Crazy Victorian Patchwork - With a Murdoch Mysteries Twist

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Hi friends! Some of you noticed the Victorian Embroidery booklet was missing from the description - it was down for a while during the Archive.org debacle, but it seems to be accessible once more. You can use the link in the description or check it out here: 1884 Victorian embroidery guide: archive.org/details/instructionsforp00inga/mode/1up

[@MINI-ME666]

i want to buy scraps of fabrics from movie costumes too - can you give suggestions how? i live in toronto

[@kellydesilva6733]

I used to make a lot of clothes for my toddler daughter. Of course I had tons of scraps. I used them to make a doll size crazy quilt. It is a reminder of the clothes I made her. Now she has a permanent reminder of dresses she wore. I also made a hand embroidered signed and dated applique for the back. She is 42 now and can look back on it with fond memories.

[@mswetra2610]

I made a doll quilt out of my maternity clothes. I was happy to cut them up😂

[@tammishappylife]

I give this video two 👍thumbs up and ten fingers to boot. I loved this video, I am totally inspired and now I must go to prepare my scraps while binge watching this show again 😁.

[@luqmanhafeez55]

The fact that you can identified each fabric by each scene is madness tho. Talk about super mega fans.

[@imperialdelights1123]

im moving to a much colder climate and i wanna make a robe with this technique

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That would be so cozy and awesome! I've seen a couple of jackets on Etsy made from repurposed crazy quilts, so I'm sure making a new one would be fantastic!

[@gwenndolyncampbell1560]

I love that idea! I've wanted a housecoat like Bilbo's from the Hobbit for ages, and this is a perfect style for doing something like that. :)

[@imperialdelights1123]

@@gwenndolyncampbell1560 oh my god I just remembered there's a huge box of scraps upstairs, I might just be able to do it before I leave!

[@gwenndolyncampbell1560]

@@imperialdelights1123 Good luck, I hope your sewing goes smoothly!!

[@henriettehald]

What a fantastic quilt, and I must admit that the geeky part of it, really got me. It's such a great idea to let fans and others come and buy all the scraps from a loved show. Wish someone would think of this in denmark :-)

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Couldn't agree more!

[@rosemaryannastrijbos6991]

I first tried this when l moved to a new town. It was not a quilt but a teddy bear. In the end l made three. They also had a lot of beading. This has made me remember a cushion cover l started but never finished. Must finish it. Thank you for sharing. 🇦🇺👋😊

[@sarahportelli396]

This is such a cool idea!! I wish more costume productions did this... So much fabric is thrown away at the end of a production it's crazy.

[@pandajesus5052]

I’m in absolute awe of this. I’m 19 and have been hand sewing for a few years but I never knew it could be like this. The amount of work and research you put into this video is amazing. I absolutely adore the end product, as well as seeing the process. Thank you so much for sharing this with the world it’s beautiful. Cheers from Gatineau, Quebec :)

[@jillshaffer7945]

Brava! My Gran made one for the farmhouse with no heating upstairs. Hers was made from all the clothes scrapes from all the families outfits.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That is awesome!

[@cassandra2088]

This is a GLORIOUS quilt!!! So beautifully made and I love the attention to detail. God bless!

[@louisel.sinniger2057]

I love doing “make overs” to jackets that I purchase from thrift shops. I’ll clean them first then re-design. I will also make little blankets for babies in the NICU & Peds ICU. The little ones that have life threatening illness or injuries. (I used to be a nurse in these units) I am new to your channel and I really enjoy your work! Lovely

[@JeanMcKenzie-u3k]

I was waiting to see the whole blanket, it would have been nice to see the whole thing on a bed

[@75kipper]

A detective you are in tracking down the costumes/characters based on just little scraps! Very thorough and thoughtful. And I love the way you’ve reimagined the fabrics and your eloquent descriptions. Thank you so much for making this. I’m very honoured.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

There was definitely lots of hours of rewatching closely for costume references! Not that I'm complaining lol

[@winterlighthome]

crazy quilt, Murdoch, glittery purple nail polish, sensory issues YOU ARE MY PEOPLE!

