayed stuck like that. Lol

[@SewCustom]

Me too on Chanel style jackets but I'm the complete opposite to you in that I love this style 😉 your description of how the shape is formed is hilarious though😁😁😁