Great British Sewing Bee | Sew Episode One with Me!

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  • čas přidán 8. 09. 2024
  • Inspired by the Bee - Can I sew a Day Dress in a day?
    This video is also a collaboration with Sam from ‪@sequingirlie‬ who is also making a dress from the same Pigeon Wishes rainbow checkerboard seersucker fabric.
    Check out her channel, and her vlog here: • The Sewing Bee made me...
    Pattern Challenge:
    Cinnamon Daisy Sylvie Skirt www.cinnamonda...
    Sew Liberated Estuary Skirt sewliberated.c...
    Transformation Challenge:
    Peony Patterns Wattle Dress www.peonypatte...
    Made to Measure Challenge:
    Merchant and Mills Ellis and Hattie Dress merchantandmil...
    Megan Nielsen Darling Ranges Dress megannielsen.c...
    Megan Nielsen scalloped hem tutorial blog.meganniel...
    For more Sewing Bee content, check out the following channels:
    Sam, from ‪@SewLetsSparkleWithSam‬ who does a fantastic weekly recap of each episode.
    The Fold Line ‪@TheFoldLine‬ for videos matching each garment with a pattern so you can have a go at making the garments yourself!
    Other vloggers mentioned in the video are:
    Karen from ‪@sewlittletime‬
    Becky from ‪@NotesfromtheSewingRoom‬

Komentáře • 140

  • @juliadroy1179
    @juliadroy1179 Před měsícem

    Such a pretty dress love the fabric xx

  • @derynporter5287
    @derynporter5287 Před 3 měsíci +3

    I love your dress and the scallops finish it off perfectly. If you add ties I think four, thin rouleux ties as in the Sewing Therapy Tie Dress would look nice. Great to extend the Sewing Bee joy - go for it!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you! I love the idea of small rouleau ties and might try that instead!

  • @SewLetsSparkleWithSam
    @SewLetsSparkleWithSam Před 3 měsíci +6

    Thank you so much for mentioning my Sewing Bee Synopsis vlogs!
    I loved the style of this vlog Amelia and was great to see some real life sewing.
    Love the Rainbow dress and the scallops were definitely worth it ❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thank you so much Sam, I really love how the scallops turned out! I really enjoyed your sewing bee synopsis video. So glad it's back on our screens again!

    • @hoppaheedahoe2581
      @hoppaheedahoe2581 Před 3 měsíci +2

      @sewletssparklewithsam do you tell about the episode? I can’t get them in the USA so I’d love a good recap so I can play along too

  • @marathorne6821
    @marathorne6821 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Very brave of you to attempt to sew a dress in the times given to the Sewing Bees! I would never put myself under so much pressure... It looks lovely 😍 Enjoy wearing it!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +3

      Thank you, I will really enjoy this one in the summer. 😊

  • @velvetvert9431
    @velvetvert9431 Před 3 měsíci +2

    I love that the sleeves are flipped so the stripes are in a different order, I think it looks fantastic and I am not sure I could live with the stripes running across the whole bodice and sleeves in a matchy way. The scallops are so cute. I love that you pink your seams, it's such a delightful seam finish to me. This dress looks like something that I would have been obsessed with as a kid if my mum wore it, if that makes sense. It looks like sunshine and happy memories.

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much! The fabric does feel so vibrant and happy, I think my children will love it too! 😊

    • @velvetvert9431
      @velvetvert9431 Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@sewamelia Oh, I meant to say, when I have dawdled so long I can't have coffee before I sew, I have a neat little travel mug that keeps the coffee warm. It makes a huge difference to me actually getting onto the machine.

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      @@velvetvert9431 That's a great idea!!

  • @janetgasston6740
    @janetgasston6740 Před 2 měsíci

    I really like the fabric you have used and the dress looks lovely

  • @shereewilliamson9559
    @shereewilliamson9559 Před 3 měsíci +2

    Oh that is a beautiful dress. 🤩

  • @libbykilpatrick2051
    @libbykilpatrick2051 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Gorgeous dress Amelia. I really thought you would be in Sewing Bee this year!!!! Maybe next year xx

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Ah! It would be such fun! ❤️

  • @AvrilBrown-ld6gm
    @AvrilBrown-ld6gm Před 3 měsíci +3

    Really enjoyed this and a great idea to recreate challenges from the Bee. Love the fabric and the dress is gorgeous 😍

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thanks so much 😊 I am so glad that I finally got the fabric sewn up!

  • @cindy7702
    @cindy7702 Před 3 měsíci +1

    You are such an amazing sewist.. Good job on the time constraints.. I sure could do it in that amount of time🤩

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much! It was lots of fun to try to sew it in the sewing bee time!

