Dopamine and Design: How To Get It. Featuring The Lampshade.

[@lisachiboroski9930]

This was so important! I recently retired from being a Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist. And furniture art is my mental health! The stress of 42 years in the hospital with critically ill and life and death scenarios left me feeling like I had PTSD. I feel happy with my crafty endeavors. Thank for for sharing your life journey. And your beautiful talents. I am so sorry to hear of the loss of your beloved pup. It is exquisitely painful as I know…I lost my lovely trail horse Josie this past spring. She was my partner and we trusted each other for our lives. She was my backyard buddy. So I get where you are. My our Lord fill you with His peace. Bless you and Martyn and your entire family. And your lampshades are maybe even more fabulous than your furniture, if possible! 😍😘

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww that's so sad about josie..... They are such a large part of our lives our animals. I'm So glad you like the shades x x

[@tada8092]

I just lost my 17 year old Gypsy. She was my heart. Completely understand the connection. Bella doesn't miss her at all, she's the top dog. Your tutorials are pure dopamine. 😊

[@MadebyMarley]

Gypsy I love the name... I'm sorry she's gone it really leaves a gap. And like your story eddie appears to be like Bella he doesn't seem bothered or concerned. Don't you think it must be easier being a dog ha ha ha

[@tada8092]

@@MadebyMarley I keep hoping she'll come haunt me, but she must not have any unfinished business. We miss them.

[@Sunsoul888]

Hi, greetings from NJ USA. I just found your channel and had to subscribe. You & Martin are so funny together,delightful. I love your crafting. As a new retiree, and living alone I need to keep busy with fun stuff. I just started to furniture paint and I love your lampshades. Also my heartfelt condolences on your dogs passing❤. I too just had to put my beautiful black lab Duke down on December 27th. He was my best buddy for 15 yrs.,heart and soul. I'm heartbroken. So this video I just came upon was at the perfect time, with the perfect message. God & my angels know how to send the right messages when needed. Thank you. Blessings 🙏 🙏🙏🙏🙏❤❤❤😊😊😊🎨🎨🎨🎨🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so sorry to hear about buddy, no one tells you how difficult it is when your dog dies..... And my lampshade was me jyst showing everyone at home what I'm working on..... X

[@brennankingsland6596]

Thank you for sharing. Now I better understand why I enjoy watching your videos so much. I lost my beloved husband three years ago, and listening to the banter between you and Martyn brings back such fond memories of my happy marriage. As for losing Rocco, I send you all the sympathy you can hold. I lost a 21-year-old furbaby three months ago and I have a blind 19-year-old Pekingese-Pomeranian that I watch her breathing while she's asleep to be certain that she is not gone. Animals are such precious members of our families, and people who don't understand that are the losers. Thank you for the encouragement to make ourselves feel better without guilt.

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh I'm sorry to hear about your husband, I hope your wee dog hangs in there. It's very hard to get to move on from loss but I do think that being creative really helps x

[@zoewaggoner]

Love it! And thanks to you and Martin for helping all of us be creative, experimental, non-judgmental and self compassionate! I appreciate both of you and your teachings!

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes experiment it doesn't matter if it doesn't work you generally find out how to make it work when it went wrong... Love to you Zoe x

[@myraantoniuk7934]

Lel and Martin my heart goes out to you both for your loss. Losing a dog is like losing a piece of your 💜 Creativity is so therapeutic and watching and listening to you both through your process was so beautiful and certainly brought my dopamine level up. Thank you for sharing your heart so openly and providing a tool for self care. Take care, much love from 🇨🇦❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww thanks so much for leaving me such a kind comment. Your right it's very therapeutic to start on a project when your not quite on your game. Love Lel x

[@anamariaguzman1435]

I don’t think I’m telling you anything you don’t already know but you are fortunate to have a Martin in your life. To be able to share with him and your audience the sadness simultaneously with your art is a gift. Thank you for sharing and I hope you find peace with your loss. 😊

