Oh Catherine I am a knitter. Thank goodness you didn’t cut it. So much time ,effort and expense went into that sweater. What a great find. Congratulations !
@CatherineSews8 ай бұрын
Thank you! I'm glad too. It would have felt like vandalism!
@kdcbattlecreek8 ай бұрын
Thanks for considering the handwork! I learned a lot about manipulating buttons and holes, and working with the strap tube. Gorgeous!
@JankoWalski-hz3lu8 ай бұрын
Yeah, this is a beautiful classic cardigan, you made it fit just right and this way you get more versatility, because you can wear it with many different things underneath :)
@JankoWalski-hz3lu8 ай бұрын
Oh and this camisole is so lovely. I can't even tell if I like it more with the lace or without, I'd really want both of them xD
@lauratobin98768 ай бұрын
I’m also a knitter & knitting a lacework sweater like that is a true act of love! It would have been a travesty to chop it up. It’s so nice to see it have a new chance to be worn & loved! It looks wonderful on you!
@Hapi4U8 ай бұрын
Knitter here! Lace weight Mohair, 4 to 5 skeins at $35 to $40 per skein, not including the time that went into the making of that beautiful sweater… we would have to hunt you down for cutting it 😂😂 Great work 👍👍‼️💯
@lorieburtt5928 ай бұрын
As a knitter, I am so happy and profoundly relieved that you did not cut up that beautiful sweater!
@colleenjolicoeur60597 ай бұрын
It takes a maker to love and appreciate someone else’s work. I love this result.
@cariwaldick48987 ай бұрын
I love seeing the respect you gave to the original knitter. Why something this beautiful was in a thrift store is anyone's guess, but the end results proves it wound up in the right hands.
@TodayinJensSewingRoom8 ай бұрын
It has never occurred to me to understitch a french seam. Genius! Also I always learn from your hand sewing. I've also been learning to try on try on try on as I go as I learn from your backlog of videos. Nobody has ever taught me such practical sewing before and I've been doing it for 50+ years! Thank you so much!
@arvettadelashmit93378 ай бұрын
I'm a knitter. Thank you for not cutting up that sweater. The yarn it was made from would cost a lot of money today. Your camisole and sweater are beautiful together. It was well worth your time and effort. Very nice.
@Lojay_56 ай бұрын
Love your channel. I am a self taught sewer since 11 yrs of age. I’m now over 60 and still picked up a tip or two. Thanks!
@ML-sy6le8 ай бұрын
I was petrified you'd cut it. The changes look stunning. So enjoyed this episode.
@macuisinesanssulfites41018 ай бұрын
« Zigzag first and then cut”; this is the first time I see you hesitate before cutting (I get cold feet all the time)! Thank you for being respectful to the knitter’s work. I occasionally knit and I can tell that this was the labor of love. I had forgotten your trick to make the thread secure when sewing buttons. One more reason to keep watching your videos. A good teacher doesn’t mind repeating things to her slow (that’s me 😉) students. Thank you again, Catherine. This outfit is gorgeous.
@airwreckaaaaaaaa8 ай бұрын
*like* just for acknowledging the beautiful knit! 😂
@alynneredmon95608 ай бұрын
Again, I have to thank you for your videos, I’m 75 and have sewn most of my life , I’m learning so much from you. Keep up the exceptional work,
@Mrs.Patriot8 ай бұрын
Not matronly, but classic. It's beautiful. I knit and your instinct to keep it minimal was exactly right. Treasures should be, well, treasured!
@createwithbarbbl41252 күн бұрын
Gorgeous pieces in this video. I thought the saving of the sweater was genius a real heirloom piece. The silk camisole was a labour of love. So intricate and a beautiful outcome.
@Kakkydidit8 ай бұрын
I'm so glad this sweater found a home with you, Catherine! Thanks for the French seam tips in the camisole construction. - Kelly
@karennoll38018 ай бұрын
My little knitter's heart is so glad you didn't cut up that beautiful sweater. Your changes were perfect, and your button/buttonhole solution was so clever. The lace camisole added just the right touch. Congrats! Love your upcycling videos.....
