Sewing A Vintage Wedding (Anniversary) Dress: Following A Vintage 1950s Reproduction Sewing Pattern

[@beeticket]

As per your request at the end, you can add what’s called a “waist tape” into the inside of the dress that will shift some of the weight from the shoulders to the waist. I’m not a historical dress expert by any means, but I think if you just tack some 1” wide cotton twill tape to the waist seam and then sew on a few hook and eye closures, it will really help take some of the strain off the weaker strap seams while you’re wearing it. Hope this gives you an idea and well done on your beautiful new dress!

[@SewSewDrew]

I am definitely going to do this! Thank you 😊

[@selfsufficientsue3307]

Great technique

[@michellecornum5856]

I was about to tell her the same thing. In many of Abby Cox's videos where she looks at antique clothes, there are many examples of a stay tape or a waist tape sewn inside garments. (People were *NOT* smaller in the past (video) time stamp 8:16.) They are sewn into skirts the same way they are sewn into tops, and that is, tacked down at the seams and a couple of hook and eyes. It takes the strain off of the fashion fabric and the stay tape acts as the true waistband, holding the weight of the skirt around your waist.

[@dianes_view]

That dress is STUNNING!

[@SewSewDrew]

thank you! funny thing my anniversary is approaching again. just a few days away ❤️

[@TheHsallaway]

Oh my gosh yes you are so right! It makes a huge difference to approach a project as a learning experience instead of “skipping to the good part” as you put it. It has literally taken me years to slow down and stop cycle skipping and ending annoyed with subpar results 😂.

[@SewSewDrew]

I’m still working through that myself!!! We will get there. I think our culture has a lot to do with it. In previous generations when everything took longer they were used to waiting for results. We get instant ones but I think they got better ones. Better food, better clothes, most things made are just much better when made slow. ♥️ I have sorta been rushing through my current project so I’m glad you left this comment.

[@WithLoveKristina]

Oh my gosh it’s GORGEOUS. I can’t wait to see the rest of this series, I love a good ongoing series!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you Christina ❤️

[@jjivy6310]

With the segments you can share more of the process. Beautiful work!

[@flowersarefun817]

LOVE IT !! That trim is beautiful and I’m sure you’re daughter will want to wear it someday.

[@SewSewDrew]

I sure hope so. That would be a dream come true. ❤️

[@SewRena]

I’m swooning 😍😍😍 it’s absolutely LOVELY❤️ great craftsmanship!!! You go girl

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@NesjeNahr]

I'm so happy you're doing a series. This is stunning the fabric and the trim are perfect. You did an awesome job.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you!! I’m happy you’re here ❤️

[@evelynferrer1322]

Hello. When are you doing part 2?

[@selfsufficientsue3307]

I love this dress! I usually do a mock up of the bodice and down through the widest part of the hip + 4”. It’s hard to take the time to do it though.😊

[@SewSewDrew]

I totally agree!

[@leannwhite620]

Absolutely gorgeous! I will wait patiently for the next segment in your series. I ordered 2 patterns today. One was vintage Vogue FF uncut. The other was a reproduction sleeveless corset. I think that's what it is called. Definitely not a bustier. Already made one of those. Love watching you and seeing what you've made.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for watching and good luck with your new patterns! I always love the feeling I get when patterns arrive. So inspiring ❤️

[@ladypinkbagsetc.9116]

Drew! I am so happy for you and may I first say you are doing a awesome job on your Anniversary dress! It is beautiful and I know you will look Gorgeous in it. I cant wait to see all three of the videos! Thank you so much for sharing your creating process. I am working on my channel for content. I hope I am as successful as you are with my channel. This is truly beautiful! Your choice of fabric, trim and patterns are spot on. The gloves will set it all off! And I need lots of pictures of you in this masterpiece once it is all done! Congratulations and Best wishes for many more wonderful years to come! Sew Pink aka Arub Williams. 😁

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much for the well wishes I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. Looking forward to watching your channel

[@roxanne4657]

You did a great job. That fabric and dress are gorgeous.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@katelinparks9536]

Beautiful 😍. That trim is so beautiful and sparkly

[@artemisarojas9999]

Really look so beautiful ❤️. Your hard work it's showing in the dress 👗

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you. I hope my hubby loves it 😊

[@lizzieb6311]

Oh my goodness! Absolutely stunning! So pleased I discovered you. 1950’s clothing is both elegant and fun. Love it!