    • @cindy7702
      @cindy7702 Před 3 měsíci

      @@sewamelia THat should have been I sure couldn't do it in that amount of time

  • @hoppaheedahoe2581
    @hoppaheedahoe2581 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wonderful dress! I am so slow sewing and enjoy the process. I am not able to watch the bee so a recap or “spoilers” is much appreciated! A friend sent me recorded episodes from the past!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Ah! Sorry you can't get the bee! Definitely check out Sam's recap videos, they are great! I love slow sewing too - and this pattern was so lovely. It didn't feel too rushed at all in the end!

  • @jemmcgregor
    @jemmcgregor Před 3 měsíci +2

    This dress is amazing! You have inspired me to give scallops a go! Love the blog style videos!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much. I am glad you enjoyed the video!

  • @laurenadderley5021
    @laurenadderley5021 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I loved this Amelia! Love the fun chatty style. I’ve also got this fabric and you’re inspiring me to sew it up 🌈

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      It was such a lovely fabric to sew up and so soft and light to wear too! Hope you enjoy sewing yours up. ❤️

  • @laulutar
    @laulutar Před 3 měsíci +1

    That dress is lovely 😍 that print is such a nice contrast with the scallops!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thank you! I really like the curve of the scallops against the checkerboard print!

  • @EileenR11
    @EileenR11 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Thanks so much for this. It really adds to my enjoyment of the bee. I may also try one of the patterns or challenges now. The dress looks perfect for summer days. ❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much. I am so glad you enjoyed the vlog! It is such a lovely dress pattern, would definitely recommend it!

  • @roper3611
    @roper3611 Před 3 měsíci +1

    absolutely love this dress especially the scallops.Kathy

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks! I am so glad I added them to the dress!

  • @sharonhost2469
    @sharonhost2469 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Loved the dress! Would like to see more Sewing Bee with Me videos!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks! I will try to film some more!

  • @clarethompson1934
    @clarethompson1934 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Here in NZ, we're half way through the previous season. Lovely to know there is another one to look forward to. The dress is gorgeous. Love the sewing bee vlog Clare 🥝🇬🇸

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much Clare, I am so glad you enjoyed the vlog. Hope you are enjoying some cosy makes for your NZ autumn.

    • @sandraobrien8705
      @sandraobrien8705 Před 3 měsíci

      yes!

  • @user-xr9hr5nz6i
    @user-xr9hr5nz6i Před 3 měsíci +1

    That’s a beautiful dress Amelia and the scallops really elevate it, I really enjoyed your sewing bee vlog and hope that you can do more. ❤❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you so much. I am really glad you enjoyed it!

  • @angelalysandrou4830
    @angelalysandrou4830 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Your dress looks lovely, the scalloped hems look gorgeous, worth the extra time. Great idea to recreate something each week from the sewing bee, look forward to seeing your new garments

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you, I am so glad you enjoyed the video! I agree, the scallops took a while, but were really worth it.

  • @sewlittletime
    @sewlittletime Před 3 měsíci +1

    Your dress turned out lovely, it’s really nice fabric. Thanks for mentioning mine and Becky’s challenge. Hoping to do it again this year xx

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +2

      Thanks so much, it is such fun fabric! I loved your challenge - it was so good to be encouraged to upcycle!

  • @marygreen7225
    @marygreen7225 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Absolutely beautiful dress Amelia. The scalloped edging looks amazing. Thank you.

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you Mary! I am so glad you enjoyed the vlog. It was a lovely pattern to sew up.

  • @Brenda_O
    @Brenda_O Před 3 měsíci +1

    Love the originality of your vlogs Amelia and your beautiful makes. Thanks so much for sharing!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much, I am really glad you enjoyed it! ❤️

  • @veracanters5284
    @veracanters5284 Před 3 měsíci +1

    I live in Thailand and we always get it a few months later, great to get a preview ❤Love your dress, so colorful and I think I will try a scalloped edge on a dress

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks! So glad you will get to see it - its a great series! Glad you liked the scallops, they were fun to sew.

  • @nastasia.dobrova
    @nastasia.dobrova Před 3 měsíci

    Lovely lovely dress! Both of you, ladies, created fresh inspiring dresses. Thank you for the tutorial link. We are staying at the beginning of new sewing era as I see it. And you are contributing, so grateful!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much! Sam's dress was so lovely - I really want to make a Nautilus dress for myself now too!

  • @carolgardiner7983
    @carolgardiner7983 Před 3 měsíci

    What an enjoyable video. I had already seen Sam's dress so it was really fun to see yours as well. Love the scallops. All of us in the U.S. are so jealous that you all get to watch the Sewing Bee. Thanks for sharing.

