Youtube comments of V. Birchwood (@VBirchwood).

  1. EDIT: A lot of comments think I’m saying I can’t eat meat and there’s meat throughout the video. I can’t eat WHEAT. I'm also getting a lot of comments mentioning how most of the things here would not have been accurate for every day people and that is correct. At the start of the video, I mention how the 2 books I utilised for the recipes are primarily upperclass recipes. These are what wealthy medieval people would have consumed, not your every day people. Additionally, this is not meant to be a historically accurate representation of how medieval people lived or ate dinner. I'm not a historian nor a reenactor. Rather, this is meant to be a fun week of experimenting eating only medieval food, hence my careful wording of the title. I’ve been planning this video for the past 6 months, and after 100 hours of work in total today is finally the day of release! I hope you all enjoy our adventure of exploring medieval food for an entire week. The cookbooks I used for the recipes can be found here, and it is an Amazon affilliate link so I earn a small commision on every order placed (I appreciate the support!): https://www.amazon.com/shop/v.birchwood/list/32F782WLSGWZ?ref_=aipsflist_aipsfv.birchwood Additionally, if you'd like to support my channel further, no obligation to of course, but please consider becoming a Patron and get access to exclusive, behind-the-scenes content: https://www.patreon.com/vbirchwood Also, a fun game to play along, take a sip of your preferred beverage every time one of us says “veg” or “vegetables” 😂 Thank you for watching and see you in two weeks for another video 😊
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  2. Edit (for safety warning): A commenter rightfully pointed out the potential risks involved with this style of bust wrapping. Please listen to your own body and use caution with bust wrapping. None of this is medical advice and I’m not responsible for any injuries that may occur due to bust wrapping. Another edit (because people are upset about the leaves on the statues): this is due to social media guidelines. Had I not covered them, you likely would not have seen this video. You can see the original versions linked in the description box. I wish things were different, but this is how it goes. I feel like my videos keep getting weirder and weirder 😂 I hope you all enjoyed this fun experiment with trying out an Ancient Greek "bra". Thanks for watching and see you in two weeks for another video! P.S. Julie was not harmed in the making of this video. If you haven't seen the whole video yet, you'll get what I mean in a minute.
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  3. That makes so much sense! Thanks for sharing. This actually accidentally happened to me one night but I didn’t put two and two together 😂
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  4. Edit: I’m getting a little bit tired of having to explain why I censored the word miscarriage in this video. I do not believe miscarriage is something we need to censor, as it is a common occurrence and is a tragedy that should be openly spoken about (if an individual feels comfortable discussing their experience of course). YouTube does, however, have very unfair censorship regulations, and miscarriage is often a demonetised word. Demonitisation means a video doesn't get recommended as much, which in turn would cause people to miss out on this valuable educational content. I think it is vital that those who feel comfortable speak out about their experiences with miscarriage and related subjects, as no one should have to feel alone in such a situation. I had to make the difficult decision to censor the word not because it reflects my belief, but because I didn’t want the video to get suppressed and thus have many miss out on this important educational content. Please don’t leave rude replies about this in the comments section, and please consider my deeper reason for “why”, which is clearly not to suppress this tragic experience, rather to make sure as many people as possible can see this video, and thus benefit from its educational value. Welcome to this channel's latest "500 Years of..." series! This week's video is a bit of a long one, but I think it's a well-worth-it watch as Kass McGann of Reconstructing History walks us through 500 years of maternity clothing! TW: We will be talking about the sensitive subjects of infant mortality and miscarriage, so if these are triggering topics for you in any way, please SKIP the content between time stamps 25:40-26:33. Thank you very much for watching.
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  5. Thank you so much for reacting to my video! Also, I think your wife would absolutely love wearing a chiton, they’re incredibly comfortable 😊
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  6. Happy Summer Solstice everyone! Happy full moon! I've been working hard on the latest epsiode in the historical food week series, this time eating only Viking food for a week. I hope you enjoy watching. Thank you so much for your ongoing support of my art and channel. It means the world to me 🌙✨
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  7. If you'd like to support my art financially and help fund future videos like this one, please consider joining on Patreon if you have the means to: https://www.patreon.com/vbirchwood And I know, I pronounce corset very funny! I’ve pronounced it like this my entire life and it feels unnatural to pronounce it any other way. I think it’s due to the language (other than English) I grew up speaking, as it’s pronounced exactly the same in that language 😂
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  8. Yep! But even deeper than that, I don’t think it’s the actors’ faults. I think it’s a system that prioritises profit over the comfort of the actors and also crew.
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  9. At some point I’d like to make a rope bed frame ☺️
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  10. Hi everyone! Just a heads up, I open up about my past struggles with body image and self-worth in this video 💕 Recording this video meant a lot to me, so I hope that you'll enjoy it too. Thanks for watching. See you in two weeks!
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  11. There were a few legume recipes in the book if I recall, but I tried to choose ones specifically that were quite interesting or different than what would be expected. I found that in general though a large percentage of the recipes in at least these two books I used (which were made up of very upperclass meals) were centred not around vegetables, or had other ingredients in them that I couldn’t eat. I didn’t state it in the video but I also have a sensitivity to wine (sulphites mainly) so I didn’t bother making any of the meals that required large amounts of wine. That’s though specifically why I titled the video “I ate only medieval food for a week” and not “I ate like a medieval person for a week” because this is just a fun exploration of some medieval recipes rather than a historically accurate overview of what medieval people ate like 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching
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  12. I was trying super hard to remove them all this time around as I know lots of people have misophonia! I’m glad the intention worked successfully!
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  13. Absolutely! That kept going through my mind as well. Because the undergarments aren’t seen, they likely don’t need to be well-fit because they won’t be getting screen time. But that neglects the discomfort still that cast members might experience. The costume departments, and most film departments for that matter are very regularly over-worked and under-paid. I have a number of friends that work on sets as their livelihoods and you just hear the most awful stories.
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  14. In two weeks, I'll be releasing a video about how I wrap my hair with fabric for ancient Greek hairstyles, which can also be useful for other historical periods. I hope you all enjoyed this experiment of wearing ancient Greek fashion for an entire month! Thanks for watching 😊
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  15. I used hay instead of straw due to it being a lot more readily accessible for me. People would’ve slept on whatever was available in their area. Hay would definitely be more likely to attract vermin, and would also be needed for cattle, but at the same time Roberta Gilchrist in the quote I mention during the video, expresses that the poorest people may have slept on straw or hay. I am certain that if all people had was hay, they would have used it. I also read about people using seaweed, brambles, etc. for bedtick stuffing, not specifically during medieval times but in general. I intend to run this experiment again in the future, using a larger variety of different materials but for now this is what I could do ☺️ I also think that the fact I could get the hay to be so comfortable means that the straw would be even more so!
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  16. Thanks for that info and warning! I wasn't aware of this issue and didn't see it written anywhere, including nowhere on any of the fabric suppliers websites. I'm assuming now with contemporary fire regulations, fabric suppliers would have to undergo significant testing to ensure their oilskin meets guidelines? (At least in the U.K. I feel that's typically the case).
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  17. I have a really old one up on my channel, but I’m planning an updated one this year ☺️
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  18. Indeed! I just didn't have one available and kept forgetting to buy a new one when I had access to a store. The pestle and mortar will make an appearance in the next video I'm sure 😂
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  19. AD Download June's Journey for free now: https://cherrypick.gg/VBirchwood2025 Thank you so much for watching! I really enjoyed putting together this week-long experiment! Also, I used hay instead of straw for this video as it was far more accessible to purchase, however, although Roberta Gilchrist mentions that the poorest people may have slept on hay or straw, hay is loved by rodents and would have probably attracted rats. According to the sources in the description, straw was generally changed every 1-3 months, so fresh stuffing would have been quite regular. Additionally, many people seem to think I just slept on the bale covered. That's incorrect. I spent about 30 minutes jumping on the hay, as well as moving it around with my hands on the outside of the cover to get the pieces to separate, and it spread out within the cover quite well. I often do these experiments in chunks, which is why I focused simply on getting the set up comfortable, and also experiencing a different array of options for how medieval people may have slept. This isn't the end of this experiment, and I intend to make future episodes that will try out other elements that I didn't cover in this video.
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  20. A little life update, as I've been quietly preparing and planning future creative endeavours 😊 I wanted to get honest about how my expression of historical fashion has been shifting – and I'm excited about it! I'm really looking forward to upcoming content. I've been feeling a bit unenthusiastic about what types of topics to cover next, and opening up about this change has definitely renewed my creativity and passion. I'll still be keeping my old video about wearing corsets every day up, as I think it's a nice resource for those who are deeply interested in corsetry.
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  21. You’re very welcome! Quality captions are very important so I always take an extra couple hours to make them especially detailed after the initial corrections from the caption company I purchase from. Thank you for acknowledging the effort I put into them!
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  22. I wanted to finally open up about what my life has really been like ❤ Please note: there's flashing candlelight from 13:54 to 14:27. Mental health looks different for everyone, so these are just my experiences and what I have learned along the way. Also, I am not a doctor and none of this is medical advice. If you are in emotional distress, please contact your doctor, emergency services, or https://988lifeline.org/
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  23. Worry not, the secondhand leather jacket I destroyed in this video was a modern one. No vintage garments were harmed in the making of this video! Thanks for watching! What prehistoric experiments would you like to see me conduct next? ✨ Please note: At the end I discuss how I would like to try using Iron Age tools for another pair of these in the future, and mention potentially using a sharp stone to cut the leather. As some commenters have pointed out, knives of course existed during the Iron Age (it makes sense with the name of the period) but in my research I dug up information showing there's also quite a bit of evidence that flint stone tools were still being used into the Bronze and Iron Ages. The reason why this tool, in particular, appeals most to me, is because the experience would be very different than using a modern cutting tool. A very interesting article on the topic: https://journal.lithics.org/wp-content/uploads/lithics_20_1999_Hum_57-61.pdf
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  24. It is! 😂
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  25. This makes so much sense! Thank you for sharing!
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  26. Lol, “what even is daylight?”
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  27. Update: Thank you so much for your lovely comments! There have also been quite a few points made in the comments, as well as questions. I asked Laura for a statement to further expand upon the information she presents in the video, as well as clarify. Here's what she said: "A little further elaboration: It is very difficult to summarise Irish fashion in the 19th century. Not only do clothes (and more importantly their quality) change due to the socio-political context they are produced in, but there are also economic factors and geographical factors at play. To give a country-wide analysis of Irish fashion across a century which saw the rural poor experience famine, disease, and subsequent extreme poverty is virtually impossible. When discussing ‘the ire’ and soleless socks, being barefoot was very much a reality – one kept their shoes (if they had any) for Sundays or special occasions. But as we moved into and discussed the later 19th century, the use of footwear was increasing in rural Ireland. The likes of Burt’s Letters and Arthur Young and their accounts date to the much earlier 18th century and even William Makepeace Thackeray notes barefeet (particularly girls and women) on his tour in 1842 - over 40 years before the 1880s-1890s. Being barefoot continued in isolated communities into the early years of the 20th century – but does this reflect Ireland as a whole? Mairead Dunlevy notes in her work: Dress in Ireland: A History that the use of shoes reflected personal aspirations for a more comfortable situation - if you weren’t quite there yet you would certainly still wear your shoes for Sundays and special occasions. Though madder-red was indeed popular, lichen aided in the wide range of colours that were prevalent in Ireland. And finally in relation to the wool cloak, despite it being made of wool it was often worn day and night and often never washed – thus retaining dampness and infection, please see: A.T. Lucas, ‘The Hooded Cloak in Ireland in the 19th century’ for more. For more sources see: Rachel Sayers’ blog post: ‘Red, Red Women: a Red Galway Cloak and an Irish Colleen A.T. Lucas, ‘Footwear in Ireland’ Congested District Board Annual Reports, Bríd Mahon’s ‘Irish Dress’, Caoimhin Ó Danachair’s ‘The Dress of the Irish’ and many, many more :)" This entire project has been 6 months in the making, and here it is at last – the process of constructing an Irish working class ensemble from the late 1800s. Also, if you watched part 1 – right after I recorded the audio for this video, we actually got some pretty revolutionary news about my father's biological father – his full name, ancestral background, and some bits about his life. A big thanks to Laura Fitzachary for sharing her incredible wealth of knowledge with us all and thanks to all of you for your viewership (and patience). See you in 2 weeks for another video! 😊
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  28. I definitely have a massive privilege to be in this position. I also built my whole business from the ground up myself as I grew up lower income, so I’ve had to work super hard to be a freelancer and work in this industry, as much as sheer luck has played a huge role too. Thank you!
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  29. AD This video was sponsored by June’s Journey. Download June’s Journey for free now: https://cherrypick.gg/VBirchwood Thank you so much for watching! ✨
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  30. Surprise experimental archaeology is the best! 😂
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  31.  @TastingHistory  thank you!! I love your channel ☺️ a lot of people in the comments have been saying we need a collab, but I live in Europe! 🥺
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  32. Edit: Hi all! I’ve noticed recently this video has been gaining some traction. Please keep in mind that this is one of the earlier videos on my channel, and is nearly 2 years old now, so my wardrobe has changed a lot! When I filmed this I had basically just started sewing. Now I’ve been sewing for over 2 years. I’m planning to film an updated wardrobe tour in spring or summer so that way you can all see how things have evolved. Thank you so much everyone for watching! Do you enjoy seeing "lifestyle" historical content like this? P.S. Captions are now up as well!
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  33. Thank you so much for watching and for continuing to support my channel and art! See you all in two weeks for another video 🥰
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  34. Never say never :)
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  35. Yes!! For people who love the solitude and quiet of the late night/early morning, and don’t really want it interacting with their day, this is an ideal schedule! ☺️
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  36. I've been working on this video for so many months, and it's finally here! I hope you all enjoy this journey. Do you think you'll try hand sewing for 100 consecutive days?
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  37. I'm loving my Brooklinen sheets! You can get yours using my code BIRCHWOOD to get $20 off any order over $100. Link: https://bit.ly/Birchwood_BrooklinenJan23 So what do you think, will you try Victorian sleep?! 🥰
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  38. This video is kindly sponsored by Pocket Styler! To download Pocket Styler for free straight to your phone visit: https://nrdc.link/V-Birchwood Thank you soooo much for watching! 🔮✨ As you can see, this video was a massive undertaking, and I'm so pleased with how everything came together. Ancient Greek food is super delicious! Which historical food multiverse do you want to see me take the Thyme Machine to next?
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  39. So very true! It hurts them the most absolutely and nothing is getting done about it, even though there are very obvious solutions (which is studios funding well-fitting undergarments)
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  40. [AD] Thanks so much to June's Journey for sponsoring this video! Download June’s Journey for free by clicking the link. The game is available on iOS and Android mobile devices, as well as on PC: https://cherrypick.gg/VBirchwood-JJ-DEC24 Thank you so much for watching!! 🙂
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  41. Exactly! The beauty of today’s world is that a lot of us have a choice of what era/style we want to dress in, or a big mix of all of them 🥰
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  42. I've been feeling pretty tired this past couple of weeks, so here's an impromptu performance of "The Lowlands of Holland" played on the harmonium with singing. No fancy editing, no fancy mics, just one take of practicing this song which I learned a day prior. Enjoy! Some extra context about the performance: I started playing harmonium when I was 9 or 10 years old. I learned it because of kirtan at the spiritual and meditation centre I went to with my father many Sundays. Until a few weeks ago, I hadn’t touched a harmonium in about 7 years, but it’s this common thread that has run through many major parts of my life. I felt drawn to share this intimate moment when I was rehearsing a new song in my kitchen I recently learned. This is a (most likely) Scottish traditional song called “The Lowlands of Holland,” said to have originated during the Anglo-Dutch Wars in the 17th century, though it is also well-known throughout Ireland and England. The Ye Vagabonds version is one of my favourite songs. When I was 18 I was houseless for a year and often lived in my car, and I would busk playing harmonium and singing. Now in my late 20s, the harmonium feels like a recollection of the full spectrum of my memories, some of the most blissful and also scariest times, acting as a sort of northern star. I’m a professional singer and used to perform a couple of days a week before everything in our world changed a few years ago, so it feels wonderful to slowly get back into practicing music again. I started working on an EP 5 years ago and it’s actually nearly complete but I’ve had to shelve it for some years due to major life transitions and financial instability. I’m really hoping to release it next year once I have the ability to get into a better financial situation and finally save up the last bit of money. Also, this is a new linen/cotton dress that I just finished hand-stitching last month! It’s based off a 1485 shift but I modified the sleeves with a fun little ties system to help create more texture to the garment 🥰 It took about 50 hours to make and it was worth every minute.
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  43. Completely agreed! It is such a broad term that encompasses so many unique cultures and time periods.
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  44. So true! Thanks for sharing ❤️
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  45. You’re completely right. This is a symptom and sign of a much bigger, systemic issue and that’s of the very blatant disrespect big studios often have for the safety and well-being of its cast and crew.
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  46. Thank you!! Running a whole production company alone is learning how to be every single role and think about a million things at once and it can be so intense 😂 Whenever I get to work with other filmmakers on productions outside of my channel it feels like a dream.
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  47. Solar punk is so cool!!
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  48. I've had such a challenging year (which has thankfully recently been greatly improving). Leaning into treasuring and cherishing each little moment of beauty, which for me can be as simple as wearing a garment that truly means something (my "nicest" garments) has felt like such a gift and has brought so much joy. I hope that this video might resonate with some of you because you deserve to also feel the joy in the day-to-day things, no matter how small they are 😊 Just a reminder that by "nicest" I mean the most meaningful to you, not the most expensive. I hope you are all doing well! Thanks for watching and see you in two weeks for another video.
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  49. A quick clarification: knitted stockings did exist during medieval times, they were just much less common than wool hose (which are made with fabric cut on the bias). Thank you so much for watching! If you'd like to support the making of future videos like this one, then please consider joining my Patreon for just €4.00 per month ☺✨ https://www.patreon.com/c/vbirchwood
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  50. I also have a few garments that I completed about halfway and then decided to set aside for another time. I'm mentioning this just as a little reminder that it is completely natural to not finish all of your projects or to set them down for even years and come back to them at a later point (or never!) 🥰 Thanks so much for watching and for your support!
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  51. I'm so sorry that people act like this and any hurt it's caused you ❤️ The part you write about people cannot/will not imagine Black women outside of their oppression really hits the nail on the head. I can't speak for Black folks of course, but from what I've seen amongst BIPOC in the community, wearing historical fashion is a great way to reclaim historical clothing styles of oppressors and it can be supremely empowering and even healing for some. It is 100% enough that you love pretty 1890s dress and feel good wearing it. That's all that should matter, and I think a lot of the other crap people say about "no civil rights" and such, is really just some form of internalised racism. And I totally hear you on white people making it incredibly difficult to wear precolonial Tsonga (and many other ethnic groups too) because of stealing and suppressing the information. It's enraging and I'm so, so sorry the world is like this. You make incredibly important points too, I think, for the way that potentially many BIPOC feel. I'm Tatar and my ancestors (recently) were colonised (and are still very much being colonised), and wearing European "upper class" fashions feels very empowering and shows how far my once very poor ancestors (who could only afford rags) have progressed. I'd love to be able to wear Tatar clothing more, but there's like literally 2 resources on the internet for it and they're not very all-encompassing, so it's yet again another ethnic group having their culture suppressed and stolen. Anyways, long story short, I'm so very sorry and I'm sending virtual hugs 💕
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  52. I’ve been experimenting with cinematography lately, which is one of my greatest passions in life. This is the result of some creative inspiration I felt this week. Watch in 4K for the best experience. I hope you all enjoy! 🥰
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  53.  @TastingHistory  exciting!! Can I send you a DM on IG?
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  54. You would think so, but I think it falls back to the classic narrative of big production companies who typically won’t spend money on that which won’t be seen on screen. Including PAYING THEIR CREWS correctly.
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  55. Edit: Please note, that while I mention it's important to prep fabric before sewing, there are certain types of fabric that should not be washed, such as certain kinds of wool and silk, and must be dry cleaned instead (or cleaned using an alternate method). Please consult the instructions provided by your fabric supplier. My apologies that a couple sections are a bit out of focus. Please use the chapters to navigate through the sections with ease, and do leave a comment if you have any questions. Thanks so much for watching!
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  56. Thanks so much for watching!
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  57. Yessss a caveat I didn’t even think of!
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  58. I’ve had the exact same experiences so I agree with you! I also lost some weight and had an old corset no longer really fit and that was not comfy at all but as soon as I got a new one, it was supremely comfy again! I just think because clothes generally aren’t made like this today (custom fit) it’s a tricky concept for society in modern times to grasp. It has to more so be experienced firsthand.
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  59. Hay was a lot easier for me to purchase, so I went with hay! Medieval people slept on both hay and straw according to Roberta Gilchrist :) (the poorest ones at least)
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  60. Thanks for watching and a big thanks to Karolina! If you would like to support my art, and have the means to, please consider joining my Patreon for lots of fun additional perks: https://www.patreon.com/vbirchwood Additionally, I misspoke when I said rayon was marketed as a “wrinkle-free fabric,” that was nylon! 😂 Rayon was, however, often seen as “easier care.”
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  61. Thank you for sharing this info! ☺️
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  62. Absolutely! And at least textiles can be remade into other garments, and the worn fabric pieces made into other things for the house, smaller clothes, etc. Versus coal or firewood which is gone as soon as it burns up.
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  63. Cәлам!! This is so cool to read 😄 If you need anymore info on Volga Tatar fashion, send me a DM on Instagram. I'll also eventually release a 500 years of Volga Tatar fashion video, but it'll be a while as I'm still heavily researching.
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  64. Thank you! I tried this type of sleep schedule as well for my Victorian sleep video, and I really liked it! Though it took my body some time to adjust.
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  65. Impressed me so much too! Also shows how much colonisation absolutely destroyed their economy (and so much more).
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  66. Takk fyrir! I hadn’t realised there was a word for it in Icelandic ☺️
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  67. Thank you! I genuinely am much happier. When you experience a lifetime of living in a threat state or survival state, the way you start to operate becomes so usual, you don't even often realise there is another side where the body is calm and life just flows. It's incredible how many areas of life c-PTSD impacts, and the reason I am this joyful today is because of my ongoing recovery treatment with my therapist. Of course, things are still hard sometimes and I'm still very much actively healing, but everything is just a bit different now.
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  68. It’s definitely very interesting why this is the case!
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  69. I hope you enjoy this episode of "500 Years of Welsh Fashion" which we filmed last year. Please go and subscribe to Jimmy's amazing channel. He's super close to hitting the 100K subscriber milestone!!!
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  70. A big thanks to Surfshark for sponsoring this video! Secure your privacy with Surfshark! Enter coupon code BIRCHWOOD for an extra 3 months free at https://surfshark.deals/birchwood So, do you think I'm recognisable in modern clothing? 😅 Thanks so much for watching. See you in two weeks for the next video!
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  71.  @AliciaB.  It definitely is the actor's responsibility to not perpetuate historical myths, but I wonder too how much of it is fear of getting attacked online for speaking about corsetry in a positive manner. Those who speak about corsetry openly and positively typically have two types of people coming for them (I speak from experience lol). 1) people messaging and commenting very sexualised things and making the person very uncomfortable and 2) people getting outright enraged over the fact someone could speak positvely about corsetry, getting extremely angry to the point of blocking the corset-lover. Any one who speaks publicly about the corset has to live with the understanding that both of those scenarios are very much a reality. It's happened to me and sadly to just about every person I know that has spoken out about corset myths. Anyways, went on a bit of a tangent there lol.
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  72. Thank you so much to Laurence for sharing her incredible knowledge about Chinese historical fashion! If you'd like to see more of her amazing work, here's where you can find it: Laurence's website: https://www.laurencewenyuli.com/ Laurence's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurencewenyuli/ Chinese Clothing Through the Ages video series: https://youtu.be/-Qn6I9sID8o?si=Agswd38JlxcSXfYY Reconstruction of Qing Dress: https://youtu.be/GY5YzuzBpTc?si=SfqjhEeC6eTohvau
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  73. I’m in the U.K., and there’s a small Tatar community here but it’s not active 😊 we do exist though in other places certainly! I’ve been working on reconstructing and researching all types of Kazan Tatar historical garments actually, and plan to make an episode on the fashions in fact for my “500 Years of” series. I basically have the two main books available on the subject, and one of them is out of print, so research is very limited. Super cool that you’re from Kazan! My family is actually from Bashqortostan, but as you probably know, many Tatars live there 😊
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  74. In two weeks, I have an exciting historical experiment planned for you all. Thanks for watching and see you then! 😊
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  75. What a tender and human moment to be able to share together ☺️
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  76. Yes same! I’m so sad for them that they unnecessarily had to experience such a thing. It makes no sense at all
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  77. The timing of this light-hearted video is unfortunate in some regards, due to the current war between Ukraine and Russia. I considered delaying the release of such a jovial video, however, I felt it necessary to upload as scheduled, for laughter can often serve as a welcome means of coping and distracting oneself from the difficulties we face in the world. I hope that this video can bring you some amusement and entertainment during these challenging moments. As a colonised ethnic minority of the Russian Federation, I stand united with the people of Ukraine. My heart breaks over what is happening and I hope that you and your loved ones stay safe and well during these uncertain times. Here are some wonderful Ukrainian small businesses that you can support (I'm not sure how shipping is going to look in the future, as so much is changing right now moment to moment): -My amazing corset maker! She’s outstanding: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/theboudoirkey?ref=shop_sugg -Traditional and modern Ukrainian clothing: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Cheremshyna?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=246933663 -Ukrainian shawls and various knitwear: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/EtnoVyshyvanka?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=712877955 -Wool ethnic garments and various handmade knitted textiles and rugs: https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/WovenWoolArt?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=688888754 Some other Ukrainian brands: https://www.instagram.com/p/CZSaSazPVKG/?utm_medium=copy_link As well as Ukrainian aid organisations that you can donate to if you’d like to help in this way: https://www.reddit.com/r/ukraine/comments/s6g5un/want_to_support_ukraine_heres_a_list_of_charities/
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  78. Very true!
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  79. Many of you wanted a counterpart to my video on surviving winter wearing only historical fashion... Well here it is! This is how I survive summer wearing only historical fashion 😄 Thanks so much for watching and see you in two weeks for another video!
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  80. Exactly! It was a myth I believed for a long time as well, and when Kass made this point, it's like it all clicked. Women almost always lived with someone, as you say.
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  81. CW: Discussions around residential schools, violence, and related themes. Whilst watching this video, one thing to keep in mind is that the last residential school in Canada was closed in 1997, which means this is still very recent history. This helps to put into perspective that the attrocities commimted upon the children of residential schools happened during the lifetimes of many of us. Donations for Seeding Sovereignty have closed, so please consider donating to the Indian Residential School Survivors Society: https://www.irsss.ca Thank you very much for watching and I'm incredibly grateful to Agnes for sharing her experiences, stories, and wisdom with us all.
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  82. Jumpstart your 2023 goals now with this exclusive offer – try Skillshare free for 7 days and then get 20% off your first year! https://skl.sh/vbirchwoodhistoricalfashion720 What are some surprising benefits of wearing historical fashion that you've discovered?
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  83. Hi everyone! Thank you so much for your wonderful questions and for supporting my art and channel! I hope this video provided some answers and some background into what my life is like 🥰 See you in two weeks for another video!
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  84. The first 500 people to use my link in the description will receive a one month free trial of Skillshare! Get started today! https://skl.sh/vbirchwood02251 This project is a dream come true for me! I hope you all enjoy watching 🥰
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  85. Thank you everyone so much for 1K subscribers!! I can’t believe we made it! I hope you enjoy this short and comedic video. (And subtitles are now up).
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  86. Yes indeed! ☺️ the peas in a bag were a nice pick me up on day 6 dinner, but really I was craving something like black beans or pinto beans.
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  87. Did you enjoy my MET Gala look down the green carpet at the end? 😂 Be wary of magical grape juice that teleports you 🍇🔮 Also, about a minute in I accidentally said "Golden Age" but meant to say "Gilded Age". Whoops!
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  88. I just couldn’t resist the opportunity to make this reference 😂 A little update: there will be no new video next week because I’m moving and well, we all know how moving can be! I’ll be back with some fresh content on October 14th for you all. Had you heard of the English Stitch until this video? Do you think you’re going to try it?
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  89. Thank you for this important information! Everyone please be careful ❤️
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  90. Thank you for watching everyone! What sort of interviews do you want to see in the future?
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  91. How cool! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  92. That’s super awesome about your heritage! I’ll definitely be covering more on working class and ethnic fashion in the future as they’re topics I really feel deserve more attention and recognition. I already have some things in the planning stages 🥰
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  93. Absolutely! The Bedouin do a lot of this as well and have a lot of wisdom to learn from
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  94. Hahahaha 😂👽
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  95. Thank you for watching! If there is anything stopping you from wearing what you want in public, what exactly is it?
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  96. The "500 Years of..." series continues, this time with an exploration of 500 Years of Korean Fashion! Dr. Minjee Kim takes us on a journey through 5 centuries from the 1400s-1920s. If you'd like to learn more about Dr. Minjee Kim's work, be sure to check out her website: www.kimminjee.com A huge thanks to Dr. Minjee Kim's participation in this video, and for sharing her incredible breadth of knowledge! And don't forget that you can watch all prior episodes of the "500 Years of..." series at this useful playlist: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLKVnXoAzdl5yZAIbLf2OXU3MPtN1Qz53c There will be many more episodes to come. I have a super exciting video planned for release two weeks from now that took me a very long time to shoot (basically an entire week), so happy holidays and see you all on the 29th of December. Thanks for watching! 🌲🍄
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  97. Be sure to go and follow Cheon-Shik on both Instagram and YouTube! 🥰 See you all on the 10th of March for another video.
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  98. That makes perfect sense!! Thanks for sharing your experience, I’m sure it’ll be super helpful to anyone else who is big busted 😊
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  99. I completely agree. By humanising the past we realise humanity now can easily backslide into committing the same atrocities (and we see them happening presently all over the world).
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  100. Thank you! Really glad you enjoyed the video ☺️
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  101. I feel that too but then reading an interview from season 1, they seemed to be really priding themselves on how accurate the underwear of the season was, even though the main scene I’ve witnessed referenced time and time again to disprove that is the no shift under the corset being tightlaced scene lol. But yes, spank and a push up bra or short stays would’ve totally sufficed.
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  102. Thank you! It'll be happening!! :)
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  103. @eriquita3027 hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.
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  104. I hope you all have enjoyed this short video which felt quite silly to film! Do you use any strange household items to wash your hair?
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  105. I hope you enjoyed this super in-depth tutorial! A major thanks to Lilja for demonstrating her wonderful knowledge and to Sandy for helping with the filming! Be sure to go and follow Lilja on YouTube 🥰 Also, I'm about to hit 75K subscribers any minute now. WOW! THANK YOU SO MUCH EVERYONE 💕
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  106. Thank you for the understanding and solidarity!
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  107. Thank you so much everyone for watching! I've been dilligently sewing the Swiss waist for the Berry Dress and it will be released next Thursday. Can't wait 😊
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  108. A big thanks to SkillShare for sponsoring this video. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood08221 I hope you've enjoyed this video! 🥰
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  109. Wow!! I'm SO proud of you for taking that leap and pursuing the clothing that makes you happy. Thank you as well for leaving this comment. It gives me extra strength to keep making these videos and working towards society normalising everyday historical dress. I hope you keep finding that courage in you. Just remember that the only person you should dress for is yourself 😊
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  110. Thank you for watching and I hope you've enjoyed this daily corset Q&A! Any questions I wasn't able to get to in the video, I have answered in the description box. All of the links mentioned are there as well. Do you have any others questions that you'd like answered? Nothing related to this video or post is medical advice, and should not be taken as medical advice, so please speak with your doctor about any concerns you might have. Everything I’m sharing here is just my experience and won’t be applicable for everyone. Also, my apologies, but YouTube seems to be deleting comments again before I have a chance to respond to them. I promise I'm not deleting your comments 😊
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  111. Thank you so much for watching! What is your favourite project you’ve sewn this year? Edit: I should mention that when I say my grandmother sews "Indigenous headwear" she specifically makes Tatar headwear. I'm both a Tatar and a Cossack and in Russian we have two definitions for the term "Indigenous". We have "small" Indigenous Peoples (these are small groups and fit specific criteria) and we also have Indigenous autochthonous peoples, which includes ethnic minority groups like my own (Tatars and Cossacks) along with some others such as the Yakuts, Bashkirs, Chuvashs, Altaians, etc. The terminology is a bit complex when translated into English, but many of us Indigenous autochthonous peoples have faced extreme colonisation and atrocities, as well as having to fight to keep both our languages and cultures alive.
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  112. Awww this is so sweet, thank you! 🙂
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  113. I really see it as a deeper root cause of how quickly entertainment generally runs, and like Beck says, sacrifices have to be made, even at the expense of peoples’ physical comfort, which is incredibly unfortunate. But like so many things in life, the surface stuff often gets blamed when in reality it is sometimes the deepest root that has created a domino effect. Not to mention the industry’s completely unreasonable beauty standards.
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  114. Thanks for sharing! I like the quote by your brother haha. I wonder how these definitions too will shift for people over time
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  115. Thank you for your enthusiasm and kind comment! I should have mentioned this in the video (as it’s very important) but my project is specifically only related to Volga Tatars. The different Tatar groups are not genetically related, and sometimes didn’t even interact. It’s because “Tatar” was often a name given to us by others. The main theory for the ethnogenesis for Volga Tatars specifically is that we are descended from the Bulgars, who were nomadic around the Volga-Ural region. Historians know that Crimean Tatars, Siberian Tatars, Volga Tatars, and other Tatar groups are all not genetically related, and our clothing is also vastly different too! I’ve focused in my own research on Volga Tatar since it’s my group, but one of my books has examples of garments from other Tatar groups and they vary so much.
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  116. Thank you! I’ve been goggling pin looms today because of comments like yours ☺️ Also someone in the comments mentioned it might have been sprang. I’m learning sprang right now and it is incredibly stretchy, and there’s evidence of it being from at least the Neolithic, so perhaps that would also be possible!
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  117. Yes, definitely a great idea (that my brain hadn’t considered as I was taking the initial whack but it made for a funny moment!😂)
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  118. Thanks so much for watching! I wish you a happy and prosperous New Year (full of sewing, if you sew 😊) I say 250 hours in the video, but really mean 215 hours. I must have been tired whilst I was recording!
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  119. I’m so incredibly sorry that your sister treated you this way and I’m so happy to hear that you’re getting into a good head space with clothing again ❤
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  120. Oh my gosh that’s so adorable! It would make sense that some people would be very against the practice during the era. Just like today, people of all types with all different values 🥰
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  121.  @AliciaB.  that would be super nice! The other thing I get time and time again are people saying I’m mentally unwell because I can’t live in the modern world 😂 people saying I need mental health help etc. which is A) horribly stigmatising and ableist as there is nothing wrong with seeking mental health assistance and in fact I feel everyone could benefit from it and B) just flat out rude and unjustified behaviour. Also, I love living in the modern world! Hahaha
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  122. Thanks so much for watching! All of the links to other videos I mention are in the cards and also in the description box. I also want to say that however much you sewed this year is perfectly enough and I never want these time estimates to come off as a competition or pressure, as this is merely my experience with sewing for the year. If I sewed far less this year, I'd be just as happy with that too ❤
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  123. That would be hilarious 😂 guess I would need to completely quit making videos then! I believe the first motion picture was 1878, so a bit late for my usual mid-Victorian attire 😅
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  124. Very well said!
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  125. Ahhh how interesting! In Icelandic it is miðdagur!😊
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  126. Lol 😂
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  127. Be sure to go and subscribe to Lilja's amazing channel! ❤ Her videos are some of my favourites 🥰
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  128. I totally agree! A lot of it stems from this glamourised, Hollywood version of history. Yeah it’s meant to be fiction and fantasy, but if the experience of corsetry is going to be referenced as being akin to what corsetry may have been like historically, it’s just not at all a fair representation and only works to further demonise corsetry.
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  129. I'm so sorry about all the hardships you've been through Becky, but your attitude about it all is incredibly admirable. It's really wonderful to hear you're going to go back to wearing the skirts you love! Happy sewing and thank you for your very kind and moving comment 😊
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  130. Thank you!! Sending lots of Tatar love your way ❤❤❤
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  131. Thanks so much for acknowledging it! I’m a very private person in many ways, so this stuff really matters to me too.
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  132. Ugh I just feel so awful for the actors😭 enduring that sort of pain was so unnecessary
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  133. You're awesome Natalie! Keep on pursuing what makes YOU happy (as I'm sure you will). ❤️
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  134. Hi everyone! Thanks for watching. I hope you found this video to be useful, and I can't wait to release more "Historical Sewing for Beginners" material in the upcoming weeks. Please subscribe to receive updates about future videos 😊
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  135. Yeah it definitely probably is taught in most fashion schools and programmes! I’ve even heard this being taught in history classes. It’s a frustrating narrative because it contradicts the experiences of people who have anecdotal evidence of them being comfortable (like daily corset wearers). Ill-fitting bras suck. I used to hate bras but I absolutely love the corset, so I think what you’re saying is very true.
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  136.  @caitlinhogan5258  yes! This is right on the money.
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  137. Oh no I’m so sorry! What an awful experience for the both of you. I’m really glad you put her safety first.
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  138. Thank you! I'm still processing a lot of things these days because I'm still quite actively in c-PTSD recovery, but I'm definitely doing waaaay better than I have been any time in the past 🙂 That's so wonderful to hear that I have inspired you to start sewing your own clothing! Wishing you all the best on the journey ✨
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  139. I hope you've enjoyed today's episode! It's one I filmed a couple of months ago but have wanted to release now for a while. See you all in two weeks for another video 🥰
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  140. I really like this!
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  141. This video is kindly sponsored by Brooklinen. Get $20 off your Brooklinen order over $100! Just click here https://bit.ly/VBirchwood_BrooklinenJan24 and enter my promo code VBirchwood. Thank you soooo much for watching! This video was such a joy to put together. What do you think, should I dye the final garment a deeper blue colour or keep it as it is? Do you think you'll make your own chiton?
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  142. Thank you so much!🥰
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  143. Very true!
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  144. This is always one of my favourite videos to put together. I hope you enjoy watching it and thank you for your support over the past 2.5 years of this channel! If you'd like to see my sewing projects before they're released to the public, please consider joining my Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/vbirchwood See you in two weeks for another video! Here's to year four of sewing 🥰
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  145. Oh no that’s such a shame to hear! I’m not sure if undergarments are seen the same today as historically. The fit of your undergarments mattered most I’d argue historically. Now people are more focused on outer clothes generally as they’re being seen. I’m not even sure the actors realise that they could be wearing comfortable corsets? Perhaps they do, but generally the corset myth busting is something more so people with some interest in historical fashion are exposed to. I also wonder if perhaps some actors said something to the studio or their production managers and the higher ups refused to do anything about it.
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  146. Funnily enough, I had a few hard weeks, but I think due to my ongoing PTSD therapy and recovery process, my baseline of mental health is so much higher than it’s been before in my life, that the difficult times don’t linger like they used to ☺️
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  147. Thanks so much for watching! The first 500 people to use my link in the description will receive a one month free trial of Skillshare! Get started today! https://skl.sh/vbirchwood01251
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  148. I would have loved to share them but they are from two copyrighted books, so I’d rather that people go and support the authors of those books that I feature in the video 😊
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  149. Isn't Rúna a little cutie?! I hope you enjoyed today's video! Thanks so much for watching. I just wanted to announce that I have launched a shop now where you can buy antiques from my own personal collection! I ship worldwide and 5% of the shop sales will be donated to United Help Ukraine. https://www.vbirchwood.com/shop
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  150. Wow she seems SO cool! Thanks so much for sharing her name with me (and with us all). I definitely know which internet rabbit hole I’ll be going down next 🤣
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  151. Exactly! It would have been reserved for more special occasions, and likely was only done by wealthier individuals.
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  152. Thank you so much for watching! Do you feel inspired now to sew a winter cloak as well? P.S. Captions will be updated later on today.
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  153.  @Epic_Knight  Menstruating people is a way of encompassing anyone who menstruates — some women, some intersex people, some non-binary people, some trans men, etc. It is the scientifically correct terminology now used in many highly reputable resources pertaining to menstruation as well.
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  154. That’s a very good point! It definitely challenges the way we are used to “getting dressed” and going through life in general with historical fashion. Vintage is a lot more intuitive because it isn’t all that different from some of our modern styles.
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  155. So very true! It makes me think of how “normality” is just a social construct anyways, and not to mention highly subjective 😊
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  156. Very true, and a great reminder! I am an ethnic minority (Tatar) and a lot of our traditional dress includes rather short skirts as well. The same goes for many other traditional Russian folk styles! So you're spot on with what you say (at least from my own anecdotal observation 😅) There's nothing dirty about wearing petticoats for months! Every person has a schedule that works for them, and that's all that matters. And as you say, they smell fine and there's no direct skin contact 😊
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  157. That’s very understandable! There are so many new factours to be worried about whilst pregnant, or that can just make someone feel flat out uncomfortable. I’d imagine nesting at home can sometimes just feel like a welcome relief. So glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you for watching it and for your comment 🥰
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  158. Absolutely! It was a caring and humane action and those types of actions stick with others for a long time 🥰
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  159. Thank you!! Sending lots of love and healing your way also. It's incredible how many of us that experience c-PTSD share similarities with our stories (whilst of course many differences too).
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  160. I would love to! The Volga-Ural region can get quite hot in summer as well, so clothing varied a lot between the seasons. Definitely though this is a style of challenge I’d like to do for other styles and regions of dress, just need to have at least 3-4 ensembles built up for each ☺️
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  161. Thanks for sharing your recipe 🥰
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  162. Awww this is so sweet, thank you!! I love how the heart emoji you selected too matches the kirtle hahaha 🥰
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  163. Thank you all so much for watching! I hope you enjoyed this interview with Tom van het Hof. What sort of interviews would you like me to conduct in the future? Please note: while I try to respond to every single comment, I have been experiencing a YouTube glitch where I will respond to a comment and it will delete itself usually after a few minutes of posting. So I apologise greatly if it seems like I am not responding to your comment. I try to go back and see if there are any that I didn't respond to, but sometimes crafting the same response twice can be frustrating. I just wanted to let you all know so you're aware of the issue I've been experiencing.
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  164. Hahahaha this is such a brilliant comment. Thank you! ☺️
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  165. This video has been sponsored by Babbel. Start speaking a new language in 3 weeks with Babbel 🎉. Get up to 60% OFF your subscription ➡ Here: https://bit.ly/vbirchwood60 Are you looking forward to more Volga Tatar content in the future? 🥰 Thanks for watching!
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  166. That’s exactly it! It’s the fact that big production companies continuously neglect the well-being’s of their cast and crew. This is just a smaller issue amongst a much larger problem in the entertainment industry, and you’d think by now things would be done about it. It would be interesting to know if actors would be allowed to bring their own. But at the same time, they also shouldn’t have to spend money on undergarments that fit them well because the studios won’t provide them with such a thing.
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  167. Thank you!! I’m really glad you enjoyed it. It’s definitely (I’d imagine) so frustrating having to deal with modern day maternity clothing. Bodies are made to change and evolve, that’s natural, and it’s a bit strange that clothing doesn’t often make room for this for adults. Perhaps because generally clothes these days are cheaper, people aren’t as much in the repair and alter mindset so to speak. As much as things were horrible all throughout history for many individuals, little aspects like clothing being made to evolve with an evolving body shows some of the innovative and useful (even today) things that existed in history.
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  168. People of all time periods were more like us than sometimes society thinks! I've never liked jeans myself either, even when I wore modern clothes, but do know some individuals that love them so perhaps they are comfortable for some individuals
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  169. Thanks so much for watching! What are some ways you make more time for your creative pursuits in life?
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  170. This video has been kindly sponsored by Brooklinen. Brooklinen is giving you all $20 off any order over $100 using my code Birchwood20 at checkout: https://bit.ly/Birchwood_BrooklinenOct23 Thank you so much for watching! Ahhhhhh!! I'm so excited to release this project. What era do you want to see me sew and wear next?
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  171. Perhaps a little historybounding could be a nice way to ease into it? 😊 I’ve never worn a kirtle but they seem super comfy!
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  172. Thank you so much!! I am finally starting to really recover from pretty much a lifetime of c-PTSD symptoms due to now having the right therapy, and it’s definitely made a world of a difference on many aspects of my life. I talk about it in the video prior to this one actually 😊
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  173. Very true! I don’t wear tons of aprons myself, but they are a super practical and important layer.
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  174. Definitely so many tragic things happened to India due to colonisation, and it’s so important to shine a real light on how it was/how it is today and not be afraid to have these conversations, as it’s vital that all know the truth of how colonisation impacted/is still impacting India.
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  175. That’s awesome to hear! I second the comment above about the other videos. Mariah Pattie also has a wonderful video on making a custom measurement shift 😊 it’s super helpful. The dress I’m wearing is a Victorian wrapper and I used the pattern by Laughing Moon (no. 118). I will actually be posting a video soon walking through its construction. Less so a tutorial, but I will be showing very steps quite in depth 🥰
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  176. A great parallel! Hahaha. It’s true though, fashion is just endless recycling 🤣
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  177. Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom Lilja! It was so great having you 🥰
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  178. How interesting! It's great to hear your personal experience with this as well. I can definitely see how the combination of pregnancy, heat, and fabric that doesn't breathe the best could become very uncomfortable for that individual! Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  179. Hi!! Not banal at all, as I love it when other people from the Urals comment 🥰 so glad to hear about your interest in historical fashion and sewing and glad you liked the video. Рәхмәт for your comment 😊
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  180. This is awesome to hear! I’m sure your style is plenty cool already, it just takes time to build. You’re on the right track 😊
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  181. I agree! It’s often something someone has to experience to believe the difference though, and convincing people to try a specific experience isn’t always easy. Also sadly natural fibres are often not as accessible.
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  182. As I mentioned at the end of this video, I'm now offering 1-1 tutoring video call sessions, offering support for those just starting out with hand sewing, as well as consulting for those who would like to build their historybounding or historical fashion wardrobes. For every hour booked slot, I will be donating $3 to the charity United Help Ukraine . If you're interested in learning more, you can read all about it and book here: https://www.vbirchwood.com/appointments I hope you've enjoyed this tutorial and that honeycomb smocking doesn't feel intimidating anymore 😊
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  183. Thanks so much Sparrow ❤ best of luck on this year’s sewing journey!
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  184. This video is kindly sponsored by Brooklinen. Get $20 off any Brooklinen order over $100 using code VxBirchwood at checkout: https://bit.ly/VBirchwood_BrooklinenApr24 Correction: Medieval Garments Reconstructed: Norse Clothing Patterns was written by Anna Nørgård, Else Østergård, and Lilli Fransen.
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  185. I agree! I find it very upsetting as well, as breasts aren’t necessarily sexual but have been sexualised. I had to cover the statues with leaves in the video to meet social media guidelines 🥲
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  186. Thank you! And I completely agree with covering more being such a game changer, as long as material choice is focused upon. There’s a reason this is done in some of the hottest places in the world ☺️
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  187. Thank you for the pronunciation help! 😊 I’m so glad you loved the video. I hope you enjoy your future chiton as well!
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  188. LOL! Keep on darning away 🥰
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  189. Thanks Loretta for being with me since the beginning 😊 My ancestors are autochthonous indigenous (ethnic minorities of the Ural-mountain region) so I have folk wear and traditional dress on my mind a lot, especially as I’ve been getting deeper into the education of my heritage this year. Because of that I really started thinking about ethnic minority and Indigenous dressmaking practices as well amongst Native Americans, and felt it was an important thing for there to be more awareness surrounding, hence the interview. Indigenous rights matter to me a lot because the are the foundation of so many gorgeous and mindful traditions. That’s beautiful that you practice Indigenous dressmaking as well 💕
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  190. Thanks so much for your patience with the release of this video! The bodice construction and final reveal of the entire Berry Dress ensemble (including accessories, etc.) will be released on the 30th of December, 2021. I hope you all have a peaceful holiday season. Have you ever sewn a bonnet (or another historical hat) from scratch before, and if so, how did you find it?
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  191. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood11221 Thanks for watching! A few notes about this video: Grace also wears historical undergarments everyday (including corsets). Additionally, this video is probably about 9 months in the planning/making, hence why Adelaide's outfits were filmed in January and ours were filmed in October, in case there's some confusion with the timing. Lastly, please go and follow both Adelaide and Grace's Instagram and YouTube channels (links are all in the description) as they both have lovely content and I highly recommend it. I'll be actually releasing a new video a week from now, so see you all next week for another video! 🥰
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  192. That’s so lovely to hear! 😊
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  193. This is the video that we’ve all been waiting for!!
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  194. This is a brilliant rule! Love this. Thanks for sharing 😊
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  195. Not knotting them definitely is a great way to reuse the thread! I like to knot personally because I find it holds the pieces together much stronger, especially for a fitting of a tight-fitted bodice where even the mock-up or initial fittings can sometimes undergo a lot of stress
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  196. Thanks! Metal cutting tools were indeed present, but the reason I mention wanting to use a sharp stone (flint specifically) is because there's quite a bit of evidence to suggest that these were still being used well into the Bronze and Iron Ages. It makes sense, since there isn't just a clear divide in history, where suddenly one tool completely replaces another. It probably depended a lot from person to person (even within Europe). Flint tools appeal to me most due to how different they are from the experience of cutting leather with modern tools. Here's an interesting article I found on the topic: https://journal.lithics.org/wp-content/uploads/lithics_20_1999_Hum_57-61.pdf
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  197. That’s so cool! And makes perfect sense too. If I were on a production, I would choose to wear a corset in the exact same way! I’ll have to try that breathing trick when lacing up in the morning so thanks for that
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  198. Thanks again to Ritual for sponsoring this video! I love their products because I love supporting my gut health. Remember to click here https://ritual.com/VBIRCHWOOD20 for 20% off during your first month! Be sure to use code: BIRCHWOOD20 at checkout.
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  199. Thank you so much for watching! What other historical sewing techniques would you consider to be must-knows?
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  200. Lol wow! That sounds like quite the moment 😂
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  201. Oooo that’s a really great observation, thanks! 😊
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  202. I had a very different video originally planned for today, but unfortunately due to some medical challenges with my jaw (nothing serious, just annoying), I wasn't able to record any of the voiceovers needed to complete the other video idea. So that one will be released the following Thursday instead. Thankfully, I had this lookbook filmed as backup footage, which I was initially going to release on Monday as a little surprise. I figured even a short video like this would be better than no video at all for today. 😊 I hope you enjoyed this video and thank you so much for watching!
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  203. Awww sounds like a lovely memory though. It's amazing how objects like oilskin can bring back certain memories. I commissioned one of my friends to knit the sontag! It's super warm and comfy and she did an amazing job 😊
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  204. This is a MAJOR factour! One thing my corsetiere right away asked me is if my body is quite symmetrical or not because it makes a massive difference to comfort and fit, as you describe!
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  205. I agree 😊 Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the video ❤
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  206. Thank you so much for watching and I hope you enjoyed learning about these seam finishes! 🥰 If you'd like to help fund future videos like this one and historical sewing projects to come, become a Patron and receive a number of behind-the-scenes perks, including weekly polls and posts to learn about projects early and help make decisions: patreon.com/vbirchwood
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  207. I hope you enjoyed watching me get super excited over Romantic Era literature! 😃 Which language would you like to learn? This video has been sponsored by Babbel. Start speaking a new language in 3 weeks with Babbel 🎉. Get up to 60% OFF your subscription ➡ Here: https://bit.ly/vbirchwood60
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  208. Thank you 🙂 I come from a slower film background, so I like to have that mirrored in my own work here!
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  209. It’s lovely that you’re able to relate! And how wonderful that the four of you can appreciate your own unique but related styles together and have that source of community with one another 🥰
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  212. I was always taught that rewarming them once is okay (and I googled it and this seems to be confirmed). I suspect it was maybe more so the sheep stew leftover that caused it but thankfully it was mild ☺️ I would love to hear your info about rewarmed oats and food poisoning though if you’d be open to sharing! It’s always good to be on the safe side with food safety.
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  213. This is a lovely compliment, thanks so much! I hope they enjoy watching it!
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  214. Thank you so much! That means a lot 🥰 I’ve always been a big risk taker. I moved to a foreign country with like $200 and 2 suitcases randomly and alone when l was 19. That’s just the typical type of stuff I’ve always done as I trust that I’ll figure it out along the way. Of course, I don’t do anything too unsafe and I have a plan in place still, but I think this attitude has definitely translated into my art as well. I’d rather just go for it and see if I can make it work somehow then not have done it at all 😊
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  215. I understand what you mean! I think it really just depends person to person. I personally feel very comfortable in historical clothes and find them to be more practical than modern clothes, but definitely there will be many people who wouldn’t feel the same. I think it’s just the narrative itself that implies corsets were awful torture devices that is harmful not only to present society but past society too. I’m sure historically many people loved the corset and some probably disliked it, like what we see going on during the reform dress movement. Same with today.
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  216. I speak about this as well in my “What the Victorian Got Right” video, because it’s true, they were actually really clever considering the time and access to knowledge they had (generalising here of course). There were so many things wrong and problematic with the 19th c. and beyond, but I think it’s important to utilise what worked and learn and grow from what didn’t. Thanks for your comment!
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  217. I knew my tears would start welling up soon ❤ Thank you so much!
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  218. Thanks so much for sharing all this! I’ve had a similar experience with corsetry and the way it decreases anxiety and increases confidence due to the upright posture and hug-like nature, so I can very much relate to everything you just said 🥰
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  219. Thanks so much for watching! I can't wait to share the final reveal of the Grape Gown with you at the end of May! 🥰
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  220. @forgingstrength6119 they have been interpreted and modernised for the modern kitchen. Therefore it was the author’s interpretations I used. It is also just very poor practice to share another’s hard work online for free if they have released a book.
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  221. Thank you so much for watching! What sewing projects are you currently working on?
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  222. A big thanks to Skillshare for sponsoring this video! ❤The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood12221
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  223. I am absolutely mind blown lol
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  225. Wow , thank you for your beautiful comment @welcometotheravensnest  Congrats on the 1850s skirt! I hope you enjoy wearing it for many years to come 😊
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  226. Thank you for pointing this aspect out! I’ve added a statement about the potential risks in my pinned comment. I appreciate you looking out for everyone’s wellbeing!
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  227.  @thatterigirl  I think you will be pleasantly surprised in a few months 😉
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  228.  @untitled1234-n8d  I’m so very sorry for your losses! Thank you for saying that you felt I handled this subject sensitively, I’m really glad to hear that and that you were able to watch the video and feel okay 💕
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  229. Thank you so much for watching! Do you have any other tips on how to make an outfit feel more historical?
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  230.  @Fizzypopization  this is discussed in the video as well.
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  231. My apologies for the small audio glitch in the beginning! No matter how many different ways I exported the video, nothing seemed to resolve it. I suppose in this world imperfection is inevitable 😊 I hope you've enjoyed watching the construction of this Swiss waist/sash belt! I will be releasing the bonnet next week, then taking a week off from videos, and finally coming back strong at the very end of December with a video of the final piece construction, the bodice.
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  232. Thanks for watching ☺️ I would recommend checking out short stays as well from the Regency period if you haven’t learned about them already.
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  233.  @antoinepetrov  thank you!!
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  235. It’s very true! I try to take this approach. I feel like generally though, when people weren’t dressed fashionably, they would have been dressed in older styles, rather than cutting edge future styles. For instance, in 1885, someone not fashionable may have worn some version of 1878 clothing. But this is why I also argue that we all have a very limited view of fashion history and that’s why “historical accuracy” is kind of a loaded term, because so often we find examples of garments that don’t fit the narrative of what the fashion was for the time, and that challenges our beliefs. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg because that’s only what we have still in existence. Not to mention the endless working class garments that we’ve lost to time, so we have a very unclear view of what 98% of people wore in Britain. And then even further than that, what people wore in other places outside of America/Britain. I’ve been researching my ethnic fashion (Tatar) quite heavily and I am constantly surprised by garments.
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  236. Thank you everyone for watching! What is your favourite historical accessory? (P.S. captions will be available in a few hours).
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  237. Thank you for your comment! It’s definitely quite disheartening we’ve lost a lot of the practices of repairing and altering quality made clothing. At the same time though we are starting to see a very slow fashion resurgence, like what I try to promote on this channel and do in my own life, and that’s quite amazing to see as more people start making their own clothes 😊
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  238. Thank you so much for watching! The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood10221 If you'd like to see even more bizarre historical fashion items I find in the future, be sure to go and follow my alternate Instagram page @bizarrehistoricalfashion We have a lot of fun there! I'll see you all in 2 weeks for a tutorial style video 🥰
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  239. What great timing!! I hope you had a lovely time in Greece, it is such a beautiful place.
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  240. I hope you all enjoyed this video and I appreciate your patience as I got a hang of the new editing programme! Be sure to download the free historical capsule wardrobe plan checklist, for which a link is available in the description box. Additionally, as a small token of my gratitude for being a part of this channel reaching more than 2.5K subscribers, I have just released a curated "Songs for Historical Sewing" playlist, which can be found in the "Playlists" tab on my channel.
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  241. Yes absolutely! I can confirm too the under trousers create quite a nice bit of padding in the crotch area, so I can imagine it’d be very helpful when riding horses all day.
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  242. Thanks for watching! What’s your favourite way to pleat fabric?
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  243. Thanks so much Jae! Let me know how it goes if you do end up trying it out 😊
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  244. Thank you so much! This is a great idea 🥰
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  245. I hope you enjoy chapter 1 of my latest “Historical Fashion Lookbook” series. These episodes are short additional content that are pure creative outlets for me, that tell a story based around a garment. Each video is one garment. They’re often improvised and I end up sort of deciding what to do once at the location. I will be posting these occasionally on either Mondays or Tuesdays in addition to the usual weekly Thursday content. Did you enjoy this lookbook style video?
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  246. I’ve seen this scene as well and it’s unfortunate that these myths continue to be perpetuated for dramatic effect, especially when they not only hurt the actors but the overall narrative too. I don’t blame the costume department though. They’re just doing their jobs and don’t call the shots. The big thing is the production company who decided they would need a misinformed tightlacing scene to elevate their show
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  247. Awww thank you! 😊 As a Tatar, it’s super important to me that available info for non-Anglocentric cultures is represented, so I’m going to continue to facilitate these important conversations and presentations.
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  248. Wow what a sentimental story! How beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing it 🥰
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  249. Thank you everyone for watching! Comments are disappearing due to YouTube’s strange filtre system again, so I apologise if you don’t get a response back for that reason. Have you ever used this tool for your own skirt hems?
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  250. Thank you everyone for watching! Are you working on any projects/do you plan to work on any projects that take you out of your comfort zone? What are they?
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  251. Thank you all for watching! What historically inspired elements do you try to add into your own life (if any)?
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  252. So cool that you lived there too! There's no wool quite like Álafosslopi in my experience. Lopi in general is a very unique and durable material.
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  253. Thank you so much for your beautiful comment. Wishing you continued healing, peace, and joy 💕
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  254.  @RexySmith  lol that honestly must be it 😂 every time I post a video about corsets I get very brash comments criticising the way I pronounce it, so now I just try and own my pronunciation up front 🥲
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  255. Hahaha this is very funny! British people are diverse just like the rest of the world 😉
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  256. Yay, that's so exciting! Makes me really happy to hear that you're connecting deeper with the Japanese fashion of your ancestors! :) I'm sure the hanten will turn out beautifully.
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  257. My pleasure Skirted Galleons! I saw that it was missing as a resource in the community, and figured that someone could benefit from it 😊
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  258. Thank you! 😊 I had read about this stitch in a few historical sewing books, such as The American Duchess ones, as well as seen some individuals in the historical fashion community on Instagram speak about using this stitch! I just wanted to make sure that this information spread to a wider audience, and perhaps even a different audience, so that everyone can benefit from it. Burnley & Trowbridge does quite a few lovely videos on various stitches as well (here on YouTube).
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  259. Absolutely! So many ethnic groups have incorporated this as well. Tatar traditional clothing (my ethnic group) features a layer of light undergarments which is essentially a shirt and trousers. I’m guessing it has to do with being able to then cut down on doing laundry as much
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  260. Utilitarian and plain clothing as well have their place and can be great for so many things, but certainly I wish the world wouldn’t judge or look down upon those who like to wear “unusual” styles or who like to dress up, especially since this was completely normal just 50-60 years ago.
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  262. I can imagine the sun protection aspect is huge in the desert yes! 😊 so glad you enjoyed the video. See you in two weeks 🥰❤️
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  263. Hahahahahaha 🤣 such an accurate description
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  264. Hahahaha 😂
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  265. It's terribly tragic that that's sometimes the case! I have found that I've never been kicked out of anywhere, attacked, etc. thankfully, but I also don't spend all that much time around people and am self employed lol. It's very understandable though that you didn't want that type of attention once you had a child, as you have to look out for them too. I love your ode to fabric by draping it to the walls of your house, I'm sure it looks lovely! The end part really made me laugh 😂 Thanks so much for your comment!
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  266. I only knew this was a rule because of watching televised red carpet events as a kid, but I always just assumed it was for celebrities! 😂 I really can’t imagine wearing a new outfit everyday. That sounds exhausting and expensive. Plus it’s nice to get as much use out of a garment as possible I think!
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  267. I'm glad it was so enjoyable! I always find Kass really fun to speak with 😊Fabric really must have been so expensive, probably a cost that we cannot even fathom nowadays. Even in the Victorian era clothes were expensive compared to now, and that's with full-fledged industrial revolution productions. Ah yes! It makes perfect sense then that with Western history especially being so influenced by Christianity, that clothing would be delegated as per Deuteronomy 22:5 as you reference. I was raised in an Eastern school of thought, so I appreciate the insight into this as it's not an area I'm familiar with! 😊
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  268. Thanks!! I’m glad it’s been so helpful 😊 I have definitely considered it, but it would certainly upset those who believe menstruation isn’t a natural process and is something taboo, so I definitely want to release a video on this topic, whilst recognising it will likely have some backlash from closed minded individuals 😂
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  269. Thank you for watching! One thing I left out of the video is the edge of the waistband, where it meets the apron body, may try to curl up, so if it does, you will want to whip stitch it neatly down in place on the right side. Please let me know if you have any questions about this tutorial and I'll do my best to answer them.
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  270. Thank you so much Bella ❤️ I think celebrating that waking time, as you mention, is definitely a wonderful way to approach it 🥰
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  271. Definitely saves money! I don’t even own a drier for instance (which is quite usual in the U.K. as few homes have driers). I also usually wash my wools on a short wool setting and typically in cold or low temp water which probably helps too both with the eco footprint and with the money aspect. So there are many of these hidden benefits it seems! 😊
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  272. I’ve noticed that so much with goth, that many different goth styles can be extremely historical, and many historical styles vice versa work perfect for goth (1840s would probably be a good example or any mournings clothes really haha). I’m sorry that people can be so negative about being goth! It’s a shame that people can be quick to judge and not keep an open mind when seeing “alternative” styles. Thanks so much for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed the video ❤️
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  273. This video has been sponsored by Babbel. Start speaking a new language in 3 weeks with Babbel 🎉. Get up to 60% OFF your subscription ➡ Here: https://bit.ly/vbirchwood60 Thank you so much for watching, and a massive THANK YOU to Laura for sharing her wisdom! See you all in two weeks for another video 🙂 Also, do you think you're going to start using beetroot juice as rouge now? 😅
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  274. Thank you! I'm so excited! 😄
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  275. Thank you so much Makeda! ❤️ I'm so sorry about the depressing thoughts attached to your own heritage, and I can understand why perhaps it hasn't been a thing of interest because of that. Ancestral trauma too is so real, and especially for BIPOC it can be incredibly painful.
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  276. Lol this is hilarious 🤣
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  277. These are both beautiful points! Thanks so much for sharing them 🥰 happy new year!
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  278. Thank you ☺️
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  279. My pleasure! I definitely hope so as well, and that all people in society, in general, feel that they can wear whatever they want. Thanks for watching!
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  280. @sevenember3332 This is why I did about 30 minutes of jumping, moving the mattress with my hands, shaking it, etc. as to break up the bale as much as I could ☺️
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  281. Thanks so much for watching! The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood09221 I hope you've enjoyed watching the making of my Victorian/Lord of the Rings creation 🥰
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  282. Thank you Rachel! I definitely don’t feel too discouraged and I trust that I’ll find the information I need at some point, and if not then that’s okay too 😊 what a fun activity for you both to do together and a great way to honour your dad too!
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  283. That's very cool! Thanks for letting me know, and for watching 😊
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  284. Thanks for watching this slightly different-than-usual (from my other content) video! For those who might be wondering, the thumbnail image is a photo manipulation technique used during Victorian times that is a fabulous example of 19th century individuals being both innovative and having a sense of humour. Plus it feels quite fitting for upcoming All Hallow's Eve celebrations 😊 I should also mention, I am referring to Victorians really generally here, and it would be impossible to cover all nuance in a 9 minute video. I do not and cannot speak for all 19th-century peoples. These are merely observations I have made when reading about the Victorians.
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  285. Hahaha that’s an excellent way to put it. What can we say, a lot of us just love art and pretty antique things! 😊
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  286. I do indeed! This is my first time talking about it on here though. I plan to go more into depth about it in the future. I would say most OCD starts with thoughts, and then certain physical or mental compulsions have to be created because of the thoughts. In my case, it is more pure O, more so that the compulsions are mental and I mainly experience intense intrusive images that create deep dissociation/derealisation, and a slew of other things that comes along with that (like fatigue, brain fog, panic, anxiety, etc.) These days I'm doing much much better, even if still in recovery, but a couple of years ago it was debilitating and I could barely leave my home for 2-3 months due to the paralysing and crippling fear. It's important that accurate awareness is brought to the topic of OCD though, as it is so often a misconceived mental health condition. Everyone is definitely facing their own things, and that's totally okay. I think it's important for us to approach others with compassion for that exact fact, because what's going on in a person's life is often so much more complex than how it seems on the surface. I'm glad to hear you found the walking path peaceful! Your tarantula situation still sounds terrifying though lol.
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  287.  @jessicarogers6801  ooo love this!
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  288. It’s very true! Or even just finding garments in the store that really feel like an accurate representation of one’s personality
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  289. Thank you for acknowledging this! Being open about menstruation encourages others to be open about menstruation too 😊
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  290. Yayyy!! I was trying my best ☺️
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  291. Such an important point to bring up! This is why I really think of mending as essential as leaning to do our taxes. It’s a skill that could benefit anyone that wears clothing.
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  292. The first 1,000 people to click the link will get a full year of Premium membership to Craftsy for only $1.49: https://go.craftsy.com/vasibirchwood/ Thanks so much for watching! See you in a couple weeks for another video 🙂
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  293. I have many beautiful friends who love wearing tons of expressive make up and have many tattoos, and I love them tremendously. I choose not to because that’s my choice (and choice is a wonderful thing) but I still think just as highly of those who do, because I will never drag down another person for their appearance (and just because I haven’t chosen the same appearance for myself).
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  294. So glad you loved the video Makeda! Awesome to hear too how much historically inspired clothes make you feel great 🥰
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  295. How did you find following this historical sewing tutorial? Be sure to tag me on your creations on Instagram! @vasiofficial
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  296. Very true!
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  297. Thank you! I feel so honoured to be its custodian ❤️ it’s also amazing to me to actually be able to see who wore it, as usually we just have to use our imaginations and can’t really know!
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  298. Thank you so much for watching everyone! If you are a historical sewist, what are some of your tips and tricks for staying motivated and getting going?
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  299. Yeah it’s a great video! Hahaha
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  300. Hahahaha
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  301. How cool! thanks for letting me know! I suppose this is something black and white photography really doesn’t pick up. Perhaps I will need to make the skirt red instead!
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  302. Thanks for your comment 😊 I think a lot of it is cultural as well. In Russia, for instance, it is often looked down upon to wear sweats or anything overly casual (especially things like spongebob PJs lol) to go out in public. While in America, this is more societally accepted. That's the other thing about judgment. It differs so much from place to place what you will get judged upon, depending on that society's own preconceived notions and perspectives. Just like, if I were wearing historical fashion 150 years ago, that would have been totally OK. I would have been mainstream. So it just goes to show that in many ways, judgement is inevitable, and in many ways, it is also an illusion. It is constantly shifting and changing, with cultures and periods of time. Even more reason to take it with a grain of salt 😊 It's great you've had conversations about sewing with people because of what you're wearing. It's always incredible when that's the outcome of wearing what you want to wear out and about. And it's wonderful to proudly wear the things you've sewn.
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  303. Thank you so much everyone for watching! If you wear/make historical clothing, do you wash yours in a similar way?
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  304. Right?! They’re so useful! I have no idea why they stopped being a thing haha
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  305. Hmm... I'm not sure. Do I reckon the comment perhaps gives that away? 😂
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  306. It definitely makes perfect logical sense that an ill-fitting, ultra tight corset would be uncomfortable, but I also just feel like it isn’t usual to have custom fit clothing in our modern world, when historically that was completely the norm. So I’m wondering if that perhaps has a play in this all. Also, as you make all these great points about the bra and how many have to just suffer with it being uncomfortable, I think companies often don’t feel pressure to often more customisable sizing or a wider array of sizes because modern society generally again doesn’t expect things to fit custom or perhaps aren’t even used to the comfort something very well-fit and bespoke feels. There’s also the element of cost too and the inaccessibility.
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  307. Thanks so much for watching! How do you personally mark your fabric? Do you use tailor’s tacks?
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  308. Thanks for the interesting tip!
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  309. Hi Lucas! This comment is next level funny 😂
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  310. Hahaha that’s awesome! Historical fashion really can be so practical and comfortable.
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  311. Yes as misskelevra commented, I have a separate video on my channel talking about how to have confidence wearing historical clothing in public 😊
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  312. That's the spirit! hahaha
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  313. It was something we considered, but sadly they’ve been around less than 500 years! Even the Pair of Bodies, the precursor to the stays, isn’t 500 years old yet
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  314. So cool! I remember reading about the Australia connection during my research about the material. It’s wonderful how it’s still kept alive in some parts of the world! 😊
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  315. Thank you so much for everything! It was a pleasure to have you on the channel!
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  316. This is so awesome to hear! What a great reason to keep wearing herjolfsnes as normal garments too. It’s amazing how many historical items are so versatile, even to this day.
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  317. He’s a very good boy 😊
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  318. Thank you for watching everyone! What current (historical) sewing projects are you working on? I can't wait to share part 2 with you all on June 24th 😊(P.S. Subtitles are now available)
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  319. Thank you Lilja!! ❤️ and so true. They are very similar to them! Just goes to show that this type of cut and construction was practical for so many cultures. What’s cool too is that this style of underwear persists in Volga Tatar culture even back many centuries, so the cut must’ve been exactly what they needed if they didn’t change it for many hundreds of years!
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  320. Thank you!! I second the suggestions of a long sleeved light chemise underneath perhaps! It could look really pretty with the layering too 🥰
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  321. That would be super fascinating! I would recommend the channel “Katherine Sewing.” She has videos on wearing stays whilst pregnant 😊
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  322. Thank you!! A Volga Tatar makeover feels like my daily stuff sometimes 😅 I definitely want to do one eventually, but there’s a few more traditional pieces I want to acquire/make to be able to do it properly 🥰
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  323. Your project sounds so wonderful! Winter hats really can be quite frustrating 😅 I think you'll be really pleased with the oilskin honestly. It holds up shockingly well to the rain.
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  324. Thank you! It comes after the instruction "1 dessert spoon of castor sugar" so my guess is that it should have been 1 dessert spoon or orange blossom water for the entire served ice cream, so I suppose the amount that accidentally poured from my bottle was about correct, considering the dessert spoon should have been divided amongst the 4 moulded ice creams haha 😅
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  325. Thank you!! I totally agree. There is so much beautiful and important underrepresented fashion history.
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  326. Hope you enjoyed the video! 🥰
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  327. Thanks Kat for sharing this and for confirming my feelings about it too! I’ve heard in particular from friends who have larger busts that they much prefer corsets over bras, and it makes sense hearing how often bras fall short when it comes to larger busts.
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  328. Yes that is so true! Especially with the shorter skirt length since teens and very young adults generally wore much shorter hemlines.
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  329. Yay! 😀
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  330. Hahahaha please don’t concave your forehead! But yes, definitely. It would take them (probably the production company that calls the shots) setting the narrative aside and going, “oh! Maybe we should spread realistic information about corsetry instead!”
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  331. Thank you so much for this info! I hadn’t heard of кукрекче, тешелдрек before! Hopefully I’ll be able to find out more about it somewhere on the internet. Doesn’t surprise me too they’d decorate them with tambour embroidery, as that is such a Volga Tatar thing to do 😂 everything gets a little tambour embroidery if it’s seen hahaha. I did know about the ыштан being tucked into stockings though! I’ve been tucking them in recently and it’s very comfortable.
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  332. Very good points! It’s frustrating that wearing something like a bustle can garner so much attention. I mean I get why because it’s different and humans are intrinsically curious, but I think too there must be a way to be in society where people can remain curious but also respect boundaries and treat eachother respectfully (I.e. asking to take a photo rather than just taking one). I hope this type of respect becomes more of a commonality!
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  333. Love his channel!
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  334. Thank you! I love leftovers personally, so many things you can do with them 😄
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  335. Yeah, social media appropriate 😂
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  336. Thank you so much Katie! At the moment I'm an MA student, but before I worked remotely, and will resume that type of work once my degree is done. I'm definitely in a position of privilege when it comes to being able to have the freedom to wear historical clothing every day, and it's unfortunate that employers potentially would look down upon others for dressing more archaic. It's ironic too because this style of dress used to be what was socially acceptable and now it is the opposite lol.
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  337. Yay that’s awesome! If you feel comfortable sharing, I’d love to hear how this option is for you.
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  338. I've been incredibly busy hand sewing the Grape Gown on a very tight deadline, so here's something personal, short, sweet – a love poem I wrote to trees a few years ago 🌳The poem was a part of one of my MA final projects, so I thought I'd record it, add some footage, and a bit of music. Please turn on the captions if you'd like to see the words written out 🥰 See you all in a couple of weeks for the Grape Gown content! 🍇OH! And thanks so much for 10K and for all your support!
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  339. Are women not people? Additionally, not all women menstruate. Menstruating people is the scientifically correct and inclusive umbrella terminology used to describe all people who have periods, and some women (like myself) fall under that category.
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  340. Thanks! I actually wear both quite a lot already coincidentally! 😅
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  341. Hahaha thanks Lilja! 😊 I have many Icelandic friends with the same hair consistency, it’s so interesting how it can be both oily and dry, nature is a weird thing 😂
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  342. I totally agree Neartmhor. Greenwashing is a massive thing, and so many essential oils for example really aren't safe for certain people (or pets as you say). It makes a lot of sense that you'd weigh the benefits/risks of your own products and decide what to use from there. Part of the reason I went with these Total Wardrobe Care Sachets is that they offer a bunch of different herbal blends. The one I have has no lavender, for instance, and has all oils in it that I personally know I can tolerate well. And definitely, if I had pets that would become a priority too. I don't enjoy the labelling system on "chemical-free" products either, because, as you say, everything is technically a chemical, whether synthetic or organic. I personally use EWG Skin Deep to check all my products for toxicity level, because that's what I was introduced to way back when I was a teen and it's an incredibly invaluable resource. Unfortunately "natural" and "chemical-free" have become major marketing ploys to get people to buy products now, but I also think the English language lacks other terminology that is concrete and to-the-point to describe these things. Hence why I also struggled to find the words to describe my own practices in a short period of time. Maybe "products free mostly from synthetic chemicals?" It just sounds so wordy haha 😂 I really appreciate your comment, however, and for looking out for me. It means a lot 😊
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  343. I had too much thyme on my hands! 😂
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  344. Well said!
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  345. Thank you!☺️
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  346. What a special way to remember your mother ❤️
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  347.  @ragnkja  yep, so true. Trying to change this 😊
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  348. Thank you so much Catherine! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video, and I hope you enjoy playing along with your second pot of tea 🥰
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  349. Thank you so much! I definitely feel a lot more free and liberated, especially as I continue healing 😊
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  350. Nothing to do with the content itself, my ongoing therapy treatment is just helping me immensely.
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  351. It’s definitely extremely heartbreaking. I hope efforts for it to be revived continue.
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  352. That’s not what I’m doing at all. I am celebrating my joy whilst also acknowledging that not all others might experience that same joy. I am holding deep compassion in my heart for all experiences of menstruation. It is possible to hold space for both joy and understanding at the same time. More than one feeling can exist at once and that doesn’t diminish the other.
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  353. Thank you for watching everyone! Be sure to stay tuned for next week's very special video. (P.S Subtitles are now available.)
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  354. Thanks so much for the compliments Larissa! With regards to the thimble on the thumb, it's just personal preference. I examined which fingers I use most often to sew, and which one would have the most wear and tear on it, and that was my thumb. I typically use my thumb to push the needle through tough fabrics, and therefore it helps to have the thimble there to sort of serve as friction to get the needle through 4-6 layers of fabric. Hope that's helpful! (Not sure at all if the practice is historical but it's important to do what works best for you.
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  355.  @HeroOfTime303  I think you’ve ended up on the wrong type of YouTube channel. On this channel, I support women wearing whatever they want to wear and whatever brings them joy. And all genders for that matter, I should say.
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  356.  @lauraholland347  I’ve had a very opposite experience of garments getting destroyed because fabric wasn’t pre washed. In particular with washable wool (of course washed on a wool setting, low temp, etc.) and especially without pre washing twill tape and things getting all warped and messed up. Our fabrics aren’t historical fabrics so they have to be treated differently. I never wash dry clean fabrics of course though, I just get them pre-dry cleaned as the fibres can indeed warp and change.
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  357. Thank you!! That’s so lovely you had a poem published when you were 10 ☺️
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  358. I don’t fix these small things on purpose! Paintings sometimes get crooked in real life and I’d rather show these small messy details about my home because they’re the reality (for myself and for many) ☺️
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  359. I learned this fact maybe 6 months after I posted this video! (It’s one of my earliest videos 😊) and it’s so cool!
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  360.  @ohifonlyx33  many of them weren’t 😊
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  361. I hope my “LOL” didn’t come off insensitive by the way. It just made me laugh because it felt like such an odd thing to call someone extreme over since it’s an incredibly important and practical skill ❤️
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  362. Thank you so much Fi for your comment. It's truly so tragic what has been happening to Indigenous and Aboriginal people all over the world. I am an ethnic minority myself and sadly my own ancestors have gone through similar assimilation policies all throughout history, it's an incredibly heartbreaking thing that needs more awareness brought to it.
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  363. Thank you for watching! Have you had to deal with a similar issue? What have been your methods for keeping your garments pest-free?
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  364. Yes!! Such a beautiful and meaningful practice. Thanks so much for your comment Samantha 😊
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  365. If you feel comfortable sharing, please let me know how it is!
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  366. That’s a wonderful attitude to have, as what other people think so often says more about them than the person they’re judging! ❤️
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  367. Thanks so much for being a part of this collaboration Grace! 🥰
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  368. It really does! Almost like cyber punk meets Victorian? 😂
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  369. It's such a treat that Jimmy shares his knowledge with us for this video!!
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  370. Thank you Lilja!! Love your video so much, you did so great 😊
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  371. Thank you, Jediah! It really is funny how much elite clothing is represented in the community, yet the vast majority of people wore working class clothing. I think this has to do with what we have in museums as often historical dressmakers take inspiration from museum pieces, and museums lack workwear.
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  372.  @HeroOfTime303  I think you have a very backwards idea of what "sin" is. Take care of yourself.
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  373. Thanks for watching Loretta! I haven't seen any historical costumers doing a wardrobe tour either, so when this concept kept getting requested, I was more than happy to oblige, as people are clearly curious. I'm so glad it can act as a source of inspiration! What are you currently working on?
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  374. Thank you for sharing your perspective Jennifer! 😊 and as others have said, elastic is totally “historically accurate” by the mid-1800s 🥰
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  375. I’m proud of you though for getting to that place and also realising it by 16 too. It’s wonderful that you’re pursuing the path of authenticity and doing what actually brings you joy 😊
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  376. Most would’ve worn 1-2 petticoats under the main skirt, so it’s unlikely that menstrual blood would have made it through to the final skirt layer (maybe with a heavier flow, but there’s also a theory that periods were lighter for the working class because of how much hard labour, the stress of poverty, the malnutrition). Additionally, with being such a thick wool, most wool skirts I’d say would be able to absorb a bit if it did get to that outer layer. It could potentially be a factor but also most darker colours, like black, brown, blue, etc. would hide the blood quite well. I wish we could go back in time and ask! Lol
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  377. Thank you! Definitely revisit it — it’s simpler than it looks!
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  378. Awww thank you! (I love your channel name by the way 😊) I definitely think that it's just because many other channels are more at a professional level, and since I'm very much a beginner myself, I just want to take you all along for the journey and teach the realisations I've had throughout my own process. I'm so glad that both types of content exist here on YouTube, because it just means this hobby/interest is more and more accessible to everyone.
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  379. I've been non-conformist my entire life honestly! My dad is a hippie and so I was raised in a very free-thinking environment around a lot of free-spirited people. Even when I wore "modern" clothes, I was still dressing in rather non-conformist ways for most of it.
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  380. all very good points Katja! Thanks for your comment. I own a lot of antique furniture and I find it is actually quite comfortable to sit and lounge on in a corset, but perhaps they are two of a perfect pair 😊
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  381. This just makes me think too though how many bizarre items were worn and have been lost to the deterioration of time! I can only imagine the weird fashions haha
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  382.  @DJMarcO138  here is an excerpt from a phys.org article published in 2019: “Much is known of the medieval dietary practices of the nobility and ecclesiastical institutions, but less about what foods the medieval peasantry consumed. The scarce historical documents that exist that tell us that medieval peasant ate meat, fish, dairy products, fruit and vegetables but there is little direct evidence for this.” The article is about how for the first time they have more concrete evidence, stating, “The findings demonstrated that stews (or pottages) of meat (beef and mutton) and vegetables such as cabbage and leek, were the mainstay of the medieval peasant diet. The research also showed that dairy products, likely the 'green cheeses' known to be eaten by the peasantry, also played an important role in their diet.” But still, these are not well-defined recipes, as I used for this experiment. Sure, I could’ve thrown some best guess ingredients into a pot, but I wanted a week of food with more structure. Generally only the wealthiest could read and write, and so their recipes got documented. A lot of knowing what medieval peasantry ate is guesswork or best estimates (or as this article states due to food residue, we now have a bit more information), but still not directly recorded recipes, like there is for the wealthiest of medieval society. When comparing the structured and wide breadth of information regarding upperclass medieval food to that of medieval peasants, indeed, there is limited information on what the working class medieval people ate. Just because we have some information doesn’t mean we have a lot of information.
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  383. I fully believe you when it comes to the temperatures etc., but I have seen egg start to cook in hair for multiple people in a number of videos as well as some people I know due to the hot water. Of course I trust the science you speak of too, I’d just rather be safe than sorry and having to clean egg out of my hair 😂
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  384. Thank you! That’s a very good point! I’m guessing though that babies had all sorts of potential hazards since infant mortality was extremely high historically. Probably pins was a more minimal worry.
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  385. Thank you so much! I’ll definitely continue this series as people really enjoy it, and I do too 😊 regarding the outfit, the only part I made myself is the Garibaldi blouse. I made it using a Truly Victorian pattern a while back, but I won’t buy any future patterns from the company because the owner has said some incredibly racist things recently and then doubled down on them when it was brought to their attention so I don’t want to support the business anymore. I’m still using old patterns that are in my stash though as it feels like a waste of resources otherwise.
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  386. Thanks so much Fi! I've very proud of you for continuing to wear what you love to regardless of what people say or think. The most important thing is that you're comfortable and your clothes bring you joy so well done on following your heart 😊
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  387. Hahaha thank you for the feedback on them! I'm glad others find them funny as well :)
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  388. Thank you!
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  389.  @llull888  I mentioned olive oil, fish sauce, and vinegar multiple times throughout the video.
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  390. Thank you so much as well! It was a real pleasure.
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  391. Hahaha thank you Lilja! 🥰 I think there needs to be “let the girl wear her bonnet” merch 😂
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  392. Thank you! It definitely felt simple compared to so much of the Victorian construction I’m used to. I was kind of amazed that it was such a stand alone fitted garment once I was done. It felt like I needed to do something more for it. Eyelets come together quicker than you’d imagine once you get into the flow of things and find techniques that work. Katherine Sewing has a really great eyelets tutorial 😊
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  393. Thank you so much! Support is so important 🥰
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  394. Oooo that sounds like a perfect use!
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  395. Thanks Coco! I’ll definitely get around to fishing them out at some point. I wonder if I’ll find any other treasures 😄
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  396. During the experiment, it would sit on top of the fabric for a little while and then get absorbed. But it didn’t feel particularly damp or uncomfortable.
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  397. That sounds so delicious! I used to often eat it with rye bread and butter. Now I’m craving it just with this conversation! 😂
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  398. Thanks so much for being a part of this Adelaide! 🥰
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  399. Oh yeah absolutely! They are just my normal clothes so I wear them everywhere, regardless of the circumstance. The only time I don't wear corsets/stays though is if I have a doctor's appointment or something similar where I will have to be examined, as it can sometimes get a bit complicated to undress and dress if a nurse is waiting for you, etc.
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  400. Thank you so much Bee Ticket! 😊 I really appreciate you saying all of this. You might be surprised how much patience you'll find in yourself with hand sewing! I think people are more patient than they believe, but just need a fun hobby or skill to really bring it out.
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  401. This scenario actually did happen though. And I don’t drink often so it was a strange feeling going in and asking for the strongest vodka haha. If they had the money, most Victorians (middle and upper class) would have had staff that cleaned their clothes for them. Poorer classes typically owned fewer clothes. Since machines weren’t invented too, the cleaning process was far more laborious. We have it easy now when it comes to clothes cleaning!
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  402. It was such a lucky find!!
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  403. That’s a very interesting perspective and makes perfect sense! Not everyone that works in costuming would be interested in learning about historical fashion, so it’d make sense that the instinct would just be to tightlace actors in.
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  404. Yay! Thanks :)
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  405. That's great to know Kass! Just goes to show then that the ones that were floating around on the internet before are even more taken out of context.
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  406. If you'd like to purchase my very first historical sewing pattern for the low price of £4.00, here's a link: https://www.vbirchwood.com/shop/digital-patterns Additionally, all Patreon tiers get my pattern releases for free and well in advance. The lowest tier is just £3.00 per month, so if you'd like to get free patterns and access to a number of other behind-the-scenes perks, please consider joining: https://www.patreon.com/vbirchwood Thanks for your support and for watching 🥰
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  407. Thank you so much ❤️❤️❤️
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  408. Hahahaha ♥️
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  409. Hahaha it’s always nice when everyday items have a life-saving second purpose! 😄
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  410. Thanks so much for the sub! I’m sorry that your daughter has to constantly hear this narrative even though she knows firsthand how supportive corsetry can be. It’s a very frustrating thing! Also the amount of people who get attacked online for speaking about how corsetry has helped them, it’s really challenging. I’ve even had people come at me for talking about the comforts of corsetry and usually when I ask them if they’ve ever worn a corset themselves, their answer is no.
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  411. Here you go: https://blog.dol.gov/2022/03/22/a-brief-history-of-women-in-mining#:~:text=In%20the%20nineteenth%20century%2C%20women,part%2Dinterest%20in%20any%20claim.
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  412. Aww thank you so much! This is exactly the comment I was hoping to receive by making this video. I think that sometimes techniques can seem hard or overwhelming because they aren’t always taught very straight forward. People often need a solid foundation a clear steps to work from and then grow a skill from there. So clarity is always my priority with these tutorials!
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  413. Many more of these episodes of global places to come 😊
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  414. I could definitely see people of the past doing so! Maybe even unspun but washed wool. Thank you for watching! It’s amazing how many historical niches overlap.
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  415.  @loretta2539  thank you 😊💕
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  416. I think you’ve hit the nail on the head with this one. Now I’m also imagining stays with Spanx attached to the lower half 😂
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  417. It’s funny how on opposite ends of the spectrum the two options are also!
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  418. Thanks so much Kat! Wow that's quite an interesting story about the farthengale haha. I think too it's presumptive of that individual to assume disabilities are always visible, because some individuals have hidden disabilities perhaps and shouldn't have to justify using the accessible stalls anyways.
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  419. The body truly does incredible things when it's pregnant! It does incredible things anyways, but pregnancy is a prime example of its magical abilities. I'm glad this served as a welcome reminder! I didn't expect the video to have that effect 😊 I'm so sorry to hear though it was so hard for you to breathe whilst pregnant! 😔
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  420. You totally can still wear it! I certainty do. But it does come with its challenges like people making strange comments sometimes etc. I think historybounding is a lot more accessible for that reason because a lot of historically-inspired pieces can be thrifted and it garners a lot less public attention 😊
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  421. So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 Those two aspects definitely really fascinated me as well, and also made me feel deeply sad. I also don’t agree with the sentiment that morality is based off of how one dresses (or what they aren’t wearing) and it’s heartbreaking how pervasive that belief was and still is in many places. I would absolutely love to make some video interviewing experts on West African fashions or just African fashions in general. I even started looking into a video on South African fashion, but due to colonisation, sadly a lot of the resources have been lost (not to mention South Africa hasn’t been a country for over 500 years) which led me to look into tribal fashions like Zulu fashion, but sadly there is so little in the way of research being done there too. I’m going to keep digging and trying to find experts on African fashion though, as I don’t want the information to continue to get lost due to colonisation.
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  422. This is so fascinating to hear! Thanks for sharing your experience 😊
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  423. It really is so sweet and sentimental! 🥰
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  424.  @LiljaHusmo  hehehe thank you! They are surprisingly difficult to do when shaky hands are involved 😂
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  425. Hi Pati! Great timing then 😊 Definitely clothes tend to be thrown away a lot more now rather than mended, altered, etc. Historical clothes can be time consuming though to make and the materials and labour can sometimes be (understandably) expensive when buying them from other dressmakers, so I think that naturally makes one want to protect and take care of them as long as possible (at least that’s my experience but that could certainly be different for others). Airing out is a great trick as you say, but yes try the vodka and let me know how it goes! It’s a funny use for an alcoholic drink 😂 I had a feeling someone would ask the underwear question haha! I’m amazed that it was the first comment 😉 if I am wearing split crotch drawers (as are typical with later Victorian styles) I do not, but sometimes just for my own comfort or if it’s my moon cycle then I will, though I try to choose something more natural and breathable like simple linen or cotton. It really just depends on if I’m going anywhere that day along with what the rest of the outfit is. I think within the historical costuming community generally there’s a mix of those who do and don’t wear contemporary underpants, and that’s just solely up to the personal comfort of each individual, as both options are very manageable. At least with all of the skirts though, you don’t typically get cold on the bottom half of your body, as long as there are enough layers. Thanks so much for watching and for your comment 🥰
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  426. @Pull54545454 by society. Sometimes going against the grain can be a lonely journey, and I think that’s a big reason why many are afraid to move away from society’s expectations, because with doing so can sometimes come a lot of isolation. It has nothing to do with gender.
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  427. Oh I'm not wearing her nightgown, I would never! My antique clothing collection is just for study and preservation. The one I'm wearing in the video is one of my replicas (my nightgowns are all replicas as I don't generally wear antique garments). You can see the one I'm wearing is quite different, with pintucks at the front.
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  428. Oooo how fascinating! Thank you for sharing 😊
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  429. Thanks so much Maia! I completely agree with all the points you make. The analogy to shoes is especially apt also because leather shoes often take time to soften and get comfortable as well, just like with corsets.
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  430. @Jess all of mine are sadly yes. My entire monetisation has been cancelled (and for life) unless they accept a future appeal, they’ve already denied one. The only thing I can think it is is I had a video that was going to an indigenous charity which is apparently again YouTube’s rules but they didn’t tell me, make that known, and gave no warning. Google just suddenly cancelled my AdSense. It happened back in January and I’m still fighting to try and get it back. Thanks!!
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  431. Thank you!! 😄
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  432. Thank you! My grandma is Tatar actually (and she helped to raise me). She’s still alive but has dementia, so I believe she is proud of me for all the research 😊
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  433. I totally will! I was worried people would get tired if it became a series, but I’m glad everyone seems to be loving it (because I certainly love making them too) 😊
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  434. Thank you!! I really appreciate it :)
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  435. I can understand the curiosity, so I ask how would you define historical makeup? People wore makeup all throughout history. My eyebrows are my eyebrows (I rarely even pluck them) and I sometimes fill them in a little to darken them, which was also done by people historically, with burnt cloves, with usma (common amongst my Turkic ancestors), etc. Wearing makeup is inherently historical. It is a myth that people didn't wear makeup or care about cosmetics.
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  436. Thank you ❤
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  437. Thank you so much! Exciting things ahead ☺️
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  438. That's awesome! This sounds like a great weather-resistant option as well 😊
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  439. The Edwardian lingerie gown feels like such an ode to the late 18th-century Chemise a la Reine!
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  440. Thank you for sharing this lovely quote. Self compassion goes such a long way ♥️
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  441. Primarily English, but I’ve recently been experimenting with including some Tatar words into poems, mixing the two languages 😊
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  442. Thank you for your comment Audri! I agree that Mother Nature needs to be given far more credit than we do give her ♥️ we are all still a part of nature, after all. I’m sorry to hear as well that both you and your daughter suffer from endo, but I’m happy to hear that she was able to access medical care that could bring her some relief. Sending love!
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  443. AD This video was sponsored by June’s Journey. Download June’s Journey for free now: https://cherrypicktalent.cc/VBirchwoodJJ Thanks so much for watching! I hope you've enjoyed this fun format and I'll see you all in two weeks for another video 🥰
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  444. You're so welcome! Really happy you enjoyed the video! ☺️
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  445. Lol yes, people need to leave the monocle alone. In essence, it is a medical device because it's improving your vision. Same with how I have to wear spectacles for mine. So I'm glad that the "why" aspect resonated with you, and hopefully it can keep you going if people are being mean about your "round glassy friend."
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  446. This would make a lot of sense! I’m just about to learn sprang so it’s been on my brain a lot ☺️
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  447.  @Julia-uh4li  I’m sorry if I caused any hurt with my choice of words. I also think those individuals are brave, honourable, ahead of their time, compassionate, etc. I promise I’m out here just trying to do my best every single day. I also will make mistakes though and won’t be able to get everything right ❤️
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  448. That's so cool! Thanks for sharing this. I'll definitely have to check their podcast out.
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  449. Thank you! I would be very open to wearing the men's fashion, I just haven't researched it nearly as much, as so much of the 3 or 4 years has been spent focusing on the women's garments :)
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  450. 12-14 c. sounds just perfect for practicality. There is so much functionality to be found all throughout history definitely. Thank you so much for watching and for your comment! 😊
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  451. Thank you so much! It’s so important we all learn to radically love our human-ness ❤ I’m so glad you’re taking the time to appreciate yours.
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  452. I very much agree! It’s such a useful skill for everyone. Vintagebursche has a sewing patterns book on his website by the way 😊
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  454. Thank you so much for sharing your brilliant knowledge with us all Lilja! ❤️ I also hope this episode encourages people to dive even deeper into Scottish fashion history 🥰
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  455. I believe he has done some other collaborations here on YouTube where he is analysing the historical accuracy of historical K-dramas as part of larger historical movie review videos 😊
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  456. Yes great point ☺️ I eat tons of fermented and probiotic-rich foods though daily as I’m really into gut health (and have had to be because of health issues) so I actually hadn’t even thought of this on the day I did so, my body just instinctually only wanted skyr haha.
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  457. Awww this is the best compliment, thank you so much! 😊
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  458. Thank you so much Adrienne! I’m so sorry you’ve struggled your whole life with self acceptance. I just want to remind you that you are more than enough 💕
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  459. Thanks for watching! And so true. Water still is as precious but tends to get taken for granted a lot ♥️
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  460. Thanks so much! That’s the thing though. I think intrinsically a lot of us fear rejection, and going against what society deems is “acceptable” subconsciously can feel like rejection, until we’re able to take a step back and realise that there are so many ways to be a part of something beautiful without having to “fit in” 😊
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  461. It's a wonderful book! I'm so glad you're feeling safer in your body too 🥰 I'm so proud of everyone here as well, we are all so deserving of lives filled with love and joy (and to really feel safe in that joy) ❤️
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  462. Thank you for all these philosophical points Skirted Galleons! I agree with them all and they’re important things to remember for everyone, no matter where they’re at in their sewing journeys 😊
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  463. Thank you!! I tried so hard to make all the looks look properly modern and yet I feel like they still often turned out a bit vintage 😂
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  464. Hi Rafael! I hear what you’re saying, and thanks for the compliments. I said this a bit tongue in cheek because I often speak in my other videos about how our perception of history is often very skewed due to survivorship bias. For photographs, only the wealthiest individuals could have paid to get their photos taken. And they would have most likely worn their nicest garments. For paintings, the artist could have had full creative liberty and also again only the wealthiest could have afforded a painting and would have likely worn their nicest garments. For extants, only the garments worn the least would have survived the test of time, and therefore it either likely would have been the most expensive garments or the ones that were worn and set aside. This is part of why also a lot of extants are so small, because larger garments would have been worn to shreds. I didn’t mean that we don’t have any semblance of an idea of what people wore, rather that our understanding is extremely limited and biased and doesn’t have a very clear depiction of what the majority of everyday people wore, because the majority of people were not upper class individuals. It’s very rare to find depictions of working class people, whether that’s paintings, photos, or extant garments. Some does exist, but far more upper class individuals are depicted, and so that’s the issue.
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  465. This is super cool, thanks for the suggestion!
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  466. Thank you so much!! 🥰 and I greatly appreciate the long essay! Though of know of the Aesthetic and pre-Raphaelite periods, my recognition of their connection to Tolkien’s work felt more intuitive, but that’s amazing to hear there’s actually a legitimate connection in many different ways! I really appreciated reading everything you had to say as it was super fascinating 😊
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  467. I love this 😊 mended garments also have a very special feeling to them.
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  468.  @KateeAngel  hi! I’m a Tatar/Cossack but I find I relate a lot more to the Tatar side 🥰 definitely many ethnic groups in Russia have gone through horrific experiences, and many still are today too sadly
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  469. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey but she’s booked up until next year!
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  470. Ooooo how brilliant! Thanks so much for sharing this too Gabby!
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  471. Hi Coco! That’s so awesome to hear! I’m glad this method worked out so well for you! It’ll be cool to see how it impacts your hair also over time 😊
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  472. Hope you enjoyed it!!
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  473.  @baby.goblin  YouTube channels my size don't make nearly the type of money people think we do. I still live paycheck to paycheck, like many other people in this world. Running a production company alone is expensive and a ton of work, so I rarely take time off. I also don't have any job security. If I don't keep working, I don't make money. I don't have paid time off or sick leave. If I get sick, I don't make money. Some of my income also comes from work outside of YouTube. Being a YouTuber and wearing 50 hats constantly is not glamorous at all. I'm grateful my channel has grown and I keep on making content because it's what I'm passionate about, but it's just important to remember that everything looks perfect from far away.
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  474. Thank you so much! You and me both! I'm surprised it hasn't already honestly.
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  475. Hahaha, there are a lot of words in this one that almost sound like the F word! Especially his signature 😂 Thanks so much, glad you enjoyed the video! ♥️
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  476. Some people live very, very rurally and don’t have close access to charity shops, and perhaps can’t afford transport to get to their charity shops. Charity shops also aren’t super affordable in many parts of the world. The U.K. is very privileged to have great, cheap charity shops, but places I’ve been to in russia definitely don’t have these, and some areas are so rural that my family has lived in, that the nearest store is a 5 hour drive away. Charity shops also include many synthetic fibres, which will go to the landfill if not worn anyways, and wasting those synthetics would be a shame and also have an environmental impact. There are so many different scenarios. Every single human in the world does “foolish” things at times, and that’s part of being human. We always all have room for improvement, but my own approach is to offer solutions and suggestions as education and then people ultimately have to go and make their own choices and decisions, which is the beauty of freewill. Additionally, I think it’s important to acknowledge where everyone is at and that it’s a process, but nothing to feel ashamed of. We are all in our own place in life, and that’s okay.
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  477. It’s so true! Often it is the smaller celebrations of life that are the most impactful.
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  478. Definitely many similarities with Turkmen and other Central Asian garments! (and some East Asian as well). The clothing for the winter would indeed be very different. I've been to my grandmother's former village many times, and a couple times in winter, and it is incredibly cold and snowy. The garments in my research books for the winter wear, as well as working people's garments, are quite different. I just didn't go into them in this video (as I could not have possibly covered everything).
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  479. It's interesting because I've worn a girdle for about a week or so, and honestly I found it to be SO much more uncomfortable then a corset! lol. This is definitely extremely anecdotal and experiential, but it's something about the material on my skin. I just didn't like it one bit. The bones of the corset almost aid in comfort I think. I'm sure there are very comfortable girdles out there though, it just wasn't the one I wore haha. I also think the issue is often historical corsetry is confused with the "off the rack" modern corsetry worn on bare skin, which frankly can be extremely uncomfortable and poorly designed. There's excellent bespoke modern corsetry that I've heard to be very comfortable, but so much about historical corsetry is structurally very different from a lot of modern corsetry.
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  480. Thank you!! 🥰
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  481. I’ve been assessed for autism (when I got my ADHD assessment). I’m not. Please don’t diagnose people in comments, it really isn’t helpful and I have doctors for that 😊
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  482. Thank you Jae!! ❤️
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  483.  @sixstringedthing  thanks! Considering that so many are hearing impaired, it’s important everyone has the equal ability to easily watch these videos.
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  484. Aww this is so sweet! I'm so glad 🥰
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  485. Hahaha I have no idea honestly! I guess it just isn't super convenient for some people. But I think in some circumstances, it's more so the assumption of inconvenience rather than the fact. A muff is PERFECT for a climate like Sweden. You can also layer a pair of gloves under the muff, so it'll stay twice as warm, and if you sew or find a muff with a little loop inside, you can actually attach your gloves to the loop if you have loops on each glove too. Then you'll never have to worry about losing them again, as the muff will keep them close by 😊 Great idea to plan to make one for the next cold season! I honestly have no idea why I released this video as summer is nearing, but I just got way too excited about being a part of The Muffia I guess 😂 Thanks for your comment Maia!
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  486. Yes!! It’s one of those books where literally every line is full of so much wisdom, it’s hard to decide which ones resonate the most.
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  487. Oh god, not another business venture 😂🥲
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  488. It's so comfy and supportive!! Hope you enjoy the video ❤
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  489. Most definitely! Thanks for acknowledging this, it’s much appreciated 😊 I’m also trying to get more into making my ethnic minority dress (Tatars), but resources are slim so it’s been a bit of an uphill battle. I have plans at least and am doing a bit here and there for it
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  490. Yes!! And it's so saddening that unfortunately we are led to believe in our present world that we are "not the right body types" to wear x, y, z, when in reality clothes should be made to fit us, we shouldn't be making ourselves to fit clothes. I hope that conversations like these help those struggling with body image see that their bodies aren't an issue, the way society's narrative exists is.
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  491. Congrats on your cartridge pleated skirt! 🥰 a few of the first things I ever cartridge pleated, I didn’t add twill tape either and had a similar result as you feel. The twill tape helps so so much! You can also find checkered ribbon or tape too and then just follow the checks as the guides for where to sew. I just haven’t been able to locate any in the U.K.
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  492.  @livsterlove5681  for Enchanted Rose Costumes, if you turn the captions on their video, they’ve added commentary. It’s glorious 😊
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  493. Thank you for the acknowledgment of the flow and more technical things that you enjoyed with this interview! I think about pace and engagement so incredibly much, as I know how important it is to provide an audience with what they initially clicked for. Interviews are by far the most time-consuming style of video to edit on this channel because I end up having to condense almost 2 hours of footage into less than 25 minutes! So the entire time it's about remaining unattached to any of the information because all the fluff is going to get cut anyways (unless it's a cute dog, like in this video lol). It's a fun practice in only keeping the essentials, however. So I really appreciate you mentioning this all, as it feels good to have hard work more so "behind the scenes" recognised, as probably 95% of making videos is the post-production 😊
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  494. It's fun to switch it up sometimes! 😁
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  495.  @shutterchick79  Russian as I'm Tatar/Cossack 😊
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  496. Perhaps a dry oilskin would be more suitable? Some of them are specially designed to be on the "drier" side, and I don't believe they melt as much as a result. If you find a manufacturer you like as well, I'm sure they have some experience of how their fabric stands up to the heat and they'd be able to advise 😊
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  497. That’s the spirit!! I just lit a “fancy” beeswax candle last night too. We’re together in beeswax spirit ☺️
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  498. Secure your privacy with Surfshark! Enter coupon code BIRCHWOOD for an extra 3 months free at https://surfshark.deals/birchwood Thanks so much for watching! Which video game do you think I played the most when I was kid? 😄
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  499. Hahahaha that’s amazing! I basically display whatnots on there too 😂
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  500. Indeed :) I tried out biphasic sleep in my Victorian sleep video from a couple years ago, and liked it but it took some getting used to. That's why I just focused on getting the mattress comfortable for this video.
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  501. Thank you!! I regularly think about how I will never need to adjust the sizes of any of my Tatar clothing, and also long as the fabric will last (of course with some future mending) I’ll be able to wear the garments, because that’s exactly it — they’re designed for the natural changes of the body 😊 I also think these yshtan would be very suitable for periods, as the way they gather at the crotch isn’t too dissimilar from 18th century Georgian (British) menstrual aprons (I’ve recreated one before).
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  502. Thank you! I'm sure your research was very fascinating. After the video I got curious about it too so looked it up, and I had read about the rational dress movement prior to filming the video too, just forgot completely about that period in fashion history and didn't connect two and two when seeing the garment 😂
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  503. @Tiberius Arrrgh  thanks so much! ❤️
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  504.  @antoniobroccoliporto4774  it’s true, the list of what gets censored on this platform is quite extensive sadly. A lot of it has to do with things that are very much a part of life for many too.
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  505. Hahaha brilliant response 😊
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  506. Thank you for the birthday wishes! I definitely think it was far easier during the experiment to fall asleep because of no artificial light.
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  507. Thank you so much Jay C. for the very thoughtful message and information, I appreciate it! I'm actually Indigenous to the Ural region (I'm a Tatar) so I have a very deep respect for Indigenous practice and what Indigenous cultures and people can teach us all. Indigenous people have been nurturing, protecting, and responsibly sourcing from the land for centuries, and without them, we wouldn't have so much today. The reason I didn't mention the Indigenous creation of "oil skin" as you write of is because my main focus of this video was just to share about my experience with waxed or oiled fabrics like wool, cotton, linen rather than the even more traditional forms of "oil skin". I think as well, it was a topic I felt was far, far beyond my scope of knowledge, as the main area I've researched has been 18th and 19th century European fashion. My apologies if you feel in any way that I've disrespected Indigenous culture by doing so, not my intention at all, especially considering how much being Indigenous plays a part in my own life and identity and the way I like to approach the world too. Thanks so much for the beeswax trick as well! And I agree, linen is far superior over cotton, and the cloak I made in this video, in fact, is a linen/cotton blend as I try to always opt for linen over cotton if I can, especially in the case of helping to stay dry. Hot summers would be a nightmare without light weight wools and linen! Thanks for watching and see you in a couple weeks for the next video!
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  508. Thanks so much! This matters a TON to me also. I'm really glad that MyHeritage has this written into their privacy policy and that they're protecting people's sensitive info.
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  509.  @LixiaWinter  Lovely to hear!! Thanks for the feedback, I'll definitely be doing more "lifestyle" type videos in the future 😊
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  510. Thank you so much! And thanks for the feedback 😊 I’ll be sure to extend the photo length in future videos.
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  511. Thank you so much for sharing your story and experience! I’m so sorry that you’ve had to go through all these painful situations. I hope that you can continue to embrace clothing styles that bring you joy and fill up your cup 😊🙏🏻
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  512. Thank you! 😊 I appreciate you pointing out as well that I do all my own production!
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  513. Thank you very much Melissa! 😊 I think it'd be so much fun if people actually involved in historical fashion would be hired to style for the MET Gala anytime there's a remotely historical theme. Imagine all the creativity that could be at play!
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  514. They really are!
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  515. Hahaha thank you! I actually had to redo that sentence because the first time I said it, I starting laughing in a way that it threw everything else off 😂
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  516. Thank you for this important reminder and nuance! I have read something similar in Making Working Women's Costume by Elizabeth Friendship. My apologies for forgetting to include this in the video! There was already so much in my head haha.
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  517. I don’t believe you watched the entire video 😊 or if you did, I’m not sure you really heard what I was saying. wishing you the best.
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  518.  @alinanymus6830  I can’t eat the gluten in wheat specifically. I tolerate rye fine.
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  519. Glad you enjoyed! The medieval ASMR joke is very fitting with your channel name! 😂
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  520. Thank you so much!! I really appreciate your lovely comment 🥰
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  521.  @samualaddams705  in the description :)
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  522. Thanks for sharing your experience Katherine! And you make a very good point about how different eras support breasts differently. The part about Regency stays and boobies up to the chin made me giggle 😂 I, too, won't go back to a bra. The back support is so helpful, much as you seem to feel as well 😊
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  523. Sending you lots of love ❤
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  524. I'll have to try this honey suggestion, it sounds like fun 😊 I have heard of the mayonnaise technique actually as well! I can't recall where, but it does seem to really work for some, probably similar to how just raw egg works for some haha. Yeah, there's a lot of hypocrisy definitely in the mainstream assumption that the Victorians were foolish, etc. or didn't know anything, because even today we know so little. And oftentimes changes take a while on a systemic level because they have to go through so many different facets, that it's a time-consuming process. Also, some will choose money over safety, and this, in turn, creates challenges like asbestos being banned, and it still being used for another period of time, potentially harming numerous individuals. Only to find out later that it was due to profit gained, which is horribly tragic. Anyways, rant done. It always irks me when profit is chosen over people, for obvious reasons. I hope you enjoy trying out some natural beauty! Definitely smart to wait for your chickens to start laying. This is definitely the perfect type of shampoo if you're homesteading, especially if you have both chickens and an orchard 😉
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  525. Hahaha your clothes sound amazing! And they clearly bring you so much joy, which is what matters 💕 I’m so sorry about the slurs though. It’s definitely going to take some time for things to shift, but I hold hope that people can become more open minded and less judgemental.
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  526. Hi everyone! Thank you so much for watching my videos 😊
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  527. Did you learn anything new about corsets in this video? I want to know your thoughts!
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  528. How interesting! Do you think that explains the rise of brands like Laura Ashley and Gunne Sax potentially too?
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  529. Thanks so much for sharing your experience and insights! The experimental archaeology aspect is honestly so fun and deeply connecting. It makes you feel almost this chord tying you to the people who lived before us, and there’s something fulfilling about that
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  530. That's incredibly beautiful and meaningful I'm sure ❤️ Thanks for your comment 😊
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  531. Thank you for pointing this out! I changed the title now to “menstruation underwear” ☺️
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  532. I specifically used the term in order to also include intersex people, non binary people, and trans people who menstruate ☺️
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  533. Drafting your own patterns is a great way to go about things. I've actually been working on some blocks too, also following Bianca's tutorials, since it seems like a far more intuitive way to speed up the process in the future. The sleeve block is a brilliant idea, so thanks for that! It'll come in handy since you know how it is with historical, there's typically a recycling of similar sleeve shapes again and again throughout the different periods. And honestly, who cares if it isn't HA. Sometimes contemporary techniques are great for making historical sewing more sewist-friendly and that's totally okay! But tailors would've kept blocks of their clients to build off of anyways, so my assumption is this contemporary technique of blocking had to have originated from some historical idea. I also really like draping techniques, like the ones traditionally used by historical dressmakers, but they require a really accurate dress form usually. I have a bootstrap pattern ready to use, just have to find the time to prioritise the dress form construction over garment construction 😅 Thanks for your comment Katherine, this information will really come in handy for others reading the comments section!
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  534. I definitely don’t haha. It’s the main topic of my channel! ☺️
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  535.  @Alice-gr1kb  in my experience, yes, for my own garments if it’s a wool that’s okay to wash and only on a specific wool setting I haven’t had issues. Though this isn’t advice and I’m not responsible for any damages that might occur as I’m not a professional 😊
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  536. Exactly! It’s the same reason I like wearing a corset whilst singing too.
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  537. It’s wonderful to hear how many resources existed in the past. Both my grandmother and mother sew incredibly well and though I learned maybe a straight stitch on a machine, I never really went beyond that until I started sewing historical clothing. I think the biggest reason why young people aren’t learning to sew today, is because most schools don’t teach you. For instance, by the time I was in school, Home Ec was actually gone. Due to budget cuts, that was the very first thing to disappear, and all the other art programmes were next. I find this fact to be quite sad because I’d say offering children and teens art and creative practices is one of the very best things we can do for developing brains, and also to nurture their natural abilities. I really appreciate your comment 😊
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  538. Thank you for your comment Cathy! I have heard of the REDress project, though I did admittedly have to do some reading up on it again because I couldn’t quite remember a lot of the details, so thanks for the reminder. I’ll have to think about how this community might contribute to the project as perhaps something could be done.
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  539. Gender isn’t always that straight forward, so I was expressing to people what I identify as. It’s just about using more inclusive language.
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  540. Aww this is very kind, thank you!
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  541. I'd like to do a historical Volga Tatar food week, but the research is a lot harder to dig up so it is probably something for much further down the line. There are some similarities with Viking food like for instance the ayran (skyr with water) drink I made, as well as the lamb and red meat emphasis, but the foods are also quite different.
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  542.  @ericalarochelle3779  Thanks for letting me know Erica! I'll definitely be sure to include some more in the future.
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  543. Hahaha I'm glad my cheesy humour is appreciated! 😄
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  544. It's so true! I think as well accepting that we are each at our own pace in our respective journeys is a beautiful life lesson as well. Comparison can be tempting, but the process of two individuals simple isn't comparable, because it's just different (like apples and oranges). I'm glad to hear that you've discovered your own learning pace. Best of luck with your journey and congrats on your 1st anniversary! :)
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  545. I’ve known about these sacred spaces for a long time and have always loved learning about them as they just make so much sense. Being in community with others going through similar things has always been an innate human need. One of the articles I read in the “further reading” section talks about women gathering during menstruation as well.
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  546.  @thefolktalefox5960  Yes super fascinating! It is really interesting to think too how warped our contemporary perception of historical dress might actually be, since most of what we have is perfectly posed photographs and paintings where an artist had free reign to change whatever. Those mugshots are important glimpses into potential reality.
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  547. Go read it!! You'll LOVE it ❤
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  548. I have a platform where I can bring awareness to less spoken about topics. Menstrual conditions are notoriously not believed, not taken seriously, or not discussed. It is possible to hold joy for your own experience whilst also holding empathy and compassion for those who might be suffering from the same experience.
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  549. Thank you! I felt it was important that people see how accessible of a hobby it can be (perhaps for some it isn’t because of geographic location, as antiques are more expensive in some parts of the world, but at least for most of Europe and the US, it can be very affordable). It’s nice to be able to give these pieces a second life as well, instead of them just sitting in a box somewhere or getting lost. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  550. Thanks so much!! I'm glad to hear that you get very positive response on your Victorian circus performer attire hahaha 😊
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  551. Thank you so much!! ♥️
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  552. Such a fascinating topic! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  553. My pleasure! Thanks for watching and for your comment. And you SHOULD be proud of your stitching! It's amazing to make a garment by hand regardless, there needn't be extra pressure to make all stitches perfect. Extant garments themselves are so incredibly imperfect, especially on the inside!
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  554. So glad you enjoyed the video! Definitely many more videos on Asia to come. I’m Central Asian myself, so I have a real fascination with the clothing of the area too 😊
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  555. I’m so sorry you often feel left out 😔 I hope you feel included as much as possible on my channel. I’ve been trying to collaborate however much I can with many different people, and have more diverse collaborations upcoming, for this exact purpose. So that more people can feel seen and heard not only historically but presently as well 😊
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  556. Thank you! 🥰 I’ve learned to really love my name as I’ve gotten older, but most people still can’t pronounce it 😅
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  557. Hahaha this is brilliant!
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  558. That could definitely be the case! If that were too, then I suppose the buttons would then turn from false to functional! 😊
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  559. Well, this video came at the perfect time. Kind of ominous actually. Thanks Nicole, as always!
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  560. Thank you!! 🥰 so glad you enjoyed the video! It’s definitely very convenient and I feel very grateful to have either hand as an option.
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  561. I chose to just put raw egg as I didn’t have the time nor resources to distill. I used just raw egg as an alternative to the suggested recipe 😊 glad it gave you a laugh though!
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  562. Oh absolutely lots of people look for a mix of the two! 🥰 historical anachronism is really fun to play around with.
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  563. I’m so sorry Ashley! I hope that you’re able to get some more answers in the future ❤️
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  564. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective Beck!
