How to make a wool suit from 1957

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  • čas přidán 9. 09. 2023
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  • @user-lq3dx6vc6w
    @user-lq3dx6vc6w Před 8 měsíci +7

    Beautiful job! Do your measurements match the vintage patterns or do you make adjustments?

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +13

      Gosh I forgot to mention I shortened the skirt a little. Apart from that I did leave the pattern unaltered. I sewed the waist seam at 1/2 inch instead of 5/8 just to give a tiny bit of ease for whatever blouse I might want to tuck in.

    • @MrGrifj1
      @MrGrifj1 Před 8 měsíci

      @@SewRenabeautiful ❤❤ I don’t even like wool (itchy) but this looks classy, classic, and elegant!

  • @notever8932
    @notever8932 Před 8 měsíci +29

    This suit is beautiful. In college, in the early 80s of Boston, I needed layers to stay warm. I found a discount fabric store that sold selvage clothing fabrics. I found beautiful navy wool with a large subtle plaid and made a late 50s boxy mens sport jacket. I still wear it 40 years later and everyone who sees it loves it but CANNOT believe that I (a man) made it. I’m self-taught as well, and it’s hard to explain to people how I learned. I can look at a pattern and I just know in my head how it goes together.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +2

      You described it perfectly!!! That’s how I feel about patterns. Also I love that you still have and wear your coat 😍😍!

    • @azurelionheart
      @azurelionheart Před 8 měsíci

      Do you take commissions for sewing? I would love to add more 50’s mens suits to my wardrobe, but finding authentic pieces that are affordable is hard!
      Props to you for making it work, it feels awfully rare to see more men who can make their own clothing.

    • @notever8932
      @notever8932 Před 8 měsíci

      @@azurelionheart No, I haven’t done any commissions for 30 years or more. Honestly, I hated the process of measuring and fittings plus I’m too critical of my own work and was never satisfied with the finished product.

  • @snackpack_sneakattack
    @snackpack_sneakattack Před 3 měsíci +1

    This suit set is SO flattering on you!!! Both fabric color and the fit! Beautifully done. ❤️❤️❤️

  • @Brightfantasy
    @Brightfantasy Před 8 měsíci +29

    Your content is so great! I feel like I never see any other vintage sewists sewing up the variety of fashions that you do! I love seeing suits being sewn because it makes me feel as though I can do it myself. You did an amazing job, thanks for this video!

    • @allieg6401
      @allieg6401 Před 7 měsíci

      I feel the same I love watching suits being made but I know I will never wear then asit never gets cold enough here in my region of Australia. I'd wear the jacket for maybe 2 hours in the morning and then be sweltering the rest of the winter day. 😓

  • @moonbasket
    @moonbasket Před 8 měsíci +6

    This suit is beautiful! The colors are just stunning and the orange looks amazing on you. I also love the design of the jacket. It's so cool.

  • @auntiezann5146
    @auntiezann5146 Před 8 měsíci +6

    That suit is amazing! The pleats look spectacular, and the details and seaming on the jacket and sleeves… well, it’s just too pretty for words! Love your channel, your calm voice and excellent tips!

  • @sheryllstarr7115
    @sheryllstarr7115 Před 6 měsíci

    Your Suit is all that and more. It demands All the attention when you walk through the door. You can't make enough of this Suit.❤

  • @kimt2au
    @kimt2au Před 8 měsíci +1

    Another fantastic outfit. Thank you for sharing. I am in love with the colour of that suit.

  • @ladyflimflam
    @ladyflimflam Před 8 měsíci +7

    In high school we would make wool suits each fall to wear for homecoming. This was in small town Midwest in the 1980s. Many of us used those suits for 4-H fair entries and/or to enter into the Make It With Wool sewing contest.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +2

      That’s so cool I wish I had something like that in school.

