Sewing A Vintage 1950s Dress Pattern For Martin Luther King Day

[@EmpressNatiLocs]

🤩 🤩 🤩 Oh my goodness. What glorious skills you have! That dress is GORGEOUS!🤩🤩🤩🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿 But let’s talk about the aesthetically pleasing masterpiece I just watched 😮 Giiiiirl, I don’t even like ASMR videos but THIS video gave me my ENTIRE life! 😵🥰🥰🥰 From your beautiful feathered cuffs, to the pleasant bird chirps, to the satisfying hissing of the iron, you NAILED it! What a glorious addition you are to the vintage sewing community here on KZbin. I have to subscribe. Thanks for sharing this video, it was glorious to watch on every level ❤❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Your kindness & encouragement truly means the world! I’m so grateful to be a welcomed so warmly by the community - thank you so much!! 🥹❤️

[@niceclaup1]

What an incredibly beautiful idea to celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day and honor the dignity and elegance of the protestors by creating this gorgeous dress with love and peace! You have me in tears ❤

[@thames308]

This is nothing short out of absolute majesty. I now know how my great grandmothers saved the old white sheets, dyed them various colors and transformed them into beautiful Sunday and HOLIDAY dresses.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥹❤️ Making dresses from sheets is such a clever idea. Sheets have so much fabric 🥰

[@margaretsullivan2206]

Watching this may help me get my sewing mojo back

[@SongDog9]

I love the peaceful birds in the background instead of irritating music. Good job

[@CindyLeaux]

i’m so glad you enjoy. thank you 🥰

[@olivialynnbenavides]

I love watching you work instead of the other channels that have nothing but talking 🤣😂😅😅 you are the best too

[@CindyLeaux]

aw lol 🫶❤️ thank you so much! 🥰🙏

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

Tips to keep your iron from leaking are. Never store with water in it. Once water is in it don't lay it horizontal until it's hot and ready for steam. Don't press the steam button until it's hot enough this means when it's re heating too because it will just cause it to leak. If your iron has been dropped a lot then replace it. I've heard good things about Chi and I have a singer and I have no complaints and it now is available in Pink!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you for taking the time to share these wonderful tips. I will keep them in mind until I can find a replacement. And I love pink ~ will check out CHI 💗

[@carrywhite4639]

This is the kind of a gem that you find not knowing it was exactly what you needed❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Aww I’m so glad you enjoyed 🥰

[@ccoeurjoli]

Oh comme j’aimerais vous voir porter cette robe si lumineuse 🤩 Votre méticulosité à refaire ce modèle vintage est appréciable 👍🏻 Merci aussi pour le soin apporté à la réalisation de cette vidéo 💕 À bientôt ! 🌸🌸🌸

[@bowtiebetty820]

ASMR AND a vintage sewing tutorial combined?! YES PLEASE! Really looking forward to your future videos when you create your dream wardrobe. Your happy dance hands make me smile every time, thank you 😁

[@CindyLeaux]

awww thank you so much!! i’m so happy you enjoy - more soon 🥰😍

[@taylors5145]

Gorgeous dress! And love seeing proper shaping under it. What a beautifully shot and edited video as well. The entire video felt luxe and glamorous. Such a relaxing and original idea to bring to the vintage sewing KZbin community! I CANNOT wait to see what you do next! 😍 Also, I am LIVING for your fur trimmed sewing ensemble.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! What a lovely, warm welcome! Your kind words make me so happy to be here 🥹❤️

[@GrandmaK-px3kk]

I admire how lovingly you treat each pattern piece. I am constantly impressed by your sewing skills. You are a true sewing prodigy!

[@CindyLeaux]

Wow what a kind thing to say. I’m so grateful & happy that you’re enjoying. Thank you so much! 🥹❤️

[@blurofserenityblue]

This video is a work of art just like the dress. Very impressive 👏. Wonderful to watch.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 😀

[@louislamonte334]

Everybody dressed so beautifully and classy in the early 1960's. Beautiful and stunning dress! Masterfully made!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🙏🥰❤️

[@char1949]

Your sewing techniques such as basting really show in the finished product! Beautiful dress.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!

[@mimir.569]

J'adore ! Maintenant, il faut porter ce bijou !

[@CindyLeaux]

thank you!

[@naomicarter1649]

Perfect. It was the best era for women's fashion.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you ☺️ ❤️

[@Noname-ok4tf]

I just adore the bows and ruffles! It’s a unique twist on a classic 1950s design and you executed it perfectly. I’ve been looking for some inspiration to sew more things that are just lovely and you’re it. Can’t wait to see what you make in the future!