[@SewSewDrew]

So happy you found your way here!!

[@elainebye9090]

Luscious! That fabric and the trim were just made for each other. 😍😍😍😍

[@RoseleeMartinez-ne1sh]

The neck is AMAZING STUNNING

[@TheVintageGuidebook]

This dress came out BEAUTIFULLY!!! What gorgeous work!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you ❤️

[@shannonwhitwick3443]

Love that you speak to growth in your sewing journey. It’s so true. We can take time to develop new skills or stay stuck making the same mistakes and poorly fitted garments

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for saying this. I at times just want to make “something” and I have to remind myself to slow down and try to learn something new with every make

[@pamelajohnson9810]

Drew your wedding dress is beautiful you're going to look so beautiful in your dress.

[@leelulu3854]

That dress could be a wedding dress. How beautiful. Great idea.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you. I’m glad you like it. We are having a big anniversary party and getting photos taken so I was excited to make it look like a wedding dress without being over the top lol

[@HaleyMarieVintage]

OMG THIS IS THE PRETTIEST THING I'VE EVER SEEN! Love this dress and you made hand-stitching look relaxing lol

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you ❤️

[@fallenangel1049]

Your fabric choice is beautiful….lovely garment

[@knittingnana2939]

Omg, that vintage trim is EVERYTHING.

[@paskj1]

I am not usually a fan of bling but this trim looks a million dollars.

[@BeverleyButterfly]

What a beautiful pattern I love the trim too so pretty and looks gorgeous I love that this will be a series too xx

[@believeinfaeries8713]

It’s so pretty! I love how you used the trim for the straps. Can’t wait for the rest of the series.

[@desssm]

This dress is phenomenal!! Beaded trim on 50s and 60s cocktail dresses has a special place in my heart, and what you made truly inspired me to attempt something similar in the future. Thank you for sharing your work!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for watching and choosing to write words that uplift. Much Appreciated ❤️

[@fitnesswithdenisefox]

The beading on the neck is stunning!! Happy (almost) Anniversary!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you!!

[@patchworkangels]

Wow it looks stunning! I love all your videos and am so excited for the final outfit!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@beverlypointer]

Absolutely Stunning! I agree a waist stay definitely! I would have lined it, especially the bodice. I grew up in the 1950s and early '60s and dresses such as yours always used a light weight crinoline under them to support the full skirts. They are easy to make and if you're a really serious vintage clothes wearer then you'll need one to get the full effect of that fabulous skirt. Many dresses of that era had them built in. Good luck with your channel and I'm definitely looking forward to watching you as your journey through vintage dressing progresses! Best wishes Lovely Lady!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much 😊

[@Catsface99]

I love the beading. Looks fantastic.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@genniferwest]

Yasssssssssss!!!! I always said i wanted to make my own wedding dress and now you have definitely inspired me too!! I have a few years to practice but you make it look easy

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! Go for it. This pattern for the dress itself was pretty easy. So that would be my advice get a pretty easy dress pattern and jazz it up with the fabric and embellishments. Good Luck

[@KT-wr3cv]

This is gorgeous! I can't wait to the rest.

[@susiewhittles2798]

Stunning, it's so chic, trimmings are perfection.

[@julieheath6335]

Absolutely gorgeous make. I love the textured fabric you chose and the tasteful bits of bling.

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

It's a very pretty dress. I'm glad it came out for you!

[@SewSewDrew]

thank you sew much!

[@sandramadaris7814]

Love the patterns you're using, the material is gorgeous and the trims are so wonderfully feminine! Your husband will fall in love with you all over again!!!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@kimwilliams5165]

You're so talented. It's wonderful to see vintage patterns sewn up, the fabric choice makes them look so different. Going to be the hundredth person to say yes to a waist stay. The trim and fabric are just the eye candy to send me shopping 😉. Thanks for sharing.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@marywilliams6421]

The dress is beautiful! Happy wedding anniversary!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@Ariad08]

This. Dress. Is. GORGEOUS! I hope to be able to sew this well in the future. Awesome job! 🙌🏾❤️

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@Ariad08]

@@SewSewDrew you're welcome!

[@cimorene8929]

Fantastic choice and placement of that trim. It's so classy and elegant! And I love the idea of making it as separates. Even here where you perhaps won't be able to get a lot of use out of wearing the two pieces separately, lol.