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  565. This is such a lovely comment, thank you! 💕
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  566. I’ve already got something along this line planned 😉😁
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  567. Yes exactly what Ragnhild said. Generally too, they’re very forgiving, so if you need a bit more along a waist, you just loosen up the pleats a bit and they still look very full 😊
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  568. Thank you ☺️☺️☺️
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  569. Сәлам! This is so beautiful to hear! I’ve also been going through a big process of deepening my relationship with being Tatar, and what that means more in a historical context. If you want to talk about it at all, send me a DM on Instagram!
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  570. Thanks for watching! I agree, Nicole does a great job at featuring menswear now and then. In general though, I hope there starts to be more individuals that identify as male here on the internet who also happen to wear historical fashion 😊
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  571. This sounds like a super cool stitch! 🥰
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  572. Thank you! So glad you love the series 🙂
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  573. Absolutely! They create the effect of cinching in the waist a little bit just due to being so form fitting, I know exactly what you mean 😊
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  574. LOL 😂 I hope your back is okay!
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  575. Thank you!! I'm not planning any lookbooks, but I am planning to shoot an "everything I've sewn this year" video in August 2021 to mark 1 year of sewing historical clothes 😊 I find that with garments often video format is better as it shows the different dimensions of the fabric, etc. instead of just still photos.
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  576. Talking openly about a regular occurrence for about 50% of the world will never be TMI. Bodies and body functions that so many humans experience don’t need to be suppressed or censored. Shame thrives in secrecy.
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  577. Awww thank you so much!
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  578. omg I can totally see that! I never made that connection, so thank you 😊
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  579. I'd say that older garments are well suited for beginners, like ancient Greek clothing, or even the 1490s Italian shift I made here. Additionally, later historical undergarments like shifts and chemises can be beginner-friendly. I am currently working on a course, which I'll be releasing probably towards the end of the year which includes more in-depth answers to these questions :)
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  580. Definitely they can be a luxury, especially when synthetics can be far more affordable and not to mention accessible. I’m glad synthetics exist so that people of all incomes can enjoy crafts like sewing and make things for themselves. They definitely have their place in the world as well. This is part of why I love deadstock so much though. So many natural fibre options for very cheap, and so if you have a skin sensitivity or some other reason why you can’t work with synthetics, it doesn’t end up having to cost an arm and a leg just to make your own clothing. Those muslin pants sound really lovely and airy!
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  581. Hahahaha thank you!! If this was Reddit, I would give you an award for your comment. The end bit really made me laugh 😂
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  582. How cool! My family is from Bashkiri 🥰
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  583. I believe Kass does mention multiple times throughout the video that this specifically applies to people of wealth, as she explains how working women still had to work and there was a massive class divide. And yes, the “perfect lady” isn’t a real thing, but certainly the Victorians had their own ideals about what a women was expected to be like, and plenty of women’s guides etc show us this. Even today, in many places women are expected to be a certain way. Additionally, it would be far too difficult to fit every single possible nuance into this relatively short video. It’s just a general overview of concepts around 500 years of maternity clothing.
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  584.  @patim7902  HAHAHAHA I mean that’s a pretty accurate translation though, as the whole reason the slit exists is so that one can pee easily 😂
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  585. Thank you! She’s been on the channel before actually. She presented the episode on “500 Years of Scottish Fashion.”
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  586. Thanks Sandy! Regarding a thimble and embroidery, I find that antique thimbles fit a lot better for smaller finger tips (mine are quite small so I never found modern metal thimbles fit well). You can find antique ones sometimes for good prices on eBay. Depending on the type of embroidery too, I don't always use a thimble, in particular if the fabric is very light or gauzy like the one I was using because I want to have a bit more control over my needle and I find with how light the fabric is, the needle doesn't hurt my hands. Leather thimbles also seem to work pretty well and can be a bit more "custom size" as they tend to mould more to your own finger tip shape.
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  587.  @katherinemorelle7115  This is all so interesting to hear, Neartmhor. And yes, I can imagine with the plastic being so heat-trapping, that must have been really uncomfortable. Wonderful that there's a historical solution for you now that is more comfortable. I get a lot of back pain as well as it's gone after wearing corsets for a couple of years (and even my chiropractor has noticed an improvement). Maybe people in history were really on to something 😊
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  588. Thank you so much! Just hand sewing is definitely underrepresented here on YouTube, but I assure you it’s completely possible to make entire sturdy wardrobes only with hand stitching (mine as an example 😊) and in fact, I’d say the garments I make are far more durable than most of the machine stitched garments I’ve felt!
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  589. It was definitely a fun movie, and I really enjoyed the costumes as well! 😊
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  590. Thank you so much Sarah! I had this idea in mind for weeks for the reveal, so I knew it had to be done. It seriously took so long to film everything though for the reveal (probably about 6 hours) but it was worth it I think! xx
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  591. Thank you!! I get that it can feel scary. I think one of the best ways to meet people in the community is social media actually lol. Find people especially who might be in your country or in your part of the world. Also look in adjacent “subcultures” like people who love cottagecore, historybounding, cosplay, etc. Meeting people at events in your area is also a nice way.
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  592. I really like Outlander as a show, but yeah it definitely isn’t known for its historical accuracy 😅
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  593.  @SeektheHistoric  thanks so much Laura! ❤️
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  594. Pretty cool right?! In this case they’re leg of mutton sleeves, and they just follow the usual silhouette of the mid-1890s. They appear in knitwear I think because it was a fashionable shape during that period.
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  595. Thank you so much! 🥰 I totally agree. Historical styles that take inspiration from even older historical styles are so much fun haha
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  596. Thank you so much Starlight Saffire for your very kind words 😊 In the beginning I'm wearing a sort of 1890s-inspired jacket, but it is historybounding and definitely not historically accurate, and then underneath I am wearing a chemisette and a silk blouse. You definitely aren't alone with that desire and intention, and I guarantee there are others out there like this as well! My plan is to film a wardrobe tour closer to the end of the year!
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  597. Hahaha I love it!
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  598. It's so much work! I'm sorry you experience the weight of it too.
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  599. Thank you so much Lilja! My optometrist was so accomodating with the glasses, I was shocked. But it's great to know that no matter what crazy glasses I find on the internet, they could actually become wearable 😂
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  600. I’d highly recommend looking into a sewing bird and some other assistive tools that might be able to offer support! Also sewing machines could hopefully make sewing quite a bit more accessible too 😊
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  601. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1 month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood03231 Thanks so much for watching and I hope you enjoyed learning how to do these three historical hairstyles 😊
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  602. I wasn’t crapping on communism, merely saying things were difficult for my grandmother, which is true. That’s even now. Her experience is hers and a collective experience is supremely different. Если вы хотите, мы можем по-русски. Not everything was good for everyone during those times, including sometimes not for ethnic minorities and indigenous folks, which she is. Thanks for the identification.
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  603. Yes!! As I was digging into the game, I was so impressed with how much attention to detail they put into making sure some of these aspects were as accurate as possible. So cool.
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  604. Thank you! Politics are sometimes an important part of the discussion. This channel is about my experience of wearing historical fashion daily and what goes along with it. That means educational resources about all sorts, the good and bad parts of history. I’m autochthonous Indigenous to Tatarstan and an ethnic minority (Tatar/Cossack), so sometimes that plays a role in my experience of historical fashion, and I’m very openly historical style and not historical values. The reality of historical fashion is that it can be political because it is a direct representation of how people used to live, and the world has always been political to some extent because injustices do occur.
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  605. It was more so the lichen that she implies is expensive, since many turned towards lichen for the red from my understanding. I just updated the pinned comment with a statement from Laura for further clarification.
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  606. Thanks so much Katherine! It really is such a satisfying colour combination for some reason. I think it has to do with it mimicking colours of nature so perfectly, like that house plant I’m holding in the end. Colour combinations in nature are often in such harmony, regardless if they’re bold, and somehow the shades have similar undertones to one another I think! I appreciate the festive well wishes very much. I hope you have a wonderful holiday season xx
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  607. Hi DesertRose! Thanks for your comment. I answered the age question in the description box, but I'll just summarise here. Typically 18+ is recommended for corsetry, as I think there just isn't enough research on how it impacts the bodies of minors, since the body grows and develops even into our 20s. Because of that I've always just read 18+ is best, though I'd ask her doctor perhaps to see what they say. (Since I'm not a doctor, only saying this for legality reasons, because you KNOW I'm not a doctor 😂). As for the busk alternative, you could do a combination of front, back, or both lacing, along with button or fastening closures, which you see on some later 19th century "health corsets". If you Google Victorian health corsets you should see examples of this style. Those ones are super convenient but I don't think you have as much control with them as you would with a busk and lacing. Though, I don't have a ton of experience with health corsets. That's super cool that it helped with your cramps! I have a similar thing, I don't notice my cramps until the corset comes off often 😂Perhaps this is our secret remedy to menstrual pain haha.
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  608. Thank you so much!!
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  609. So cool about the historical breeches and trousers also being super accommodating for body fluctuations! And thanks so much for sharing your story Vincent! ☺️
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  610. The first 1,000 people to use the link will get a 1-month free trial of Skillshare: https://skl.sh/vbirchwood02231 Thank you so much to Skillshare for sponsoring this video! What was your favourite piece in the video?
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  611. That’s wonderful! I think a series doesn’t always have to have accurate costumes to be enjoyable, and I think this example just goes to show 😊
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  612. You make a very good point! I’m sure many of the costume departments as well would like to give their actors better fitting custom corsets but just aren’t given the budgets or time to do so by production companies. Crews in film and television are notoriously treated poorly even though they work long, hard days.
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  613. I did a little practice run the day prior, so I at least improved upon that! Definitely won't be falling, I do wear these clothes every day after all. It's possible to even do labour and sports in these clothes, they're actually extremely comfortable and more pliable than they look.
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  614. I love the colour blue too! (and it's associated words). On another note, "cyan" should really be a part of everyday vernacular considering it's a primary colour haha.
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  615. Awww thank you so so much! Honestly, your comment is so beautiful it made me cry too 🥺
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  616. Thanks so much! I definitely appreciate the artistic and aesthetic dress movements a lot. I loved making the Grape Gown for instance, which was in that style 🥰
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  617. Hahaha I love all of this! Wrinkles can be beautiful honestly, and it shows how “normal” clothes don’t need to be perfect and wrinkle-free. Thanks so much for watching and I’m glad you enjoyed the collab 🥰
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  618. It’s hard to imagine a world honestly where everything smelled of cigarettes! Being in Russia as a kid I remember it kind of being like this too as people could smoke in smoking sections of restaurants at least (only separated by a velvet curtain usually lol), but still some places were off limits. As someone quite sensitive to the smell of cigarettes now, I can only imagine how difficult it must have been for those who couldn’t tolerate secondhand smoke. They must’ve felt like they had nowhere to go.
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  619. Hi Cadi, as I mentioned to the other person below, I fully believe miscarriage is something that needs to be discussed openly, as it is a common thing that happens to many tragically. It is, however, a word that YouTube demonetises and therefore I had to censor, otherwise the video would not get promoted or recommended to people, and the information would then get missed by many. I had to make the decision to censor the word, even though I never would want to, because of YouTube’s often unfair censorship rules. Please think and consider “why” I may have had to do this before reacting to it. I have the opposite of a Victorian attitude, and just because it is the clothing I wear, doesn’t mean it is my belief. Additionally, if you plan to post anymore rude comments like these, kindly unsubscribe to this channel. Thanks.
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  620. I’m happy to answer these questions as I think menstruation is a very natural thing that should be talked about. I have made a series of 18th century style period aprons, they are heavily gathered diaper weave linen and attach to ties and go under everything, and I also use a modern day menstrual cup, so my wardrobe doesn’t change at all.
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  621. It’s great you’ve been on the hunt for a good base! 18th c. can definitely be a little bit trickier, so also keep your eyes out for heeled mules. There’s a type of them that were worn a lot in the Georgian period and I’ve occasionally seen some modern versions that are similar and could be transformed with a lick of leather paint or dye 😊
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  622. I feel like western society has just lost touch with utilising clothing as a valuable tool, that also gets to be pretty and artistic at the same time. It honestly sounds like the best of all worlds, I’m not sure where these concepts of choosing fibres, layers, etc specifically for an occasion or weather condition got lost, because I feel like they’d solve a lot of our issues today regarding clothing and environmental impact. Should we blame capitalism? Lol 😂
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  623. I’m actually deeply against forcing conservative and modest clothing onto others. I believe in choice. I support my friends who choose not to dress modestly and vice versa. What I’m actually inherently advocating for, if you truly listen to what I’m saying or what I constantly talk about, is the freedom to choose and for people to be able to express themselves creatively. I’m deeply progressive in my beliefs.
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  624. Hi Cadi. I am not a traditionalist so I don't mind using more contemporary methods to do things like clothes washing, especially when they are done mindfully or purposefully. For example, I don't like to wash my clothes with just soap bars or liquid, as I am far more comfortable using sustainable products (even soap nuts for instance). Thanks for the heads up about Ecover. I guess they were bought up by a company that is bigger and does do animal testing, but Ecover itself doesn't. Luckily, I only use a couple of products of theirs, and the rest is from smaller, local brands. While I understand the ethical and sustainability concerns regarding the wearing of synthetics, I don't like to call anyone a "fool" because the reality is, a lot of us are just doing our very best, and many things have different sides to the coin. Many people, as well, cannot afford clothing made from natural fibres, in particular those who are living in poverty. That doesn't necessarily mean though that someone isn't taking care of their clothes. Where I take issue with synthetics is when someone does definitely have the finances to choose more ethical clothing, and instead, they go on thousand dollar fast-fashion shopping sprees. I try to take a compassionate approach with this all because you never know someone's story or their background. It's just about bringing more awareness to these issues and doing the very best we can with the resources and information we have (in my opinion). Thank you for your comment!
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  625. I have a wool setting on my machine so I usually wash wool on that and a low temperature setting with a specialised natural wool detergent. I’ve never had any problems but I cannot be responsible for any damage caused to the wool garments of others 😂
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  626. My pleasure! Pleats 100% don’t need to be perfect 😊
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  627.  @Diniecita  Yeah it can be tricky! I say wear layers. So have a blouse, and then perhaps a waistcoat and a jacket too. With 30s and 40s they wore a lot of knits, so having one handy helps. Also choosing the right materials that’ll be temperature controlled. I find having your base layer be made of linen extremely helpful and then having natural fibres on top as they breathe much better.
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  628. Thank you! I’m a feminist myself but truly believe that what’s feminist is allowing all women to wear what they want to and trusting in the intellect of females all throughout history. Much like today, I’m sure historically some women liked the corset and some didn’t, and I’m grateful today that we have the choice, albeit with some demonisation to deal with. We’ll work on that! Lol
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  629. Thank you for letting me know! So even all the online pronunciation guides were incorrect too 😅
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  630. Thank you! I love Jimmy's channel, he's an awesome person too :)
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  631. Thank you so much Marina! I wish you well on your sewing endeavours, you can do it! 😊
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  632. Thank you so much! I think I initially didn't really know whether I wanted the collar standing or fold over, but it didn't quite work as a fold over collar so I left it standing 😂I thought about adding a layer of horsehair canvas but once the thought entered my mind, I was already attaching cartridge pleats so it was a bit too late. Perhaps I'll perform some surgery and open up the top of the collar to add a layer of canvas! Or maybe just even more boning channels and some millinery wire.
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  633. Thanks Gabby for the helpful tip!
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  634.  @ThistleandInkwell  You've got this! It takes quite some time to build up a historical wardrobe, so take your time too and be patient with yourself 😊
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  635. Thanks so much! It’s definitely not just you. I think it’s a narrative that makes clickable headlines for news websites, like the ones I reference in the video. So I think that’s why the pains of corsetry seems to get the most attention in our modern world. I’m so sorry to hear about the pain you experience! One thing that might be nice to know is that the reform dress movement was really big during the 1890s and so there are a number of garments you could wear without a corset, like wrappers and tea gowns. So don’t give up on historybounding from that era if you like some of the styles!
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  636. I agree! Which is why I say that corsets certainly wouldn’t suit everyone and that I don’t doubt the actors truly experienced discomfort and that I don’t believe it is their faults but rather a bigger issue in the entertainment industry of cutting corners with cast and crew well-being.
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  637. @adem6371 Thank you!! Going to have to try a method more along this route for the next one :)
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  638. It certainly depends on the industry. In the service industry for instance, which is what I worked most of my teens and early 20s, anything out of the ordinary (even coloured hair) would not be allowed. Also in many office and corporate jobs, anything deemed “distracting” is often not allowed.
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  639. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  640. Thank you! :) Hair care-wise, what I personally do is 4 eggs whisked every 2-3 weeks, massage in and then rinse with tepid water (so the egg doesn't start to solidify in my hair lol), and then weekly I will rinse with some rhassoul clay mixed with water. I massage my scalp when the clay has saturated my hair. The technique I learned from the channel "Katherine Sewing." I then rinse with a diluted apple cider vinegar and water mixture. I did the yoghurt washing for this video, but I wouldn't do it again personally, as it felt way too heavy for the porosity of my hair (I have low porosity hair). I also couldn't get past the constant butter smell 😂
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  641. Hahahaha yes it definitely does pay off 😂That's great to hear though that they all just accept it!
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  642.  @eyesofthegoddess2967  the company Merchant and Mills makes super high quality oilskin and they have a number of stockists in Canada. If you Google their name and then “Canada stockists” it’ll pop up a list. Check for the “F” icon which signifies that the location stocks their fabric. I’m sure some of the stockists also ship around Canada. Hopefully that helps! They often sometimes have deals too on deadstock oilskin which makes it cheaper.
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  643. Woohoo!
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  644.  @UNknown-sd3ki  dentistry back then must have been a horrific experience honestly. It’s not even fun for people now lol. To each their own of course with alcohol and I totally understand why some people enjoy it, but there’s definitely a lot of pressure in many places to drink just to drink. Unlike you, I enjoy the taste of certain alcohols, I just find that it greatly impacts my mental health so I don’t consume it often. And thanks so much! I’m very excited.
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  645. Hi Nicole! That’s so much for mentioning khakishibu! I’ll have to look deeper into it 😊
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  646. Thanks so much for sharing your story! 🥰
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  647. I’m so sorry that happened to you! I don’t think though that person’s response should be the baseline response, rather that person likely has some stuff they’re going through and decided to unfortunately take it out on you. I hope though you keep wearing what you make and what you want to and don’t let that individual’s words stop you from doing so 💕
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  648. Hahaha I’m happy to hear you have a similar experience too and I’m not alone! 😂 Yeah, I can see how that could be a really uncomfortable sensation on your period. My guess is that some people feel the pressure is nice (like me) and then some are on the side of it sounding horrible (like you). Now I want some scientists to take a poll and give some stats for this haha.
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  649. Thank you! I was so terrified because it's been years since I've applied black eyeliner 😂
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  650.  @SimpleDesertRose  yeah I definitely agree! They're extremely convenient and freeing in different ways.
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  651. Ah that’s awesome, you have a wonderful system 😊
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  652. Thank you so much! Most of my antiques, as well, are £20 or less, as I have a careful budget too 😊
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  653. Thank you so much Ragnhild! 😊 I’m extremely excited for the shawl as it’ll definitely come in handy!
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  654. Oh you’re definitely not alone at all! I think that’s the beauty of historical clothes is you can get so creative with it sometimes. Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  655. Thank you so much DesertRose! Well remembered, as I featured the cameo brooch briefly in a video probably a year ago 😅 see you in three weeks! 🥰
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  656. Thank you so much 😊
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  657. Agreed 100%! The crew face these same issues and it sucks to see studio profit continuously placed above human rights.
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  658. It’s definitely great for a rain coat absolutely! There is some oilskin I’ve seen out there too that has a base fabric of wool, which I can imagine would be ideal for wetter and colder conditions, as it’d offer that additional level of warmth too
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  659.  @LiljaHusmo  Oh no!! There is so much advice being thrown at you often times too when you're younger about how to manage hair/skin, it's overwhelming! hahaha. I'm glad though you've managed to find something that works for you now.
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  660. Hahaha thank you! The key to trusting the cartridge pleat process is just a very, very strong waxed silk thread. Otherwise something might pop 🙃
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  661. It wouldn't be cost reasonable. If an average garment takes me 20-30 hours to hand sew, and due to the cost of living I'd need to be making at least 35EUR an hour to cover my basic expenses. That's a garment in a price range that most people cannot afford or wouldn't be willing to pay for, understandably, as the economy is tough right now and most people don't have that type of extra money to spend on clothing (around 700-1000EUR for one garment), and that doesn't even include material costs. This is part of why seeing the prices of clothing in many retail stores makes me incredibly sad, because I just know that the dressmaker or garment worker was not paid fairly for their incredible craft and skill.
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  662.  @Becky_Theroux_Gockel  I’m sorry to hear that. That must have been a very frustrating situation at the time. I think Home Ec needs to make a comeback and practical skills in general should be taught at schools.
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  663. It’s because YouTube tends to demonetise these words. I don’t believe words like these should be censored but a lot of content creators have no choice if they want their content to be distributed 🙃 Trust me, I’m all for speaking openly about that which is taboo, traumatic, etc. (if all parties in the conversation are okay with it). As someone that struggles with their mental health, I’m a big mental health advocate for instance. But when you put content on another platform, you have to play by the platform’s rules.
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  664.  @livinginthenow  the AI unfortunately picks up even on on-screen text sometimes. I wish it wasn’t like this truly. This was also the first year of my channel where I played it extra, extra careful because I just don’t want my 30+ hours of work to go to waste because of algorithms and an unjust system.
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  665. Yes to both of those! I had totally forgotten about the extensive existence of pockets lol 😂
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  666. @Donna Shelley  a great play on words. Generally the AI reviews content and determines whether or not it’s sensitive content or not, and reacts accordingly. I err on the side of caution always because I don’t want people missing out on information and have seen this word flagged up on censored lists on various forums.
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  667. They're silver spoons that were gifted as a wedding gift to the couple, generally with the initials carved in. It would serve as a treasured and thoughtful gift and also had tangible value being silver.
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  668. Thank you! I improvised it 😁 I put my hair up in a bun and secured that with hair pins, then I took a long strip of linen cloth and wrapped it around my head, tying it into a knot at the nape of my neck. I took the ends of the fabric and sort of wrapped them around my head using the bun as a guide, and secured the ends with dress pins all over the wrap. Hope that makes sense!
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  669. Ah such lovely timing! I'm glad it will be helpful. Are you planning to make an under petticoat or an outer petticoat? If outer, I would recommend having two side slits, using two metres (one metre for the front panel and one metre for the back) and I also recommend then having two sets of ties (where they can be tied front to back and then back to front). I also recommend you make it longer (if historical accuracy is what you're going for). The shorter length demonstrated in this tutorial can also be used though for a cute history bounding outer petticoat, but it wouldn't be made as an outer garment historically at such a short length. If your plan is to make an undergarment or under petticoat, then follow this tutorial exactly as is :)
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  670. It was my pleasure Kimm! I agree, Agnes is such a talented individual and hearing her wisdom was really such a beautiful and enlightening experience. I'm so grateful she agreed to share her story and vulnerable experiences with everyone on this channel ❤️
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  671. Sadly these types of events have occurred all over the world and throughout so many different communities. It's horribly tragic.
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  672. Thank you!! Tudor is definitely in the plans 😊
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  673. Yay that’s amazing! Thank you for the feedback. I spend a lot of time levelling out audio levels, and coming back to the edit multiple times to make sure it’s “just right” as I know how much it can impact viewer experience, so this comment means a lot to me 😊
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  674. Thank you Sara! This feels like so long ago now, it’s always funny looking back on older content, even if it really only was less than a year ago 😊
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  675. There are some books and also an online website that teaches Tatar (but in the Russian language so one must know Russian first and I do know Russian). There are also sometimes tutors on online websites, but again they usually instruct the lessons in Russian. The resources are definitely limited and I’m not sure any exist that are taught in English.
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  676. Working class clothing would definitely be a great place to start. I really love the book “Making Working Women’s Costume” by Elizabeth Friendship. She covers a bunch of centuries but towards the end offers some examples of the first half of the 20th century. I don’t know enough about 20th century historical fashion unfortunately to be able to recommend a working class clothing book for those decades specifically, but I think Friendship’s book would be a great place to start.
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  677. I can’t take credit for the title as my best friend came up with it 🥰 hope you enjoy the video!! I’m planning to put together a longer video in the future on my research (but it’ll probably be much further down the line as there’s a lot to unpack)
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  678. You could always have your husband give it a try and see! Draping can be surprisingly intuitive sometimes. I think it’s often getting started with it which is the scariest part!
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  679. I think that's a wonderful idea Sarah! It always perplexes me a little why this stitch stopped being used as much (or at least so it seems) by Victorian times. Perhaps due to the mass switchover to machine sewing, but still, I'd say this one stitch may actually be far faster than machine stitching the inner seams, and then hand finishing, just as you say.
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  680. Thanks so much for watching! Gosh, that sounds so absolutely infantilising, how awful that was the acceptable maternity fashion in the 1980s and 90s. I’m really grateful there are so many more maternity fashion options now, even if that means wearing more historical styles from a couple hundred years ago and altering them into a more modern lens.
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  681. I was hoping someone caught this 🤣 my background is in poetry/songwriting so I always try to sneak “lyrics” into scripts whenever I can lol
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  682. Thank you very much 😊
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  683. Lol it’s true. Judgement, no matter what you do, is inevitable.
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  684. Thanks for sharing your own personal experience and story! I have looked into deficiencies quite extensively with testing, as well as many different food sensitivities (I have quite a few actually, mainly just things in processed foods so they don't impact my weekly food challenges, hence why I don't even mention them in those videos. I've had them my entire life). I also am working with a fabulous holistic doctor who takes into account all of these possibilities. In my case, my chronic health issues are most likely due to actually being much better mentally because of my c-PTSD treatment. c-PTSD impacts the body somatically in many ways. I've found as I've been dissociated less, I've had an uptick in other chronic health issues due to being more present in my body. Things are coming up to be released (and this is what more than one of the professionals working with me believes as well). It still sucks, but a big part of it for me is just continuing forwards with my treatments and I feel I am on a very good path, it just takes time to heal. I also had some things going on with my tests, but that's all been resolved now through working with my holistic doctor. Not medical advice, but just my personal experience. I'm fortunate that I grew up around organic gardening and people practicing permaculture, so I've been very food aware since I was a child and eat a really nutrient-diverse diet :)
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  685. It really is so fun! Long high waisted skirts are the best 😊
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  686. Yes indeed! I love Nicole’s channel ☺️
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  687. Thank you!! 💕 It really is so hilarious, especially because once you know about it, you start seeing it everywhere hahaha. I'm really glad you liked the video 😊
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  688. Thank you! I was hoping it could create that vibe for people, so I'm glad it succeeded (for you) 😊
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  689. Thank you so much!! It makes me really happy to see other people interested in learning about us Turkic people ☺️
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  690. I'm a proud attender of therapy, and I believe therapy is beneficial to all people. Have a nice day 😊
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  691. Thank you for sharing your experience Moxie! Vintage clothes and not vintage values is definitely super important and it’s vital I think to understand and reflect on the historical context of a garment, because so many of them are tied in with tragic historical occurrences like enslavement, colonialism, oppression, unjust class divisions, and more. My ancestors are colonised ethnic minorities (Tatars) and I find sometimes wearing more of the “upper class” and heavily western-centric garments is a healing way to take back the styles of my ancestors’ oppressors historically.
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  692. Ahhh that’s so rough! I hope it gets a bit easier soon. Being a night owl in our world can be so challenging to navigate 😭
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  693. In hunter-gatherer societies, some research shows us that it was/is not uncommon for menstruating people to not do their usual work when menstruating (the article below about the Hadza says about 60%). Also common for there to be secluded menstruating areas where anyone menstruating could gather (article 1 below). We cannot look at the past or cultures that are not our own from a western lens. I understand the aspect of attracting predators, but if the usual work amount isn’t being done as much and there are instead designated areas for menstruation, it wouldn’t be that far fetched for free bleeding, in fact it may also make sense due to the fact that frequent pregnancy is more common historically as well as in hunter-gatherer societies, so menstruation would be far less frequent. Sitting above cloths or towels is also still free bleeding, so this may be possible within the designated menstruation areas. Here are a few articles that may be of interest to you: https://www.theguardian.com/society/2017/feb/11/if-the-body-isnt-sacred-nothing-is-why-menstrual-taboos-matter https://www.healthline.com/health/free-bleeding https://doi.org/10.17863/CAM.22238
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  694. Best of luck on your journey discovering the garments of your ancestors! It’s a worthwhile one 😊
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  695. Oh no don't worry, this isn't too personal 😊 You can't exactly get into a super lazy lump as you describe, but your body will relax the same. As in, physically you might not be slouchy, but your body is still resting and it is possible to be comfortable. Also jumps are great for this too, or even a corded corset, as you can still wear them out and they do provide support, but they are even easier to lounge around in. Hopefully this makes sense! haha
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  696. Thank you!! 😊 I have coarse, thick, wavy/curly hair too so I can totally relate! Over washing creates frizz galore 😅
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  697. Thank you! 😊It did not feel like that much while in the process of sewing, but adding up all the estimates reveals the true amount of work it all was 😂
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  698. I’m really glad you know of Vintagebursche now too Rike! I can imagine gender dysphoria is very challenging and so the more relief the world can bring, the better. One thing I think to remember too is the garments people traditional see as “feminine” today actually were originally “mens” garments (high-heels, long curly wigs, brightly embroidered waistcoats) which just goes to show that society places gender on clothing etc. but realistically clothing doesn’t actually have a gender. At the end of the day, it should be about what makes one feel happy in their own skin, regardless of the style or what gendered box that style gets put into. I’m very sorry that people aren’t acceptant of your historical fashion in your small town and I hope that changes as people grow more open minded.
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  699. Thank you!! It feels a bit surreal 😊
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  700. Glad to hear you're also feeling mentally better these days! I appreciate you supporting my channel since the early days. The channel is 3.5 years old now, can you believe it?! 😊
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  701. Glad you like them! 😊
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  702. Thank you so much! I’m glad it cleared up the process 🥰
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  703. It’s a myth that you can’t use metal utensils on cast iron.
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  704. Hi! This is a really interesting question, but I’m not sure I’m the most equipped to answer (and I’m sure every person would have a different response too). English isn’t technically my first language and I grew up in a very Russian/Tatar household (even though I was born in America). My Tatar grandmother helped to raise me and made sure I knew every day of my life that I am a Volga Tatar — she didn’t want me to forget it (which I’m grateful for). I spent many months throughout my lifetime in Bashkortostan where my family is from (neighbouring region to Tatarstan) but I grew up speaking Russian though, and not Tatar, which I’m learning now (a common experience amongst many Tatars). Where I can perhaps relate is on my father’s side I know my ancestry is Ukrainian and Irish/Scottish. I have delved a bit into the fashions and heritage of both, because I am curious about what my ancestors would have worn. A big part of that is because my father was adopted so on that side I had very little connection to my ancestry until recently, so it’s been a fun and long-time-coming exploration. I can very much understand, however, how you’re feeling and all these feelings are totally valid! I think sometimes cultural identity can be looked at in many ways. There’s the place we live and grow up in, and then there’s the places we are connected to through our ancestors. I think it’s a beautiful thing to connect with our ancestors regardless, as it can teach us so much about ourselves, and about what they may have sacrificed to get us to where we are today (what a beautiful thing!) And I think learning a new language is always a positive thing. Whether it’s to connect more with our own ancestry, or even just to connect more with others. I think that if connecting with your ancestry and languages brings you joy and gratitude, then that’s wonderful.
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  705. I’m not sure really! Haha. I learned Russian before English but grew up in the states but have used British spellings since I was a child and I’ve lived in Europe now for the past 7 years, so it’s some weird mix.
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  706. Thanks!! You'll definitely have people misreading you still most likely, but ultimately I think their disdain for wanting to speak with someone they deem more "modest" is perhaps also a belief for them to challenge, because people aren't always what they appear on the surface, and sometimes it takes getting to know someone to really understand who they are and build relationship with them. I'm sure you'll meet many lovely people too who love what you wear, so it's likely to balance itself out a bit 😊 People always judge anyways, it's just when one dresses more "outlandish" people sometimes feel justified to judge outwardly rather than keeping it to themselves. The judgement is there regardless though. And that's okay! It's pretty human to judge for better or for worse. Yes definitely it's so much like a hug!
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  707. Thank you so much! It really is like a reverse siesta in many ways! 😄 that’s part of what I love about biphasic and polyphasic sleep specifically. There are so many different arrangements and ways that it can be done.
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  708. Thank you! ☺️ I very much also feel that the art that moves a person is subjective and personal, and that probably no one art style will speak to everyone, but it can find its own audience and that’s a beautiful thing 💕
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  709. Thanks for your input, though I feel like this comment is a bit out of context? I mention a few times on my channel that I cannot wear synthetics due to skin sensitivity, so I don’t cover synthetics in this video, and I recommend dry cleaning most silks like taffeta. There are a few types that can actually be washed and I just use the gentle silk setting on the machine as it mimics hand washing. I would never put a hand sewn silk velvet dress in the washing machine, I wouldn’t even risk hand washing it personally.
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  710. I don't see why not! That's actually a really great idea!
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  711. Glad you enjoyed the experiment! 😊 definitely sounds like this would be an excellent set up to make use of that time for you! Thanks for the birthday wishes
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  712. Thank you!! Yes of course, they are “The Medieval Cookbook” by Maggie Black and “The Medieval Kitchen: A Social History with Recipes” by Hannele Klemettilä
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  713. Awww thank you so much! I try to imagine every possible question I myself might have and answer that within the video 😂
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  714. Thank you Mélisse! Indigenous Peoples rights is something I feel really strongly about because I am an ethnic minority and this is a topic that needs continued awareness brought to it, in order to preserve the beautiful cultural practices and heritage of Indigenous Peoples globally.
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  715. Thank you 😊
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  716. Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊 in the 1770s and 80s they were still wearing stays and the front edge of the stays generally comes up to the nipples. Because of that the bust sits quite high up and would be very easy just to remove from the stays by pulling upwards. There’s a YouTube/Instagram channel called Katherine Sewing who has done a lot of content on pregnancy and stays/corsets through first hand experience actually, and on her Instagram she has a demonstration of breastfeeding in a corset, and the height of where the corset meets the breasts is the same as with the stays so it wouldn’t be much different. Hopefully that clarifies it a bit!
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  717. It does suck! I just feel like the actors are missing out on perhaps a very positive and educational experience if their corsets actually fit them well. Also I’m wondering why they were put into tightlaced long corsets when short stays would have sufficed just fine for the time period and would have been extensively more comfortable?
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  718. That’s my grandma in the 1970s 😊 but thank you!
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  719. awww thank you so much 🥰
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  720. Hahahaha I’m sure they had an equally as vibrant personality! 😂 it’d probably make a fun colour blocking project too.
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  721. You are more than enough, and you deserve so much joy and happiness in life 💕
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  722. Thank you 🥰🥰 I can promise that the upcoming topics will be fun though. I’ve been trying to put more quality into content over quantity lately and it’s been bringing a lot of joy back into the process for me
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  723. Thank you! I definitely think I will try a method like this in the future, but it will be extremely different from the instruction procedure in the recipe.
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  724. Very cool! Thanks for sharing. I used to live in Iceland for about 4-5 years and it was a similar practice there for fishermen as well 😊
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  725. That's great that you also wear vintage every day. I'm sorry to hear you had a negative experience!
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  726. Vinegar is a great suggestion! I use apple cider vinegar regularly 😊
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  727. Thank you! I’ve struggled immensely, and still often do to this day. I experience very severe ocd and c-PTSD for example, and I deal with the physical effects of that on my body every single day. I really think though it is due to therapy and my continued commitment to my healing that I’ve gotten to a more stable place now in my life, but it really only became quite recently stable. It’s part of why I’m such a massive advocate for mental health awareness.
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  728. Thank you!!
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  729. Thanks Nicole! That’s definitely a great idea, I am however quite sensitive to a lot of ingredients in perfume so it may prove challenging to source one thats historical but still has ingredients my body can tolerate. I have been mixing up some of the safe historical recipes lately though and those seem to be a nice glimpse into the smells. One popular hair powder recipe in the 18th century for instance has the main ingredients of clove and cinnamon, so it just makes me imagine a bunch of the aristocracy walking around smelling like holiday cookies lol
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  730. It’d look so cute on you!! ❤️
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  731. So glad you loved the video! ❤️
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  732. Aww thanks so much for watching! Glad the left handed demonstration is helpful 🥰
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  733. I get it with modern corsets for photo shoots and such but for daily wear historical corsets, that just sounds so painful.
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  734. Thank you!! There are definitely more videos for that series planned too, but they’ll take a while as they’re very extensive videos to put together ☺️
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  735.  @eileenmarie1652  I would actually recommend ordering from the US instead, if you're closer to them. For the US, I recommend Burnley and Trowbridge: https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/ and FancyStylesFabrics: https://fancystylesfabric.com/ Both of these companies do incredible historical replica fabrics and have tons of options! Burnley and Trowbridge also has historically accurate sewing supplies like thread, notions, etc.
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  736. Thanks for the suggestion!
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  737. It’s so lovely you do too! I can definitely understand feeling like you need some more accessories, shirtwaists. I’ve also found creating matching skirt/blouse or shirtwaist sets and then mixing them up really helps, especially if there’s a colour palette you really lean towards.
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  738. Lots of things can't be said, sadly. The list is also constantly changing, so it makes it tricky to know what is and isn't okay, so, especially during the first year of my channel (when this video came out) I played it extra safe.
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  739. Thank you for sharing your experience Persephone 🥰
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  740. Yeah! It’s very hard to know honestly exactly what their corsetry arrangement is, as I feel like it also varies from season to season, but even just the no shift alone would explain a lot of the discomfort.
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  741. Ahhh thank you so so much for such a lovely comment! Much love ✨❤️
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  742. Very good question! I’ve had 2 corsets last me a few years and they still hadn’t worn down by the time my primary one became a different corset. The one I wear the most now (the pink one) has already lasted me over a year I believe, and I’ve only had to make one repair. I wear it super super frequently, however. I’m going to guess with regular repairs, a really well made corset could last a decade honestly. It depends too though on body changes.
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  743. Thank you! That's so lovely, and a brilliant idea to make something similar for yourself as well 😊
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  744. Carriage boots are 100% the answer for sensitive feet! Hahaha 🥰
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  745. He lives very far away and extremely rural, and just out of respect for his privacy. As well, I was quite curious what would come up with my maternal ancestry. I will be buying my dad a MyHeritage kit next time I see him, but it’s been over 4 years since we’ve seen each other. Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  746. Thank you!! So much of this is to do with my ongoing treatment for c-PTSD. I’m much more balanced overall in life than I ever have been because I’m actually starting to live in my body 😄
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  747. Thank you Renee! I don't drink much either, so I understand (it was quite odd buying vodka lol). I am assuming yes that it is perfectly fine to use isopropyl alcohol, though I would maybe look for a 60% or something like that, as that way it isn't as harsh on your clothing, and I'd recommend maybe swatch testing first if possible to make sure. I've never cleaned clothes myself with isopropyl, but I don't see why a low-strength wouldn't work the same 😊
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  748. That was actually my fault. I believe I put the wrong photo as there are others in the sources I was provided that have a similar depiction of the “bobbed hair” and sleeveless saris.
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  749. Oh yes 😊
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  750. That’s a really wonderful idea! 🥰
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  751. Oh gosh I would never hahaha. I was studying Irish a while back and really enjoyed my time there when I visited. One of my close friends is Irish as well, a very lovely person 😊
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  752. I do have some already! I have an interview with Vintagebursche, and also an interview with Tom van het Hof.
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  753. I'm so glad the video gave you some new ideas! Best of luck with the wardrobe building 😊
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  754. Thanks for sharing your experience!
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  755. Hope you enjoy the video! :)
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  756. One cloak is an awesome place to start as they are so versatile and really can make any look have a historical flair! Thanks so much 😊
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  757. That’s such a nice memory to have attached to these! I find that any time one has to add seam allowance to a project, these work well as often the stitch line needs to be marked on both sides to match pieces.
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  758. The term menstruating people includes women, girls, intersex people, non-binary people, and any other people who menstruate. It is a well-recognised and scientifically accurate umbrella term. Even organisations such as the United Nations Population Fund utilise the term. https://www.unfpa.org/menstrual-health
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  759. Thank you so much! 😊 I just updated the pinned comment where Laura expands a bit upon the barefoot point, since it's quite a nuanced discussion. Hopefully that brings about more clarity, as the intention wasn't to imply that it was only artistic artificiality, rather that the owning of shoes started to become more prevelant by the late 19th century in Ireland. That's why as well she mentions the development of soleless stockings to protect against "the ire" since being barefoot was a reality for many, so they modified that to protect their feet even more.
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  760. Lol 😂 humans are all just walking anachronisms aren’t we?
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  761. Thank you so much Hypatia! I really appreciate this tip on the fit, as it helps a lot to receive this type of information. I definitely do think that upper backs on patterns are generally a bit too big for me, so it's wonderful that you have experience with this adjustment and have applied it in your own sewing. Fitting is definitely the hardest part and requires the most nuance and practice (and a ton of messing up and learning from it).
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  762.  @EXO-L45  Yeah, those videos are so sensationalised lol. History is so much more nuanced than how they represent it 😂
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  763. Thank you so much Mirabelle! I completely resonate with everything you said. It’s somehow a much more meaningful way to have a relationship with clothing ❤️
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  764. 100% hahaha
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  765. Glad you enjoyed the video!🙂
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  766. Could be! That’s why I express that I’m not sure if they were worn by everyday people, just the wealthy, or only in certain occasions. There are sooooo many gaps in this mystery.
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  767. Thank you for your lovely comment! :)
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  768. It is actually so much easier to do I believe then placing the stays overhead, because also then your makeup doesn’t smear all over the inside of the stays hahaha. I wouldn’t be surprised too if someone sometime in the 18th century, did end up having to lace their own back lacing stays and perhaps had to devise a solution such as flipping them around. So perhaps the technique could lean historically accurate😂
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  769. Thank you! It is just gathered with thread and then stitched together, like with a usual gathered cuff. The gathers are likely stroked though, and they are very fine. Elastic actually did exist by the 1870s, though yes, it probably would not last this long.
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  770. Thank you 😊 It's a simple linen blouse and wool skirt that I bought secondhand from other historical fashion makers.
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  771. Hahahaha that's too funny. While London probably didn't smell the best due to all the horses, at least there'd be the fresh countryside to escape to. But then again, it would take you days in a carriage potentially to get there, by which point the 24 hours would be up lol. Thanks Lilja! 😊
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  772.  @LiljaHusmo  Way, WAY better. And it's beautiful which helps 😉
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  773. Is it a commune perhaps? I can see why that’d be challenging, especially if it isn’t your lifestyle. It’s very tricky to get mistaken for something you don’t relate or resonate with. When I lived in Iceland, I got mistaken for Amish actually quite a bit as I used to wear a lot of bonnets and it was frustrating because I’m pretty sure I’m the opposite of Amish haha.
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  774. Thank you very much, Lillian! And I really appreciate you acknowledging my willingness to take risks here and post some different content. I've never liked to do things by the book to be honest, and the great thing about YouTube, is if something doesn't work one week, you always have the next week to give it another try. Whatever "working" means on YouTube anyways, because frankly I'm happy if at least one person benefits from the content 😊 I hope you enjoy your day!
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  775. Thank you so much! Keep on wearing the clothes that feel authentically you. The world needs more people bravely being themselves (obviously without harming others of course).
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  776.  @db1519  Thanks for the support! I hope you find out some interesting information about your heritage with the test! 😊
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  777. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective! And I totally agree, there is space for all of it in the community and I think it’s important that we support people on whatever journeys they’re on themselves and reduce any pressure for it all to be done a “certain way” as there is really no one way.
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  778. A beautiful word 😊 thanks for sharing! Some of my favourite Romantic poems include the ones I mentioned in this video (I also wrote them in the description box) and I would also recommend: -Surprised by Joy by William Wordsworth -Grasmere (A Fragment) by Dorothy Wordsworth -Sonnet to Sleep by John Keats -To Autumn by John Keats -Ode to a Nightingale by John Keats
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  779. Some of the old books describing the stitch can be super confusing, it's true! That's a wonderful idea to use this stitch for a hand-finished Regency dress. My household is working towards self-sufficiency as well, so it's great to hear you are also 😊It's a very unique way of life. Winter is the perfect time for settling in with art projects for that exact reason too. I'll be gone next week because I'm moving, but will be back on the 14th! Thanks for your comment, DesertRose, and see you then.
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  780. I’ve never worn a custom fit bra, but I wonder if custom fit bras are more comfortable? (As custom fit corsets often are for people)
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  781.  @AliciaB.  oooo that's exciting! it'll be great 😊
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  782. Thank you!! I think it's because it's more "me" 😊
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  783. Hahaha you have to watch the original video next!
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  784. You totally should sew one! They actually require a surprisingly small amount of fabric. So they're a great way to get rid of some cabbage. And that's so true, also if you made the pocket big enough, you could probably store your phone inside of the muff itself. Then if you needed to access it, it would all be right there for you. That must be really frustrating to poke holes in your gloves lol 😂
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  785. Thank you so much Bella! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰 the cherry socks are so beautiful!
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  786. Yeah I agree, it’s a true blessing to have the freedom to choose. There were other options though historically as well, and Western women often still chose the corset. For example, they could have worn jumps more. And yet some chose to wear the corset. The Victorian period though was still very restrictive in so many regards. But absolutely, the corset isn’t for everyone, and it’s wonderful we are able to decide what we want to do with our bodies and how we want to dress. I would never ever want to live in a historical time period for that exact reasons (and many others) 😂
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  787. Congratulations! 🥰
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  788. Explaining corset wearing and its practicalities to friends is often a funny experience! 😂 Couch sitting definitely become super different but I guess it also sort of becomes a new normal and it’s just something different 🥰
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  789. That's awesome! Makes sense it would get disruptive if you're trying to play outdoors. It seems like quite an independent instrument that needs to be enjoyed just by itself I think haha
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  790.  @cadileigh9948  I’m sorry but I just don’t know enough about the topic to comment back in an informed manner. I just have noticed every comment you’ve left on this channel has been about issues you’ve had with something I’ve done, said, someone else has, but never kind comments nor compliments. I understand wanting to promote facts. But you still haven’t even apologised for the very brash other comment you made on this video, which was actually quite hurtful to me and accusatory. I ask that it’s just something that you examine.
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  791. ....But I thought it was 1772? 😂 In all seriousness though, technology is so useful. I'm grateful there's technology.
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  792.  @JayCWhiteCloud  Thank you so much, blessings 🥰
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  793. It really is amazing how that’s the case! I’d imagine people had some fun with competing against eachother by making new designs and styles and getting even more innovative with their woven textiles 😊 There’s a very interesting old video I’ve found on Archive of Scottish women in the 20th century kneading wool with water whilst singing songs.
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  794. Thank you! I think showing garments to a camera can always just feel a little bit awkward, at least when filming hahaha.
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  795. So glad you enjoyed the video Bonnie! I’m really grateful as well that Lilja shared her knowledge about both working class and Scottish womenswear, because as you say, it’s so much less available!
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  796. Thank you 😊 wishing all the best to you and your husband as well!
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  797. Thank you, Rachael! I’m really happy to have you here 😊 that’s wonderful that you picked up sewing again!
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  798. I spent 30 minutes jumping on it and moving it around to break it up. It was more convenient to break it when the sack was closed so it didn't make a mess.
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  799. It’s the same in russia, there is often house clothes that you put on, and then also you usually walk around in the home in slippers, I think mainly to keep your feet warm so you “don’t get sick” 😂 I would say that a significant portion of my friends in the U.K. have shoes-allowed homes, especially if it’s nearing hoover day, but if shoes so much as touch my home inside, I’m cleaning right away lol.
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  800. You make wonderful points here. There are definitely exceptions where fur is a necessity (like in the instances you mention). Life is so grey always, and it's never as easy as just yes or no. I think the same goes with the conversation around fur. There is no clear answer and it depends so much on circumstance. I appreciate you pitching in with your thoughts on the matter!
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  801. I actually can crochet and used to crochet quite a lot! I learned it before sewing but it’s sort of what got me into crafting and textiles in the first place. I’ve managed to make small things like fingerless 18th century mitts, but tend to not get the gauge right most of the time so I struggle to make anything larger and more wearable.
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  802. Thank you so much! I have so many other episodes of this series planned that will explore many other parts of the world 🥰
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  803. Thanks for that important nuance!
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  804. I enjoy wearing makeup partially for this reason, but also even if I didn't have Volga Tatar ancestors, I'd still enjoy wearing a little makeup. I also like not wearing makeup sometimes. The key is that I don't feel like I want to be boxed in, and so I do what I feel is in alignment with how I'd like to express myself on a given day. The beauty is in having the freedom to choose how we express ourselves (without harming others of course) :)
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  805. Awww I’m terribly sorry for your losses. Times have been so heavy!
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  806. Great question! So you cut out all the pieces of the pattern using a cheap fabric (usually cotton muslin or calico) that you don’t mind going to waste, and then you construct it together using basting or quick running stitches and try it on to see how it fits you. You then can make alterations directly to the mock-up pieces and get the fit you want, so then you can use those ones as your new pattern pieces before cutting out pieces from your nice, more expensive fabric.
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  807. Thanks so much Jocelyn! I can never cover every nuance of course, but try to consider as many factors as possible when approaching these topics (or rants in this case lol)
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  808. Thank you!!
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  809. Thank you so much!! I’m glad you picked up on the reduced frame rate 🙃 it’s always a fun to mimic effect.
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  810. It’s Lilja’s little pet 🤣
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  811. Thank you for the kind comment and the reassurance of my choices (which I did to benefit the greatest good.) They're both greatly appreciated 😊
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  812. Thanks for that reminder! It’s a great video and shows the same sort of application with opera which is a type of singing I have no experience with personally, so it’s nice to see how it’s still possible to use similar techniques for a totally different style of singing 😊
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  813. Medieval clothing could come in very bright and vibrant colours, but this one likely wouldn’t have existed (at least not this specific shade, though maybe as it’s hard to say. There were many other pinks and reds though.) I chose it as it was a stash buster and I haven’t bought any fabric since last February, so this wool was just calling to be made into a kirtle. 😊
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  814. This isn’t regarding my location, rather what would have been in season for the Vikings in early June (not much). It was their hungry gap since Scandinavian climates are so high north ☺️
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  815. Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for the birthday wishes!
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  816. Love that! 😊
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  817. It sucks that we have to come up with ways to reduce the catcalling ourselves, rather than just cat callers choosing to no longer cat call, but I guess that’s our absurd world sometimes! 🤣
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  818. Thanks Bess! I'm glad it made it feel simpler. Generally, smocking reduces the fabric amount by about 1/3rd the original. So 3 inches would become 1 inch once smocked. This is a general rule of thumb so it's best to experiment on a little piece and take before/after measurements to see how the gauge is for your own technique 😊
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  819. Hahaha you caught me! It was a lot of researching 😂
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  820. I certainly am not rich and grew up with a family that constantly struggled to make ends meet. I work 60 hours weeks in order to pay all my bills and also keep up with posting on this channel as it’s also a full time job. For fabric, I shop deadstock and get most of my fabrics for £4-12 a metre (I just am constantly on the look out for good deals). Same with accessories. They’re all off eBay or secondhand sites and I’ve rarely paid more than £20-40 for an accessory I regularly use. I don’t come from money, I supported myself through university, and have been financially independent since I was 17. I was even homeless for a year and lived in my car from 17-18. I know it’s a common misconception that people who wear historical fashion must be wealthy/come from money/don’t work, but that couldn’t be further from the truth. I have worked basically every day of my life since I was 16. I am just money savvy I think and get lucky with finding good deals.
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  821.  @LualaDy  Thank you Luala, I love hugs, so hugs! xx
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  822. I’d definitely love to do a video on jumps! It’s been requested by some other individuals as well, so I’ll just need to schedule it and start to do some of the deeper research 😊
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  823. There is that article yeah, but then there’s also one talking about how accurate the underwear was in season 1, and how the show prides itself on that. Also I think there are so many ways to create drama and forcing the actors to experience pain for hours upon hours and days upon days is not a nice way to do that
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  824. Very good point about the silkier/smoother fabrics not holding tailor’s tacks as well. I don’t work with sheer fabrics often, so it’s outside of my experience. Thanks for pointing that out!
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  825. lol he’s spot on! I’m guessing the straps maybe? Honestly, I don’t know 😅
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  826. Thanks so much Lilja ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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  827. Definitely! It should be covered in their contracts honestly. I’m just not sure that historical underwear and comfort is something an actor would think of unless they have experience already wearing historical underwear or a personal interest
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  828. @UNknown88  No rematch for me! For winter, you have to wear more layers/different materials but I'd say I'm usually warmer and more comfortable than a portion of my friends who wear contemporary clothes. Having a lot of layers means you're prepared for any climate shifts.
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  829. So true!! ❤️ beautifully put. Every time I work with my hands and with textiles, I can feel myself being held by all the powerful women who came before me. In fact, whilst reconstructing Kazan Tatar fashion recently, I’ve started crying on a number of occasions because I’ve felt so immensely held by my Tatar ancestors and the image of them in my mind working with the same shapes and tools is such a powerful feeling.
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  830. There are some really good blogs written about it as well on Google, some done by witness2fashion for instance, with great images and sources too.
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  831. Hahaha thank you! It’s great how many people have tried them out themselves. I actually wash my hair with eggs as a regular practice (rather than shampoo) and have for a while and this is a Victorian thing it turns out as egg was used a lot as shampoo. I have a video about it showing my routine on my channel if you search “egg” 😊
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  832. A super genius idea though! I love hearing stories like these, as it shows the intelligence of humanity, so thank you for sharing her story 😊
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  833. In my case it wasn’t to “cheat,” it was just because I didn’t have matches available. Also the lighter was technically invented in the early 1800s, so people would have had them.
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  834. Thank you! Kerosene lamps kind of scare me for some reason, so I’ve avoided them for a long time because of it 😅
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  835. Yes! India fashion is a great representation of vibrant colours. I’ll have to check out the Heian era court dress!
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  836. I’d love to do a Volga Tatar food week definitely, but a lot of it is wheat based so I would need to really dig for recipes. Perhaps at some point!
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  837. Thank you! It’s my first language technically.
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  838. She's amazing! ❤
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  839.  @gillianrimmer7733  I understand that it is cooked differently today, but the point of this video was to follow the instructions from Mrs. Beeton's cookbook from 1863. And so you may have your own methods for making the dish. However, I was following the way it was said to be made in her book. I, too, would've prepared it differently had I not been following the book. You'll have to mention this to Mrs. Beeton :)
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  840. I left a thorough comment about free bleeding on another thread so I’m copy and pasting it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  841. Thanks so much! And YES that is such a huge misconception absolutely. People of all sizes and shapes have always existed and weren't merely "smaller back then", but we can partially thank survivourship bias for that one hahaha.
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  842. It would be so amazing to see all the rich and vibrant colours of the past!
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  843. Learning about other cultures is the best! 😊
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  844. Thanks for watching! I would say that womenswear has a similar dilemma. From what I understand, fashion plates were never proportionally accurate. They were depictions of the “ideal silhouette” of the time, used a lot more for marketing purposes in essence, and people didn’t actually look like that. Hence the extreme proportions 😊
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  845. You totally should! (If it's possible). There's so much going on in the world right now that it can feel like such a welcome relief to have a style of clothing that really makes you feel like yourself 😊
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  846. That is a misrepresentation of what I said. I mention that Irish fashion is very similar to English fashion (in general) probably due to the colonisation. I mentioned Northern English fashion separately and later on in the video, as the Northern English were (and still are) greatly impacted by Southern England and often in similar ways to Celtic nations. Ireland was arguably England’s first colony. To be fair though, whether or not the Irish are/were colonised is very debated amongst scholars, people, etc. With what I’ve read, however, and seeing the impact and pain that English influence has had over the Irish, I believe Ireland was colonised, in particular when I speak with the native Irish people I know (obviously they don’t represent all Irish people). This is also what the historical facts point towards. Additionally, Ireland had a very rich and vibrant culture before English influence, a lot of which got lost due to what I believe is colonisation (as do many other historians, scholars, etc. though not all). So I felt it very important to word it in this way to pay homage to the rich cultural traditions that were lost. Ireland, even with everything it’s gone through, has still managed to keep some rich cultural traditions in some areas, but you see the impacts of this in many examples. One of them being how few people speak fluent Irish (Gaelic), which was certainly not the case historically. Also, this has little to do with the everyday people of historical England, and much more to do with the governments and aristocracy. Most of the time everyday people just want to live their lives and I don’t feel that everyday people represent the actions of their governments or whoever is in power, and I believe this also applies historically.
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  847. Wow good timing 😂
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  848. I can understand that! Sometimes it can be counter intuitive, especially with harsher surfactants. Perhaps you'd enjoy the egg method 😊
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  849. That’s wonderful! Congrats 😊
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  850. Hahaha pretty amazing how math can be super useful in moments like those, right?! I wish this was the type of math they taught us in school though 😂
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  851. This is a great point. Not all people of colour though. I’m mixed race (central Asian and white as I’m a Volga Tatar) and my ancestors likely wore an under tunic beneath their main tunic (külmäk), or the main tunic would at least be lined with another layer, as well as a type of stocking on their legs and underpants called yshtan. I think it all comes down to humidity level, as the southern Urals can get pretty hot too.
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  852.  @CakeKitty135  I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey, but I believe she's booked up until next year.
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  853.  @bluestocking_jules7775  ah very interesting! I’m wondering then why they were talking about not being able to put on shoes or not being able to breathe? Short stays are tiny! They’re just like a modern bra in length lol. That just makes no sense now 😂 those poor actors honestly! That all just sounds so unnecessary and their experience didn’t have to be like that at all. That’s awesome you’ve been enjoying feeling comfy in your Victorian style corset!
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  854. It’s so true! They’re incredibly efficient for hand sewing too. I wonder if any couture fashion houses that still do a lot of hand work use any of them.
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  855. Thank you very much, DesertRose 😊 That's very sweet that you've been teaching your daughter, especially if she is interested in makeup, as that very much could nurture a future passion for her. I definitely think there's a reason why people prioritised skincare then and now. Having a healthy foundation is everything, and skincare can create that for us. Those books sound very fascinating!
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  856. Thanks so much Mélisse! It was really fun to put all the footage together and notice the similarities and differences 🥰 I’m not sure if I’ll be posting more than twice a month come January, but I at least will have slightly more frequent content coming out in November and December 😊
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  857. It is never a woman’s responsibility to “make men better.” It is the responsibility of the man (and any person of any gender) to make themselves “better” through self reflection, introspection, doing the deeper work, going to therapy. No one can do that work for us. Whatever a woman wears speaks nothing of her inherent worth. It doesn’t matter how “scantily clad” a woman is, she is still worthy of love, care, respect. This goes for all people too. Additionally, in a healthy relationship, there are no games. There doesn’t need to be because there’s a mutual understanding of respect and a willingness to work together and also do individual interpersonal work as well. None of this has anything to do with anyone’s clothing choices, and I encourage people who judge others based off of what they’re wearing (whatever it is) to turn that judgement back around on themselves and ask “where is this coming from? What deeper pain in me is reacting because of what I’m witnessing?” It’s all projection anyways and we each have the opportunity moment to moment when our inner judgements appear to instead hold up a mirror and reflect on where it comes from within. I find when I get into these states of internally judging others, the ultimate conclusion I come back to is in that moment I somehow don’t feel enough in myself. So then I start to work on ways to self soothe and get back to a state where I feel enough again. It rarely has anything to do with the other!
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  858. Oh no I'm so sorry to hear that! I hope that you'll be able to wear them more regularly soon, especially if doing so brings you joy 💕
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  859. Thanks so much Michele! I’m definitely planning to buy my father a MyHeritage DNA kit at some point in future when I next see him (it’s been over 4 years though since we have seen one another as he lives very far away). What a cool professional to have for the past 45+ years!
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  860. Thank you so much for listening! How cool that you also love Heima. I wonder how many more crossovers of interests there are in this community! 🤣
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  861. I just put a statement from Laura in the pinned comment which expands further, as it's quite a nuanced discussion and she wasn't implying in the video that no one actually went barefoot, just rather that by the late 19th century shoes already became a lot more prevalent in some regions and in various footwear forms. Hopefully that clarifies things a bit!
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  862. Thank you!! It’s my natural third day wavy-curly hair when I actually put in the effort to take care of it ☺️
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  863. Ooo sounds like a very fun project though! Thank you so much 😊
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  864. Definitely feels relevant today! It'll be interesting to see how these definitions shift in the future.
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  865. Glad you enjoyed! I've been to the Czech Republic before and it's a beautiful country 🥰
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  866. They do exist definitely! I’m not sure about Australia but there’s Pitti Uomo held twice a year in Italy. Vintagebursche also has his own channel where he talks about all this stuff too.
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  867. Thank you! 🥰 I’ve read as well as being involuntary, it’s also voluntary. In the sense that it expands and contracts without us having to do anything, but we can also control it, like stop it for a few seconds etc. When I say “use” it, I really mean to target air towards that area and contract it in a direct manner, which can be seen by the expansion. Really just purposefully taking a very deep breath.
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  868. Сәлам! )) How awesome!! My family is from Bashkiri (Sterlitamak) 😊 My grandmother is 100% Tatar but my grandfather is a Cossack, so I’m a bit of a mix. I find I relate to my Tatar roots a lot more though as my grandmother helped to raise me.
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  869. Thanks so much for your comment, and I am terribly sorry that this happened to your grandfather and that it is an ancestral trauma that now lives on. It's just awful as well that people patronise you for speaking about this. I'm sure that must feel so heartbreaking. I just want you to know that I fully see and hear what you are saying, and that any feelings you have about your grandfather being forced to live in these conditions are totally valid. I was taught many useful skills from my own mother and grandmother as well, as my grandmother grew up in such poor conditions in the Russian Federation that at times it was challenging for her to even buy shoes, so a life like that does certainly force one into being resourceful. Sadly though, this is the reality for many ethnic minorities in Russia, even to this day, and it's something I have witnessed extensively during my regular visits to Russia growing up. My mother's upbringing was an improvement because although problematic, many people experienced more financial stability during the later communist regime (it was obviously awful for a lot of reasons though in my opinion), but still, those conditions were nothing like what so many of us have in the Western world today. So although I do not know your exact pain, I can understand to some extent the hurt and sadness you must feel around your grandfather's treatment as I feel a lot of hurt around the treatment of my ancestors.
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  870.  @gildedgitta  My pleasure! Ah you’re Finnish, I’m sure you are familiar with the situation then. There are actually some Tatars in Finland which I find cool. I once met a Tatar individual when I was in Finland, and they have their own dialect of the Tatar language there. And yes you’re so right, history is never black and white. As you say, sometimes the most atrocious things can also potentially save a life or help someone in trouble, and we see this exemplified time and time again. That misunderstanding of poor equals stupid, is a really tragic one, because so often it’s systemic or life circumstances. Many of us too could become poor at any time, that is what prior financial collapses show us, so it’s important to have compassion for people who are in that position in life. I actually lived in my car for a year when I was barely 18, so it can happen to most people, so we need to help eachother 💕 And thank you, I’m really glad I had that chance to learn useful skills from them as well. Many of them have come in handy.
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  871. You are so welcome! This was exactly my goal with this video, so I'm happy to hear that the explanation also comes across simple!
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  872. My father is American, mother is a Volga Tatar, so I grew up bilingual (started speaking English around 2-3 years old). My mother has a thick accent when she speaks English and I’ve also lived in Europe for about 8 years now, so all of that has had an influence on my accent.
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  873. Aww thanks so much Bella! She's a very cuddly dog, especially lately, unless she obsesses over some fly in the house and won't stop chasing it lol. Definitely give this book exercise a go! It's a great way to help strengthen the core as well.
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  874. Ahh lovely! They're such a comfortable garment 🙂
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  875. Thank you so much! I definitely agree that it’s such a blessing there are many maternity options now and that it doesn’t just have to be loose fitting garments. Also that pregnancy isn’t something needing to be hidden anymore is a big help, because many can now wear tighter fitting maternity clothes that they perhaps feel more comfortable in and still be accepted in society overall. It’s great progress.
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  876. Thanks for your comment David! I understand how it can feel frustrating and disheartening sometimes, but please keep practicing and being kind with yourself along the journey. It’s a very up and down type of hobby with a lot of challenging points, but it’s fulfilling and worthwhile. You can do it, I believe in you 😊 Let me know if there’s any sewing things I can help you with.
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  877. Thank you!! 😊 Hahaha that's funny, perhaps you'll need to own some chickens 😂 I have indeed! I like rose water in general as a toner, and plus it just smells great.
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  878. No, anyone with a uterus has a baby xx
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  879. Awww have a nice day at work!!
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  880. Thank you! I had a feeling it was another name for the toxic Scheele's green, as I know that at the time it was also used in candies and other desserts. It's quite concerning that the book states, "Pure Harmless Vegetable Colours" and then lists "Apple Green."
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  881. Welcome welcome! Glad you're here :)
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  882. Thank you Jae!! 🥰
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  883. That definitely would be an interesting comparison for sure! I think at the end of the day it just all comes down to unique personal preference, as every body is going to respond and feel differently to different clothes.
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  884. Thank you ♥️✨
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  885. Thank you so much, Maia! I'm glad that you can at least save it for future use, because you never know when you might need makeup for some event (and why not historically-inspired makeup as a little ode to history? 😂) I really appreciate all the compliments. And I think re: my editing and filming skills improving; having to practice them this much REALLY helps, so I'm grateful for all the people who watch this channel (yourself included), because they encourage me to keep practicing and growing these skills 😊
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  886. Thank you! Still building your own racing bike those is super cool 😊
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  887. Definitely befitting of a tropical themed bar! 🤣 and absolutely, those boots would probably take 30 mins or more to to fully lace hahaha
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  888. He’s super young at heart 😊 he also looks like he’s in his early 50s, even though he’s 67 now. He has a full head of long brown hair! Haha
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  889. Hahahaha she is masterfully good at draping I must admit ❤️
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  890. Thank you so much! Hopefully I can represent Irish heritage well! 😊
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  891.  @lillianhansen5464  You're so kind, thank you! I hope that planet Earth blesses you with some gorgeous flowers soon 😊
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  892. Yes, unfortunately horrific things happened at these Catholic boarding schools/residential schools, when in reality it would’ve been best to leave an already beautiful and thriving culture completely alone. And we really only have the reports of those who survived the ordeal, which has another level of tragedy to it.
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  893. Yes, making lots of mistakes and embracing them is definitely such a big part of the process 😊
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  894.  @eljun8935  automatic captions are now up and I will be able to edit them for accuracy tomorrow. Have a wonderful day!
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  895.  @sixstringedthing  a very wise choice! Enjoy 😁
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  896. Thank you so much for your comment and kind words, Lilja! It's always great to hear from you 😊
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  897. My pleasure! As they say, often getting started is the hardest part, and the same tends to be with handsewing, as knowing how to get going with the thread is intimidating! The Victorians actually traditionally didn't knot anything, they would just take a few back stitches in the same place to begin. I find this a bit too impermanent for my taste, which is why this is my preferred method. Thanks for your comment and I'm glad the video has been helpful. Most of all, happy sewing (you've got this 😊)
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  898. Thank you! 🥰
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  899. Hahaha thanks so much! I mean, honestly, who could dislike Scottish fashion?!🤣
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  900. Thank you! ☺️I think the one thing I can say about this project is it feels quite quickly rewarding. In one evening, you end up with a pair of shoes which is kind of amazing!
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  901. It's my usual clothing :)
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  902.  @patim7902  my pleasure! I can imagine the terminology is completely different in German. Is there some type of name for split crotch drawers?
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  903.  @katherinemorelle7115  Thank you!! My partner works in film and my background is actually as a professional singer, so I've done quite a bit of filming, editing, producing, that type of thing in the past. I've just been building up my skills over the years until I finally felt ready to start releasing content, and I wanted to do so in a highly professional yet accessible way from the get-go 😊
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  904. My pleasure! I think it’s a super important one because it can be very devastating to lose garments, especially sentimental ones, to moths.
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  905. Thank you dear! Wishing you a beautiful winter and new year ❤
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  906. A lot of people in the historical fashion community are liberal-leaning or feminists, so it’s really not that bizarre. People have layers and just because someone enjoys historical fashion and recreating it, doesn’t mean they agree with the values of the time. I’m a feminist and a Tibetan Buddhist (and have been my entire life) yet I can still see the value in historical clothing and certain techniques and practices (along with how they can be applied in the modern world). I live in the U.K. but I’m from the West Coast in the US. The first time I was cat-called I was 11 years old and it was by a grown man. I remember the experience very well because I was terrified and confused. Cat-calling happens everywhere and to girls and women of all ages regardless of what they’re wearing. People now are just so taken aback by my clothes generally that they don’t have time to cat-call me in the usual way so they usually just comment on my clothes.
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  907. Yes!! Such an important tip, thanks Lilja! This happened to me once as well and it was frustrating 🥺❤️ Aww thank you!! I hope lots of people run around this winter with their little late Victorian capes 🥰
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  908. Thanks UNknown88! Patience is like a muscle. It's oddly trainable, but can be frustrating when it's being trained 😂 I appreciate your comment!
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  909. Thank you! I appreciate the recognition of all the little details that I spend so much time including 😊
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  910. Hey! I believe it’s due to a protein overload, which can cause hair to get brittle and break if used too often. Most sites I read when researching recommend washing with raw egg no more often than every 1-2 weeks, 2 weeks preferably.
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  911.  @SallyShockley-n4n  shaming others for openly discussing their menstruation (a very natural part of life for half of the world’s population) is tremendously heartbreaking.
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  912. Thanks Kai! That sounds lovely. Tom is a brilliant tailor so I'm sure the individual ended up with a well-crafted, stunning work of art 😊
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  913. I’ve wondered the exact thing! Definitely would have been an intense and eventful journey.
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  914.  @kitkakitteh  that's so cool! I'll have to look into doing this perhaps if my next appeal gets dropped. Would you mind sharing the details of which channel this was so I can look into how they went about doing so?
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  915. M1: Yes!! It's a bit crazy to think how people (who could afford it) had what was essentially in style to choose from. Whilst we have eras upon eras to choose from, and various classes as well. M5: I'm not sure why long skirts consistently get associated with modesty, some people just like long skirts lol
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  916. My pleasure! And I completely agree Sarah, it needs far more representation. I usually just say “masculine” because any identity can choose to wear masculine clothing, but there are many different ways to say the same thing 😊
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  917.  @nataliefrohmann5715  thank you!! In my every day life, I hardly ever use recipes (only for baking typically). I just sort of see what I have in my fridge and do what I call intuitive cooking. I just get a sense that some ingredients might work nicely together and so I try it. I first started cooking when I was 3, so over the years I’ve really gotten to know what I do and don’t like flavours-wise, and of course this can change a lot too over the years ☺️ unfortunately I’m not sure that a what I eat in a day video would perform very well on my channel especially since they aren’t intentionally historically inspired, though they probably aren’t so different than what people actually ate historically as I cook with whole, organic ingredients and try to build relationships with the local farmers that grow/raise them as much as possible.
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  918. There are soooo many ways to meditate. I think it is also a very misunderstood practice because of how it is so often portrayed. Which makes me sad because, I believe it could benefit many, but I can completely understand why just sitting and meditating for “hours on end” like they show in movies, could really discourage people from trying their own meditation practices (like active meditation).
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  919. Thank you so much!! 💕 Have you seen my Victorian & LOTR crossover dress? That’s probably the most fantasy cross over I’ve gone so far 😊
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  920.  @LadyRebeccaFashions  That’s a very good point! Since each individual’s body is so unique, we’ve all just had to adapt our techniques to what works best 😊 I’m really proud of all of us, we’ve all done really well in this challenge.
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  921. Thanks so much NoRa! I am indeed ambidextrous, at least for sewing. For writing, I can only use left, and for scissors and chopping I can only use right. For sports I can generally use both hands (like tennis) but being able to use both hands for sewing has been a saving grace for long hours.
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  922. Yes you’re definitely right! Which is interesting too because so often Amish dress, or any type of dress that’s related to history but is worn by specific groups, really is sometimes a far stretch from actual historical attire, but again it’s enough of a subtlety that people outside of the niche don’t know. The poor portrayal of historic dress in some movies/tv also probably doesn’t help the matter 😂
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  923. All such beautiful reasons to turn towards historical clothing. Thank you for sharing 🥰
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  924. Exactly! I think I read somewhere that a lot of the laundry that goes into a hamper isn't even all that dirty. Of course things like linens and towels need extremely frequent washing, but I wonder about the garments that get less prolonged use (than bed sheets for instance). Linen, cotton, and wool are all great choices. Silk can be worn day-to-day but it comes with it's cons, like having to be more mindful of food etc. And plus it doesn't hold up all that well to the rain without a protective wool coat or something similar, so I can understand why you'd just choose silk for events 😊
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  925. Thank you! I think that’s the most important thing you can do when interviewing someone is just give them space to speak 😊
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  926. Oh no! I'm sorry your tore your lower spine's cartilage! Hopefully you've made a full recovery by now. I very much agree though, that a big part of it is probably filtering through the press who often like to exaggerate the most "shocking" parts of an interview in order to increase clicks, which as a business it's fair enough. That's often what big business is. I'm more a Bronte sisters person myself too!
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  927. Thank you!!
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  928. @Maggie Avrit  I released this video over a year ago when my channel was maybe 8,000 subscribers and never expected it’d grow to this size. The algorithm only picked up this video a month or two ago 😊 regardless, I didn’t have a lot of choice in the matter if I wanted to make sure people could benefit from this informative content and so that it wouldn’t just get buried, so this decision was solely to ensure that as many people as possible could have access to this information.
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  929. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  930. Thanks so much Anna! I’ll definitely make a part 2 if I have another week where I’m not able to research a topic as heavily due to other commitments or health reasons. It’s nice to have “easier” videos like this on the ready 😁 And it’s very true! We have many equally as odd practices today. I’m glad though that regardless of the time some individuals have strived to express unique elements of their tastes and personalities if possible.
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  931. Super fascinating, right?
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  932. Thanks so much for watching Mackenzie! I just had no other twill tape available, so I made due with this, and it is extremely comfortable. The top of the wool really pads out the band, especially with all the pleats, so I don't feel it one bit. Additionally, it isn't bulky at all, which I think adds to the comfort. You should use though whatever width of twill tape that you feel most comfortable with! The widths of waistband tapes (and materials used) varied so much in the 18th century.
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  933.  @loretta2539  Ah perfect then! This is exactly the right resource. Please Instagram or email me a photo once it's done, I would love to see!
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  934. Absolutely! It must have been quite a skill. I'm not extensively familiar on the editing practices of the Victorians, but on top of heavily posing the images like you say, they are could darken or lighten parts of the negative by scraping it and painting directly on it, hence why you get such drastic waistlines specifically. It's funny how photo alteration has been a thing even since way back then 😂
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  935. Thank you Blue! I switched from a lapel mic to a boom mic, which I much prefer, so I think that's why. I often feel stiff and uncomfortable hooked up to a lapel mic, because I'm fearful of moving in case there are rustling noises and things that pick up in the audio lol. So yep, using the boom from now on. I really appreciate all the info about rinsing with cold water for the vinegar as well. I will definitely start doing that. I have really coarse, thick, and wavy/curly hair, so frizz is something I'm prone to, and I'm sure things like washing with cold water instead could make a big difference 😊
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  936.  @KraccatiusManor  Thank you for the suggestion! Sadly, looking at the ingredients, there are some that I can't use due to sensitivities. I have to be careful with most of my personal care products because I'm quite sensitive to a lot of different cosmetic chemicals, so I had to switch to more "natural" products when I was a teenager. Natural is kind of loaded word because natural things are still technically chemicals, but I mean natural in the organic ingredients found in nature sense with minimal persevatives, other additives, etc. hahaha. I'm sure it works wonderfully though!
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  937. Awww thank you so much for your ongoing support! 🥰
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  938. A pleasant surprise! 🥰
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  939. To be fair, not finishing your seams is incredibly historically “accurate” 🤣
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  940. Thanks so much Khensani! I definitely think there are ways to balance out more "working appropriate" clothes, whilst still making them trimmed, embellished, etc. I think 1840s can actually be really nice for this, or even just wrappers specifically, because all classes wore them and they're so easy to make simple or more complex, with detachable elements too like pretty removable collars, undersleeves, etc. which can totally change them from "casual" to more "ornate".
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  941. Thank you for your comment, however, this isn't deli lunch meat! My butcher makes roast beef and then chills it, and then slices it fresh in front of me :)
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  942. I used to work on sets occasionally, and yep, it’s an incredibly un-glamorous job definitely. But that’s the part of it people don’t normally see as the camera can polish everything up and make it look perfect.
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  943. I work as a colourist, so less on the programming side (though it does dip into coding for some, I just don't code yet). Not a programmer :)
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  944. Wonderful video Nicole! There's nothing quite like the feel of starched linen. So lovely to have a resource like this one, which can help guide us on our own historical sewing journeys.
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  945. It’s a similar era to when some of the Hollywood pirate movies were filmed, that could maybe be why 😊 and thank you! I speak Russian fluently so I think that helps with understanding the pronunciation since there’s Ж
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  946. Yes! Such a fun activity to do whilst doing other things 😊
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  947. Hope you enjoyed it! ☺️
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  948. The word shawl comes from Persian apparently, and there is a lot of Persian influence on Volga Tatars as well as Turkic people in general ☺️ In Icelandic, it is also sjal, like in Swedish!
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  949. Rice is accurate. It was imported to Europe during medieval times as well as growing north of Italy. It was just a very wealthy person food and not affordable for the every day person. If you search about rice and medieval times on Google you’ll see many resources confirming this.
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  950. 😅 hope you enjoyed the video and weren't too tired the next day!
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  951.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thank you Catherine! I hope you’re well ♥️
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  952. That's such a compliment, thank you! 😊 I'm glad that it looks so similar. I have a small antique collection, and examining the late Victorian pieces in it really helped to prepare me I think for the construction, as there are always some similarities between decades.
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  953. Thanks so much Gitta! 😊
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  954. This is a very mean comment.
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  955. Either from Penny River Costumes, Darcy Clothing, Nehelenia Patterns, or American Duchess. Quite a few other places sell them too!
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  956. That’s the great thing about fashion, it’s free to experiment with regardless of the season or custom! 😊
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  957. Thank you so much, Lilja! 😊
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  958. Hahaha thank you so much Jae 😊 And thanks for noticing the outros always! They're the most exciting part to edit, film, plan, and colour grade usually. I have a few really fun projects already planned for 2022 and I'm excited for you to see them 💕
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  959. Whilst I agree that it is something many go through and should be openly spoken about, it’s on YouTube’s list of demonetised words, and if I hadn’t censored it, the video would have gotten suppressed potentially. If the video got suppressed, fewer people would get recommended this video, and fewer people would have access to this information. Please consider why I maybe did this before calling things stupid. Thanks 😊
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  960. Complete truth!
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  961. Blue carbon copy paper is great absolutely, but yes far more expensive, less accessible. The yellow/white varieties are easily found at sewing supplies stores. They're good with dark fabrics, but not with anything light.
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  962. None of that type of tea to spill, thankfully 😅
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  963. ❤️❤️❤️
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  964. I love Nicole’s work ☺️
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  965.  @sixstringedthing  Thank you!!
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  966. My father is about half Ukrainian! 😊 and I am a Kazan Tatar on my other side ❤️ glad you enjoy the videos!
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  967. I’m wondering perhaps if the jewellery maker filed the beaks down when they were painted gold? I’d be worried about a long beak sticking someone’s eye 🤣 I also really hope though that they were natural death hummingbirds, though since that problem wasn’t the normal practice in the 19th century, I’m sad for the little hummingbirds 😞 the fetish boots are amazing! Haha
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  968. Your linen sports bra sounds super comfy! And it’s true, I remember when I used to wear a modern bra some years ago, it was never comfortable because I could never get one that fit well lol.
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  969. Thank you so much Emma! ❤️
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  970. Yeah exactly 😊
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  971. Thanks so much!!
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  972. These are all great ways to reduce waste! I think learning to darn and make simple seam repairs is really helpful. Also, sometimes costumers on Etsy will have sales on old garments, and learning simple alterations could make them fitted and wearable. So little things like that 😊Also responsibly sourced deadstock fabrics can sometimes be more affordable, and if the company is ethical, they are hopefully then not going into the landfill. Any one else have any other ideas?
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  973. That’s wonderful to hear how much cross-stitch helps you! Let me know how it goes with the active meditation 🥰
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  974. I’m not a seamstress. I make my clothing for myself (and sometimes share it on this channel) and on very rare occasion I make custom garments for sale. I do this specifically because making money off of sewing frequently wouldn’t bring me joy. I work in the film industry.
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  975. Thanks Fema! It’s definitely not easy but the more one does it, the more it becomes a habit (and therefore far more intuitive) 😊
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  976. Thank you for watching and for your comment! I’m so sorry you have to go through the impacts of having endometriosis. I hope that you are able to have a supportive and compassionate medical team to help you with managing the symptoms.
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  977. Yes amazing! I’ve found olive oil pure in the past to be a bit heavy, but it does definitely work really well for some people! And there are probably some dilutions that make it work even better.
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  978. Thanks so much! Definitely try cartridge pleating as it’s pretty straightforward and has a nice result 😊 i typically buy 7-10 metres of fabric for an ensemble like this with multiple pieces, but it isn’t due to the silk, it’s due to the cartridge pleating! The downside about the method is that it absolutely eats up fabric. Some skirts will even have like 5-6 metres of fabric condensed with these pleats. So yeah, other types of pleating are way more effective when it comes to fabric conservation, but the sheer volume of fabric is also part of why cartridge pleats makes the skirt look so voluminous.
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  979. Yay that’s so awesome! I never know if my more “how to” content is going to appeal to all skill levels, as it’s mainly targeting for beginners, but it’s great to learn it taught you something new even though you’re very experienced 😊
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  980.  @RychaardRyder  Thanks Kendrick! I specifically chose this one as just back lacing, as it's meant to be a lightweight summer sports corset. I'm really used to lacing into stays often or into corsets, so while I do have some with busks, this specific one doesn't have a busk 😊
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  981. Absolutely! Fit is key, with or without the addition of singing 🥰
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  982. Thank you so much Elly! That’s very kind 🥰
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  983. Thank you 😊
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  984. Thank you very much! Looking it up, it appears to be 14K rose gold, and the stone may be some type of corundum based off of other similar USSR models that I see listed online. They all seem to contain the same stamp and metal and are from the same time period too (either 1960s or 70s) and they all contain some type of corundum.
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  985. Hi Pati! Thanks so much for watching and for your compliments on the channel and my style! That's amazing that you've started sewing. Taking a garment and repurposing it into something else is a wonderful way to start. I wish you all the best on your sewing journey, and I hope that you make plenty of garments you love in the future 😊
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  986. Definitely! But I wonder how this will shift as time progresses too. Will vintage eventually become historical or will it remain vintage?
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  987. It’s great to see you here too!! I had a totally different video planned for next week, but I’m glad I sat down to record this one over the weekend 🥰 Modern bras are often horrible for smaller busts, let alone larger busts as you describe your experience! You totally should make some short stays or something similar as I’m sure you’d like them way more and feel far more supported. I hope you’re doing well and definitely more Rúna content to come! See you in two weeks ❤️
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  988. Thank you Lilja!! ❤️❤️❤️🥹
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  989. Thank you! 😊
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  990. Yes agreed! I think too some bodies are more fit to wear “standard” sizing than others, and so a body that is very short backed for instance (like my own), an off the rack corset likely wouldn’t be comfortable.
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  991.  @nessyness5447  yeah exactly! That would’ve been a much healthier and more reasonable way to create that type of drama
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  992. Thank you so much for sharing your perspective of what comfort means to you! The dress is an 1840s style wrapper I made using Laughing Moon no. 118 as the pattern. It’s made from a nice linen, and is my go to summer dress as it’s so comfy! I wore it with full historical under layers in 32 degree heat a couple weeks ago for many hours outside and also a hike and felt great 🥰
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  993. Thank you so much! That’s a wonderful reason to wear more historical clothing, absolutely. It’s very liberating to no longer have to care about trends.
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  994. Thank you! I love editing and cinematography 😊
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  995. It is, I’m so grateful to Dr. Kim. Thanks for watching!
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  996. Thank you so much Fi! Sending lots of love your way and I hope that things improve soon!
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  997.  @quotoligest1769  Thank you! 😊 It won't be a big international move this time, as I'm accustomed to, so I feel relatively stress-free about it shockingly!
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  998. I think that's a lovely idea, thank you! :)
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  999. I always hike in skirts too and people think it’s ridiculous! Lol
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  1000.  @Kaczyfunny  thank you! It would definitely be fun 😊 I’ve taken these types of photos for fun or to send to friends but that’s it so far 😂
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  1001.  @bossyboots5000  awww thank you 😊 Skillshare is definitely an amazing resource and the library books analogy is a great one.
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  1002. Thanks a ton Sua! I totally agree, wearability is a wonderful aspect when it happens with historical clothing. If I'm spending hundreds of hours making something by hand, I want to be able to wear it for a lifetime lol.
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  1003. Exactly! They were superfluous and then to top it off, a completely unnecessary discomfort!
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  1004. Thanks Neartmhor! It's great to hear from you. If it helps with your lookout, I believe it's originally a male's pinky ring, though I could be mistaken. That's just what I was told as a teenager 😂 I can imagine being in Australia definitely does complicate matters. A friend of mine in Canada has the same problem, where there aren't many affordable options, though shipping from the UK to Canada is oddly affordable, which I can imagine is not really a viable option with you being in Australia. As you mention 😊 Do you have in-person estate sales in Australia? That is sometimes a great way to find antique pieces for cheap, as everything needs to get sold regardless since it's a clear-out. Reproductions are an excellent solution as well! There are quite a few artists as well specifically releasing affordable historical replica jewellery and it is so beautiful. Plenty of pieces also could work for historybounding and historical just because of some of the similar qualities (so much 1980s jewellery for instance). It's great you've managed to find solutions that work well for you even considering the lack of affordable shipping to Australia or the lack of a range of inexpensive antiques to choose from.
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  1005. I honestly reference the Bedouin. They have an ancient and traditional practice of wearing full robes in the hottest deserts (generally made of goat’s wool). They’re incredibly intelligent tribes that have thrived for hundreds and hundreds of years nomadically and in some of the hottest places of the world. I would take this wisdom and knowledge as far more accurate than the very modern practice of wearing less clothing when it’s hot. (Nothing against people who choose to of course). Also, less sun damage/sun screen application which saves money and your skin. When I told my dermatologist I wear long sleeves in the heat he was like “heck yeah! Great job protecting your skin” lol
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  1006. I'm not a historian, so I don't know for sure, but my guess is that there was wool-woven cloth as well as special weave linen that could be used for menstruation aprons, and would also perhaps offer support for someone experiencing urinary incontinence. By the late 1800s, there are also sanitary belts being made and sold (sort of like early pads) which I'd imagine could be used too.
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  1007. Hahaha sewing manicure, I love it! The double tracing wheel is from Clover I believe, and I saw it on madetosew while buying some other sewing supplies and it's so handy!
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  1008.  @cadileigh9948  all of Google and most of the internet uses this system as well because it is programmed by individuals with a bias. You’d have to give up the entire internet.
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  1009. Thanks for sharing that about your experience with the hand crank machine! Hand cranks are a beautiful option, and they make you feel very close to your work. Plus so many of them can sew through things like leather, which electric machines can struggle with. It’s lovely that you’ve managed to find a compromise that can keep you sewing, regardless of what your disability might throw at you. That’s amazing 😊 Warm clothes are definitely a must, as you say, if you’re moving north. This petticoat would be a super excellent option for an extra layer of warmth, and just to trap in some of the heat closer to the body. I think your ideas of using a wind-proof fleece and a quilted one with wool batting are perfect for serving as a source of heat. Additionally, you might consider cotton moleskin. Though cotton isn’t always the warmest material, because moleskin is a fustian, I find it to be quite toasty, and can often be sourced for more affordable prices because of its prevalence.
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  1010. Late Victorian and Edwardian
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  1011. Hahaha thank you Lisa! Very much so. It’s the big studios responsibility to make it a priority to fund comfortable undergarments for their cast members and to stop spreading the narrative of corsetry being akin to torture.
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  1012. Oooo I'm sure that vintage one has plenty of sentimental value! Perhaps you can have two, your childhood one and the DIY one 😉
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  1013. Linen is definitely such a life saver, and tropical wool! (Similar to historical worsted wool). It definitely does take getting used to though, as you say, and also listening very carefully to one’s body
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  1014. Hahahaha well done for guessing the pink one! They were all so hard 😅
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  1015. Thanks so much Jay! the weight lifting belts you speak of are definitely so similar. I used to lift at one point (I know that might seem shocking) and I’d wear a lifting belt and it always felt quite similar. The corset, I’d say, is just even more comfortable since it’s for even more prolonged use and made from a different material 😊
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  1016. Yes!! Rachel Maksy definitely needs to make a newspaper dress! That would be so cool haha. And thanks so much DesertRose! My eyes are always basically healed as it’s been about a week now (I filmed the video last weekend) 😊 I’m really happy with the results and how it’s improved my quality of life!
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  1017.  @laurencecrafts332  thank you so much Laurence! It was such a pleasure!
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  1018. Many of them aren’t! 😊 I have others as well with busks that are a bit more rigid, but they act just the same whilst I’m singing.
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  1019.  @albigucko9518  hi! It’s kind of wild how similar many of us Kazan Tatars look. I’m even mixed with other things because of my father’s genetics but I still look soooo Tatar 😂
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  1020. Thank you for all the great additional tips 😊
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  1021. I'm Russian-American! (Though I'm an ethnic minority: Tatar/Cossack). I was educated in the states, but visited Russia 1-2 months a year until I was 15 or so. Then when I was 19 I moved to Iceland and lived there for 4-5 years. I then moved to the UK last year. Russian is technically my first language, but I learned English soon after, and then I lived in Iceland, I began learning Icelandic, and now I am also learning Welsh and Tatar for personal reasons. I've used British English spellings though since I was a child, as well as some British pronunciations.
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  1022. Ahhh that’s awesome to hear that you wear historical/historically-inspired clothing as well! It really is quite fascinating how much responses can vary lol. Thanks for watching 😊
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  1023. Yep! Which is why I put emphasis on the variant "lorn" specifically, as I've seen it far less often in the fantasy genre or historical fiction.
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  1024. Yeah I do agree that it was probably more about the colours and fabrics and such (and perhaps general aesthetic). Now that element is really hard to know the deeper meaning of. Masculinity and femininity was just so different back then, and so was the culture.
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  1025. Thank you!! I have wavy-curly hair naturally, and haven’t totally figured out yet how to properly take care of it, but I’m getting there. My hair in the intro is my day three natural waves when I do take care of it properly. Wash days usually take me about 2-3 hours so it’s a lot of work to care for. I haven’t used an egg wash in a while but I used to twice a month and loved it. I’m going to start again soon though as regular protein is healthy and important for wavy-curly hair. I use all natural hair products though. I start with a clarifying shampoo, sometimes twice for two total washes, and then use a leave in conditioner as a regular conditioner and then wash it out. It’s because I have low porosity but a lot of hair. My hair is medium in strand density. I brush my hair with the conditioner using a wet brush. Then once both shampoo and conditioner are thoroughly rinsed, I take my soaking wet hair and add a curl cream, brushing it through and using something called a “rake and shake” method with a curly hair brush. And then I also add in a hair gel and do the same. I take a silk towel and scrunch my hair to get the excess water out, then I diffuse or air dry. I have a lot of hair and it’s pretty long so the diffusing takes a lot of time. I also spray with a botanical natural hair spray when it’s a little bit drier. I keep my hair away when sleeping by either placing it in a braid and then a silk cap (sometimes just a braid if it’s day 6 or 7 before my wash day, as I normally wash my hair once a week), or I take a silk scrunchy and loosely tie it to the top of my head and then place all the excess hair into a silk cap. Hopefully that’s helpful! In a lot of the shots I have just brushed my curls out because they were at a later stage in the week and I didn’t feel like refreshing them with water, so I opted to brush them out instead.
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  1026. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  1027. It’s so wild to imagine how recent it was too that things started to shift around visibly seeing pregnancy. Definitely feel really grateful that people are proud of pregnancy today generally and don’t force it to be hidden.
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  1028. That's a very understandable concern, and it shows your care and kindness for the world which is a beautiful thing. I think too now there are so many blatantly a part of the "vintage style, not vintage values" movement, that there is the space to dress more old fashioned, and I think more often than not it's just seen now as artistic or even just quirky (and people like that are perceived I think as more open on the social front). I'm happy to hear though that you still decided to wear the clothes you wanted to regardless, and that it has been more of a positive thing!
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  1029.  @melissel5648  ​ @Mélisse L That's exactly it, it is a genocide. And I, too, don't understand why it isn't seen as such.
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  1030. Thank you! I add in tons of seam allowance into my projects as well for the exact same reason. Just gives an entirely new level of sustainability to the garment, since then it could be altered for many years to come 😊 They are quite intimidating! Perhaps cut out some separate pieces and do some practice rounds just to make it feel a bit less scary.
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  1031. This is honestly the fun corner of the internet! 😀
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  1032. Thank you Ash! You did so well too, you were so incredibly speedy 😊
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  1033. Yes exactly!! There's this common hair powder worn very often during the 18th century and its main ingredients are cinnamon and cloves, so I often joke with people that some individuals must have walked around smelling of holiday cookies hahaha.
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  1034. Agreed 😊 Asking for help and support is so vital.
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  1035. Thank you! I do :) https://youtu.be/avdUBg4m68w?si=arXFDX8_1mSbaax2
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  1036. Thank you for your comment and for sharing your story! I am actually really sensitive to brand new commercial clothing (or even linens) and sometimes have allergic reactions to them unless it gets washed immediately, because of the formaldehyde and other chemicals they add on (same with why I have to use more "natural" detergents, I end up with rashes otherwise). Maybe this is part of what drove me to start wearing historical and making my own. So I totally see where you are coming from with that statement, because these are things we often only have to think about if it impacts us negatively. I love Nicole's video on the arsenic issues, it's fascinating. I think the Victorians being crazy thing (at least in my mind) is either tongue-in-cheek, or it is just bizarre practices to us, because sometimes they can be such different practices (like wearing taxidermy birds on hats lol). But definitely there is this mainstream narrative that they were foolish , which I disagree with (just as you say, "they took the first steps..." I appreciate the warm welcome. I'm very happy to be back! It feels like I was gone forever lol. See you next week 😊
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  1037. Thank you for watching! I have never had that happen before, and have actually never heard of that happening either. I've actually heard the opposite, that waxing silk thread benefits it in many ways including making it stronger, making it get less tangled, and also making it stiffer, and therefore easier to work with. This is, of course, for hand sewing thread. I hardly ever use a machine (and don't even own anything but a hand crank vintage machine) so I wouldn't know the first thing about machine thread! But this is what I've learned and understand about hand sewing with silk thread.
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  1038. Important advice 😊
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  1039. Thank you! I do back strengthening exercises every single day (without the corset) for this exact reason. The same can be said though for people who sit a lot/work at a desk as the back generally isn’t upright in those situations.
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  1040. Tatars have a similar dish called Бөрәк (böräk), so a different spelling than бурек, however this is an interesting observation as the "burek" part might be to describe the top of the hat in a sense. The "kamchat" part describes the fur (which is believed to be beaver skin brought from the Kamchatka peninsula, hence the name possibly.) So I'd imagine then the "burek" part would describe the top part of the hat (which is circular, kind of like the pastry). I'm still learning Tatar, however, so I'm not certain. I grew up speaking Russian and not Tatar, even though my grandma speaks Tatar, and so I'm finally learning now :)
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  1041. So glad the video has been so useful Gib! I hope you make many colourful and lovely DIY shoes in the future 🥰
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  1042. Thanks so much! 😊 glad you enjoyed the video!!
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  1043. Oh 100%! I always say this too. It’s why whenever I discuss my personal experience of wearing historical fashion, I preface the conversations with acknowledging that this is what’s comfortable for me but may not be for everyone, because everyone has different experiences and preferences, and that’s a wonderful thing.
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  1044. I love this 😊
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  1045. Thanks for the recommendation Kay! I do actually own a hand-crank sewing machine (an old Singer) but I rarely use it (and most only for house linens). In addition to being fearful of electric sewing machines, I also just feel I have little control with them because of the disconnect from the thread, and I find hand sewing far more relaxing, portable, etc. so I'm really happy just to stick with the hand stitching as I have grown especially fond of it 😊
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  1046. Thank you so much! I love when two interests collide like this 😄 I'm really glad you enjoyed the video!
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  1047. Glad you enjoyed the video! As I’m not a historian and rather just a hobbiest, I have no idea how they’d be painted honestly. I wonder if they were perhaps painted prior to being treated with oil/wax?
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  1048. Lol this is a pretty great idea!
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  1049. Perhaps I should just make cards with links to my channel honestly 😂
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  1050.  @OscarFeathers  I’m so sorry to hear that ☹️ I’m sure that’s extremely frustrating. Do you think there are subtle ways you can implement historical elements that are maybe more “mainstream”?
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  1051.  @OscarFeathers  just seeing this now, but yay 😊
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  1052. Thank you! I totally agree, it is very sad that more men aren't interested in historical/vintage fashion, and I very much do hope for a shift as well 😊
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  1053. There was fish sauce in 2 of the recipes that I selected.
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  1054. Awww! I definitely wanted to portray the nostalgia, and I can see how that could also feel sad too. It's interesting how the two emotions can often go hand-in-hand! But thank you very much. It's definitely such a versatile historical option 😊
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  1055. Здорово что вы нашли такой свитер )) наверно о cycling sweater вы говорите?
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  1056. I’m so sorry to hear about your allergy 😔 this is actually why I try to stay away from describing synthetics as “bad” because I actually think they have a place in our world, especially for those with wool allergies (which is more common then you think, I actually know of a few people with a wool allergy). I hope that you never feel any shame for utilising synthetics in order to keep yourself warm, because truly there’s nothing wrong with that especially since your options are limited ❤️
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  1057. That’s a very good point! Same here probably. Though it sucks that the actors would have to do so themselves. I also don’t know if the production would allow them to wear their own? I suppose they’d have to demand it in their contract. You’d think an employee’s comfort would be a priority 😂
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  1058. Thanks Cora! I will definitely have to check out Dolthalion 😊
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  1059.  @stephaniepiccioni1047  awww thank you so much for supporting! I hope you enjoy your free month 😊 I’ve used their platform for a while so I was really stoked about this sponsorship!
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  1060. I have a somewhat now outdated Q&A video where I talk a lot about this stuff! With regards to living in my car, I was houseless when I was 18 for about a year.
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  1061. That’s so wonderful to hear! I’m so glad it found you 🥰
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  1062. It absolutely can be! The back stitch for example as you probably know can be stronger than a machine stitch, but that strength is increased by thread weight and stitch density (fewer stitches per inch) and so in principle the actual seam isn’t complex, but does require time and patience, which is why I think machine sewing has become more popular today, especially since we live in a very fast paced and consumerist society.
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  1063. I think really the pattern found me lol! It is the only one I had my eye on in that book, so I was pretty surprised when all the meausrements lined up. I hope you enjoy the first video! Thanks as always for the compliments on the video 😊
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  1064. Thank you :) a few people left comments about this as well.
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  1065. Thanks so much Rowena! 😊 I already have the filming of more episodes scheduled and I’m very excited about them 🥰
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  1066. The cotton pair I wear underneath keeps the wool pair up due to the friction! The cotton pair stay up quite well on their own for my legs, but I can also use garters to tie them (or even just strings). For the Tatar clothing, the way I can use the bathroom quickly is with how I tie the knot. I loop the first part twice through before tying the bow, and I only do a single bow. This helps to keep them up without the need for a double knot, making it easy to undo the tie when it’s time to use the bathroom. They get tucked into my wool stockings as well, so they don’t fall off my body completely and end up on the floor if I have to untie them. Stay warm! 😊
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  1067. My pleasure! Thanks for watching. I have never made one myself, but perhaps if I do I will film it for Youtube 😊
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  1068. Thank you! That's so lovely to hear that it's helpful. I'm diagnosed ADD as well, so I think I try to approach it from that point, so I'm glad it's all helpful!
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  1069. That must be lovely!
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  1070. I think sadly youtube has deleted your last comment reply @Skirted Galleons Did it perhaps include a link? That could potentially be why.
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  1071. Merci beaucoup!! 😊
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  1072. Thank you so much! I always wash wool with a specific wool friendly soap and also on a wool setting (and low heat) just as a heads up 😊 otherwise it can really shrink the fibres.
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  1073.  @LixiaWinter  ooooo a silk sash would be so cool!
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  1074. I have an older video on how to save money on fabric on my channel actually! I buy a lot of my fabric nowadays in the U.K. from a site called AmoThreads. I’ve also found Facebook marketplace to be quite helpful.
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  1075. there is soooo much Victorian content out there already. The world of historical fashion is massive and I’m really enjoying exploring and honouring other eras and cultures ☺️
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  1076. I would love to at some point! 😊
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  1077. Awww thanks so much for your lovely comment! I'm so happy to hear this is exactly what you needed at this moment 💕Keep going with the historybounding 😊
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  1078. Thank you Caroline! I use the same sort of wrap! That's why I had to mention it in the video because it's so reminiscent of oilskin, as it's essentially the same premise 😅 I hope you're safe and well 💕
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  1079. That’s okay! There’s always the next 12 months, or the next 12 months after that 😊 it’s no rush!
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  1080. It is indeed in superb condition! So much so, I nearly thought it was new when I first received it a couple years ago. But it’s definitely not. I would guess it was likely only worn once, though I could be mistaken. Very little wear certainly.
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  1081. I remember when it was called a pound sign too! Hahaha 😂 they didn’t say what the sign was called unfortunately. Victorians definitely probably had wild lives behind closed doors haha
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  1082. Ooo this is really great to know! Thanks for the tip
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  1083. Thanks so much Maureen!
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  1084. Thank you Peta! I love the buffalo one as well, absolutely gorgeous and meaningful.
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  1085. I can be concerned about the big events of the world and also be concerned about the smaller day-to-day things. You're here watching this video, so you must care to some extent about what's going on with Bridgerton and corsets. Have a nice day!
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  1086.  @EliseDoomSlayer  I don’t actually sew corsets (I wear them for back support due to back pain). I sew my own historical clothes though and it’s because hand sewing is an extremely therapeutic act, it’s art and the world always needs arts and artists having an artistic outlet, and also it’s for sustainability reasons. I don’t buy clothes outside of what I make or someone else has painstakingly made. Is climate change not a big issue in the world? I spend so much time hand sewing my own clothing because it’s grounding and present, the opposite of living in a fantasy world, and it also allows me to know exactly where the clothes I wear come from, which is something the modern world has become disconnected from. I’m practicing one of the oldest forms of clothing-making (which has been a dying art) so I don’t see how your “modernity” argument relates? What I’m doing is the opposite of modern.
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  1087. I wear them daily because they are far more practical for what I need them for. I unfortunately do know what pain and suffering is and have gone through my own fair share of it because I grew up financially unstable, had to work my butt off to get any type of stability in life, have had a lot of death in my life, and I’m an ethnic minority so my family and ancestors have gone through genocide, much like is happening all over the world today. I, for one, am glad that many in the world today don’t have to go through this same stuff and have lives where they can think about the more joyful things like making art. I’m grateful you’re appreciative about the sewing advice, but I also don’t think you know me, my life, my past, or who I am outside of the videos you’ve seen of me.
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  1088. I love the slowness of it. It’s meditative, and it’s a practice. I love feeling each stitch of the garment and knowing I made each stitch. Sewing machines also overwhelm me and make me feel like I don’t want to sew. So hand work works for me. My clothes aren’t uncomfortable at all by the way, even if they look it to you! I don’t think someone historically would think of my clothes as uncomfortable, as most of what I make is very easy to mix with other pieces in my wardrobe, and all of my hems are kept short and at a manageable length. I also wear a lot of simple linen and wool garments day to day. My wardrobe is honestly very simple and comfortable in a historical context. Cosy jumpsuits sound nice but I’ve personally always loved wearing long skirts and haven’t really favoured trousers, so this is my version of comfort. It’s different but it’s truly comfortable for me and might be for others too. Also, I get most of my fabric deadstock, so it often costs me no more than £12 a metre at the very most, but typically closer to £7. Whilst it might look expensive, the materials aren’t.
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  1089. Hats are great! Though because they’re seen so little now aside from perhaps very fancy events, I feel like for those who wear historical fashion or historybound, they’re often the thing we leave out because they garner a lot of attention lol
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  1090. Thanks a lot for your support and kind words! I'm definitely a big lover of natural fibres myself. They really are so much more comfortable, but I'm also biased because I have sensitive skin to synthetic fibres for prolonger wear, so I don't sew my own clothes with them for that reason, because I'd rather not have to live with irritated skin haha. I'm sorry that people don't always understand that what you wear isn't a costume, rather quality made art. It's definitely so frustrating when people don't realise how long something may have taken, but then also don't get it either if one further explains. Perhaps it's the instant-ness of our world today, it sometimes makes it hard for people to imagine that someone made something wearable completely by hand and took a significant chunk of time to do so.
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  1091. Thanks so much! More to come 😊
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  1092. Thank you Lilja ❤️ it’s true! Performing opera on stage can already be so taxing on the body, that I’m sure having the added support of the corset is a welcome addition. She is definitely super squishy and kissable hahaha
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  1093. "Citron" is "lemon" in many other languages as well, but this doesn't correlate with the citron plant, they're different citrus types! The naming system is just very confusing. The wikipedia page talks about this hahaha.
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  1094. Really glad you’re loving the series! Many more episodes to come ☺️
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  1095. I think it’s more the second personally! It’s some modern standard of the “small waist via corset” which is very trendy right now in the world and I think they just bought into it, but didn’t do so with an actual shift etc underneath (and probably other issues), so I can imagine the actors truly were uncomfortable!
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  1096. Very true! One of my goals is to change that 🥰 hope you enjoyed the video!
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  1097. Hahahahaha thank you! 😊 you’d be surprised how many people assume everyone tightlaced
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  1098.  @ReneeneeP  I tried googling around for some more info, but it doesn't look like there is much available about people trying this. I just can't really think why it wouldn't be okay, since vodka is like a low-strength, made-for-human consumption rubbing alcohol anyways 😂
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  1099. Sounds like a James Bond movie.
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  1100.  @UNknown-sd3ki  fur is certainly not for everyone. And as I mentioned in the video, I personally do not wear any new fur. But I think that for us to just go and throw out all of the fur that currently exists that is vintage and secondhand could potentially be wasteful, as a life was still lost for that fur and not by one's own demands, but the decisions of someone else unrelated. There are also tons of other materials hand muffs can be made of as a good alternative.
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  1101. History was nothing but simple! Slow living — sure. All the other stuff that was difficult and scary — no thanks.
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  1102. Thanks so much Lilja! You’re definitely doing plenty 💕
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  1103. I have quite narrow shoulders as well. With the chitons, you can move the neck line stitches a bit closer together so the neckline hangs less off of the shoulders :)
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  1104. Thanks for sharing your process! The ladder stitches type trick with darts is such a wonderfully useful one. It makes creating them so much more straightforward. I think I bought the tracing wheel initially because I wanted to be able to see my stitch line on the wrong side of the fabric when working with a no seam allowance added pattern piece, since adding your own is generally never going to be super accurate unless everything is measured carefully. So the tracing wheel was great for that but these tailor’s tacks take care of both pieces in one go which is just brilliant. It’s lovely to see how many different ways there are to go about marking fabric.
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  1105. I've added links and info about where I got each layer in the description box 😊
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  1106. Thanks for watching! 😊 It definitely is such a rabbit hole lol. And there’s always just another style or detail to discover around the corner!
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  1107. Thanks for your comment Lillian! I agree, I'd love for more historical costuming people to do this too, as it'd be so great to see their wardrobes 💜
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  1108. Yeah #8 is super funny definitely! I guess it's just because movement and comfort is different in historical clothes, rather than being lessened, so perhaps for those who aren't familiar with historical dress or haven't worn it ever themselves, it would appear from the outside to be more difficult to move in haha.
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  1109. Hahaha yes enjoy falling down the rabbit hole! From what I understand is it adds protein or something along that line. I read about it once but didn’t absorb the information clearly 😂 that’s very cool you used to use egg as well!
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  1110.  @RychaardRyder  thank you!! It’s definitely going to get worn a lot 😊
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  1111. Have you checked out Fabric Mart at all? You might find some good deals there 😊
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  1112.  @chad-kj5sz  thank you very much!
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  1113. The Gone with the Wind scene is so silly hahaha. Thanks so much!! I hope you’re both doing well 🥰
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  1114.  @anotherspawn  then you don’t have to watch 😊
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  1115. It is honestly such a gift! It can be so easy for tiny things to go wrong with drawing your own lines. It’s such a fragile process. Your vintage patterns project sounds lovely 🥰 thanks for your comment Cathy 😊
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  1116. The variety is really amazing over there, so many priceless resources! Glad you enjoyed the video!
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  1117. I’ve never lined anything with wool personally, but a great tip for those who do. Thanks 😊
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  1118. Thanks Shimma! I'm happy you enjoyed the video. That's awesome to hear that one of your friends always used to wear one in the winter. It's nice to know that the muff hasn't completely disappeared.
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  1119.  @LiljaHusmo  That's so sweet, thank you! I love watching all your new videos too 😊
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  1120. So true!
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  1121. That’s awesome to hear!
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  1122. Thank you very much Catherine, it all makes perfect sense 🥰 I’ve been at an event, hence the delayed response 😊
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  1123. Thanks for your comment. I completely agree that is an incredibly beautiful part of being passed down those skills. It makes you feel deeply connected to your ancestors as well. I speak Russian fluently and that always is what makes me feel connected to my ancestors, as I was taught the language by my mother and grandmother and always used it as a child, and then I went on to study it deeper. My grandmother and mother are actually both fantastic sewists, and I was taught to do a simple stitch when I was a child (they even had me use one of those child sewing machines) but I never made anything or actually progressed with it. I knew how to do a running and whip stitch by hand when I stared with historical sewing, and even then I did them in very funny ways that were inefficient haha. That’s very cool though to hear you have been making lace using YouTube, as I’m sure it’s a relaxing and useful skill, especially to add on to all the other crafting/making skills that you know how to do 😊 It’s amazing what one can find here on YouTube. No matter how deep the niche, there is probably some helpful information on the topic.
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  1124. Thank you so much for the helpful tip June! I greatly appreciate it. I actually mostly use a brass thimble these days as I finally found one that actually fits my small fingertips. But anytime I use a leather one again, I will be sure to use your wonderful tip! 😊
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  1125. Thanks so much Gitta 😊 Glad you enjoyed the video!
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  1126. Thank you very much! I'm so glad to hear you're feeling motivated to wear historical clothing and hand sew. I promise it's much less intimidating with time, it just takes some practice and determination. Best of luck with practicing the stitches. Interlinings or underlinings were definitely used in the 18th century, more so though as structural layers or warmth layers, and from what I understand about them (as someone who has never actually opened up an 18th century extant) is they are essentially a slightly smaller copy of the outer layer, are then sewn onto the outer layer discreetly, and then covered by a lining. Though I don't know for sure, I doubt all garments had underlinings or interlinings but certainly it would have been necessary for some garments. I'll definitely try and do a video on this topic though once I've researched it more thoroughly, thanks for the suggestion!
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  1127. Thank you so much! I highly recommend starting with something more “ancient” (Ancient Greek, Medieval, Viking, etc.) as the shapes are a lot simpler to work with. Under garments, like a shift, are an excellent first project as well because they’re very forgiving and will give you plenty of long straight seams to practice some of your stitches (back stitch, running back stitch, etc.) I’m currently scripting a “Hand Sewing with Confidence” course as well, which I hope to release in a couple of months.
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  1128. A bad idea or a supreme challenge? 😉🥰
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  1129.  @LiljaHusmo  if in doubt, just cut it short 😂
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  1130. Thank you!! 😁
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  1131. Thanks so much! Definitely sad home economics has gone away. When I was of school age, they had already removed it from the school system, not to mention I went to school in a relatively poor and underfunded area and we didn’t have a lot of electives because of it. Because of that I had to teach myself to sew just a couple of years ago. I hope you enjoy the channel!
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  1132. Thank you 🙂 Much love and peace to you!
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  1133. Precisely! I always make the comparison to shoes also because leather takes time to soften and so does a corset. So it’s such a good comparison. Also, custom fit shoes are going to be far more comfortable than a standard, off the rack shoe, just like with corsets.
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  1134. Thanks so much Nicola! I'm Tatar/Cossack-American so I grew up with mostly British English, which is why I say things like quid and use British spellings mainly 😂 I'm sure it does sound funny though lol
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  1135. @snailmessia this is a video that is a glimpse into the authentic experience of what the week was like for my friend and I. This is part of my experience. I believe that all parts of the experiences of life deserve to be seen and witnessed, not just the fun and happy moments. Take care!
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  1136. I utilised Professor Roger Ekirch’s research, a sleep historian, in order to obtain that 9-10PM figure.
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  1137. Thank you, Lilja! That’s awesome that you’re from somewhere close to Skjoldehamn 😊 thanks! the jumper is a replica of an 1890s cycling sweater
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  1138. I did not! I’m awful at knitting too 😂 lol. A costumer actually made it for me earlier this year!
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  1139.  @johannageisel5390  thanks! It’s called a Sontag, very popular in the 1860s. It is essentially a triangle with two very long sides that then wrap around the bust, to the back and then tie with two strings made up of crocheted chains.
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  1140. Thank you so much Watson Melon! I think people underestimate the transformational power of a very skilled therapist. I am so grateful for mine. I also recognise though that therapy is made very inaccessible (and tragically so) so I feel blessed to be able to save up enough to work with her.
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  1141. They are actually just a straight sleeve reinforced with no gusset! They are very wide (about 9.5 inches each side, so a circumference of 19 inches around the sleeve head) and because the cut of the body of the gown itself is quite wide, it doesn’t impede movement. The sleeve, however, is also gathered at the sleeve head slightly, so the actual sleeve piece circumference would probably be closer to about 21-22 inches.
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  1142. Thanks so much! Those are all wonderful things to teach your children. I appreciate you acknowledging my mention of OCD as well, as it is extremely misrepresented and normalisation of it is so crucial (as you say.) I’m actually about to film a video regarding my OCD journey which should hopefully be out in January, so more content to come on that topic 😊 The best of luck to your teen on their treatment! One of the best things a therapist ever told me was, “never stop seeking support.”
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  1143. Welcome to the channel! I’m really happy to hear that everything has been so helpful and informative. Thank you for your comment 🙂
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  1144. Thanks so much Giulia! That’s really wonderful to hear 😊
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  1145. Thank you! Someone in the world will criticise anything, no matter what one does or doesn't do. I definitely have reached a point where generally most things don't bother me (with regards to criticism in public) but I felt it was important to make this video because everyone is at a different place in their journey.
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  1146.  @reivenne  yes!! Turns out people could be very clever and intelligent historically too! 😃
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  1147.  @svenjaj.3520  oh no! Yeah I suppose that patience levels vary a lot hahaha. Calculating form the band down also works 😊 just wanted to provide an option for those who are more visual and maybe don’t enjoy the calculation bits (myself included 😂)
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  1148. Only if desired by the draper! 😂
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  1149. Nearly 30!
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  1150. Thank you!! It's becoming one of my favourites 😊 Ah yes of course! I normally don't rip my cottons, so I didn't want to comment on it. I just know not to rip silk as that can turn disastrous 😂
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  1151. Congrats on the pregnancy! Regency dresses were a great call, super accommodating for pregnancy as you say 😊 Historical fashion has many convenient elements and can be very sustainable, so I don't blame you for loving it!
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  1152. Thank you so much! 🥰 so glad you enjoyed the video!
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  1153. Thanks so much Jae! I totally agree. Cast and crew deserve so much better for all their hard work and efforts.
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  1154. It is indeed very interesting that they tend to be quite negative! Getting a chance to smell the perfumes would be very interesting. I suppose the most we can do is recreate old recipes (which are safe by present-day knowledge), and perhaps that would give a bit of a deeper glimpse. hahaha thanks for your comment Sua 😊
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  1155. Thank you!! It was a long edit, but will hopefully help many 😊
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  1156. Thank you!! :)
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  1157. It is based off the match girl strike of 1888, but the newspaper screenshot I show in my video is from the movie itself, which says 1885. Also the first movie was set in 1884. There are heavy inconsistencies in the dates they show in the newspapers on screen though and with the storyline as well.
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  1158. Thank you! 💕
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  1159. Lol, do you have the mountain of unfinished projects too? 😂 I swear it’s a commonality between all of us sewing-enthusiasts hahaha. I have worn long stays with a busk in front only, but I’d recommend perhaps making it removable? That way if you find it not to be comfortable or what you’re needing, you could easily remove it and wear the short stays regardless.
