my toxic trait is thinking i could do this after almost 7 years of pause in sewing :') Absolutely amazing! Definitely will make this one day!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I want to encourage you to go for it! I feel like sewing can be like muscle memory, that alot of the skill is still inside your bones, it might just need a little time to get used to it again!

@whyissy

Ай бұрын

I just bought a pattern for a dress like this and I have no sewing skills whatsoever! All i have is a dream and some ambition 😂

Sewing has always eluded me. I’ve been wanting to learn, like take a class. This is truly one of the easiest and most thorough sewing tutorials I’ve seen. Please don’t stop! You are a great teacher!

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for your beautiful comment! It can be a little lonely making these videos, and I always wonder if people enjoy them. You've really made my day! Thank you so much!

This was my first time sewing. Took me about a week to make my queens ball dress and it is stunning. I can’t believe I did it! Had tons of challenges but the result looks professional!

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear that you were successful! I'm sure your gown is stunning! I think it is incredible you were able to sew a dress your first time!!!

Using this to make my dress for the Queen's ball! So excited 🥰

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

That is exciting!! I hope you have an amazing time at the ball!!

Thank you for such an easy dress to make. I foolishly started it last night for the Bridgestone Ball tonight but all I have left to do is the center back seam and some hook and eye tape. I’m not going to hem it for tonight. I don’t think anyone will notice and I picked a slippery silk 🤦🏽‍♀️

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I am rooting for you!! Go! Go! Sew! Sew! I'm sure you will look gorgeous!! Thank you for your wonderful comment!

Love this! You're super talented! I wish I had had more sewing classes in school. I was given the lessons too early as a child so my mind was just like : ???

love it!!!

Thank you!! This is the most clear and useful sewing tutorial I've ever watched.🤩

the way you set your sleeves was very successful and you achieved a very satisfying pouf. Lovely final garment!

This one is my favorite! Well done !👏😍

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! I love this one too! I splurged for the fabric and I'm relieved that it came together haha!

There will be a imperial ball here in Rio and I'm definitely going to use your tutorial, thank you so much 💓

I am going to be Kate Sharma for a Halloween party at my job. this is so exciting.

I just want to thank you so much for this pattern and tutorial. I love that you make allowances for preferred seam finishing methods, etc. Even though I've been sewing for years, this gown marks my first time sewing a garment for another person, and of course I chose a slippery silk blend for the outer fabric (I know...). But your excellent pattern and clear instructions have me nearly over the finish line. Final fitting is tomorrow!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I am so happy to hear you enjoyed this video! I completely understand your torment, working with a slippy fabric can be brutal and fussy! I hope the dress fits your lucky friend very well! An easy way to slightly fit it could be by changing the back closure, you could make it lace-up for a little more room, buttons to take it in, or the zipper for as it. I'll keep my fingers crossed for the fitting!!

@ashextraordinaire

2 жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry Update! The dress was an absolute success! I'm making one for myself -- in cotton -- along with a set of stays. I've also got a picnic dress on deck!

i love your videos! and thank you SO much for the pattern. you’re a lifesaver!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I'm happy to hear you're using the pattern! I hope it's helpful to you!!

@autumnrylee8634

2 жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry i just have one question- does the pattern include seam allowance when it is time to cut? or do i have to cut a bit extra outside the pattern for seam allowance?

@autumnrylee8634

2 жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry what i mean to ask is if your pattern already has seam allowance built into it or not

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Yes the pattern has seam allowance. The bodice has 1cm and the skirts are more flexible - they can be sewn with 1cm or 2XL for French seams. But please make a mock-up of the bodice and check that it is suitable- I hope this helps

I'm teaching myself to sew with this!! Thank you!

@hector66381

2 жыл бұрын

Hey how has it gone ? I’m also teaching myself with this video and pattern and I’m a bit nervous haha

@woodman9551

2 жыл бұрын

me too!