@tonileggate8 ай бұрын
To close a buttonhole you simply use the yarn (similar or raveled from the cut-off) to raw the edges, vertically/horizontally depending on how the hole was created, with ladder stitch. The same way hand-knitted seams should be sewn. I love the result you got. A beautiful feminine pair.
@vickidiodato98348 ай бұрын
I, too, would have used the wool from the scraps for the button holes. Either way looks great, though!
@carolines20888 ай бұрын
Great video. Ive used crappy cheap "fabric" scissors my whole sewing life and recently when a new fabric store opened up close by, and i had some vouchers, my husband encouraged me to get some good equipment. And oh my goodness what a difference it makes to have good quality fabric shears! So much more fun! Yes expensive, but so worth it
@johannevandenborn98926 ай бұрын
Found you, subscribed and love your videos; I am 72 years old, trying to sew more and really appreciate how you describe everything, easily and to the point. I sew doll clothes from thrifted girl clothes and can adapt all your tutorials to my pastime. Thank you ❤
@maryjanegibson77432 ай бұрын
As a knitter, my heart would freeze at the thought of cutting up a beautiful sweater like that one. Modifying it as you did was lovely, but cutting it into pieces would be a travesty. Chop up all the fast fashion sweaters you like, but beautiful handknits are another story.
@ManuelaPatzel8 ай бұрын
I’ve been knitting since I was 5 years old and made many a sweater like this one. Was a professional tailor and I would definitely cut into it. But I seem to be in a minority here 😊 Either way, you did a great job.
@valeriagomes70418 ай бұрын
Tenho 56 e costuro há 43. Amo fazer upcycling e passei a te seguir pois seus vídeos são inspiradores e bem explicativos.aprendi muitas dicas contigo. Obrigado pelas lindas peças de hoje. ❤
@triciaschuurmans880423 күн бұрын
Beautiful, gorgeous cami. WOW you knocked that out like it was nothing. I'm 62 and am still afraid of sewing something like your cami. (Afraid of stuffing up expensive material) you really are gifted. Greetings from Perth, Western Australia 🌺
@bettyshannon7868 ай бұрын
Sewing down the French seam before finishing the seam is brilliant!
@luckystoller61712 ай бұрын
Exquisite work! And you've solved the mystery of the French seam on delicate silk for me. Thank you!
@lindap90798 ай бұрын
Understitching a French seam is new to me. Thank you for showing us how.
@susanpendell42157 ай бұрын
That new cammie is so cute! So professional too. I feel a little envious. It's beautiful with that wonderful sweater too. As someone who only knits on a loom and does only a little crochey, I think that the creator of the hand knit sweater wouldn't be too upset. Her beautiful sweater was made to fit someone so well and shown off with the new cammie. I would be smiling I hope, yea, I'd be thinking "why didn't I think of that!". Very lovely together😊
@janeallen5969Ай бұрын
When you started the video I was mentally saying " Not that sweater!!!! Please not that type of change. I appreciated the deceased shoulder volume. Love all the gentle changes you managed. The camisole was perfect. Very nice use of the wedding lace. Hope you can show us the wedding dress of your sister in law.
@annholmes96506 ай бұрын
Thank God you haven't cut this beautiful cardigan up - I am a knitter, love the stitches on this garment! X x x
@susanoerter14198 ай бұрын
very nice job
@kathyburt32948 ай бұрын
wow! just wow!! thanks so much.
@Ell55897 ай бұрын
As a knitter, I’m so happy you didn’t cut it up, you did a beautiful job❤
@kathleenpittaluga81178 ай бұрын
So, I am also a knitter. The sweater is beautiful, but the saddest thing of all would be that it was never worn again because it didn’t fit properly or look current enough. I wouldn’t have been sad for you had totally refashioned it! It should be worn and you have the skills to get it new life!
@CatherineSews8 ай бұрын
Oh, thanks for that! That makes me feel much more confident about future upcycles. I'll always respect the work, but I agree that it would be sad for it to go to waste as is.
