Trimming my 18th Century Robe a l'Anglaise

[@namikosugans]

I was chanting "Inch and a half! Inch and a half! Inch and a half!" and I'd like to think it timey-wimey retroactively influenced your decision. 😄

[@peitho9408]

I did exactly the same! And I actually "wooohooo"ed when we "won"! ;-))

[@namikosugans]

@@peitho9408 Yay! 😂

[@marciedemangos2205]

I literally was doing the exact same thing in my head lol!

[@cauldroncreations]

Me too, maybe we all were influencer her from the future, lol! :)

[@Mo-dk2ew]

Although I already commented on another video, here my introduction which I was asked to do: I am a costume maker, wig stylist and Drag queen from the Danish/German border and spend most of my time on sewing or deliberating how many projects I can stack on my already way to long projekt list ^^

[@Tisiloves]

Yay! Nearly done! Questions for the Q and A: 1. If you don't mind, what was the terrible thing that stopped you sewing for 5 years? 2. What are the names of all your cats?

[@reneestuckyneale1599]

Hi, from San Diego. I am a recently retired programmer/database developer. My husband and I are going to be in England next month and will be in Bath during the Jane Austin festival. However, we will probably not be in costume, but it will be cool to see so many participants in costume. It looks like a lot of fun! I think the 1 1/2” looks good. I think you could get away with separate sections. The red scarf brings out the purple tone in the blue silk belt. I have always been interested in Historical costuming but have not pursued it seriously, just for Halloween. I enjoy hand sewing, needlework and beading.

[@viralhangover]

I think you’re right about finishing what’s on the board and then just taking the time to chill before your trip. You’ll have more fun if you’re not spending half of it recovering from getting ready for it in the first place. For the q&a, what’s your favorite fabric to work with? Or inversely are there any you’ve sworn off? Personally I hate working with moire (bridesmaids dress nightmare).

[@MariaRosseau]

That metallic pincushion is amazing! I definitely want one.

[@AlishaDig]

Maria Rosseau in the same boat

[@believeinfaeries8713]

Me too!

[@tinablack75]

I'm Tina from Katy Texas. I'm 62 and have sewn since I was 14. This is the first historical costume I have been asked to make. My enthusiasm for sewing sparked again after finding you and Marika . Thanks for showing the polonaise. I don't know how to attach a picture of the finished sleepy hollow dress. Sorry. But my client is very happy with it. YAY!. Cant wait to go on this trip with you through your vlog!

[@pippaseaspirit4415]

I think the 1.5 inch choice was exactly right; it suits the proportions both of the dress and the fabric pattern much better. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 The curly bangs actually suit you well! You look so cute with them!

[@Costuming_Drama]

Thanks!

[@canucknancy4257]

Hearts on comments are brilliant. (hailing from Calgary, AB, Canada here). My son said that he is jealous of the apple tour. YAY inch and a half smashed ruffle! Cathy would definitely suggest that you chill before you go and not stress yourself out. The necklace looks perfect with the dress. 35F isn't cold. It's practically shorts weather. The scarves are lovely, nonetheless. You look adorable in the bonnet with the bangs (and then you took them off...so funny). I hope you are feeling better. Take care of you, you are almost done everything for your trip.

[@maryparker9426]

I grew up near the Scottish town of Paisley! Used to love the shawls in the museum. Now living near Aberdeen, a mile from a still lived-in castle built in 1211. My teenage son thinks your Iron Man is awesome!

[@mgunds]

Hi. I'm Maiken from Denmark. I cannot sew, even if my life depended on it... But I do like to watch videos about historical sewing, they are oddly calming and I do enjoy watching. What I can do is some serious knitting, as a colleague said today. I have considered tapping into some historical knitting - but I'm not there yet.

[@agypsycircle]

Maiken G if you decide to start looking into historical knitting you might want to look into Naalbinding, it’s actually the precursor to knitting and has been dated back to around 6500 BC!