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes I really feel for marty he took rocco away to the vets and it was very hard for him, we just talk about the funny times. He was a great dog and the whole he has left behind us huge. Thanks for reminding me even though I already know to appreciate martyn. He one of a kind x x

[@kathytwigg735]

Hello Lel. Good morning from Cumberland, Maryland. I just want to say that I am so very sorry for the loss you're feeling over your pup. Yes, the Lord knows losing a fur baby is very hard. I was a nursing assistant and retired as an Activities Director Assistant from a local nursing home. I did a lot of personal care assistant also. It's a tough job, but it's the most rewarding job I ever did also. We all need a way of releasing our inner emotions. I loved listening to your journey through life. You are so reassuring and caring. Thank you for being you.❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Kathy how kind.. Yes my previous job as a psychologist really helps me get behind others feelings and emotions and try to encourage creativity to help feelings. My poor rocco yes it was sad and I still miss him but I still have my other wee dog. Love Lel x

[@cindyconlisk1062]

The shades are fantastic!!! Nice picture of you and your baby.

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww he was a poser, liked his photo taken ha ha

[@ElanaCentor]

I started watching this as I was baking a Honey Cake. It is the Jewish New Year and the cake was my mom’s specialty… she died last year and so while I am not a baker ( I love eating cake and it’s definitely dopamine for me) i was smiling as you discussed your cake eating habit. Then the lamp shades…I have a thing for lamps and lamp shades…I’m not sure why so many people are happy with white/cream/lamp shades when there is so much color to be had. Then you had me at the birds and flowers and I could go on. Thank you so much for being vulnerable with us. I watched to the very end to see a dark haired Lel and her delicious Rocco. So sorry for your loss. I am going to start a lamp shade project later today. After wiping away a few tears after seeing you and Rocco, I went to check on my honey cake. Only to discover I forgot to put the honey int he cake so who knows what kind of cake I’ve created - I will probably eat it anyway. Virtual hugs to you❤❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Your comment made me cry, it was beautiful. However I think both marty and I are dying to know how did the cake taste. As far as I'm concerned cake is cake in any form I would have scoffed it. Much love Lel x

[@ElanaCentor]

@@MadebyMarley I'm with you : cake is cake. So I have some honey butter and I spread some of that on the cake and it is quite delicious. I am going to make a "proper" honey cake tomorrow . Meanwhile, I have been going through my decoupage paper and am planning to do the lamp shade this afternoon - I don't think I can upload images here but I will try to DM .

[@ElizabethClark-r3i]

When we lose a family member, our heart gets a little hole in it. Sometimes the holes seem small sometimes they seem large, but there non the less. I'm so sorry for you very losses, moving on through creating helps a lot, even when you're stuck or unmotivated just picking up something to create helps. Dopamine and all it's benefits at work. Each week I look forward to watching you and Martyn and this week we got the added bonus of a family share, so thank you. It was quite nice to get a small glimpse of life in Scotland. And thanks for showing us a project that many of us would be intimidated by trying, the shades are wonderful and fun!! Hugs until next week!

[@MadebyMarley]

Ha ha a glimpse of my crazy family is all you need.... There a fabulous bunch. Thanks so much for that kind message x x

[@Byrdie777]

I’m so sorry about your dogs passing and thank you for this video. I have been painting furniture, walls, really anything that’s “there” since my husband passed a few months ago. I now have a title for my actions…….it helps channel my grief. My first projects were a couple of lamp shades , now you have given me more ideas ❤. Thank you and bless you ❤❤❤

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so sorry for your loss, I do think painting helps... Much love Lel x

[@mikkileon6380]

Well, you know me… It’s early Sunday morning and since I’m stuck in bed for now, my roommate brought me my morning cuppa tea as I turned on KZbin to watch my favorite thing ever “ Made by Marley” (this is why Sunday is my favorite day of the week now) and I haven’t watched the video yet, but I’m just so excited to see the length of this video. It’s extra long🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️🤸🏽‍♀️ Thank you both in advance for what I’m sure will be a fabulous video 😃. Thank you both for being exactly who you are❣️❣️

[@MadebyMarley]