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  1160.  @katwitanruna  oh no that sounds so painful! I’m sorry that happened. The doctors suspect I have EDS so my ankles will regularly just turn to noodles whenever I’m walking around. It doesn’t hurt or anything but it always shocks people haha
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  1161. Yes! It’s totally like a wearable weighted blanket 😁 I find the combination of stays/corset and then regularly doing back strengthening yoga exercises when I’m not wearing them, has helped my back pain so much. Helps to keep my muscles strong too outside of the corset
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  1162. I try to leave my poems up to interpretation! The end has a few meanings to me, but yes, death is definitely one of them. Or simply that trees are sort of a big puzzle piece in the circle of life since we all go back to the soil and they then are nourished by that soil.
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  1163. Omg yes the cherry stockings are SO adorable! The parakeet bonnet is what nightmares are made of, and the Victorians said it was "coquettish" 😂
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  1164. Props to the jewellery designer honestly, very innovative hahaha 😂
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  1165. thank you so much for your feedback! I felt really nervous to start releasing content in this style, and have dipped my toes into more vlog style videos in the past, but I’m really enjoying it now that I took the plunge. Glad you find them engaging!
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  1166. Thank you Kat! Nice to be able to represent some working class clothing 😊
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  1167. Thanks so much! My favourite type of footage to edit, colour grade, film, etc. is more of the cinematic reveals, so it's often the treat I give myself for all the hard work throughout the rest of the process. And so I'm glad you (and others) enjoy the extended reveals too! I'm a professional singer so I often imagine fashion and video footage to music, so it makes for a fun experience putting all the reveal elements together 😊
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  1168. Thank you!! Hope you enjoy the video!
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  1169.  @Miniver765  ah I’m very proud of you for getting that linen ordered! And that’s exactly it, if it doesn’t turn out as planned, it’s always possible to try again. The great thing with hand sewing as well is you often have a lot more tactile control over a project, so it becomes a little easier to correct mistakes if need be. Thanks a lot for your kind comment! And thanks for the video idea, I’ve added it to my channel ideas list 😊
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  1170. That’s extremely similar to how a British 18th century skirt is tied :) one deep slit on each side, ties back to front and then front to back.
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  1171. Woohoo! I’m so glad this method now makes sense! It really unlocks an entire new world when working with patterns 🥰
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  1172. Aww thanks so much DesertRose! The cat exercise sounds truly effective and hilarious 😂🥰 I have mentioned it here and there in comments and such and have had it linked to my channel page for a while, but haven’t announced my music page in any videos because I’ve kind of been working on the same EP for the past 4 years 😂 I’m finally in the place though where I’m feeling ready to release it and get the final touches together.
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  1173. It’s pretty straight forward! You just burn it with a flame and then rub it on to your brows (the burnt bit, not the flame or when it’s hot lol). You can go in with a brush too and apply it that way, utilising it essentially like you would a pencil or powder. They last for a super long time too!
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  1174.  @sondreheh5116  thank you! It’s important all demographics feel welcome.
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  1175. What excellent timing!! I’m so glad this video is so useful then 🥰
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  1176. Awww hahaha, thank you so much Caroline! She has lost her entire under coat now, so she looks very lean and "summery" but she's gotten so big! 🥰
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  1177. Thank you so much Amber! And congrats on your job as a seamstress! What a fabulous garment it must be 😊
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  1178. Thank you! ❤️❤️❤️❤️ I appreciate you sooo much 🥰
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  1179. Thanks for your comment Shannon! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊 honestly, with some people it’s just not worth debating with them. I’m so sorry though that you have to go through this and she won’t see your perspective or the perspective of people with firsthand experience. The way I see it is some people are willing to look at their beliefs and see if they can challenge them and some people aren’t. None of it is wrong but it’s really a bigger issue with the corset thing. The mainstream societal narrative supports her beliefs about corsetry and so that’s often enough for people not to go and do deeper research etc.
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  1180. Thank you so much for the lovely comment! I have not seen the show, but I’m intrigued as I don’t often see Volga Tatars being represented in shows.
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  1181. Oooo this sounds like a fabulous idea! I wish you the best of luck with it, I think it'll turn out very cool 😊 Thanks for your comment!
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  1182. Thanks so much Beth! I have seen Miss Scarlet and the Duke, but I’ll have to check it out 😊
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  1183. Straight back to when I was 11! 😂
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  1184. Thank you! I hope you’re doing well 😊
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  1185. Dress shields are definitely your solution! I just made another pair for myself the other day 😊 Thanks for your comment and I'm glad you're enjoying the channel!
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  1186. Thank you! We are mixed race, and many Volga Tatars have Asian genetics (I'm part Central Asian for example). That's why there's so much Asian influence :)
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  1187. Congrats on graduating! My biggest recommendation would be to find garments that have historical elements at thrift shops etc and “flip” them. Make small changes like altering little bits here and there if possible or switching out the buttons to something more historical looking. You can sometimes find cheap antique buttons on eBay. Also, even just pairing a Victoriana style blouse with a long pleated skirt could be a nice way. Additionally, you could make some simple historical garments like a pleated skirt and a couple of bed gown working class blouses or simple button up blouses. A lot of fabric can be thrifted from old duvets or sheets in charity shops and you can sometimes find good fabric deals on sites like FabricMart and Facebook Marketplace 😊
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  1188. Thanks for watching! I think skipping the fourth layer has to do with helping the fabric be a bit flatter. Not many resources say why it’s done, however, just that it is done. For example, instructions describing the stitch in the “The Workwoman’s Guide, by a Lady, 1840” states to skip the final layer but doesn’t go into why. You find this a lot with historical instructions though! Sometimes they just won’t tell you why something is done but it is commonly accepted that something is done. My guess would be for a more tidy appearance, but perhaps it has something to do with further strengthening the stitch as well.
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  1189. I love this fact so much too! We absolutely have had to walk past eachother at some point there 🤣 thanks for being interested in my poetry too 🥰
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  1190. Thanks so much Lyssa! It just felt like the right pairing in my heart.
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  1191. Clothing moths! I have a super old video from the beginnings of my channel on the topic ☺️ though it’s a bit outdated. The main way I protect my stuff from them now is with parasitic wasps (they don’t sting and you can hardly see them). Most of my stuff is safe from moths, but this is one of the few items that wasn’t 😭
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  1192. Yay perfect timing! Happy linen sewing 😄
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  1193. I use the one by Ecover for wool and silk.
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  1194. Thank you for mentioning it to me! I tried so so hard to get it right, and even listened to a pronunciation before recording, and still managed to be off 😂 I really appreciate the compliments! ❤️
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  1195.  @LiljaHusmo  Are you in the UK? If so, I think quite a few optometrists here are willing to fit antique glasses with modern lenses. It's worth an ask around at least 😊
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  1196.  @LiljaHusmo  they will look so cool on you!!
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  1197. Thank you!! 😊
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  1198. I don’t have a video on washing a white Edwardian dress, I think you may be thinking of another creator 😊 I just wash most of my wool clothing on a wool setting on my machine, as most wool can be washed at low temps on the correct setting. I haven’t had any issues with it at all. I have an entire video actually on how I clean all my clothes on my channel.
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  1199. I don't find it to be very hard, it's just about positioning the seat slightly differently and getting accustomed to driving very upright. But I actually think it's more comfortable as I don't slouch then when I'm driving and it keeps me alert and aware. I'm sure it'd be different for each individual though.
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  1200. Thank you!! ☺️
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  1201. I got into wearing it because it made sense alongside historical fashion, since most garments need a structural foundation and I’d say are the most comfortable to wear with coinciding undergarments. Now, the reason I got into wearing historical fashion is a number of things, the main ones being as an artistic outlet (wanting to wear walking art), for sustainability reasons (since I hand sew everything, it takes a long time and is arguably rather sustainable), for comfort and versatility (historical garments are surprisingly comfortable and versatile), and also just to get closer to knowing where my clothes come from. I’ve always been interested in where my food comes from and becoming closer to the growing practice by growing my own, homesteading, supporting local, etc., so with historical fashion and sewing my own clothes, it was a similar exploration and principle. And also just my love for the silhouettes and shapes in general. I think the best thing to know about corsetry for those wanting to explore it is to save up the money to get a well-fitted custom corset, as it’ll greatly be worth its weight in gold. Also to be patient during the softening process (the first couple of weeks aren’t always an accurate representation of comfort), and also to get clear on what your intention is for wearing the corset. Is it for back support, creating a certain silhouette, comfort, stress support, etc.?
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  1202.  @emilysmith2784  very interesting! I know quite a few in the U.K. who do, though it’s way less common here than say in the US. I guess too as it nears Hoover day, people tend to get a bit more lenient about the shoes thing in my experience in the U.K., but my Russian upbringing makes me freak out over shoes being in the house 😂
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  1203. Thank you so much! ♥️ wishing you all the best too ☺️
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  1204. Awww thanks so much Bella! I really appreciate you supporting it 🥰 It would be a lovely pattern to use for making a summer cape. I was thinking of making a linen one soon myself actually to match a linen skirt. Wow, that’s very brave of you to draw all the lines out yourself! Dot and cross paper is such a time saver ❤️
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  1205. Well yes, the entire point is that I wear historical fashion everyday, so I have an interest in older fashions. Plus, his parents also had parents and so on and so forth. Those are still my ancestors too and they existed in 1907.
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  1206.  @loretta2539  They're gorgeous, I just looked them up, and tied together with a beautiful meaning. Growing up my father was friends with the son of the Apache chief and he sometimes stayed with us. I remember once he made our family a pair of moccasins which was incredibly special.
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  1207. thank you 😊 I originally thought to do it this way, however, in Morgan Donner’s tutorial I used for the drafting, she shows that there are two options, a 4 piece kirtle as I did here, or one where there are gores instead to create the drape. The gores would just replace the angle I created, so the final result would be quite similar, just more seams. Morgan is very well versed in Medieval construction so I trust her information on it. I ultimately decided to go for this 4 piece construction to make my life easier, especially with limited time, and also because I didn’t mind having some fabric cabbage.
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  1208. I've been happily seeing a therapist for 6 years now. There is no shame in it. Therapy is for everyone ❤
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  1209. Welcome to the channel, Alisa! Thanks for being here! I want to remind you, gently of course, that anyway you choose to sew is the “right” way 😊 it can be helpful and such to know certain techniques, but there’s no one way to go about this interest and it’s such a process too ❤️ I hope this video is helpful with knowing these stitches!
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  1210.  @hadrianryan4179  Sounds like an awesome idea! You're very welcome 😊
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  1211. It’s been 3 years now 🥰 my channel is all about showing that sewing can be learned at any stage in life and with any experience level, it’s all just about putting in the hours and practice. I’ve been frequently told by many that I made starting sewing less intimidating for them, and that’s my goal. I very clearly, transparently, and constantly state that I am not an expert nor professional, so each person can decide if my content is helpful or resonant for them. Have a beautiful day!
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  1212. Absolutely if there's a will, there's a way 😊 Great find with the vintage hem marker, and at a wonderful price!
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  1213. I tried 😂
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  1214. Hahahah thank you Pati! The juxtaposition is fun, isn’t it? 😂
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  1215. Thank you for the heads up! ♥️
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  1216. Yeah it really isn’t necessary. Even longer corsets of the time would’ve probably been more for support since the waist is empire as you say and not at the natural waist. The tightlacing scene in season 1, for example, is probably just to create that typical “corsets are awful” narrative and don’t actually serve any real purpose when it comes to making the silhouette a certain way.
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  1217. Hope you enjoy the video! 🥰
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  1218. I wear corsets though for extremely long days and feel the opposite of pain (comfort actually). I forget I’m wearing one 95% of the time honestly. I think it definitely though has to do with the lack of shift underneath. I couldn’t imagine wearing an historical corset without something underneath.
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  1219. Ah yes the infamous tightlacing and pain scene. I think there are other ways to express a character’s vanity
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  1220. Thank you so much! We’ll definitely consider it, or at least a similar format for warmer weather 😊
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  1221. Thank you! My grandmother and mother both sewed with machines but I was never particularly drawn to it and so I didn’t sew growing up, though I loved clothes and the construction of clothing. I started wearing historical fashion every day (secondhand clothes) and I did that for a while but decided I’d like to have a go at making clothes so I went for handsewing since I felt much more drawn to it. The sound of a sewing machine and such too just overwhelms me as I’m quite noise sensitive. I’ve been sewing now for about 1.5 years and surprisingly I’m able to get an entire ensemble done in about a month if I sew a lot! For example, I’m working on one now and I have till the end of April to finish it, but I believe I’ll manage it 😊
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  1222. This is super fascinating! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  1223. Yay!! That's such amazing news! I hope you enjoy watching it (and learn lots – I know I certain did!) 😊
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  1224. Thanks Erica! So I have no idea how other people deal with thread marking, but what I do is either remove the thread one step ahead of my stitch, so it doesn't get caught, or I just go and unpick it from the sewing thread afterwards very, very carefully. Usually, your sewing thread won't snag it, especially if you're cautious, and also if you use a weak thread like some thin cotton one, it is pretty easy to get out of the fabric. I used some silk thread I bought deadstock for the bodice thread marking, and that was a big mistake as it was just extremely strong and so I had a difficult time removing it.
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  1225. Thank you so much!! I'm glad you found it so enjoyable 😊 What pieces are you planning to make first to build it up?
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  1226. That all sounds like a great plan! I highly recommend a Regency day dress as a simple starter project, as the silhouettes are super simple, etc. and it is all in one so it makes you feel proud and accomplished after you've made one 😊 To be fair, I completely understand the pressure for wanting to be historically accurate, but the reality is no one can be completely historically accurate ever because a lot of materials we have today aren't made the same as they used to be made, and all of us only have a small glimpse into what history was actually like for people, and portraits/extants are a limited view into what reality was. Therefore, we are all just interpreting history at the end of the day and trying to do as well as we can with the understanding we have. I always say just do your best with the knowledge you have in that moment, and that is more than enough! Hopefully, that can take some pressure off of you, as I know how that can feel.
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  1227. Thank you! I’m nearly done with an EP I started 4 or 5 years ago, but I’m just trying to save up a bit more money for the rest of its production. I’ve been living very paycheck to paycheck due to a high cost of living and some big life expenses that unexpectedly arose, so the EP hasn’t been a priority. I’m hoping by the end of the year I’ll be able to release it.
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  1228.  @ylandrinschweitzer  Thanks so much for sharing your process! I'm really so unfamiliar with men's historical clothing as it's not something I've had to acquaint myself with. That's very understandable with the work clothes as well to just wear them until they wear down. What centuries mainly do you choose to wear?
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  1229.  @ylandrinschweitzer  very fascinating! I do very much agree that the distinction between historical and modern can become irrelevant at some point, due to the fact too that a lot of contemporary styles anyways are often influenced by history. I know extremely little about fashion from any time period outside of the 18th-20th century (and mostly I just know a lot about 18th and 19th as that’s mainly what I choose to wear) so 12th and 13th century sounds quite mysterious to me (and it’s applications in everyday dress). I’d imagine though the simpler shapes, and it also being men’s clothing, would make care and construction so much easier though, as you don’t have to deal with endless silk trims and all of the other laces and frilly things that cover 18th-19th century fashion 😂 do you sew your own attire as well, or mainly source it from other tailors/sewists?
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  1230. Thank you so much Sami!! 😊 The next sewing project I'll be releasing is a little more on the practical/simple side, and then I have something fun and a bit abstract planned for later in 2022 😉
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  1231. I explain on screen my decision for choosing squash right after the voice over of this segment. The ancient Greek and Roman people ate gourds it turns out! There's even a squash recipe featured in the British Museum article I posted. Surprised me as well.
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  1232. Good question. From what I understand, you can protein overload your hair, which causes it to break and go brittle. Which is why the egg wash isn’t recommended very often.
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  1233. That's so awesome! Thanks for the info 😊 I love the effect it creates.
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  1234.  @SimpleDesertRose  Thank you 😊 the next two projects are super simple, and then I'll just be sewing some things for myself until a bigger filmed project in Spring
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  1235. Thank you so much!! Historical garments certainly have their charm 😊
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  1236. Thank you so much Amber! 🥰 I wish there was a way to make scrubs more historical! Lol. I feel like that could be a funny video concept for someone in the medical field that also likes historical fashion to make 😂 And thanks for the compliments on the sash! I just had to wear it since it matched with the blue in the brooch 😊
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  1237. That’s how these videos are, because all of the steps for preparation are in the recipes. This is meant to be my review and experience of the food, not a tutorial ☺️
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  1238. Thank you! It was a really fun video to light. My ISO reached its maximum a lot of the time too lol. Well maximum before it just got way too grainy and noisy.
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  1239. Thank you! I mention in the pinned comment about the fact I used hay instead of straw, as it was more accessible for me. Roberta Gilchrist does mention, however, that the poorest medieval people slept on straw or hay. Hay would probably just not have been that attractive for longer term mattress use (mattress stuffing was changed every 1-3 months usually anyway) due to the hay potentially attracting rodents. I believe straw would be even more comfortable than hay, and I was able to get the bed quite comfortable with hay.
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  1240. Steam punk is definitely quite inspired by Victorian fashion from what I know, yes 😊
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  1241. That’s all so lovely to hear! It’s definitely an ongoing process and takes time. Even my wardrobe is completely where I’m happy with it. But it’s great you have lots of skills under your belt to help you along your journey
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  1242. So glad you liked the video! Yesss my guess is they were trying to make a bold statement haha 😊
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  1243. I do indeed! Some days I wear more history bounding or historically-inspired clothing, but other days I'll wear outfits that lean more towards historically accurate. And I wear corsets/stays almost every day! I'll opt for jumps though or just a corded corset (instead of boned) if I'm not feeling well that day, lounging around the whole day, etc. I say you should absolutely go for it, but be patient with yourself because it can take a while to build up your wardrobe and find pieces you really love to wear. It's great too that you're sewing because that will help you in the future if you ever need to make alterations, things like that. I have an earlier video on my channel which gives some tips about wearing historical clothing daily (or just incorporating it into your wardrobe more). That might be of use if you haven't seen it already. You can also email me or PM me and I can offer you up some more tips 😊
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  1244. Yes as Grace says, there was indeed a renaissance revival in the late Victorian period! 😊 the Grape Gown I made is a renaissance revival ensemble for example.
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  1245. even better than modern clothing in my experience. The way I hand stitch is likey stronger than most modern machine-sewn garments. I think it's a common misconception that hand stitched garments are very fragile or delicate.
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  1246. Oh no!! Poor Sandy 😂 This will make both of your lives way easier then! hahaha
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  1247.  @Michelle-oo9gp  there’s no agreed upon pronunciation, especially since it’s an anglicised pronunciation anyways, so I feel like many people pronounce it differently 😅
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  1248. Thank you very much! I have a weakness for antique furniture as well, especially smaller items that also have an element of practicality.
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  1249. They’re super beautiful right? We definitely have a lot of colour in Tatar clothing. Like a lot of ethnic minority clothing in fact. I think eastern cultures tend to utilise colour a lot more than in the west. Or just folk clothing in general does including western. I love the colours of a hat worn by us Tatars called a Kalfak. I highly recommend looking them up 😊
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  1250. It’s very sad you think that. I wish you well.
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  1251. Thanks so much for watching! Tea gowns are so beautiful, now I'm really wanting one too! 🥰
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  1252. Unsubscribe 😊
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  1253. Your username is kind of ironic to me, because just as time is a human construct, so is gender.
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  1254. Thank you!! 😊
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  1255. Hahaha it's definitely not for everyone 😂 I'm glad it was fun to watch nonetheless 😊
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  1256. Thanks so much Mijn! Glad the video had that effect! It’s always scary trying out a new format 🥰
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  1257. Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy the lentils and cabbage :)
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  1258. It's so true. It's sometimes fun as well to keep remaking the same pattern to see all the new elements or techniques you can implement.
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  1259.  @feezlfuzzl564  definitely do experiment! And I’ve found zip ties to work well at least for structured bodices. Stays, while certainly structured, the bones are actually really malleable and bendable because they were originally made from baleen which is flexible like a fingernail. It’s actually the quantity of them all packed in together I find that gives the garment its support. But corsetry in general when historical is actually quite bendable (which is why it’s far more comfy to wear than people often think, and also why you can see people doing all sorts of athletic activities in them to prove a point). I personally will probably never make a pair of stays or a corset, for my own reasons (mainly being it’s a very different skill), but with stays and corsets I think it really just takes making a lot of them and practicing in order to get a good fit. Most people’s first corsets are a work in progress, and that’s okay! That’s a part of learning a brand new skill that is totally different than dressmaking or even tailoring.
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  1260.  @feezlfuzzl564  exactly! And worst case scenario you learned a lot of new techniques and had some more practice. Even garments that turn out differently than we expected are still an important part of the learning process and are invaluable to building skills etc.
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  1261. Hahaha that’s funny. My name is Vasilisa (or Vasi for short).
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  1262. Yes that's extremely true, modern clothes have a number of their own mobility issues as well. I think too that because upper classes tended to have so many different outfits for different occasions, they would have spent many time periods in various garments, each having an array of comfort level. Morning and day gowns, for instance, or anything that might be for at-home and left just for guest reception, would have been far more comfortable than something like an evening gown, which theoretically would have only been worn for a few hours at a party, or perhaps for an evening dinner, and then they'd probably switch to bed clothes or lounging clothes again. And then, of course, with working class folks it probably would have been a lot of comfort and practicality. I think it just stems from what we see depicted in the mainstream in film. Also perhaps due to the upright posture produced by the corset. But good posture isn't meant to be uncomfortable, in fact, it's meant to make us more comfortable in the long run. Thanks so much for your compliments Otter! 😊 I'm glad you enjoyed the video.
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  1263. So glad you enjoyed the video! My next one will actually be out on the 10th, so I'll see you next week 🥰
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  1264. That makes perfect sense! Thanks for confirming that 😊
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  1265. Thank you Lillian! This video was a real joy to edit, and I really loved being able to go into archives to find little clips to represent exactly what I was trying to portray. I appreciate the compliments about being comfortable in front of the camera too. I think most people who make content on Youtube say that it takes a bit of time to really get comfortable in front of the camera, and I think I'm progressively getting to that point now after making these videos for the past few months, so it's nice to see that viewers are also noticing it 😊 Oh no! I'm so sorry to hear that happened to all your nice spinning wool. Glad though you at least gained something positive out of the experience (learning your lesson as you say) as that's exactly what has come out of my experience as well, which perhaps is a blessing in disguise because it teaches us to carefully monitor the rest of our garments! I hope you have a wonderful Thursday, and thanks again for your comment!
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  1266. I hear you! If you read my description box, I speak about how it’s about how corsetry is worn rather than the corset itself, and there are very unhealthy ways to wear corsets. Just like there are unhealthy ways to drink water (I.e. way too much of it). The problem is that a lot of people in society clump all of corsetry together and often comment on “how could people breathe” when it comes specifically to how corsets were worn historically. So yes, while there is the massive issue of people in the entertainment industry being given incredibly few bodily rights and also being pressured into fitting a certain image, size, etc. it is very often people in history or people studying/wearing corsetry historically who get the brunt of the awful comments. Almost everyone I know that wears historical corsetry (people who don’t tightlace primarily) either receive comments heavily sexualising them or comments arguing with the individual about how they cannot breathe to the point of the commenter blocking the creator because the conversation doesn’t get anywhere. That’s why I make these types of videos in context of historical corsetry. Modern corsetry comes with an entirely new conversation, but it’s also not something I have firsthand experience with, so I don’t like to comment much on it besides the understanding that corsetry can be very harmful if applied in a harmful way. Like anything 😊
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  1267. Wow that’s so amazing to hear! Thank you so much for sharing this, it made my day 🥰
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  1268. My indigenous garments (often the base layer garments). They were worn historically for horse riding and a nomadic life so they’re great for exercising.
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  1269. It's fascinating how different people with sensitive skin have different things they're sensitive to! Just continues to show us that the body is so incredibly diverse and unique haha! I remember you saying, I think in the moth video, that you are sensitive to essential oils. It's funny for me because it's the opposite! They don't bother me, but a lot of the "synthetics" do. I suppose talc is technically natural, and that makes me so incredibly reactive. I just really feel like there is no better term to encompass everything other than "relatively free from synthetic chemicals" lol. Why can't there just be a simple way to describe it? 😂 Thank you so much for the compliments on this look! And it's fascinating to know that you are essentially wearing very similar makeup and also try to prioritise the rouged cheeks 😊
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  1270. Thank you!! In these shots I'm wearing a little undereye concealer, blush, translucent powder, and I filled in my brows a touch but that's it. I used to have cystic acne as a teenager, and as an adult my skin greatly improved as I started focusing on my gut health and stopped eating wheat as well (just my personal experience, not medical advice). I also use organic/natural skin care and makeup products and have for many years.
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  1271. Hahaha very interesting! Thanks for sharing!
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  1272. I 100% don’t doubt they are. Which is so not needed for Regency, or arguably ever haha
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  1273. Thank you so much Catherine! I care about it so much. ❤️ I appreciate you recognising that.
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  1274. Hahaha a great name for the cartwheel. It’s a very descriptive name and I felt like I understood the meaning right away. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1275. Right?! Why don’t more people mention her! Haha
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  1276. Remember that people speak lots of different languages and those languages influence their dialect in another 😊 English isn’t my first and many Europeans pronounce the word as I do
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  1277.  @lisez4600  hahaha it’s amazing right?! I’m so glad you like it! 😊
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  1278. Thank you!! I definitely want to cover the fashion of many African peoples and Indigenous peoples ☺️ I’m Indigenous myself, so I really want to get together enough information to present an episode on my group (Volga Tatars).
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  1279. Thank you for bringing this to my attention! I’m incredibly sorry for any harm I may have caused by calling the dress “skin coloured”. I’ve educated myself on the matter and I’ve made a full statement now in the description box and have chosen to remove the part of the video so that it will not continue to perpetuate harm. I will work to make sure I am mindful of microaggressions in the future too.
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  1280. I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! Hope you’re able to get some sleep! 😊
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  1281. Awww thank you so much Veronica! I really appreciate it and I'm glad you enjoyed this video too 😊
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  1282. Thanks so much! Lol, I love that he just knows cringe will be your reaction 😂
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  1283. Thank you!! I’m so excited 😁
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  1284. Thank you so much! It’s my go to summer dress actually 😄 I’ll be showing a grwm for that look on Instagram next week and probably a short here on YouTube for it soon too. It’s an 1840s style wrapper and I used Laughing Moon no. 118 for the pattern. It’s a great pattern! I paired it up with a sash ribbon belt, 1840s inspired straw hat and an antique cameo brooch in my collection. It’s a super easy garment to make (for historical fashion) I’d say too!
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  1285. Great question! I'm not sure I have the answer, since I haven't had this myself, but yeah, I definitely think it could maybe be due to hard water, so perhaps an affordable water softener shower head? And definitely give it a go with the apple cider vinegar, as that may take care of the issue 😊
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  1286. I personally don't agree, but that's just my opinion. It's a pretty hard thing to quantify anyways because the world is so large and diverse.
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  1287. Really glad you enjoyed the video! I debated on releasing such a long video, but had the same feeling that Elena’s words were so riveting that people simply had to hear the entire presentation. Each section carries such a plethora of knowledge.
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  1288. I hope you enjoy it! Definitely not based on real events and not severely historically accurate, but telling a story nonetheless 😊
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  1289. You totally should! I’m not sure I can recommend an entire week of it, but some of the dishes are definitely worth trying out 😊
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  1290. Working class women (who made up the majority of the population at least in Britain) mostly wore shorter skirts that weren't touching the ground, so I do the same. The long skirts we tend to see in films, etc. are depictions of wealthier individuals who would not have had to work in hard labour positions for the most part. So just choosing a slightly shorter skirt length takes care of that. I spend a lot of time in nature and I'd say my skirts are far more comfortable than trousers 😊
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  1291. Great question! The texture is quite different than food storage beeswax wraps. The oilskin fabric is far softer and has more of drape to it. It isn't nearly as stiff and doesn't crinkle and hold form like a beeswax wrap would. So that's the good news!
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  1292. So glad you enjoyed the collab Kelly! 😊
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  1293. Yes that’s definitely a very good point! The highest echelon of society is never an accurate representation of the everyday person, even now as you say. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1294. Thanks so much Garrett! What’s even more impressive is that Indigenous communities have been making water resistant materials for centuries. It truly shows the incredible propensity of human innovation.
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  1295. Thank you so much Susan! I can perfectly relate to you being a jewellery lover. There’s so much to love about jewellery, especially antique and vintage jewellery I find as it’s often far more affordable even than modern equivalents compared with its craftsmanship 😊
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  1296.  @egjundis  It's appreciated nonetheless! I thank thee too 😊
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  1297. Of course! I work in post-production as a colourist too, so I'm around tech all the time.
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  1298. none of this is meant to be perfectly authentic to the period, just a fun experiment. Tending to my food sensitivities so I don't get sick comes first and foremost. Health is always top priority. Doesn't mean I still can't do a fun challenge with a friend, just need to modify a few things.
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  1299.  @chantelmcskimming6633  they’re far simpler than I thought they were maybe a year ago in the very early days of sewing!
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  1300.  @ReinaElizondo  thanks for sharing!! Thread recycling would be a really cool idea
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  1301. I’m sure it’s totally possible since it was done for years. There are just fewer and fewer people who know how to sew now I think, which makes it difficult to ask others (especially something more niche like historical sewing), and so I’m really grateful YouTube exists haha.
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  1302. Such a great gift to receive!
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  1303.  @katwitanruna  does she have a name? 😂
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  1304.  @katwitanruna  hahaha brilliant!
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  1305. Nope it isn’t. The rye I buy is 100% rye. I know the baker personally who makes it. In Europe we have 100% rye bread. I should know my own food sensitivities.
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  1306. Accidentally wrapper is the best hahaha 🤣 Thank you so much!
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  1307. thank you!!☺
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  1308. Thank you! Finding the right c-PTSD therapist helped a lot 🥰
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  1309. Thanks so much for your professional tips! 😊 and your English is great!
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  1310. Nightgowns are the undergarment in this case 😊
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  1311.  @SimpleDesertRose  thanks! I’ll definitely try molasses. I’ve used a sugar scrub as well, also a coffee scrub. I don’t drink coffee but someone in my household does, so the old grounds prove useful for making care products hahaha. And yes salt and desert sounds like a not nice combination. I lived in the desert for a period and skin takes on a new embodiment in that environment. Apricot scrub sounds amazing. I have felt similarily with putting on my body that which I can eat, so I hear what you’re saying. One of my favourite natural cosmetic brands in the US is actually one called Bubble & Bee Organic, they’re amazing. It’s too expensive to ship to the U.K., but their products are phenomenal.
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  1312. Agreed!! It's really beautiful to see :)
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  1313. It’s really interesting that you say that because I think that’s generally what most people would say before getting deep into historical fashion! I’m sure even if the costume department knew this information, they likely would not have been in the position to actually do anything about it as big productions are generally pretty tightly controlled
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  1314. Thank you! I have quite a few leather glove fetishists that watch my videos just to see the gloves and regularly put me in playlists, so I try not to wear gloves in situations where I normally wouldn’t (for an outdoor video for instance I would, as that’s just the normal) as I don’t want to egg them on lol. Nothing wrong with a fetish and most of them are quite respectful, it’s just sometimes I can get some really awful comments related to gloves so I try to lessen that as much as I can
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  1315. Transphobia isn’t welcome on my channel. Glad you enjoyed the video.
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  1316. Hahahaha “ugh one of THESE customers again”. But the customer is always right 🤣
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  1317. Thank you so much! I have a video coming out in the near future about making a wrapper, but not either of the ones I show here 😊 same pattern though!
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  1318. This is so kind, thank you! Your comment made me tear up 🥹
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  1319. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment and I wish the best of luck on your journey 😊
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  1320. Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed it. It’s so very true that what we wear directly impacts mood. Nothing quite like the feeling you get when you wear a really cute outfit that just totally feels like you 😊
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  1321. I hear you! But my guess is at least some of them did love wearing stays/corsets, much like some people today truly love wearing bras.
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  1322. Thanks so much for your comment DesertRose 💕 Indigenous people are indeed so incredibly resilient, and hearing their stories, like the one Agnes shared, makes me so deeply appreciative for their wise teachings and traditions.
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  1323. Thank you! I can totally see the medieval connection. That's funny 😊 Something that will now be hard to unsee haha.
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  1324. Hahahaha! I mean a lot of people certainly still had taste 🤣
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  1325.  @ΑρτεμισίαΠλοκαμίδου  I own the one out of print book thankfully! I managed to find one of the few used copies online in Turkey and got it shipped over.
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  1326.  @nakinilerak  I’m Indigenous and mixed-race. I think it can be easier to quickly judge white passing people for appropriation, but it’s important that we don’t ☺️ for instance, if I looked more “Indigenous” would you have had the same anxiety?
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  1327. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! ♥️
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  1328. What a sweet moment! 🥰
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  1329. @castelcatjerome my machine actually has separate settings for delicate and handwashing as well! The main thing with washing wool is that it doesn’t get too agitated, as that can shrink the fibres. So I’m not sure how the wool setting and delicate compare/contrast, but I think that’s wise to test out some swatches and see what happens.
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  1330. Thanks for watching! We are Turkic people, an ethnic minority group, and we are also indigenous people of present-day Russia, but we have our own very historical culture, language, food, and more. We have our own region as well where we are indigenous to (Tatarstan). A lot of Volga Tatars as well have some Central Asian genetics (myself included).
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  1331. Thank you for the feedback! I’ll definitely extend the pictures in future videos 🥰 for now, all of the ones I mention in the video are linked in the description if you’d like to examine all the different photos of them too (as some of them have additional photo variations on their respective websites)
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  1332. Thank you very much! Regarding the fit of my dress, it’s the combination of how I’m sitting and also the way the padding underneath ended up shifting. It looks far better when I’m standing and when things haven’t moved out of place without me noticing. If you watch the Berry Dress series, you’ll see what it typically looks like when I wear it standing and with everything in place where it should be. I spent hours filming this video after just returning from a surgery quite tired after working my usual 70 hour work week, and didn’t notice the fit of how my dress looked until I was already editing. I’d much rather people get quality content than worry about the way my dress looks on camera, so I released the video anyways because at the end of the day, the fit doesn’t really matter but connecting with my channel subscribers does. Have a lovely day 🥰
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  1333. She’s brilliant! 😊
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  1334. Thank you! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊 I agree, wool that's close fitting is super great for staying warm and dry, so what I'll often do is wear a close fitting wool dress and then I plan to layer this oilskin cloak over it for an extra layer of warmth and protection. I love ganseys, they're beautiful! They remind me of the Icelandic lopapeysa that I know well and love 😄 Hopefully the weather will warm up soon, indeed! ☀️
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  1335. Thanks for asking 😊 I stick to clothes between 1700s-1890s generally because as much as I do like other periods, I realised early on in my historical fashion journey that I needed to narrow down my interest a bit as to not overwhelm myself haha. Those were the decades I felt the most drawn to, and lately I’ve developed an even deeper love for mid-Victorian and early Victorian (1840s)
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  1336. I’m not completely sure what it is that attracts me but perhaps the wearability of many of the garments, and I feel like it’s silhouettes that flatter my body shape well
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  1337.  @CameoFarmer  I know what you mean! It can feel really isolating sometimes in the “real world” because this is such a niche hobby lol 😂 so glad too that the internet exists 😁
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  1338.  @serrate-td7tu thanks for sharing!
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  1339. I totally think you should go for it! You may well find that you really like it (I certainly discovered this when I started wearing them daily). And don’t worry at all, I love responding to comments here. And I’m happy you see me as a regular person because I AM a regular person 😂 you’re always welcome to email me and I’m pretty good about responding back there. My email is in the About section on my channel page 😊
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  1340. They used a number of things! Organdie, organza, horsehair canvas, glued fabric (using rabbit glue etc), board stiffening. They’d also used whalebones (baleen) to offer structure, like most Victorian bodices. Also stiffened linen. I’ve never actually use fusible interfacing because the options are so many with historical choices.
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  1341. That makes perfect sense that you rarely use them because of early period clothing! It must be nice sometimes to work with the simpler shapes of early period. And far less fabric waste! 😅
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  1342.  @savannahbrewer6161  of course not. I held space for both experiences. My experience of joy, whilst recognising that menstruation is not a joyful time for many ☺️
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  1343. The meat stew recipe can be found in the free PDF in my description, which explains the herbs. I also mention them in the next section (caraway, wild garlic, chervil).
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  1344. Thank you so much! That’s awesome that you’ve had a similar experience as well 🥰
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  1345. Thank you! My footwear is quite simple so I didn’t include it. I usually wear historical replica boots from American Duchess. I’m also going to soon make a pair of Tatar winter historical footwear, so I’ll probably film a video on that though I’m not sure when it will be out.
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  1346. I only recently started using them for darts and it was the best decision ever! 😅 thanks so much for watching, glad you enjoyed the video 💕
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  1347. Wow thank you so so much for all the compliments! Such an uplifting comment 😊
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  1348. It’s 100% an antique. Every detail of it is conclusive with being an antique. Antique linens and cottons don’t always yellow with age.
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  1349. I own antique chemises, petticoats, corset covers, drawers, and combinations, and none of them have yellowed with age but they are all 100% antiques.
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  1350. Lol 🤣 they’ll probably be back one day once I’ll need reading glasses! I’ve saved them just in case 🥹
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  1351. Yes absolutely! Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1352.  @ragnkja  just read the rest of your comment. Thank you so so much!! I’m always so grateful for your support 🥰
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  1353. Thank you Catherine! I shall definitely tack them down if need be inside of the bow loop, as at some point they'll probably go through far more movement than they are at home and could shift around too much haha. Thanks for the tip. I'm going to have to time the oiling of the pinking shears well so that I grease them during a gap when I won't need them 😊
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  1354. Thank you so much for noticing the new tricks and techniques I’ve been trying 💕
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  1355. Thank you Erica! And I agree. It's bizarre to think one day what we are going through now will be taught in history.
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  1356. Oh my this is so sweet 🥹🥰
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  1357. Thank you!! Have a lovely week ☺️
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  1358. Thanks so much Sixstringedthing! I actually think I recently mentioned in an interview how making clothing art that you wear day-to-day is akin to someone making their own furniture and using it everyday. It’s so similar in principle, so it’s funny you bring that up!
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  1359. Thanks so much Natalia! 😊
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  1360. Oh no!! I should’ve picked up on the need for this video intuitively a few weeks ago! 😂 I guess the Berry Dress was consuming my instinct hahaha. So wonderful to hear that these videos have been helpful for you and thanks for understanding about the slight burn out! I think it’s inevitable with a platform like YouTube, but it’s about I think having a plan in place to rebound and recover once it does get to that point.
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  1361.  @gildedgitta  thanks so much 😊 YouTube can be a strange ride sometimes haha
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  1362. Thanks for the lovely tips Chrysanthemum! I can imagine wool yarns are especially vulnerable (I have a couple of bags that I’ve been checking too!) I’ve actually read that the freezing trick doesn’t always work for some people, which is quite disconcerting! Airtight makes a lot of sense though for yarns as they are far less bulky than historical garments or heavy fabrics.
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  1363. Logically speaking, I would imagine that waxing the thread would actually prevent thread dye from running, because it would almost create a protective film or barrier that would lock in the dye. If that makes sense. Do you remember where you heard this information? I'm curious 😊
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  1364.  @justyna1263  Just actually found this info too with a little digging!! That makes a lot of sense, as I haven't used the waxed silk on silk, but do you it for wool, cotton, etc. So many nuances in historical sewing woohoo.
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  1365. Hi Catherine! Great question. There’s no true formula for cartridge pleating as they’re usually done more intuitively and you just gather them down bit by bit and then loosen or tighten the stacks of pleats if the measure is a bit off. For my wool wrapper (made with lightweight wool and using the twill tape method) I took a 75 in. panel and cartridge pleated it down into about 12.5 inches. This was using 0.5 in. markings like I showed in the video 🥰
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  1366. I hand sew most of them myself (aside from some undergarments). I use resources like Patterns of Fashion, The Victorian Dressmaker, and patterns by Laughing Moon and Black Snail.
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  1367. Hmm I’m not sure what you mean. Compassion for humanity and wanting people to have fair wages and be free from suffering sounds like love to me.
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  1368. Thanks so much! This is a Farquharson tartan I believe 😊
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  1369. Congrats on the new puppy! Funnily enough, we actually just adopted a rescue puppy from Romania over the weekend, and she too isn’t house trained, so that’s been the bane of my existence as well. I can relate 😂
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  1370. Isn’t she just so sweet? 😭🥲 And thank you Lilja! ❤️ I really did not like the Daphne green 😂
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  1371. Thank you so much Audri for your kind and genuine words from the heart ❤️ I really appreciate them. I think that with precise guidance, many things that are deemed “hard” or “difficult” can actually become very simple and beginner-friendly, and so much of that is just with choosing words that will be as accessible as possible to everyone. I think it’s part of what makes original Victorian sewing manuals so complex and overwhelming — the wording they use is often incredibly difficult to understand and inaccessible with little visual aid.
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  1372. Thank you ☺️ setting up all the little places was actually quite therapeutic!
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  1373. the skeleton dog is a guest often on Lilja’s channel, it’s her pet 🤣 Laird is a Scottish term for Lord essentially. They were generally owners of large, long-established Scottish estates historically. I believe laird, unlike Lord, does not signify nobility, however.
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  1374. Exactly! It would still need to be adjusted according to your measurements. But having the base where you can measure the pieces too and see how much the original pattern is, creates a solid foundation for altering a pattern. Also, because seam allowance usually isn’t included for this gridded patterns, it makes alterations much easier
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  1375. I think there are definitely ways to do this! I would say though a late 1860s skirt might be the easiest to use for multiple eras, and that’s because they were often pleated (much as 18th century petticoats are) and they were transitionary silhouettes moving into the bustle, so they have extra room in the back which could eventually accommodate a bustle cage or perhaps even the 18th century bum roll. Though they won’t have pocket access side slits like 18th century petticoats do. I think all the fabric of the pure bustle era would be a bit too hectic for 18th century since the silhouette is quite different, so yeah, maybe try out late 1860s and find new ways you can drape the fabric to accommodate for different silhouettes 😊
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  1376. Thank you Becky! I had to look up marcasite because I wasn't familiar with the term, but it looks absolutely beautiful! I'm sure that's a very treasured collection for you. Amazing too that family members can always have an idea of what type of gift to get you 😊 With regards to the chatelaine, generally, yes they can be very expensive. The one I managed to find was honestly kind of a rarity in regards to the price point. I don't believe that the person who sold on EBay was completely familiar with it being a chatelaine, or perhaps they just wanted to get rid of it. My best recommendation for finding one would be to regularly search online auctions on EBay, because occasionally, something more affordable will pop up and you can get a good deal. I think there's someone in the US as well that makes replica chatelaines, though I'm not completely sure.
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  1377. It took some time (a couple weeks) for them to soften (as corsets are a lot like leather shoes in that way) but after that I’d say they were quite comfortable right away! It helps though to have one that’s custom fit, especially with the right back length measurement, as that makes a massive difference.
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  1378. I think it could work! I ate it today with some feta cheese, tomato, and cucumber salad and it was actually very nice. I posted a little photo of it on the Community tab of my channel :)
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  1379. It’s such a gorgeous piece!
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  1380. Thanks so much Miah! 💕
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  1381. Thank you Catherine 🥰 people were so sweet with their compliments at the event! 😊
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  1382. That’s a wonderful idea. I believe I’ll do the same when my loved ones pass!
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  1383. I don’t sell clothing or do commissions, but I have an online shop where I sell antiques from my collection and a pattern I took from an antique cape in my collection.
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  1384. So cool that you all had smocked dresses made by someone too! How nostalgic haha.
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  1385. Hope you enjoyed it ♥️
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  1386. Hahaha I’m sure they’re brilliant! It’s great you all wear exactly what makes your hearts full though!
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  1387. As Lilja said, ‘tis the season 🥰
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  1388. So glad you enjoyed this episode! I have so many future plans for this series 🥰
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  1389. Yes! Quilting thread is a great option. I use something similar, just a standard, bright coloured cotton thread.
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  1390. Thanks Ashley! It was such an honour 😊
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  1391.  @nicholeamuse  Oooo that sounds like a great idea this time of year! It's refered to as Mareschal powder if you need to look up the ingredients 😊 thanks for your comments!
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  1392.  @colleendarland4015  aww that’s lovely you’re an organist! And yes indeed, I can see how that would be a real struggle.
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  1393.  @OscarFeathers  this is awesome to hear! Congrats!!
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  1394. Thanks for sharing! Clothes definitely shouldn’t hurt so I’m glad you’re finding ways to incorporate historical fashions whilst also caring for yourself 😊
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  1395. I can definitely imagine it’s a very different experience for menswear! 😅
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  1396. Glad you enjoyed the video! I think in this case they were really going for anachronism, and I personally feel like it works!
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  1397. Thanks so much for your lovely comment LG! It does truly feel really nice to see left handed sewing represented. I’m ambidextrous with sewing so I try to use my left hand sometimes for tutorials, though I must admit my recent ones haven’t been with the left. I’ll need to include some more left handed ones! 😅
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  1398. Thanks for your feedback! I’ve covered these topics a lot in older videos which is why I left them out in this video, as sometimes I feel myself getting a bit redundant 😅 I did touch a bit upon the Bedouin in this video and how they wear head to toe fabric, often goat’s wool, to help prevent heat stroke and stay cool in the world’s hottest deserts. In regards to restriction of movement, I wouldn’t say it is particularly restricting (at least not in my own experience) and I find I move better as I’m in less pain due to my foundational supports. I have a short where I do a cartwheel and touch my toes in a corset, and whilst that’s only a tiny glimpse into movement in a corset, I also regularly hike for 5-10 miles in full historical clothing and I am often far more comfortable than friends I hike with who are wearing modern clothes, because my layers breathe so well and I have so much back support because of the undergarments that I find myself getting less fatigued. I’m going to make a Victorian hiking ensemble at some point too and show how practical it is in a future video. I just couldn’t possibly include everything in this video and therefore chose not to get too deep into subjects I’ve covered in other videos 😊
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  1399. Thank you Katherine! ❤️ you’re the corset queen hahaha
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  1400. The title is exactly accurate. I worded it this way because the alternative was "I Ate Like a Medieval Person for a Week" which wouldn't be accurate. I did indeed eat only medieval food for a week. They still had things like rye bread even if I substituted things for my intolerances.
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  1401. Awww that’s very sweet, thanks Luna 😊 and it’s true! You end up getting so many other things done whilst sewing.
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  1402. great idea!
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  1403. It’s been around since ancient Roman times ☺️
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  1404. Merci beaucoup! 😊
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  1405. That's lovely to hear, I'm so glad it has been useful. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1406.  @tayler6853  thank you!! 🥰
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  1407. Oh no your poor teeth! I'm glad it was so entertaining and exciting though. Thanks for the compliments on my attempt and my outfit too 💕
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  1408. Thanks so much Kit! I hope I’ll be able to unearth some interesting information about Irish working class clothing 😊
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  1409. Thanks so much! I will definitely be making some videos on historical loungewear 😊
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  1410. How very interesting! Thanks so much for sharing 😊
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  1411. This might sound funny, but a bib lol. It really does work. At restaurants for instance, just tucking the cloth napkin in at the neckline, same with at home. It works like a charm. Taffeta can get a little wet, basically it just can't be submerged in water. So with rain, there's usually some type of wool outer garment because silk taffeta isn't the most suitable for hot weather, so the wool helps to protect it from getting very, very soaked. It can get some water on it though. And with spot cleaning for silk, vodka does the trick in a spray bottle (rubbing alcohol would work too) and the alcohol evaporates so it doesn't really leave the material wet.
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  1412. Thank you for sharing this, and congrats on the newly born grandson as well! 🥰
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  1413. Thanks 🥰
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  1414. Ridiculous comment.
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  1415. Thank you! Everyone of course needs to do what is best for them and what their doctor recommends. I also want to point out though that turning off your thoughts is not really possible. I think it’s a big misconception that meditation “turns your brain off.” We have little to no control over our thoughts, but they’re just thoughts. For example, try not to think of a pink elephant. I bet you did think of a pink elephant. The purpose of meditation is to just become a more present observer, a witness to the thoughts and feelings that do arise, and there are so many ways to achieve that.
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  1416.  @sandrawagendorfer729  thank you Sandra 😊
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  1417. Yessss make the leather corset! 🤣🥰
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  1418. Thank you, Natalie! I'm sorry to hear about your skin (and contact lens) sensitivities! I'm sure it has been quite frustrating at times, but I'm glad that you've managed to adapt to a system that works for you. Cornstarch is a wonderful affordable allternative! I use it for my hair as well (as you mention), in particular with pomatum for 18th century looks 😊 It works even better, I find, when mixed with some arrowroot powder. Perhaps something for another video 😉
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  1419. I think there's nothing wrong with dressing casually personally, and to each their own, but yeah, the aspect about it seeming strange if one doesn't dress casual and all the assumptions that come along with that is the difficult part.
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  1420. That’s a very interesting theory! Thanks so much Bonnie! I hope you enjoy the videos 🥰
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  1421. Thanks so much, Justine! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video 😊 there is definitely so much care and attention that goes into historical, and into vintage fashion too. And I think a bit part of this is because of how much of one’s salary people used to spend on clothing. People often would pay for quality because the mindset was more in repair culture instead of replace culture, which is a lot more where that world is at now.
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  1422. This is very true. Perhaps it's due to more creative types choosing historybounding, and creatives are oftentimes more introspective and introverted?
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  1423. This makes a lot of sense 😊
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  1424. Most definitely 😂
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  1425. That’s so sad 😞
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  1426. Thanks for sharing your experience with all this! I appreciate it 🥰 it really is interesting how our relationship to layers and “dressing up” has changed so much over the years. I wonder too how it will be in the future.
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  1427.  @skirtedgalleons  thank you for your support 😊
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  1428. Merci beaucoup ☺️
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  1429. I definitely understand that! I actually have quite an older video on how to care for fabrics. It’s called “fabric care crash course”
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  1430. Parasols have been around for quite a while actually! Perhaps just not made of the materials they are today. A lot of these tips can also be applied to menswear. Other ones could be wearing flowy linen shirts (like 18th or 19th century mens shirts) and waistcoats as well. The only tips that I’d say wouldn’t apply to as many men (unless one enjoys wearing more feminine clothing) is the part about the skirts and also sleeve shape. Menswear sleeves were generally more plain, or they would be 2-piece, like the green redingote I’m wearing has. At least in the 1700s-1900s that was mostly the case. The rest of it does all apply 😊 Edit: now realising the insertion lace and flats tips don’t really apply (again unless that’s someone‘s personal preference). But still, choosing colour, matching sets, waistcoats, slip on or lace up boots, even curved heels (men were the first people to wear heels regularly, before women), high waists, high necklines, natural fibres, accessories, it all applies.
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  1431. It's great to know you'd be interested this, as I do have plans to make a traditional Volga Tatar ensemble in the future. Finding resources for the styles and elements though is a bit complex. I am currently learning Tatar, so I'm hoping this will help me to find resources, since the dress is most likely written about in the native language of my family, or in Russian which I thankfully speak. I think conversations about the people of Russia is often Western-centric, when in reality, there are hundreds of ethnic minority groups, some of which are Indigenous, living in Russia! It's just not a well known detail about the country.
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  1432.  @ericalarochelle3779  I’m learning with a tutor on a site called iTalki but we use an old Soviet book that’s on teaching Tatar to Russian speakers. A lot of the learning materials are designed for Russian-speakers since those are often the people learnIng Tatar
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  1433. Thank you! I primarily sing jazz actually! I used to perform it 2-3 nights a week.
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  1434. Social media guidelines. Welcome to the world of social media.
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  1435. Sewn since August 2020, only ever sewn historical and never with an electric machine. All the garments I make for myself are by hand, though I have a hand crank machine I rarely use, but when I do it would be for hemming home linens like curtains for instance. I used a sewing machine a few times as a kid just to run a straight seam because my mother and grandmother sew very well, but never really learned anything then other than to run a straight stitch. So it was essentially starting from scratch when I began. It really depends on the pattern but the bias tape might be to finish the seams? The seam allowance should be written somewhere on the pattern. Generally the standard is 1/2th or 5/8th inch
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  1436. The side seams are most likely 5/8th as well!
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  1437. I’m so sorry about your painful divorce Lita! Обнимаю! 🤗 it’s wonderful too you decided to make that courageous decision for yourself. And it’s true, people can be surprisingly more open than expected sometimes, and it’s a very welcome surprise. I’m glad you’re pursuing a path of self-authenticity and ditching the shame that so often isn’t even ours, but created by some societal narratives we are taught. Proud of you 🥰
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  1438. Thank you!!☺️
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  1439. Indeed, I mention in the video that this is wealthier Victorian food.
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  1440. Thank you!!
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  1441. Please read the pinned comment, as the censorship decision doesn’t reflect my beliefs, rather it had to be done as to not get the information in this video suppressed.
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  1442. Большое спасибо! 😊 да очень жалко что часто нет разговори о татарской культуре! Я скоро буду шить татарский костюм, но сейчас я ещё очень много про одежды читаю ))
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  1443. Thank you! 🥰 glad you enjoyed it! 😊
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  1444. Time is but an illusion anyways! 🥰
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  1445. Oooo I’m so glad it came at just the right time Catherine! 🥰 I hope you’ll use it a lot as a reference in the future 😊
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  1446. This is so awesome, and definitely does take knowing where your clothes come from to an entirely different level. Thanks for sharing 😊
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  1447. thank you for the feedback! I’ll try and speak a bit more in future episodes ☺️
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  1448. Glad you enjoyed the video!! 😊
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  1449. Thank you!! Bright colours are the best
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  1450. I wash almost everything by machine, but with specific settings (wool setting and cold temperatures with wool garments for instance). I've personally never had any issues, as these settings are designed for this specific use, though I must say that I'm not responsible if someone does have an issue, as it's important to test the setting on a wool fabric scrap for example before using it for clothes.
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  1451. Thank you :)
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  1452. Thanks so much for watching!
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  1453. Hi :) Thanks for your comment! I left a thorough response on another similar comment, so I'm copy and pasting it here: "hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video."
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  1454. I agree, I think retro is a really nice way to call more “modern vintage” things
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  1455. Thank you!! Have a lovely weekend!
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  1456.  @EliseDoomSlayer  I’ll happily be on my death bed smiling at how much art I was able to make in my lifetime and how much joy I was able to bring to others. The brain isn’t made to only think about the doom and gloom of the world. I think about all of the serious issues of the world every single day. I do everything in my power to help with whatever I can too. One big way to help others is to encourage them to pursue their therapeutic hobbies, like hand sewing. You were looking up hand sewing tutorials so I’d imagine you’d agree to some extent that hand sewing is a true practice?
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  1457. I hear you and I understand there’s a lot of disconnect from many things, including food practices in our world. My partner and I grow most of our own food organically and do a lot of homesteading so I get that. But I also think it’s okay to embrace the softness, the modernity, the ease of life, and be grateful and appreciative of that. I think it’s okay survival is simpler these days and whilst it is important more people become more connected to their own food (and I’d argue clothing) the best way to do that is to encourage people to work with their hands and make things with their hands, which is exactly what making and wearing historical fashion does. I’m not sure if you really see where I’m coming from or my true intentions behind historical clothing. I’m working with historical fashion in a way that I’m able to create things I’ll actually wear day to day, and much of that pays homage to the intelligence and resilience of people historically.
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  1458. A big, resounding YES to altering clothing!!! Also, in addition to being welcoming and supportive of the natural fluctuations of the body, altering clothing is also resourceful, environmentally friendly, and a fun creative project that helps the brain to build its ability to "problem-solve". Thank you for making this brilliant video!
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  1459. Thank you Jocelyn! ♥️
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  1460. Thank you Lilja! ❤️ And I agree, it works surprisingly well for the holidays, even if it wasn’t intentional 😂
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  1461. Awww, thank you so much!!
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  1462.  @High-Tech-Geek  Thanks for clarification! I definitely do feel incredibly fortunate for those things 😊 Glad you enjoy the videos!
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  1463. Thank you 😊
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  1464. Thank you so much for sharing your story! I love this 😊
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  1465. I can understand that! Shorter 1860s dresses though did exist. I’ve seen a number of extant photographs
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  1466. Thank you Gwen! I wore this much rouge as I’m wearing an 18th century outfit and heavy rogue was a part of the look at the time (you can see it constantly in portraits, mine is mild in comparison). Additionally, I’m not here to be a beautiful thing for people to look at. I’m here to express myself and be whoever I want to be, and most of all to deliver educational content to the best of my ability. I hope you enjoy the rest of the videos! 😊
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  1467. Thanks for sharing all this! How special 😊
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  1468. Thank you so much sixstringedthing! Funnily enough, this is the terracotta walking suit I constructed a while back, but it's one of those colours where if it's lit differently/the colour grading I do is different, it ends up looking like a completely different colour! Much how it looks scarlet in this video, and it looks terracotta in my channel trailer 😂 It's funny how some colours like this can be deceptive. Fascinator would be a similar style hat in the 20th century I believe (around the 1940s, but it's outside of my area of study so don't take my word for it haha) and I have no idea what this style cap would be called in Victorian terms! I suppose it's just a late bustle/early 1890s style and it probably has a name, but I lack that information 😊
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  1469. Thanks Rita!
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  1470. Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  1471. So I have essentially two full time jobs right now with YouTube, because even though I don't get paid much on the YouTube side of things, it's still the work hours of a full time job, if not more. My other "day job" that pays my bills and such is that I am a chief editor (of written content, not videos haha) for a tech and marketing company. I do it all remotely though so that helps with flexibility.
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  1472. Wow how bizarre! I hope their friend is okay and will be safe. It’s all such an awful situation definitely and in this case it’s coping somehow with the lesser of two atrocities, and some international students and expats from countries like Africa now too are sadly being denied border crossing into neighbouring countries like Poland etc. It’s awful that racism is prevailing even during a war. It’s just another dynamic to the already very difficult circumstances. I pray for everyone impacted by what‘s going on. I’m so sorry you had to go through all that but I’m glad you at least have done peace for now and hopefully it stays that way.
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  1473. I just tried to find them online and you’re right they’re so similar! Lol
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  1474. I think my clothes often confuse security more 😂
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  1475. They really are the best pleats ever! Lol. The deep seam allowance is also a great effect, especially for thick wools and such, but the twill tape works great to give a similar effect for thinner fabrics I’ve found 😊
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  1476. Thank you Joëlle! ❤️
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  1477. Thank you, Lilja! 💕
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  1478. It's impossible not to!
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  1479. Oh no! I'm sorry that happened. Definitely don't give up! Plus, you could perhaps use that fabric for something else, like an apron or bonnet?
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  1480. So glad you enjoyed this video! 😊 all of your ideas for your own capsule wardrobe sound wonderful xx
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  1481. Thank you 🥰 all is well now!
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  1482. Thanks so much! I commissioned a friend to knit it and she made the pattern herself based off a fashion plate from the an 1862 edition of the Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine. In the magazine it’s called a “Daisy travelling or winter hood”
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  1483. I live quite a modern life aside from my clothing choices (I work with tech all day for instance) so I’ve never had much of a desire to own oil lamps ☺️
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  1484. Thanks so much Sarah! That actually sounds like such a fun way to spend an evening! 🥰
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  1485. There was a day with linen cut on the bias. I also did linen cut on the straight of grain for the first experiment that didn't work , so I didn't bother doing that one again for this video, as I already knew it didn't work.
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  1486. Thanks Hypatia! My weight has been fluctuating a ton lately, so I wanted to have a little extra room in order to readjust the hooks when it does. My weight was lower when documenting this construction process, so I had to move the hooks in a bit closer, and I figured the Swiss waist would be covering it at some point anyways, so it wouldn't be too terribly noticeable in the completed garment 😊
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  1487. Awww thank you Jae! One of my favourite places in the UK for cheap but nice fabric is AmoThreads. They sell deadstock so you have to check back all the time, but they actually have quite a wonderful silk selection, and sometimes also stock nice wools and linens 😊
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  1488. Oh I’m not asking people to ditch modern fashion, just rather explaining my reasons for why I choose historical over modern. Modern clothes can definitely have their advantages and they work well for some people and that’s great. Rather I’m just encouraging a discussion around what we can learn from people of the past and their ways of making/wearing clothes. With regards to cost and privilege, yes and no. Sure, historical fashion could be expensive, but it could also be more affordable in the long run. For example, I wear a lot of working class clothes these days and I mend and repair them a lot. I will keep mending and repairing them for many years. Because of that, I haven’t spent money on clothes in a long while, aside from buying fabric and I get them all heavily discounted from a deadstock supplier (often £3-6 per metre). I didn’t grow up with much money so I’ve found ways to be more economical with historical fashion, as this has always been the way my brain is, and I’ve saved up for any of my bigger foundational historical pieces (like my corset) which I’ll use for probably the next 20 years. You pay more up front but in the long run it balances out.
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  1489. Thank you!! I can up with it during my Medieval food week challenge and it has now stuck 😄
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  1490. Some of my favourites are Black Snail Patterns, Laughing Moon, Truly Victorian, Reconstructing History (my friend owns this company but this is my personal opinion). I also really like pattern books, like the Victorian Dressmaker series by Prior Attire, the Patterns of Fashion series.
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  1491. That’s so awesome! Side saddle, from what I’ve heard, is a totally separate skill, so that’s really fascinating to hear you’re riding astride!
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  1492. Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  1493. It’s definitely a super tricky topic to find resources for!
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  1494. Definitely! They’re not exactly made for cinching down lol
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  1495. Thank you so much Audri! ❤️ As for traditions, I generally love to celebrate the solstice and also cook/eat a lot of hearty foods. I also love to be with friends, but that isn’t always very easy when you live in separate countries from them, but it’s possible to keep them in your thoughts nonetheless. I hope you have a lovely holiday season! 🥰
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  1496. Thank you for watching! 🥰
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  1497. That’s lovely to hear! I’m really happy it comes across that way as it’s hard to know until the public sees it. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1498. Ah interesting! I would have absolutely no idea as I know so little about royal fashion or etiquette 😂
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  1499. Lighters were invented in the early 1800s.
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  1500. Thank you so much Khensani! Revival fashion is so underrated. Can't wait to share the final reveal 🥰
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  1501. I grew up lower income and still live paycheck to paycheck. I was even homeless for a year when I was 18 and living in my car. I hand stitch most of my own clothing and I've been sewing it now for over 4 years. Most of the fabric I use is deadstock and therefore very cheap. Rich people concepts are so foreign to me too. Don't judge a book by its cover.
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  1502. Sounds like a lovely project!
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  1503. Thank you so much KB! 😊
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  1504.  @jessicabey275  yeah that’s the one! I never realised they were in PA, however, as I generally just always would browse their online selection 😊 they tend to do some very big sales and discounts
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  1505. I wear split crotch ones and only historical underwear 😅
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  1506. The MET seems to use the two words quite synonymously for 2-piece garments. For instance, they have many ball gowns, which are frequently a bodice and skirt. For that reason, I tend to use the words quite synonymously as well to reference 2-piece garments.
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  1507. How amazing! I hope your journey all goes well too 🥰
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  1508. Thanks so much! I genuinely love Skillshare and watch courses a lot 😊
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  1509. Hahahaha thank you. I think I have a very dry sense of humour typically anyways, but also because this was one of my very first videos, I'm a lot more stiff and awkward because it's extremely weird talking to a camera lens for the first 6 months 😂
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  1510. Thank you again for your help! ☺️
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  1511. Thank you so much Sarah! I really appreciate it 😊 I must admit, in November and December there are going to be a lot of collabs!
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  1512. Thank you! 🥰
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  1513. I meant propensity 😊
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  1514. Hahahaha, what perfect timing! 🤣 I’m really glad that joke was actually funny to someone lol. Hope you have a nice weekend too! 😊
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  1515. Yes
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  1516. Awww thanks so much! You’ll love Lilja’s channel 🥰
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  1517.  @sixstringedthing  This is a great idea! I'll have to ask around for who to interview 😊
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  1518. Thank you so much Jessica! Definitely more to come 🥰 I’m attempting not to rush with them but I’ve been having a lot of fun pulling all of the patterns 😊
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  1519. I agree that what is nice for one person is horrible for another, but saying women were forced to wear corsets is too general. There were many cultures where women didn’t even wear corsets in the first place, like places in Eastern Europe and many Indigenous communities. Also, although some women certainly probably didn’t like the corset, there were many who loved wearing it genuinely because corsets can be super comfortable (I know this first hand because of my own daily experience with them). I just think the matter is far more nuanced and complex.
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  1520. Yeah people should never be forced to wear anything, specific types of bras or any bras at all included 😊 we live in a fortunate world where we get a lot of choice (at least in the Global North) to choose what we want to wear. I haven’t found that wearing corsets impedes on any physical activities though! I even have a video in here of touching my toes completely and doing a cartwheel! 🤣
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  1521.  @JayCWhiteCloud  it was a bit of a slip! Lol. Thanks so much for watching!
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  1522. Yes!! Or really any fustian haha.
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  1523.  @hrani  Very true 😊
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  1524. Thank you so much! ❤️ and yes they are! 🥰
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  1525. Thank you so much!! It’s at a bit of a stand still, unfortunately. But hopefully some more progress will be made next week!
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  1526.  @HosCreates  I’m the same as you! Drawers and petticoats beats modern clothes any day for me.
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  1527. Thank you for your kind comment sukark! 😊
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  1528. Thank you very much! People always have (and potentially always will) judge others for whatever reason, and the reasons always change depending on so many factours. Which is why it's important I think to learn to embrace oneself regardless of the judgement, because there's a good chance some form of it will always be there.
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  1529. Hahah well spotted! It’s a sewing needle actually, as I was sewing something and then tucked it into my cape to easily find it later, and then of course forgot about it 🤣
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  1530. It probably is grinning right now 😁 though they continue to stay away from my clothes and I haven’t seen one now for a while. People of past times had it hard! I think the social aspects of society throughout history are fascinating too, and inherently, if you research fashion history at all, it is all directly linked in with social hierarchy and social practices. That’s part of what drew me to it in the first place 😊 what is the oddest fact about medieval society that you learned through your research? (I know very little about medieval times as it’s outside of my usual period of study).
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  1531. Isn’t diaphragmatic breathing incredible? What astounds me the most is that so many don’t know it exists too! It’s almost like some secret way of breathing that mostly musicians and athletes end up learning and then it doesn’t leave you haha.
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  1532. I think everything you are feeling is completely natural, and many others experience these feelings too! So just know you are not alone. I certainly did for a long time as well, and still do feel these experience you describe sometimes and it was really therapy and reprogramming my thought habits that helped. I am obviously not a therapist and cannot give you mental health advice, but I must say, it's wonderful firstly that you have the awareness to recognise your responses, etc. That's really the first step. Is there something you can tell yourself internally/mentally when the thought arises that creates the discomfort that can help remind you that the thought is just a thought and we are the ones that place meaning upon each thought? (Thoughts are trying to get our attention often times to protect us or keep us safe from a "perceived threat", which in this instance might be the very natural and primitive fear of rejection, and so in turn, the thought will get as loud and as noticeable as it possibly can (which includes being as absurd as possible sometimes), because it thinks then you will take notice and in turn keep yourself safe. In reality, it is more of an overreaction of the brain, as there isn't an actual physical life-threatening threat). The thing I always tell myself internally, in particular when dealing with OCD, is "Hi Thought! Thank you for sharing that. Maybe it will happen, or maybe not. I don't know. And that's okay. You're just a thought. And I'll cross that bridge if/when it comes to it." Hopefully, this helps. Thank you, as always, for your comment and for watching 😊
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  1533.  @girlwithoutpearlearring  If we consider that our primitive response is fight, flight, freeze, (and some psychologists also say fawn, which is like when a baby deer starts fawning in nature for its attacker to almost take pity on it – which can be equivalent in humans to people pleasing), it makes perfect sense that your natural response is to want to push it away or run away. That's what the brain is often biologically programmed to do. But we can change all of that. It is completely possible to develop new habits in the brain to alter the way we respond to things. It will take time and practice though (and most of all mindfulness and awareness). It's actually quite empowering, I think! And I believe you absolutely can find methods that work for you. There are tons of resources to help online as well (if you dig into mindfulness and neuroplasticity, that may be a good place to start). I really enjoy them too, so thank you for continuing to respond haha 😊
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  1534. I have never been particularly interested in Russian fashion, so I don't know much about it. So I can't really give any advice.
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  1535. Exactly ❤️
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  1536. Aww thank you Cara! It was a lot of fun to make 🥰
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  1537. I knew that you would like this collab, Pati! 😊 Thanks for your comment 💕 if your boyfriend doesn’t mind, then you should go for it 😂
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  1538. You’re going to join the knickerbocker club!!
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  1539. My pleasure Camille! Thanks for your comment and happy sewing (and planning) 🙂
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  1540. Thank you!! 😊 Her name is actually Rúna but I think the captions thought it’s Bruno and I haven’t correct them yet 😂 people often think she’s a boy though and her name is Bruno! 😅
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  1541. Thanks so much for your comment Shallie! I really like your channel by the way 😊 I can definitely understand with the sewing skills and cost it can make it so much harder. Might I suggest starting with some garments made of up simple shapes (like tunics etc) and then proceeding from there? There’s a site in the US called FabricMart that sometimes has good deals on deadstock fabric which might help to make the cost lower. Also sometimes linen sheets will pop up in thrift shops for super cheap and they make awesome tunics etc
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  1542. Yes birch tar definitely! I didn’t research anything much before the 15th century, as I would’ve been researching for days lol. But another commenter here in the comments section mentioned that oilskin comes from “oil skin” which is an Indigenous creation, which doesn’t surprise me one bit because generally we have Indigenous people to thank for many of the inventions we use today.
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  1543. Thanks! I'm a native English speaker :)
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  1544. Thank you!! 🥰
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  1545. Aww thank you so much Mitchell for the lovely comment, I really appreciate it! 😊 with regards to the animations where I show the pattern on a digital grid and highlight/circle various parts of it or zoom in/out, I’m using my iPad and Apple Pencil, the programme markup which is built in, and a digital image of the pattern which I drafted directly on the iPad. I also use the built in screen recorder and then just use my editing software to crop out any parts that are showing and might not need to be (like any borders etc.) The Apple Pencil is the true game changer in this entire set up as it makes demonstrating things digitally so much easier.
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  1546. Of course! She is so wonderful, strong, brave, a fabulous corsetière. I’m really glad you bought a digital pattern! It’s a wonderful way to support her. Last I heard from her online stories is she’s safe in Poland and trying to start the physical business back up there so she can get back to commissions. I have massive respect for her.
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  1547. Thank you so much for your kind words! It's really been such a pleasure getting to film them and hopefully help some historical fashion enthusiasts out with them 😊
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  1548.  @katherinemorelle7115  That's very kind of you to say 😊 I have thought about sharing the videos in some of them, but a lot of them have a pretty strict anti-spam/anti promotion policy, so I have yet to really sit down and find groups where it's actually allowed.
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  1549.  @ericalarochelle3779  thank you Erica! I feel really excited about the future of this series. I love the asymmetrical design elements and cuts as well, they’re lovely
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  1550. Very true 😊 people seem to super knowledgeable about specific, niche things haha
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  1551. Thank you so much! It definitely is quite warm actually, especially with the cotton batting layer. Almost like a thin winter coat for your head haha. There are a bunch of bonnets made for winter as well during the Victorian period, like quilted ones for instance. The MET has a bunch of examples and they look way easier to construct than these harder shelled ones because there isn’t as much wiring and dealing with buckram to face haha
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  1552.  @22mononoke  Thank you 😊
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  1553. Thank you, Theresa! I’m really glad you enjoyed this little video. I originally sewed a heather purple fichu and petticoat to go with the Redingote (you can see the combination in my historical wardrobe tour video). I sometimes like to wear it though paired up with other 18th c. petticoats and fichus, like these white ones! That’s the nice thing about having the outer layer and then the petticoat that shows from underneath, it makes it super easy to mix and match different options for completely different looks.
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  1554. Yes definitely! My masters is actually in creative writing, and very often we would be challenged to workshop what things smelled like. I write poetry, so it’s an excellent technique to also use when describing things in poems.
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  1555. Aww thank you so much! 🥰
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  1556. Nope! They’re from Darcy Clothing
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  1557. Thanks Luna! I surprised everyone 😅 I’m also working on a gown for a tight deadline so this is perhaps a better upload schedule as now I won’t need to work on a video whilst I’m trying to sew this entire gown hahaha. Yeah not caring anymore is sensible. I think the reason I still talk about it is because, sadly if you have any type of online presence and you share corset content you either get continuously 1) attacked for defending the corset even though it’s a personal experience (I’ve had people get mad that I was giving sensible response to their demonising of the corset to the point where they’ve blocked me lol) or 2) sexualised for wearing one since it is so often connected with that world in a modern context, or at least some people assume it is. So the only way I can think to reduce this is just education, education, education. I have friends that speak about the corset publicly too and experience the same thing, so it seems to be commonplace.
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  1558. Thank you!! It’s a British/French style mid-18th century gown 😊
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  1559. Yesss definitely taking one’s time is so important. There is no set time for any of this. Thanks for the reminder😊
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  1560. It’s the magnet of my microphone.
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  1561. Yes agreed! Those who could afford it definitely had weather-appropriate clothing.
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  1562. How so? 😊
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  1563. I wore modern clothing for the majority of my life before historical, so I do have a reference point 😊 it’s just that comfort depends very much on the person and their own definition of what comfort is.
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  1564. Thanks so much Elinor! I’m glad you learned so much useful information from this video, and thanks for the two views 😁
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  1565. Thank you very much Jackie! 😊
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  1566. But that's definitely not what vintage means to many collectors, academics, etc. which is where a lot of the research is being done, and literature is being written.
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  1567. Thank you!! I'm really glad you enjoyed the video. My body was quite tired by the end of it (also due to the fact I've been going through some health issues). I jumped right back into my normal nutrient-dense foods afterwards though, as my body really just wanted lots of fresh veg, no more bread, no more sugar, etc. I'm not used to eating much bread nor sugar, and even grains I eat quite infrequently (I tend to eat a lot of protein and veg). Some of the spices were nice though, as I eat many spices in my own diet, just different ones (I eat a lot of smoked paprika, cumin, coriander, nutmeg, galangal, curry, ginger, turmeric, etc.) We also walked a lot throughout the week when we weren't filming, sometimes 20,000-25,000 steps a day. I'm a big walker/hiker in general. I think by the end B was more OK than I was, as she eats more grains and bread in her usual diet than I do, but even she was ready for some fresh veg after haha.
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  1568.  @jio5680  I cut these buttonholes a bit wider, so that thankfully made them a little easier to fasten! haha
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  1569. I think this is very different. I agree that all parts of an animal should be utilised, as to do otherwise would be wasteful. I regularly consume marrow, bone broth, and organ meats for this reason. My ancestors would’ve done the same. I was specifically meaning that I don’t condone the modern fur trade. Thank you 😊
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  1570. So glad you enjoyed watching this video Freida! 😊
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  1571. I hope you enjoyed it!! 🥰
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  1572. You’re very welcome! I grew up in a household that constantly struggled with finances, and I even lived in my car for a year when I was 18, so it’s something I definitely think about a lot as that was most of my experience until the last 5-6 years or so ❤️ Hope you enjoy the Skillshare deal! I love the platform and courses 😊
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  1573. I keep spiders away with peppermint too! 🥰
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  1574. Thank you for your comment! I just started making another pair today, and another commenter mentioned how I could cut the pieces on folds to have less seams (and in turn as well no crotch seam). The gores/gussets though I do believe would still be cut on the bias, because in the photo the stripes where they meet with the leg seam go diagonally. So for this pair I’m making today, I cut the gores on the fold with the fold on the straight of grain, meaning where they meet up with the leg seam at the front and back of the leg (not the inside) they’ll be on the bias there against the straight edge of the leg piece. I also cut the legs on the fold so the outer leg seam no longer exists. And finally, I cut the square insert piece on the fold, so they also have no seam inside anymore either, much like you describe! Because I only had scraps for this project it wouldn’t have been possible anyways, but I love this new method for any future pairs I make because not only will it speed up the whole process, they’ll probably drape nicer too (and be more suitable for horse riding, though I don’t ride anymore haha)
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  1575. Oh no that's such a bummer! Linen is a magical material though isn't it? It's crazy how cool/warm it can keep you depending on exactly what you need. I actually grew up in an extremely warm climate as well, which is I think why I immediately moved to the coldest one possible as soon as I became an adult (Iceland) and then settled for something a little more mild 5 years later (The UK) lol. I just love wool far too much (and cold temps).
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  1576.  @katherinemorelle7115  This is all really fascinating to hear about, and it makes perfect sense that for accessibility reasons, the tie on pocket would be ideal (and your favourite accessory). They really are so customisable, and in general so much of historical fashion is. It's pretty amazing actually. Hahahaha bendy banana feet made me laugh 😂 The Londoners are a gorgeous shoe aren't they? But yes historical shoes can be sooooo expensive. I have extremely flat feet, and so I do best in small, curvy heels because it's just way more comfortable, and what I can recommend for a compromise for paying for historical prices, is sometimes you can find contemporary or vintage shoes that are made with curvier lasts, often they have french/louis heels. I've scored a few good options on EBay and Etsy for instance that are super curvy inside and therefore way more comfortable. It may be worth having a look around. It's great to hear from you Neartmhor, as always 😊
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  1577. I’m so sorry you experienced abuse Mel ❤️ thank you for your kind words about this video 😊
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  1578. Thank you so much!! 🥰 it was a lot of fun thank you! It went by so fast though and the weekend was gone before we knew it.
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  1579. Thank you 🥰🥰🥰
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  1580. I think I may try something like this next time! It would be different than the recipe though, so I suspect due to having a modern freezer, I'll need to make some adjustments to the recipe procedure next time :)
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  1581. Thanks for watching!
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  1582. As I mentioned at the start of the video, these are all upperclass recipes
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  1583. Food intolerances are actually a very real thing for people. I can’t eat many things because of it. I love dairy but can only handle so much without noticing an impact on my body. To deny that this is the experience for others is to deny the facts of what is. It isn’t a fad or a trend. This is the actual reality for many — especially those that experience various health conditions.
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  1584. Thank you Rachael! Exactly! The original pattern actually had either a short sleeve or no sleeve option, so I modified the sleeves to make them long for better sun protection 😊 You should absolutely make one!
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  1585. How cool!! ❤️❤️❤️
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  1586. Hahaha what perfect timing! I can definitely understand the hesitation! Thank you so much and that's super cool that you have the same fabric (isn't Amo the best? 😅) I'm sure your dress will be beautiful! 😊
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  1587. Agreed! They just breathe so much better. I can understand though that they often aren’t accessible to everyone. I wish we lived in a world where everyone could have access to the fabrics that would make them feel comfortable (and all the life necessities met of course too)
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  1588.  @SimpleDesertRose  hahaha this is great to hear! I guess the people commenting saying my pronunciation was wrong were just trying to gatekeep the English language a bit 😂
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  1589.  @WaterNai  I always hear it in my head the French way hahaha. Thanks for being frustrated on my behalf! I’m often very frustrated about it too, especially with this video doing so well, which I’m grateful for for other reasons, but yeah, it just sucks and they haven’t ever given me an option to speak with an employee to resolve the matter because I’m sure if I didn’t just get funnelled through endless robots about the matter, there’d be a lot more compassion with the issue.
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  1590. Perhaps in the Christian-world. Multiple genders have existed all throughout history and for thousands of years amongst many Indigenous and non-Christian societies. In this video we focus on women of the past and of the Christian world, so it doesn’t apply to the reality and scope of who experiences maternity in the world outside of that. I’d highly suggest reading up on two-spirit people and the history of the term.
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  1591. Thank you!! It's such a fun game 🥰
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  1592. Thank you so much!! 😊
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  1593. Bonne année! Merci beaucoup!
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  1594. This all sounds so cool Jessica! I’d be really curious to hear how your mother likes the natural fibres and if they work better for her or not. Also love the idea of dyeing your own with foraged materials 😊
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  1595. 😂😂 it is!
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  1596. So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  1597. Welcome to the channel! I can definitely understand the desire for greater sustainability with clothes, as that’s one of the reasons I started wearing and then making historical fashion too. I’d greatly recommend materials like linen and double gauze. Even very light tropical wools can be good too
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  1598. I have a wheat intolerance! Rye doesn’t impact my body.
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  1599.  @ragnkja  It's actually often recommended to singers by their teachers that they do exercises in the morning before speaking a lot, because then they'll be using their breath and voice in a healthy manner even whilst speaking, which can also get quite taxing on a singing voice.
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  1600. I never expressed I was gluten free. I specifically said I can’t eat wheat. I’m specifically sensitive to the gluten found in wheat (or perhaps a different compound in the wheat) but rye I can tolerate. Please listen through the video again and you’ll see that I never once say I am gluten intolerant but rather that I cannot eat wheat. I specifically worded it this way for this exact reason (to not mislead people). I’m also not cherry picking foods. I have legitimate things I cannot eat without experiencing adverse effects.
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  1601. That’s an awesome way to get a really well corset!
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  1602. I think this perspective greatly lacks compassion. People can wear whatever they want in public and whatever they feel comfortable with. My only intention with making this video is to never judge anyone for what they are wearing, but to encourage people to find clothing that they can connect with, and perhaps to become more aware of the corrupt fashion industry. Judgement about what people wear because it doesn't fit your idea of what is "right" isn't welcome on my channel. This is a shame-free zone.
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  1603. Thank you so much!
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  1604. Hahaha thank you so much DesertRose! 🥰 I'm so glad you can relate with the procrastination. Isn't it funny though how we procrastinate one sewing project with another? Seems like it'd be counterintuitive but also somehow feels like you're getting things done, even if it isn't the thing one should be doing 😂 You've got this though! You can totally get the Edwardian combinations done 😊
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  1605. Thank you so much! 🥰❤️
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  1606. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment. It can be used to attach just about any two pieces together, so the back pieces of an 18th century gown for instance. Normally with Georgian gowns the lining is sewn wrong sides to wrong sides, so you could just work your way along the bodice connecting 2 pieces (plus 2 lining pieces, so 4 pieces total) a pair at a time, progressively making your way through connecting the entire bodice together. Then you don’t have to go back in later and whip stitch the entire lining to the outer pieces, and you also then won’t need to back stitch each of the outer pieces and each of the lining pieces together. Hopefully that makes sense!
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  1607. Hahaha thank you for the story! Your poor sister though, a spider on the head would be such a shock! 🤣 glad you liked the video! 😊
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  1608. Thank you so much ☺️
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  1609. Thank you! 🥰
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  1610. I live in quite a humid place as well (around 60-80% humidity in summer usually).
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  1611. I haven’t had issues with my wool stinking personally, but I also sometimes run a dehumidifier in my home just to get the humidity levels down a little bit (when I start to feel it’s getting quite humid inside).
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  1612. I mention the friend aspect at the end if one doesn’t have a mannequin! Mainly the friend just needs to be able to pin at the points where the hem marker hits. I feel that most people could probably do that if given clear instructions. Or they could even mark with chalk.
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  1613. My point in saying this was to state that pregnancy isn’t just for women. Pregnant individuals identifying as all genders have existed for thousands of years outside of the Christian world. Simply look to many Indigenous communities for that proof. There’s no room for transphobia on my channel.
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  1614. I’m a beginner, and I make that incredibly clear in every single one of my videos. In fact, my entire channel is built around the premise of following my journey starting out sewing and wearing historical fashion everyday. I started sewing 2 years ago, and this video I made during my first 6 months sewing. I also choose personally to knot my thread, even though the Victorians didn’t, because I actually wear these garments everyday and have had seams pop when I only backstitch them. I also mention that historically threads weren’t traditionally knotted, but each person can choose what they want to do for themselves. Sewing is not a hobby for gatekeeping and your gatekeeping isn’t welcome on my channel. Have a nice day!
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  1615. Thank you so much Audri! Glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  1616. I’d love to give them out, however, they are interpretations that are in the 2 copyrighted books I mention, so it would be unethical and also against the law to do so. You may be able to find some other interpretations of the original ones on Google though! Another version of jowtes I believe for example. I think I would have died if I had to eat more bread 🤣 it was already way too much for me as I eat maybe 1-2 slices of rye bread a week, if even.
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  1617. Hi Alfies Flower! Thank you very much for the compliments. I greatly appreciate the subscribe. I am in the U.K. as well, so it's lovely to have another British viewer 😊 I hope you are keeping safe and well!
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  1618.  @jasminechiu5436  thank you so much Jasmine!
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  1619.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  That's certainly a transformation! I'm sure it turned out lovely 😊
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  1620.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  Oooo great choice!
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  1621.  @t.a.yeah.  thank you! I don’t so much have an accent because I was raised in the states 😊 I’ve been in Europe now for 6-7 years. Sewing time is separate generally. So the estimates I give for how long it took to make something is normally from cutting the fabric to finish. Everything else I calculate separately or just don’t bother calculating as it’s all rough estimates anyways 😅
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  1622. Thank you!! Avoiding sun and smoking is definitely a great way to protect your skin. That's incredible too that you still don't have any wrinkles (not that having wrinkles is bad or anything). It's very fascinating as well that for you it is the other way around. I can see how being sensitive to citric acid could make it really quite complicated. I suppose you could make some of your own cosmetics as well? For instance face powders from rice starch and arrow root powder. It's surprisingly affordable too haha.
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  1623. Yeah there have been regular wars in various regions of Ukraine for many years tragically, but this is the biggest one yet as over 5 major cities are getting bombed at the moment by the Russian military 😔 so heartbreaking. Well done nevertheless and thanks for playing! These gowns were mostly all exceptions to the general rules of the eras, which made them such a challenge.
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  1624. You’ve got this ❤️
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  1625. …I said wheat :) I’m eating meat the entire video.
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  1626. Thanks for sharing your experience! I definitely feel similarly that natural fibres make a massive difference when it comes to comfort 😊 I wish they would be as affordable/as accessible as synthetics so that everyone could wear them if they’d want to.
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  1627. Thank you Erica! I would recommend first doing exercises to strengthen breath control and for releasing the jaw, as these two things can impact singing tremendously so they are important parts to warm up and train. From there, practicing scales and such can be helpful for further developing tone and pitch. As boring as it sounds, most of the voice is trained with exercises and then the song is almost like the reward and helps to build up stamina that allows an entire show to be performed over time. There are many amazing vocal coaches showing techniques and warmups here on YouTube actually! 😊
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  1628. I quite like Verba Vocal technique. Her videos are older but they’re still very good. There’s also a yoga channel that does exercises just for singers (super niche I know!) called Vox Yoga, and they’re great. A big part of singing is getting the body very relaxed and free and fluid, being able to work through that tension that we tend to all carry throughout the day, and from there performing exercises etc. so it’s super important to have physical exercises that support that relaxation.
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  1629.  @ericalarochelle3779  you’re very welcome! I can definitely understand that. I find sometimes hearing how they sing themselves and looking at what technique they use themselves really helps
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  1630. Sounds so lovely! I suppose you can always celebrate Samhain again too all of November 😉
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  1631. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! I really appreciate it!
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  1632. Thank you very much! I didn't make those jumps myself, so I'm not positive which pattern was used, but Mill Farm does offer a good pattern for 18th-century jumps. I would recommend them and then opt for a quilted construction with light boning (if you intend to mimic what is in this video).
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  1633. This sounds so good!
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  1634. I have a leather satchel as well if I have to take my computer with me somewhere.
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  1635. Thanks! great tip 😊 Sailmaking is a mysterious art to me haha
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  1636. So glad you enjoyed it! 😊 I haven't featured him in any other videos before though, so perhaps another creator? 🥰
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  1637. I wholly agree! We have a lot to learn from people of the past, both how to propel the good and how to never repeat the horrible. I’m part of two ethnic minority groups myself, so my ancestors were also treated horrifically in history (and still are in some parts today) so I very much agree with your comment.
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  1638. That’s a nice idea 😊 perhaps in the future when it’s time to bust some more misconceptions!
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  1639. Sounds so cosy! Happy sewing 😊
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  1640. It’s true, a lot of Lolita looks very Victorian/Edwardian, if not for the shorter length! It’s amazing how much of a difference that simple thing can make for how the garment “feels” and which category it fits into. I think made to measure is often seen as pricey because fast-fashion prices we’ve become accustomed to, but quality generally isn’t the priority there. Custom-made is typically such high quality that I’m sure you’d agree it often lasts you much longer and you can repair, mend, treat that garment with care and keep it for far longer.
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  1641. Ah yes that makes sense. I figured as much, since I have seen how popular silk belts are all throughout the Victorian era (and beyond). I do believe it is Victorian as well due to the way the materials are.
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  1642. Hahaha that’s so awesome! It’s short for Vasilisa 😊 very few people could pronounce my name growing up so I go by Vasi a lot but I like Vasilisa too. What’s the origin of your name?
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  1643. That’s the way I’ve mostly seen them demonstrated as well, which just takes way too long for stitch lines on big garments like skirts, so when I discovered this method, I knew I needed to share it with everyone here. I’m glad it’s helpful!
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  1644. I’m very happy to hear that you’re continuing to wear what you love to regardless of the remarks! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  1645.  @CatMom4704  I do have some food intolerances! Just didn’t mention them here because it didn’t relate. There is no shame in having food intolerances, considering that they also can’t be controlled.
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  1646. Hahahaha. I guess lighters technically were invented in the early 1800s!
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  1647. Hehehe thank you! I honestly got so lucky as it was the only one on the site. I ended up buying like 14 metres so I can make a tea gown later on!
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  1648. Hi! I have a video on my favourite historical pattern resources which has some books in it, but I also like: The Victorian Dressmaker (series) by Prior Attire Patterns of Fashion (there's a reprint now , so don't spend money on the old prints because they're absurdly expensive) Making Working Women's Costume The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking Draping Period Costumes (but there is no guide for draping sleeves sadly) Authentic Victorian Dressmaking Techniques There are a bunch others but that's what I could think of off the top of my head!
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  1649. Changlains 😂 chatelaines are the best honestly! I’ve been adding to mine and it’s so convenient going everywhere with basically a useful tool belt haha.
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  1650. Pretty surprising right!? It’s refreshing to see things like fetish boots exist in history lol
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  1651. I think I’d be the same, buy my own. But it’s sad that they have to resort to that when that should be guaranteed by production
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  1652. That’s a very good theory!! That would be me. Maybe that’s why I like them so much lol.
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  1653. Indeed! I meant it more so as a statement regarding the lack of vegetables within these specific recipe books (since those were the ones I was using). I’m really involved in organic gardening and permaculture so understanding seasonality of food is super important 😊
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  1654. Oh no!! How frustrating! Awesome idea about the corset sports bra
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  1655. Some corsetieres in my experience will do commissions including for anyone that might have scoliosis! Obviously not to treat the scoliosis as they aren’t medical professionals, but just modifying the corset so that if it needs to be different shaped from the left to right side, it can be. The corsetiere that makes my corsets (TheBoudoirKey) always sends a wearable mock-up first too, which makes the fitting process much easier as adjustments can be made. She’s booked up though until next year I believe. There is also RedThreaded, Nemuro Corsets. Haven’t purchased from either but have heard good things.
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  1656.  @LiljaHusmo  This just goes to show too, so many things could be "historically accurate" and we just don't know hahaha.
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  1657. Indeed! It's not as easy to buy as hay though unfortunately. But I figure if I was able to make this mattress so comfortable with hay, it'd be even more so with straw.
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  1658. A very good point that it can perhaps take a few wears and some experimentation with different decades to start feeling like the clothes are no longer a costume! I definitely think you aren’t alone in being drawn to historical and vintage fashions because of cottagecore and dark academia. I liked the aesthetics as well before I started wearing historical clothes, and I wouldn’t be surprised if this is the case with many! I believe as the world becomes more open to grey and nuance, and can begin to recognise that fashions don’t necessarily connect with beliefs, that will perhaps help with like “modest” dressers being seen a puritan etc. I’m sorry though you’re faced with that dilemma because of the potential reactions of others 😔
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  1659. She isn’t able to take commissions at the moment because she had to evacuate due to the war in Ukraine and tragically had to leave everything behind but she is selling her digital patterns still and they’re great!
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  1660. I’m a Volga Tatar. We are Turkic people. I’m part Central Asian and mixed race.
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  1661. That’s a very good point!
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  1662. All lovely menswear tips, thank you!
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  1663. I’m 5’2” so we are similar! Hehe. You can absolutely make it with muslin! Any material really would work. I’ve made wool aprons, and you can also use silk, or any thinner synthetics. But muslin would be perfect for this 😊
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  1664. So glad it’s helpful!! It’s definitely great for mimicking elastic! And at a time before elastic was invented which is amazing 😊
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  1665. Awww I’m so glad you love the series! It’s always a fun one 🥰
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  1666. It’s absolutely gorgeous and Maayankraj’s work is amazing!!
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  1667. It was one of my favourite garments presented as well, so beautiful!
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  1668. Thank you so so much! Honestly, I was questioning the hat myself as I was making it, but I also think it totally worked and made the whole thing feel a lot more "Italian Renaissance" too 🥰 Isn't that Georgian revival jacket GORGEOUS?!
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  1669. thank you!! welcome to the channel :)
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  1670. Congrats on beginning your project! 😊 I have never been against mixing thread and fabric types personally, as my go to with most projects is a button weight silk thread actually as it’s incredibly strong. On my self sewn undergarments I often use linen thread as I just don’t find cotton thread to be very strong.
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  1671. Thanks so much Catherine! That sounds like a fun and very satisfying (and practical project). I hope it's going well! 😊
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  1672. There will be more of them in the series in the future. Just not yet :) thanks!
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  1673. The same clothes. I don't dress modern to go out in public.
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  1674. Definitely! In most of the antique garments I own for study, there are many pieces combined to create one bigger piece. It’s known as “piecing”. What you would do is simply cut multiple pieces out until you get your desired shape, but be sure to add seam allowance on any joining sides. Then I would just back stitch them together to create the finished shape and finish the raw edges inside as you would with any other seam.
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  1675. Hahaha that’s amazing!
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  1676. Indeed, my mother grew some of our food growing up so I am extremely familiar with seasonal eating. This isn't meant to be a seasonal representation of food consumed during the 19th century, simply an exploration of some of the recipes during the time.
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  1677. Ahhhh so kind, thank you!! 🥰 I’m so glad you’re enjoying the channel 😊
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  1678. there is actually no historical evidence that Vikings wore horned helmets :)
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  1679. Thanks so much, Tabitha, for watching!
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  1680. Thanks so much, Neartmhor! It's a privilege to have this video go in that list of yours 😊
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  1681. Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy your hand sewing project 😊
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  1682. Thank you Lillian! Her patterns are some of the best I've found for historical fashion 😊
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  1683. I have a video on 500 Years of Indian Fashion as well, along with one on the Life of an Indigenous Dressmaker. There will be future content on my own ethnic dress (Kazan Tatar) too 😊
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  1684. Aww thank you Lilja! It is indeed, sourdough rye though. I can’t eat wheat so I like to eat plenty of rye 😊
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  1685. Thanks for sharing your perspective! It really is a mess, and I suppose this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the toxic behaviours and environment. I wonder if we’ll ever see a fair and just film industry.
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  1686. Thank you very much! A Galadriel herb foraging dress is EXACTLY what this is hahaha
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  1687. Thank you so much Lisa! I work on online job so since I don’t have to show up anywhere physically, I don’t have a dress code or anything 😊 I appreciate the support and I hope you have a wonderful holiday season!
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  1688.  @jaehaywardkent  Thank you so much Jae!! 😊
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  1689. Ahhh I'm so glad you're going to try it out! That's great! I did a test and pulled on the seam as hard as I could and for extended periods of time, and I didn't hear any threads pop, so yeah, I'd say it's probably quite similar in strength to the backstitch, especially if the stitching is done with small strokes that are close together. In some ways the additional layers sort of create a reinforcement that helps to strengthen the location that each stitch gets to live, if that makes sense, and so since the stitches have that strong, 3 layer foundation, I think it only benefits the durability!
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  1690. Thank you 🥹
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  1691. Thank you! This video is nearly 2 years old now, so my wardrobe has changed a lot, especially since now I’ve been sewing for longer, but it’s nice to look back on what it was like 🥰
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  1692. Reticules often smaller in size that it isn’t likely that a ton would go into them, though some items certainly may have fit. I believe women still often had pockets as well even though they carried reticules sometimes (in their skirts for instance). I’m not completely sure either historical how we could prove what women carried in their reticules, but I will try to do some digging to find out. I always wish that even more was documented throughout history 😊
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  1693. This is a great idea. Thanks! I’ll write it on my request list. It would be nice to cover some of the deeper side of what the everyday lady would carry 🙂
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  1694.  @MR-rj2qw  I’d highly recommend parasitic wasps that target clothing moths species! I have been treating my home with those for the past 5-6 months and it has been the best possible decision. Hardly any moths anymore and no garment damage. Freezing garments helps for already present infestations, as well as smelly sachets with specific herbs in them designed to keep clothing moths away. Those three things are how I keep my moth population down since they’re out of control in the U.K.
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  1695. Thank you for the correction! I got it confused with Alkanna root in my research 🥲
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  1696. Thank you!! 🥰 I need a very good night’s sleep now lol!
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  1697. Thanks Noel! I would say in this case (and this is just one person's opinion of course) these undergarments are an extremely common shape for a historical garment. Some individuals have commented that they are especially similar to the Thorsberg trousers for instance, so this was a cut common all throughout the world and all throughout history. Although this garment means something to me as a Tatar, its form isn't sacred to me in the way that say some of the unique Volga Tatar dresses I'm making are, which are far more distinctly Volga Tatar and are embellished with elements that are especially distinct to Central Asia and Turkic people.
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  1698. Hahaha I don't blame you for procrastinating, it can be such a pain to go back and alter old projects! Especially big alterations. But yes, if you are feeling it digging into your armpits, most likely you are short waisted. You could measure C7 vertebrae to waistline and then waistline to hips, and compare those to what is available on your pattern. The standard centre back length for most patterns is usually somewhere between 16-17 inches I've found. My centre back is 14.25 inches for reference lol. So perhaps you have a similar thing. Thanks so much! You can write to me in Russian if you would like to practice a little 😊
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  1699. It’s impossible to cover every nuance in a 40 minute video. The world is full of nuance.
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  1700. Yes!! ❤️
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  1701. I definitely have this experience as well (as a daily corset wearer)! I also find it just makes historical clothing sit better, the two are really designed for eachother.
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  1702. Looks like a new season is out in January, so that’s good timing 😊
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  1703. Thank you so much Jae!! I'm so glad that you enjoyed the outfits and the video. I'm so grateful for your continued support!! 💕
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  1704. So glad you enjoyed the video Katherine! Wearing historical clothing is always so challenging I find around Halloween time. So many people ask about your “costume”. So many people ask to take photos lol
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  1705. Thank you for watching and for your compliments! You can absolutely do any of those things, as there are really no rules to something as creative as historical hand sewing, there are just guidelines. Because we are all just interpreting history, there is really no one answer to any of this. As for it being longer than calf length, you can absolutely tailor the length to anything that works for you. Since this petticoat however was an "under petticoat" it wasn't the outer most petticoat or skirt, and therefore extants tend to show that it was on the shorter side in order to lessen the weight lower down at the legs. Some were cut though lower towards the ankles as well. The outer petticoat would have been cut longer, depending on the use, and would have been seen on the wearer, while the under petticoat demonstrated in this video would have been an undergarment. I actually do recommend using at least 2cm+ width twill tape, as the twill tape I had was on the thinner side, but it was all I had available. Outer petticoats often were made with a band made from matching fabric, and under petticoats sometimes were too, so it's completely possible to use either tape or a strip of fabric made into a bias tape and then with twill tape ties attached to both ends for tying. The only thing is that because this shorter under petticoat was worn under stays, I hypothesise that a thinner waistband was preferred in order to increase comfort and reduce bulk (it had a very practical design). I only used 1 metre of fabric for my own under petticoat because that's all I had available, but typically it was made with two metres (or even sometimes more but that's an entirely different discussion), one for each side of the petticoat, which would mean more pleating, a thicker petticoat, and more warmth in turn. It can be done either way and is completely up to you. Outer petticoats were usually made with two slits, one on each side where the panel seams meet. Since this is an under petticoat, however, one side (from what I can tell through extants) was usually preferred, and I believe this again was done to reduce bulk under the stays and to increase comfort. The great thing about a simple garment like this is there is no one "right" way to do it, and it is completely customisable and can be personal to you. As is the case with most historical sewing! It's a very creative, solution-oriented practice. Hope this helps and happy historical sewing! 😊 Oh! I thought I'd also add that if you do have two slits, one down each side, the way it would historically be tied is with two pairs of tape ties, so one on each side for each panel, and then the back panel ties would be tied towards the front and then the front panel ties would be brought to the back and tied towards the back. Then you can just tuck the ties in. Forgot to mention this :)
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  1706. Wrapping paper is a great tip, thanks! 🥰 What perfect timing with the cape! I did not, a friend of mine made it. I often commission her to knit and crochet things for me as those skills are not my strong suit 😅
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  1707. Thanks Ariane 😊 It's the best!
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  1708. I think this would be a very sensible choice on their part! Or at least give them a shift to wear under any corsetry
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  1709. Thank you so much! I just prefer it personally. I really have little desire to maintain historical accuracy, aside from in settings like reenactment etc. (which I don't even do haha) even though I'd say my own clothing does lean a lot more "historically accurate". I just really love how connected I feel to my garments with hand sewing and it's a much deeper practice for me beyond creating something wearable 😊
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  1710. American Duchess has a muff pattern I believe in their Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking book. That might be a good place to start as they are on an easy-to-follow grid with clear instructions. You should show her this video as proof that there are others who believe the two can work well together! After all, we have like 10 official/honoury Muffia members in this comments section 😂
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  1711. I have! Since I didn’t do a ton of research on it though, and since I’m not a medical professional, I decided to refrain from sharing any of that info in the video 😊 it’s definitely a fascinating rabbithole to go down though!
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  1712. Hahahah love the hashtag. I agree though! It can be quite surprising what works well together 😊
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  1713. I’d recommend checking out @Vintagebursche
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  1714. Thank you! 😊 I try to answer as many comments as I can on here. I used to answer almost all comments but now it’s grown too much to do so (which I’m very grateful for)
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  1715. My pleasure! It's important to make complex topics like these more simplified.
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  1716. Thank you! Because the fabric doesn’t have any plastic layers, it breathes really well. I find historical menstruation options to usually equate to far less smell than modern pads (both reusable and disposable). Wool also possesses natural antimicrobial properties, which was part of my reason for choosing it. Just speaking from my own experience, it might be completely different for someone else.
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  1717.  @xill5119  Ah yes. Those are a bit more complex. I definitely will consider doing a tutorial on that construction in the future. Thanks for the request :)
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  1718. That’s amazing, I’m sure it’s beautiful! 🥰
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  1719. My pleasure Mel! I’m so happy to hear that you enjoyed this video and you plan to reference it again in the future. I love the idea of sewing little suits for your Ken dolls, how sweet. I can definitely see how these tips could work wonders for that. Little tiny lapels and collars, I bet it’d be so cute. Thank you for your very kind words 😊
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  1720. Thank you so much Alicia! It’s really lovely to hear about your own experiences and how they relate 🥰 body image is definitely a huge one and historical fashion can help so much (perhaps not for everyone, but I can certainly relate to what you wrote about that point)
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  1721. Thank you for your comment and appreciations Sarah 😊
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  1722. I have videos at the moment on how to plan a historical fashion capsule wardrobe and how to get started with hand sewing historical fashion. Not sure if either of those would help cover some of what you’re looking for. Starting a historical fashion wearing lifestyle is definitely something I’d like to make at some point, it would just be a massive video to make I think because of how many nuances there can be. But I’ll definitely see what I can do 😊 hope those other two videos can be a bit helpful!
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  1723.  @Noel.Chmielowiec  I will at some point, as my wardrobe has changed A LOT!
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  1724. That’s a genius idea to make one out of Ugg boots! Perfect timing too 😊
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  1725.  @katecapek3116  Ahhh amazing! Best of luck with making your cloak(s) then! 😊
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  1726. Thank you for asking! Unfortunately, no, and I’m doubtful that they ever will just based on the conversations I’ve had with their support. I’m beginning to get sponsors now so that’s really helping to finance my channel! 😊
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  1727. Thank you!! Sadly it has to do with me apparently violating some rule but I don’t believe I have done any such thing as I’m very careful and when asked they won’t tell me what exactly I did, so it’s a lot of going around in circles unfortunately with no resolution 🤣 it’s definitely been a big practice in acceptance though!
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  1728. Lol yes, cities are fun for having things to do. Questionable for the health.
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  1729. Yes I very much agree. I think at this point my clothes are just clothes personally, and I don’t think twice about what I’m wearing because this is just what I wear! I think we should all have fun with what we want to do in life (as long as it doesn’t hurt others).
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  1730. I’ll definitely try to make this happen! Not sure who is an expert in this but I’ll do some digging.
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  1731. Thanks so much Skirted Galleons! 😊 I normally don’t wear more than 3! 🤣
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  1732. At 1:40, he states that the west often had the outlook of the culture being unsophisticated, which is far from the truth. Later on, he directly talks about the negative impact on the GDP when Britain colonised India. Please don’t group me into “y’alls”. I’m Indigenous and mixed race. My own people underwent loss of their culture and colonisation (I’m a Turkic Volga Tatar). Being white passing doesn’t change that. I value and fight for Indigenous and marginalised rights constantly, and see pre-colonial fashions and traditions as being some of the most sophisticated (and packed with far more wisdom than colonial traditions).
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  1733. Thank you so much DesertRose! This is the exact type of feeling I was going for 😊 corsets, a chemise, etc were traditionally worn underneath bathing suits, and I have a hard time going a day without a corset or at least jumps so I wore a full corset as well, along with a chemise under that and the stockings of course.
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  1734. Good question! Haha. I had many different style phases honestly. I had a short emo phase when I was like 12-13, and then I wore a lot of vintage or vintage-esque thrifted things and mostly shopped at charity shops when I was a teenager, as my parents often didn’t have the money to buy me new clothes (not secondhand) but I also loved thrift shops so it didn’t matter to me. I also got a ton of hand-me-downs from my friends who had more money, so that was really nice. I had a sort of hippie phase where I wore a lot of loose fabrics and skirts and such, and I also had a phase where I basically only wore pant suits from the thrift store lol. I was very experimental with my style as a teenager.
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  1735. Hahahaha thanks so much Caroline! Perhaps I’ll grab a screenshot from the video and put it up on Instagram 😂
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  1736. That’s so cool! I’m so happy to hear how much it helps with your chronic pain, so sorry though you have to experience it in the first place!
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  1737. I completely agree. That would have been a more accurate description of corset wearing generally and would have provided a lot more room for nuance. I guess though that’s the classic cognitive default for some, to think in black and white terms, but like most things in life, the truth is typically a lot more grey. The same can be said for corsets! There are a lot of reasons why one might love them and reasons why one might not, but fit, construction, material, etc. all play such a big role in that experience.
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  1738. definitely! and the reversed angle of the camera I think helps as well for creating that illusion.
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  1739. Thank you so much sixstringedthing! It’s so great to hear from you, it has been a while 😊
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  1740. Agreed. I think it’s a common perpetuated myth that corsetry permanently disfigures the body.
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  1741. From what I’ve experienced, a good majority of working class clothing features rather wide and loose sleeves throughout the 18th century. You see this a lot for 19th century working class clothing too. Most of the British population would have been working class. For the elite or wealthy, I’d imagine they’d leave more seam allowance in the sleeve perhaps to accommodate for any shifts or new sleeves could somehow be fashioned.
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  1742. Thank you so much Lilja! And a great tip with making them smaller for gathers 🥰
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  1743. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  1744. Thank you so much! It’s an 1840s style wrapper I made using laughing moon no. 118 as the pattern 😊 the front panels are cut as single pieces (one for the left one for the right) and they are at a bit of an angle once it’s past the waistline. The back is a shorter bodice panel that stops at the waist and then a giant rectangle with straight sides which is heavily cartridge pleated and then attached to the short bodice back.
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  1745. The hat I'm wearing in this video I made myself using an old cheap straw hat I found on eBay as the base. Most of my hats I either find on eBay or being sold on a historical sewing Facebook group. If I make them myself then I'll buy the base from Nehelenia Patterns, though shipping now to the UK is incredibly expensive, so it is oftentimes cheaper just to make a base from scratch.
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  1746. Thanks Jae! I’m excited for your chiton adventures 😄
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  1747. Amazing!!
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  1748. I’m making another pair at the moment with most pieces cut on the fold (wherever possible) so there’s only a seam to attach the gores, and it’s bascially three rectangles that I’ve stitched part way down, and then I’m bringing the crotch area back under the garment and attaching it to the legs to form the insert piece. I would assume it was done this way historically, and then the gores inserted (which yes would definitely be rectangles cut at an angle) but because my red version I was working with scraps, I could’ve never constructed it this way
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  1749. Thank you!! I think she’s so adorable too. Though I’m very biased 😂 The olive is so so much better than the Daphne green lol. I think you’ll love shoe clips. They’re so versatile!
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  1750. Thank you so much Mistress Pennywhistle 🥰
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  1751. That’s not why I censored the word. As I explain in the pinned comment, it’s due to YT’s strange censorship rules where some terms cause videos to get demonetised and others don’t.
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  1752. I’d recommend robes and wrappers of the time, as well as loose fitting gowns. You could also wear jumps instead of stays which are lightly boned or just quilted. They’re more decorative and for a small amount of support rather than to create a strong foundation like with stays
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  1753. Many more discussions to come as I have the "500 Years of..." series running, and it's been diving lately into cultures outside of Europe. I recently released one on 500 Years of Indian fashion for example 😊
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  1754. I’m an indigenous woman (Volga Tatar) and I very much agree. Volga Tatars originally practiced a form of shamanism called Tengrism, and as I’ve been diving more into the practices, they are incredibly similar to some of the organic nature and life oriented ones that I grew up practicing in Buddhism and other forms of spirituality.
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  1755. So glad you enjoyed the video Makeda! 🥰 The tartan gowns are so gorgeous, aren’t they?!
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  1756. Is that what you took from the video? Lol. Aren’t there more important things to be concerned with in life? I changed it now anyways, thanks!
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  1757. Thanks so much Kat! 💕 how lovely it is that you're the child and grandchild of educators 😊
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  1758.  @ericalarochelle3779  Thank you, that means a lot to me! It's been beautiful watching how the channel is growing and all the feedback has just been brilliant 😊
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  1759. A very suitable fabric choice! 😄
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  1760.  @AdelaideBeemanWhite  it’s just one I made up! Lol 🤣
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  1761. That’s so cool! Thank you for sharing your perspective 🥰
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  1762. Definitely! Tightlacing is so often the thing that pops into mind at least probably in mainstream society (I.e. not people into weird niche hobbies like historical fashion 😂) which is interesting since it was such an uncommon practice when we consider how most people were working class and tightlacing was really only a thing amongst upper class and just for a small frame of time
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  1763. Thank you Lilja! They make a world of a difference honestly. And thanks, I’m glad you like it! It’s an antique sewing etui from c. 1900-1920 😊
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  1764.  @LiljaHusmo  Hahahaha poor thing! It’s funny when partners that don’t actually sew end up getting dragged into it anyways 😂
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  1765. Thanks so much! I appreciate it😊 I will need to bring in sponsors at some point (ethical ones of course) as I don’t get paid any money from my videos on YouTube, and in order to keep my quality up and continue posting, I’d like to stop working 2 full time jobs for the pay of only one 😅
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  1766. Yeah some people can’t touch their toes though without a corset on! Everyone has different flexibility. Even with a busk corset I can touch my toes fully with or without the corset
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  1767. That’s awesome! You’re very lucky you could feel comfortable in one off the rack. I have an extremely short and narrow back so off the rack corsets are the worst because they dig into my armpits and hips by about 2-3 inches due to the short back 😂
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  1768. Yes please!! Lol. And thank you :) That’s a brilliant idea to use the vintage fur coat to make a muff. You could probably make some other accessories out of it too to match! Like a stole.
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  1769. Thank you very much Jazmine! 😊 This video feels like forever ago now, even though it hasn't even been a year! My wardrobe has definitely grown and shifted in some ways, so perhaps I'll need to make an updated video in a couple of years as more garments are added in that I've made. Phoebe Tonkin is very lovely, so I appreciate that compliment! 💕
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  1770.  @jaehaywardkent  Thank you 💕 These are so fun to make and edit so I'm excited for you all to see more of them!
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  1771. It looks exactly the same, as long as you pre-wash any fabric you’re going to use, and also use a strong thread 😊
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  1772. You can still see the environment of walking around my feet. It helps to push the storyline of the video forward as it creates a passage of time. Blurring my feet is because of the way the internet is, but still people get the point that I'm walking somewhere new.
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  1773. wheat.
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  1774. Thank you! I’m not interested in being authentically ancient Greek, as I state at the beginning of the video. I’m just having fun with experimental archaeology and historical clothing in my every day life :)
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  1775. Yay! Thank you!
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  1776. Thank you so much! This was a while ago but I definitely recall this edit being one of the longer ones I’ve done (probably like 40 hours 😅)
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  1777. Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel :)
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  1778. Exactly! It's making time and choosing to pick up the book, needle & thread, yarn and hook, paint brush, whatever it might be and spending a bit of time on the thing here and there or during a specifically scheduled duration (like the 30 mins-1 hour each day) and choosing how to break that chunk of time up whenever there's a moment during life.
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  1779. Katherine Sewing is awesome!! And she’s a super wonderful and kind person as well 🥰
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  1780. Thank you Tabitha! xx
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  1781. Thank you very much! My favourite hand sewing needles are any by John James Needles.
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  1782. Thanks for letting me know! I’m a Russian first-language speaker, but we don’t have a letter w, so I didn’t guess that “w” is “v” in Polish 😅
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  1783. Check out 19th century wrappers (I have a short on them) and perhaps even kirtles. Lots of working class clothing is extremely comfortable 😊
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  1784. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  1785. Thank you!! Definitely the honey-glazed prawns. I have eaten them many years ago, but they weren't nearly as good as these ones I made. Likely also the cabbage salad, the liver "skewers", and I would gladly make the honeyed pears again, but perhaps paired up with some type of crumble.
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  1786. I’m so sorry 😞 my condolences for your losses
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  1787. That’s wonderful to hear! These tailor’s tacks are so satisfying to create as well, especially snipping all the little threads😊 Thanks for that tip! I’ll fish them out soon and hope to find some other metal treasures haha
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  1788. Wheat. There are captions.
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  1789. Thanks so much Erica! I’m really excited to keep working with brands in the future that I really enjoy and support 🥰 I can definitely understand why historical fashion would then interest you. Wool really is such a lifesaver, especially in outdoor settings. I think it says a lot how much wool (and linen) working class folks would wear.
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  1790. It definitely can be really frustrating! It’s nice that the world has so much grey and nuance, and I guess ultimately we are the ones that create definitions for things anyways, since at the end of the day language was created by humans, but still some clarity can sometimes feel nice. It’d probably be tricky for everyone to agree though on these terms because no matter what exists in the world, no matter how factual, someone out there likely disagrees with it lol
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  1791. I do have wavy curly hair and have a routine for it! I just don't always follow it as it's a lot of work :)
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  1792. It was a joke. B very much knows my blunt sense of humour and knew this ☺️
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  1793. I use this method as well and it works! Though it doesn't deter any moths that might come into a wardrobe, so that's where I find the sachets really help.
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  1794. Thank you!! I much preferred the ancient Greek food week as the Mediterranean diet is I’d say closer to what I eat in my own life ☺️
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  1795. Thanks so much Lilja ❤️
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  1796. What can I say, I speak with my hands 🙃
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  1797. Thanks so much Susie! And thanks for the grosgrain pronunciation note 😊 I'll be sure to use it for future videos!
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  1798. I've had lavender ice cream before! It's really nice :)
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  1799. This is just how I sew it personally. It's impossible for us to say in what order people used to sew garments, as everyone likely had their own methods, and clothing practices weren't written down and documented much in the 18th century. So this is just the way that works best for me, but different people will have different methods 😊
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  1800. It’s a fascinating topic of discussion because I think all the terms mean so many different things for different people and there isn’t really a set agreement on what each term means 😅
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  1801. Thank you so much! I love your solution of “cosplaying” wearable vintage fashions! That’s an awesome idea. I suppose some cosplays are perhaps more in the historical realm as well, like perhaps some video game characters hahaha which could probably be very fun too.
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  1802. Whilst purple was reserved for wealthier people only during medieval times, bright colours did exist historically, even during Ancient Greek times. If you search up natural plant dyes you’ll see just how bright they can get. It’s a common myth that only browns existed historically which can be quickly debunked by Google. Additionally, as my pinned comment says, this isn’t meant to be a historically accurate week. I wore this kirtle because I had already made it for another project as I wear this type of clothing every day so it’s just a piece in my existing wardrobe. I wore it for the video just for a bit of fun.
