Christmas Costuming Crisis at the Circus - Sewing a New Costume in Rehearsals!

Join me as I panic sew a new costume for opening night WHILE in the middle of day-long rehearsals for the very same show! Let the race against the clock begin 😊
Have we known that we were going to be doing this contract since mid-summer? Yes. Did they give us the seal of approval to wear our own costumes for the show? Also yes. Then how on Earth did I wind up juggling day-long rehearsals with panic sewing for our opening night? .... you'll have to watch to find out 🤣
I want to be very clear about something, though, that maybe didn't come across as strongly in the video as in real life: the company we're working for made it clear that our comfort and safety was priority #1, that we could use our own costumes if we weren't comfortable with their options, and that they would like to continue to explore options to more fully integrate us aesthetically into the show, but that the most important thing was our safety (and we appreciated that)!!
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[@ShannonMakes]

I want to be very clear about something that maybe didn't come across as strongly in the video as in real life: the company we're working for made it clear that our comfort and safety was priority #1, that we could use our own costumes if we weren't comfortable with their options, and that, while they would like to more fully integrate us aesthetically into the show, the most important thing was our safety (and we appreciated that)!!

[@tuffgirl922]

I love the travel style of crafting from this video! It's not a production, it's an exact view of what you accomplished under the circumstances you had to deal with. And that makes this video perfect in an imperfect way, as it should be!

[@dawsie]

I understood that, considering how you are held with just one arm at one point, knowing your costume would be priority one, you know how your vests are made you know they will standup to the task in your act, wearing someone else’s vest be it commercially bought or made by wardrobe you would always have a niggling doubt in the back of your mind. I have a cousin who does figure skating she used a costume once made commercially and it nearly cost her career in figure skating as it failed. All her costumes she either makes or my Aunt makes for her. She was laid up for 8 months after the costume did exactly as you showed, it bagged out when her partner lifted her up over his head, she broke her leg and he broke his arm now both of their costumes are made in house as we say. One side had not been made correctly whereas the other side had been. It took just a split second as her costume split ripped and dumped her and her partner down on the ice and because of the way they do the lift, his arm has to lock in place at the elbows to maintain the lift, because of this he could not even react and release in-time as her body slid down that arm they were both a mess. They were just glad that it happened in the dress rehearsal and not in front of the judges and audience as the audience would have been just as traumatised by it as they had been. It was over a year before they were confident enough to get back into the competition circuit.

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

@@dawsie 😳

[@lesliemckinley9615]

Please don't apologize. This was an enjoyable race against time video. Haven't all crafters/makers had a time in our lives when we finished a project well yet in the nick of time? Well done, Shannon!

[@anitahebert1511]

I love behind the scenes and the race to get it ready in time. I am a horribly slow sewist, and I applaud your ingenuity (you ironing in the refreshment stand was hilarious). Looking forward to your vlog!

[@angelbear_og]

In which Shannon accidentally demonstrates how you can sew with minimal equipment (cans as weights, rolled towel as ham) and time. Great job! Also, the video is great! 🥰"Perfection is the enemy of good."

[@ShannonMakes]

LOL yesss, thank you! Also let's add minimal cutting/work surfaces (in size, not in variety, because there was a WIDE variety of cut surfaces used lol) 🥰🤣✂️

[@mamadragon2581]

I thought this came out great. Honestly, I don't think a more "polished" presentation would have caught the urgency of the situation so well. And it was urgent! Holy cannoli, putting a vest together so fast while involved in time-consuming and strenuous rehearsals is amazing. It was also fascinating to learn just what can go into costuming decisions for your act.

[@ShannonMakes]

Very true, good point! Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@annazann7236]

Good enough lighting, good focus, interesting 'insider's perspective. What's not to like?

[@Emmajen]

Right?! Shannon is so awesome!

[@ConnieAcree]

I agree. Shannon is a wonderful seamstress. Doing it under pressure and with limited space and time, she is a genius.

[@heatherk.8182]

I’m glad you posted the video in spite of your hesitation. It’s so cool to see a glimpse into your life as a performer and the quality of the video was honestly not bad at all. So glad your vest worked out. It looks great!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@heatherk.8182]

Can’t wait! 😄

[@bdgies2721]

As a former dance mom, I can relate. 😂 Had flashbacks to hand-sewing a costume for one dance while the kids were already on stage in a different costume. Well done, you.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to check out Vlogmas for more sewing/circus crossover! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@elizabethclaiborne6461]

It was fine - panicky video of panic sewing in the usual style of stage movies and Mardi Gras. It’s a genre piece! Sewing is about problem solving and so is the video.