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks so much, I am so glad you enjoyed the video! Sam's dress was so lovely - I want to make one now too!

  • @kimrussell7952
    @kimrussell7952 Před 3 měsíci

    This dress is an absolute delight! I look forward to watching more of your videos.

  • @sewaldodiy
    @sewaldodiy Před 3 měsíci

    I really love the scallop hem.

  • @fionawhiteside5154
    @fionawhiteside5154 Před 3 měsíci

    Your dress is beautiful and your pattern matching is exquisite. Great job! 👏😊

  • @mnoeliarc
    @mnoeliarc Před 3 měsíci

    It's a lovely dress. Yes to more of these videos please 😊

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you! I will definitely make more of these videos. 😊

  • @TheFrenchSeams_vlog
    @TheFrenchSeams_vlog Před 3 měsíci

    This was so fun to watch and the dress is just fabulous the scallops really add a gorgeous detail

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks so much! I have wanted to sew scallops for ages - it was so much fun to sew!

  • @melanie1384
    @melanie1384 Před 3 měsíci

    I was considering making this pattern, and you have convinced me. Lovely dress!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      It really is a lovely pattern!

  • @suebrown5500
    @suebrown5500 Před 3 měsíci +1

    Wow 🤩 great job! Love the dress and the scallops are amazing and add a great touch. I agree it would be an idea to cinch it in a bit at the waist. How about you add waist ties to it as per the Darling ranges dress you mentioned? I’ve made that a couple of times and it works really well. Really enjoyed this GBSB related vlog! ❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks so much Sue! I will check out the Darling Ranges waist ties and see about adding those!

  • @ChristineSewsALot
    @ChristineSewsALot Před 3 měsíci

    Love the combo of the squares and scallops

  • @kayemcmullen
    @kayemcmullen Před 3 měsíci

    Well done you! Love the material and the scallops.🦘🇦🇺

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks so much! I am so glad to have the fabric sewn up at last!

  • @TheWillowtreeGreen
    @TheWillowtreeGreen Před 3 měsíci

    Fantastic dress, love the scallops, pockets are a love them but hate them for me too, I’m wide at the hips so sometimes I think it’s better to leave them off but this sort of loose dress it’s ok. This fabric is amazing ❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much! I am glad I put the pockets on, even if it was a bit of a pain!

  • @Pintuckpress
    @Pintuckpress Před 3 měsíci

    Great make and love the beautiful fabric. ❤ awesome video

  • @SewCraftyGal
    @SewCraftyGal Před 3 měsíci

    Beautiful dress...Great job 👏

  • @karolmolpus9536
    @karolmolpus9536 Před 3 měsíci

    Interesting that you timed yourself too! Amazing 😮

  • @suemacfarlane7372
    @suemacfarlane7372 Před 3 měsíci

    Lovely, lovely dress, thanks for the video :)

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thank you so much Sue! It is a really lovely pattern and I have wanted to make it for ages, so I am really glad I finally did!

  • @viedeprimes
    @viedeprimes Před 3 měsíci

    Loved this vlog. Thank you ❤

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      I'm so glad! Thanks for watching!

  • @loriannpayne4483
    @loriannpayne4483 Před 3 měsíci

    Cute dress - well done!

  • @Madam-Arcati2013
    @Madam-Arcati2013 Před 3 měsíci

    The pannelled denim skirt is very like the Style Arc Lennox skirt although it has no waistband

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      I'll have a look at that one. Thanks!

  • @jennistevenson796
    @jennistevenson796 Před 3 měsíci

    Loved it, brilliant x

  • @sherrelstroot3034
    @sherrelstroot3034 Před 3 měsíci

    I think your dress is great and you look lovely.

  • @lisemac6763
    @lisemac6763 Před 3 měsíci

    Well done!

  • @megfreeth4377
    @megfreeth4377 Před 3 měsíci

    The dress is pretty x

  • @leepayk-bann3489
    @leepayk-bann3489 Před 3 měsíci

    Beautiful dress. I find collars challenging

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thank you! Collars are challenging!

  • @fionnualaryan7584
    @fionnualaryan7584 Před 3 měsíci

    Thank brilliant video ❤

  • @2siameezers
    @2siameezers Před 3 měsíci

    Hi Amelia, sadly, the Bee has never been broadcasted here in the US. I’ve been wanting to get VPN since my husband and I watch mysteries at night. We are currently watching the whole Brokenwood Mystery series from start to finish. I love your scalloped dress-so happy looking!

