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your personality gives me the vibes of “i will not stop until it’s perfect” and simultaneously “eeh good enough” and i love it

Jessica Valenti on Twitter once said, "Whenever I get discouraged and want to quit something, I remember the words of my then 3-year old after she puked up carrots all over the living room floor: "I'm gonna need more carrots" for some reason this always brightens my day and I tell myself that I'm going to need more carrots too. We all have self doubt. it's what makes us relatable and human.

"She's ok. She just fears change" I've never heard anything so relatable.

Dear Rachel, as someone who used to work at the Orange Home Improvement Store™️, thank you for checking the storage capabilities of your car before going to the store. The amount of people who would buy a grill or something else gigantic and then look at me like I was supposed to bend the laws of physics to fit it into their 2 door car- well, the number is far more than I care to recount. So on behalf of Home Improvement Retail Workers everywhere; thank you for having foresight and (not so) common sense.

I don't typically comment (I know. Bad subscriber.) but Rachel, I hope it helps to know that watching your videos has pulled me out of a multi-year creative slump. My 20's was one long depression hole, and went from painting every day to not at all. I found your channel a few months ago and have started painting again, and have learned to use my sewing machine and have successfully hemmed several pairs of pants and flipped a dress that looked like sheeit (it still looks like sheeit, but different sheeit lol). A huge part of why I love your videos is the fine line you tap-dance between perfectionism and half-assing it. I think a lot of us identity with that mentality, and the self-awareness that comes with it. I have a little post-it note that says half-ass is better than no-ass. When I'm struggling (which is often) and can't bear the idea of even brushing my teeth, my little half-ass post-it saves me from being a no-ass. And let's be real, half-assing is way funnier than whole-assing. Haha. Virtual bear hugs from a 30-something ADHD lady.

My daughter had a toy magic mirror that said lovely things when its button was pushed. One evening after a long/painful/exhausting/frustrating/stinky day, I sat down on the sofa. The mirror was tucked into the cushions. So, a sweet voice said, "You are so pretty." After I got my act back together because I almost had a heart attack, I dug it out and pushed the button again. "I like you." "You make me feel happy." Etc. It said such nice things. At that point in our lives more days were bad than were just okay. Good days were very rare. I may have tucked that mirror on a shelf so I could just sit and push that button and listen to an electronic voice tell me good things. I have looked on the internet to see if I can possibly find one of them again. They are mega expensive. Yet, even just the memory of those affirmations gives me joy. I know it is not realistic/smart/sane, but it really helped. Affirmations.

Frodo is definitely like, "aw yeah, mama fits in my new dog bed with me" at the end there

Commenting to tell you the following: - your projects are delightful. Stuff not coming out perfectly? That's a feature, not a bug. It makes your work accessible. Channels where the finished project is *perfect* are really intimidating to me, and actually turn off my creative drive, because I know mine will never turn out that way. Listen, with your content, you're not fooling us. We're not missing the little mess-up bits. We just know we'll have those mess-ups, too, and if you're brave enough to post that on KZfaq, if your projects can have mess ups and still look this amazing, then I can make projects, too! It genuinely helps so much that not all of your projects come out picture perfect! And with full truth, all the way from my toes, I want to tell you that your home, your wardrobe, everything you've made, is SUCH a vibe, you're truly living in the midst of aesthetics I (in my rented apartment) can only dream of. You really are Doing The Thing, even if it doesn't always feel like it. - personality/jokes/content: omfg you're so funny. You're so relatable. I want to be your friend but you're too cool for me. The hot dog bit SENT me 😂 I woke my husband up giggling at it. The stunt attempts, the jokes, the editing, goblin mode... 15/10. I go back and rewatch your videos when I need inspiration, giggles, a buddy to get me through the day, really just when I need to be picked up, your videos are there for me. We all go through it. Mental health wise and life situation wise, I'm in the best place I've ever been in my life right now... and I'm still struggling. House is a mess. Dealing with medical stuff and family stuff. It happens to us all. So what I'm hoping you take away from this, if you read this ADHD word vomit of a comment, is that you're not alone, and it's okay. You really are doing great. Your projects are good, and no, you're not fooling me into saying that, I see the lumps and bumps and love your projects WITH those parts included. Your personality is glorious. You're the whole package, lady, and you're awesome. Now please excuse me while I add this video to the playlist of projects for my future house. That playlist is 70% your videos. So thank you in advance for what my house is going to look like in a few years 😂❤

The mention of bicycle seats for hamsters sounds like another "Little Guy" video in the making

The day that Rachel teaches herself 3D modeling in Blender, vector design with Inkscape, and buys herself a 3D printer (two words: wood filament) and laser cutter is the day that she will become unstoppable.