[@KlingonPrincess]

Wow! It's beautiful and elegant. I LOVE the trim! Just stunning work 💜

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you ♥️♥️♥️

[@paulinebaker2182]

Your dress turned out beautiful. Girl you have come a long way. I notice that you are a lefty, do you find hand sewing at times a bit awkward. Even pinning the fabric together sometime is awkward for me as a lefty. Having said that sewing is in my blood so nothing will stop me from creating my curate one of a kind wardrobe. Cant wait to see the other pieces completed. I am inspired by you my dear.

[@SewSewDrew]

Being a lefty is so very awkward! It took me awhile to figure out how to go about the hand sewing in a way that was comfortable for me 😬

[@pamelajohnson9810]

I loves your channel I'm new but I like the vintage styles better than today's style

[@SewSewDrew]

Welcome happy to have you here!!

[@Taraluvdiva]

I really love the dress 👗 😍 💕

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you we much! I must say I really love it too ❤️

[@Taraluvdiva]

@@SewSewDrew Happy Anniversary

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank You ❤️

[@dawnecamacho2601]

Wow. You are doing so good with this dress.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@stevezytveld6585]

Happy anniversary, happy anniversary, happy anniversary... Hhhaaapy anniversary {sung to the Lone Ranger's tune} Yay for your first Series! - Cathy (&, accidently, Steve), Ottawa/Bytown/Pimisi

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you ❤️ It falls on thanksgiving this years and that’s so perfect. We have so very much to be thankful for ❤️

[@stevezytveld6585]

@@SewSewDrew Yes, Madam. We've made it this far. And ain't that a thing. I'm just watching the ending now. And I'm actually blinking back a tear. Sweetheart, you just hit courtier level dress making. That trim... I... Ooooh...

[@stevezytveld6585]

@@SewSewDrew and before I forget... do you have a beat up old pair of leather gloves? If not check The Village of Value. Cut yourself a leather thimble that will fit over your nails.

[@SewSewDrew]

I need one so badly 😬

[@SewSewDrew]

❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@katherenewedic8076]

I like hearing the sewing machine. great job! great dress!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@stashingthroughthesnow]

It's going to look so lovely on you!

[@SewSewDrew]

❤️❤️

[@muller8871]

That's really an amazing dress. I really enjoyed watching this video.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@annenl7tz]

Beautiful material and trim

[@emilyrose2912]

Your ring is Beautiful! I hope you had a wonderful anniversary 😊

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! It’s coming up again in a few short weeks

[@ladykingsrey3977]

Ohhh, I am looking forward to this!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thanks!

[@ladykingsrey3977]

@@SewSewDrew You're Welcome!

[@deidrabenson361]

Beautiful dress, great job!!❤️❤️❤️

[@tawnytseng7268]

Horsehair on the hem will help the hem keep its fluffy shape. It is beautiful!!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thanks for the tip! Have you seen this years anniversary dress?

[@JoanneJowsey]

oh my word, she is stunning!!!!

[@SewSewDrew]

You are so sweet ♥️

[@vickipatridge5094]

You did a beautiful job so far.

[@joannemcd1257]

It's beautiful! Can't wait to see the rest.

[@severianastafford6919]

It turned out absolutely beautiful.

[@SewSewDrew]

🥰

[@JocelinLeige]

It came out beautifully

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@stacycrowden6210]

Absolutely gorgeous!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@Ellaodi]

This is soooo beautifullllllll! And so are you, of course 😍

[@SewSewDrew]

❤️❤️

[@tazbop1]

Wow beautiful I can’t wait to see the final reveal.

[@SewSewDrew]

❤️❤️

[@wowzieee]

Pretty.

[@SueRosalie]

Sew belting (as though you were making a waistband for a skirt) into the waistband, with hook and eyes to support the weight of the skirt. So it's like having an interior belt. Many 1950s dresses and sewing patterns have this feature.

[@SewSewDrew]

This is something I’ve learned very recently the “waist stay”! And it makes a world of difference. Thank you for sharing!!

[@ana6989]

The dress came out beautiful. Where can I find part 2 and 3. I want to see the final look of eveything put all together. thanks

[@eliamorgan5532]

This is absolutely gorgeous🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you. I’m so very proud of it I refuse to even fake modesty lol. It’s my most favorite thing I’ve ever made 😍

[@melbabowen4389]

the dress is just beautiful!!! the trim is devine!

