Sewing Simplicity 9041 - lined dress

[@fishezpreloadedleaders5211]

amazing young lady who I'm blessed to call my wife

[@sew_So_beautiful]

I love your clapper. One day my husband came home from a farm auction and asked me to help unload the truck. I took one look in and squealed, with delight "you bought me clappers!" He of course had no idea what I was talking about. He had bought a load of 2x4's and other boards. All looked like new and were various sizes. After he had loaded them, there were little 3 to 8 " long scrap pieces that he had just thrown in the truck box so they weren't left laying around. Those were what I spied. So after I helped unload the big boards, I went through my "treasure" and chose about a half dozen of the nicest pieces in a variety of sizes. They made the best clappers ever. Another time, he asked me what I was looking for in his drive shed, and I told him pattern weights. When I showed him thw E washers, he said take what I want. I told him "no, you have to make them pretty for me and paint them for my birthday". So he painted them bright red and gave them to me for my birthday. He even found some other metal objects that he thought would work and painted them too. I'm so high maintenance. Lol. But I do enjoy "shopping" for sewing and craft items among his things in the barn. Its amazing what I can use.

[@angelacampbell344]

I knew we would be firm friends when i saw my giant black cat Carlos has a barn doppelganger on the other side of the world. I have made this dress prior to your video twice but was confused about the collar and sleeve, your tutorial is so clear and easy to follow I now really understand a lot more about sewing well and neatly. I picked up at least 5 skills that I can use forever in this. You did a great job, I'm looking forward to your other videos, thanks you so much!

[@mybucoliclife]

Oh hello!!! So nice to meet a fellow barn cat lover ☺️ I wanted to make sure you saw that I went back later and made a separate video on making the collar an easier way. I'm so glad you found the channel

[@juliegonzales649]

You shared so many new techniques that I can incorporate into my sewing, thank you sew much for your videos please keep,them coming! Julie

[@shirleyc1521]

The lining element of this video was just what I needed! So many times, I have wanted to line something and chickened out. I also enjoyed watching the seam finishing techniques. The whole dress making process is instructional and presented clearly. Thanks again!

[@mybucoliclife]

You are so welcome. Yes, lining can seem intimidating, but it is your friend in the end :) You can do it!

[@TheAmanda70]

Hello, I don’t get what type of fabric the lining is.

[@TheEvie202]

@@TheAmanda70 line with thin cotton gauze,acetate, or silk.

[@m.stokes8058]

One of your more impressive pieces

[@junewebber2107]

Lovely dress, really suited you.

[@ceecee3488]

I see you in a magazine showing the clothes you make as well as modeling them. Really.......you would be a great model!

[@mybucoliclife]

You are much too kind :)

[@miragafni1]

It's so crisp and fresh and effortlessly elegant, wonderful dress and it looks fabulous on you💐

[@Catlud12-sx6iw]

Love that dress. Looks so expensive and classy. Growing up always wearing slips i like linings in dresses.

[@barbiedesoto7054]

This video was beyond thorough! Thank you! The dress turned out elegant and very flattering. The scale of the motif looked aggressive when it was in pieces but it really turned out balanced and lovely. I didn’t realize there’s an elastic at the waist. You are full of amazing sewing tips and it’s so helpful!

[@lucylopez54]

Thanks for the sewing lesson. I’m a quilter and I make my granddaughter little girl’s dress and pants and tops. I’ve made a few tops for my self,but never a dress. Watching you gives me a bit of confidence to make an easy dress. Your instructions are really done.

[@user-jz9ce9wz1o]

I think this is my favorite make of yours. I was looking for a tutorial for lining a dress where the pattern didn't call for it. This is very helpful.

[@nualamccauley5392]

Thank you Marie for your detailed instruction, I learned a lot. Love how you did the neckline and the lining. Fabulous dress. So glad it meets kitty's approval!

