Sketchbook Tour | January 2020
In a shocking turn of events, I came up with more project ideas. I know. Me. Having a lot of ideas. Who would have thought?!
I realize not all of these ideas will turn into actual costumes - as proven by the fact that only a select few of the designs featured in my previous sketchbook tour ended up turning into actual costumes.
But that's part of why I like filming these so much, I get to share my enthusiasm for projects, even if they don't end up panning out. It's also fun to reflect back on previous plans and how the differ from what I actually ended up making. Or at least I think it is. Hopefully you do too!
This time around I have way more fantasy/evening gown themed things planned than historical costumes. A lot of which are motivated by ridiculous fabrics I fell in love with that are in no way historically appropriate. But I have some foundations and victorian projects planned too, so it kind of balances out.
I will be back tomorrow with my boning organization video, and in the mean time I hope you enjoy this one! :D
Comments (9)
Sketchbook tours are always interesting and fun, especially so when you are so enthusiastic! I foresee again many late nights for seamstress Angela, keeping up with her twin sister the designer.
If you look closely at the bunny to the lower right, it looks like he's following along as you go through the book. I love these videos, and the bunny made it even more entertaining. He looks a little skeptical, though. But I'm positive that he wants to see the Dragon Slayer fantasy costumes as much as I do.
Loved this Sketchbook Tour! Just loved this! Did I mention that I really loved this Sketchbook Tour? I find it very enjoyable and strangely satisfying (considering you're the person doing all the hard work) to see your thoughts/ideas put on paper AND then see your vlogs when you create the garments that come from your imagination. It is very inspiring (you've got me back sewing after a very long time). I appreciate the effort you put into doing this and allowing us to come along on your journey. Thank you! Oh, I love the purple and pink butterfly fabric and both of the dresses you have in mind. I think you will look gorgeous in both dresses (I haven't seen you not look gorgeous in your creations). Oh I like the other embroidered fabric as well. We don't have Joannes anywhere near me - now that's a shame. Warm wishes from Down Under
I loved this video. I call my projects that don't get completed right away BATTLE SHIPS! But I do stop the wheel and complete them eventually because it drives me crazy! LOL Cannot wait to see the Dragon Slayer Valentine's dress and Butterfly dresses completed my favorite.BUT ALL your designs are absolutely beautiful!!! Yes another video of your sketch books. And more cooking videos please.
I agree that there are a number of independent companies who have already invented the wheel so it might be worth the time saved to get to your own creations more quickly. I also understand the satisfaction of every garment from the skin out being all yours. Especially if you have fit issues requiring an almost total redraft anyway. I would just like for you to get to what you enjoy (although who doesn't love pretty new frilly underthings) so a compromise might be in order.
Why don’t you just buy a pattern for the undergarments and sew them up quickly. There are already patterns for most time periods out there like truly Victorian and laughing moon designs and that might make it easier for you rather than reinventing the wheel and drafting them from scratch.
I'm really excited to see that purple butterfly one-shoulder dress come together. About 4 years ago I tried to make a dress with a very similar silhouette and neckline, but due to my inexperience at the time, I could not for the life of me figure out exactly how to make the bodice overlay work. So I really want to see how you pattern it/make it work so maybe I'll pull my "green monstrosity" out of the vacuum bag it's been sitting in for years and give it another go.
Your mom is an enabler, Angela! She is not making your fabric ban very easy, is she? I wanted to encourage you to stick with the foundation garment creating. I understand it's not as fun as making costumes/outfits, but you are taking the time now to invest in quality foundation garments that you will (hopefully) never need to make again!
Such lovely designs again! I love the ones with the butterflies. Can't wait to see them come to life. :)