For those who are interested in this kind of video, here’s a look at my current sewing pattern collection, some of the more ridiculous patterns I have, and how I store them. This is more of a talky video, mostly me being an awkward human being, no real educational value I’m afraid.
But hopefully maybe some entertainment value… even if it’s only cringe humor
I really hope that it’s not
Sometimes I watch other people’s KZfaq videos and I’m just baffled at how comfortable they seem, how naturally they speak in front of the camera (or voiceover) I understand it’s the sort of thing that comes with practice, or at least I hope, but it’s difficult to imagine them ever tripping over their words or speaking in a stilted manner. It’s so easy to see other people, sewers, artists, youtubers & such, and assume they have always been that adept. Especially when you only see the final result, and have no idea of the process it took to achieve it.
Rationally I understand that everyone starts out somewhere, and most people kinda suck when they start out. Progress comes with experience, and it’s not always linear.
But emotionally it can feel like I’m surrounded by people who are infinitely and inherently more skilled than I can ever hope to be. That no matter how hard I try to make progress I will always be behind.
Kind of a bummer
...Anyways, you can find more information about the projects I pictured on my blog:
Forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.com
Kiki‘s delivery service
Dress: forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Bag: forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Bow: forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Yoga shorts
forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Swimsuit
forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Wrap
forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Backpack
forgotten-trinkets.blogspot.c...
Blue fairy
• Costume Making Videos
Patterns Shown in order of appearance mcCall’s 6800, simplicity 1254, McCall’s 7356, McCall’s 6959, simplicity 8049, simplicity 8139, simplicity 0757, Simplicity 1371, McCall’s 7261, simplicity 1563, simplicity 0749, McCall’s 7168, simplicity 1300, McCall’s 7306, simplicity 8528, simplicity 4080, simplicity 1736, simplicity 8361, simplicity 8044, simplicity 8069
Also, FYI I didn't buy them all at once. I picked up like 2 or 3 at a time over the course of years...I don't know if that makes things any better ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Edit:
In regards to COPPA and the FTC,
While I’ve worked hard to make my content accessible and enjoyable to a broad audience, my content is not intended for young children. I regularly use potentially hazardous tools to create art including open flames, heavy gauge wire, sharp pins & sewing needles, razor blades, as well as a sewing machine & serger. These are tools no child should be using unsupervised, and by extension, children should not be watching these videos without supervision. I’m so happy when parents tell me my videos inspired them to create art with their kids. I think arts and crafts are a wonderful way to connect people of all ages, but not all arts and crafts are appropriate for young children, and should not be attempted without attentive supervision and guidance.
My videos are not intended for children. To those that would suggest that anything relating to fantasy, magic, fairies, and angels must be created for children, I’d point out the existence of shows like Carnival Row, Game of Thrones, Lost Girl, True Blood(Spoiler: series contains fairies), Good Omens, Lucifer, The Chilling Adventures of Sabrina, and many more, are compelling evidence to the contrary.
Additionally, according to KZfaq analytics less than 5% of my audience falls in the 13-17 age range (the youngest age group KZfaq analytics provides data on) and the vast majority of my audience is over 20.
Also, a little update on me: I have been going through one of the worst periods of depression I’ve experienced in quite some time. I’ve barely been able to get out of bed for the past 3 months. My mental health has all but abandoned me, my physical health is suffering, and I don’t have the means or access to seek professional help. This has contributed to the lack of updates on all of my social media platforms. However, these developments with KZfaq, COPPA, and the FTC, have been less than encouraging and this very well could mean the end of my channel.
To anyone who’s enjoyed watching my videos, thank you. It’s nice to know I’ve brought people a bit of happiness.
Thank you for all of the kind and supportive comments! I hope you continue to find inspiration and happiness through creativity and art