I made the ULTIMATE Scrap Dress! (DIY Tutorial)

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Жыл бұрын

I made an awesome scrap dress from spare fabric I had lying around in my workspace! Follow along with me as I sew this DIY dress and learn some new tips and tricks along the way!
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Bias tape tutorial: • How to Sew with Bias Tape
Neck facing tutorial: • How to Sew a Neckline ...
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- Sewing on a Juki DDL 8700 & My Lock 644D overlocker
- Fav domestic machine: Singer Heavy Duty
- Snips from Fiskars
- Sewing pump up playlist: open.spotify.com/playlist/008...
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Hi! My name is Carly & I’m a self taught creative exploring all things sewing, crochet & textiles! I’m especially excited by secondhand fabrics, using fabric scraps & all things wild, wholesome & delightful. Thank you for being here & if you have any questions feel free to leave a comment or shoot me a message. Lots of love.
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Thumbnail & editing by my amazing brother Matt Bettinson.

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@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Hey everyone !! Thanks for being here! Let me know in the comments what projects y’all have been working on 💖

@stineandscott 3 ай бұрын

Just wondering if you ever did updates on this dress after washing and drying it? I would think it would be softer and not as stiff. I love this idea.

@TeaCupCracked Жыл бұрын

The outer lime-tulle layer was such a smart idea! I've done patchwork stuff before but never thought of that and it really gives you two huge benefits over not including it; I love how it "contains" everything, so any fraying or unraveling over time wont cause catching on stuff and it creates a great unifying "filter" so you can really just use any fabric together and it will all blend. Thank you so much for sharing this project, I feel like you really opened my eyes and now I want to "tulle" something. Not sure what yet, but it's such a great idea!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! It does keep everything neat & contained - it's so ideal!! and yes I totally agree about the filter!! Good luck with your future projects!!

@KathleenIllustrated Жыл бұрын

Ah LOVE the idea of layering a sheer neon on top of the patchwork!! Can’t wait to see what else you make, my friend ❤ I’m about to start working on a quilted valentines dress 😅 wish me ALL DA LUCK

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you mate !! Appreciate it a lot. Sending all the sewing luck to you & please show the finished result!! Sounds like an amazing project. 💖

@thegirlwhoeats8863 3 ай бұрын

My gosh! Both legends in the same chat 🤯

@kerryhorbowsky6154 24 күн бұрын

@@thegirlwhoeats8863 that's what I thought!! Love @KathleenIllustrated and @fromcarlyb

@meredithcampbell8303 Жыл бұрын

Carly!! I love that you are branching out to youtube. You are so creative, and overall just a rad and genuine person. Thank you for your joy and for sharing it with all of us

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you friend !! Appreciate it a lot 💖💖💖

@Emmalineist 8 ай бұрын

I was not expecting this to come together this well!!! It looks so good, especially with the top you paired it with.

@fromcarlyb 7 ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much!!

@aimee-made 9 ай бұрын

I just discovered you today! I watch a lot of sewing videos, so I guess the Algorithm Gods smiled on me. :-D I absolutely LOVE your style - I just really connect with the whimsy and patchwork.... the whole vibe. I'm a lifelong knitter, but I guess I'd call myself an "advanced beginner" sewist. (I've made about 10 dresses, 3 quilts, 5 or 6 handbags, an apron, and tons of mending for my boyfriend :-) You are inspiring me to create with even MORE whimsy than I already do. (I'm 50 - am I too old for whimsy?) Oh, and I'm currently working on a babydoll dress - inspired by a floral-print border print fabric of which I bought two yards on clearance for a whopping $4.

@fromcarlyb 8 ай бұрын

oh hey!!!! thanks for being here!! you sound like a natural creative !!! you're NEVER too old for whimsy!!!! That's what I reckon! Oh I love it, I hope it goes well!!

@dordystudio Жыл бұрын

ahh you’re so cute!! that tip for the bias tape is amazing thank uuu!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I LOVE bias tape !!! Hehehe

@barbaracoleman9215 29 күн бұрын

You sew girl! I love your recycle/reuse fabric scraps! Great for the environment and planet. I started using my scraps from quilting to make yardage for homemade teddy bears. now I can keep making yardage to make clothes. Fantastic idea!