[@carneliancorax]

I just finished watching the video and have immediately gotten out my overflowing box of cabbage to sort through to make my own crazy quilt!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That's awesome, have fun!

[@rixatrix]

We had a beautiful crazy quilt in my family, and it’s made me obsessed with them since I was a teenager. I was heartbroken to ask about it years later and find out it had been ruined in (finished) basement water damage and my dad had gotten rid of it. I would love to make one and honor my relative’s hard work and artistry. They just light up every part of my brain.

[@DeniseReedis]

I cannot wait to share this video with my 85 year old Mom. She loves sewing and embroidery!🧵 Thank you for sharing your passion for sewing.

[@juniperjr2017]

It looks great! Loved seeing the process of making it.

[@laurawilliams7782]

Turned out great!

[@anneirenej]

What a lovely crazy quilt. Thanks for this lovely video!

[@br6480]

Beautiful quilt and love the story behind the fabrics. My daughter used to watch Murdoch Mysteries with my dad when we went home( live in the US ). As someone who quilts, you gave me a heart attack when I watched you drag your rotary cutter backwards on the fabric.

[@waterloobicycleworks]

I absolutely adore this idea!! It’s the first time I’ve heard of a show selling scraps and what a great thing!! I’m only a few minutes into this video, but was so excited about this that I couldn’t wait to comment. 😊

[@CallieNicholCordoba]

🎉Wow Wow Wow!!! This is incredible, from start to finish a spectacular project. Your embroidery is gorgeous. It was wonderful to see all the pop ups of the Murdock characters wearing those garments, absolutely loved that! 😁 And that glow in the dark thread. Lol. So cool. I love how you finished the quilt to be warm and usable. Your binding method of tying off and burying the threads is lovely. Fabulous tips on construction and using the back of your office chair to hold the quilt in place while doing your embroidery. 🎊🌟 Enjoyed every minute of this video. 😊🐶and a cameo appearance of your fur baby❤. Thank you so much for documenting this crazy quilt journey.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much, glad you enjoyed! 😊

[@sinaburdick202]

I feel the same! I keep all of these lil things and this is the perfect way to use them up! So inspiring and that binding is such a beautiful color!!!

[@faithyuna]

this was genuinely so intriguing to learn about and watch!

[@charmingoughler7705]

I'm a long time quilter but just started to learn embordying

[@helenlapierre-delaplante-yd9oy]

Thank you for showing us your labour of love. This was a calming remembrance of times gone by, a gentler time.

[@kristinamanion2236]

I let out a loud squee when I saw you had posted this. Startled the child. 😂 Your quilt is beautiful. The video is definitely squee worthy.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That's awesome (and hilarious), you've made my night!

[@patriciaemeigh4370]

A beautiful result. You are very talented. Embroidery is not frequently seen these days so I was very interested in your work. Thank you for sharing.

[@lanchile1483]

i love how this turned out! it looks so cozy and whimsical!

[@TheChgz]

This is probably the most beautiful quilt I have ever seen!

[@theresamaday3372]

Beautiful! You are an artist! I admire your patience.

[@lauramarti7548]

Stunning! Thank you for sharing your video!

[@ace_r_ola]

Ok when I thought I couldn’t possibly enjoy your videos more than I already did, an adorable poodle made an appearance ❤ I’m normally a cat person through and through, but if I were to ever have a dog, I’d definitely choose a poodle 😊

[@maggieelora7660]

Just found you through this video and I love finding more crafty youtubers with similar goblin/hobbit brains ❤❤

[@royaloak6029]

Absolutely stunning and a true legit hommage to Murdoch Mysteries. ❤️

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much!

[@wrongwayconway]

Wow! That is a family heirloom! ❤

[@virginialochowicz8560]

Wow! Thats gorgeous 😀

[@craftychickcathy]

What a fabulous quilt, I have one I started, let’s just say a while ago. It was a Martha Stuart car blanket, made from men’s wool suit jackets. During Covid I learned how to do embroidery so I’m now ready to finish it. I never knew how I was going to put it all together so your video is a fabulous help to me. Following you from Ottawa! 😊

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Nice! I hope your quilting adventure goes well - glad to hear my video will be of help! :)

[@LyndaPoo]

I’m so tickled to go thru my mega stash and make one! It might be spring til I get there, but I’m so excited to try!