@antoinettealexander8338

2 жыл бұрын

Me as well this will be my first time sewing and im using this pattern

I cannot get over how beatiful and gorgeous you are! You're whole personality reminds me of a real princess!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

You are sooo sweet!! Thank you so much!!!!! I of course aspire to be a princess but in reality I'm just a little gremlin bundled up in nice fabric hehe :)

Definitely going to use this to make my dress for the Bridgerton experience. But I'm going to be lazy and not encase the skirt and sleeve edges because I'll serge them :P

Ty

This is so cool! also made my own Bridgerton dress, and video! it was so much fun to do!

@KittyJBerry

Ай бұрын

Thank you! 💜 I will check out your video!

I prefer to sew sleeves together and hem it in the end, it looks nicer.

What would be the best fabrics to use for this pattern?

Have you ever tried Lucrezia Borgia's dresses? I really love them, but the bodice part is a challenge to me, they look so tight and they also seem to give a lot of support. I would like to see some similar pattern

@KittyJBerry

Ай бұрын

I’ve seen photos and she has many beautiful dresses, but I need to take a better look at them 😊 it’s a fun project idea! 💓

@amandaringer9262

Ай бұрын

@@KittyJBerry Yes, it is!! I'll try to sew her first wedding dress and see what happens

How much fabric would I need if I wanted to make the bodice and skirt from different fabrics? Love your patterns and videos, I’ve made a chemise already!

How did you adapt for the back width when you added the buttons please? I’m thinking you lose c 2cm with the overlap of the panels?

Gorgeous:) i was wondering, from my solid colour i have around 2.5M fabric, if i could copy the front skirt to the back, and with my see through overlayer make the pleads ? (I have 4m of that one) in order to be able to make it?

@KittyJBerry

Ай бұрын

I couldn't say, I have never tested this. You could lay the pattern piece out and mark it with pins or chalk and see if you can get both to fit. I would also check the waist line measurement. The two things to consider is getting enough skirt to go around the bodice, and if it can fit on 2.5 meters of fabric. I think 2.5 won't be enough, especialy if you're cutting the bodice pieces and sleeves from the solid fabric. Maybe 3 or 3.5 meters would be enough? but this is only a guess, I can't say for sure. Check the measurements and Lay the pattern pieces out and see if you can tetris it to fit. Good Luck!

Just curious how long would it take to hand sewthis dress lol ?

Hi. Loving that you have provided us with a classic Regency gown with a nice snug underbust, rather than the loosish ones found in the big 3 commercial patterns. One question though- . There are no grain line marks, but aside from the side skirt, they are fairly intuitive. It seems that you have laid the side skirt with a centre grain line, though I have seen side skirts cut with the front seam as the grain. What are your thoughts here?

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Hi There, Thanks for your thoughtful comment! A nice fitted under-bust was exactly what I wanted for this dress! I cut all my skirt pieces with a center grain line, i feel like that way you have more of the skirt on the center grain, as well as the upper part of the skirt, and it should help prevent warping. I'm sure you could cut the front seam on the grain, it may add additional stability to this edge if you feel it is needed, of course then you have to consider how much else is out on the bias, and how this might cause strain to the waist edge? This could be something to experiment with for sure. But for myself I put the center on the grain, I feel like it keeps things pretty simple. I hope that makes sense.

@adrienneunger5036

2 жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry Thank you for your great answer and for your pattern!!

Would this pattern make a dress equivalent to a 22 in pattern sizes? I want to buy it but I want to make sure it will work for me 😭😭

Hello, thank you very much for this great video. I have purchased the pattern and I'm planning to make a dress for my daughter and another one for me. My daughter wold love to have lace fabric over the "shinny" one, do you think this may work?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for trying my pattern, I hope it works well for you and your daughter :). Yes I think it is possible to add a lace layer ontop of the satin. I think that would be very pretty, and there are many dresses in Bridgerton that have this, you could look at the TV show for inspiration. If you decide to add lace I would be sure to baste the darts before machine stitching (this will make sure the lace layer and satin layer are lined up together perfectly) I would also sew the lace skirt separate from the satin skirt and then baste the top edges together. (This will give the skirt lots of movement by have the layers separate) You may also wish to finish the lace seams with a french seam. I hope this helps and good luck to you!