[@ShannonMakes]

"a genre piece" ...love that, gonna use that for all my questionable content from here on out ;-)

[@fashionmakiroll]

I'm just so impressed that you rehearsed a new show AND made a new costume piece AND and made a video about it all in three days!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you, it was definitely a lot!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@sonipitts]

I loved this video, despite (or because of) the so-called flaws. I am a fan of having a mix of behind-the-scenes/slice-of-life type vlogs along with the more polished content, since it offers a consented peek into a world/lifestyle/reality that I would never get to otherwise experience. The filming challenges just become a part of that IRL experience

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! 🥰🥰🥰 That's quite true, honestly!

[@MtlQwn]

I don't know about anyone else but I love the chaotic nature of last min making it work no matter what vibe of this video. 🥰🥰 This video speaks to how most of my sewing gets done. 😅

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the chaotic adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@ivywells2909]

I'm glad you released this, it reflects the mood of the situation very well and tells a compelling story.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! 🥰🫶♥️

[@jenniferbakos6913]

You showed us a day in your life , and that is fantastic. Thank you for letting us have a peek . Do not doubt yourself, ever 😊

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@amyturpen4726]

First time commenter here. I'm glad you filmed & posted this. Showing REAL world situations makes your video more relatable. I'm not a sewist but really enjoy your content. Perfection can be over rated & intimidating for those considering taking up a new hobby. So kudos for allowing the chaos of life to be acknowledged truthfully.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure and realism! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@CarJul666]

I love behind the scenes videos. And this one is incredibly interesting. Costume making, speed sewing, great improvisation and circus performing in one video.🤯 My absolute favourite behind the scenes video ever! Don't worry about poor lighting or other things you can't control. We understand and we're happy that you take time to record videos when you're this busy. Thanks for a very good video.❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@ghostsandcoffee126]

I like both these more behind-the-scenes style and more cinematic style videos equally. I think they both show different parts of the artistry behind sewing/knitting that can't necessarily be caught by the other style. 💙

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@zuzanadubravcova1307]

I love this video. Seeing a little bit of preparation for a show is one thing, but details about costumes like joining two layers so you won't slip from your colleague's hand is so fascinating. Thank you for this

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@canuckotter]

I'm just gonna join the chorus here... I loved the video! And the "flaws" just made it better. The vibes felt more like a friend bringing us along for a glimpse of a life that is completely foreign to most of us... And it's the kind of combination of factors that only you could produce. It was lovely! And I'm super glad you released it.

[@ShannonMakes]

awww, thank you!! I appreciate that! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@herebecause]

I loved the peek into your circus life! 🎪 This was the perfect crossover video

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@Kelsey-rb6yi]

I cringed when you pulled out the fabric scissors to cut the pattern! You can ask the front desk of the hotel if they have any scissors that you could borrow if you run into that in the future. I’m so glad you posted this, even with your uncertainty. There’s so little reality on the internet anymore and I’m glad you’ve always been willing to share your successes and trials with us. Can’t wait to see the show in a few weeks, super excited after these little sneak peaks 😃

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and the realism... although occasionally cutting paper, especially not super thin paper like this, with your fabric scissors will not harm them at all. The hotel staff was lovely but I didn't feel like running all over the hotel when I could just use what I had at hand ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@pamdavis40]

It was great! Real life is not about perfection, it is about working with what you have. You did amazing, that vest is adorable. Thank you for releasing it.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@kingcat1203]

I love seeing how these skills come in handy for your circus work, and the reality of how chaotic this situation was for you. I like to sew my own costumes for my acts, but I'm a hobbyist circus performer so I've never had the restrictions of a contract like that. I'm amazed at how you were able to pull something together under those conditions! Looking forward to the future vlogs as well

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you during Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@Nessi-dances]

Oh yikes! That would have given me so much anxiety! I really hope they paid you more for such a mess up. The vest turned out great! Vlogs (especially backstage ones) are supposed to be chaos, you did a great job. The intermittent chaos vlog helps to highlight your at-home editing skills. 💜

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, appreciated the editing skills, and be I hope to see you during Vlogmas for more circus/crafting crossover content!! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@nettie607]

Thank you, Shannon for this glimpse into your life on the road. I am a retired opera singer, and you helped me remember the feelings of being on the road, performing, and frantically repairing a costume. It was fun and exciting, and everything I loved. At least I never had to make something from scratch! I would love to see more videos like this one. It was also fun to get to see a it of your performance. Happy Holidays!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and the backstage memories, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@TheFeralFarmgirl]

As soon as I watched you pull out the white dritz pencil, I gasped and said " oh no!" Those things are crap. I hate them. I wish they would make something better. You really went above and beyond for this job. Congrats on it coming out so well.