  • @maxinenall9950
    @maxinenall9950 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Beautiful suit 🥰 love the color and your brown shoes are a perfect match 😍 😘

  • @liskimade
    @liskimade Před 8 měsíci

    You were right, the thickness of the Wool really does give a lovely fullness to the pleats. Love this!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you!!! I was so nervous once I started, especially when it came time to add the waistband. I was expecting it to be really bulky

  • @19lionmonkey92
    @19lionmonkey92 Před 9 dny

    Ok so now I have to add this to my list of things to sew.

  • @josie3041
    @josie3041 Před 8 měsíci +4

    The orange wool fabric is magnificent. Love the cut and style of the jacket. I just bought a vintage piece of fabric. I am inspired. And seeing your sewing gives me courage to try following a pattern and sewing.

  • @mom2natopotato
    @mom2natopotato Před 8 měsíci +1

    Loving your videos and how you show your sewing up close. It really inspires me to get back in there and just do it. I enjoy sewing and historical fashion that is more ladylike. Your videos cause me to think I can do it too. Thank you for sharing!

  • @carolclarkson3876
    @carolclarkson3876 Před 8 měsíci +11

    I think this is absolutely beautiful! You are an amazing seamstress with great talent and skills. ...and this suit looks fantastic on you!

  • @PrepperFam6408
    @PrepperFam6408 Před 8 měsíci

    What a great color for fall. I love your gloves. I so wish we could go back to dressing like that; classy and feminine.

  • @lavonnemacfarland7380
    @lavonnemacfarland7380 Před 8 měsíci +3

    This suit looks beautiful on you! Thank you for braving the heat to model it for us!😊

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      ❤️❤️ hahah thanks for watching. Luckily it was kinda cloudy this morning so it wasn’t too bad. I can’t wait for the trees in the park to get really pretty so I can get better footage

  • @pw529
    @pw529 Před 8 měsíci

    ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL SUITS EVER THE COLOR THE STYLE EVERYTHING WHAT GREAT TELENT LOOKS LIKE A THOUSAND DOLLAR SUIT

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much!! I enjoy making suits it’s fun to slow down and work on my technique.

  • @SkinnyCoutreux2244
    @SkinnyCoutreux2244 Před 8 měsíci

    This came out immaculate. That lining, marone

  • @rbrown6476
    @rbrown6476 Před 8 měsíci +6

    Wow, that colour looks so great on you! And I also loved the touches of brown in the lining and buttons (definitely needs a brown buckle if you get one). What a wonderful jacket shape - the way the half belt comes at the front is so cute.
    Who cares about the weather when you look this good, hey? ❤

  • @allieg6401
    @allieg6401 Před 7 měsíci

    Oh work it girl!!
    Those glasses - you make them and the outfit look 🔥

  • @deborahf3738
    @deborahf3738 Před 8 měsíci

    I love suits the most. These colors look great together.

  • @noone_inparticular
    @noone_inparticular Před 8 měsíci +1

    Gorgeous! And I cant wait for more fall and winter wear 😊

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      I’m really hoping I can find more colorful wool to work with once I use up what I have.

  • @judithcatlett8518
    @judithcatlett8518 Před dnem

    Beautiful. I was hoping you would tie a scarf on your head. With the sunglasses and, of course, the suit, it would have definitely completed the outfit, in my humble opinion.

  • @juliemccall8366
    @juliemccall8366 Před 8 měsíci

    You make the most beautiful clothes!! Stunning!

  • @ariettasvintagelife
    @ariettasvintagelife Před 8 měsíci +5

    This suit is so beautiful! I love this colour on you and the brown details and lining! The shape of the jacket especially is so pretty!!!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much!!! I really love this pattern!

  • @stylemethrift997
    @stylemethrift997 Před 8 měsíci

    Stunning. I love that length of skirt

  • @Saki-san15
    @Saki-san15 Před 8 měsíci +6

    Wow so pretty 🤩 😊

  • @dusybaker2962
    @dusybaker2962 Před 4 měsíci

    I love this pattern, and you have a great teachers voice.

