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Odessa Denby
Registrace 10. 10. 2011
I'm a completely self-taught sewist and an amateur at everything.
I love historically inspired fashion and making clothing that fits my body and life rather than trying to mold myself into the latest fashion. Some of my projects are self-drafted or pattern-hacked, but I occasionally follow the patterns of other designers. Along the way, I share my process and show new skills I'm learning.
Sometimes you'll also see cats, gardening, kitchen-ing, and travel on this channel as well.
Support me on my ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/odessadenby
Or, become a Patron: patreon.com/odessadenby
Currently, I post videos about twice a month on this channel, but I post several times a week on Instagram:
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I love historically inspired fashion and making clothing that fits my body and life rather than trying to mold myself into the latest fashion. Some of my projects are self-drafted or pattern-hacked, but I occasionally follow the patterns of other designers. Along the way, I share my process and show new skills I'm learning.
Sometimes you'll also see cats, gardening, kitchen-ing, and travel on this channel as well.
Support me on my ko-fi page: ko-fi.com/odessadenby
Or, become a Patron: patreon.com/odessadenby
Currently, I post videos about twice a month on this channel, but I post several times a week on Instagram:
des_the_crafty_fox
I Found The Easiest Beginner Sewing Tutorial: Matchy Matchy Sewing Club Ballet Bow Skirt
Don't buy this pattern, get it for free from Matchy Matchy Sewing Club! (Not sponsored, just on a journey of trying different patterns and pattern makers)
This is probably the most beginner friendly skirt pattern I've seen that still offers a lot of fun flair, so give it a shot if you've been looking for that first garment pattern to break the ice.
Pattern:
matchymatchysewingclub.com/products/ballet-bow-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern
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Become a Patron and get bonus rewards:
www.patreon.com/odessadenby
Make a one-time donation to my project fund: ko-fi.com/odessadenby
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This is probably the most beginner friendly skirt pattern I've seen that still offers a lot of fun flair, so give it a shot if you've been looking for that first garment pattern to break the ice.
Pattern:
matchymatchysewingclub.com/products/ballet-bow-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern
Support My Channel:
Become a Patron and get bonus rewards:
www.patreon.com/odessadenby
Make a one-time donation to my project fund: ko-fi.com/odessadenby
Follow me on IG:
odessa_denby
Music
Track: Floral Nights - Artificial.Music [Audio Library Release]
Music provided by Audio Library Plus
Watch: • Floral Nights - Artificial.Music | Fr...
Free Download / Stream: alplus.io/Floral-Nights
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Making My Husband a Pirate: Stash Busting Renaissance Faire Costume
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Hello friends, It's Ren Faire season, so I'm back with a costuming video, but for my husband. This year, I'm piecing my costume together from things I already have, but his I'm making by digging into my fabric stash. The shirt pattern is the Breeze, mens/straight fit from Twig and Tale. This is a project for their Storyteller's Community that I'm involved in this year, so the pattern was free t...
Making a Shirring-Effect Summer Dress without Elastic Thread
zhlédnutí 805Před měsícem
Shirring is controversial, but it helps to make clothes more adaptive and I think it can be done in a really attractive way! Join me as I develop a comfortable and sturdy shirring-effect technique using recycled elastic for this summer dress! I used about 4 yards of a linen/cotton blend fabric, 9 total short elastic pieces, and a ton of white cotton thread. The base bodice patterns I adapted ar...
The Perfect Easy DIY Summer Skirt: Twig & Tale's Meadow Skirt
zhlédnutí 2,8KPřed 2 měsíci
As a Twig & Tale Storyteller, I received this pattern for free, but all thoughts and follies are my own. I'm filling some small wardrobe gaps with this deliciously cool and swishy striped skirt made from a linen/cotton blend fabric. Additional materials: cotton thread, 1-inch wide elastic, 13 metal buttons ~Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby M...
Looking for the Perfect Pear-Shaped Pants: Part 1, Fernway Culottes and Arenite Pants
zhlédnutí 494Před 3 měsíci
If you have a very curvy body shape, you probably struggle with a lot of off-the-rack clothes. I'm very pear-shaped, so my hips are much bigger than my waist and to be honest, I'm really disappointed by brands' "curve" fit lines having only up to 10 inches of difference between waist and hips. So, in this video I tried to make my own pants using two patterns. First, the Fernway Culottes by Twig...
