How To Make a 1950's Blouse | Beginner Sewing Project

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2 жыл бұрын

This is a fantastic 1950's style sewing project for beginners! I made it with nothing but a pillow case and some thread. If you’re looking for a classy looking vintage style garment to make, but are newer to sewing, this is a perfect project for you! I've also discovered that the image I referenced is from 1960. But there are a lot of similar tops and dresses from the 50's as well. It very much epitomizes that sort of transitional period from the fashion of the 1950's to the 1960's.
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Music:
“Alice Blue Gown” - Edith Day and Rosario Bourdon (1920)
"Whispers of Love Waltz" - Imperial Infantry Band (Circa 1910’s)
“Sunny" - Jack Hobbs (1926)

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@monicagaitor6751 3 ай бұрын

Many of these vintage pieces are so beautiful I have never really stopped wearing them. They are classic! 💃💕

@mistie101 Ай бұрын

The fact that you made this out of a pillowcase is incredible! You've inspired me to try make one myself. 😊

@MirandaMilner Ай бұрын

Thanks! I’m so glad I could provide some inspiration!

@agimagi2158 2 жыл бұрын

Very well explained, bust darts made sense for me for the first time! Thank you!

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I could help! It took me a while to figure out how to measure them too, until I learned about how bra cup sizes are determined by figuring out the difference between the bust and underbust and I was like 😱.

@tinaashworth8282 Жыл бұрын

I love the fact that you repurposed a pillowcase! The color and tiny floral pattern were perfect. I didn't care for the front neckline, it looks like it would feel awkward. Thanks for the video

@MirandaMilner Жыл бұрын

It was definitely a specific kind of neckline that was popular in the 50’s. It’s not for everyone, but I’m a fan.

@user-sl9ii5wk5y 9 ай бұрын

Such a great video. Thank you for sharing, lovely to see a young woman with so much elegance & class!

@snookiedoo 2 жыл бұрын

I made this, it was easy and came out so cute!

@lisamariepryde3792 5 ай бұрын

I think this is a great video! Great for a newbie or beginner. I think you did a great job and nice job using a recycled item..

@bettyvargas3138 Жыл бұрын

Very pretty blouse. Love the recycled pillow case.

@clearseas2657 Ай бұрын

Unbelievably cute

@SD-qu8vp 2 жыл бұрын

wonderful idea of upcycling a pillow case. very pretty

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks 😊

@jguitar23 3 ай бұрын

Good choice!!❤ Reminds me how Debbie Harry made one of her iconic outfits from pillow cases too!!

@rareli6394 Жыл бұрын

Thank u about the info of what to where for the undergarments, cuz I was thinking of that question!

@ceciliadennison7123 2 жыл бұрын

Ahhh this is so pretty! I would totally do this if I could sew 🤩🥲

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

I gotta teach you some basics!

@yahoo.com07 2 жыл бұрын

It came out just perfect!! It's such an easy make. What a wonderful summertime sewing project!! Thank you for sharing with all of us! Have a lovely day!! =;)

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

Have a lovely day as well! I’m so glad you liked this project! 💕

@rjbrewer09 3 ай бұрын

you did very well explaining everything. Thank you so much for the great thrift idea.❤

@JoanneJowsey 9 ай бұрын

how lovely!

@severianastafford6919 11 ай бұрын

It turned out super cute!

@Chickenmom777 9 ай бұрын

Love this! It came out perfect 🪻

@phil6441 Жыл бұрын

Omg perfect for my friends birthday gift. Thanks so much!

@MirandaMilner Жыл бұрын

I’m so glad, I hope she loves it! 🦋

@SillyMillie765 3 ай бұрын

Love your videos! Please make more!

@rini.lily04 2 жыл бұрын

Always love your sewing videos!💗

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

🥰

@user-ts6yv9fm8t 6 ай бұрын

I love your videos

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

Good job my cousin

@gorgeouslyvintage Жыл бұрын

It turned out absolutely amazing 🤩❤️😍✨ and I loved the video 🤗

@Faby07aleixo 2 ай бұрын

Nice! Ill defiently try it out and this mad ee realize straps don't need to be dificult!