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  1803. 🥰🥰🥰 I love the added snicker lol
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  1804. I got mine from a Vinted seller that was selling a lot of like 20 pairs of vintage gloves (all in my size surprisingly) for £20. It’s been one of my best online finds!
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  1805. They’re definitely super practical! I would just frequently check eBay for listings like “gloves lot” and such
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  1806. So glad you liked it! 😊
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  1807. I started on cotton as well, which is what gave me the confidence with this silk, so yes definitely good thinking there 😊 my pleasure!! 💕 thanks for your comments and support!
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  1808. Thanks Fi! Happy 2023! Looking forward to sharing 🥰
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  1809. Thank you!! Kazan Tatars are Volga Tatars 😊 Volga Tatars are Kazan Tatars and Mishar Tatars (and we are genetically related) and then the other Tatars like Siberian Tatars, Crimean Tatars, Lipka Tatars aren’t genetically related to us Volga Tatars most likely (according to research)
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  1810. I live in Europe…
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  1811. Thank you 🥰
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  1812. In a video about ancient Greek food? 😂
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  1813.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  It has seriously been driving me crazy! I think it’s their AI that they use to monitor comments, but since it’s machine learning, it often gets the nuance of the content of comments wrong.
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  1814. Really glad you enjoyed the video! There is sadly very few resources, but I would greatly recommend Giacomo Lamanuzzi on Instagram as he wears a lot of working class mens clothing day to day and also speaks a lot about it on his profile 😊
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  1815. I mention this fact at the very start of the video when I show the books I got the recipes from. I also reiterate this fact in my pinned comment.
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  1816. That’s awesome! That’s the thing though, a corset is a spectrum and there are so many different forms of the corset and ways it can be worn, it just sucks that the general mainstream narrative learns towards them being awful things when it goes so much deeper than that 🥰
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  1817. Definitely! Hairstyles is an amazing way to make an ode to the past 😊
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  1818. This sounds like it’s been a long haul project but totally worth it! You’ve got this in the bag for the 1 week deadline 😊
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  1819.  @RebeccaBrothers-g3t  I hand sew everything. I don’t own a machine :)
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  1820. Thanks so much Kat! It makes perfect sense you’d have a clearly defined stitch line when working with extants. It’s fascinating to see all the different processes everyone here has 😊
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  1821. Thanks!! I love as well that it takes care of marking both pieces in one go, and honestly snipping all the threads is quite satisfying 😄
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  1822. What can I say, I just really like trees!
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  1823. I know! I feel so awful for them too :(
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  1824. It has a bunch of different pronunciations honestly. It comes from a French word anyways, so technically we are pronouncing it incorrectly if it’s in English 😂 I also pronounce things a bit differently sometimes due to speaking a few different languages, but I like my own pronunciations so I keep them.
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  1825. English is certainly a language of influences haha. My masters is actually in creative writing, so it’s something I’ve thought about a lot. I grew up in American schooling but have used British spellings since I was a child and some more British pronunciations because I’m Russian, and I think the fact I live in Europe and have for the past 6 years, only adds to oddities with my accent, especially since Russian is technically my first language. To be fair, the way I pronounce corset I think actually comes from the way it’s pronounced in Russian as it’s extremely similar, so I think that’s likely where I got it from. I’ve always found with British pronunciations it sounds a lot more like French than American ones, and a lot of the original spellings have remained in Britain as well. But as you know, there are hundreds of accent in the U.K. so then it also varies so much from region to region.
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  1826.  @calliecordoba532  thanks so much Callie! I really appreciate it 🥰
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  1827. Thank you!! Welcome to the channel!
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  1828. Thank you for letting me know! I wasn’t sure how to pronounce it the Swedish way, and couldn’t really find a clear answer as I’m not great at reading the pronunciation spelling guides usually available ☺️
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  1829. That’s so lovely to hear Nieves! I’ve loved seeing your everyday historical fashion looks 🥰
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  1830. Hope you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  1831. Historically the period pads we wear today weren’t worn. They had other options like menstrual aprons, free bleeding, and later on sanitary belts which would be attached at the waist and could be switched out. I myself use menstrual aprons that I make often and they work great!
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  1832. There is a theory that because historically women were very frequently pregnant, giving birth, nursing, or working very labourious jobs, periods would have been more infrequent and lighter @SaffronHammer 
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  1833. Thank you so, so much 🙂 See you in two weeks!
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  1834. Merci beaucoup!! 😊
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  1835. Hahahaha that’s brilliant! Sounds like such a comfy tunic
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  1836. This definitely would have been one way! Though I'm sure historical oilskin would have been a bit different than the stuff we have today, but that tends to be the case with most fabrics anyways since fabrics are woven so differently than they used to be! It would be great for a cloak or a pelisse! The thickness depends upon manufacturer, but the one I have isn't really thick, it's more so just hefty and sturdy.
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  1837. I'll definitely be showing it at some point in the future for a video 😊 It's just one of those slow side projects I have going.
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  1838. Thank you very much Lin 😊
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  1839. Thank you!! 😊
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  1840. I machine wash most of my wools on a special setting on the laundry machine 😊 a lot of wool can actually be washed if it’s the right setting. I have an entire video on my channel regarding how I clean my clothes. I go to the dry cleaner maybe twice a year at most.
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  1841. Thanks so much DesertRose! I love hearing about your 10 gored princess skirt! Rúna will definitely make more cameo appearances in future videos 🥰 she is getting so big now!
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  1842. I get mine made generally by TheBoudoirKey on Etsy, but she currently has a waitlist I believe 😊
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  1843. Thank you! It’s more of an 1890s style belt (I think they’re just referred to as belts or Swiss waists) but they were also commonly worn throughout the 1840s-1860s. They can be referred to generally as belt, corselette, and Swiss waist.
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  1844. Hi Dreamer, thanks for sharing how the corset provides you with emotional comfort. I’m sorry to hear that you have to deal with anxiety and depression. I experience severe OCD which often comes with anxiety and depression, so just know that you’re not alone. I hope you’re keeping well 😊
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  1845. I used to! For about 3 years. Then I stopped wearing only Victorian and Georgian clothing and expanded my historical styles so I only wear corsetry now when my outfit historically calls for it. I have a couple videos about my experience on my channel :)
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  1846. Thank you so much! 😊 it really depends on the day/time. Sometimes I like to sew in silence. I really love the sound of silence lol. Other times I love to watch documentaries whilst I sew. Occasionally I’ll listen to podcasts or audiobooks. But generally it’ll be some type of educational show or just silence. Glad to bring some more awareness to us Tatars! We have a long and fruitful history that has been heavily wiped out by colonisation, so I’ve really started owning my ethnic minority roots again and diving deeper into that aspect of my heritage because I feel a deep purpose and responsibility to preserve it and bring back some of its traditional practices. I’ve been diving into a lot of research lately myself surrounding Tatar historical dress, so I’m hoping to centre some videos around that content in the near future!
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  1847. Thank you Analuna! Can't wait to share it with you all 😊
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  1848. Oh I know, but it’s natural I think to get upset to some degree when you wake up to dozens of comments every day, some extremely horrible ones that I didn’t even show here, for weeks straight. anyone would be somewhat impacted by that. Content creators aren’t zombies and although we do have to deal with many difficult comments, we still have feelings. As I mentioned in this video, at first I was upset about these comments, and then I reflected deeper as to why that might be and then channeled it into something helpful or positive. That’s how I process feelings. But I also have to first acknowledge that they exist because just pushing a feeling down doesn’t resolve it. And this is what I mean about being vulnerable. I’m showing you all the process of what I felt about these comments in this video. It doesn’t mean I constantly sit and fixate on these comments, rather that at a point I felt hurt, and that’s just a natural human reaction.
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  1849. Thank you!!😊 I used to get really nervous to tell people I was Tatar/Cossack when asked where I’m from because it’s so much easier just to say “Russian” but the reality is that we ethnically are not “Russians”. So now I always go the extra step and explain I’m Tatar/Cossack, even if people don’t know what that is. It often opens up a curiosity or a discussion about the origins, and since as Tatars we are autochthonous indigenous to Tatarstan and the Ural region, and our culture has mostly been wiped out due to colonisation, having that conversation with people about who we are is more important than ever to bring awareness to a ethnicity whose practices may die.
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  1850. Yay!! I’m glad it’s so helpful! It really is such a beautiful and decorative stitch. The only downside is it can make alterations a little harder versus the Victorian method of sewing, but not everyone has to do super significant alterations so it’s definitely a time saver 😊
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  1851. Yeah exactly! It's really so fascinating how this is an ancient belief, and contemporary societies often continue to look down upon people in the past. I feel the same, that we are all different, there are similarities sometimes too, and that neither is better nor worse. I do think though for some it is much easier to live now (better medical, technology, etc.) but that isn't a statement necessarily on the people, rather just what we have been able to produce over time. And social media has definitely helped spread far more awareness about things (and has managed to reach many more people). Though it has its own negatives too.
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  1852. Totally agreed! I’m so sorry though that you got injured but that’s wonderful the corset was able to help 😊
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  1853. We live on different continents, so it'd be a bit difficult unfortunately! 😅
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  1854.  @SimpleDesertRose  yes jumps are a super nice in between option because they’re so soft and don’t create much shape, so they’re more just like a vest or little waistcoat 😊 I definitely understand that. I do a lot of gardening in a corded work corset actually. They’re far more flexible but they still offer some support. I would perhaps recommend that, and some of them open and close just with back laces and a hook and eye closure on the front. They’re gently stiffened, but nothing like a fully boned corset. Awww I’m so sorry to hear that! Well I’m glad this is now and option for you to use. I can understand why you hate not being able to function. It’s a very disempowering feeling sometimes!
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  1855. Absolutely! The length of the skirt is completely customisable to whatever you need. I just chose half calf because that’s what I wanted, but you can definitely make this one whatever length
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  1856. Volga Tatars were said to be more egalitarian! :) We also don't have a separate word for different genders. It's all just "ul."
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  1857. @PRINCE KRAZIE  Tatar/Cossack on that side. On the other side I’m most likely Eastern European (Ukrainian) and Irish/Scottish. I was raised most in the Tatar and Cossack ethnicity though, but raised in the West.
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  1858.  @fikanera838  thanks for your comment Fi! I’m so sorry for how scary this must be for you being in the Balkans. Such a past history in the Balkan countries and so I can imagine that stirs up all types of emotions ❤️ sharing the response of artists is a beautiful way to still spread awareness about what’s happening whilst also sharing some of the beauty that exists.
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  1859. Thank you so much Beky!! 😊
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  1860. I totally agree that it is a massive time saver when outfits are paired up like this in advance! What part about stays and corsets feels the most intimidating to you?
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  1861. Oh definitely modern clothes are also usually seasonal too. Historical clothes just take this to another level, because material is also considered when the season shifts. Even things like the number and material of petticoats under your main skirt changes, to the material of undergarments (like knitted combinations). It’s taken to an even deeper level than the seasonality of modern clothing often is.
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  1862. Gosh, I know. Those darn buttons. Even just 4 fewer probably would have made me beat Karolina's time! 😂
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  1863. 😅😅😅
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  1864. Aww I’m so glad! Seeing this comment really cheered me up today, as I haven’t been feeling well physically, so thanks for that! A tutorial on how to finish seams by hand is a great idea. I appreciate the suggestion 🥰
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  1865. This comment made me happy, thanks! 😊
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  1866. Technically, but the general public typically calls contemporary fashion modern fashion.
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  1867. I don't unfortunately! But I know the ribbons are held together with a zigzag stitch and I'm not certain whether they have a base of broadcloth or another material, or if it is just ribbon with no other layer. But the fabric is cut A-line, which I'm guess would mean less gathering at the waist, but my assumption is probably there is still some gathering involved. Just my guess though 😊
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  1868. Awww thank you for the support! 😊
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  1869. You’re very welcome! I definitely felt that fury too throughout the editing and interview process.
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  1870. I think it would totally depend honestly! There were some gowns in a day being made, perhaps nothing super, super complex, but also sometimes more than one dressmaker/tailor would work on a project at once to get it done faster. It’s quite fascinating to think that an extant garment may have actually been made by many different people. I always wish that people would have been able to put their names on all their creations, as it would be so fascinating to see, and also would honour their craftsmanship. I’d guess that if the person had the money to pay for a fast turn around of a gown, there would likely be some dressmaker somewhere that could complete it in a day or two for the right price.
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  1871. Yesss! It’s quite mind blowing honestly how efficiently really experience dressmakers may have worked (and by hand) but also quite saddening because it likely would have been for necessity to feed a family, and also from insanely low wages.
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  1872.  @katherinemorelle7115  Hahahaha I'm happy to see that you are, indeed, a sunscreen nerd 😂 American sunscreens really do lack in many regards much of the time. In general too, the American cosmetics industry allows a number of ingredients that are banned throughout most of Europe and Japan, which just seems really odd. So yes, the FDA is stuck in 1980, as you said lol, for more than a few reasons. Normally physical sunscreens can leave a white sheen on me as well, but the one I feature in the video is the first one that doesn't, and it's a miracle. (I'm olive undertones as well, thanks to my Tatar grandmother). Everytime I've used a chemical/organic filtre as well in the past, it has broken me out in spots and rashes, so I stay far, far away now hahaha. It's awesome they work so well for you though, especially since they don't leave the sheen and seem in general easier to administer!
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  1873. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  1874. Thank you so much Pati! I’m not sure if you know this, but I’m obsessed with fungi. I know probably similar amounts about fungi as I do about historical fashion, so this is the best compliment! 🥰
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  1875. My pleasure! Goodluck with tackling the skirts and happy sewing 😊
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  1876. I, too, get most of my antique jewellery from eBay 😊 you can sometimes find amazing deals too! I’m not totally sure what the customs are around brooch wearing. I personally just wear jewellery that makes me happy and in whatever way makes me happy.
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  1877. Also, thanks for reading the entire description. Not sure how many people do that, but it is much appreciated!
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  1878. So glad you enjoyed the collab Carolyn! 😊
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  1879. They’re a lot like a bralette
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  1880. It really is such a quick and easy stitch! I’m happy to hear you might try it out, and also that you enjoyed the Lord of the Rings references 😊
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  1881. Hahaha that’s so cool! Just shows that other people have the same thoughts, no matter how niche and obscure 😂
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  1882. I’m so glad 🙂
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  1883. Hahaha DreamTM 😂 Thanks so much Lilja! They're great for something like a long sewing day definitelyl!
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  1884. What an ideal combination to relate to this video! 🥰 I’m so glad that it’s been helpful 😊
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  1885. There might be! I’ve seen a lot of adidas and sports brands for instance, which are all technically fast fashion, and they’re being called vintage if they’re 90s or naughties 😊
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  1886. Thanks so much! Well almost everything is available, sometimes things are available on other parts of the internet too, like blogs 😊I don't sew much menswear so I've never made a pair of breeches, but Nicole Rudolph has a pretty great video on her own process sewing 18th century breeches. In general, she has quite a few amazing videos on menswear, so I would look there. Her description boxes/comments sections might also have more information on where to find patterns, etc. too!
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  1887. What a lovely memory! Thank you for sharing 😊
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  1888.  @lisez4600  my pleasure! I’m so glad you have a project where you can use the stitch already! Happy sewing 😊
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  1889.  @jaehaywardkent  Hahaha I was praying it would make people laugh and not just be a super awkward intro! 😂
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  1890. Thanks for sharing this! Super interesting what types of “home remedies” people come up with, and many of them seem to work really well!
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  1891. Thank you, Kass! Aesthetic has changed so so much and is constantly influenced by society and is constantly in motion, therefore we really should all just wear what we want to 😊
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  1892. Thanks so much Rike! I really appreciate that. I actually made a video a while back on how to have the confidence to wear historical clothing in public. You can find it on my channel page, perhaps it will help a bit! 😊
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  1893. Thank you!! 🥰 I’ve only completed a lapped seam perhaps once or twice in the past, so I’m not great with them, but if I manage to figure out a way that would be good for teaching others, then I definitely will. I think I’d just need to build the skill myself more first 😊
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  1894. Thank you!❤️ this was a couple months ago even! She’s leaned out a lot because her fluffy undercoat is now all gone for the summer and she’s gotten a bit longer. I’ll have to post an updated video of her in the near future 🥰
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  1895. Thank you, Jae!! Wouldn't be a V. Birchwood video without at least one historical fact 😂
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  1896. That’s wonderful to hear! You’ve got this 😊
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  1897.  @svetlana7579  sadly links get taken down by YouTube if they’re in comments to prevent spam 🥺
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  1898. Are you creating a back stitch and then feeding the needle through the little loop it creates and then repeating that a couple-few times? It won't look like a knot on the thread, rather it will be knotted on your fabric.
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  1899. So glad you enjoy the series! 😊
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  1900. That’s awesome! Сәлам!! I’m excited to share and maybe even encourage other Tatars to make Tatar historical fashion too so it doesn’t disappear!
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  1901. Thanks for your comment Catherine 😊 It's true everyone's hair and body chemistry in general is so, so different. It's actually really beautiful. I appreciate you sharing your own methods. I haven't heard that about ACV for some reason and have personally noticed good results, but that's all anecdotal and I'm sure depends on the person. It'd be interesting to see some more research on the matter!
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  1902. This was shot on a Canon R5 and I work as a professional colourist outside of YouTube, so the colourgrading is custom looks I built. Thanks!
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  1903. Generally no, from what we know. The structured stays underneath the gowns offer a layer of protection from the pins and also a sturdy foundation for the pins to go into.
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  1904. It’s just much easier to appeal thankfully when it’s your own music
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  1905. The Bedouin live in deserts even hotter than Houston and thrive in their clothing, which is head to toe coverage with materials like goat's wool. They've done this for hundreds of years. So have many other ethnic minorities and Indigenous peoples. I wear my clothing in 35 Celsius (95 Fahrenheit) and I'm very comfortable, plus extreme humdity too, as UK heat is very humid. Also only 5% of the UK has AC, so I'm spending the entirety of that 35 degree day inside without AC. Just because you have a different opinion than me doesn't mean you need to laugh at my experience. Both of our experiences are valid.
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  1906. Thanks so much for your comment! I'm so sorry to hear that the world we live in leaves you feeling scared as a queer person. I, too, wish our world was more compassionate and understanding as everyone is entitled to live their most authentic life as long as they aren't hurting another. It's tragic that some feel they can control the way others choose to identify or express themselves.
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  1907. I’m glad it was helpful Raych! I do indeed live in the U.K. 😊
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  1908. Thanks so much Luna! That makes perfect sense since bodices are seen on the outside and at least with corsets, any mistakes are hidden under clothing. Bodices are definitely a very overwhelming garment!
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  1909.  @Mark-hf6uf  It's true, there really is a shortage of content! I'm happy to see that more is appearing, however, and hopefully that will only continue to grow.
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  1910. Thank you! I need to create some modifications for future recipes I think :)
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  1911. Thank you for sharing your experience and perspective! I find that my friends and family are the ones that accept me the most for how I am, because I’ve always been quite “alternative” and frankly most of them are too. So the fact that I sometimes feel isolated in society doesn’t change me wanting to wear historical fashion, because in reality I have felt isolated my entire life for one reason or another. So do so many people, even people who “fit in”. In fact, I’ve noticed sometimes it’s the people who “fit in” that can feel the most isolated, because perhaps they don’t feel they have strong self expression. Because of this, I’ve instead tried to strengthen and deepen my relationship with myself and my own authenticity because I’ve recognised for me that’s the path forward, and those who appreciate me as I am will recognise who I am, even if it takes some time to accept (I’m okay with that). What’s beautiful about the world is we have choice. This works for me, but certainly this wouldn’t work for everyone, and that’s okay too.
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  1912. So glad you enjoyed the video Bella! 🥰 that lace front dress is super pretty, I agree, and kind of an unusual specimen I’d say too for the bustle era
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  1913. Thank you so much Bella! ♥️
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  1914. Aww thank you so much Theresa! 🥰 it’s great you recognise this. so many of us are led to believe there’s something wrong with us because we aren’t the “standard” when really it’s the majority of us. I find it heartbreaking actually how more people aren’t encouraged to embrace the body that they have in society, as we are all already enough as we are. ❤️
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  1915.  @astitchatatime8195  Thanks for sharing this info!! These are the best comments to receive (not of course that you found a moth, but that this information actually WAS useful to someone!) I'm hoping that you caught it early! The biggest thing I can recommend is clean and check everything. If in doubt, stick the item in a freezer for 2-3 weeks in a sealed bag or clean it thoroughly using a clothes steamer. Clothes moths also go for fur and leather I've heard, so check those items too. They even eat plant fibres (like linen and cotton) or synthetics if they have any type of food or residue on them. So make sure things are clean if you do store them for a whole season. Fingers crossed that your wardrobe is okay! 😊
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  1916. This is such a lovely comment, thank you so much Emma! Happy sewing 🥰
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  1917. That’s wonderful to hear!
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  1918. I sew all of my clothing 100% by hand and don’t own a sewing machine (well I owned a hand crank for a little while but didn’t enjoy sewing with it so I only used it about 10 times and sold it). For me it’s about the practice of sewing by hand, rather than the speed. I like to feel more connected with the garments I’m making and take my time. I actually really don’t care about historical accuracy as I don’t do reenactment. I just make historical clothing for myself to wear day to day.
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  1919. “You say "show me the path out of weakness", I say, "weakness is the path, walk on it daringly and it'll turn into strength". -Abhijit Naska
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  1920. Thank you so much! I feel very passionate about this series and have so many future plans for it because of that. The colonisation of the Celtic nations is absolutely atrocious. It’s something I also feel very passionate about bringing awareness to. I’ve studied a variety of Celtic languages because of that and plan to more in the future, not to mention many personal connections (and ancestral connections) I have with some of the Celtic nations. One video I really want to make is on Cornish historical fashion actually, as it’s a Celtic region so many often forget about.
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  1921. You just make two braids and wrap them over your head and pin them in place 😊
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  1922. Thanks! I used to have quite a lot of acne as a teenager actually, so I know what it's like to not have clear skin :)
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  1923. Thank you! So do I, they are a wonderful and versatile creation.
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  1924. They were a nice sneak in! 🥰
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  1925. I hand sew most of them myself (except usually not undergarments)
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  1926. Hi Cristina! Well done for taking the leap (even if it might feel scary or be really challenging in the beginning). You can absolutely hand sew anything, and in fact I’d say more things can be hand sewn than machine sewn. Some of the historical silhouettes and pieces, for example, I find much easier to hand sew, as they were originally designed to be hand sewn so they’re built that way. Really glad the video gave you some inspiration! 😊
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  1927. Anyone with a uterus can get pregnant. Gender neutral and trans people have existed for thousands of years outside of the Christian world. I’m not going to ignore and alienate a massive population of people who also deserve respect and representation.
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  1928. There will be a “500 Years of Chinese Fashion” video in the future 😊
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  1929. Thank you Natalie! If I may ask, what part of Eastern Europe is your heritage mainly from? Please don't answer, however, if you don't feel comfortable to. Do you have a favourite piece from your grandmother or mother?
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  1930. This is great to hear Gloria 😊 I would never want to live in Victorian times personally (as I think many wouldn't for a number of reasons), but I do also really love the clutter of opulence and maximalism of the period (for the middle and upper classes of course, since it was different for the working and lower classes).
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  1931. Thank you for watching! I hope you enjoyed it 🙂 I'll be releasing a very reasonably priced course about hand sewing later on in the year, and it'll be really comprehensive and provide a lot of the info needed to be able to sew garments like these confidently!
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  1932. It’s funny how that can happen right? Although I don’t come from a contemporary sewing background, the little that I do know about contemporary sewing has taught me that some historical techniques are perhaps more efficient or have a more seamless finish. I have no idea if it’s actually called the Georgian method, this is just the name I’ve given it because it makes sense to me! Haha Thanks for your comment 😊
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  1933. Thank you so much 🥰
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  1934. Thanks so much for watching!
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  1935. Poorest people slept on both! Hay would be more likely to attract rodents though. Tick beds would be stuffed with whatever affordable available materials. I even read some scenarios where they have been stuffed with things like seaweed (not specifically for medieval times, but later on).
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  1936. Indeed, I mention the explanation to why it’s used as a substitute on screen (due to the fact that there were some types of gourds but that squash is often used Ancient Greek cooking now as a replacement).
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  1937. I can definitely understand that! All the layers can get super expensive sometimes, even to make them yourself. It's great that vintage exists as almost a happy medium – usually more affordable, yet also a nice nod to the past. I commissioned a friend to knit it actually! She used a fashion plate as the base image (and made her own pattern). The fashion plate is from the Englishwomen's Domestic Magazine from 1862. The headscarf itself is called "Daisy Travelling or Winter Hood". 😊 If you google that name plus 1862, you'll see the original plate.
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  1938. I’ll have to look up the Huia bird! It’s really a sad practice that unfortunately hurt so many species during the Victorian period. As I mention, I love taxidermy but also only the natural death taxidermy as I feel like that’s honouring the animal after it has already passed. I think it’s natural to find these pieces beautiful still, but then also see the awful tragedy of the practice/pieces. I think space exists for both of those feelings ❤️
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  1939. Thank you so much Caroline! How special that you have that memory about smocking 😊 I can see why this technique would make you feel like a Princess!
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  1940. Brie was born during medieval times. It definitely existed, which is why the heavily researched recipe books I used included Brie in the recipe I followed.
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  1941. Thank you for the additional info Vincent! 😊 I was hoping you’d comment and share some of your wonderful knowledge!
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  1942. Thank you so much Lilja! 🥰
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  1943. Thank you so much Cathy! I'm so sorry you and Steve are having to go through that, and I hope you're able to stay safe and that this stops soon! It's all such an awful situation and no one deserves to feel unsafe in their own neighbourhood 😔 As for the suspension, it's actually a lifetime ban! I'm just trying the appeal again once the 90 day period is up. No progress on that front sadly. It's really frustrating sometimes posting on such a large platform. It's sort of like, I love my visitors and coworkers, but my boss drives me mad 😂That's the best analogy I can come up with.
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  1944. So glad you liked the video! I’ll definitely do a part 2 at some point next year as everyone really seemed to enjoy this one 🥰
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  1945. Awww yay! Best of luck on your historical sewing journey! It'll be great and you'll learn so much :)
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  1946. Thank you! It definitely sucks yes, especially since it’d probably look nice to wear leather gloves more often in videos.
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  1947. Thank you very much DesertRose! 💕 As for stockings, I do not make them. Suppliers I’ve purchased from in the USA are mainly PennyRiver (on Etsy). Their stockings are great! In the U.K. there’s Darcy Clothing, but it’d get a bit pricey I think to ship it to the US.
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  1948. Thank you very much Sarah! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  1949. Thank you Mel! Exactly, hand sewing is so incredibly relaxing 😊 You definitely should document your hours and just see how long it takes. It can sometimes be surprising how fast the time flies. Best of luck with the suit for your Ken doll!
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  1950. Hahahaha I can completely understand why! They’re shiny and pretty 🤣 I can’t wait to see your work wear outfits!
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  1951. Thank you! ❤️ it really is so similar to that lol. I look at a lot of different sources. I tend to find certain motifs or objects again and again on eBay, in museum photos, portraits, film photographs, and antique magazines, and then usually it’ll spark my curiosity and I’ll go and research about the motif in a historical context. With the hazelnut brooch, for example, I couldn’t find anything online, so I thought it was a rare, probably not a trend type of piece. Then when I saw another one pop up on eBay, it became clear to me that it’s more likely these were more common than I originally suspected.
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  1952. Thanks Anja! I’m not super great at hair in all honesty, I just know enough to get by with my own hair, but I will at some point make a video about the styles I like to wear for myself which are at least historically inspired 😊
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  1953. Thank you! I very much agree. I would much rather show the truth of how an experiment turned out than pretend everything went swimmingly, which just isn't based in reality. Life is messy and imperfect and that's ok!
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  1954. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! Have a nice weekend 😊
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  1955. Thank you so much! 😊 Yessss!! You totally should do it and surprise anyone who ends up seeing the lining!! Haha. It would probably be especially funny on a coat or something like that 😂
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  1956. Thank you!! I really want to make a “500 Years of” episode on Mexican historical fashion! I need to research Mexican fashion historians who would be willing to be interviewed 😊
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  1957. Thank you too!
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  1958. I’m so sorry for your loss! ❤️ thank you so much for telling your beautiful story
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  1959. Thank you so much Angela! Can’t wait to share 😊
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  1960. It's a great tip right?! And as you can see, it really does work, as I had to try it out for myself for the b-roll footage, and that was the result I got. Thank you! I plan to make a Scottish garment out of it most likely, or perhaps something Victorian when tartan was very popular.
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  1961. Ah look, the wrinkle police! They enter every chat. Wrinkles are historically accurate and also natural 😊
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  1962. Glad it was useful! 😊
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  1963. I think though the actors complaining about corsets is a sign of a bigger issue that exists all throughout the media industry, which is the comfort and safety of both cast and crew not being prioritised. If that were the case, production companies would choose not to cut corners for greater profit.
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  1964. Women with all breast sizes have existed and worn corsets all throughout history. There are a number of people in the historical fashion community as well who wear corsets and have larger busts. You’ll often find people discussing this topic in my comments section on corset videos too, as many larger busted individuals will share their experiences of how much corsetry has helped them. In fact, I think larger busted individuals probably benefit more because the weight gets distributed between different points along the back and torso, rather than how it is with a bra where it’s just a few straps. I can’t speak from experience but this is what I’ve seen to be regularly said in the comments 😊
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  1965. Welcome to the dark side! We have gluten-free cookies (as I’m gluten intolerant).
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  1966. It definitely can be! Katherine sewing has quite curly hair and she often does this hairstyle 😊
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  1967.  @SimpleDesertRose  agreed, valuing all as human is so important. See you next week 😊
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  1968. This is indeed what I wear in 35 degrees Celsius and still feel comfortable
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  1969.  @NightTimeDay  I’m not giving in, just reminding people what my values stand for. I’m not here to fight any wars, rather just to live life with compassion and care.
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  1970. It's so true!
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  1971. I’m not apologising, I’m making the deliberate choice to acknowledge that not only women give birth. Even historically there were people identifying as other genders with a uterus, so I’m recognising that ☺️
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  1972. Thanks for watching! He did not, but I will ask him and get back to you 😊
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  1973. Tom has responded! The names are: Coupeboek Artistique and Coupe Nationaal (very rare though apparently). Hope this helps!
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  1974. My pleasure! I hope you can find them!
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  1975. LOL you really could 🤣
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  1976. I think some people tolerate them okay, but certainly my sensitive skin can’t tolerate synthetics for prolonged periods 🤣
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  1977. My pleasure! Speak soon (and feel free to email if you’d like)
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  1978.  @Butterfly.effect.6  I’m Volga Tatar/American. Also just a reminder that ancient Roman people and ancient Greek people are not synonymous with present day Italian people and present day Greek people. There is some genetic similarities but ancient Greek and ancient Roman people are ancient civilisations that do not exist now (in the exact way they did then).
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  1979. Gunne Sax dresses have actually come back into high demand now! They’re super popular amongst the cottagecore aesthetic and other related ones 🥰 some Gunne Sax gowns now are easily fetching a couple hundred quid! They would have been a worthwhile investment if only someone had a magic future telling ball in the 70s, 80s haha
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  1980. That’s wonderful! I’m very fascinated by Indigenous cultures and practices myself.
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  1981. As much as I love historical clothing, and it's great that you do too, I actually highly disagree that the old times had it all. There were so many things deeply wrong with things in the past. There's still plenty of work to be done today, but I'm grateful for medical care, the right to vote, getting to feel generally safe, technology and its amazing aspects, and so many other things. People historically certainly weren't uncivilised, but they only had as much as they did with what was available to them.
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  1982. I’m indigenous (Volga Tatar) on my maternal grandmother’s side (Turkic/Central Asian). My maternal grandfather’s parents were Cossacks so a lot of Baltic there. I’m Irish/Scottish and Ukrainian on my father’s side. I have a 2-part series on this channel where I explore my adopted father’s ancestry, and an episode on sewing Tatar undergarments as I’ve been researching and reconstructing my indigenous fashion the past couple years. I identify the most with being a Volga Tatar though as that grandma helped raise me and I look like a spitting image of her. I have extremely Volga Tatar features (or so I’ve been told by many who know our ethnic group.)
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  1983. Thank you so much Anna for your acknowledgement! It’s very appreciated 😊 I definitely have so many far stretching plans for this series (geographically speaking) and have future episodes lined up that I can’t wait to produce and share.
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  1984.  @stevezytveld6585  Thanks for your comment Cathy! It is very fascinating how you see these much less now, likely because of the fact that far fewer people sew/learn to sew. I'm really hoping the eBay prices won't inflate too much, but at least there's always the DIY version if that does happen 😉
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  1985. Great quote, thanks for sharing it 😊
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  1986. This is such a sweet comment, thank you!!
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  1987. Thanks so much DesertRose! It's great to see all the content out debunking misconceptions, especially from people who have more first hand experience with historical garments and therefore can provide their personal experiences. And I can definitely understand your desire to see your town and how it was back in history. It's quite enthralling to imagine a specific place and how it might have been. Even just how shops might have been set up, etc. I'm really excited to share the Berry Dress Swiss waist! I'll be done with it at long last tonight, so then it'll be endless editing of the footage 😃
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  1988. Thanks so much Cathy!! I’m glad that this can be a helpful reference for your future projects 😊 the fork method sounds so fascinating, I’ll have to look more into it!
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  1989. That’s wonderful to hear! I’m that glad 🥰
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  1990. Thanks for watching!! And it’s very true, no matter what, someone out there will find something to criticise, so we may as well follow our joy and be ourselves in this world 💕
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  1991. Aww thank you! I’m really excited to share some future upcoming projects I’ve been working away on behind the scenes 🥰
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  1992. Thank you!! 🥰 plus some of the working class clothing from that period is just so beautiful too, in such a practical and utilitarian way. There’s something very inspiring about working class clothing I feel
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  1993. Thanks Beth! Very much agreed 😊
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  1994. Thank you so much! 🥰 interestingly enough, the bloomers actually don’t have a pocket in them, I just had to make the flap for the placket. I haven’t gone in and edited the subtitles yet, so perhaps it accidentally said pocket instead of placket? 😅 whoopsie
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  1995.  @lisez4600  Ahhh amazing! These all sounds like extremely wearable and practical options. Happy sewing 😊
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  1996.  @patim7902  Stays and corsets! That's a brave undertaking, you will learn so much during that process. Cottagecore and Regency outfits sound perfect for summer 😊
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  1997. Thank you Tara! I think it’s important in life for one to admit what they might not know. There are definitely so many aspects to this subject I have no idea about, and that’s okay! I still have some aspects (experiential) to share 🥰
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  1998. Thanks for watching!
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  1999. Ah such perfect timing! I'm glad that the tutorial will be of good use. Happy sewing 😊
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  2000. That’s a wonderful way to do it. Mistakes are inevitable so they serve as a great learning opportunity.
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  2001. Thank you!! Yes, I love these 500 years of videos too! Which is why I thought it'd be so fun to cover some of the ones I haven't seen yet with Kass 😊I am feeling more and more tempted to delve into 17th century now, after this chat haha. I'm sure you could come up with some really interesting 17th c. historybounds! I think what Kass means is that while yes, the silhouette in the 1400s was to "look pregnant" due to it meaning you're "a good wife", etc., pretty much by the 1600s and beyond (really until probably the 1970s, and even still now in some areas), it became very, very taboo to be seen publicly as pregnant. Pregnant women were even censored on the TV in the 1970s still, Kass talks about this but I had to cut it out due to time. Our entire chat was over 2 hours, and I chopped it all down into 40 minutes. So I don't think Kass is contradicting herself, as she didn't say it was never okay to be seen pregnant publicly (as in all throughout history), rather that it's only become recently okay again (societally-speaking). It's many hundreds of centuries that pregnant women have been confined away and hidden from the public, up until this point (at least in the west). Another interesting thing is that women are very rarely painted when pregnant in art throughout history. There are of course some, like the ones I included in this thumbnail, but it is really quite few and far between, and some of the Georgian/Victorian paintings especially were painted of a woman after she died in childbirth, likely to eternalise her, remember her, etc. So while in the 1400s the symbolism of appearing pregnant in paintings, done by the extensive quantities of gathered fabrics etc, was a popular thing, the actual act of being pregnant in paintings is quite uncommon. That's what makes paintings like "Portrait of an Unknown Lady" so remarkable.
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  2002. Thanks so much Audri ❤️
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  2003. Thank you Pati! Are there any terms that I can clarify for you? Tailoring language is quite technical, so I tried to keep it simple, but some of the questions really needed to be quite technical 😅 That's so cool that you have been handsewing more! (You know how I feel about handsewing lol). It definitely does give you far more control, even though the process is far more time consuming.
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  2004. This is so wonderful to hear! I'm so glad they've provided you with less pain and more support 😊
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  2005. I definitely think this is a great idea! It’s just really a hard video for me to make because I’m all self taught and the way I’ve learned is sort of just choosing projects that are way too hard for me and then having to look things up when I get stuck or ask a friend who might have the answer 😂 I did start though just by learning the very basic hand stitches and looking up basic Georgian construction and Victorian construction since that’s what I’m focusing on. I’m going to start offering 1-1 beginner hand sewing tutoring lessons though later on this week on my website!
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  2006. Thank you! I do indeed, though I work freelance.
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  2007. Thank you!! I do sometimes, but generally sewing is one of my hyperfixations, so it tends to be the thing I get very lost in, as long as I'm in the "right" headspace when I go into it. I go for many week breaks recently sometimes without sewing though, and then tend to have periods where I end up then sewing a ton for a few weeks. It fluctuates like everything in life. I think the key for me has been falling in love with the process, rather than simply anticipating the final result. Life happens in the present, so I always try to remember that if I'm just waiting for the end result, I'm missing 99% of the whole thing 😀
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  2008. Thank you Lilja!! 😊 It was a bit of a risky move, but I'm glad ultimately I took the leap! Even if it was incredibly frustrating at times haha.
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  2009. This is so wonderful to hear! If you happen to know of any Mexican fashion historians who might want to be a part of an upcoming 500 Years of Mexican Fashion episode, please let me know! I've been trying to find a historian for this topic to little avail. All the best with the essay 😀
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  2010. It may help but not all patterns are on grain unfortunately (like sleeves). I also wasn’t too cognisant of the grain in the videos I shot because i was just showing it off for demonstration and didn’t think too much about the grain, whoops 😂 I was too concentrated on camera focus haha
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  2011. I can definitely relate to your experiences out and about! Haha. Your last sentence really hits the nail on the head. I think as well, since many people will also respond positively and it might even enrich their lives in some way, it makes it even more worth it 😊
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  2012. I spent at least 30 minutes jumping on the hay, shaking the bag, and moving it around to separate the material. It was extremely well separated by the point I went to sleep. I definitely slept all of the nights on it, and had the sleep deprivation to prove it 😂
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  2013. Men wore clothing all throughout history, so yes definitely. I’d recommend checking out Vintagebursche
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  2014. Thanks for sharing this info Kate!
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  2015. Thank you! I’m not great at knitting, so no, I commissioned it from a very talented knitter and it’s made from an original 1890s cycling sweater pattern 😊
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  2016. Thanks!! I believe you can find secondhand H&M sweaters that look historical-ish and then perhaps just alter it in at the waist?
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  2017. In US english, the common pronunciation is "menstration" as I pronounce it here. If we are raised to pronounce a word a certain way our entire lives, it will continue to be pronounced that way. For instance, many Americans pronounce the word "aluminium" as "alluminum." I pronounce it the British way funnily enough, but this is just the way it is with accents.
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  2018. Oh I don’t feel embarrassed by it or anything. I think I very rarely feel embarrassed honestly! I more so just wanted to mention it so that people can see everyone is imperfect and everything can be a work in progress and that’s natural and okay 😊 I completely agree that antiques are perfect examples of the flaws and imperfection. Every garment I have in my collection has a million flaws and it’s always so encouraging and refreshing to see.
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  2019. Thanks so much! I hope you enjoy browsing the Instagram page 😊
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  2020. Thanks so much Noelle! 🥰
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  2021. Oooo that's so amazing! Great job and happy continued sewing 😊 Happy New Year 💕
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  2022. I find them to be very comfortable indeed. I have very long and narrow feet though for reference. Warmth I find is all about how I layer my stockings. I’d recommend getting rubber or non slip sole pads for them, as they’re leather soled which can be a recipe for disaster when there’s ice. I’ve also heard good things about JoBear boots and Memery shoes. Thanks for your support!
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  2023. Thank you so much Luna! I hope you’re well 🥰
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  2024. It totally does!
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  2025. Thanks!! 😄
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  2026. Why not? There are no rules with fashion.
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  2027. Hahaha thanks so much! I hope you enjoyed it 😊
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  2028. Thanks so much! 😊
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  2029. There are definitely some non-European food weeks in the plans! I think they'll be pretty within my comfort zone actually though, as since I'm mixed race, I grew up eating a lot of different Middle Eastern and Asian dishes and regularly cook with those spices for my own food :)
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  2030. Definitely a great point! Kass mentioned this when I was interviewing her too but I had to cut it because of time constraints. I’m so glad that bellies can now openly be shown in many places, because it really is such an incredible thing.
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  2031. I live in Europe :)
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  2032. Great question! I have actually made the jowtes again since 😊 and I made a lamb stew as well, but it was more of an Icelandic kjötsúpa style which I’ve made for years
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  2033. Thank you Natalie ❤️
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  2034. Yes definitely, thank you 😊
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  2035. Same with Icelandic 😊
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  2036. so true though. I can feel their whisper in my ear when it's time to stop adding an ingredient 😂
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  2037. I choose to wear makeup because I love makeup. My entire point of this video is that we have a choice of what bits we do and don’t want to take. Makeup is nothing new. All my makeup is also made with organic ingredients and is from small, independent companies. I’ve even sometimes made my own cosmetics in the past. Additionally, people historically have always worn makeup. My Tatar ancestors, in particular, wore tons of makeup (especially eyeliner) during the 19th century. The Victorians also wore makeup. It just was more “natural” looking. To think the only society that existed during the 19th century were Victorians, is such a limited scope. Makeup has been popular for over a thousand years depending on what society you look at. Have a nice day!
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  2038. I, too, live in the land I’m discussing :)
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  2039. Thank you so much! The research stage is definitely an easy one to get sucked into, as it’s fascinating! But yes I suppose it is finding that balance of doing the thing and also researching about the thing. You’ve got this 😊
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  2040. Well yeah of course! That's why I said others may have differing opinions, but these are just my experiences. Many of these points can apply to different styles of dress, but they are also things that personally surprised me about historical fashion.
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  2041. Thank you! 😊 I’m really excited to share more, it’s been a massive research project haha.
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  2042. It’s a wool mid-Victorian skirt which I didn’t sew myself. It’s made up of multiple panels with a centre back placket and it’s pleated down all over to the waistband 😊
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  2043. Thank you so much!
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  2044. Yes!! You should, they’re amazing!
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  2045. Сәлам!! So cool that you’re also a Tatar 😊
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  2046. It’s true! There seems to be a few Tatars though that watch my channel which makes me super happy. I’m hoping to release a video on Volga Tatar fashion towards the summer as I’ve been doing a lot of research lately, so I hope that’ll be useful for you in case you’d like to make some historical Tatar clothing too!
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  2047.  @abagoffrozenspinach  exactly! Thank you for acknowledging this ☺️
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  2048. Thank you so much!! I definitely do agree (though during the process it sometimes didn't feel like it 😂)
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  2049. Oh no!! I wish you luck on getting rid of them. I’m happy these tips could be of use!
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  2050. Definitely! I think we all need to be a lot more gentle with ourselves about our sleep patterns.
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  2051.  @SimpleDesertRose  oh yes, so you definitely know the struggle then! I’m glad you’ve found a system though that works for you, and for your kids. Wow being allergic to sheep must be a real pain. Can you wear alpaca wool or any other types? And are you allergic to sheep’s cheese or milk as well? Goat’s milk soap sounds lovely! I have some as well, from a local farm. I wish you the best of luck on getting your goats. We are going to be getting some in the near future as well 😊 they are such lovely animals.
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  2052.  @SimpleDesertRose  Nicole's wool video is great! That is so frustrating though I'm sure to be allergic to so many sheep products. Very interesting though that you haven't reacted to that angora sweater. Perhaps that's the solution then! Thank you very much 😊
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  2053. 18th century style period aprons that I've sewn, as well as a menstrual cup sometimes.
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  2054. Awww thank you so much! I hope you have a lovely time exploring that adventure 🥰
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  2055. They were I promise you ☺️ younger leeks that are much smaller. I know the farm that grows them!
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  2056. Thank you Elisabeth!!
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  2057. Thank you so much Amber! 🥰 Lol, are you feeling like every wine is a bit sus now? 😂
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  2058. Ahhh that’s so sad 😞 poor little babies. I’m really glad there are restrictions and advocacy in many places against practices like these now, and that even during Victorian times some people were advocating for the rights of exotic bird species and other animals too. Very fascinating as well that you dabble in naturally deceased taxidermy. It seems like a really beautiful way to honour and already passed animal and to understand more about nature in general. And thank you! My eyes are just about healed up and I’m really happy with the decision! 🥰
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  2059. Glad you enjoyed it! I would maybe reach out to the resources that Elena mentions at the end of the video, as they may know of some lacemakers that take commissions 😊
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  2060. thank you 😊
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  2061. That’s wonderful!
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  2062. The mop dogs that are adorable? 🤣
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  2063. Thank you very much Summer! Glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  2064. Thanks Lilja! You could use it on a future gown perhaps? 🥰
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  2065. Ooooo yes please! Mayhaps is a great word btw.
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  2066. It’s more common than we think, I think people just don’t speak much about it! It also took me a while personally to realise it was synthetics causing the rashes (before I started sewing) as I wasn’t as aware of what fabrics I was wearing and would choose clothes based off the look or vibe lol.
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  2067. Awww thank you 😊 it’s just two braids and then they’re wrapped over the top of the head and pinned in place
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  2068. Sometimes! It depends on how I feel my hair is doing, but more often than not I don't. When I use oil, it's only ever a light serum.
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  2069. Thank you :) I'm quite surprised I was able to figure it out also honestly! Feels a bit surreal.
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  2070. Glad to provide a little humour! 😂
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  2071. My content and style aren't going to be for everyone, but this is who I am and since it's my art, I get to make it however I want to. All the best!
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  2072. This is a great method too!! Thanks for sharing 🥰
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  2073.  @justyna1263  Thanks for checking by the way and finding the source of that info :)
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  2074. And I am indeed still offering lessons! Your projects sound like lots of fun 😊 The pleats, since they’re on their sides rather than flat, line up nicely against a petticoat I find
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  2075. So true! It 100% has the energy of roast dinner in gelatine 😂 glad you enjoyed the video, thanks for watching!
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  2076. I can very much understand, it’s unfortunate too that people can be so judgemental, but I’m glad you’re working to overcome this. It’s not always easy but being able to express your own style openly can bring wonderful joy to life 💕
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  2077. Hi Susie! Thanks so much for your comment and compliments on the channel, they’re much appreciated! That’s great to hear you’re getting good use out of the muff you made. I’m sure as a hockey mom it’s incredibly useful 😊
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  2078.  @7peacefrog  yep! These are my everyday clothes. I don’t own “modern” clothes anymore.
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  2079. Merci! 😁
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  2080. It’s in the cards (upper right hand corner of the video) when I mention that part at the very beginning. I also just added the link into the description box.
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  2081. Yess!!
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  2082. Thanks for sharing your experiences with corsets! I honestly think it must be a massive combination of things. It’s likely no shift underneath, way too tight lacing, seriously off measurements, not giving the corset a couple weeks to soften, and then also perhaps going into it believe beauty should be pain and so not speaking up if something isn’t comfortable. Also someone might have had an underlying medical issue for all we know which meant they shouldn’t wear a corset in the first place but had to for the role. There could just be so many reasons.
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  2083. You’re so welcome! Happy sewing and I hope that this technique proves useful in the future 😄
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  2084. I’m sure it is very much so! It’s good that modern oilskin isn’t made with it anymore 😊
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  2085. Thanks so much for watching! And for the Martha Ballard book as well! Sounds absolutely fascinating 🥰
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  2086. Thank you!!
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  2087. Thanks for watching!
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  2088. Far more secure from what I’ve found! Makes it feel like marks won’t just disappear throughout the sewing process 😊
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  2089. “Less likely to be harmed by a weapon” would be a great benefit there.
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  2090. It's called Eldensvampbildning by Blackbard
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  2091. Thank you so much! 🥰 your quilted petticoat sounds so wonderful, and I can completely understand why you’re excited to wear it again in winter 😊
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  2092. The viewers of this channel are awesome people 😃
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  2093. I can only recommend historical since that’s all I wear 😊 a lot of it is from shops on Etsy. For my corsets, they’re made by TheBoudoirKey on Etsy mostly (brilliant corsetiere, has a waitlist though just a heads up), for my combinations they’re mostly from Romlya on Etsy. Some chemises and some petticoats are from RibbonLaceCreations on Etsy but it looks like they aren’t selling at the moment. For outergarments, I have heard great things about GibsonGirlDress and ChezAbbieGrace (more historically-inspired). I hand sew most of my own outergarments these days so I have not bought from either of them directly but know people who have! 😊
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  2094. I love that mindset with clothes!
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  2095. Thank you! It’s not impractical at all, but it depends on how you choose to wear it I suppose and what you wear. I wear a lot of working class clothes so people would work extremely long days in garments like these and be perfectly comfortable. I feel the same 😊
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  2096. It took me a solid 6 months to learn this myself, so no judgement here 😅
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  2097. Yes!! So similar. Trends all coming back around again 🤣
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  2098. Thank you so much Jae! I wanted to shoot it in a way that it felt almost like a home movie but from some of the earlier years of cinematography haha
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  2099. Welcome to the next video! Glad you hopefully got other questions answered too 🥰
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  2100. Thanks for watching!!
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  2101. Thank you! We don't have evidence of the unibrow for Volga Tatars specifically (that I know of). The unibrow practice I showed is done in Tajikistan, and some other parts of Asia, but I haven't seen it mentioned for the Volga Tatars, just that the brows were dyed with usma.
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  2102. Same here! Historical style not historical values 😊 I definitely do think the quest for convenience has contributed. Convenience can help to make things more accessible some some respects, but perhaps it’s when it’s taken too far. Thanks for your comment!
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  2103. Thank you so much Cathy! I love hearing about your sewing plans 🥰 I hope you have so much fun with them!
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  2104.  @petapendlebury9024  awww thank you very much Peta! It was great meeting you irl 😊
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  2105. Thank you very much!
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  2106. Thank you so much! I'd love to do a TED talk at some point, but I believe you have to be invited to them. Maybe in the future 😊
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  2107. I use it on all, but this isn't professional advice and I'm not responsible if any damage occurs to your fabric. Every fabric will react differently so it's good to do a spot test somewhere discreet first.
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  2108. The back stitch with small, close-set stitches and strong thread can be stronger than machine stitches. However, if you sweater is a knit fabric, the back stitching won’t work as a zig zag stitch is necessary for stretch fabric, and it isn’t ideal to be done by hand.
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  2109. I got a little too excited and opened up the pot very quickly towards my face, and misjudged how close my face was to the pot lid 😂
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  2110. Thanks amazing! Congrats on your first petticoat 😊
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  2111. I’m sorry that it became so challenging due to the dots and lines! I really love the gingham idea that was suggested here. That would perhaps make it so much easier?
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  2112. It's called a sontag! it was a common knitted wrap worn in the 1860s.
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  2113. Once you start, it’s hard to stop making them!
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  2114. The manga looks super interesting! Reading the synopsis etc. it looks like the plot and characters could be potentially Volga Tatar, or they seem like some type of Turkic community at the time. They don’t name any specific one by name, so it’d be hard to say for sure since so many different Turkic peoples have existed in Central Asia, but what a cool concept for a manga. Thanks for sharing.
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  2115. I'm happy you picked up on that little detail 😊Thanks so much!
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  2116. Thank you! 🥰
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  2117.  @kayverduynlunel5549  I completely understand the decision to do that! It really does make small details like those far easier (even if more time consuming). And thank you so much Kay! I wish you the best of luck on all of your upcoming sewing projects 😊
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  2118. Thank you so much Catherine! She is such a fluffy sweetheart 🥰
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  2119. Thank you so much Catherine! 🥰
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  2120. Thanks Erica 😊
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  2121. I haven’t had to replace any of mine yet and some I’ve had for over 3 years 😊
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  2122. Welcome back Erica! I hope you enjoy catching up on all the videos 😊
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  2123. Thank you very much!
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  2124. Thank you so much Audri! 🥰🥰🥰
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  2125. Exactly! And probably in 20 years we will be similarly appalled by it all.
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  2126. I linked the video in the cards where I make the dress, my "I Gave Myself a Viking Makeover" video. I used a pattern which came directly from the "Medieval Garments Reconstructed" book, and didn't alter the neckline from the pattern (aside from adding in the gusset due to it being too tight). The dress patterns in the book are from the Herjolfnes Greenland finds.
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  2127. Awww thank you, your comment made me tear up a little. I really appreciate you calling it wholesome, as that is one of the best compliments 💕
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  2128.  @EXO-L45  you're so sweet ☺️
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  2129. I explain during the eating portion of this section why I used squash. The Ancient Greek and Roman people had gourds and calabash, so in recipe interpretations, squash is often used in place, like in the British Museum article. It’s indeed indigenous to the Americas.
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  2130. Agreed!
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  2131. I think you'll love the fabric honestly! I've been quite pleased with its qualities 😄
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  2132. Must be on the same wavelength! 😂 it’s a wonderful way to do pleats honestly. Adds a little something extra. And can replace elastic! She’s doing really well, thanks! Starting to finally settle in. How’s Thena?
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  2133. This sounds all too familiar! Lol. At what point can you socialise her with other puppies? I’ve found Rúna has learnt how to be gentler whilst playing by playing with other dogs, so that might perhaps be a great way too 😊
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  2134. So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  2135. Please read the pinned comment 😊 it’s due to unfair censorship restrictions and not because it reflects my personal opinion.
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  2136. Thanks so much, Erica for watching! Enjoy Reconstructing History and the wealth of information Kass has to offer 😊
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  2137. So glad you enjoyed the video! 🥰
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  2138. Thank you!! 😊
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  2139. This video specifically focuses on Scotland 😊 I’d recommend the book “Making Working Women’s Costume”
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  2140. Thank you! You should definitely go for it 😊All the best!
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  2141. Yay for tools that make life more accessible!
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  2142. I used a commercial pattern (Laughing Moon no. 118) and I have a video where I show my construction of it (the Victorian Lord of the Rings video)
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  2143. I don't believe you have on this video! Perhaps a prior video? 😊 It's lovely that you have been able to come up with so many ways to repurpose and remake old clothing and fabric. It shows your innovation!
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  2144.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  That could definitely be! I am glad that there are so many trends in themes too in the community!
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  2145.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  Is it the English stitch video? That's the only one I can think of that involves flipping the fabric. Or maybe the Mantua Maker's seam in my 7 essential hand sewing stitches video? Thanks for wanting to link/reference it! I go by she/her as well, thanks for asking 😊
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  2146.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  My pleasure! And thank you! It is indeed night, but it is only just past 2AM right now in the UK. I am quite a night owl though, so it wouldn't be surprising if I had responded at 4am 😉
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  2147. Thank you Emily ❤️❤️❤️
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  2148. Ugh I’m sorry, that’s very frustrating!
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  2149. Aww that’s so sweet! Thank you for recognising this aspect. I’ve been proudly going to therapy for like 6 years haha 🥰
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  2150. Yes, I don't eat wheat (wheat isn't even that common in historical food compared with grains like rye, barley, oats, all of which I can eat). I never once said I'm lactose intolerant. And I would happily eat legumes (I eat them constantly). Life is hard right now, I totally get it. But coming to a random person on the internet's page and directing your frustrations with life out onto them and their random video, isn't going to shift what is happening in your own life. I wish you all of the best.
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  2151.  @GM-qt3bm  commenting on what I can and cannot eat (statements you made that weren’t even accurate) isn’t my professional work, that’s my personal health. Someone having a single food intolerance as well should not mean they can’t make a video like this. I’m a filmmaker first and foremost, not solely a food YouTube channel. My video title is exactly as advertised. I indeed ate medieval food for a week. There’s one thing I couldn’t eat, and so I found many other options and ways to work around that one ingredient, all of which would’ve also existed historically.
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  2152. Thank you! 🥰
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  2153. You’re very welcome! 😊 the English stitch and the mantua maker’s seam are different things! There are a few clever “line and seam in one” type stitches in the 18th century, but I tend to prefer the English stitch as I find it to be more secure (and more fun!)
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  2154. So true! Your chore style jacket sounds lovely :)
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  2155. Darcy Clothing in the U.K. is great, and my friend @Vintagebursche here on YouTube has a book for sale on historical menswear patterns.
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  2156. On his official website vintagebursche .de (no space after “bursche”) He sells the hard-copy only in German, but there’s an English digital copy. You can set his site language to English in the settings.
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  2157. You totally should! It’s in patterns of fashion 2 🥰
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  2158. Awww thanks so much Jae! What is up with me and all the fruit dresses!? 😂💕
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  2159.  @jaehaywardkent  hahahaha I’m glad you are and that’s it’s not just me over here in my corner making my fruit dresses 😂
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  2160. I have used many of the options and have no preference for type. At the moment I’m using Size 5/10 because they were easily available, and they’re nice!
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  2161. I can definitely understand the appeal of working class clothing for you and can very much relate (I’m working on a working class wardrobe at the moment for everyday wear 😊) thanks for watching!
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  2162. It seemed like a good idea at the time! 🥲
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  2163. I’m U.K. based so I get mine from a company called Preservation Equipment. In the US, I’ve heard Container Store actually sells some reasonably priced ones.
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  2164. Couldn't agree more about Agnes! 🥰 So glad you enjoyed the video!
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  2165. Thanks so much! 😊
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  2166. Hi Nato! Thank you. I would recommend a lightweight linen or cotton for a chemise.
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  2167. I haven’t seen it, no. It’s way out of an era I have any knowledge about (it’s 14th century from what I’ve read, and Italian fashion no less) but I hope someone with 14th century Italian fashion knowledge can review it!
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  2168. So glad you loved the video! Honestly, I have no idea. It perhaps looks like a silk moire and moires I’ve found to be incredibly difficult to source or immensely expensive. I, too, would love a fabric like this!
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  2169. I don’t think it’s the fault of either! It’s normally the nature of how the film industry works. Budgets not being used with safety and comfort necessarily in mind. The needs of actors and also crew not being seen as a priority by big production companies. Faulting actors and costume departments for this issue is like faulting the everyday consumer for climate change, when the massive companies are the ones doing most of the damage.
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  2170. Definitely increasing this visibility and awareness is so so vital. I think it’s why we keep on making content like this honestly! I hope things do shift in the future. It’s the only way things have ever changed in the past, through the collective efforts of people speaking out and demanding change.
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  2171. I love linen and silk too 😊
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  2172. Thank you! 🥰
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  2173. Thank you! 😊 I still have plenty of info to go off of, so I'm excited for the journey of it all!
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  2174. Thanks Rachael! If you can find a willing and patient enough helper, then it’s perhaps even better than a dress form as it’ll be even more accurate 😊
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  2175. Hehehe thank you so much! She is such a sweetie 🥰
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  2176. Awww so sweet 🥹🥰 they did a great job on the ball gown!
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  2177. Thank you for your comment!! You'll be excited for a future episode if you like The Welsh Viking :)
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  2178. Thank you! 🥰
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  2179. Check out Vintagebursche 😊
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  2180. This video is pretty old so my wardrobe has changed a lot, but I was wearing padding for a lot of these outfits (Georgian ones especially). I wear bum padding and bust padding everyday now for my Victorian stuff and cartridge pleated petticoats. I personally don't wear bustle gowns even though I own a bustle under structure. I wear walking size crinolines sometimes too. Since my personal style leans a lot towards Victorian working class clothing these days, padding and voluminous petticoats are usually enough.
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  2181. My pleasure! I am also a Russian speaker, so if you ever want to write a comment in Russian, I can answer back 😊 Before I started historical sewing, I also thought completely hand sewing a garment was an impossible and absurd task, but it becomes oddly familiar and usual once you do it very often. In fact, I couldn't imagine sewing clothes any other way by this point haha. The biggest trick I've found with hemming is getting a hem marker. It makes everything so much easier. Also, with historical skirts (19th century specifically), skirts are often faced at the hem, and sometimes a twill braid or wool braid is sometimes used to stiffen the edge to help the petticoat stick out more and have a nicer drape. I am constructing a skirt right now where I use this method, so I'll have that video out in probably a couple of months. Your English is great by the way!
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  2182. Thanks so much Naomi! 😊
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  2183. Glad it was helpful ☺️
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  2184. Thanks so much 😊
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  2185. That's a brilliant idea! Perhaps I'll do this for the upcoming holiday season as well. Thanks!
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  2186. Thank you so much Joëlle! 😊I’m glad you enjoyed seeing the footage so much. I hope you have a lovely Christmas xx
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  2187. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey, but I believe she's booked up until next year!
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  2188. Thank you so much for watching! Really glad you enjoy the series ☺️
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  2189. Thank you!! I think you’re right 😂 Brittany even said the same and thought we should change the scoring system to be a bit more fair on me hahaha
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  2190. Thank you Kate! I actually collect antique sewing etuis and I absolutely love them 😊
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  2191. You’re not the first to ask today actually! So I think I just might in the future 😊
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  2192. Lol 😂
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  2193. Thanks Luna! Really excited to share it 🥰
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  2194. Thank you! 😊
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  2195. Thank you so much Sami 😊 You're right, I totally forgot to include a clip of what it looks like without the crinoline in movement, whoops! I'll try to include one with the video of the final garment when it comes out (probably at the end of December). I hope you get well soon from your cold!
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  2196. Thank you 🥰🥰🥰🥰
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  2197. Sounds like a lovely plan Amaya 😊
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  2198. Thanks so much Cathy! It really is terrifying how 2022 is here and it still feels like 2020 😂 wishing you a happy new year and many new sewing adventures!
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  2199.  @stevezytveld6585  lol 😂 I love the Good Place so I just see time now as a bunch of Jeremy bearimies hahaha
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  2200. Thank you 🥰 they’re not for everyone honestly and so you don’t have to wear them if you don’t want to 😊 there are other cosy options too, like jumps!
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  2201.  @piccalillipit9211  I grew up in a household that couldn't afford to put me through college, so I had to figure things out on my own from the time I was 17 or 18. During my BA I was working 50-60 hour weeks and taking 61 units in a single semester. It was a lot. It's an MA in Creative Writing. Prior to my MA I worked as a chief editor for a tech company, managing a team writers, so I will return to this as soon as my MA is complete.
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  2202. I am a young-looking 24 I guess! Ah very cool that you’re an author. I do very much agree though that struggle builds us. Though I don’t think everyone needs to experience struggle to grow in life. Sometimes having an easier life can be just as beneficial, especially in certain circumstances. Anyways, I’m just grateful to be OK now. I’m sorry to hear that your upbringing was so difficult. But yeah, as you say, it makes us who we are.
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  2203. Thank you for the subscribe! Have a nice evening.
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  2204. I wear extremely high collars most of the time and generally add a lot more if I’m actually going outside and not just sitting near a window.
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  2205. Really glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 and I hear you about the fur thing. It’a a tricky one because it would be sad on another hand to just have to throw away or not use fur items that have long been made. I guess perhaps it’s the way fur is often perceived as well today, as a fashion item hot off the runway, rather than vintage and antique furs where it’s almost about honouring the animal who has sadly been killed and giving a second life to a garment that might otherwise get thrown out.
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  2206. Thank you so much! ☺ I'm ready to sew 5+ more of them 😃
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  2207. Thank you!! ☺️
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  2208. Hi! Thanks for your comment. I answer this question at time stamp 18:26 😊
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  2209. For the inside of cuffs, I basically do a double fold and then I go and whip stitch the cuff down 😊 but yes, you could absolutely use something like the Georgian method for example
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  2210. Thank you so much!! 💕
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  2211. Hahaha thanks so much! 😊 my channel is fairly new to be honest. It often takes many years to build a channel on YouTube. I started mine back in January 2021 🥰
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  2212. How cool!! 🥰 Hi! My family is from Bashkiri actually, but as you probably know, lots of Kazan Tatars live there 😊
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  2213. It’s a wonderful way to tie in history!!
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  2214. Thank you so much Fema 😊
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  2215. Thank you! I wasn't certain initially if it would work, but I was pleasantly surprised that it does 😊
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  2216. Thank you 😊
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  2217. Thank you Thorunn! And I appreciate you sharing your experience too 😊
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  2218. Thanks for your comment Sami! I'm really glad I could help. Happy sewing with your newly learned stitch 😊
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  2219. They did keep livestock, but the meat from them would have been reserved more for special occasions and celebrations. So fish made up a massive part of the diet since the fish is wild caught.
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  2220. How lovely! I totally agree, they’re so great for that exact activity 😊
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  2221. I just checked my edit and it’s called “A Carousing Consort” by Bransle de Montirande ☺️ thanks for your patience with my response!
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  2222. Thanks Catherine! I hope your dress expansion is going well! I can understand the preference for coats. i prefer them sometimes too 😊
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  2223. Sounds lovely! I guess that’s the magic of sewing and making art in general though 😊
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  2224. Hi! Thanks so much for your comment and for sharing 🥰 thanks for your patience with my response as well. It’s been more challenging for me to get around to answering comments within 24 hours these days as I’ve been quite busy with my other work 😊 I definitely hear what you’re saying about it not seeming like you’re wearing a costume in public but rather clothing and I think there are a few factors there. One would probably be fabric choice, as natural fibres tend to look more “clothing” than “costume” though no shame to anyone who uses synthetic fibres as they can look great too and can be very necessary if someone is on a budget. The other factor I think is fit. A well tailored and fitted garment tends to look more “clothing” and less “costume”. I also think it’ll require a bit of experimenting and seeing which clothes speak to you the most. I’ve really been leaning the working class clothing route these days and personally love how natural it can look. I am a highly private person myself so I can definitely empathise with the hesitation and find working class clothing can be a wonderful way to garner less attention, because it can lean very “alternative style” and not “straight out of a period film”. Hopefully this is helpful! 🥰
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  2225. Thank you, Natalie! 😊 I agree, the multiple back panels are such a lovely and customisable/personal touch. They really do help to further certain silhouettes and illusions, as you say. I think tackling big projects naturally feels really uncomfortable, but I always say it's beneficial to seek discomfort (even if things don't pan out how we expected them to). Everyone has their own pace of course though, which is totally okay and part of the beauty of a craft like sewing ❤️ I believe in you, you can do it!! What projects are you working on at the moment?
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  2226. Yesss great idea with having someone help measure! It’s a massive game changer as certain things (like back measurements) are extremely difficult alone. I say go for the bustle gown but that’s just my opinion 😉 regardless, I hope your projects go well! 😊
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  2227. Thanks Sabrina! 🥰
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  2228. Thanks so much!! Hahaha yes, the end is always so hard to keep focused and stay neat/consistent. It just all becomes too exciting!
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  2229. I have a video where I did biphasic sleep a couple years ago (my Victorian sleeping video). The reason why I mentioned that this video is specifically about getting the mattress comfortable, and not the way medieval slept (their schedule, etc.) is because I'm eventually planning to do the biphasic schedule in a future medieval sleep video, I just don't have the space for it in my life right now.
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  2230. Oh no!!
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  2231. People have food sensitivities 😊 my doctor would definitely recommend I continue not eating wheat.
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  2232. Thank you for your compliments and comment, An! As for the wool question, it is definitely a warm bodice, I find that a lot of heat tends to escape from the back, so I typically like to interline bodices with a thin wool only for the back, though sometimes the front as well, depending on what might be okay with the bulk. Wool is honestly one of my favourite materials, and I find that even in weather in the 20s Celsius, it is still very easy to wear, especially because there can be so much variety between wool types. So I would highly recommend the material. The sleeve mobility is perfect and I have full mobility. I always try to make my sleeves this way, because I actually wear these garments daily, so I want to wear creations with a more practical edge that I will actually feel comfortable in in the long term. As well for the elbow, I took out a little from the seam allowance there just to provide a little bit more mobility, which is a great trick to keep your arm bends comfortable. Your sewing project sounds lovely and I hope it all goes very well! (Thanks for that other channel name as well, I’ll have to check them out). Looking forward to revealing the final ensemble!
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  2233. My pleasure! I’m not sure if everyone could handle wool flannel is very very warm weather, but I certainly find that personally it is great for moderate weather as it breathes really well and has natural anti microbial properties. Aside from the tiny bit of seam allowance at the elbow, I didn’t have to make a single alteration to the pattern, which was incredibly lucky! So yep, great mobility in the sleeves from the get-go. I’m sure it will turn out great! Every project is a learning experience as it is, so that alone makes it worth it I think😊 Oooo tea-dying, sounds like fun!
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  2234. I can tell you the answer now if you’d like? (Don’t want to spoil it for you if you’d like to be surprised 😉)
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  2235.  @polypseudonymz  sure thing, you shall know the answer then in a little less than two weeks 😉
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  2236. Ahhh this amazing! And I totally agree with your thinking. It's great to have garments that can be go-to's no matter how the body decides to change 😊
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  2237. I very much agree! Many will respect the differences and those who don’t, well it’s not personal as they probably have their own things going on 🥰
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  2238. So true, great advice, thanks DesertRose 😊 having all those costumes to play in would have been so fun!
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  2239. Gotta embrace the cringe.
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  2240. Thank you! It actually could’ve have been worn by working class women too, as it’s a wrapper (worn by all classes) and made from a simple, plain, and relatively affordable material for the time (a neutral-ish dyed linen). I love wearing working class clothing for this exact reason.
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  2241. I’ve felt similarly with modern dresses versus corsetry!
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  2242. Thank you very much. I think it would be great in colder weather 😊
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  2243. I’ve definitely noticed a lot of these observations you’ve made too! Thanks for sharing your perspective on it all 😊
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  2244. That’s very kind, thank you 😊
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  2245. Thanks so much for your lovely and kind words Drew ❤️ so much in the world feels so heavy right now 💕
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  2246. Thank you so much! I can definitely understand that fear and in a world that constantly tries to tell us we need to be “perfect” and “better than others” it’s a very natural fear. I had similar ones too, but found the more I just practiced, the more I really started to like the way I made things, wonks and all 🥰
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  2247. How cool that you’re a sock designer! You should totally recreate them. I would buy a pair! 🥰
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  2248. Hahaha hey! Welcome 😊
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  2249. It definitely works super well for some people! I was just getting very frustrated with personally and needed something a little more definitive, especially with wool 😊
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  2250. Ah very interesting!
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  2251. Thank you!! It doesn't mess it up 😊 It's better image quality for you as well, since many TVs are in 4K and many computers can't view a video in that quality!
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  2252. There are a number of curvy historical fashion youtubers who have had very positive experiences with corsets as well 😊
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  2253. Thank you Lilja! 💕
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  2254. Awww thank you so much for such a sweet comment! I really appreciate it. Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  2255. Glad you enjoyed the video! Thanks for watching ☺️
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  2256. Yep! Precisely.
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  2257. It's true! I live a really tech heavy life because of my work too, so that I'm sure only adds to that!
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  2258. I absolutely suck at doing hair, and all my own hair is probably only loosely historically inspired, so I'm not sure I would be the best candidate to teach about HA hairstyles 😂 I wish I had those skills!
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  2259. Thank you!! I’ve always really loved Pre-Raphaelite paintings!
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  2260. Thank you!! I have yet to attend one in-person but they sound like so much fun!
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  2261. Thank you!! I looped it back through the two top holes 3 times :)
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  2262. Hahahaha blame it on being the end of the week! 😂
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  2263. 😂😂😂
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  2264. Hahahaha well, when you put it that way... YES.
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  2265.  @ericalarochelle3779  thank you Erica, that’s very kind of you to say! And I very much agree with your quote. I absolutely love learning languages. I grew up speaking Russian and English of course, I was once fluent in French but have lost most of it, I speak a decent bit of Icelandic, as well as learning Tatar and Welsh 😊 each new language becomes a little easier to learn, and helps to create a frame of reference for the next language.
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  2266.  @ericalarochelle3779  Yes! Finding the similarities/differences is the most exciting part 😊 Best of luck with your endeavour to gain German fluency! I'm sure you can do it. It's a complex language from what I hear.
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  2267.  @ericalarochelle3779  Hahahaha yes. It’s amazing how the brain can just become accustomed to the complexity.
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  2268. Сәлам!! How cool! I am part Tatar as well, though I don’t think that makes us any less Tatar ☺️ I’m actually starting to reconstruct 19th century Kazan Tatar fashion to wear, and I’m also researching for a 500 Years of Volga Tatar fashion video! If you end up wanting to reconstruct some historical Tatar clothing, I have two of the best books (and probably the only books) on the topic and would be more than happy to share!
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  2269. Hope you enjoy watching! 😊
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  2270. Thanks so much!
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  2271. Thank you so much!! I hope you’re well, happy to see you here 😊
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  2272. Thank you Catherine! 💕 The reveals are always the most fun to edit 😊
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  2273.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  I would absolutely love to! I just don’t think it’d perform particularly well at the moment due to having a view count that gets very much determined by the algorithm, but this would absolutely be my dream down the line, to produce a historical-related short film of some sort that’s like 7-10 mins.
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  2274. Thank you Joëlle! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video. Let me know how the sleep schedule goes for you if you do end up trying it 🥰
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  2275. It’s so true! It really changed the world. In some ways for better, in some ways for worse (like the environmental impact). It’s a really fascinating time in history to read about.
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  2276. Thanks so much Julie! I sometimes release little lookbooks which are more in this cinematic format. I have two on my channel so far and plan to release more here and there in the future 😊
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  2277. Depends on the period and the class. In the Victorian era for instance, this is a great misrepresentation because most people were working class and their skirts were of working length. I actually speak about this in another video! Haha
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  2278. Same with what I thought growing up too! I even thought about it when I did so, but decided it’d be a great OCD exposure exercise! 🤣
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  2279. It was the interlining even. Just for a little extra added warmth 😊 and thank you!!
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  2280. Travelling through the thyme-space continuum is an honour but also gruelling! Both can coexist.
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  2281. Right?! It sucks they had to go through this!
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  2282. Thank you ♥️ goodluck with your finals!
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  2283. You’re very welcome! Many more diverse episodes to come 😊
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  2284. Great minds think alike 🥰😂
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  2285. It’s a modern Farquharson tartan I believe!
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  2286. Thank you so much Sua! And thanks for following along the series since the beginning 😊
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  2287. Thank you Lucy! I started watching your channel years ago so I got excited seeing your comment 😊
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  2288. So glad you enjoyed it!
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  2289. Thank you! Mood definitely matters a lot with the enjoyment of food (and just with how we perceive the world around us in general haha)
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  2290. Thanks for watching 🥰
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  2291. Ahhh that’s amazing!! Thanks for telling me that, how lovely to hear 😊 my accent is a big mix of things I think! I’m Russian/America, so my Russian parent has an accent and I grew up bilingual, and I’ve used British spellings since I was a kid. And now I’ve lived in Europe for 6 years, so that has a big effect on it as well 😊
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  2292. Thank you Erica! I agree! Whimsical is a great word for it.
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  2293. Thank you Catherine! It’s great to hear from you 🥰
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  2294. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey and she also sends a wearable mock-up first, and then from there the final corset has adjustments made to it depending on what was going on with the mock-up. She is booked up, however, until next year I believe. I’ve also heard good things about RedThreaded and Nemuro Corsets, but have not purchased from either.
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  2295. Thanks so much! I really love editing 🥰❤️
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  2296. Ooo what an awesome find! I’m sure the material you describe would make a fabulous cloak
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  2297. Awww this is a really lovely comment, thank you! :)
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  2298. That’s so awesome that now you do it all the time! Way to go 😊
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  2299. Thank you very much Maria 😊
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  2300. Hey! I don't really have a desire to make a full video about it, but I can explain in this comment what personally helped me. None of this is medical advice :) EMDR, EFT (Emotionally-Focused Therapy), and IFS (Internal Family Systems), as well as Somatic Experiencing were all very helpful for me. My therapist uses a mix of all of these modalities and focuses a lot more on somatic signals (I've found going somatic to be the most helpful personally). But most of all, the thing that made the a huge difference was having a therapist I felt extremely safe with and I could truly trust, that I've built a strong relationship with and who really gets me. Sending healing energy your way! Keep on going with the recovery process, it's so worth it x
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  2301. Мыть волосы с молоком очень подходить потому-что татарский люди, мы так часто кушаем и пьём молоко и молочные продукты))
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  2302. Thank you! 😊
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  2303. Sewing groups seem so fun! I started sewing after the pandemic started, so I’d imagine they’re super awesome. Hopefully we’ll all be able to attend them again soon! Most of the sew alongs I’ve seen have been through Instagram actually. Ourshieldmaiden hosts one regularly for example, a recent one was for making a corset.
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  2304. I’m so happy to hear that Bourne! And that’s wonderful that you wear such a variety of historical/vintage clothing. Thank you for the sub and the comment!
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  2305. Thanks for watching!
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  2306. Thank you, Pati! 🥰 the part in the parentheses made me audibly laugh 😂 I’m glad you clarified lol. Definitely do give hand sewing a try, it’s so relaxing! (Unless you have a tight deadline for something, then you have to sew like the wind haha). If you need to learn any of the hand sewing stitches, I have a video on my channel actually that teaches you the main ones for historical projects 😊
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  2307. I hope you enjoy it and it’s helpful 😊
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  2308. I’m so happy to hear this 😊
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  2309. Hahaha you’re welcome! I just use the Apple cider vinegar rinse that I show in the video. Though, I only use this method every 2 weeks or so as I don’t want to overload my hair with protein (as it can cause it to be brittle and break). Katherine Sewing has some great videos on natural hair care 😊
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  2310. People did help me a lot 🙂 It's quite a complex and nuanced situation.
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  2311. Thanks for watching 😊
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  2312. Thank you so much! This is definitely a super important topic. As a Tatar, a big reason why I don’t wear Tatar historical fashion is because of lack of resources due to colonisation. I recently tracked down two amazing books on Tatar fashion but they are both rare, basically the only ones in print, and I had to order one from Turkey and the other from Russia (also quite expensive for books). Now finally I feel I have the resources to be able to recreate and wear my ethnic dress, but that was a lot of hoops to jump through just to get the knowledge. With Caucasian British/American fashions, they’re highly documented, they’re are tons of extants in museums, and many portraits, paintings, etc. There’s also quite a bit of money going to fund them. A lot of non-white ethnic groups don’t have that luxury sadly because of colonisation really and getting shoved into poorer areas of the world, and so perhaps only those who have their traditional dress passed down from generation to generation would still know how to wear and make it. I think this is similarly why we don’t see as much working class representation even amongst British and American historical fashions because there is an utter lack of resources to be able to study it and people are often more drawn to the pretty gowns and not the plain, everyday clothes (which I personally prefer as they make more sense for my lifestyle haha). I love seeing some individuals from various ethnic groups reviving and wearing their historical fashions just as everyday wear, but definitely it’s few and far between. I think there would need to be a massive push from governments to preserve and search for information and resources about historical fashions of non-white ethnic groups in order for it to truly get revived, because essentially finding and teaching that information would need to be made a priority.
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  2313. You should look up the Victorian buckle rings! They’re quite similar and adorable too 🥰 All those pieces you mention sound amazing!
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  2314. Thanks for watching! Proper lacing is definitely such an important factour. The general rule of thumb I’ve found for lacing (at least with historical corsets) is 1-2 inches of space between the sides on the lacing, and then the sides are generally parallel to one another if the corset is well-fitting
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  2315. Thank you!! Love your channel as well!
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  2316.  @steamyvegetables1445  this is also an important point. Many people with uteruses experience fertility issues. Thanks for the important reminder xx
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  2317. What can I say, this was my approach. I hold space for the full spectrum of my experiences. If I don’t want to iron something, I don’t iron something. That is my authentic self. Additionally, talking about my discomfort was also my authentic experience. I gave my authentic experience here fully, and to do as you suggest in your comment wouldn’t be authentic to me.
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  2318. I mostly use Sonnet for my detergents as I use all eco-friendly household products and cosmetics. They have a great wool/silk specific detergent too.
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  2319. Welcome to the channel! I'm so happy to have you here 😊
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  2320. Thank you!! Can't wait to share it 🥰
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  2321. Aww well done! They were so hard to guess! Next video could definitely be applied to spring 😄
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  2322. Enjoy the seed sowing! And the thread sewing 😄 the weather here isn’t sure whether it wants to be spring or winter still, so I’m glad you’re at least getting some spring bite. See you in a couple weeks!
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  2323. I have a very very old wardrobe tour during my first year sewing, but I’m planning an updated one at the moment! :)
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  2324. Hahaha they really are so fun! I’m glad you enjoyed playing the game and well done on your guesses 🥰
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  2325. Thank you n-srin! 😊 I can see why some people might not want to dress like this, as perhaps it’s just not their style, but I definitely do think that those who are considering dressing like this and are perhaps just scared, then I encourage them to pursue it as it brings so much more joy and is so much more fulfilling if that’s what their heart actually desires!
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  2326. Aww thank you!! I’ll be showing it a bit better in my third year sewing video (once I finally shoot it 😅)
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  2327. Hahaha thank you for the lovely and appreciative comment! You’ve got this. Let me know if I can help further.
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  2328. Awww thank you very much Karen, I really appreciate it ❤️
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  2329. Рәхмәт! :) That's so wonderful to hear how reconnecting with Tatar fashion has helped you feel more connected with your grandmother and family too, that's beautiful. I feel it's the notion of doing the same activities that our ancestors may have (since they worked with their hands to make these pieces of art, and then we get to work with our hands to do the same). It's quite a magical thing that can bind us together through time.
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  2330. I show how I hand sew darts in all of my garment construction videos where I make bodices! 😊
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  2331. Hahaha yes! It was a fun one too 😄
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  2332. thanks so much Mel! I completely understand why you’re drawn to plaid. I am as well, it’s such a beautiful pattern.
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  2333. Thank you for your lovely comment! :)
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  2334. I made it!
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  2335. Thanks so much DesertRose for your comment! I’m sure your daughter would greatly enjoy DIY-ing her own pair of shoes, it could be a super fun weekend project actually! See you in a couple of weeks ❤️
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  2336. Appropriate is whatever the wearer feels comfortable with :)
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  2337.  @inchb.wigglet640  thank you Inch! So am I 😊 bit by bit the pieces are coming together
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  2338. Thank you so much Catherine! It'll be fun wearing all the garments as part of my daily wear as well 😊
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  2339. Except I couldn’t ctrl+shift+c Motherlode 🥲
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  2340. Exactement! Merci ☺️
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  2341. Merci! Oui, c’est la vérité.
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  2342. That’s awesome to hear!! I’m so glad 😊
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  2343. Thank you so much for noticing the production! I always appreciate that 😊 you should totally give it a go! Just start with something simple made of simple shapes. It could be lots of fun and meditative too.
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  2344. Well done on your guesses! It is such a challenging game. Natural form is such an underrated era but an absolutely beautiful one, and many of the walking length styles are quite wearable for day-to-day.
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  2345. Thank you so so much Jocelyn! I really appreciate it 🥰
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  2346. Thanks! I really appreciate all of your comments 😊
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  2347.  @ericalarochelle3779  hahaha thank you, this is very sweet! (And funny 😁)
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  2348. Thank you so much!!
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  2349. Sounds so lovely! Thanks for sharing about your personal style 😊
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  2350. I always find this aspect so fun as well when it comes to seeing historical garments on actual humans and not just still mannequins. Thank you Erica!
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  2351. Awww I’m so glad it was so timely Luna! 💕thanks so much!
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  2352. Thank you!!
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  2353. Thank you so much! Wishing you the best as well 🥰♥️
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  2354. Thank you! I just released my poetry book about a month ago. It's called "Through the Vale" :)
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  2355. Merci! 😊
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  2356. Thank you so much! 💕
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  2357. I live in Europe (have for 8 years)
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  2358. Thanks so much Catherine! I really appreciate it 😊
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  2359. Thank you so much Elena! ♥️
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  2360. My pleasure! Happy sewing with this new stitch 😁
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  2361. Thanks so much! I work full time as a content manager (in the writing department) of a tech and marketing company, and I also do YouTube/social media full time too! It’s a lot haha. I wouldn’t consider myself to be a historian though, rather just a passionate enthusiast 🥰🥰🥰
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  2362. Yes of course, but this isn't the way I grew up sleeping or have slept my entire life, so in my case, I required an alarm clock.
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  2363. Thank you 😊
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  2364. Very well said, merci beaucoup Gooner 😊
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  2365. Definitely so many strays need homes in Romania! It’s actually quite hard to get young rescues in the U.K., (we’re training her as an emotional support animal, so wanted to rescue a puppy) so we started to look abroad and we are so lucky to have Rúna in our lives now 🥰
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  2366. It truly is so sad, but lovely that we can give at least a few animals homes 🥰
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  2367. It probably likely already has amongst some people! That’s one of the things I find the most perplexing about fashion today, is the way so many vintage and historical styles have made their returns but all at once! Lol
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  2368. Takk elskan 💕🥰
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  2369. That’s how I feel about it too! 1920s just feels like such a massive shift in fashion. But then I wonder, what happens in 20-30 years? How do we then define 20s, 30s, 40s? Hahaha
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  2370. Thanks for your kind words! As for what has helped my sensitive skin, I stopped eating wheat and cow’s dairy as a teenager which cleared up a lot of my skin issues because I have sensitivities to both, and then also I use all organic or natural-based care products, laundry detergents, makeup, and other cosmetics. Also a good zinc based sun cream seems to do me very well. And making sure to apply nourishing creams to any problem areas when I notice they start arising.
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  2371. Thank you Lilja! 🥰❤️
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  2372. Thanks so much! I hope it goes well. I’ve just noticed my hair is much healthier using this method, and typically healthier hair grows better (in my experience) so I think that’s why it works for me 😊 plus they’re simple household ingredients so there isn’t much cost involved!
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  2373. I never used to like jeans either when I was a kid! I tried wearing them because a lot of my friends wore, but could never quite feel comfortable haha. Cartridge pleats are the best 🥰
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  2374. It’s why I often say historical accuracy doesn’t really exist, because often it’s just that we haven’t found something yet and it could well be that it existed during that time (like those gold oxfords!)
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  2375. We really do! It all went by so quick and so many of us were really sewing up to the last minute 😂
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  2376. Thank you 🥰 I hope you’re well!
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  2377. Thanks for your comment! I taught myself. I started sewing about 2.5 years ago only and have been documenting my journey of learning on this channel for coming up to 2 years now 😊 same with historical fashion research — all self taught. My degrees are in other things ironically 😂
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  2378. Thanks so much Makeda! 🥰
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  2379. I feel like it’s such a bummer then that actors were describing them as corsets, and of course further perpetuating corset misconceptions along with that definition. “Corset” is such a broad term anyways and can mean many different things, and I feel like every time they’re all grouped together, experiences are going to vary so much since there are so many different corsets one can wear.
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  2380. Thank you so much Carolyn! 😊
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  2381. Hahaha it'll be out on Thursday 😊
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  2382. Ahh very cool! I'll have to check out that video, thanks 😊
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  2383. Awww thank you!
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  2384. I’m actually a lot more into my ancestral and folk history to be honest, in addition to the practical aspects of the working class. Most of what I wear is working class clothing. The issue with both those things is that there’s so little research on it, that the way many people get into folk fashion and working class clothing is generally through the most researched fashion history (British aristocracy). If I could know everything about my ancestral fashion (Kazan Tatar) I would, but most of it has been lost so I spend tons of time just trying to piece together the missing history.
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  2385. Aww thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰
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  2386. So glad you enjoyed the video Jay! This is my worst performing video by far, but I’m so glad I released it because it came straight from my heart and from my love for trees.
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  2387. Thank you!!
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  2388. The yolk is quite healthy for the hair apparently and I personally wouldn’t want to waste the yolk as well, but I’ve heard of some people putting mayo etc
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  2389. I work in post-production and around computers frequently, so definitely not. I wouldn't be on the internet if I were Amish 😂
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  2390.  @MoondustManwise  The holidays will come early! 😂
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  2391. A lot of our Indigenous traditions are also similar to other Indigenous peoples around the world ☺️ for instance, in our original religion (Tengrism) there’s Tengri and Umay Ana who are Father Sky and Mother Earth respectively, which you also see in many First Nations spiritual practices ♥️
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  2392. I’m not gluten-free, I’m wheat free. My body tolerates rye ok. I haven’t eaten wheat now for about 13 years.
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  2393. Thanks so much Niklas! It was great to have you! 😊
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  2394. They also wore chiton and peplos.
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  2395. So wild!
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  2396. Different centuries apart is still a great accomplishment though! I think recognises decades just comes with practice and even then, there are always shocking exceptions that throw you off lol
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  2397. I’m a feminist myself and I don’t feel it’s feminist at all to spread the anti-corset narrative. Letting women wear whatever they want, whether that be the corset or not, I feel is feminist. I just think it’s trendy in the mainstream narrative to call corsets the problem, but it doesn’t leave nuance for how the corset is constructed, worn, fit, etc. As you say, you had an extremely positive experience with the corset, and so many others have too (myself included) so as much as our experiences are anecdotal, they are a deeper portrayal of the realities of well-fit corsetry and I think that says so much 😊
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  2398. I also have wheat sensitivity, which makes it tough to find both alcohol-free and wheat-free (or deglutenised) beers. I know of one company I used to enjoy in the UK, but it is too expensive to import it to continental Europe :) It's why I'm eating rye bread during the week, as I don't have a sensitivity to rye.
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  2399. Thank you 😊 The ones I slept on for this video are long-staple cotton, but their linen ones look amazing too!
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  2400. Thank you very much Cathy! My family are far from the lines of conflict thankfully but the war will impact the everyday citizens on both sides whether physically or financially, since there is bound to be shortages all around Eastern Europe. Many of my coworkers are Ukrainian and having to seek safety right now and that’s been the most heartbreaking part of this. I hope that there’s peace soon and an end to this violence. I’m glad things have settled down around you mostly in Canada. I heard the convoy was shut down in the downtown area of Ottawa and thought of you (and how you must have more peace now haha)
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  2401.  @theresamarie6258  thank you!! Really looking forward to sharing it too
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  2402. Hahahaha I love that!
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  2403. Thank you!! 😊 this one is a regency style chemise actually. Laughing Moon have some nice chemise patterns, as do Black Snail patterns
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  2404. Thank you so so much! ❤️🥰 I finally watched the new series tonight (the first episode) and I actually really liked it! The storyline had a lot of poetic meaning and metaphor and whilst sure it lacked some of the Tolkien edge, I felt like the characters and deeper meaning of the dialogue made for a great and inspiring watch, though I know the series has had super mixed reviews. I think going in with an open mind and not expecting it to be like Tolkien’s written works is definitely a great mindset to have, as I think it is a series that could be appreciated stand alone. Perhaps even just Tolkien inspired rather. I absolutely love your idea about the wrapper and bonnet too! I think everyone will love your creation and I’m sure you’ll make an absolutely gorgeous ensemble ❤️🥹
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  2405. Thanks so much Mélisse! Capitalism is fun, eh? 😅 I’m so glad the video is helpful!
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  2406. Thanks for your additional thoughts and suggestions! I really appreciate them. Definitely everything I say in this video should just be used as brainstorming or as suggestions, but ultimately, everyone should do what most suits them and will bring the most joy 😊
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  2407.  @SingingSealRiana  thanks so much for the compliments! And this is why I love that there’s a comments section for videos, because it’s so important to have a diverse group of minds to come up with alternate ideas and preferences, like the ones you suggest 😊
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  2408. Thank you so much! 😊
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  2409. Thank you Catherine 😊
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  2410. Thank you, I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  2411. Thank you so much! An exciting new direction that has been a long time in the making 😀
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  2412. It’s definitely more difficult to find than resources on womenswear! Part of why I felt like this was an important interview to make 😊
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  2413. Thank you so much! Perhaps I’ll need to add a chess board to one of my dresses 🤣 or some hashtags! Hope you have a great day!
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  2414. Thank you! 😊
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  2415. Thanks for watching my videos! And I hear you. Whilst I might not have an office job or a toddler, I do work 60-70 hours a week generally to be able to pay my bills (I have 2 full-time jobs, YouTube and then a remote work day job), I wasn't raised with money, and I even was homeless and lived in my car for a year or so when I was 18. So whilst certainly I'm in a position of privilege to work from home and would probably call myself eccentric to some extent, this lifestyle is very much not designed for only the wealthiest and most privileged, though it's also a very personal choice for me and I very much understand and acknowledge that It may not work for all, whether that be due to preference or any personal situations. For me, it's a way to bring a bit of fun and joy to my life by doing something I'm passionate about, and it's something I try to squeeze into the moments when I'm not making money to pay my bills. I love to share it with everyone here because perhaps it will bring joy to others too 😊
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  2416. That’s so awesome Erica! Makes perfect sense how LOTR costumes could be your gateway into historical as there really are so many similarities 😊 really pleased you enjoy watching these construction videos too!
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  2417. Да, рединготы очень красивые на самом деле, я их тоже безумно люблю! Отличный швейный проект, наверно красиво)) И большое спасибо тебе! Пиши как хочешь; по-русски, по-английски ))
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  2418. I definitely will at some point, but when I have more subscribers!
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  2419. Thanks so much A.R.! And thanks for sharing your story. I worked 80-90 weeks at one point, and now I'm working about 65-70 (though less since I'm posting fortnightly now), so I can definitely relate to what you're saying. I have no idea though how you survived 170 hours a week, wow! I definitely agree there's a time for strength and to push ourselves forward. I also think though for some people it's so challenging to think about pushing oneself because of perhaps perfectionism or putting too much pressure on oneself. I used to be like this, for instance, when I was a teenager, and I've had to work through a lot of the need to constantly be working and pushing myself to do more, even though I was doing plenty. It can be such a slippery slope sometimes. I guess ultimately it's about finding that balance. Knowing that your strength is there when you need to tap into it because of the stuff life throws at you, and then knowing too that one is doing enough regardless. It's like a compassionate strength in my mind, if that makes any sense haha.
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  2420. Oooo how excellent! Those should be lots of fun!
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  2421. It's interesting how most people do have something like this, where there is some element they perhaps don't like to wear. I actually know a few people who don't like to wear anything around their necks either. It makes sense though since that is quite a vulnerable part of the body. I would highly recommend a Victorian work bodice, as the necklines on those were sometimes a bit shorter. Regency definitely sounds like a great plan for the heat! I hope that you'll have room for a dress form soon 😊
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  2422. I'm not autistic (I've been tested). I am neurodivergent, but there are many types of neurodivergence beyond autism. Many people with ADHD also have special interests. There are also neurotypical people with special interests.
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  2423. Thanks for watching! Nothing wrong with wanting to be a part of a group and fit in, that’s just natural really! I think the nice thing about historical workwear is it can look very wearable in a modern context. I only ever receive positive compliments on my workwear to be fair, and it’s far more affordable too because the materials needed are often more durable natural fibres like cotton, wool, linen, versus silk or something. I think a wrapper is a great example of a very wearable-in-modern-times historical garment 😊
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  2424. Steamed mussels are in season in Europe right now.
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  2425. Hi! I think I’ll probably shoot a get ready with me at some point, it’s been on my list at least. Thanks for letting me know you’d be interested 😊
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  2426. Yeah I understand, I experience a similar frustration too. It’s always funny when someone in person will tell me all about how horrible corsets are and then I’ll just say, “oh but I’m wearing a corset right now and do daily and they’re so comfortable to me” hahaha
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  2427. Absolutely! Society will judge you regardless, even the most “normal” people still get judged in some way, so you may as well wear what brings you joy ❤️ PS, it may be cliche but you are already pretty 🥰
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  2428. Hahaha very good point 😂 Thanks so much Haimon! Looking forward to showing the final ensemble.
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  2429. No, as I didn't make it. I have a similar style dress I did make, however. The Berry Dress series.
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  2430. Thank you so much Amber! Happy sewing and I hope you have a great week as well. "See" you on Thursday 😊
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  2431. By button 7, it just felt like their were going to go on forever 😂 thank you so much Serena!
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  2432. But he’s beautiful! 🥰
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  2433. Nope!
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  2434. Thanks for that correction!
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  2435. I can definitely relate as I just started sewing 2 years ago, but I’ve been wearing historical fashion for longer so there was a point where I felt similarly. My best advice would be start with something small just to get used to the stitches (like a tunic, apron, etc.) and see how that feels. Then proceed from there depending on what you felt your experience with that project was like 😊
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  2436. Both pronunciations (the one you suggest and the one I used) are widely accepted. It's a difference of accents. Have a nice day!
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  2437. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  2438. That could very well be! 🤣
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  2439. No reason? Have you seen how the guidelines are and how many smaller channels get penalised for them? Why would I want to censor historical art out of my own volition? Please have compassion and try to put yourself in the shoes of the other.
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  2440. Thank you!!! ❤️🥰
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  2441. There was also plenty of art that was long and drawn out. Art for the sake of art. I do hope this would be a mix of the two, and most of all, I enjoy this and I’m fortunate that people enjoy watching. Different things calm different people. Take care ☺️
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  2442. Thank you so much Sami!😊
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  2443. Aww thank you so much Nancy! Subscribers very rarely get notifications these days for the channels they watch because of that same funny bell icon issue! It’s a shame because I bet so many miss out on seeing the work of creators they love. Glad that you have some fun watching ahead of you though! 🥰
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  2444. Thank you Rebecca!! You did such a wonderful job. Loved seeing your riding habit too, it’s gorgeous 😊
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  2445. Thanks so much Cathy! 😊
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  2446. Thank you so much Diane! 😊
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  2447. Unfortunately I don’t! Hopefully someone here in the comments will have some advice 😊
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  2448. Thank you!! ☺️ it’s just improvised! I took a long strip of linen fabric and wrapped it over my head and then tied it into a knot at the nape of my neck. Then I took the ends and wrapped them around my head and pinned them with dress pins all over the fabric securely.
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  2449. It’s extremely easy to pull a breast up out of the corset to put it bluntly. There were also specifically made maternity corsets which had lacing around the bust to make it even easier. I have an entire video on the topic actually, it’s called “500 Years of Maternity Fashion”
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  2450. Thank you! I wish I had a sound engineer, as if I had to think of one more thing during this shoot, I may have combusted 😂 it’s a lot doing everything yourself!
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  2451.  @andreadraper6533  why can’t you do both?
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  2452. That’s so lovely to hear, I’m so glad! It adds such a nice small touch to a garment 😊
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  2453. Glad you enjoyed the video! I can send you some photos of it if you send me a private message on my Instagram 😊
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  2454. That’s so amazing to hear! Your projects sound lovely 😊
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  2455. I don't think this is the page for you :)
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  2456. I’m so glad you do! 🥰 I own a hand crank but I’ve used it maybe 5 times and haven’t used it in well over a year. I should probably get around to selling it at some point. Other than that I don’t own one and never have. I do indeed just baste all my mock-ups 😊
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  2457. Thank you Erica! I hope you're doing well!
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  2458. Thank you 😊
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  2459. I have a really awkward sense of humour I think 😂😂😂
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  2460. Thanks a lot for watching all my content! And definitely, if you have a phobia of gloopy stuff, egg is the perfect trigger!
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  2461. Thank you!! It’s gotten so, so much better over the past year and a half. Practice really does make proficient as they say!
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  2462. Hahahaha it’s great to know you feel very similarly then about hand sewing!
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  2463. Thank you! 😊
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  2464. I actually have a video on how to finish seams by hand that gives 5 different options 😊 there are a bunch of ways you can finish them using a needle and thread
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  2465. It is the same! I guess though the show is fiction and not meant to be accurate so it makes sense that accuracy wouldn’t be a priority, but I still feel they could have created drama on the show without having to further demonise corsetry.
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  2466. Hi! Thanks so much for the lovely compliments and the tips about the hair care ☺️ I actually do an egg wash as well (every couple of weeks) and have for a few years now — I have an old video about the technique 🥰 I just have quite a confusing hair texture that I still haven’t quite figured out a strong and consistent system for (sort of between wavy and curly, and it gets really frizzy easily but it’s low porosity). So it’s complex and will continue taking more experimentation to figure out.
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  2467. Thank you so much Audri! The second year round up video is coming soon since it’s that month again 😊 I appreciate though that you noticed my sewing anniversary.
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  2468. Thanks so much Sara! Wishing you a happy 2022 😊
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  2469. That sounds very sweet! I never saw them growing up and none of my friends had them either, so I wonder if perhaps it’s geographical as well
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  2470. I'm glad you liked it!
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  2471. Thanks so much! 😊
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  2472. Thank you so much Cathy! You’re doing great! I’m really excited to hear more about how your wardrobe progresses 💕
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  2473. It would be a fun video to try and see also if I can avoid it getting censored/age restricted! 🤣
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  2474. Thanks so much Erica! I got some amazing and rare books on Tatar fashion history now so I’m feeling more equipped to tackle some of those projects 🥰
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  2475. Thank you so much! One of them is in Russian, and the other one is actually both in Russian and English!
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  2476. I honestly just picked a simple pattern, learned a few hand stitches, and went for it! My earliest garments had some mistakes, but in just over 2 years with a lot of practice, I can make garments I’m really happy with!
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  2477.  @holyebangz2.018  thank you! It’s definitely an incredibly useful skill. You will reach points where you want to give up, but just step away from a project for a bit and come back to it. Frustration is part of the process, but with each project you’ll learn so much more.
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  2478. Thank you! Xx
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  2479. I think that’s heavily depend on the person and also what exactly the layers are. With historical it’s a bit of a benefit to risk assessment. I’d much rather have a corset than not as one of the layers because it provides so much support that it would make me less fatigued in the heat if I’m having to run around and do things.
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  2480. Thank you! Cheers!
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  2481. Hahaha that's too funny! I was a little worried the thumbnail would get misinterpreted actually, but I couldn't think what else to put that would make sense!
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  2482. Lol that’s an incredibly accurate description! 🤣
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  2483. My pleasure! 😊
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  2484. Thank you 😊
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  2485. Спасибо!! ❤️Да, очень интересно что так и бывает. Кажется на самом деле как будто конец года 😅
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  2486. Thanks for watching! 🥰 I can understand that. Though because the whip stitches are quite dense, and also due to the fact the thread is silk, waxed, and button weight, it’s an extremely strong join and easily holds up to everyday wear, far stronger than a tack on 😊
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  2487. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  2488. Thank you!! These would be great for a summer dress! So it really depends on your fabric and how big your spaces will be. For reference, I pleated down about 75 inches of a lightweight wool into 12.5 inches of finished cartridge pleats with 0.5 inch markings like I showed in the video. Usually the way it’s done is you just start pleating a massive rectangle and fit it until it works for your size and if it’s not quite enough/too much, you can adjust by making the stack of the pleats a little less/more. Because of this you don’t have to be super accurate and they’re very forgiving. The thickness of them also will depend on what your fabric is like as some fabric has much fatter stacks.
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  2489. It's wonderful. People should be able to wear whatever they want (obviously nothing that can hurt other people), especially if it's an extension of how they feel internally, and what best fits with their identity.
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  2490. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  2491. Bloomers and drawers are the best! You should definitely make yourself a pair 😊
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  2492. I definitely understand! It’s all just underwear at the end of the day 😊 I personally like just wearing historical underwear but it might not be for everyone. I find it works better with wearing a corset too
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  2493. The closed crotch ones are comfy to sleep in! 🥰
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  2494. I use the menstrual cup, and recently I’ve gotten into making some 18th century style aprons (similar to the one Abby Cox made in her period video) 😊
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  2495. Thank you, Akyuna 😊 I was hoping it would apply to many different aspects for others, as in general these are just useful life things to be aware of.
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  2496. Thank you Jessica! 😊 I'd recommend a heavy weight wool coating perhaps, or anything that you feel is going to be warm. Pleating will help to thicken the material even more too as it'll become condensed. The closure is an antique belt buckle that I bought off eBay last year.
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  2497. Yes! Just search terms like “antique belt buckle” or “Victorian buckle” and you should find some nice options, often very affordable too 😊
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  2498. Thank you so much! My condolences again.
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  2499. They're important tools to have high quality!
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  2500. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment Jackie!
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  2501. Thank you so much! I actually am planning a video along that line, so it’s soon to come 😊
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  2502.  @KraccatiusManor  Sounds like such a fun project! I've just got the opportunity to fully decorate a new home as well, so I can empathise with some of what you're thinking about now 😊 I am no expert with historical interior design, but I have found tricks that work well for me to personalise a space. So I'll definitely throw together a video to talk about those things.
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  2503. I feel so bad for them too! In some instances it seems like they maybe had short stays, in others there doesn’t. All the information online just seems to be very conflicting too
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  2504. Thanks for sharing Catherine!
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  2505. Thanks so much! Yes! Exactly. I’ve heard that in a few different languages it’s apparently called “rimmel” 😊
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  2506. Thank so much Naomi! I release a video called "Everything I've Sewn in My First Year Sewing" a few weeks ago, where I go through showing the insides of many of the garments I've made over the course of the last year 😊 Hopefully that's sort of in line with what you're talking about. I typically will post some update photos as well on Instagram of close-ups of buttonholes and things like that!
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  2507. If you sew, you can make a similar one using Black Snail Patterns 1780s Redingote 😊
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  2508. I don’t own a modern rain coat. I never have actually, even before wearing historical fashion. If the rain isn’t a super heavy downpour, I just use my wool garments and they protect me well. If it is quite heavy, I have a vintage umbrella from the 1940s or 50s. Umbrellas to protect from rain have been around for quite a long time surprisingly. I’ve even seen one depicted in a Regency 1800s illustration. I also made an oilskin cloak which I sometimes use, the blue one featured briefly in this video when I show the various cloaks I’ve made. Oilskin is in a sense one of the OG water resistant fabrics and it works great. I have a whole video on my channel about oilskin if you search “600 year old water resistant fabric”
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  2509. It’s very true! And I guess ultimately it depends too on how one defines convenience.
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  2510. Thank you Mel! The cape is very cosy indeed and makes for a nice blanket in a pinch as well 😊
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  2511. Thank you so much Erica! 😊
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  2512. Then don’t watch it and move onto the next video. If being inclusive of all individuals is woke, then what is the alternative? Alienate a significant portion of people who also deserve to be acknowledged and treated with respect?
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  2513. So glad it’s been helpful! Happy hand sewing 😊
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  2514.  @ReinaElizondo  historical sewists doing this for a living is a great idea, thanks! YouTube definitely censors out some very ridiculous things that don’t need to be censored (and doesn’t do anything sometimes about things that actually should be censored), but some of the comments going missing might be a simple “thank you” in response, which therefore I suspect it to be more so some type of bug or glitch. I did reach out to the platform about the issue and it hasn’t been happening today yet, so hopefully something got resolved. I’m glad to hear though that you at least get the notification that I did reply and then just blame in on the platform, as I don’t want anyone to feel like their comments aren’t being seen/heard 😊 my channel is small enough still that I can respond to everyone which is one of my favourite parts of all this.
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  2515.  @ReinaElizondo  thank you! 💕
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  2516. thank you 😊
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  2517. I just naturally have the type of hair that is very thick, coarse, and grows fast, so I just use only natural products on my hair (like the egg wash I show in one of my other videos) and I don't dye my hair, rarely use heating tools, etc. A big part of it for me I think is genetic as my grandma has the same sort of hair. I'd also recommend Katherine Sewing's videos, though I haven't used many of her techniques myself, but her hair always looks lovely.
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  2518. Oh a Tudor cotton shirt sounds like so much fun! I highly recommending giving the English stitch a go for your modern skirt projects! 😊
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  2519.  @barbarawernli2741  Thanks so much Barbara! 🥰
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  2520. Thank you!! I’m sorry you had to go through the unpicking a beautiful seam process too 🥲
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  2521. I do a lot of therapy work that incorporates elements of IFS/follow the work of therapists online who are trained in IFS as well as other modalities 😊 I’m doing EMDR and emotionally-focused therapy (EFT). But I really like IFS!
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  2522. Awww so sweet. Thank you Caroline 🥰
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  2523. Ahhhh thank you so much! I really appreciate it 😊
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  2524. Thanks so much Gitta! Glad the tutorial is so easy to follow 😊
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  2525. I can definitely understand the difficulty in accessing garments and also in how people react societally. I say though to the latter point, people are going to judge regardless of what you do, so you may as well live in the way you want to. A lot of people as well get really excited over seeing historical garments and react really positively.
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  2526. 🥰🥰🥰 the Tatar language is quite similar to Turkish too!
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  2527. This community here is the best! ♥️
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  2528. Yay that's amazing, you've got this! I thought this was a beautiful unattainable technique myself for the longest time and so I avoided it, but as the title says, surprise! it's actually easy 😂
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  2529. Thank you! I drafted it myself. There are no patterns available to my knowledge for historical Tatar clothing so I’ve been researching it extensively for the past 2 years. Being able to finally draft a dress was a huge accomplishment.
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  2530. Thank you so so much for sharing that bit of knowledge! I already had the perfect red wool in my stash too 🥰
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  2531. As I mentioned in the video, this is not working class food :)
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  2532. I am so sorry you’ve been going through such a difficult time! Thank you so much for your lovely comment and keep seeking support, I promise you life is worth it ☺️ you’ve got this.
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  2533. This is so so kind of you to say, thank you so much! I feel very moved by your comments 🙂 I hope you enjoy upcoming videos. I've got some fun ones planned!
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  2534. Well this certainly was a relief to read! Lol. I guess Brittany really wanted to challenge us all, but that’s all the more fun 😊 glad you enjoyed the video! The 15th century one is going to be HARD hahaha.
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  2535. I’m so glad! Thanks for watching 😊
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  2536. Thanks Jae!! ❤️
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  2537. I do yeah! I have it in my bio on my channel that I'm interested in experimental archaeology :) Thanks! I already have an MA, but was potentially considering getting some type of archaeology degree in the future. Not sure if I have the time with running my business now though.
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  2538.  @UNknown-sd3ki  thanks for that, I’ll have to check it out. It’s interesting that the odd cleaning practices continued on through Georgian and Victorian times as well, because they had all sorts of strange methods for keeping things “clean” too lol. But I suppose without science to back theories, they really were just doing their best with the info that they had available to them
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  2539. Thank you so much! 🥰 it’s definitely such a great moment to see unbound and raw edges on antiques. I’ll go back and bind these eventually, but I think the pressure to finish every raw edge is one that can take a toll on creativity. So it’s nice to know historically that finishing stitches would be skipped if time was a constraint 😊
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  2540. I agree! So comfy!
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  2541. Glad you enjoyed it!😊
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  2542. Thank you Katherine 😊
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  2543. Welcome back Erica! It's my pleasure 😊
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  2544. Thank you so much!!
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  2545. Thanks for your comment 🥰 The last line is so true. It’s actually a good thing that garments eventually need to be let go of 😂
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  2546. Thank you!!
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  2547. Hahaha that’s amazing 🤣
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  2548. It drives me crazy too lol
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  2549. Thank you so much Lilja! 🥰
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  2550. Thank you! 🥰
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  2551. That’s awesome!!
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  2552. Thanks so much! 😊
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  2553. Very cool! Once this video was done I went down a rabbit hole of these Liberty and Co. gowns and they’re all so gorgeous
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  2554. Thank you so much Mel! It’ll be nice to just focus on sewing for a chance, as I’m also taking some time off of my other full time job. Merry Christmas 😊🍓
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  2555. Hahaha what a fun coincidence! It’s a really thought provoking course honestly. Most of Nathaniel’s videos are too I find 😊 totally agree with you about Skillshare being super valuable. Lots of amazing and unique courses on there and in a really friendly format too. I can definitely understand those frustrations! It can often feel like there are few options for ethical clothes, regardless of money, and that just sucks. Sewing your own kind of becomes the primary option. It’s great that you’re able to and are working towards a vintage/historical everyday wardrobe!
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  2556. Thanks so much for watching!
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  2557. I get my silk thread from DeVere yarns and the line is by Gutterman
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  2558. Thank you so much! 😄
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  2559. I ended up testing it with a gem tester and it’s topaz 😊
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  2560. Yeah I lived there for nearly 5 years before moving to the U.K. Akureyri is definitely especially dark haha.
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  2561. It’s definitely a practice that requires a chunk of time to carve out for! 😂 I see it as a form of meditation though. It’s something I’m very meticulously taking time to do for myself, and the practice within itself becomes soothing.
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  2562. Thank you so much! I made the wrapper I’m wearing, along with the matching belt. I used a pattern and instructions from the wrapper pattern (Laughing Moon 118), but to make a similar belt is fairly straightforward. You just measure the width and length you want, and double the width so that the belt is folded over on the long side in half. Leave one inch on each side extra for overlap with the length and then stitch it up with a layer of interfacing in the middle (I use cotton organdie). 😊 oh! And be sure to add seam allowance all the way around too.
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  2563.  @mimig.4788  my period gets a bit too light by later on in the third day, and becomes rather different than how it is the second day. Additionally, it can become a health hazard to wear menstruation products for more than 8 hours, yes even external ones, and I already did about 9 hours with the wool one. I don’t put my health at risk for videos :)
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  2564. Thanks so much! 🥰
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  2565. Many beaches in the U.K. have rocks! 😊
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  2566. I'm already in active c-PTSD treatment for many years now and have a full team of doctors and mental health professionals for support. My chronic health issues have improved greatly because of my treatments. Thanks!
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  2567.  @Pasho1  somatic experiencing is part of it :) IFS, EMDR, compassion focused therapy, emotionally-focused therapy, and somatic experiencing
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  2568. Hahahaha 😂
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  2569.  @glittery_cucumber  thank you!! It’s really amazing all the progress that has been made with reducing stigma ☺️
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  2570. I’m a fan of Linux! But yes that is indeed extremely odd lol.
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  2571. Thank you so much, Audri! I hope all your work things go well ❤️ Warm regards, Vasi
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  2572. I separated the hay bale by jumping on it and moving it around for at least 30 minutes. It was very well distributed in the end. Please read my pinned comment for more info.
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  2573. Thank you 🥰
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  2574. She’s doing so well thank you!! She can stay now and give paw which is adorable. How is Thena? 💕
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  2575. Oh no 😥 poor baby! I hope she’s okay xx
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  2576. Thanks so much Catherine! I’m really glad you enjoyed the video 🥰 I really love chenille as well. It looks so cosy. I’d love to commission a custom pair of historical shoes one day but can’t afford to unfortunately so it remains a dream 😊 I’m saving up at the moment for a new pair of boxed historical shoes because I’m desperately in need of an alternate pair, so hopefully I’ll get that soon!
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  2577. Aww thank you very much Ava! 🥰 what a kind comment.
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  2578. My pleasure!! That awesome that you also work from home. It’s definitely I think the most convenient for wearing more historical things day to day 😅
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  2579.  @shirleykanar6730  LOL 😂 mine are always quite intrigued by it to be honest, it might become a fun game for them!
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  2580. Hey, thank you so much for your comment! I just wanted to reach out and let you know that you are not alone and to please keep seeking support. I know how hard it is to feel stuck in your healing process, even when you're doing all of the 'right" things, and I'm so so sorry you're going through this. It can feel so defeating. But at some point something will shift, just please don't stop seeking support. I'm not a doctor of course so none of this is medical advice, but personally the therapies that helped me and majorly propelled my c-PTSD recovery were Internal Family Systems (IFS), EMDR, and Somatic Experiencing Therapy. There's a great book called "No Bad Parts" that is written by the person who created IFS, and there are guided exercises as well which have been very helpful to me (it's a very affordable book). There's also a wonderful Somatic Experiencing practitioner named Luis Mojica who runs Holistic Life Navigation, and he offers free somatic drop-ins through Zoom where he teaches Somatic Experiencing techniques. They're usually monthly. All of these resources have helped me a lot, but it also took finding an experienced therapist and I really connected with. All of the therapies I mentioned above have their own directories online. I'm sending you so much kindness and care ❤️
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  2581. I think you really might be on to something here! I’ve found small back stitches to be far more secure, for example, than many machine-made garments
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  2582. I love this shoe analogy for corsetry! Very accurate in my opinion. Thanks 🥰
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  2583. Thanks so much Stephanie! What would be your dream wardrobe?
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  2584. I’m so glad you’ve found a style too that feels like you! 😊
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  2585. My father is American, mother is a Volga Tatar. English isn’t my first language (but I was 2 or 3 when I learned it) and I grew up in a very multicultural household because of my heritage. I have a Q&A video on my channel where I explain some of my backstory.
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  2586. Thank you so much Rose! That’s wonderful that you’re a historical sewer 😊 happy holidays!!
