The outfit that kept your grandma’s bills paid | let’s make a nylon babydoll set

[@CrisCrossPhx]

I love watching your videos, you are the model of talent, beauty, and wholesomeness. My mother raised 9 children (2 eldest were boys, and 7 younger girls). Dad worked full-time and part time jobs, mom worked part-time, AND all while they both took college classes at night. Mom’s side gig was sewing. She made wedding dresses, and prom dresses and made all of her own clothes as well as clothes for all of my sisters. While I was going through college and trying to work part-time, struggling, I asked my mother how she and Dad did it. She smiled gently and said, “You just do it. You will see that when you have your own family, you don't think about it, you just do it because you have to.” Mom just turned 83 and still gets things done like a boss. I love you mom, RIP Dad. God bless you both.

[@ladyflimflam]

My grandma gave me a sheer white babydoll and peignoir set for a wedding present in 1993.

[@SewRena]

💕💕 when I found out it was common to give these as gifts to the bride. I want a do over!!!

[@julieoelker1865]

My mom gave me one in 1991 when I got married. Wish I still had it.

[@opheliahamlet3508]

@@SewRena😂

[@oekmama]

My grand aunt.😅

[@SimplyStormy]

It’s this and the “frying chicken moomoo” that helped my granny repopulate 😂

[@SewRena]

Hahahah

[@oekmama]

😂

[@ParkDari]

When I went thru my Grandmother’s clothes after she passed I uncovered an exquisite collection of silk lingerie. She was the darling of my deaf grandfather. Together they built a very successful gas station and UHaul business. She was the most strait laced Baptist I had ever met. As a good Christian woman she clearly prioritized and enjoyed the sacrament of the marital bed😁💜

[@HJKelley47]

I was born in 1947, so it was my mother and her baby doll pjs that brought me into the picture (LOL). My Mom got pregnant in late April 1946, one yr after the end of WW2 (May 7, 1945). Her favorite color was pink.

[@SewRena]

Hahaha a product of the pj’s 🤗🤗 so nice to have you!!!

[@kayemcmullen]

Seems we are both boomers- I was born on May 7, 1946, I wore these as a teenager usually made in lawn cotton - I’m not sure if that’s what very fine cotton fabric is called in the US.🦘🇦🇺@@SewRena

[@Lemoncatsf]

My mother, who was married in 1969, had a drawer full of these beautiful babydoll and sheer nightgown sets 😍 I used to sneakily go through them. Thank you for another great video!

[@becktimms]

So that's why my Great Grandma paid extra for a genuine ruffler foot when she bought her 221k 😂

[@SewRena]

Hahaha it was an investment to her future 🤣🫡 grandma

[@delana2842]

@@SewRena, 🤣

[@lourdesperez2861]

These set were given to me as gift by the ladies in my family,they were for our hope chest,when we married,I has at least a dozen of these .Also they were bridal shower gifts,my age 70plus

[@SewRena]

I think that was such a wonderful gift idea I would have loved something like that!

[@charlottemajewski5992]

I love it! Would look good in lace too. A tip for sewing sheers, stabilize the cut edges with spray starch. Much easier to seam and washes right out.

[@SewRena]

Thank you very much

[@tuffgirl922]

What a great tip!

[@AvecPoesie]

Oh my goodness, fabulous tip!

[@opheliahamlet3508]

I forgot all anout that. Thanks Charlotte

[@jvzzyc_]

omg the intro 🤪 I'm HOLLERING 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@notever8932]

Okay, so I’m an old guy who sews and just subbed to your channel as I’ve been not actively sewing for about 20 years and am just getting back into it. First, this set was amazing. My mother had something similar in baby blue but just past knee length. Though I remember her wearing it with her hair in curlers, no makeup and a cigarette hanging from her mouth as she made breakfast. NOT very attractive. My parents divorced in 1975, lol. Second, I love your work and style!

[@AsagaoSTL]

My mom had a set like this. It was my favorite dress-up item. I felt like Eva Gabor on Green Acres. Lovely work!

[@Heyu7her3]

"Iiiiiiii get allergic smelling hay!"

[@lesw3803]

So excited! I ordered my nylon from Mood. They have soooo many colors! And it is $7.99 per yard. Thank you for the instruction and the inspiration.