[@jenniferpearce1052]

Not tired of the dress! It's beautiful! As a quilter, I want that print... And when you showed the necklace, I just smiled at how pretty the color was with the cream & red print. 💕😄

[@bettsamyj]

Totally not new here, but I realized I haven't introduced myself. I live in Eastern Oregon and have nearly my entire life. I love all things nerdy, historical, and costumey. I've never really attempted to make historical costumes before, I've always made fantasy and/or Halloween type costumes for our kids or for the LARP we participate in. Historical fashion fascinates me, and I am excited to start working on recreating pieces. I'm currently working on an 18th Century Ensemble for a masquerade ball we're attending for Halloween. We're nearly empty nesters (one of four left at home), so it will be fun to do more events in costume now that our time is a little more flexible. I absolutely love that you show the frustrations of sewing projects. Sometimes, even the simplest task seems impossible, even for a seasoned seamstress, and it's refreshing to see others have speedbumps, too. I've been sewing for nearly 40 years, and I feel like my learning curve has been exponential the past 5 or 6 years. Thank you for a great channel to watch!

[@bellsnotwhistles]

Hi, ive been watching since you started lady Watson, I just haven't felt like I had anything to add. I'm from Michigan, I'm 19, and my experience with sewing is a rough messenger bag and clothing alteration/repair. I want to do more but alas UNI life doesn't leave me with the time to do so. I love your videos! im living my sewing dreams vicariously through you right now. Im so happy that you posted this the same day I got my wisdom teeth out since im all caught up with handmaids tale. it was the perfect amount of time I need to ice my face. ❤️❤️❤️ I love you're videos!!

[@dittejensen2909]

Hello! I'm Ditte from Denmark. I've been lurking for months. I'm not very good at this whole commenting business, but I just wanted to say I thoroughly enjoy your vlog. Thank you so much for sharing your talent with us. I just started watching The Family on your recommendation. Mind. Blown.

[@kytrvlnurse]

The dress trim looks really good. 👍

[@kirstenpaff8946]

That red necklace is super cute. The pin magnet is also really nifty.

[@ClaraZijlstra]

Don't worry about the comments, you're doing grand! Hi, nice to meet you, I'm from the Netherlands and a novice at sewing (that's a lie, less than a novice, I'll have my first lesson in September). I found you through Bernadette Banner when she announced that you were going to be Watson. I love your rambling and we get a real insight on how you work, love it

[@elizabethhatfield2115]

It must feel great to have the 18th century robe a l'anglaise completely finished. I know when I get my winter project complete, I will feel very accomplished.

[@Amanda_in_wonderland]

Hi I’m Amanda I was originally from SoCal but recently moved to northern Idaho 💃🏻 I started watching historical fashion vlogs because as a disabled person I have issues with clothing (no wearing of pants, only skirts and dresses allowed) and was looking for historical references for winter in dresses 🥶 when I found Bernadette banner and from her you 🥰 and I find you both so relaxing and entertaining plus super informative because I sew too but nowhere near you guys level😱

[@Amanda_in_wonderland]

Costuming Drama I’m from Ventura

[@fishingwithdog3726]

So i dont think I've introduced myself. Hi I'm Autumn. I'm from Arizona and i am super into the Victorian era. Making all the different trims is a great idea. I love your glasses! They are so cute on you! I really cant wait to see your trip. I hope you do get a week off. You have worked so hard!

[@elizabethhatfield2115]

The paisley pattern, originally called buta or boteh meaning flower, was first used in the early 17th century (1600s). So, yes, paisley is period correct for 18th century, mostly on shawls, though, by that time. It's wonderful to have a family member who is as much a history nut as I am. :)

[@robyn3349]

Lovely dress, I love the curly bangs and bonnet look! Too cute!

[@suemiller9842]

Paisley pattern originates from the middle east and was brought back to England by the merchant navy in the 17th Century. It was extremely expensive, the pattern was originally woven into the fabric. Then came the industrial revolution, and paisley could be produced at a fraction of the original cost. It became very popular.

[@Notlost-lj9qt]

I have really enjoyed your journey this year. You are very talented. I have not done much sewing in a long time, but have recently altered a dress to fit properly after watching you and some of the other historical sewing channels.

[@suzybabyyeah]

I think the necklace and the trim are perfection. I am very excited for your travel blog :)

[@believeinfaeries8713]

I also have a love for all things winter clothing...but I live in south Texas...I get to wear my vintage heavy wool coat once every few years. My normal winter attire is jeans, a cardigan and a pashmina. But that doesn't stop me from buying all the coat patterns I find and drooling over jackets I find in the store.

