How To Sew a 1950's Pullover Wrap Dress | Butterick 6212

Hello Darlings! It has felt like ages since I have done a sewing video, so I thought it was about time to do another one!! I make a gorgeous two tone 1950's style dress in olive green and white. It's a great versatile piece to have in your wardrobe as it isn't uncomfortably tight around the waist and is perfect for those days when you want to be comfy and eat as much food as your heart desires!! hehe
I also go over what I would change to the pattern next time I make this dress. The pattern did have some inconsistencies with the fit, so I wanted to let you all know incase you make the same dress, so you don't make the same mistakes I did!
I hope you enjoyed the video, thanks so much for watching!
See you next Sunday!

Lots of love,
Sage Xx

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[ginger]

In 1991 I had a very very old Kenmore sewing machine and wanted to replace it with a Singer 20 stitch. My hubby decided to get me that for Christmas but when he went shopping they were not making that machine anymore & he told the lady - no my wife specifically wants a Singer 20 stitch. Lo and behold, she called him later & said they had your Singer at the thrift store at my church, so I bought it for you, come to the shop & get it. She only paid $15 for it so that is all she wanted for it . She told my husband it works ok but it is pretty clunky. He brought it home and took it apart, cleaned and oiled it and it has been working like a dream ever since. My favorite Christmas gift ever. And what a very sweet lady at the sewing machine store.

[sophia__]

My great grandmother used to sew most of her dresses. My grandfather would watch her sew. She bought her sewing patterns from the drug store, my grandfather says she mostly bought McCall's patterns. My grandfather recalls her getting stabbed by the needle of the machine. (this was in the '50s and '60s)

[kaylamarie]

I work in a retirement home, and I have a resident who made ALL of her clothes, I mean full wardrobe! They are the most beautiful things I've ever seen, she did such a great job! Sadly, her eyesight isn't what it was, so she's hasn't made anything in a long while. Whenever something needs fixed I'm the first one to say "I WILL FIX IT!" 🥰

[fawn]

Thrift stores are a great place to find a solid sewing machine. My heavy duty Singer sewing machine cost $18.00 and is the best sewing machine I've ever owned.

[DeterminedDIYer]

Small tip for the audience if anyone wants to make it. Before you do the hem, let it hang for a couple days before you trim and hem it. it will sag in some places due to the bias. :) Bottom hem should always be the last thing you do in the construction.

[lyzipoplovesyou]

Legitimately the cutest channel on YouTube!

[heathersarbo]

As a seamstress, I believe you will do better with your patterns if you iron your fabric in half along with the adjusted pattern pieces! I would definitely shorten the length of pattern before you cut it out! Also patterns are NEVER correct for a person! Ugh 😑 so a mock up on the top will definitely help with final adjustments before cutting your material. I hope I’ve helped as I know how valuable your time is! I love making vintage clothes and absolutely LOVE your videos! Please don’t ever stop!

[kaylalee]

I love the color combination. The green is so lovely and the white brightens it up. It’s perfect for both spring and fall. So so lovely. 💕

[djjohnston]

Sage, your channel makes me feel happy . You are so upbeat and cheerful! Your videos are fun and informative. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!

[katereid]

Love the dress! 
Other tips for if/when you make it again - I think you'll find that the pattern is too long-waisted for you, it looks like the waist of the dress is hitting a couple of inches too low. This could be why the bottom set of buttons isn't working as well as it does in the pattern pic, and it would also be contributing to the problems you're having with the bust area fit.
Also, for a better-fitting bodice, pick the size that fits you based on your overbust measurement, then let out/take in at the waist and bust as required.
I'm short-waisted, and have a small overbust/shoulder measurement compared to my full bust & waist size, so I have to do a Full Bust Adjustment and let out the waist darts on pretty much every single pattern I make. If I make a pattern straight from the packet and choose a size based on my waist size, I have very similar fit issues to what you are talking about.

[frmthesludge]

I don’t know how to sew, but watching videos by her always brighten up my day! ❤️

[brettmcgaven]

Goodness this woman and this channel make me happy even though nothing of it is of any direct or obvious interest to me. It just makes me happy that women like this exist yet - I know that is probably sexist or sentimental or nostalgic. If nostalgia for a time you never experienced is actually that or something else. I think there is an argument to be made that the WW2 generation was a highwater mark in recent western civilisation and there has been a falling off since then. Our great grandfathers would likely not make much of us in the main, except possibly our technological innovation.

[johnnylnowlin]

I'm a guy, genuinely intrigued by your video's. You truly epitomize the cultural differences in era's. I know nothing about sewing, and could only attempt to imagine the patience and accuracy needed to produce quality work.... I am amazed. However, I will say - your sewing machine is beautiful.... and in fact, makes me want to fill a bowl with sherbet ice cream! Nice video!

[janeburkhart]

What a lovely and unique dress! You're such a talented seamstress. Makes me wish I had continue to sew. You're right - it's heaps of fun!

[OasisAcres]

I just got to sew today! I haven't had time to the last month or two and getting to watch this while working was so pleasant 😌

[malamaurer]

Thank you for sharing you with with the rest of us Sage. Your videos seriously make my whole weekend. ❤️🌹❤️

[debifisher]

You have such talent Sage. Ty for bringing back memories from yesteryear. You are so adorable. Ty again

[connieliscio]

You make kt look so easy.
The dress is beautiful and looks great on you. Thank you for showing us how to make classy clothes!

[navyandlime]

Omg!!! 😱 Your sewing machine. It's beautiful!!!!

[eurekahavok]

I’ve been meaning to try this pattern so it’s great to hear your feedback on how it fits!