[@nancybridegam6903]

I love the addition of the lace and ribbons! I hadn’t seen that before.

[@Yidhra23]

Feather stitch - try a smaller stitch with a thicker thread to replicate the elegant curves from the drawings.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Ooh good to know! I'll have to try that next time!

[@inspelled]

WOW. I totally forgot about this sort of style of quilt but I LOVE the idea. I always hated having no real idea of what to do with real scraps of fabric but now this is something I want to try one day and have the fabrics that REALLY mean something to me as my father recently passed away and this would be a great reminder. I also love the fact that you can do it without a sewing machine *lest by the look of it anyway* which is a really good thing for me cause we just never seem to get along.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

You definitely could do a crazy quilt by machine, but it’s such a great hand sewing craft. They do make a wonderful memorial piece 🙂

[@christenagervais7303]

I love Murdoch Mysteries ❤ I'm so envious of your Murdoch material! 😊Stunning work!!!!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you! I still can't believe I have the fabric :)

[@shonnarobertson6462]

Your quilt is absolutely stunning, thank you for sharing your process. I’m all inspired now 🤩🤩

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Yay! Thank you!

[@elyseenger2646]

I think you just made a priceless heirloom. Congrats.

[@EmelieWaldken]

Just found your channel, loving your vibe ! Lovely quilt, the fans were my favourite bits =)

[@redparrot9489]

This. Is. EPIC!!! Thank you SO MUCH for recording this process. Your quilt is one for the absolute ages. 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much! It’s definitely gonna be an heirloom project 😊

[@Poketfullofvintage]

A wonderful quilt indeed..you have made a real gem here..thank you for sharing all you finds /info and such and you construction …❤👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙌

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@Msviolet65]

I can't thank you enough for this video! I have wanted to make a crazy quilt for many many years; i just didn't know how to do it. NOW I KNOW ❤😂❤😂❤ I will be watching your video several times to make sure I fully understand how this is done. I will reach out to you if I have any questions 😂❤😂

[@HalflingSeamstress]

You are so welcome! Glad you enjoyed!

[@mudotter]

That was a lovely and thorough presentation. I really enjoyed it and I do feel inspired. My grandmother's crazy quilt technique was a bit more calculating. She did them in squares, like some of the ones you showed in your history of video.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

I'm very tempted to give the 'make them in squares and then sew the squares together' method next time - it did seem like a popular option!

[@VonSolo5]

Gorgeous and inspiring work 🥰🥰🥰 Thank you for the great tutorial too.

[@kathyjohnson1911]

When I stitch on quilts (for repair) I always pull the thread through at the end. Why did I not think about that when tying quilts?! 🤦🏻‍♀️ It’s perfect!

[@user-mirn0858]

This is a triumph. Inspiring. Thank you

[@catsgallery3864]

I appreciate the access to the embroidery stitches. I’m on pins and needles to do it.

[@Libby147]

This quilt excites me tremendously!

[@mrs.diannalynn1383]

Absolutely gorgeous, it had to take you a long time to do it. Beautiful video

[@silvanap.1930]

By “accident” I came across here. How happy I am now. It is the most beautiful blanket I have seen up today. What excellent and accurate stitches, with small lovely flowers, all patches in absolute harmony to the material and colors. It is a masterpiece. Excellent! Very, very beautiful. Thank you for sharing with us 🌷☺️. Warm greetings from Germany

[@patrizia9322]

Grazie per questo bellissimo video con tante tante informazioni interessanti. La trapunta è bellissima.

[@6butterflywings6]

Yay for ShannonMakes! I’ve also been making a crazy quilt, but I’m doing fall/halloween themed scraps :) It’s been so much fun.

[@trishbazalgette3713]

Thank you, thank you for this! I have been collecting scraps and fabric bits for a crazy Victorian project, but now that I have them all I didn't know where to start. Great video, great project, I can't wait to get going on mine. And thanks also for the link to the embroidery guide.