[@SewRena]

Omg yeyyy! Thanks so much for letting me know about the nylon at mood. That price is pretty good. I can’t wait to see what you make. feel free to send my pictures if you want 🤗🤗

[@lesw3803]

I will! @@SewRena

[@StephanieCanada]

I loved how this came out. And “I couldn’t leave well enough alone” is SO DANG RELATABLE!! ❤

[@SewRena]

😂 thank you! I swear it’s always something.

[@joyceannjackson4796]

How beautiful . Everything you touch turns out so gorgeous. Thank you for sharing all of your Amazing talents with us

[@SewRena]

Awww thank you so much I really appreciate it 🥰

[@hannahstraining7476]

That pink is your shade! Well, and yellow...and red..and brown...and peach...and white...

[@SuziPoozi]

The warning at the beginning was too funny! This is so cute and you look amazing in it! Looks like your bills will be paid too. LOL : )

[@SewRena]

Thank you 🤣😂😂

[@bridgettemallory6868]

I'm a home Health of provider my client was raised during the era and she has drawers and drawers full of those gowns

[@sewingintrifocals-alisonde7778]

When I was a little girl I wore babydoll sets-but the sets that were appropriate for little girls, not sheer, ha-ha. Memories! I love the warnings, too! I am 64 and divorced, so I just need a man to pay my bills-my babies are adults, and the “factory “ is closed! 😂 Going to enjoy watching this video-nice night wear patterns for summer. I love girly PJs like babydolls.

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much!!! May the nylons help your bills get paid. Thanks so much for watching 💕❤️

[@Micheller1210]

Me too with those ruffles on the panties 😮😅

[@locsbyholiday2231]

I'm so glad you didn't leave well enough alone. It gave the gown the je ne sais quoi that it needed. GORGEOUS!!

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much 🥰🥰

[@donamorenoable]

🤣Great disclaimer warning. Very pretty set.

[@sandramadaris7814]

How pretty!!! I don't need these at this point in my life as I'm a widowed 69 yr old grandmother, but they'd be so attractive on younger wives and moms! Great way to keep your man interested! --remember for all men they are biologically motivated by visual stimulation! So get busy sewing all you sweet ladies! Sadly I'm at the full length granny flannel gown stage of life!😊😡💖

[@billiebluesheepie2907]

This turned out gorgeous! My existence is down to one of these nighties! (I’m the eldest of ten children, which proves that they’re dangerous, to be fair my mam also had the really high mule fluffy slippers too!)

[@SewRena]

Hahahah hilarious! I wanted to make slippers but just the base slipper was $30 lol!

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

The decorative stitch and trim on the nightgown really brought it to life! I love the robe!

[@SewRena]

Thank you! I still need to figure out something more fun for the night gown in the future but I’m satisfied for now

[@Donna-r8z]

Oh i so wish youngsters could learn these skills, you are a wonderful role model 🎉

[@mariansmith7694]

So Pretty. I remember young girls weraring a version of this. Babydoll jammies.

[@sewingintrifocals-alisonde7778]

I was one of those young girls, ha-ha. Old girl now!

[@JP2GiannaT]

I have a VERY similar pattern to that short babydoll nightgown!! It was my grandma's, i think she bought it as a teen in the 50s. She kept every pattern she ever bought, so I ended up with it. I think I might fish it out now and try and use it..

[@SewRena]

You should absolutely use it! That’s so neat 😍

[@moonmama24]

That intro was everything! LOL

[@SewRena]

Hahah thanks

[@taniacottew8652]

Very cute and I love how you zoom in on the tricky sewing bits. 😊

[@ConkreteMan]

I laughed pretty hard at the thumbnail so of course I had to watch. “I couldn’t leave well enough alone” appealed to my southernness as I nodded my head in approval. Well done on the set! Looks great.

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much for watching 💕❤️ well enough is never enough 😅

[@tinanichols5499]

Your videos make me so happy. I wish I could show my mom.

[@kalka1l]

I love the decorative stitch you added! Good call.

[@mssixty3426]

Thank you for showing that hand-sewn rolled hem . . . . I have never seen that done before - that is so cool!

[@kayemcmullen]

Great for making a silk scarf.