[@Nessiefitch]

For the Q&A Which are you favorite places to buy costume patterns? Do you have a favorite historical period to make costumes from? Which costume are you most proud of? Thanks!! I'm looking forward to the Q&A vlog and to hear how your trip goes!

[@beeapple5369]

For the QnA: I wondered how you and your husband met and how long you've been together. Also as a formal introduction because although I'm shy to comment I would like to do it more. I'm Hayley I'm from England but live in Missouri with my husband. We own a cattle ranch and have a house goat. I mostly crochet and knit but do all and any handcrafts when finances and the fancy allows. I used to sew but quit after a bad experience of my own and wish to start again but we'll see. I've steadily and finally caught up with all your videos and love them all. Safe travels on your journey.

[@SimpleDesertRose]

I'm new to your channel. I first started hearing about you through Bernadette Banner when she was doing the Lady Sherlock. However it wasn't until all the videos of costume college started coming out that I finally followed a link to your channel. I hope that isn't too terrible of me. Truth be told I'm still behind on some of the other videos leading up to costume college. I only recently finished Lady Sherlock. Anyways introductions. I'm Kristy, I have 5 kids, 3 cats, 6 ducks, a bunch of chickens, and just recently added a puppy to the mix. I'm originally from the beautiful Central Coast of Ca, but now live in sunny Arizona on 3 acres (becuase you can't buy an outhouse in California for under $450,000) I statted sewing when I was 8 or 9, by hand. I'm entirely self taught. I started doing embroidery when I was 11. My mom finally broke down and taught me to use her sewing machine when I turned 14. I love seeing. I made my wedding dress with the help of my mother in law. I actually stopped sewing for about 6 years, beucase the babies started coming and I felt I couldn't sew at the time. Then of course life just kept happening. It took wanting to make a dress for my daughter for me to blow the dust off the machine to get back into it. I mostly sew dresses and skirts. I started sewing with knits about 3 years ago.My husband and I enjoy going to Renaissance faire. They have a huge one here. We went a couple years ago with my mom last minute I slapped together a pair of dresses and shifts for my self and duaghter. I have plans to make myself a new dress and shift for faire this year. Hopefully a pair of stays too. Something a little more period appropriate. And something for my husband. Since the last 2 years we went half dressed. Which should be much easier than in past years now that I have an actual sewing room. Well more of an office or bonus room off the master bedroom, that I have to share with my husband. He sews too just not as much as I do. Ok questions. I have a couple. Aside from patterns for fashion what are some good historical costuming books? Where do you get patterns for your costumes? Do you self draft or does someone make them for you or do you just fly by the seat of your pants? Finally what is (are) your cat(s) name(s)? I'm in a group on FB called sewing with cats. We share pictures of our cats and our projects there. One lady even went to costume college. One of her costumes was the Dead Cat Lady, lol. So costume college is now officially on my bucket list.

[@megantousignant18]

I use magnetic bolt and screw dishes from the hardware store for my pin holder, but yours is way cuter! 😍

[@EmsIsFab]

Wahoo! You saw on instagram but I caught up on videos today with my dog and he was ENTRANCED by your voice it was so cute, he was on my lap just WATCHING the laptop, lol! Today I am working on a celtic knot shawl in filet crochet :)

[@marciedemangos2205]

Hi! I'm marcie and I commented a couple videos back about fabric but I'm from San Diego about to move up to Santa Barbara, I'm 18 and I'm a soon to be ballet dancer with a company in SB. I love watching your videos while I sew, they really motivate me and it feels like I'm working and sewing with a friend! My current project is a regency ballgown but I've been in love with the natural form era for a couple months now too! My next project will be a set of 18th century stays so I'm all over the place with eras of history that I'm interested in!

[@mandyfonoimoana3296]

From southern AZ! I hate being caught up on your vlogs because then I have to wait a whole week to see another one! I like the smashed ruffle! The dress looks great and I can’t wait to see it on you!

[@danitzasews]

I'm looking forward to the wig. Freezing how pacuilar 🤔 I guess my question would be how did you get into historical costuming?