Ha ha ha I know who can make a video on a lampshade that long ha ha enjoy x

[@AlpineArts]

I’m so sorry for your loss, I’ve been going through the same thing. My 2 year old pitbull died in a tragic way at the end of august… she was so amazing and was helpful for my emotional well being. I had been struggling a lot over it, and I will be honest; watching your channel HAS HELPED me. So, thank you. And the funny thing is, I have a lampshade that’s similar to that, that I had no idea what to do with it… that problem is now solved! 🙏 Thank you Lel, and Martyn…. You’re both blessings and I thank you for your content. I want you to know that having such wonderful people as you two, working together and creating such beauty and putting it out into the world; it is most appreciated. Thank you. I hope you’re able to hold onto the memories you have with your fur baby and use it in combination with your passion for art, and can somehow find a way for your hearts to be healed… sometimes it helps to know that YOU DO truly help others through all your hard work. Now I’ve gotta just get out of my own discomfort and depression so I can complete my lampshade project. ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so sorry for what happened to you and in tragic circumstances. Just do a little part of your lampshade when you feel you can..... Much love to you Lel x

[@pegbailey6178]

I wish you love and happiness in your future. I lost my 15-year-old dog 2 months ago. It still hurts once in a while every day. You are right, doing some thing that makes you feel good helps. He gave us lots of joy, and remembering that helps to. You did a beautiful job on this lamp shade. I’ve been trying to figure out how to do a lampshade for about 6 months. I thank you for all the ideas and demonstrating what to do. Know that those of us that watch you, appreciate you so much. Thank you for all you do.

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww I get it loosing a dog is heartbreaking..... And get on your lamp shade x

[@anthiawlk6139]

Dear Lel, i have not finished watching the video yet but i had to stop it to text you how you blow my mind with your honesty in the introduction. And i am so sorry for your loss, of course he was a family member. You always ignite a spark inside me just being you, it warmth my Heart. Please Never put yourself down you are such a great artist and person. And now i continue watching the rest of the vid. XoXo Anthia

[@MadebyMarley]

Ah Athena..... Better to be honest and genuine I think than false and fake.... Plus I really struggled this week so I was kinda saying this may be rubbish ha ha ha

[@ladymeropi]

Gaudy and Gorgeous! A delightful change of pace. So interesting to see how you tackle other projects. Your lampshades are such fun and yes, uplifting. Reading through many of the comments, everyone writes such loving messages. Hopefully, reading those heartfelt words uplifts you when you need more 'dopamine' to get you through. Making art, painting furniture, is where I find comfort. I'm an avid news hog and get bogged down and depressed by what is happening politically in the U.S. Feeling helpless and often hopeless, putting on music and creating helps me cope. Thank you for sharing more of your life with us, it is so nice knowing more about the artist all of us admire. It is the end of a good and productive day for me, and although I watched your video first thing this morning, I was in a hurry to make some art before I wrote back. With love always, Sydni

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks as always for that kind message sydni. What are you making at the moment?

[@mikkileon6380]

You have the soul of an artist that is your calling. What a wonderful partner through life Martin is. He supports you and whatever you choose to do, he believes in you, and he is so proud of you from what you tell us. He wouldn’t remember all these details about what you’ve made over many years if he wasn’t support of them Proud. It’s such a beautiful example of how a couple grows together throughout their lives and to be able to do what you love with your partner for the rest of your life. Is the best life❣️❣️

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh yes he's such an absolute treasure, a great partner, and a really kind thoughtful partner x

[@jacquilarosa6635]

I LOVED this video! It was honest and raw, thank you so much for sharing your story. I am 52 and have always been a career driven woman, who enjoyed crafting on the weekends (it was my creative release - my dopamine hit!). Unfortunately, I was in a car accident a few years ago, that completely changed my life. The career I had built for 30 years ended abruptly, and I had to find a new version of myself. I decided to go back to my creative roots as a form of therapy. During the past 3 years, I have learned so many new skills.. from digital design to polymer clay, mug painting and pottery, to revamping furniture and so many more side quests haha! Every day I look forward to doing something creative, and on the days that I feel too down, or in pain, I watch KZbin videos (like yours). Being creative has been my lifeline at times, and seeing other creatives talk about the benefits of creating "just for the love of it", is not only inspiring, but it also makes me feel like I am not alone. Please keep up this type of content, we all need to hear these positive messages 💖🌟