[@Limagoat71]

I've not even watched halfway through yet, but I already love everything about this! I'm 52 and I've been buying vintage "nighties" (grandma's term) for 10 years now. You can get lucky and find things brand new with tags for a decent price, but they are usually pricy. I bought a free standing clothing rack that I display them on in my bedroom. I have several that need small repairs, so here I am with ZERO sewing skills trying to learn a thing or two! Thank you for explaining things so thoroughly for those of us who are brand new to sewing. It's going to be a long journey for me, but I aspire to get to your level.

[@gmfutube]

I remember having these as a kid. omg, we thought we were something in them too!

[@BronteBlu2]

Oh how I miss my Sears Kenmore sewing machine. It weighed a ton, but was simple to use and always easy to sew with and to make adjustments.

[@SewRena]

It’s my absolute favorite to work with

[@7h249]

bought my kenmore at a garage sale for $15. they're out there.

[@lourdesperez2861]

I believe that Kenmore sewing machines, I learned to sew on one (early sixties) until I wore it out from use twenty plus years later,I sewed everything on it.

[@thelittlestdragon4730]

My best friend's mom just passed hers down. She's beautiful and I love her. I still have to learn how to use the case-in bobbin though

[@Sel5581]

YES ANOTHER COMFORT VIDEO

[@delana2842]

This set is so spot on and just beautiful, Serena. The ruffles and embroidery work was lovely. I liked the daisy trim as well. Very nostalgic. P.S. The Warning was hilarious. 😄

[@SewRena]

Haha thank you so much! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video

[@delana2842]

@@SewRena, Enjoyed it a lot.

[@deborahc398]

I remember my mother having nighties like this (and I had the "child" version of them). The real question is, how does Mr. SewRena like it?😏

[@SewRena]

Hahah he loves it! My daughter wants one so I’ll probably make her one with a light weight cotton lining and matching pants

[@dn9ellis]

SewRena you are an impeccable seamstress and an absolute living doll!! 🪡🧵👸🏽

[@SewRena]

Awww thank you so so much 🥰

[@sewcute_sewvintage]

Agreed!

[@saleemahfareed4790]

Thanks for sharing cute baby doll nightgown ❤ 17:41

[@martaaberg3330]

Oh, my goodness! Thank you for showing the rolled hem stitch! I never knew that's how they got those lovely hems on silk scarves!

[@SewRena]

No problem! I actually made some matching scarves with the scrap and did rolled hems on one of them I still have to do the other.

[@kdcbattlecreek]

I agree! I've never done one by hand. Yours is impeccable, and looks better than machine hand I've seen,!

[@naturalcambion3747]

OMG that Warning had me crying! 😂🤣😂

[@SewRena]

😂🤣

[@Cynergific]

I absolutely adore your disclaimer at the beginning. Hilarious!

[@CajunRose]

The set is perfect and very beautiful!! I always learn new sewing techniques and tips, everytime I watch your videos. Also, I really appreciate that you point out the ways in which you adjust the patterms for a personal fit.

[@wayfareangel]

Totally nailed it, and I love the rosette. It really give the nightgown just enough pop. I LOVED the robe in white over top, but agree that would have been hard to keep unstained.

[@SewRena]

It so funny because I actually got oatmeal on this right after filming the reveal so dying it pink was a good call 🤣 thank you so much

[@bergetterichardson-moore6586]

Pink is my favorite color, it's Beautiful ❤

[@sukarichristian9039]

I think today's married women would enjoy these so much, but maybe have never seen them.

[@tejaswoman]

That disclaimer had me laughing out loud so hard

[@SewRena]

Hahaha lol so glad you liked it 🥰

[@mimimonster]

Your disclaimer!!! 😂😂😂 Awesome

[@vikkizoo1]

The black and yellow set with the shear skirt. 😂 I’m gonna dupe that…probably in pink and brown because that’s what’s in my stash. 🌈🌈🦋🦋

[@SewRena]

Yes!!! That would be beautiful

[@ategetho]

Such a great set!! I love the color! And the disclaimer at the beginning was perfect!

[@missladyanonymity]

And this is why my grandparents had 12 children?