Making a Sakura Blossom-Inspired Hat on a Budget
zhlédnutí 265Před 3 měsíci
While I was able to use some of the materials I already had on hand, I estimate most people with craft chains in their neighborhood should be able to make a similar project for about $7 USD. I can envision this being great for renaissance faires, cosplays, and festivals, You can also spend a little more and add more details or use higher-end finishes. Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get...
Adding a Corset Back to Fix my Favorite Spring Dress
zhlédnutí 1,1KPřed 4 měsíci
Fixing what you already have in your closet is the most sustainable clothing option, so I became determined to adjust this dress I made last year to get more wear out of it. Original dress construction video: czcams.com/video/sexabjPJqns/video.htmlsi=PgOadE4MUUNBslz8 Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Make a one-time donation to my project fun...
Becoming the Best-Dressed Peasant: Twig & Tale's Driftwood Blouse
zhlédnutí 419Před 5 měsíci
This year I'm a part of Twig and Tale's Storyteller team. So throughout the year I'll be making garments based on their patterns and telling the story of making. You can find this pattern here: www.twigandtale.com/collections/adults-tops/products/driftwood-blouse-dress-adult-digital-pattern-video-class Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Make a...
I Made a Cozy Patchwork Quilted Vest From a Free Pattern
zhlédnutí 657Před 5 měsíci
I wanted to make a cozy quilted vest out of leftover fabric from previous projects! Let's go sustainable sewing~ Find the free pattern for this vest here: twooninefabric.ca/products/free-pdf-hanbok-vest-baeja-sewing-therapy Materials: Leftover linen harvested from an Ikea duvet cover, linen and cotton scraps, poly fleece, cotton thread Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: ...
What Would Medieval People Think About Our Modern Clothing?
zhlédnutí 482Před 7 měsíci
Hello friends, I hope you find this video entertaining and informative. Feel free to share your favorite medieval styles in the comments. Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: patreon.com/odessadenby Make a one-time donation to my project fund: ko-fi.com/odessadenby Follow me on IG: odessa_denby Web Resources for this video: Rosalie's Medieval Women rosaliegil...
Making an Embroidered Medieval Gown
zhlédnutí 539Před 7 měsíci
I'm back! I did a cozy, simple project that captures medieval aesthetics, but I didn't break my neck on the historical accuracy this time. Sometimes you need to remind yourself that hobbies are fun. Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Make a one-time donation to my project fund: ko-fi.com/odessadenby Follow me on IG: odessa_denby ...
Ren Faire? More Like Rain Faire... A Soggy Day at the PA Renaissance Faire 2023
zhlédnutí 889Před 10 měsíci
I returned to my home, the PA Renaissance Faire on a very rainy day in October. Fortunately, the rain stopped in time for things like the joust to still take place, though maybe a little bit augmented for safety. Enjoy the visit with me and experience a little bit of the faire's magic. www.parenfaire.com/ Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Mak...
I Made the Viral Adjustable Apron Dress~ Curvy Sewing, Repurposed Materials
zhlédnutí 2,2KPřed 10 měsíci
I'm sure I'm not the only one whose 'for you' page has had a few different versions of this adjustable dress pop up. I decided to make my own for some classic no-pattern sewing with repurposed materials. Some of my favorite things. Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Make a one-time donation to my project fund: ko-fi.com/odessadenby Follow me o...
My Viewers Choose My Renaissance Faire Costume
zhlédnutí 500Před 11 měsíci
A few weeks ago I asked my viewers to choose a few themes for me to build costumes around for the renaissance faire and here are the results. My goal was to only use things I already have not buying or making anything new. You may recognize a few of the pieces feature in this video, actually. Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.com/odessadenby Make a one-time ...
Turning My Husband into a Renaissance Man: Making a Men's Ren Faire Doublet
zhlédnutí 1KPřed rokem
Making a 16th-century-inspired double doesn't have to be complicated. Use a button-down shirt as the basis of your pattern and it's not too hard. I also recommend using The Tudor Tailor, especially if you want to make something with more accurate historical practices. This book has so much information: www.tudortailor.com/ Support My Channel: Become a Patron and get bonus rewards: www.patreon.c...