@fromcarlyb 3 күн бұрын

heheh thank you!!! that's amazing!!! homemade teddy bears sounds SO SWEET. I'm going to have to look into that!

@LetsPlayKirby Жыл бұрын

Would love to here more about the industrial & what the difference is❤️ so glad I can now watch your content on KZfaq aswell as instagram 🥰

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ooooh absolutely !! I’ll talk about it in my next video!! 💖 Thank you for watching!!

@bridiemeredith Жыл бұрын

Everything about this video was amazing 😍 Love all the close up shots and the camera angles and all the cuts were just the right amount of time ☺️👌🏻 This is definitely not first video vibes! Matt did an incredible job editing this tutorial too ☺️👌🏻

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Bridie !! Means a lot coming from you!!

@riadave8582 Жыл бұрын

Its so great to see you expanding into a new medium! If you're taking video ideas it would be really cool to see you do something about how you draft patterns and where you get all these beautiful fabrics

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your kindness!! I love this & I’ll add it to my video idea list💖

@elijahmeredith7682 Жыл бұрын

Yippee!!! Love this tutorial, very well made

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you mr fridge !!!!!

@heathermade7294 Жыл бұрын

Bless the algorithm for dropping you in my feed

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for stopping by!!! Means so much

@agatealbekeite Жыл бұрын

so excited to see more from you here on youtube, love getting a glimpse of your wild creative process! plus the quality of the video is amazing, wouldn't have guessed this was your first video

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

This is so lovely & kind. Thank you for watching & appreciating the process!! ( hehe) My little brother helped me make it look all professional - all him!!

@sewlove4757 Жыл бұрын

Such a rad dress!! So cool to see scraps used this way ❤

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@madebymyrrh Жыл бұрын

Sooooo cute 😍😍😍 I love the way you use up all your scraps! Definitely going to use this technique for my scraps ❤️❤️❤️

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

It’s so satisfying to use those awkward sized scraps that just sit around !! Happy sewing !!!

@BRILLATALLER Жыл бұрын

I found you on instagram and I am so happy to see you now on youtube because you are an amazing girl and artist💖 I wish u the best honey! 😘

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Awhhh this is lovely & so kind. Appreciate you! Thanks for the encouragement.

@Paperdoll- 3 ай бұрын

Hi Carly! Thank you for your video 🥰 I make pieces fabric also using this technique. The first time I made it using my wedding viel , over 120 years old. I love using embroidered vintage fabrics from table cloths, etc. I use whites, creams and pastels and the result is so lovely with the veil. I also place bits on top of the veil for even more added interest. I love your dress, very cute. This material is also great for bags.

@selina-marievoss8559 Жыл бұрын

It’s a joy to watch you create - it’s such an alive and fun process! ✨

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I love this, thank you so much for watching!! 🥹💖

@mollymcmahon6603 Жыл бұрын

Can’t wait for more videos! Absolutely loved this one, so helpful and easy to follow along ❤

@annadayl Жыл бұрын

I would love to hear more about your sewing machines 😊

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

oooooh yes i will definitely do a video on this soon!

@thychimm09 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love this tutorial!!! When you were finishing it up with the sleeves I was curious how it would come out. It looks fantastic. If you have time to go into detail how you did it that would be amazing!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching!! I will do my best to break it down in future videos

@chloeblair3749 3 ай бұрын

It turned out so cute! Great video :)

@fromcarlyb 3 ай бұрын

Thank you!! 😊

@Sky-cz9lj Жыл бұрын

Welcome, welcome, welcome! What a brilliant idea & how cute it is. I can't wait to see more from you.

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ah Thank you for this welcome & the kindness.

@Kimmygrace__ Жыл бұрын

Yayyyy loved this so much!! Such a gorgeous dress! Love the creativity 😍 would love to see something with ruffles next! Maybe even chiffon ✨🤍

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Kimmy !!! Appreciate you !! Ooooh yes ruffles & chiffon coming right uppppp

@GlennaAdele Жыл бұрын

I would love a video dedicated to your JUKI🌸

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I can do this!!!