[@SewSewDrew]

it is but boy is it heavy! 😆

[@melbabowen4389]

@@SewSewDrew I bet! it’s worth it for such a special occasion!💗💗

[@SewSewDrew]

For sure! ♥️

[@melbabowen4389]

@@SewSewDrew 💗💗

[@jolynnwhite7946]

Love the pattern, your ascetic is chic 🧕🏿🦹🏾‍♂️👌🏾👍

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 🤗

[@ambermorrill8411]

Love your fabric choice!

[@SewSewDrew]

I just sewed this years anniversary dress! Check out the video if you haven't and thanks for watching this one!

[@deneennash5102]

That's gorgeous on all levels!!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@gorgeouslyvintage]

It turned out absolutely amazing 🤩❤️😍✨ and I loved the video 🤗

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much!

[@stephaniecoggins733]

Beautiful 😲

[@melissahasart4969]

Gorgeous dress! Nice job!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@dianefitzpatrick742]

I used the same fabric in black to make vintage cape!

[@SewSewDrew]

Sounds Fab!!!

[@Mari-lv1rd]

It is beautiful.

[@anneerickson8614]

You did a beautiful job on your dress.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@StephanieCanada]

It looks INCREDIBLE! But also, how in the world did you make hand hemming a skirt feel enjoyable?!

[@SewSewDrew]

I really enjoyed it! It was great practice for me. Thanks for watching

[@annak1371]

So pretty!

[@tgrsparrow]

A hoop skirt or a petticoat may be beneficial to help distribute the weight.

[@charlottemajewski5992]

Line the bodice so the facing wont show. Consider adding some boning. As for the skirt. You can support it with some type of petticoat. It does not have to be as full as the pattern illustration.

[@SewSewDrew]

Both are really great ideas!!!!

[@nelled6240]

Beautiful.

[@khloevictoriax]

Drew!!! We need a try on girl!!!! ❤❤

[@sandikarns3406]

Love that you added the vintage trim to straps in addition to waist and hem. I wonder how the look would have been if design had had no seam down the front of the top? Your dress is gorgeous. Never tried doing mock up. Great idea! Where did you get pattern weights and also dress form? Is it one that is your actual measurements?

[@SewSewDrew]

The pattern weights are from Amazon the dress form used to be my measurements before my last baby I’m hoping to get back there soon.

[@marynugent720]

Gorgeous dress!!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@sharonshulby2445]

Did I overlook the link for the patterns? Thank you You're very talented!

[@SewSewDrew]

I will check the description but its Lady Marlowe patterns

[@LadyJaneBooks]

This is GORGEOUS!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@katherinek8448]

Stunning!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! 😊

[@naynayshouse6402]

Lovely!

[@colleenrobison4070]

It’s gorgeous

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@marywynn4895]

The dress is so beautiful! You have done such a wonderful job. Your e going to look fabulous on your anniversary. Have you considered horse hair braid for the bottom of your skirt? I don't know if it will take any weight off but it might help kick it out some.

[@SewSewDrew]

I didn’t think of that if you have any resources on how to do this please feel free to email to me. I wonder is it a simple method to accomplish

[@kathleenphillips4893]

Gorgeous

[@carolbarbee5653]

😍I love the dress!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you sew much ❤️

[@HadrianQueen]

It’s beautiful!!

[@SewSewDrew]

🫶🏾

[@quazylade90]

Watching you cut the fabric. I suggest that to get cleaner cuts, I suggest that you use long cuts from the handle to the tip. The dress is gorgeous. You did a good job.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! Gonna give it a try!

[@adellsinclair8797]

When you turn your corners please put needle down into position to start next seam. NEEDLE DOWN, FOOT UP, TURN CORNER, FOOT DOWN.🎉🎉

[@SewSewDrew]

I just learned this recently and how to make my machine stop in the needle down position instead of up 😊

[@tabbyhatridge9418]

Beautiful!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you!

[@ccaatthheerriinnee]

Was there a part 2/3? I don’t see them in your uploads. Would love to see how the dress looks on!

[@SewSewDrew]

I abandoned it 😭😭

[@lindeehopkins6439]

Wowza!