Sewing Simplicity 8248: Following My first 1930's Vintage Dress Pattern

This Vintage Dress Sewing Tutorial is the making of a 1930s vintage style dress.
In this video you will see my attempt at sewing a dress using a vintage reproduction sewing pattern
Simplicity Sewing Pattern 8248 and with Simplicity 8506 for sewing a puff sleeve.
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The fabric is from Mood Fabrics:
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[@sewhoneybea]

I like your positive attitude. It happens to all of us, I've been sewing 35 years and from time to time wonder what I was thinking about fabric. 😜. I know it takes a lot to make a video and put yourself out there. I've loved watching to the end. Well done. ❤️👗

[@SewSewDrew]

I sorta needed to hear that. So thank you! Sometimes it feels like this only happens to me lol. I’ve yet to complete a project or video that I’m thrilled with but I know this is all new and I know that day is coming. I can’t wait for it and I hope your here for it. ❤️ Drew

[@jenniferwinsor7740]

Me too. I would have been that person tossing the garment in a pile of unfinished projects. I think it's an important part of the learning process I had not learned but am working at it every day. For this as well as your project pattern choices, I really am enjoying your channel.

[@SewSewDrew]

It’s definitely a learning process. I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. Thank you for watching.

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I just finished watching another KZbinr make the same dress. Hers was wonderful and so is yors. I love to see how different people put their own spin on the same pattern and come up with a unique garment. Never give up. Every time you sew something you learn something. I've been sewing for 40 years. I'm always learning. It's impossible to know everything. I like the fabric. I dont know how it was to work with, but it looks good.

[@starlightaura0063]

Even though the dress did not go exactly as you planned with the sleeves the dress still turned out wonderfully made.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you. Looking back at that project it was doomed from the start when I didn’t care for the fabric, I’m Glad I stuck it out regardless and It’s now a cute house gown that gets worn often. Thanks for watching 😊

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I just finished watching another KZbinr make the same dress. Hers was wonderful and so is yors. I love to see how different people put their own spin on the same pattern and come up with a unique garment.

[@SewSewDrew]

I seen the one I think you are talking about! She did a great job my fabric was way to thin. I wouldn’t mind making it again.

[@RachelFilmsThings]

Thank you so so much for not editing out the part where you did the pleating, etc. even though it didn't make it into the dress. I'm planning on making Sleeve B and I'm going to modify it to be long sleeved, so watching you go through the process was extremely helpful. I gasped when I realized you were going to cut it out!

[@SewSewDrew]

It was so hard to cut it! I would love to make this pattern again know what I know now! I definitely would use heavier fabric! Good luck with this one ♥️

[@spikester789]

The sleeves are my favorite part of this dress.

[@SewSewDrew]

♥️

[@rosemarysheel5104]

I haven't sewn for ages and watching your video was a good refresher for me.

[@SewSewDrew]

So glad to hear! Are you going to sew something soon?

[@rosemarysheel5104]

@@SewSewDrew I'm not sure I will sew the dress I have in mind. But if I do, it will be because you gave me an idea after watching you change the sleeves of your dress. I can't find the pattern of the dress I want but may have a blouse pattern that I can simply extend into a skirt... You project a wholesome image on your video: a young woman who is not afraid to say she doesn't know something...yet! I see you are determined from the titles on your bookshelf to your collection of patterns. Best wishes to you and your son, Maverick.

[@SewSewDrew]

This warms my heart!!! Thank you for such kinds words! Yes I am truly determined, I think I’ve just become aware that Sewing is a lifetime hobby and one that you will never master because there will always be something new to learn and that actually excites me. I look forward to just adding more skills. Thank you for watching and I hope you stick around! 😊

[@emilou9654]

I think you did a lovely job. Well done for carrying on even though it wasn’t working out the way you expected. My advice is do what you love & enjoy the process with every project you learn more the confidence will grow. Love from Scotland 🌟

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much! 😊❤️

[@ronekelly4733]

Love you sharing the lessons learned ❤and yes it’s still a beautiful dress

[@RetroClaude]

I'm so glad I found your channel! I'm about to make this pattern so it was super helpful. I really admire your determination to finish this pattern. My heart broke for you when you had to cut off all those beautiful pleats but I think you're right those pleats + collar wouldn't work together. 💚

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for watching I love your channel! I can’t wait to see what you do with it. My fabric was wayyy to flimsy. I think that was the the 2nd or 3rd dress I ever made. I’m so proud of my progress and the tips I get from our community have helped tremendously 😊

[@MargrietOrtner-Tijmons]

I think the style of this dress would look great in light denim with a white collar. What a lot of work for 1 dress, but I think it is worth it.

[@SewSewDrew]

I totally agree!

[@pixiecora2212]

This is the first time I viewed any of your videos. I love how you explain each step completely and clearly. One thing I would have liked to see but you didn't include was making the darts. But perhaps I will see that in another video as I am subscribing. Thank you and nice work!

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for the sub! I show the darts in the Christmas video posted today

[@newcreature222]

What a great dress 👗 you did a great 👍 job keep up the good work go team vintage

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you!!! And yes Team Vintage!!

[@lillieknight]

I think it turned out real nice and very neatly sewn. Good instructions. I saw that sleeve variation pattern and had a chance to buy it on sale but it’s so hot here in Houston, Texas that I didn’t buy it. Thanks for the great instructions and I think the print turned out fine too.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you!

[@evelynferrer1322]

That dress is very nice. You look good ❤

[@SewSewDrew]

You are too kind ♥️

[@ellenachavez6492]

I like how it looks on you!

