Channel Title: Retro Claude Channel Description: Exploring vintage crafts like, knitting, sewing and crochet! ✨ Hello! I'm Claude a costume maker, sewing teacher and dress historian making my own vintage wardrobe. I share tutorials to help you learn new sewing skills and share making logs of my projects so that you can see how those skills work in context. I love sharing my sewing adventures with you all; whatever they may be. I love to experiment and try new things so I'll be sure to share all of that with you too. My personal style is usually around about the middle of the 20th century. The 1940s is probably my favourite era to wear but I love to sew styles from all decades. My master's degree in Victorian studies has given me a passion for historical costume and I am looking forward to many 19th century outfits to come. So welcome! I hope you will find something here to inspire your own creative journey and I look forward to sharing my work with you. <video> Friendship, Chronic Illness and BIRDS! | Vlogmas 12 Description: Am I getting my £3 worth of joy from my bird feeder? Will the washing machine ruin all my hand knit socks? Plus a chat about friendship and chronic illness :) For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Intarsia Knitting and Intaglio Printing | Vlogmas 14 & 15 &16 Description: My 1930s vintage knitting project has thrown up a few surprises! Not only am I now doing Intarsia colourwork but the instructions are actually helpful! Plus I finally try Intaglio printing using a tetra pak and my mini printing press from @openpressproject - AD Previously Gifted For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g Mini Printing Press: https://openpressproject.com/ Helpful videos for the Tetra Pak technique: @Handprinteduk I'm wearing my 1980s does 1940s Knitted Waistcoat: Waistcoat Pattern: https://sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Spend the Day on the Sofa With Me | Vlogmas 5 Description: Not a great day. But still we persevere. I managed a little bit of knitting and a lot of Vlogmas watching! For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Knitting Maths Goes Wrong | Vlogmas 7 Description: I've got some maths to do before I can carry on with my Christmas knitting project but my calculations might have gone a bit off 😅 For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> My Wreath isn't Naked Anymore! | Vlogmas 6 Description: After a really rough day yesterday, a good night's sleep has me feeling more my usual self so let's get on with the business of Christmas! Just a reminder that all my foliage was foraged on common ground. Foraging laws vary from country to county so make sure you check your local laws before helping yourself! My orange shawl is Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> A Cosy Sunday on the Sofa Resting | Vlogmas 23 Description: After our big day out yesterday it's time to take it easy on the sofa and celebrate the last Sunday of Advent in a cosy fashion. Plus a knitting update! For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Claude Tries Woodworking for Christmas | Vlogmas 17 Description: It's time to try something new! Woody is teaching me how to use power tools! Wish me luck 🫣 Part 2 to follow tomorrow! The shawl Woody made me take off: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/shawl-for-an-art-lover Also I double checked with Woody about him being on camera and he was very positive about it so I guess this is the face reveal? ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Spend a Cosy Christmas With Me! | Vlogmas 2024 (Compilation) Description: All of Vlogmas in one place! Enjoy sitting through nearly 5 hours of cosy crafting and chronic illness realness. For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g Mini Printing Press: https://openpressproject.com/ Helpful videos for the Tetra Pak technique: @Handprinteduk I'm wearing: 1980s does 1940s Knitted Waistcoat: https://sirdar.com//en/products/0064-9122-80s-womens-jacket-or-coat Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe 1940s Economy Jumper: https://archive.org/details/krl00537007 🪡My sewing machine: https://www.bernina.com/en-GB/Machines-GB/Series-Overview/NEW-BERNINA-3-Series/BERNINA-335 👗The fabric: ✂️My scissors: UK - https://www.williamgee.co.uk/shop/fiskars-softgrip-fabric-scissors-26cm/ 🌎 - AD https://amzn.to/3TqxhVN 🍗Pressing ham: UK - AD https://tidd.ly/49Oq3lu 🌎World - AD https://amzn.to/4clcSKp 🔲Pressing Mat: UK - AD https://tidd.ly/3PbACqE 🌎World - https://amzn.to/4ap0zLx 🔥My mini iron: UK - AD https://tidd.ly/2NZ9nTT 🌎World - AD https://amzn.to/43qmNu5 It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> That's a Wrap! Christmas is Here! | Vlogmas 24 Description: It's CHRISTMASSSSS!!!! Time to wrap those presents, get the house in order and start celebrating. Thanks for joining me here this Vlogmas! I hope you have enjoyed following along whether you are celebrating or not. See you for the Not-New-Year's-Livestream! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Bringing my Guys and Dolls to London | Vlogmas 22 Description: It's time for a road trip! Come with me and my friends to see Guys and Dolls at the Bridge Theatre. It's my first West End trip in 5 years so let's hope the accessibility is good! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Making Christmas Gifts with Wood...y | Vlogmas 18 Description: Day 2! Let's carry on working on these mystery Christmas gifts. After gluing everything up yesterday it's time to do an awful lot of sanding and plaining. Join me as I carry on with my beginner woodworking journey! It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Cozy Christmas Tree Decorating and Confusing Traditions | Vlogmas 11 Description: Come and decorate my family Christmas tree with me as we try to remember our own traditions... ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> Domestic Goddess Mode Activated | Vlogmas 13 Description: After a bad day, I got to flex my culinary skills and make dinner for Woody and me. Oh and I've made progress on the 1930s ski jumper! For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> A Controversial Sunday Roast 🍗 | Vlogmas 9 Description: A cosy weekend in sheltering from the storm. Plus my vintage knitting project is progressing but I'm still not entirely sure it's going to fit! My orange shawl is Textured Shawl Recipe by Orlane Sucche: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/textured-shawl-recipe For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video> <video> A Change of Scene and a Long Tail | Vlogmas 10 Description: I've come to the realisation that my day to day life goes at quite a slow pace but I'm alright with that. For more information about the supplies I used in this video see below: Please be aware that these may be affiliate links. 1930s Jumper Pattern: https://subversivefemme.com/curvy-month-pattern-knit-it-for-ski-ing-jumper-c-1930s/ Yarn: https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-cotton-merino-parrot-green-37-50g It doesn't cost you anything extra, but if you purchase something through these link I make a small commission for referring you. This helps to fund more sewing projects! ☕If you enjoyed this video or found it helpful, please consider buying my a cup of coffee. This helps me to buy fabric and notions so that I can make more sewing videos for you! All contributions greatly appreciated: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude Follow me elsewhere for more sewing inspiration: 📸Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/retroclaude/ 📌Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.co.uk/retroclaude/ 🛍️Etsy: https://retroclaude.etsy.com ☕Ko-fi Shop: https://ko-fi.com/retroclaude/shop </video>

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Exploring vintage crafts like, knitting, sewing and crochet! ✨
Hello! I'm Claude a costume maker, sewing teacher and dress historian making my own vintage wardrobe. I share tutorials to help you learn new sewing skills and share making logs of my projects so that you can see how those skills work in context.

I love sharing my sewing adventures with you all; whatever they may be. I love to experiment and try new things so I'll be sure to share all of that with you too.

My personal style is usually around about the middle of the 20th century. The 1940s is probably my favourite era to wear but I love to sew styles from all decades. My master's degree in Victorian studies has given me a passion for historical costume and I am looking forward to many 19th century outfits to come.

So welcome! I hope you will find something here to inspire your own creative journey and I look forward to sharing my work with you.

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