I made the evening gown from Anastasia - the dress that she wears to the Russian Ballet!

[@rozimaali-taylor7453]

I think as little girls we all wanted someone to look at us like Dimitri looks at Anastasia in that scene. I loved this movie so much as a kid, and tbh it still holds up today as an amazing movie. You look stunning in that dress ❤️

[@hotspidicey]

honestly i still want someone to look at me like dimitri looks at anastasia in that scene-

[@Paula11117]

Agreed but not only girls.👌🏻❤️😀

[@loretta_3843]

I know if someone looked at me like that, my first thought is "what's wrong? Is something on my face? My dress?" My last thought would be, "oh yeah, I know I look damn good!" 😕

[@bxby_sterlinghi3857]

I thought it was just me😭😔

[@david_8924]

Yes, the dresses in Anastasia are iconic! Her dream sequence ball gown, her coronation gown, her cute dress on the boat (which may now be considered some type of cottage core), her 1920's flapper outfits in Paris, etc etc. The list goes on and on. All truly so integral to selling the whimsical and magical feeling of the story.

[@momosaku16]

omg you`ve done it again! it looks spot on! I think the fabric was also a good choice and you look stunning in it :) I also loved Anastasia as a kid and didn`t understand where all the animated movies I used to watch went...

[@Sewstine]

Thank you!! I hear that Disney is reopening their 2D animation department and I AM EXCITED.

[@adedow1333]

@@Sewstine That's so exciting! Well done btw! I'm so glad that you waited for the correct fabric even though it was hard. This one is beautiful ❤️

[@theslenderchick1797]

@@Sewstine I REALLY hope so! Don't get me wrong....CGI films are ok...but I miss that handmade cell quality

[@lara_bk]

This dress is literally one of the prettiest dresses in any movie ever and it suits you so well!

[@ashleyalexandermorris9645]

That look of joy when you’re wearing it gives such joy it brings tears to my eyes 🥰🥲 You’re such an inspiration to us all to go after what we want!

[@sarahheri7027]

tell you that - the amount of love i have for this particular dress is kind of embarrassing, and now that you made one, i'm wondering why i shouldn't make on, too... absolutely beautiful! the dress, too :)

[@Sewstine]

YES!!! I can completely relate. And you should ABSOLUTELY make one! :D

[@Sewstine]

And thank you so much!!

[@Kinglystateof]

I always imagine this dress being made in silk velvet which I think would be super 90s and it definitely solidified my decision to go to fashion school so I can learn to make things I love

[@savannahdanobrega8887]

I love this movie so much I watch it every year on/before my birthday which is tomorrow, maybe next year I'll try to make this dress for myself as a birthday present but all of the dresses in this movie are so beautiful I think I'd go back and forth about which one to make

[@guitaristk]

Totally hit the mark! Looks soooo glamorous! 😭 it really touches me that as an Asian-American person you’re bringing to life these magical dresses and it fits you like a literal glove. I’m not sure if I can even express how important that feels and how seen it makes us feel. 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽

[@Sewstine]

❤️❤️❤️ Thank you!!

[@lottiee-w8212]

This is such a gorgeous dress! The version that Linda Cho designed of this dress for the Broadway production of Anastasia has got to be my dream dress!

[@Sewstine]

Thank you! I LOVE that version! Honestly though, this project was all about appeasing my highschool self and she would have wanted this simple one. :D

[@annbrookens945]

I had never seen the costumes for the play so I went and looked them up! That dress is beautiful...but I prefer the movie version!

[@niamhybeagable]

I honestly think my favourite thing about this whole video and project is the look on your face while you were futzing about with the gloves and things. That level of glee and joy is what this hobby is all about.

[@Magicbased121]

My jaw actually dropped, absolutely stunning

[@Sewstine]

Thank you!!

[@rijgddurfncg]

This dress just defines elegance. It's amazing. You can tell from the footage how thrilling it was for you to put it on! Very, very cool to watch you make this, thanks for sharing! (And I'm glad you waited for the midnight blue fabric, it really helps give it that dreamy quality.)

[@Hajer-Sadoun]

My dress dream too. l I wore something similar to to it and it felt amazing. I still watch the movie from time to time

[@StephanieCanada]

Floored! Just floored! You look like you stepped straight out of the movie!! This was also one of my favorite movies growing up and I do believe I ran thru 2 copies of the VHS because I watched it so much. BRAVA for making your high school dream dress come true!!