[@CindyLeaux]

Wow thank you so much & welcome! I’m happy you’re here 🥰❤️

[@prudentlyathome]

Beautiful!!! This is only the third garment you have sewn?! I bow to your skills👏👏👏👏👏Well done💞

[@susankrause8414]

Absolutely stunning! ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🙏❤️

[@annus.dianthus]

I love the peace in this video, very calming, no loud and annoying music, I subscribed immediately, hope for more content like this ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! I’m happy you’re here 🥰❤️

[@twylaostercamp2467]

That dress is amazing!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 🥰❤️

[@sheryllstarr7115]

Wow!....this Dress is too pretty. When you take your time sewing a beautiful Dress like this, then you can't help but to get great results like this.❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥰 I do enjoy the slow process of creating❤️

[@indoora]

I can tell I will love your channel.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you and welcome 🙏 💗

[@gerardacronin334]

This is wonderful ASMR, and a gorgeous dress!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! ☺️❤️

[@itz_v.m.s]

Ahh! I'm so excited, i cant wait to see this gorgeous dress being made. So happy to see you starting to thrive 🌸🎊🎉

[@CindyLeaux]

Yay!! Thank you so much!!🌻💛✨

[@jayatkinson1152]

Stunningly beautiful! I WANT THIS DRESS :) hahahah xxx

[@CindyLeaux]

haha thank you so much!!! 🫶❤️❤️❤️🥹

[@MalissaWilson]

Really enjoyed this video. I chuckled at the sigh of having to do all that hemming. I feel you. Suffering for the swish. 😅

[@CindyLeaux]

lol yes! so worth it in the end. thank you for watching 🥰❤️

[@asheraucoin]

Love the Pink Fuffynesses! This interesting must continue....and to think I sew in Pajamas!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! 💗 It’s a vintage dressing gown (robe) so technically you & i both sew our pjs haha

[@asheraucoin]

Mine are pink rainbows with technicolor candy! Who needs coffee in the morning wearing that! @@CindyLeaux

[@softlyspoken-n8h]

Very detailed video, the dress is stunning, the colour, and the little details make it really stand out, enjoy every minute wearing it. Thank you for the video

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 🥰❤️💕

[@Dany94086]

I just think your work is so wonderful. It's a beautiful dress, I love 50s & 60s fashion💕💕😍😍👌👌👍

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much. Those are my favorite eras too ❤️💕🥰

[@theehappyhousewife3346]

Wow this is absolutely gorgeous

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!❤️

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

So pretty ❤I'm glad you showed the hole process. I'm about to sew too. I love these types of dresses. The bows are so sweet

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥰 Sewing is such a joy ~ I hope you have a blast! 🥰❤️

[@stevezytveld6585]

Yellow was the perfect colour for the dress. You would have looked amazing standing in the shadow of the podium. Well done. All the best for the day. Ms. Cindy, you are such a strong visual storyteller. Thank you for all of the work you've put into filming and editing (and the sound editing!). And you're style is impeccable - also in love with your pattern weights... I get the feeling you're about to be requested by a whole bunch of people, myself included, to do a tutorial for your house gown. New subscriber, looking forward to it all. Cheers. - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!! I actually have a lovely vintage Vogue pattern to sew a feather trimmed robe. As I’ve just begun sewing, I don’t have a stash of supplies to make it but once I’m able to go shopping for the fabric & notions, I’ll be happy to film a video! 💗💕

[@sewmatology]

the bows are everything

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 💗💕

[@simplieshine]

I loved this AND your confidence not to make a muslin. Great job!!!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!!

[@barbaramatthews4735]

It came out beautiful. You took a lot of time and paid attention to every detail. I enjoyed watching. I'm inspired to sew something.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed and hope you get to spend some relaxing time sewing as well 💕

[@cablenelsonbabygrandpiano842]

Very nice and beautiful ❤️ 😍 🤩 👌 Thank you ❤️

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

Gorgeous dress, love love love that buttery yellow! 😍 Irons… I had a Rowenta when I was younger, then an Oliso, now a cordless Panasonic. I love my Panasonic iron so much. It’s my best friend.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!! Most are recommending Oliso and gravity feed irons. You’re the first to mention Panasonic so I will check them out as well! ❤️💕

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

@@CindyLeaux I like that it's cordless, and on high steam, you can hold it vertically and get some pretty strong bursts. You're not tethered by the cord, so you can take it from your ironing table to your dress form if you need.