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! She is a very opinionated kitty too 😊

[@jaygee9180]

Thank you, Marie, for sharing your talents. The dress is lovely. I truly enjoy your videos, so relaxing. And don't be concerned about the length of your videos, as sharing such skills takes time. Also, your barn kitty reminds me of my cat, Salem, who went to St. Francis 6 years ago. God Bless☺

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much! I really do enjoy sewing and am so glad that you like the videos! I have many old animals here, all treasures. Salem, the cat of Peace. :)

[@stephaniemendes5287]

Another beautiful dress you made, love it! I really appreciate your skill and techniques that you share along the way, especially the lining around the pockets and the lace hem. Smart moves I’ll use in my sewing for sure! Thank you!

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you Stephanie :) You are so kind! I think the lining made the dress so much nicer to wear!

[@tonihayes4064]

I never understood why the ham was made out of two different fabrics. You have a lot of knowledge to share. Thank you!

[@mybucoliclife]

Sometimes I think my mind is the Trivial Pursuit of sewing 🤣🤣😁

[@deniseriley886]

I’m so lucky to call you my friend!

[@mybucoliclife]

Aw, shucks :)

[@alethialovetosew]

I truly enjoyed your videos, they are soooo valuable to me. Don't concern yourself about the lenght of the videos, your time and effort is greatly appreciated. Lovely dress.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much!

[@barbaracollier4691]

Very pretty...you did a great job.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! 😊

[@genniferellis8489]

Thank you for sharing Marie,don’t worry about the length of your Videos . I have been sewing for several decade and I did not realize what I did not know wow,

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you Gennifer 😁 I really appreciate your kind words.

[@leahsmolik8325]

As a novice sewer trying to teach myself this tutorial had been so incredibly helpful. I've tried the collar multiple times with no success. Thank you for sharing your knowledge.

[@mybucoliclife]

The whole design of that collar band was a mess in my opinion. I think this afternoon I'll try to come up with a short video for an alternative way to make the collar band.

[@gaelennox6230]

Wow. It was all I could do not to rush to the end to see it on you. You do fabulous work. Your instructions are so clear. I love watching your videos. I learned more and more. Thank you for sharing.❤

[@ruthblackwell4134]

Beautiful dress and awesome video. I loved every minute of it. You are a wonderful seamstress.❤️❤️❤️

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much! I appreciate that :)

[@melissaj4626]

Beautiful job on the dress! I love the addition of the lace on the lining 💕 Adding a little extra pretty! I will definitely remember that

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you!! Secret lace makes me happy 😊

[@marip2004]

Really, it's a really beautiful dress. Thank you for teaching us your techniques , your voice gives me a lot of pleasure to listen while you sew ❤

[@SarahWhyte2]

Thank you for making this video. It was so incredibly helpful and saved me from a lot of frustration (and wasting fabric)!!

[@mybucoliclife]

Yay!! If you are going to make it, please see my second video on it explaining a better way to do the neck band.

[@SarahWhyte2]

@@mybucoliclife you are an angel! I made the dress again following your method and it looks so much more professional. Thank you!!

[@toniwilson3827]

I have this beauty & was wondering how it would turn out

[@daraharper2003]

That dress is Beautiful and so are You! Thank you for sharing!

[@SlowSewingMama]

Just found your channel. I’m new to sewing and I’m so inspired by your videos. I’m learning so much. Thank you!

[@mybucoliclife]

You are so welcome! 😊

[@wshawn1028]

Really beautiful!

[@jgsawka]

Wow that dress is fabulous on you! That fabric is stunning and I appreciate the sewing tips!! Thank you!

[@alisonkirk5720]

Thank you for fab tutorial! I was really stuck when I read the instructions for neckline/facing etc and you just allowed me to understand with one word🎉 All ready for hem now. It really can be so hard sometimes when you can’t understand the limited information they supply and other times it’s just brain freeze 😂 Thanks again from Northern Ireland xx

[@genniferellis8489]

Thank Marie,for showing this video again

[@Andyscrap]

I just rewatched this video for the lining methods you used, as I need to line a dress. And I love this dress. I fits you so beautifully. Again thanks for sharing your wealth of knowledge with us🥰😍🥰

[@yogawithsamantharose]

Thank you! I will be teaching my little sister to sew with this pattern. Your video tutorial will make things flow quicker. Blessed holidays!