[@hailtothefire_]

That train fabric is so beautiful and it makes me think of my favorite animated movie dress which is the sparkly dress from The Little Mermaid. The end result of this dress is stunning!

[@Sewstine]

Omg are you talking about the white one that she wears as she gets out of the water at the end? Because I didn't even THINK about that but now someone has to do it!

[@hailtothefire_]

@@Sewstine I always thought it was a blue color, but yes that's the dress I'm talking about. I hope someone makes it in the future because it's so gorgeous!

[@sarahheri7027]

@@Sewstine ooooh yes, that one is sooooo pretty, too!!!

[@dbseamz]

@@hailtothefire_ It's definitely blue. Almost a periwinkle. If I had enough money and time to make it I would add little rhinestones to make the sparkle effect seen in the movie--they look magical in the right lighting.

[@roxiepoe9586]

When Disney bought "Mash", Klinger became a Disney Princess. This gives me joy.

[@You-th3cn]

and he outclasses!!!!!!

[@sarahelmore83]

I am *SO* thrilled to watch this video!! My high school self feels the same way about this movie! My first OC- RPG character was named Annya because I loved Anastasia so much. The music is so iconic and you are so right about the chemistry and rom-com nature of the film. This gown was so influential on how I wanted to look for the first prom I ever attended (I went to 3 proms, the first as a sophomore) and I begged my mom to see a version for me. The version my Mom sewed for me was a strapless deep midnight blue satin a-line ball gown style, with a shimmery scarf accessories (I wore long gloves for a little while but they didn’t last long at prom), so wasn’t super true to the movie, but all I remember is how special and beautiful and perfect I felt, and that I was my own version of Anya. I lost my mother in February of 2016, and I am so grateful to have these memories of her and the dream dress she sewed for me. 💜

[@wrentherainfalls2925]

This is a dress that I never thought I’d see in real life! Absolutely beautiful!

[@valzahnzahn]

Beautiful you did this dress and this character justice. I looked up to Anastasia growing up soooooo much!

[@Sewstine]

Thank you so much!

[@hotspidicey]

me too!! she was basically my biggest role model as a kid

[@finecallmejane]

Holy crow, seeing the whole process and then the dress reveal at the end...I ended up happy flapping my hands. MAGICAL!

[@ushere5791]

happy flappers UNITE! :)

[@hadiyahkhan76]

I have seen this movie so many times that I remember every second and it makes me cry to this day. the blue dress was my dream dress, I have d r e a m t of this dress, its just so magical. crying, screaming, throwing up, this was beautiful, you looked radiant and just sooooooooo beautiful !!!

[@CrownedLily]

I saw Anastasia in theaters with two of my aunts when I was 12 and I fell in love with it. I watch it on Disney+ all the time now. I loved this vedio!!

[@susiecarson]

Stunning! Anastasia is one of my favorites as well. My daughter wants me to make her a version of the coronation gown, and I’ve been putting it off forever.

[@Sewstine]

AHHH!! I love that one. If I did it, it would be with embroidery that would be so detailed and over the top though. Good luck!

[@susiecarson]

@@Sewstine Of course you would! I wish I could do the embroidery that you do. I actually made her a velvet version of the ballet dress once. It was good but not as amazing as yours.

[@candacej.wilson3770]

Beautiful! I love your makes and I have a great time watching and laughing! I am an Army veteran and watching your videos helps with some of my anxieties. I learned so much each time I watch. I have to get use to hitting the like button because I am so immersed. One Love! ❤️❤️❤️

[@Sewstine]

Thank you so much! And thank you for your service; glad I can help relax even a little!

[@candacej.wilson3770]

@@Sewstine I am so grateful! I have found my peace. I even had my best friend watch your video on the vest I commented. He loved it.

[@lordfreerealestate8302]

The whole outfit is stunning. Puts even some disney princesses to shame.

[@aralisji]

I found myself saying "Wow" out loud at the final reveal 💜 You did such a wonderful work translating the animated dress into the real world and the accessories really bring it together!