[@petaross7201]

You look utterly adorable in that bangs and bonnet combo, which is probably weird to say? Soz. They really change your face 😃😃

[@AdelaideBeemanWhite]

Hi, I’m Adelaide, I’m from Maine, but I go to school in Washington State. I do mostly 1890s. I love your videos! Also; I thought that you said that your friend was getting a head transplant. I hope that she is well.

[@jenniferpearce1052]

😅😅😅

[@alessandramonteriggioni815]

A-yup! Another shout out for Mainers.

[@ladystitch-a-lot]

Not sure if anyone already answered you about the Paisley but of what I have found yes they had Paisley print in the Regency Era, it looks like it was more of an embroidery then a print but they had it... I'm looking forward to your vlog on your trip! thank you so much in advance for sharing it with all of us

[@ladystitch-a-lot]

@@Costuming_Drama your welcome 😁

[@yourbookladykatie]

I love that fabric so much

[@whatkatiemadeonline3967]

This is just what I need as I keep trudging on with my corded petticoat! (Still going 😂)

[@suzismith9681]

Love the 1 1/2" trim, perfect! Necklace too. Glad your taking us on your trip, soooooo cool. I've finished the tutu bag, for the hoops bustles and shenanigans. Onto the dreaded corset vs 2. Have trouble sourcing products for special projects, here. But it will happen! Enjoy your trip.

[@bonniecolleenpappin8807]

Congratulations on completing the Robe a l'Anglaise! And cutting yourself some non-sewing slack.

[@susanlein7849]

Good decision on the trim and necklace -- looks super cute! I hope you do take a (relative) rest before your trip -- it will make the whirlwind of the trip more enjoyable if you aren't already stressed to the max!

[@JustIsold]

I commented before, just the once so I'll properly introduce myself I suppose! Im Zee, I live in the Netherlands, in the high North now, rather than anywhere near the big icky cities, though my city is a uni city and therefore probably still big if slightly less icky. It's funny, when/if I do manage the spoons to make a dress, I've been thinking about leaving it untrimmed! I'm not a fan of trim myself and I like my clothing to be well, unobtrusive, and maybe thats strange for historical costumes, especially 18th century ones, but like people were still individuals in history too? They must have had preferences like this, whether its more or less trim or a love for a particular outdated sillhouette and I bet they still got their clothes made exactly how they wanted them! So that means we can do that too, if you ask me!

[@woordenhechtster]

high north uni city? I think we're in the same place!!

[@JustIsold]

@@woordenhechtster Ooooooooh!!!!

[@brissygirl4997]

I had just taken a mouthful of water when you mentioned lube and I nearly choked! 😂 *Questions for your QnA* Where would you recommend someone start looking if they wanted to learn hand-sewing? Have you watched Jessica Jones on Netflix? I've binged 2 seasons since Monday and starting S3 tonight. I hope your feeling better and got some rest! Let me know if you'd like some stuff to read/watch on your flight next week. 😘

[@FlybyStardancer]

I was amused by you mentioning that you like scarves & jackets but it’s not cold enough to wear them. I mostly run cold, and my office has the AC blowing hard. I’m often bundled up in a cardigan, fleece jacket, and a shawl at work. So I tend to get plenty of use out of my shawls. I also wear hand knit wool socks year-round. Pretty much, if I’m comfortable, it’s too hot for everyone else. XD and if I’m hot, then it’s really bad.

[@allentaylor2236]

I'd love to see a tutorial of how you do the wig, it looks like it's going to be a cool project :)

[@Becky_Theroux_Gockel]

Hi, I live in the Mojave Desert of Nevada. I moved here 3 weeks ago from the same desert but in California. I would have used a solid color of the wine in the design of the fabric. (I don't know if that is correct to the period though). Hope you have oodles of fun on your trip!

[@amyrcoombes86]

Excited for you that everything is nearly (or by now maybe all) done. I so hope you get your bit of chill time before the trip. I will be keeping my eye out for your bonnet in Bath so I can come say hi. Fingers crossed I will get my planned new promenade outfit done in time. Question for your Q&A: what project would you say has been your most challenging to date? what made it challenging? what did you learn from it? and what would you do differently if you were to do it again with the knowledge you have now?

[@Angelab395]

Haven’t finished watching yet, but wanted to say that I used to have paisley 1800s reproduction fabric. Not sure if I still do, but I’ll look for it tomorrow to take a picture.