[@ShannonMakes]

lol so glad to know it's not just me/ "user error"!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@cindabearr]

Pro tip - most hotels have laundry facilities for long term guests. If they don't, they will have machines for their own use (laundering the bed linens and towels). If they don't have guest facilities, management may allow you to use their laundry in an extreme (and interesting) case such as this. Just so you're aware. I get it that the time was SUPER tight and it didn't necessarily matter in the long run, but if it ever does matter, now you know! Love this video - I hope you get a troupe seamstress pay allotment! You saved their butts!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! Yes, most hotels have laundry, but that would have delayed me almost a full day (remember that I had to be at rehearsals every day, for the vast majority of the day, so even if I could get the fabric in, I couldn't get it out, then into the dryer, then out again in a timely manner), and also, since it's 100% polyester, it almost certainly wouldn't have shrunk AND I have had very mixed results with hotel machines... but I do appreciate your comment and concern! Just made a call in the moment about what was best in my circumstances

[@lovemesomeslippers]

Hotel in house machine are huge. They probably wouldn’t fire one up for one piece of fabric and would frown at putting dark fabric in with linens.

[@waqupi]

its not up to the same standard as your other videos, but its still really enjoyable! this just shows a different part of your life and how sewing helps with your performance work. and its REALLY good quality imo for having been shot in a hotel and by rehersals!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@wendyreynolds2261]

Great job all the way around! I'm glad you released the video bc I think it reminds us all that, sometimes, conditions are not ideal. You adapted and overcame the challenges beautifully! Oh, and Tarzan appeared amusingly lost and confused in JoAnn's!😂

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ And yes, it was a rather bemused Tarzan 🤣

[@tinayoga8844]

The lighting was fine. The sound was more than fine. The story was FANTASTIC.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! So glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@thetimelesscostumemaker1266]

You did a great job! As a theater costumer I totally understand the pressure and urgency at times for shows. And I too work better under pressure of a deadline than any other time. Loved the video.

[@11orana]

In a community theater production of "The Curious Savage," as the only person who could sew in the group, I had to quickly make a cocktail dress for a character who was onstage for only a few seconds. They'd ordered a lovely dress for her and it turned out to be made of crinkly gold PLASTIC. Not exactly what we wanted for the production.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed and understood the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@thetimelesscostumemaker1266]

@@ShannonMakes I can't wait for your Vlogmas content! I hope someday your circus tours might bring you to Kansas.

[@wingsinthewood]

I'm excited for your vlogs! On the matter of the videos and your standards, I think it's really reasonable to have a different standard when you are in a different setting with different equipment. I thought you gave us an amazing and fun look into your world. Thank you!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, I'll see you for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@darlagraham7934]

That fabric is so pretty! And the vest turned out great. I am glad you posted the video, and didn't even notice any decreased quality because it was so perfectly slice-of-life. If it had been perfectly lit and shot, it would look like it was staged. This way we really know it was a time crunch during a very busy time! ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@shellylarsen5494]

I’m glad to see some “real life”crisis sewing! I feel like we’ve all been there, yet we tend to think we’re the only ones who’ve been caught unprepared, under equipped, or waaaay too short on time. Seeing others overcome those obstacles validates my own experience. Thank you!

