I hand sewed a pirate shirt using 18th century sewing methods

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For a limited time, use https://skl.sh/bernadettebanner09201 to get a free trial of Skillshare Premium Membership. Further Resources: Shift video: https://youtu.be/bn7teD0bx_E Basic hand sewing stitches: https://youtu.be/B5tC06IXOKc Step-by-step how to sew a basic hand-sewn seam: https://youtu.be/39C_oYPgTpY Buttonhole stitch: https://youtu.be/W6QNtQ9kReM Abby Cox literally just released an excellent video on handsewing tips for beginners earlier this week if you'd like some more tips and tricks: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pVyZjHckUq0 MATERIALS USED: Linen (approx. 2 yd) - Burnley & Trowbridge, http://www.burnleyandtrowbridge.com Linen thread (60/2, medium weight, bleached)- Burnley & Trowbridge, https://burnleyandtrowbridge.com/collections/threads/products/60-2-linen-thread Useful Tools for Those So Inclined: (Please note that these are affiliate links) -Clear 18-inch ruler: https://amzn.to/2DIdRrh -Steel-headed straight pins: https://amzn.to/2ByJUaQ  -Every size & weight needle you will probably ever need: https://amzn.to/2Sd76R7 -My most favorite (& stupidly fiddly) #10 sharps, the tiniest needles: https://amzn.to/2SaZEGf -Ye Trusty Olde 8” shears (tartan ribbon not included): https://amzn.to/2DXkUft -Those wee bird snips that literally everyone seems to have: https://amzn.to/2zu9vzY -(But I’ve also just found these that are a unicorn and I am severely tempted; I should not be trusted with Amazon: https://amzn.to/2KvXGgX) -French Curve: https://amzn.to/2RWzWVJ Want to get started with hand sewing? 🧵 🕯Check out my Skillshare original course, “Hand Sewing Basics: Working Wonders with Fabric, Needle & Thread”. To sign up for a free trial and take the class, visit https://skl.sh/bernadettebanner09201 This channel is made possible through the generous support of Patreon members. To become a patron, visit https://www.patreon.com/bernadettebanner (although videos will remain free for you here regardless). Beyond YouTube: IG @bernadettebanner http://www.instagram.com/bernadettebanner Management contact for business enquiries: [email protected] https://bernadettebanner.co.uk/ Music: (Unless otherwise noted, all music is from epidemicsound.com.) 'A King's Ransom' by Bonnie Grace 'Across the Ocean' by Bonnie Grace 'Odd Behaviour' by Arthur Benson 'Countess Castle' by Jon Bjōrk 'Peace in the Realm' by Bonnie Grace 'The Juggler's Curse' by Jon Bjōrk 'Highland Hymn' by Bonnie Grace 'The Norman Kings' by Bonnie Grace