Making my Gown for the Grand Ball at Versailles || Sewing a Robe a la Francaise from the 1760s

[@debbiemiller2877]

So wonderful that your husband supports you. Beautiful dress. Love your smile at the ball. So joyful.

[@Sewstine]

Thank you!!!

[@pagodrink]

When the world needed her the most, she returned ✨

[@michellecornum5856]

Amen!

[@cemera1599]

both of you were stunning

[@shellylrobinson6999]

Gosh I want to see a video of how you packed your treasures to get them to France! A gorgeous dress. Thanks for sharing your process with us all.

[@krystelanderson5443]

I'm always SO CURIOUS about how these get packed for modern travel (what the extra airline fees look like)

[@thelastmedici4764]

🤗So elegant dress, congratulations...you and your husband were among the best well dressed😉👌👌👌

[@ytuseracct]

We're gonna need a full video of the ball :3

[@Sewstine]

Hehehe thank you! I should!!

[@mellisartandcrafts]

Your inspiration gown is actually here in Berlin in Kunstgewerbemuseum 😃 I just visited it a few weeks ago and even drew it :) I love to see it here on your Channel!

[@frida3025]

18th century is normally not my thing, but your makes are just too stunning to pass up✨ Such a beauty, as usual

[@piaggio]

The fanning your self and then grabbing the shears FROM THE FIREPLACE is such perfect comedy. Love it, no comment, 100/10

[@debcarroll8192]

I am so happy you and Matt got to attend this special ball! You both looked amazing!

[@noobiekinda]

At first I thought why would anyone put this much time into an old gown.... until I saw the end, and then I understood completely. Well done.

[@ambernicholson6307]

The level of attention to detail you always give your pieces is absolutely incredible!! Your gown was gorgeous. Can’t wait to see Matt’s new coat when you get to finishing it.

[@reganrose04]

The pink silk mockup is stunning as a mix between history and modern

[@elizabethsloan3192]

I was very inspired by your work and the ball at Versailles. Now I really want to go! I have been doing historical costumes since the 70s. I found the best fabric to make my dress. It’s a hand block printed Voile. I haven’t done rococco yet, so this will be a fun challenge. Your channel has been great, and I love your embroidery designs on Etsy. Thank you for sharing!

[@desiregonzales6246]

The Hamilton Spenser jacket!! Gorgeous! Your videos are so well thought out and so instructional. Beautiful content as always.

[@nohandle508]

You're a rockstar of sewing! You both looked stunning. I started dabbling in sewing about a year ago so I can't even begin to comprehend the complexity of your project, it looks like sheer magic to me, and yet I learnt something from your video. :-) Thank you so much for sharing your gift and passion with us!

[@centurycountess4949]

i made a more simple low budget one of these dresses during the quarantine era as an experiment and i did make hidden pleating but never knew if that was right when i made it back than but now after watching this video i can say my happy mistake was historically accurate lol.

[@nimuedamon1936]

Hey! What pattern did you use and what kind of fabrics? I'm trying to make one this summer

[@centurycountess4949]

@@nimuedamon1936 the pattern was a simplicity pattern but it was one designed from American dutchess the same pattern. Can be found in their book on 18th century clothing. The fabric I found from a thrift store. The petticoat was pure satin while the blue was some sort of polyester blend of silky texture fabric.

[@Voronochka262]

A ball at Verseilles sounds so magical

[@fritziepisarski8681]

Both your gown and husbands coat are absolutely stunningly beautiful . Thank you for taking me on this journey 🇺🇸

[@damoneugenerich]

Extraordinary! What an amazing dress and of course your husband’s court suit is magnifique. Congrats on your anniversary! ❤❤❤

[@yuppietrash]

Love your camera and lighting setup! So casual but intimate as well. Your editing is looking so 👌 too! But that dress and embroidery is gorgeous! Great work Sewstine! ❤️

[@annbrookens945]

You and Matt look gorgeous! I got goosebumps watching you twirl around Versailles; it was just magical seeing you and the other attendees in those fabulous period garments! I absolutely want to see you dressing for the ball: hair, makeup, feathers, and all!

[@mariannerady1137]

my goodness, what a masterpiece you created! Just breathtaking

[@kirstenpaff8946]

Those huge ostrich feathers were the perfect finishing touch for the outfit.

[@catherinerw1]

I love your "life is too short to make the stuff people don't see, so here's some really good places to buy from" attitude :)

[@annmaries9084]

Your excitement and joy at the ball is so palpable! I love seeing it. 🧡

[@banannakis6723]

I love your videos, the organization, the history, and the talent, and can tell the joy it brings you.

[@moonbasket]

What a beautiful dress! Congratulations on getting it finished in time. I'm so glad you had such a good time. Can't wait to see what you're working on next.