[@Angelab395]

If you’re interested, I tagged you on Instagram for the repro paisley.

[@kimberleybowers1190]

That bonnet is so cute

[@CatGirl-ob4ki]

Hi, I'm Karen from Indiana. I just wanted to thank you for making your vlogs, learned quite a few tips. I'm planning on attempting a corset soon.

[@mimistitchcraft]

Hi Noelle!! I'm Miranda from the UK and I'm a graduate student, researching early medieval textiles and how they were used in wider culture in the 18th and 19th centuries onward. My Q for Q&A: How did you go about finding a costuming community and friends etc? Sewing feels like a pretty lonely hobby to me and especially in Europe I've found it hard to find like minded people. P.S., fun fact: Paisley pattern is named after the town in Scotland where it was woven in the 19th century. I grew up nearby. And you can totally use it for regency period as it was extremely popular then. :)

[@mimistitchcraft]

Costuming Drama it’s nice but cold! 😹

[@babygirllovespink]

I've been binge watching your past vlogs on making lady Watson and such. I love your whiteboard and how you share and keep track of your goals with us. My name's Krystyna and I crochet and haven't really sewed since the early 2000s but since watching your and Bernadettes videos the past couple months I tackled altering a swimsuit top so my boobs don't hang right out 🤣 not exactly historical but it's a start (and the hand stitching is seamless)

[@roxiepoe9586]

I want to praise the Dior show that is currently in Dallas at the DMA. I was able to go and I was astounded by the details. It is because of my new obsession with you and your KZbin friends that I was more able to see what I was looking at. Thank you! The exquisite details.

[@TheAlbelle36530]

I live in Alabama on the gulf coast and I was like one and a half inch trim. It looks perfect

[@pauladavitt2744]

Question for next weeks q&a. What type of corset is a good one to start with for someone who has never made a corset? I’m working on a skirt that loosely based on a Victorian walking skirt, all the while listening to Jane Eyre.

[@robintheparttimesewer6798]

So glad that you were able to cross that many things off the board!! Congrats!! As for Q most of my questions have already been asked

[@Serenova]

For some reason I thought you were gonna do like... solid red trim? No idea where I got that idea from, but I was totally thrown when you used the same fabric as the rest of it! 😅

[@lindapassos]

Hi Noelle, to be honest you did the trim exctly as I would do so very happy with the result 😄 I'm very curious about that freezing method to style wigs, 1st time I heard someone talk about it so would love to know how you do it (probably you already did it and didn't record it 😄) I always forget this video happened last week 😉🤣🤣🤣💕😘😘😘

[@minjenra]

Hi, My name is Minnie and I am from Mississippi. I love all things fiber arts related. I personally consider myself an amateur, knitter, crocheter, spinner, weaver, and sewer. I am currently working on a knitted cowl and a crochet blanket for my nieces. Also,, I am sewing a dress off of the Morgan Donner channel, "One hour dress" for a friend. My question to you is: All the pretty trim and stuff on your cork board, were did you find the info on how to make it. Also, how do we know that smashed ruffles were a thing and not just what happened to the closes after being packed away for so long? Thank you for all your great content. Hope you have an amazing trip.

[@Fraloob]

Love the curly fringe and yellow bonnet! So cute!

[@thewiltedtulipcostumes]

We are from Tennessee, and we are twins. That's why you'll see me writing in plurals all the time. For possible Q&A: When did you start sewing and what was the first thing you remember sewing?

[@mandyfonoimoana3296]

The pin holder is awesome!!

[@AlishaDig]

I’m not super new but will still introduce myself my names Alisha originally from New York currently in Georgia but trying to move back north. I’m currently working on undergarments for a 18th dress and I’m trying I record it so I can be just like you when I grow up lol even though I’m new to sewing and probably getting over my head lol I’m definitely team fat ruffles lol

[@craftscrimes681]

I feel you on the time crunch. I'm doing my first craft fair in September and am no where near ready for it. I was debating watching The Family so now I'll have to check it out, thanks for the recommendation.

[@CrystalKittyCat]

New-ish subscriber here. :) I'm from Texas, and I'm a costumer who makes Ren Faire clothing and accessories. I guess my question for your Q&A will be: who's your favorite Disney side-kick?

