Outlander Sewing: Making Claire’s Velvet Jacket (pattern alterations & new construction methods)
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- čas přidán 5. 02. 2021
- How I made the Claire's green velvet bodice from Outlander Season 1. Testing out Micarah Tewer's construction method. I forgot to mention in the video, the only real hitch with her method is that you have to be very confident in your pattern, as adjustments later will be more complicated, and keeping the selvage from showing depends on hand-felling or otherwise tacking the corners down.
OUTLANDER
Blue Jacket: • Outlander Sewing: Maki...
Fan-shape patterning: • Secret Formula for Dra...
Mist & Stone skirt: • 3 Ways to Make a Moder...
Claire's bodice breakdown: • Analyzing Claire's Bod... (old video, trash quality, still valid info)
Facebook group for Outlander wools: groups/17747... (The mods of the facebook group asked me to let you know that they've had a huge amount of people request to join, but not answer the questions. They said you can mention me in the question box, and ignore the rest. 😊)
SUPPLIES
3yd silk velvet: www.etsy.com/listing/61025692...
Lightweight 100% linen from my stash
A bit of natural herringbone linen
Stainless steel spiral boning
Regular lightweight fusible interfacing
Regular Coats & Clarks thread
Regular embroidery floss
5 heavy hooks and bars
FIND ME ELSEWHERE
Instagram - / mariahpattie
Pinterest - / mariahpattie
Spoonflower shop - www.spoonflower.com/profiles/...
Myfabricdesigns shop - www.myfabricdesigns.com/Artis...
MUSIC BY epidemicsound.com
1. The Village Welcoming - Adriel Fair
2. The Lonely Sailor - Adriel Fair
3. Knight's Templar - Adriel Fair
4. Globetrotter - Adriel Fair
5. Island to Island - Adriel Fair
6. Ropes Away - Adriel Fair
7. Mural Legends - Adriel Fair - Jak na to + styl
You're wardrobe is starting to look like you belong in a fantasy adventure story. It looks amazing!
“That’s not how you sew”
“Now I’m trying it”
😂
I mean does it work? Does it stay together? Sounds like sewing to me! 😂🤷♀️ I’m a big fan of Angela Walters and her “finished is better than perfect” attitude!
Omg this is soooo beautiful. I remembered that I have some velvet in my stash, and I am also fearless and stupid...
You are an absolute STAR. I've been sewing since I was 10 and am now 75 and I'm learning a lot from watching you. Many thanks for your sweet videos. I get lost in the world you create.
I just spotted the Londoners at the beginning of the video! Seeing your complete outfit makes me so much more excited for my own pair that should be arriving soon😍
You really inspire me to make my own 18th century wardrobe 😄
Me too! ! But seeing them in the snow made my heart skip a beat!
Not going to lie, the more i see you with those stays the more i want a pair for myself.... hmmmm
Excellent music choices. I also love your defense of the show's costuming.
Oh my gosh you just sewed velvet and didn’t cry, I don’t understand how this happened. What’s your secret?
Edit: ok last four minutes, I am convinced you cried at least on the inside.
i guess I'm quite off topic but does anybody know of a good website to stream new movies online?
@Jabari Jabari I watch on Flixzone. Just search on google for it =)
@Imran Davis definitely, I have been using flixzone for since march myself :D
@Imran Davis Thank you, signed up and it seems like they got a lot of movies there :D Appreciate it !!
@Jabari Jabari no problem :D
argh! You're making me want to change my period of choice! Why does everyone keep doing this to me?!
Your project also makes me want to start watching Outlander again.
You've quickly become one of my favorite youtubers, I find myself returning to your videos again and again because they're just so informative and you make things I really want emulate in my own wardrobe! Thanks so much for the wonderfulness!