[@AllThePeppermint]

This just satisfied so, so, so many girlish dreams of mine to see this gown as a real dress! It's definitely on my bucket list to someday make the dress, too. If I ever do, seeing your plight with the glitter tulle, I think I would make one change and that is to use hot-fix crystals all over solid midnight blue tulle drape. I think the glitter tulle looked a little stiff for my taste, but I'm also not on a deadline for a gala. Thank you so much for this! I just subbed for the first time.

[@emmalemon26]

I feel your pain re: velvet!! I tried to make a Christmas dress in a faux velvet and it was the most anger inducing sew of my life. Then I hated it on me! Thankfully my wife liked it and it looks great on her so it didn't go to waste! 😊 Love your interpretation of this dress btw! Saw the photo on Instagram earlier and was excited to watch the video 😊 I always enjoy the way you explain things and how passionately you speak about sewing ❤️

[@red0004]

This makes me so happy, bacause i am also making a dress from Anastasia, specificaly the dress from the dream sequence, and i love that this movie is getting some recognitions!!!

[@misscarolinasousa]

Oh, Sewstine! I can only sigh in deep admiration of how gorgeous this turned out. It's even more beautiful than I had antecipated

[@Sewstine]

Thank you so much!!

[@marynapier2007]

There is no doubt you will be the belle of the ball. Your dress is beautiful and you look stunning!

[@jrrpolzin2]

20:45! That moment when your dream becomes reality. Gorgeous!!!

[@OcarinaSapphr-]

After seeing Rachel Masky’s in-closet cosplay for Anastasia the other day, this is an awesome follow up!

[@sarahwatts7152]

No words. Just applause.

[@bethmartinbooks]

Well my draw dropped when I saw the dress on you. That midnight blue suits you so well!

[@ChristianBrillante]

Those pattern weights are adorable!

[@albamoleraromero]

The talent 💙💙💙💙💙💙, very Well done!

[@lifae]

Seriously, you're like a Wizard! You make the most beautiful dresses 😍

[@Sewstine]

Thank you!!

[@CharleneNicole]

This was the dress of my childhood!!!

[@briefisbest]

Thank you for holding off for the blue, it's perfect!

[@itskylierae]

Wow it’s absolutely stunning! I’d love to see you do some Bridgerton inspired dresses. Or other Disney princess outfits

[@alaskacosplay]

I plan on making this dress again since I have made it when I was starting out in cosplay and I made the front of the skirt too short and made of spandex which was a good option back then but I wish I made it out of velvet after watching the animated movie again. I might use my corset bodice pattern that cups my chest but I could extend it to the floor and even it out so it just kisses the floor but with a deep hem in case I wore shorter heels or taller shoes. You have really made my day today since I always look forward to your projects since they are so detailed and I'm always amazed at the final result which makes me smile.

[@Sewstine]

Ooh! Good luck making it in velvet - I do think it'll work GREAT in that fabric since it tends to hide darts and seam lines!! Thank you so much!

[@alaskacosplay]

You just made my 16 year old self (me when I first started cosplaying) and 20 year old self (currently watching your amazing videos) smile like a Cheshire cat.

[@hannahhester8376]

Ugh, one of my all time favorite movie dresses, besides her ballgown in the end

[@user-pl4yq1oc1y]

Wow, so beautiful! I got a glimmery dark blue velour for christmas and have a navy chiffon skirt I need to upcycle 👀

[@Sewstine]

Oooh!!! :D

[@sophieclinnick95]

Yes such a beautiful dress!! Been a dream to see it in real life!!

[@leisongivangomo5656]

WOW! Stunning! This is one of the absolute nicest dresses I have seen created in awhile! I also like how your commercials are actually relevant to what you do!

[@TheGrandSilence]

The dress turned out gorgeous and you looked amazing in it!

[@evstuff688]

Her announces Sateen’s red dress. Me: screams and kicks the air out of excitement. That is going to be amazing I cannot wait.

[@CraftingBookNerd]

I cannot thank you enough for bringing us along on this adventure! Growing up I also didn't have a "favorite Disney princess" because Anastasia was (and is) my number one. My sister and I used to rewind our VHS to the slap scene at the end of the movie soooo many times because the dynamic between Anya/Anastasia and Dimitri was PERFECT. I'm still holding out in hopes that you make her coronation/Russian ball gown but again, THANK YOU for this masterpiece.