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so sorry to hear everthat happened to you. However I truly believe that creatives are much happier. My job is a happy job it takes care of my mental health so I was so glad to hear about all the diffrent mediums you work with it sounds fabulous. Thanks so much for watching x

[@jacquilarosa6635]

@@MadebyMarley 🥰

[@mikkileon6380]

Again, thanks for letting us in. It’s an honor for us to be able to have you share your life and experiences with us.

[@MadebyMarley]

We feel humbled and honoured that you watch x

[@carlaorjohn]

❤❤ Blessings to you and your entire precious family. Our furbabies offer unconditional love, as you did for him when you were loving enough to let him pass on. So much empathy to each of you! 😢❤❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks that's so kind, and much love to you also x x

[@bronislavatomkova97]

Dear Lel, I am so sorry for your loss, understand it looking up on my getting-older cat and recently lost dearest friend. And thank you for today´s sharing your thoughts, your skill and your creativity! I have always loved collage of any kind and materials. In an awe I was following you today and assured myself that I can collage my old lamp!. I do not know, why I was not thinking about it before. That´s why we need you, Lel and Martyn! All the best wishes sent from the Czech Republic!

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww you get on with the lamp and look after your beautiful cat. I live cats thanks for such a kind message x

[@modelcoyote]

O how you hit the right note on things..... We know the loss of a fur baby.... He was not just a dog... Our love ones never leave us... When the time comes... We will be together... Sundays with you two shows how much fun life is... Next year my husband and I will have 20yrs together... We only have fur baby Hemi.., Life is about change and many paths... KEEP CHATTING AWAY... I think making a lamp shade with bits and parts is great and what fun... See ya next week....

[@MadebyMarley]

Hemi is a cute name what kind of dog is he/she? Thanks so much for watching and commenting x

[@janetkleboe8616]

I was a special auntie to a Jack Russell who passed last week. I dog sat her while her owners went on holiday. I had two dogs of my own, and it is so sad when they have to leave you. I really appreciate this, your dopamine special. Sending love ❤️

[@MadebyMarley]

Much love to you jack Russells have such personalities. Dogs really teach us things. How are you, I know you had been in hospital. Sending love to you.

[@janetkleboe8616]

@MadebyMarley I am recovering, thank you, and finally getting to use my beautiful decoupage papers.

[@judymorrison4638]

I am so sorry for your loss. Our fur babies are definitely a part of the family. I'm a social worker as well and do grief counseling for a hospice. If I couldn't create I would be crazier than I already am. It helps to make me feel balanced.

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes I completely understand it does balance out our lives creating. Thanks for your kind comment x x

[@LCLW63]

I love it! You'd have to design a room just around that lampshade! The others are gorgeous too!! And I really appreciate what you spoke too about creating just for the sake of creating & exploring your own creativity in order to boost your mood & well being especially sharing during a difficult time. And while this is 7 months ago, I hope your hearts are healing after darling Roscoe's passing & that your other senior dog is still going strong 💜

[@MadebyMarley]

How kind yes my senior dog is still keeping on and is healthy for his age. Yes we are so much better about rocco now I guess it takes time. I'm so glad you enjoyed this tutorial and thanks so much for watching x

[@mandysylvan5860]

Thankyou so much, I have been binge watching your videos for a month or two. I have much pain from my beloved 27 year old son who has become estranged due to his fiancée's borderline personality disorder. I got to see my three young grandchildren for 30 minutes on Christmas Eve and don't know if or when I will see them again. It's killing me but I am focusing on upcyling furniture which makes me happy to take my mind off things. Bless you and Martin for helping me and so many others ❤️

[@MadebyMarley]