Slow Stitching a Timeless Summer Dress: Twig and Tale's Fable Dress
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Slow Stitching a Timeless Summer Dress: Twig and Tale's Fable Dress
Recycling An Old Skirt Into A New Pinafore Dress
zhlédnutí 574Před rokem
Recycling An Old Skirt Into A New Pinafore Dress
Wearing Only Clothes I Made for 1 Week + Channel Announcements and Updates
zhlédnutí 684Před rokem
Wearing Only Clothes I Made for 1 Week Channel Announcements and Updates
You Can Add Removable Sleeves to Your Renaissance Faire Gown
zhlédnutí 668Před rokem
You Can Add Removable Sleeves to Your Renaissance Faire Gown
Channeling Chaos Energy to Sew an Edwardian Corset Cover Blouse with No Pattern
zhlédnutí 464Před rokem
Channeling Chaos Energy to Sew an Edwardian Corset Cover Blouse with No Pattern
You Don't Need a Pattern to Make this Cute Cottagecore Skirt for Spring
zhlédnutí 998Před rokem
You Don't Need a Pattern to Make this Cute Cottagecore Skirt for Spring
I Made a Pink Historical Fantasy Gown for the Renaissance Faire
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I Made a Pink Historical Fantasy Gown for the Renaissance Faire
My Comfortable Cottagecore Shoe Collection~ History Bounding Shoes
zhlédnutí 866Před rokem
My Comfortable Cottagecore Shoe Collection~ History Bounding Shoes
Will Spring Come Faster if I Make a Pretty Floral Dress?-- Making a Plus Size Sundress
zhlédnutí 479Před rokem
Will Spring Come Faster if I Make a Pretty Floral Dress? Making a Plus Size Sundress
Becoming a Modern Edwardian: Testing Ora Lin's Trumpet Skirt Pattern
zhlédnutí 793Před rokem
Becoming a Modern Edwardian: Testing Ora Lin's Trumpet Skirt Pattern
Making a Mushroom Corset While Attempting to Grow Mushrooms at Home
zhlédnutí 652Před rokem
Making a Mushroom Corset While Attempting to Grow Mushrooms at Home
Creating a Modernized Regency Dress to Romanticize my Everyday Wardrobe
zhlédnutí 2,7KPřed rokem
Creating a Modernized Regency Dress to Romanticize my Everyday Wardrobe
How to Make 3 Gifts from Fabric Scraps (In Under and Hour!)
zhlédnutí 643Před rokem
How to Make 3 Gifts from Fabric Scraps (In Under and Hour!)
How to Fit 10 Days in a Carry-On For a Trip to France
zhlédnutí 530Před rokem
How to Fit 10 Days in a Carry-On For a Trip to France
Beginner Leather and Wool Care for Winter Maintenance
zhlédnutí 451Před rokem
Beginner Leather and Wool Care for Winter Maintenance
Looks beautiful
Ok, but my first question just by the thumbnail is : how come do you have such cool fabrics?? Between that and your cool projects I think I should stop bingewatching, I already have enough fabric and projects to do 😂
Haha, well I source from a lot of places. I love to use bedding (and sometimes curtains) sourced from the thrift store and IKEA as-is, small local fiber shops, and the silk for the vest I found at a random booth at an outdoor market. Sometimes I order online as well, especially my linen fabrics. I wish the best in getting through your WIPs!
@@OdessaDenby Thank you, I guess I just really love your style ^^
This gore adjustement is very clever, I too would not wear the only bows version and do not add clothes in my wardrobe that don't see myself wearing regularly (but I don't care if it's costumey for others 😅). Also love love the wiliam morris fabric, I've been wanting for a while a printed fabric that would have a medieval feel to it to make the lining with a peek of a huge hood and that might be just the one I need ^^
That would be so cute as a hood lining! I love the William Morris Victorian-cosplaying-medieval vibe so much
@@OdessaDenby To be honest it was not my idea : a girl in my music theory class 5 years ago had a hooded cape lined with a fabric that had this type of vibe. When I complimented her on it, she said she sewed it herself, and I've been wanting to make one like hers ever since. Now I know a few things about how to sew, enough for such a project, and I've found the perfect fabric thanks to you: definitely will order some and do that very soon 😀
@@melissel5648Capes are great beginner projects too! You don't even necessarily need a pattern (though, of course, there are some great ones out there!)
Oooh the Strawberry thief! I've got a teacup to wash away that I couldn't find any printed fabric in my area a few years ago - I got my mom a green, lilies patterned cup too 🌸🌸
Yes, I love that more William Morris fabrics are becoming available!
It looks amazing with the gores! Makes the black bows pop even more. I used to have a skirt that worked pretty much like this: two flat panels for front and back, and then very ample pleated gores on the sides, with the panels held together by side lacing. It was a staple of my wardrobe for years and years. Definitely recommend this kind of garment.