[@gladysscott526]

Very beautiful

[@tinaschneider4232]

I love the blouse and color you are wearing thank you for sewing this beautiful dress

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! That blouse is from a pattern back in the 80s. Sometimes it likes to come out 😁

[@sesamejane]

Just found your channel and love it! Is that a vintage singer??!!! It sounds like one too. I just bought a beauty yesterday. A 201 home industrial one owner who passed away in 1967. Her son has had in his house untouched, unserviced. I dropped it off with our local guy who is a vintage/antique repair guy. I get it back next week. The pedal is a treadle and it has a knee lift!! I’m excited 😜 love your clear instruction!

[@mybucoliclife]

Don't we love our vintage machines!? The one I usually use is a Meister, but I also have TWO singer treadles and two vintage black electrics that I play with. So much fun. Welcome to the channel :)

[@jimplant9489]

Eunice from Victoria Australia here. We call that lining Bemsilk

[@mybucoliclife]

Hello Eunice! I've never heard of that word before. Good to know! 😁

[@dianamarlowe3352]

Excellent sewing. Thanks for all the suggestions. Love your fashion fabric and "lace".

[@Iamgone1961]

Whoah! Let me get a cuppa so I can get cosy n watch 😁😁🤓🤓🤓🌺🌺🌺

[@mybucoliclife]

You might need two cups. It's a long one 😊

[@virginiarobertson]

Fantastic videos... glued every to each one made... I have been very intimidated with the very same patterns you used... I can't wait to start this dress, and with a lining... Please continue with these videos... whether you believe it or not, this helps new sewists, like myself, with confidence and enjoyment, instead of frustration and aggravation... You're a wonderful tutorialist... (teacher)!

[@mybucoliclife]

So glad I could help! I am so thankful the I am able to reach you to help! Sewing should be an enjoyable process. There will always be aggravations though. Just don't let them derail you from the learning and joy that comes from it! :)

[@michelem4566]

Beautiful dress!! I recently started sewing garments and am learning so much from your videos! Thank you for sharing all of your seamstress wisdom : )

[@Iamgone1961]

👏👏👏 beautiful work as always Marie, and showing us many practical methods that would enhance any garment! Navy and white always looks chic, and your black kitty was also showing his/her appreciation 😁 love the lace too. And yes, your hubby is very lucky to have you 😉 wishing you a lovely weekend 🌺🌺🌺🌺🌺

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much! See, time for two cups on that one :) Hoping you have a fabulous weekend too! :)

[@soulfulsue2378]

I’ve been binge watching your shows. Thank you so much for your channel. I have learned so much and appreciate you and what you do. I also wanted to say I love this dress and it looks so good on you. Hope you have a wonderful day.❤

[@zanellesutherland727]

Such a lovely dress! Just found your channel and have watched and learned so much already. You are a great tutor. Can't wait for your next project! Sending you much love.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much! I am so glad you found me :) Sending love back :)

[@kalochawo]

I've seen a lot of sew along, but yours is so instructive and clear. Thank you and greetings from Amsterdam

[@mybucoliclife]

Hello Louise in Amsterdam!! Thank you very much!! 😊

[@helenbrown3337]

Thank you Marie, really enjoying and appreciate all the skills you share...I agree with you when you don't follow 'insructions' I like to think of them of suggestions instead when the need arises, but the fact that you include this in your tutorials is great for beginners, I've been sewing only 3 years, apart from hemming etc., I now make most of my own clothes and lots for my grandchildren.. I think your videos are so informative but more importantly they are entertaining too. Best wishes from Scotland..Helen x

[@mybucoliclife]

Hello Helen! Someday I hope to get to Scotland. And yes sometimes following the instructions seems to be optional, but I really do try at least on these videos. Sometimes.😊

[@allisonsmith2692]

What a beautiful dress ❤ it really suits you . What i need to do now is pluck up the courage and have a go !

[@mybucoliclife]

You can do it! One of the most difficult parts is these neck band. So be super careful there and remove as much interfacing from it as you can in the Seam allowances. 😊

[@marianita420]

What a lovely dress!