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Sorry you can't get the Sewing Bee! I love a good mystery to watch, I'll check that out! Thanks for watching the vlog!

    • @2siameezers
      @2siameezers Před 3 měsíci

      Brokenwood is in New Zealand 😉

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      ​@@2siameezers Then I definitely need to check it out!!

  • @woogies37
    @woogies37 Před 3 měsíci

    Tily has a great tutorial on how to do a scallop on the marnie blouse

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      I'll check it out, thank you!

  • @Lazydaisy646
    @Lazydaisy646 Před 3 měsíci

    Subscribed. This is fun

  • @semigoth299
    @semigoth299 Před 3 měsíci

    Yes ❤

  • @huzaifaalmohimed2258
    @huzaifaalmohimed2258 Před 3 měsíci

    👍❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @Avril-Steward
    @Avril-Steward Před 3 měsíci +7

    Oh dear Amelia, I feel so guilty for saying this, as I would never have attempted to make something out of such a bold geometric pattern, but have you cut out the sleeves upside down? Many apologies.

    • @Lazydaisy646
      @Lazydaisy646 Před 3 měsíci +1

      It appears you are correct 😢

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +21

      I guess the pattern is running a different way from the skirt, but I'm going to call it a design choice. :)

    • @Avril-Steward
      @Avril-Steward Před 3 měsíci +5

      And it is still a knockout!

    • @theresaanndiaz3179
      @theresaanndiaz3179 Před 3 měsíci +2

      You really have to look to notice the color sequence doesn't match. I usually see those things right off and I had to consciously look. It's such a cute dress.
      What I did notice right off was that the right sleeve blue stripe aligns perfectly with the blue stripe on the body of the dress which I really liked.

    • @dianeovenden
      @dianeovenden Před 3 měsíci +1

      It looks fantastic to me!

  • @katelavoie2031
    @katelavoie2031 Před 3 měsíci

    I have a question…because you have ironed the pieces will it shrink when you wash your garment? I always enjoy your videos and although I press like but almost never send a comment. Thank you for presenting different “how to”

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      Thanks for commenting! I was quite careful about how I pressed the fabric - especially before I cut out the pattern. Because it is an oversized dress I am not too worried as there is room if it shrinks up a little after washing.

  • @denisetymensky8922
    @denisetymensky8922 Před 3 měsíci

    For a waist cinch, how about a tab with 2 button holes you could add?

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci +1

      That's a really good idea!

  • @sueb4919
    @sueb4919 Před 3 měsíci

    I always end up drinking cold coffee.

  • @shortiebae152
    @shortiebae152 Před 2 měsíci

    I was not was going to say anything but no, the Sylvie skirt is not even close to the skirt made in the first episode of the sewing bee. That skirt was meant to be a structured skirt made with medium to heany weight fabric like denim or corduroy. It had to be topstitched throughout and had a button placard down the front.How is a zipper and making a button placard close? One needs a good very good sewing machine that wouldn't struggle to make clean button holes.
    With just a needle and thread one can install a zip.
    Also the sewing bee skirt, had a structured waistband, that is meant to fit to size, not flexible with an elastic like the Sylvie skirt. If I really wanted to make a skirt like the one in the bee, does the sylvie skirt have instructions to change their style to a front placard, structured waistband skirt?

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 2 měsíci

      Thanks for your comment. There are some obvious differences to the pattern in the Sewing Bee episode. However, I think I mentioned in the video that the patterns I mentioned were more suggestions of similar patterns based on those I had sewn before.
      For more exact pattern suggestions do head over to the Fold Line as they try to find a more exact match for each pattern sewn in the episode.

  • @susannedembowski1576
    @susannedembowski1576 Před 3 měsíci

    I hope you don’t mind if I ask you where you got your lovely cardigan from?

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      It was from Boden a few years ago now.

  • @marywest2896
    @marywest2896 Před 3 měsíci

    I like the sleeves, the only thing is they are so long on your arm the scallops aren't as visible as the could be if they were just one inch shorter...

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      A change I will make for next time - they did come out quite long!

  • @karolmolpus9536
    @karolmolpus9536 Před 3 měsíci

    Would you make the dress again?

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      I would! A few adjustments to make, but I really want to make it again.

  • @helenweatherby1694
    @helenweatherby1694 Před 3 měsíci

    Too much talking and hardly any demonstration for me.

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for your feedback.

  • @fionnualaryan7584
    @fionnualaryan7584 Před 3 měsíci

    I dislike heming

    • @sewamelia
      @sewamelia  Před 3 měsíci

      Me too! But the scallops made it much more fun. 😊