My wife and I just bought an old, Victorian era house and your channel has been a huge source of inspiration for us! It needs extensive aesthetic renovations (luckily the bones are GREAT for being 128 years old), so we have plenty of opportunity to add whimsy. Thank you for being my own whimsical fairy godmother!

I remember reading that perfection in crafts was an affront to the crafty spirits! your board isn't asymetrical, it's whimsical! I hope you and your family find sunnier, happier times soon. Prayers for your family members who are ill!

I love how this renovation came out. Stop selling yourself short. You have amazing crafting abilities. Your pillow turned out really cute. I loved your thunderstorm break.

rachel!!! you said you were struggling with self doubt so i just want to let you know that my mom doesn’t really like watching my crafty youtube videos with me but she LOVES you and she always asks if you have a new video because we’ve watched literally all of them. keep doing what you’re doing!!! we love you 💕💕

I vote woodworking side quest! It always feels so much more intimidating like the free weight section at the gym but especially if you're using hand tools, ain't nothing other than another craft. Plus sawdust could add to the fake snow/confetti razzmatazz

I love it, the only thing I would add is to paint the inside, maybe with a moonlit starry sky with glass gems to reflect the light. Such a fun project, I can only dream of owning a home like this one day.

I always wanted an alcove bed as a child, it’s my David the Gnome dream.

you should never doubt your sense of humor after you state the word "like a bicycle seat for a hamster" HILARIOUS and adorable.

I feel like an easy way to get a much more permanent version of this would be to thrift some old furniture parts. an old headrest would probably work really well here and only require cutting to size

Rachel, my darling girl… we adore you. You’re fun, you’re genuine, you’re human. What’s not to like. I feel you as I’m going through a bout of depression myself… so let me give you a big warm soothing hug 🫂 ❤

The hotdog quest was quite the adventure. I was riveted!

Long time viewer, first time commenter. Wanted to drop it to say you being on the internet made me realize there are other women out there like me. I am sure it can be exhausting to put yourself out there. You take care of you! Grateful for you!

Oof, that "feeling not great about myself right now but I'm going to push through anyways and force-feed myself the good vibes until I believe it to be true" is EXTREMELY relatable, especially as a creative person. Keep on fighting the good fight Rachel, and curl up in your cute lil reading nook

Just like your inspirational little muscle man, my mom taped a picture of Wonder Woman on her mirror while she was recovering from brain surgery and the following depression. She remembered to keep her head up, and do the pose for as long as she could; keep looking at your little muscle man, and keep flexing your own!!! You got this, and we love you (:

The way that thunderstorm break actually lowered my blood pressure. I think it's struggle bus season, but we're here for you!

"Because we're friends, right?" YES. I love it.

"Putting the whim in whimsey", are the words I have been living by my whole life. You do you, mate :)

Just so you know, my husband was a contractor, is now an architect, and still laughs at the word caulking. Yesterday he came home giggling because his boss told him to 'carefully plan the penetration points'. Giggled. For hours.

Never stop laughing at the word "caulking".

8:01 I'm so glad someone else does the "enthusiastically whip the door back and forth to air out the room faster" maneuver

When you feel self doubt, just remember you do power through your projects and you do complete them. Most of us wouldn’t even bother starting anything in the first place “hi, I’m the problem it’s me” and you have inspired so sooooo many of us into diving into our interests more. You’re super relatable and hilarious and so it’s nice to see someone else openly just be their chaotic unhinged lil gremlins. I know for one, I’m more genuinely myself because of you. The hot dog had me cackling bc same, same. Its perfect! And there’s never too many pillows

In Australia, hardware shops will often have a sausage sizzle at the entrance - it's part of the democracy sausage tradition if anyone needs to google that lol - so I found the hot dog side quest genuinely fascinating

Get a dust mop from Home Depot, Lowe's, or at a thrift store and use that on your wood floors, it's awesome.