[@ShannonMakes]

You're very welcome, glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope you'll join me for Vlogmas too 😊

[@nostalgicreveur7166]

Oh my goodness! Congrats on successfully rushing a vest! I am not often a fan of vlogs, but I adore your content and quite enjoyed this episode. I will definitely tune in for the rest. The struggle against perfectionism is neverending, however I am grateful you released this video

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you so much!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I hope to see you during Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@SusieQ3]

Ok, so I understand not wanting to release this video because of quality, but this is something that really happened. This was a whole series of challenges you had to face and overcome, and getting to witness that process was really quite the experience. Thank you for sharing this with us.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@deborahc398]

Oh my gosh - my heart was actually pounding watching this! The filming style was perfect for the subject matter, and I really enjoyed seeing the "behind the scenes". Can't wait to see more!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas for even more! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@katyliljeholm1672]

I was a touring puppeteer in a two-person production of The Reluctant Dragon (17 foot, smoke breathing dragon and everything), in which my puppeteering partner and I were both live-action characters, dressed as medieval peasants, as well as the puppeting the puppets. One show we did, I left my costume behind and didn't realize until we were 2 hours in to a 5 hour drive to do a school show the next morning so we stopped off at, I think a Wal*Mart is what we found, and I cobbled together what I could in the motel room that night, sans sewing machine. It was definitely a "nobody get too close to me and see what this costume really looks like" kind of situation. You brought back a fun memory!

[@ShannonMakes]

omg, what an absolutely wild ride... I literally live for these sort of chaotic, THE SHOW MUST GO ON, "let's make it work" type scenarios!!

[@katyliljeholm1672]

@@ShannonMakes Me, too!

[@gadgetgirl02]

This was an amazing video! Re: the contract, you *demonstrated* how they were as a client when you showed they gave you access to the wardrobe's sewing machines, and just that when you said, "that's not going to work, I'm making my own" and they just let you get on with it. Having said that, I really hope someone was suitably impressed: "AND they can make their own costumes on the fly if there's nothing in wardrobe already!" Because that is legendary-level stuff.

[@paulaneary7877]

AWESOME! I am so proud of you! You did great! I really enjoyed this video. I am so glad you filmed and released it. Great job Shannon!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@dragonchild569]

I LOVED this video! it was so much fun to see a less polished Shannon. I love your normal videos too, but I love this sort of spontaneous fly by the seat of your pants thrown in every now and then. It shows that things don't always go as planned, but we make the best of what we have, and it's ok. I'm so glad you released this. I was super fun to watch, and also very interesting to see behind the curtain so to speak, as to how your "day job" works. I'm all for more like this 🥰😍

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@KayDubs77]

Super cute vest! Panic costume sewing is my default setting - though I'm more "Renaissance Faire" than "Cirque du Soleil"... I'm glad you got it done in time and was able to use a sewing machine and serger. For a minute I thought that you might have to do the entire thing by hand and I got a little nervous! I love the video and the more casual vlog style too!

[@ShannonMakes]

the thought of having to do the whole thing by hand DEFINITELY crossed my mind too 😭😭 Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@alexbaldwin3827]

Always love the tantalising glimpses of your other life; you're so talented at crafting but the night job is seriously impressive

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to join along for Vlogmas if you want even more backstage glimpses! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@lunarsma8446]

As long as you're inspired, Shannon- Be forgiving, footloose and fancy-free! I am here for it!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! 🥰🥰 Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@amybadger]

I thoroughly enjoyed this video. It is considerably more relatable to my current sewing situation with 2 little ones actively trying to undo things I do while asking 'Why' 500 times. I enjoy both your most polished and your most realistic probing in a concession stand. Also, I love the glimpse of circus life! Can't wait for Vlogmas.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you during Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@Nayomee1213]

I truly enjoyed every second of this video!! Watching you problem solve, while you gave us sneak peeks at behind the scenes stuff, felt like a gift!! Also...I shall neva complain againnn, about lack of space to cut and work, after watching you manage it beautifully!! Lol! I do enjoy those moments when you get a nice mindshift change, bc you watched someone else do something with grace, and realized that things could go better for yerself, if you just tweak your attitude towards it! ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and the mindset shift, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more cheerful circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@EternalRanger337]

I echo the many comments about the video being a great demonstration of what is possible, especially with your foresight to bring a few basic materials, tools and patterns. The video 'style' definitely added to that as well. Also I appreciated the discussion of the safety requirements of your costume - for someone who loves costumes, but is not a performer, that information really helped me understand the urgency / need to create a vest for yourself.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@aksez2u]

I LOVED this video! The panic-sewing, performing and behind-the-scenes aspects were super fun to see!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@crystilmurch5659]

I absolutely loved this! Super fascinating seeing more of the other part of your life. Also really interesting learning about costume requirements, etc. There is absolutely nothing wrong with a vlog style video being a vlog style video that just has sewing in it as opposed to a proper sewing video. :)

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@wingedmessenger2]

It is so cool to see your sewing world, and working world come together, even if it was crazy hectic for you. Your vest was really nice, even considering the low-quality fabric, and crazy time constraints. It turned out great!

