Fixing my Amazon Jacket
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- čas přidán 16. 01. 2019
- I have occasionally had to fix new clothing: perhaps hem up a slightly long pair of pants, or reinforce a loosely sewn button, but I have never encountered such a funny issue before!
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Morgan: “No one will see my messy hand stitching.”
- Proceeds to stitch seam neatly and securely.
If you had returned it as defective it might have ended up in a landfill. Now you have a super cool jacket that you fixed by your very own self! It’s already more valuable. 😂 Seriously, thanks for showing us that we are capable of fixing things and that “fast fashion” doesn’t automatically mean disposable. 👍
Aww, thank you! I am a big fan of fixing up clothing if I can! :D
Also I didn’t mean to infer that your jacket looks “fast fashion,” i.e. cheap. It’s adorable and looks great on you! 👍
@@trishblakely3476 also, almost all fashion is fast fashion these days- even plenty of off the rack designer clothing. Fast fashion doesn’t necessarily mean cheap.
I was about to comment the same thing. So many things are just thrown away when they could easily be repaired. I love how eco-friendly this is!
This wasn't a "silly little video", it was great and thank you! So many people don't know how to make simple(ish) repairs and throw things away. Showing how to fix minor problems is super helpful! Love your channel, thanks again!
Aww, thank you Angelica!
The thumbnail looks like your hand was chopped off for thievery!! 😱😱 I love this!! If you returned the jacket, it would have most likely been thrown in the trash. You have single-handedly saved the jacket! 😄
Lol, when I saw the video clip while editing, I realized how alarming it looked! Definitely not what I intended, but I suppose it does make for amusing footage :D
I am very happy to have my new jacket in working order, zero regrets about fixing it!
HAHA Singlehandedly!
That jacket looks so good on you! Reminds me of Emma Swan's jacket from Once Upon a Time or Scarlett Witch's coat 😀
Omg, you are so right! Hmmm, it might be time for some casual cosplay pictures .... At least I have the right hair for SW :D
I kept thinking of Emma Swan's jacket too!
Gave me Emma vibes too. Hook would not have had a problem wearing the jacket. (edited for spelling).
I had a fast fashion online purchase like this. I ordered a lovely a-line dress, super simple but the shoulder straps were literally four or five inches long if even that too high up for my arms to fit through them. So I cut them in half and made them into loops on the back, sewed ribbon to the front and looped it through the loops, tried the dress on to get the new ribbon straps the right length, and sewed the free end of the ribbon onto the front as well. Took all of ten minutes to go from completely unwearable to unusual but functional straps.
‚A full 360‘ is my new term form something gone completely wrong 😁
Lol, I love it!
Lol! My mom got me a leather jacket last Christmas that had the exact same problem! She didn't get it on amazon, she bought it in a store and didn't realize the lining was twisted. It's still sitting in the closet, waiting for me to fix it...
Weird! Lol, it's funny that this is turning out to be more common than I would have thought!
1 year update: did you ever end up fixing it?
@@jolienvsndijk Sadly no. It got too snug before it made it out of the sewing closet. Now it's been passed down for someone else to fix.
@@placidpeacock ah that's too bad, but at least someone else might wear it (after fixing the sleeve 😅) instead of it being returned and thrown away.
I really appreciate your demonstration of a little bit of tweaking that might save an otherwise "defective" garment - as another commenter pointed out, this would very probably be discarded by the manufacturer if returned and would have ended up in the landfill. Your adaptability is an example to us all.
I had the exact same problem with a beautiful wintercoat, luckily my mom is a very talented and sweet lady so she fixed the coat for me for a kiss and a hug (and ofcourse her personal tea maker when she was sewing) :)
This is a rather common mistake in industrial sewing. When I used to work in a manufacturing plant, they would have us put our arm through the armholes after completing the lining to check that it was fine.
Another way to fix this could have been to unstitch the armhole, open a hole in the sleeve seam, machine stitch the armhole and topstitch the hole closed. I'm all about speed, but your way is really neat and gives a clean finish :)
You know, I didn't even think about doing that, but that would have been a much speedier method! It's interesting to know that this isn't that unusual of a mistake, and that they even have a 'double check that you can get your arm in!' step to help prevent those from going out to the stores. Thank you for your comment!