[@brendaokuda2158]

I had never had the pleasure of one of your videos coming up on my feed. Then today, out of nowhere I see "With a Murdoch Mysteries Twist" & HAD to check you out. Boy! Am I glad I did!!!! What could be better? A beautiful quilt AND a story behind it? Instant new subscriber. Love Shannon Makes. Love Murdoch Mysteries. Love Quilts. And now I Love your channel 💖💖💖

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much! 😊 welcome to the channel!

[@kathyjohnson1911]

I am mesmerized by your precise stitching. I have been collecting antique (pre-1920) fabric, ribbon, lace, buttons for a few years and I’m kind of thinking maybe I’ll try this. How’s that for commitment?😂

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That sounds fantastic!

[@ellenmchale6103]

I am SO very impressed. Wonderful, the whole thing! Research, driving to Toronto, luscious Murdoch costume fabric, color selection, brilliant threads and fantastic embroidery. I absolutely love it! E

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much!

[@aquaaurora2747]

So lovely! Awesome work and look forward to seeing your next project too. I'm still hesitating repairing my mother-in-law's great-great-grandmother's crazy quilt.

[@marionbartley214]

Such a beautiful display of fabrics for this quilt. The embroidery stitches are beautiful and well done. I so enjoyed watching this video thank you.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much!

[@deanneblake7418]

Oh my goodness, I have just discovered you and your channel, I just love your presenting style, slightly reminiscent of Rachel Makesy, but with your own twist, I love it! Also loving the content, and the squirrel scuttling down the tree behind you absolutely grabbed my attention! I have a BIG bag of scraps from multiple projects over many years. I’m thinking this type of project could be in my future… ♥️

[@HalflingSeamstress]

@@deanneblake7418 welcome to the channel, you’ve made my morning!

[@JanealJohnson]

I absolutely love your hour tracking method. and the outcome is beautiful.

[@morganyork8616]

If I lived anywhere close to Toronto, I would have driven to get a couple of bags of scraps too! I have a little fabric from other more local film projects that were done in BC, but I am completely envious of your Murdoch Mysteries Stash!

[@yul498]

My first words - that's crazy, in the end - i need it . I have a few damaged ti-shorts and it would be great opportunity to use them for a base for crazy patchwork.

[@annetten4166]

Stumbled on to your video and stayed to watch the whole thing ,loved it ❤

[@1SelfStarter]

Hello from Soldotna, AK. I had to let you know how much I appreciate your pleasant, natural voice and clear enunciation. Combined with the good camera angles and taking your time on unusual stitches, you're much easier to learn from than most. Thanks very much!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much 🤗

[@cynthiadugan858]

Your quilt is spectacular!!! ❤ the backing fabric❣️ AND, I especially loved the way you tracked your time spent😂😂😂

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much! It was such a fun, creative way to track - and somewhat easier for my brain than remembering to run a timer lol

[@katgillang]

I’ve been thinking about doing a crazy quilt. 😊 I’m planning to substitute a used flannel sheet for the batting and a cotton one to attach the pieces to… I’m in the south so that’s plenty of cozy warmth for us 😂

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That sounds pretty cozy!

[@thewisceeeggg1624]

The whole video was great fun!! Lovely work, both with needle and thread as well as all of the research. The soundtrack was bright, adding interest. GREAT job! Thank you.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you very much!

[@charmingoughler7705]

Beautiful work 😊

[@janicem4382]

This was wonderful! I remember watching my Mom make a crazy quilt about 50 years ago when I was a teenager. It was all done with repurposed fabric in satins. This brought back many happy memories. I have done similar projects but not with the amazing fabrics you have used. I made my grandchildren a quilt each with their baby clothes. It was the perfect reclamation project because a lot of the fabric was in good condition but stained from baby food and the like so I used the good pieces. A lot of children’s clothes have cute little appliqué pieces on them that I used as decoration. I have photographs of the twins wearing some of the clothes that is now a part of their quilts.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

That sounds awesome! I think reclamation projects is a great way to give life to sentimental clothing :)

[@LilyPorcelaine]

The squirrel behind. 🥰

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Just living my best Disney princess life!