[@capricecardinal188]

It turned out great!! Looks sooo nice on you. I really am enjoying your videos and learning on the way. SEW FUN!

[@joanneblair2087]

Beautiful dress. I like the lace on the bottom. I have sewn narrow lace to the inside waistband of trousers. It makes me smile when I put them on.

[@mybucoliclife]

Yes!! Secret lace :) I get it 😊

[@kentuckylady2990]

Lovely

[@paulanddebbierowlands1178]

My goodness, what an excellent instructional video!! You are an amazing sewist and the dress is gorgeous on you!! The style and the fabric complement each other extremely well.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much!! :) so glad you liked it 😊

[@dollyramphal3363]

Hi there,you've inspired me to purchase this pattern,your voice is so calming, im going to save this sewalong until i get my pattern and material, regards frm South Africa, happy sewing

[@mercedesdelcastillo8324]

Beautiful Beautiful Beautiful!

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! It swooshes :)

[@TheLilasviolet]

Je découvre votre chaine et je vous remercie. Vous cousez trés bien et vous etes une trés bonne pédagogue. Merci ! Véronique

[@genniferellis8489]

Love it love it . I am going to make one soon. your length of videos are just fine. I can’t get enough of your knowledge

[@mybucoliclife]

You are too kind 😁

[@spavbio]

Wow. One of my favorites you have done.

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks sooo much for sharing your knowledge, I’m learning so much from you! Beautiful dress!❤️❤️❤️

[@janicekenter9221]

Your dress turned out perfectly! I enjoy watching you sew, and have learned many good techniques.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you Janice and thanks for watching😊

[@judym414]

I just found your videos on Friday and have now watched nearly 10 hours of them….and loved them all. Your techniques, explanations, filming, creativity, and calm nature are delightful to watch. Thank you so much for taking the time to produce such great content.

[@mybucoliclife]

Welcome! 10 hours! Wow, glad you liked them! I really appreciate your kind words :)

[@awatts8980]

Beautiful dress, really looks comfortable x

[@vickinewman8924]

Marie, love 💕 it. You make some beautiful dresses, thanks for sharing your talent with us.

[@chantal5]

Great video. Thanks for sharing your techniques. I've learnt a few things from this.

[@latoyamartin1434]

It's beautiful and so well put together. Thank you for sharing this project

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you!!

[@janicecole5335]

Beautiful

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you 😊

[@AnitaMcB__]

Very pretty

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you!!!

[@anneliepienaar4150]

beautiful dress

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much

[@judithorr7580]

An absolute fabulous make. Your instructions were so thorough; I learned a few techniques. Your video was very relaxing as well.

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you so much! I'm glad it was helpful :)

[@saleenahaffenden8292]

Marie,, this is a lovely dress and I really enjoyed watching you make it. Again, I really appreciate your slow and steady instruction and the way you take the time to demonstrate what you are doing and how you are tweeking things to make the process better or easier for you. I learnt alot from the way you pressed the lining fabric to the fashion fabric,, the gathering thread trick and even your elastic joining to a piece of fabric trick. I do want to ask what you reason was for choosing not to line the back bodice? I also would love to see a tour of your sewing room and in particular your beautiful old sewing machine, because I am addicted to all things vintage sewing. I want to say that i love seeing the outside of your place and the red barn, we dont have here in Australia intrigues me :) Kind regards Saleena

[@mybucoliclife]

Hi Saleena! Thanks! Glad the videos were helpful. I chose not to line the back because I didn't think it was necessary. Basically I wanted to make sure that bra lines and things were not visible from the front, but when I was looking at it I felt that the back piece was opaque enough that it did not need it. If I was lining for structure I would have definitely lined both front and back. As weather gets warmer I'll take more outside shots of the farm. It is pretty in the spring, so soon!

[@saleenahaffenden8292]

@@mybucoliclife Hi Marie, I do remember now you had said that in the video, tusks for reminding me. Looking forward to more videos of outside your lovely place. 😍

[@amaliacollins8408]

Your new dress is beautiful! Thank you so much for all the information you provided👏. Looking forward to watching more of your makes!