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  2587. Thank you!! 😊
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  2588. I bought a dress from them some years ago, but I'm not in the US so shipping is extremely expensive. I have a corset maker in Europe who is great and makes all mine 😊
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  2589. Women wore plenty of makeup historically. All genders did actually. I also wear all organic and ethical brands (mostly small companies), not that that likely matters to you anyways. Have a good day!
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  2590. Thank you! I have one out already from a year or so ago. The main way I personally keep my skin clear though is through my diet (eating organic, avoiding processed foods). I used to have major skin challenges (cystic acne at one point even) and cutting certain foods out I was actually quite sensitive to cleared up my skin quite quickly. It was surprising actually.
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  2591. Thank you! 😊
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  2592.  @katherinemorelle7115  I suspected it was you Neartmhor 😉 it’s truly fascinating how everyone has their preferred techniques. While you love flat drafting, some individuals I know swear by draping, and it’s great that there are multiple methods to construct the same garment. I love your trick as well for how you make construction more accessible as a wheelchair user!
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  2593. I use a natural deodorant so I don’t find I get any stains actually, at least not from the deodorant. I also use a non-ammonia bleach from my local health food store as I’m sensitive to a lot of cleaning products (hydrogen peroxide can work well too as someone else here suggested) when I wash my whites to help disinfect them. Historically I think undergarments were boiled a lot to help get them clean.
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  2594.  @tishie42  thanks so much! Happy early birthday. I hope you’ll enjoy the next video 😊
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  2595. Сәлам! My grandmother is fully Tatar and I am always told I look like a copy of her 🥰 She helped to raise me too, but my family all lives in Bashkortostan. I’ve been there about 20 times 😊
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  2596. Thank you so much Steffi! Being obsessed with something I think really helps drive the "wanting to practice and make things" bit forward 😊
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  2597. Oh gosh not those toilet rugs!! Those always have grossed me out so much! Lol. We had one growing up 🤣
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  2598. It’ll definitely happen! 🥰
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  2599. I'm so, so sorry this happened to you Melissa ❤️
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  2600. Thanks for watching 😊
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  2601. I'm glad you enjoyed the video! If sewing brings you some comfort and relaxation, there's nothing weird about starting your day off with it! If anything it'll probably just put you into a good headspace to begin your day with 😊
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  2602. Welcome to the channel! 😊
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  2603. Thank you so much! 🥰 Perhaps they'll invite me to style someone one day 😂
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  2604. on one hand I also think it’s stunning, and on the other hand I feel like it could be what nightmares are made of 🤣 especially for people who are fearful of taxidermy! Not to mention of course the ethical aspect that those parakeets likely weren’t natural death 😔
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  2605. That’s so cool! It always reminds me of that breath strengthening exercise you do in training where you lay on the ground and place a book on your diaphragm and the goal is to raise the book and hold it on the breath. Did you do this one too? I would highly recommend testing out a corset boned with synthetic whalebone btw, I find it to be far, far more comfy than steel and it is more similar to what would’ve been used historically so it gives the full experience 🥰
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  2606. Thank you Natalia! I think there’s so much pressure in society with so many things, and the way in which we “should” sleep is definitely one of them, but as you express, Monophasic sleep simply isn’t suited to all people.
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  2607. Thank you Kat! Definitely give it a go, I highly recommend it 😊 I think you might find that this stitch is equally as fast as the straight stitch (when considering it finishes so many raw edges too) and it's far stronger, so double the benefit!
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  2608.  @katwitanruna  Exactly!
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  2609. Thank you! It truly is such a wonderful feeling 🥰
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  2610. Hahaha this is a great way to put it. It is quite interesting to experiment, especially with fabrics that have a tendency to shrink a tonne after washing.
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  2611.  @katwitanruna  yesss it’s super important to make creations washable. I want all of my garments to be either washable or dry cleanable at least too 😊
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  2612.  @katwitanruna  oh how cool! Thanks! I hope they bring it to the U.K. so I can use it too. I have a steamer so I suppose that’s somewhat similar!
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  2613.  @katwitanruna  thank you! 🙏🏻
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  2614. Thanks so much DesertRose! You should totally go for it. I bet whatever you make with the pattern will be lovely. It's such a fun accessory even to add with historybounding skirts 😊 ❤️
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  2615. That sounds lovely!! See you next week 😊
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  2616. Thank you for watching! 🥰
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  2617. Thank you so much! And I really appreciate the shoulder tip too 😊
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  2618. Thank you so much and welcome to the channel! 😊 I used a pattern by Laughing Moon for the wrapper (no. 118)
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  2619. Exactly, that’s likely the reason why. Plus, sadly corset content performs well. Yesterday I gained more subscribers than I ever have in the history of my channel and that’s thanks to this video. So the algorithm almost encourages us to keep making corset content lol. Thank you!! I’m getting close to being done with it 😊
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  2620. There will indeed! A few videos even 😊 the shoes was part one, but I’ll be making a few tutorials off some of the smaller sections of ensembles, some quick hand sewing day makes, and then a bigger video for the making of the gown itself.
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  2621. Thank you! I think they’ll be really fun to put together 🥰
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  2622. Awwww thank you! This is all very sweet of you to say. I’m overjoyed to hear that these videos especially bring about a sense of calm for you. I experience a fairly severe form of OCD so I can understand the importance in finding things and activities that bring peace and a moment of stillness. So I feel very honoured that you’ve found that with my art! Happy stitching with this method! I agree that it will likely making your hand sewing process so much more straightforward. Let me know how it goes 😊
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  2623.  @gildedgitta  I can imagine having PTSD comes with an entire slew of challenges. A couple of my friends have been diagnosed and so I've only really seen its impacts from an outersider's perspective. OCD and PTSD oftentimes have a lot of crossover and correlation though, as sometimes PTSD can manifest itself in the form of OCD from what I've read. I hope you have many easy days ahead where even if things arise, you'll have the space to work through it. I'm really honoured to hear that these videos bring you comfort ❤️
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  2624. Thank you so much! It’s from an Etsy milliner/dressmaker named ShopBeyondTime 😊
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  2625. My pleasure! It is one of those things I think that seems like a mystery until someone explains haha
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  2626. Thank you! It’s definitely quite a unique experience and you might just find you really like it!😊
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  2627. Thank you for watching! :)
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  2628. I love chenille 😄
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  2629. Thank you! You totally should make one. Such an important garment to own 🥰
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  2630. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  2631. Thank you so much! I have so many future plans for this series 😊
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  2632. Thank you so much! I hope that the industry can create more space for actors to speak out about these issues because so often when people do, they get black listed etc. so there needs to be a major shift in the industry all over.
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  2633.  @ellonblack4165  Thank you!! I'm really excited to release it at some point :)
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  2634. Great question! The main one is someone might feel claustrophobic in one or anxious. Another might be that someone has a medical issue that makes it so they cannot wear one. Also, it’s important to do back strengthening exercises and such and take some rest away from the corset to keep your back strong and that might not be something everyone wants to commit to 🥰
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  2635. Thank you Erica! I’m so glad you find these videos useful 😊 I definitely intend to always do both because I think it’s important to show off some of the techniques in more detail as you mention. I think it’s just that these videos generally don’t perform as well as construction videos sometimes do, at least not at first, but overtime they often gain more views as they are sort of evergreen content. I don’t mind either way so I’ll definitely keep making them as I’d rather help people learn.
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  2636. Ah very interesting!
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  2637. Thanks so much! I appreciate the feedback as well. At the time of making this video (nearly a year ago) my channel mostly only focused on British/European fashion as research is highly limited on other regions. Only recently have I begun searching more for experts outside of the scope of European fashion as my own heritage isn’t fully European and I’ve begun to put even more resources into presenting info on non-European cultures in the future. I’ll update the title 😊
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  2638. For which part specifically? I have some LUTs I use, but then adjust them to be more stylistic or balanced in DaVinci, but for some of the colour I also just grade it manually with the help of scopes to make sure minimal colour info is lost. Mainly it helps to shoot in Clog so that way there's even exposure and more colour information saved in the file.
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  2639.  @CarolineElizabethMartin  ​ Thanks so much! Clog will help a ton. Do you use DaVinci to grade your colour? I found myself feeling extremely limited with Premiere not only for colour but for editing eventually too, and so I switched to DaVinci back last summer. I find LUTs just interact so much better in DaVinci and there are far more tools to make sure your colour info is as present as possible. Also boosting saturation using their colour web tool is helpful, and then if you notice one colour group is too bright, grouping those and decreasing those. For the shots sitting in my living room in this video, for instance, I took a LUT that had quite muted colours, and then on the colour web I boosted certain groups, especially greens for instance. I felt there was too much red though, so I decreased that and just made sure everything was within the graph when checking the scopes feature. I also almost always shoot at night with a studio lighting set up, so this helps a lot for consistent lighting between shots, and then also having a UV filtre for your camera can help a lot to make it more customisable.
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  2640. Hi DesertRose! I had an OCD relapse recently so I took a week off, and I’m glad I did because I also ended up getting a cold (not the virus thankfully) and that made me bedridden for a few days, so it was some much needed time off 😊 I’m feeling so much better now though! Very awesome to hear about how this video has so many take aways for you. Also amazing that your daughter is looking deeper into dress history! I appreciate the sourdough tip too as I have a wheat intolerance but I regularly eat pure rye sourdough and this tip will come in handy 🥰 I hope you have a lovely two weeks!
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  2641. Merci!!
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  2642. It’s true! Though final results can be enjoyable, the process is what keeps you coming back to sewing I think
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  2643. Thank you Catherine 😊
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  2644. Definitely a cloak! A shift as well (all genders wore them in Britain), as they just make a great base layer for many things. A warm waistcoat for winter is also very handy as it keeps you quite insulated
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  2645. Oh completely! That is such a massive source of comfort 😊
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  2646. Love it! 🥰 I suppose not everyone wants to nerd out about historical fashion, so as much as we do and as much as we love corsets, I’m guessing not a ton actors feel the same, Though some might!
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  2647. A bunch of places! Lately I’ve been utilising a book called “Making Working Women’s Dress,” some various free digital patterns I’ve found on Etsy, and a wrapper pattern by Laughing Moon. I’ve also been sewing my ethnic Tatar historical clothing, so for that I’ve been using diagrams in reference books and just draping directly on a dress form. In the past I’ve used “The Victorian Dressmaker” books by PriorAttire and also some Black Snail patterns.
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  2648. I just checked her work out and it’s amazing omg. So whimsical. Now I know what I want prints of everywhere lol. Thanks so much for sharing!
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  2649. Great to hear from you DesertRose! I totally agree re: the versatility of something as simple as an apron or garter. I genuinely wonder how many lives have been saved by using historical clothing in clever or crafty ways in a pinch. And that’s just it. I don’t think all that much has changed when it comes to society. Though of course there have been social and technological shifts, at the end of the day we are kind of all still the same humans with similar desires for comfort, happiness, etc. I think what makes these extreme trends a bit more scary today is how they can be very life threatening or even permanent. Each person gets to choose what to do with their body of course, but if say a young girl is brainwashed into thinking that dangerous trend is exactly what she needs when she turns 18, I wonder how much of that is actually a choice. Anyways, rant done haha. Thanks for the compliments on my cameo! It’s a really funny antique Victorian one and the colours are so crazy. Bubblegum pink and colbalt blue, what a combo. I hope you get your buy your treat cameos soon! Also hope all the prep for autumn is going well. It’s been so nice to see everything thriving in the garden this time of year. Beats the hungry gap lol. See you in two weeks ❤️
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  2650. Thank you so much!! ☺️
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  2651. Thank you 🥰
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  2652. Hi! it's been a while since I posted this video so I don't completely remember what's in it 😂 Which jacket do you mean?
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  2653. Super cool! Thanks for sharing
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  2654. Yesss definitely not super uptight, though perhaps in upper classes people has to pretend to be in order to meet “societal expectation.” Who knows what upper class Victorians were like though behind closed doors.
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  2655. Thank you Lilja! The thumbnail took FOREVER 😅 so I’m glad you like it! 😊
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  2656.  @LiljaHusmo  Anything for art haha 😂
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  2657. I think that’s a wonderful way to approach building a wardrobe that will work very well for you and your needs! there are so many things in history to take inspiration from, and best of all there can be no rules, especially since in many ways this is art and gets to be a creative expression 😊
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  2658. I didn't make them :)
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  2659. Whatever was available would have been used, and in my case, hay was the most available. Roberta Gilchrist mentions in the quote I show in the video that the poorest people slept on straw or hay. I also read about the tick mattresses being filled with seaweed, brambles, etc. (not specifically in medieval times, though I’m sure it probably happened if people had access to those materials). My mattress was about 20-30cm I’d guess, the size of it just doesn’t very accurately get represented in the video.
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  2660. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  2661. Thank you for the concern! It is 100% rye though. I know the baker who makes it personally. It’s a 100% sourdough rye and it can be quite fluffy if it’s made in a specific way.
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  2662. Thanks so much! It definitely shouldn’t have to be a controversial topic, but sadly is lol. I’m trained contemporary but I have performed a lot of jazz as well 😊 my own music is very lyric-heavy and a blend of sort of electronic, orchestral/choir arrangements, and folk elements.
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  2663. Thank you! It’s true, songwriting is far more difficult than I think a lot of people give credit for. I have a music YouTube channel (linked on this channel) where I have a couple of my songs and I also have a Spotify where there are a couple songs too 😊 your music sounds very lovely!
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  2664. If you type in “18th century under petticoat tutorial” and my name on YouTube search, it will pop up 😊 if I post a link in this comment, it’ll get flagged as spam as that’s how it works. I also have a video where I show my construction process for the walking suit! Just search “1890 dark academia walking suit” and my name 😊
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  2665. Thank you Vincent 😊
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  2666. Thank you! The next one is going to be a fun one 😁
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  2667. Thank you so much!!
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  2668. I agree! I love natural wrinkles and texture in fabric too 😊
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  2669. Thank you! 😊 She lives very very very far away, so her visiting would probably be more of an annual thing 😅 (I’m in Europe, she’s in Canada haha)
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  2670. Hahaha my pleasure! You’re hilarious lol 😂 it makes you both disappear and see a flaming eye, dressmakers beware.
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  2671. Thank you Mel! The thoughts part I think is the key to it all. It’s some of the primary founding principles of mindfulness as well, which seems to be showing excellent results in the mental health field, and considering there have been monks for centuries practicing mindfulness who benefit, I don’t think there’s any surprise there haha. I’m sorry to hear about your clothing claustrophobia! It’s wonderful though that you’re able to at least making historical clothes for dolls. I’m sure they’re beautiful 😊
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  2672. Thank you very much!
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  2673. Thank you very much Margaret! I'm feeling very proud today (though tired 😊)
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  2674. Thank you so much 💕
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  2675. Not ridiculous at all! My MA in is Creative Writing, so I understand needing references from various sources. Thanks so much for your comment and I'm glad that this video is helpful 💕
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  2676. Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video. I’ve actually never seen this show or scene before so I’ll have to check it out 😊
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  2677.  @jaehaywardkent  oooo it sounds very cool! I'll definitely need to watch it.
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  2678.  @sixstringedthing  t'was indeed!
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  2679. Yesss exactly! It pushes fat up and down and alters shape (temporarily of course). I mean I guess there are some extreme corsets that definitely change waist size, but I feel we see those a lot more in modern corsetry.
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  2680. I used a pattern from reconstructing history for this one 😊
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  2681. It’s my friend’s pattern company actually! But we became friends after I started using her patterns 😊
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  2682. I can’t share links as my comment will get flagged, but if you Google “reconstructing history” the site will pop up 😊
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  2683. Thank you!! It’s antique 😊
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  2684. I am indeed! I’ve been one for 10-12 years now, something like that haha. I’m releasing a video about it in the future and I have a few songs on my music channel which I rarely post on (it’s linked to this channel page 🥰)
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  2685. Awww thanks so much Emily! Glad it made you smile 😊
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  2686.  @emilyparker4316  it’s one of the easier garments to sew I’d say especially if you choose a simpler pattern
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  2687.  @emilyparker4316  congrats!! For materials, I would suggest for Regency something lighter and more drapey as that was generally the aesthetic. So perhaps a lightweight cotton voile, lightweight linen, or perhaps a silk or a similar synthetic alternative.
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  2688.  @emilyparker4316  My pleasure! 💕
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  2689. My corsets and stays are usually made by TheBoudoirKey and my other undergarments are from various Etsy sellers. Some of them, like bum pads, are usually secondhand (replicas though not antiques). My stockings are from Penny River, Darcy clothing, or American Duchess typically 😊
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  2690. I agree! I think it can really add things to a show or movie as well, and can sometimes add in additional quirky elements that are unexpected
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  2691. They’re an amalgamation of many different teachings that I’ve learned over the years, Tonglen though of course is Tibetan Buddhist.
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  2692. Thanks so much Fi! It’s nice to see this method still used on some garments sometimes, even when as a hybrid of hand and machine work 😊
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  2693. Thanks so much Katarína! 😊
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  2694.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thank you ☺️
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  2695. Thank you Pamela! 🥰
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  2696. Hahaha, I love it! Thanks for watching 😊
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  2697. My pleasure! Typically with Georgian sleeves I will just baste the sleeve head in at the armscye and then use a back stitch to sew it secure. Then I’ll bind the raw edges of the sleeve head by creating a sleeve lining and then whip stitching the sleeve lining to the bodice lining. Hopefully that makes sense! I’m not aware of another method for doing so, though I’m sure there are other methods as garments were constructed in many different ways. Having a full lining with all finished seams like this, too, wouldn’t necessarily be something seen on tonnes of Georgian garments, as many things were left unfinished, much as in the Victorian period.
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  2698.  @BeingJenniRae  thank you so much for your absolutely beautiful comment ♥️ it really moved me! I’m so sorry that you struggle with chronic illness as well, it’s such a difficult thing to navigate sometimes. Much love to you!
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  2699. This one wouldn’t be one I’d wear in hot weather. This is a spring/autumn ensemble! I have much more gauzy linen and cotton clothes for summer 😊
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  2700. It really is! A great option for Scrabble though 😂
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  2701. Thank you!! I can see why it would be such a great replacement for garlic :) Do you ever cook with wild garlic as well?
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  2702. It’s great ☺️ I love it too!
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  2703. Thanks so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed the video. And it's so true. Not only are these skills practical, but they can also be so fulfilling mentally and teach us a lot of important life skills, like patience haha. Thank you! I actually collect antique sewing etuis, so I'll happily make a video at some point showing my collection and some of the common tools you'll find in them, as many of them have similar ones!
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  2704. Thank you so much! I had purchased elf ears originally and paints, and ordered prosthetic glue, but the prosthetic glue never arrived sadly. I suppose it was for the best because I was sewing this ensemble up until the very last minute for the reveal, so having to worry about painting elf ears as well would have been even more stress haha. Definitely so many things go into every single video, not to mention having to meet deadlines, loose some sleep, etc. lol, so I really appreciate the recognition for what goes into a single video! All the needles made me nervous in the beginning, and I still generally stab myself at least a few times during a project, but I think I just am either used to it or have a high pain tolerance and don’t notice it nearly as much, and no longer feel working around needles all the time. I did step on a sewing needle a couple months ago though and that hurt A LOT as it went deep into my foot. That’s a rare occurrence though! Lol
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  2705. A super wonderful tip, thanks Anna!
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  2706. They’re my favourite!
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  2707. So glad you enjoyed it! 🥰 it’s definitely becoming a full series now woohoo
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  2708. Thanks so much Tabitha!
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  2709. It’s true lol
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  2710. Thank you Susan! I’m glad you enjoyed ❤️ though I can’t take all the credit for the questions, as most of them were submitted by subscribers of this channel 😊
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  2711. I hope you have a successful and safe surgery! 🥰 Regarding cheap fabrics, old thrifted duvet covers can really come in handy 😊
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  2712. I did. I spent about 30 minutes jumping on and fluffing the mattress and got the hay very well distributed.
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  2713. Oh no! Sorry to scare you. I’ve found sachets to be the best thing to protect my fabric stash. I’ve been having a bit of a moth issue at the moment and because I have sachets all over my fabric, there’s been no damage to any fabric or garments
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  2714. Thanks so much! 🥰
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  2715. Thank you! 😊
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  2716.  @stevezytveld6585  thank you! English is a hard language! 😂
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  2717.  @aleciab83  thank you 😊
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  2718.  @johannageisel5390  oooo what a cool fact! Thanks so much!
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  2719.  @sydneymackenzie2136  yep! Social media is so weird on so many levels.
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  2720. Lol thank you, I was so exhausted by that point 😂
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  2721. Thanks so much for the compliments and for the warm welcome back! Initially, I hadn't totally decided if it would be a fold over collar (if it'd even work with such a thick wool) or a standing collar, so I only really determined what I wanted to do once it was sewn to the cartridge pleats. Ideally, I probably should have interlined it with a layer of horsehair canvas, but since I didn't, boning was my next solution. Some Victorian collars were boned rather than canvased, and then later on styles even had wire in them! So yeah, nothing fancy behind the reasoning, was just trying to correct a lapse of judgement really 😂 Thanks for the hair compliment! I didn't actually do anything special with it here. I just tied it into a wound bun and then pinned it a bunch, but I had my hair cut recently so it's been acting quite slippery and it came undone a bit. I think that's what made the braid look, but there's no actual braid there 😊
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  2722. No truer words have been said about the small tasks. The bonnet I'm working on is an even better example of small things taking forever... Still so much to go 😂 Thanks so much Veronica!
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  2723. It's my pleasure Mel! I'm glad this video is useful 😊
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  2724. Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  2725. Thanks so much! Would love to see the boards 💕
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  2726. Same here! But it is for many people from what I’ve heard
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  2727. So glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  2728. Me too! I do wonder if the bad smells were sensationalised at all though, as so much reported on was. I can’t imagine though that especially really popular areas smelled all that great. Happy to have plumbing 😂
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  2729. Thank you so much! I've been experimenting with self portraits lately too, so the thumbnail for this video was the result of that whilst I was grabbing some shots for the video 🥰
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  2730. Thanks so much for watching Reina 😊
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  2731. I mention this towards the end of the video 🥰
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  2732. Thanks so much! 😊 I really appreciate your comment.
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  2733. There are fully edited subtitles that can be turned on.
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  2734. Thank you so much! It’s antique from the late 1800s 😊
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  2735. Бальное платье наверно очень красивое получится 😊 Большое спасибо! Мне тоже очень нравится как получилась пряжка 💕
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  2736. Thank you for watching 🥰
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  2737. Thank you Katarína! I think this would work really well with any type of historybounding skirt or just a long linen or wool skirt in general 😊
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  2738.  @katarinadankova2949  Ahh sounds like fun! Happy sewing 😊 Thanks for watching!
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  2739. Thank you so much!! I love them too, and also what they represent 🥰
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  2740. That would be a great video release! I’d need to find historians who specialise in maternity history in those regions specifically. In this one we just focused on British primarily.
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  2741. Well that makes everything nice and confusing hahaha 😂 Too funny though! Thanks for your comment 😊
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  2742. Thanks so much! I haven’t made or worn anything pre-1700, but I did make an 1890s renaissance revival gown (I called it the Grape Gown) and that utilised some renaissance shapes and forms, so that was a fun little crossover.
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  2743. My pleasure! I definitely do recommend the "Georgian Method" as it's a super easy and intuitive way to line. The English stitch video will be out in 2-3 weeks. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  2744. Thanks so much Rose! I’m really glad you enjoy them. Happy holidays 🥰
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  2745.  @alveolate  there is already one! I’ve been using reusable products for 10 years and it started to pick up a lot of steam I’d say about a decade ago ☺️
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  2746. Thank you so much Jae! It's lovely to hear that this was one of your favourites so far 😊
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  2747. Thank you so much, Robyn! That's very kind of you to say. That's very clever of you to have the stays pattern drafted to get that perfect fit. It's wonderful to hear as well that you want to wear them most days. I definitely do recommend it if it's what your heart wants, though of course, I might be a little biased 😉 I wish you the best of luck with continuing to build up your wardrobe and crafting a collection of clothes that supports your full self-expression 😊
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  2748. Thank you for the correction 😊 I should have said “the language we’re using is gendered because we’re going to be discussing people of the past in primarily Western Europe.”
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  2749. Haven’t ever shopped with them! I get most of my corsets made by TheBoudoirKey
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  2750. Thank you! This one I didn’t make, but there’s a similar pattern for a Robe à l’Anglaise by JP Ryan 😊
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  2751. Thanks for sharing! I’ve had the same experience with wearing them on long drives and travel in general 🥰
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  2752. Thank you so much Catherine! I hope the tidying was relaxing 🥰
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  2753. It’s from 6th century CE, but based off of information from the 1st century CE. The Wikipedia link in the resources explains more.
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  2754. Very interesting! Thanks for the facts 😊
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  2755. Thanks so much Lilja!! ❤️❤️❤️
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  2756. Hahahaha 🤣
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  2757. It says straw on the MET website and I’m guessing they probably tested the composition.
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  2758. Thanks so much! 🥰 90s shoes with their square toes are definitely great for historical flips 😁 The puppy is finally starting to settle in! And is growing up very fast 😊
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  2759. very true! 😊
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  2760. So true! Thank you!
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  2761. What a cool thing to teach people in your profession! And it’s so true, diaphragmatic breath can help in so many aspects, like core strength as you say to reduce injuries, and I also find it helps a lot with mental well-being as it’s a great technique to calm the nervous system — no surprise there with its presence in methodologies like meditation and yoga. Pressing with your hands makes perfect sense! I suppose the book method could be convenient if people wanted to practice themselves at home and didn’t have someone to help them 😊
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  2762. Definitely there’s such a massive difference between the two! It’s great you have this firsthand testimony as well to see how the actors may have potentially felt. the quality of the corset and the fit (and even just it being historical I’d argue) makes a world of a difference.
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  2763. Thanks for watching Lynne! Sending you big hugs 💓
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  2764. Thanks so much Marie! Agreed about the taxidermy 😊 even if it is a very tragic practice the way it was done historically (since most of it probably wasn’t natural death)
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  2765. Awww thank you so much Rox!
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  2766. You're welcome Carolyn! Definitely such a wonderful way to reconnect with old projects and the craft and general, thanks for sharing that reminder 😊
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  2767. Thank you!! If an undergarment was worn during ancient Roman times, it would be the same type of subligaculum I made here, or something similar. It’s not certain whether the subligaculum was only worn for specific events or as regular wear.
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  2768. Thank you Nato! 😊
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  2769. Hahahaha thank you Jae! I'm so happy to hear it gave you that reaction 😊 With regards to your questions about the character, they're totally up for interpretation 😉
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  2770. It's my pleasure, and I agree!
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  2771. I’ve heard great things about the historical shop on Etsy GibsonGirlDress 😊
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  2772. Hi Nato! Welcome to the channel 😊 I hope you’re able to learn some helpful things about sewing here. There may be some patterns basics videos on YouTube that could help get you familiarised with it all.
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  2773. It was also a highly patriarchal culture where the beauty standard for women was a flattened chest. Women had so few rights in ancient Greece, so in this instance, the garment may have served for support, but also it being more intentionally restrictive wouldn't surprise me. I love the clothing of the time, but definitely not the treatment of women nor the gender-based hierarchy.
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  2774.  @claressalucas8922  that's true! But I believe that the number used to be close to 60% for some people, as clothing was so much more expensive too. some estimates I've seen have priced the corset during the late Victorian period at around $1100 converted into modern money.
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  2775. I think it was that and then a slew of other issues like corsets that don't fit, probably not the comfy short stays that would have been in line with Regency undergarments, and then the biggest issue which is that production companies like to cut costs for things that "won't be seen" even at the expense of their cast and crew's wellbeing. Lol what a funny fact about Star Trek though, thanks for that! 😂
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  2776. Thank you 😊
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  2777. Thank you! I think she does, so at least let’s me pet her belly a lot! Lol. And yes agreed, I couldn’t take them seriously with the bright green haha
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  2778. The last thing in this world I want is to live in the past.
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  2779. I can definitely understand hand finishing even machine made garments! There’s something about a hand finish that gives a garment such a beautiful and high quality feel.
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  2780. Awww! How lovely to hear that this video has helped 🥰 Thanks so much, have a lovely week!
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  2781. I spent 30 minutes jumping on the mattress and moving it around to break up the hay, it got very evenly distributed.
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  2782. I’ve occasionally thrown my more heavy duty corsets into the washing machine on a gentler setting and they survived just fine too. Yes I agree, if we are going to have fancy things, we may as well use them to their full extent. But I can understand the hesitancy and reluctance to do so.
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  2783. Awww thank you so much! I was really proud of this one after I made it I remember (it’s been probably nearly a year now) 🥰
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  2784. Undergarments are honestly surprisingly time consuming and I find sometimes they can take more time than many elements of a big ensemble like this! So I can completely understand how you’re feeling and it’s totally valid. Thanks so much for your support as always 😊 see you in two weeks! 💕
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  2785. Ah thanks so much Skirted Galleons! I always really enjoy reading your comments 😊 (And buttons really were a flex!)
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  2786. Oooo sounds lovely!! Perfect to get it out for winter. I'm sure it'll help keep you plenty warm 😊
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  2787. Thank you very much Anna 😊 what a lovely memory to have attached to berries as well!
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  2788. Thank you! :)
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  2789. Thank you so much Mel!
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  2790. Hi there! Best of luck with the making of the walking suit. I'm sure it'll turn out great! This was a couple of years ago now that I made this garment, so my memory of the construction is a bit hazy, but I seem to recall cartridge pleating that part of the skirt so that the back felt like one continuous series of cartridge pleats. It gives a very pretty effect to the skirt. Hope that helps!
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  2791. Thank you so much Kamilla! I promise that hand stitching seems more overwhelming from the outside but it gets so much easier when you’re on the inside doing the hand stitching in the moment. 🥰
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  2792. Thanks so much!
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  2793. So true! Her meditations are definitely my favourites 🥰
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  2794. Thanks so much! 🥰
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  2795. There is one! Check out Vintagebursche on YouTube!
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  2796. hope you feel better soon! :) Thanks for watching
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  2797. How cool! Thanks for sharing the story about your mum too, what a lovely and sentimental memory to hold 😊
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  2798.  @JoelleFromParis  🥰🥰🥰
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  2799. Sounds like a neat find! Based off that date range it could be a number of support garments. 1860s was crinoline, 70s first bustle, 80s second bustle, by 1890s there’d generally be a smaller bustle-like pad. The bodice would need to be dated to determine where it falls
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  2800. Thank you! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  2801. Thanks so much for sharing your experience as well Lani! 😊
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  2802. Thanks for sharing your own experience with both! I’m really glad you loved the collab 🥰
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  2803. Hahahaha my seasons are all flipped around 😂 at least it’s in line with the Southern Hemisphere I suppose! Thanks so much Alicia 😊
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  2804. Awww thank you so much Bella! That’s so sweet about handsewing your own cape ❤️ next time we see eachother we’ll both have to wear our matching capes 🥰
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  2805. Yes!! A great idea. That's what a lot of modern sewists are using oilskin for today! Various travel and outdoor hip looking trench coats and parka style coats hahaha 😊
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  2806. I don't support faux fur for this reason either. I also just don't support the modern fur trade as it is horrific. It's very different when an animal is being consumed say in regenerative agricultural practices and then all of the animal is being utilised, including the fur.
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  2807. Thank you! Kass is so wonderfully knowledgeable 😊
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  2808. Yes!! Great choice, and an added benefit that it was on sale 😊
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  2809.  @katwitanruna  I don't blame him 😊
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  2810. She just had a little bath the other day! That and she’s nearing a healthy weight now so she’s starting to fill out a little bit 🥰
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  2811. Merci! Definitely, some very fine craftsmanship went into these pieces.
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  2812. Thank you so much Joëlle ❤️
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  2813. Thank you! I do indeed. Often waxed if I’m not sewing with silk fabric and I use button weight silk thread for basically everything now because I just find it to be far more study and reliable.
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  2814. Definitely unintentional, but I'm glad! 😊
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  2815. How fascinating! I’m so sorry about the month long power cut though, and I hope everyone was okay!
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  2816. Thank you! 🥰
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  2817. This is upper class food, as I mention at the start of the video :)
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  2818.  @lisez4600  Ooooo that sounds lovely!!
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  2819. @Regg Sigg Ahhh wonderful job Regg for overcoming that barrier and going for it anyways! I'm proud of you 😊
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  2820. Absolutely! I've already used up quite a bit of it for the Swiss waist in fact 😊
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  2821.  @Carolineytch  Thanks so much Sua! And definitely agreed with the social media thing. Timers are everything.
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  2822. I have never used this technique personally, but have heard of this technique being done I believe for traditional kimonos, so I’m wondering if it was a common practice amongst various ethnic, folk, and indigenous groups. I’d be curious to see if the Tatars (my ethnic group) did this as well historically.
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  2823. Thank you 22mononoke 😊 Can’t wait time share the entire ensemble!
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  2824. Даааа очень ❤️💕
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  2825. Thank you!! My family are ethnic minorities of the Russian Federation. So very much on the side that was colonised. I think throughout all of this it’s so important for us all to bring humanity to the people of both countries. I just hope that all Russians don’t get blamed for the actions of the corrupt politicians (one in particular). Around 19% of Russian citizens are ethnic minorities actually, many of which don’t even identify as Russian ethnically, rather it’s the citizenship they hold and language they’ve had to learn. It’s such a diverse place and many Russians (everyone I know for example), whether ethnic minorities or not, don’t want war. It sucks that power hungry leaders can destroy the lives of innocents.
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  2826. Exactly! There’s often very little choice in leaders in many countries.
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  2827. Hahaha thanks Jae! Can’t wait to see all the colour you’re going to add 🥰
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  2828. I love this so much too! And thank you so much, that’s very kind 🥰
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  2829. Thanks for giving the video a shot anyways, even if your first instinct was not to click on it! 😊
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  2830. There are definitely many practical things we can learn from historical practice! I very much feel the same way about long skirts, and just wearing historical fashion in general, even though people very often think I’m only making my life more complicated, which isn’t at all the case.
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  2831. Thank you so much! I have no idea honestly as I’ve never sewn a modern garment, but I would imagine so since it’s meant to almost provide a little support and stability to the hem. Wool brush braid was often used at the very edge of the hem historically and it could often be seen from the right side. I have a very hard time finding wool brush braid in the U.K. so I rarely get to use it, but most of the antiques in my collection possess brush braid
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  2832. That's a wonderful suggestion, thanks Luala! I love this part about sewing, that there are many ways to accomplish something. So yes, it's great for curvy individuals to have more than one option, thanks to your suggestion 😊
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  2833. Thank you Pati! My partner shot all the shots I’m in, and I shot all the shots that don’t feature me. I just told him I wanted it to be like a home movie, so it really was us just going around the beach, it was a lot of fun actually. A lot of the effects I added into post because we shot it on digital. I shoot film myself, but only photography and not moving picture, which is an entirely different skill in many ways. I did indeed make the suit 😊
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  2834. So glad you enjoyed it Ash! I felt really captivated by everything Elena was saying too and had hoped others would feel the same! ❤️
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  2835. Thank you so much Mélisse! What garments have you been working on as your first ones?
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  2836. Thank you!! You too, I hope it’s a lovely one 🥰
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  2837. Thank you so much!!🥰 It grows surprisingly fast but doesn't always seem as noticeable I think because I wear it back so much!
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  2838. It’s definitely an important reminder. Many people spend their entire lives trying to achieve the facade of perfection, so each time someone reminds that we are all imperfect, it helps bring deeper understanding, compassion, solidarity to the experience of simply being a human. I wish you well!
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  2839. Transparency and telling all are very different things. There’s a way to be transparent about the things that might directly impact your audience and also maintain your privacy. It’s more of an ethical transparency I suppose. Of course this is very different than someone divulging personal topics, which is absolutely not needed unless a person wishes to share. For instance, I chose to speak about my mental health in this video. I didn’t have to but I chose to because I felt it could help a lot of people on their own journeys.
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  2840. Merci!!
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  2841. Right?! Most people want to feel comfortable in their clothes and be able to get stuff done in them lol.
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  2842. Thank you so much! I’m so glad you like it 🥰 I’ll definitely make it a rolling series! Everyone seems to love it and I really enjoy making these too.
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  2843. Thank you so much!
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  2844. I have an antique misers purse collection but I don’t use them generally, but I do have a few reticules that I use day-to-day. I also have a chatelaine which attaches at my waist and and I sometimes attach important things to that (like a watch, keys, etc).
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  2845. Thank you so much!! My eyes are all healed mostly 😊 Goodluck with your future cataract surgery as well! I’m grateful medical practices have advanced so much and that surgeries like these have become so safe and so possible!
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  2846. Thank you, Catherine! 😊
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  2847. Very cool! Brooches are definitely a wonderful option.
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  2848. Perhaps all of the above. We really don't know :)
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  2849. Thank you so much!! 🥰
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  2850.  @bittersweet3-  regency often included stays (or short stays) and sometimes a small pad was worn, but it includes far more minimal padding and corsetry than say Victorian or Georgian.
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  2851. Thanks so much DesertRose! Those all sounds like lovely ideas to tap back into that creativity and get some projects done to clear some headspace too 😊
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  2852. Thank you so much! Wearing works in progress is actually a lot of fun 🥰
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  2853. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment 😊
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  2854. @Chantel McSkimming  Awww thank you so much, that actually means a lot to me, and I definitely know where you are coming from. I am an ethnic minority myself (Tatar) so the events lately in the community have been frustrating indeed and at times disheartening. At the same time though, the historical fashion community has so many wonderful individuals, and also historical clothing can bring so much joy to so many.
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  2855. That’s so wonderful to hear! 🥰
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  2856. Yes definitely, cost per wear is a really interesting thing to think about in a contemporary context. Though, at the same time, not everyone can potentially afford to purchase items with a higher cost per wear, because some really are living paycheck to paycheck and need clothing neccesities immediately. While I do not agree with many general Victorian values, there were certainly some incredibly talented, innovative, and intelligent people.
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  2857. It turns out some of them were fitted, but yeah I think the big issue is them being worn on bare skin and perhaps fitted more short wear red carpet style than every day wear historical style.
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  2858. My hands would not have been able to crush these chickpeas honestly. They were not wanting to be squished 😂
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  2859. Thanks Lilja! And yes absolutely, especially considering how much time it used to take just to make one dress. Very few would have had the time to have separate maternity specific garments so they’d need sort of a Swiss army knife of garments that would be perfect for anything life could throw at you haha.
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  2860.  @LiljaHusmo  hahaha thank you, I feel proud of that one 😂
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  2861. Thank you!! ♥️
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  2862. Transphobes aren’t welcome on my channel 🥰 have a nice day!
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  2863. Thanks so much! And what you say is very well stated 😊
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  2864. I agree! Her creations are so lovely 😊
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  2865. Thank you so much Catherine! Hopefully, I'll be able to include her more in future videos 🥰
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  2866. I wear historical fashion every day, so I always wear them out in public. Doing chores is the same as with modern clothing. I think historical clothing is far more comfortable even. I have a video on this channel where I wore modern clothing for a week and I was not comfortable most of the week. Regarding reactions, most people don’t even notice I’m wearing historical fashion I think, especially with older period garments like Ancient Greek. I usually just get a lot of compliments or people say nothing. I forget I’m wearing historical fashion most of the time because it’s so normal to me.
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  2867. I can very much understand struggle/frustration! My greatest piece of advice would be experiment with different needles sizes, thread types, tools, etc. and see what works best for you. Just because a short needle works well for some people, doesn’t necessarily mean it will work better for you. Additionally, longer needles also have their advantages as I find they’re far better for gathering thread etc. as you can get a lot more gathers.
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  2868. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  2869. Thank you so much Geri! 😊
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  2870. Glad you enjoyed the video Carolyn! 😊
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  2871. Thanks so much Catherine for acknowledging all the hidden work 😊
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  2872. Yes indeed 😊 I’ve tried a few recipes and they can sometimes feel like stepping back into the past
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  2873. I’m so glad! 🥰🥰🥰
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  2874. Thank you! 😊
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  2875. Thanks so much! Have you watched Vintagebursche at all? I actually interviewed him for my channel a while back, and he’s a daily wearer of historical fashion and had a lot of interesting insight. We discuss the differences too between our experiences and wearing historical fashion, me being female identifying and him male. I really wish there was more representation for men’s historical fashion as well and I’m glad that I’ve recently seen more men pursuing it, regardless of the pretentiousness assumption that society so often tends to have. society assuming I’m a “modest, proper lady” drives me mad though 😂
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  2876. Social media guidelines. I explain in the pinned comment.
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  2877. My pleasure Giulia! Just be sure to do some back and core strengthening exercises, and take breaks from the corset when you need to. And speak with your doctor if you ever have any questions or concerns of course 😊
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  2878. Thank you, that’s very much appreciated 😊
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  2879. Thank you DesertRose! I drink very rarely, so it would certainly be sparkling apple juice for me as well 😊 Treadle machines are very cool! It is indeed quite interesting how many variations were made for them, and therefore shuttle styles. I actually almost made a similar decision to you when getting a hand crank. I ultimately decided to get a Singer because parts are so much easier and cheaper to find for them than anything else. I'm sure your snoods and shawl are lovely! I'm happy to hear that you also have a UFO sewing pile, I'd assume neither of us is alone in that regard!
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  2880. Thank you for such a lovely comment! ☺️
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  2881. I only reheated anything this week once! I think it was perhaps just a freak thing ☺️
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  2882. Thank you Lillian!! I really appreciate you supporting this channel and videos 😊 So this is a riding habit vest from the riding habit set from Mill Farm patterns. I took their initial vest pattern in my closest size, cut out the "mock up" from the lining fabric I was going to use, and I just kept fitting and cutting the front curve until it fit (over my bust specifically) in the way that I was happy. I'm getting into draping now, but still have a ways to go before feeling confident enough to start with my own drape to flat pattern drafting. The nice thing with a lot of historical patterns is that the drastic centre front curve allows a lot of room for modification through cutting so that no mathematical calculations are needed for adjustments. It's refreshing! I'm working on the riding jacket with reveres now from Reconstructing History to match with this entire ensemble and then it's finally done.
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  2883. Thanks! Hope you enjoyed watching 😊
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  2884. Read the pinned comment please 😊
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  2885. It was flagged up on a list of regularly demonetised words on YouTube that is user submitted and regularly updated. I didn’t want to risk in any way getting this video suppressed, so I had to play it safe even though I do not believe the word should ever be censored.
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  2886. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey but I believe she’s booked up until next year! She sends a mock-up as well first 😊
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  2887. That’s a wonderful tip, thanks so much! 😊
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  2888. Thanks so much Gildedgitta! Oooo that sounds like a very fun project! Send me an email or DM on Instagram if you need any help or support 😊Happy sewing!
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  2889. Hi! That’s because I’m wearing different structural undergarments than the photos. I don’t have a crinoline on for instance and I have less petticoats. Day to day I sometimes where crinolines, but more often I’m wearing a few stacked petticoats and some padding, which I don’t have as much of on in this video. I’ve never had problems with getting skirts caught in escalators, but I also don’t wear skirts that touch the floor nor do I wear trains, so everything is walking length.
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  2890. Thanks so much Erica! 😊
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  2891. Thanks Olga for a great response!
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  2892. Thank you for watching 😊
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  2893. Thank you! You’re a November baby! They’re paste citrine and amethyst but still so, so beautiful! And I was shocked they still have their original tags 😅
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  2894. Thanks for your comment! Agnes’s work is so beautiful and powerful 😊
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  2895. Thank you! 💕
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  2896.  @katwitanruna  ​Wow what a lucky score! The velvet and silk were about £12/metre which is pretty darn good for usual prices!
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  2897. Hi Audri, Thank you so much for your kind comment! I’m really pleased to hear that this information has proved to be especially helpful. Welcome to the channel 😊
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  2898. These are all very valid and understandable thoughts and feelings! I think that being authentic can be scary sometimes, because the reality is, you don't know how people will react to it. But at least in my experience, dressing the way I want to has not only allowed me to attract people into my life who truly deeply care about me as a person, the connections I have with people tend to be much deeper because we connect on a heart level, rather than because of appearances or some of the other social structures that are in place. Being yourself can be hard at times, but I think it's worth it because those who relate to you are drawn to you, and in those moments you can forge much more meaningful connections. The way I see it too, no matter how "regular" or "different" we are in society, someone out there somewhere will take issue with how one is. It's natural for people to judge and some people take out their judgements on others, even if unfairly. I've found though, people are generally really excited and fascinated when seeing my clothes, because they are not only conversation starters, but also something I spent so much energy and effort to create. Other creatives tend to feel really drawn towards seeing what someone else creates, even if it is walking art in the form of clothing 😊
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  2899. Definitely 😊
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  2900. I’m sorry you’ve been struggling a lot lately! I hope that the future brings more peace and joy 💕
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  2901. Thank you! 😊
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  2902.  @theglitterballlifestyle675  Hahaha I mean, 5am though, it makes sense haha. I quite enjoy your spelling though honestly 😂
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  2903. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  2904. How lovely! Thank you 😊
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  2905. Thanks Laurie! And welcome to the channel. Definitely do speak to your optometrist as they might be willing to fit some antique frames 😊 it’s a fun way to mix the past with the new too!
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  2906. You will love the Georgian method! It creates such a beautiful (and simple) finish! 😊
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  2907. Hahaha thank you much Katarína! I just wish there was a raspberry emoji 😊🍓
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  2908. My pleasure, Cora! It’s important to remember that typically the good will outweigh the bad with wearing what you want to, though the brain likes to latch on and remember the bad a lot more for some reason 😂 thank you for your kind comment! And I wish you all the best of luck with continuing to build up the courage, you can do it 😊
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  2909. Happy New Year! How lovely! I think that’s a wonderful idea 🥰
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  2910. That’s awesome! 🥰
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  2911. Thank you!! 😊
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  2912. Thank you! I just really love vegetables 😄
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  2913. No video unfortunately, but the pattern I used is from The Victorian Dressmaker 2 by Prior Attire 😊 a lot of great gridded patterns in there.
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  2914. Awwww thank you so much! 🥰 I’m so glad! It was filmed super last minute because I was seriously running out of time on this edit lol, but it all turned out okay in the end 😅 the tutorial I used to make this crown was super easy if you have some wire sitting around. I put the link to the YouTube tutorial I used in the description box 😊 it took maybe an hour to make
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  2915. I’m so glad!! 🥰 many more episodes of this series to come!
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  2916. Thanks so much Catherine! 😊
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  2917. Awww thank you, I really appreciate that 😊
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  2918. Thank you! 😊
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  2919. I have seen The Nevers and the depiction of corsetry is far more refreshing! 🥰 agreed though, 1880s and 1890s corsets are so comfy! I wear a 90s corset most days too 😊
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  2920. Да я очень согласна, они спасают!
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  2921. Thanks so much Jackie! Looking forward to creating on this channel for you all in 2022 😊
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  2922. Glad you enjoyed the video! I don’t make lace and never have, but I would guess maybe needle lace would be a good place to start? As you likely already have needles around, and as Elena says, needle lace was generally easier to show in pattern books. Just thinking out loud, but if any lacemakers would like to step in and have better suggestions, please do!
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  2923. Thank you!
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  2924.  @sixstringedthing  wow the joke blew right past me, must be running on little sleep lol
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  2925. Thank you Catherine 😊 I envisioned something simple but emotional
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  2926. Thanks so much for the sub! I’ve only released 2 episodes of this series so far, but am venturing out of Europe for future episodes, and will be sure to cover some regions in Latin American! My goal is to release an episode of this series every 3 months or so.
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  2927. My dad is a hippie and I love hippies 🤣 I think you maybe ended up on the wrong side of YouTube!
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  2928. Glad you enjoyed it! The american word is "tatting" 😊
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  2929. Awww I’m glad! And yes! Good thinking 😄
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  2930. Thank you Watson Melon! To be fair, I wouldn't know where to begin with a zipper! They seem intimidating 🙃
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  2931.  @kellysong2256  I left a thorough comment about free bleeding on another thread so I’m copy and pasting it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  2932. Thanks for watching! Since this video is pretty old now, my wardrobe has changed A LOT but some pieces I still continue to wear 😊
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  2933. This is not reenactment, it’s a fun week. I made this kirtle because I wear historical fashion every day. Read my pinned comment for more context.
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  2934. Thank you 😊
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  2935. Thank you so much! 😊
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  2936. I’m so glad you liked it! Thanks for watching. The forest aesthetic is always a lovely one 😊
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  2937. Thank you Sua 💕 I don't know why YouTube has been doing that to so many creators and channels now. Thanks for pressing the bell!
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  2938. It’s a wool tweed! They’re generally quite lightweight. I got this one on AmoThreads back when they had this batch in stock (it’s a site that sells small quantities of deadstock fabric).
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  2939.  @jma00a1  it’s my microphone magnet haha
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  2940. Thank you!! Luckily, I have the privilege to choose to wear historical fashion. Never desiring a recreation of Handmaid’s Tail, that’s for sure. I love that women have more choices today in some parts of the world (even if there’s a lot more work to be done).
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  2941. Aww thank you so much! I'll definitely think about it. I have no idea what sort of meditation I would guide, but perhaps I'll think of something that also feels authentic.
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  2942. Thank you! I 100% agree. It was so cleverly constructed, whoever designed this original pattern. It isn't often that you see darts becoming the centre piece or artistic focus of a garment, but especially in this case, it works so, so well!
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  2943. Aww thanks for your comment! It’s such a cool stitch, isn’t it? And has such an old history as well!
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  2944. The same ☺️ I usually just get dressed first thing when I wake up. Sometimes a silk robe!
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  2945. It’s true. I wonder though if people are getting tired of “that corset scene”. I would love to see an accurate corset scene, that would be so empowering.
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  2946. Thank you! :) She has dementia unfortunately, so she hasn't been able to recognise me for a few years now.
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  2947. Thank you! I know she'd definitely be very proud :) I'm sorry to hear that your great grandmother had dementia as well.
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  2948. Thank you! I hope your doll dressmaking is going well 😊
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  2949. Thank you Erica! I would say it was extremely intuitive honestly, as long as its within the seam allowance, that’s all that matters. And then you sort of just have to finesse the hem into the curve and try to get the two halves as even as possible 😊 I hope you’re well!
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  2950. That sounds like a really lovely plan! 😊 it’s so helpful to start small and grow from there
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  2951. Glad it was helpful Nichole! This is a super old video (one of the earliest on my channel actually) so I have many others to help with sewing (and more) on my channel 😊
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  2952. I wear very little makeup, and it’s all from mostly organic brands, so I’m not sure what you mean 😊
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  2953. Thank you so much! ❤️ this is my natural hair before I crimp and gel it to get it even curlier 🥰
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  2954. Thank you!! Enjoy the video 🙂
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  2955. Thank you so much! So cool that you’re an archaeologist ☺️
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  2956. That’s very true! I’ve noticed this in seeing old photos of antique garments vs. actually holding and seeing one in real life.
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  2957. Awww thank you so much! I really appreciate you saying all this. But I very much agree. Handwork connects us so directly with what it is to be human and also to love at the same time. It transforms worlds.
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  2958. Embrace the cringe! 😊
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  2959.  @mirandak7242  thank you 😊
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  2960.  @Miniver765  my pleasure! Generally, fabrics and threads really depend on personal preference, budget, and a bit of trial and error. If you would prefer to go the natural fibres route (which isn’t necessary but some prefer it) then generally linen thread and silk thread are ideal as they are the strongest. Linen thread usually has to be waxed. Silk thread is best with silk fabric and linen thread with linen and cotton fabric, though silk thread can honestly be used for any fabric as it is just incredibly strong. What types of garments do you primarily intend to sew? That’ll make a big difference as to which fabrics you select. Linens especially tend to be on the much thinner side historically, and the same consistency of linen today rarely even exists as it was historically, though it is possible to get similarly lightweight linens, especially for use with constructing undergarments.
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  2961.  @Miniver765  if natural fibres is your preferred type, then definitely linen and silk thread would be ideal for wool, linen, cotton, and silk. Cotton thread generally isn’t very strong, but it is readily available. I like to use it for basting as it’s very affordable. If you’re U.K. based, Devere yarns are some of the best I’ve found for silk thread and their prices are quite decent for silk thread 😊
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  2962. Definitely the epitome of historically adequate! 😂😊
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  2963. It definitely must have been such a shock and change! It’s kind of similar to I’d imagine what it feels like for retired folks today and computers, and growing up without any of that technology
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  2964. Hi! Thanks so much! I’m not a doctor of course, so this isn’t medical advice and so please consult with a medical practitioner if need be. Generally though if they’re hurting you it could be due to the fit being off with the construction. You could be short or long waisted and your stays might not be accommodating for that (in the past that’s the biggest thing that’s caused them to be uncomfortable for me). I get my stays made by a corset maker custom now, typically because they can sometimes take multiple tries to get a proper fit. Generally with a very bespoke fit even lacing down quite a bit shouldn’t hurt your back. They’re probably one of the harder things to sew so well done for taking on the challenge 😊
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  2965. Thank you so much 🥰 best of luck on your 40s and 50s reproductions!
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  2966. Thank you! 😊
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  2967. Thanks so much Alecia! Looking forward to sharing 😊
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  2968. The outfit is still very much in process. I'd love to own all of the jewellery, but it is incredibly difficult (and expensive) to acquire antiques of and replicas often don't have the same accuracy. That's why I mentioned the different options in the video, so that people are aware that it exists.
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  2969. Hahaha great joke 🤣 and it’s so truly! They’re strangely so connected
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  2970. I think in general this is done very often with historical military organisations. It just makes sense from a sustaining perspective (and cutting back costs).
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  2971.  @piccalillipit9211  Ah yes. I would feel like it would be a mix of convenience and saving money/sustaining an entire population, and then perhaps also some taking away a person's individuality thrown in. Typically when one's individuality is lessened, they are more law-abiding and easier to control. There were definitely decent and horrible people during all times.
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  2972. For fabric, I generally pay £12 or less per metre, including for silks and wools, so that makes the clothes i make for myself a lot more affordable. For secondhand clothes, most of my 2-3 piece historical sets were around $120.00 or less, and capelettes were around $25.00 or less. Things like the historybounding stuff I mostly got either free as hand-me-downs from people or from charity shops for £15.00 or less.
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  2973. Thanks so much! I would say the prices I mentioned above were absurdly good deals and generally prices aren’t that low, I was just able to find a lot in sales. Silk and wool fabric generally ranges around £20-40+ depending on what it is
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  2974. It's great you've had success with holistic medicine, but I personally do not think medical was better back then. Yes, pharmaceutical medicine has its flaws, like everything in life, but there is no one black and white answer here. Where I sit is that sometimes holistic medicine helps me, and other time pharmaceutical medicine does, and I am open to both. I believe pharmaceutical medicine does have its place in our world and that it does, indeed save lives. I do believe holistic medicine can help many individuals too.
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  2975. I'm not sure I understood the question 😅 For which garment?
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  2976. Thank you so much! ♥️ It’s soothing to hear that I’m not alone in putting things off until late in the day. I’m sure there are many more of us as well! 😂
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  2977. Thank you! I removed the train altogether in order to be able to dance which was my solution instead of creating the loop 😊
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  2978. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  2979. Definitely don’t take my advice as gospel though as I have no idea what your corset is made of and wouldn’t want to damage it 😊
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  2980. Aww thanks so much Jennifer! I’d take a green and alive carpet over a red carpet any day 🥰😂
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  2981. Hi Audri! Thank you so much for your beautiful comment ❤️ I really appreciate your kind words so much. Regarding the wrapper dresses, I did indeed use the same pattern for all three, it’s one by Laughing Moon (no.118). It comes with 3-4 different sleeve/collar variations so that’s why I was able to make such vastly different wrappers from the same base utilising slightly different sleeve/collar variations all available with the same pattern. It’s one of my favourite patterns honestly! I hope you’re well 🥰
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  2982. You’re making a lot of assumptions with your comment. Both can be true. I am still myself even without my clothing, but also when my clothing represents my values, my hobbies, as well as brings me tremendous joy, it can feel deeply uncomfortable when that thing doesn’t exist. Therapy also is for everyone. I’ve proudly been in therapy now for years, and have made tremendously beautiful progress in terms of my own self understanding and recovery from c-PTSD. I hear a lot of judgement in your comment without you actually knowing me, my story, what I’ve been through, or the full extent of what I feel now. This is a tiny glimpse into a part of my life that I rather vulnerable and bravely decided to share with the internet. I like every human being possess many parts and layers. Take care :)
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  2983.  @katwitanruna  I agree! I actually just made a video about this last week, explaining how good it is for all conditions hahaha.
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  2984. Just roll with it honestly! The great thing about historical clothing or historically-inspired is having a shorter waist fits the clothing very well (I have an extremely short waist myself) 😊
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  2985. I made them some years ago now so I can’t remember sadly! I think I just googled “crochet arm warmers outlander” or something like that 😊 there are a bunch of patterns online and they’re all quite simple!
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  2986. Glad you liked the video! I have been up close with some hummingbirds as a child, but they were often nice to me probably because I was carrying a feeder 🤣🥰
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  2987. ❤️❤️❤️
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  2988. well spotted! That was the influence haha
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  2989. I have heard the main way they get into homes is on thrifted or vintage clothing! So I think you're definitely on to something there. A nice solution too if you have the freezer space, is just pop your garments into the freezer for 2-3 weeks before washing or wearing them, as this will kill any eggs. Really high temps or low temps only kill the eggs. Steaming the garments thoroughly also works, I always do this now whenever I get any wool or silk just in case 😊
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  2990. If you read currently published articles on free bleeding, it is considered safe. Yes, blood of all types can spread disease, this is true, but many who free bleed will sit on towels, have it be caught by clothing, etc. Free bleeding doesn’t automatically mean unhygienic, unclean, and disease-ridden. It is also quite common for menstruating people in Indigenous communities to have a specialised area to gather during menstruation, for rest, to build community, to make things, etc. It would be very easy to just sit above rags or something to catch the free blood. This still qualifies it as free bleeding. I would highly recommend reading more about the practice as it is a diverse one.
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  2991. The thread stays fairly hidden for this one! Much more than a back stitch I find 😊 I have seen both Burnley & Trowbridge, along with the American Duchess Guide reference this stitch. It would be cool to see some extants of it! They must exist somewhere.
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  2992.  @samanthacoe9767  You definitely should try it out! Elderberry and some other recipes were used too. I think "The Toilet of Flora" explains it more in depth, or the Victorian book that I put in the links and referenced too 😊
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  2993. That’s so awesome! Congrats on starting your journey as well and thanks for your comment 😊
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  2994. Thank you, Maia! And that is so true, pockets are there when we need them (except maybe not always for contemporary clothes haha) and once we get the motivation to finally sew them! 😂
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  2995. Thanks so much Inch! I’m not a huge fan of sped up video either unless it’s time lapse, etc., but due to how the algorithm works on YouTube, I try to keep my videos down to a certain length in order to keep people engaged, etc. as they just perform much better. So because of that I often have to speed up the footage a lot in order for people to understand what’s occurring in the step but also to keep it under a certain time 😊
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  2996. Why’s that?
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  2997. Thank you so much 😊
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  2998. B is married 😂
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  2999.  @brittanybishop1067  look who it is ♥️♥️♥️
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  3000. So glad you enjoyed it Anna! Takk 😊 I’m so sorry you feel very alone in the way you dress. I felt similarly when I was in Iceland, as there just aren’t a lot of people into historical fashion I’m guessing, or perhaps none of us would speak with eachother and so we just wouldn’t know about one another.
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  3001. You totally should! It’s such a fun option and definitely a great way to add fullness to the back of a skirt, like Ragnhild has said 😊
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  3002. Ah wonderful! I’m so happy to hear it brought about some peace. Thank you for your comment 😊
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  3003.  @Gravuun  thank you so much! I am really fascinated by these topics as well, and really just any of the more practical or designated garment styles from the 18th and 19th centuries 😊
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  3004. Yes exactly!
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  3005. Aww thank you so so much for this comment! 🥰
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  3006. Thank you so much Fi! So sweet too that this would be your teenage dream gown 🥰
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  3007. Thanks so much! I did indeed, it’s a riding habit blouse and I used JP Ryan’s riding habit shirt pattern.
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  3008. It’s so fascinating right?! It’s amazing to imagine how styles would have been spread by word of mouth or from fashion house/dressmaker to fashion house/dressmaker
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  3009. Oh yeah absolutely! I’m definitely not defending the standards placed upon women in Victorian society. I truly believe in an individual’s right to choose and I don’t particularly like dogmatic systems, so women indeed put up with a lot, and in many places still do today.
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  3010.  @taniavafeiadou4420  100% agreed 😊
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  3011. Hahaha thank you so much! I grew up watching treasure planet, so perhaps I had some subconscious influence and didn’t realise 😂
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  3012. Awww how lovely, it's been really wonderful hearing how many viewers of this channel seem to have personal, often sentimental stories, about the hem marker. Much like yours 😊 Thanks for sharing. Having a friend with similar measurements is a great idea definitely. My friend would have to be short 😂
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  3013. Thank you!! 🥰❤️
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  3014. Thank you so much! Glad explaining the process was helpful 🥰
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  3015. Hahahaha 🤣 wonderful pun! Thank you so much 🥰
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  3016. Thanks for your feedback 🥰 I’ll try and take it into account for future videos (and some things I have already shifted in newer content as this sewing stitches video is the third video I released on this channel nearly two years ago so a lot of my set up has changed as I’ve been able to get more gear etc.) ❤️
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  3017.  @ZasukiJean  both pronunciations of menstruation are correct and documented by Oxford Dictionary. I have an amalgamation accent so some things I pronounce more American, and other things more British due to my past history. All the best! https://english.stackexchange.com/questions/606550/is-the-u-in-menstruation-fading-away#:~:text=The%20Oxford%20English%20Dictionary%20records,only%20an%20%2Fe%C9%AA%2F%20sound.
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  3018. Hæ hæ, I did indeed live there for nearly 5 years. Ég tala íslensku ennþá en gleymdi mikið 😞 I’d love to do something on Icelandic dress but unfortunately just don’t know much about it aside from what I’ve seen whilst living there.
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  3019. Thanks for your comment Nato 😊
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  3020. Thank you 😊
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  3021. Awww happy graduation! ❤️
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  3022. Thank you very much Mel! 😊 I think my grandmother is very proud (she’s the long-time sewer in my family)
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  3023. That’s true 😊
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  3024. thank you so much!
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  3025.  @LiljaHusmo  awww oh no! Our good friends usually bake our rye loaves for us, I can try and get some tips and PM you with them haha
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  3026. Thanks so much Naomi! ❤️ It's definitely important to remember to create art and things that bring us joy 😊
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  3027. Thank you!! Being a one-person production company is hard sometimes but at least it forces you to have to develop a lot of skills ☺️
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  3028. All genders can wear many of these and there are many more masculine choices historically too 😊
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  3029. Thank you!
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  3030. Thanks so much! I’ll definitely be going more global with the series soon 🥰
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  3031. Thank you Catherine! I think you worded everything very well and respectfully 🥰❤️
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  3032. Hi! Thanks so much! As for where to start, I can definitely understand that it feels so overwhelming. My recommendation would be to find a commercial historical pattern (Truly Victorian, Black Snail, Laughing Moon, Past Patterns, Reconstructing History are all some of my personal favourites, though I must disclose I am friends with the owner of Reconstructing History but my opinion is my own 😊) and then from there follow their instructions. They’re going to generally give the historical construction methods because that’s part of the pattern typically. If you’re just starting out too, I’d recommend completing a few simple foundational projects like a chemise, corset cover, and other undergarments (that aren’t corsetry) to get used to some of the methods and techniques, again utilising some commercial patterns. Once you have a feel for the process, you’ll then be able to move on to self drafting, or transferring patterns from grids, etc. and you’ll know which steps to take because you’ll learn the general process and notice similarities. I hope that helps! That’s at least the way I learned how to make historical garments. And then also I’ve looked at some antiques which helps because you can see how dressmakers constructed them historically, but that first takes some prior experience which commercial patterns can offer
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  3033. Thank you 😊
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  3034. That’s awesome! Thanks for watching and welcome to the channel!
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  3035. Exactly!
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  3036. Thanks so much Mel! Your dolls would look absolutely lovely in a cloak I’m sure 😊
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  3037. Thank you Carolyn! 😊 they’re definitely just great for mid-Victorian skirts and add so much more depth to them I’ve found. And yep, keeping them even won’t be a problem at all using this method🥰
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  3038. So a video essentially all about the reticule and what they look like?
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  3039. None of them cover that actually, so thank you for the fresh suggestion 😊
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  3040. This is upperclass food. I state that in the beginning of the video and the pinned comment.
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  3041. The struggle is real! Haha. I get asked a lot if I’m Amish too 😂
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  3042. Thank you! That’s so beautiful to hear ❤️
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  3043. Everyone is a hypocrite to some extent because no human is perfect. That's why we just do our best and do what we can. Most of all, big corporations need to be held accountable for their actions against the environment, more so than the consumer (though a consumer can do what they can to be mindful of consumption). Take care :)
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  3044. Definitely chaotic good! 😂 thank you so much for sharing your thoughts!
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  3045. Thanks Sua! I felt it was time to finally feature it and explain more 😊
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  3046. April showers bring May flowers!! 😂
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  3047. Thank you!! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  3048. Thanks so much Reina! I took a chance on the silk not really knowing what it'd be like in real life, but it was a pleasant surprise! 😊
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  3049. Thanks so much! I make most of my clothes now but before I generally would find sellers on Etsy and through historical reenactment Facebook groups as people are often reselling their old garments 😊
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  3050. The conspiracy of the century! 😂
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  3051. Ahhh that’s so amazing! Happy cloak making 🥰 I think choosing a water resistant material is a lovely idea, especially with spring being here
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  3052. Hi Anna! Thank you for your comment 😊 It's lovely to hear you have such an interest in historical clothing. American Duchess is a historical shoe replica company, and they also sell a couple of sewing guide books. They're a great resource. Another place where you can find historical clothing is on Etsy. One of my favourite shops from the US is one called TreadleTreasures (on Etsy) and another great one is Lynnesewingcorner. In general, Etsy is a great place to find all things made by other historical dressmakers/sewists.
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  3053. Thank you very much for the compliments and for bringing this up Mélisse! I am really glad that you are taking it as an inspiration instead, as it was definitely never my intention to make anyone feel like they aren't doing enough along their own sewing journeys. Rather, I just wanted to show people that it just takes practice and time. I am not a sewing talent. I wasn't taught by any special teachers. The only way I've managed to make anything wearable is just by picking up the needle and thread and failing one hundred times and then continuing to pick up the needle and thread again. And that's absolutely what I want to portray to others in this video, that sewing is a process of constant learning, and trying, and practice. That it is a skill anyone can learn (if of course they're physically or financially able to). I also wanted to portray how incredibly imperfect all of my projects are, and how that's what I love about them, so that others may love their imperfect projects too 😊
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  3054. Thank you Judith!
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  3055. There are similar swimsuits today for various people who choose to wear modest dress. They tend to just be made from modern synthetics like stretch materials 😊
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  3056. Thanks for your comment Marie! I’m glad it was helpful. Cleaning them is actually supremely easy if they are made from cotton or linen (silk is a different story), so I’m not sure that it would be enough material to fill up a whole video. Of course follow the care instructions from your corsetmaker (if it’s been made by one) over the advice I give here, but what I do is: Fill up a bathtub with cold/mildly lukewarm water and a small amount of mild detergent (I use Ecover for wools and silks). Remove the laces. Then place your corset into the mixture and let it sit for a while and soak (30 mins-1 hour will do the trick). Use a cloth to work on any stains or spots that need extra attention whilst it is in the water. Then finally once it’s clean, take it out of the water and shake out a little of the water and hang the corset to dry (on a towel rack for instance) until it’s dry and ready to wear! With silk corsets, it’s better to spot clean them (depending on what type of silk it is) but perhaps some of them can be washed as well. It just really depends on the corset.
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  3057. The first time I was catcalled I was 11, by a grown man, so your argument is completely false.
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  3058.  @cadileigh9948  Thank you. I am Welsh by marriage, so we are on the same side. Blessings.
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  3059. What an awesome idea for a video game! It’d be super niche, but amazing!!
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  3060. Thank you! 😊The Singer is a 15K hand crank machine I believe, from the 1930s. I'd recommend getting a slightly younger one (from the 21st century for example) as it's easier to find parts. I don't have a ton of experience with the machine, as I just hand sew my own clothes, but it comes in handy for things like household linens (hemming curtains, pillow cases, etc.) and also apparently it can sew through leather which is pretty awesome!
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  3061. I've always put in more than one piece as it's meant to handle a load of laundry, but again, not professional advice and I'm not liable 😊
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  3062. It sounds like you may be speaking from personal experience here Catherine? 😂 But yes, all great tips! Thanks 😊
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  3063. Hahahaha yes! That would be intense. I would like to quilt a petticoat myself at some point though. It’d be a lot of fun
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  3064. Hey DesertRose! Sorry for the response delay, I went on a short holiday 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed the video!! YouTube can be really strange these days for video notifications unfortunately. Very few views, in fact, come from subscribers being notified. It’s odd! I think your Walmart idea is a great one, and definitely could help to build up that confidence. I really appreciate you sharing your other stories and wisdom as well. See you in two weeks 😊❤️
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  3065. Thank you so much! You’re too sweet 🥰
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  3066. Merci!!
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  3067. You’re the second person to mention they’d like to see a review of this show, so I’ll add it to my video ideas list for when a new season comes out 😊 thank you!
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  3068. Sounds so delicious! ☺️
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  3069. Woohoo! Nothing quite like learning about two underrepresented areas of fashion in one!! ❤️ And Lilja’s channel is really one of the best!
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  3070. Speedrun for speedrun? Lol. But in all seriousness, thank you very much 😊 I’ve got a new video coming out tomorrow and I hope you’ll enjoy it just as much as the others!
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  3071. Thank you!! 😊
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  3072. Thank you!!
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  3073. Thanks so much DesertRose! 💕I love your idea about using them for the kirtle overdress. I find them to be fairly practical as well, as long as you keep the skirt length manageable. I find that’s the main time when historical clothes become very impractical haha.
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  3074. Awww thank you!! 😊
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  3075. ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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  3076. Hey Amber!! Thanks so much 🥰 I’m not sure how much longer I can keep up with the fruit theme, but I do have some other fun nature-inspired themes planned for later in the year 😁
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  3077. Aww welcome to the channel! I hope you enjoy all the videos 🥰
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  3078. Thank you 😊
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  3079. Hehehe thank you 😅 she deserves all of them because of how sweet she is! Lol
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  3080. I'm half-American. Regardless, judging people off of some arbitrary border is silly.
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  3081. Aww thank you for your support :)
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  3082. So glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  3083. Thanks so much Mel 😊 it sounds like you have very relaxing mornings!
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  3084. Thank you so much! And I think you're very right. Sometimes it feels like there might be more to lose if things don't work out as planned (and I mean, let's face it, life rarely turns out as planned). So I think letting go and surrendering into the process and not having expectations about how the end result will be is key! Just being along for the journey and taking it as it shows up :)
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  3085. Lol exactly!
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  3086. Thank you so much!
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  3087. Спасибо большое ))
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  3088.  @hannakirillovskaya  Ой чудесно, большое спасибо)) Я тоже очень рада с вами поболтаться )) очень рада тоже что сделала ваши день)
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  3089. I’d suggest Vintagebursche 😊
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  3090. I’m so glad you’re going to give them a go! I think you’ll love them honestly and after a couple rounds of practicing, they’ll become very intuitive 🥰
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  3091. Lol 😂 thank you so much!
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  3092. Thank you very much Lara 😊
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  3093. Thanks so much Cathy for sharing your preferred marking methods!
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  3094. Yep, sadly you're very right. Vs. historical corsets which were more about achieving a foundational silhouette that could allow any body size to shine.
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  3095. Thank you for watching!
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  3096. Thank you so much!! 😊
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  3097. You were one of the people that was meant to leave at 5:05.
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  3098. Mariah Pattie is awesome, thanks for mentioning her in the comments! I've seen one of her historybounding capsule wardrobe videos and it was highly educational.
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  3099. I’m a pretty active person ☺️
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  3100. Wow, very interesting. Pretty brutal punishment, but I guess you don’t mess with Queen Elizabeth.
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  3101. You've got this Jessica! What are you currently using to trace off patterns? I use Swedish tracing paper most of the time and absolutely love it.
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  3102.  @jessicabey275  ​ Good to know! You might find baking wax paper to work well too! with a sharpie or permanent marker though.
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  3103. Thank you! So glad you like them Catherine 🥰
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  3104.  @sabrinakamuf5628  I bought the dress from a dressmaker going out of business, so I’m not sure what pattern they used, but it’s a classic Robe à l’Anglaise worn Retroussé (sometimes referred to by some pattern companies as a Polonaise gown) and I think American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking has a pattern for one, though I can’t fully recall. I hope that helps!
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  3105. This is great to hear, thank you!
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  3106. Thank you so much ❤️
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  3107. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  3108. Thank you very much DesertRose! 💕 Definitely make the Swiss waist, it's such a nice accessory to have and very versatile. I am actually using a thimble in most of the video, just a few shots where I went from pinning to sewing and forgot to put the thimble back on, whoops 😅 I mainly just have a tendency to push the needle through with the thimble when it's a struggle to get it through without one, so it's kind of there when I need it ready to go 😊 Wishing you a safe and prosperous New Year!!
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  3109. Hahahaha i think I know how you found my channel! ☺️
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  3110. Thank you so much! 💕
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  3111. I think the fallen hair works with Enola’s mother’s and Enola’s characters in this film, since they’re so wild and free, but it does definitely irk me a bit too when I see hair down in films that are trying extremely hard to be as historically accurate as possible, and then hair is hatless or not put up at all in most of the scenes. It seems like a simple way to really immerse viewers in that world a little bit more. There’s nothing wrong, of course, with historical inaccuracy but if a film’s entire intention is to be as historically accurate as possible, it just seems like a simple change to put hair into updos.
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  3112. I personally will machine wash my wools on a specific "wool" machine setting and cold water, with a wool-friendly detergent. I always do a little swatch test prior to washing my fabrics this way to make sure it'll be okay. Haven't had any issues personally, but of course I can only speak for my own experiences, as every fabric is different.
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  3113. Historically people didn’t wear modern underwear as we know it today. Most undergarments are split crotch. so you just shift fabric around, hike up your skirts, and go. Far easier than in modern clothes
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  3114. Thank you so much for your kind words Vanessa! I really appreciate your comment 😊 do you feel like you’d be able to get away with some historybounding elements? I feel like sometimes that can be a nice way to get away with historical-ish things when working somewhere with more of a strict dress code.
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  3115. Yes!! Very good point 😊
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  3116. Thank you so much Rachael! It’s totally understandable that you feel like that sometimes, especially with the way contemporary society makes us feel, as if we all aren’t enough and we need to fix something. It’s so wonderful to hear that you are embracing who you are for you, because honestly, screw conventional size and beauty. I feel like it’s just an illusion anyways and is based so much on subjective experience and also what’s trending at the time. I think you’re absolutely beautiful! 😊
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  3117. That’s very true! I’d say having this little community goes a very long way. It’s my pleasure, thank you for watching 💕
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  3118. Thank you!! 😊 I did use an iron on the fabric and to press the seam allowances. It's just one of those super easy to wrinkle linens so the ironing didn't hold all that well by the end of the filming and construction process hahaha 😂
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  3119. Water 😊 I rarely drink alcohol.
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  3120. Thank you so much! I'm so sorry that you aren't able to know that information. It's so sad what has been lost to history, especially the preciousness of family heirlooms and information 😔
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  3121. Thank you! 😊
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  3122. Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Do you mean other 18th century petticoat tutorials or more 19th century? This tutorial would actually be almost the same as making a pleated 18th-century outer petticoat (or some people just call it a skirt), except the hem would be longer, the skirt would be made up of 2 panels and would be pleated with the entire width of the fabric on the front and back, and it would have two side seams with two slit openings and two sets of ties.
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  3123. Thank you!!
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  3124. Many more coming! There’s also a playlist in the pinned comment with the 4 other episodes in this series 😊
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  3125. Thanks so much DesertRose! 🥰 I have seen the running back stitch a bunch, but I always worry it won’t be sturdy enough for regular day-to-day wear, so I always just do very strong back stitches, just in case 😂 thank you for mentioning it though! See you in two weeks 💕
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  3126. So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  3127. It’s great you’ve had such a positive experience with corsetry as well whilst singing! It feels often reminiscent of that book breath strengthening exercise often done in training. I’m not opera trained, but it was an exercise we did in my contemporary training. The corset really does feel so supportive and reminds you also to breathe.
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  3128. Hahaha thank you for making me feel better about it! This is my first spring having a pet in my entire life, so I’m still getting used to the fur on fabric thing 😂
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  3129. Yeah I have noticed that challenge with it as well. In general too, repairing and altering stretch fabrics can be a pain from what I’ve heard. It’s tricky though because often times those who have no other choice but to wear fast fashion, will come up with clever ways to repair it, but it can’t be an easy task because of the challenges you mention.
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  3130. That’s awesome to hear!! I’ve been Tibetan Buddhist most of my life, so it’s one of my favourite practices and can be applied in so many ways. It’s so simple too.
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  3131. It’s beautiful right?! It was really common in the 18th and 19th centuries, but it’s been around since the Middle Ages!
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  3132. Thanks so much Caroline! ❤
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  3133. Thank you! I work remotely 😊 but I live a fairly active lifestyle so the wrappers are great for that.
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  3134. I either use my settee or just an antique dressing chair, which sits in my sewing room.
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  3135. Thank you!! I hope you have a lot of fun as well diving deeper into 15th century garments 😊
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  3136. It’s super bizarre! And often just horribly sad. But I suppose it’s important for us to remember this part of history so we don’t repeat it.
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  3137. Thank you so much Sarah! 😊
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  3138. It's all a part of fashion :)
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  3139. That’s wonderful to hear how much meditation has helped you 🥰 Thank you so much for noticing that subtle detail of my colour grading too. I was hoping someone would! It was a fun effect to build.
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  3140. I have a video linked at the end of this one that shows my hair care routine but I wash with raw egg and an apple cider vinegar rinse every 2 weeks and if I need a wash in between I use Ethique shampoo and cowash bars for curly hair.
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  3141. Apparently wearing hummingbirds is illegal in a lot of places (or just owning bird parts in general) so yes a recreation of them with plaster or something would be awesome!😊
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  3142. Read my pinned comment. Have a nice day!
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  3143.  @lisez4600  thanks! Happy sewing 😊
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  3144.  @wcwparts8314  Aww lovely! Happy sewing!
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  3145.  @SensiblyTina  wow that’s amazing, congrats!
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  3146. Thank you!! :)
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  3147. Um interesting comment to get 😂
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  3148. My guess is they'd just naturally wake up, since they'd likely be doing so their entire lives.
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  3149. I live in Europe and buy organic extra virgin olive oil. It's definitely real.
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  3150. Thank you so much! That’s the best compliment 😊
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  3151. They're leather sandals handmade in Greece. I got them off of Etsy from a maker.
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  3152. Thank you so much!!
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  3153. Thanks a bunch for your reply! I can definitely understand appreciating sewing without it being for you 😊 that’s the great thing about art is it can be appreciated without being done
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  3154. Thank you so much!
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  3155. Thanks for sharing your experience as well! It’s nice to know there are others out there with this sensitivity too 😊 I think on some occasion synthetics can have their place (like in winter for individuals who have allergies to wool, synthetics are often the only options) but in general our world could do with far fewer synthetic options, just for the health of our planet alone
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  3156. Thank you Elinor! Definitely, for Victorian it’d be simple but not by modern standards hahaha. Especially not with the popularisation of minimalism and such today 😊 I’m glad you enjoyed the video so much! It is buckram and shirring. Shirring can also be used for bodices and it produces such a pretty effect!
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  3157. Thank you so much Catherine! I’m happy to hear your own bonnet also took longer than anticipated. Perhaps it isn’t just me then haha. I’m glad as well that it worked for its intended purpose 😊
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  3158. I think you’re very right about that!
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  3159. Firstly, this is extremely poor advice. There is nothing wrong with taking medication and it can greatly improve the quality of life for many. Secondly, I don’t take medication (PTSD is notoriously super hard to treat long term for many with medication so this was the decision I made for myself along with my doctor). There are a lot of things wrong about your comment and I highly recommend educating yourself better on the realities of mental health struggles.
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  3160. The tambour hook is definitely used in a lot of Tatar garments by the late 19th century, I just believe the original technique for the orpaek specifically was done with a needle and thread, so I chose that one for this specific project 😊
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  3161. Thank you!! ❤️ much appreciated 😊
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  3162. That’s me 😊 I commissioned a friend to crochet it for me and she made up the pattern, but it’s called a snood and I believe there are some similar patterns for sale on sites like Etsy.
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  3163. Awww I was hoping it wouldn’t cause people to feel bad about their own progress because how ever much you sewed this year is truly enough! It’s a very personal process anyways and whatever feels best to you is right for you 🥰
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  3164. Sorry Katja! I responded to this comment, but it seems to not have posted. That's amazing that you only get positive comments so far! Do you think it has to do with the clothes being modern, as then they are more familiar to people? Vs. how it might be for someone wearing something more archaic and therefore unfamiliar. I'm sure your outfits are absolutely gorgeous!
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  3165. Oh that’s your account as well, amazing thanks! I will give it a subscribe 😊 that’s so lovely to hear it’s been positive. Over all, I’ve had quite positive reactions, just occasionally ones of people laughing or making fun of it, which I actually find to be more humorous than anything.
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  3166. Thanks for watching Neve 😊
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  3167. So glad you enjoyed the video! ❤️
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  3168. Thank you 😊
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  3169. I find I can’t tolerate cow’s dairy, but goat, sheep, buffalo milk is okay. Perhaps it might be the same for you? Also if wheat is your sensitivity versus gluten, 100% rye bread is very delicious and can be bought all over the U.K. (I’m UK-based as well). Great to hear that other video was helpful! I’d also suggest looking into soapnuts. They’re a plant that contain saponins so they act as soap and can be used for laundry etc, it’s pretty cool actually.
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  3170. That sounds like such an awesome flour, I’ll have to look into it as well, thanks! As for soapnuts, the U.K. brand EcoZone sells them 😊
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  3171. Thank you, Amber! Happy sewing as well 😄 the sleeves were my least favourite part (pretty much everyone dislikes sleeves anyways, don’t they? 😂) I’m very excited for you to see the grand reveal in a couple of weeks!
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  3172. Same! but it's sad that they'd have to in the first place, especially since some of the corsetry was definitely made custom but just probably designed more for red carpet 3-6 hour wear and not for daily, all-day comfort.
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  3173. It’s generally the same or similar for all time periods historically
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  3174. Merci!
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  3175. Hahaha thanks for watching then anyways! 😊
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  3176. Yes it’s super sad 😞 poor babies
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  3177. Yeah! It definitely makes sense why some sleeve shapes have gone away. Though even bishop sleeves can be rolled up when working. From what I read, the working classes tended to prefer bishop over pagoda sleeves because they were far easier to roll up. But it's a shape that would have to be accommodated for, so a straight sleeve is far more straight forward (no pun intended lol)
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  3178. Woohoo! Wheat free club!
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  3179. Awww that's very kind of you to make her a skirt, and hand-sewn no less! For any main garment seams, I would highly recommend a backstitch, as it is one of the strongest seams and is often even stronger than a machine stitch. I teach it in the 7 essential sewing stitches video on my channel. What sort of skirt do you plan to make her this time around?
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  3180. I don’t think we should blame the actors though. Chances are if they say something they get called difficult to work with or even blacklisted completely. So many are afraid to speak out if they don’t agree with the costume or even feel uncomfortable.
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  3181. Do I need it? I have both of those, but chose not to wear them, because it’s my style 😊
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  3182. Thank you!! :)
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  3183. Thank you so much for such a lovely comment!
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  3184. Thank you so much! It was a bit nerve wracking to think on the spot about them like that hahaha. Perhaps we will need to revise the point system for future centuries!
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  3185. Thank you so much! This is such a moving comment to read! 🥰
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  3186. Definitely such fascinating items! It’s funny how much fashion recycles itself hahaha
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  3187. Thank you so much! 🥰 I knew I needed to do my best to fulfil the vision I had in my head for the reveal haha
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  3188. Yes definitely could be! During the Victorian era it was often the more exotic the bird the more desired as it was probably somewhat a symbol of status/wealth. Still a very sad practice though as it absolutely destroyed the populations of many species 😞
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  3189. Thank you for your appreciative comment Erica! 😊
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  3190. Aww thanks for adding it to your playlist! Something about hand finishing seams really does make the garment feel so lovingly made and high quality 🥰
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  3191. I’m so glad it was helpful! The stomacher and Norwegian fashion potential connection sounds interesting. I can ask my friend that knows a lot about Norwegian fashion and perhaps she’d have an answer 😊
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  3192. So I spoke with my friend and she mentioned that Norwegian fashions were influenced by whatever European fashions were popular with the local customs applied. The Norwegian clothing from 18th-19th century known as folk clothing was designed to be easily alterable, so some bunads may have had a loose stomacher to make that purpose easier.
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  3193. I'm not gluten intolerant, rather more so wheat intolerant. I'm not completely sure which proteins in gluten are the culprit (since gluten isn't just one protein). I've been able to introduce einkorn (a type of ancient wheat) into my diet recently, but haven't had success with spelt. Rye and barley have been fine for me for quite a while.
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  3194. No nothing that has been edited. Just the camera is facing me across the table, versus being over my shoulder, which changes the perspective.
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  3195. It’s the best for a hot humid climate. I would recommend a summer weight wool though as it’s far more suitable for hot weather 😊
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  3196. Awww thank you so much for supporting me since the start! How honoured I feel too that you’re sharing these videos with your students. Much appreciated 🥰
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  3197. Thank you! I’m wishing you all the best, you’ve got this 🥰
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  3198. Thank you so so much! I hope you had lots of fun sketching 😊
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  3199. I think it’s just the way people tend to think of them in a modern context. In most photos of modern corsetry, it’s always against bare skin, same with on red carpets, etc which I think leads to a perpetuation of that narrative.
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  3200. 🥰🥰🥰
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  3201. They definitely have their draw backs, but I’ve found them to be far less significant than the drawbacks I personally experience with synthetics. I think too that’s because I also am not striving so much for convenience with my wardrobe but rather for meaningful connection with my clothes. Checking and protecting my clothes from moths is kind of a part of that connection for me 😊
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  3202. Sure thing! I've linked it in the description box of this video 😊
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  3203.  @mayamoonae8998  happy sewing! 🥰
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  3204. In the 2 cookbooks I used, there’s a link in the description box and pinned comment 😊
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  3205. I make historical menstrual aprons (based off an 18th century design), and then also using menstrual cups. By the 19th century, sanitary belts already existed and were used by many.
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  3206. Awww this is so lovely Emily! Thanks so much for your comment.
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  3207. There are definitely more to come!
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  3208. Organic rye flour sounds really fascinating! Do you use ACV too or a different type? Hahaha thank you, I feel very prepared for the apocalypse with my hair care routine 😂
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  3209. Hahaha are you a night owl too? 😊 I wanted the thumbnail to hopefully confuse people a little bit 😉 Hats are amazing though too. I remember really enjoying that video Karolina released. Lol is brown a trend colour right now? That's very funny. As you probably could guess, I am so incredibly unaware of contemporary clothing trends, so it's funny to hear that perhaps somehow I'm matching the major fashion runways 😂 Hahaha welcome to The Muffia! Yes, Uni would be PERFECT for a quick nap on a hand muff. It would definitely be a bit challenging to hold hands with your bf. Though if you don't mind looking funny, I think it's doable lol.
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  3210.  @patim7902  I can relate to the mind before more active at night thing 😊 I hope all your sewing goes well and you get some fun projects done!
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  3211. Thanks so much Catherine 😊
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  3212. Thanks so much Catherine 😊
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  3213. So glad it's helpful!
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  3214. Check out Vintagebursche! 😊
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  3215. Hey sixstringedthing! Thank you so much for watching and for the comments 😊 your other comment went away for some reason before I had a chance to respond, but I agree that Tom has a ton of style and is very knowledgeable. It’s lovely to hear that you’re getting more drawn into historybounding!
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  3216. Ahhhhh! That explains the mysterious disappearance 😊
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  3217.  @sixstringedthing  thank you!! Be safe and well too 😊
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  3218. Thank you so much for your lovely and moving comment! I love that you're taking inspiration from these historical clothing techniques and applying them to your own life and wardrobe.
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  3219. Thanks so much Kim! I’m glad you’re enjoying the videos. I’d rather not say where in the U.K. I am, just for privacy reasons as I don’t disclose this online, but Yorkshire is really lovely and I know a few people from around that area 😊
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  3220. Not diabetic, just have a wheat sensitivity :)
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  3221. Thanks so much DesertRose! And thanks for sharing your own cloak-making experience 😊
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  3222. I have yes! I have a video called “Telling You the Truth” where I talk about my whole mental health journey. I’ve been in treatment for c-PTSD and finally getting the right diagnosis as well as the proper therapy for it (emdr and somatic experiencing therapy) is what changed things for me drastically, as before then I was in talk therapy for about 5 years without a lot of improvement (talk therapy works for a lot of people but due to the nature of how my brain processes things and c-PTSD in general, it didn’t work that well for me).
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  3223. I'm so sorry for your loss 💕
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  3224.  @emilyparker4316  It does help heal definitely. Be gentle with yourself during the grieving process 💕
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  3225. That’s so wonderful to hear! Thanks for sharing Emily 💕
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  3226. Thank you Catherine! It’s much appreciated 😊
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  3227. I love food! Especially wholesome food that makes my body feel good 😊 that’s beautiful that it inspired you to make a meal, how lovely! Thanks
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  3228. sounds delicious!!
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  3229. Well, yeah, that’s because I’m an Edutainment channel. I’m not a vlogger.
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  3230. I love hearing about all the ways that you incorporate historical elements into your day-to-day life! Re: the stay wearing for scoliosis, definitely be sure to check in with your doctor or medical practitioner regularly about it (which I'm sure you already know). It definitely does help some people, but I just feel like it would be irresponsible of me to not say please check with your doctor. I wear my corsets/stays for back pain, but I don't have scoliosis or anything, just usual aches and pains from sitting a lot at a computer/sewing. They've helped me a ton. I hope that it can be of help for you too 😊
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  3231. Ah that’s brilliant! Construction and fit are so so important as you say. I can highly recommend my corset maker, though at the moment I think she’s closed for commissions until the autumn. Her prices are affordable (for bespoke corsets) and she’s ridiculously good at making them. She’s called TheBoudoirKey on Etsy.
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  3232. My pleasure 😊
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  3233. I explain in the video that I do a lot more meal prepping. I almost never eat out because I have a lot of food sensitives. Additionally, I work 60 hours weeks and was dealing with severe health issues during this week (part of which includes fatigue). Also, not having my usual food really impacts my body as part of why I don’t eat sugar or much bread normally is due to how it impacts my energy levels. Filming is also an incredibly labour intensive job. This entire video from start to finish took me around 100 hours to make.
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  3234. I work remotely and as a private contractor, but for one primary client. There are others that work with me though so they're my "coworkers" and they all really like my clothes and channel 😊
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  3235. Awesome! Thank you! 😊
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  3236. I'm a Turkic person :)
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  3237. How cool!
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  3238. I love beans (one of my favourite foods) so that’s great to know! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  3239. I appreciate that SO much! Thank you 🥰
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  3240. Yes! Retro is definitely a great word to describe it all
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  3241. Thanks so much Java! I appreciate the support 🥰
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  3242. Based off of my research, there was nothing. They just wore the dresses with no bust support. It seems to be the case in many cultures as well historically. I wish I could go back in time and ask their experiences with the clothing firsthand as there are so many mysteries.
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  3243. Hi Audri! Thank you so much for the compliments! The “9 things” video you mention was the very first video I released on my channel, so that’s likely why you missed it, as I had maybe 50 subscribers at the time of its airing! 😊 The white and gold dress I did not make, as at that point I had been sewing for maybe a total of 5 months, so I think I barely had the skills yet, even though I did start in Georgian clothes constructing. It’s wonderful you ask, and certainly not off limits, about how to support your favourite creators here! Patreon is definitely a great way if the person has one, and some channels do accept donations too, and sometimes gifting materials can help but it’s best to ask each channel separately as it may be useful to some but perhaps not for others. I think the reality of how it is for many artists now, especially those creating content and art for the internet, is that many of us work two full time jobs (myself included), the job that pays our bills and then usually our creative job (like making videos here on YouTube). Some people grow their channels enough to be able to make content creating their full time job, but it tends to be a very slow build. Because of that, you really have to love making the videos, etc. otherwise it’s very hard to keep up a channel in the long run because some days it can really feel very demotivating. Another great way though to support your favourite creators is some of them do sponsorships and if you like the product or service they’re supporting, consider purchasing it through the link they provide, as that will often show their sponsors that they’re “converting sales” so to speak. Thanks for caring though and wanting to support us and give back to us creatives! 😊
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  3244. Merci!!
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  3245. It fell off once because I forgot to pin it, but I normally pin it 😅
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  3246. Very true!
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  3247. Yes there are so many aprons everywhere right now! A hand sewn project is the perfect solution since your machine is being serviced definitely, especially if you aren't ready to start on your next shawl yet 😊 Thanks for your comment and see you again next week!
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  3248. Thank you very much 😊 and happy hand sewing too. It’s a very fulfilling practice!
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  3249. Literally, yes. But it feels mild in comparison with the -30 or -40 I used to experience in my grandma's village on the Urals. That feels freezing to me hahaha. Thanks for watching! :)
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  3250. I just checked them. They did indeed get messed up. They’re external captions so whilst I wait to generate new ones (will be ready tomorrow) I’ve turned back on the automatic captions which are with the correct timing. Thanks for letting me know!
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  3251. Good question! I have a video titled something like “I have a stick phobia and other reasons why I wear historical fashion daily” and I talk in depth about why I started wearing historical fashion there 😊
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  3252. Thanks 😊
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  3253. Thank you Erica! It's been a challenge so far, but I'm excited for everyone to see the final result!
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  3254. Thank you Janie ❤️ So glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  3255. It’s definitely fascinating! I think the issue with photoshop is its perhaps made options for attain those unrealistic body types more permanent/risky, versus just adding a bit of padding or some structural support under garment.
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  3256. Whenever I make my videos, I have about 200 things I have to think of (from the pre production, to the production, to the post production) and so I do my best to consider everything, but sometimes certain ideas don’t come to me until later on in the week because the human brain simply can’t do everything.
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  3257. I get mine bespoke made by TheBoudoirKey but she isn’t taking commissions at the moment I don’t believe as she’s working on prior orders. There’s as RedThreaded who make great custom corsets. I’d highly recommend saving up to get a custom fit one as it’ll be far more worth the comfort in the long run 😊
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  3258. Thank you!! Glad it’s helpful 😊 I’ve never done the English stitch the other way, so I’m not completely sure, but my guess is just it depends upon preference but probably doesn’t change the durability or the way the seam behaves. Much like sewing with the left hand versus right.
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  3259. Thanks so much Audri! 🥰 so sweet ❤️ I’m sending an email now re: your other comment 😊
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  3260. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  3261. Thanks so much! 😊
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  3262. Lol! No plants were harmed in the making of this video 😂🥲 Thank you so much though! I'm so glad you enjoyed it 🥰
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  3263. Thank you!! I already have some plans I’m getting very excited for 🥰
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  3264. Thanks! I haven’t heard of this method so I’ll have to check it out 🥰
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  3265. Thank you so much! 😊
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  3266. For 18th century specifically or?
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  3267. Yes definitely, and I think that’s what I really wanted to drive home with this video is exactly what you said, that many think Bridgerton is historically accurate and so they take the corset practices for gospel too.
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  3268. Custom tailored suits, though pricey, are well worth it! And probably last far longer too. Thanks for sending the link to your wife! As for tightlacing, there were periods where it was slightly popular amongst the wealthiest individuals but general it was only done for a few hours at a time for parties or for photos being taken (part of why we see it so much in photos along with the original photo manipulation techniques that would be used to make the waist look even smaller and exaggerated padding at both the hips and bust to make the waist look even smaller) but your every day person generally wasn’t tight lacing. I think tightlacing for all day wear day after day is a very modern concept. It’s what we tend to see more of in diet culture and waist training practices, like some of those extreme videos today where someone is showing off their 15 inch waist etc. People I think just assume it was also like this historically without realising it wasn’t all that common of a practice for day to day wear or outside of the upper class. It’s also tremendously difficult to tightlace prior to the invention of the metal grommets, which I believe began to really appear for corsets in the 1860s.
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  3269. Hi! Welcome to the channel. Thanks so much! I have an earlier video (maybe my fourth or fifth) where I talk about how to get started with historical sewing 😊
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  3270. Most of my socks for the looks were ankle socks ☺️
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  3271. I can't recall the name and honestly it wasn't that great. The absolutely best alcohol-free, gluten-free beers I've ever had though are from Drop Bear Beer Co. They're all amazing.
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  3272. Hi! Perhaps some womenswear inspired by menswear might be a nice place to start? 1890s blouses and cycling bloomers have a more gender neutral look to them I’d say, as well as things like Victorian sportswear in general. I’m not sure what your budget is (since you say you can’t sew yet) but on Etsy the shop Gibson Girl Dress has some lovely options, including a cycling bloomers set. I’ve never purchased from them directly but a lot of people I know have and love their garments. They’re also a Ukrainian business 🥰
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  3273.  @wunsekhobbies4765  You're very welcome! I'm all self-taught and only started sewing like 2.5 years ago as I didn't really learn in childhood either (even though many of my ancestors have sewn and very well) so I can definitely relate! Just know it's totally possible to get to the stage where you're happy with the garments you make for yourself, but it does require practice and patience, like any skill 😊 you've got this!
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  3274. Thank you for sharing your perspective Cindy! 🥰
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  3275. Awww! They’re so beautiful aren’t they? And one of the first signs of spring to come.
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  3276. Thank you! ☺️
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  3277. Does anyone actually know who they are fully and constantly? We all contain parts and who we are is also in constant evolution and movement. It doesn’t mean an experience like this wouldn’t be jarring and come with its own discomforts, especially when one’s clothing is heavily based around their values system (my desire to be directly connected with what I consume, and also to be deeper connected to my indigeneity in the cases when I wear that clothing). It’s much more than just clothes for me.
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  3278. That would indeed be sweet and I hope the same! Sadly the bird fashion practices of Victorians often weren’t this ethical
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  3279. That's so kind and heartwarming of you to say, thank you Mel 😊
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  3280. Hahaha this is so lovely. Thanks for the birthday wishes and compliments! 😊
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  3281. In this version I made, I added a crotch seam, but in the next version I made (by some helpful comments) I just cut the crotch piece on a fold, so there are hardly any seams on the garment. This is how it would have been done due to the fact that my ancestors were semi-nomadic and rode a lot of horses. No crotch seam means greater garment stability.
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  3282. No, not with these. The breeze I mentioned was due to wearing Victorian split crotch drawers, not Tatar yshtan (completely different cultures and garments). These ones are a folded piece of fabric, like you see at the reveal in the video.
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  3283. I’d highly recommend looking to what people wore historically there! As all people in history had to adapt to their environment. Linen and tropical wool (worsted wool) do wonderfully well in high temperatures 🥰
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  3284. Embrace any lifestyle you want to and whatever makes you happy, as long as no one else is being harmed. My father is a hippie, and I was raised around a lot of non-judgemental people, so I know you’re trying to troll a bit with your comment, but I support people choosing to live life in any way that feels authentic to them (and keeps others safe obviously). Have a good day.
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  3285. Algorithm definitely
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  3286. Glad the other video answered your question! I also recommend Red Threaded. Have a great day!
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  3287. I’m not apologising, I’m simply stating that not all people who experience pregnancy are women and I want to make sure everyone is included, but that this video specifically focuses on a time and place where there were strong gender constructs (and a very binary time and place).
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  3288. Thank you Chresola! 😊 perhaps starting with making a skirt or two from thrifted fabric might be an option? I shop a lot of deadstock and roll ends as I have limited money and you can find some pretty brilliant deals sometimes.
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  3289. Thanks for mentioning this! It seems to not cut off for me, not sure why it is on your side. I wonder if YouTube indeed has some glitch going on or something happening.
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  3290. That’s awesome! They’re definitely super precise which comes in handy.
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  3291. Thank you! 😊
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  3292. There’s no filter on this video. That’s just my camera, lights, and colour grading (I work as a professional video colourist). All of this is standard anytime shooting a video professionally, but nothing of my appearance is altered.
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  3293. Thank you!! 🥰
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  3294. Thank you!! ♥️
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  3295. Thank you 🥰
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  3296. Thank you Kat! 😊
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  3297. Nope! No smell at all (and I have a very sensitive nose) :)
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  3298. For these two books I used, the blend was in a lot of things, but again, they’re upperclass recipes. I was very conscientious about how I titled this video because it is meant to be a fun exploration of eating only medieval food for a week, not a complete or fully historically accurate overview of how medieval people ate. This was always going to be a very limited view into medieval food, but it still was so much fun!
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  3299.  @InertiaCreeps  people have had their videos suppressed for this exact type of thing, hence my decision to cover them because the guidelines aren’t fair and generally impact smaller creators disproportionately. A large portion of my income and ability to pay my bills is reliant on my videos, so having a video of mine demonetised would mean I can’t cover my basic expenses for the month. I am completely against the sexualisation of nudity, but also it’s important we don’t blame creators for doing what they have to do in order to keep their bills paid, and instead take a bigger look at the systems. I would greatly recommend reading other creators similar experiences on Reddit, and you’ll see just how many have had a video suppressed due to not covering a body (even in art) in circumstances like this.
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  3300. Thank you! I do have a small everyday hoop and a larger one that I sometimes wear, but mainly I wear a heavily cartridge pleated petticoat underneath which adds quite a bit of volume
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  3301. Thanks so much!! 🥰
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  3302. Don’t get me wrong, I’m all for LGBTQIA+ representation, but Brittany is very married, and not to me 🤣 we are close friends (like, actually, not in the historical sense lol). I have a very deep love for all my close friends and am open and affectionate with them. Thanks for the compliments though!
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  3303. Thank you so much 22mononoke 😊
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  3304. Thank you!! I’m really glad I didn’t get plastic surgery either (nothing against it, just not right for me) but the pressure growing up was definitely real!
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  3305. Thank you! 😊
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  3306. Спасибо)) они специальный "detachable under sleeves" которые часто носили в 1860-e, но я их сама не шила ))
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  3307. So the one I’ve been seeing most recently are the ongoing ones by ourshieldmaiden on Instagram 😊
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  3308. Thank you so much, Jeanie! 😊
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  3309. Thank you! Aww how lovely. Do you know about when it’s from?
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  3310. Very cool! Thanks for the info. I’m Tatar and my family is from Bashkiri, but my mother was actually born in Uzbekistan 😊
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  3311. Thank you!! 🥰
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  3312. Awww thank you so much Bella ❤️❤️❤️
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  3313. They were such a lucky find! Lol
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  3314. It was so much fun! Though scary hahaha 😂
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  3315. I don’t do, nor have I ever done LARP, so I wouldn’t know! No hate on LARP though, it’s cool.
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  3316. This is what I was initially thinking as well as I love Spanish omelettes, but it definitely was not like a Spanish omelette 🥲
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  3317. Thanks for watching!
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  3318. Thank you so much! I can certainly make a video sharing my method, though I’d say in extant historical garments (at least in my collection) the hooks and eyes are usually the messiest part! Lol 😂 people really probably rushed through attaching them/were regularly replacing them so I don’t think they bothered to attach them neatly at all. My biggest advice with the hook would be to also attach a few stitches at the point where the hook starts to bend because then that will hold it in place and keep it from twisting and turning. I’ll still make a video at some point though! 😊
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  3319. 😂
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  3320. Hehehe 🥰🥹
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  3321. Thank you Ariane 😊
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  3322. Thank you!! I did not. It's actually a vintage find on Etsy (probably from the 80s or 90s) but it's 100% cotton and looks almost identical to an 1890s style shirtwaist, so I immediately bought it because I was just amazed at its similarity to a historical option (plus it was super affordable!)
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  3323. Thank you! 😄
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  3324. Awww thank you so much Jessica! 🥰
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  3325. Yes :)
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  3326. Thank you Kato! I definitely do want to recreate some traditional clothing of Indigenous people living in Russia, as I too have seen very little of this on YouTube, and there are many beautiful styles and traditions. I've mainly just been thinking about how to properly research everything, as there are limited online resources on the topic, even in Russian. So it's definitely going to be a bit of a project, but hopefully one that I'll be able to figure out to share the information forward on this platform 😊
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  3327. Hahaha thank you! I think there are bots on the platform that go around disliking videos, but also perhaps my content isn't everyone's cup of tea 😉 Dislikes are almost always inevitable. And it's my pleasure, I'm glad it's come in handy.
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  3328. Yep 😊 Nicole’s great!
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  3329. Thank you, Analuna! (love your name) Both of your projects sound amazing! 😊 I hope they're going well.
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  3330. Wow! How did you figure out that I really like vegetables? 😮 In all seriousness though, thank you for the support! I'm so glad you enjoy the video that much 🥰
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  3331. Hahaha, I really like this suggestion, thanks so much! I will be so incredibly full after the week, even for my large appetite!
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  3332. Thank you so very much Catherine! Those thimble-sized hats sound so cute! Any of the extra stitching definitely does take much, much longer. I think the pre-stitching is basting?
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  3333. Not weird at all, I think that’s very lovely! 😊 thank you for sharing 🥰
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  3334. LOL. We grow heirloom and wild varieties thankfully 😉
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  3335.  @HosCreates  Sure, but we can only do our best with what we have available to us.
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  3336. Thank you!!
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  3337. I make short little lookbooks from time to time for a single outfit with a character I’ve developed and a storyline, so that’ll come pretty close in the future! 😄
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  3338. Thank you!! 😊
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  3339. So glad you love the series! Thank you for sharing about your heritage as well. I feel very passionate about representing colonised voices too as I’m a Kazan Tatar and we were and still are heavily colonised. One of my grandparents was also Irish/Scottish, so again, more colonisation and loss of culture/heritage.
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  3340. Thank you, Sabrina! 😊
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  3341. Merci Gooner!! 😊
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  3342. That’s so awesome! I’m constantly impressed by how versatile some maternity wear can be.
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  3343. Was it Vintagebursche here on YouTube? If so, he probably made it himself! 😊
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  3344. Aww thanks so much Joëlle! I’m glad you learned so much 😊
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  3345. Fashionably late! 🥰 thank you so much Luna! The braiding was so much fun to try and figure out 😊
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  3346. So glad you enjoyed the video!
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  3347. I wear something wool almost every day and have for years. It can keep you warm up until a point, but in my experience when you get very, very drenched, it eventually reaches its limit. And that’s where oilskin can come in as an additional layer of protection. I actually think oilskin outer layer with a wool under layer is an ideal combo in my experience.
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  3348. Menstruating people is an umbrella term that includes women, intersex people, trans men, and non-binary people.
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  3349. Thank you! 🥰
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  3350. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  3351. I think they’re almost sort of becoming a thing again! But in interesting ways haha
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  3352. Yes!! Layers are SUPER important (since most things in history are layered pretty much)
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  3353. Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you for watching!
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  3354. For the menstruation cup, I generally will need to change it 2-4 times in a day on my heaviest days.
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  3355. The boho look is such a fun one, and definitely extremely versatile 😊
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  3356. I honestly don’t think I’d be the person to make this video, as I’ve only been sewing for two years so I’m still very much figuring out fit myself. it also depends heavily on the purpose’s unique body measurements so I wouldn’t be able to cover all the possible adjustments, since many of them as well are done at the mock-up stage and there are multiple ways to achieve a certain fit. I’d love though if someone with lots of fitting experience would make a video like this as I’m sure it’d be immensely helpful for people 😊
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  3357. 😂 😂
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  3358. Thank you so much Jessica ❤️ Twill tape is a wonderful way to accomplish both those things. Horsehair or wool brush braid was used historically but it’s tricky to find in modern times and far more expensive. You can also use stiff organdie like I did as well, which was used a lot historically. It’s a fairy affordable fabric too. I’m sorry Thena’s injury ended up costing so much! I hope she’s healing well and is feeling better☺️
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  3359. It doesn’t! It can be machine washed even on the cotton setting at 30 degrees Celsius or lower 😊 just don’t add fabric softener when cleaning it! I made that mistake once and it ruined its stiffness. I would recommend ironing it also whilst it’s damp. It helps to remove any creases etc
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  3360. Also be sure to pre-wash it before sewing with it, just like you would any other cotton fabric
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  3361. Thank you for your kind comment!! The comments section can indeed be brutal unfortunately :)
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  3362. Thank you!! You totally should, it’s a sweet extra detail 😊
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  3363. Thank you! ☺️
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  3364. It’s out now!! ☺️ it’s called “Through the Vale”
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  3365. Much appreciated 😊
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  3366. I would say even stronger in my experience, in particular if you make the stitches quite close together 😊
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  3367. Tom van het Hof is an amazing historical tailor. Darcy Clothing in the U.K. also sells some ready-to-wear.
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  3368. This is the first I'm hearing of this Edwardian suit!
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  3369. Thank you! Sadly people do. But people same others for all sorts of things.
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  3370. So. Many. Candles. Lol. So funny you already do this, though for very different reasons! 😅 I’m guessing parenting can just be super exhausting a lot of the time so it doesn’t surprise me that even this amount asleep isn’t enough! ❤️
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  3371. Thank you!! I did break it up ☺️ I spent at least 30 mins jumping on the mattress, fluffing it with my hands, shaking it, moving it around before I actually slept on it.
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  3372. I agree! However, very regularly people who wear corsets will get two different types of messages: people sexualising the person and sending explicit messages to the corset-wearer, and people who get absolutely enraged with the person wearing the corset to the point of blocking them. I’ve had both and many of my corset-wearing friends have too. So whilst it’s just a show, unfortunately the anti-corset narrative has much deeper implications.
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  3373. It was a me problem 😂 I planned the menu based off of the book already and due to the overwhelming nature of everything else I had to do during the week, I didn’t deviate much from it in respect to getting additional ingredients. Also, surprisingly, the wealthy medieval people ate much less veg vs say the poor ones (from what historians think) but still information about what poorer medieval people ate is limited. All the best! ☺️
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  3374. Thank you!! Yes! Definitely. I have a video tutorial like this for making the English Stitch too actually 🥰
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  3375. Thank you 😊
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  3376. Hahaha true, I suppose I’ve just had such positive experiences with hummingbirds in my life that I’m very biased.
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  3377.  @susiecarson  it didn’t feel judgemental at all, and I really appreciate the correction as it’s the type of thing I want to know as well 😊 the only time I ever get frustrated with corrections is when someone with a different speech dialect corrects something I say and doesn’t realise that there’s more than one way to say a word, but this is in no way one of those circumstances 💕
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  3378. Thank you! I purchased it as I rarely sew my own undergarments, so I’m not completely sure which pattern they used. The 1870s-80s chemise pattern from Mantua Maker seems to be pretty similar.
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  3379. Thank you 🥰
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  3380. I definitely think you’re on to something here! Muffs are wonderful for public transport without a doubt, especially in very cold winters.
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  3381. Thank you so much Alicia! 🥰 most of my fabrics are deadstock from one specific site but they sell small and limited quantities, so I just check back daily and see if anything I like pops up. It’s so affordable that I try to just snag whatever I can when it appears. That’s probably partially what influences my colour palette, but also I suppose my own personal taste too 😅
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  3382. Thank you! Drafting from old books is a true art, so well done 😊
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  3383.  @lizas.1526  говорите по-русски?
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  3384. А здорово! Я татарка 😊
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  3385. Вот поэтому тоже по-русски говорю ))
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  3386. Thank you so much Fi! 🥰
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  3387. According to some of the comments here, many of the corsets were designed by Mr Pearl, who is a fabulous corsetiere, but he also mainly designs corsets for the red carpet, which I’d say are generally designed for the aesthetic and vanity aspect, rather than for support, comfort, and fit, which is the main purpose of corsets in a historical context. The extent of how many of the corsets he designed custom is a mystery. More than anything though, I wish the actors had the space to be able to speak up and tell someone if they were uncomfortable, but very often times that leads to the actor being called difficult or even blacklisting. I think that type of system is the big issue here. People should have the space to feel comfortable at work.
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  3388. That's so beautiful! Thanks so much for sharing all this DesertRose! ❤️
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  3389. It definitely isn’t just you! Creating “healthy” sleep habits (which can mean many different things) is really hard! So glad this video brought some reassurance 😊
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  3390. It’s why I wear historical fashion hahaha 😂
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  3391. thank you!! All my immediate family is pretty resourceful, so I think it comes from them 😄
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  3392. Thank you Erica! 😊
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  3393. Thank you so much! Bold colours are the best honestly (at least in my opinion). Historical fashion, I think, is so suited to bold colours also 🥰
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  3394. There are no records (or perhaps some tucked away deep into the corners of the internet that are difficult to find) of what menstruation garments may have looked like, so as I do talk about throughout this entire video, this is a hypothesis of what was potentially worn for menstruation. I express this frequently throughout the video and why I believe as well they likely wore something and the fact the subligaculum existed and was worn (we just don’t know exactly in what contexts) feels promising.
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  3395. Hahahaha, thank you 😂
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  3396. Thank you! 😊
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  3397. Thank you 😊
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  3398. Thank you! They are a type of gigot or leg-o-mutton sleeve, though the garment itself is a German folk jacket which pulls from strong historical influences (but is technically contemporary).
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  3399. Thanks for sharing your perspective! I totally agree. And I think it’s important that there is space left in the community for people doing things any way they’d like to, whether that means sewing everything including the undergarments, or just sewing parts, or even just sewing none of it and hiring professionals instead. I think the less pressure that gets put on people the better, as then it allows us to enjoy this hobby more!
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  3400. Was going off the recipes in the two books specifically. Not a ton of vegetables and really didn’t want to have to cook even more meals!
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  3401. Thank you! Terracotta is such an underrated and beautiful colour 😊
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  3402. Thank you very much Elsa! Swiss waists are super cool and can completely change an outfit which is so fascinating. I’m really excited to share the creation of mine with you all!
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  3403. I would LOVE to eat like a Neanderthal for a week, but it would be a tough one hahaha. Thanks for watching!
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  3404. I really like this premise! Thanks for sharing about it. I think we can learn a lot from historical clothing, even in modern application. Being able to mend and alter modern clothes is huge. I highly recommend a bib for not getting yourself dirty! It’s a game changer lol
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  3405. I don't understand what you're saying. I didn't show a single tomato in the video and at 8:01 I specifically write on-screen that ingredients like tomatoes were not available in ancient Greece as they are indigenous to the Americas.
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  3406. Thank you so much! I didn’t make this one but I know how to! It’s just pleated with knife pleats on separate panels (I think there’s 5 in total around the skirt) and the key is that the waistband has very stiff interfacing in it, which helps to hold a lot of the weight up and provide support. It isn’t too overly heavy as a corset under and petticoat help to support the weight a lot. With regards to historical fashion without corsetry, I don’t have a ton of experience but I’d say opt for more casual loungewear and workwear, like simple shirtwaists and skirts, even sports wear like 1890s shirtwaists and cycling bloomers, and then things like Victorian wrappers or even 18th century informal gowns which look kind of like fancy bath robes but are very wearable.
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  3407.  @hannakirillovskaya  спасибо )))
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  3408. Perhaps adding in some bones might help? I find they are at least a bit supportive, not to the level of stays, but they’re cosy 😊
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  3409. It's my pleasure DesertRose! I'm glad that those styles led you somewhere useful where you could get further info and hear about the experiences of others. It's great when that happens. I'll have to check out the Facebook group myself, it sounds very interesting. Thanks for your comment and for the recommendation. Have a great weekend and see you on Thursday 💕
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  3410. Thank you Catherine 😊
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  3411. Sounds like a super fun adventure! Glad that you enjoyed the video. I lived in my car for about a year (though due to some very serious circumstances) and I wasn’t wearing historical fashion at that time because I was like 18, but I can imagine it would’ve definitely come in handy during that time! 😊
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  3412. Thank you Honora! 😊
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  3413. I have one on the last couple nights. ☺️
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  3414. Hi Samuel! I'm so sorry to hear that you are in such a difficult situation. I'm really happy though that you have your best friend to support you and stay by your side. As difficult as things I'm sure are, that is such a blessing. I really do hope too that you can get out of your situation as soon as possible and be in an environment that supports your self-expression and nurtures your creativity.
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  3415.  @christopherkyledeleon4193  You're doing a great job, be kind to yourself through the process (even though it might feel very difficult at times).
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  3416. Thanks so much Caroline! 🥰
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  3417. Thank you so much! Miss you!!
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  3418. Yesss it’s very much a tool of the trade for actors of period (or period inspired) productions, and equally as important as a good pair of safety boots for crew, etc.
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  3419. That’s lovely to hear! Thanks so much for watching!
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  3420. Hi! I have put a bunch of links in the description box. There are several for pattern grading that I've found useful. I hope that helps!
