The Wonderful Versatility of an 18th Century Jacket 🧵 Sewing Tutorial 🧵

Making my 18th century jacket!

TIMESTAMPS
00:00 Intro
01:18 Part 1: Research and Design
05:07 Part 2: Patterning and Mockup
11:32 Part 3: Construction
14:32 Part 4: Back Seams and Pleats
16:10 Part 5: Lacing Eyelets
18:57 Part 6: Sleeves
25:34 Part 7: Alterations
28:05 Part 8: Trimmings
30:45 Review
35:03 Chicken Update

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[SemperVerenda]

The best pressing tip I ever received is that silk organza makes a really good pressing cloth, since it's a) indestructible and b) transparent.

[ValerieSaubrement]

When you were hesitant about the side seem I said out loud "don't do it!"and heard you say back in the video "ok I won't do it! Ugh!" And I just started laughing 😂

[carolinepitts]

Seeing you sew on that old Singer makes my heart sing. I learned on my Mom's 42 Singer, Ive owned many other machines since, but I always go back to that beautiful machine every time.

[thirza]

I really like seeing your process of alterations after you've done the rough construction of the final product already, it's just so relatable and realistic😅

[elizabethsaltmarsh]

I have definitely made the same "mistake" with not adding enough ease between mockup and final 3 layer stiff final garment. I'm glad you were able to recover and wound up with a result you liked.

[Pnylve]

I love how unique it looks yet definitely still very 18th century! Also you mentioning that that historybounding vine dress was 3 years ago made me realise how time flies, it doesn't feel like so long ago!

[Chibihugs]

I love how you blended the different feature of various coats to make yours.

[alittlebitofkatie]

... You have just blown my mind with that seam allowance pen trick, how have I never thought of doing that!

[nekkidnora]

That trim turned out SO good, it looks phenomenal. I'm impressed the pinking machine still works! I mean, for the most part. And CHICKENS!! That new chicken with the best hairdo looked very comfy after she was done being scared out of her mind. And I love that the chickens have taken a liking to that berry, they must be so pleased with their new treat!

[ashextraordinaire]

LOVE how this jacket turned out! The shorter length is perfect, and the trimming is just exquisite. And that brown lacing ribbon seems to match the floral trim. Looks like you did that on purpose!

[laniinla]

I am so happy to be home sick with all this cozy sewing content. Perfect timing! 😷

[elsa_g]

I *love* the back view!! Especially where the sleeves attach!

[rebeccaburnell]

Autumn olives are also nitrogen-fixing - part of why they're invasive is that they can do just fine in poor soil because they have a symbiotic relationship with bacteria in the soil that can pull nitrogen from the air to feed the plant (most plants can't do that).

You can make use of that feature by planting a tree in the middle of the autumn olive thicket - the tree will have access to the extra nitrogen as it grows.

If you plant a climax species tree (nut trees or other long-lived upper storey canopy trees) you can literally plant it and ignore it because it evolved to germinate and grow slowly from a shaded forest floor. Oaks are often the natural climax species for the midwest, if you're looking for the hardiest native tree (ie, one that is likely to succeed even with neglect) - but there are probably a few different options for your region other than oak, too.

If you want a tree that's not a long-lived upper canopy species (including fruit tree species), plant it right up against the south side of the autumn olive thicket. If the autumn olives start to expand and cast too much shade on the seedling, prune them back heavily to release the light for your tree. You can prune autumn olive heavily at any time of year without killing it, so it will continue to feed and shelter your chickens until the tree is a few decades old and shading its "nursery" out.

[laurenp]

The chicken updates are just so relaxing to me.

[cleoclaus]

The jacket is lovely; your skills and artistry have grown wonderfully over the years, and it shows in your creations. And much as I enjoy your sewing (that’s what I subscribed for) I have come to look forward to the avian updates. The way you care for those birds is so endearing; those feathered floofs are lucky to have a mama like you. 😊

[therese]

I definitely prefer it with the lighter bodices on you, that really elongates your torso, very flattering❤

[liav]

It really works for the capsule wardrobe.

That fabric is sublime! And it looks very similar to a fabric I wanted to match a portrait but alas it was not in the budget

[yobespierre]

you sharpen those with a triangle-shaped file. you don't have to heat it to sharpen it. it's like a shaped chisel or a pair of scissors. just go slow and only pull/push the file in only 1 direction while you do it.

[indiabilly]

I look at the finished jacket in total awe of your skills and you look at it and point out it’s imaginary flaws! It’s beautiful! Xx

[debcarroll]

Your drafting skills are so impressive! I know you felt like you had to do too many alterations, but I wouldn't have even known how to do them.The jacket is gorgeous. I really love the trim!