@kimberlypiter8718 Жыл бұрын

I love the spirit of this dress.

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!

@ellensetchkopalmerlee6481 Жыл бұрын

So excited you are on KZfaq now!! Congratulations! 🥳 Thank you for sharing your process of making beautiful dresses! I love your style and your creative spirit! And I’d love to hear more about your industrial machine! 💚

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ellen! Thank you so much. Thanks for taking the time to watch too! I will absolutely rave on about the industrial machine very soon ( you don’t have to ask me twice haha!!)

@anlurian6403 Жыл бұрын

¡Hola! desde Mexico , que hermoso trabajo, me gusta mucho la costura solo que a veces me causa mucha frustración. Seguire en la lucha, gracias por compartir, me has inspirado mucho. 💫

@liezKIND Жыл бұрын

heya! suuuper excited to see u here, when i first discovered your insta i was sad not to find you on youtube -- glad to see thats changed! loved this tutorial, super easy to follow along, except for how you made the bias tape and facing -- i am glad for the video's that you linked to and will def check them out, but i wouldve liked to see you go into just a liiiittle bit more detail, so that an intermediate sewer could sew along if they paid close enough attention to the video. I wouldn't want you to go into great detail, there are, indeed, seperate videos that already explain these things in detail, but a few more lingering shots on you making the bias tape wouldve been really helpful! right now its juuuust a bit too short for me to figure out what you were doing during those shots. anyway thats just a small thing, all and all im just super excited to see you here!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

thank you so much for following along on Insta and now on KZfaq too! So kind. I did kind of speed through that part, I hope the linked videos help fill in the blanks. I'll try add more detail in future videos for sure. Thank you for the feedback!

@MarlaPlainandSmall Жыл бұрын

Glad to see you on KZfaq!

@paulaneary7877 9 ай бұрын

WOW. that turned otu really cute. Great job!

@jessilous_closet Жыл бұрын

Carly!! I'm so excited that you're on KZfaq now too! This was such a lovely video and your dress turned out gorgeous! Thank you for the inspiration

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for watching friend!! Means a lot!!

@minabluebirds Жыл бұрын

I've followed you on instagram for quite some time and I love everything you make, so I hit the subscribe button in seconds 😊I love love love that you're promoting upcycling too and cannot wait to see more!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ahhh this is so lovely!! Thank you so much for following on IG & now here too - appreciate you! Lots of Love!

@alogg1360 Жыл бұрын

I’m new at sewing , I’m currently working on a dress made from a button up shirt for my toddler , I would love to see a video of your machines. Also the dress is fantastic! I like the hints of sparkle from the scrap sparkle fabric and the color of the organza makes the dress look like it’s glowing. Amazing work , can’t wait for more! 💕

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

That sounds amazing !! I hope it turns out great!! Also thank you so much 💖💖💖

@Abbe1133 Жыл бұрын

I'm working on a cute pinafore dress made from some thrifted gingham fabric! really excited that you have a KZfaq channel now!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

i LOVE this!! i hope it goes so well friend. happy sewing

@jadakowers590 4 ай бұрын

Very creative idea!

@imaanadams5987 Жыл бұрын

Hey Carly, this dress 👗 is lovely and so are you. You are such an inspiration to me in my sewing journey. Now I’m going to search for your video about the Juki industrial. My late grandmother had one and I was always in love with looking at it but now on KZfaq when I see people using the Juki, the sewing sounds and looks very smooth, it’s very satisfying to watch so I dream of getting one some day 😄 love you content ❤

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

aw thank you so much!!! The sound is DELIGHTFUL from the Juki - one of my favourite functions besides the actual sewing quality and speed!! Thanks for watching

@audrablue515 8 ай бұрын

OMG you are beyond adorable and so talented! I don't know why or how the KZfaq algorithm brought me to you, but I'm so glad it did. I absolutely want to try this method of making fabric. It would amazing for sofa throw pillows as well as the bucket hat and jacket you suggested. Thank you for the vid. I will be spending today (Sunday) finding other vids you've done and following you everywhere on social media. Proud to be a fellow Aussie!