Did i just click away from another video?? Yes, yes I did!!!! ❤ This came out so pretty and cozy!!!! Baby girl sounds like my baby girl when she can't get her way either lol. We have whole conversations about her woes.

When I was stationed in Afghanistan, I had an alcove bed made in my stall in the group hut, and it was so awesome! It provided extra privacy, extra sound proofing, and made me feel special and safe. I still think of it fondly :)

I don't know why I'm still joyfully surprised but I WAS surprised how Rachel could come up with yet another project that directly answered my current or childhood dreams and needs. LOVE how the alcove turned out!! Looks so cozy, too! In fact, your videos are an alcove bed in many of my days, where I can just be cozy and warm and hidden. I love it.

Thank you for the “plants in bloom” shots. So gorgeous!

I conned my husband into watching a few of your videos and now your channel is a couples activity for us!! We love you Rach!!

The hot dog quest feels more like an optional/bonus quest. You just got some extra points or coins or cookies or whatever. The leaf pillows are very adorable. Am I the only one who thinks if they were Rachel's neighbor you and her could be BFFs? No matter what kind of video it is, it always makes me happier.

Oh Rachel, it's so cute seeing you so proud of making a pillow when pillows are the one thing that I am confident in making compared to my costumes LOL. Was super excited to see a video from you especially with extra Kitty scene. It really turned out awesome and I love your green dress at the end too!! I hope you know how much you inspire people to create 💖

Hi Rachel! I don’t know if it means much coming from a random stranger on the internet, but I think you’re hilarious! You are honestly my biggest inspiration and you’ve really helped me to be confident in who I am, even if I am kind of strange at times. Your videos are always the highlight of my day!

Rachel, I hope you know that a huge amount of us will watch you whether you feel confident or not, whether you feel funny or not, or whether you post less regularly or not. Take care of yourself and be nice to yourself!

Hi Rachel, i love your videos! At 61, I've powered through several times in my life. It's good and gets you through some tough times, but eventually you burn out. There is another option, though - give yourself a break with the space and time you need to process. It will be okay. ❤

Rachel, I rarely comment on this channel but I fel like saying that you are one of my favourite people on this platform and your content brings me so so much joy. Thank you so much 🌿

I’m sorry to hear that you’ve been riding the struggle bus often of late. So relatable, and it’s rough when that happens. Cheering you on and sending you so much encouragement for everything you are dealing with. And, for what it’s worth, I find the things coming out of your mouth hilarious and delightful!

Rachel thank you so much for spreading the energy of accepting your imperfections and embracing the experience of creating as it is, without overboard perfectionism and self criticizing I wanna support you if you're still dealing with self doubt and tell you that your values and image on the internet has helped me a whole bunch to treat myself better and be gentle to things around me, appreciating their history. I am sure I'm not the only one whom you inspired greatly.❤

I've started saying "and we have fun here" when things get weird at work 😂 I'd love to say the perfect encouraging thing to help you with life right now, but lil muscle guy already says it all! So just know somewhere out there a complete stranger is genuinely rooting for you!

Anyone else really want a super cut of all the B Roll nature breaks?

I made a pillow to house my childhood stuffed animal that is now little more then fluff, some fabric and string. Was quite satisfying to make, if a tad emotional cause I knew I'd never actually see my Puffy again. But she lives on my bed now. However! You had inspired me to make more pillows. My weekly budget would like a word.

I'm NOT a home renovation DIY kinda guy so I look at these thumbnails and titles and think "Meh, don't know if it's for me." I'm always reminded what keeps me coming back for more. Hyundai's have hotdog storage.

when you said “i could never cut that crisp of a line in wood” i wanted to reach into the screen and say YES YOU CANNNN!!!! i have never worked with wood, and have zero experience with the level of craft that you already have and i thought i would give a try, and i cut a wavy shelf with a jigsaw on the first try!!! you could defffff do it!