It's so very hard for you, and so very sad for not just you but also your granchildren. I have no words and can't imagine your pain. I'm so sorry. I do think creative projects can take your mind of things even for a short while. It can give your pain in your heart a short rest. Keeo in touch, love Lel x

[@mandysylvan5860]

@@MadebyMarley Thankyou for your kind words, he is my only child. I will keep on truckin, my dogs need me and I do home boarding so usually having 7 waggy tails helps too ❤️ x

[@kuhtone]

Hugs from across the pond !!!!! Crafting is healing on so many levels. Beautiful lampshades, thank you for sharing both your history and family stories. Sharing is healing too, plus I think when the audience hasn't met you in person, it can feel even safer sometimes.

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes your right if you knew me in person I would be crying like a baby.... It makes me brave not saying to someone's face x x

[@valeriecaskanette4134]

Thank you Marley. I found your video today. Feeling overwhelmed with grief since my husband died last week. This helped me ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so so sorry to hear your life changing and sad news. I don't have words that will help. So I'm glad you escaped even for a short while from your grief long enough to watch this x

[@nancyanderson3738]

Thank you for this particular video😌I have been in a deep depression with all of the upheaval in my life for the last almost 2 years…many changes and heartbreak😞 I am trying to get my life back in order and my mind where it belongs.. I have a small lamp shade I can play with and I’m going to give this a try.. thank you for the inspiration and my thoughts and prayers go out to your family as you each deal with your loss🙏 PS. Thank you for the funny story about the antics at the restaurant 😂😂 that’s what having friends is all about😊

[@MadebyMarley]

I am glad even if your just starting small. I'm so sorry to hear about all the issues you have had and I hope you begin to move forward with a slightly more hopefully future x Lots of love Lel x

[@lorrilo]

I am so sorry for your loss and I agree they are part of the family. I love this lampshade so much! It is so beautiful that I am going to try and duplicate it. I would love to have this one too

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much for your really kind comment x

[@anitavdwouden2898]

Such a big family you and Martin have Lel.Nothing better than to have kids in all sizes and age 😅. And then also having a buisniness....hat off! And Your dog had such a sweet look in his eyes,sorry for your loss.

[@MadebyMarley]

Awwww my darling rocco... He was a champion. Yes I've lots of kids next summer I will only have one left.... I think my kids and grandkids keep us young.....

[@anitavdwouden2898]

@@MadebyMarley Your still young!!

[@taizuwold2666]

Your pieces never cease to amaze me. Watching you create brightens my day!

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much I'm really glad you enjoyed the video x

[@carmencardashian8661]

I am an animal lover, and I do understand your pain for losing your wee sweet darling dog..im soooo sorry..God rest his soul 🙏 😔😔 hugs 🫂 from London ❤️ you are an amazing creator ❤️

[@MadebyMarley]

Hi Carmen, yes our pets just mess us up when something happens to them. Kind words and much love to you in London x

[@juliahelland6488]

You have my deepest condolences! It's incredibly difficult when we lose our fur babies, so best to take a break and enjoy! Thanks for sharing! ❣️

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks your right they are like your family x x

[@deelehman7647]

Prayers go out to you and the Family on the loss of Rocco , Think Happy thoughts . Hugs to you all

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much for your prayers x x

[@cindyscheel5116]

I LOVE the lamp! I LOVE the conversation! I LOVE that you care for us enough to share this with us! And I LOVE you and Martin for all you do to make US feel good! Can’t wait to see more! Hello from Texas!

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww I'm glad you love the lamp, and the conversation is good even if your not a little blue it's just good to create it helps us in so many ways.

[@cindyconlisk1062]

I'm sorry for your loss. Pets become so much a part of our family. Thanks for sharing all your great ideas.

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes you don't realise the gap they leave. Thanks for leaving me a kind comment x x

[@beverleyshaver864]

I really liked and appreciated the joining of art, joy and mental health. Such a well needed reminder. Thank you so much.