Ah! Thank you for defending Outlander's costumes. I get so mad when I see people dismissing the show because of its costuming (pretty much every other sewing/vintage/history etc CZcamsr has complained about the so-called princess seams, and many of them brush over the show like it's not relevant). I also hate when people fail to acknowledge that it's fantasy/sci-fi, which I'm sure has a huge impact on costuming in the show, especially in season 3 when Claire makes the "batsuit" lol. Anyway, I absolutely love the little jacket you recreated! I wish I could pull something like that off.
I made the mistake of trying to make a waistcoat with VELVET and SILK and it just slides everywhere and that is why it is sitting half finished in a box lmfaoo. This project turned out beautifully, I love your content so much
Velvet can indeed be “very difficult to work with “! It constantly wriggles around and tries to escape! But it’s so beautiful that it’s worth it in the end 😀
Saying that you were still mad at it and then immediately getting over it when trying it on is the most relatable feeling I have ever seen!
Love all your videos!!!! They are very inspiring.!!!! I love that you gave us the reveal of the complete project at the beginning of the video so that I had a reference in my mind as I watched you construct it step by step. Well done!!!!
good point, I hadn't thought of that. Maybe I'll do it this way more often.
I also hate working with velvet, but it looks so pretty when finished
Aww, I could feel your pain seeping through the cracks there at the end. Right back at you, sister! Making a very simple pair of velvet palazzo pants taught me to never, ever touch this fabric again :(
oh man i was about to go to sleep but I gotta watch this
I so wish I had the confidence and knowledge to even attempt creating a wardrobe like this
I am so impressed that you made it out of velvet! I made a pillowcase out of velvet and almost lost my mind.
Currently in the beginning of making a full 18th century history bounding outfit, and this jacket (though with set in sleeves and made of linen) is the one I’ve decided to go with.
I can see me referring this video a lot during my making!
I am glad you did this in velvet, I know it's a pain to work with but the item is so flattering once it's done. I once tried to take all my father's silk ties and make wall art, again,that slippery substance is beyond bearable to work with, but the end is nice. (P.S., paper piecing was the only thing that worked for that, as i had cut them to one inch wide strips, and was attempting a diamond-ey argyle-ye -harlequin pattern. it was a nightmare).
Did a happy dance when saw you posted this. Sorry the velvet was such a bear to work with. But it looks beautiful.
Hard same on the velvet hatred! It is the worst! The bodice turn out beautiful though
I love the way she explains. She sews beautiful. I love her the way she teachers
3:47 I like how the music makes it feel like her sewing is a big action/training montage scene in a movie.
Great I love this bodice, something similar is definitely on my list. Plus, great timing as I whip stitch my chemise inspired sleeping top!
Okay but in the beginning getting dressed bit you look freakishly like Jenny Fraser to me, absolutely stunning!
You and your outfit looks amazing😍 I tried once to sew with velvet to, I'm not a fan. But I like the softness and the shine of velvet. It can add a certain interest to an outfit.
Yas! This is so gorgeous! 😍 And I'm glad I'm not the only one with a love /hate relationship with velvet!
A time-saving technique I use for basting is using the pad stitch on my seam basting as I can baste stitch much more quickly this way but each to their own as it may not be useful to all.
Love the little sweater/cowlette you wear while doing the time lapse of the basting of the back.
Lovely video, great music, fab jacket!
I love your videos. They always teach me something, I enjoy your explanations, also I have now a need for the zipperstays.
This turned out amazing!! I've been trying to get up the nerve to make this bodice (though out of wool, not velvet because I am definitely not That experienced) and I think this might have been the tipping point! This is so lovely and I can't wait to see what else you're going to make this year!
Oh thank god I’m not the only one who hates working with velvet
Just one thing... THIMBLE!!!
I know it’s a pain to learn, but it’s sooo worth it... I just learned recently ( btw I’m 46) - and I had to try 4 different types to find my perfect thimble - but it’s worth it!!!
Yes! I learned to sew with a thimble thanks to Bernadette Banner, but I recently lost mine and had to make a new one..ouch! Not fun!
Bernadette banner and Abby Cox were the ones who convinced me to try to learn...