Frustrating situation BUT perfect opportunity to show some simple hand sewing stitches!
Lol, I love that the tag was still on the whole time you were fixing the lining.
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I've been working at a seamstress for a year and I handstich lining into jackets all the time. I've definitely gotten it twisted and have had to redo it! I knew exactly what was going on. Exciting because I would have had no idea a year ago
I'm slightly obsessed with your hair.
What an odd flaw! I know all about twisted seams though. I made a pair of leggings last year that went wonky. The fabric got warped during the cutting out stage, but I hadn't noticed. It all sewed up lovely and perfect, but when I put them on, the side seam twisted around my leg and back to where it started.
It is a weird one, right?! I was so amused once I realized what had happened. Everyone makes a silly goof like that once in a while :D
Oh, if only I had this some years ago...! If I ever get another jacket that has this same error again, I’ll certainly know what to do! This was a great look at some practical troubleshooting. And as others have pointed out, the thumbnail is VERY amusing.
I have absolutely made that mistake of sewing the lining twisted 🤣. I appreciate your fixing it instead of sending to a landfill
I think your first stitch is called a 'blind back stitch'. All three stitch techniques you demonstrated were very nicely done by the by. And bravo for taking the high road and saving a garment from the trash.
learning this kind of mending is so important! you can save so much money.
I think red is your color. It brings out the brighter tones in your skin and the beautiful deep colors in your hair. This is fantastic. Fixing it yourself is something I would have tried too. I love how you called it messy stitching... my hand stitching is best for insides of blankets, where I have used it till now.
I would definitely have thought to send it back, but you’re right that it’s totally an easy fix- and it probably would have ended up in the landfill if it would have been sent back. 💚💚 thanks for the reminder to fix and mend our garments vs throwing them away ☺️
I'd probably contact the seller (especially if it were in a highstreet store) to inform them of the error as sometimes they will give you a discounted price since its technically faulty goods. I've done that before with garments that there was only one left of in my size and the fix was minor and easy. The stores would rather discount it than take it back and have to dispose of it. So you get the best of both.
Thank you, Morgan for the different types of stitches. There is a jacket waiting for me..lets get started😇
That is too a grown up jacket! It is just a fun loving, stylish kind of grown up jacket. Own it! 😀
Excellent! It is great to hear that I nailed the right look :D
Exactly. This is one of those "a grown up is wearing it, therefore its a grown up item" scenarios. If it makes you happy and isn't hurting anyone... then why the hell not wear something you like?
I’ll be honest, I probably would have ripped all the lining out and replaced it, but only because my loathing of polyester is that intense. I particularly dislike the feel of it right against my skin.
But it’s so, so good to remind people that we can just fix things. Mend our clothing, new or old.
I've had this same defect appear on a Forever 21 coat I bought a few years ago. I love how quick it was to correct!
I really appreciate that you took the time to make a video of this! I love any videos you create and you have such a lovely personality and voice. I also learned a new way to sew a sleeve lining. I've never used the first method of stitching you used and looks like it provides greater control over not puncturing the outer fabric.
I am so glad that you got to see a new stitch! The later stitches were far quicker, but you are right, it would be a little easier to accidentally puncture the outside.
I have an alterations business and I’ve seen my share of weird commercial jackets sewn together. Imagine sewing one garment hundreds of times a day. By the end of the day, you might put a sleeve in backwards too. Thanks for showing how to fix this problem.
I've had random problems like this before too! Usually it gets put in my "to do" pile for longer than it would take to actually DO....oops!
I have definitely had my share of 'little quick fixes' that take months to finally sit down and attend to! I wish you the best of luck in getting all those little things done quickly in the future :D
TRUST me, your handstitches are NOT messy (you should see mine)
This reminds me that I need to reset the sleeve on a cardigan I got from the thrift store that someone had ordered from Wish. The sleeve is turned like a good 1.5-2cm off and it just bugs my OCD way too much that I stopped wearing it. Tbf I do also want to take a pattern off it and make it from wool and leather rather than polyester because the design is cute but I wanna step up its game
Thanks for reminding me of that project!
This was the video that inspired me all those years ago. I always think of it when I have an item that’s not working for me but can actually be salvaged and made better. To think how I lived my life before finding you.
Oh my, that obviously wasn't inspected by (insert number here.) You did a great job. How blessed to have the skills to fix it.