@livingcreatively17 ай бұрын
That is my opinion as well (knitter here too)
@sherijones87108 ай бұрын
I look forward to all new uploads of yours. Your a inspiration to me. I really like your personality and wish I had a sewing teacher like you.(I'm 65 and mostly self taught) I love to upcycling.)
@joanneevansdaley348 ай бұрын
Yay, I echo exactly what you said. I have the same reaction to Catherine's methodology, skills, flexibility & personality. She's a treasure & an inspiration. J.
@maryamcurtisАй бұрын
I have my father's scissors, and they are solid steal. All of them are over 50 years old and were used when he was doing upholstery... Which is when I started sewing, when he bought me my own sewing machine and electric scissors. Beautiful work!
@Maria-yf8fp8 ай бұрын
Ok, this was very suspenseful! I'm glad that sweater ended up in your hands.
@kathyjames92508 ай бұрын
Catherine, that lovely duo looks so pretty on you, and it does you credit to respect the original artist.
@abaigealduda27568 ай бұрын
Part of the fun of watching your videos is observing the choices you make for each project! This is sooo pretty and really suits you. I love the camisole and the linked, earlier video, too. I finally understand what "under stitching" is and how it is useful!!! I thought it was something slightly different. I think that it could be a really important skill/technique to use. I'm looking forward to more sewing in 2024, once I move. I'm getting rid of most of my things (clutter), but I am taking my sewing machine and the serger that I haven't tried to use since I bought it in July 2022. Looking forward to learning from you in 2024. Happy Holidays to you, and thank you for teaching and inspiring me in 2023!!
@susanpendell42157 ай бұрын
I can see your husband happy with it too. It looks that good on you😊
@kathybyers3988 ай бұрын
All the knitters of the world salute you for making something beautiful that suits your style without destroying some dedicated knitters' hours, if not months, of work.
@vzeimen7 ай бұрын
A lot of people would say I'm crazy but this would be one outfit that would benefit from some very thin shoulder pads. It's beautiful as is but shoulder pads would give it a very nice shape.
@judym71538 ай бұрын
Just when I think you can't surprise me anymore with your beautiful creations, you manage to surprise me. Thank you for your inspiring work.
@juliebutler13387 ай бұрын
Catherine, your voice is so comforting and encouraging. I really enjoyed watching this entire video. Bless you!
@jenjoy43538 ай бұрын
I really admire your expertise!
@wendyb79937 ай бұрын
Great hack love it. You can remove the sticky tape residue using a pice of brown paper over it and a hot iron !! 😊
@traceycoles16938 ай бұрын
Love this luxury make over! Classy clothes, for a classy lady! I've lost 8 stone in the last 6 months and need to be altering clothes to show it off.
@judispencer84898 ай бұрын
Oh, To be able to cut that rapidly and accurately! Tis lovely❤
@michellethompson57558 ай бұрын
Beautiful! I love your soothing voice. No vocal fry!
@Lefthandedcrochetmandasmakings6 ай бұрын
Wow, that is so beautiful! I can't wait to watch more of your videos! Awesome
@doudou53d448 ай бұрын
Beautiful !!!!!
@smallfootprint29617 ай бұрын
So pretty. Glad you worked with the older garment, and just modified it.
@jp80a687 ай бұрын
As a knitter well done, it is beautifully knitted and would have taken many hours.
@hollyfield65666 ай бұрын
No, I'm a knitter and was ready to cry when I saw that sweater. It's beautiful ❤. I up cycle knits too and won't cut up beautiful hand knits when I'm lucky enough to find them.
@dittohead70447 ай бұрын
Even us little old ladies don’t like looking matronly. At least I don’t. I think what you did was timeless and beautiful
@annescanapico71687 ай бұрын
I’m so glad you didn’t cut that beautiful sweater. The new look is fabulous
@googoogaga_7 ай бұрын
the way you styled them is very cute, you look so pretty !!
@gloglos1007 ай бұрын
I agree, the sweater is beautiful, so much work. Shoukd never be harmed, should be washed delicately, treated very well.
@gloglos1007 ай бұрын
The generous sleeves elevate it and are current. Thin narrow sleeves are cheap.