It's such a fun take on a simple rectangle skirt! Sounds like you got a lot of use out of yours
I love the William Morris Strawberry Thief fabric, and what a great idea to use it in this way. Love the result.
Thank you! I definitely have plans to sneak more of the fabric into my wardrobe in other subtle ways
Very pretty 😀
Try oven cleaner on your baked on pot. Shirt and vest looked good.
Just been given a box full of tartan fabric…..im beyond excited, then I came across your channel! 👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️
Hello Odessa, I was going to skip making a mock-up because I'm impatient and lazy but after watching your mock-up adjustments on your body, I was convinced I should not skip. I'm a new seamstress, so thank you for the encouragement.
Haha, I am often tempted to skip mockups too, but for really fitted things, it's so good to have that opportunity to make adjustments! Stays and corsets can especially be uncomfortable if they don't fit you like a glove.
Every since I started acting in an 18th century historical play (back in ‘05 😅) I’ve been in love with the style, but keep telling myself I’m not “cool” or thin enough to pull modernized versions of that style off in every day life. But I think I’m old enough now to just not care and go for it anyway. ❤
The coolest thing in the world is to not care about being cool lol A lot of historical styles look amazing on thicker bodies because they are designed to create a silhouette rather than just trying to make you disappear as much as possible. Working with my proportions and shape has been a game changer that makes me way more comfortable and happy. Enjoy your journey~
Gosh, I'm sewing a shirt+ vest combo for my friend (for LARP reasons) and I was lamenting on what if I make a reversible vest....Then I started to watch your video, so it's decided 😂
Excellent timing!
Wonderful. I tea stained a cotton shirt for my kiddo years ago when he was costuming as Shrek. It turned out perfectly off white. So much more ogre/pirate like. He makes a perfectly dandified pirate. You two will make a brilliant duo swashbuckling your way through a ren faire.
Thank you! I'm glad he's getting onto it and having fun now. I can definitely see how that would be perfect for a Shrek costume too!
yesss! take the STEM man to the ren fair!
He loves it! After his first visit he has been gradually persuaded to explore some costumes
Lovely silk 😍 a few years ago i made a dress out of saree silk, flatlined the bodice pieces + interfaced the edges of my tiers with regular cotton so it's sturdier. Thank you for the tea staining link -- I've always just assumed it was an imperfect process with inevitably unruly results 😅 I would add maybe some kind of wristwear for him maybe -- could be something cloth that could be soaked in water for hot renfaire weather. Also maybe some head wear -- a hat, kerchief or bandana. If he wears jewelry, that could be a good addition or if he doesn't, maybe there's some metallic embellishments on his accessories?
Definitely looking for a good hat or bandana! I don't know what happened to my old tricorn from back when I was active in the faire scene. At a previous faire we picked up a skeleton key on a cord that I think would be a good addition for him too...
It’s very trendy
I've seen that in the last few years, simple feminine dresses you can pull on over your head have been getting popular. This was my attempt at creating something with the features I like from those dresses without engaging in a fast fashion purchase.
It’s so beautiful!!! I hate the feeling of shirring on my back so I think I’ll give this a go. I’ve been loving the son de fleur dresses which yours remind me of. I don’t think it looks frumpy but you could always add a fake placket and buttons to the front for a more modern look.
Thanks! It's very comfortable and won't catch on your skin or hair. I enjoy Son de Flor's aesthetics too, but they've never been in my budget. Beautiful brand though!
All the feels...
I like the dresss, looks comfortable 😻 the changes you made at the end improved the fit and yes definitely less frumpy. interesting shirring technique, I think I will try it. I have two grandchildren I can try it out on first 😊 Have you thought about putting a couple large folding tables together for a cutting/sewing table. Have one set up and pull the other out when you need a bigger surface, if you have the room of corse. I have my grandfathers old office desk. It’s not quite big enough for my large cutting mat 58x25in so I put a small extension on the back and I have two square sewing machine cabinets positioned on the end. It works 🤷🏼♀️ Idea for an ironing surface. I picked up an old dresser years ago. The drawers were missing but it was sturdy so I put it in the back of the truck🤭 it is waist high and a bit over four feet long. Cleaned and painted it, a friend cut boards for shelves inside. I padded the top and stapled a cover on it and it works wonderfully as a large ironing board and storage. We used leftover paint and wood scraps so the only cost was the padding. Just some ideas.