  • @user-qh1ud5pv2k
    @user-qh1ud5pv2k Před 8 měsíci

    I really do love the style. I wished my body size would allow for me. But my mother sewed all her life . She also sewed all of our clothes while we were growing up . She was your body size . Thanks

  • @owlislike
    @owlislike Před 8 měsíci +5

    You include such incredible sewing details in your videos! I find them so helpful because sometimes vintage patterns can be very hard ( for me at least) to follow.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much! I’m glad my videos can be helpful. Sometimes the patterns assume you know certain things or that you have sewing books that you can reference.

  • @erinmcgrathejm4985
    @erinmcgrathejm4985 Před 8 měsíci

    You’re going to have to do another photo shoot once all the leaves turn….gorgeous colored suit!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      I will! I’m going to try and get another suit done while I wait so I can take advantage of the foliage

  • @PNWGardener
    @PNWGardener Před 8 měsíci

    As always so cute!! Such a lovely tailored coat. Love the bold orange color. Perfect for fall.

  • @lisita1020
    @lisita1020 Před 8 měsíci

    Wow the suit looks absolutely beautiful and stunning on you. ❤ I’m living for you content.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much! I’m
      Glad you are enjoying it ❤️🥰

  • @dn9ellis
    @dn9ellis Před 8 měsíci

    Wow! SewRena, I am speechless! The suit beautiful and looks gorgeous on you.💕

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Omg thank you so much ☺️😊

  • @user-bt7or1wz8d
    @user-bt7or1wz8d Před 2 měsíci

    Очень красиво.Благодарю Вас что делитесь своим творчеством.

  • @cherylhuot4436
    @cherylhuot4436 Před 8 měsíci

    What a lovely suit! That color is so Yummy! Love it!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much!!! I love the rust color it’s striking

  • @nancycollins8824
    @nancycollins8824 Před 8 měsíci

    This outfit turned out beautiful!

  • @Collectivecrafting45
    @Collectivecrafting45 Před 8 měsíci

    Omg love , love , love … boning in the waist band ??? I need this in my life .

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Yes! It’s really nice! without it the waistband tends to wrinkle or buckle. So when I make this style in denim or twill I always add bones.

    • @Collectivecrafting45
      @Collectivecrafting45 Před 8 měsíci

      You sucking me right into being a bobbin.. smh … I feel too old lbut your content is my jam❤️❤️❤️wool, vintage and hats 1000 ❤️s ..

  • @elainelear4982
    @elainelear4982 Před 8 měsíci

    You make all this delicious sewing look so easy. Lovely color and pattern.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much 🥰🥰

  • @sewingwithjazz
    @sewingwithjazz Před 8 měsíci

    A stunning suit for a stunning lady ❤

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you 💕❤️❤️

  • @Hevynly1
    @Hevynly1 Před 8 měsíci

    Gorgeous! You look like a chic 1950s movie star!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much 🥰 I always feel like one in a nice wool suit

  • @OpioidZ140
    @OpioidZ140 Před 8 měsíci

    You are absolutely beautiful and gorgeous Sewrena and keep up the videos love your channel 😊

  • @katwitanruna
    @katwitanruna Před 8 měsíci

    Liked, shared all over and commented.

  • @KMx108
    @KMx108 Před 8 měsíci

    Great advice on the practice buttonhole and making sure your button fits well.

  • @Heyreneesews
    @Heyreneesews Před 8 měsíci +1

    I just have to say that there is a method of doin darts were you backstitch into the seam. I always had problems with darts,and finally found this method from Mari Sews. She is also a fave of mine. Love your videos ❤

  • @MNic13
    @MNic13 Před 8 měsíci

    This orange wool is lovely! You’re suit turned out great!😊

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you 🥰💕

  • @diamondtrinket
    @diamondtrinket Před 8 měsíci

    Definitely one of your best work.looks fabulous.

  • @aprilgrant1957
    @aprilgrant1957 Před 8 měsíci +2

    The suit is gorgeous. I love how you accessorized it.