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes I think they all go hand in hand thanks so much for watching x

[@carolynyoung2797]

Once again Marley you have not only inspired me but have helped me to find my confidence to do all the things I’ve been reluctant to try that I’ve been thinking about. My sincere thanks for your lovely attitude about creating for Joy. 😃😃😃

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes please try them. Have confidence if it doesn't work out that's okay because it really is.... Much love to you, stay well. Lel x

[@Evie3331]

I love this Lel, creativity has got me through some really tough times. You're amazing Lel and a fab human being. This week I have made a kitchen island and painted a mirror to get myself through. Thanks for being a wonderful human from a mental health nurse and a CPTSD sufferer xx

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes it can help us through things... I often think it's just the quite time to think. That's such a kind comment much love to you x

[@barbaragrace1992]

I would have that lampshade in my home any day if the week. It's so my style. My crafts also help me with my negative self. I've learned you just have to get on with it come hell or highwater. Much love to you all. 🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes negative self talk is such a horrible thing it really can get us in a terrible in our heads... Thanks so much and I always love your comments x

[@lynnmckenzie4841]

I'm so sorry for the loss of your sweet Rocco; they are like our children and their loss is huge

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much that's so very kind of you x

[@jessicacairns-v6f]

You are lush! What a women, so understanding and giving. Thank you ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

You are so welcome! I'm so glad you watched x

[@ArteSportStoreArteSportStore]

Great video, love to see you and Martin just hanging out doing what you love. Thanks for sharing your selves and your fearless knowledge 🙏🏻

[@MadebyMarley]

Ha ha ha sharing my nonsense more like, I'm glad you watched this and we are very grateful x

[@gglove1949]

You take me out of the humdrum. I can’t wait to make some from my stash and put them in my little vendor space. They will be just eye candy for fun. No one ever understands my Tramp Art but I make it anyway because it’s fun. Thank you for the inspiration.

[@MadebyMarley]

Tramp art that's sounds right up my street.... I'm so grateful you are watching x

[@DreamingCatStudio]

Such a touching video Lel. Thank you for sharing your feelings and for the inspiration. Like for many, your videos are a source of dopamine for me! I see the patchwork technique you used, as well as all the mediums, as a perfect analogy for treating sadness or depression-a little bit of this that I love, add a little bit of that that I love, and before long I’m feeling better. 🥰

[@MadebyMarley]

Your so absolutely right... Often jyst throwing things together.... The task alone can lift any grey mood I have x x Thanks and much love Lel x

[@kep817]

This video was soooo good! DIY, crafting, creativity - my go to when I need a lift. Thanks for the reminder to get out all of those hoarded craft supplies and start creating!

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes stop hoarding get creating...... Thanks for watching and commenting x

[@candyclay1266]

This is the same about mental health here in the USA,as well!! No one wants to speak about mental health,and it's so sad. My children,are adults now with families of their own,but my husband and I and our children have always had open honest communications with each other,and it does not matter the topic we talk,and get to the bottom of problems and help each other. But it's so sad so many don't have anyone to lean on,or someone to talk with. Biggest Hugs and sorry for the loss of your fur baby,he sure was a beautiful boy, Hugs and prayers from the USA here in Indiana,,Candy Hoard

[@MadebyMarley]

Hi Candy your right, good mental health is slightly easier when you have a close family. However I get lots of messages from those on there own. So I just wanted to get them kinda started on a project. Your message was very kind... I think all countries don't discuss how we all feel, I guess it makes us vulnerable x x

[@candyclay1266]

@MadebyMarley it really does make us vulnerable. I'm here if you ever need anyone to listen,we can cry,scream whatever we need to do( even eat cake together ❤️) biggest hugs,Candy

[@jeaninelyons2107]

Have you ever thought about painting and decoupaging on jeans or a t shirt?

[@MadebyMarley]

Will we try it???