[@marykubasak]

Loved this one, I’ve been in the SCA for decades and the sewing to a tight deadline is exhilarating!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@photographydogsarcherybaking]

Hahaha I adore the opening! Its awesome that you are able to make this in such a short time. Its great that you are able to sew this and be ready for the show

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! 😊

[@SarcasticShrubbery]

This is such a fun video! I love seeing your circus performer life as well as your sewing life, and seeing those two interface is even better. I couldn't care less about lighting or video quality :)

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

They are lucky to have you ❤❤❤phil is soo adorable! Sweetie go easier on yourself . It was nice to see more background on the show ! ❤ definitely do a vogmas!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

@@ShannonMakes also should mention a parcel is on its way to Minnesota !

[@ShannonMakes]

Oh yay! I’m so excited to open them all after the tour!!

[@pakedermsfavs9080]

@@ShannonMakes soo another video to reveal the goodies ! 😆😍

[@user-zb7uh2ob1r]

Incredible! I thought Shannon might travel with a little travel sewing machine! She is an amazing seamstress.

[@KarenM2012]

Just here to agree with everyone about the imperfections in filming not mattering one bit. Loved it and am looking forward to the vlogmas videos!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@celticgoddess81]

I loved seeing this! You did a great job with the chaos!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@Noyle91]

Guuuurl please! Your normal vids are awesome, beautiful and meticulous, but this one is lovely and real and challenging, almost an action-sewing video! I LOVED IT. You are just so cute and talented, everything you put out is always fun to watch! Thank you for releasing this, and I hope you'll some day come to Italy, so that I can actually come to see you perform 💜💜💜 Can't wait to see the vlogs!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! I've performed more times in/near Rome than any other city in the world, so you might be in luck (depending where in Italy you live) 🤣🇮🇹🤌 Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you at Vlogmas for more sewing/circus crossover! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@mollylawless503]

I too appreciate that this was a real live event, not polished and airbrushed for perfection. It makes it seem more like something that we your followers could do. Thank you 🎉

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@rosacanisalba]

Commenting purely for the algae riddem cos far more people should be watching you!

[@bernedicte5860]

A French youtuber often asks us to tickle the algorithm:)

[@ShannonMakes]

@bernedicte5860 omg, that's fricking awesome, I love that!! Which KZbinr is that?

[@ShannonMakes]

@rosacanisalba thank youuuuu!

[@bernedicte5860]

@@ShannonMakes Philippe from Voyages Voyages (Vanlife and videography)

[@apcolleen]

I agree the lack of polish on the video didn't reduce the message of the video. So no worries there. Also I loved Tarzan lol. I used to have a 6 ft 10 friend. He drove a hilariously small car just to weird people out.

[@ShannonMakes]

LOL, I love that!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@janespond922]

Take a bow! You showed how talented , dedicated, and resourceful you are ! You also had me on the edge of my seat and willing you to get the job done! I loved your video❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@isabellalucia7820]

Ohhh. Xtra special Xmas gift from Shannon - glimpses of her worlds colliding! Thank you so much. (And yes, we’re good with the fact that colliding worlds don’t come with impeccable edits)

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you, glad you enjoyed it! (although, having still spent over 20 hours editing it, I'm gonna assume you mean the *filming* is less than impeccable, because the editing was very much on par with everything else 🤣🤣) ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@Wensday-Adams]

Great video. Love the candid shots and the IRL views. It really showcases the varying situations which, those of us who craft, work around while pouring ourselves into what we love. Also much love to the assist camera operator catching you while working.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, I'll pass the appreciation on to aforementioned camera operator! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@leticiabernardes8203]

I usually don't leave comments, but I really liked this video and I'm glad you posted it. I think the chaotic nature of the footage helped benefit the story you were telling.

[@ShannonMakes]

Aww, thank you. I appreciate you de-lurking to leave your vote of confidence 🫶🫶 I'm glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I hope to see you for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@annieearle962]

You are amazingly talented young lady…..you and Phil’s industry is so admirable. You live a very full life. Congratulations.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you 😊

[@blufaerie]

You had me at Tarzan.😂😂😂 I love seeing parts of rehearsal! What a great career you have!❤ This video was real and awesome!