[@SewRena]

🤣😂😂 it’s possible

[@lindabenson4742]

It’s just smashing! And I agree completely about the gown yoke needing “something.” The embroidery was the perfect touch. LoveLoveLOVE the ruffles!!🤩They are the perfect touch of frou-frou on this pink confection💖

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much!!! I’m inspired to figure out something even more fancy for the yoke in the future

[@jennydame]

The warning disclaimer sent me 😆😆💗 Such a cute idea and it looks so darling on you! Totally nailed it 💗💗

[@SewRena]

Hahaha thank you lol!! I hope you are doing well during the storm

[@jennydame]

@@SewRena thank you 🥰🥰 we’re doing well so far so good 🌧️✨

[@kmartin5174]

As usual, beautiful stitching! I’ve been collecting patterns like this for years, but I haven’t had the nerve to stitch with nylon. Your video is giving me the boost I needed! 😀

[@SewRena]

You can totally do it! I’m rooting for you

[@zr2jake]

I appreciate the creativity! Wish I could have seen the 1960’s’ lovely!

[@melaniekeeling7462]

Until relatively recently, I wore my grandmother's nylon nightgowns from maybe the 40s. The skirt was cut on the bias, making the hips look slimmer and the upper part was gathered to make it look like the wearer had more breast. They were amazing.

[@Dianestitchcraftrelax]

you nailed it. EMbroidery and ruffles are great

[@cyndiburns7932]

You are using my sewing machine. I was given it back in 1975 for a Christmas gift. It has been a great machine all these years.

[@RoseleeMartinez-ne1sh]

SEWRENA, I enjoy watching you n your vintage train buddy. I had already been on your page awhile then Drew's page came up then after yous meet. I think you both are great at doing your colaberations.

[@kayemcmullen]

Hi new to your channel saw you on shorts and was captivated. - I’m old enough to have worn these and fortunately was never pregnant in my teen years (oh the shame😳). Loved the tutorial and I hope it’s still politically correct to say you are gorgeous.🦘🇦🇺

[@wlk3607]

what a darling creation! love it! That pink & white flower trim was such a cute match. i like it when you make different suggestions as you go because it helps me think of alternate ways to decorate/alternate design choices too since everyone has their own taste/preferences in garments

[@SewRena]

Thank you! I’m so glad you like it! Whenever I use that trim I will be using the decorative stitch behind it.

[@kaysmyth7099]

I just found your channel. I’m so impressed with your skills and I learned so much from just this one sewing project. You have me now🦩

[@SewRena]

Welcome! I’m so glad that you found it helpful 🤗❤️

[@slbols]

LOL that intro got me! Amazing make!!

[@SewRena]

Hahah thank you 🥰

[@blufaerie]

Mmmhmmm! 😂😂😂 I love this set you made, that indeed kept Grandma paid!

[@SewRena]

😂🤣🤣

[@EmpressNatiLocs]

Sooo lovely!🤩🤩🤩 Your intro had me in stitches!😂😂😂 You nailed it and you look perfect!🙌🏿🙌🏿🙌🏿

[@SewRena]

Thank you 🤣🤣

[@kdcbattlecreek]

So cute! Impressive work. I have a picture of my mom in one of these. It was a little more sheer-racey!

[@SewRena]

Hahah I know they were! Your mom had one and she has you 😅!

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Such beautiful work! I think your embellishment is so charming. The color is lovely 💖

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much!!! I love these so much I can’t say that I won’t buy more nylon and try more styles.

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

@@SewRena you look so cute in them!🌞

[@annabellelee4535]

I love your videos! The babydoll looks fabulous! I used to buy them in thrift stores, usually with their tags attached, in the 80s to early 90s. Those and the wedding negligee and peignoir sets were my favorite. I think I might try to make one! That pink is gorgeous, but a lime green would also look wonderful.

[@SewRena]

Yes!! I want a mint green, but I’ll try and hack a different style for it.

[@annabellelee4535]

@@SewRena I look forward to seeing a video on it! You've given me confidence to try working with nylon on negligees and peignoirs!

[@saraquill]

The bottom ruffle really makes the outfit.

[@SewRena]

Yes! In the original I didn’t put a ruffle on the bottom of the night gown and on this one it adds volume to the set overall.

[@gadgetgirl02]

It turned out so great! You are so good with details. And that is exactly the right shade of pink.