[@sc0ttishlass]

I am so happy that your husband is always accompanying you. You both look so happy in the images. The robe a la francaise looks gorgeous !!!

[@saintjuice11]

19:11 the look of envy and giving shade. 19:23 the exquisite fair skinned woman of color in her glorious gown! Go big or go home. Excellent job to both.

[@hannahosborn4571]

This is now my dream event! You looked so full of joy at the ball. Love your grown and your husbands court suit!

[@aliciasipocz8406]

I'm eager to make one of these gowns just once in my life... but I realize it may take me years to do it 😅 you have an amazing level of focus

[@aprilnunez7521]

That’s exactly like how I feel! lol I want to desperately want to go to a ball in Versailles

[@Raquelita.creates]

You’re so brilliant Christine! Would absolutely love to see the follow up video on how you did you hair/makeup and getting into the gown! ❤

[@lgkf1126]

Lady Sewstine looks so stunning. Absolutely gorgeous

[@silvergirl7810]

Wow- you and your husband both really stood out- which is saying something! How spectacular! This is what life is about- living to the fullest!

[@shamancarmichael5305]

Absolutely beautiful gown! What an amazing event, you both look like you just walked back in time!

[@marikotrue3488]

What a dream of an event to attend and know that both your husband's and your gown exist because of your expertise and artistry (and husband's help with the sleeves of course!) just makes that event so spectacular yet so personal.

[@dreamstreetrose318]

Wow, your entire ensemble was spectacular! I'm glad that your hard work paid off.

[@chrysanthemum8233]

As always your dress is stunning and I'm amazed at the amount of work and time you put in. And wow, you look REALLY great in it. That cream colored silk is a good color for you. I'm not super in to 18th century stuff but your videos are irresistible because of the quality & artistry of your work.

[@annemarieskidmore5194]

Yes please to getting ready for the ball with hair, makeup and feathers. 🎉

[@Lani2442]

Thank you for adding where you buy materials. It's incredibly helpful.

[@sandiemable]

You guys looked phenomenal; what a beautiful way to celebrate your anniversary!

[@gothempress]

I love Every. Single. Outfit that you wore in this video! You're so stylish and beautiful! Also, absolutely in LOVE with your robe à la française! She turned out beautifully!

[@alessandramonteriggioni815]

The sheer joy on your face at Versailles!

[@AttheSignoftheGoldenScissors]

Lovely job. Thanks for the shout-out!

[@TheMagnoliaWitch]

Goals!! Seriously speaking, this is like a meeting of both my costuming goals and my travel goals, and now I have a project to work towards for next year! 😂

[@nimarimo2650]

Vous êtes Ma-gni -fi-ques! Royalement, absolument Magnifiques! Thank you for sharing this breathtaking moments. Joyeux dixième anniversaire, avec admiration et salutations chaleureuses du Québec.👏👏❤❤🤩😘🤩❤❤👋👋

[@tanya2660]

What an absolute masterpiece

[@MrAnonymous2332]

Talented brilliant incredible amazing show stopping never the same totally unique completely not ever been done before

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

So fun seeing all the beautiful dresses and the wearers spinning and swishing!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

I'm always so amazed by your beautiful work!

[@amaeve1950]

You are so unbelievably beautiful in your costumes, your joy in what you are wearing shines through!

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

I was just thinking about you! You make such beautiful clothes, and, look so wonderful in them😀

[@LauriesPlace999]

An absolute work of art, Happy Anniversary 🎉

[@lwoods2pink]

I’m speechless. Your gown is GORGEOUS! 🩷🩷🩷

[@Andrew_in_the_garden]

It's so impressive taht you've done multiple of these intensely complicated dressed, I struggle sewing regular shirts so I'm really in awe jgdsjgdj Also I love hospital playlist!

[@belledobson2007]

Who doesn’t love a cape, you’re u feel like a superhero

[@astrothsknot]

the dress is awesome, but i love all those photos of you and your hubbie just being in love and adorable.

[@saltlifegull4091]

OMG....tears in my eyes! Your husbands outfit Rocks too!!! Thanks a million for sharing!

[@dee-annegordon5959]

Absolutely stunning. I loved the lace cuffs you created.

[@craftybookworm8280]

So beautiful. I am in awe of your talent.

[@tessabates1078]

Absolutely beautiful! Well done!!!

[@bloomfieldartsacademyatsac4033]

a single word - WOW!

[@thelastmedici4764]

🤗Congratulations what an impressive dress and what a talent👏👏👏

[@kjmav10135]

That is a masterpiece!