[@johannaholmgren8088]

Wow. I'm not really a fan of ASMR videos but THIS was fantastic. I love sewing and could absolutely watch your sewing videos all day. Re: irons. I've spent so much money on irons myself, Black and Decker makes a good one,but my kids or husband were constantly knocking the irons on the floor so they'd end up leaking. The iron I'm using now is a TFal and although it's also been knocked to the floor, so far it's held up and doesn't leak at all. So I can recommend that one.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥰 I’m glad you enjoy the videos & will look into TFal! 💗💕

[@beth12svist]

Is it Tefal? Father had a Tefal for ages, I think it's the iron I more or less learned sewing on...

[@PinkChaDesigns]

Very beautiful dress and relaxing video !

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!☺️💗💕

[@thecolorfulchristian]

What a beautiful video! And what a beautiful dress! Thank you for sharing, I can’t wait to see more of your content :)

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥹 I so appreciate you joining me on this channel 🥰❤️

[@myvintagesinger]

I am so excited to continue following you 😊

[@CindyLeaux]

Aww thank you so much! 🥹 I’m so happy you’re here 🙏💕

[@serasee]

So many of my favorite things combined in a wonderful production value video, thank you! Please consider showing the back of the dress too and if you're comfortable, modeling/styling it. Good luck with the channel, looking forward to more beautiful videos and picking up more sewing tips. Happy Dr MLK Jr Day! 👗💛

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!! I’m still deciding on whether I’m comfortable modeling for KZbin yet but I will keep the back views in mind for the next time. Great idea & Happy MLK Day to you as well! 💗💕

[@arijc6548]

I've read that Rowenta has lot of good irons with steam, they seem to be on high quality. Also I recommend that you hay to press the fabric lightly while you press the steam button, and also make little round movements with the iron to keep the fabric smooth (Idk if I wrote it right sicen English is not my first language but i finished my first year to become a fashion designer) An absolute lovely dress and tutorial!!! Amazing

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! How do you like fashion school? I hope you’re having a wonderful time!

[@leisongivangomo4478]

Beautiful!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you!

[@elizabethdesjardins3810]

Love it… also have to say, love the fur around your wrists, I bet it’s something fabulous!!!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!

[@pw529]

WOW WHAT A GREAT DRESS, LOVE, LOVE, LOVE IT, JUST FOUND THIS AND SUBSCRIBED,

[@CindyLeaux]

Yay! Thank you so much! 🥹❤️💕

[@joannemcmillan9201]

That dress is amazing!.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🥹💛🙏

[@KLeonardM]

Gorgeous!!!!

[@CindyLeaux]

thank you!!

[@andrezasiqueira120]

Ficou lindo, parabéns! Adorei os pássaros cantando no fundo ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 🧵🪡🕊️💕

[@deborahvogelgesang9160]

Your dress is beautiful.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥹❤️

[@Catsface99]

Y,our dress is so beautiful! You sew with precision. I enjoyed watching you sew, it reminded me of how my mother used to sew many years ago. Thank you BUT, I would of loved to see you model your gorgeous dress at the reveal.

[@CindyLeaux]

What a lovely compliment- thank you so much! I’m still deciding on whether I’m comfortable modeling for KZbin just yet lol

[@Catsface99]

​@@CindyLeaux 🩷

[@wadenyoost1796]

Your video was one of the ones suggested to me by the KZbin algorithm. How delightful. Thus you have a brand new subscriber who is excited to binge feed on all of your other offerings.Your work is so classy and sophisticate , really even more so than many other sewists here. What a joyful prospect for me to discover your other work I just can't wait. . Bless you and your continued endeavors.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! I’m so glad that KZbin here 🥰❤️

[@rjbrewer09]

love your video! Thank you for sharing

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥰❤️💕

[@AmandaCrocker-s8t]

Chi irons are amazing

[@bwiseok]

Amazing

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you!

[@MichelleSMV]

Gorgeous dress!

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! 💛🥰

[@betsytabor9880]

Amazing skills. But I got a little confused when you wet down the fusible interfacing.Before before using it, can you explain why you did that? Such a beautiful and amazing dress.🎉🎉❤❤

[@たるり-y9t]

まさに50s この服を着て 『アメリカングラフィティ』のように アメリカンなオープンカーで 夜の街を走り回りたい❤

[@nervygirly]

Sewing asmr? Thank u lmao as a fellow sewer/designer I’m obsessed and it turned out so gorgeous💛

[@CindyLeaux]

Lol thank you so much! I’m happy you’re enjoying 🥰❤️

[@honey_bee360]

Beautiful 😊

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! 🥰❤️💕

[@wildflowerwind6941]