@rosesbaker6 ай бұрын
BRAVO!!!! Thank you for sharing this experience -- reminded me of sewing with my mother and grandmother. They were so verry talented... My mom made both my wedding dress and my sister's.... with us helping with the appliqued lace to the bodice..... great memories.
@CMeyer-ut3dd8 ай бұрын
Looks great!
@rrelampago17 ай бұрын
What a pleasure. Thank you. I learned a lot. I don't knit or pretend to sew. But I would like to try some simple things and you are a real motivator.
@susanhrdlicka19257 ай бұрын
I applaud you! It's beautiful by itself, but a little will make that all the better!
@CreativityFromBlueberryH-wo3gu19 күн бұрын
Both pieces are absolutely beautiful!
@CobaltBlue8357 ай бұрын
I just ordered my own Wiss scissors. You teach me so much everytime I check in. Thank you for respecting that knitted garment....
@cor39448 ай бұрын
So many thanks for showing how to repair a knitted cardigan. I wish I knew that technique before to aplly it to my moms woolen sweaters.
@vivianhamilton6168 ай бұрын
I just enjoy watching and listening to you share your expertise. I especially appreciate you sharing those buttons hole tips, and that french seam... just beautiful ❤️
@stacey9scott7 ай бұрын
What a pretty combo together! Beautiful job on the camisole.
@bonusgolden123 ай бұрын
That is truly some spectacular knitting. Good job! I'm able to keep following you with great admiration!
@helenablignaut6628 ай бұрын
Thanks for the tip with the french seams. As usual a stunning creation. ❤
@romy45937 ай бұрын
I am thrilled with your decision! That is exquisite work!! Taking it in is just fine!!!
@angelsmith44678 ай бұрын
Beautiful you saved the knit and made a beautiful camisole to go with it ❤
@sallyidso1828 ай бұрын
Beautiful i’m in knitter. There is a technique called steeking where you knit a garment in the round then you sew to secure your stitches and cut and then add the button band or a sleeve or whatever.
@judih.87548 ай бұрын
Nice! I learned about French seams and attaching lace. So cool. Thanks Catherine!
@patricialeonardi62607 ай бұрын
I absolutely loved your creation. So much work and what an idea! Love to watch you creativity come to life
@judywymore88678 ай бұрын
I so enjoy your videos. You make us all feel like we are your friends. Your ideas are so fantastic. Thank you.
@nicolehubbard35368 ай бұрын
Haha, well the outdated puff shoulder is back on trend, but I don't like it either! I'm glad you were able to reduce those. Very clever solutions for the button holes. I'm always learning something from you!
@magsohara79088 ай бұрын
Lovely, lovely job on both pieces Catherine. So glad you didn’t can’t that beautiful cardi. There was a lot of work in that original knit but you took it from a tad dowdy to stylish - especially with the silk cami. 🧑🏻🎄🎄🏴
@gravedigger4477 ай бұрын
Knitter here: I agree with many comments - it's much better to thoughtfully cut into a knitted garment than never wearing it again. It's not a museum piece after all. Everyone now can appreciate the wonderful yarn and exquisite knitting. Thank you for sharing your lovely videos. Happy New Year from New Zealand!
@lorioverman16688 ай бұрын
Thank you for the tip when sewing a French seam. I differently will try this.
@soniatriana90918 ай бұрын
A great outcome for this beautiful sweater!!
@MrsBrit18 ай бұрын
Thank goodness! This took weeks to make, I imagine. If it had been a storebought, machine knit, go for it, but don't destroy a handknit when it's in good condition! This is a stunning sweater/cardigan as is. I just hope the person who donated it wasn't gifted this item, because that would be infuriating to me as a knitter and crocheter.
@valeriecoopet98978 ай бұрын
They remind me of some scissors I saw on TV that a men’s coat maker used.