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  3421. Glad you enjoyed the video! With 18th century garments, the stomacher would often be pinned into the stays, which would be quite solidly boned, so that prevents them from poking into skin as there’s this extra layer of solid foundation. The gown edges would then be pinned to the edges of the stomacher. This is at least one method. In the past when I’ve pinned garments, it has always been into the stays or corset since that keeps everything strongly in place and prevents the pins from hurting you.
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  3422. Thank you! 😊
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  3423. Lol so accurate. It’s easy to forget that we’re already 22 years into the 2000s
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  3424. Using the term people humanises them. There is a differentiation between ancient Greek and modern Greek people so calling them just "Greek" would be inaccurate.
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  3425. Thanks so much DesertRose! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰 I definitely think you should get a leather corset! They actually look incredibly practical. And easier to clean in a sense (kind of like how a lot of people choose leather car seats for that exact reason haha). I sadly don’t have the budget right now to afford a custom pair of shoes. I actually need another pair of out of box historical shoes so I’m slowly trying to save for that (and for the cobbler for my old pairs as they’re surprisingly expensive sometimes, I understand why though). So that’ll come first for practical reasons 😊I’ll see you on Friday for another video! I’m actually really excited about this upcoming one.
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  3426. Thank you Catherine! I actually did very little question preparation for this video, but I think having the timeline helped, and since Kass and I have become quite good friends, I’m very comfortable speaking with her now, which I think also helps tremendously. A lot of the questions too were just my sheer curiosity! Some editing magic helps too and I’ve been learning on a deeper level how to make cuts far smoother. 😊
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  3427.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thank you 😊
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  3428. I just improvised this one myself! I took my hair and put it in a bun, then took a long strip of linen and tied it at the nape of my neck. Then I took the ends and wrapped them around my head and pinned them all over with dress pins.
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  3429. Thank you Anon 😊
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  3430.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  that’s a nice idea, thanks Catherine 😊
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  3431.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  people are generally pretty sweet and understanding here, I’m very lucky 😊
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  3432. Thank you so much! Such a lovely comment to read, much appreciated 🥰🥰🥰
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  3433. Hi! I absolutely love the book. I reference it quite regularly and it’s also one of the few resources that exists with patterns specifically for working class dress. I’m working on some garments out of the book currently.
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  3434. Thank you 🥰
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  3435. Ah brilliant! Did you DIY yours similarly to how I demonstrated in the video, or by some other means? Thanks for your comment 😊
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  3436. Oh no! I’m so sorry that you had trouble. I’ll have to check in with stripe, my payment processor, and see if it’s maybe something on their side? That can perhaps be. I’ll email you as well now Audri and explain the steps clearer. Sorry for the inconvenience!
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  3437.  @m.maclellan7147  sorry for any inconvenience! I can indeed confirm that it all went through successfully on my side. Thanks for your purchase 🥰
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  3438. Thank you Iain! It's amazing how much hand sewing can come in handy even sometimes when a machine can't do the job. It's such a useful skill to know 😊
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  3439. Thank you so much!! 🥰 I haven’t gotten to see the series yet but will watch it over the weekend. I’ve essentially done nothing but my day job and editing/sewing this project the past few days so I had no time 😅 reviews really seem to be mixed so I’m curious how it’ll be!
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  3440. I’d rather show the reality of the experiment. Things usually don’t go to plan, and that’s a lot more real than trying to fake perfection for the internet ☺️
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  3441. @Holleyy thanks for pointing that out! I’ve changed the title now to “I Tried Sleeping Like a Victorian for a Week.” This video is more than 2 years old now, and since I’ve done a ton more experimental archaeology for my channel and in my life, and most of the time it is just a try anyways because experiments can take many repetitions, especially ones that involve changing schedules.
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  3442. So glad it’s helpful Jae! 🥰 for the armscye seams I personally really love ribbon binding or just whip stitching the edges 😊 and so cool that you still remember the berry dress hem! It’s the exact same technique
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  3443. Thank you so much 😊 ❤️
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  3444. Hahahaha thank you 😊
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  3445. Thanks so much for visiting! It's much appreciated!
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  3446. Hahaha good friends and a russian granny definitely do help 😉 I’m curious how much it’ll cost too! I’ll let you know when I get a quote if you’re curious 😊 What a lovely coincidence. An early happy birthday to your mum!
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  3447. So glad you enjoyed it Catherine! 🥰
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  3448. 100%!! You wouldn’t even need to cut any excess fabric off as you could just cartridge pleat giant rectangles of fabric. And piece as much as you need to also 😊
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  3449. Thank you 😊
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  3450. Thank you so so much! Jumps are super comfy and a lovely addition to any historical wardrobe I believe, so congrats on finishing up that project and you certainly should be proud of yourself 😊 I am so sorry to hear about your injury, but am glad to hear you've found some alternative solutions. The greatest thing I can recommend with hand sewing is find a few stitches that you love and come back to them often. Also just keep practicing and your speed will increase, and the stitch consistency as well. For heavier wools, I typically always use a strong back stitch built up of small, close-spaced stitches. Sometimes I'll even go back through and complete a second row of back stitches right beside the first just for extra security. I had to do that for both the brown riding habit in this video and the bodice of the terracotta walking suit as well. Blanket stitches can be a very aesthetic finishing stitch for raw wool edges as well, but many types of wool won't fray when left raw, so those can just be left alone as is. Leaving boiled wool raw edges be is actually quite historically accurate as well, and was quite a common practice especially for 18th-century capes!
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  3451. Thank you!! My greatest recommendation, and this will sound so obvious, is conduct a search engine search of your ethnic group's name and "folk clothing" or "historical clothing" and see what comes up. There's likely someone that has written about the topic, then check to see what sources they include on their own article. Then do a Google search for those books or sources. It also helps to learn what the word "clothing" or "historical clothing" is in your ethnic group's language, as you may get more search results in their original language that could guide you to other sources (hopefully some English ones!)
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  3452. Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  3453.  @Mymeaningfullife11  thank you! They’re all self drafted, patterns don’t exist ☺️
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  3454. Спасибо! ))
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  3455. Thank you very much!
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  3456. Ahhhh this is so cool! Great to meet another daily (or almost) historical dresser 😊 Thank you for your kind comment, Sarah!
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  3457. How cool! I hope you’ll enjoy the parts to come 😊
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  3458. A few years!
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  3459. Thank you! I used to get poor grades on my hand writing and was told my teachers I needed to type my notes because they weren’t able to read them 😂 but I am proud of my own handwriting 🥰
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  3460. Thank you so much, so kind! ❤️
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  3461. Thanks so much Bella! ❤️
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  3462. Ah that's wonderful to hear! I'm no expert of course, just have done some internet reading on the matter 😊 But the general hinge formats seem to be quite consistent with their respective periods, and even articles I've read on the matter seem to say so as well. Collecting jewellery from charity shops definitely is a lovely pastime!
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  3463. Thank you Eva! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  3464. shift, corset, padding, and petticoat 🙂
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  3465. Thank you very much! Historybounding is definitely a great way to nurture one’s self-expression but in a more “toned-down” way I suppose, which sometimes can feel necessary.
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  3466. I’m glad it helps! It’s probably one of the biggest things I’ve learned with OCD therapy. Thoughts are just thoughts and feelings are just feelings, and just because someone has a certain thought or feeling doesn’t make it true. It’s liberating, especially with OCD, because you have zero control over intrusive thoughts or feelings and if you start believing them all, it leads to a dark place.
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  3467. Weights definitely could have been a solution! I recreated an 1890 walking suit a while back and the original had weights for example. I was thinking to make more ties going down the cloak so that way I could secure it completely shut in strong wind and it would hold 😄
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  3468. Thank you so much!
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  3469. So cute! What a unique wedding ring to have too. Victorian snake jewellery is definitely fascinating 🥰
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  3470. Thank you, Becky! I’m sorry to hear you got sick. It’s wonderful though that you have plans to start sewing again soon. I’m excited to hear of what you end up creating 😊
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  3471. Another commenter mentioned them as well. Beautiful birds, so sad that they were hunted to extinction 🥺 I’m glad so many bird species are now protected
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  3472. Thanks so much Jackie! I’m really excited to share the final result 😊
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  3473. Wheat. I can’t eat wheat.
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  3474. That’s great to know thanks! Synthetic aloe vera sounds so bizarre haha
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  3475. Thank you so much Emma! This is a very sweet comment, I really appreciate it 🥰 it’s lovely too that 1890s clothes bring you so much joy
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  3476. Perhaps something fancy dress! I guess we’ll never know! 🤣
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  3477. Thank you Emma! 🥰
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  3478. I think you’re very right. It’s definitely self-perpetuating, as is the narrative that “beauty is pain” which carries on all sorts of problematic decisions and behaviours not just in the film industry but globally
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  3479. Yes!! Podcasts are amazing whilst sewing. Unrelated to sewing, but my favourite podcast at the moment is one called Gathering Gold by one of my favourite psychologists.
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  3480. It may or may not be your thing, but I’ve at least gained a lot from it! Haha
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  3481. Isn’t she so sweet?! 🥰 Aww thank you so much! I actually hadn’t heard of Hadestown, but I just looked it up and I can totally see what you mean. A lot of jazz and blues influence in it!
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  3482. Thank you so much! The channel has honestly grown so much, but growth can often take time ☺️ it’s nearly 2 years now since I started this channel so it’s still “early days” YouTube wise haha
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  3483. With thicker fabric, you generally want to work a back stitch in two parts, one going down through the fabric, and the other going back up. It's best though to try and reduce the fabric thickness as much as possible for the smallest stitches. Historically, I've found the wool of my antiques for instance, to be much thinner than wool tends to be these days, and hence easier to hand sew through. Try to minimise back stitches to only two layers of fabric and not more, and then join together if there are more layers involved.
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  3484. Hahaha I love the Newsreel headline. I used to love the film Amélie! Nice to be reminded of it and revisit. Thank you for the well wishes and for the playlist! It isn’t too serious thankfully, just a flare up that sometimes arises at inopportune times 😊
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  3485.  @sixstringedthing  Chronic health issues are quite challenging from what I understand, and since they're chronic, I definitely won't be saying "I hope it goes away soon", so instead I'll say I hope that in the years to come you have as few flare ups as possible and keep finding ways to mitigate them when they do arise 😊
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  3486. Thank you! Welcome 🙂
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  3487. Actually, never! 😅
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  3488.  @HattieMcDanielonaMoon  awww that's so lovely! Thanks for supporting my channel 😊
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  3489. Ул is the word for any gender pronoun. The source is my Tatar language textbook that is the standard one for learning Tatar, as well as every Tatar language course I’ve taken. I also have Tatar friends who are fluent in Tatar ☺️ thanks!
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  3490. @chrisnorthern9897 though Wikipedia isn’t a credible source, on the gender less languages page for Wikipedia it mentions the Tatar language. In fact most Turkic languages don’t have gender. Same with a bunch of other languages mentioned on the page. It’s super fascinating!
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  3491. You’re definitely not alone! The same thing happens to me too 🤣
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  3492.  @AdelaideBeemanWhite  there are small communities!
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  3493. Спасибо!! Конечно будет )) 😁
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  3494. Thank you for the compliment 😊 great question! I have seen some manuscript examples of very rich and vibrant pinks, reds, etc. So many bright colours could be created even with plant dyes. I’m not sure about this exact shade of purple/pink, but I figured since very bright pink did exist, it was close enough ☺️
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  3495.  @Noel.Chmielowiec  thank you!! I thought exactly the same, and oddly in my mind it feels like it really works as a winter colour 😊
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  3496. Ironically, these are garments patterned after menswear of the time! So this is a form of menswear designed for women to wear and was considered extremely masculine historically 😂
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  3497. Thanks for watching! It’s true! Also historical clothing often involved eventually wearing “at-home” clothes which are supremely comfortable (I have first hand experience wearing them a lot so at least in my personal opinion they are). I think when historical clothes are analysed through the lens of modern context, it creates an incredibly inaccurate portrayal of how they may have actually felt for people to wear historically.
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  3498. Best of luck with it all! I have wavy/curly hair myself and I find this egg wash and vinegar rinse work really well for it
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  3499. I'm so happy to hear this has been helpful! Feel free to send me an email (you can find it on my channel 'about' section) if you need any further assistance 😊
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  3500. Thank you so much! I just celebrated my second year anniversary and have a video up reviewing those makes too! 😊
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  3501. Hope you enjoy the series! A few other people mentioned this as well when I first posted the video 5-6 months ago, so I pronounce it differently now 😂
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  3502. I did, they just wrinkle very easily again because I was working with them a lot 😊
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  3503. Thank you very much Chantel! Definitely it helps to show off a person's personality more 😃
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  3504. Thank you so much Caroline! Are you going to try them out? 🥰
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  3505.  @Carolineytch  yay that’s so great! Message me if you need any help 🥰
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  3506. Same experience on my side as well to you! Likely that could be one element and probably an entire slew of other contributing factours too. Of course corsets wouldn’t be comfortable for these actors! 😂
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  3507. I didn't know what the outcome was going to be for all of the days.
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  3508. Thank you! It’s interesting because I used the grosgrain due to an instruction by Janet Arnold in PofF2 for an 1890 walking suit, where the original had grosgrain. Petersham makes way more sense, as you suggest, but I’m curious as to why the original dressmaker of the walking suit from 1890 chose to use grosgrain for that. I guess the mystery will continue! I’ll definitely have a go though at using petersham in the future as I’ve had a lot of success with them as stay tapes. Thanks for the tip 😊
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  3509. I definitely see what you mean 😊 those scalloped edges help a ton. I just wonder why the dressmaker from the 1890s reversed the use and used petersham for stay tape and grosgrain for binding hahaha
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  3510. Thank you!
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  3511. Thank you so much Lilja 💕
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  3512. Thanks so much Catherine 😊
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  3513. Thank you! 😊 it’s my own pattern, I took it off an antique in my collection. It’s available for sale on my website for £4
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  3514. That’s awesome!
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  3515. Congrats on finishing your shield! I’m sure it turned out wonderful, and it must feel like a welcome relief to finally be done with it 😊
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  3516. My pleasure! I’m glad the info is so helpful 😊
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  3517. So I look 15? I’m only 25 🤣🥰
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  3518. At the front, they just look like regular fabric or a seam line, sometimes with small dots where you can see the thread come through, but because you often just pick up a couple of threads, they’re not very noticeable. The final threads do indeed go through both, as in the stitch is completely secure and acts as a seam and a finishing stitch. It looks like a hem on the inside and an ordinary seam on the outside.
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  3519. Thank you!! I actually have a video on that exact topic. It was from maybe about 4-5 months ago if you go back in my videos 😊
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  3520. Ah wonderful!
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  3521. There's a lot of gaps in research, but since this was supposedly more of a thing for rural Victorians, who had less artificial light, it is likely due to the increase in widespread artificial light and industrialisation. Some hunter-gatherers can still be observed today sleeping in biphasic patterns, though their patterns are different than this rural Victorian one proposed by Ekirch. There's a book called "Why We Sleep" that discusses some of the hunter-gatherer biphasic patterns. There's also this PubMed article which talks about the rural Victorian pattern (and beyond): https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC4763365/
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  3522. Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoy them ☺️
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  3523. I can definitely understand your frustrations! Firstly, do you mind wearing skirts? There are many more masculine "female" styles throughout a lot of the 18th and 19th centuries. For instance, waistcoats and riding habits, redingotes, etc. where the only difference oftentimes was the more "curvacious" bodice and the skirt (petticoat) of course. Other than that the styles were insanely similar. If your answer is no, then I would perhaps recommend thrifting waistcoats and blouses/shirts along with high-waisted trousers that are more tailored in cut. So ones designed for "females" (obviously anyone can wear whatever they want, in reality). There are quite a number of trouser and waistcoat vintage sets from the 1940s and 1950s for instance, that could work well for giving you a more fitted masculine look while still remaining easy to find and oftentimes also affordable. Is this helpful at all or would you like some different tips?
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  3524. I don’t live in North America.
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  3525. Any museums in Mexico you might be able to reach out to or with online collections? The way I’m researching Tatar clothing (also little info) is I found one person that made blog posts about the clothing, and then I checked their sources list, and found some of the only books on the topic (2 of them). From there, I’ve been reading them thoroughly and experimenting with fabric and drafting/draping.
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  3526. Thank you so much Amber! You totally should make one! I bet it would be lovely. They aren’t terribly difficult garments to make either, and they were utilitarian garments for their time, making them quite comfy and convenient 😁
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  3527. Awww well done!! The other decades will be much much more challenging for all us Victorian Fashion lovers 😅
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  3528. Thank you 😊
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  3529. It makes perfect sense! It’s similar to what I’ve heard with custom shoes, they’re apparently so much more comfortable. I want to save up for a pair in fact because they’re probably a life changer. It’s so fascinating how most clothing was custom fit at one point and suddenly switched to sizing in the first half of the 20th century. Of course not everyone could afford custom fit and plenty of people wore secondhand clothes in the Victorian period and earlier, but it’s just such a different way of making and wearing clothes.
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  3530. Oooo what a nice coincidence! My pleasure, thanks for your comment 😊
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  3531. I would like to do an episode on Spain at some point ☺️ I have two episodes already scheduled for filming this year, so it would probably be next year
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  3532. I love that idea Catherine! I think that’s a beautiful reflection to have and in general I think self-check ins can be a powerful practice in many areas of life 🥰
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  3533. That could very well be! I suppose we will never truly know unfortunately 😊
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  3534. Thanks so much for your sweet comment Liz! x
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  3535. Yes! That’s the thing. Since time keeps evolving, the terms don’t seem to also be evolving with the passing of time, which I think just adds to the confusion! Lol
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  3536. So do I lol! It often can take the joy out of sewing. Glad that this method exists for those of us that want to stay away from math as much as possible 🥰😅
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  3537. Wow, how cool!
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  3538. Yessss, it really is! That's amazing to hear that it's one of your favourites too 😊
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  3539. It was certainly one of those "earlier" examples. Ironically, it was stays back then and only hand-sewn eyelets which don't lace down a ton.
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  3540. So glad you enjoyed it! 🥰
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  3541. I mostly wear Victorian working class clothing these days to be fair, just cause it fits my lifestyle and helps to represent the generally unrepresented.
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  3542. Hahaha I'm curious if it's oilskin or just a waxed cotton? there are apparently some differences between the materials, but it's a bit too nuanced for my reading and understanding 😂 A loose jacket would be a perfect use for it ❤️
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  3543. Hahahaha, I had a feeling you might comment this! 🤣🥰
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  3544. Thank you, Lilja! 💜 And you're right, autumnal/Halloween colours are always allowed 😉
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  3545. I’ve always had very nice experiences with them for some reason! 🤣
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  3546. Thank you!! There were really some truly challenging ones!
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  3547. I agree with you.
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  3548. Thank you Kit! It will be out in 2-3 weeks 😊
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  3549. Hehehe thank you! I am so excited to show you all the completed look 💕
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  3550. I know what you mean. I wonder though, wouldn’t it be a far more compelling story and interview if the head line was “CORSETS ARE ACTUALLY COMFORTABLE”? I at least certainly would rather click on that interview hahahaha. And thanks for the compliments on the wrap! It’s an 1860s Sontag 🥰
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  3551. Thanks so much! 🥰 I appreciate you sharing about your recent projects and can completely understand going and fixing certain parts by hand haha. Stepping back absolutely gives appreciation for the present 😊
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  3552. Thank you so much Maia! I try to imagine what might confuse me if I saw a video, and then make sure that doesn't happen by adding in supportive explanations and b-roll clips, if that makes any sense 😊
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  3553. Awww this is so sweet 🥺 thank you Amber! 🥰🥰🥰
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  3554. It's in the works!! :)
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  3555. Thank you so much! Have a ton of fun at the Almonte Celtfest, and how wonderful that this video arrived at the perfect timing!
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  3556. Thank you so much! I primarily buy fabric from an online shop in the U.K. called AmoThreads
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  3557. Thanks so much! This is all exactly what we do actually 🥰 she has another puppy she plays with too about her age and she loves it so much 😊
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  3558. Yes exactly! I find it extremely comfy being so upright, far more so then slouching or “relaxing” without a corset on. Glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  3559. Thank you for the kind comment Dreamer, and for the sub. I hope you and your family have a lovely winter time/holiday season as well 😊
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  3560. Thank you!! I don’t use any historical ink unfortunately, just a type of dip ink made in France which I’m now forgetting the name of. But I do have a really wonderful at-home desk inkwell that’s Victorian. I show it in my sewing room tour video 😊
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  3561. I had them 3.5 years ago and chopped them off completely and let my very short hair grow out to where it is now 😊
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  3562. So sweet! 💕
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  3563. Thank you so much! 😊
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  3564. I would personally wear more secondhand fur, more wool underlayers, more silk underlayers. Many Indigenous communities live in very cold areas and only wear natural fibres.
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  3565. I hope you’re enjoying the videos so far! 😊 For the wrapper I used Laughing Moon no. 118 for the pattern. If you look at my “Victorian meets Lord of the Rings” dress video, I show my process for sewing the wrapper there, not this specific one but another one of a similar cut I made using the same pattern. I’ve made about 5 of these wrappers now! 😅 I hope that’s helpful and thanks so much for watching🥰✨
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  3566. In the washing machine! They’re extremely durable. Some things I’ve been wearing for years. Theyre equivalent or even much stronger than machine stitching in my opinion, but the stitching needs to be done thoroughly and carefully.
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  3567. I love my friends channels' Lilja Husmo and Karolina Żebrowska. Also really love Nicole Rudolph, Morgan Donner, Elin Ambrahamsson.
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  3568. Thanks for watching! Empire style is a waistline under the bust yep. It was sort of a transitional style in the late 18th century to early 19th century. The waist line starts to rise around 1790s and then starts to drop again towards the natural waist by the 1820s. At that time stays or short stays were being worn. They’re a precursor to the corset as we know it in the Victorian era. For nursing, there are quite a few corset designs with lacing at the bust panels, but also at the time when stays were a thing, you can just easily lift the breasts above the line of the stays for nursing and it’s very comfortable, as the top of the stays sit at the apex of the bust. Those dresses around 29:00 are not wrappers but rather just day dresses to my knowledge. The purple one is 1840s and the other one is either 1850s or 60s
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  3569. I said wheat not meat :) I'm eating meat during the entire video.
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  3570. This is definitely really good advice! It also helps to keep the process and journey and progress realistic
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  3571. Thank you very much Tabitha! Xx
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  3572.  @EXO-L45  Lol, as a daily corset wearer, this type of stuff always cracks me up because it is just so incredibly normal to wear a corset if someone is used to it. 😂
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  3573. Thank you Mel! Electric sewing machines freak me out so I don’t have one. Hand sewing I find to just be so much more direct, precise, and relaxing too 😊
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  3574. Thanks so much for watching Cathy and Steve!! Proud to represent the lefties 😊
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  3575.  @stevezytveld6585  Hahaha! This happens more often than you'd think. I've done the same before too 😊 thanks for supporting my videos Cathy!
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  3576. Thank you Nato!
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  3577. Thank you! 🥰
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  3578. The alternative would've been pretty dangerous though haha
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  3579. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  3580. Thank you! I track mine based off the moon ☺️
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  3581. Thank you 🥰
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  3582. It's a goldmine! (As you know 😉) That would be a super fun project for you!
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  3583.  @SimpleDesertRose  my pleasure! See you next week 😊
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  3584. Thanks so much! I've been wanting to "make" an earasaid for a while, perhaps at some point soon since as you say, they don't even need to be sewn 😊
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  3585. Thank you! Nope, no dryer here. I don't even own one 😊
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  3586. Thank you Surya! 😊
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  3587. I live in a pretty humid place and when we have heat waves, I find I can be quite comfortable in historical clothes, especially linen and lightweight wool (called worsted wool historically). I think the benefit is that you don’t lose all your sweat so heat stroke is prevented as the body reabsorbs some of what it loses if that makes sense and then also less skin exposure so there’s less sun damage or direct sun contact.
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  3588. Thank you so much Lilja 💕 It's such a unique shade of green I feel
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  3589. So glad you enjoyed the video! Regarding arm mobility for mid-Victorian, I find it to be super easy to lift arms etc, but I'm guessing it depends on the style. Bishop sleeves of the 1850s and 60s I find easiest, and perhaps a close fit sleeve for a garment like a wrapper when it comes to the 1840s. I would experiment with adjusting the arm hole to see if it helps at all. Also I find mid-Victorian wrappers in general to be very arm movement friendly. I wear them constantly and have made 4 now 😊 I love the Laughing Moon pattern for them (no. 118).
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  3590. I really like her too! Lol
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  3591. Thanks so much for your comment Essi 🥰 I also thought for a long time it wouldn’t be possible to only hand sew clothing, so I was very surprised to discover you could when I started sewing about 2 years ago. It’s a wonderful and extremely freeing realisation to have 😊 all the best of luck (and joy) on your sewing journey! 💕
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  3592. Thank you for sharing it! 😊
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  3593. My pleasure! Jumps are super cool and I think underrated. I know that some costubers have made videos about their construction at least 😊
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  3594. You’ll love them! 🥰
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  3595. I can totally understand this! I do a lot of gardening, farming, pottery, etc in my historical clothes and I think the key is accepting they might get dirty but finding sturdy fabrics that will be simple to clean. Wool is actually great for this reason as a lot of it is machine washable today. Many working individuals wore linens, cottons, and wools, and they would get absolutely filthy in them but were able to wash the garments clean. I think aprons can be extremely helpful too as they’ll protect a lot of your skirts from dirt and debris and tend to be smaller so they’re less bulky to wash. Wool skirt and linen blouse combos is a super simple way to include some historical elements into a wardrobe, then with an apron on top for extra protection. The other thing that helps is keeping your hems shorter, at more of a working class length (often above the ankles). Most people weren’t wearing gowns that hit the floor or gowns with a train.
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  3596. It is much easier in a sense (at least I think so 😅). I wear all historical undergarments as they’re much comfort (split crotch drawers, chemise/shift, combinations, etc.) and for my back strengthening yoga, I generally do that in what I’d lounge around the house in, so either in a wrapper or something similar
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  3597. It's secondhand :) I got it in a random cheap lot of jewellery off of eBay a few years back.
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  3598. Only seeing this comment now for some reason. Thank you! I think it's important to get as much info as possible, even as not an expert 😊
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  3599. Thank you so much!!
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  3600. I didn’t! My life took a really unexpected series of turns this year so I’ve just been focused on having a consistent monophasic sleep schedule. I may try it out again though once I feel like my monophasic schedule is in a good place.
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  3601. There are more than two genders, always has been. Look to many Indigenous and non-Christian societies historically and the facts are all there. 2 genders is an extremely modern construct, and one heavily created by modern day Christianity. (Not to mention, inter-sex people exist and always have). Because we focus in this video on a heavily Christian part of the world and during a time and place where gender was not spoken about outside of the binary, I give the heads up. It’s not to apologise, it’s to ensure that people who don’t fit into the social construct of the gender binary still feel included in the conversation because this is a safe space for all genders and sexualities. What this isn’t a safe space for is transphobia. I greatly recommend you read up about the gender constructs of Indigenous and non-Christian societies historically, for instance reading up about two-spirit people. Have a nice day!
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  3602. Thank you so much! The muddy bank wasn't too slippery thankfully, just messy. I used a damp cloth and also waited for the mud to dry a bit to flake most of it off 😊 They're all clean now!
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  3603. Thank you!! :)
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  3604.  @stevezytveld6585  thank you ❤️
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  3605.  @emilyparker4316  it’s so scary, I can only imagine 😞
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  3606.  @princekrazie  Birchwood is my professional name and I was born in the states and my father is American so I don’t have a Russian surname. There are quite a few Cossacks by ethnicity! It’s just the dancing styles and artistic practices along with the traditional fighting styles are a lot more focused on that it can be easy for people to forget that Cossack is an ethnicity haha.
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  3607. So glad you enjoyed it! I’d love some bug pins too 😅
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  3608. I’m Central Asian (and reconstruct a lot of my ethnic group’s fashion.) I talk about it in the video.
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  3609. That’s not true. It’s by definition all historical fashion. It’s just that it has a tendency to be western centric, but that isn’t because of the definition.
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  3610. Not that Wikipedia is a “credible” source. But if you go to the page on historical fashion, it shows depictions of fashions from many different cultures, including outside of the west. That is why there is fashion history taught for many different cultures as well. It has nothing to do with just being a “western” thing.
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  3611. I’d say that isn’t because it doesn’t fit into the definition though, but because that’s what society has focused on (western historical fashion). The term “fashion history” is generally used interchangeably with historical fashion, or in very similar ways, and fashion history absolutely encompasses more than the west. It’s everything. I did indeed make a mistake with the wiki entry as I was redirected to the “History of clothing and textiles page” where it states, “The study of the history of clothing and textiles traces the development, use, and availability of clothing and textiles over human history. Clothing and textiles reflect the materials and technologies available in different civilizations at different times. The variety and distribution of clothing and textiles within a society reveal social customs and culture.” History of clothing is used here. Aka historical clothing. Which is also used interchangeably with historical fashion. There is no direct definition period online for historical fashion. It doesn’t exist in any dictionary from what I can find. So I’d argue that what it encompasses is dependent on each individual’s definition.
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  3612. Thank you Kathy! 😊
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  3613. ♥️♥️
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  3614. Thank you Nadia! Hand sewing is just so much more soothing (in my opinion)
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  3615. 🤣
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  3616. Thanks for the suggestion! I do other crafts as well like pottery and I’m getting into historical shoemaking too, so I’m sure that will unlock other practices also ☺️
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  3617. Thank you so much! You are so amazing too ❤️❤️❤️
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  3618. Definitely the perfect prank opportunity! Lol 🤣
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  3619. Thank you Reina! 😊
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  3620. Glad you enjoy the video! 😊
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  3621.  @lydiahilovska9474  Thank you! It's my professional name so I won't be changing it here 😊
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  3622. Thank you for that tip! I wear historical corsets under my historical clothing basically everyday and I find they help so, so much with keeping good posture whilst hand sewing and also reduce back pain tremendously. A work table set to a good height is so important! Something I too should use more 😅
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  3623. Humans are all unique, and yet humans are all connected by the fact we are all human. I'm simply expressing in this video my feelings and experiences in the moment they were happening :) Definitely washed everything before wearing too, thanks! :)
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  3624. Thanks so much for your constant support 😊
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  3625. I’m very sorry that this video isn’t misophonia friendly! I tried to cut out as much actual eating for whatever I could, but sometimes the conversation would be included with eating so it was a difficult task and I gave up on trying to cut out all of the noises.
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  3626.  @carolh3664  Thanks for the subtitles compliments! I spend a couple hours every video correcting the ones I order to make them better and more coherent/descriptive.
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  3627. Yes! I totally agree. Having a few projects in different stages on the go too is also great because then if one task becomes boring or redundant, another might feel more enjoyable in that moment. Or perhaps not crafting at all in that moment!
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  3628. They are featured in the two books I show in the video! “The Medieval Cookbook” by Maggie Black and “The Medieval Kitchen: A Social History with Recipes” by Hannele Klemettilä
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  3629. Awww thank you so so much! I'm very relieved that it didn't disappoint. There's always some pressure when you hype up a project a lot, so it's nice when it works out 🥰
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  3630. Those are both great uses for the corset! Fan lacing is brilliant, and so decorative too 🥰
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  3631. Thank you!! It’s one of my favourites to wear. So light and airy for summer also!
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  3632.  @juliantotriwijaya9208  ahhh I get it now haha
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  3633. It's very bunched up due to how much fabric is being compressed into a smaller surface area.
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  3634. So glad you enjoyed the video Katy! 🥰
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  3635. Thank you Lilja! 🥰
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  3636. Thanks so much Ryan! Natural bedding really is the best and I highly recommend Brooklinen as I am impressed. I definitely think the candlelight had a big part to do with why the experiment was so pleasant for me (overall). Not only did it noticeably quiet my mind a lot more, but I also actually felt tired at some point after I had been sewing for a while, as I’m guessing my brain wasn’t being stimulated by artificial light.
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  3637.  @QuartzSage  I use a wool duvet! I love it. I was surprised how many candles were sacrificed for the making of this video hahaha. I can only imagine how expensive it likely got for working class families historically, and time consuming too since many would roll or dip their own.
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  3638.  @PeppermintGlow  this comment made me laugh 😂
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  3639. Thanks so much Gracie! 😊
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  3640. Hahaha that’s awesome! 🥰
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  3641. I’m a very private person so I’m not comfortable with doing one, but thank you for the interest 😊
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  3642. On Google, there should be a similar one I’ve seen that another individual uploaded. Search “jowtes recipe” 🥰
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  3643. Thank you so much! Happy holidays 😊
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  3644. Thanks Erica! 😊
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  3645. Thanks so much for sharing your experience with corsets! I’ve had similar ones so I can very much relate. It is fascinating too that there seems to be more accurate corsets in theatre. Perhaps it isn’t Hollywood so they’re more focused on comfort rather than silhouette?
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  3646. I’m so glad you’re here too! Welcome to the channel 😊 it’s wonderful you’re discovering what you feel would work best for your own body. I’m so sorry you have to go through PCOS too! A few of my friends suffer from it and it can be so hard sometimes!
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  3647. I'm guessing you didn't watch to the final couple days of the video? 😅
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  3648. I agree! The “natural” marketing ploy can be very gimicky and greenwashy. That’s just it, everything works different for different people so no label like “natural” will work for all. And also like you said, non natural things are important too (like medications and your wheelchair!). Balance is key and figuring out what works best for you (general you). You make a fabulous point I’ve thought about with the sunscreen too, that physical sunscreens are not designed for people with darker skin tones. I’m glad this is changing (it’s about time).
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  3649. Thank you so much for watching! Luis Mojica’s work has been huge for my healing as well, so that’s lovely to hear you’ve been so impacted by it as well ❤️
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  3650. Unfortunately, I only know historical fashion as that’s all I’ve worn for some years now 😅 GibsonGirlDress on Etsy sells beautiful pieces from what I know. They’re all historical but seem quite wearable for modern times too.
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  3651. I wear historical fashion every day. My whole channel is full of videos about it. This is the only video where I don’t wear my usual style. I’m also wearing my usual style at the beginning and end.
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  3652. That’s a great system and a wonderful way to keep a goal while also not putting too much pressure on it. I think the only reason I sewed so many garments this year is just because I enjoy it so much, so I’m constantly sewing. And I go through bursts. I’ll sew whenever I have a spare minute for a few months, and then I might take a few weeks away from sewing. I fully believe though that everyone should only sew as much as is enjoyable, since it’s about the process anyways and not necessarily the final result, though being able to wear the final result is certainly a fun part too😊
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  3653.  @LualaDy  It is a massive achievement! Making your own clothing is something to be incredibly proud of 😊
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  3654. The egg replaces shampoo, so I just do exactly what I did in the video. Whisk the eggs, add them to my hair, rinse, and then do an apple cider vinegar rinse and then rinse with water again.
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  3655. Thank you Joëlle! It’s frustrating sometimes how resistance is a part of being human, so I hope that this video helps at least a little bit 😊
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  3656. Very clever 😊
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  3657. Thank you so much! I really appreciate that you recognise this. Honestly, I slept 2 hours last night because of how late I was up working on the edit 🥲 And then I had to get up and do my day job all day! Lol. The life of an artist. Going to finally be able to relax tonight 🥰
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  3658.  @22mononoke  Thank you ❤️❤️❤️ I definitely try to avoid lack of sleep like this as much as I can. I'm 25 now but every year I feel less and less capable of pulling an "all-nighter" so sleep becomes a priority 🥰😂
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  3659. Thank you! I have an old video on my channel about moths actually! I also now use parasitic wasps that target clothing moth species to further help control them and they work amazing. They’re microscopic so they can’t sting or anything haha.
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  3660. Thank you so much! I very much intend to do just that with this series 🥰 I have so many plans for the series in fact!
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  3661. thank you so much! 😊
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  3662. Exactly! The awareness needs to be there to prevent this from happening again and again like a broken record 😂
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  3663. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  3664. Thanks for the constructive criticism! This is the type of video I had the capacity for (as well as budget) at this time ☺️ I think as well the fact that the medieval video was shot in winter made a big difference, as I used candlelight a lot, and that tends to make a lot of shots more cinematic feeling. This time around almost all the shots were during the day.
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  3665. Thank you! 😊
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  3666. Thank you so much 😊
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  3667. Thanks for your comment Nataliya and kind words! It does indeed have marks on it, a hammer and sickle and then the 583 number you mention, so it must be gold 😊 A jeweller once told me it might be pink topaz, but who knows honestly! All the best from the UK 💕
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  3668. I get most of mine made by TheBoudoirKey and she’s amazing! Has a waitlist at the moment though I think 😊
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  3669. Thank you so much Cathy! The auto translate feature is definitely a super helpful one. Leatherworking sounds super cool and I could see it fitting in very well with sewing ❤️
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  3670.  @stevezytveld6585  ooooo I love the Hermes Birkin idea! How fun!
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  3671. Awww thank you! I’m so glad 🥰
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  3672. Hi DesertRose! Your daughter’s formal dress sounds amazing! How has it turned out? My apologies for the response delay by the way, I’ve been working really hard on new content for the channel. This video was posted with the regular content schedule, but the schedule is going to get a bit mixed up for November and December as I have extra content coming out this upcoming week too! I hope people will enjoy the extra video for November 🥰 I’m posting this week’s video in about an hour, so I hope you enjoy it!
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  3673. Thanks for your thoughtful comment Erica! It truly is amazing how there are so many different ways to construct the same garment, and no one way is correct or right.
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  3674. There’s a whole subreddit for this! I believe it’s called caperevolution
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  3675. Hi Amber! Thank you so much! I’m sorry your cloche-making was such a rough experience. Perhaps the next hat you make will go a little more smoothly? Happy holidays 😊
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  3676. Thank you so much 😊
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  3677. Thank you so much! 😊
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  3678. I was born in the states and my father is American, but I’m a Volga Tatar and learned Russian first. I’ve lived in Europe for the past 7 years or so and have used British spellings since I was a child. So it’s a big mix of things.
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  3679. Thanks so much Mel! And making clothing for your dolls sounds lovely 😊
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  3680. Glad you liked it!!
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  3681. Thank you!! ☺️
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  3682. So glad you enjoyed the video Joëlle! 🥰
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  3683. Glad you found the video informative 😄 the mantua maker’s seam is stronger than it may seem, though of course not as strong as the back stitch. Sometimes though historically people wouldn’t always use the strongest seam to get things done. The advantage of the mantua maker’s seam is that it’s fast. There’s another seam used historically too in the 18th century specifically called the English stitch (I have a tutorial on how to do it on my channel page in a separate video). It is equally as fast I’d say and stronger than the mantua maker’s seam. The mantua maker’s seam is also helpful to use for seams that won’t take a lot of stress, like the side seams of a skirt for instance. I’d recommend the English or back stitch for bodice seams and they can withstand a lot more tension.
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  3684. I get mine mostly made by TheBoudoirKey (but as a heads up I believe she may have a waitlist at the moment)
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  3685. Hahaha thank you! She sure is! Strangely, she barely sheds! I’ve only seen her ever she’d a few hairs this month, I have absolutely no idea why 😂
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  3686. The crinolines and bustles are quite flexible, so when you sit, they just fold up. It’s very comfortable actually! Also they would have been worn mostly by upper class (sometimes middle class people) so the working class generally just wore petticoats and in some job roles would potentially (at least in the 1860s) wear a smaller walking sized crinoline or bustle. They’re much more convenient understructures than one might think!
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  3687. The recipes are from copyrighted books, so I felt it would be unethical to give away the ingredient lists as I’d rather people go and support the independent authors who worked hard on their books. Part of why I included the recipe names on-screen, however, is so that people could Google them and perhaps there may be some other interpretations of the original recipes for free online. There is certainly one for Jowtes for instance.
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  3688. Merci! 😊
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  3689. Thank you 😊
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  3690. Thank you so much! I think historical fashion and handsewing can bring to light a lot of important topics, and at least for me, it deeply aligned with my values as a Tibetan Buddhist — choosing clothing practices that are more mindful and present, being deeply connected with that which you create and make, being connected with nature and the need to protect the environment, protecting worker’s rights and supporting people in vulnerable positions, and finally living a life of authenticity regardless of external commentary. Historical fashion, and slow clothing practices in general, I believe can serve as a gateway to a more mindful and compassionate life. And in my case, as a Tatar, it also serves as a brilliant way for me to connect deeper with my ancestors. I’m grateful you entered the video with an open mind.
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  3691. During the second half of the 19th century, styles actually would sometimes change a lot from year to year, at least amongst the wealthiest and what was deemed most fashionable. For example, 1890 looks totally different than 1893.
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  3692. Thanks for watching! Regency isn’t a period I know as well as say mid-late Victorian, so I have no idea honestly! I know glove stretchers were often used, so perhaps that had to do with the smaller sizing as they’d be stretched anyways. I definitely want to do a glove video at some point as it’s a very fascinating aspect of history. Nicole Rudolph also has a brilliant video about gloves that I highly recommend, mainly on how to make and wear them.
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  3693. I don’t think it’d work the same, as oilskin undergoes a specialised manufacturing process. I’ve never made it before though so I wouldn’t be able to give specifics on how it’s done! I think there might be a video or two on YouTube that talks about how to make oilskin.
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  3694. Thanks so much Haimon! Have a lovely holiday season 😊
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  3695. Awww thank you so much! I really appreciate it. I ended up finishing the entire ensemble in a later video, so I hope you enjoy that one too 🥰
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  3696. I have actually! You can see a sponsorship I did with them from a few years ago on one of my old videos and I've been playing since as I genuinely enjoy the game 🙂
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  3697.  @jaehaywardkent  thank you, I’ll have to try some more out then 😊
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  3698. Thank you Catherine, that’s very much appreciated!
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  3699. Thank you!!♥️
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  3700. Thank you! Agreed, it’s such a beautiful way to connect with the past.
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  3701.  @noblethoughts4500  thank you ❤️ the video will be out in May!
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  3702. Awww that is all so sweet, thank you so much Bella! ❤️🥰
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  3703. Thank you! While the costumes in Gone with the Wind are lovely, they’re a bit too “costumy” for me, as I’ll be wearing most of what sew as everyday garments. So I try to mainly make things that are easy to turn into various looks or to embellish and then also simplify depending on the event/occasion 😊
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  3704. The belting makes it so that the fabric sort of folds on itself at the sides, therefore you don’t see the ribs.
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  3705. Thank you so much Cathy 😊 happy holiday season to you as well and take care!
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  3706. Hi! Thanks so much! I machine wash both silk and linen thread that I’ve used in garments and haven’t had any problems with shrinking!
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  3707. Thank you so much! I actually follow you on Instagram and love seeing your collection/wares 🥰 My collection has expanded a lot more since this video, so I probably need to do an updated one soon, as I got really heavily into collecting antique jewellery (mostly Victorian) this past year 😊
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  3708. Thank you! That's a huge compliment 😊
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  3709. A lot of us in the historical fashion community are historical style not historical values (well the “values” people generally associate with historical stuff in the West)😊
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  3710. Yes absolutely! Very emotionally supportive 😊
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  3711. Hahaha both of these facts are so cool! Thanks so much for sharing them 😊
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  3712. It’s true though. You can walk very far in stays/a corset. I basically always hike in mine and for many many miles, and it actually helps a lot!
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  3713. Thank you haha 🥰
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  3714. Thank you 🥰♥️
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  3715. Thank you so much! Just to let you know, us Volga Tatars are a Turkic ethnic group (and many of us are Central Asian) not Slavic 😊 Slavic clothes are beautiful though!
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  3716. Thank you 😊
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  3717. Thanks so much! I’ll check it out 😊
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  3718. Thank you GiGi! 😊
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  3719. Thank you 😊 It's taken a long time, and a lot of therapy, to get here 🥰
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  3720. I can very much understand that feeling! Haha 😂
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  3721. Thanks so much! Russian is my first language as I’m a Tatar ☺️
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  3722. I believe it’s quite common knowledge that servants did a ton of the work in middle and upper class Victorian households.
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  3723. Thanks for watching 😊
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  3724. A very good point. Since it is very "Hollywood", the unrealistic beauty standards definitely had to play a role in it. It permeates all throughout society after all.
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  3725. Thanks a ton Cathy! And thanks for tips about pleating 😊
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  3726. Thanks so much Catherine! The next garment construction video I'll be posting pairs up with the base layers of the Berry Dress actually, so I'll definitely be sure to show off the buttons here then 😊
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  3727. Ahh thanks so much! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  3728. It definitely is!!
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  3729. Thank you so much DesertRose! I think you’re definitely right about investing in some proper tools, like wire cutters! If I’ll be making any more hats, it’s time 😊 also definitely want to get a bias tape maker as well. I have some pinking shears, though they need a good oil and also I want to get a scalloped pair at some point 😊 Thanks for the suggestions and well wishes and I hope you have a wonderful Christmas surrounded by your loved ones 💕
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  3730. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  3731. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  3732. All my friends know I wear historical fashion and have a deep interest in sustainability, so they don’t 😊
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  3733. That sounds so wonderful!! Please email me a picture of it once it’s done if you’d like to! 🥰
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  3734. Awww that’s so sad! It can sometimes happen. One of the tracks on my music has a copyright claim (someone claimed it) even though it’s my song lol
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  3735. Thank you so much Mel! 🥰
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  3736. That’s lovely that you’re in the U.K. as well. Your current sewing project sounds like a lot of fun!
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  3737. It's actually a strangely beautiful century right?! I have no idea why it is so forgotten about haha.
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  3738. Thank you so much! 😊
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  3739. Menstruation is unfortunately not even well documented amongst well-researched European countries (like Britain etc.) and it’s hard to find info, that I think it’d be near impossible to find info on Volga Tatar menstruation. It is very difficult to even find information on Volga Tatar clothing, which is part of why my research has been so slow. One of the two main books on the topic I own is out of print for instance, and I just happened to find a random copy online and got so lucky. This is very common amongst many Indigenous historical fashions due to what has happened over the many hundreds of years. My guess, however, is they perhaps free bled into the ыштан. The wide cut creates a lot of excess material at the crotch that could catch blood, though of course flows vary greatly. Within European historical fashion discussions, it is theorised that because pregnancy, nursing, and a very active lifestyle was so common, menstruation overall may have been lighter and less frequent. I wouldn’t be surprised if this theory carried over to the Volga Tatars who also lived very active lifestyles. It is also possible to create a historical menstruation apron of sorts with a diaper weave linen and a wool, and I use them myself and they work very well! There’s no evidence though that Volga Tatars wore something similar which is why my first guess would be free bleeding.
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  3740. The video isn't reenactment and regardless I eat upperclass food. All the best!
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  3741. Thank you!! You’ve got this 😄
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  3742. It’s an apt word for the movie’s gents! 🥰🤣
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  3743. It sounds like you honestly did SO much though from my perspective! 🥰 most of all you looked after yourself, your health, and connected with your daughter. Those are some of the most “productive” things we can do in my opinion ❤️ I’m also super big on the ferments! Lol. A healthy gut is a healthy mind as they say 🤣 Thanks so much for your ongoing support! 💕 there will definitely be more of Rúna to come too 😉
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  3744. I’m so sorry about your spinal injuries! Lovely to hear how much they have helped you 🥰
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  3745. Thank you so much 🥰
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  3746. They were....fun 😂
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  3747. Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video. The wallpaper looks like an old William Morris print.
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  3748. Thank you! It's gathered yes :)
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  3749. I didn’t make it myself so sadly I’m not sure which pattern it is 🥺 the blouse is a Garibaldi blouse I made, and the skirt I didn’t make but it’s a standard pleated working class skirt that uses knife pleats secured then to a waistband 😊
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  3750. Hi Audri! Thanks so much for your kind words. I grew up with many financial struggles and have had to be very financially conscious into adulthood, so it matters to me that this hobby is as accessible as possible, because there are ways to make it more so 😊 I hope you’re keeping well! Vasi
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  3751. That sounds amazing! Thank you! 😊
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  3752. Yeah! Season 2 doesn't seem to have any pics online of her corset/stays.
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  3753. Thanks for your feedback! I deliberately chose to undertake this challenge in a way that I would still be somewhat comfortable and would remain true to me, as I don’t feel comfortable showing a lot of skin and so I wouldn’t have worn shorts or short skirts regardless. A lot of people who wear modern fashion don't as well because it just isn't comfortable for them.
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  3754. Thank you very much Pia! All the best on your sewing journey 😊
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  3755. Thank you Jae!! So glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 I tried to loosely pattern the format after Anthony Padilla funnily enough haha.
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  3756. Haha a clever use of olde 😊 I'm guessing they would just naturally wake up at a certain time, likely even as a household. I suppose if many people in your village or community are waking up in the middle of the night, and you've been sleeping like that your entire life, you get more accustomed to it.
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  3757. Thank you! I’m more familiar with ethnic dress as I’m an ethnic minority in Russia, so I’ll be covering more so aspects of ethnic dress! I’ve already done one video on the Cossack bashlik :)
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  3758. Yep! I’ve spoken about it in a few videos, but only now finally managed to complete a garment, as I’ve been researching historical Volga Tatar dress since last year 😊
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  3759. Hahaha yes, especially the gold shoes and fetish boots! 🤣
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  3760. Thanks so much Cathy! The progress is at a standstill, but hopefully there will be some more movement next week 😊
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  3761. Thanks so much Beth! It’s really lovely to hear how slow living also helps anchor you in a chaotic world too 🥰
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  3762. Would be so fun!
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  3763. That makes sense! I knew most or all bird species in the U.K. are protected, but I wasn’t sure about other places. I suppose someone could make hummingbirds out of clay and paint them very realistically for earrings
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  3764. Thank you very much!
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  3765. Merci beaucoup!!
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  3766. Thank you! :) Agreed, it's such a great way to connect with our ancestors.
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  3767. Thank you so much!!
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  3768. TheBoudoirKey on Etsy makes my corsets, though she has a waitlist at the moment I believe 😊
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  3769. Hahahaha thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊 it was a lot of fun to shoot
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  3770. I think they're great choices!
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  3771. Thank you! 🥰
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  3772. Thank you! 😊
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  3773. Thank you!!
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  3774. I knew it as a number or pound sign as well as I’m nearly 26! So I grew up before cellphones and Instagram (but just barely)
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  3775. That’s so cool! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  3776. It’s a gorgeous gown!
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  3777. Thank you!! 😊 I don’t have a video on the cycling bloomers unfortunately. I used a pattern by Reconstructing History though if that’s any help 🥰
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  3778. Thank you!! I hope you’re well 🥰
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  3779.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  that’s wonderful to hear! 😊 Oooo how cool! Which creator was it? 🥰 Thank you so much!
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  3780. Aww thank you so much Gloria! Bulgarian folk dress sounds amazing. With regards to finding real materials, there’s a site called Fabric Mart that sells deadstock fabrics and you can filtre by natural fibres, and then for very “historically accurate” options there’s Burnley and Trowbridge. There’s also a silk supplier called Fancy Styles Fabric that does a live stream on Instagram typically weekly where they sell all their off cuts and leftovers which can often mean really amazing deals on high quality and unique silk. Is the “kenar” fabric perhaps buckram?
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  3781. Thank you! It’s called a sontag 😊
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  3782. I don’t coat them myself nor encourage it 😊 this is pre-made oilskin and it has passed all safety checks and fire safety regulations in order to be sold on the market in the U.K. There are a lot of fire safety issues with materials like polyester too, and yet that is worn by a significant portion of the world. It’s also a petroleum based product.
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  3783. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  3784. Yep, some type of historical clothing every day. A lot of historical clothing looks pretty unapparent as well, especially when you go further back in history.
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  3785. What an amazing goal to have too! 🥰
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  3786. Merci beaucoup!
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  3787. Please read the pinned comment, thanks 😊
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  3788. Thanks so much Catherine! That style of log book sounds like a wonderful idea.
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  3789. Definitely be gentle with yourself 💕 you’ll get back around to it when you’re ready. Sometimes the spark just isn’t there and that’s okay 😊
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  3790. Yesss the low level stereotype plays such a big role in it all, which is also why it’s so important for people that have had positive experiences with corsetry to speak out
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  3791. Ooooo you almost got me there! 🤣 so sweet though, thank you Lilja! I have a lot of future plans with this series so hopefully I’ll introduce some individuals that you haven’t heard of yet 🥰
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  3792. Thank you Natalie! The photograph pendant is one of my favourites 😉
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  3793. Thank you so much 🥰
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  3794. YouTube guidelines. Many channels have had their videos censored for showing nude art. My income directly correlates to my videos, and I have to take precautions in order to make sure I can keep food on my table. I hate this type of censorship, but I don’t have a choice. I would recommend reading some Reddit forums about people’s experiences with this exact thing and the types of precautions creators are forced to take.
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  3795. Thank you so much 😊 Take care!!
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  3796. Welcome to the channel! Thank you so much for your comment 😊 The new video will be out Thursday!
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  3797. I have a Q&A video!
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  3798. Yes!! DeVere are amazing.
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  3799.  @alexbartschi602  I think you have to go in with an open mind and not expecting Tolkien if that makes sense lol. It has some beautiful costumes though and really deep and poetic symbolism behind the dialogue
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  3800. I’d recommend linen or cotton!
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  3801. Thank you, DesertRose! 😊 It definitely requires patience, but honestly I find that while I am hand sewing I lose track of how long has passed as I really just love it that much. That's a brilliant idea! Thank you so, so much! I think in the future, I may also just make a strap or band using more of a Georgian construction method, with tucking under the seam allowances wrong sides to wrong sides and whip stitching. As that would remove the need to turn altogether.
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  3802. @Natalie Stanchevski  Ah that's awesome! Thank you for sharing your heritage. I'll have to do some more research into the Vlachs. My family is an ethnic group as well, the Russian Tatars, but more the ones that are from Mongolian and Middle Eastern decent (since there are a variety of groups of Tatars). My grandmother even still speaks Tatar, but I unfortunately never learned it. That piece sounds lovely and I'm sure it has some really special memories attached 😊
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  3803.  @nataliestanski  Hahaha it's great you're a nerd about this stuff, as so am I 😊 Many of the stans as well use versions of the Cyrillic alphabet, it's quite interesting to see how prevelant it is in fact in that part of the world. It's crazy two how two languages in very close proximity, like Macedonian and Vlach, can have completely different roots and origins. It makes you ponder how it all happened in history, as there was probably some reason. Thanks for sharing all this, very fascinating.
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  3804. I just turned 25 😊
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  3805. Well there really are no rules nowadays. You can wear whatever you’d like to. Day dresses are always a nice option because they’re very versatile. Riding habits or walking suits could also work too. For evening events, considering that even the most “casual” historical attire would be considered quite formal now, really just anything that your heart desires. The most important thing is that you enjoy wearing the garments you’re making, the rest really doesn’t matter in our world because we live in a completely different time now.
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  3806. Absolutely! It’s completely customisable to whatever you want to make it with. Also it’s an under petticoat, but for an outer petticoat with 18th century, it would be a similar design, just full length and then there would be two side openings and two sets of ties, one to secure to the front of your waist, and one to secure to the back.
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  3807. If you google “layers of 18th century clothing” it may help to explain better the different elements. I would recommend just doing as much research and reading on the topic as you can, and look at lots of images of the clothes to get a sense for how it was. To get started, I’d recommend buying patterns as that will be the easiest way to get familiar with the shapes.
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  3808. Hahaha thank you! I’m glad you’re feeling a little emotionally invested in this project too, so that I’m not the only one that is 😂 there are more puns where that came from!
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  3809. That’s a wonderful idea! I suppose that’s always the risk with spending so much time hand crafting, but it’s great you’ll have another use for what you knitted!
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  3810. Thank you!!
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  3811. I did a lot to make sure the hay was evenly spread, I just didn’t include every bit in the video. I spent a solid 30 mins jumping on the mattress to break down the hay, as well as shaking it and working the mattress with my hands.
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  3812. I'm just wheat sensitive (not a full-blown allergy, but I have some symptoms that aren't very comfortable crop up when I eat wheat). I've tried spelt and einkorn as well, and they're a bit better, but I still end up with some issues. I notice my food sensitivities fluctuate as well depending on how my chronic health issues are doing. With rye, oats, barley, etc. I have no problems :)
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  3813. Hahaha thanks so much!
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  3814. It's my content style 😂
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  3815. I mentioned footwear in the very beginning. I also recently made Iron Age shoes on my channel, which is essentially the type of shoes I intend to wear for my main hiking experiment, except I'll remake them slightly differently and with a thicker leather.
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  3816. That sigh at 11:48 was my entire 2020 lol
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  3817. To make, it requires understand your own body’s fit quite well and making adjustments. I don’t make corsets personally because I don’t feel that I understand my body’s fit yet in that way. With regards to buying one, there are some places that make bespoke corsetry. My corset maker is TheBoudoirKey for instance, and she takes all my measurements and drafts a corset accordingly. I’ve also heard good things about RedThreaded. I basically have a corset fund where I set aside a little money each month to be able to save up for a custom corset since I get so much use out of them and they’re my everyday underwear 😊
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  3818. Thank you Skirted Galleons! That actually sounds like a very fun and comfortable combination 😂
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  3819. Glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  3820. Awww thank you very much Cara! I really appreciate that very much 😊
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  3821. ...Or am I?
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  3822. Thank you so much KB! How wonderful that you’ve collected vintage for years 😊 do you still have a collection now?
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  3823. I was on low FODMAP for a while, so I think about it often! ☺️
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  3824. That’s a wonderful compliment, thank you! Fashion history has a ton to do with history and also social hierarchy of people in the past and behaviour, so I find there is a lot of cross over with pure history.
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  3825.  @tomaszwota1465  Hahahaha I could definitely give it a try, but due to my lack of experience, it would be so much speculation and assumption, as I don’t put the dress into practice myself. A lot of women’s historical clothing though was inspired by men’s, so there is some crossover. I’ll definitely think about it though. I’d recommend checking out Zack Pinsent for the time being :)
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  3826. That’s a very good point! Wearing historical fashion is just different. It’s still comfortable but it’s a different sort of supported comfort. And a big part of experiencing that comfort is going into the experience with an open mind.
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  3827. Hahaha thank you! Now that’d be quite the job 😅
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  3828. Thank you so much Mel! 🥰
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  3829. Thank you very much 😊
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  3830. Thanks so much Erica! She’s been pretty good thankfully, just minimal damage 😊
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  3831. Thank you! 😊
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  3832. Thank you, Lilja! ❤️
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  3833. I see you!! 🥰 I check all my comments, and try to respond to all of them too 😊 I very much agree with what you're saying too. Blaming discomfort on all corsets is just far too general. There's usually a reason deeper than it just being a corset.
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  3834. Thank you!! 🥰
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  3835. In the video, I show the back of it when displaying the supplies, it has a clip much like a scarf clip 😊 the suffragette colours were a happy coincidence but I’m happy it turned out so! Thanks so much! Surprisingly the vet actually said she’s almost done growing, so she’s going to be a forever puppy 😂
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  3836. Thank you! 😊
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  3837. So glad it’s useful! 😊
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  3838. Thank you so much! Such a cool pattern right!? It’s become such a go-to, and the best part about working with the same pattern again and again is that every time it gets easier because it becomes so instinctual and you can avoid prior mistakes haha
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  3839. Thanks so much Mayamoona! ❤️
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  3840. Gloves were sometimes worn along with the muff 😊 that’s how I like to wear it personally. A pair a gloves and then a muff over that.
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  3841. It’s exactly like the butterfly effect 😂 but I suppose most of life is that way anyways haha
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  3842. It's true! I haven't noticed much talking about purses/handbags either (outside the Regency reticule or the tie-on pockets of the 18th century). There are so many underrated historical accessories honestly, the muff being one of them but I'm biased 😊 That's a really interesting theory. I'm sure that probably did play a role. Though there are pockets in 19th and 18th-century coats (and earlier I'm sure too, but I know pretty much nothing about clothes before the 1700s haha) those pockets could have maybe been used a little to keep hands warm, though perhaps they were smaller in size and so not as convenient for people? Also, I guess a lot of them were false pockets or decorative items, so that certainly doesn't help for hand warmth. Maybe you could be a Muffia honourary member? I.e. you don't actually have to wear muffs, but you can still be a part of the community 😂
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  3843. Thank you sweetie, big hugs ❣
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  3844.  @SimpleDesertRose  see you next week! 💕
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  3845. Some do some don’t. Lacto vegetarians don’t for instance ☺️
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  3846. It’s definitely very comparable with breaking in leather shoes!
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  3847. Thank you! It’s called a Sontag, was very popular in the 1860s. I commissioned a friend of mine to knit it so I can’t say how it’s made exactly, but they used the Sontag pattern in The Victorian Dressmaker 2 for inspiration 😊
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  3848. I'm so glad you're here! 😊
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  3849. ...Or is it? 😉
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  3850. Well done Luna! And thank you very much, I really appreciate that. Sadly in wars the everyday citizens pay the price for the few elite politicians 😞 hopefully there will be peace swiftly.
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  3851. I specifically address this frequent topic in my video and how I found evidence of the orange carrot from the 6th century CE (which was referencing something from the 1st century CE).
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  3852.  @kristidaemon4709  It takes time definitely, but I also end up mending and repairing the garment until it's in complete shreds, so the longevity I get out of one garment is far greater, and I'm also happier with fewer clothes since it makes you realise that we really don't need most of the clothes the average person owns (and I don't have to worry about what's in fashion or any trends because historical doesn't follow them anyways! haha)
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  3853. Hahahaha thank you 💕 it really does!! I forgot to use the trick on one of the corners and it was so much less satisfying than all the others lol
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  3854. Thanks so much Katherine! I totally agree with you that it would look super cute with a garibaldi blouse. I was planning to make one out of burgundy actually, so while a very Christmassy combo, it may look good with this skirt 😊 you definitely should go for it, it’s such a wearable set of garments.
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  3855. Dear Catherine, This sounds like fun! I still offer 1-1 “lessons” but really they can be anything. It’d be quite fun at some point to host a sew-along perhaps. I have no idea on which platform or when, but I’ll have a brainstorm about it. Feel free always as well to send me an email to vbirchwoodhistorical at gmail dot com (Put “at” and “dot com” instead of the symbols so my comment doesn’t get taken down 🥰)
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  3856. Thank you!! I got mine from William Gee in the U.K., but you can get it from many different places if you search “1 inch grid paper” or “dot and cross paper”. Just make sure to measure the spacing before using the paper to ensure it’s accurate and truly 1x1 inches
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  3857. And thank you for watching! 😁
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  3858. Hahaha it’s quite a magical tree, isn’t it? An ancient beauty.
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  3859. Hahaha that’s a hilarious thought! So glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  3860. Thank you! 😊 and thanks for the correction on the word! I’ve started working to say it mentally as grow-grain now 😉
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  3861. Hey I totally get it! It can be fascinating just to see other people’s perspectives about all sorts of things haha
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  3862. Not accepting and including people of all genders and sexualities in conversations and life in general is actually what’s sad. Have a nice day!
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  3863. I have them tucked away in a box 😊This is a great use for them, thanks!
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  3864. Thank you!! Always great to hear that big LOTR fans approve of the crossover! 😊
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  3865. Hahaha glad you enjoyed it! I was re-watching LotR, and so felt inspired.
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  3866. Thank you! I shall have a listen
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  3867. My father lives very far away and very, very rurally. Also just out of respect for his privacy, and also because I was curious as well about my other ethnic breakdown with my maternal side. I plan to buy my father a MyHeritage kit at some point when I next see him, but it’s been over 4 years since we’ve seen eachother.
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  3868. This is why I stick to wearing my own style of historical clothing! 😂
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  3869. Thank you so much! :)
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  3870. This is my content and I get to approach it in a way that feels authentic to myself. If you read other comments, many others enjoy the additional information. Not everyone is going to like someone's videos and that's okay. Take care :)
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  3871. Thank you! I did do this as well, but it still was pressing kind of at the middle so it was making them look…interesting haha. Once I added in the insert, that took care of the issue, especially after lifting them up ☺️
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  3872. Thank you very much, Maia! 😊I really appreciate your ongoing support!
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  3873. Thank you! ☺️
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  3874. Thank you!! ☺️ for the hair wrap, I first put my hair up in a bun and pinned it a bunch. Then I took a long strip of linen cloth and tied it under the nape of my neck. I then wrapped the ends, using my bun as a sort of guide and took a bunch of dress pins and secured the ends to my head, pinning one layer of fabric to the base layer I wrapped around. Hope that makes sense!
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  3875. Thank you for listening ❤
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  3876. Terracotta is a GREAT colour! Thanks so much! It made me very emotional actually when I first tried on the mock-up and it fit like a glove without alterations.
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  3877. Thanks so much! Have a nice work day 😊
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  3878. Welcome to the channel! Happy to have you here. Thanks so much for your kind comment. I think at the end of the day, we all should just wear what brings us joy, regardless of what is on-trend, etc. I'm glad that you express that you follow this as well, by wearing whatever it is that you enjoy. I'm not sure how many people wear full-on historical clothing daily, though I do know of at least a handful around the internet (and I'm sure more must exist outside of the internet), but historybounding or historically-inspired clothing has become madly popular in the past year or two, and people are finding incredibly clever ways to incorporate historical elements into their contemporary wardrobes, which I think is beautiful. I greatly appreciate you taking a look at this video and for your kind words about it, it means a lot to me, and finally thank you for the subscribe 😊
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  3879.  @sixstringedthing  I definitely do think some people may have gotten into historical costuming/historybounding because of cosplay. Also, I think reenactment events are commonly a way that someone might get into historical fashion. I've personally never been drawn to cosplay, though I can see why others are, as it does look like a lot of fun, especially if you really connect with a character. I've also never gone to any reenactment events. There are a number of reasons why I started wearing historical clothing a couple of years ago (I'm actually going to make a video explaining about this soon!) but one of the biggest was for sustainability reasons. I wanted to curate a wardrobe of quality clothing that I could mend/repair/alter and that would be made very slowly either by me, or by other independent dressmakers/crafters to try and reduce my footprint on this world as much as possible. Absolutely though, the pandemic has probably opened people up to new worlds and new interests, which is a strange positive to come out of this otherwise very difficult and tragic situation. Also, I think people are just spending a lot more time on platforms like Youtube, which helps to get "obscure" niche videos more exposure, just due to sheer demand. None of my own wearable wardrobe is antique (as I only collect antique clothes for study, as I just find them to be too risky to wear due to being difficult to clean and extremely delicate) but antique jewellry is an entirely different matter because of how sturdy it is. I'm happy to hear you'd be interested in seeing the jewellry collection, as this is definitely something I'd like to share in the future. Thanks so much for your thoughtful comment :)
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  3880. How awesome that you can use this method for drawing a mural too, but that honestly makes perfect sense since it’s still accurately transferring a specific shape. So cool! Thanks for your comment 🥰
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  3881. Thank you Kass ❤️
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  3882. It’s my pleasure! And thank you very much Theresa! I am feeling better already luckily, the timing just didn’t work out with the other video so it’s soon to come 😊
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  3883. Thank you! 🥰
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  3884. Yeah absolutely! I mention this at the end of the video because it’s the most uncomfortable part to hear about
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  3885. That’s so beautiful to hear Makeda ❤️ I often wonder if it’s because human brains have a hard time conceptualising really large numbers? Hundreds of years ago is a pretty hard thing to imagine honestly and it can feel so far removed from who we are today, yet there are still so many similarities but I think that thought sometimes makes people uncomfortable lol 😂
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  3886. I’d recommend Vintagebursche (YouTube channel)
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  3887. Same fabric according to Google, however there's no adhesive on moleskin fabric that you use for sewing.
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  3888. Thank you so much Kat!! 🥰
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  3889. Hey! Please be nice. I am following the instructions as they’re written in the book. It’s likely that the Victorians may have consumed the ice cream this solid as well so it would keep longer at parties, and then perhaps even created a sort of shaved ice.
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  3890. Glad you enjoyed the video! I have a video on my channel showing my historically inspired makeup routine and another video showing how I wash my hair a historical way.
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  3891. Thanks so much! ❤️ No grape earrings yet but I have my eyes peeled 🥰 thanks for sharing about the homeschool adventures of your children too!
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  3892.  @Boselaphus  Yeah, I'd say that's still a historical replica, albeit one made using practices as close to historical as possible, because the original garment isn't based off of the style or practices, rather whether or not it is an antique extant. Original garments were once upon a time just garments, and the practices used were just normal, every day practices for those individuals.
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  3893. Bleeding into garments not designed for menstruation or sitting over a towel/cloth are also defined as free bleeding. Many free bleeders have found methods that make it far less messy. Additionally, historically breastfeeding and pregnancy were typically a frequent occurrence, meaning potentially fewer periods. Malnourishment and extreme amounts of exercise are also additional factors that can contribute to lighter periods. I don’t think we can look at historical menstruation from the lens of modern interpretation. There are so many potential factors at play, and considering that people of the past were deeply intelligent, I’m certain they would have had their own systems in place that would best suit their needs as well as what was accessible.
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  3894.  @jasmadams  acknowledging one thing as true doesn’t automatically negate other truths. Both the past and present can be problematic. I merely expressed this nuance due to the fact that many romanticise the past. I am not one of those people. I like to take what is useful from the past and recognise as well there are many things in history that need not be repeated.
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  3895. Thank you so much, this is such a beautiful comment! Sending warmth your way ❤
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  3896. Thanks Pye 😊
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  3897. Thanks so much Melanie! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  3898. Thanks so much Nato! 😊
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  3899. Thank you! I’ll definitely be wearing this one a lot 😊 that’s typically why I also choose more practical designs, because I don’t want to have to clean a train all the time etc, so things like riding habits and walking suits or day gowns are perfect.
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  3900. Thank you so so much Ms. Pennywhistle! She is such a little baby hahaha
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  3901. Eggs are super affordable in Europe!
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  3902. Thank you so much Sua!😊 it definitely feels like something I’m going to get so much use out of wearing in the future!!
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  3903. Thank you P0nyl0ve! 😊
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  3904. Yep, it’s all sorted now! 🥰 thank you so much!
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  3905. Lol, what an amazing aesthetic title 😂😊
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  3906. I agree! Or just using short stays to achieve the same bust lift
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  3907.  @haimonhaimatoloichos2537  ah that’s amazing! Thanks for the update, I really appreciate hearing these types of stories 😊
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  3908.  @haimonhaimatoloichos2537  this is so awesome to hear!! It’s great that you’re following your passions. Yes, please let me know when you set up your Instagram page.
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  3909. awww thank you! That’s very much appreciated! 😊
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  3910. Thanks so much Catherine! I hope you slept well.
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  3911. Ahh thank you! 😊
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  3912. Hi Jane! Thanks so much. I can totally understand your frustration and your desire to wear comfortable and long-lasting clothes. I plan to at some point break down the undergarments at least of Victorian and Georgian fashion during certain periods, but that’s actually a really great idea for Patreon posts as well, as I’d be able to complete that more in a blog format. What periods in specific are you interested in? The undergarments vary a bit depending on when it is.
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  3913. Great to know! With regards to maternity corsets, they didn’t really have a specific name or even really design until the later Victorian period, as mostly corsets would sometimes just be made with those slide slits or breast feeding slits that would lace up. Sadly, there’s very limited resources on historical maternity corsetry/maternity wear, which is part of why I also really wanted to release this maternity wear video as it’s a topic that’s seriously lacking. My best recommendation would be to Google some articles written on maternity corsets, as you might be able to find some info there, but also be prepared to find some really hysterical articles that are a bit appalling (and generally not written by historians lol). Lightly boned jumps (an 18th century garment) are also really practical for maternity wear, as they offer a little support but aren’t tight. I have seen a YouTube video of an individual wearing stays they made during pregnancy as well. If you search 18th Century Maternity Stays by Katherine Sewing on YT, you should be able to find it 😊 essentially all historical clothing pretty much had to be modifiable into maternity clothing, since pregnancy was such a natural and regular part of life for most women, so the majority of undergarments can be modified to accommodate pregnancy. Thanks so much for your support and I appreciate your future Patronage already 😊 comments can definitely get overwhelming at times but I love interacting with everyone, so it’s worth it!
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  3914. Totally agreed! Of course, there's that nice balance where we shouldn't overwork ourselves too, but I think that the divine inspiration often doesn't strike, and that's okay. It makes it all the more lovely when it does, but I think it's just an impossible expectation that artists place upon themselves – to be inspired and ready to create all of the time. No one can do that! 😂
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  3915. Most of this video is shot with just candlelight
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  3916. Hey, nothing wrong with that! I think it’s great that people get to do whatever they want to.
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  3917. @agpaok0704 thank you for your comment! There’s a really interesting article from “Science” (the organisation) where they talk about the DNA links, and they express that through samples collected and tested, there appeared to be more genetic links from Mycenaeans and Minoans. You may enjoy the article as well: https://www.science.org/content/article/greeks-really-do-have-near-mythical-origins-ancient-dna-reveals But I do really appreciate your input about this. There’s a lot of contradictory information to navigate through on the internet, and since I’m not a historian and just research historical topics because of my own interests, naturally I miss things.
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  3918. That has to be worth it for the memories and heart warming! 🥰
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  3919. Definitely more to come! 😊
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  3920. Thanks for your patience with my reply! Yes, feathers is a delicacy for them it seems. I think a lot of silk is treated with a moth-preventative chemical when it is stored in a warehouse, and perhaps that's why they don't go after silks as much? Especially since a lot of silks have to be dry cleaned, and moths hate garments that have been dry cleaned because of I think the taste. They are indeed kind of cute, but yes, as you say, scary haha. Cedar is a great tip! 😊
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  3921. Thank you so so much!! 🥰 your gown sounds absolutely lovely. I’m sure it’ll be wonderful!
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  3922. How lovely! I bet the set is beautiful. Brooches are a brilliant way to add a little more historical flare.
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  3923. Haha thank you Pati! 😊Oh no! Have you considered a lighter cream blush instead that you can also use as a lipstick? (Like the reddish one in the video)
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  3924. I think more people are in the sensitive skin club than we realise! It’s a blessing in disguise perhaps though because there are so many ingredients that really shouldn’t be in cosmetics and yet they are haha. So we are forced into using the more free-from-synthetics ones anyways 😊 thank you for your sweet words Pati!
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  3925. thank you!! what a lovely comment :)
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  3926. Thank you 💕
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  3927. I put two links in the pinned comment 😊 My material is from the eBay link, but Merchant & Mills (the second link) sells some of the best oilskin in the UK, and their deadstock options are pretty affordable.
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  3928. I agree! Sadly it isn’t easy for many parents, especially Indigenous peoples or colonised ethnic minorities, because a lot of their own practices and traditions get stripped away from them and banned, or they’re even prosecuted for them.
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  3929. The little baby steps matter so much too and are still little forms of expression of you ❤️ I’m so glad you’ve found some community amongst others like you on the internet, it’s such a reaffirming experience 🥰
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  3930. I’m sorry you’ve been so ill DesertRose but I’m so glad you’re finally recovering! What a great goal to have for the year and I hope all of your smocking endeavours go well 😊
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  3931. We didn’t even plan it or coordinate it! 🤣🥰
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  3932. Thanks so much Silver Fox! Great timing 😉
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  3933. So glad you liked the video! Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  3934. It’s a really neat material honestly! I’m a fan 😂
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  3935. Aww thanks so much 🥰
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  3936.  @cincocats320  My pleasure! Happy hemming 😊
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  3937. Yeah exactly! It was all that they had, and so much was probably up to the artist’s interpretation too. That would probably have been an interesting career; a fashion plate artist.
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  3938. Thank you, Kat! 😊
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  3939. Thank you so much 😀 1840s hairstyles are super weird and wonderful 😂
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  3940. They really are!!! They make such a massive difference.
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  3941. So glad to hear it!
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  3942. This is a super cool idea! I’ll have to look more into it 😊 since I didn’t learn beading or embroidery growing up, I’ve had to really figure it out on my own or with the help of online learning platforms haha. I really want to try tambour beading/embroidery!
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  3943. Thanks for watching! How interesting!
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  3944. Thank you! 🥰
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  3945.  @halfsourlizard9319  if my hair is really annoying me before a wash day, I will brush it dry, but I generally try not to. I often refresh my curls though by spraying them with a lot of water to reactivate my curl cream and gel, and at that point when it’s very wet, I will sometimes take the wet brush and brush though again before scrunching. Potentially will add a little more product then as well if I’m feeling like it’s needed. Some curly haired people also sleep on silk pillows instead of a silk cap ☺️
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  3946. Thank you!! (I responded to this last week but it seems it didn't post)
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  3947. Yeah! I’ve always thought that to be the culprit as well. Even though I have a primarily American accent since I was raised in the states, those other pronunciations often don’t leave you. Thank you for the compliments!
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  3948. There is basically one thing I cannot eat. Standard wheat. Since rye, barley, oats, etc. were popular, I would've been just fine. Not to mention, the older varieties of wheat crop I probably would've tolerated much better. It's impossible to say what food sensitivities would've shown up like historically, as most crops were completely different than they are today.
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  3949. If I hadn't, you likely would not have seen this video. Welcome to social media unfortunately.
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  3950. Thank you! 🥰
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  3951. How interesting! Thanks Vincent! 😊
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  3952. Thanks so much! I love to play with fabrics that are bold choices, so thanks for giving the colour/material a second chance 😊
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  3953.  @willowtree7326  I agree with you, work place rights and safety come first. cast and crew should be comfortable at the bare minimum.
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  3954. Thank you 😊 Agreed! And most of all cast and crew should be given the space to speak up if they are uncomfortable.
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  3955.  @HattieMcDanielonaMoon  awesome! And practical 😊
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  3956.  @22mononoke  this sounds amazing!!
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  3957.  @rachaelj13  ooooo how adorable!
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  3958.  @fikanera838  thank you very much Fi! Sounds like you’re tackling some very important projects. Well done!
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  3959. Thank you Sandie! 😊
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  3960. Thank you! I commissioned a friend to knit it based off a fashion plate from 1862 in the Englishwoman’s domestic magazine. There it is referred to as a “Daisy travelling or Winter hood”
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  3961. Thanks so much Sandy! I hope you discover many interesting things about your heritage 😊
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  3962. Thank you so much F E! I definitely agree that it’s shortsighted to assume we are better than the people that came before us, when so much of what we have today is because of them, and we face many of the same issues today, almost cyclically, that our ancestors did. The way you wrote the last two sentences of your comment beautifully sums this up ❤️
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  3963. It's a large square scarf that then gets folded into a triangle. Then you drape the edge of the triangle over the front of the head, and tie two edges of the triangle at the back of the head 😊
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  3964. I have another video which is a tutorial purely for cartridge pleating which I greatly recommend if you want anymore clarity on how it’s done by hand. I wonder too how it’d be done by machine! I only hand sew and don’t have an electric machine so that’s an area where I’m just incredibly clueless lol
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  3965. Start with pieces that you can wear in many combinations (such as a few blouses, a few skirts) and build from there. Recognise as well that it will time to get your wardrobe where you want it to be, and that it's a process. You can also often find historically inspired pieces (especially with blouses and skirts) in charity shops.
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  3966. I often buy fabric from a shop called Woolsome. I am based in Europe so there's a lot of good linen around here!
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  3967. Thank you Ompe8!! The design of the bicycling sweater was so cleverly made, and perfectly in line with the gigot sleeves that were fashionable in the 1890s. 😊It's cool how the Victorians could mix their fashionable trends with sportswear.
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  3968. Thank you so much Jessica! 🥰 The stress of cutting into nice fabric is so real! Lol 😂
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  3969. Thank you!! I'm so excited to have this new skill :) I'm going to be making a pair of socks soon, but first a chunky sweater for practice to learn the construction!!
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  3970. Thank you for the suggestions! It is indeed a raglan style one :)
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  3971. Merci!
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  3972. Thank you very much Mel! 😊
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  3973. My pleasure! I definitely think it can be far more straightforward than it is sometimes made out to be. Let me know how it goes and thanks for your comment!
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  3974. Hahaha such a smooth surface 😂 thank you so much Jae! And yes, the curved needle is amazing. It’s used a lot in upholstery and mattress making too!
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  3975. Thanks so much! How lovely, I'm sure your cloak turned out beautiful. What I'll normally do is pre-wash my wool (if I can) on a wool setting in the machine, allow to air dry, then I will use a crap ton of steam and press the wool with a bunch of steam. That allows the fibres to shrink up to the actual size they should be for prepped fabric that's ready for sewing. The fibres need moisture, heat, and pressure to conform to their actual shape.
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  3976. Hope you enjoy it 😊
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  3977. Thank you! It is one of the best colours (in my opinion).
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  3978. Thank you Catherine! I hope you enjoy the video when you do watch 😊
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  3979. Thanks so much Mycah! Really glad you enjoyed the interview 😊
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  3980. Lol that's super funny. I'm sure it was a cute shirt though!
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  3981. Merci!! 😊😊
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  3982. Perfect timing!
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  3983. Thank you! 🥰
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  3984. Thank you! It’s a sourdough 100% rye bread that my local baker makes. It’s quite common in Europe to have 100% rye, but I’m not sure if that’s the case in other places.
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  3985. Thanks so much for wanting to help! I’ve asked Agnes now for an alternate charity and will let you know as soon as I hear back 🥰
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  3986. Thank you!! :)
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  3987. I totally agree! No matter what level someone is or what place they're at, there's always new ways things can be done, new tricks to learn, new techniques to master. Perhaps this is the beauty of learning; it's a constant. Thanks for your comment and it's wonderful to know that even after your 27 years of sewing, this video still provided some new information!
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  3988. Thanks so much, and thank you for sharing your story too 🥰
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  3989. It works and that’s really all that matters haha 😊
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  3990. Yep! Or coquettish at least. There are a lot of bizarre things considered sexy today too though. I believe people should wear what makes them happy as long as it isn’t harming others. Part of why I don’t support the wearing of animals in fashion too unless they’re natural death or if Indigenous communities are wearing them as part of their practices and traditions.
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  3991. My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
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  3992. Thank you! In this case, since it isn't meant to be a historically accurate representation of how a medieval person would have eaten, rather just an exploration of some of the medieval food present (and specifically the upperclass since I mention this at the start of the video 🙂) I just stuck with two books. I'm not a historian, I'm just having some fun and making art along the way 😀
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  3993. There are these things called “sleeve supports” and they were sometimes worn. They are like an underwire (pretty light) which could be attached to keep them poofy. A lot of the coats of the era also had leg o mutton sleeves.
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  3994. Thank you so much for your comment and for sharing your own experience 😊 Definitely more Volga Tatar fashion to come!
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  3995. I’ll definitely give it a go one day, but first the Irish bodice 😊
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  3996. For me, the move wasn’t for clothing/fashion but for personal reasons! 😊 I’ve lived in Europe for the past 7-8 years.
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  3997. It surprisingly didn’t feel very damp, no! A little bit but no more than how it is when using a reusable pad.
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  3998. Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊 Happy New Year!
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  3999. Hi Cherie, I know many larger busted individuals that benefit greatly from corsetry, and I specifically mention in the video that I don’t think the corset is for everyone. It works for some and it doesn’t for others. I do watch period shows, I just choose not to watch Bridgerton as it isn’t my cup of tea. Furthermore, the only big issue I see here is big production companies cutting corners to the point where their actors continue to feel uncomfortable, when not even given shifts to wear under their corsets (well stays really) etc. I actually don’t care much about historical accuracy and feel it doesn’t even actually exist. I’m also a non-dualist so I very much agree here it isn’t about right or wrong. But it is about making long filming days comfortable for both cast and crew which the production company clearly failed to do. The person I quoted is the one pictured in the thumbnail and she has the same frame as me, so I don’t think it was a frame size difference in this case. Have a great evening!
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  4000. Thank you! ☺
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  4001. Thank you! ☺️
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  4002. I totally agree! The candlelight-only factour had a big role to play in my experience, and as you say, making time for that calmness regardless is a very positive thing.
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  4003. There have always been stiff boned corsets (or stays rather) too though. Stays themselves in the 18th century for instance, are heavily boned with baleen.
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  4004. Thank you so much! Your words are very much appreciated!
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  4005. Thank you for watching!
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  4006. Read the pinned comment please :)
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  4007. Right?! It’s some type of sorcery.
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  4008. Thank you so much! This is such a sweet comment. I really appreciate it ♥️ Going to check out your channel too 🥰
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  4009. So pleased to hear it! 😊
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  4010. Yes very similar to that :) if you Google “18th century pin” you’ll see examples pop up!
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  4011. Thank you very much! I have a video called “I Have a Sticker Phobia...and Other Reasons Why I Wear Historical Fashion Everyday” where I go into depth about my reasons why, but essentially it comes down to being an artist and wanting to wear walking art, for sustainability and slow fashion reasons, and also because of said sticker phobia. Also I’m an ethnic minority (Tatar/Cossack) so my ancestors could have never dreamed to afford nice silks and such and I’ve worked hard to get here in my own life, so I like to pay homage to them and imagine that they’d be proud if they were alive today.
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  4012. That’s why regenerative agriculture and permaculture principles exist.
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  4013.  @albertmagician8613  they are also neccesary due to YouTube guidelines and the algorithm. Had I not placed them, you would likely have not seen this video.
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  4014. my favourite book is "The Medieval Tailor's Assistant" for drafting patterns. Also Morgan Donner has a great video on drafting a kirtle.
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  4015. Thank you very much Alexa 🥰
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  4016. Thank you! I adore your channel as well, you always make such interesting videos 😊
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  4017. I have not as I don’t really wear anything past 1890s 😊 but yeah, it does definitely seem far more adaptable.
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  4018. Thanks for watching!
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  4019. Thanks!! ❤️
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  4020. Thank you! 😊
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  4021. Aww thank you so much! You've got this honestly! I think it just takes setting your mind to it and lots of practice. It helps to utilise the plethora of free resources here on YouTube as well 🥰
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  4022. Thanks so much Rachel! 😊
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  4023. Thanks!! I feel the same as you (though it’s been a while since I’ve worn a bra so I don’t completely remember it but I remember it not being comfortable lol) and I’d say that it seems so many others have had the same experience with corsets as you too, or at least it looks it from the comments 🥰
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  4024. Hahahaha 🤣
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  4025. Thank you so much! 😊
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  4026. Thank you Mélisse! Yes I believe it is indeed named after the drink, and it’s a very similar colour so it makes sense hahaha 😊
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  4027. Thank you for sharing your experience! 😊
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  4028. Have a beautiful day 🥰
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  4029. Thank you so so much for the subscribe and your kind words! 🥰 I agree that they definitely could’ve gotten away with more modern undergarments, or perhaps even just a cosy set of short stays would have worked too! Also, sorry I didn’t get back to your comment sooner. I’m so swamped at the moment hand sewing a gown on a very tight deadline 🥲
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  4030. Awww thank you!!
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  4031.  @sixstringedthing  I did 😊
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  4032. That's wonderful to hear! And thank you 😊
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  4033. I never really found them comfortable 😊
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  4034. Aww thanks so much! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  4035. Thank you Lilja ❤️ Oooo yes, you'll love it!
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  4036. Thank you!
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  4037. Whip stitches or prick stitches generally! They’re ever so slightly visible but matching thread makes it very unnoticeable.
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  4038. This is all very kind of you to say, thank you very much! 😊
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  4039. Oh no! I’m sorry that your nice sweaters got ruined 🥺 very wise of you though to keep your historical things well monitored! Thanks for your comment 😊
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  4040.  @amberg6115  YUP hahaha
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  4041. Thanks so much Dravon! I appreciate you sharing your experience with corsets 😊
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  4042. That’d be very interesting!
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  4043. Great plan though! They’re a great set of garments alone or together 🥰
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  4044. Thank you so much Judith 😊
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  4045. Thanks so much! 🥰
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  4046. Thank you!!
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  4047. That's an awesome idea!
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  4048. It was such a hard game honestly! I’m glad it was fun nonetheless 🥰
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  4049. that's awesome!
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  4050. Thank you!♥️
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  4051. Aww thanks so much for that compliment!
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  4052. I have an online job so I wear historical clothing even during working hours. It's in tech and marketing though and has nothing to do with anything historical. I just wear historical clothing because I love it 😊
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  4053. Thank you so much Melissa! And yes they’re quite essential things during a cold winter 😊
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  4054. Thank you so much! 😊
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  4055. There are lots of issues with the show. Some other historical fashion folks have great videos on the issues of racial representation in the show.
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  4056. I’m a progressive and believe in equal rights for all people! So it’s not BS to me. And certainly not to any of my trans or non binary friends. It’s also my channel and I get to choose what goes up on my channel, so have a nice day!
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  4057. Thank you very much! And I agree, the narrative makes for good headlines and so the media keeps up with it even if it causes detriment to certain populations and societies
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  4058. Thank you! It is indeed (though I’d say I live quite a modern life outside of my clothes and a few of my hobbies).
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  4059. Ah in this case not two sets of pin, just two different types. I have a bunch of sets of the same pins that I really like (I.e. the metal ones and not the plastic tipped ones). The brass pins will be lovely!
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  4060. Thank you Iain! I planned in the project back in summer as well. I'm a bit taken aback by how multi-seasonal the colour palette is, which is a pleasant surprise 😊
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  4061. Thank you! ☺️
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  4062. Someone who has such a burning passion in life that they dedicate tons of time to it and to their art lol.
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  4063. I sleep in Victorian nightwear and I have a historical bathing suit, yep! Haha. I have very modern and non-Victorian ideas about the world though. Like I’m a Tibetan Buddhist for example 🤣
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  4064. Thank you Fiona! Absolutely, each new garment presents new opportunities for learning fresh techniques, especially during the first few years of sewing where things are a lot more novice.
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  4065. Thank you!!
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  4066. Well done!! I'm glad you enjoyed playing 😊
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  4067. Thank you! 😊
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  4068. Hmmm interesting! I didn’t realise people thought stays were worn like this. Gosh that sounds so horribly uncomfortable to double up and then probably also without a shift under
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  4069. Perhaps not so much in the country side though! In London, it even smells pretty awful now 😅
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  4070. So glad it was helpful! 😊
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  4071. Thank you 🥰
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  4072. Thanks so much! That sounds lovely! I'd love to see a photo 😊Email is perhaps the best way to send it over. My email is vbirchwoodhistorical at gmail (hopefully this makes sense, I can't add the ending to gmail because YouTube will flag this comment as spam)
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  4073. My pleasure! I'm really happy to hear that this video has been helpful, and I wish you the best of luck with putting together your full wardrobe 😊
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  4074. Read the pinned comment please 😊
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  4075. Ahhh amazing! Don't forget to use the PDF I put together, as it might really come in handy 😊
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  4076.  @lisez4600  Amazing! let me know if you need any more help 😊
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  4077. That’s a beautiful reason why the muff is so practical 😊
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  4078. Thank you so much! Utilising the Garibaldi blouse pattern is an awesome idea! It’s definitely a very similar shape if just elongated. Happy wrapper sewing 😊
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  4079. oh, how lovely! Hope it comes in handy ❤️
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  4080. Thank you! 🥰
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  4081. I actually think that oilskin is quite a bit more breathable than 20th century waxed jackets! I guess it’d depend though on the oilskin’s base. I’m grateful we have a lot of options.
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  4082. Thank you!! ☺️ all the best wishes for your clothing journey! 🥰
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  4083. Yes indeed! Just the standard English Victorian undergarments :)
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  4084. Thank you for sharing Watson Melon 😊
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  4085. Thank you!!
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  4086. Thank you so much Jeanie! So very much like ours, which always serves as a nice reminder that at the end of the day we’ve always been humans 😊
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  4087. Yeah I agree, I think they’re more so tightening for “fashion” like one would for a star on the red carpet, rather than for a working individual with long, difficult days
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  4088. Yes!!! HI MARCUS 😁
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  4089. Hehehe, hey Alicia 😊
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  4090. Thanks for your feedback!
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  4091. All of the references used are in the description box in the sources section if you’d like to see any of the pictures for longer xx
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  4092. Thank you!! That’s definitely a great way to keep sewing and crafting in general interesting! I do the same 😊
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  4093. Thank you!
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  4094. So glad you enjoyed the video! 🥰 what’s your TikTok?
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  4095. Wow that is so sad 😞
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  4096.  @Becky_Theroux_Gockel  How interesting that Joannes used to sell them. I guess that the chatelaine has become more mainstream than I originally thought!
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  4097. Thank you so so much Lani! 🥰
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  4098. Hi! I wrote a thorough response to this on another similar comment, so I’m copy and pasting here ☺️ “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4099. Glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  4100. Very interesting!
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  4101. That’s a great idea! Especially for the decade, laces would make an incredible difference.
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  4102. Sewing things like buttons is still a wonderful accomplishment! And how lovely that you’ve found a few dresses that make you feel like a princess 😊 I get my corsets made bespoke by a corsetiere named TheBoudoirKey. She is closed for commissions at the moment to catch up on existing orders but her work is impeccable (and well priced for bespoke corsetry).
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  4103. I saw that one! (outside of the show) it’s unfortunate that, at least from what viewers can see, new experiences with the corsetry weren’t brought into the show.
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  4104. It has many parameters. 0 Celsius water freezes, 100 Celsius water boils.
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  4105. Thank you! 😊
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  4106. Thanks for watching and for your comment 🥰
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  4107. Thank you so much! It’s such a precious time to be able to connect with yourself and your environment
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  4108. I’ve seen it! It’s a great video 😊
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  4109. Aww thanks so much Beky! I really appreciate it 😊
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  4110. Lol 😂 thank you!!
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  4111. Thanks Sara! So glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  4112. That’s not what I said 😬
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  4113. Exactly!
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  4114. Thank you! Welcome to the channel :)
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  4115. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  4116. Thanks!
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  4117. Aww thank you so much! It’s always fun to dabble in new hobbies and just see what happens! I think it helps that I always write in cursive as copperplate is so similar 😊
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  4118. The breathing in trick whilst lacing is a really great one and really does help to achieve a comfortable fit! Thanks for sharing your experience 🥰
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  4119. Thanks so much for watching! 😊
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  4120. I second what Hannah says 😊 start small and go from there! I started sewing 2.5 years ago and I promise it gets easier over time, especially for the essentials!
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  4121. Glad you enjoyed it! 😊
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  4122. Woohoo team lefties! 😊 handsewing definitely offers up so much control. It’s really soothing and relaxing too.
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  4123. Glad you like it! 😊
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  4124. Ironically, I have a masters degree in Creative Writing! 😅
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  4125. Thank you for the recommendations and compliment! 😊
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  4126. Thanks so much! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  4127. Thank you Watson Melon! Great to see you here. She is such a sweet puppy! So fluffy hahaha
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  4128. My pleasure! I’m glad it was so interesting 😊
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  4129. How wonderful! So glad you love the channel 🥰
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  4130. Thank you!!
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  4131. You're very welcome 😊 it's nice when useful objects can have DIY alternatives.
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  4132. It's a lovely option to have 😊 I think silence can often feel really scary for so many people, so it's nice that with hand sewing it can be done either in peace and quiet, or whilst other things are going on.
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  4133.  @TimesmithDressHistory  it looks like a great book! I think it may be out of print though because most copies I can find are around £70 sadly!
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  4134. Oh I’m sure! Especially we have evidence for this from fancy dress parties. There are also periods where a lot of revival fashions happened in the 19th century, like renaissance revival. I made a renaissance revival dress called the Grape Gown on my channel last year!
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  4135. Hahahaha that is definitely very understandable as young children can be a handful quite literally 😅
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  4136. Thanks so much Kathryn! Really glad you enjoyed the video ☺️
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  4137. Our pleasure! Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  4138. Do you not want the historical context? It’s kind of important in this case.
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  4139. That's so lovely to hear! I'm glad they're proving helpful 😊
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  4140. Thanks so much!
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  4141. Could you please let me know the time stamp of where the garment shows up? 😊
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  4142. I don’t like to blame the actors though because it’s not their fault. It’s the responsibility of the production to make sure the cast and crew are safe and comfortable. And that was wholly neglected. If someone came in with a hurting ankle from running, fighting, etc. they’d likely be taken to see a medic and get checked. The same didn’t seem to apply in this instance because a big societal narrative is that beauty (and corsets in this case) are pain and you should just suffer through it. Much like crews, actors are often black listing or called difficult to work with for speaking out about their discomforts.
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  4143. That sounds so lovely! 🥰
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  4144. She’s the best!
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  4145. Aww thank you so much! 🥰
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  4146. Yeah, I definitely think I misspoke there and meant to say that they were marketed as easy iron/easy care. I’m not a fashion historian for a reason, and past the 1900s is way out of my depth since I have little experience with it 😂
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  4147. I just realised it was Nylon I was thinking of, not rayon! I’ve updated the mistake anyways in the pinned comment 😊
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  4148. Happy sewing!!
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  4149. Thank you so much Carolyn! It’s comforting to hear that your bonnet, also, took longer than expected to construct! I hope you have a lovely holiday season 😊🍓
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  4150. Glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  4151. Just released a new video of trying an ancient Greek bra for a week and I did a few experiments with it cut on the bias! :)
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  4152. Thank you so much!! Congrats on finishing your project as well 😊
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  4153.  @marywhite2407  I usually use John James needles.
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  4154. That is so great to hear Ashleigh! I think making a petticoat is an awesome idea! 🥰
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  4155. I hand stitch most of them!
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  4156. Just too much work for such a small garment? (It was honestly so much work 😂) thank you very much Justyna!😊
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  4157. Thank you! These days I mostly draft my own patterns, sometimes utilising historical drafting books as guides. When I started sewing though 4.5 years ago I used commercial historical patterns. Some of the things I make don't have patterns available so I have to draft my own (like historical Volga Tatar clothing).
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  4158. Thank you so much dear! xx
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  4159. Thank you! That’s wonderful 😊
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  4160. Спасибо!! 💕
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  4161. Thank you! 😊
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  4162. So true! Lol
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  4163. Shank buttons are a great example of just this
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  4164. Thank you! 😊
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  4165. Thanks so much Lisez! Happy holidays 😊
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  4166. Thank you so much!
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  4167. LOL 😂
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  4168. Thank you Alicia 😊
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  4169. Просто отлично тогда ))
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  4170. Thank you Bonnie! I completely agree that it’s the best way to learn sometimes 😊
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  4171. Please see the pinned comment :)
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  4172. Thank you so much Joëlle 😊💕
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  4173. Hahaha that’s brilliant!
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  4174. Thank you! 😊
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  4175. Thanks so much lisez! Happy sewing 😊🧵
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  4176. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  4177. I do! She's great :)
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  4178. Thank you 🥰
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  4179. They definitely creep into men’s standards, absolutely. Any place these massive clothing and beauty companies can find vulnerabilities, they will try and profit off of those. I’m sorry to hear you’ve felt the pressure too!
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  4180. Awww that’s very sweet! Thanks for sharing your experience with the hand muff 😊
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  4181. Are you in the UK? 😊
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  4182.  @eileenmarie1652  it's my pleasure! Please do let me know if you have any more questions 😊
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  4183. Thanks for watching 😊
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  4184. Thank you very much 😊
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  4185. Hahaha amazing! Best of luck with it all and thanks so much 😊
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  4186. Hahaha thank you so much! My knitting skills are pretty weak so I commissioned a friend to knit it for me. The pattern she modified from one in the Victorian Dressmaker 2 by PriorAttire (great book I highly recommend)
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  4187. Ooooo how cool! I'm sure the dresses turned out lovely.
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  4188. Just sharing my experience, I state clearly in the beginning that I don’t believe corsets are for everyone. Have a nice day 🥰
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  4189. Thank you, Susan! ❤️ I can't wait for you to see it xx
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  4190. Thank you! Welcome :)
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  4191. Hi Emily! Abby Cox has a great video on the difference between corsets and stays I believe. There are short stays from around the regency period that are much like a modern bra but a historical version, which may perhaps be something to look into. There are probably people on Etsy as well that can make them for you custom-fit. They may also be called “regency short stays”
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  4192. Hi Lyssa, thank you so much! Happy sewing of your bonnet and I hope you have a wonderful holiday season as well 😊
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  4193. Thank you so much!
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  4194. Thank you🥰🥰
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  4195. This is such a compliment. Thank you!
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  4196. Thank you!!
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  4197. Thank you, Rachel 😊
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  4198. Yes it’s honestly so sad and I’d argue an unhealthy environment to have to do your work in. And long days at that. But also often if they complain they get called difficult to deal with etc which only further perpetuates not being able to speak up.
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  4199. Thank you so much Jae!! 😊
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  4200. Thanks so much Makeda! Have a wonderful New Year 😊
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  4201. Thank you! It's because of a lot of therapy. I'm quite far along in my c-PTSD recovery now, so I feel a lot more alive in general, and I think the videos reflect this :) I think that's a great idea to recreate an outfit from your own ancestors! I think all people could benefit from doing so as it gives us a bit more rooted-ness in a sometimes very chaotic world.
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  4202. Hahahah that’s amazing! Happy Chinese New Year!
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  4203. I have a Victorian sleep video where I had a biphasic sleep schedule.
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  4204. You're welcome to try the experiment yourself with some added bed bugs! 😁
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  4205. Thanks for watching! I highly doubt as well that they were natural death hummingbirds. Just wanted to express to people that I love taxidermy but only support natural death taxidermy and using responsibly what nature has already given us. They’re definitely beautiful creatures (and I have always admired their wing speed as well).
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  4206. You’re welcome! Glad you enjoyed the video
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  4207. I think oilskin may perhaps work because it is often worn by farmers in Australia which can get quite hot as well. I would perhaps reach out to the manufacturer of your specific oilskin and ask them what the temp limit is 😊
    1
  4208. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  4209. I’ve interviewed both the tailor Tom van het Hof and daily historical menswear wearer Vintagebursche on my channel 😊 I also recommend Vintagebursche’s channel for more info.
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  4210. Her little pet 🥰😊
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  4211. Thanks for watching!
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  4212.  @ashtron23  thank you ☺️
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  4213. Thanks so much! 😊
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  4214. Thanks so much Watson Melon! I'm looking forward to sharing it 😊
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  4215. Thank you Fiona! It felt like the very best solution if I wanted to keep it versatile 😊
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  4216. So glad it was helpful! 😊
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  4217. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4218. Thank you 😊 They are American Duchess but I bought them secondhand from someone who bought them years ago, so I believe they have been discontinued unfortunately!
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  4219. Thank you so much KB! Best wishes for your 2023 as well and happy new year 🥰
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  4220. Thank you! 😊
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  4221. Hey!! Thank you for asking in a kind way ☺️ I was assessed for autism when I was assessed for ADHD (in my early 20s) and was diagnosed with ADHD but not with autism
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  4222. Thank you! I really recommend making a chiton. They're easy to sew and very comfortable!
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  4223. They are all options of various set ups. I wanted to experience some variety and keep on perfecting it until I got something that worked very well
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  4224. Thank you so much! Hahaha it definitely is, though totally unintentionally 😂
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  4225. Aww thank you so much! This is the exact type of comment I was hoping to see on here as one of the goals with my channel is to show how seemingly hard historical techniques can actually be quite easy and doable when approached in a specific manner! I’m a beginner myself still (started sewing less than 2 years ago) so I’m very much learning myself as I’m teaching.
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  4226. Thank you very much!!
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  4227. Literally watching this while sitting in a historical corset: "YOU TELL THEM BERNADETTE!"
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  4228. "An inordinate amount of time marvelling over it," is EXACTLY what happens with this stitch! Lol. That's great you already know about it though and use it to your benefit! 😊
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  4229. Thank you! I have a Q&A video on my channel already, though it’s about a year and a half old ☺️
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  4230. Yep! That’s a pretty apt comparison hahahaha
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  4231. I get my historical corsets made by TheBoudoirKey, but I’ve also heard good things about RedThreaded and Nemuro Corsets. Early on when I just started wearing historical fashion, I bought quite an affordable one from Timeless Stitches.
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  4232. Thank you! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  4233. Thank you Mélisse ❤️
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  4234. Thank you!! Bishop sleeves are so ethereal!
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  4235. Thank you so much!
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  4236. Thank you so much! 🥰 On my sewing anniversary, I’ve been doing a deep dive into everything I’ve made that year. My second year anniversary is coming up in August, so I’ll be sure to “tour” the garment then 🥰
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  4237. Most definitely! 😊
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  4238. Thank you 😊
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  4239. Thank you Rara! There were indeed these 😊 They sometimes would be even bigger too, looking more like a separate underbust corset on top of garments. They came back into popularity around the 1890s too, though by that point I think they're more so called a corselet or something like that.
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  4240. Thanks so much!
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  4241. Thank you!! 😊😊
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  4242. Thanks so much Laura!
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  4243. Hi Rana! Thank you! The Closet Historian has a wonderful video on building a bodice block to be able to fit your own unique measurements (most people don’t have the “standard” measurements, and that’s a wonderful thing!) A bodice block is a great way to have a base pattern to start with and then from there be able to alter the style and cut of. Hopefully that can help!
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  4244. Thank you so much!
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  4245. Sadly yes. It’s a demonitised word on some lists so I had to play it safe so this video wouldn’t get suppressed.
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  4246. Thanks so much for watching, for your comment, and for sharing your story 🥰
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  4247. Yeah, it wouldn’t have been my choice. Just more of the censorship crap on here! 😞
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  4248. It’s definitely super contradictory! Feels sort of like a damned if you do, damned if you don’t situation.
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  4249. They said to whip them until stiff peaks, so I tried to do so :)
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  4250. I don't own a coffee grinder as I don't drink coffee, and I live in Europe so our supply for certain products online (especially with quick delivery) is very small :)
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  4251. My pleasure! Thanks for watching!
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  4252. Thank you!! The song is called Eldensvampbildning by Blackbard
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  4253. Hehehe thank you Jae! 💕 The timing worked out really well because I started planning this concept during the summer but didn't get around to it until now, so I'm glad it all works well with the holidays theme 😊
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  4254. Thank you!!
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  4255. Thanks for watching!
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  4256. Thanks so much Noelle 😊
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  4257. Already did the biphasic sleep in my Victorian sleep video.
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  4258. Ambidextrous but left hand dominant generally. Some things I can only do with right, some things with only left, and some with both.
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  4259. Welcome to the channel! Thanks so much. I also completely agree with your additional tip, it's super important to learn to press seams, etc. I appreciate your comment and for sharing this info with others 😊
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  4260. I don’t sew them myself, I just sew most of my clothes. I get mine made by an amazing corsetiere named TheBoudoirKey
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  4261. That’s awesome Fi! Glad it could be the push 😊
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  4262. Thanks so much Kay!
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  4263. Historical clothing (and clothing in general) and consumerism go hand-in-hand so it’s an impossible conversation to avoid, in particular when it was my primary reason for beginning to hand sew my own wardrobe, and you are on my channel after all.
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  4264. I do talk about these points in the video 😊
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  4265. That sounds like so much fun! Glad the video was helpful 😊
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  4266. Thank you so much!
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  4267. Hahaha don’t worry, I understood the true meaning thankfully 😊
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  4268. I’m happy with modernity! I just also like historical fashion. I like to take the best of all worlds and come up with a system that works for me and aligns with my values for sustainability.
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  4269. I didn’t make it, so unfortunately I’m not sure which pattern was used 😊
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  4270. Thanks so much! The dress is the bodice and skirt from The Berry Dress ensemble I hand sewed in some previous videos 😊it's just style in a more casual way.
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  4271. It’s called a Sontag, and was a popular knitted garment during the 1860s. I commissioned my friend to knit to for me! 🥰
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  4272. You’re very welcome! I can understand the struggle, as I’m ambidextrous with sewing but do most things with my left hand 😊
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  4273. Спасибо Лита! Вот так ваш имя пишется по-русски? А согласна с вами, что, очень чувствуется как будто можно одеть в любой сезон 😊
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  4274. Many people, women included, like to be called actors these days regardless of gender.
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  4275. They would have used whatever was available, and in my case, hay was the most available. In the Roberta Gilchrist quote she mentions that the poorest people slept on straw and hay.
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  4276. Здравствуйте! Я выросла в Америке, и вот поэтому учила английский язык в школе )) Я чувствую что смотреть английские фильмы, слушать английскую музыку, читать английские стихи, и т.д. очень помогает, потому-что тогда вы не толко изучаете язык, но и испытываете к нему эмоциональную связь.
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  4277. Thanks so much!
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  4278. Yep! 🤣
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  4279. It certainly isn’t ethical, nor do I condone the practice of killing animals for fashion, but it is bizarre in many ways, as the term bizarre can have a lot of different interpretations and undertones.
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  4280. Yep, it’s the same logic 😂
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  4281. That’s so awesome! I think you’re definitely not alone if your experiences too. I suppose from the outside it doesn’t always make sense to people how something like a corset could be much more comfortable, but like you, me, and others, we end up being pleasantly surprised
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  4282. Thank you so much! 💕
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  4283. Indeed, but I’m wheat sensitive, not gluten sensitive.
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  4284. My pleasure!! 😊
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  4285. Thanks so much for watching! 😊
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  4286. It’s such a bittersweet feeling! Congrats on finishing the suit!
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  4287. People are fairly nice honestly where I am and usually give compliments or perhaps a smile. Sometimes people will laugh but I’m really the one laughing because I know how much more fulfilling my wardrobe is 😊
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  4288. I think commenters on news feeds are generally not the greatest representation of society as so much of social media has become filled with people sharing misinformation or some very wild beliefs hahaha
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  4289. Thanks for sharing that memory! This material definitely would have come in handy 😅 I've been taking pottery classes for a few months now just to have a hobby that I also don't do for work, and it's been really fun! I threw that bowl on a wheel, but I find I'm much better at building bowls with coiling and moulds.
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  4290. My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
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  4291. Thanks so much A. R.! I actually lived in OR for a short while, and I love how similar the climate here in the UK is to it 😊We even get similar old growth forests. Before moving to the UK I lived in Iceland for almost 5 years, and big, old trees are one of the things I missed the most! I really appreciate all of the compliments!
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  4292. Ooooo I totally wish I was qualified to give that deep dive 😅
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  4293. Thank you 😊
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  4294. History and politics are intrinsically linked. You cannot separate the two. The history of lace has a far deeper historical and political context and to remove that would be removing the reality of why lace developed the way it did. This isn't "leftist political stuff." This is reality.
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  4295. You must have a very poetic vocabulary, that’s beautiful ☺️
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  4296. I did remove the plastic.
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  4297. Thank you so much!! I hope you enjoy watching the entire series 🥰
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  4298. Hahaha thank you! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  4299. Happy sewing (and learning) 😊
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  4300. You haven’t asked I don’t believe! I will not be entering it 😊
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  4301. thank you darling!
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  4302. Thanks so much for watching Elsa! Pins are a magical thing 😊
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  4303. Awww thank you so much Pati! I really appreciate your continued support of my art and my channel 🥰 it’s been really beautiful to see how much it’s all grown. I’m sure your Lotr outfits will be beautiful as well!
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  4304. Glad you like the video! I also really like linen thread but a very heavy button weight silk thread is my go-to.
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  4305. Thank you!! It's called a sontag and was a knitted wrap worn traditionally in the 1860s predominately, you see it a bit again in the 1890s too 😊 I commissioned a friend to knit it as I am not a strong knitter 😂
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  4306. Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 😊
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  4307. Thank you! I’ll keep that in mind for next time.
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  4308. Thank you!! I make the outfit here: https://youtu.be/DWbQ8IYluWw?si=NlMnAwZVsuP7kjNh
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  4309. Thanks so much! I used Laughing Moon no. 118 😊
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  4310. There are experts that practice regenerative agriculture and have expressed ways in which organic regenerative agriculture would be able to feed the world (though mindset shifts would need to happen, which I personally feel is the most difficult part of the equation). Here's an interesting article about it: https://www.theguardian.com/news/2019/jan/28/can-we-ditch-intensive-farming-and-still-feed-the-world And I also highly recommend the documentary "Kiss the Ground."
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  4311. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) I should also add, I never said that it was the only reason free bleeding is frowned down upon in the video, rather that it is “a big part why.” There can of course be many other reasons as I don’t think anything in the world is ever caused by just one thing. “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4312. 🥰🥰🥰
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  4313. I believe they’re just different cuff types. The fold over cuff is something you see a lot more in menswear historically or in ladieswear inspired by menswear to my knowledge.
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  4314. Thank you Gracie! Pink and green are a great combo! 🥰
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  4315. Thanks so much! 😊
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  4316. Thank you so much! It's a sontag 😄
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  4317.  @glitterandnaps  Thanks so much! Oooo yes, the humidity and heat in Florida might be a bit too much for the oilskin 😅
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  4318. Thank you!! 💕
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  4319. Thank you! 😊
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  4320. Thank you! Absolutely this can be applied to any self-sewn wardrobe, of all types of fashion 😊 perhaps aside from the structural support of stays/corsets and perhaps how the historical layers are utilised for specific purposes. I think living in cities too can really create disconnection from the natural cycles and processes of nature because it’s easy to be busy with lots of other things going on in very populated areas. It’s part of why I’ve never been able to live in a big city for long I think 😅
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  4321. Thank you! 🥰
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  4322. Another farmer in the comments expressed that when hay is harvested late, it's already dropped a lot of its seed heads, and therefore would be completely suitable for bedding. Additionally, they would switch out the straw stuffing every 1-3 months, so I feel like it could have been still utilised for food after that. I think they would have used whatever they had access to ultimately. That's awesome you're a sheep farmer :)
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  4323. Indigenous communities have used variations of “oilskin” for a long time! Regarding non-Indigenous communities in Europe, I’m assuming probably materials like wool would be used for water protection as they do a fairly good job up until a certain point (luckily wool also dries quite quickly).
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  4324. Well they soak up sweat and create an extra layer of barrier between you and your other garments, making it so you can wash the other ones less often if that makes sense haha. They’re a fairly simple garment to sew your own, or there are various people on Etsy that sell versions as well.
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  4325. I'd assume not because of the melting factor, but some oilskin can be cool ironed. The material reacts quite well to finger pressing etc., so I think even cool ironing would really help with any creases.
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  4326. Proud of you! 🥰
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  4327. It’s definitely a super awesome career!
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  4328. Awww thank you!
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  4329. You can simply select "do not recommend channel" and you won't have to see it anymore :) Take care!
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  4330.  @lilaeia  Thank you for your kind words! One thing you can do, especially if your finances are tight, is to thrift historically inspired items that mimic aspects of history but are secondhand or even contemporary designs. I'll have a video coming out in two Thursdays from now (the 29th) that gives tips about this, so hopefully that will help. Re: the capsule wardrobe, I have pondered upon this before so it's funny you bring it, and I do think it's possible but you may have to stick to specific periods in history to keep it easy on yourself. While it is true that historically people wore a lot of matching sets, this is really only the case for the upperclasses and the working classes had a lot of simple mix-matched garments. I think this might be because some of it would've been passed down to multiple children. I'm not completely sure, but I feel like this could be a potential theory. I would recommend for a capsule 18th century wardrobe to choose simple wool or linen bodices and petticoats in colours you enjoy, neutral tones are nice to have because they can easily be matched with other garments. For 19th century, you could choose a variety of shirtwaists and pleated petticoats in different colours and made from materials like wool and linen/cotton as these different materials and textures pair well together. In general, just try to aim for some sort of bodice/shirtwaist and petticoat. For 18th century caracos are nice, and similar related bodices, and just a basic fitted bodice or a shirtwaist is ideal for 19th century. Most of all, try to keep it simple and get durable materials that you'll actually be comfortable in, because then you'll actually want to wear your wardrobe more often 😊Also, go with a sleeve length you like, and don't force yourself to wear a sleeve length that you're not comfortable in. For example, I really don't like 3/4 sleeves much like is seen a lot in the 18th century, but plenty of people were also wearing full length sleeves then, so I make all my 18th century garments pretty much with full length sleeves haha.
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  4331. Ah that’s awesome! A great use for a pair of jeans 😊
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  4332. Thank you!!
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  4333. Thank you!!
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  4334. Yes definitely! Thanks for sharing 🥰 I went through a period of wearing a lot of “hippie” type clothing too, when I lived in my car for a year as it was comfortable and simple lol
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  4335. Every 1-3 months from what I read
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  4336. Thank you! 😊
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  4337. Aww thank you very much 🥰 I’m glad you enjoy them! I certainly enjoy making them.
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  4338. Thank you very much! Terracotta is a beautiful colour.
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  4339. Thank you so much!!☺️
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  4340. Thank you! 😊
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  4341. Welcome to the channel! Lots of old videos to go through 😊
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  4342. Thank you very much! I'm glad that you feel this way 😊
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  4343. Sure! I’ll add it to my list 😊 thanks!
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  4344. Thank you Watson Melon 😊
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  4345. Awww what a sweet comment, thank you so much! 🥰
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  4346. I know right?! Such slim odds I’m sure. Especially with the short waist, height, and everything. I remember when I tried on the first mock-up, I got very emotional because I just had the eeriest feeling. Difficult to describe. Hahaha thank you 😊 that was an accident but it worked out well in the end.
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  4347. I've also been homeless (in my car) and yeah, it was heaven comparatively.