[@SewSewDrew]

♥️♥️

[@janetgibson683]

The fabric is lovely and you sound like me dress making isn’t easy but I enjoyed watching you and you did a good job I admire you this shows why people make a mock-up before cutting out the main fabric. Well done.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much for the kind words and for watching! Hope you subscribe and stick around ❤️

[@ladypinkbagsetc.9116]

Hi Drew!. This was a very valuable tutorial for everyone who has taken the time to watch. The dress came out lovely. Although it was not your original plan, it looks great. As far as the mock up, when you envision an idea such as your sleeves, that is when you do the mock up. It will also serve as a new pattern piece for the altered style. The mock up in that case would have only been 1 front and back piece, the sleeve and 1 collar piece. Also when something like this happens never look at it as a bust or failure! This is a learning opportunity to utilize your creativity. You can find bleached and unbleached muslin or inexpensive cotton or cotton poly by the bolt. Best wishes!

[@SewSewDrew]

Your advice and tips are so valuable to me! Please keep it coming 😀

[@polkadot8788]

It looks great on you. When I sewed up the pattern first time I disliked the collar. Second time round im altering the neckline. Its always a learning experience. I call them my wearable mockups.

[@SewSewDrew]

The more I look at this Dress I'm really starting to like it. What alterations are you making to the neckline?

[@brendaseavey6284]

Adorable

[@lindagraff2484]

Looks great,

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! I’ve learned a lot since this make looking forward to making it again with my gained experience. Thanks for watching

[@Certain_Donkey]

Thanks so much for this video. So helpful to see someone work through the steps because just reading the instructions can be confusing! :)

[@SewSewDrew]

Glad it helped! I sometimes have to reread so many times before I understand what’s being asked of me. Don’t judge this pattern by my experience with it. In hindsight it’s a really good one and I just made poor fabric and alteration decisions. I can’t wait to make this again knowing what I know now. Thank you for watching. ❤️

[@barbiedesoto7054]

It's so helpful to see this pattern made, because I want to do a self-drafted version. I also appreciate the sleeve pattern because I have that one, too and it's intimidating! You did great dealing with the challenges.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you! I’m going to attempt the sleeve pattern again and possibly the dress. I ended up loving it a few days later I think my fabric was just to thin.

[@joanneswinehart4976]

I really enjoyed your video! I’m just getting back into garment sewing so to see all your clear steps is very helpful to me. I think your dress turned out lovely. I look forward to more videos from you.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@katherinestewart4827]

Thanks for doing this video! I’m working on the same pattern right now and this is really helpful, especially for the collar

[@SewSewDrew]

I’m so glad it’s helpful. I’m going to attempt it again my fabric was wayyyyy to thin. Good luck with yours please let me know how it goes.

[@secundrabeasley855]

This video was wonderful to view. I loved the narration and thought process as went about to complete the garment. Thank you for filming the video. I look forward to watching your previous filmed videos and the new ones that will be posted.

[@SewSewDrew]

😊 Thank you! How sweet of you. I appreciate the positive feedback and the time you spent viewing. I love sewing and even though it doesn’t always go as I hope for it to, the process of starting this channel has been so much fun. I hope that shows and I hope you stick around. ❤️Drew

[@secundrabeasley855]

Thank you. You post it, I will watch it!

[@SewSewDrew]

Awww thank you!

[@jlynn2724]

Those scissors are NO JOKE!!!

[@SewSewDrew]

I thought they would be cool but way to heavy 😩

[@janicekenter9221]

I hope you wear this dress. I think it is beautiful on you.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you so much! A funny thing I actually put this dress in the giveaway box last night. After I seen this comment I went and got it out. ❤️

[@kathyjohnston4337]

❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@SewSewDrew]

I would love to make this again now that I have a little bit more skill!

[@vanessacable5590]

sorry if already addressed but I have this pattern and was considering it , did you do the sleeve heading in the organdy or taffeta ? I wonder if that would have provided the structure you were hoping for .

[@SewSewDrew]

I didn’t do the sleeve heading! It probably would have helped a great deal but my fabric was just so thin and the pattern took away from the design. With the right fabric this can be a beautiful dress

[@evilgeniusy]

This video was so helpful! It seems to me the fabric is too lightweight.

[@SewSewDrew]

Your absolutely correct. It was so lightweight I don’t even know what it would actually be good for

[@joannathesinger770]

Is anybody else having issues--from many years ago in Home Ec class--with her cutting the notches INto the seam allowance instead of OUT, or is it just me? (You cannot make alterations if you cut into the seam allowance...)

[@SewSewDrew]

You are not the only person who notices it. You are however, The only one who has said so in such a way. A few people have kindly informed ME as I am self taught 3 years into my journey that the notch is to be cut out not in. I take most advice/ lessons/ information and apply them. Gratefully. But for some reason when it comes to the notches I prefer to do them this way. And so that’s What I Do. So your “issue” is yours alone. And I do hope it’s the only one you have on this beautiful Sunday ♥️Drew

[@joannathesinger770]

@@SewSewDrew Well...if others have noticed and expressed it, it's not mine alone...clearly. I'm old...clearly...because Home Economics hasn't been taught in schools for at least 40 years in most locales. Sorry I got your bristles up. It wasn't meant to be an offense.

[@jolynnwhite7946]

They call a garment like this a wearable muslin👌🏾

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you 😊

[@lyndaholloway5469]

Very nice job, but it would have been good to see you sewing not just saying what you have done. The best to you.

[@SewSewDrew]

Thank you for the feedback. This is either my second or third video i ever made. I hope you have seen improvements in the quality of my videos and my sewing since then! ♥️