@fromcarlyb 8 ай бұрын

Aw thank you so much!! Thank you for watching! It absolutely would be - it's such an interesting and eye catching textile! Take care & thank you for taking the time to comment

@ashtonmirai 7 ай бұрын

id really love a video on how you self draft your patterns because im in love with everything you make and im so inspired but when it comes to drafting a pattern its like i get hit in the head with a coconut and have no idea what im doing 😭 gorgeous work 🫶🫶🫶

@blessedfrig Жыл бұрын

I cannot wait for more!! I always wondered how you did these dresses and you've made it look so easy (although time consuming). The end result is amazing!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

This is so lovely!! All good things take time, hopefully this way people can follow along & join in too!

@AlexVandenBroek Жыл бұрын

Carlyyyyy your sewing space is a dream!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Alex!!! Just my sweet corner of my bedroom!

@cansuarslansaran2715 Жыл бұрын

Omg! You’re welcome! 🥹🍭🎪🎨

@justSEWit Жыл бұрын

Hello! Can you make a tutorial in making long skirts? Kindly include the pattern also. Thank you much! I hope you'll notice. ✨💓

@rasar7367 Жыл бұрын

Lovely! I really would like to know how you made the jean top you wore in the beginning of your video.

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Oooooh yes I might do a tutorial for this sometime!! It is such a special piece to me.

@user-om4gd5qc3i 9 ай бұрын

You are very smart and very talented ❤

@HandmadeJems Жыл бұрын

I have discovered your channel through this video and am so excited!!! I absolutely love finding fellow Aussie sewing lovers and am really wanting to get into making more garments for myself this year so cannot wait to watch and support your channel!! Would love to know how you go about making patterns (if you do) or what brands you like using? Best wishes, Jemma x

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ah that is so cool! Thank you for clicking & taking the time to watch and comment. I will definitely do a video on this in the future! Although I mainly use my own patterns, some of my favourites are from Etsy (Hubbading & VikiSews are great) and DIY Daisy has a great book too!

@karinkreischer7921 Жыл бұрын

Woooow!!! That Dress!!! I love it!! Waiting for tutorials 🤩🙌

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Karin! More to come, every Sunday!

@christelle-miacourtois-seb8491 Жыл бұрын

Wahouuuu I’m so happy !!!! Congratulation for a New Channel ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Yehawwww thank you so much friend !! Appreciate you. 💖

@emmalealingard8248 Жыл бұрын

the most delightful!!!!!!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

LOVE YOU A LOT

@Jenc1396 Жыл бұрын

AHHH SO STOKED CARLY!!! I'm making a patchwork skirt rn :))

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

That sounds AMAZING !!! Good luck !!

@Andyscrap Жыл бұрын

Great first video. Looking forward to many more. Good luck for all your future endeavors🤗👍🌼

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Andrea!

@scrapupsewist Жыл бұрын

Welcome to scrappy KZfaq :) lovely video, I'm so inspired by these kind of projects

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

heheh I love that!! Thank you

@baidykle1 Ай бұрын

Love it how the glitter patches glimmer in the light. Really beautiful dress and what a wonderful idea in general. Oh, and you seem to be such a cool, creative, kind and cheerful person, I just watched a few of your videos and immediately subscribed!

@Rookiejournal_ Жыл бұрын

I enjoy your content on instagram so much although I dont do sewing but your vibe is just so good and motivating! It really keeps me going for what im doing so im so thrilled to know you're now on KZfaq! Wohooo❤

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ok this is the sweetest comment ?!! thank you for watching the video & taking time to comment. Sending all the love right back!!

@user-fr9dw1vo6v Ай бұрын

Спасибо🌺

@offtheclock.crafts Жыл бұрын

Omg im so excited to make this!!!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Happy sewing!

@helloemilymills Жыл бұрын

What a lovely video! Echoing some of the other comments here, the quality is so good I wouldn't have thought it was your first! Keen to follow your creative adventures in this new way 💕

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Emily

@sophieburgess4523 Жыл бұрын

So excited for this!

@lynnieblinnie1066 Жыл бұрын

Great idea. Love the dress. Really enjoyed watching 😀

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you Lynnie!