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  4348. Awww thank you! 🥰
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  4349. It is indeed that easy! Many things with sewing are actually, they just appear intimidating on the surface so it can be scary to get started 😊
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  4350. Thank you so much! 😊🥰
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  4351. Buddha's hand is indeed a type of Citrus medica! :)
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  4352. Hahaha glad it got answered!
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  4353. I would in their shoes, but it also shouldn’t have to be their responsibility to do so
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  4354. Thank you!
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  4355. That’s a great idea! I hope it works!
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  4356. Aww thank you so much! I’ve really been trying to challenge and push myself lately to build certain skills I wasn’t working on before 🥰
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  4357. So glad it’s helpful! Thanks for watching 🥰
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  4358. I love work dresses too! They’re so convenient too for doing work (no surprise there 😂)
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  4359. Thank you! 😊
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  4360. I can understand why! It’s such a beautiful dress
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  4361. It sounds to me like you are deeply uneducated about the realities of corsetry. I would highly suggest diving into the topic to get a clearer understanding of what corsetry actually was/is like. You might be surprised.
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  4362. I'm so proud of you for continuing to seek support and I'm very happy to hear the psychiatrist you spoke with validated your experiences. That's huge. I'm wishing you all the best on your journey ❤ You've got this!
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  4363. Aren’t they so pretty?!
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  4364. Yeah based off extants I’ve seen you really don’t see them on corsets until a little later.
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  4365. Thanks so much Kate! It can feel so overwhelming to think of the total time in all, but just try to think of it more in small chunks (this works for me at least, as I essentially work two full time jobs right now with YouTube and my day job). You’ve got this, baby steps 😊
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  4366. Thanks so much for watching 🥰
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  4367. I feel very honoured Cherries Jubilee, thank you!
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  4368. Thanks for your comment! It’s some type of lightweight silk. I got a big box of silk scraps to make things with and so that was one of the scraps I received 😊 I hope your sewing alterations go well!
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  4369. Thank you Catherine!! Hope it comes in handy 🥰
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  4370. Thanks for sharing your experience with the menswear side of things 😊
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  4371. Thank you!! These are just our usual clothes funnily enough! 😄 B loves Critical Role too 😊
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  4372. Thank you! Light historybounding is a great way to spice up a wardrobe 😊
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  4373. Thank you!!
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  4374. Thank you! 😊
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  4375. Already did all of that for years (and still do today). It didn’t help. I’ve had my adrenals checked as well. I’m very health conscious and have been most of my life, so as you can imagine before I had my current treatment, I tried just about everything under the sun. This is complex-PTSD. The reason I started improving significantly is because of my therapy and EMDR.
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  4376. It’s impossible to be legit because we don’t have most of the tools that existed historically lol. Also, this isn’t for historical accuracy, this is to get started on historical reproductions. The majority of people use modern tools to sew historical fashion. I already sew everything with a needle and thread and that’s about as “accurate” as it gets (pre-1860s). 😊 If your power has gone out, it’s possible to get an antique iron and heat it on a wood burning stove or hot plate of some sort and use that, but use caution as they can also be a bit dangerous.
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  4377. Thank you! 🥰
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  4378. Thank you! 😊
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  4379. Thank you so much! :) I'm really glad you enjoyed the video!
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  4380. Thank you so much!! 😊
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  4381. Being “fortunate” is highly subjective. There are areas where I’m certainly fortunate, and areas where I have struggled (and continue to struggle) immensely, just like most other human beings.
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  4382. Hahahaha thank you! 😊 most people are usually quite kind about it
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  4383. How interesting about Richard the Third!
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  4384.  @stephendean2896  the wheat crop at that point was fairly different than wheat today, and you’d be surprised by how many non-wheat things could be consumed. Wheat was a fairly finicky crop to grow. I eat oats, barley, rye. Have a nice day!
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  4385.  @LeeDee5  humans are complex and multi-dimensional ☺️ I also work around technology all day and produced, filmed, and did all the post production of this video. I wear historical clothing, but I am not a person living in the past.
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  4386. Thank you! 😊
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  4387. It’s a super quick way to knot that doesn’t require a ton of work! I always found knotting frustrating before completing it this way.
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  4388. I did a similar schedule to this in my Victorian sleep video.
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  4389. Thank you! 😊
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  4390. I can’t control where the subtitles show up on the screen unfortunately.
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  4391. Hahaha that would be super cool, like a visit back to Victorian times, minus all the horrible things.
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  4392. Thanks so much! It’s called a Sontag 🥰
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  4393. Thank you ♥️♥️♥️
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  4394. Thank you so much E! Really excited to share the rest of the ensemble 😊
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  4395. Glad you liked the video! 😊
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  4396. Whoops 😬
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  4397. Thank you Jeanie! I'm glad it comes across so straightforward 😊
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  4398. Thank you! It’s called a Sontag 😊 I have a reel about it on my Instagram.
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  4399. I’d recommend looking for antique ones online as they can be much cheaper (on eBay)
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  4400. I so agree! She’s amazing 🥰
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  4401. Glad it was so helpful!!
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  4402. Ah interesting! Were they not even allowed short stays?
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  4403. Thank you 😊
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  4404. Yeah short regency stays would have sufficed just fine and given the bust lift too needed for some of the dresses
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  4405. thank you!!
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  4406. Awww hahaha! Thank you so much Makeda 🥰
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  4407. Could definitely be! 😊
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  4408. She’s so amazing, right!? Glad you got to see it! It was an important one to film 😊
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  4409. Thanks so much Faran, I really appreciate it!
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  4410. Hope you enjoyed it!
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  4411. No it’s an English stitch 😊 mantua maker’s stitches are a bit different
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  4412. Being Indigenous is always complex and can be painful, but this is a small part of the journey throughout my life. Also something I’ve been working on healing in my therapy a lot ☺️ I have a very deep connection to my roots, thankfully.
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  4413. Aww thank you so much! I definitely have plans to expand even global after this so lots of future episodes to come of underrepresented cultures 😊
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  4414. I’m not certain of the exact name, as I bought it a few years ago, but it’s not woven, rather boiled. Hence why the edges don’t fray.
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  4415. Thanks so much Audri! I definitely agree that effective communication is highly important, along with also trying to approach conversations in a way that doesn’t make anyone feel attacked or judged but rather to help facilitate change 😊
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  4416. Ah that’s a great idea to explain how to recognise quality! I’ll add that to my suggestions list, thank you. I’m planning to starting doing more short pairing style videos (probably little lookbooks) so stay tuned for those 😊
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  4417. Thank you!! It's odd because I never really even thought of it as a historical practice until I went down that research rabbit hole a while afterwards. It's just a way I really love to wash my hair haha. Pomade and powder is great! I go through phases of powdering and using pomade and with that technique, you actually don't have to wash your hair for many, many weeks. I've heard that sometimes the silicones, SLS, and similar things in traditional hair products are part of what makes hair produce oil faster, though that could be wrong and probably varies from person to person. I have heard though of many people doing well with the "no-poo" method for instance (no shampoo lol), even those with oily hair. The good thing is hair is there to experiment with 😂
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  4418.  @girlwithoutpearlearring  yeah perhaps a switch to some non-shampoo items whilst you’re also powdering and using pomade could be a great combination! If you’re curious what it looks like for a brunette, in my “How to Make Clothing More Like Historical Fashion” video, my hair is powdered and everything there 😊
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  4419.  @girlwithoutpearlearring  hahaha I honestly had no idea, but somehow your profile feels like you’re a brunette? If that makes any sense 😂 it’s probably because of your historical/vintage picture! I could see some brunette hair, and then thought about brunette, even though I don’t think that’s you lol
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  4420.  @girlwithoutpearlearring  hahaha that makes much more sense now 😂 it felt like the photo had to be early 20th century or something just based off the film grain and overall look of the film, but today people are recreating a lot of photos too in an historical style and so it gets nice and confusing. I assumed it was probably a picture you just really liked, as you confirm it is, but yep, still got the brain thinking about brunette hair lol.
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  4421. You should! They’re the best.
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  4422.  @classyhistoricalsewing  They're actually so so easy! I think you'll find them very effortless with a little bit of practice 😊
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  4423. So glad you like the video! There will be another episode coming out in about two weeks 😊
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  4424. Thank you 😊
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  4425. Thanks for watching!
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  4426. Thanks so much! 😊
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  4427. I think this, too, is inherently a modern concept as well, as regency underthings don’t need to be taken off at all for “sexy time” 😂 considering it all needs to be easy to use the restroom in. Definitely though, I think as you say, the s*x appeal had a big part to play in the decisions. Even just not wearing a shift I’m sure was a big part of that.
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  4428. Hi! With regards to hand sewing garments, the time can really vary. I have year round ups where I give time estimates for everything I’ve made. Generally it can be anywhere from 40 hours to 400 hours for a garment or ensemble. The Orange walking suit for example that I’m wearing in the thumbnail of this video was my longest project and took me around 400 hours. It was very complicated! Haha. Regarding sizing, I started with commercial patterns and then made mock-ups and adjusted small fit things accordingly. Knowing certain aspects of your own fit helps. For instance I’m short waisted and narrow backed so I know when I mock-up a garment I’m automatically going to have to shorten and narrow the pattern. For more simple cut historical garments (pre-19th century for Britain) the shapes are straight forward enough oftentimes that it’s possible to fairly simply draft shapes to your own measurements. It gets more complex with tailored garments and a lot of 19th century British garments. I don’t construct menswear but can recommend the work of Vintagebursche on YouTube and Tom van het Hof on Instagram
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  4429. Lovely! Do you plan to try it out now after seeing it?
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  4430.  @michellecornum5856  yes!! That’s perfect 😊
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  4431. Thanks so much for your comment Elinor, it’s always fun to read what you have to say 😊
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  4432. Already did! Released a kirtle video last month 😊
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  4433. Thank you very much!
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  4434. I can neither confirm, nor deny 😉 Hahaha thanks for your comment bowen arrows
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  4435. Thank you Amber! 😊
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  4436. I LOVE these documentary-style videos you've been making lately Bernadette! Thank you for sharing these stories 😊
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  4437. Thanks so much Caroline! I’m really glad you enjoyed this video format! It was definitely an experiment but I think lots of people had fun (myself included) 🥰
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  4438. Agreed! Why not just wear historical corsets made from linen and wash them once needed? I wear corsets daily and I am able to wash them whenever it’s time to 😊 historical clothes have so many undergarments anyways that nothing has to be washed like contemporary clothes
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  4439.  @SingingSealRiana  hahaha I understand about the bras, I haven’t worn one in years. You will most likely need to wear a chemise regardless, or some type of top that at least covers what the corset will be covering, otherwise it just will be super uncomfortable and can scratch you. I don’t make any of my own corsets because I have no experience with it and it’s a very specialised and unique skill, but my corset maker uses synthetic whalebone or steel boning, and the way I wash it is just in the tub or even in the machine on a gentle cycle, and let it air dry. I have a video where I talk about how I wash all of my layers and how often 😊 I wash my corset maybe once a month or every 2 weeks, but I have more than one that I switch between. I always can tell when it’s wash day. And then I let it air out between wears by hanging it. Having that layer underneath, even if it’s a vest or shirt, creates an extra layer of protection too so you won’t need to wash it as much.
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  4440. That’s very understandable! I personally get mine made by TheBoudoirKey and her prices are really good for the quality she offers (she’s one of the best corset makers in my opinion). But it’s definitely something that requires saving up for, but corsets that are well-made last a long time, so end up being much cheaper in the long run. That’s how I’ve had to view it at least.
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  4441.  @SingingSealRiana  I understand! It’s my pleasure 😊
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  4442. Thank you so much Audrey! 🥰
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  4443. Aww thank you!
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  4444. Sure! I’m not in North America though and personally don’t like to shop at Walmart, but I totally understand and respect that people do, and it’s definitely an affordable choice.
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  4445. Hi! Thank you for your kind comment and welcome to the channel. I’m so glad you enjoyed this jewellery tour. That sounds like an amazing profession to have and I’ll have to check out your videos (even if I’m not fluent in French). 😊
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  4446. Definitely!
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  4447. Thank you! I'm not sure I'd want to work in media honestly haha. Seems like a chaotic environment and I used to do some modelling and that was plenty enough already 😂 I actually am Russian, but I didn't understand the train reference.
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  4448. Thank you for the support! They’re really amazing bed linens 😊
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  4449. It's similar, but has some differences apparently! I don't know them though off the top of my head, because they're super nuanced and probably mostly relate to the manufacturing process 😊
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  4450. Thanks Tim!
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  4451. Lined with a layer of linen/cotton blend 😊
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  4452.  @Lillyjanelavender  thank you! 😊
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  4453. I spent more than 30 minutes decompressing it by shaking it and jumping on the mattress. I’m not sure why people in the comments keep assuming I didn’t even though I show myself jumping lol.
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  4454. No this is fleece. It's very loose and not boiled and hasn't gone through the felting process.
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  4455.  @LixiaWinter  да! пожалуйста))
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  4456. That’s so lovely to hear that this video inspired you to start sewing again! Thank you 😊
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  4457. I’m so sorry you went through all that 💕
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  4458. The modern fashion industry is inherently linked with capitalism and I think that goes without saying
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  4459. Thank you Rachel!
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  4460. Thanks Bonnie! Good luck on your projects as well 😊
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  4461. Спасибо)) тебе понравилось?
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  4462. My EXACT thoughts. I totally agree. There should be a period awarded to get used to the costume and for adjustments to be made as needed.
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  4463. Thank you!!
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  4464. It’s a bit more complex! Which is why we discuss it in the video 😊
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  4465. Thanks so much Destiny! She looks very beautiful in her bonnet in the film 😊 Happy holidays!
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  4466. Yep so true. And then there’s the whole “beauty is pain” thing we’re told in society, which doesn’t help that further. Beauty (whatever that is, as I think beauty is much deeper anyways) should not need to equate to pain!
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  4467.  @UNknown-sd3ki  Thank you! All the best!
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  4468. Agreed! Thank you for sharing 🥰
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  4469. Thanks for sharing your methods Laura!
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  4470. How cool! Thanks for sharing! I’ll have to sniff my one example and see if it smells like ginger 😂
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  4471. It’s honestly so common that for events there are so many safety pins involved! 😂 you can do it with the leather edging! You’ve got this 😃 Hahahaha I’m also very grateful the laudanum tincture didn’t impact me afterwards 😉
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  4472. Thanks for watching! 😊💕
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  4473. That’s lovely to hear! 😊
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  4474. This sounds like a lot of fun! Happy sewing 😊
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  4475. Yes.
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  4476. Nope, just the subligaculum directly against my body. I put the red yshtan (pants) on over the garment as an additional outer layer in case I leaked.
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  4477.  @KimberleeBriar  thank you!! ☺️
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  4478. Thank you! 😊
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  4479. Awww thank you so much 🥰 that was such a fun one to make!
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  4480. So glad it was useful! All the best of luck on starting your sewing journey 😊
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  4481. It’s definitely an extremely sad practice. 😔
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  4482. Thank you so much! 😊
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  4483. My pleasure! Listing sources is important 😊 Thanks for your comment.
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  4484. Thank you! :)
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  4485. Oooo happy sewing! Thanks for watching 🥰
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  4486. Thank you! It’s called a Sontag. I didn’t make it myself, rather commissioned a friend. Not sure of a pattern. There is a nice one in one of Prior Attire’s books.
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  4487. Of course!! I’m so glad it’s very helpful. I never think of these as tutorials but I’m very happy to hear they end up serving as tutorials inadvertently 🥰
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  4488. Thank you! I love historical clothing of course and many aspects behind it like artistry, potential for sustainability, quality, etc, but I actually don’t wish I lived in the past as I feel there’s no better time to be alive than now 😊
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  4489. The pattern I used actually has pockets included! I just never add them to mine as I carry a bag everywhere and that feels more secure for me 😊 the pockets are just added to the side seams
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  4490. I hear what you’re saying, but I’m not putting myself in a box. I’m just doing what feels right for me and encouraging others to do what feels right for them. That can be any mix of modern, vintage, historical, to whatever level or degree they see fit. I just personally love wearing historical fashion to the degree that I do, and if I ever felt limited then I would mix things up. There’s a perfect example of this which is historybounding. Using more modern items to create historical-ish looks, and lots of people who love historical fashion also love historybounding. I am a non-dualist so I truly do not want anyone to be on one side or the other. I just want everyone to find joy in their clothing if that’s something that appeals to them. I just want people to feel like they have the space to express themselves in their own unique manner. I just can only speak from my own experience, which is why I make videos from my own perspective.
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  4491. Yes! This will now become a puppy wears historical fashion every day channel 😂 thanks so much! Excited to share it bit by bit 😊
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  4492. A few people have been saying this in the comments, but it makes me laugh because this is just my usual life! I wear these types of clothes every day and making these types of videos is part of my job (a very fun one at that!) So I wouldn’t even think to put on some type of voice other than my normal one, as it isn’t a theatre performance ☺️
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  4493. Hahaha I had to make it home somehow! 😂 thank you!!
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  4494. Amazing! I’ll have to check this practice out 😊
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  4495. I didn’t hide the word miscarriage because I’m trying to be “woke”. If you read the pinned comment you’ll see that it is due to unfair censorship laws on this platform. I recommend critical thinking and trying to learn more info (read comments) before reacting. Have a nice day!
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  4496. Lol 😂
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  4497. Thank you for your comment 😊
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  4498. Thanks for the suggestion! 😊
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  4499. Thank you!! 😁
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  4500. Thank you! I'm self-taught :) I started sewing 6 months before I started this channel, so my earliest videos are the beginnings of my journey.
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  4501. Thank you, Martyna! 😊🥰
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  4502. Also, welcome to the channel!
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  4503. Thank you Kathy! 😊 I had completely forgotten to film myself sewing on the fringe, so I figured I'd just leave it out. It was hard trying to get the entire gown hand sewn super quickly in time for the event and then also film the various steps, so I just missed so many steps with filming. Oh well! There was enough for a video. Lol, I definitely wasn't going to have anything to do with that magical grape juice after what it did to me! I can't believe it teleported me all that way.
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  4504. Thank you Sarah! It could very well be from the 80s. I never had it officially dated, but I was just taking a guess that it was 70s (I think I said 70s?) just based off of the design and materials and such but I am no jewellery expert so I just try to give my educated guess. That's super funny though that you had the exact same bracelet almost!
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  4505. Thank you so much! 🥰 watching your wardrobe grow is truly very rewarding
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  4506. Thanks! I made it :)
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  4507. Awww yay I’m so glad!
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  4508.  @WhyYoutubeWhy  yes they ate skyr. These recipes come from a very researched and reputable book called “An Early Meal”
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  4509. Thank you Bella ❤😊❤
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  4510. Thank you so much Rebecca!
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  4511. I don't know the gender of those who were wearing the strophion, therefore I reflected this in my speech. It is inaccurate to throw Anglo-Christian constructs of gender identity onto ancient societies that did not approach life this way.
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  4512. This has a small crinoline underneath, but I’d recommend cartridge pleating, using a layer of cotton organdie for a stiffening lining, and also layering with multiple petticoats underneath. If you look at my video making the skirt of this ensemble, I used similar techniques there.
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  4513. That’s so cool! I’d imagine studying all the old photos majorly comes in handy with a game like this.
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  4514. You totally should! The American Duchess book has a pattern for one I believe 😊
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  4515. We aren't a romantic couple but thanks 😂 I find it very funny that people aren't accustomed to individuals having close friendships.
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  4516. Thank you, Lita! I'm glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  4517. Thank you very much Gail!
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  4518. So glad you liked it! Yesss!! Her fun little hidden treasures are great!
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  4519. Glad you like the tutorial! 😊
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  4520. Her name is Devon*. People are allowed to give each other gifts and it doesn’t mean everything has to be a crush.
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  4521. Thank you Lisa! Happy new year 🥰
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  4522. Thank you Elizabeth! 😊
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  4523. I have wavy hair, so if I brush it out, the waves look much different. I have a wavy/curly hair routine that I follow, so for the first 3-4 days I normally don’t brush it, and if I do it’s just to smooth the roots, and then for days 5-7 before my wash day I might brush it out but my hair will look less wavy. I also sometimes just don’t brush it for those days until the very last one.
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  4524. Thank you so much Robyn! There are definitely more of these to come 😊
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  4525. Very true!
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  4526. Thanks so much! I love your use of italics here 😅
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  4527. Thank you! They’re from a website in the U.K. called Civil War Suttler but I must admit they aren’t very comfortable for longer term wear (I much prefer American Duchess shoes for comfort)
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  4528. They’re different! Ironing is sliding the iron around. Whilst pressing is placing it on specific parts of the garment and then lifting it off and then setting it down again (the absence of sliding). Pressing generally helps a garment take a certain shape whilst ironing is mainly to remove wrinkles.
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  4529. Thank you!! If you're in the UK, Civil War Sutler sells them. Darcy Clothing also has a nice Victorian pair for sale 😊
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  4530. Thank you 😊
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  4531. Thank you Watson Melon! 😊
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  4532. Most of the ones I wear I’ve either hand sewn myself or purchased second hand, as I only started sewing in August 2020, but started wearing historical fashion quite a while before that. I have a bunch of videos on my channel of making various garments like the Berry Dress I’m wearing in this video 🥰
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  4533. Thank you so much, Katherina, for your support since the very beginning! 😊
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  4534. Thank you so much! Happy holidays 😊🍓
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  4535. Aww thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
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  4536. Thank you! I didn’t film any of these as they were both somewhat of experiments, but the next Tatar dress I make I plan to film the process of 😊
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  4537. Very true! As well, the everyday working woman was wearing the corset, and unless you’re into fashion history, that often isn’t common information. Part of that is I think because of how many shows depict corset scenes for specifically upper class people.
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  4538. Congratulations! 😊
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  4539. Awwww thank you, Heather! I was craving releasing some cinematic content, so this video just needed to happen (for my own creative sanity 😉). Hugs!! ❤️
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  4540. I've always thought I have more Kazan Tatar eyes from my grandmother's ancestry honestly!
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  4541. Thank you Sabrina! 😊
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  4542. Thank you! I have a few videos on historybounding already 😊My most recent one is "how to make any garment more historical" or something like that. It came out quite recently so you should be able to find it on the channel quite easily.
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  4543.  @tristanl.2650  My pleasure!
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  4544. Thank you!! I definitely still wear many of my earlier ones 🥰
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  4545. I’m neurodivergent but not autistic ☺️
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  4546. Yes, I am sure. All of the mental health professionals I’ve worked with are very informed when it comes to autism and autistic women ☺️ I’ve been diagnosed with ADHD and c-PTSD, amongst other things, and since undergoing treatment for c-PTSD, a lot of things for me with my neurodivergence have shifted and even a lot of the ADHD symptoms I experience have dramatically reduced. So I’m pretty confident in the diagnoses I’ve been given.
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  4547. Thank you so much Audri for the kind words and for everything ❤️
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  4548. It’s not a technical term or anything for dress history, just a skirt that looks very fluffy and big 😊 like a poofy cloud for instance
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  4549. Sometimes! I just much prefer linen or linen/cotton blends as linen is just a really pleasant fabric to wear ☺️
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  4550. I love that! Please do occupy your space without shame. What a beautiful statement ❤️
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  4551. Thank you! I don’t sell them but I used pattern no. 118 by Laughing Moon 😊
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  4552. Hi Magi! Thanks so much for sharing your style evolution story 🥰
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  4553. Thanks for the tip! 😊
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  4554. If slouching in the corset hurts you, I’d highly recommend potentially shortening the centre back length a little bit, as my early corsets also hurt when I’d be sitting or slouching and having them made shorter at the back length took care of it 🥰 definitely no shift would probably be the worst part of it
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  4555. Worry not, we were just playing around and after getting a few comments like yours, her and I have spoken about it and she clearly knew it was in humour ☺️ it’s hard for this small glimpse into our friendship to represent all the nuances. Her scores were just her honest scores.
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  4556. Lanolin is great stuff! I didn't have time to read the entire books, so because of that I tried to just learn about the info I needed, which in this case is specifically oilskin. I would spend 100 hours researching for the video if I had to go and read every nuance about waterproof materials. Mainly I just wanted this to be about my experience with oilskin, and a brief history of the material. Nothing super thorough since I'm not a fashion historian nor a researcher 😊 I second the castor oil for shoe shine, it's lovely.
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  4557. My pleasure! I’m glad it’s helpful 😊
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  4558. Thank you too for watching!
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  4559. Thanks Caroline! 🥰
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  4560. Thank you 😊
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  4561. Very true! I think the mainstream media narrative doesn’t help as mostly extreme superfluousness of the upper class is what’s shown.
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  4562. So glad the video was helpful! 🥰 sorry for such a long delay as well, I have been so busy with making new content recently.
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  4563. Ah this is brilliant to hear! Thanks for letting me know 😊
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  4564. Thank you very much!
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  4565. Sorry to hear that happened! This video is some years old now and one thing I also now use for moth prevention is something called parasitic wasps that are made for the clothing moth species. They are not visible by the eye so they aren’t like wasps flying around your home, but they consume the clothing moth eggs and thus help to keep the population down (and have worked really successfully for me).
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  4566. Oh I'm not being critical at all. I absolutely adore many of these pieces and find them gorgeous and fascinating. I love the way Victorian colours clash. My entire channel is basically dedicated to vibrant and gorgeously unique pieces all throughout history, Victorian included. Not sure how my video comes across as critical?
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  4567. Hahaha thank you! I love it 😂
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  4568. Thanks for watching 😊
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  4569. Thank you 😊
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  4570. thank you!! 😀
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  4571. Your next look? 😂
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  4572. I have a video on my channel on ancient Roman menstruation.
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  4573. Thanks so much! 😊
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  4574. Хахаха так мило 😊да вот зима приближается, точно нужно тогда новую шить😉
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  4575. They’re very similar! Except available in pairs, I think that’s the main difference.
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  4576. Thanks for sharing your experience! 🥰
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  4577. Thank you, I hope you’re doing really well 🙂
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  4578. Glad you feel validated! The less pressure we can put on everyone in this community to do things “a certain way” the better, because there is no one way for everyone!
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  4579. Thank you!! I really enjoy that show 😊
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  4580. Only seeing this now, thank you! ☺️
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  4581. That’s a great way to accomplish that! There’s something about a matching set that can be so satisfying too 😊
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  4582. Definitely! I think consistency between disciplines would be a great way to limit confusion and create some continuity
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  4583. Yep!! It’s such a weird one
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  4584. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4585. Thank you! I shoot all the footage that doesn’t include me. My partner shoots the footage that does include me (if it isn’t on a tripod because when I’m just talking to the camera I can do that myself). And I do all the editing 😊
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  4586.  @nmd1211  I hope you enjoy it 😊
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  4587. Thank you very much 😊
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  4588. I love that touch though of the fringe just around the border. I’m sure it’s lovely 🥰
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  4589. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  4590. I’m not pandering to people, I’m expressing my own opinion. Is it so hard to believe that I want people of all genders and sexualities to be recognised and included in this channel? Is it so hard to believe that I truly think there are more than 2 genders? The science and facts are all there. I am giving good information, it’s called information based in modern day science and research. I don’t think this is the channel for you 🥰
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  4591. I'm not British! 😅 I've just been very passionate about organic food and permaculture since I was born (my parents are too) and that coupled with a bunch of food sensitivities means I have always read labels.
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  4592. Oh no apologies necessary! I live in Europe so it's a common mixup.
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  4593. It’s definitely a super fascinating observation! 😊
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  4594. I have a video sort of on this actually 😊 it’s called something along the lines of “how to make modern clothing feel more historical”
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  4595. I also have lots of construction videos on how to make simple garments, as I sew most of my own clothing 😊
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  4596. Большое спасибо! Приятно слышать о вашем национальности )) спасибо)) Мой дедушка вообще-то был казаком )) я не давно сняла видео по пошиву башлыка, а теперь думаю как буду шить татарского исторического ансамбля. Уже есть у меня планы )) Моя бабушка шила тюбетейки, так что в детстве я смотрела как она шила ))
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  4597. My flow is medium I would say and it worked for me. A folded pad insert could work of course but considering they didn’t wear the type of underwear historically that is worn in modern times, there’d still have to be something to hold the pad insert. Therefore the subligaculum or something similar would still have to be made and worn, it could perhaps just be reinforced with an insert or some other absorbent material for heavier flows. Or free bleeding, but I give my opinion on why I’m not sure this would be likely due to stigma.
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  4598. Thank you! It’s probably my least favourite thing I’ve made, and it’s the first proper garment I ever sewed (besides a chemise) so that could also be why! Haha
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  4599. Thanks a ton Karen! I really appreciate your viewership 😊
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  4600. Thank you, Maia, for sharing all this! You're definitely right, there is so much possibility and opportunity to find love and acceptance, and sometimes in the most unexpected of places. It's a beautiful thing, and it makes all the risk in life worth it. I'm sorry to hear you experience depression (and all the challenges that come with it). I have a ton of empathy for what I imagine you're going through (without knowing first hand because, of course, I'm not in your shoes) due to my own mental health struggles, and they can just be so debilitating. So I wish you peace, recovery, strength, patience with yourself, and many other things. It's wonderful that you have that goal to hopefully work towards one day and always to stay focused on, in particular during your most difficult days. Sometimes just having a plan to do something in the future can make all the difference (along with having a support system that really cares and gets it). If you ever want to email and talk about it, just know that I am here and ready to listen (you can find my email on the About section of my channel 😊).
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  4601. Thank you 🥰
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  4602. I think it’s unlikely because garments historically (especially in ancient history) were usually draped directly on a person for construction and not on a form (forms tend to be very inaccurate for actual body measurements and the way the body behaves due to a form’s lack of malleability). Additionally, Ancient Greek clothing is made of long cuts of rectangles and squares, very simple shapes that are cleverly manipulated in order to get the desired drape, so a form wouldn’t be neccesary, and likely would not have even really been available at the time. Dress forms are more of a 20th century thing.
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  4603. WHEAT
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  4604. Thank you, Justyna 😊
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  4605. The way food tastes is definitely very subjective :)
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  4606. I jumped on it for quite a long time to get it to separate quite a lot. Also, I removed the plastic completely so it was able to separate when I jumped on the mattress.
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  4607. I believe there are more than 2 genders. And so believed many non-Christian societies historically (literally extending way way into the past). Because this video focuses on mainly historical Christian societies, I mentioned it. Transphobia isn’t welcome on my channel.
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  4608. Actually no, I wouldn't be. Because I wear linen and wool designed for the hottest parts of the world (worsted wool or tropical wool). People historically have always lived in incredibly hot places but they knew how to use fabrics to their advantage. The Bedouin live in the hottest deserts of the world and wear head to toe fabric, often made of goat's wool. They aren't doing that to torture themselves, rather to protect themselves from heat stroke. If I were hot in 100 degrees for 4 months, I would be just as hot as anyone else wearing modern clothing. And that's the point.
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  4609. Спасибо!! 🥰
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  4610.  @TreScotts1Fan  Thank you!
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  4611. Aww thank you very much for your kind comment Abigail 😊
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  4612. Thank you!! Wrappers are such comfy garments 🥰
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  4613. Thank you Watson Melon! 😊
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  4614. Very true 😊
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  4615. All wonderful tips 💕
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  4616. Thank you! 😊
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  4617. Thank you 😊
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  4618. Definitely! Lol, is that a British thing to say? 🤣 I honestly didn’t even notice hahaha
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  4619. Thank you Drew ❤️❤️❤️
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  4620. I have indeed! I don’t find it to be difficult, in fact it’s often easier because I can wear my clothes much longer per outfit and also can bring matching sets so I always know what I will wear. Packing for travel can also be quite fun because of it too! My biggest recommendation would be to bring more working class/workwear style clothes or day clothes as those tend to be a lot easier than some of the more superfluous historical outfits that incorporate a lot more parts. Also try and build outfits around one set of structural undergarments. I generally bring 1-2 corsets and one sort of late 19th century bum pad as I can generally use it for other eras too.
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  4621. Thanks for the compliment and question! I wear a lot of working class historical clothes these days, so they’re pretty low key. I would just wear something very plain and just do a very basic updo for my hair, so it wouldn’t seem particularly attention-grabbing.
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  4622.  @rarebreedewe  neither of us are American (well I’m half American, but B is definitely not American) ☺️ neither of us live there either.
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  4623. Most of mine are from TheBoudoirKey but she has a waitlist at the moment I believe!
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  4624. Super fascinating! Now I’m probably going to Google deep dive into West African knotting techniques 😊
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  4625. Thank you so much! 😊 Somehow Victorian and Elven work so well together and I’m surprised I hadn’t realised that sooner 🤣
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  4626. Thanks Cadi!
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  4627. Thank you so much! Have a wonderful Christmas! 😊
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  4628. Thanks Kami! 🥰
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  4629. Thank you!! :)
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  4630. Thank you so much for your lovely comment! A Norse pagan ensemble would be so cool! I used to live in Iceland for nearly 5 years, and I learned quite a bit of Icelandic then. The ability for Icelanders to still read Old Norse is so moving and impressive.
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  4631. Ugh that is just awful truly. It’s like degrading another human being down to a reality TV show and treating them as an object, when they’re just trying to get on and live their lives whilst having their own lifestyles and beliefs (which everyone is entitled to as long as it doesn’t harm others❤️) I don’t think that reality shows about Amish folks help either. As it just makes the everyday Amish family even more of a perceived tourist attraction for visitors, and my guess is that a lot of Amish folks do not want to be treated like that. Realistically who would.
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  4632. Wheat
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  4633. It’s very uncomfortable to see!
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  4634. I'll definitely be sharing any of it here. I just released a video titled "I sewed my great-great grandma's underwear" where I share some of the research, but I am slowly gathering enough info for a "500 years of Volga Tatar" fashion video. I should say though that there are many different groups of Tatars, and we aren't actually genetically related. The name "Tatar" was given to a variety of Turkic ethnic groups (we didn't really choose it ourselves) and we all have different genetic origins. So my research is only focused on my own group, which are the Volga Tatars. Not sure whether or not your friend is Volga Tatar too, which is why I mention this, as the fashions of the other Tatar groups can be quite different, along with culture too 😊
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  4635. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  4636. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey but she has a waitlist at the moment I believe 😊
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  4637. Thank you!
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  4638. it depends! I'm not too held up about historical accuracy though as I continuously find odd things in museums that are perplexing, so I often feel like a lot of things may have potentially been found historically but we just don't have evidence for it 😂
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  4639. Awesome!! And that’s a very good question. I’m guessing it has the same effect and is just two different manners of going about the same thing? That would be my thought, but perhaps someone else here has a different opinion 😊
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  4640. Thank you!
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  4641. Thanks so much for watching! 😊
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  4642. Thank you 😊
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  4643. Thank you so much!! I think you'll really enjoy it. I have a fun reveal planned too!
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  4644. Ah very interesting! Thanks for sharing your perspective 😊
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  4645. The product of vlogging with a heavy cinema camera that isn’t designed for vlogging and a wide angle lens haha
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  4646. I think it fits well with the anachronisms they bring into the film in other ways though. Even just the quirky asides and breaking of the fourth wall, etc. All of those feel distinctly modern (they aren’t modern techniques but the way they’re executed feels very Wes Anderson, modern).
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  4647. Thank you so much 😊
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  4648. Thank you! I don't use AI very often, so I constantly forget it's pretty easy to ask these types of questions to AI 😂
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  4649. Pretty neat, eh? ☺️
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  4650. Awww thank you so much! You should totally make a soft wrapper! It’ll be a delight for summer as well.
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  4651. When there’s big money involved around the narrative of corsets equaling torture, probably a lot haha
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  4652. It's super important to protect your lungs. You only have one pair of them.
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  4653. @OCDCOMMENTS I was homeless for a year and lived in my car when I was 18, so definitely not. Don’t comment on people’s lives when you know absolutely nothing about their pasts or what they’ve gone through. Take care.
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  4654. These are all Etsy shops: -TheBoudoirKey (makes most of my corsetry) -GibsonGirlDress (haven’t purchased from but have heard amazing things) -ChezAbbieGrace (my friend’s historically inspired shop) -Romlya (get some of my combinations made by them) -LadyJanesClothing (makes some of my chemises/crinolines) I get most of my stockings from the websites Darcy Clothing and Nehelenia Patterns. That’s what I can think of for now! A lot of the other stuff I make myself.
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  4655. So glad you liked the video! 😊 it does indeed look like a monstera to me, though can’t confirm 😅
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  4656. Thank you so much ☺️
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  4657. Hahaha you are definitely not alone!
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  4658. Thank you so much Kathy! 😊
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  4659. Thanks Michelle! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  4660. My pleasure! Thanks so much for watching, and for your comment 😊
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  4661. From a variety of places (lots of pattern books for example). The Victorian Dressmaker by Prior Attire, Patterns of Fashion, Making Working Women’s Costume, are all books I regularly use. With regards to commercial pattern companies I like Black Snail patterns, Laughing Moon, Reconstructing History
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  4662.  @ragnkja  I get mine from Midland textiles (sell a lot of curtains actually) or from AmoThreads when a deadstock batch recently popped up. I would check curtain shops as it is very often used in the production of curtains.
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  4663. Thank you!! 🥰
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  4664. I think it could be very shocking and distressing for someone who perhaps has a trauma surrounding miscarriage, hence why I mention the warning. This is a historical fashion video so we would be focusing more on the clothes and less on the experiences of people in society from an anthropological perspective, even though there is some crossover. Glad you enjoyed the video overall!
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  4665. Heck yeah!! I’m so glad this can show the reality of how simple it actually can be 🥰
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  4666. Thank you 😊
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  4667. thank you so much! 🥰
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  4668. Thanks so much Karen! 🥰
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  4669. that’s such a compliment! Thank you so much 😊
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  4670. Thank you! 🥰
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  4671. Thank you, Shevuan! 😊
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  4672. A shift or a smock 😊 thank you!!
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  4673. Going to stop you there. “Trans culture” is not a trend. It has existed since the beginning of time (perhaps called different things in history but has always existed). It’s also not going anywhere, so definitely not a trend.
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  4674. @davidhunt6508 yep! My grandmother helped raise me and she speaks Tatar fluently. I’ve also visited my family’s region over a dozen times.
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  4675. Agreed! It shouldn’t have to be a personal expense though especially if it’s part of the costume specifically for the production
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  4676. Thank you! Welcome to the channel. There is some amazing fashion during those periods.
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  4677. So glad you enjoyed it! I’m definitely making it a full series 😊 I have plans to expand out into Georgian too as I’m sure there’s lots I’ll uncover there haha
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  4678. In this case, no. It would have been incredibly messy to stuff it so I separated the material once it was already in the case enclosed.
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  4679. Thanks so much! 😊
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  4680. I hope your cloak making is a lot of fun! They’re very exciting garments to make 😊
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  4681. I make most of my own clothes now aside from underwear! I do have a corset q and a video though where I talk about where I get my corsets from 🥰 my other under garments I just get randomly on Etsy from people who have made them for reenactment purposes perhaps and are selling them off secondhand 😊
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  4682. Thank you so much Jae! 🥰
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  4683. Awww what a sweet gift from her! 🥰
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  4684. Love this, thank you!
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  4685. I have absolutely no idea hahaha. It wasn’t a thing historically to my knowledge unless it was stays/corset and then a stiff bodice or boned bodice over, which isn’t technically a second corset.
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  4686. Thank you!! It was quite the edit 😅
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  4687. Thanks so much Maia! Yesss the last stitch was somewhat emotional as I was tired but also kind of attached to the project at that point haha. Thanks for picking up on the parts where I’m showing off items with the same colour scheme. I started notice the combination all over my house as soon as I began this dress 😂
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  4688. Thank you! 😊
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  4689. I left a thorough comment about free bleeding on another thread so I’m copy and pasting it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4690. Thanks for watching! 🥰
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  4691. Thank you for sharing your experience with tightlacing! 🥰 definitely listening to your body and fit go such a long ways.
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  4692. It is a very pleasant rhythm! I’m glad you enjoy it and thanks for your comment Mel 😊
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  4693. My favourite book series!
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  4694. Lol! I think you might be right 🤣
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  4695. I definitely understand you’re saying. I think though historical vs. vintage is an accurate representation because within the sewing community there are people who use vintage patterns and remake and wear vintage styles and then there are people who do the same for historical. Not all people who wear vintage wear true vintage. Many wear replicas or a mix of the two. They’re still considered vintage though as the style is vintage. Google defines “retro” as, “imitative of a style or fashion from the recent past.” I don’t think of 30s, 40s, 50s as recent past so I wouldn’t call it retro personally. But that’s the whole point we are trying to make in this video. There is no one regulating these definitions and there are no clear definitions. We’re merely discussing our experiences firsthand with what we wear daily within the sphere of clothing related in some way to history. We’re just facilitating an open conversation.
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  4696.  @katwitanruna  ooooo a DIY dry cleaning tool, now that sounds interesting!
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  4697. Welcome to the channel! 🥰 merino wool is lovely, so soft as well. Eastern Europe has a long standing tradition of wool undergarments, though usually much scratchier versions, so I’m sure merino would be very comfy.
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  4698. Ah this is a totally different side of my family. I’m also a Volga Tatar and not Crimean Tatar (on my maternal side) 😊
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  4699. Thank you!! I hope your winter is going well 🥰
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  4700. Many Indigenous people survive in -52 wearing only natural materials, so it is possible. Early humans had to survive in the cold somehow too.
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  4701. Practice I think! I used to stitch much more side ways but now I just try to sort of intuitively feel where I’m going. I also sometimes will thread trace, mark with chalk, etc. It gets more uniform the more you practice. I’ve probably spent about 2000 hours of my life now hand sewing over the course of the past 2 years or so when I started.
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  4702. Thank you so much Emiline!
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  4703. Thank you 😊 Hahaha I can definitely understand! It's a site in the UK called AmoThreads. They have very limited quantities, but post new fabrics regularly, so you just have to keep your eye out for nice ones like this velvet (and the lime silk I got from them too).
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  4704.  @eileenfb1948  Flat-lining! 😊
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  4705.  @carolyng5235  I highly recommend ShopBeyondTime then! As the owner makes many different styles of both sheer and thin cottons 😊
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  4706. Using pleats to hide the back closure is a wonderful method! It’s so cool how much it gives a certainty continuity to a garment too 🥰 They definitely eat up a ton of fabric! I hope you can try them again soon 😊
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  4707. Short-sightedness is the same as nearsightedness.
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  4708. Yes!! 😊
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  4709. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  4710. Hahaha what a fun name
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  4711. I've never release a true "tutorial" but in my Victorian meets LOTR dress video, I show the construction process of making the wrapper. I used Laughing Moon no. 118 for the pattern 😊
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  4712. In my Victorian sleep video yes.
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  4713. thank you ☺️
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  4714. Thank you so much Tracy 🥰
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  4715. Thank you! You definitely should make one, it's a nice one day or evening project 😊 Adding a bib is a brilliant idea, especially in a chaotic kitchen 😅
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  4716. Thank you Luna! 😊
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  4717. True! I ended up looking up the definition a couple days ago and retro seems to represent the "nostalgia cycle" which are typically for the two decades that are 20–30 years before the current one, so I suppose that’d put it at 90s and naughties? The problem is, retro is often also used for 50s, 60s, and 70s fashion. There is just so little consistency with the definitions and how they’re used haha
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  4718. Thanks for watching!! 😊
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  4719. Thank you! It’s definitely a process, just keep taking it one step at a time. I promise it gets far less overwhelming as time progresses, as your skills and knowledge increase. The process then becomes more instinctual.
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  4720. Thank you! Russian is my first language as I’m a Tatar! 😊
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  4721. Thank you so much! That's lovely to hear you're almost done knitting a sontag! For shoes, it's pretty straightforward. I usually wear American Duchess boots, but non-slip pads to the bottom of the leather soles to prevent slipping on ice, and now I'm also about to make a set of Tatar winter shoes. I'm considering making a video documenting the process, but I'm not sure yet.
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  4722. It is truly 500 years! 🥰 glad you enjoyed it!
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  4723. Thank you 🥰
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  4724. Thank you!! 😊
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  4725. Glad to hear it's useful! Happy hemming 😊
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  4726. Thank you! 😊
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  4727. Hahahaha I love that you’re practicing to be a professional mermaid 🧜‍♀️
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  4728. What a cool project! I have an older videos demonstrating the most common hand stitches (one of my earliest videos on my channel)
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  4729. Thanks so much! It’s great to hear also that you’ve had similar experiences with stays. They’re quite magical things!
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  4730. I actually do as I eat them often lol. They’re a really healthy snack and my body tolerates them well. I have a lot of food sensitivities so whenever I find a protein-rich healthy snack that is quick to make and my body is actually happy with, I’m sold. They’re also extremely affordable in my area.
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  4731. Thank you! I think most periods have important moments with good things happening. But of course plenty of awful things too (some of which continue to exist today.) I think oftentimes we can learn and grow more as a society by recognising our advancements and steps forward, whilst also acknowledging and learning from past wrongdoings.
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  4732. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  4733. As in I don’t believe just women can get pregnant, but because we’re speaking about a Christian society hundreds of years ago, the language is very binary.
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  4734. So glad you’re enjoying the crossover! 🥰 I’m sure you’ll decide on a lovely option for your cousin’s wedding too 😊
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  4735. Thank you for watching 😊
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  4736. Thank you so much! I highly encourage you to learn. It’s easier than you might think and there are free resources on YouTube and the internet in general. You don’t even need a machine as alterations can all be stitched by hand 😊
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  4737. For me, it didn't really smell much and it was certainly less strong than with a pad, perhaps because wool is an extremely breatheable material and has some naturally antimicrobial properties. Regarding whether or not they wore them all week, it's hard to say, as we don't even fully know if they wore them in the first place (though I suspect they may have, in addition to other options). There's very little information about menstruation from this point in history (and as is the case for many points in history).
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  4738. Ah yes! It’s a redingote, so it’s a jacket attached with skirts. I made it from a very drapey green wool for the Black Snail Redingote pattern on their website 😊
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  4739. Sure thing! I have a lookbook actually wearing the redingote, it’s titled something like “18th century forest traveller”
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  4740. Thank you so much :)
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  4741. Thanks for watching 😊
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  4742. Hahaha berry clever!
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  4743. I like this! Though I feel like retro often gets associated with 1960s and 70s fashion, so it’s hard for me to imagine a 2000s track suit in there somehow
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  4744. Short stays with “sufficient” bust life would have done the job honestly. The other tricky part in all this I’ve found is getting accurate information regarding the corsetry practices on the show. There seems to be so much conflicting information about it online.
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  4745. Thank you!
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  4746. That’s absolutely amazing! Thank you for watching 😊
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  4747. Glad it was helpful Ieva! The Georgians have many unique and interesting hand stitches. Thanks for your comment.
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  4748. Smiling is always a great way to respond too! 😊
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  4749. I hear you! Bridgerton is a very interesting mix of fantasy and historical, to the point where I think it can be confusing to understand what’s what.
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  4750. I’d highly recommend various shops on Etsy. I’ve heard great things about GibsonGirlDress for example.
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  4751. Welcome to the channel! 🥰
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  4752. Thank you! 🥰
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  4753. Oh no!! Are your garments okay?
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  4754.  @hannakirillovskaya  oh good, I’m very glad!
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  4755. Lol 🤣
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  4756. Aww how very sweet! They're one of the best winter accessories honestly.
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  4757. Awww thanks so much! I'm glad you've been enjoying the channel so 😊
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  4758. Thank you Taylor! Much appreciated 😊
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  4759. I've already done this one :) It's on my channel from about 3 months ago
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  4760. Yesss they’re right in line with Bianca’s style definitely 😊
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  4761. Happy sewing! I hope you get to make something beautiful using this stitch 😃
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  4762. I have a really short waist so I can relate! I also think though sometimes society leads us to believe that certain colours don’t suit us, when really they might. So often I find just a slight shift in the undertone or tone of the colour makes a world of a difference.
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  4763.  @banannakis6723  Definitely! I'd say historically people were even braver with colour in the West at least.
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  4764. It may be labelled as a “dress marker” or “hem marker” on sites like eBay. Perhaps try writing “vintage” as well as most of them are vintage.
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  4765. Wonderful! Thanks Diane! ❤️
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  4766. Thank you Faran!
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  4767. 🥰🥰🥰
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  4768. I had a lot of stuff to do very late in the evenings as I explained in the end of the video 😊
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  4769. Could be! It’s also just a narrative that a lot of people really believe.
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  4770. It was the Prior Attire annual Victorian ball 😊
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  4771. Very much agreed 😊
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  4772. Thank you!! 🥰 it’ll probably be another couple months before I release it just because I’m going to be releasing quite a bit of the grape gown content soon
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  4773. Thank you very much Elizabeth 😊 welcome to the channel!
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  4774. Thank you Pia! Really glad you enjoyed it so much 🥰
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  4775. YouTube of course. Please read the pinned comment.
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  4776. I’ve bought some in the past from Etsy stores like ElgarSisterShop and RibbonLaceCreations 😊
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  4777. RibbonLaceCreations was for chemises though 😊
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  4778. Thank you!
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  4779. Thank you so, so much Catherine for the lovely compliments 😊
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  4780. Definitely makes a lot of sense! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  4781. She sure is!! ❤️
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  4782. I’m so sorry 😞 it’s a super scary feeling!
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  4783. Thanks so much!
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  4784. Thanks so much! I used the cycling bloomers pattern by Reconstructing History 😊
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  4785. Victorian sports clothing. I pair of a working class bed gown with cycling bloomers generally. Super comfortable.
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  4786. I should also mention, historically knotting the thread normally wasn’t done. They would just take a few back stitches in the same place to start and end a row of stitching. I, however, find this to be very insecure, and therefore have developed this altered technique where it is a back stitch but then knots are fed through the loop it creates for further security. This isn’t completely historically accurate, but I think it gives the stitching more durability.
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  4787. Thank you!
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  4788. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  4789. Thank you very much!
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  4790. Those fake bird ornaments that often hang on Christmas trees are perhaps an ethical idea of getting the same kind of vibe!
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  4791. Thank you so much for your kind words! I really appreciate it!
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  4792. Thank you, Haimon! It's crazy how makeup and hair can do that, right?!
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  4793. Exactly 😊
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  4794. I find that the gluten in wheat specifically is what affects me. Rye doesn’t affect me nor does gluten free beer. But regular wheat beer affects me.
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  4795. Oooo wow a smocking pleater machine! That is so so cool. See you during the next video 🥰
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  4796. Thank you 🥰
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  4797. I have a brief explanation of how I did in my video where I gave myself an ancient Greek makeover. It doesn't require a pattern or anything as it's just two giant rectangles. I also include in the description on that video a tutorial and some resources that were helpful.
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  4798. I'm glad to hear that! Thank you for your comment, Eva 😊
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  4799. lol 😂 the bruising has cleared already luckily!
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  4800. Glad you enjoyed the video! Definitely super Samhain 😄
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  4801. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  4802. Indeed, the algorithm. Please don’t blame creators but instead take a look at the system. I don’t condone the censorship of nudity in ancient art. I’m also only half American and have lived in Europe for 8 years, so please consider what you write before writing it.
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  4803. Thanks for letting me know ☺️ it is indeed a word that I’ve only seen written a bunch and have never said out loud until this video haha.
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  4804. Some might know something! (Those with an interesting in historical fashion). But yes, this is why I mention in the video corsets were worn irrespective of gender especially during the regency period since dandies certainly enjoyed their fair share of corsets.
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  4805. I’m the same as you and very often wore bralettes before switching to the corset some years ago! And yet still for some reason I still prefer the corset. It’s because it helps me so much with back pain that the extra added bodily support makes it all worth it
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  4806.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thanks Catherine! I totally agree 😊
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  4807.  @Carolineytch  thanks Caroline 😊 that’s funny you pronounce it the same way too!
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  4808.  @modkhi  it’s definitely a French thing! I studied French for about 5 years and the language I grew up speaking has significant French influence and is therefore pronounced Cor-SET.
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  4809.  @sarahperkins2340  thank you very much Sarah! I really appreciate you!
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  4810.  @YouHaveAGoodPoint  it comes from the Eastern European pronunciation I think 😊 at least many Eastern Europeans pronounce it like I do (and my first language is Eastern European)
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  4811.  @Cornerstanding  I have a corset Q&A video on my channel 😊 my corsetmaker is TheBoudoirKey
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  4812. Accessibility in my case.
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  4813. Thanks so much Kelly!
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  4814. Thank you!! I use DaVinci Resolve and I usually have an idea in my head of how I want to shoot everything. Typically for voice over videos, I’ll edit together all the A-roll roughly in order and then write the script around that, then go back in and tighten everything up and get any extra shots or b-roll I need. And I’ll edit together all the audio at this point too. Once the cuts are done, I’ll go in and add any transitions, music, or folly/sound effects, and then finally I’ll colour grade everything manually. I make my own colour grading presets for specific types of shots and just use those for similar ones and adjust as necessary.
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  4815.  @bohoballerina95  thanks for the support 😊
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  4816. Thank you! I recommend @vintagebursche for historical menswear. I have an interview with him on my channel as well.
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  4817. It’s linked in the cards of the video, and also on my channel if you search “cleaning” 😊
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  4818. Thank you! 😊
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  4819. Hahaha making mistakes is a good thing! (And natural). I put it in the non-essential category because you can technically unlock seams just with scissors (this method I find works a lot better for hand sewn back stitches than a seam ripper) so because of that I just popped it into the “if you have a little extra money to spend” category 😂
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  4820. Thank you! I used a pattern by Laughing Moon to make it (no. 118) 😊
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  4821. Thanks for watching!
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  4822. Thank you!! I was a little terrified to take the plunge as I needed my skills to get to a certain point, but I’m really happy with giving a new life to antiques in particular, as that’s something I feel really passionate about and want others to be able to enjoy ❤️
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  4823. Lol! 😂
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  4824. I'm so sorry to hear that you aren't able to be in an official tribe. Sending hugs 💕
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  4825. Thank you!! ☺️
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  4826. Thank you so much, your comment is greatly appreciated 😊
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  4827. Thanks for sharing about your own fashion journey! I’m wearing an 1840s wrapper that is me-made, using Laughing Moon no. 118. I made it from a single layer of purple linen as a light, summer option. The headwear I commissioned a friend to knit for me. She made up the pattern herself but based it off the 1862 fashion plate from the Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine called “Daisy Travelling or Winter Hood.” Hopefully this info helps! 🥰
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  4828. Yes!! It works SO well 🥰
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  4829. I very much do hear your points, and they are also why it's tremendously important to use discretion when choosing organic. I know a lot of the farmers I buy from firsthand, and know how they treat their crops and animals. Additionally, I live in Europe and here we actually have very regulated and high standards for what defines organic and what is and isn't allowed. Choosing farms that apply permaculture practices and regenerative practices furthers that, and in Europe my experience has been that organic food is often not that much more expensive than non-organic, and in some instances, it is actually cheaper. Regarding organic not being able to feed everyone, I disagree with this. But it would require a tremendous mindset and practice shift in order to do so. Unlike in past history, we have certain knowledge of soil science and organic food production that people in the past didn't. Moreover, we have the technology to test things and see concrete data on how effective/ineffective some practices are. The western world just doesn't currently have a lot of these systems in place, and so that's why it would be such a big shift. The biggest thing to tackle, in my opinion, is biodiversity and soil health, two focuses which take some time and investment up front to implement, and therefore are not appealing in industrialised, factory farming settings, but in the long run they pay off greatly and can produce a massive abundance of organic food. I highly recommend the documentary "Kiss the Ground." It's beautiful at explaining this and even examples of how it has been implemented.
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  4830. Thank you so much Caroline! 🥰 i'm not a big fan of most of the modern stuff either! haha
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  4831. Thank you! I’d definitely like to at some point! I want to focus on areas outside of Europe for a bit but Dutch fashion will go on the list too for the future 😊
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  4832. Thanks so much r.i.! I got these leather gloves in a lot of vintage gloves off of Vinted, and they don't have a brand written on them, so unfortunately I wouldn't be able to say.
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  4833. Expressing that I'm tired because I worked 100 hours on this video, whilst working another full time job to make ends meet, whilst cooking elaborate meals for an entire week, fillming the entire thing as a 1 person crew, doing all the clean up, hosting my friend visitng from another country, dealing with severe health issues at the same time, and not eating the food that normally energises me is not complaining. Anyone in my position would have been bloody exhausted. In this world, people are going through many things that they do not show to an audience. It is vital that we have compassion for what others are going through because it's OK for others to express their more challenging parts, and in fact I see this as a strength.
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  4834. Yesss vanity sizing is such a frustrating practice! I remember when I learned about it a couple years ago I was shocked lol. It’s nice not having to think about numbered sizes with historical clothing.
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  4835. So cool that you really love the English stitch and “Georgian method” as well 🥰 it’s funny how the English stitch feels like it’s taking forever but then once you realise that’s it and then garment is lined, it actually ends up saving so much time hahaha
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  4836. Hey Justyna!! Glad your wish was finally granted 😊 Hope you enjoyed it!
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  4837. My studio is often not large enough to do so ☺️
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  4838. Thank you 🥰
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  4839. I'm sorry you lost that jewellery, that's no fun! Thank you very much for your comment 😊
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  4840. Bye bye 👋🏼
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  4841. Welcome!
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  4842. This is a super beautiful comment, thank you so much! 🥰
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  4843. Hahaha binge away! 😊 they’ve come from a variety of sources, including different dressmakers on Etsy who were maybe selling gowns secondhand they no longer wear, to a historical dressmaking group on FB where people sell garments they no longer wear. Sometimes I’ll randomly find something good on eBay or Depop or Vinted. I just try to keep my eye out whenever I’m on one of those sites, though I make basically all of my own clothing now and don’t have as much of a need to buy second hand.
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  4844. Thank you!! And definitely. That’s part of why I got into sewing my own clothes. There just aren’t a lot of options in store that are totally natural fibre. Plus fit is an entirely other topic too haha
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  4845. There is some history of wearing scarves, or similar coverings, but it just isn’t depicted, yeah! Scottish Paisley scarves were popular in the 1800s, many people wore shawls too and would bundle them up high on the neck. In the Victorian era you see a lot of high collars and jabots, which are like a neck frill, and this is just womenswear. It was common for men to wear scarves in the Victorian era, but they also generally wore ties and high collars which could keep their necks warm. In the Georgian era there were a lot of cravats and fichus being worn which are kind of like scarves as well. I guess generally the scarves that did exist weren’t like our very thick modern ones. Also this is just Britain/America here. I don’t know much about scarf-wearing for other cultures but it could have well existed 😊
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  4846.  @mranster  I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here ☺️ “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  4847. My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
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  4848. So glad you enjoyed the video! 🥰
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  4849. This is not "playing dress up". This is my normal clothing. And not only that, I heavily researched it and sewed the entire thing myself using traditional methods from the Viking age and completely with a needle and thread.
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  4850. Thank you Arthur for watching! I'm so pleased to hear it was inspirational 😊
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  4851. Thank you!
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  4852. Thanks for your support!
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  4853. Aww that’s so kind! Thank you so much 😊
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  4854. That's the plan!
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  4855. Awww thank you so much! Enjoy the videos!
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  4856. Thanks so much Donna! She is such a sweet puppy and we feel really lucky to have her 🥰
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  4857. Thank you!! I’ve found hair oil to be a bit too heavy for my curls unfortunately. I have thick but very low porosity curls, so they can be super temperamental 😂
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  4858. What sweet memories! Thanks for sharing 😊
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  4859. My pleasure! I'm glad it's been useful 😊And what a lovely goal to have.
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  4860.  @Namiyasi  awww lovely! Happy sewing 😊
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  4861. Thank you, Rava! ❤️
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  4862. I think some actors can be very real and wonderful. I’d argue we all sometimes put on a mask that we wear for the world, and that’s okay. No one likely knows the real us. In fact, many people don’t even know themselves and that’s okay too. I definitely think though as you say, the classic Hollywood and red carpet practices and attire seem far more uncomfortable than the corset which in my experience has only ever offered tremendous support
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  4863. That’s so cool! I’d say the reason why is maybe price and the artisan skill it takes to make historical clothing. People used to spend a significant portion of their salaries on clothes.
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  4864. Definitely it should be more common especially if someone likes wearing them! 🥰
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  4865. This is a very good question! I hope I didn't breach fire safety within the Thyme-Space Continuum 😟
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  4866. No pattern sadly as I commissioned a friend to knit it for me and they made their own pattern. The wrap though is called a Sontag. It was popular in the 1860s. There’s a pattern for one in Prior Attire’s second The Victorian Dressmaker book
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  4867. Thank you!! ☺️
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  4868. Thank you so much!! I had the idea in my head for about 6 months, so I’m really happy it turned out similar to how I imagined it! 🥰
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  4869. Thank you! 🥰
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  4870. Thanks for watching Cas! I’m glad it’s been useful 😊
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  4871. Thanks so much Drew ❤️❤️
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  4872. Thank you very much 😊
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  4873. Hi! Thanks so much! I have not. One of my favourite book series is Poldark. I’m not big on historical fiction that takes place during wars and battles generally, and whilst Poldark has a little of that going on, it focuses a lot of the life of the main character and her future children. I highly recommend the series.
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  4874. Lol, I can imagine that was very confusing!
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  4875. Very true! Britain also was in a little ice age in the 1700s and a few centuries prior to that too.
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  4876. It depends! I think at times they were and at others they weren’t. There seems to be a lot of conflicting information online about what types of corsets they wore.
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  4877. Thank you!!
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  4878. I used Laughing Moon no. 118 ☺️
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  4879. Thanks so much! Absolutely 😊 I think I can even imagine it for spring and autumn as well, along with summer of course too 😊
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  4880. Thank you!
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  4881. A very interesting thought! Or perhaps they felt like daring to be different and then maybe got so much ridicule from “high society” that they shelved the items?
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  4882. Thank you!!!
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  4883. I’m either ambidextrous or mixed-handed! Some things I can only do with my left (like writing), some things I can only do with my right (like working with scissors) and some things I can do with both (like sewing).
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  4884. Thanks for sharing your own system for laundry! It's fun to see how varied each individual's routine can be, but what's great is we each do what works for us 😊
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  4885. Thank you Balu!!
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  4886. Many more medieval videos to come this year! ☺️
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  4887. thank you! I’m nearsighted as well so I can relate a little bit 🥰 I love hearing your interpretation about the shot.
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  4888. Hahaha thank you Adelaide 😊
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  4889. Thank you 🥰
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  4890. Thanks so much! It’s like magic, right?! Feels so counterintuitive but actually works haha
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  4891. Thanks so much Drew! 😊
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  4892. Thanks for sharing your preferred methods 😊
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  4893. Really glad you liked it! 🥰
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  4894. One kajillion million heads.
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  4895. Very true! Having education on materials and textiles is such a huge one. I didn’t learn these things until I started getting into sustainability and also when my skin started reacting more to synthetics. And then sewing really expanded that knowledge. A lot of people don’t go through a basic textiles course in their life or even home economics these days because of budget cuts, so it makes sense that there’s a major lack of knowledge about these topics.
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  4896. Lol the context though
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  4897. Always nice to find strange niche interests! 🤣🥰
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  4898. Thanks so much!
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  4899. Well done! Some of them were really tricky!
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  4900. Hahaha how wonderful. I much prefer berry gardens then ornamental ones myself 😊
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  4901. It was actually my mother’s old copy and she gave it to me a couple of years ago! (It’s from the 90s I believe). The new printed version I’ve heard is going to have colour images, which will be nice for being able to see the actual components of the garments in the sketches because at the moment it can be tricky to figure out certain parts with just the black and white line sketches. Your stays sound like a lovely project! Although boning channels are tedious, I think they’re worth it, as hand sewing in general can be such a therapeutic process 😊 goodluck with the sewing of your stays!
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  4902. My mother mostly only sews contemporary stuff as well! But for some reason she had a few historical sewing books 😊 which I of course took hehe. Machines can be really scary can’t they?! And yes very true that sometimes these things take time 😉 I’ve heard though the books should be getting published pretty soon, fingers crossed it won’t be much longer.
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  4903. Thank you!! They can be so fun honestly! It’s a great way too to utilise fantasy inspired pieces for more than just events, especially if you wear historical fashion or historybounding clothes 🥰
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  4904. I will be making pin-on/tie-on sleeves yes 🙂 I just meant that this project wouldn't take me as much time versus projects passed, since there won't be any sleeves to set in.
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  4905. Very funny timing indeed! I feel bad for taking business away from any small tracing wheel companies. That would be an incredibly niche business 😂
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  4906. So glad you enjoyed the video! Happy sewing
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  4907. Yes! Rotary cutters are brilliant for improved accessibility definitely!
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  4908. Thank you Janus!! It seems we have a similar upload schedule 😅
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  4909. Welcome to the channel! 😊 I would recommend choosing a project you feel passionate towards made up of simple shapes. A lovely pillowcase or a tunic can be a great practice project for getting the hang of stitches. If you like historical fashion then I’d recommend something like a shift or chemise.
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  4910. Thank you so much! Yes!! I love that 🥰
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  4911. Thank you Niklas! Lookbooks are always so much fun 😊 I really have enjoyed watching your lookbooks in the past as well.
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  4912. Thanks so much! Pleating up a great kilt I’d imagine is such a meditative experience!
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  4913. Awww yay! 😊
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  4914. Thank you so much!
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  4915. Perfect timing! Hope you enjoyed the episode 😊
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  4916. I work 60 hours a week to make ends meet, have gone through probably the most challenging personal year of my life, and at the time of shooting this video was experiencing severe health issues, of which extreme fatigue is one symptom. Of course I was exhausted by the end of a busy filming week. It’s important to show up in this world always with compassion, because you never know what people are going through ♥️
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  4917. Thank you so much! 😊
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  4918. Thanks Julie! I do indeed press and iron everything. I just have a big lighting set up when I film and so it’s challenging to iron on camera and takes a lot more time to set up so I leave some bits out just for brevity and convenience sake 😊
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  4919. Thank you so much Tabitha! Xx
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  4920. Awww thank you so much Alicia! I really appreciate your support, since the early days 🥰
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  4921. thank you 😊
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  4922. Thank you 😊
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  4923. Thank you 🥰
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  4924. From the evidence we have, tight-lacing was something done towards the later Victorian period, but generally only by upper class individuals and only for shorter durations of time, like a few hours for a fancy party. Just like today though where we have people who take fashion to the extremes, there were probably some who did as well. It just wasn't a common thing, as the majority of people were working class individuals and it wouldn't have been practical for them.
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  4925. Thank you! 🥰 my main goal of this channel isn’t so much to encourage people to wear historical fashion or convert them, rather to encourage each individual to develop their own personal style and doing so by expressing my own personal style. If that makes sense! Haha
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  4926. Also trying to keep ancient practices like hand sewing alive so that way they won’t die off (which would be very sad).
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  4927. Thank you so much!
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  4928. Sadly I don’t have an answer, as I haven’t had to re-oil any old oilskin coats before 😅 Merchant & Mills I know sells oilskin reproofing which reseals dry oilskin. I think perhaps if you emailed their customer support they’d perhaps be able to recommend a product for you? I wonder if there is a way you can maybe clean them first and then reproof them.
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  4929. I’m planning a Q&A at either 7500 or 10000 subs 😊
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  4930. Hahaha thank you! It was honestly quite a stressful project because I just had no idea what I was doing most of it lol. I’m glad I’m far more comfortable with Victorian construction now.
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  4931.  @2enigma8  Hahaha thank you! Things are hard sometimes but that doesn't mean we should never revisit them again. Or at least that's how I try to see life 😊
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  4932. Exactly that 🥰
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  4933. The mantua maker’s seam actually acts as a seam join and finishing stitch in one because you press the fabric open generally. It’s quite similar to the French seam but a little bit easier in my opinion.
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  4934. I did add olive oil. The ancient Greek people didn’t have lemons, as I explained later in the video. Lemons didn’t exist yet.
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  4935. No citron, as I couldn’t find any since it isn’t particularly common nowadays. Thanks for watching!
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  4936. Thanks for that! I’m the same way. 💕
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  4937. Thank you for being so open about your story as well 🥰 sending love!
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  4938. Thanks so much Angela! 😊
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  4939. Thank you!! 😊
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  4940. Lol, to be fair though, the British pronunciation probably came first 😂 I pronounce it the British way too! Maybe I should just make an entire version pronouncing the words aluminum and corset.
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  4941. Thank you!! Not this one specifically, as it was sort of test to create a pattern and understand the shapes better (it just turned out thankfully well) but I am going to make another one of the same style that I plan to film.
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  4942. Thank you for watching! 🥰
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  4943. Thank you Katherine! I do indeed iron and press everything, I just do it off camera as it’s a bit complex to film myself ironing a lot of the time as sometimes I go and complete it in the other room and I have a big lighting set up that I normally film with. I use a tailor’s ham as well as you mention. I typically don’t include every single step in the videos as it can get a bit redundant, so I just try to include the most important bits 😊 wishing you a happy new year!!
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  4944. Thanks so much Katherine! 😊
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  4945. A variety of sources: from the Patterns of Fashions series, the Victorian Dressmaker series by Prior Attire, various pattern companies like Laughing Moon, Truly Victorian, Reconstructing History.
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  4946. Thanks for watching! 🥰
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  4947.  @sarahprince235  My pleasure!
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  4948. I’ve seen that one! It’s super cool!
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  4949. Enjoy!! Tag me on Instagram please :) I want to see the result!
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  4950. Awww 🥰
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  4951. Thank you! I always wear historical fashion in some form or another, yes 😊
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  4952. I don’t live in Greece.
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  4953. Thank you 😊
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  4954. Thank you very much 😊
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  4955. Thank you so much! My next one will be out September 2nd 🥰
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  4956. This is a genius idea!! Thank you! I’m definitely going to do this for my next pair if I’m not using scraps. It’ll probably speed up the time it takes to make these by double ☺️
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  4957. Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  4958. Thanks so much! Hand sewing is definitely capable of making anything, I think that is something that regularly surprises people just because of how accustomed we are to sewing machines 😊
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  4959. For just everyday use (like an alternative to a handbag)? Or for grocery shopping, carrying larger things, etc?
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  4960. I think I will at some point! I’m launching an antique shop next week actually on my website to sell some items from my personal collection including miser’s purses, so perhaps I’ll make a video to link in with that 😊
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  4961. Thank you! I commissioned a friend to knit it for me. It’s an 1860s Sontag and this was a modified pattern from The Victorian Dressmaker 2 by Prior Attire
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  4962. That’s very true! I’d imagine there are other types of costumes where custom doesn’t get factoured in too
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  4963. Hahaha oh no!! 😂 what a funny memory to have attached to the tracing wheel though
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  4964. Very fascinating, thanks!!
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  4965. Thank you! I can't quite remember who coined the term in the community, perhaps a few people did, but it's a very aptly descriptive term to use 😊
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  4966. Awww that’s so amazing to hear Carlie! Best of luck on your hand sewing journey 🥰
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  4967. Thanks for watching! It’s such a beautiful painting 🥰
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  4968. Thank you so much, Emiline! 😊
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  4969. I don’t think I look like a “crazy old lady” 😊 besides, what does “crazy old lady” even imply? It’s all just clothes.
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  4970. Thanks for the recommendation!
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  4971. Even in the 1800s, scientists understood the impact of climate change. Climate change is very real and was even a thing then. “Global warming” is very much a misnomer because people assume it means temperatures will rise, but it also leads to a decrease in temperatures in many places, like what we are seeing with some of the coldest winters on record cropping up in some regions today. I lived in Iceland for nearly 5 years and nowhere in my life have I been to a place where climate change has been more apparent. Glaciers rapidly melting, and yet some of the worst winters ever recorded in history there. The reason I’ve always understood to be why people had colder summers, at least in Great Britain/Europe throughout the 14th-19th centuries is due to a period in history known as the Little Ice Age.
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  4972. I'm not sure what you're referring to. Of course they had dyed linens (in many bright colours).
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  4973. I work 80 hours a week, so I'm not sure what you mean.
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  4974. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  4975. Thank you 💕 Yes exactly! And also helps a bit with holding the skirt out 😊
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  4976. Thanks for watching! So glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  4977. Thank you!! 😊
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  4978. I did originally try wrapping it like an ace bandage on myself, but it felt extremely insecure and not comfortable. Ace bandages are also elasticated typically, so the fabric behaves completely differently than a strip of linen cut on the straight of grain. That's why I ended up twisting and making the wrap a bit more complex until it felt more secure on my body :) I'm sure the booklet is super interesting!
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  4979. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey but she’s booked up until next year I believe!
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  4980. Thank you so much KB! So glad you enjoyed the video 😊 not having to wear glasses has already been so liberating!
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  4981. Thank you so much, Amber. Have a lovely day!
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  4982. That’s great to hear!
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  4983. Hahaha! The below ankle socks and crocks is an excellent combination.
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  4984. Thanks so much! It’s actually a vintage Chloé blouse I found on Etsy a couple years ago! It had so many historical elements that I bought it to wear as sort of historybound and it works really well with my historical skirts I think! 🥰
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  4985. Thanks for watching! Abby Cox has a good video on what women did during their periods. I personally wear an apron of sorts that I made out of a diaper weave linen and it ties to my high waist under my petticoats. It works extremely well and then I just disinfect it at high temps in the wash or by boiling. I also use a menstrual cup which is of course more modern. By the late Victorian period, they had a garter belt type system that would attach at the waist as well, and the “pads” could be clipped on and off. There’s also ideas that in earlier history, women didn’t menstruate as much because they were very often pregnant, or they could have as well been malnourished/stressed/etc. in many instances (especially working class) so they may have had far lighter periods overall than we do today. There’s a lot of interesting analysis on this topic! 😊
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  4986. Thank you! I have some on my Instagram @vasibirchwood 😊
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  4987. Thank you 😊
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  4988. Thank you so much!! 🥰
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  4989. I’ve answered this in other comments 😊
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  4990. I think it would more so relate to comfort whilst riding horses (as my ancestors were nomadic and rode horses). I believe this because Volga Tatar men also wore the exact same undergarments.
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  4991. You're very welcome! 😊
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  4992. Thanks so much Donna! 😊
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  4993. Thank you so much Joëlle 🥰
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  4994. Thank you Kat! 😊
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  4995. I see lots of people in the comments saying this and I totally believe people, I just have only had very positive and sweet experiences with them so my opinion is very biased! 🤣
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  4996. This is such a lovely comment, thank you so much! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  4997. My grandmother was fairly poor so I’m doubtful it’s amethyst (I’ve seen similar rings from the same period that feature some stone in the Ruby family) but who knows, it could be!
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  4998. Thank you Natalie! 😊
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  4999. @SunnyAquamarine2  I know! Whilst we still have some rights in Europe where I live, there is so much work to be done and it’s just frustrating to try and have our basic human rights met 😔
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  5000. Hi Audri! Thanks for the compliments. As for how long I’ve sewn, it’s been since August 2020. My mother and grandmother both sew, so when I was a kid I could sew a straight stitch, but I never actually made anything with it. I just knew the basic stitch. Aside from that, I hadn’t done any sewing (and could barely even sew on a button) until August 2020, when I decided to jump into things and just go for it. I’m all self taught, just through resources here on the internet, which is part of why I also like to pass on useful information, because I assume others are in the same position and would like additional tips/techniques/products/etc. Mulberry Silks is great and I also recommend DeVere Yarns in the U.K. They have a silk embroidery floss which works beautifully as a hand sewing thread, and they have it available in 5 different thicknesses I believe, which is slightly more variety than Mulberry. I usually get the middle weight one for hand sewing, as I like my thread a bit thicker. DeVere Yarns are also a small business 😊 Let me know if there are any other U.K. based products you’re looking for, and I can tell you where I usually buy mine (as I try to buy from small businesses whenever possible). I greatly appreciate your support!
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  5001. Thank you so much Watson Melon! 😊
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  5002. Thank you!! I have yet to read A Bride's Story. It's been recommended a few times.
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  5003. Thank you so much 😊
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  5004. Thanks but I am extremely betrothed!
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  5005. Thank you for expressing this point! I very much agree that catcalling isn’t dependent on what we wear. I was recently catcalled whilst wearing my Indigenous fashion for instance (this video is a couple years old). I was even catcalled when I was 11 for the first time, so I know for a fact it has nothing to do with the person who is being catcalled, and everything to do with the catcaller and also the way our society is constructed (sadly). But at the same time we all have the right to wear what we feel safer in. In particular if we are marginalised in some way. Feeling safer as a woman when wearing historical fashion isn’t my only reason for doing so of course, it mostly has to do with my authenticity, connecting deeper with my ancestors, etc. but I would be lying if I said that it didn’t make me feel safer in our world in some weird way. Hence why I included that point in this video. That’s the thing too though, feeling safer and being safer are two very different things. I don’t actually think I am safer. I just feel safer.
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  5006. Lol 🤣
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  5007. This is really fascinating to read! Thanks so much for all the info 😊
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  5008. Apparently, from further research and seeing some comments here, many of the corsets were designed professionally by Mr Pearl, a world renowned corsetiere, and whilst their work is amazing, they design a lot for the red carpet. I’m guessing the corsets were just laced down far too tight in more of a waist training way and then that added in with a shift and potentially any time a corset wasn’t actually shown on screen it being ill-fitting or maybe not one of the custom ones, I feel like all of that just equals unnecessary discomfort
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  5009. No, it’s Cossack. Russian is my first language, I said it correctly. In the 2010 Russian Census, around 60,000 people identified ethnically as Cossack. My late grandfather was a Cossack. You can find the census online. I’m Central Asian (a Kazan Tatar) as well from my grandmother’s side but I have absolutely no genetics with the Kazak people from what I know. I’ve been to the Ural mountain region where my family is from over 20 times in my life and was raised partially by my very Tatar grandmother, so I’m very aware of Central Asia and the ethnic groups there as it’s my culture too ☺️
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  5010. I’ve been looking into doing this episode but South Africa hasn’t been a country for 500 years and a lot of fashion from Tribes has been lost or has extremely limited resources sadly because of horrific colonisation! 😔
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  5011. Aww thank you so much Rachel! This is all very heartwarming to read, and I'm so glad that this video lit your heart up. Thank you for the song recommendations as well as I love Celtic music.
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  5012. Thank you 😊
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  5013. This is so cool! And it’s great to hear your place of employment is trying to encourage self identity deeper.
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  5014. Glad you enjoyed the video! And the book I recommended 😊
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  5015. Thank you!! I’m so glad to hear you say that as that was really my goal with this video 😊
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  5016. Thank you!! I have a video on my channel making the gown (it’s the Berry Dress) 🥰
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  5017. That’s so awesome!! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  5018. понравилось? ))
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  5019. You’re very welcome! 😊
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  5020. I would check Etsy! There may be some individuals there that make something similar to what you’re looking for 😊
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  5021. It’s pretty fascinating what these types of interviews sometimes reveal about a person 😊
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  5022. Thank you so much!
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  5023. Cringe is such a tasty flavour though! 😋
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  5024. хахаха я очень рада 😁
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  5025. Да! И на самом деле это не помогает.
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  5026. So glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  5027. Thank you 😊 I hope it goes well!
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  5028. I love you very much ❤️❤️❤️
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  5029. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  5030. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  5031. Hahahaha 😂
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  5032. Hahaha 🤣
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  5033. How fascinating! Thanks for sharing
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  5034. Thank you 😊
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  5035. It'll keep you warm over winter!
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  5036. Hahaha I’m so glad you enjoyed the video! 😊
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  5037. That’s awesome Julie! I’m glad you enjoyed it that much 😊 I’m very passionate about psychology myself and my therapists over the past 5-6 years have helped so much.
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  5038. Thank you so much! And well done 😊
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  5039. Thank you!! 🥰 I used the Truly Victorian pattern and it was great!
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  5040. Hi Bella! Thank you so much, I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and seeing all the items 🥰 I hope you had a restful sleep!
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  5041. Yes so true!
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  5042. Yes agreed! She is so charming and looks to be having a blast haha. It’s such a full of meaning and detail painting too
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  5043. Hi! I read all my comments and usually respond to most of them, but that’s been harder to do lately due to the sheer bulk of them and being busy with other things. I do definitely see them though regardless of whether I respond. Thanks so much for sharing your perspective on the terms as well and for watching 🥰
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  5044. Great eye for noticing it! I have a theory that the suit was potentially one that was reworked from a prior bustle gown, as the skirt still has a little bit of what is left of a bustle in the back, and you see these sort of tabs on 1880s bustles. So perhaps, the dressmaker was trying to modernise the gown to fit the aesthetics of 1890 a bit better.
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  5045. Thank you Tasnim! Welcome to the channel 😊
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  5046. That’s a photo of my grandmother from the 1970s 😊
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  5047. Awww thank you so much Caroline! 🥰
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  5048. Thanks so much for watching Nicole! 😊
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  5049. All great prevention tips! I'm sorry to hear they still got at your haori jacket even though it was in a bright room! I would also highly recommend moth pheromone traps, as then they'll fly towards those and get stuck and then there will be fewer moths to eat away at your clothes 😊
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  5050. I never said living in the past did that :) I said wearing historical clothing does that for me. I would never want to live in the past. Have a nice day!
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  5051. My pleasure! You totally should! 😄
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  5052. So glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  5053. Спасибо ❤️❤️❤️
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  5054. Thanks so much Sian! You totally should 😊
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  5055. Thank you Carolyn! I think I’ll wear the skirt at least day to day as it’s pretty versatile, so even if the world is still on lockdown, the skirt (and eventually bodice) will at least get worn 😊
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  5056. Thanks so much! I do live in an older home, though haven’t always. We grow a lot of our own food and I enjoy that whole homestead side of things, but my beliefs and values are all very modern and I work in tech/marketing as my day job! 😊
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  5057. Definitely when art gets brought into it, the definitions get even more confusing! Lol. Especially since modern means something so different in art (and literature too, which is my degree field) than modern means now in everyday society. Contemporary, although meaning now, is far less used than modern to describe the present.
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  5058. That’s awesome! I have studied post modernism quite a bit, so of course had to first study modernism too. Especially love Stevie Smith 🥰 though to be fair, people often argue that she disrupts the norms of modernism and is misplaced, but this was nearly a decade ago when I studied her in university, so I learned her work in a modernism setting lol. She also definitely crosses into the realm of feminist poetry too!
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  5059. That’s very understandable! She mostly writes poetry I think (at least I’ve only ever read her poetry) so perhaps that might make it a bit easier to check out her work as a lot of it is quite short 😊
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  5060. They’re usually diagonal but it just depends on the angle of the needle. Either vertical lines or diagonal lines would serve the same purpose.
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  5061. Going in the garden is still being able to use the bathroom. I don’t actually mean bathroom as in the room itself but being able to go haha. People sometimes just assume that people who wear historical fashion hold it all day or have to take everything off to use the bathroom.
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  5062. You’re very welcome! I’ve been using this stitch quite a bit lately and it reminds me of its magic 🥰
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  5063. I’m glad this tutorial has made it so much easier! And that’s exactly it, all the written descriptions and even then smocking marked gridded diagrams make it seem so incredibly challenging 😂
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  5064. Many people in the historical fashion community are very progressive!
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  5065. Thank you!! I have a lot of practice with buttons wearing historical clothing everyday. So much of it has buttons and hooks haha 😂
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  5066. Thank you so much, Neartmhor! It really is such a unique feature. Honestly, the entire thing has so many unique elements and it just makes you wonder how some dressmaker came up with all of this once upon a time. Wow that sounds like quite the undertaking! Great idea having some options to be able to mix and match, you're almost creating an 18th century capsule wardrobe in a way 😉 1860s work dresses are highly underrated. They can be so comfortable and practical. Workwear in general can! (I'm actually going to sew some 18th century workwear soon too). Great selections!
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  5067. 😊🥰
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  5068. Thank you so much! Happy sewing :)
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  5069. Oooo let me know how it goes!
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  5070. Thanks for watching!
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  5071. Apparently, men and women can't be friends and help eachother out without people on the internet thinking they're dating 🙂 A good portion of my friendships are with men, and it's been like that my whole life.
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  5072. Those are definitely the most monotonous 😊
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  5073. Thanks so much for the support! :)
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  5074. Thank you so much Watson Melon!! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  5075.  @wahidamahzabin3329  thank you!! I think it was a bit easier for me because I’ve always gone against the grain and dressed in many different phases and styles of fashion, so I never cared particularly much for what was on trend anyways ☺️
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  5076. Glad you found it interesting at least! Haha
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  5077. Thank you!!
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  5078. I’m so happy to hear that Karen! I hope you’re well 😊
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  5079. Thank you 😊
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  5080. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  5081. The modern sexualisation of corsetry and undergarments in general definitely has a big play in it. Sex sells in the world of media and unfortunately it has to leach into a lot of areas where it maybe doesn’t need to be. Nothing wrong with sex appeal, so be it that it isn’t just because of a societal pressure or expectation (or wrongful enforcement).
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  5082. The majority of women were working class and probably still would have had to work long, labourious hours well into pregnancy. They also frequently died in childbirth. Perhaps it played a role in childbirth deaths amongst the upper class who were able to stay home, but there were so many others factors that it’d be really hard to say.
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  5083. So glad you enjoyed it!
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  5084. By that point the cooking was already done, all my shots were set up for the dinner portion, and I knew for certain they would last as I could see how much was left in front of me 😁
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  5085. Oh they definitely had plenty of vegetables. It's just they typically aren't ones that are included in these recipes (though quite a few of the recipes in this food week did have vegetables or some plant-based ingredients).
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  5086. That’s awesome!
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  5087. Wow yes so true! Perhaps it’s to symbolise something in life experiencing a birth or a rebirth as well? As if the empress is birthing out a new direction in life?
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  5088. I think some of the actors actually had these experiences honestly, though yeah there may have also been some conflation by the media. I wonder what experience these actors would have if they were given chemises etc to wear
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  5089. A leather thimble perhaps might work well? They tend to be available in larger sizes it seems.
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  5090. Thank you, Niklas! 😊
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  5091. I rarely do, even for my own food! I just sort of use my intuition and it almost always works out really well. I agree that cooking with recipes is quite counterintuitive. Baking on the other hand...
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  5092. Thank you so much! I don’t have a video on jumps unfortunately, but other people within the historical fashion world have recreated jumps and have made at least blog posts about them, perhaps videos. They share some useful information. I would like to make a video on jumps at some point but for now I haven’t done deep enough research myself to present on the topic 😊
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  5093. My pleasure Kendra! Thank you for your comment 😊
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  5094. My pleasure 😊 glad I could help!
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  5095. Well done!! And a lot of them were really challenging 😊
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  5096. Thank you 😊 I’ve definitely learned a lot since making this cloak, and tend to pad stitch canvas now to collars
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  5097. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5098.  @Khensani  oooph, the ball gown obsession is such a tough one to shake! 😂 I’ll have to check out your wrapper!
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  5099. It’s no bother at all, I’m happy to answer comments 😊 what is your corset made of? I’d say if it’s silk, it can sometimes be hand washed but very gently depending on the type of silk. If it’s cotton or linen then hand washing is generally fine too as it’s even more durable than silk. Do you know who produced the corset? If so they’ll generally tell you whether or not they can be washed. All of my corsets though, for example, I just wash by hand in the tub. I find that sometimes also using baking soda and a bit of club soda can help to lift some stains
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  5100. Hi! Welcome to the channel! Thanks for being here 🥰
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  5101. As in choose to do life differently?
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  5102. Спасибо ))
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  5103. Hahaha how perfect 😂
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  5104. Thanks so much Mitchell! I really appreciate it 😊
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  5105. That’s the thing!
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  5106. Thank you so much!!
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  5107. Yeah, capitalism really upsets me too.
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  5108. Thank you!! That's a huge compliment :D
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  5109. I like this! Almost like a flow chart 😊
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  5110. Thanks so much Olympia! Wishing you a happy new year as well 😊
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  5111. I’ve certainly tried to keep a regular sleep schedule but have struggled because of being a natural night owl and not having those peaceful morning hours that I really crave and thrive in. Which is why I liked this arrangement so much and felt I really thrived. I got to bed early enough and woke up quite early, whilst still having those peaceful late night/early morning hours I thrive in.
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  5112.  @0roseable  I’ve tried that as well to no steady avail. I can sometimes keep a steady sleep schedule for a little while but never very regular sleep and wake times.
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  5113. Oh how interesting that the balsam only lasted a little over a month for you! I guess it would depend as well on factors like how long the dye set for, binding agents, etc.?
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  5114.  @mrh4900  some articles you might find interesting: https://amp.theguardian.com/society/2017/feb/11/if-the-body-isnt-sacred-nothing-is-why-menstrual-taboos-matter https://www.healthline.com/health/free-bleeding
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  5115.  @lauravankins8290  it was so lovely meeting you too! You were wonderful, I didn’t feel like you were being awkward at all. I felt I was pretty awkward to be honest, I think it’s often like that meeting someone irl for the first time ☺️
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  5116. Aww yay!
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  5117. It is indeed a medium-weight boiled wool, though it's on the heavier side of medium weight. I'm based in Europe and buy a lot of my fabrics these days from a site called Woolsome. The reason I chose this medium, almost heavy weight boiled wool is because I wanted a fabric that would be structured enough to hold the form and tension of the kirtle, but that could still drape nicely for the parts cut on the bias (the hem is a big circle).
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  5118. Thank you for watching and for your good luck wishes, Renee! 😊
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  5119. Oh that’s wonderful to hear that it’s better with a full size screen 😊
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  5120. Aww thank you very much Justyna! 😊
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  5121. Yeah it’s doubtful especially since they generally weren’t seen
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  5122. Thanks so much! 🥰 glad you enjoyed it!
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  5123. My friend Vintagebursche!
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  5124. Thanks so much! I’m definitely going to use this format in the future when I don’t have the space to heavily research a topic 😊
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  5125. I don’t like to swim in the water, so I didn’t go in further than this, but there are historical videos out there of women safely paddling around in them in the water. Women began getting far more active in water activities around this time, so they would actually swim in them from what I can tell, perhaps though not rigorously. Edit: I should say perhaps some women might have rather than making it too broad. The main purpose of the bathing suit was for dipping in the water and for being on the shore rather than swimming in the way some might today, but it does seem at least somewhat possible to swim (probably though not to any great depth as the weight could become dangerous).
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  5126. Thanks so much Amber!! Have a wonderful 2022 😊
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  5127. Thanks so much Jane! 😊
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  5128. Both potentially! They would've used whatever materials were available. I make a note about why I used hay in my pinned comment :)
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  5129. Thanks so much Sweb 😊
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  5130. It holds the perfect amount of tea!
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  5131. Thank you so much Lillyjane 💕🌸
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  5132. Thank you! I’m happy to say that the next episode is coming quite soon after quite a delay 🥰
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  5133. Please read the pinned comment with regards to the censorship of miscarriage. It doesn’t reflect my personal beliefs, it’s just a word that YT tends to demonetise so I has to censor it in order for this video not to get suppressed. And there’s nothing wrong with using the word women. I’m simply stating that not only women can have a uterus and therefore give birth. This is nothing about being politically correct. This is the reality of the world and to deny that is to deny the proven by science gender identities of many people. One can support women and also support the rights of trans and non binary people. The two aren’t mutually exclusive. There is plenty of room in the world for all of us. Have a nice day!
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  5134. Thank you so much Katja! 🥰
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  5135. It’s honestly such a hard game! Haha
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  5136. I think what you’re saying is super important, as absolutely lacing can at times get uncomfortable if it shifts around, and you’re right, so many are afraid to ask for help or to adjust it due to the mainstream narrative. I guess it comes down to the assumption that beauty is meant to be pain, which causes so much detriment on our society.
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  5137. You can make the padding out of any material (wool for instance could be useful for winter padding) but I just have padding that I can use most of the year :) It's filled with cotton and is made of cotton or linen (and it also isn't heavily filled). There was also ventilated padding for summer during the Victorian period! Pretty cool designs.
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  5138. Aww yay! I’m so glad that tip is useful for you 🥰 it’s amazing sometimes how small little things can make our sewing journeys so much easier haha
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  5139. Thank you!! 😊
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  5140. I've responded to quite a few other similar comments, so I am copying and pasting my prior response here :) "Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video."
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  5141. Ah I don’t work in IT, but more generally in tech (on a content management side). You perhaps are thinking about my interview with Vintagebursche? As he does work in IT. I sang professionally a few nights a week before YouTube and before pandemic days. I haven’t since as there isn’t much happening still, and I also put music very much on hold because of YouTube. I sort of do have 3 jobs though now as I do my day job, do YouTube, and also have video editing clients and some other odd jobs on the side (and maybe eventually do singing too). I’ve been pulling 60-70 hour weeks for years to make ends meet because of cost of living (and just the sheer amount of time and money it costs without much payback the first few years of running a business).
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  5142. Thanks so much!!
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  5143. Hi! Thank you so much for noticing the careful thought I put into each of these videos 😊 They're a wonderful creative outlet. What a sweet memory too about the rabbit hair muff you used to own. It's really special how many people seem to have memories from childhood attached to the handmuff in one way or another. Thanks for sharing this memory!
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  5144. So glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  5145. For just two panels, I think a whip stitch would be better! This one is specifically worth it for joining 4 panels at once :)
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  5146. Thank you!! 😊
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  5147. Thank you! I have plans to do a video on hair care already, so definitely 😊
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  5148. Thanks so much! I really appreciate it 😊
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  5149. Thank you! 🥰
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  5150. I’m not sure why it’s regularly considered to be an accurate portrayal of history, I think it’s more so that unless someone has a very big interest in fashion history, they perhaps don’t think to even consider historical accuracy versus historical inspiration
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  5151. From how I’ve interpreted it, and how many seem to online, it represents inevitable death that exists at the end of youthfulness. That all things age and die.
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  5152. Thank you Watson Melon! 😊
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  5153. My pleasure! I definitely do encourage it. Cartridge pleats look beautiful, and I actually think they are easier than box or knife pleats because they're incredibly even and easily adjustable. Happy sewing 😊
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  5154. Thanks!
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  5155. Thank you very much Grotto 😊
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  5156. Welcome back to it! Lol 🥰
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  5157. I chose “I” due to the thumbnail including only myself, as I felt the “we” would be confusing since there isn’t more than one person in the photo. I ran the title by B before doing so to make sure she was OK with the decision, and she was 🥰
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  5158. Thank you Katarína! 😊
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  5159. I lace up my own stays too and use a similar technique 😊
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  5160. Tight pants are part of the reason why I started wearing historical fashion in the first place, I just used to dislike trousers a lot and preferred long skirts 😂 so I agree! Perhaps some people like tight trousers but I can imagine many don’t
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  5161. Thank you Alicia! They’re always so much work to put together, but 100% worth it 🥰
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  5162. I can’t quite recall estimated figures (Google probably has them somewhere) but I recall the numbers being surprisingly not that many by a modern standard.
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  5163.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  yeah I’m on most social media (of which the links are usually in my video descriptions). I have a pretty sizeable list of requests through lovely people here on YouTube and am progressively making my way through it.
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  5164.  @ragnkja  experimental jazz is where I know of them 😂
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  5165.  @Carolineytch  thank you 😊
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  5166. Banyans!
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  5167. I think that’s beautiful! There’s something very special in mixing the historical with the modern in a way that works for you 😊
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  5168. Thanks!!
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  5169. Thank you very much Christine!
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  5170. Thanks Catherine 😊
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  5171. Darning is such a cool skill!
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  5172.  @piccalillipit9211  very true! A few of my stockings are due for a darning. It's funny with darning though is you have to get to it before it's too late and there's a hole, so it's so time sensitive lol
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  5173.  @piccalillipit9211  oh no!! Hahaha. You’re making life harder for yourself 😂
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  5174.  @melissel5648  Yes and thank you so much for sharing that! As sometimes it really can feel like a fulltime effort to step away from the societal narrative and expectation of unobtainable perfection. I really appreciate your comment 😊
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  5175. Thank you so much Iain! Oh no, I’m sorry to hear you had so many issues making that time. I hope that in the end the project was at least useable. Спасибо! С Рождеством 😊
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  5176. I believe it’s just an apron that’s then tucked into the waistband 😊
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  5177. Glad you enjoyed the video! 😊 Women definitely have it much easier now (generally speaking as I’m sure there are places where women have it far worse or just as bad as historically). Even with that being said though, there is still so much work to be done for women’s rights.
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  5178. It should be from the C7 vertebrae which is the bump at the bottom of your neck on your back. Hahaha пока и увидимся скоро ))
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  5179. Thanks for watching!! 🥰
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  5180. Ah that's so wonderful to hear! I'm a fan of Kass' patterns as well 😊 Thanks so much for watching and for your comment!
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  5181. You're so welcome! Best of luck 😊
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  5182. Thank you 😊
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  5183. Thanks for your comment! You’ve got this 😊
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  5184. Thank you so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  5185. Thanks so much! The multiple back stitched method is definitely great! I’ve personally never found it to stay put for me, in particular I’ve had seams pop that are on tight fitted Victorian or georgian bodices when I use the method, hence why I often knot now and then also use a back stitch 😊
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  5186. Thank you!! 🥰
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  5187. Your photograph and channel are both so beautiful! 😊It's always deeply encouraging when choosing to live authentically inspires others to do the same, or inspires them in whatever other way it might. Thanks for the compliments!
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  5188.  @atimaatrams1932  I think certain modifications can be made to historical clothing to make it look flattering without the use of undergarments, but yes, definitely historical garments than lean more “accurate” (or adequate really) need to be paired up with historical undergarments 😊 have you considered making some workwear like shorter skirts and shirtwaists? There’s a really good book on the topic called Making Working Women’s Costume, which I highly recommend. And thank you very much! I definitely think it’s more acceptable than ever for us all to wear what we want, especially in the West.
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  5189. That’s very understandable! I tie it at my high waist (smallest part of the body) so I found even if I was feeling bloated, it didn’t impact it as much since often the bloating is a bit lower. The wool one also had a bit of stretch to it due to the nature of the fabric (as is often the case with cut wool). Additionally, this could maybe be mitigated by cutting the shape out the bias of a fabric perhaps ☺️
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  5190. Because it’s my channel and my videos and I can shoot them however I want to. Also it’s extremely heavy to hand hold a cinema camera and having to extend out my arms whilst I’m doing the vlogging shots wouldn’t be possible. A wide angle lens plus having to hand hold a camera not designed for vlogging equals close shots.
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  5191. They’re all real candles so I’m not sure what you mean 😂
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  5192. Thank you 😊
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  5193. Thank you! 😊
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  5194. I think for a lot of people it’s a financial issue. I grew up with not a lot of money and certainly could not have easily afforded clothing that was tailored, so the option would have been to tailor myself (didn’t start sewing until about 2 years ago so that definitely didn’t happen 😂) or not tailor at all and wear ill-fitting clothes or cheap clothes from the charity shop.
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  5195. Thank you so much! I’m diagnosed ADHD as well, but I think sewing is where my brain hyper focuses so in this case it works to my advantage 🤣
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  5196. Awww well I hope that you continue to hold onto the message that it’s ok to slow down this time of year (or always for that matter). Wishing you all the best!
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  5197. I don’t make my own corsets personally (due to preference) but the best materials are generally silk twill, cotton coutil, or a durable linen can be nice too. It has to be something that is quite supportive. More than one layer can be used too.
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  5198. Thanks!
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  5199. Thank you so much! 😊 it was a lot of fun!
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  5200. It’s become my formal attire, so since I wear historical fashion anyways, I’ll definitely wear this gown to any evening events in the future 😊
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  5201. Thank you so much! :)
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  5202.  @daughterofthewildwood7468  My pleasure! I completely understand the obsession, as I have had the same inkling since I was a very young child due to many museum trips which made me obsessed with Georgian and Victorian art and architecture, which certainly also propelled me into this entire journey. My best advice is, just go for it and follow the direction that draws you in! 😊
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  5203. Thank you!! 🥰
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  5204. Definitely will draw more glances hahaha 😂
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  5205. It’s so wonderful that you’re dressing like yourself! 🥰
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  5206. Thank you so much Bonnie 😊
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  5207. Awww thank you so much!
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  5208. Thank you! 🥰
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  5209. So it seems, but it doesn’t necessarily mean that those were the ones worn for each shot, nor were they necessarily being worn in the historical way which would be comfortable for daily wear. My guess is they were laced super tight, had metal grommets, didn’t have a shift underneath and didn’t have the chance to soften. Pullin designs a lot of red carpet corsets which are made to be worn for a few hours, half a day tops, not 12-18 hour days nonstop on film sets
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  5210. That’s not to say Mark Pullin’s work isn’t incredible, it just isn’t generally appropriate for day to day wear as it’s more high fashion and to create a very “red-carpet” modern exaggerated silhouette
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  5211. That’s so lovely to hear! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  5212. Thank you for pointing this out! In another account I read, by getting him to “go away” it was due to him harassing her (potentially stalking her). Of course these are pretty old accounts so who knows for sure. But I see nothing wrong in any person doing whatever they need to do to protect themselves when someone is harassing them and putting them in a dangerous situation.
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  5213. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5214. Because I wear historical fashion every day and I’m not concerned with historical accuracy. I haven’t bought fabric in over a year and I’ve been using what’s in my stash (using what you have is very historical). Bright colours were very common historically. Purple tended to be reserved for upperclasses during this period but it existed. I’m not interested in reenactment.
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  5215. Hey! Not sure about worldwide shipping. I bought my oilskin off of eBay actually, and I've heard good things about Merchant & Mills oilskin (not sponsored).
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  5216. Thank you!!
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  5217. Thanks so much Elise! 🥰
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  5218. Oh interesting! I suppose that can apply in a lot of instances. I often think of things of a certain age that are original as being antiques.
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  5219. Thank you so much for checking it out!
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  5220. That’s amazing 🥰
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  5221. Oh it definitely didn’t. I’m not referring to actual historical fashion from the past (which would have just been called fashion then) rather I’m referring to reproduction historical fashion today 😊
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  5222. Lol! 😂 glad you're here!
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  5223. It could be! There are plenty of questionable ingredients in the Toilet of Flora too, so we could assume that some people likely used those more questionable ones too.
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  5224.  @hannakirillovskaya  хаха здорово, пожалуйста пиши по-русски )) моя мама русская, поэтому я говорю по-русски )
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  5225.  @hannakirillovskaya  Здорово! То которое Викинг вариант да? В четверг я опубликую учебник под петтикот от 18го в., может быть вам пригодится в будущем)
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  5226. Tropical wool is an amazing material!
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  5227. Thank you!
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  5228. Thank you for the interest in my dress and videos! 😊 My ancestors, the Volga Tatars, have been heavily colonised (and still are being colonised to this day). Very little of our culture, language, and historical fashion knowledge remains. For instance, neither I nor my mother learned the Tatar language, yet my grandmother speaks it. It wasn't very safe for my mother to learn Tatar. Because of situations like this, I had to work with two hard to find books and examine many photos and words in the books to drape/draft the pattern myself based off of my findings. I won't be making the pattern public, because to me the garment is extremely sacred. It's some of the little remaining connection that us Volga Tatars have to our historical ancestors. I would, however, give the knowledge and any patterns I make for free to other Tatars.
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  5229. There were very few peas in the recipe books, and I followed the recipes that were there. I also specifically chose recipes that were a bit more unexpected or unusual to get a wide variety of things to try.
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  5230. Thank you 😊🍓
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  5231. Yay that’s great to hear 😊
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  5232. Amber will be quite light in weight, and it won’t be cold to the touch. You can also do a salt water test. Amber will emerge. Resin will most likely sink.
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  5233. Thanks so much Lynne! That really is a nice way to see how a skill improves over time ☺️
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  5234. Thank you! 😊
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  5235. So glad you enjoyed the video Adrienne! 🥰
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  5236. Definitely adding this one to the list! The next episode actually comes out next week but it’s on a different topic 😊
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  5237. Thank you!!
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  5238. So true lol 😂
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  5239. They really do take time to soften! That’s why I had to mention that point in the video too. There needs to be a getting comfy with the corset period. From what I’ve been reading, there was a custom corsetiere making the corsets but I don’t know how many he made, if those were just the ones seen in shots, and how often they were wearing the custom made ones. The corsetiere is also an amazing red carpet corsetiere, which makes me guess they still probably weren’t wearing shifts underneath because shifts generally don’t have that Hollywood sex appeal, and probably the lacing was incredibly tight. Short stays with a shift underneath would have sufficed
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  5240. Thanks for your comment! I agree, but since I’m sharing my own experience, I’m only able to speak for my own clothing. I do as well mention at some point in the video that these facts can ring true for any home-sewn wardrobe. Also, I was keeping in mind the fact that historically standardised sizing wasn’t a thing yet, so if someone was having a garment made, it’d be made to them. And if one was being altered, it’d again be altered to fit them. This is the historical practice. Absolutely there were people who couldn’t afford alterations or perhaps didn’t have the time to do so themselves. But I would reckon that the practice would be far more common historically to have bespoke clothing than it would be for modern. In fact, unless someone is extremely wealthy, getting clothing altered and tailored to fit its wearer in modern times is few and far between (sadly).
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  5241. I own about 12 chemises/shifts, 8 combinations or corset cover/drawers sets. Maybe like 25 pairs of stockings (half of them are wool and warmer and half are more for the warmer and transitionary months). I own a few corsets/stays that I still regularly wear, and then with padding I own about 3-4 different hip/bum pads.
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  5242.  @justyna1263  yes definitely! She finds really beautiful ways to blend the old with the new.
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  5243. Hi Gloria, From what I've read, if you dye it black, all the other deeper dyed areas will just turn darker, so that may not work. Sometimes soaking it in coffee can help if it's a black garment, but generally sun damage can be a bit difficult to reverse.
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  5244. It’s generally done with regency clothing for spine support and to lift the bust. Regency stays are a lot like bras though, but more comfortable in my experience. I hardly ever wear regency though.
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  5245. That's wonderful to hear! I'm glad it's been so useful 😊
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  5246. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  5247. Thank you!!
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  5248. So true, thank you for the reminder 😊
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  5249. I’m so happy to hear that! Thanks for watching 😊
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  5250. Thanks so much! I’ll definitely keep it in mind to put the pictures up for longer the next time I make a video like this one. My name is Vasi by the way :) many people think I’m named Victoria because I wear Victorian fashion haha
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  5251. Hahaha never enough projects 😊
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  5252. Yay, that's amazing to hear! It'll be frustrating at times, but you'll learn a lot in the end. It's better to at least try and then step back when feeling frustrated, then to never try at all in my opinion. For the wrapper, I used Laughing Moon pattern no. 118
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  5253. This is a great question! You wouldn’t flatten them, and you’d still attach them on their side so they stick out. I have a construction of a cloak video where I make them on thick fabric and still leave them on their side, as that’s essentially what makes them “cartridge pleats”. I suppose if they were flattened down they’d become more like knife pleats then
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  5254. Isn’t Kass just a wonderful wealth of knowledge? 🥰
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  5255. That could very well be!
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  5256. Thanks so much Lyssa! Have a happy new year 😊
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  5257. I wear the same things I normally do honestly, as a lot of historical fashion can be very low key, especially the working class garments I tend to wear. I wear a lot of my indigenous clothing these days too (Volga Tatar fashion) which funnily enough could practically pass as modern, or at least just people probably see me as someone who looks a bit “quirky” and likes to wear long dresses. I stopped caring a very long time about fitting in with the masses because life is just way too short for that. My connection to my clothing matters far more to me. Historical fashion in general as a concept can be very broad and diverse so there are a lot of ways to approach it.
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  5258. Thank you!! Yes! That was exactly what I was going for since there’s no way I’m going to just hand sew things I can only wear once. It would be such a shame.
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  5259. Thank you so much! 🥰 sewing wrappers gets addictive! Lol
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  5260. My pleasure! Thank you for your kind comment 😊
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  5261. Happy birthday!😊
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  5262. Thanks so much! It’s very true, I suppose it’s much like today where one’s sense of style might be 5-6 years behind just due to personal preference haha. Or even further back as we see amongst vintage fashion and daily historical dress communities 😅
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  5263. It's very hard to find in Europe where I live with limited time :)
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  5264. Yeah that’s understandable! I think that ancestry can also be aligned similarly with values though, especially since we can take the traditions we want to and apply them however works for each individual. As a Buddhist though, I find a lot of meaning in rituals and practices, so perhaps that’s why I feel that way as I value them and feel a deeper connection with my self, nature, and all the strong individuals who came before me.
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  5265. Yay we are sewing anniversary twins 😃 I’m glad to hear this inspires. I never want anyone to feel like this is some set amount everyone should accomplish, because everyone is going to be different and work at a different pace, and that’s great 😊 I just became really obsessed with sewing and would do a bit pretty much anytime I had a spare moment. I have slowed down a bit more this year because editing has been taking up a lot of time these days, and a couple of other hobbies. Also your projects sound lovely! Best of luck with sewing your keystone waist 😊
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  5266.  @adriennturi5650  yes of course! I'm a professional singer so that's actually how I got started in the arts when I was a kid, with singing, songwriting, and piano playing. I used to perform 2-4 nights week when I lived in Iceland, but since moving to the UK and with the pandemic, I haven't been able to perform in the UK yet. And then I also have an MA in creative writing, in which I wrote solely poetry (or non-fiction too, basically not prose haha) and so I still write a lot of poetry. Lately I've been throwing pottery so that has been a fun new adventure. Oil painting and modern dance sound like a lot of fun 😊
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  5267. Thank you 😊 I’ll be 25 next month, so the video of me in Iceland I was maybe 21 or so? Something like that. I’ve been performing though since I was 11 and it definitely was a lot of pressure, and I’ve had to deal with the repercussions of growing up fast in my adult life. I’m grateful to have good therapists. I didn’t really start performing a lot though until I was maybe 19, and by that point I had already moved to Iceland and was very autonomous with my creative choices. I have a music channel but I post on it rarely these days as this channel has been my main focus, but hopefully I’ll get another song up soon. I also have an EP made and basically ready to release, I’ve just been waiting on a few things timing-wise. I’m writing some things too but those I won’t probably be able to release for another couple of years. Writing is so time consuming hahaha.
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  5268. Sure, thanks! please send me an email though as it will be easier to discuss it 😊 vbirchwoodhistorical at gmail (Had to write it like this so it wouldn’t get flagged as spam)
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  5269. They are severely under represented in tutorials on the internet. Hence why I chose to make the tutorial left handed. A lot of creative people, additionally, are left handed. So that 10% immensely increases in crafts like sewing because a lot of creative people sew, yet there aren't a lot of niche learning materials for left handed people. Have a nice day!
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  5270. Thank you, Neartmhor! 🥰
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  5271. Thank you 🥰
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  5272. My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
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  5273.  @xill5119  You too 😊
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  5274. It’s so funny that you thought of it too! Hahaha 😂 I’m glad you wear your long skirts regardless! Who cares what others think honestly ❤️ Victorian and Edwardian would be so pretty 🥰
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  5275. Thank you so much! What a beautiful and important thing you’ve taught your children as well. Where I learned this is because I grew up Tibetan Buddhist, and in a lot of mindfulness practice and meditation there are conversations about how generally the way someone reacts has nothing to do with you, and that in turn it’s an opportunity to practice being compassionate towards their circumstance. Clearly your children have deeply internalised being compassionate towards others thanks to what you’ve taught them, and that’s such a beautiful gift to be able to give them as they go through life because I personally feel it just makes everything so much easier and connected.
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  5276. thank you!!
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  5277. Thanks so much Sarah! Blackwork would be gorgeous using honeycomb smocking YES! I, too, avoided this technique for such a long while thinking it was scary but was pleasantly surprised.
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  5278. Thank you so much!! It's been such a fun ongoing project to share all this info. I really appreciate all of your support 😊
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  5279. These aren't any specific brand :) (Or if there is a brand, I don't know it haha). There are lots of wonderful cast iron companies on the internet to purchase from, just make sure they're reputable and have good reviews and are truly just cast iron with no other coating. In my experience, most high quality cast iron pans are similar. I grew up cooking with them, and I love cast iron. Hope that helps!
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  5280. If you run cold, then this is the perfect choice! 💕
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  5281. Witch hazel is lovely 😊
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  5282. Thank you!! 😊
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  5283. I work 60 hours a week (2 full time jobs).
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  5284. Fair enough! I often just unpick seams with embroidery scissors, as I find hand sewing stitches (like small back stitches) to be quite dangerous to remove with a seam ripper as it often tears the fabric too. I haven't sewn with an electric machine since I was like 6 years old (and then it was just a few straight stitches for fun), so I wouldn't know for machine sewing what it's like. Also, it still made the list so it is still an important tool, just one that's possible to skip in my opinion if one has a good pair of embroidery scissors. In particular in the case of hand sewing.
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  5285. Aww thank you! That's very much appreciated 😊
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  5286. That’s awesome to hear! You’re very lucky you can comfortably wear off-the-rack corsets. My back length is way too short that anything but bespoke ends up hurting me a lot because it digs into my armpits due to the smaller length lol
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  5287. Awww thank you so much Drew ❤️
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  5288. Interesting! Have you tried linen corsets? I wear one for hot summers and stay quite cool
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  5289. I quite love modernity and wouldn’t want to be alive any other time. I don’t agree with many traditional values.
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  5290. Thank you! I got it from a seller on eBay a while back. They're possible to make yourself as well just out of pre-quilted cotton, silk, or any synthetic alternative. I believe the pattern is quite similar to that of an 18th century feminine waist coat 😊
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  5291. It’s not specifically. It was me trying to find a suitable vinegar to use. Balsamic vinegar has been consumed for centuries, including by ancient Romans, hence my decision to opt for balsamic since it was a Roman salad.
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  5292. Cossacks are recognised as an ethnic group on the 2010 Russian Census. There are a number of Cossacks in Russia that identify as ethnically Cossack, including my grandfather when he was alive. I get why I receive this type of comment a lot though, as not a lot of people know that there are people that identify as Cossacks ethnically since the numbers aren’t all that large (a little less than 70,000 I believe on the 2010 census).
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  5293. You're welcome Natalie 😊 There are lots of ways to knot them but I find this to be the easiest and most secure
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  5294. Thanks so much! I feel really grateful for the growth 😊 Oooo your wardrobe sounds lovely! Linen and wool are definitely such magical and versatile fabrics.
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  5295. Thank you for sharing! I actually have a video where I sewed an Irish working class ensemble to connect closer with my ancestors as well (my paternal grandfather was Irish/Scottish). It came out a couple months ago 😊
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  5296. Glad this is useful! It’s definitely a highly underrepresented fashion culture, which is incredibly tragic.
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  5297. The deviled eggs are a free recipe and are linked in the description box already.
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  5298. I ended up using this silk here and there for other projects, so hopefully I have some left for a ball gown! I’m making a bunch of other things at the moment, but I think I will eventually get around to making a ball gown bodice to match! 🥰
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  5299. Glad you enjoyed it! :)
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  5300. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey, though she’s closed for commissions at the moment. One of the best corsetieres in my opinion though. RedThreaded is also really good.
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  5301. Thank you so much Joëlle! 🥰
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  5302. Thanks so much Watson Melon!
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  5303. Thanks for watching 😊
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  5304. Thanks so much Rian! Makes perfect sense to have that separation between bed and the mind haha.
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  5305. Thank you 🥰
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  5306. Thank you Watson Melon! I'm glad you enjoyed watching this little video so much. There are definitely more chapters to come 😊
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  5307. Would be super cool! I've definitely thought of it. Once I go back to the biphasic schedule, I think I'll give it a go for personal curiosity haha.
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  5308. thank you so much! I hope that your health issues get easier as well ♥️
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  5309. I’d recommend Vintagebursche for classic menswear. My friend Lilja Husmo here on YouTube is a kilt maker and Scottish fashion historian and has a great video on kilt making.
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  5310. I’m a feminist and I wouldn’t say demonising the corset is feminist at all.
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  5311. You can see breasts through the clothes. Social media regulations unfortunately.
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  5312. It just often happens to channels, that videos get age restricted when showing nudity even on ancient art. People tend to blame creators but really it’s the system.
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  5313. Enjoy!! ☺️
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  5314. Hi! Thanks so much. So the cover I’m wearing in this video is called a Sontag and it was a commonly worn knitted or crocheted over garment worn throughout the 1860s. It wraps around the bust and then ties in the back, preventing it from moving around much. If I wear a shawl that isn’t like this one then I’ll typically pin it in the front and wear it very high up at my neck. It could also be the material? I find that wool shawls stay put the best as there is more friction.
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  5315. It’s so fascinating right?! I’m glad potentially Kass has answered some of your questions 😊
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  5316. Welcome to the channel! Happy to have you here 🥰 Swiss waists are really lovely and you’ll have a fun time making them I’m sure 😊
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  5317. Thank you so much Царевна Мария 😊 с Новым годом!
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  5318. Thank you! 💕
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  5319. Yes! All sounds so uncomfortable just imagining it.
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  5320. That’s incorrect. My father is half Ukrainian and half Irish/Scottish. My mother is a Volga Tatar (we are Turkic people). So English isn’t my first language but it’s my native language.
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  5321. Thank you very much Sandie! A very happy new year to you and your loved ones as well 😊
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  5322. Thanks so much! Anytime in the past I used a zipper it always eventually caused so many problems lol. So I can understand the dislike!