Started with a normal - didn’t work because of my long nails - then I tried a homemade leather one - worked fine....
The I bought a ‘open nail thimble from wish and I really like that and use it most of the time now...
And I also have a silicone/plastic one that I use when I have shorter nails or my psoriasis bugs me...
But no matter what- the thimble is just the way to go... you probably have to adjust the way you push the needle.. I have to remember it every time because my fingers automatically try to push with the ring finger if I have a thimble on my middelfinger, and the other way around... fortunately I’ve stopped pushing with my index after using the thimble - so that’s a plus ;)
That tape seam finishing method is genius omg
Oh, I feared for you when I saw it was velvet. Condolences!
I am watching your videos through your playlist but it is set up backwards. The first video should be the oldest and the newest video should be the seventh. I am so here for all your research and abilities. You are a wicked fantastic and artistic human. I'm glad I've found your channel
Lovely!! Congrats!
I'm so happy I've found your channel! It's soothing to watch you work.. Will have to binge watch your videos, can't get enough! Subscribed!
P.s. You kind of look like Jamie's sister when all dressed up!! :-)
I feel you on velvhell....
I love how it looks and flows but sewing it could have been the 13th Hercules work.
It turned out beautiful! I also love the music you chose for this!
So impressive! And with velvet... I truly enjoy your videos! Such a treat for the ears and eyes!
Alway love your videos! I'm excited to see you build up your wardrobe with all these cool pieces!
It turned out great!
I love this bodice too! I really appreciate your geometric mind Mariah. Nice work!
I love the finished result!
Simply beautiful!
It looks lovely and fits you so well.
I was so excited when I saw your notification I've missed these videos ♥️
First thing I thought when clicking on the video was oh no not velvet. 😬 The PAIN. Still debating which is worse velvet or faux fur.
It's beautiful 😍
This is to die for!
The pendant looks like what is called a cameo! They were very common in the late Victorian/Edwardian era, if I remember correctly. You'll find hundreds of them of varying quality (from the most awful plastic knockoffs to genuine antiques) if you search for cameo necklace/brooch/jewellery :)
@@mouseluva ahh thanks so much!! Ill go on the hunt then :))
I think the "mix and match of 18th century" also kinda works for people who aren't on the cutting edge of fashion, they're just everyday functional clothes. Real people have dated elements to their wardrobe sometimes, and I think it's an interesting thing to include.
Just want to say, I love your music choices for this one!
I love everything Outlander! I’ve knit a lot of it. But haven’t tried anything to do with the sewing. You did an awesome job of it all!!!
I really love watching your progress. The wardrobe is growing so well too keep going 🙂
Sewing fitted things with a soft flowing velvet is a nightmare, but it looks soooooo worth it if it goes well.
I treat velvet with the assumption it's going to slide like that clip of a panda on a snowy hill, use a relatively light touch, baste everything and it mostly works okay.
The reason it creeps is usually the pile - the fibres sort of walk along each other and grip so they don't go backwards unless lifted.
The American Duchess cape is a good project for those who want to know the way velvet behaves without worrying too much about fit.
But hand-sew in the lining. It will save you pain.
OMG...this video is amazing. The bodice is awesome 🤩
I feel you 100000% about velvet: I am currently sewing a very easy dress pattern with some stretched velvet...the shifting of the layers is driving me crazy 😭
Thank you, this is great to see and save for when I'm ready to do the top. I still working on the chemise. I'm sooo slow.
That looks great on you.
Oh my god 😅 Mariah is going to have night terrors over velvet 😩
"I cut a 3/4" seam allowance and I don't know where it went."
Same! Every time. Same.