[@CrystalKittyCat]

@@Costuming_Drama Huzzah! ^_^

[@alessandramonteriggioni815]

I would like to know which books on costuming you found the most helpful and why. What is your favorite period of fashion? What is your least? Which period are you interested in exploring but haven’t yet? Will you be doing any more collaboration costuming again? Cathy, Bernadette, and you looked stunning and I wished you could have filmed a short to really show off the dresses.

[@cauldroncreations]

So excited you are almost done and so sad at the same time! I have a Q for your video :). What resources do you use for tutorials on trim for hats and costumes?

[@julied.8277]

I'm a political science degree person myself (I won't say how long ago). I'm sure most things are different now! Love your videos. The ensembles are gorgeous. Do you have plans for later in the year, after you've recovered from your sewing marathon? Something with no deadline hopefully! I've watched a couple of your haul videos and can't wait to see stuff made up.

[@whatever4707]

Woohoo! You are closing in on it! Those bangs are so ridiculously cute. So, I've watched so many of your videos that KZbin suggested your other channel. I had no idea you were so into make-up. If you like purses, too, I'll accuse you of being my long lost twin! :D Looking forward to the vlogs of your trip. I want to do Costume College next year. I am down in San Diego. It looks like such fun!

[@whatever4707]

@@Costuming_Drama How funny on the purse love. I, too, am and old soul. Like you mentioned in another video. I've had such fun following you and Bernadette. I am looking forward to your vlogs from Europe.

[@NightKitchenQueen]

How did you get started in costuming? Did you have a background in sewing "muggle" clothes, Lolita, or cosplay? Are you planning to create costumes from other eras or doing a mash-up of eras? What are some notions you can't sew without? Could you share links or sources for your notions, like the cool magnetic pin cushion, etc.?

[@NightKitchenQueen]

@@Costuming_Drama Wonderful! Looking forward to it.

[@michellek6365]

When you put the bonnet on, I literally gasped!!! It looked so good!!! You are going to look so adorable!!! Squee!!! I have some happy Jane Austen flutterings! (I’m channeling Mrs. Bennet! Ha!). ... I hope you feel better soon (and not getting something more serious!). Get lots of rest! You’re gonna need it for your trip! Q’s: What was your first costume? What was your first historical costume? What is your favorite fashion era? If you had all the resources, time, skills, what would be your “dream dress/outfit”? Team Peanut butter or Team Nutella?😁

[@SaturdaySewing]

Enjoying your vlogs. Will you be doing anything to stop fraying on your trim?

[@elizabethharber9448]

Something about your pressed ruffle that looks so ‘right’ to me. It’s as if the gown has been stored in a treasure chest and recently brought out for display. Heirloom sewist from Alabama.

[@kimberlyhadder8809]

First of all I love watching your vlogs and lady Watson was stunning. My question is: When did you start sewing costumes and what was your first project?

[@kelleyjewell3640]

The PINCUSHION! I must have one of those, Noelle! My poor fingers are full of little holes from getting poked by my new pins! Where did you find that?

[@margaretkaraba8161]

I almost choked on my tea. I looked up a copy (today, 29th Dec.) on Amazon UK and they want £532 for a used *paperback* copy (one available) and that's not including postage.

[@FeministHeathen]

If you still need to break in your shoes, a hair dryer and thick socks do wonders. It's a trick I learned from my old roommate who was in beauty pageants.

[@beatricenowell8207]

1 1/2 inch trim was the "dig-a-de bomb". Q - What other locations have your visited for the purpose of costuming? I loved all your costumes at Costume College 2019 and the way you took on the personality of the Watson costume's character during the VLog skit. You were beautiful as both Lady Watson and Iron Woman. Q - Was the costume inspired by Iron man considered historical due to its style? Last Q - If you weren't working in you current technical field by day and as a costumer by night, would you be an actress;)?

[@4daughterscreations]

If I hadn't already subscribed the "just pettin' a boob" would have clinched it for me. My question is what do you do with the costumes once they've been worn for whichever event you've made them for? Do they just sit in the closet?

[@michellebray5739]

Hi from Christchurch in New Zealand.

[@mariebray9831]

Thanks for reading all the comments.