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  5323. Thanks so much for watching and for your lovely comment! 😊
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  5324. Thanks for watching! 🥰
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  5325. Thank you so much! 😊 if I might ask, which sub Reddit was it on? I’m always curious about the external traffic sources as I’m very fascinated by analytics 🥰
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  5326. There are plenty more to come 😂
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  5327. I agree! However many do actually confuse the show with history and it still doesn’t mean the actors should have to be uncomfortable for months of shooting because of it.
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  5328. I’ll be making an 18th century gown at some point next year 😊 the costumes of The Great are actually more historically inspired than replications, so I’ll be making a style that’s more of a replication.
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  5329. Thank you 😊
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  5330. Yes!! I can understand why darts can be really frustrating. They aren’t always too accommodating for different bust sizes, especially on some commercial patterns, and so require a bunch of modifications. Mockups ARE a life saver 😊
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  5331. Thank you!! ☺️
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  5332. They’re from a thrift store so I have no idea lol. They were like 30p each. They are drinking glasses, but I repurposed them as candle holders because I liked the way they made the light look.
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  5333. Thank you so much! It was definitely soooo hard some mornings!
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  5334. Thank you very much! 🥰
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  5335. So glad you enjoy them! Thanks for watching :)
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  5336. Yes! It’s so satisfying 🥰
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  5337. Could definitely be! 😊
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  5338. Yes Art Deco jewellery is beautiful, it's not an era I enjoy the fashion of though unfortunately, as I just feel far more comfortable in Victorian and Georgian clothes 😊 It's still a beautiful era nonetheless. I have a bit of art deco jewellery actually, in particular earrings, as some of the styles can be used alongside Victorian ensembles as well as they can have very traditional cuts at times.
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  5339. Thank you so much! I have some tutorials on my channel (like a hand sewing stitches video). There are also lots of other youtubers who have made helpful videos if there’s something specific you’re looking to learn like sewing on a button. I learned mainly from YouTube and googling 😊
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  5340. The books I used are protected under copyright so I would want others to go and support the authors. I believe there is a similar jowtes recipe that I’ve found online.
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  5341. cast iron :)
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  5342. Why not? This is everyday experimental archaeology. Experimental archaeology does not only need to be academic. It's something all people can do if they have a curiosity about people in the past, and a desire to attempt to replicate something that was done.
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  5343. 😁😁😁
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  5344. Oh yes corset is definitely a sure fire way to get some attention, especially from a large, already popular production. That’s why many of us historical fashion people are out here making content about corsets again and again, because not only do we get tired of hearing the myths, we also know they’re topics that are bound to garner more traffic to our channels
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  5345. Thank you so much!♥️
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  5346. Thank you!! I use Hynt Beauty Duet Perfecting Concealer 😊
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  5347. Very interesting! I wonder if the modern design was inspired by the practicality of the bonnet (perhaps even something like the sun bonnet?)
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  5348. Thank you, Stephen! That’s very much appreciated.
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  5349. Yes agreed 🥰
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  5350. Thanks so much! I hope that you are showing yourself lots of love for your own progress this year :)
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  5351. Sorry!! 😅
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  5352. Sounds like so much fun! ❤️
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  5353. Thank you!! 😊
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  5354.  @Namiyasi  thank you 😊
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  5355. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5356. That sounds amazing, you totally should!
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  5357. I can’t eat wheat ☺️
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  5358. Thanks! They’re a lot more noticeable on a larger screen 😅
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  5359. Thank you! From a deadstock fabric supplier in the UK called AmoThreads :)
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  5360. I put a little coconut oil, and then on low heat, I crack them into a pan as soon as the oil melts, cover immediately with a lid, and then let them steam in there until the whites have just solidified. Then I remove from the heat and onto the plate ☺
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  5361. Yep, these are my every day clothes for all occasions (though I have slightly different variations depending on the occasion). I’m 26, so definitely not in school anymore haha.
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  5362. This sounds like an incredible approach to clothing! Thanks for sharing 🥰
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  5363. My pleasure! Thanks for watching 😊
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  5364. Thanks for watching! 🥰 it’s definitely frustrating how much present day society sometimes looks down upon people of the past, even though our modern day is built upon the work and wisdom of people of the past, not to mention all of the Indigenous wisdom and wisdom from ethnic minority groups that is still practiced today. I think modern society has so much to learn from the past 😊
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  5365. That's great you've found a solution that works for you! I did cowashing with Curliosity for a while, but it just didn't work well for me. I have very thick wavy/curly hair but it gets bogged down really quickly with product I find so the cowash was almost too rich for it.
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  5366. Thank you!! I’m so glad you enjoy the videos 🥰
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  5367. I totally know what you mean. It is definitely very interesting to think about. I suppose too if worst came to worst a dressmaker could just refashion the skirt and take some fabric from there to make new sleeves. It’s pretty impressive how gowns were refashioned actually
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  5368. No crinoline in this video! Not even any padding at the hips actually. I'm just wearing a cartridge pleated petticoat underneath made from a stiff cotton, and then the cartridge pleating of the skirt gives it a lot more volume. I'm wearing a lot of bust padding so that might also have a role in making the hips look bigger. Plus the corset 😊
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  5369. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  5370. thanks for your support!
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  5371. Thank you Judith! Well done on the decades! It’s such a challenging game honestly and this round included so many “exception” examples, which is always fun to see
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  5372. Welcome to the channel and thank you very much! I hand sewed it for the Berry Dress ensemble which I have a few videos on 🥰
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  5373. Thanks so much Audri!
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  5374. Thank you so much, that's so sweet of you to say! So I write left handed, I sew with both hands, and I cut with my right hand. Not sure what this is called, as some things I can do only left, some only right, and some both. Don't think it's considered ambidextrous because I cannot write with my right hand. I'm guessing that you're a lefty then all around and looking for lefty scissors? The brand I use might actually sell them left-handed, I'll have a look
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  5375. Are you in the UK or the US? (or elsewhere?) I'll try and find some options for you online if it's of any help?
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  5376. @Elizabeth Day Thanks for that! Do you know if there's a requirement to be able to do everything with both hands?
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  5377. @Elizabeth Day I saw this definition as well, and I wonder if it implies having to do things equally as well with both or close to equally? I definitely cannot write with my right hand for instance, it looks like a baby, just like you said a kindergartener 😂 but then some things I cannot do at all with my left hand because I wasn't taught. For instance, cutting things I cannot do with my left because I was handed a cooking knife as a child to my right hand so that is how it developed. I'm guessing though that probably, just like learning any new skill, it'd be possible to train up the other hand with some practice. So I'm really not sure what exactly the definition means. Perhaps it's more of a spectrum? Maybe there are some (like DiVinci I believe) who can do everything equally as well with both? Or maybe everyone that is "ambidextrous" is just like us and definitely has a dominant hand for each task but could maybe train up the other hand and get better with practice? Sewing is one of the few things I can do equally well with both hands funnily enough, which is useful if one gets tired.
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  5378. @Elizabeth Day Hahaha well thank you. perhaps the mystery has been solved then! I appreciate you jumping in and commenting your thoughts about this matter 😊
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  5379. Who would’ve thought! Lol
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  5380. I believe so yes!
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  5381. I hope this technique comes in handy! I’ll often do chalk first and then this and it seems to work like a charm in tandem 🥰
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  5382. The meditations I listen to knock me out! 😂
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  5383.  @kimscott840  thanks so much and thank you for understanding 💕🥰
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  5384. It was gifted to me when I lived in Iceland!
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  5385. I’m so sorry for your loss! I’m so glad that this video can perhaps serve as a bit of comfort and deeper understanding of your heritage 😊
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  5386. Oooo this sounds like so much fun! Thanks for sharing your experience 😊
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  5387. There should be a similar version online if you Google “Jowtes recipe” ☺️
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  5388. They're historical because they can be seen referenced in historical hand sewing resources from the past. Some things we still do in modern life were indeed also done during historical times :)
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  5389. Hahaha true, the music in her video makes me very anxious lol
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  5390. Thank you!! I agree, all of these Speedrun challenges are so intense 😂
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  5391. Thank you!
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  5392. You totally should! They're actually way easier than they seem. Happy sewing 😊
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  5393. Thank you!! I have a new pair now that are similar but made of gold instead of brass because the brass ones kept leaving blue and black marks on my nose lol 😂
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  5394. Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed the tutorial 😊
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  5395. Thank you!
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  5396. Thanks so much for watching! 🥰
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  5397. Thank you 😊 and thank you for sharing your experience with EMDR as well! It’s a wonderful therapy.
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  5398. Thank you!! 😊
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  5399. Awww thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it.
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  5400. You’re sort of going more side to side and forward like a whip stitch.
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  5401. Thank you! So glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  5402. Exactly! You and so many individuals have had positive experiences. It doesn’t mean these actors are lying, I certainly think they actually felt discomfort, but I’d be curious to see how they feel if the corset was worn with a shift underneath and not laced super tight.
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  5403. there are a ton of them indeed! The index as well has a compilation of all the vegetarian options fyi.
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  5404. Thank you! I definitely agree. I read something that said encouraging people to develop their own personal style also encourages people to consume less, thus leading to less overconsumption and potentially fewer environment issues because of less supply/demand. It’s an interesting thought and I can absolutely see it in practice in my own life.
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  5405. Спасибо Андрюша🥰
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  5406. Hi Audri! Thanks for your patience with my response. I have been absolutely overwhelmed by work this week! Thank you so much for your absolutely beautiful comment. I, too, until I started diving more into Scottish fashion, assumed tartans were related to specific clans (I’m guessing because of Outlander). It’s really wonderful to have someone like Lilja who is so knowledgable about the topic bust some of these myths. I hope your week and start to autumn are going well! Vasi
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  5407. Thank you so much 😊
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  5408. I’ve seen a bit about combat clothing, but yeah generally not that many complaints like with the corset.
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  5409. Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel. I draft my own patterns for most of my clothing these days ☺️ they’re more archaic time periods, so it’s often just simple shapes. Chitons for instance are just big rectangles gathered down. Many of the garments I wear don’t even need a proper pattern. Hopefully that’s somewhat helpful!
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  5410. Thank you for this vital tip Maia! Sounds like a bit of a disturbing situation too. I suppose though it’s great they all stayed in the vacuum and didn’t end up harming any of your fabrics or garments. Seems like that was the best outcome for the scenario! My vacuum cleaner doesn’t use bags, it’s just a compartment that gets emptied out when it’s full. Do you know in this case what would be the best course of action? I’ve read quite a bit online about throwing out the bag right after use, but have no idea what the protocol would be for one of those clear, empty-out vacuums. I suppose though, since the compartment is see-through, there’s less of a chance for moth eggs being able to hatch in there since they really don’t like sunlight
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  5411.  @cydile  thanks for that 😊 I’ve read that the eggs are about the size of a grain of sand, so very difficult to see. Often probably why they get missed until they’re already hatched
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  5412. I don't feel comfortable with showing myself like that on video. This wasn't to show off me in my corset, rather just to answer questions 😊
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  5413. Also it's an historical corset, so the thumbnail is how it would be worn 😊
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  5414.  @juliasmith9747  Thanks! But it has nothing to do with courage. It has to do with the fact that I'm just not comfortable with that. Have a nice day.
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  5415. I suppose it was worn in more “everyday situations” (at least amongst the upper class, and sometimes the middle class)
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  5416. It's super simple! Just two giant rectangles gathered down to a band at the top, and then stitches (or pins work too, or fibulae) placed at anchor points for the neck opening and at various points on the "sleeves". You can also stitch up the sides, leaving space for armholes, but often historically this wasn't done, and they were just left open and kept shut by belting.
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  5417. Thanks for watching Jaime! And for sharing your own story 😊
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  5418. Thank you for the note! A few other people pointed this out as well ☺️ Since I’m not a historian and I research historical topics because of my own interests and passions, I do my best to fact check everything but sometimes miss things naturally.
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  5419. True, but this is all post industrial revolution. Before the industrial revolution, having organic food was just the norm :) Yes, people still struggled with food scarcity, but food quality was also very different.
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  5420. Thank you Sarah! 😊
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  5421. Thank you ❤️❤️
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  5422. Interesting! I’ve found wool to stay warm and dry up until a certain point, but when I’ve been absolutely drenched in a heavy downpour, I felt much colder, versus how the oilskin really just creates that complete shield so the water can’t soak in. Not to mention how heavy wool gets when it’s wet, it’s like walking around with twice the clothing weight suddenly. Perhaps it could depend too on the type of wool and the weave? I still love wool though, find it amazing, and wear it excessively as it has so many wonderful qualities.
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  5423. Ahhh thanks so much Sarah! I really appreciate it 😄
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  5424. Thank you Tabitha! 💕
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  5425. Sorry to induce the nausea! 😔 definitely all very fascinating specimens though, even if the bird bonnet is so sad.
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  5426. Thank you! 😊
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  5427. She says hello back! Thanks for watching 😊
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  5428. Not everyone lives where there are bears :)
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  5429. Thank you ☺️
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  5430. Oh yes of course! I just mean that due to the prevalence of very permanent options now like plastic surgery and extreme dieting for instance, people see the photoshoped images (which can be done with no trace, unlike film images where you usually see the haze or a mark where it was altered) and many believe that is the real body. Unlike before where it would have been very expensive to have a portrait taken, and therefore not very common, so people mainly would have been accustomed to seeing people in person and those silhouettes were mainly all achieved through padding and corsetry.
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  5431.  @audriscarborough9309  thanks so much Audri!! I really appreciate the support and I hope you have a lovely time making the cape 💕
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  5432. Thanks so much!
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  5433. I think you may have misunderstood me. I haven't played the game for years straight without stopping. I have been playing the game for a few years, and the storyline happens over time, as there are also the hidden object scenes and many other things to play in the mean time. Additionally, they regularly add more to the storyline as time progresses. I wrote the script for the sponsorship myself with my own genuine feelings. You're very welcome to try the game yourself (it's free to download) and you'll see what I mean. Take care!
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  5434. Thank you!
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  5435. I hope you had fun at the Renn Faire 🥰
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  5436. Buttons is definitely a great way! eBay sells a lot of affordable antique buttons as well (at least in the UK and the US) and those can add a nice historical touch to a more contemporary garment.
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  5437. Thanks so much! All class representation is so so important 🥰 I can’t wait to expand this series even further too! I have some exciting plans for it.
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  5438. I’m not in the US 🙃 have a nice day!
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  5439.  @robertmatel8136  I’m a professional singer so I’ve been diaphragmatic breathing since I was 10 or 11 and started vocal training. I only belly breathe. I also haven’t been wearing corsets regularly for over a year now (I made a video about it a while back). Additionally, you can very easily belly breathe in a corset, I always did when I wore them.
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  5440. I left a thorough comment about free bleeding on another thread so I’m copy and pasting it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  5441. Skirts and dresses really are honestly so comfortable!
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  5442. Thank you :)
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  5443. Thank you! 😊 I absolutely love that transition from the bustle into early 1890s too. Such a nice remnant of the style!
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  5444. Thank you!! I commissioned a friend to knit it and she made up her own pattern based off a fashion plate from an 1862 edition of the Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine. It’s listed in the magazine as a “Daisy Travelling or Winter Hood.” If you Google this title and 1862 and the magazine name, you’ll see the original fashion plate 😊
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  5445. Thank you so much Robin for your kind words! Happy to have you here watching the channel 🥰
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  5446. Happy sewing! I think you’ll really like the stitch 😊
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  5447. Thank you!! I appreciate you noticing the colour especially as I work as a DaVinci certified colourist outside of YouTube ☺️
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  5448. Thank you Ginger Dani! 😊
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  5449. I used the one by Truly Victorian and loved it! 🥰
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  5450. Also, nice profile picture, is it Alex Grey?
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  5451. Thank you!!
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  5452. I very much agree! The realities of history also need to be shown as well so that we do not repeat the atrocities of the past as societies.
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  5453. Thank you so much 🥰
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  5454. No, this is what a wealthy townswoman would wear.
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  5455. ❤️❤️❤️
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  5456. Thank you!
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  5457. Thank you! 😊
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  5458. Thank you so much!
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  5459. Thanks so much! I’d recommend Vintagebursche here on YouTube 😊
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  5460. Awww how lovely! What type of dress are you making? Thanks for watching (and rewatching 😊)
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  5461. Ah awesome! That sounds like so much fun. Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  5462. Aww thank you so much! I’m so glad it’s been helpful 😊
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  5463.  @clarekuehn4372  Yes that's correct, I wasn't wearing them in this video. This video is nearly 2 years old now, so a lot has changed with my wardrobe 😊
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  5464. Interesting idea! Though I'm not a resident of the US, and to be honest, my expenses are quite boring. I come from a not very well off family, and now I am doing far better financially than what I grew up with, but still, my expenses are quite minimal each month and I hardly ever buy new clothes because I normally just make a new ensemble every 2-3 months from discounted or deadstock fabric. My household also grows a lot of our own food. So yeah, pretty average lifestyle over here expenses-wise 😄
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  5465. It could be interesting though to show people that wearing historical clothing daily doesn't necessarily mean being wealthy/spending a ton of money. So for that reason, I would definitely consider making such a video.
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  5466.  @allamasadi7970  That would be quite a video to have to research haha. I also only sew/wear 18th and 19th century, but as much as the answer to this would be interesting, I have no idea how one would ascertain that information, especially considering that a significant portion of people used to be illiterate. So it would be quite challenging to even find accurate data.
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  5467. Thank you!!
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  5468. That could definitely be! They were pretty popular still though in the 1950s and 60s
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  5469. Thanks so much Michelle! 😊
    1
  5470. True! Though there was some tightlacing from what I know amongst the elite and during the late Victorian period going into Edwardian in addition to the padding and retouching. It just wasn’t a common practice if we consider how few women were elite.
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  5471. There’s a historical costuming buy and sell group on Facebook, and also some other historical fashion people will occasionally do “creating space in their closets” type sales now and then through Instagram. Also I was generally just checking Etsy quite often and searching for words like “Victorian dress,” “Victorian skirt,” etc. and managed to find a few shops that were selling old creations and a couple that were closing up and needed everything to be sold a few years ago
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  5472. My pleasure! So there are a few: -Historical Dress and Fabrics Buy and Sell -Historical hats & millinery supplies buy and sell -Historical Costumers Clothing for Sale and Custom Orders There are some fabric destash ones too so let me know if you’d like the names of those 😊
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  5473.  @aleamcelroy7809  So there's: -Construction Items For Historical Costuming Fabric/Trims/Books/Patterns -Historical Costumers Destash Fabric Trims Ribbon Lace Patterns - Buy Sell Hope these are helpful!
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  5474. My pleasure! Please let me know if you have any more questions.
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  5475. Surprisingly difficult right?! So many fashion exceptions in this video that it really makes you question what you know about fashion history 😂 the silver undertones for that blue dress are so lovely!
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  5476.  @hannakirillovskaya  Меня точно зовут Василиса, имя просто сложно для англоговорящих и поэтому людей меня зовут Вася "Vasi". А ролик про конструкция или информация?
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  5477.  @hannakirillovskaya  Спасибо))
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  5478.  @hannakirillovskaya  Я вот сама не шью jumps или corsets, но могу рассказать о истории. Люди их часто тоже носили дома как "lounge wear")
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  5479.  @hannakirillovskaya  Большое спасибо Анна)) а есть у вас Инстаграм?
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  5480.  @hannakirillovskaya  добавьте меня, пожалуйста, и я добавлю вас)) @vasiofficial
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  5481. Очень приятно познакомится!
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  5482. Awww that’s very sweet, thank you!!
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  5483. Yes sadly I’d imagine more so than personal hygiene, the systems in place in cities probably sucked just due to a lack of knowledge about contamination etc. People historically were super smart but you don’t know what you don’t know, and since hygienic infrastructure was so new, it makes sense it took a while for people to become very cognisant of it. I mean heck, even today there are places that are not cognisant of it.
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  5484. Ah very cool! I had no idea the Fjallräven backpacks were made of oilskin! Fjall means “mountain” in Icelandic.
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  5485. Apparently the brand is Swedish and means something totally different in Swedish, but it always made me giggle a little that fjall was mountain in Icelandic when I was living there and seeing them being worn a lot haha
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  5486. I think that’s very wise! Brittany doesn’t actually have a channel! She just has her own Instagram where she posts pics of some of the crafts she works on 😊 we thought about us both guessing in one of the centuries but then we’d need to find a third score keeper and moderator who would end up picking the pictures etc since neither of us would technically be allowed to see the dates
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  5487. Thank you so much!
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  5488. I can definitely understand why it feels like you have to make one yourself! That’s why I was really really hoping this video would just serve as essentially a “I hear you and get where you’re coming from” type video so that people could ultimately give themselves the permission to save up and buy one 😊
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  5489. It takes place 1813-ish, which is still deeply Regency as Victoria didn’t become Queen until 1837.
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  5490. I just explained in the pinned comment why I mention wanting to use a sharp stone :)
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  5491. Thank you very much 🥰
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  5492. Thanks so much! Happy sewing 😊💕
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  5493. Hahaha that’s brilliant! I suppose long johns would actually be quite historical as undergarments anyways at least for more masculine clothing 😊
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  5494. Thanks so much for watching! 😊
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  5495. I’m glad they didn’t show it this season either from what I’ve heard from others. Definitely it just seems like putting the actors through completely pointless discomfort and long days on a set are hard enough as it is 😊
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  5496. Thank you so much! I totally agree. I’m actually working on a full video right now about my ocd experience, so it’ll be out in the next few months 🥰
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  5497. Thank you very much 😊
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  5498. They are dependent on your own body and measurements. I did around x1.5-1.75 the amount of half of my waist and then for the length, I essentially had the fabric go from my waist to the floor (for the linen version).
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  5499. Thank you! 😊
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  5500. Yay!! Go for it! You’ve got this 😊
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  5501. Darcy clothing! Links in my description :)
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  5502. Thank you so much Justyna for supporting me since the very beginning! That's very kind of you. I wanted to make a Youtube channel for quite a long while, but it just wasn't quite the right time so I mostly just planned how I was going to execute it. It's nice to be able to actually put my ideas into videos now though, instead of them just being stuck in a document somewhere. I'll be sure to subscribe so I can support your channel once you do start releasing videos. I will absolutely be doing a wardrobe and a sewing stash tour at some point. I'm also going to release an "everything I've sewn this year" video in August, as that will mark my one year sewing. 😊
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  5503. Oh my 😂
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  5504. Thank you! 🥰
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  5505. I don’t think Pliny the Elder is stupid. He definitely wasn’t. But you can see how much his statement is shrouded in menstrual stigma and taboo. Just because I don’t agree with someone’s statement doesn’t mean I think they’re stupid.
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  5506. That’s wonderful to hear! It seems like so many have had a similar experience to you
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  5507. Thank you so much! I'll definitely be researching Eastern European fashion more at some point, however, us Volga Tatars are actually a Turkic ethnic group (we're Central Asian) so I'm planning to really focus upon Turkic and Central Asian fashion for a while 😊
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  5508. My pleasure!
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  5509.  @ItsAsparageese  thank you so much for your lovely comment and acknowledgement of my vulnerability ☺️ if you’d like to hear a more complete mental health story, I open up I think the most about my life in the video, “Telling You the Truth.”
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  5510. I commissioned my friend to knit it for me! It's based off a fashion plate from 1862 from the Englishwoman’s Domestic Magazine, where it shows a very similar cap called a "daisy travelling or winter hood".
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  5511. How old do you think I am?
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  5512. Thank you! Can’t wait to share it 😊
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  5513. Most shifts gather in at the neck in my experience, and so the drawstring can be easily undone with a lot of space then for nursing.
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  5514. Thanks for the reminder! 😊 And it’s very true. I’ve gone through so many changes in my life personally with style and beyond. I think it just can sometimes feel scary going through them with an audience watching. That’s why I felt like it was so important to be honest as I’m also really grateful for the audience watching!
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  5515. Balsamic vinegar has origins in the 11th century.
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  5516. Some people are comfortable with showing their feet on the internet for free. I’m not.
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  5517. Yep I live like this and by my own choice (not for a job) 😊
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  5518. This is upperclass medieval food, so a lot of the ingredients were expensive and not native to the region. Rice found its way from Asia to Europe via Persia and it was being grown in Spain and Italy by the 15th century
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  5519. It’s the case with most things history unfortunately. More wealthy people could read and write, so their ideas got recorded. Even in historical fashion, it’s very hard to know what the working class wore and most research focused on upperclass garments. It’s part of why I got into researching working class and less represented historical fashion.
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  5520. Thank you Rara! These types of sleeves are so much fun to make as well, which makes them even more amazing haha 😊
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  5521. Thank you 🥰
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  5522.  @dawnmarshall2945  in US English, it is pronounced as “menstration” (the u is silent). Just because people have different accents doesn’t mean it is necessarily incorrect ☺️
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  5523. I think the ones for Bridgerton were all designed by a designer, though some may have worn corsets made for previous productions, I’m guessing the main issue was just lack of proper shifts underneath and also lacing too tight for 12-18 hour wear
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  5524. Lol so true!
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  5525. Yes it’s so sad, they’re such sweet babies 😔
    1
  5526. Perfect timing! Happy hemming 😊
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  5527. I’m not sure, but I believe not! I believe it’s a certain process the fabric undergoes during manufacturing. The reality is, I’m just speculating as I don’t know enough about the manufacturing processes of oilskin
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  5528. It may have been, but the way oilskin is made today is very different from the way it was made historically. I believe there’s a video on how it’s done historically on YouTube. The process now seems to be different
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  5529. Some actors are really wonderful and amazing people! Many of them are just artists doing their craft.
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  5530. thank you 😊
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  5531. Thank you!! It’s pretty amazing right how fabric, collar, and sleeve choice can all impact a look so much?
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  5532. I left a thorough comment about free bleeding on another thread so I’m copy and pasting it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  5533. Very horrific and tragic indeed 😞
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  5534. It could look really good on their acting resumes as well too, especially if they very often participate in period films! It just sucks that they’d have to pay for it out of pocket
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  5535. I have been. The first time they sponsored one of my videos was a few years ago :)
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  5536. Thanks so much Caroline! 🥰 I’m glad you enjoyed it!
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  5537. How interesting! Thanks for sharing 😊 the common misconception that wool has to be uncomfortable and scratchy is definitely a HUGE one. It’s amazing how that experience changes with the layers of historical fashion
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  5538. Thank you! 🥰 wool is great!
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  5539. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  5540. Have a beautiful day 😊
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  5541. Thank you!! And yes so true, it shows we aren’t as far away as it may sometimes feel 😊
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  5542. Thank you so much! The song is called “Far Over the Highlands” by Christoffer Moe Ditlevsen
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  5543. Thank you :)
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  5544. Sorry, who should have?
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  5545. Thank you so much! The shot of the ivy I used for the overlay looked so much like the leaves of Lórien that I just could resist adding it in! Hahaha
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  5546. As have I! It’s a lot of fun 🥰
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  5547. Thanks so much Khensani! I hope you enjoy your new home and stay extra warm this winter ☺️
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  5548. That isn't in any way what I said. Some people click on these videos thinking that I'll be showing a lot of skin, which I'm not comfortable with, so I tell people to stop watching if that's what they're expecting. Very important to not quote the wrong words from people. Take care!
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  5549. Thanks so much! 😊
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  5550. Thanks Karen! I think it's about approaching historical fashion wearing respectfully, (like not wearing historical fashion at a plantation of course, or other sites of serious historical trauma) and also making it clear to others what one's values are. This is part of why I am so verbal about being historical style, not historical values. Additionally, I'm autochthonous indigenous to Tatarstan and the Ural Region (a Tatar/Cossack), so I view wearing historical fashion every day as empowering because my ancestors could have never afforded silk, etc. and it was through my own hard work that I was able to. I see it as paying homage to the difficulties they have faced and I believe they would be proud of who I am now if they were living. There have been a number of instances recently of individuals in the community wearing historical fashion to literal plantations, which is never and should never be okay. That's part of why the conversation has come up so much.
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  5551. That’s so awesome to hear! 😊
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  5552. Thank you!!
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  5553. That’s a very good point, it does much more than just hold the bust. The skirt weight distribution is such a big part of it, as well as the freedom of the shoulders haha. But I think it takes experiencing it first hand to grasp those additional benefits.
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  5554. I definitely second this! Forces you to lift more with your legs and entire body, rather than through your back which can be so detrimental.
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  5555. I’d like to make one at some point! Though it’s a pretty big research project with not a lot of available sources sadly so it would take a while to prepare 😊
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  5556. November :)
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  5557. Thanks so much! 😊
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  5558. Oh no!! How sad and annoying I’m sure! Well I hope you’ve managed to find ways to prevent them now 😊
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  5559. Thank you! 😊
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  5560. Yes perfect timing with the weather! The zip pocket inside is a great idea too 😊
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  5561. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  5562. It’s Lilja’s pet! 😂🥰 I’m so glad you enjoyed the video Angela! 😊
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  5563. Yes! Very! Lol. Thank you so much 😊
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  5564. Thank you! I’ve found it doesn’t melt at all 😊 I’m not sure what they do during the manufacturing process for that, but I’ve felt it’s held up to sunshine well
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  5565. Thanks for watching!!
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  5566. Thank you! I didn’t 😊
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  5567. Thank you!! It’s called a Sontag. They were quite popular during the 1860s. I commissioned a friend of mine to knit it for me as I had always wanted one. It’s extremely warm and cosy.
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  5568. Thank you! 😊 all diaphragmatic. I have a video about it on my channel
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  5569. I have one posted already 😊 it’s part of my “3 easy Victorian hairstyles” video
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  5570. Thank you! 😊
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  5571. Thank you very much 😊
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  5572. Hi Sue! Thanks so much. My name is Vasilisa (Vasi) though, but lots of people think it’s Victoria because I wear so much Victorian fashion! Haha 😅 I work remotely as a private contractor so my primary client I work for supports it, and I’m grateful to have a lot of freedom when it comes to my job and what I wear. That’s so lovely to hear that you’ve fallen in love with historical fashion too and are sewing it also! For antiques, I would recommend eBay. You have to be pretty dilligent and train your eye with what to look for but it’s by far the best place to find deals, or in person estate sales can be good too. Thanks so much for being a loyal subscriber! I appreciate it 🥰
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  5573. Thank you!!!
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  5574. Thank you so much Alicia! 🥰 I always enjoy reading your comments!
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  5575. Yes absolutely! This is an ideal solution for that. Especially on those extremely frigid winter days.
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  5576. Hahaha thanks Elinor! I'm glad the introduction caused a laugh. I hope this stitch comes in handy over the winter 😊
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  5577. He sure did! ♥️
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  5578. Glad it’s helpful! 😊
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  5579.  @slaithwaiteseamstress7122  hahaha thank you 😊 now I know too how to pronounce Silesia correctly! 😂
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  5580. Thank you! It’s called a Sontag, this one is an 1860s version, and there should be some patterns online 😊
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  5581. Indeed! I have answered about this so many times in the comments 😂
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  5582. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5583. I’m part Central Asian 😂
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  5584. Thank you! 🥰
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  5585. I have mostly antique furniture (that I hunted down and got great deals on over the years). I would say my food is sort of “historical” as I eat all organic (for health and environmental related reasons) and I try to build relationships with the farmers and buy as local as possible. And I write with a fountain pen, sometimes a manual typewriter, but I used to write with a dip pens sometimes (it’s a lot of effort and work!). So I’d say some things in my life are historical other than my clothes, but most things are modern, especially since I work around technology all day ☺️
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  5586. Thank you!! 😊
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  5587. Thank you Jay! 😊
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  5588. There is a third video yes, it’s the making of the bodice specifically. This video is just a rerun of everything I’ve sewn over the year.
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  5589. I do so in my video on Victorian sleep.
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  5590. My pleasure! I’m glad it was helpful.
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  5591. Thank you very much Tabitha! I hope you have a lovely Christmas xx
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  5592. Thank you Sarah!! 💕 I think I treat silk like any other fabric, but that’s also because I find deadstock silk for around £12 a metre (AmoThreads!) so it ends up being about the price of any other fabric like wool or linen. Because of that I think I’m less afraid to get it dirty haha. Lightweight silks are comfortable in summer, but silk taffeta is more appropriate for under 16-18 degree days I’d say. So most of the year for us in the U.K. 😄
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  5593. We were just kidding around ☺️ we have a very playful friendship like this.
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  5594. Thank you!! ❤️💕
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  5595. Thank you Catherine! Kinaesthetic sand sounds very interesting, I’ll have to look it up. I appreciate the well wishes!
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  5596. There’s another one coming! ☺️
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  5597. Thank you 🥰
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  5598. Oh how interesting! Thank you for your professional opinion! I suppose knowing the size of them would help with the identification?
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  5599. Thank you!
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  5600. Thank you Sophie! 😊 Oooo sounds adorable. Bows are seriously so cute on the back of skirts, gowns, dresses, etc.
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  5601. I thought the same thing! But then also felt it'd be unlikely since bias cut fabric can waste a lot (unless like you suggested, an entire bolt was cut to be sold).
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  5602. Thank you Natalie!! ❤️
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  5603. Aww that’s wonderful to hear, thanks for your comment 😊
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  5604. Oooo perfect timing! It’s a super easy process and I highly recommend going for it!
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  5605. I’m sorry to hear about your teacher! I’m glad you enjoy the content ☺️
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  5606.  @meamela9820  my pleasure!
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  5607. Would be cool! And potentially heavy?
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  5608. Thank you! She did :)
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  5609. Thank you Sami! 🥰
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  5610. Thanks for watching Button! I’m glad you enjoyed 😊
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  5611. Thank you Diane! Sending so much love ❤️
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  5612. Thanks so much! 😊
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  5613. So glad it was educational! 😊
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  5614. Thank you so much Joëlle 🥰
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  5615. This is definitely a brand new video!
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  5616. Oooo how fascinating! The cricket theory makes a lot of sense! Honestly I think they’re super cute and would wear the bug hair pins regardless hehe 🥰 thanks so much for watching!
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  5617. Thank you!
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  5618. Thanks so much! 💕 I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  5619. Viewer psychology! 😂
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  5620. My pleasure! I'm not sure if it's talked about all that much, perhaps in some circles, but it's just something my friend and I noticed and have had some good laughs about 😊
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  5621.  @debigick8539  my pleasure 😊
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  5622. I don’t have any working studio lights at the moment (my main one broke and I haven’t had the money to fix it! 😅) so I rely on natural light a lot now to shoot, which is my preferred light to shoot with. It’s just not the most reliable nor predictable especially during winter and with being indoors, so candles really help. Thank you for the compliments on the evening scenes! They were shot with all the candles on the table, and then one small house light which I placed on the left behind where I’m sitting (at the kitchen counter) just to create a little warm back lighting. Otherwise that’s it! 😊
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  5623. I’ll check them out, thank you!
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  5624. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5625. Thank you so much Gumdrop! It’s really lovely to hear that this is some of your favourite content 😊
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  5626. Thank you 😊
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  5627. Thank you Sabrina! We have had some nice days weather-wise. It’s been mild in general, not too hot, not too cold. It was a very beautiful sunset indeed 😊 I bought the boots used from a reenactor recently. They’re actually a few years old I believe. They’re a discontinued (I think) pair of American Duchess shoes. I often like to buy AD shoes lightly used from others because then some of the older styles are around and often they’re more affordable.
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  5628. Hi Audri! Thank you so much for all the compliments and incredibly lovely comment. I really appreciate your viewership and support (from the very beginning). I'm glad as well that you enjoyed watching this video so much! Yours, etc. Vasi
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  5629. I have a Q&A video on my channel!
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  5630. Thank you!! 💕
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  5631. Thanks a ton Natalie! Hahaha stairs are such dangerous things 😂 Slightly shorter hem lengths are the best honestly, even if they just skim the floor (or almost do) they just become suddenly so much more wearable.
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  5632. Hahaha amazing! I'm so glad that this is useful to you. Thank you for your comment Lyssa 😊
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  5633. I don’t particularly like to sleep with them on! 😅
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  5634. Yeah it’s true! It’s a really perplexing and complex situation I think all around. I’d suspect a big part of the issue is the lack of chemise etc.
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  5635. My pleasure! I'm glad I could help.
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  5636. Have you looked into the historical styles of your part of Latin America? 😊 I’m an ethnic minority and I found one of the most astounding things was seeing how my ancestors dressed for the climate they lived in and how they adapted to that environment. We can learn so much from our ancestors who lived off the land for thousands of years.
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  5637. Thank you very much! On Social Blade, the projected 10K milestone is in 177 days, so you're right on target with your prediction (if the channel's growth stays the same as now). I am really grateful for everyone's support!
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  5638. That’s very wise advice from your physical therapist and I definitely agree. That’s exactly how I feel about my own corsets too. If they feel too tight, I’m definitely loosening them for daily wear. I’m sure the decision to lace them in tightly stems from society’s sort of recent obsession with waist training, etc. not to say there weren’t periods in the past where people were obsessed with this same thing, but now with social media it’s heavily exacerbated and has become trendy.
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  5639. It's so, so important that people know their worth as creators/artists! And it makes me incredibly sad that people feel they have to undervalue their work because of a societal structure that tells them they won't do well if their prices aren't incredibly affordable. I love a good deal, just like the next person, but undervaluing ones work has devastating impacts. I oftentimes though don't even think it's the responsibility of the creator/artist to put a worthwhile price tag on their craft. That's just a piece of the puzzle. Rather, it's a much needed mindset shift in our world, where craftsmanship and repair/alteration culture makes a comeback. There are, of course, times where someone may not be able to afford high quality items with a price tag to reflect this, so in those instances I don't feel there needs to be this pressure, but for those who can afford bespoke items (even if it means saving and calculating cost-per-wear), it's so important that we value our artists and quality craftsmanship with fair wages.
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  5640. How could I turn the lights on and off when I'm shooting with primarily candlelight and then natural lighting from my window? Most of all, what incentive do I have to lie? I don't do that. That is truly how I woke up. I kept my camera whilst sleeping in the same place so that way when I woke up I could shoot right away again.
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  5641. Thank you so much! I hope the warm weather holds up a bit longer so I’ll have the right conditions to wear such a lightweight garment in 😊
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  5642. I actually managed to get it quite flat! I spent about 30 minutes jumping on it, shaking it, etc. and in the end it was quite well distributed.
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  5643.  @amandashort6762  hi! It’s wonderful that you’re interested in more historical styles. I can’t recommend wearing a corset unless you’re over the age of 18, as I’m not a doctor. I would say speak with your doctor about whether or not that’s okay, along with your parents. If you are, however, over the age of 18, unfortunately I don’t know of many places where you’ll be getting really good quality that will last and will support you correctly, while also being extremely affordable. The closest I can think of if you are in the US is Timeless Stitches (their website is T Stitches dot com). They sell some more affordable corsets and I believe you can ask them for custom sizing. I would always try to get your custom measurements fitted to the corset, especially centre back length, as that will offer the most comfort and safest experience. Thanks for your compliments 😊
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  5644. It worked super well with hay, so I’m sure it would work even better with straw :)
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  5645.  @imaginegigi6001  definitely! this is something i'm trying to bring more into mainstream awareness (as much as I can), partially by wearing a lot of working class fashions these days myself.
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  5646. Scotland is absolutely fascinating! Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  5647. Thanks so much Sazikane! 😊
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  5648. My pleasure! Thanks for your comment and goodluck with your dream project, you'll do great 😊
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  5649. Update: I finally watched the first episode and I really liked it actually! The costumes were beautiful and I felt the dialogue had a lot of deep and poetic meaning. I’ll see how the rest of the episodes go!
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  5650. Aww thank you! 🥰
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  5651. This was prevalent throughout the entirety of it. That's why I didn't specify. Additionally, this is one tiny glimpse into the realm of complete possibilities. People would've ultimately used whatever materials they had access to.
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  5652. Definitely not, I'm very vocal about being in therapy and have dealt with the past traumas head on for years in treatment. I just generally don't like wearing modern clothing and it doesn't feel like me.
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  5653. Hi! I wrote a thorough response to a similar comment so I’m copy and pasting here ☺️ “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  5654.  @katrinapinkse4716  I make little cuts or notches into the seam allowance to help relieve some of the tension on the curve, and then hem that down ☺️ hope that’s helpful!
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  5655. Thank you so much! I used Laughing Moon no. 118 to make the wrapper I’m wearing 😊
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  5656. So glad you liked the video!
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  5657.  @kendramcnally1280  Thank you so much Kendra! Much appreciated 😊
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  5658. Thanks so much 😊
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  5659. To each their own, have a nice day 😊
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  5660. Based off of what I was researching, there's also quite a bit of evidence to suggest stone tools (specifically flint tools) were used into the Bronze and Iron Ages in Europe. Hence, why I specifically wanted to give this method a try since it is a significantly different experience than say, cutting leather with a knife or scissors. https://journal.lithics.org/wp-content/uploads/lithics_20_1999_Hum_57-61.pdf
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  5661. You’re very welcome! There will be a new episode out interviewing another fashion historian in the next month or so 🥰 thanks for watching!
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  5662.  @111sarahd5  I’m happy to hear you have lots of resources now to move forth with that project! Happy sewing 😊 I’m glad your injury was painless. But yes, from what I hear sewing machines can sometimes be dangerous!
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  5663. Thank you so much!
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  5664.  @RebeccaBrothers-g3t  Thanks so much! I haven't ever made any quilts. I think they'd be quite a labour of love to hand sew.
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  5665. Good questions 😊 I normally wear coats if I’m carrying a heavy rucksack, or there are enough layers with colder weather garments that you aren’t needing a coat at all (thanks to lots of wool outer layers). If I am wearing a cape, I have a satchel of sorts that carries the majority of what I need for most days. Regarding peeing in suspicious bathrooms, due to the split crotch drawers, it’s actually far easier to pee in historical than modern clothing in my opinion because you just shift things around and go. You just hike your skirts up so they don’t end up touching the floor or anything. Hopefully this clarifies some of the mystery! 😂 have a good day 😊
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  5666. Thank you so much Suzanne! And very well spotted 😉 I was hoping someone would notice the title! Even if you speak Russian since birth, there are always still more verbs to learn and old ones to relearn 😂
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  5667. Thanks for watching!
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  5668. 😊
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  5669. Hi Bun Bun, for some reason YouTube deleted your comment on my new egg video! I remembered you posted on another recent video, so I found it here and wanted to answer your question. It is 100% wonderful to wear historical fashions from America if that’s what you want to do, regardless of ethnicity, because America and Britain have had individuals living in it for centuries from all different cultures and backgrounds! It’s a myth that only white people wore Western fashions, and that BIPOC didn’t. If they were located in Britain or America, they very likely wore the same clothes as everyone else. Though in some instances that very well may not have been their choice, whether that be due to being forced to assimilate or other darker reasons. My point being, wear whatever makes you happy 😊
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  5670. I have a wheat sensitivity so it makes it tough to find a wheat-free as well as alcohol-free beer. It's why I'm also eating rye bread the entire week as I'm not sensitive to rye :)
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  5671. Thanks! I explain my reasoning for the squash during that section of the video with on-screen text. The ancient Greeks and Romans had gourds (even if it isn't indigenous) and so squash is even featured in one of the recipes from the British Museum article.
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  5672. I’m sure if you dig enough on the internet, you’ll find it!
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  5673. Thank you so much! I definitely agree 🥰
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  5674. LACMA describes them as “a pair of woman’s fetish boots” 😊
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  5675. It’s true!
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  5676. Ah that's awesome! The contemporary stuff is usually only sold in yellow and white (though I'm sure other colours could be sourced somewhere) so it's great you have some extra variety.
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  5677. Capricorn/Aquarius cusp!
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  5678. Awww thank you so much Julia ❤️
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  5679. People are usually pretty positive! When I first started out, my style was perhaps a lot more experimental and not as refined (I didn’t totally know what I liked yet or how to fit garments well to my own body as I hadn’t started sewing yet), so perhaps people thought it looked a bit more “costumey” but everyone I know and spend time around just says they’re totally used to it and don’t even think about it as it’s just so much a part of who I am. I also generally get only compliments when I go out, or if people are upset about it, I’m not aware as I don’t even really pay much attention to disapproving judgements since it’s my life 😊
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  5680. Awww thank you so much Maia! I really appreciate your words so much. Can you believe the channel wi be 1 year old on the 21st of January? It feels both like an incredibly long time and short time. Thanks for following my growth and journey since the "earlier months" and I hope 2022 brings you prosperity, creativity, peace, joy (and sewing) 😊
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  5681. I'm so glad I could show something new to you! 😊 Flat lining is really cool honestly. It's fun to see it happening again and again in extants too from the era. I have a small personal antique garment collection and it can be very exciting to examine the sewing methods they used.
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  5682. Thank you Judy! I'm so scared of electric sewing machines (they're loud!), and I just find hand sewing so much more relaxing. Plus it's kind of fun to test one's patience 😂
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  5683. Thank you so much for the support Skirted Galleons 💕
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  5684. Indeed, bias cut fabric could be used for more stretch, but the reality is that fabric used to be woven without machines, and so every piece was precious. Which is why so many ancient Greek garments are zero waste and are just expertly gathered, draped, folded rectangles and squares, so I felt it would be highly unlikely that bias fabric would be used due to the waste it can create for one wrap, unless a very large batch of wraps was being made and cut out of a length of fabric.
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  5685. I’d recommend Vintagebursche 😊
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  5686. Thank you so much! Your project sounds so lovely! ❤️
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  5687. Please read my pinned comment.
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  5688. Thank you very much! 😊
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  5689. Yes lol belly dancing wouldn’t be ideal. Though could certainly be possible in regency short stays! 😂 I do mention in the video that Bridgerton is fiction, but the issue with the dramatic, inaccurate corset scenes is that people don’t see them as alternate history general speaking, and it continues to perpetuate the negative narrative surrounding corsetry, not leaving room for nuance.
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  5690. Thanks Paul! It did indeed get deleted. YouTube deletes a lot of comments sadly before I get a chance to see or respond to them. I appreciate the recommendations and I’ll have to check the brands out. I have really sensitive skin so I often can’t wear many different chemicals, but perhaps their products are more on the “natural” side.
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  5691. Thank you! At a secondhand store years ago :)
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  5692.  @18thcenturyfan  Oooo musicals like those are the best! what a great suggestion, thanks!
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  5693. Awww thank you!! Enjoy the channel 🥰
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  5694. Thank you! It's an heirloom from my Tatar grandmother 😊 I talk about it a little bit more in my antique jewellery tour video.
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  5695. No.
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  5696. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends changing a pad every 4-8 hours, so I think the solution would just be to have additional subligaculums or cloths ready to change them out if need be. I’m assuming if it’s within that window then there will be less UTI risk (though this isn’t medical advice and it’s best to speak to one’s own doctor). Wool also has natural antimicrobial properties which may or may not have an influence, and it’s an extremely breathable material, in a way that most disposable or even pre-sewn reusable pads are not.
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  5697. Thanks so much Olympia! 😊I'm really excited to share it with you all.
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  5698. Thank you Pati! I have been pomatum-ing and powdering it a lot lately, which makes styling it so much easier. You've got this! It can take a while to get a wardrobe that you're really happy with. So just take it one day at a time. I'm still working on mine too 😊
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  5699. Love his videos!! 😊
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  5700. Thank you!
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  5701. I've replied to this type of comment a bunch of times before, so I am copying and pasting a prior response here :) Also quite a few people who freebleed in the comments have given their experiences as well as what the process actually consists of (learning your cervical signals, etc.) I think it's important in life to keep an open mind. "Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video."
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  5702. Thank you!! It is super fascinating indeed 😊
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  5703. Thank you!
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  5704. Yeah! The carbon copy paper goes underneath and that leaves the marks from the pressure of the spikes of the wheel when it rolls ☺️
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  5705. Thank you! Cheers!
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  5706. Very cool! Thanks for sharing 😊 I hope that YouTube keeps this comment up as they often delete comments with links but just know that I’ve read it if it does get taken down
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  5707. Thank you 😊
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  5708. I’ve also read interviews though where they spoke about how historically accurate the underwear was in the show, implying it was meant to be quite historical. Regardless, I think even modern corsetry for daily wear can be quite comfortable according to the folks I know that wear it, so I still feel like it was unnecessary suffering that the actors had to endure
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  5709. Thanks so much!
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  5710. Hi barend faber, I'm so sorry that you're feeling like this. Please know that you matter to so many people, and though it may not feel like it right now, so many people care about you (even people you might not know of) and your life matters to so many too. You mentioned "dutch" so I am assuming you're in the Netherlands. There are many mental health professionals who want to help and support you and care about you. Please call 113 Zelfmoordpreventie at 0800-0113 which is a mental health support hotline that will be able to connect you with professionals who are there to help you.
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  5711. They’re the best! 😊
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  5712. Here's a similar recipe online :) https://thepastisaforeignpantry.com/2020/03/25/jowtes-in-almond-milk-14th-century/
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  5713. Thank you!! 💕
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  5714. Thank you!! I’m diagnosed with ADHD as well. It definitely added another layer of complexity to this challenge 😂
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  5715. Thank you Watson Melon! 😊 It looks so lovely on so many different garments.
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  5716. I have two how-to sewing tutorials at the moment, one for an 18th century petticoat and one for a Victorian apron. I have a playlist on my channel which is for hand sewing tutorials 😊
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  5717. I don't know what's going on with anything in this video lol. It's super old and I've changed a ton since I put it out. I also hardly sewed when I made this video. I'm planning to make an update one at some point.
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  5718. For which stitch?
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  5719. Hahaha that's awesome! It's great to see some male representation of corset-wearing since there isn't a ton of it on the internet (yet hopefully). And yes!! It is incredibly hug-like and does make one feel so confident too 😊
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  5720. Hahahaha! Where it gets real tricky is the era. In some eras I feel like men were required to wear far more clothing than women 😊
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  5721. Yeah I agree! Short stays with a shift under would have been more than enough
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  5722. Thank you! 🥰
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  5723. Thank you so much! I can proudly say the fit of my earliest garments was a serious work in progress – but that's natural with any skill for a long time until many hours of practice have been accumulated, so I'm proud of them too as they remind me of the hard work I've put in 😊
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  5724.  @thedayaftertomorrow5950  Great to know! I would recommend searching regularly on platforms like Depop, Vinted, eBay, Oxfam (online), as well as brick and mortar shops like charity stores, antique markets, vintage markets, estate sales (all sorts of things being sold for cheap at these). If doesn't even have to be true vintage, but just finding items that can mimick the cut or style could be very helpful. Also, don't be afraid of separates. If you find a waistcoat and trousers separately that you like, don't be afraid to mix and match 😊
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  5725.  @thedayaftertomorrow5950  my pleasure! Feel free to send me an email if you get stumped, then I can actually send you links haha.
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  5726. They’re definitely protective creatures, but that’s just their natural instinct too as we are so often within their territory
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  5727. Thank you!!
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  5728. I don’t ride, so I’m not sure honestly! Perhaps depending on the length and material? Something with a lighter weight fabric would mean a bit less bulk when riding 😊
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  5729. Lol very true. It does make for good headlines
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  5730. Thank you!! 🥰
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  5731. You should just go for it honestly. There’s a subreddit called TheCapeRevolution of a bunch of people who love cloaks and capes.
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  5732. Hehehehe 🙃
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  5733. Thank you so much! 🥰
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  5734. Thanks so much for watching 😄
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  5735. Thanks for watching 🥰
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  5736. Thank you so much Sua! Happy holidays! 😊🍓
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  5737. Thank you 😊
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  5738. I think that’s a wonderful idea!
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  5739. Whoa great find!
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  5740. Yay! Congrats on your first hand-sewn project :)
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  5741. Hehehe thank you 🥰
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  5742. Thank you so much!
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  5743. Aww thanks so much Regina! I really appreciate it! My wardrobe has changed so much now already in just a year, it’s always a work in progress haha. I wish you all the best on your own historical fashion/historical inspired journey!
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  5744. It’s true! Thanks for the constructive feedback. I’ll definitely leave them on the screen for longer in the future. For now the links to all the images are in the description box 😊
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  5745. Thank you for confirming this! This is how I have felt as well, but a lot of people are quite bothered by the fact I used hay and not straw. Even though straw would likely have been a more comfortable option, so really I was just trying the experiment at the hardest level haha.
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  5746. Oilskin! I have a video on it.
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  5747. That’s great oiling your ends has helped! For me, it always weighs my hair down so much that I can’t 😊
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  5748. Thank you 😊
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  5749. I’ve done a video on ancient menstruation and it worked super well ☺️
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  5750. I actually slept on the bed, why would I lie? That’s what I look like when I wake up 😂 You’re very welcome to make a video like this yourself.
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  5751. Thank you so much! :)
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  5752. Thank you! Happy Halloween/All Hallow’s Eve/Samhain as well 😊
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  5753. All of your plans sound super fun! 😊 There’s something really special about making a daily wear wardrobe.
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  5754. A lot of people (and cultures) historically were super progressive too! There were so many matriarchal societies (especially outside of the West) for instance. I think being progressive and enjoying things from history can very much go hand-in-hand.
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  5755. Perhaps I should have said they don’t get spoken about accurately. When you look at recipes available, the historical fashion represented in film and television, it’s the middle and upper classes, or more often than not the wealthiest of society. If the poor are represented, it can be done very inaccurately. I say this as someone that grew up lower income.
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  5756. Thanks so much! Welcome to the channel
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  5757. I’m proud of you! It takes courage to do what makes you happy.
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  5758. I meant to say Nylon as it’s what I was thinking of but couldn’t quite get the right words out during the interview 😂 thank you for pointing this out though!
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  5759. These ones are just drawers which are slightly more on the “modern” side as they’re closed crotch. I sometimes wear these to sleep in, but I threw them on for the cartwheel for privacy lol.
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  5760. I’m glad you appreciated it! 😂🥰
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  5761. Oooo sounds like such a lovely idea!
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  5762. That is the great debate! 😂 my personal cut off point is about 1920s or 30s. But different people will have different cut off points 😊
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  5763. Thanks for watching!
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  5764. Thank you so much Karin ❤
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  5765. Thank you!! 😊 this video feels like so long ago now! 😅
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  5766. This is a great point! It’s natural to feel a bit different every day, so it would only make sense that clothing and self expression would follow 😊
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  5767. Thank you so much! 😊 the song is called “Folklore” by Ardie Son
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  5768. Thank you 🥰🥰🥰
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  5769. I’ve used flax gel for about 4 years now, similar to the recipe she teaches but don’t use any other of her methods as I wash my hair with raw egg and an apple cider vinegar rinse every two weeks generally 😊 her videos are amazing though 💕
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  5770. Hi! Thank you! It really depends on which region of fashion you’re looking for. For British (and some Celtic) workwear, there’s a great book called “Making Working Women’s Costume” by Elizabeth Friendship. If you’re looking more for regional or ethnic dress, which is what many people outside of Great Britain wore, it would probably be easiest to find resources in whatever the dominant language is for that region. Sadly there are few working wear “everyday person” resources when compared with “wealthy people” resources, because many garments of the everyday person have not survived due to how much they were worn, refashioned, altered, etc. I’d also recommend looking into wrappers, as many working class individuals wore them at least in Britain. It’s what I’m wearing in this video (the purple dress). I used a pattern by Laughing Moon (no. 118) to make mine.
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  5771. Hahaha what perfect timing! Thanks so much for watching 🥰
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  5772. Thank you so much Suzanne! The colours have an oddly similar undertone to them, which I wasn’t expecting when I initially selected them, but it was a happy surprise 😊 happy sewing if you do decide to make some type of hat!
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  5773. Thank you!! 😊
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  5774. Thanks so much Bella! 🥰🥰🥰
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  5775. Hehehehe yes 🥰
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  5776. I highly disagree, and so would many therapists who are also practicing Buddhism. The point of Buddhism isn’t for it to be yet another dogmatic and controlling religion. Getting support from a professional is one of the most loving and self compassionate things a person can do. Look into somatic experiencing therapy and you’ll see just how many things overlap with Buddhism.
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  5777. Oooo amazing! Happy early birthday 😊 I hope your gown-making endeavours go well! 🥰
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  5778. Thanks so much Juli! The boning method is one used a lot in Victorian garments, as many bodices and gowns were fully boned using just very flexible baleen typically, just to offer up some more structure and support to the garments 😊 I highly recommend the method as it helps everything just be a little more put in place.
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  5779. Thanks for your interest, but I don’t. I have a small sale (only 4) of custom, hand-stitched Ancient Greek chitons right now but since I don’t use a sewing machine, commissions don’t make sense for me from a financial perspective.
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  5780. Thank you!! I haven’t sung live in a few years because all the global big events that happened (wording it like this so my reply doesn’t get flagged) and I stepped away from music for some time as well to work on other things. I did used to wear historical things to gigs though when it crossed over with the earlier days of wearing historical fashion daily. I plan to wear them too to future events (I hope to do a tour next year but we’ll see) since they’re just my usual clothes
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  5781. I personally don’t feel I’d enjoy dressing like this if I didn’t have the choice to. And so I think being able to choose what we want to wear is the most important because then it allows us to empower ourselves with clothing that makes us feel authentic etc. Thanks for the compliments!
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  5782. yep! basically
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  5783. Have you considered starting with historybounding or implementing little historical elements to begin with? Growing a historical wardrobe honestly takes a lot of time. But if you evaluate it at cost per wear, it is actually really affordable because garments can be repaired and altered for a lifetime, the initial overhead cost can just be very expensive.
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  5784.  @haileyhorton625  I see! A great option could be to start to implement ruffle blouses along with the skirts, sort of like an 1890s or later Victorian style. You can find lots of affordable "historically-inspired" blouses at thrift shops. Also straw hats is a great way, especially for later Victorian. I will be making a video about this in the near future 😊
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  5785. Thank you very much Rara! Rest well too, and I hope that your hands can have some rest 😊
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  5786. Have a lovely day! 🥰
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  5787. Yay! So glad to hear it 😊
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  5788. No they are young leeks. I know of the farm directly that grows them ☺️
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  5789. It won’t! They sit on their sides. But Gabby in the comments mentioned how you can use this method for knife pleats too which will be flat
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  5790. So cool! Thank you for the information and the compliments! ☺️
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  5791.  @powpow9560  obviously 😂
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  5792.  @powpow9560  if you go to my channel page, my banner says “wearing historical fashion daily” and I talk about it in many videos.
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  5793. Oooooo this sounds fun!
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  5794. Is it though? Non-binary and trans people have existed all throughout the past. We actually don’t know how these individuals identified historically outside of the Christian world.
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  5795. Hahaha thank you! I had to look them up as I wasn't familiar.
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  5796. Thanks so much! I commissioned a very talented friend of mine to knit it, but it’s based off the pattern in The Victorian Dressmaker Volume 2 😊
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  5797. Because there are no plastic layers in the cloths, they breathe far better than most of the reusable or disposable period options on the market (pads, reusable pads, modern period underwear, etc.) The smell is significantly less in my experience (and I have a lot of it considering I wear historical period options regularly). Additionally, wool has natural antimicrobial properties. This is my experience but it may be different for other people. I started this experiment at nearly one-thirty in the day, so I had it on for about 9 hours, not the full day. The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists recommends changing pads every 4-8 hours, so I was just over that window. The solution could be to just have additional subligaculums and change it more often.
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  5798. Thank you!
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  5799. Thank you for the concern but I regularly have my iron levels checked. My mental health issues have been since I was 11 years old, and are dramatically better now after my therapy treatment. Correlation does not equal causation.
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  5800. So glad you could learn about a new fabric! 💕
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  5801. Thanks so much Catherine! So glad you like the video 😊
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  5802. That’s so awesome! Picking an era is so hard lol 😂 I’m glad this video has been so helpful!
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  5803.  @awesomegames114  we live on separate continents, so it’d be a bit tough
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  5804. You could perhaps do some historybounding? It’s wearing different degrees of more “modern” clothes with historical touches or inspiration 🥰
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  5805. Thank you! 🥰
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  5806. I was assessed during my ADHD assessment but they determined I’m not autistic ☺️ just a lot of other neurodivergence. Therapy has been doing the trick for me now that I have the right therapy and therapist for c-PTSD I’m happy to say!
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  5807. Thank you!! 🥰
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  5808. Thanks for letting me know! That’s super strange, there shouldn’t be one every minute.
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  5809.  @nian60  thanks for that! It’s very much appreciated 😊
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  5810. Sure thing! I generally bring as little as possible and as much as I can mix and match. You have to wash outer garments a lot less than you would modern clothes but you wash undergarments very often, so for a week trip, I’ll take maybe 4-5 shifts, 1 corset, 5 pairs of stockings (different weights for different weather conditions) and then 2 corset covers/combinations, a set of whatever padding I’m wearing, 1 petticoat (2 if it’s a winter destination) and then I’d maybe bring 3 skirts and bodices/blouses or 3 dresses. I also bring night gowns of course. So in the end it doesn’t end up being that much because I’d be wearing my one petticoat and my one corset/all my padding to the trip since it’s my daily wear, and the rest that gets packed away isn’t too, too bulky 😁
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  5811. Enjoy!!
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  5812. Thank you, Beatrice! Making these videos is a huge passion for me, so I absolutely love putting them together for you all ❤️
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  5813. Hi Valeri, Thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed the video 🥰
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  5814. Indeed! I’m wheat sensitive, hence why I can eat wheat. I’m not exactly sure what compound in wheat I’m sensitive to though as some things, like de-glutenised wheat, don’t impact me.
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  5815. Thank you 🥰
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  5816.  @femalism1715  Did you completely forget about intersex people? Around 1.7% of the population is born with intersex traits.
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  5817.  @ericalarochelle3779  thanks Erica!
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  5818.  @raraavis7782  I know, it’s all so scary. I’m so sorry it’s all happening again too 😞
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  5819. Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰
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  5820. I also think it’d be great for more recent 21st c vintage 😊
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  5821. I don’t see it 🤣
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  5822. The material description on the MET website says “straw” and I’m guessing they likely tested the material to determine that 😊
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  5823. Same here! When I wore modern clothes I hated bras, but somehow now love the corset 🤣
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  5824. Thank you Jay!
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  5825. So glad you love the series! I have many more episodes planned 🥰
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  5826. Thank you 😊
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  5827. My pleasure!
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  5828. Awww amazing!! Happy sewing 😊 I’m sure you’ll love it!
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  5829. "The bourgeoisie (/ˌbʊərʒwɑːˈziː/ BOOR-zhwah-ZEE, French: [buʁʒwazi]) are a class of business owners, merchants and wealthy people, in general, which emerged in the Late Middle Ages, originally as a "middle class" between the peasantry and aristocracy." https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bourgeoisie
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  5830. I eat all organic food and am based in Europe, so it is more likely to be a wheat sensitivity. I do remember being far more sensitive to the wheat in the US though than in Europe, potentially due to glyphosate sensitivity, but it'd be hard to say. I haven't consumed US wheat in 14 years.
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  5831. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  5832. So glad it’s helpful and clear 😊
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  5833. It’s very cosy 🥰
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  5834. Thank you! It's a mid-1800s working class Victorian wrapper
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  5835. Thank you so so much!
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  5836. Yes definitely! I say that at some point in the video.
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  5837. Thank you so much Carolyn! I’m so glad you enjoyed the video and got so much out of it. I think you’ll love Lilja’s channel 🥰
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  5838. Is it? Comfortable, breathable clothing that can be mended and repaired and can last for decades upon decades has been a desire and priority for all classes of people since the beginning of time.
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  5839. Great tips Ariane, thanks 😊
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  5840.  @SingingSealRiana  hahaha I have had similar ones so I very much may or may not believe you 😂
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  5841. He’s a very good boy 😂
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  5842. So glad you enjoyed the video! 🥰
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  5843. I'm happy this has been your experience! Not everyone will have the same experience as you, and that's okay too. It doesn't invalidate either experience. Have a nice day!
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  5844. Thanks so much! They’re in the description box of the video 😊
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  5845. Love this 😊
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  5846. Thank you so much!
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  5847. They were feeling really hot!
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  5848. Pardon?
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  5849. Thanks so much Jessica 😊💕
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  5850. @GloriaTheAnimator yes exactly :)
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  5851. It was more common amongst rural Victorians, according to the historian I reference.
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  5852. That’s amazing! Happy smocking 😄
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  5853. Thank you 😊
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  5854. Aww thank you! 😊 glad you’re here!
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  5855. Thank you! These are mainly British/American, but there is a lot of European influence as well, and European/British fashions influenced Russian aristocracy, however there are over 100 ethnic minority groups in Russia that all have their own unique form of folk fashion (I’m a Tatar for example, and our fashion looks very different than what was happening in Britain, minus a bit of influence here and there). Hopefully that helps!
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  5856. Don’t watch the channel then 🥰 have a nice day!
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  5857. Thanks so much Suzanne! I believe it was you in the skirt construction video who asked to see the dress spinning, so that's specifically why I got that shot for this video 😊I might be getting some detail here wrong as it was a while ago and a lot has happened in December haha. The tree is old-growth so I'm guessing quite old and someone in the 1860s could very well have stood by it! Quite amazing to think about.
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  5858. Wow!! I bet it was AMAZING
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  5859. The recipes are from copyrighted books, so I felt it would be unethical to give them away as I’d rather people go and support the independent authors who worked hard on their books. Part of why I included the recipe names on-screen, however, is so that people could Google them and perhaps there may be some other interpretations of the original recipes for free online. There is certainly one for Jowtes for instance.
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  5860. Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  5861. Welcome to the channel! You just clean 😅 I do everything in my historical garments that I would in modern garments. I wear a lot of working class clothes these days too.
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  5862. My pleasure! Thanks for your lovely comment 😊
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  5863. Thank you Mel! I greatly appreciate your kind comment 😊
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  5864. Thank you! 😊 I hope it helps tonnes of people.
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  5865. Thank you Jody! 😊
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  5866. Glad you enjoyed it!
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  5867. It's called Eldensvampbildning by Blackbard
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  5868. Thank you very much, Amber! I'm so happy that you enjoyed the video. Happy sewing as well 😊
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  5869. Hahaha thank you very much! I love your channel name 😊
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  5870. Thank you! I don’t wear shoes in the house due to cultural reasons, so they weren’t a part of it 😅
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  5871. Could very well be! It does kind of feel 1890s to me though especially with the height of the renaissance revival fashion and architecture.
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  5872. Yay!! It’s such a useful one honestly. 18th century dressmakers were on to something haha
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  5873. Hi! This will depend greatly on your body, the corset type, and also how it’s made by the corsetiere. My corsetiere asked me how much reduction to aim for, and did so for the pattern. I only wanted one or two inches reduction, and because I don’t squish much, the corset actually tends to even add bulk to my waist. I’d say that if your goal isn’t to tight lace then a couple of inches is generally a good balance, but also if the corset fits well, it shouldn’t be uncomfortable regardless of the reduction.
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  5874. Yes!!
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  5875. It’s Jowtes 🥰 There are some recipes available for free online for it which have very similar ingredients 😊
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  5876. I get mine made by TheBoudoirKey but she’s booked up until next year I believe!
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  5877. Thank you very much Suzanne! That's a great practice to get into, and one that is very motivating and inspiring I'm sure. I think sometimes it feels like progress isn't being made, so having that original reference point serves as an incredible reminder.
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  5878. Thanks so much! Ahhh that sounds lovely, you’ve got this 🥰
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  5879. Hope you enjoy it! 😊
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  5880. Thanks so much for sharing your stories and experience with oilskin! I agree that what makes it superior to synthetic alternatives is the fact it still remains breathable. Allows you to get through those big down pours and not feel like clothes are suffocating you lol
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  5881. Historical 😊
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  5882. Haha well done! I’m so glad you had a fun time playing the game 🥰
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  5883. I'm so glad you enjoyed the video! Well done on weaving your first sampler, I'm sure it's been very fulfilling 😊
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  5884. And I’d be consuming even more if I supported the mainstream garment industry that neglects its garment workers and more. I can’t control the environment I was born into, but I can make day to day choices to reduce my environmental impact. So I make slow fashion, I grow a lot of food, I eat organic and local, I use organic cosmetics made by small companies, I take public transport whenever I can. No one is perfect and many of us are just trying to do their best and that’s enough 😊
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  5885. Thanks so much for watching Becca! I’m really glad you’ve enjoyed this collab so much 🥰
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  5886. Thank you so much for sharing your experiences and story. I’m so sorry that everything has been so immensely painful and full of grief since August 2022. I hope that you continue to have those moments of peace and small lights and that they increase in number too. You are deeply cared about! Your ancestors are always holding you.
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  5887. Thank you!! They’re wonderful little things 😊
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  5888. It's not a word that relates to an allergy. Please do accurate research before leaving comments on videos. https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/fodmap-diet-what-you-need-to-know
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  5889. Why would I bother faking a video like this? 😂
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  5890. Precisely!
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  5891. It's perfectly natural for a person not to want a knife near their mouth. Would you want a knife near your mouth?
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  5892. I don't actually! 😅 I don't watch many historical dramas. I watch a lot more documentaries.
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  5893. lol exactly what I was thinking during the week 😂
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  5894. Thank you so much! It’s information I often want to know when I watch other people construct garments, so I assume people might want to know when I sew things too! 🥰
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  5895. Thank you 😊
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  5896. Hahaha yes, knotting definitely would have been frowned down upon 😂 I sometimes use knots, and sometimes don't. Sometimes I use a combination of a knot and also back stitches because I feel it is extra secure and there's nothing worse than a seam popping on a hand sewn garment! Thank you very much, I haven't had much time for reading lately, other than resources for videos, but hopefully more reading to come! I hope you are well 😊
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  5897. That’s a great idea! There are some super cute ones made by Vogue sewing patterns 😊
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  5898. There are many ways to practice Buddhism and it’s very much a spectrum. Primarily, as well, with modern Buddhism monastics wear traditional Buddhist clothing. I feel more drawn to wearing either working class British clothing or Kazan Tatar clothing. I also feel that Buddhism is a part of me but it isn’t my entire identity. Humans are complex and we contain multitudes 😊
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  5899. There’s actually no real one set way to practice Buddhism. My rimpoche used to always say “just focus on living a life of compassion and love and you’re practicing Buddhism.” And it’s true. Buddhism is also non-theistic (and in some cases poly-theistic) so you are allowed to be any other religion you want or have any other beliefs that you want to and it doesn’t go against Buddhism. I would say Buddhism is more so a set of spiritual guidelines than it is a religion in the traditional sense of the word. Additionally, focusing on one’s appearance and feeling good about yourself can often fill up your own cup and be a form of self care, in particular when done with intention, and when your own cup is full, you are able to be even more compassionate and loving towards others.
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  5900. I should also add, this channel is about so much more than appearances. I strive to create a platform that holds space for people of other cultures to share about history of fashion, and discuss some of the big issues that have impacted various cultures (and perhaps still are today). Fashion is one of the most direct ways we can connect with our ancestors and the people that came before us, as the majority of people in history have worn clothing in one form or another. I also encourage people through this channel to discover and embrace their authentic selves, and gain the confidence to do so in any way they see fit (as long as it isn’t hurting others). I encourage others to connect with their clothing (and beyond that the things they use day to day like food or household objects) and perhaps to get curious about their origins and how it might impact this earth. And finally, I regularly work to normalise and speak about mental health related topics.
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  5901. That definitely can make it more tricky! I started wearing historical fashion before I started sewing (I started sewing almost 2 years ago now) and I found that wearing historybounding was a great way to accommodate for not being able to make my own things, and just finding some pieces that really felt like me. Also for vintage, it's possible to find very wearable 1940s and 50s garments for good prices on sites like eBay
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  5902. Thank you! It is indeed linen
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  5903. Thank you! I recommend Vintagebursche
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  5904. Thank you very much!
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  5905. Takk Lilja! ❤️❤️❤️🥰🥰🥰
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  5906. This is a very good question indeed
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  5907. Thank you very much!
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  5908. Love you so much ❤️❤️❤️
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  5909. Thanks so much Laura!
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  5910. Thank you so much!
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  5911.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thank you Catherine 😊
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  5912.  @carolyng5235  ah that’s so wonderful to hear! Thanks for your feedback on how the tutorial was to follow. It’s hard to know if it will make sense for others during the filming process, so it’s very nice to have this confirmed 😊
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  5913. Thanks so much Savina! I really appreciate you sharing your own experience with a you-made wardrobe 🥰
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  5914. Hello! Thanks for being here! If you have a larger budget, Tom van het Hof is one of the best historical tailors around. Darcy Clothing also makes great ready to wear historical pieces.
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  5915. Yes indeed, I meant that it isn’t freezing figuratively 😊 as in, doesn’t feel as freezing to me as say -30 (a relatively tolerable temperature at -7 degrees as far as cold goes)
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  5916. Thank you James!!
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  5917. Definitely! At the end of the day, the whole point of this is to develop a style that brings you joy. Accessories are absolutely a wonderful way to get to that point 🥰
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  5918. I’m so glad!
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  5919. Thank you so much!! Welcome to the channel ☺️
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  5920. There was olive oil in almost every recipe :) there was also cheese in many of the recipes as well, I just chose recipes that would bring some more variety.
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  5921. Thank you Mel! 🥰
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  5922. I generally try not to doubt anyone experience, as that’s the last thing this already difficult world needs. We need more understanding.
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  5923. Thank you so much!
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  5924. How special! Sounds very classic 1920s! 😊 thanks for sharing. 1920s fashion in the west was incredibly well suited as maternity wear.
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  5925. Hahaha thank you!
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  5926. I love this and can definitely relate! I’m sorry that the holidays are difficult for you too
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  5927. I have an ancient Roman menstruation video already.
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  5928. Thank you!!
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  5929. Thank you! I can imagine hand quilting is so time consuming, but very satisfying!
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  5930. Thank you 😊
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  5931. Yes! It's an interesting part of the internet 😂
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  5932. Thank you!!
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  5933. Awww I’m so glad this is helpful! 🥰 I think it’s one of those skills that is just super confusing because the internet lacks direct instruction on certain methods, and for each pattern and body, the steps of alteration are so different
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  5934. Thank you so much for watching! 😊
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  5935. I believe the others didn’t have side views in the museum archives 😊
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  5936.  @owo6153  I used Laughing Moon no.118 to make my wrapper ☺️
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  5937. Hi, thanks for your comment. The Vikings did eat oat porridge according to the National Museum of Denmark: https://en.natmus.dk/historical-knowledge/denmark/prehistoric-period-until-1050-ad/the-viking-age/food/bread-and-porridge/#:~:text=The%20Vikings%20had%20several%20options,especially%20that%20of%20the%20poor. I mention in the video that this is a week of trying out different Norse/Viking recipes, not a perfect representation of what the entire meal time would have been like, and likewise I wouldn’t have the time in just a week to try the full variety of recipes they may have consumed. There’s no alcohol because I don’t drink. These videos aren’t meant to be a perfect reflection of life at the time, rather a fun exploration of some recipes from the time by looking into a cookbook and seeing which recipes felt doable but also stood out to me. Most of them come from An Early Meal, which is a heavily researched book about Norse food.
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  5938. It’ll be happening! 🥰
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  5939. Goodluck on your set! 😊
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  5940. It didn’t. No more than a pad can.
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  5941. Glad it ended up working! 😊
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  5942. Me too lol
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  5943. Aside from the bust lift related to the period (which could have been produced with short stays just as well), the corsets weren’t necessary.
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  5944. Practicing them or a tutorial demonstrating them? 😊
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  5945. Thank you! 😊
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  5946. Thank you very much!
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  5947. Thank you!
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  5948. Thank you very much Summer!
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  5949. Hahaha I’m so glad 🤣
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  5950. Thank you!!
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  5951. My pleasure! Hope it was a helpful video.
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  5952. Hi Sabrina! Thank you very much. Both riding habits were made from Reconstructing History patterns. The second (blue and gold) riding habit waistcoat, however, is modified, but everything else is the same. The last gown has such an interesting colour of silk! It was one of the first replica garments I bought when I first started wearing historical fasion before I learned to sew (I didn't sew it 😊).
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  5953. Thank you so much Judith! 😊
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  5954. That's the plan! :)
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  5955. Quite the opposite! It was nearing on being too much.
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  5956. Definitely an 18th c. waistcoat!
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  5957. Thanks so much Watson Melon! I hope the stitch comes in handy 😊
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  5958. The weirdest mashup ever hahaha 🤣
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  5959. A significant amount of Northern Europe does not have air conditioning. Versus in the US where air conditioning is extremely common.
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  5960. Thank you 😊
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  5961. Thank you so much!! Looking forward to seeing your Irish fashion as well 😊
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  5962. Thank you for your feedback! I speak about these issues quite regularly on my channel in other videos. I’m a woman and Indigenous (Volga Tatar), so I know that my ancestors went through tremendously difficult things. I speak very regularly about the fact that I don’t wish to live in the past, but that there are things we can learn from the past (both what to carry forward and what to never repeat). Historical fashion and reconstruction is very important because it allows us to have deeper connections with our ancestors, as well as not lose important and valuable skills that our ancestors used for hundreds, if not thousands of years. A couple examples just off the top of my head of videos where deeper historical context is discussed include the ancient Roman menstruation video, the interview with a Cree dressmaker, and quite a few others that I can’t think of right now as I have quite a big backlog of content. Kind regards!
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  5963. They’d be so cute!
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  5964. Lol welcome to the channel! I hope the video has been helpful 😊
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  5965. Well done! That’s amazing! Thanks for watching too 😊
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  5966. Was she Central Asian? 😅
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  5967. Ahhh thanks Jae! On both accounts 😊
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  5968.  @feezlfuzzl564  ah thank you very much! It’s important to be encouraging to one another, especially when it comes to art and creative outlet 😊
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  5969. Thanks! I recognise that it is a verb, but the recipes I reference are specifically from a cookbook called "An Early Meal" which are recipes from Viking Age Scandinavia. Therefore, this video is a Viking Age food week.
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  5970.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  that would be super useful indeed! I actually had natural dreadlocks for about 5 years and I cut them off over two years ago, so this has been me growing out my hair! Haha. They were insanely long and became overwhelmingly heavy, so they had to go. Plus in general I didn’t relate to them much anymore, as I initially had them when I lived in my car and didn’t have the facilities to constantly focus on my hair, which can be hard to maintain, so they were a convenient hairstyle. I’m hoping to keep growing my hair longer and so far progress is happening. I have indeed! Not in a while though but I think I would pair ACV with baking soda at some point in my teenage years. Those feel like forever ago 😂
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  5971.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  oh I was referring to if someone summarised research on their findings about ACV, how useful that would be haha. I should have been a bit more specific!
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  5972. Awww thank you Jae! 😊
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  5973. It depends on how late the hay is harvested. When hay is harvested late, most of the seed is dropped. People would have truly used whatever was available in their area. Additionally, it got changed every 1-3 months.
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  5974. Thank you so much!! 😊 I’m so glad I found that thing on eBay haha
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  5975. I just do quite heavy depth of colour with the grading because I’m shooting into clog2 and I love stylised creative looks. Luckily colourgrading is subjective 😊 also if you have a blue light filtre etc on your electronics, it can greatly change the way the accurate colour looks.
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  5976. Thank you so much for your kind words! What aspect of setting gores by hand feels difficult?
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  5977. My pleasure! So glad this'll work better for you!
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  5978. Thank you! I’m glad you enjoyed 😊
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  5979. Thank you so much! I'm really glad you love it 🥰
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  5980. I believe there may have been some porridge (I’m not certain actually though) but the books had many recipes, so I wanted to choose some more unexpected ones for the week. I don’t really care much for porridge as well! 😅
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  5981. Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it 😊
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  5982. Thanks so much! I’m glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  5983. Thank you 🥰
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  5984. Thank you! 😊
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  5985. That’s a really wonderful tip out of the 1920s sewing book, Thank you! Yes, unfortunately this method does indeed require a dress form, or a patient and willing friend. I hope there are some other solutions at some point to even hems that work well over padding and other structural garments
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  5986. I’m sorry to hear this :( I have a copyright claim on my music channel as well, for one of my own songs. It’s very annoying lol.
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  5987. Thanks for all the great tips!
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  5988. Glad you enjoyed the video! He’s Lilja’s pet 😅😂
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  5989. Thank you so much! 😊
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  5990. My clothes are usually pretty seasonal, so there will generally be 4 or so sets of things that I wear for each season and with regards to undergarments, I’ll just wear them until it’s time for them to be cleaned. I can usually tell just through intuition. Smell also helps haha
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  5991. Thank you so much! I hope you and your loved ones are all well too 🥰
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  5992. That’s a great suggestion! Especially for actors that act in period films a lot
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  5993. 😊
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  5994. Thank you! It’s a space issue which is why I often can’t show the entire full garment. You need a really long stretch of space to do so, and I don’t have that most of the time, in particular not one that wouldn’t reveal too much about my location (which I’m not comfortable with due to privacy).
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  5995.  @EXO-L45  I suppose though in a general sense, like with regards to medical in most of the Western world, it's difficult to die now from things like the common cold, etc. And there are far more treatments for diseases that used to cause severe harm to people even just 20 years ago. So that's why I personally feel it has improved for many, but there's no doubt for some it likely has gotten worse over time.
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  5996. Thanks so much! This video is from a year ago now, so I’m just about to release a round up of my second year sewing 😊
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  5997. Thanks Rachel! Definitely historical garments don’t have to wait until after starting a family, etc. It’s kind of magical how versatile they are! I’m glad this video has been so helpful 😊
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  5998. Thank you 😊
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  5999. Glad to hear it, Andrea! I have a video on finding fabrics on my channel (it's titled something like "Save £ Shopping for Historical Fabrics", but to summarise it, some of my favourite places in the UK are AmoThreads (very cheap prices, but you'll have to check back regularly because it's deadstock and always changes) and checking for remnants and seconds on Etsy along with eBay. Fancy Styles Fabric is US-based and they used to have a weekly live stream show on Instagram where they'd sell many remnants of silk for cheap prices but it has since been halted. It's meant to start up again soon. Because of their discounts, the prices tend to work themselves out even with shipping and customs. I also regularly check the sales of Top Fabrics UK, as well as the Europe-based company Nehelenia Patterns. The final place I can recommend is UK-based historical costuming Facebook groups. People are very often selling their unwanted fabrics for great prices. Facebook Marketplace also sometimes has individuals selling off their fabric stashes. I managed to buy a large quantity of wools and linens in this way about a year ago, all for around £100. Hope this helps!
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  6000. Thank you so much! I definitely plan to wear it to anything fancy, and perhaps some day wear in the autumn too! 😊
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  6001. There were short stays and even longer ones too. But yeah, definitely pretty tricky to tight lace
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  6002. Thank you Jae!! 💕 I just couldn't set it aside without getting the sleeves right. It just had to be done, even if it was a massive redirection 😂 Can't wait for you to see the whole thing!
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  6003. Thank you 😊
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  6004. Hey!! Thank you so much! 😊🙏🏻 I really appreciate it!
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  6005. Thank you so much Kass!
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  6006. Yep!! Doesn’t fall for me :)
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  6007. Thank you! Glad you enjoyed 🥰
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  6008. Thanks for watching! This is a very good question. I’d say because the stitches are quite small and close together, they’re actually very strong and sturdy
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  6009. They’re very much a no math option, so it really depends on your fabric and also how tight or dense you want to space the cartridges. You can add quite a bit more width to them just by spacing them out more. So there’s no real equation, which is considered part of their charm! A lot of pleats as well were made by eye historically, so I think that’s why these too don’t really have a calculation. Also, the thicker your fabric is, the less fabric you’ll need to cartridge pleat. A bulky wool will behave much differently than a thin silk will.
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  6010. Something kind of similar happened to me, but on the Google AdSense side, and unfortunately neither Google nor YouTube have been helpful at all. It sucks that Act Man was also victim to an incredibly flawed system where it's supremely difficult to speak to anyone that can actually create a solution.
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  6011. Your comment is super useful, as it is kind and encouraging, so I really appreciate it 😊 The best of luck with your corset wearing journey!
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  6012. This is Viking fashion.
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  6013. Thanks so much Jae! Smock it up!!
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  6014. I’m glad you liked the video Alicia! That’s a very interesting point, and that could very well be, since tailoring is such a unique and different skill from other types of sewing. Thanks for your comment 😊
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  6015.  @Mark-hf6uf  My pleasure! The more info out there on this topic, the merrier!
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  6016. I normally have owned one my entire life but didn’t have access to one at the point of filming the video.
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  6017.  @2enigma8  thanks as well for sharing your thoughts Tracy! 😊
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  6018.  @selensoycan8378  sadly, no! My grandmother speaks it but my mother’s generation didn’t learn it 😞 I’m learning Tatar now slowly but surely. I grew up speaking Russian (and still speak Russian now).
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  6019. Hahahaha it’s definitely a great quote 😂
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  6020. I'd love to but we don't have a line at the moment! In the near future 😊
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  6021. They’re in copyrighted books which I’ve placed in the description! You may be able to find an alternate Jowtes recipe online somewhere though for free 😊
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  6022. Thanks for watching!
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  6023. Thank you!! :)
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  6024. They’re a fabulous garment!
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  6025. Thanks for watching! So glad you enjoyed the video 😊
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  6026. How sweet! It sure has. People always love to reference past styles 😊
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  6027. Happy holidays :)
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  6028. thank you :)
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  6029. Don't be so quick to judge. I grew up lower income and was even homeless when I was 18. I'm also a mixed race Indigenous woman (I'm wearing my Indigenous dress in the intro scene) and until a few weeks ago, I was living paycheck to paycheck. Take care!
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  6030. Gingham and patterned fabrics in general (like strips, etc.) can definitely make it even easier! 😊
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  6031. Thanks so much for watching! Her work is truly stunning 🥰
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  6032. And that’s totally okay! I’d say probably all of mine are too. I guess life is one big work in progress anyways 😊
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  6033. Thank you! ❤️
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  6034. I wear Victorian (mostly working class) clothing though 😂
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  6035. Understitching is a modern sewing technique and you don’t see it in historical fashion because garments aren’t lined in the same way. They aren’t bag lined.
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  6036. It would yes, but you’ll want to let it hang unhemmed on the dress form for a few days-1 week before hemming as it needs time to stretch out.
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  6037. 🥰🥰
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  6038. Thank you so much! You totally should! It’s a fairly easy make aside from being time consuming 😅
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  6039. Thank you so much! Welcome to the channel 🥰
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  6040. it’s extremely heavy to hand hold a cinema camera and having to extend out my arms whilst I’m doing the vlogging shots wouldn’t be possible. A wide angle lens plus having to hand hold a camera not designed for vlogging equals close shots.
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  6041. Hope you enjoy!
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  6042. I understand the sentiment of this statement greatly, and believe family is what you make it/who you choose to be family. There is, however, a draw for some people to have connections with their ancestral lineages, which is the case for me here. Additionally, some people have experienced extreme neglect by the people who raised them, even if they aren't biological, so in that sense sometimes people want to distance from even the "parents" who raised them. I'd go a step further and say parents/family are who you choose to be in that role, not who raised you, nor biological 😊
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  6043. Glad you enjoyed the video!
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  6044. Thank you!! 😊 some mossy stairs were a must!
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  6045.  @AmyEugene  I’m nearly 26, so I too remember using a phone. I didn’t have a cell phone until I was about a teenager as they were so new. So I also remember it being a pound and number sign. I just chose to name it the hashtag dress because it makes it feel even more absurd and creates the connection with the present day.
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  6046. So glad you like them 😊
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  6047. Enjoy your week! 😊
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  6048. Thank you Renata! 🥰
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  6049. Glad you enjoyed the stitch/technique! It was really commonly used around the 18th century, but then mostly disappears from what I can tell by the 19th century, so I’m guessing that’s why it wasn’t as commonly taught by the 20th century 😊
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  6050. Nothing quite like a lush, alive, green carpet to walk down! 😂
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  6051. Thank you! 🥰
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  6052. wheat was actually a lot less common historically than people think. It was a very difficult crop to grow historically. I can eat rye, oats, barley, etc. so historical food challenges still work very well.
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  6053. So true! Lol. I’m sure there must be more of us out there.
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  6054. Thank you so much! 😊
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  6055. That’s okay! It’s definitely a very unfair system sometimes 😞
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  6056. Such a great tip, thank you! It’s great how transferable some skills are from one medium to another 😊
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  6057. I know!! It's so sad to imagine how many textiles have been lost to moths over the centuries 😔 Thank you for sharing your methods! I use the freezer trick sometimes, but my freezer is too small to fit big historical garments (and I'm guessing a lot of peoples' freezers are too small for bigger articles of clothing). But I've found that a steamer does the same trick and can simultaneously remove wrinkles, which is great.
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  6058. I have a video on my channel on how I clean my historical clothes 😊
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  6059. Thanks so much Alydarful! I'm really pleased with the combination honestly. I wasn't completely sure what to expect, but the two shades somehow complement one another so well.
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  6060. There will be a new one out on Friday the 13th! Thanks for watching ☺️
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  6061. Thank you so much! I’m sure your doll bonnet turned out lovely
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  6062. You’re very welcome! Thanks for watching 😊
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  6064. Thanks so much Emily! And thanks for sharing you lack of wearing pants! 😂 that entire part of the comment made me giggle 😊
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  6065. I have been assessed, when I got my ADHD assessment, however, the psychologists determined I’m not autistic. I did get diagnosed with ADHD and severe OCD but both of those for me stem from c-PTSD and childhood trauma. I think there can be lots of overlap with all of them which is cool because it means more empathy and solidarity amongst people
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  6066. Thank you!! I finally watched the show and I actually really liked it!
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  6067. Haha thank you! I actually think my skin looked worse that week than it normally does. My body also felt pretty awful compared with when I eat my usual food (I felt tired a lot).
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  6068. That’s so lovely to hear! Thank you for watching 🥰
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  6069. Thank you Drew! You totally should, it’ll be so lovely 😊
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  6070. That’s so awesome!
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  6071. Thanks for the recommendation. Happiness is so hard to define, fleeting, and subjective, that yep, it's such a difficult thing even to definitively discuss haha.
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  6072. Thank you! 💕😊
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  6073. Thank you!!
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  6074. Thank you so much, that’s so very kind 🥰
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  6075. Thank you Caroline! 🥰
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  6076. Thank you Vincent! Menswear resources can definitely be more limited sometimes, at least ones written in English. I’d recommend narrowing down which eras you like, types of clothes you like (working class, upper class, etc.) and also region, and then doing a Google search about that fashion and period. So for example, “Irish menswear 19th century books” and just see what comes up. The more you can narrow down what you’re interested in, the easier it will become to find resources. I know of some resources for British 19th century menswear, but that might not be helpful for your interest as they’re a lot on tailoring and don’t focus a ton on anything else.
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  6077. I do edit all my own videos and work in tech! They exist in my life 😂
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  6078. It makes perfect sense! It’s a really welcome feeling to have that additional support whilst singing because of how physically demanding it is.
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  6079. Thank you so much Elinor! I had this footage thankfully before the jaw issue even arose as I always like to be a little bit ahead just in case. It was a very easy edit too luckily 😊
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  6080. Hehehe thanks! It's out now♥️
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  6081. It's called a sontag!
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  6082. Thank you! It's a song called "Eldensvampbildning" by Blackbard. I sometimes do put the music I used in the description, but don't always have the time. I've been working 80 hour weeks at the moment and don't have the funds in my company yet to hire people to help me with things like writing the descriptions etc.
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  6083. Thanks John!
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  6084. Thank you so much! 😊
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  6085. Indeed! The reason I say this is because of what I wrote in my pinned comment :)
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  6086. Thank you! I sure do hope so!
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  6087. That’s true! I guess it’s all about how each of us defines personal comfort.
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  6088. Thank you!!
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  6089. Thank you! It’s great there are so many different ways to pleat 18th century style skirts. And when looking at extants, pleating style varies greatly as well. Seems to be a lot of creative liberty in that regards 😊
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  6090. Thank you so much! I must admit, I can't take credit for it, but I wanted to make sure as many people as possible knew about it 😊
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  6091.  @aliciaoverturf  wow that’s amazing!! Sounds like the English stitch is really helping speed the process along, and what a wonderful application for it too 😊
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  6092. It's definitely sad! I mentioned it as I have received many comments whenever wearing that kirtle in a video about how, "the colour would not have been historically accurate." It's unfortunate that people have to mention this in the first place, in particular since I don't do reenactment and these are just my everyday clothes. As someone that loves historical fashion, I certainly do not love the gatekeeping of historical accuracy haha.
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  6093. It’s in the description box 😊 I also mostly shop these days with another store called DeVere Yarns as they have more variety.
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  6094. Oh I didn’t interpret it as criticism, I just didn’t understand the observation since I did talk about footwear in the video.
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  6095. My pleasure! Happy sewing and let me know if you need any more tips on how to clean it 😊
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  6096. Very true! Plus wearing whatever you want can be healing and nurturing, because healthy self expression has so many benefits for mental well-being.
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  6097. We did yes! She’s pure breed actually, 100% Eastern European Village Dog 🥰 it’s a breed that’s been around for over 10,000 years!
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  6098. thank you!
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  6099. Another individual on a reel featuring a cravat mentioned about the fox hunting connection as well! How cool. The rat catcher is hilarious 🤣
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  6100. Thanks so much!
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  6101. That’s wonderful! You can do it 😄
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  6102. Lol Kass is a funny one 😂
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  6103. She has a video making it on her channel I believe!
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  6104. Thanks so much! 😊
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  6105.  @tomaszwota1465  I’m glad that this video has made you reflect and ponder at least! That’s what I want to do with these videos, is help people improve their lives by expressing themselves authentically through the means of historical-inspired fashion. Which is very much how historical fashion has helped me as well. You should go for it! I really dislike commercial clothing stores as well, and that’s part of why I started dressing like this (I’m releasing a video explaining deeper the reasons why next week). Also you can find a lot of historically inspired items at a charity shop or thrift store if you just know what to look for. I have an older video where I give some advice, though it pertains to women’s fashion mainly. But an easy way to go is just by choosing wool and linen, and wearing loose long sleeve shirts that are more flowy and baloony, and basic wool trousers. There are lots of little things really that can make an ensemble feel more archaic. I hope though that you find a style that works for you! And don’t be afraid to experiment and see how what you wear really makes you feel.
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  6106.  @tomaszwota1465  tons of people historybounding absolutely! Full on daily historical dress is fewer, but there are some. I don’t know any others than Mr. Pinsent, but there has to be others haha.
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  6107. I did :) that’s why I was able to separate the hay when I jumped on it :)
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  6108. Indeed! I did this schedule in my Victorian sleep video from a couple of years ago. It's what I intend to do when I finally am able to have the space to do a full medieval sleep week.
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  6109. That’s a very good point! Thanks 😊
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  6110. Thank you! 😊
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  6111. Yes! I can definitely see them being very useful for that. I don’t do a lot of draping myself yet (soon though) so it’ll be nice to use the wheel for that purpose instead. Thanks 😊
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  6112. Agreed! Kass is the best, such a lovely human.
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  6113. Perhaps in big cities! In rural areas it probably didn’t smell too unlike it does today.
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  6114. It is not actually made of mole skin ☺️ it’s often made of cotton, linen, or synthetics.
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  6115. Thank you! 🥰
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  6116. Thank you so much! I love antique collecting (and finding them cheap haha)
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  6117. I have no desire to own them! 😂
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  6118. Takk fyrir Helga! So glad you liked the video 🥰
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  6119. Why would anyone else know this answer but me? Therefore why speak of me in the third person when it’s my own channel? 😂
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  6120. Who knows honestly! That’s a good theory that it’s too bulky for some. It can also be a purse though which is the best part, so perhaps that makes the bulk automatically matter less? 😅 thanks regardless for your theories, I always find this stuff interesting 😊
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  6121. Yep that sounds super plausible for me as well. Perhaps as the decline of the pocket can be to blame partially because of the hand bag.
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  6122. Wow that is such an amazing compliment about my work, thank you so much!! 🥰
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  6123. Lol it’s great to hear that a lot of us have long sewing lists 😂 a muff could be a nice quick project actually (compared to a gown or something bigger). Hahaha great! Welcome to the Muffia 😁
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  6124. That’s awesome Jessica! Thanks so much for sharing that you have one of them too 😊
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  6125. I haven’t no :) I have my go-to historical shoes usually and don’t own many pairs and just get them very regularly resoled
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  6126. Did you ever consider that maybe adults can become upset by certain topics and there’s nothing shameful in having an emotional reaction to something? You don’t know people’s pasts or what people have been through. The world needs more compassion.
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  6127. Thank you Maia!! I think generally the seam would be water resistant at least up until a certain point. I at least didn’t have issues with water leaking through during a rain storm when I wore my cloak. And I didn’t treat the seams with anything. I also lined it with a linen/cotton blend and the linen helps with that. Perhaps a layer of wool basted into the cracks of the seams almost like a facing, could help reduce any leakage further. People have made their own oilskin by treating cloth, but I think the process is really challenging, specialised, and likely more expensive than just buying the material itself. It’d probably more so be for an experiment!
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  6128. Дааааааа, спасибо! 😄
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  6129. Thank you Caroline! 😊 Tarlatan can’t be washed I don’t believe as it crumbles, so yeah I think it would perhaps get a bit destroyed in the rain. It might worth it to add some oilskin for protection, or even just a brush braid of some sort like the Victorians would have.
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  6130. I don't anymore! I sew without using another finger to push the needle through, and just rely on the grip strength of my thumb and index finger, so I don't need to :)
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  6131. The costumes are absolutely gorgeous and very much a work of art! But yes I just wish they had more focus on undergarments as they’re the foundation, and included things like the shift/chemise as you say (the white under dress 🥰)
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  6132. Thank you so much!
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  6133. Definitely, feeling confidient in one’s own skin and with one’s authentic self expression is such a huge thing, and it often takes courage to be able to live a life that strays away from societal “norms”
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  6134. I’d recommend TheBoudoirKey on Etsy (she’s also Ukrainian so you’d be supporting a Ukrainian business), RedThreaded, Atelier Sylphe, and there are free ones on Aranea Black’s website.
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  6135. I'm not a traditional woman, so you're probably on the wrong channel.
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  6136. Thank you!! Self-portraits are fun haha
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  6137. Thank you Catherine! 😊 I'm glad you liked the video
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  6138. I hope you all enjoy!! It's a super fun family get-together game (as long as everyone in the group likes historical fashion lol 😂)
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  6139. Thank you KB! 🥰
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  6140. Thank you! A super awesome goal to have (mine is the same and I’m almost there 😊). Hope you enjoy all the videos!
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  6141. 😂😂
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  6142. Thank you! 😊
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  6143. In what sense?
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  6144. Indeed, but in this case, if the outer dress was lined, it could serve a similar purpose :) I just haven't seen examples of women's undershirts, unlike men's which there are examples of.
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  6145. Poor sweet things 😔 that is really so sad. I’m glad many bird species are now protected.
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  6146. Thanks so much! I think getting dressed takes me 5-7 mins and I don’t wear much makeup/spend much time on my hair, so in total I’m generally ready to go in about 15-20 mins. I just try and spend a bit less time on social media/watching shows and then it balances out. For me I just try to prioritise what I feel is most important for myself, and historical clothing is one of those things. Not to mention the joy it brings me sewing it 🥰
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  6147. Thank you so much Analuna! 😊
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  6148. Thank you!
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  6149. That's incorrect. I do feel like it some days. It's far more complex for me than what you state.
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  6150. That’s so awesome to hear, thank you for sharing your experience 😊
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  6151. Thanks for that additional point!
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  6152. Thank you very much!
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  6153. Enjoy the video 🥰
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  6154. Thank you 😊
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  6155. Thank you so much! You’re so kind 🥰❤️
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  6156.  @UNknown-sd3ki  the tarantulas would freak me out! They’re cute as singles but as soon as there are multiples, that’s when it gets freaky.
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  6157. Thank you!
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  6158. Very intriguing definitely! The gold ones I believe were found in the old department store and were likely new (can’t confirm for certain but that’s what I gathered from the text). So often though antiques in museums have never been worn or were rarely worn, which is often why they’ve withstood the test of time.
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  6159. I agree, same here as all my daily wear corsets/stays are back lacing too 😊
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  6160. My pleasure! I try my best to feature as many marginalised voices as I can ❤️
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  6161. Thanks for watching!!
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  6162. BIPOC existed in Britain during the period as well, so that’s not necessarily a give away. Additionally, did you hear right after I said that how I mentioned, “you’d think that’d be obvious but some people don’t know Bridgerton is fiction”? You do realise that someone is on the other side of the comments section reading the comments, right?
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  6163. Thank you Laura! I must admit I can’t take credit for most of the questions though, as most of them were requested by the viewers of this channel 😊
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  6164. Thank you so much!
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  6165. Your experience is 100% valid with corsets and so are the experiences of the actors. I even state in the video that I don’t doubt for a second that the actors truly felt discomfort. But I also believe there’s a deeper reason why, and we can’t know how they would react with a well-fit, not tightlaced corset. I also express in the video that I don’t believe corsets are suitable for everyone. Also many don’t just wear corsets for fashion. Many, myself included, wear them for support and to alleviate back pain. They don’t even reduce the waist worn at a regular tightness most of the time, as I also demonstrate in the video. I feel that my words have been misinterpreted.
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  6166. I’m sorry you have to go through that with your genetic condition. Trust me when I say I only had the very best intentions in making this video. Additionally, I feel that this is a deeper issue of set cast and crew negligence by production companies because corsets being worn without chemises or shifts underneath that then lead to bleeding and cuts, as is shown in the show, is not a normal way for corsets to be worn. That’s causing the actors unnecessary pain and discomfort. That is what I meant when speaking about the issues behind the pain.
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  6167.  @Fizzypopization  I fully hear and understand your POV and I’m sorry that you’ve experienced all of this. I have my own experience and POV too and both are completely valid. There is no right or wrong here.
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  6168. Awww that’s so beautiful to hear! Thank you so much 🥰
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  6169. So kind, thank you!!
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  6170. Thank you so much! Wasn’t expecting a Stocks channel to be on this corner of the internet, but it is much appreciated 😊
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  6171.  @LucidTrading  Thank you! Happy to have you here!
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  6172. Britain does too. It’s historically what the period is named :)
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  6173. There are ways to incorporate more sustainable clothing practices, as well as even historically inspired pieces (which we see included in many modern garments in stores today). I’m not saying these things as gospel. I’m saying these things as my opinions and experiences — what I’ve learned from clothing of the past. Many of these aspects can be applied into the present. Buying sustainable, high quality modern garments would be just as beneficial, as then mending and repairs, etc. are all possible.
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  6174. Hi Audri! Thank you so so much for your lovely and kind words. They mean so much to me ❤️❤️❤️
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  6175. Thank you Suzanne ❤️ I do feel held by you all 💕
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  6176. Thank you so much!
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  6177. Thank you ❤️❤️❤️❤️
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  6178. Thanks Vincent! Let me know how the devilled eggs are, they were so delicious! ☺️
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  6179. Thanks for this comment! I'm sure it'll be very useful for those looking to buy corsetry and viewing their options 😊
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  6180. Social media guidelines. Please think about the possibilities before commenting.
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  6181. Not every video has to be a brand new original idea, because it can always be approached in new ways. I guarantee none of the other Victorian food explorations had a Thyme Machine and involved multiverse hopping. All the best!
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  6182. Thank you for that comment!!
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  6183. Makes it more fun!
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  6184. Thank you!!
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  6185. Welcome to the way it is with social media unfortunately.
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  6186.  @sixstringedthing  Thank you sixstringedthing! I think there is a big movement now happening with more people realising the importance of taking care of our planet, though I think the difficulty is that a lot can be greenwashed, and so things that we might assume are sustainable/are told are sustainable, turn out not to be with more education and information. At the end of the day, I suppose we can all just do our best, and it's always going to be imperfect, but I think awareness and mindfulness in society is a big step in the right direction.
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  6187. Thanks for watching! 😊
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  6188. Thank you ❤️
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  6189. So glad it was helpful! 😊
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  6190. Thanks so much! I DEFINITELY sewed the hood on backwards but once it realised it, it would’ve been A LOT of work to fix it, since I actually sewed the panels together as well backwards and had already hand lined them all lol
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  6191. Thank you! 😊
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  6192. Hahaha that seems to always happen! 😂
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  6193. Thanks for watching! 🥰
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  6194. Thanks so much Caroline! 😊
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  6195. So glad it was helpful!
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  6196. Thank you so much Audri for your very kind words and support, I really appreciate them! 🥰
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  6197. Be well and happy too ❤️
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  6198. Thank you!! 😊
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  6199. Original in the sense of being the actual garment from the past? Original I suppose would refer to antique garments, and replications are replicas of original garments (extant garments).
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  6200. I wrote a thorough response on another comment about free bleeding, so I will copy and paste it here :) “hi all on this thread! I appreciate all your thoughts on this topic. I’m also a frequent menstrual cup user by the way, and love them. Here are some of my thoughts on the free bleeding discussion: Firstly, what qualifies as free-bleeding differs a lot. Healthline gives the definition that I do in this video, and also mentions that things like sitting above a towel (or a cloth equivalent) is still free bleeding, as is just letting a garment that isn’t specifically designed for menstruation absorb the blood. They mention that free bleeding is generally safe, especially if practiced responsibly. 100% yes blood carries diseases. Like all bodily fluids. There’s no denying that. And people of the past were deeply intelligent. Hunter-gatherer societies are deeply intelligent and innovative. I believe for those who might free bleed, they likely have methods of making sure it is as clean and as safe as possible. There are accounts of some Indigenous societies where anyone menstruating would gather in community together as a time for connection, etc. In which case there could also have been designated areas for free bleeding, which could also potentially make it safer as those areas could be regularly cleaned. The Guardian article I link in my “further reading” section mentions one such example of gathering during menstruation. Additionally, as others have mentioned, so many factors may equate to fewer or lighter periods on average, for instance, breastfeeding, frequent pregnancy, malnourishment, and also intense amounts of exercise. So there’s a potential that periods become fewer and lighter for some. As I also mention in my video, free bleeding is a personal choice and is absolutely not for everyone. I personally don’t think, for instance, it would be for me, but I have friends who love it. There are also some individuals in the comments who free bleed and mentioned their positive experiences. I just wanted to express my thoughts on the matter in greater depth, as I don’t feel I elaborated enough in my video.”
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  6201. You’ll probably love this method then! Chalk marks disappearing can be so frustrating.
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  6202. Thanks so much A.R.! We are definitely so spoiled here in the U.K. when it comes to wool! 😊
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  6203. Thanks so much Laura! It's great to hear about how vintage fashion makes you feel more confident 😊
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  6204. I know 😂 I got demonetised (and for life unless an appeal miraculously gets approved) also for trying to donate to an indigenous charity! Which makes it even worse as I was trying to support marginalised peoples.
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  6205. This one can be modified to be lacy and frilly! It’s completely customisable 😊
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  6206. Woohoo! They’re so cool, right? Makes securing darts 1000x easier and no more wrestling with matching up the lines 😅
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  6207. Хахаха большое спасибо! 🥰🤗
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  6208. Thank you so much for your comment! ☺️
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  6209. Yesss shoes are an apt comparison to corsets
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  6210. Please read the pinned comment 😊
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  6211.  @sixstringedthing  I definitely try my best to keep to my word 😊
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  6212. The film industry is sadly notorious for negligence of cast and crew. There are a lot of pushes right now for crews especially to have better workplace safety because there have been a number of on set or set related injuries and other major issues.
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  6213. Thank you! 🥰
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  6214. Aww thank you so much! So glad you enjoyed it.
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  6215. Welcome to the channel! That darn bonnet took 70 hours surprisingly! It took FOREVER haha. If you search on YouTube “V. Birchwood” and “bonnet” the video of the making of it will come up 😊
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  6216. Hahaha thank you!! The grass was completely dry thankfully and I didn’t get dirt on me at all 🥰
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  6217. Thanks so much!
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  6218. Ah I should have clarified, the night scenes are mostly candlelight. The day scenes I use just natural daylight mainly. I work as a professional colourist so for the night scenes I balanced out the yellows slightly to make them lean more neutral by pushing in a bit of blue.
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  6219. Thanks Mary 🥰
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  6220. I was actually speaking to my dad about this experiment (who is in his late 60s) and he said the same thing! Lol
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  6221. Thank you so much Beth! I will definitely wear this outfit out and about when it gets warmer again, as now the weather would be far too cold for the thing and drapey cotton 😅 it’s funny how the weather turns so fast. I also have many more plans in the future for embroidery as I’m currently learning tambour as well for a specific project. I’m excited to share it all on the channel! 😊
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  6222. Thank you!! :)
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  6223. Thank you Michelle! 😊
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  6224. Thank you! 😊
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  6225. Lol 😂 “Um okay, sure honey.”
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  6226. Yep! I just loosened the garment and moved it back.
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  6227. Thank you!!😊
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  6228. I second Vintagebursche 😊
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  6229. Nope! A very modern folk artist :)
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  6230. Oooo very interesting! Apparently this knit style was used in other fashion pieces around the same time period (mid Victorian)
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  6231. Thank you! I have tried skipping the first but found it far more difficult for some reason, so I keep doing skipping the 4th now 😅
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  6232. Thank you!! You totally should, they totally change the look of a skirt!
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  6233. That’s so lovely to hear! Thanks for your comment and I wish you the best on your historical fashion journey 😊
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  6234. So glad you liked the video!
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  6235.  @humanwithaplaylist  It's really easy to miss honestly! Especially since it's hidden by the "read more" 😅
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  6236. Thank you so much 😊
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  6237. I’m glad you had that time to be able to have them soften! The corset may have perhaps been too large for her though? Generally you want 1-2 inches of gap on the back lacing with parallel sides.
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  6238.  @anieth  Very cool! Languages are such a lovely thing to learn, as they can open up the brain to so many new and innovative experiences. I am incredibly grateful to be bilingual as it makes learning any other language now far easier. Iceland is a beautiful place, safe, and quite clean (especially outside of the capital region), but it has its problems just like everywhere else. There is some government corruption there (like in most places 😂) and a lot of greenwashing going on at the expense of citizens and for profit of larger companies. It can certainly be expensive too as you mention, though it isn't as noticeable when you live there because salaries are sometimes higher (not for everyone of course, but for a good portion of residents.) It has an incredible art scene though, and you meet many interesting people living there.
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  6239. Welcome to the channel Elizabeth! Thank you so much for your lovely comment 🥰
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  6240. Thanks so much Amber 😊
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  6241. Aubergines are native to southeast Asia.
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  6242. Thanks so much!! Definitely more to come 😊
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  6243. It might not be for everyone, but worked well for me! 😅
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  6244. It really is 😔
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  6245. Thank you so much Karla! 💕
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  6246. Thank you so much Ava! 🥰
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  6247. Thank you 🙂 Lots more niche info to come!
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  6248. I’ve been trying to for a while but it’s been very hard to find a fashion historian to interview
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  6249. Yes so sad 😞
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  6250. Thank you 😊
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  6251. Glad it’s helpful! 🥰
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  6252. Thank you Audri!
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  6253. Trans and non binary people exist and matter and also please read the pinned comment re: why I had to censor the word miscarriage. Wasn’t exactly my choice 😊
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  6254. Thank you so much! ♥️
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  6255. Selvedge to selvedge (about 55 inches) width x2 (front and back) and the length was my desired stopping point at my legs.
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  6256. She's wonderful!
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  6257. The worst is usually the best pun!
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  6258. Thank you 😊
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  6259. Thanks for sharing your thoughts about it! 🥰
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  6260. I'm very glad! Thanks so much for your comment 😊
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  6261. I did pull it off from the hay. Once I placed the bale in the bag, I then used scissors and removed the plastic.
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  6262. Thanks for sharing your thoughts 🥰
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  6263. I don’t think the actors should be shamed for this honestly! I think it’s just a general lack of education about this matter in our world. Idk though, I’m raised Buddhist, so I try to stay away from making anyone feel shameful as best as I can haha
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  6264. Pretty good! The leather is a bit textured and not particularly smooth, so I think that helped
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  6265. Thank you! 🥰
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  6266. Thank you so much Drew!! 😊 you can totally do it!
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  6267. Thank you! ☺️
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  6268.  @nemoignorat2443  oooo these sound like fun (and are very practical of course). That’s wonderful too you’ll be dying them yourself as well.
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  6269.  @bowenarrows7819  sounds lovely, and practical 😊
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  6270.  @Ellaodi  you’ll certainly be toasty and warm for winter!
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  6271.  @mirabellegoldapfel6256  sounds super cool! Hahaha yes they demand sacrifices and oh so many of them 😂
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  6272. Agreed! Thankfully 😅
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  6273. Money made from greater promotion of their show through corsets=evil headlines? That’s all I can think of haha
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  6274. Thank you so much! 😊
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  6275. Hahaha that’s awesome! My family is from Bashkiri but as you know lots of us Tatars live there 😊 it is short for Vasilisa yes!
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  6276. Glad you enjoyed the video! It is linked in the description box along with the other items 😊 it’s under the name odd-knitted sweater I believe haha. It’s way at the bottom of the description box
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  6277. I’m a Volga Tatar, trust me, I have had the rye bread you speak of :) I also live in Europe, so this is the type that is in my part of Europe at least.
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  6278. Awww I’m so glad! You’re very welcome. Thanks for watching 🥰
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  6279. Have a lovely day 🥰
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  6280. I just listened to the song. It’s great! Thank you for sharing.
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  6281. I would highly recommend commissioning one bespoke from a brand like Red Threaded, Prior Attire, Originals by Kay, or my corsetiere TheBoudoirKey (who isn’t open for commissions though at the moment). They’re all highly experienced. Make sure you measure your centre back length accurately as having a corset that is too short or long waisted for you can be one of the main discomforts with fit in my experience
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  6282. Thank you!! :)
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  6283. I’m so glad! Thanks so much for watching 😊
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  6284. Thanks for the aubergine correction! Someone else mentioned it in another comment as well. As for the candles, I mention at the start of the video that these are never reenactment nor perfect representations of what life was like for people historically. Rather, the focus is on presenting a selection of historical recipes, and where I can I implement other aspects of the time period (like wearing the clothing since it's already my usual clothing, and the no forks thing, except for the time-travelling one). Cheers!
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  6285.  @AliciaB.  thank you! The next one should be quite fun 😊
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  6286.  @ChocolateShaddixX  thank you so much!!
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  6287. I have one on my channel! It’s quite outdated though (like 1.5 years) so my wardrobe has changed a lot! I’m planning to film an updated one probably in the spring or summer. I do indeed wear both historical nightgowns and historical shoes 😊
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  6288. Thanks for watching 😊
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  6289. They absolutely could be! Good thinking 😊 I’m imagining though how they maybe would have fashioned the belt then. I wonder if it would hold as well as a sewn leather/silk loop or something similar.
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  6290. I tried to as a teenager, but because he was born in the US, the hospitals said that they destroy all records after 20 years. Thank you as well for the offer 😊
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  6291. Thank you!! I love her very much 🥰 definitely such a great option for secondhand shoes, which is what I did here too
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  6292.  @LiljaHusmo  takk fyrir 😉
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  6293. Thank you! 😊
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  6294. Oh I don’t assume that at all. I’m sure there were women who didn’t like their corsets, just like there are people today who don’t like jeans, bras, skirts, dresses, suits, you name it. All I’m saying is that the Bridgerton actors aren’t given a fair chance to even assess whether or not they like historical corsets, because they’re having to wear them in ways that aren’t in their best interest (no shift, etc)
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  6295. So Agnes has a gofundme for her father! I’ve now added the link into the pinned comment 😊
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  6296. Thank you so much! I don’t have the finances at the moment to expand my videos into other language subtitles but thank you for the offer!
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  6297. Thank you so much Charlotte! Best of luck on your own projects 🥰xx
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  6298. Thank you! 😊
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  6299.  @catherinejustcatherine1778  thank you!! it is 😅
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  6300. That’s great that you have an interest in historical construction! We need more men sewing in my opinion, and normalising the practice for all genders. I’m very confused, however, why so many people in the comments seem to think I’m dressed in medieval clothing, as I’m actually wearing a late Victorian outfit from the 1890s 😂 I guess it’s my hair! I only wear 1700s and 1800s fashion generally so I sadly can’t speak for the practicalities of medieval fashion, but there are other channels who I’m sure can.
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  6301. Thank you for following along the entire journey! 🍓😊
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  6302. Hahaha that's so adorable! I think when I was researching this I read that little girls carried them during those decades. Do you still have the rabbit one today somewhere?
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  6303.  @katecapek3116  Oh no!! That must have been so upsetting for you when you were a girl 😞
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  6304.  @melissel5648  It's my pleasure ❤️
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  6305. Can't change your accent all that much unfortunately :D
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  6306.  @shinashayesteh1057  how beautiful! My childhood best friend is Iranian and I always felt a closeness with her Iranian traditions 🥰
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  6307.  @shinashayesteh1057  thank you!! And so do you, I always remember my friend’s family being so welcoming and hospitable 🥰
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  6308. Coming soon!
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  6309. They’re both deceased.
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  6310. Thank you, Heather! It's great to hear from you 😊
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  6311. The majority of people were working class and wore historical clothing 😊 they frequently worked long hours in hard labour as well and in the heat of summer. There are a lot of misconceptions regarding it being hard to work in historical clothes and them not being suitable for warm climates, but if we look at history that just isn’t true. The material choice and layers just needs to be deliberate. Most of the styles shown in tv and media are of the upper class and aren’t what most people wore 😊
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