Btw, everyone freaking out about velvet: I once upholstered a whole sofa with velvet, I sweated and sweated than I found out I need to pin like a crazy and oh my god magic happened! Because the little “hairs” are moving on each other, that’s what it prevents by pinning every half inch. Maybe I just shared this and everyone already knows, but I wish I knew it then 😂❤️
Oh gosh, velvet is the worst! But this came out so beautiful! And I do think you are right about that front side seam. I really love watching your processes as I too love the structural tailoring part of sewing. Btw, I've heard that a walking foot might help with the shifting problem. Haven't tried it myself yet, but quilters use it to keep their layers from moving. I'm not sure if any of those on the market go together with your antique machine, but with a modern one perhaps. I have a velvet project coming up so I'm eager to see if it helps at all 😊
stunning.
I love Your wardrobe 😍 I mean furniture and clothes ❤
I saw a video about a month back, on how to iron your velvet without a velvet pin board thing. What the lady said to do was take the hook side of velcro tape, and stick it to a dowel rod, and you lay your velvet seams face down over that and you Very Gently iron.
Were your feet feeling okay in the snow? I do not have wool stockings (yet), but I am always wondering about lower cut shoes in winter and if they would be still bearable with snow getting in there and melting...
Wore them in the snow purely for the aesthetic. I do not actually recommend it 😉
Wow - i am learning a lot - just found your videos and subscribed today! I have a diff take on Claires outfits - esp about the criticisms of the 5th season bodices, which just look like a simplicity pattern with some barely rustic fabric. AS she comes from the 20th C, and can clearly design and sew (as confirmed in the batman scenes where she made an entire outift form Norah Waughs book in ONE night...?HUH? ) - I tell ppl that everyone elses costumes are more authentic and rustic than Claires as she is making or having her clothes made with modern seam lines - ones that make her comfortable. Just my 2 cents worth.
Our brains work the same way, it's not even funny hahaha! Impressive work, props for your battle with the velvet dragon, I basically want to do everything you do. :P
That description of sewing with velvet might put me off forever 😂
Now you just need a Red Jamie🤣🤣
I just finished a black velvet jacket and dang that stuff is just the devil itself, it didn't only shift around and needed a lot of handstitching, it was also too thick for turning and handfelling and magically attracted every tiny little speck of dust in a radius of 20 km😒the problem is... It just looks so pretty and fabulous xD your jacket is beautiful too but i need a break from velvet😅
This turned out so gorgeous - I was so looking forward to this video!
Also - how have I been watching your videos all this time and *just* noticed you were left handed! Is that why you use those weird looking scissors?
yes, because they're ambidextrous, but have a right-hand blade alignment. I never learned on true left-handed scissors, so left-hand blade alignments throw me off. Plus these scissors have a spring, cutting the work in half, because you only have to squeeze, not open them back up. Makes a big difference on a large scale. For one of my other jobs I cut 20 yards of cotton at a time into 8x8" squares. I've gone through three pairs of these scissors. The springs have worn through. But they are my faves. TMI? 😅
I also just realized you were left handed in this video watching you sew by hand! Wow!
@@MariahPattie just by looking at them, I would've thought they'd be hard to use, but it looked so easy in the video - I get what you're saying, now! It makes total sense!
You are so smart! How can you actually make a timetable for construction? My sewing project always fails at that because I don’t know what comes next 🥲 that’s why knitting is much easier for me
You are a genius! Please share knowledge more!
❤
Oh dear, I have a whole bunch of orange velvet that I’m planning on making an Edwardian gown and cape from...what have I gotten myself into.....
:)
With my two hairy dogs, I think, I could never have such a nice piece of velvet clothing. Especially not in that colour :D
Right! so make this for me please! lol fabulous.
I want to do a wool rain coat with that bodice pattern, just with my (almost finished) stay pattern. And the skirt going down to mid calf.
The finished product is beautiful! I've never worked with velvet before, but if it is a washable garment do you think it would be possible to spray starch it to give it more structure before stitching it?
"Uh, it's very booby..." LOL
I love those shears you're using , as a fellow lefty I'm always looking out for cutting implements that don't care what hand you use!!