@inmamellado416

Жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry Oh, you are soooo generous, thank you very much for all the ideas. We aim to wear this dresses at the Jane Austen festival in Bath in September. We travel all the way from Spain to do this and I am very excited to sew our own dresses, I hope I will be able to do it. I definitely will send you the pictures to your IG. Tanks again.

Hello, two questions: 1 - for the center back panel where you put a slit to make it easier to put on, does that part stay open or do you add a zipper or something to allow it to close. I have buttons up the back but nothing for the slit. 2 - I have the skirt cut out but there is a sharp line where the train back meets the side panel, I don't know how to finish the train because it doesn't line up in a smooth circle, I made sure to cute the train extension on all pieces. what should I do? Thanks!

@KittyJBerry

6 ай бұрын

Hi there, I will do my best to answer your questions here, but if any clarification is needed you can message me on Etsy too :) For the slit in the center back, I only cut mine a small amount, about 10 to 20 cm max. Then i finished the raw edges with binding. I did not add a closure to the slit portion of the back of my dress. I only added buttons to the bodice portion. You can add buttons here if you like - or a zipper - you might also want to try a hook and eye or ties. Or you can leave the slit open. The dress has so much fullness at the back that the slit is well hidden, and the pleats you can place at the back will help cover it. While this purple dress only has buttons on the bodice, my pink dress has a zipper from the bottom of the slit to the top of my bodice. So you might also consider a zipper for the dress too. For the second question, I'm having a hard time understanding the issue, but I think if the skirt pieces are already cut out you might have to make due - You can try cutting the bottom edge of the the skirt back piece, to gently grade the bottom edge into the skirt side piece. Trimming the edges smooth might be the best option. You can use pins or chalk to mark where you think you want to cut it, try it on to double check, then cut and hem the bottom edge or add binding. Some portion of the skirt side is cut on the bias and this could stretch a bit - but again since I can't see it I can't exactly see what's going on. I hope this helps!

@JustForFun-mq1qj

6 ай бұрын

Thank you for the response, I will try that!

Amo seu vídeo, seria possível enviar me o molde 😍

😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

Is there any way to make just the bodice and sleeves? I definitely don’t want to waste the paper and I have very small sewing experience but I really want to try and make a regency style bodice to sew on top of an existing dress.

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, after purhcasing the pdf you can look at the pages and just print the bodice and sleeves pattern pieces to make the bodice you would like. Hope this helps.

When switching to the button closure, how did you close the skirt? Was that part a zipper and then just the bodice closed with buttons?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

Hi there, i completely removed the zipper from the back of my bodice. There are only the four buttons that i have put on the back of the bodice. If you go to the 20:10 mark on this video I think you can clearly see the back of the dress. There are four buttons just on the bodice, not on the skirt. The center back of the skirt is where I cut the small slit and bound the edges with binding. This portion doesn't have buttons or zipper, it's free, The bodice helps the skirt overlap itself and so that tiny opening is well hidden. Even if there was a peek it wouldn't show much since I made the center back cut so small. You could opt to add buttons on the skirt portion if you like, but I find there is no need, and i like the look of just the buttons on the bodice. I hope this answers your question!