Really cute. Looks like you are using a quilting cotton fabric. Have you tried using a specialty cotton fabric. It is a smoother cotton, less raw.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! Yes, I’ll be getting into cutting “the good fabric” soon 😍

[@2FullMoons]

The dress is absolutely superb, I cannot believe this is just your second sewing project, you must generally be a very detail orientated person to be able to pick up a new skill so quick and have such well polished results fast. I am so glad I came across your channel, I’ve been wishing to find more vintage sewing channels that fit more with my prefered aesthetic. I saw a clothing rack full of glamorous things in one of your previous videos which makes me wonder if we’ll get to see some evening wear later on as well.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! 🥹 I’m so glad you’re here and yes, evening wear is on my list to sew & share soon 💗💕

[@rebeccasmithzumbo5439]

So so pretty 🤍🎀🤍

[@CindyLeaux]

Tysm 🥰💕

[@kristinabathory8870]

OMG! I need this on my body right now! Just subscribed.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! I’m so happy you’re here!! 🥰❤️

[@sliceofRi]

Absolutely beautiful!! ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!!🥹💗

[@thayslenamartinez3215]

Vestido fofo, amei a cor 😊 7:59

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you 🥰❤️🙏

[@KlingonPrincess]

It's sooo pretty! 🌻🍄

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you!❤️💕

[@d011p4rtz]

this is so soothing and the dress came out GREAT! just subscribed, can't wait for more content

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! I’m glad you’re here 🥰❤️

[@ElieAnnora]

what a beautiful dress 🥰

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 🥹🌻💛

[@dwfaught]

Beautifully done. I wonder what it would like with the bows at the waist where the dart lines meet the seam. Not sure about them being up under the bust.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! I’ve actually seen bows placed at the seam on a few vintage patterns too. May have to try that in the future 🥰

[@ladypinkbagsetc.9116]

This is so beautiful... New subscriber!

[@CindyLeaux]

Welcome & thank you for being here! ❤️

[@clarissarenee2851]

A few days ago I bought my first sewing machine. You make it look effortless but I know I have a long way to go before I can achieve something so gorgeous! Filming skills are impeccable ♥️ please continue to share your skills ✂️💕 🧵 🪡

[@CindyLeaux]

Yay congrats on getting your first sewing machine! 🥳🎉🎈🎊 You’re going to do amazing & I wish you all the happiness in the world! ❤️

[@GBless-w9y]

WOW! Impressive. 🐱

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! 🙏❤️

[@aysen9692]

Incredible, this is the most beatiful dress ive ever seen..Can I know the size of the fabric?💖💖💖💖

[@CindyLeaux]

aww thank you! it’s a 44in width 100% cotton 🌻💛

[@isabelalma6189]

Maravilhoso ❤❤❤cor linda!

[@CindyLeaux]

thank you so much! 💛🌻

[@atinypotato7668]

This is the first video of your's I've seen and I love everything about your style of content creation! The dress turned out so nice and the bows were a very nice touch :) Also, if you're still looking for an iron, Chi brand irons are pretty good. They have a really nice one that costs around $80.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much!! 🥰❤️🙏

[@patcerulean3093]

New subscriber here! Very Beautiful dress ❤ does it have petticoat to achieve that volume in the skirt?

[@CindyLeaux]

Yes, it does! Thank you so much for being here! 🥰❤️

[@dmar1415]

What material is the cloth you soaked before ironing?

[@CindyLeaux]

It’s a silk organza pressing cloth 💕

[@adinabambina5943]

Rodents steaming station. The best

[@CindyLeaux]

I believe it autocorrected you lol Do you meant “Rowenta” or another brand?

[@adinabambina5943]

OMG...too funny 😂😂😂

[@adinabambina5943]

It's Rowenta!

[@CathrineRosenqvist]

This is so beautiful! Do you have some kind of hoop skirt underneath? 🧡

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! Yes, it’s a 3 tiered hoop skirt from Amazon ❤️

[@neiturelover]

Such a gorgeous dress ❤️❤️how much fabric did you use in the skirt? Is this a full circle skirt?

[@CindyLeaux]

thank you! it’s a full gathered skirt. not sure how much fabric i used for the skirt back in jan but on the back of the envelope it shows the yardage.