[@m.maclellan7147]

You absolutely were Glowing ! So glad you were able to "live the dream!" Happy Anniversary to you and your husband. He looks so handsome! Nami Sparrow was also ravishing ❤

[@gabrielacarolina_]

It's crazy to see how Versailles would have looked back in it's hayday. And you're very right, the lace TOTALLY brought it all together amazingly

[@ireymm]

Omg it turned out amazing! you look so happy and so beautiful!!

[@UYTRELLO]

Oh, it's just fantastic!

[@michellecornum5856]

Absolutely gorgeous. I, too, prefer the unattached Watteau pleats. Gorgeous.

[@AuthenticWe]

Just lovely, i thought i was good sewing some linen pants today and seen this... 😅 Time to up my game

[@valtarrant6527]

A beautiful video! I would like to see the "getting dressed" version, please.

[@sarahmwalsh]

That dazzling smile of yours *almost* outshines the gown!! Your delight is delightful!!

[@bohemiansusan2897]

Thanks for sharing this video. Nothing more satisfying than to look at a finished garment when hours and hours were spent doing intricate work. Words cannot describe the euphoria that sets in. Loved how you would spin around at the ball.

[@Outback0423]

I love your joy and excitement

[@Cali-at-the-beach]

Stunning!

[@Velociraptour]

Since you've gone to Fetes Galantes, would you consider going to Le Grand Bal Masque next. You can wear an 18th century banyan...because it's past you bedtime.

[@terpinator24]

So wonderful! So much information and inspiration! What a finale!

[@amaeve1950]

Can I just say how much I love your scissor mount. So practical, and elegant.

[@BlondLanfear]

Gorgeous work as always

[@stitchingincostume]

Pure Joy! Thank you for the time you put into sharing your process and the amazing video of the ball. 🌹🌹🌹

[@claudiabowles1961]

Absolutely beautiful ❤️🙏❤️

[@ladybirdchance]

You look so happy at the ball. Fab to see.

[@laurajeanmahon]

How lovely you are amazing 🤩

[@Sewstine]

Thank you so much!

[@juls_krsslr7908]

Wow! That dress looks amazing! The trim is gorgeous! I bet you had the best dress at the ball. You looked beautiful! The feathers were a great touch.

[@honeykat1]

Beautiful dress! beautiful ball! beautiful couple!

[@rosejames8057]

Thank you for your beautiful video. Congratulations on 10 years!

[@cor3944]

I have so much respect for the people of the 18th century to create and make such beauties and all made by hand. Such craftmanship and intelligence! (And this goes also to you!) Compared to them our „fashion“ is really poor and ugly. Thank you for reviving these jewels and giving insight into the production proces. ❤❤❤

[@robyntaylor3587]

You never cease to amaze, Christine. I am in awe of your inspiration, imagination and creation! I loved the video and my favorite moments were of you enjoying yourself. You reminded me of a little girl getting to play princess for an evening! Thanks so much for sharing this. You truly inspire!

[@mattieblackeyes957]

130 hours?? that seems fast! By which I mean it looks like even more time went into it, so you work fast and well. Congratulations, it's gorgeous and really looks worth that colossal effort!

[@ConstanceCravingnz]

OMG you look like an absolute QUEEN!! So beautiful, I held my breath just watching the trim go onto it. Superb.

[@yeppeogeu2828]

STOP THIS IS SO CUTE 🥹 your joy just shines in every picture and that happy anniversary ooh melted my heart 🫰

[@Asummersdaydreamer14]

Congrats on your 10 year anniversary! I remembered I needed to watch this video when Crescent Shay released her gown video for the event, and the title reminded me of your ball explainer video but not the gown construction video yet 😅 Also, Hospital Playlist is comforting and lovely, and it’s so nice that healthcare professionals also like it.

[@jenford7078]

You have a very special talent and that has led you to a very special life!

[@mdldgsc]

I look forward to your videos every month ❤ wonderful work as always 💕

[@golden1789]

You both looked incredible.

[@SmithCaro]

Hospital Playlist ... Awesome K-drama ... 😊

[@lindak8664]

That gown turned out so beautifully! You looked so vibrant and happy in it. I always love that beautiful blue court suit you made for your husband, i know it’s a project from few years ago now. But it’s still stunning. I can’t wait to see the maroon one. Makes me want to drag out my Georgian era romance novels. Yes Mr Marquis of Rothgar and Mr Duke of Bewcastle, i’m looking at you two.

[@PokhrajRoy.]

I mean, I loved the Versailles Video which had me squealing and I’m here for the making of the dress.

[@roxiepoe9586]

This is breathtaking.

[@susanpolastaples9688]

You look amazing and very beautiful. The pink outfit you wear in the beginning is also neat. Did Malcolm like the Parcs in France? Next year what about recreating Sofia Magdalena's wedding gown?