COZY VLOG: opening up, why I haven't been reading, & new crochet plushies!

[@fantasyfangirl7620]

as a long time follower of your book tube and following your depression journey I am happy to see you smiling and lighting up about your new plushies. idk how it works to get your handmade items Into places but you could try hospital gift shops and small pharmacies too!

[@SailorJaszie]

Disassociation is hard to explain when you dont understand it yourself. I'm still learning about it and I've been dealing with it for years. You explained the exact reason I read, to get lost in the world and lives of the characters in the book. You are doing a great job on the crochet and I can't wait for my custom order in August. 💜 You continue to be an inspiration ❤

[@DonnaDoveWinters]

Hello Hailey, I honestly don't care if you read or do book related content- I just like you and your channel! These plushies are super cute and I wish I was talented like you

[@pariah_haven]

I'm glad you found something that works for you, and helps you, and brings you joy.

[@kirstendickinson1361]

Honestly if I were doing it I would only open custom orders up when I felt like it, and even then put a limit on them. You don't want to burn yourself out, especially when you've found something new that you are enjoying so much.

[@blufirre]

Bailey Sarian’s “Dark History” podcast is so good! She also uploads the podcast on KZbin. Literally I feel like I learn more from her than I did in school

[@aliciareadsinbr]

I like the cozy vlogs, those plushies are so cute! ❤

[@crazybooklady2104]

We love your videos, regardless of the content. We live your honesty.

[@kaesinfinitelibrary]

THE CROCHET PLUSHIES ARE TOO CUTE!!!! You are so talented and absolutely glowing as you talk about them!

[@theinstabookworm6428]

As someone who has experienced dissociation since they were young, but only learned about what it was within the last five or so years, I agree that it's very scary. You're not alone. Noise-cancelling headphones help me to be able to concentrate when I'm reading, but I know that's only one thing and it doesn't work for everyone. I just wanted to validate you and let you know that you're not alone. 💜

[@peachypanels]

When I have dissassociation, I try to think of it as a "brain break" like my brain is sleeping while I'm awake. It can feel scary when I feel disconnected from my life and it makes me feel powerless. I just try to let my brain do it's thing because I think dissassociation is my brain doing work behind the scenes to heal my trauma, kind of like how nightmares and dreams heal our brains. Crocheting seems like a great coping skill for it. I love diamond painting and farming games for the same reason😌

[@pokeaish]

I am so happy to see you back here! I follow you because I feel like you're like a long distance friend, who is keeping me up with updates of her life. I don't care if you talk about books or other hobbies. I simply enjoy seeing your everyday vlogs! Also I love your little crochet animals! I have been into crocheting aswell.. but I am all for the granny squares 😂

[@fionacalou11303]

I bought my boyfriend the frog from your last batch of plushies and he loves it! I really wanted the whale shark but I think he found a home already. Thank you for sharing these lovely little guys with us, and I hope you continue to find joy in the little things as well as the big ones 💛

[@AlmodatherAwad]

Happy to see you here. Hope you will keep getting better and post more regularly

[@smokeysapphire82]

Your etsy shop is so adorable!

[@judithcakelover]

OMG! I Lovethe dragon 😍😍

[@wrestlingwithdisney]

The dragon is so cute!!!!! Great job!!

[@reneetaylor2111]

I just ordered the little dragon. It will have a new home in South Australia :)

[@pariah_haven]

The turtle gives Crush vibes love it!

[@sammyg2808]

You are so talented! 🧶

[@annamarie6422]

Sending love to you Hailey! ❤

[@graced9311.]

Would love to hear about your fav docuseries!

[@jessward3133]

I really enjoyed cross stitching whilst watching this vlog just what I needed after a stressful day at work

[@kudzaishemakoni5279]

I crochet too and I have such a hard time with letting go of the things I make 😭😭😭😭

[@amandah82]

I’ve struggled with dissociation for a long time and understand the difficulty with processing it. All I can say is to be patient with yourself and it sounds like you’re learning how best to cope. I hope things get more comfortable for yourself soon. ❤

[@rachna0367]

Can u do a video on your diagnosis and which medications u taking .