@averylnicole698 Жыл бұрын

Gorgeous ❤️❤️❤️!!! Thank you for sharing this textile technique 😍😍😍 I'll definitely apply this on my next sewing project ✨✨✨

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I love it !! Happy Sewing!!

@orsolyalevay2830 Жыл бұрын

Very cute idea, suits you well😊

@matildasmarmalade6735 Жыл бұрын

This is such a fun idea!

@bowerbirdstyle7661 6 ай бұрын

I really like the outfit you are wearing in this video. Did you make it?

@owlkingx Жыл бұрын

Love this, and can't wait to see more from you!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for watching !!! 💖

@eddieishernickname Жыл бұрын

I HAVE BEEN WAITING AND WOOT! ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ok you are DA BEST !!!!!! Thank you so much for being here !!!!

@dordystudio Жыл бұрын

love your work so much!! so excited for your videos 💗💗

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you for being here !!! 💖

@nancywalter7555 2 ай бұрын

Carlie i love the process. Would be great for mini quilts. Wondering if top organza is cotton?

@tanishalynne Жыл бұрын

Turned out so lovely. I absolutely love it. ❤

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@drummerlovesbookworm9738 Жыл бұрын

I love it! And you are adorable!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Hehehe aw ! Thank you for watching. 💖

@lorend7860 Жыл бұрын

Great tutorial!! I’m definitely going to try this 👌💖

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Ooooh let me know how you go!! Happy sewing. 💖💖💖

@babzhill1011 Жыл бұрын

Such a lovely video, love the dress

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much!

@ericalashley1556 Жыл бұрын

I wonder if you were to use a type of interfacing, like a pf44, instead of the cotton back, to make it not as heavy 🤔 but I like how it has that corset effect to it

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I love this idea!! I'll have to give it a go!

@nwinning 4 ай бұрын

Great idea! Did you use silk organza? I would think that Poly would melt under the iron

@saneminotaur Жыл бұрын

This video came up on my home page, so I thought I'd check it out, and I'm so glad I did! Had a look at your Insta as well; you are extremely talented, and I love how this dress turned out. Looking forward to seeing more content from you in the future. P.S You did so well with the filming and editing here!

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

That is so exciting! Thank you stopping by & taking the time to comment too. It means a lot! Thanks again & sending lots of love.

@saneminotaur Жыл бұрын

@@fromcarlyb De nada! I'm excited to see your channel grow; lots of love to you as well!

@iamtvblake 9 ай бұрын

Please do tell us all about your Juki. It is MY DREAM MACHINE as well! How much was it? Where did you buy? Did you have o set it up? I am thinking of getting a used one.

@jacmary6580 Жыл бұрын

Ooh glad I came across your Chanel I think you will give me a lot of inspiration for my daughter, she has a quirky style too and loves sustainable clothing 😊 hope to see more 😊

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

That is so cool! Thank you for taking the time to comment.

@Poqets 9 ай бұрын

This is genius!! What method is this called, if it has a name?

@fromcarlyb 9 ай бұрын

Ooh I have no idea!! I guess it's like a scrap sandwhich!!

@babeage Жыл бұрын

Congratulations on making your first youtube video. I hope it won't be your last! 🙌🏽🙌🏽🙌🏽P.S. A washable fabric glue stick might be really helpful when trying to place the various scraps instead of pins.

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

It certainly won't! There will be new videos every week. Also that is such a great idea, i love it!

@glutenfreekid6546 Жыл бұрын

What kind of material is the sheer outter fabric?

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

I used a sparkling organza but any sheer & lightweight fabric would work great. A lace or chiffon would be cool too!

@glutenfreekid6546 Жыл бұрын

@@fromcarlyb Thank you!

@SabaAlizadeh-qt5we Жыл бұрын

Where to get the pattern?

@fromcarlyb Жыл бұрын

This pattern is self drafted but hopefully the video helps with the pattern making process a little bit!

@veraoliveira5059 Жыл бұрын

In reality, you made a reversible dress, right?

@baidykle1 Ай бұрын

The neckhole facing would show if she reversed it, but if instead of that she'd finished that and the bottom hem with bias tape as well, the dress would then be reversible, yes.