[@ShannonMakes]

LOL thank you, & I'm glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@irenecoermann2439]

I am so impressed with your ability to improvise and sew under these circumstances. Thanks for sharing!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@cattiebrownfield-fitzgeral4074]

As a theatrical costumer, I truly enjoyed your vlog. I have ' guerilla sewed' more times than I can recall. It was great to show a brief glimpse into what the daily process of performance is about. It takes a team of people to roll with the punches. The why becomes secondary to the immediate success of the production. Great job at making it happen! I'd love to see more vlogs like this. I love to follow along with your adventures!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed & related to the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@mheinzle]

Yes! More chaos with Shannon. I loved it! Also loved the behind-the-scenes shots of your (other) job.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@ariettasvintagelife]

I loved watching the behind the scenes and how you can make a beautiful garment with minimum recources and time! I'm glad you decided to upload this video because it was very interesting and entertaining! I always take inspiration from you in filmimg and editing as well as sewing! 🥰🥰

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@Kalissa313]

Thank you for sharing this craziness. ❤😂 I can really relate both with last minute sewing from my costuming days as well as generally being in similar situations at work which has nothing to do with sewing but can still result in shenanigans. Personally, it is the story telling in your videos that keeps me coming back, not necessarily the quality (which is also great). Slice of life and behind the scenes videos will also always be popular, I believe, for how relatable they are.

[@ShannonMakes]

So true, and thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@harperreads]

The video totally worked! The way it was shot totally added to the feeling of the video. I am so impressed that you finished the vest under those circumstances in that time frame. Wonderful work!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@redrosedancer]

I've had nightmares like this, having to create a costume piece hours before an event. Watching this video has made me appreciate that it CAN be done, even if the conditions for making the piece are not fully comfortable. Well done, thank you for sharing!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, it definitely CAN be done, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@mayeejun]

Lighting *and* a table! How demanding! 😂

[@ShannonMakes]

hahah, right?!!? 🤣

[@deb.m.7458]

An absolutely fascinating glimpse into the life of a circus performer. It helps to have a partner that is like minded and supportive. Shannon, you represent most sewists. We are practical and want to do what we love with what’s at hand and create it ourselves. A nice change from the arm chair discussions on new patterns, huge fabric hauls, all being filmed behind a perfect backdrop. You keep doing you ❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thanks so much! 😊

[@lizzaturnbull]

It’s fantastic to see you living and sewing in all circumstances! I for one loved it! Well done 👏👏👏

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you! 😊 Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@kida4star]

Proof that sewing is an apocalypse skill! Us makers gonna figure out a way. Love this video!

[@ShannonMakes]

LOL so true, so true! Thank you!!

[@nicolet3729]

❤❤what an amazing job you did, not only on the vest but with filming too, so much to do in an already busy schedule. Thank you for posting it, as a beginner home sewer, I ‘make do’ with spaces and resources all the time, it may not always be comfortable but skills are learnt along the way which is invaluable ❤❤

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and you might want to check out my "Sewing on a Shoestring" and "Tiny Budget, Average Tools, AMAZING Clothes" videos for some great tips for sewing with limited resources! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@poisongothik]

Just the fact that you filmed at all is amazing, don't beat yourself up, this is a great video! Had a lot of fun watching, and I imagine you had even more making it, that's what's important!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@kaianielsen-roine2196]

I love this video! It really encapsulates the craziness of last minute show prep, especially the changes that have to happen to make circus costumes functional. I love how the vest came out!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@simpleighh.383]

Before you even shared your doubts I thought that was a great video. I enjoy getting the views of your world. I know nothing about filming and tech. I don’t think you’re lowering your bar. Life happens and you are kind enough to share it. Thank you

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@Misty_Murphy]

Shannon!!! I loooooved the video and the tight constraints you were under. Perfectionism gets to the best of us. This was absolutely fantastic!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more circus/sewing crossover content! ♥️💛🎪💛♥

[@vivianramsay2527]

I've done panic sewing ! Two kids, lost notes from the teacher, and "Oh, yea, mom I need this for the assembly program tomorrow!!😮😮😮You totally Rocked it !! Shannon never apologize for your vids !! 😁😁👍👍👍

[@carissakirksey6606]

I love it! I've never seen guerilla sewing before, so it is a standard all its own! I just enjoy watching people create, so anything you may post I will happily watch!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and I'll see you for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@liddybird3608]