[@ceciliafletcher5402]

You are an inspiration to all quilters! Your quilt is awesome! Only just found you but waiting in anticipation for your next endevour!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much!

[@denisestone9119]

what a great quilt idea, looks great

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you! 😊

[@franarsenault5077]

I love crazy quilts and I love Murdoch mysteries and I love the way you're doing it does not everyone likes to hand sew all the time but that one is fantastic

[@jenniferdalrymple1641]

I love the squirrel behind the window !

[@Lady_dromeda]

I love that you were able to determine what character wore what fabric in some cases. Reminds me that I should rewatch the show/ catch up with what ive missed since Netflix took it off

[@sandysnyman1806]

Your embroidery stitches are so beautiful. I made a more modern crazy quilt and was going to use hand embroidery over my seams. It was not as easy as you make it look. I compromised and did only one seam per block with hand embroidery. Needless to say, I picked the shortest seams. My machine did the rest 😂

[@Atama-Mama]

This is such a cool project! I absolutely love your choice for the back fabric. On theme and really works well with the crazy color palette! Now I'm thinking really hard about incorporting embroidery borders like these in my next quilt.

[@AlabasterClay]

Thank you so much. I would love a close up video of you doing the embroidery stitches from beginning to end. They look so pretty.

[@donnahardin4651]

I loved this -- wow, such talent. I want to give it a try - "one day!" Thank you for sharing such details - it turned out beautiful!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thanks so much 😊

[@lydiadeleon102]

What a beautiful machine

[@lizm1840]

Magnificent!!!!!!!!

[@janeelizabethbrakhage1007]

So awesome to see you again! I love this project.

[@sinaburdick202]

Thank you so much! I love to keep my hands busy while watching TV! I saw a lady get dresses and random fabrics from the Goodwill and make them into blocks! She did sew part of it on the machine. Each block she beaded, embroidered and added lace. They looked so beautiful! This reminded me of her,I wish I remembered her name! Thank you again,you have given me lots of ideas!!❤❤❤❤

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Ooh that sounds so cool!

[@sinaburdick202]

​@@HalflingSeamstressI'm thinking her name is dances with wolfs!

[@linhdasagen6498]

Incredible! You make such a persuasive argument for me to do this!!!!

[@bekytg9393]

Stunning quilt. And what a gem to have. I must admit I've never seen Murdoch Mysteries, but it looks like I may have to track it down. Hey loved the squirrel appearing behind you at 3:21.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

It's a pretty awesome show, especially if you enjoy Victorian/Edwardian clothing and mysteries!

[@The-Lost-Attic]

That is absolutely beautiful

[@paulettelegacy6960]

So awesome Lydia! Incredible, beautiful work! Love the use of different stitching!!!

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you!

[@louisaschneider5922]

I loved watching this video so much! seeing all those gorgeous fabrics arranged together with all the decorative stitching is just so pleasing to my brain. I already have plans for my dream project of crocheting my own take on a temperature blanket, but now I just HAVE to add a crazy quilt to my list. maybe I'm just destined to make nothing but blankets 😂

[@creepycutiecrafty]

Hi, new subscriber here! I watched the same Shannon Makes video and decided to do something similar! It’s such a fun, engrossing process, isn’t it? I love the fan design on your quilt! They really showcase the theme of the quilt. Beautiful work.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Welcome to the channel, so glad you enjoyed!

[@christinevertrees682]

I’m a new subscriber here, and I have seen some of Shannon makes, but I also wanted to say I LOVE your dress (: and your work ❤

[@Bella-vu6nx]

What a beautiful piece thanks for sharing - enjoyed watching the process. Can’t wait to start a new project . Cute dog too 🥰

[@PeggyV69]

I love Murdoch Mysteries! I had never heard of the Murdoch Quilt, it’s beautiful. Your quilt is so lovely 🥰. Congratulations on completing something so intricate & time consuming.

[@HalflingSeamstress]

Thank you so much, I’m very proud of it 😊