[@AnotherMansJunk-ss5vy]

I am so sorry for your loss! It does hurt when we lose our 4-legged family members. 😿Sending you big hugs. 🤗 I love your videos and every time I watch them, they are dopamine for me. :) They cheer me up and make me feel better. :) I am so happy that today, you are creating a lamp shade of all things. I just dug out an old lamp today from which I want to redo the lamp shade. This is crazy that your video just popped up at this moment. :) Thank you so much for your creativity and for being the wonderful person that you are. :)💚💚💚

[@MadebyMarley]

Your so right about animals... I think we need them in our lives. Your lampshade project sounds so cool.... Happy creating and thanks so much for leaving me such a kind comment Lel x

[@Grambo46]

Oh that was so relaxing to watch. I believe our pets go to heaven and they will be there wating for us at the gate. I'm going to have to look for those majestic birds, see if they're part of your papers. Blessings of comfort to your whole family. XXxX grambo

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh thanks that's just so kind of you x x

[@tinyfacemcgee9211]

I’m totally inspired by the hot pink! I just kicked my 20 yr old son out of the house and it’s breaking my heart! I also absolutely love the decoupage collage look! So thank you💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕💕

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh no.... I hope your okay. Was he naughty? Marty was kicked out when he was young and he ended up having a great relationship with his mum....there's always something Love Lel x

[@kimspratto9968]

Loved the pics of Rocco at the end... made me tear up.

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww I know.... Thanks for being there x

[@Jendarhan64]

❤😊🤗. You bless us with sharing these videos and your life. This turned out so cool! ❤❤❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww I'm glad you like it x

[@mumsshed]

Lovely creation Lel. I can concur that being creative is a good source of therapy and anyone should just go for it, even if they say they are not creative, I might add having and creating with like minded people is also a very, very good source of dopamine 😉

[@MadebyMarley]

Hello you absolute diamond..... I love you x

[@mswoe042]

So sorry about ur little fur baby, they become part of our family & a Couple years ago I had to put down my 16 yr old shih tzu …. it was very hard. I enjoyed listening about ur work. I totally understand where ur creating comes from… I lost my 21 yr old daughter in a car accident 10 yrs. after losing my husband in a car accident and if I hadn’t had my hobbies, I would have lost it! Now I’m into painting furniture, etc with new fur babies to keep me company. So happy u have such a neat relationship with hubby, Martin! Take care … & thanks for ur inspirations!💞

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh my my heart, what sad sad events you have hone through. I'm so so sorry to hear that you have gone through all this heart break. Did you turn to creative projects to help?

[@mswoe042]

@@MadebyMarley yes, One craft I learned was ribbon embroidery

[@judyzennnaro7336]

I give my heartflull thoughts about your beautiful Gypsy I want to tell you how much I appreciate not only your art but your personally not to mention Martin. You two are a great team.

[@MadebyMarley]

Judy what a very kind comment. I really appreciate you watching and leaving me a kind comment x

[@thaniastefa4308]

💝💘💖 AMAZING, CONGRATULATIONS, I can't really describe this beauty in words, thank you so much for sharing this lovely video 💥💥💥👌👌👌

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting x

[@tamaferrell1720]

LOVE lampshades...so much can be done with them! Great video.

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh yes lamp shades are awesome x

[@mikkileon6380]

Scale 1 to 10 7:00 am: Woke-3 7:15 am: saw that Made by Marley had an 1 1/2 hour Video Up-6 8:45 am: Video End-8+ 😃🤗💃🏽 THANK YOU❣️❣️

[@MadebyMarley]

Your welcome our mental health is vital if I can play a tiny role in helping then I'm so glad x x

[@joannecupid6638]

Lel, thank you for this video , Roco was a gorgeous boy 😢 love you & all the family

[@MadebyMarley]

He was adorable and sweet x x

[@brendajablonowski1668]

I love watching you ❤️ YOU make me laugh and feel happy 😊 I've been having such a difficult time this last month. SO GLAD I FOUND YOU

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so glad you watch me and I'm Very grateful x x

[@DonnaJPage]

I recently found your channel and am excited about your bohemian style. It seems like when I have a question , one of your clips answers it. Even from this one I noticed that when I was coming home from purchasing the Annie Sloan paint I felt pretty happy with myself. I found a cute little shop in downtown, Lakeland, Florida, that sells it. I thoroughly enjoy you and Martin’s banter and laughter, makes me smile. I love love your work. By the way, this is the only comment I’ve ever made.