@dsiemen11368 ай бұрын
Loved your sweater and new camisole. I hope you find another sweater to make one of your pictures. Those are so pretty. ❤
@henriettelinkshanderin14498 ай бұрын
Thank you for treating the sweater with so much respect. I am a knitter and making this sweater must have taken many weeks. At the end of the video when you lift your arm we can see the seam allowance of the sleeve poking out. Maybe you want to stitch it down by hand. At least that's what I would do. I love the camisole. Years ago I saved the lace part of an old camisole but never knew what to do with it. Now I feel confident to attach it to something similar. Thank you for teaching us such exquisite techniques!
@CatherineSews8 ай бұрын
Thanks for your kind words and that’s a good tip about the seam allowance on my sleeve. I’ll definitely do that!
@janetbrown7908 ай бұрын
I love all of your videos. That being said I think this one has to be one of my favorites. I love making French seams, but never thought to understitch them. Thank you.
@jackiemoify8 ай бұрын
Always something to learn. So well explained and beautiful results. Thank you
@gigiBmimi7 ай бұрын
I’m a lotsa crocheter and sometimes knitter. Yep, definitely so happy that you didn’t cut it. I was thinking about how much time and money went into it, and all of the 200 reasons in the comments.❤❤❤
@bambikeegan5554Ай бұрын
Catherine this project is stunning💫
@marywiggins74118 ай бұрын
Catherine, try the serpentine stitch or lightning stitch for lace on top of the body fabric. Also look for Famoré scissors, they have pointy little scissors that are marvelous for heirloom trimming or getting into little corners or delicate trimming.
@bonnierobbins42308 ай бұрын
Good for you! I'm glad you saved it! Bonnie Ohio
@ruthiebee61398 ай бұрын
I'm always so impressed! Thank you for sharing this project.
@kathyteague8297 ай бұрын
You are so clever, Kathryn! I just love listening to you! You make such gorgeous makeovers! I didn’t know about the understitching on French seams. You taught this old dog something new. Thank you!🥰
@juliealtmark71668 ай бұрын
I learn so much from your videos! I’ve been sewing for more than 50 yrs, but I constantly learn new techniques from your videos. The final product is beautiful! The one thing that I’m sure makes a huge difference is trying on at each step to check the fit.
@robintheparttimesewer67987 ай бұрын
So lovely. That sweater is way beyond any pattern I've tried and really does look great with the minor changes. The silk cami is really beautiful. I really love how silk drape but haven't gotten brave enough to try sewing with it
@anonfornow3597 ай бұрын
I learned a lot watching you. Thanks for sharing your mastery!!
@zazmau8 ай бұрын
I have never heard of under stitching on a french seam. That sounds like wonderful idea. I will be doing this from now on! I also like the idea of machine stitching the tack down stitch for the facing. I always do it by hand. That lace overlay is exquisite!!!!!!!!! One idea I would share with you for the camisole would be to leave the first line of stitching on the side seam, go ahead and take it in then trim the seam allowance. First reason is, it holds the two pieces of fabric together better than pins especially because that fabric is so slippery. Second reason is because you are sewing on the bias and the original seam will stabilize the fabric so it doesn't stretch out of shape. What do you think? Is there a specific reason you trimmed the first line of stitching?
@CatherineSews8 ай бұрын
Oh, yes, I see what you mean. I think the only reason I trimmed the side seam first was because I needed to raise the back so that the side seams still matched.
@zazmau8 ай бұрын
Yes I see. You had to take the original seam out to accommodate the back piece.@@CatherineSews
@elinordrake97168 ай бұрын
This was so inspiring! I look forward to trying this out the next time I see an overlarge cardi! Really neat!
@ladyflimflam8 ай бұрын
I have a pair of those shears that came out of my dad’s toolbox. He used them for cutting roofing materials. There’s bits of tar on the handles.
@PatchworkSchoolhouse8 ай бұрын
It looks like a sweater from Sezane! Beautiful!
@lindascott69686 ай бұрын
So glad you shared this. Amazing work and save on the sweater!
@marionmathews98528 ай бұрын
Outstanding results as always. I’m also a knitter, and it would have been a criminal act to butcher the cardigan totally. I loved all of the tips you gave whilst making that gorgeous camisole. They make for a beautiful pairing.