Yes, the plan is to DIY a better option, but at the moment I am working in the dining room because the downstairs of our house is much cooler than the upstairs room this time of year. And the upstairs room where I sometimes work is technically a guest room, so there is a bed taking up a lot of floor space... A good deal of rearranging is probably in my future!
ended up really beautiful! your explanations were quite clear and easy to follow :)
This is super cute and inspiring. I feel your table space struggles. I'm so glad to see another upload 💖
I'm hoping to diy a better cutting solution eventually! But I'm glad this inspired you in some way
I love this! Definitely going on my list for things to try! X
I hope you find the technique useful!
Beautiful princess seams on you, wowow I also love a hem ruffle 🥰 I think the altered sleeves were a great choice, the elastic at the end of the sleeve totally removes the costume look to me and is probably more wearable too
Thank you! Yes, I needed to make the sleeves a little simpler. The hem ruffle still gives a nice amount of floof, though.
I don't feel it's frumpy, a bit cottage core maybe but that is a good thing usually. The finished dress should be very comfy and that is what counts.
I'm a big fan of cottagecore-- definitely a Hobbit type person. I think I'm unused to wearing beige tones, but by adding some colors when I style it, I feel pretty happy with it. It's very comfy!
Beautiful work ❤ beautiful on you 🌺
Thank you for your kind words!
Not frumpy at all, super cute
Thanks, I really like it
Pretty easy to watch video, interesting and informative enough that my ADHD ass didn't want to click away. Commenting for the algorithm!
Haha, I'm glad! Thanks for the engagement
You did all this by hand?? 😯wow! Ur a pro!
Haha, not quite! I used a machine for some of the seams to save my hands. Before I had my machine I did evening by hand, but it does increase your risk for carpal tunnel, so I use a mix of machine and hand sewing for most of my projects.
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Judith was raped by two men, right.? I think Judith looked better in blue too. You are too hard on yourself, I think
I was surprised you didn't mention that courtesans could remove their skirts in the evening
Have you thought about trying The Stitchery's Split-Side Pants? She takes the basic concept of the Coquelicot skirt lace-up-and-tie and figures out how to apply it to pants. Could be worth exploring, I am also pear shaped and have been curious to try them. (I'd link but I fear my comment being eaten by youtube)
I just want to tell you how much this video has helped me Its very soothing. I love that your not super obnoxiously bubbly like most creators they come off very fake. Also the bit where you talked about how your brain sees it coming together really encouraged me for when I struggle with Patterns. But when you talked about needing a simple win after making a big mistake and not knowing how to fix the mistake you made almost makes me cry, then. It spoke to me in my current life situation and It speakes to my heart about so much more than just sewing. My life is so messy rn and this is how I feel about sewing, it's easy and I can do it and I need a simple win everyday of sewing just a little. At first it felt like I was wasting my time. I should be cleaning or folding laundry or cooking but then I realized how much it soothes my soul.
Thank you for this lovely comment Doing things with your hands has been proven to have so many neurological benefits. Besides that, I like to believe we aren't on this earth merely to accomplish tasks and "be productive". Sewing can be a refuge, an act of mindfulness. I'm glad it's helping you.
They are lovely trousers ❤
Dirndl hooks…. GENIUS!!! 🤯💕
I love your style. And I really like how the pants look on you, I would have never thought it´s "unflattering" if you didn´t say anything, on the contrary, I do like the pleading on the front
Armoury Cat: "Ah yes, the peasants have come to pay tribute."
It's so great to find a sewing youtuber with a similar body shape to mine, and this skirt is ADORABLE! Love a natural fiber flowy summer skirt. And, bonus, your cat looks just like mine!😁
Thank you! I often find it hard to find brands of clothing or patterns that suit my body type well, which is why I started sewing my wardrobe. I share because other people are probably in the same position and might find this info useful. So glad I'm hitting my target audience haha
@@OdessaDenby It's so true, I can get by but usually there's something I don't like about the fit of a garment... One of these days I hope to start doing videos of my own sewing journey, but so far my brain only wants to do one thing at a time, either videos OR sewing, not both xD anyway, glad I subscribed, I am enjoying your videos. Have a great day!
Love the stripes. I'd like to get better at pockets of that style
It's similar to a classic in-seam pocket, but the top of the skirt panel is notched in to reveal the back piece of the pocket. The Fernway Culottes from Twig and Tale also have the same style if you wanted to make some pants with that feature!
The stripes are great. Love the horizontal pocket detail. Looks amazing and cool.
Glad you like them!
Very cute fluffy helpers, and a nice skirt too