[@rubyokosi6946]

Perfect❤

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much 🥹❤️

[@ha3537]

Hello, I enjoy your videos! I was wondering what sewing machine you use? ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

thank you! 🥰❤️ currently i use a heavy duty singer machine

[@pearlinejones9693]

Yes , I iron my pattern pieces also . ❤

[@CindyLeaux]

That’s great ☺️💕

[@nothere9295]

I’m so glad this popped up in my recs, love love the video and your fur coat!! Obsessed. Thank you for taking us through every step, I’m a beginner sewer and don’t really know how to use patterns very well but this was sooo helpful especially for the vintage patterns. would love to know what those heart shaped pins are? I’m assuming they’re magnets or something? Also, is there a reason why you wet the cloth and ironed over the interfaced piece?

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! The pins are basic sewing pins but they just have heart-shaped pearls at the ends. I wet the organza bc the directions for the fusible interfacing says to use a damp pressing cloth. I hope you have an amazing time on your sewing journey!! 💕

[@nothere9295]

Wow. Of course they’re just heart shaped pins. I’m sure that was obvious to everyone but me 😭😭😭. I see, the interfacing I get comes in a sheet my local shop just cuts out. That’s interesting to know and I’m wondering if I would get better results if I did the same. Thank you for the info 😊

[@CindyLeaux]

No worries at all lol 🥰❤️

[@lupitat.h.739]

O what a lovely dress!!! O want to make something like that!! I’ve never sown something in life 😅but I would love to try 😃 Where can I get that pattern?

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! It’s “Simplicity 2093” - they sell reproductions of it on Etsy. 💕

[@Eneri-z9v]

You could make a Mardi Gras dress 👗. It would be classy 😊.

[@CindyLeaux]

I would love to! 💜💚

[@ElviaARELLANOREBOLLEDO]

What fabric do I use for this very pretty dress? How to make the payment step by step. You are unique.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! The fabric I used is 100% cotton.

[@dawnelder9046]

Adorable

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you🥰

[@lilolmecj]

I have an Oliso, it holds I think 12 ounces of water and produces a lot of steam. It wasn’t cheap, I think $125, but I have been using it for ten years and it has no problems.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you for sharing! They are almost double the price now. You really got it at a great time. ❤️

[@lilolmecj]

@@CindyLeaux well, in ten years I would expect some inflation. But if I divide it over ten years it was very inexpensive over the time frame. And I do use it a lot. That said, $250 would cause me more of a pause.😸

[@gigivh9178]

I own an oliso Olso, very good iron, quite expensive do. With time I come to the conclusion that, no matter how expensive an iron is , you can get about the same results. I have own in the past two rowentas very expensive too. I destroyed them both (they started leaking) my fault I was using tap water,. that, will destroy any iron no matter how good or expensive it is. You have to use bottled water that's the secret. My oliso still good because I never put anything else in her other than bottled water.😊 Hope this helps.

[@tessaseguin6198]

Loved this!! What type of fabric did you use??

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you so much! It’s 100% cotton 🥰❤️

[@tessaseguin6198]

awe youre welcome and thank you so much!!! its amazing and youre amazing!! @@CindyLeaux

[@CindyLeaux]

You’re so kind thank you!! 🥹🥲❤️

[@lazygardens]

What fabric? That is so crisp and perky - exactly what a 1950s dress should be.

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you! It’s 100% cotton fabric 💛

[@katarinanzka]

Where do you buy your vintage patterns?

[@CindyLeaux]

So many great places that you can find them estate sales, antique malls, online try eBay, etc

[@vicb7031]

What is that pink paper that you used to transfer the darts onto the interfacing?

[@CindyLeaux]

It’s called Dritz Wax-Free Tracing Paper

[@quazylade90]

Adorable

[@CindyLeaux]

Thank you 💕

[@SmittenKitten.]

You have a 24.5" waist? :O It would be super cute to embroider something on the collar - your name or initials, maybe? In a dainty chain stitch? I always associate the chain stitch with the 50s-60s. Or flowers or hearts or starbursts or something might be pretty... It's also super cute as is - the simplicity. With a pair of white gloves and black sunglasses, you would have looked like a beam of sunshine at Dr. King's historic march!

[@CindyLeaux]

awww thank you so much! love all your styling ideas! i wore it with white gloves & heels and would love to get into embroidery someday. will have to incorporate it in the future 🥰

[@leisongivangomo4478]

Iron: look into a gravity fed iron. While I don’t have one myself, other KZbinrs seem to swear by them

[@CindyLeaux]

I will look into that one tysm!

[@sevenandthelittlestmew]

I never had one. The only place I ever used them was at a bridal design company I worked at for a hot minute when I was either fitting for some rich girl whose family knew our owners, or if I was getting dresses ready to ship to trunk shows (I hated that job).

[@Puppy52]

Oh wow😮

[@CindyLeaux]

❤️☺️