[@estadoagridulce]

oh god, i love this! "Anastasia" is my favorite animated movie from my childhood. Your dress is gorgeous!

[@ellehogg8729]

sewstine, you are the most calming person on youtube

[@aryakatya27]

my favourite movie from childrenhood

[@Sewstine]

YES! Mine too!

[@MelzoA.]

This movie was always my favourite, because Anastasia is the prettiest of princesses. Also she was not this little naive girl, that took the first prince that she saw 😄 Dimitry and she have adventures together and really fall in love, wich is missing in the movies before this one. I love the dress. You did a great job. Thanks for bringing it to life ❤️

[@FlagCutie]

This was also one of my favorite movies and I was heartbroken when I learned what actually happened to the real Anastasia. Also, I have a lovely friend that cosplayed this look the last time she was a redhead and she looked absolutely stunning like you!

[@chrissyjordan8190]

This is so perfect. Anastasia is the BEST. You look gorgeous.

[@joakescarnival8303]

Omg... the flying pig bag in the background is wonderful. And this dress has the same glorious vibe as the animated one! Great job!

[@ladyyuna2000]

Beautiful evening gown and I love watching Anastasis too it's one of my favorite movies to watch too when I'm alone in my room.

[@PrincessCullen94]

Oh my god, it's like you've seen my Pinterest board on cosplay xD. Love it

[@Happyavery]

I am stunned, gagged, and speechless. This was my favorite movie since I was a wee lass and I always wanted to wear her opera dress in real life and this is beyond perfect and everything my little girl heart wished for. You look SO GOOD

[@biazacha]

That’s like all Millenials and Gen X dream dress…. seriously living vicariously through you rn, hopefully someone at the ball recognizes right away!

[@annissa8959]

This is my childhood favorite movie too, for many of the same reasons; a heroine that speaks up for herself, a well written romance, fun side characters and a darn good adventurous story that got me enchanted! Your dress is marvelous and looks like it could be as much a classy timeless evening gown as a cosplay!

[@annapurvis3283]

I really love how clear it is that you make things that make you happy and joyful and giddy. It always brightens my day.

[@FullMoonOctober]

I recently saw that sequel/spinoff for Anastasia and I've been thinking about this dress for days now. It's so cool that you brought it to life! Whenever you do get to go to your ball, I'm sure you'll be just as striking when you walk in.

[@hollyneal355]

Didn’t realize the tremendous amount of construction involved in making this dress!! Bravo!! 🙌

[@MisSiszY]

HE IS BARTOOOOOK THE MAGNIFICENT

[@MisSiszY]

And now Ive seen the full reveal - it looks absolutely amazing ❤

[@sherra-sama]

Absolutely gorgeous job! I always thought that main part was velvet too, but lord, touching velvet makes me hurt inside, I dunno what that's about. But honestly you took my breath away at the end, so I was doing a bit of slack-jawed awe myself. This movie captivated me too, and it's partially responsible for me being a Don Bluth junkie (turns out I had always been one, but by the time I saw this, I started paying attention to the credits.) My dad passed away when I was 8 and then I saw this during a substitute teacher day in homeroom in the 7th grade and no one knew why the hell I was bawling my eyes out from that dance scene with the ghosts at the beginning. Sigh. Thanks for always breaking me, Bluth. Side note: I've been waiting since just before COVID to go see the Broadway version, which was DELAYED this whole time for the aforementioned reason. Supposedly, show is on this month! I am vaxed and ready to sob again!

[@Chibihugs]

Sewtine is an utter queen! This gown is giving me serious childhood nostalgia.

[@elena.3372]

So I only clicked because of the gloves but I'm not disappointed! I learned so much. Thank you! It's a beautiful piece

[@magalila8853]

I like that the subtitles write "anesthesia" for Anastasia

[@KD....]

Dude! It's literally perfect.💙 It's so beautiful. I wish the video had 10 minutes of you just walking around in the dress.

[@amandasparks334]

GORGEOUS. I don’t think it’s possible to watch that movie and not fall in love with that dress 😍

[@lizardqueen47]

So so happy to see the love Anastasia most definitely deserves!! 💙💙💙

[@azar7377]

Beautiful, absolutly gorgeous. It amazes me how you are able to make a cartoon dress into a real one with no doubt what so ever that it is the very same dress.