I also accidentlaly bought some cotton velvet and the more I know about it, the less certain I am that I want to use it :) I wonder if it would be a terrible choice for when I eventually make stays/corset..
the cotton velvet i've used in the past wasn't quite so bad. the pile was much shorter and had more grip and texture.
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Did you knit your mitts and cowl and that buttoned shoulder cape? If so, please do a short program on the patterns and yarns used. All most no costubers knit and/or incorporate hand knits in their costuming. I am sure it would be of interest to crafters who sew and knit. Even if the pieces are based on the Outlander costumes and are not historically accurate it would be interesting to watch.
Sorry, I don't knit. I bought the cowl from Wool & Measure on Etsy, the cape from Outlandish Clothier on Facebook, and the mitts came from Target a few years ago.
The original "Cold Shoulder", 😂
just a question from a novice... isn't pinning AND basting kind of overkill? Couldn't you just pin and stitch, saving yourself the labour intensive part of basting and then removing it later? i mean, the pins are going to hold everything in place till you stitch... that's their purpose, after all.
Not trying to drag you...it just seems like extra work is all. Otherwise, loving it!
usually yes, but velvet. You'd be shocked how much it can shift even if you put the pins 1/2 inch apart. Or at least, that's been my experience with it :)
Oh, and I didn't remove the basting stitches. I just sewed over them. Because I covered the seams, they all ended up on the inside.
@@MariahPattie I suppose that could be the case. I'm trying to imagine though how much it could really move if the pins are only 1/2" apart, though... certainly not enough to be a problem? Ah well... different strokes. VERY well done! One day i'll tackle this one :)
@@kristenjones3431 velvet. It’s a nightmare to work with. It is so damn slippery and shifts like you wouldn’t believe. If I sew with velvet (which I try to avoid), I always hand sew it, because the pressure from the feed dogs on the machine makes it just... impossible. Velvet is pretty, but it’s by far the worst to work with. And you can’t press it without flattening the pile, unless you get or make a very specific velvet pressing board.
And no, pins do NOT hold velvet in place. You could pin every centimetre, and it would still shift a huge amount. It’s difficult to understand until you’ve worked with it yourself. But I’d recommend just never working with it, honestly. It’s pretty, but it’s not worth it!
There are some fabrics where, yeah, you could just pin the crap out of it, but if you hand baste it as well, suddenly your finished project is taken up another notch. Then there’s velvet, satin, various silks, rayon’s, and other slippery fabrics where I would highly recommend hand basting. Also, if you’re using haute couture sewing techniques, hand basting is really necessary.
Basting isnt overkill at all. For garments that need precision fit and are made of multiple layers like this one is, it is pretty much the way to do it, especially when you have to do as much stoping to do fitting as she did. For modern loose fitting garments just pinning works fine, but as you do more tailoring the basting becomes much more useful. Also basting doesnt really take much longer than putting in gobs of pins, and now I usually just baste everything rather than pinning even for easy things like pajama bottoms.
Hello this is off topic but I seen an old video of you making the plush doll how exactly did you print katana onto the separate spread sheet for the plush doll outline I don't see the option on the my fabric design website please help
R🌹..you belong in lallybroch....beautiful done...!!🏴🏴🏴
Through the whole video I was imagining that Jenny Murray was giving a sewing tutorial.
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Where are your shoes from
Do you wash your fabric and press it before you cut it?
not velvet. I wash cotton and linen and anything that will shrink. I usually don't iron (probably should)
Roller foot for sewing velvet
I tried to make a dress in velvet once. The shifting is one thing but the pins made marks that was impossible to remove. Ended up throwing the half finished dress in the trash. I swear - I'll NEVER sew with velvet again 😅
You need to grain your fabric. It’s bubbly from hanging on the bolt and sagging off grain.
Am I the only one who thinks she looks just like Jenny Fraser Murray, Jamie's sister in outlander?
Modern rayon velvet sucks. If you ever find cotton velvet or real silk velvet it behaves a lot better.