[@mybucoliclife]

You are so welcome! Glad you liked it :)

[@sandie4yeshua]

I simply love your channel. I have the pattern and plan to make it after I've made a jogger hoodie and pants set. ❤ from 🇬🇧

[@mybucoliclife]

Great!! Later I made a second video with a better neck band. Please watch that one too, it should help

[@sandie4yeshua]

@My Bucolic Life thank you. I've seen it. It's a beautiful dress. I will be cutting skirt front and back, minus the seam allowances, on the fold to save on fabric. Thank you once again for all your detailed, concise tutorials and tips. You are an inspiration and I truly value you sharing your knowledge

[@alfa5243]

A lining makes it hang with weight. It makes the dress a completed garment. Hard to find quality in ready made. Nice work thanks

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! Yes, the extra work involved in a lining pays off well in the end 😊

[@النسيان-م3و]

Amazing 😍😍

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! 🤗

[@sylvieboisvert]

so beautiful

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you!

[@janetclark8754]

Aloha! I stumbled upon your videos somehow this weekend and am really enjoying them! I am looking for some garments to wear on a cruise this summer, so the techniques will come in handy when I find the patterns I like! You did a really good job on this dress!!! I think I would have a gap with the crossover in front, so am going to continue looking through your other videos for a bodice that isn't open or buttoned in the front. ;o)

[@mybucoliclife]

Hello Janet, you know the gap thing didn't turn out to be as big of a deal as I thought it was going to be. I am putting together more dresses that might be better for cruise ship apparel though. At least I hope so!😊

[@janetclark8754]

@@mybucoliclife I will keep watching for them ;o)))

[@louisejeffries7155]

Lessons for today My gathering foot has a little hole in it to and now l know what it’s for and how to use it. I can not understand why I’ve never tried to work that out before and just ignored it until now Now to play - thank you Marie. Can I say Pattern matching is my thing. I will spend literally days working out how to best match. Tedious I know but it is what I get enormous pleasure from. Can I give wee hit. For a straight seam like on the skirt part of the dress move the pattern sideways by the required seam allowance. Explanation: lay the tissue pattern piece onto the single layered fabric. Get the land marks you like for instance the flower motif at the centre. Slightly mark (pin/pen) the corners so you keep your bearings and remove tissue pattern. Do not cut at this point. Lay the tissue on next piece of fabric matching the pattern to the 1st piece of fabric. Once mofit matches on both pieces of fabric move the tissue over sideways by the required seam allowance for instance the regular 5/8” seam allowance. You can move the tissue on either piece of the fabric but only ever on one piece. When you now go to cut they will look out of Sync by the 5/8” Sew seams together with edges matching as usual When you open the seam the mofits will be in sync at the seam line. You can test the layout with two thin strips of fabric edges folded (as they would be if seamed already) and see how much overlap is needed to get the match at the seam line. It’s a good idea to do that as sometimes the fabric pattern ie mofit can be off grain or have a multitude of not immediately noticeable variances. Marie you have taught me so much about construction which I so appreciate. I’ve now gone and international ordered the book you refer to at times - Ouch! Enjoyed the video learnt heaps as usual - Thank you again for sharing your knowledge and skill I so admire it.

[@mybucoliclife]

Great idea. Thanks!

[@stephparkes100]

Thank you so much for this. Your videos are awesome!! Just wondering if in the future you could do some tutorials. I would love to see one on the pivot and slide method and also sewing buttonholes with your buttonhole attachment. I know you have shown both of these in your previous videos, but it would be nice to have them as stand alone videos. Thanks!

[@mybucoliclife]

Sure thing! I have put a sticky not on my calendar to remind me to do quick tutorials when I can. So glad you like the videos! :)

[@teveson8256]

Fabulous tips and the dress looks amazing; that bold print really works well. I'd been thinking about making this one, just wasn't sure how it would look on, but now I definitely will be making it. Thanks so much!