That original bit of stitching is a work of genius. How do you do that and not even notice? 🤔
I hope the jacket manufacturer sees their jacket here and does a better job of quality control. I fix and adjust many of my clothing purchases but I’m getting weary of my new clothes sew pile. You did a great job.
I really love that you call your husband Mr. Donnor on the channel (maybe in person too idk lol)
That color looks so good on you! How delightful to learn something new.
I recently fixed the sleeves lining in a gorgeous thrifted coat! The lining was much longer than the outer for some reason, so it hung out when I put it on. It's a perfect fit now :) I actually quite like making small alterations to thrifted clothes - it really makes them mine.
I love seeing people customize or upcycle fast fashion so it doesn’t have to be fast fashion forever
Your videos aren't silly. This was a great video to post because now lots of people have a reference of what to look for when repairing a future problem sleeve or whatever else crazy like that, should one ever arise. Repairs don't really take that long so there's no reason to let things go to landfill
Me just finally realizing what an seam ripper looks like 😂p.s thanks for the inspiration to fix some clothes :)
I love this! Fixing something is so much better than dumping stuff. I do my sewing at my desk, my coworkers are very supportive and this video is very inspiring.
I really enjoy repairing garments. My bestie and his boyfriend have me fixing things all the time.
Reporting it, as in a return, gives them quality control feedback... though i should put QC in quotes....
Also, every time i've gotten something defective from Amazon, they've just sent me a replacement and told me to keep the defective thing....
Also, post your PO Box so we can send you thimbles.....
I was so glad to see that I'm not the only person who doesn't use a thimble.
"Ding-Dang!" That's my new word for the day! Love it! And great work on saving this poor mis-sewn jacket. One less piece of clothing in the landfill :)
Wow! That was an impressive twist and an equally impressive rescue - great message to kickstart the year!!
This has really inspired me to get started with some of my own fixing. One of my new years resolutions this year was to take better care of all my possessions, which includes sewing up my old clothes that need fixing. So I'm going to start working down the list of things that need fixing tonight thanks to you
Great video! Your nails always look so great too. I'm a cook so I can't keep my nails nice, haha.. I am learning so much from your videos, thank you!
I’ve been fighting with the most gorgeous red linen dress since December. First it needed gores to even fit over my bust and around the arms, and now I have taken out the shoulders. I continue to love my thrifty find, even though it needs a bit of alterations
watching this in late 2019 makes me realise how much you probably upgraded your microphone
You should watch my first videos! They are ....rough 😅
Great save! Lovely jacket.
In knitting this is called mattress stitch and is used to stitch together two knitted fabrics fairly invisibly. 😁
I have been doing the back stitch wrong!!!! Thank you for making such a great video! and thank you for saving me so much time the next time I do a back stitch!!!
The fact that this video, a sewing video, is demonitized is just so hilarious to me
Cute little stitch sampler in the lining.
Thank you for doing this! Easy fix that most people would’ve returned. You’re awesome!
I love fix it videos. This was satisfying and inspiring.
Great message, ms Morgan!
I find buttoned coats a big problem. Machine sewn buttons often fall off, but I always sew them back on. To prevent losing buttons, I take off all buttons as a precaution to reattach them securely myself. I have done this with several coats over the years.
I love this jacket! I've had the same reaction to weirdly made store bought apparel before. Thanks for the reminder!
Excellent job at fixing versus replacing, and I think you look not only grown up but stylish!
Yeaaaah I did it once when I was in school. Classic inattention / wanting to go too fast mistake when you're bag lining a garment. XD
I had the exact same problem in a jacket I bought - and fixed the exact same way (except without the variations- I went with ladder stitch throughout).
Good job! Looks nice.
Good job.. and beautiful jacket, I want one!
This was really fun to watch 😊
I love the neckline and sleeves on your dress.
Amazing and wonderful job. Hugs from Halifax
Great job!
Lol I was cringing with the multiple different hand stitching. Lol yeah I tend to fix up ready made clothing, the usual buttons and accidental openings that shouldn’t be there.