@morenagomes7607 Жыл бұрын

Genial!👏

@opulentlilt455 2 ай бұрын

Thanks!

@felicitytoad 3 ай бұрын

😊😊

@LynnayaLorie 8 ай бұрын

Everyone said I was so crazy. That a pillowcase. I just cut the top seem. And cut down the side seams tied it at the shoulders an I had a blouse

@Rifkiyunanwicaksono Жыл бұрын

Information good friend

@LynnayaLorie 8 ай бұрын

This one is better than mine was. It has a shape

@MirandaMilner 8 ай бұрын

It’s mostly about having it tucked into the skirt honestly.

@silkes.7817 2 ай бұрын

The only thing I'd critique are the darts. Try to sew more alongside the edge for a few stitches so you don't get the little bulk where the nipple is.

@DivinelyGuided2911 Ай бұрын

Cute enough. I love your skirt. You can do a bra shelf inside or maybe a canvisol.

@RamafashionDesigner 2 жыл бұрын

New subscribe

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@rubypanterra. 9 ай бұрын

Do you have a halter shirt video? If there's one in the vault, I'd love to watch 😍

@MirandaMilner 9 ай бұрын

I don’t unfortunately. I don’t really like halters myself because of how they pull my neck forward.

@rubypanterra. 9 ай бұрын

@@MirandaMilner that's understandable. I'm enjoying your elf series 💚

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

You there

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

Hey cousin you just posted this

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

@thatoneamerican3063 Жыл бұрын

Could you use any kind of fabric for this design??

@MirandaMilner Жыл бұрын

Pretty much. I mean, it would depend on how you want it to fall and the comfortability you’re okay with. And of course some fabrics are a way bigger pain to work with or fray a lot, but you could technically make it with just about whatever you want.

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

It is mw

@elysethefloralninja 2 жыл бұрын

How do you accommodatw for many sizes in case you have to tailor it?

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

Sorry, I don’t think I quite understand the question. Could you re-phrase it?

@elysethefloralninja 2 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaMilner when you are measuring, is there a way you measure to insure enough fabric so you can fut just about anyone in it? U kniw this garnent is looser though, so it can for more suzes.

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

@@elysethefloralninja Well, you just make the blouse to your own measurements. For some people, a pillowcase won't have enough fabric. I just used a pillow case because I liked the material, but you can make it with any fabric you want. I try to show how to draft these patterns to fit yourself. That's why I don't usually mention my personal measurements, I just explain how to get the correct measurements on yourself.

@elysethefloralninja 2 жыл бұрын

@@MirandaMilner ah ok. I was just thinking about someone who gains and looses weight easily, jumps from different sizes. Thank you

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

@@elysethefloralninja Well, the straps are adjustable which would probably help in that situation. Other than that, you can just make it a tad bigger and it will still probably be wearable if you lose weight.

@jessicarobinson9248 3 ай бұрын

So are the sides straight? Are there buttons? This looks nursing friendly but id need to know how to get the blouse over engorged breasts.

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

Hi it is me

@MirandaMilner 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Karli 💕

@spaghettiking7312 6 ай бұрын

You're adorable.

@cherylhuot4436 7 ай бұрын

Honey, the very first thing someone needs to learn about begining to sew and getting a nice finished product is you spend more time ironing than sewing!!! Every seam and fold needs to be ironed as you go!!! It’s the difference between looking “homemade” and a professional finish. Pressing at the end is no substitute!!!

@jenniferbailey1580 3 ай бұрын

Possibly if you are in the depths of “wearable? muslin” for either testing a new pattern or working without one where best case it’s pajamas… you can go halfway on some of the seams. But you won’t have a result anywhere a seam meets an unironed seam that gives you some information muslims are made for.

@karliwithabaseballbatisgoi6755 2 жыл бұрын

Are you in your room