[@mybucoliclife]

Though are so welcome! 😊

[@theresawagner2642]

That blouse (the red one) is fabulous! May I ask if you made it and if so, what pattern is it?

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you! I did make it it is an out-of-date pattern though so you may have trouble finding it. McCall's 6750

[@carolbarbee5653]

Great dress😍

[@mybucoliclife]

Hello again Carol 😊 Thank you!

[@sewbizzylizzy]

Hello. I’m Elizabeth. I just started watching your channel. I love it. I was wondering where you got your pattern hole punch? Thank you.

[@mybucoliclife]

Hi Elizabeth, I got my punch on Amazon but they sell them on a lot of sites. Just do a search on screw-type leather hole punch or automatic leather hole punch and you should be able to find one.😊

[@helenwood3199]

I was afraid your print would make bullseyes at your apexes, but turned out alright after all. 👍

[@pamelag.4417]

Thanks for sharing! You’re an amazing teacher! Just a question- I’m wondering where you find your fabric? It’s so beautiful! Happy sewing!!🎉

[@mybucoliclife]

Mostly at Joann, or totally random places 😂

[@lindagraham3859]

Hi, I have also just found your channel and as a new sewer I have learnt so much. Could you tell me why the pattern tells you to cut two pieces for the back and front rather than cut on the fold please.

[@mybucoliclife]

It's just the way it is designed. The pieces are pretty wide, I can't remember if they would fit on a fold... Sometimes on a pattern you can make a judgement call and cut it out on the fold if the centers are on the straight of grain and perfectly straight.

[@alfa5243]

That scrape is pine and it’s a piece of 2x4. 😊

[@mybucoliclife]

Actually it was from a butcher block countertop. I think the wood is birch. But a 2 x 4 would probably work too.

[@debrakingi4443]

Hi Marie, I'm a novice sewer and I have learnt so much from your videos. I have a question for you. There was sell on satan (satan lining i think) could i use this for lining the inside of coat that I'm going to try and make.

[@mybucoliclife]

Yes, satin it's usually polyester and is a great lining depending on the weight. Some are lighter than others. I would use a light satin in a coat for lining!

[@sspill55]

What was the tool you used for marking darts?

[@mybucoliclife]

I think that you're talking about a hole punch and heat erasable pen that I use for my darts. I have a link in the description for the hole punch that I use on Amazon, that might give you an idea. But you can buy them in all kinds of other places too. Glad you found me

[@debrakingi4443]

☺️

[@beautybeauty2845]

What's the name of the 🖊 u using to mark with thank u

[@mybucoliclife]

It's a generic heat erasable pen. Look in the links, or on wawak ,😊

[@trudywolcott7419]

If you move the grain line on the pattern piece to line up with the fabric pattern … won’t your cutout piece be skewed..off grain and it won’t “hang” right.

[@mybucoliclife]

Sometimes it is about choosing the lesser of 2 evils. If it is only slightly off I usually go with the print. If it is terribly off grain and a loose print, I won't try to use it for a nice garment.

[@kimbelinag]

I was super disappointed with this pattern - or at least how my fabric choice went together. The instructions say poplin and shirting are appropriate, but I disagree! My crisp, light-medium shirting was far too heavy and totally wrong for this pattern! It's boxy and not attractive. And the collar band simply would NOT go on without being full of puckers - I gave up after 3 hours of fussing and drafted a facing and called it good. It's fine for around the house or walking the dog with a coat over it, but I sure won't be wearing it to work! If you make this pattern, stick to a fabric like the one in the video.

[@mybucoliclife]

I'm sorry it turned out badly in your fabric. Maybe after it is washed a few times it will soften up. And yes, that neck band is the hardest part to get smooth the way they designed it.

[@kimbelinag]

@@mybucoliclife the stiffer fabric also made the waist seam really bulky and a but awkward. I'd love to figure out a way to tack it down but it would show. I think I'm gong to make a bigger sash to see if that helps the proportions. At least it's comfy and my topstitching came out nice. 😁

[@Al-cd2bk]

Beautiful

[@mybucoliclife]

Thank you :) I appreciate it!