[@legendarypotterstudios3115]

idk if you are interested in Downton Abbey but there is a documentary on the castle called 'Secrets of Highclair Castle' which I really enjoyed!

[@encyclopediaofelizabeth]

I bought a tv stand with closed storage this year because I realized all my boardgames being just under my old TV table was making me feel like the room was always messy. Closed storage options make a crazy difference for how clean you perceive a room to be.

[@annabeck1438]

Omg! The whale shark is everything!

[@myronemmaturner]

So good to see you!

[@cyndiwilliams8026]

I like to make the pieces first & then sew them onto the body before I finish closing/stuffing the body.

[@JayGTheAwkwardBookworm]

I love the snails so much 😭😭

[@rachna0367]

Missed you ❤

[@georgiefarr1094]

Your plushies are so cute 🥹🥹😘😘

[@shreyabooked9309]

0.57 that's a Van Gogh! I have it on a postcard!

[@davidpendergrass659]

We need an updated Alice collection!

[@ruebennomura9143]

Aloha you been busy in life but miss you doing a reading vlog you look good

[@wrestlingwithdisney]

I love documentaries on super nerdy things like Jim Henson or behind the scenes of making Disney movies 😅 they could be a nice palate cleanser after the true crime ones! Also there are a lot of good dinosaur related ones which are always fun. Love this series (more reality tv) called Dino Hunters about cattle ranchers who also dig up dino bones 😂 but so good! And titanic documentaries! These aren’t necessarily Series but are fun!

[@darlenefarley8193]

Hailey my daughter has a shop as well called Crocheted with Love and she makes all kinds of things

[@ALovelyJaunt]

Check out the Theranos docuseries and We Work ones. I found them interesting as crime docuseries, but not violent crimes so not too intense.

[@lazhane2074]

Great video! What pattern did you use for the dragon?

[@misstinab8175]

I am currently watching two docuseries on Netflix: Going Clear, and Bad Vegan.

[@amberharrold4342]

I think you would really like the show expedition unknown 💜 it’s history/mystery ish

[@samanthasheppard4092]

Im also canadian and was wondering what platform you use the most to watch the docu series?

[@beepboop9976]

Where do you find the patterns for your crochet ?

[@scoobydoo_forever]

I loved this video. I enjoyed your chatting! I would love a Halloween themed bat. Maybe a black bat with sparkles and maybe a pumpkin or something somewhere on the design I don't know or just black sparkles and orange sparkles. I like bats. I'm obviously not asking for a custom order. I'm just giving an idea that came to mind. Or maybe a manta Ray cuz those are cool too.

[@graced9311.]

You maybe like the worst roommate though it is a bit true crime or if you haven’t seen the dramatization series about Chernobyl on HBO or MAX (whatever it’s called now) it’s so good!

[@priscillareads]

Have you seen all the Gypsy Rose ones? I knew about it but had never watched any documentaries and now there’s a recent reality show!!! Omg go watch it girl and com back and tell us what you think.

[@CleverClarkCreations]

Mwah! 🤗 me too!

[@theforgottenbrawlers]

YESH!

[@wrestlingwithdisney]

Secretly hoping you start to do Pokémon 😂

[@crissycrochets]

This is all so cool! I remember watching your channel when I needed a break from the world back in 2015 and wanted to dive into books now we’re both crocheting 🧶 and starting a business congrats again, you’re doing amazing, read don’t read crochet whatever you decide to do, it’s all good. As long as you’re happy 😃

[@romancebookworm]

Hailey, there is a Cleopatra documentary on Netflix I loved. You should check it out.

[@BirgitHaeupl]

❤😊

[@springinpages6325]

Have you considered moving states Hayley?x obviously its not something easily done, but you have been struggling for so long to get professional help that maybe theres not many options but moving? Your bf could always get a job somewhere else? Just a thought obviously you only know what is possible for you, but dont want you to be struggling 😢❤️ much love xx

[@monicaarencibia4431]

I will be stacking your plushie page for felines (tiger, lion or Torti cat aka tri color)