Uploaded October 2023 | Updated September 2026, 1 day ago

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Today I am sewing a 1950s vintage ballgown pattern that is strapless with a gathered skirt and detachable overskirt. I am using some amazing silk tafetta from silk baron and sparkly spiderwebs. I used a vintage sewing pattern Simplicity 1770.

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00:00 Intro
04:16 Cutting the fabric
05:22 Sewing the main dress
14:20 Check in
16:02 Adding the details
20:37 Sewing the overskirt
25:31 Reveal
28:10 Cost breakdown
35:17 Project Review
38:43 Frocktails Summary

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silk baron: silkbaron.com

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Other videos you might like:
Sewing 1970's culottes: youtu.be/kwYHz7ZG5T0
Sewing a 1930s evening gown: youtu.be/bJNP1OCJgXc

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