[@RMFeminine4TheWin]

*I L😍VE YOU SEWRENA!!! the thumbnail & the intro has me in TEARS, LMBO!!!* 🤣🧵🪡💖👏

[@SewRena]

Hahah I love you too 😂

[@natashaa43]

Va Voom!!! I love it, probably the construction side is a little too fiddle for me, I hate working with thin fabrics but you did such a good job there!

[@lesw3803]

It is soooooo sweet! Love this you have such an imaginative eye when looking at patterns.

[@AshleyJohnson-wi3fi]

I think it's beautiful and I love it ❤❤

[@erinmcgrathejm4985]

So adorable! Well done with that sheer fabric!

[@DebbieRay64]

So cute!

[@cosmicpolitan]

🩷🩷🩷It’s ADORABLE 🩷🩷🩷

[@coquetacoqui]

Would love a video on that purple set 😍

[@MorikoKitsune]

Thanks for the tips on sewing tension. I taught myself to sew and everything that I've learned or heard from other people, that's one of the things with nylon/fine fabric that I had not heard yet. I'll be trying that the next time.

[@SewRena]

No problem I feel like once you get the machine settings perfect swing with delicate fabric is so much easier

[@kimt2au]

Oh my gosh. That is wonderful. Great work.

[@Ellaodi]

Omg I made a 70s nightgown lately as a dress and it's been a big hit. And it wasn't even sheer. Can't wait to make this one now!😂

[@DaWanaMorgan]

I wish that I could sew or even knew of someone who could so that I could get these and a Walk away dress made in my plus size. Due to my disability I am no longer able to even attempt these projects. But, I love your style!

[@karencollins7732]

I love your babydoll set!! It's adorable, cute and sexy🥰 I remember my grandmother having a beautiful sheer long peignoir nightgown and robe. It was so pretty!! That's part of why I collect vintage lingerie today. I can see how grandma got things done!! You are so beautiful and talented!! Keep up the amazing work you do. I love all of your outfits 💖🎶🦋

[@SewRena]

Thank you so much! I want to make a long one I actually have an unfinished one that I might get back to.

[@karencollins7732]

@@SewRena I would love to see you make a long one also. 💖

[@IAMPhoeniX888]

I love these videos I don’t no how to sew that’s one skill I wished I learned

[@amyshort5625]

I love these they are so comfortable

[@EphanyasisOwleyes]

It's funny now I get what you were saying in the disclaimer but you're right

[@SewRena]

Hahah I was very close to not lining it but I really wanted to wear it around the house and in my patio regularly lol

[@EphanyasisOwleyes]

@@SewRena absolutely like I'm going to pull out my Sears Kenmore I took a couple of pictures of all of the different sewing feet that come with it and I'm going to send that picture over to you on Instagram because I know we have different ones

[@redders6858]

That’s just so pretty and you look so beautiful ❤

[@winwinmyfriend4727]

So stinking cute ❤ I started one with fabric like this I really need to finish it I'm just scared to use the fabric. It frazzles so easy.. yours is adorable. I'm using a more newer pattern.

[@BlackRose73795]

I want one🫣🫣That intro has me heaving🤭love it!

[@SewRena]

Hahahah

[@lisadoes]

That is so darned cute! I love it.

[@liadanducky]

I love the grandma nightie videos 🤣❤️ This turned out so well! I’ve been wanting to make some vintage nightie sets for a while but I’ve been afraid of the material 😝 Maybe this is my sign to just give it a whirl!

[@SewRena]

Yes! Give it a try. Take your time and it will work out.

[@emantsal5060]

Ahhh!!!! Soooooo Cute as Always!!!!! NAILED IT

[@SewRena]

Thank you 🥰🥰

[@roxanneswanson8305]

Great job! Excellent tutorial, and you look fabulous in your creation.

[@thevaldorsfoodies1676]

I love the warning 🤣

[@Kera.S.]

Nailed it! Love it and you look fabulous ❣️

[@SewRena]

Thank you 🥰

[@grandmasgopnik9642]

were essentially getting the tutorial TO those reels lol! Its so beautiful though!

[@SewRena]

Hahaha lol

[@wheenmist]

Absolutely beautiful.

[@SewRena]

Thank You so so much

[@dnetlayton3456]

Absolutely beautiful!