Just found your video!! I’m making my own dress for the Queens ball with your pattern!! I’m a beginner and starting this weekend I’ll make a practice dress using bedsheets before I go make the real dress just in case lol!! What specific sewing machine are you using?! I have a singer simple but I want to get a better one that can do more!! Wish me luck!!!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your lovely comment! I am so happy to hear you will be making a mock-up, I know it can take extra time but it is such a great way to check the fit and tweak the bodice to fit your unique shape. I am using a Singer Heavy Duty 4411. There are more models of my machine that offer more stitch varieties. But I think my machine is a great machine for any level, and can handle both simple and complicated projects. Of course who doesn't love a fancy machine with lots stitch options and decorative / embroidery stitches! Someday I may go for an upgrade :) Good luck on your gown! I'm sure you'll be a gorgeous Diamond at the Queens Ball.

@laurynbell5778

2 жыл бұрын

Omg thank you!!! I’m gonna post results on my channel once I’m done! In the mean time I’m off to get a new machine thanks!!!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I'm looking forward to seeing what you make@ Good luck Machine shopping :)

Is it necessary to use a cotton interlining? Will it effect the dress if I don’t use it?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

For the Cotton interlining layer - while it is not 100% necessary - I do highly recommend using it. Some fabric choices, like cotton, can work fine without the interlining layer, but for other fabrics, like satin, it can help prevent warping. Since some of the pattern pieces of the bodice have rounded cut edges this means they have a tendency to 'grow / stretch / warp' especially as you are sewing and handling it. I think the neckline in particular can be a tricky spot. So by backing your fashion fabric with the cotton it can help prevent any extra warping along the curved edges. The interlining also helps keep the darts well shaped, and prevents the darts from becoming warped. Finally, the interlining helps add a little body to the bodice, and if you intend to add lots of trim, or a heavy skirt - the interlining will help support the bodice.

Hiya! Wondering what sizes your patterns are for? Do you do any plus sizes?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

Hello, This pattern is for bust size 32 - 46 inches / 81 - 116 cm. I am currently working on a plus size Regency Dress pattern, and if I don't get waylaid by anything, I'd love to have it up in a months time.

where did you buy the pattern

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, The pattern is in my Etsy shop, KittyJBerry . I have put a link to the pattern in the description of my video.

How much material approximately should one get? In meters if possible

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Hi there, in the description of this video there is a list of the materials used. There is a slightly more detailed listed in the description of my Etsy pattern. I used 5m for this dress.

To add lace over it - sew with it or separate?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

I like to sew the lace layer separately , that way they twirl independently and nicely. I sew the under layer and lace layer separate and then baste the waist edges to one another. I do however layer the lace layer ontop of the bodice pieces and then sew. This prevents weird shifting of the lace and the seams of the lace from showing.

@freak4potter

Жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry thanks so much!

What size is the zipper? I can't find it in the instructions.

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

I didn’t use a zipper for this dress. For my pink circle dress I used a 25cm zipper. I think 25-35 cm would be fine. Of course you can measure and decide how long you want the zipper to be too. You may want a larger opening, with the zipper longer

Hello everyone ! I’m having a bit of trouble and I’m just starting lol. I don’t know how to cut the “Skirt back” because it has two different ways to cut based on preference (narrow or fuller back panel skirt “ but it has the measurements on the opposite side . How do I cut this? I’m cutting 32” of bust

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Hi There, I will do my best to answer your question, but I am a little confused by it, and having a hard time understanding your question. For the skirt back of the paneled dress the first thing you should decide is if you want the wider or narrower back pieces, and then you should decide if you want the back of your dress to have a train or not. The kind of fabric you are using will help you decide to cut the skirt back narrow or wide. Thicker fabric will be more difficult to pleat, and the pleats can be quite bulky so I recommend cutting it narrow. The width of your fabric may also help you decide, and you can adjust the back pattern piece to fit on your fabric's width. Basically if you cut the back panel of the skirt wider you will have more fabric to pleat up to fit the back of the bodice. A wider back panel means more volume, but in some situations you may prefer narrow. The measurements marked on the pattern should correspond to the line marked for the skirt size. This line can be fudged a little, because the back of the skirt is condensed with pleats or gathers to fit the bodice. I hope this explanation helps.