[@ElleY1888]

Loved "The Paradise"! It has a similar feel to "Mr. Selfridge". Do you have a favorite costume drama? I can't pick a favorite myself, and I'm always searching for new ones to watch! (I'm new. I found you through Bernadette, who I'd stumbled upon a week or two before because of her 2018 CoCo vlog. I don't costume at the moment, but I love 18th century clothing in particular.)

[@ElleY1888]

Also that red necklace with your gown is perfect!

[@shelleymonson8750]

Yes, paisley is appropriate for Regency, but your search term will be Kashmir shawl, not Paisley. The boteh motif is very old, but the shawl industry in Paisley, Scotland, did not take off until later in the century.

[@Lolibeth]

The search term you want is "boteh" for the 'paisley' pattern. All the shawls have those sorts of patterns because they were being imported from the Indian subcontinent as luxury goods, being made of handloomed cashmere. A little later is when you get the cheap knockoffs full of cultural appropriation and crappy materials.

[@michelleross9782]

Question: How many costumes and/or historical dresses do you make in a year? Does it depend on the amount of events you plan to attend.

[@terrortara6994]

Q. Where did you get your dress form? Is it size accurate to your Regency frame specifically? Any tips on best uses of it?

[@ReasonsToSmile]

I wish I had talent for this

[@jennyboldrini7330]

Q&A- it looks like you've adapted your dress form for your shape? How did you do this?

[@Nephthys_Nile]

I hope everything is okay with you and that the work news wasn’t so terrible. I have a question for Q&A with Ms Costuming: What’s one craft/sewing related skill you wish you had time to learn but are okay not adding to your skill set? Love from the other side of the world.

[@celticgoddess81]

Pasley was appropriate but with more background and farther apart. I took Sara's class at CoCo (it was for Civil War but still). They were also smaller in scale. :D

[@celticgoddess81]

HAHA! 80s/90s Child reference!!! Love it Glad you had a good sewing week, but sad you aren't feeling great. I know what you mean. I tend to watch shows and crochet or sew when I'm stressed. I was at work mostly but I did get an 18th Century Jacket fixed (for a client) and an 18th Century Apron. :D OH! I also made my niece an 1860s doll. :) She has two others that I made her last year and she asked for a red-headed one (she has a blonde and brunette. LOL) She is making the outfits for the dolls. It's cute. :D LOVE the Paradise!!! And I totally want that pin magnet.

[@celticgoddess81]

@@Costuming_Drama LOL yeah... Trying to keep busy. :D

[@terrortara6994]

Q. Do you ever make (or want to make) your own everyday wearable clothing or do you only want to make costuming pieces?

[@teresalongbotham7137]

I think you are great!

[@HCrow-et1qi]

As a fellow political science major, I'm also loving The Family (although I'm only one episode in so far). It's a really sobering reminder how many un-elected people there are wielding influence over our government. For your Q&A, I'm curious what you think your channel will look like once this trip is over and you don't have to sew at such an intense pace anymore. Will we see fewer vlogs and more other types of videos?

[@janfranklin2114]

I was curious about the book History & Step-by-Step Techniques by Kendra Van Cleave so I went on Amazon to see if I could get it and it went for $499-$900 so..... I will be adding that to my library lol! Watch Derry Girls on Netflix it is so funny. Question: I believe you said once that you came to this world of historical clothing from cosplay. Your Ironman costume looks like the two interests came together in this dress. What was your segway into the historical side of sewing? What is your favorite decade to pull your inspiration from?

[@MaestroFriedrich]

'the familube' bwahaha!

[@terrortara6994]

Q. Where do you for inspiration? Do you create any sort of mood board or vision board?

[@jessicahope3788]

Hi, I'm a crafter that hails from southern Al. I've actually started a KZbin Chanel recently, where I'll show how I do different crafts/learn new things. I've started with reclaiming my craft room and will be showing the progress from clean up to completion. So if anyone wants to see what's going on let me know and I'll send you a link. Thank you!

[@AlishaDig]

question for the q&a I don’t know if u ever used a dslr for recording but how the heck do u get it to maintain focus for filming. I know what ur using now isn’t really a dslr but do u know how to get it to maintain focus like ur camera does. Also when did u start making “historical costumes”? Recommendation for a super noob like me with way to big ambitions lol