Don't be silly, Rachel. *Everybody* laughs at the word 'caulking'. (Trust me, I worked with construction dudes for several years.) Congrats on the new massive bed for Frodo lol

Rachel, girly, I'm gonna need you to do a lipstick collection video one day because I'm always obsessed with your lip shades 😍 Especially the reds

On a side note, have you ever thought of making an entire video of just thunderstorms for all to enjoy? I would watch it a billion times. :D

13:30 - Your "B-roll" of nature, window panes, etc. is always SO beautiful! Obviously the activities of our beloved red-headed craft goblin are the main attraction, but those transitions and nature scenes are such a nice touch, and always SO well done! I don't know if anyone compliments you on that part very often, but know that it is appreciated!

Confetti... The party decor version of craft herpes. 😬 Also, kinda jealous. This is super cute! Imagine reading in there on a story day? 💖

Oh alcove beds were my dream bed as a child!! 🤩

I'm a new subscriber, but had previously seen a couple of your videos. I've watched several now and love them all. From ones in your Grandmother's house to your current home and renos. I love watching home projects, but also your creative process to come up with content and express that in a very artful way. I am a 70 year young woman living in Salem Oregon. Also an artist and someone who has always thrifted and given items a second home. My asthetic was always inspired by how masterpiece theatre used to begin, showing old literature and travel items on a table. I called it, world traveler, or grandma's attic. But in modern times they call it Boho. So, as a new and older person to your channel, continue to be your true self. We live in times where people are so intimidated to be themselves and hide their personalities. You are refreshing. Continue in all the inspiration you wish to share.

Rachel, you have been such an inspiration to me. After finding your channel 2 years ago, you have helped me learn that perfectionism doesn't have to control one's self. You have also helped me learn to give myself grace and love yourself even if you mess up. To have fun and enjoy yourself through the creative process of a project. As a fellow artist, thank you. You remind me that I am not alone in feeling self doubt and perfectionism. Reading all these comments has also shown me that we don't have to strive to be perfect, but to enjoy the process and do the best we can! You are so talented, lovely, and funny! Thank you for showing us the real you, because we desperately need it!!

I worked at Lowe’s once upon a time, and “caulking” never stops being funny!

If you keep using foam, you'll never get those woodworking skills! You can do it, we believe in you!!

Mrs. Ma'am, from someone who watches your videos all the time and doesn't comment enough, this video is golden. Also, for what it's worth, life is 💯 lifing right now and you're not alone. You're badass and got this. We've GOT THIS!! 👊

Your home makeover videos are some of my favorite.

Girl, you just bring me so much joy. This video came at the exact perfect time today. Thank you for being you! Beautiful decor!

You could totally do this with a vintage twin bed headboard. Sometimes they sell them for next to nothing because they are missing their foodboards too so you could do it on the cheap for real! Love this so much!

This is 🔥!! The maximalist in me would peel and stick wallpaper on the inside walls

I have the same ivy leaf pillows! And Rachel said we're friends! I feel so special!

So sorry you have been struggling. You are amazing, never doubt that, and talented as hell! Life sucks sometimes, but always try to find at least 3 things every day to be grateful for, it will help, remember energy flows where your attention goes! 😊

Watching you sketch curves like that makes me feel so normal and seen. When you're raised with the intent of becoming an artist, if you can't draw perfect curves or draw in a photo realistic style, people laugh at you and treat you poorly. I am great at other things, and Rachel is too! You're amazing Rachel! Thanks for sharing with us! ❤

This'll probably get buried but you are legit my favorite person on KZfaq. You are so relatable and I always love seeing what you come up with. The self doubt can be loud but honestly, your stuff is always top notch and makes me smile 😊 thank you!

Me: my mental health is dicey I need background noise whilst I iron a million triangles for this entirely too ambitious project OMG NEW RACHEL MAKSY

I once got recruited to do a bunch of foam-cutting work for my college (we carved the school logo out of foam and got the freshmen to fight each other with the letters) and my teacher invested in this bandsaw-shaped foam-cutting hot wire table thing… it felt silly at the time but it actually worked really well to get perpendicular cuts even in really thick soft foam! It might be useful, albeit… ‘spency. Anyway, it’s really cool seeing your progression with sculpting and foam and Apoxie from the lamp to the chair to this bed!! The design work is so cute, too 🪴Watching you always inspires me to keep making stuff no matter how busy I am ✌️😆

Some cute little green ropes with tassels to hold the curtains off to the side would look amazing! Attached to the inside walls of the alcove so you couldn't see where they are attached and then you could drape them with that classic swooping look😊❤

Hey Rachel! I’ve made a bunch of pillows in my life, just wanted to give you a tip; If you are reusing fluff or if the fluff you are using is compacted, take the the time to pull it apart and refluff it. This makes your pillow softer and gets rid of the lumpiness. They are a lot easier to fluff and I feel like it makes them last longer before they get all flat and uncomfortable

Wake up fellas Rachel posted a new video

THE MOMENT SHE POST?! IM HERE!!!!!!!!!!!