But most of all, I was “WHERE GET I GET THAT POKÉMON JACKET!!!?!?!?!!!” 😂
Good job, and it looks great on you
Yeah, I totally see how the different stitching would be annoying, but I thought it might be helpful to show a couple different examples. It's on the inside of the cuff, so no one will ever see it (except the internet, but you know what I mean :D )
The jacket was from etsy! I think I literately searched for 'pokemon jacket' a few years ago.
Love this vid! Thanks for the demo!
I think you did a great job! I probably would have sent it back to Amazon. I can fix an awful lot of stuff and now I can fix anything!
i totally did this when i was making a jacket just a few months ago. set the arm in and somehow twisted it 180*. got it all figured out when i tried it on after i completed that step lol
This is a great video. It reminds me that I need to alter a skirt that I got online to actually fit me i the waist, I am glad that it is also too log for me to will be able to do this without it getting shorter then I would like.
I have never laughed this hard at a sewing video. 😂😂😂 “the amazing stub” 😂
I have that jacket in grey! Good taste. 😁
Definitely works.
Super gorgeous! A large and more grown-up improvement over the Pokemon jacket.
OMG It's the MatPat Jacket! XD
Fantastic!
Well done.
A very good video, thanks for sharing! Aaaaaaand btw your hair! It is gorgeous!
Amazing work.. thank you
That jacket looks lovely on you :)
It looks like the red leather jacket that Emma Swan wore in Once Upon a Time.
Think you! Please share if any errors come along. There have been many items along the way I desperately wanted to keep, but couldn’t wear!
What a bizarre sewing mistake to make in the first place. You'd think getting it sewn together twisted would've been harder than sewing it straight.
I re-sew all my buttons with extra stitches of stronger thread. Most my clothes have fraying already when i get them and it's soothing and easy to stitch.
Ooo, good idea! My buttons often go loose after a few wearings, but I usually wait to stitch until they finally fall off 😆
@@MorganDonner yes i used to do the same. After having to replace several ornamental buttons for a second hand coat (which turned out far more expensive than i had hoped) simply because i lost one while out and about and couldn't find a replica... well... i would hate to lose a button again. Turns out it's hard to find exact matches.
Have you ever used embroidery floss for button attachment?
Welcome to my world, I do alterations and repairs for a living.
Good Video. I fix things all the time. That's awesome.
Lovely! I am sure your things appreciate the love!
Such a cool video
wow i have a jacket just with the same issue. very helpful
Not gonna lie, the jacket looks almost exactly like one from the Sims 4
Kinda reminds me of Martha's jacket from Doctor Who!
Hurray for fixing things
I have an old leather jacket whose lining is basically in shreds, and I've been too intimidated to take it apart and fix it 😣 Have you ever had to completely take something apart to fix?
Ooo, that sounds like a cool project! I totally understand how it would be a little intimidating to start, but if it is just the lining, then I'd recommend that you carefully cut and/or seam rip it out, and copy the pattern pieces down on paper so you can make a new lining to insert. You can do it!
In high school, I used to take apart large dresses and shirts, and resew the whole thing to fit better, but it's been years since I've done that. Now I try to spend most of my creative sewing time on making fun new things.
Kristi Jaggers
With a structured garment like a jacket, it’s usually pretty easy so copy the pieces and make a pattern for the new lining. Don’t forget to add a half inch fold at the center back for movement ease. Paradoxically, a jacket lining needs to be a little bigger than the outer fabric, because lining fabric has absolutely no give.
I did it once to a second hand leather coat with a torn lining and it turned out beautifully.
@@MorganDonner That is definitely part of my problem: the new and shiny beckons!
@@raraavis7782 Thank you! I feel like I more or less *know* what I need to do, but I'm so intimidated by the fact that it's leather and already a completed garment, you know what I mean?
Kristi Jaggers
Oh yes, absolutely! Mine was a pretty ratty old coat, that I wanted mainly for going to bars and clubs. The kind of thing, that looks cool (in dim light) but you do not mind throwing in some corner where it might get dirty (or stolen). That made the decision to take it apart much easier, of course.
There really isn’t much that could go wrong though. Maybe take some pictures, before you rip out the old lining....just in case you need a reminder, of what it’s supposed to look like.
Fixing things up tends to be the majority of my sewing. Haha.
Can I make mentions of your amazing pokemon jacket?
I often buy jackets one size too big to make simple changes. But I would love to see you take a xxxl fleece jacket and make it medieval…..Please