  • @kathyhamer6118
    @kathyhamer6118 Před 8 měsíci +2

    I can think of a few things you and Marilyn have in common: Talented, Stylish and Beautiful.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you 🥰💕💕

  • @delana2842
    @delana2842 Před 8 měsíci

    The suit is just beautiful and I really like the shoulder pad technique you used. The suit colour is perfect as well. 🧡🤎🧡

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you 🥰❤️❤️

  • @dorism4697
    @dorism4697 Před 8 měsíci

    Absolutely gorgeous outfit and you look fabulous as always!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you 🥰❤️

  • @theheartlands
    @theheartlands Před 8 měsíci

    this is my favourite thing you've made. stunning!

  • @karlawallace1633
    @karlawallace1633 Před 8 měsíci

    I love vintage clothes!

  • @lindeehopkins6439
    @lindeehopkins6439 Před 8 měsíci

    What a STUNNING suit!! ❤❤❤

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you 🥰❤️

  • @patriciadoherty464
    @patriciadoherty464 Před 8 měsíci

    Press and Use your clapper and spray water for the pleats. Beautiful job!

  • @ItsTooLatetoApologize
    @ItsTooLatetoApologize Před 8 měsíci

    This turned out wonderfully! I love the colour.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much 🥰

  • @dodothebrave2687
    @dodothebrave2687 Před 8 měsíci +1

    Beautiful ❤

  • @bernadettethomas4725
    @bernadettethomas4725 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful just beautiful 😊

  • @Southernbelle-gz5gh
    @Southernbelle-gz5gh Před měsícem

    Gorgeous Serena!

  • @criscavie1489
    @criscavie1489 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful! You look like a Barbie Doll ❤❤❤

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you🥰😍

  • @315cp
    @315cp Před 8 měsíci

    Hello,
    I absolutely love the suit. Your work is top notched.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you very much 🥰❤️❤️

  • @Magdalene777
    @Magdalene777 Před 8 měsíci

    I think it would be really cool if you bought or made a 1930s knitted skirt suit. They used to knit them because nobody had money during the depression. I've also seen the patterns as well as some antique skirt suits from that era on Etsy.

  • @karenrobinson6083
    @karenrobinson6083 Před 8 měsíci

    The suit is beautiful! I love your videos! You are a talented sewist

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much 🥰

  • @missladyanonymity
    @missladyanonymity Před 8 měsíci

    Distinction. Class. Glamour. Fashion. Kindness. What *_don't_* you have in common with MM would be a shorter list.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Omg thank you so much 🥹🥹! That quote stuck out to me so much b/c I don’t know how many times I’ve been caught wearing the wrong thing for the weather because I fantasized about how the garment would look at said place as opposed to practicality.

  • @jerryskeepero
    @jerryskeepero Před 8 měsíci

    I really love that wallpaper! I wish I had your eye for style.

  • @StephanieCanada
    @StephanieCanada Před 8 měsíci

    This is another fantastic suit!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you love 🥰! Suits bring me so much joy it’s the only thing I look forward to when I comes to autumn.

  • @universalqueenfern
    @universalqueenfern Před 8 měsíci

    My grandmother had one in that color.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      I bet it was STUNNING 🤩

  • @e12271227
    @e12271227 Před 8 měsíci

    Such beautiful work! You look amazing in that outfit! :)

  • @barbarascott9174
    @barbarascott9174 Před 8 měsíci

    Love your work, art, and passion❤

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much 💕 I really appreciate it

  • @allisonallen5481
    @allisonallen5481 Před 8 měsíci

    I made a wool coat in college. Way to go on a well made garment ❤

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      It’s such a lovely fabric to work with

    • @allisonallen5481
      @allisonallen5481 Před 8 měsíci

      @@SewRenaI love worsted wool best to work with but its so expensive

  • @juliaengelhardt2401
    @juliaengelhardt2401 Před 8 měsíci

    This suit is so pretty! I wish i was as talented as you are.