I'm glad you decided to release this video! Your life is so different from mine, so interesting, I will watch whatever of it you feel like showing us. Thank you!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@eileentimm3826]

Wow! I loved this video! It's pure chaos and a real look behind the scenes of your life. The bar was not lowered by any means. Bravo👏🏼

[@amaliarawson5367]

I like the realism of it. A great format to add to your current approach to content development

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@StrongImaginationA]

Are you kidding, the fact that you had to improvise with both making the vest and the video is what makes this video so great! I see it as part of the experience, not something that detracts value from the content. LOVE the colours and pattern for the vest!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@kiracraft3360]

Hey there! I was absolutely impressed how well you were able to video this project considering the unexpected nature, time crunch, and general rehearsal chaos. I really enjoyed it and loved the little behind the scenes peek.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@lemondropcentral14]

I would love a more in depth look at circus costumes! Maybe even looking back at historical costumes as well! This was so interesting to learn about the requirements your costumes have!

[@ShannonMakes]

Having tried to look into historical costumes, find extant ones or resources about them... it's tricky! There are very few remaining from the time period I'm interested in 😢 Will keep looking tho!

[@user-yf9cc3bb1o]

Personally I love the content that includes your circus work! Fun to see the behind the scenes.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in to Vlogmas for more! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@bhokabhoka]

this was exhilarating to watch, what a challenge! i really do not mind the lighting/less-"polished" shooting, the story and variety of moments you shared such as ironing at the concession stand is way more interesting than studio quality production. your life is a docu-drama! embrace it!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you, and yes, that concession stand ironing shot made me giggle every time I worked on it in the editing room!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@janmariebaldwin1415]

Personally, I loved this video, it was very “real” and it was great to watch. Thank you for taking time out to produce it for us all to enjoy 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@alfredsantos1176]

Long time admirer and video watcher, first time caller. This one was very fun what with suspense, instruction, entertainment engagement, shopping, popping, prepping, and sewing. Although, it would have been better to find the fabric on a frantic dumpster dive and recycled threat from an old pirate robe. All in all as I said fun to go along for another Shannon Makes with a reveal revealing something we all know well, ‘She wears fine things well.’

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@Shahrezad1]

This gave off "Sewing at a Convention" vibes, so in that way it was very relatable. 😂 I was riveted the entire time, wondering if you would get it done in time. And you did! Well done! I'm glad that it worked out for you.

[@ShannonMakes]

hahah, yea, so true! I've never had to do that, but I can imagine it's similar (minus perhaps the all-day rehearsals, but general chaos of a con) Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@sallygally5202]

I loved this video! It was fun to tag along with you on the sewing process and the show!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@AnnaBaas]

I think you set a new standard in this video. I expect all sewing vloggers to do their final reveals while hanging upside down from now on.

[@ShannonMakes]

🤣🤣🤣

[@barbradawnbarrett]

Amazing video!! It's a bit more chaotic than your usual videos, but that's what theatre is!! I miss being behind the scenes, so it was nice to see it again! Any more videos like this would be very welcomed! Also, very lucky that they had such a great sewing room you could borrow (however minimally)! My old theatre had an ironing board, and maybe a table! lol! otherwise it was empty!

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure, and be sure to tune in for Vlogmas for more backstage scenes! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ And it wasn't really a sewing room, it was an empty changing room with the MOST FLIMSY plastic table set up for two machines, and whenever someone used the serger, the entire table would shake VIOLENTLY (the number of shots that I have where the camera just fell over within 2 seconds of me starting the machine is hilarious)!!

[@barbradawnbarrett]

@ShannonMakes That sounds much more like my theatre then! Lol! If you ever wanted to do a bloopers video, I'd 100% be here for it!!

[@ebunni5862]

This was great! Yes, it's different than your usual style but I also got to see you make something under not ideal circumstances, and that is life. 😻

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️

[@gleann_cuilinn]

I had to close my eyes when you cut the paper with sewing shears! You handled this mix-up with so much more practicality and enthusiasm than I would have done.

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️ Hope to see you for Vlogmas 🥰🎄🧵🧶

[@debbielavers9836]

Great video. I like the fact everything wasn’t perfect. I actually felt some of your anxiety. Like a mini movie. Thank you.

[@Sunsetluver1]

I like the way you did this,it’s nice to get a peek into what you do because how many of us know a circus performer ?

[@ShannonMakes]

Thank you!! Glad you enjoyed the adventure! ♥️💛🎪💛♥️