[@waterbitten]

A note to process, thank you so much for including the step how to transfer fitting changes to the paper pattern that step is so often skipped.

[@karenlam2988]

OH my goodness that dress is even more fabulous than all the wonderful things you have made before and you look so so SSSSSOOOOOO beautiful in it! Gorgeous!!!!!

[@carolyhen]

I am screaming!!!!! Beautifulll, amazing💜💜💜

[@rogueone72]

Thank you for your video. This is my dream prom dress and my sweet amazing grandma is making it for me. I'm so grateful for her doing this for me.

[@drvile4150]

literally your channel is so underrated

[@AmiableAimee]

Those nails (and that giant Sharpie) were giving major Sleepy Hollow dress vibes!

[@this_jedi_crafts6626]

Gorgeous and stunning work! I just love watching your process and your editing totally keeps the viewer engaged. ...and THANK YOU for stating that you iron your patterns. I thought I was a nut BUT....cutting the patterns and then ironing them AND ironing them into folded pieces (once the project is finished) is part of my ritual. Glad I'm not alone in this!

[@annbrookens945]

I always loved this dress, too! It's just beautifully elegant and, as everyone says, the way Dimitri looked at her is etched into my brain! You look radiant wearing it. Did you feel like an absolute princess when you put on the opera gloves? They look royal to me!

[@katrinaaustbo638]

I just watched Anastasia last week!! Yes there love story is the best!! The kiss at the end of the movie is everything.

[@Sewstine]

Oh yes! That kiss is perfection!

[@sophie265]

You know it's gonna be a good day when there's a new Sewstine video

[@Sewstine]

Aww! Thank you!!

[@Voronochka262]

You made such an amazing dress. This was one of my favorite movies growing up

[@marissawacholder5822]

You did such a wonderful job bringing this dress to life!

[@Sewstine]

Thank you!

[@LoverofHistory]

Anastasia is one of my favourite movies and I'm delighted that you made this gorgeous dress! It looks absolutely incredible! It's so wonderful to watch people fulfil their childhood dreams :)

[@jordanem8903]

I forgot how much I loved this dress! Xx

[@ourabouras]

Can not like this video enough, I remember going to the theaters to see Anastasia and being blown away by her dress, plus Aaliyah’s version of Journey to the Past gets me right in the feels

[@jr3wx]

You are 100% correct about Anastasia being the ideal disney princess and her and Dmitri the relationship-goals of animated romcoms! Also the tutorial details in this video are so so helpful. I'm definitely going to use that basting just inside the dart lines trick in the future!

[@EllenKlever-c7k]

What a great plan to make Anastasia's dress! Beautiful! I would wear pretty high heels for the long-leg and slimming effect! Thanks for letting me drewel over your lovely dress, looking like a million dollars!

[@tiarnaellen7758]

Not gonna lie. I got really emotional during the reveal. You look beautiful! Anastasia is my favourite ever film and you did a wonderful job with the dress.

[@drvile4150]

my jaw DROPPED when you showed wearing the dress. it just looks so magical and timeless and you look stunning!!

[@sinswept]

I am with you on that hill - Anastasia is one of my favourite animated films.

[@extras19]

This is my dream dress too! You made it so beautifully, it looks just how I imagined a real world version would!

[@cori0420]

I love it ❤️ it's so much better than I could have ever imagined. I'm sorry the ball got postponed but I do know you'll look beautiful when you finally get to attend. I can't wait for the iconic red dress from Moulin Rouge ❤️ also my favorite Disney princess just has to be Tiana and I love her beautiful green and cream dress

[@TomoyoTatar]

😍 this is beautiful ...oh yes...glitter gets on everyything!!!everything!!!!

[@crystalb6277]

Anastasia is still one of my favorite movies of all times, this dress is perfect ❤️ you look “princessy” if I may say so 🥰

[@MrsJasonTodd]

The dress looks absolutely amazing and it really mad my stomach swoop when I saw how happy you looked in final shots! This is definitely one of my favorite movie and even tho it clashes a lot with what I think now I remember sitting and watching this movie a thousand times thinking "I'm going to get married in that dress"

[@CuteMeSizzle]

Should be illegal to be this talented and beautiful!