I feel like tie backs with tassels would be a cherry on top

Love how you are so proud of your cute pillow when you’ve some some crazy amazing cosplay projects. Just goes to show how we should celebrate the smaller wins too

Her bangs look so pretty!

rachel video on a friday night YUHHHHHHHHHHHH.

I love how to approach your creativity. I'm also very chaotic and will just get an idea in my head for no reason. You just let it go and become whatever your brain says. Also I love you cat.

I would genuinely watch an hour long video of the aesthetic rain fall from your porch at different angles

"she's okay. She just fears change." Me too, kitty... Me too 😂

i know that Rachel is a hugely busy person but i feel like a community theater near her would absolutely benefit from her many talents! sincerely, a begrudging theatre kid lol

✨But you ARE funny!!! And so so much more, you’re lovely and real and you share the problems and the down bits which makes us root for you and you work stuff out one way or another which makes us proud of you. It’s you , your personality- all of it, that we love. When it’s tough be kind to yourself and know that if we could, soo many of us would sit with you for a chat, a coffee and to make you giggle. You are uniquely wonderful and delightful and allowed to move through the ups & downs of life. Thank you for the richness you add to life and for your creative joy which encourages me to find my creativity too 🤗🙌🏼🍄🦉🍓🌞🐸Rachel👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼Rachel👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🐸💕🍄

We don’t expect you to be funny all of the time, love you just the way you are 😊

Whimsical impracticality team LETS GOOOOOO

I literally cannot believe how perfect your video timing is for me. I always said when I finally bought my own home, I'd be using your videos as inspiration (I've been saying that for like 5 years). I moved into my home a week ago today and it has an alcove bed!!! That I want to upgrade!!! Ugh, thank you as always for sharing your vision with us.

I hope you're doing better now Rachel. We love you! I'm a new england girlie who has unfortunately been transplanted to the desert, and your channel gives me a little bit of home and a little bit of fun. I'm not a sewer or a crafter, I'm specifically here just for your vibes (although if you began to dabble in jewelry making I would LOVE that I miss a blow torch in the morning). At the risk of seeming very parasocial, your internet friends wish you all the best. You deserve great things! ❤

Just left a Live C2C! Rachel ALWAYS takes precedence ALWAYS!

My level of sanity is that the Hotdog Quest was my favorite part. (Aside from Binx gracing us with her presence) You're doing great, Rachel! Hang in there.

I absolutely needed the section with the little muscle suit guy

Rachel, you need to look into composition ornaments! They're relatively cheap, and they're the same sort of thing that was used to make decorative flourishes on antique furniture, picture frames, etc. They're basically glue and something to bulk it out, and you can either apply them with glue, or steam them to reactivate the glue they're made with and soften the ornaments so they can be manipulated and formed to your surface. I suspect you would have a BLAST with them.

"putting the 'whim' in 'whimsy'" is a shirt I would buy lol The window turned out darling, and I am afflicted with such envy that words fail me. All it needs is a bookshelf within reach, or a cute little side table for warm beverages!

rachel video on a friday night YUHHHHHHHHHHHH

What a charming idea! I love your stuff. When you are doubting yourself, please know your videos have helped me overcome my own issues with finishing things. My mantra is "Good enough!!!".

I think you are forgetting that we cannot see as closely as you can. That looks absolutely perfect on screen. What a cute idea. Good job once again.

Alcove beds are awesome! Yours came out so cool and pretty!😊😊😊

Rachel! I just wanted to say you’re my favorite content creator on this platform. You not only inspire me but your videos give me comfort when I’m having bad mental health days. Please keep doing what you’re doing! You gave me the confidence to start sewing finally and now it’s all I do even tho I’m not great at it but hearing you talk about how perfection shouldn’t be the goal it gives me the courage to keep going.