@hector66381

2 жыл бұрын

Hello thank you for your explanation but im still not quite understanding .The skirt back has the “ cut along corresponding size for a narrow back panel of skirt” with the measurements right below it. I’m intending to do a narrow panel so do I cut along the 32” line?

@hector66381

2 жыл бұрын

Also how many cm is the slit on the back panel ?

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

When looking at the pattern piece for the back of the skirt - the left side has a half circle in grey - this is the side that should be placed on the fold of your fabric - this side will always be on the fold. So the left side of the back of skirt is the fold side. You will be cutting the right side. There are two sections of cut lines. The first section of cut lines are the ones indicated by the measurement. If you cut along a measurement line this will create a narrow skirt back - meaning you can use less fabric and there is less to gather to the back of the dress. The second section of cut lines is all the way to the right. This would be to cut one full width of fabric for the back portion of your dress. This means more volume. But it is only one cut line - which is about one full width of fabric. So if you want size 32 for back skirt panel. lay your pattern on the fabric. The fold edge of the pattern on the fold edge of fabric and cut along size 32. If you want the wide back - place fold edge on fold edge and cut along line indicated ' cut here for a fuller back'

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

@@hector66381 Up to your discretion. If you're very hippy you may want to cut a deeper slit. I recommend you make a bodice mock-up and decide how long you want your zipper. I usually make mine between 10-20cm.

What is this fabric? And is it expensive?

@KittyJBerry

Жыл бұрын

The Purple fabric is an Crepe Backed Satin with embroidery all over. The interlining is just plain cotton in a dark purple color. The Crepe Backed Satin with embroidery I imagine was pretty expensive, embroidered fabrics usually are.

0:53 there's a difference between "go to my etsy and DOWNLOAD my pattern" and "go to my etsy and BUY my pattern"...

I'm so mad at myself right now, I accidentally cut the side panels identical instead of mirrored 😬 so one side doesn't connect correctly. 😣😣

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

Oh no!!! Can you try recutting the side panels? If you don't have enough fabric to re-cut them entirely, you can try folding the pattern down the center and folding away a few inches- to make the side panel pattern piece narrower. If you can adjust the pattern so that it is narrower you may be able to re-cut your side panels from your original side panels. Like squeeze new side panels from the old ones, to help save fabric. Your dress may end up being a little less full but the skirt will have the right shape :) I hope this helps!! Good luck to you!

@Tiny_Koi

2 жыл бұрын

@@KittyJBerry thank you that definitely helps I've been sitting thinking of a solution other than buying more fabric!!

I need help. I measured my bust and underbust. I’m 36 bust and 32 underbust. I made the bodice. It sits way too high above my boobs

@KittyJBerry

18 күн бұрын

Did you cut out size labeled 36? If you want the bodice very fitted you can test size 34. Make sure you followed the correct lines- sometimes it gets confusing following the lines. If necessary you can tweak the bodice, like lengthening the straps to help is sit lower. If you’re still struggling you can try sending some photos on Etsy and I’ll take a look.

@genniferwest

18 күн бұрын

@@KittyJBerry I’ll try lengthening the straps. Thank you!

@genniferwest

18 күн бұрын

@@KittyJBerry I found out my issue. I was attaching the sleeve incorrectly. I was trying to attach the small arm hole to the bodice

@KittyJBerry

17 күн бұрын

@@genniferwest I'm glad you got it sorted! Sorry I couldn't be more help, it's so tricky when I can't see! I hope it's smooth sailing from here on out for you!

Edits are too fast

Not me thinking I can do this with 0 experience sewing 🫠 I love your tutorials though!!

@KittyJBerry

2 жыл бұрын

I'm sure you could do it! For me the trouble is always keeping myself motivated haha! Thanks for your wonderful comment! I'm always so happy to hear that people liked my videos!!