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you! It takes lots of practice I have no doubt you could be as talented or better💕

  • @A2D4
    @A2D4 Před 8 měsíci

    I was surprised to hear that Marilyn Monroe went to the May Co! I remember that dept store so well for the yrs I lived in SoCal. It wasn’t the highest end store but was nice enough but has been defunct for years. Still I only picture her going to Bullocks or Neumann Marcus or the Rodeo Drive stores. Love knowing she went to May Co!
    (They had a bargain basement that was fun to shop in)

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      This was when she first started out. She only had one outfit and she told the photographer or her manager that she didn’t have clothes for New York so he gave her $75 to buy clothes and she only got suits 🤣 then when she stepped off the train she started sweating instantly. She had to ask the people In NY to buy her a dress and they went to a bargain store and got her a blue polka dot cotton dress with a red belt or sash I can’t remember.

  • @ivy8879
    @ivy8879 Před 8 měsíci

    This is Fabulous! Love your videos!! 😍

  • @Ash-xx5zd
    @Ash-xx5zd Před 8 měsíci

    Always love your videos. You're amazinnnnng.

  • @mrsstacey2011
    @mrsstacey2011 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful. Love it. Wish I could sew

  • @bmcgowan01
    @bmcgowan01 Před 8 měsíci

    It's gorgeous! You're so talented 😍

  • @threeboys265
    @threeboys265 Před 8 měsíci

    Absolutely stunning!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you 🥰🥰

  • @kellybryson7754
    @kellybryson7754 Před 8 měsíci

    It looks beautiful.

  • @sabrina9333
    @sabrina9333 Před 8 měsíci +1

    It's such a perfect fall color 🍂🎃 I would love to see plum 🫐 color too

  • @newcreature222
    @newcreature222 Před 8 měsíci

    Phenomenal job Sewrena you look sensational 👏🧵🪡❤️🪄

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Awww thank you so so much I really appreciate it 🥰

  • @TabbyCakes
    @TabbyCakes Před 4 měsíci

    Gorgeous 😍

  • @rachelmilard1016
    @rachelmilard1016 Před 8 měsíci

    Always stunning

  • @elishagreen2954
    @elishagreen2954 Před 8 měsíci

    Your videos make me happy❤ this suite and color are awesome one you! Well all your stuff looks amazing!

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci

      Thank you so much!!!

  • @dorindabalanecki9307
    @dorindabalanecki9307 Před 8 měsíci

    Very pretty! Wel done 🎉

  • @freezo244
    @freezo244 Před 8 měsíci

    Beautiful! 🍂🍁🍂

  • @valleriejoy
    @valleriejoy Před 8 měsíci

    Very elegant!

  • @andrewsuleman1259
    @andrewsuleman1259 Před 8 měsíci

    Damn. This is perfection 🥰

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you 🥰💕

  • @cindywinkler4172
    @cindywinkler4172 Před 8 měsíci

    So beautiful

  • @teleriferchnyfain
    @teleriferchnyfain Před 8 měsíci

    So well-done!

  • @1MizzDominguez
    @1MizzDominguez Před 7 měsíci

    I have so many of those patterns but never thought to make one up but your's is so beautiful and versatile I definitely will be making one!! 🎉

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 7 měsíci +1

      Awww thank you 💕❤️ you should absolutely make one

  • @onelife9501
    @onelife9501 Před 8 měsíci

    You are so talented

  • @mdmi0826
    @mdmi0826 Před 4 měsíci

    ❤😊 beautiful

  • @Randy_Roo
    @Randy_Roo Před 8 měsíci

    So cute! Love your content

  • @karenhaley3444
    @karenhaley3444 Před 8 měsíci

    GORGEOUS!

  • @rosiehoy4736
    @rosiehoy4736 Před 8 měsíci

    So stylish ❤

  • @terrirideout9683
    @terrirideout9683 Před 8 měsíci

    Gorgeous!

  • @EphanyasisOwleyes
    @EphanyasisOwleyes Před 8 měsíci

    That's beautiful

  • @kimberlyknowles6967
    @kimberlyknowles6967 Před 8 měsíci

    Love it! Your friend Kim in Quincy Massachusetts!🥰

    • @SewRena
      @SewRena  Před 8 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much 🥰💕

  • @erinejones3567
    @erinejones3567 Před 8 měsíci

    Love it looks great😀