[@MadebyMarley]

See even buying paint can make you happy x

[@joannecupid6638]

I am so so sorry for your loss , your animals are like your children 😢 I loss two dogs and two kids with in 6 mths it was horrible , my heart is breaking for you ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh no that's tragic I'm so sorry for you loss. Do you create to take your mind of things, and to feel better? Much love Lel x

[@harpreetrandhawa1604]

U hv become my fav crafter ..ur unique furniture items ..ur innovations ..ur good hearted ness really uplift me…lost my young beautiful daughter in law who was barely 30 years old last year ..couldn’t paint for more than a year ..but ur tutorials are edging me to move on … ThAnkyou so much Marley for sharing everything …sorry for losing Rocco Was dying the see the trim u had coloured in Annie Sloan s capri pink 😄

[@MadebyMarley]

Oh my 30 is so young with a life in front of her.... That's unimaginable. I'm so sorry for your loss. If I remember I will show you the trim this week x x

[@MrsJax304]

This was such a happy kinda sad video. I really enjoyed your talk and your bougie lampshade. I always think they have a romantic design to them.. your sweet 🐶 was adorable. Love that crimped hair style. I am sorry for your loss truly. Eat some cake for me also. Thank you for this insights and sharing yourself, your art, your heart and some of your family stories.. it’s nice to get to know you and Martin. Honestly I would not think you were old enough to have older kids. You look fantastic.

[@MadebyMarley]

Ha ha yes I have lots of older kids my youngest kids are now the twins who are 16, my oldest kid she's 30..... I will eat plenty of cake and tell myself you have me permission x

[@jeaninelyons2107]

So sorry about the loss of your dog. I totally understand your grief. You are doing the right thing working thru it by doing something that you love. It does make you feel better. Praying for yall!❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Aww that's kind jeanine yes keeping creative is the answer and it might be for someone watching Much love Lel x

[@kimspratto9968]

Lost my German Shepherd 5 years ago. We'd just moved to New Jersey from California and we were lucky to be able to buy a few acres... well with acreage come ticks. Ugh...! Every day we were pulling ticks off of them. I had 3 GS's at the time and I was worried about tick born diseases. So I promptly got them into the vet and asked about the Lymes Vaccine. Two of them had two different tick born diseases already (we'd been here all of 8 weeks). All three of my fur babies received 1 of 2 shots and 2 weeks later I brought them all back in for the 2nd shot. My sweet Chellie yelped when hers was administered, it was a Friday morning. A few hours later I walked down our driveway to grab the trash can and Chellie, who usually accompanied me all the way down (1/4 mile), stayed and waited for me at the bend. Something was wrong. I called the vet, he said "normal". By Sunday we were at the emergency vet hospital with her where we learned that she had a reaction to the vaccine and now her white blood cells were attacking her red blood cells as her body thought those cells were a disease (or it could be red attacking the white, I can't say for sure)... We were told we could try to save her, it would take many blood transfusions over months to a year, would cost near $10,000.00 or more, with no guarantee she'd make it. I just couldn't bring myself to put her through that. I had to let her go. I was devastated and still have tears when I type this. I caused her death trying to prevent disease! I loved her soooooo much. She was a rescue as all my dogs have been and she was MY girl. She literally was with me always and laid on the couch net me every night. Thankfully, I have two more sweeties still here with me, Rudy who is crippled in his hind legs (some weird disease and probably why he ended up in rescue) and Nina, who was found on the side of the road. Her initial vet visit exposed 7 broken teeth, anemia due to fleas (literally bathed her and blood was washing off of her skin), ear infections, and a broken pelvis trying to heal itself. My vet guesstimated her to be all of 10 months old at the time. Pets are so wonderful even when they run you through the emotional tackle zone. We are so blessed to have them if only for a short time. Hang in there sweetie, you are in my prayers. Hugs from Jersey. xoxo.

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks for sharing that's so sad, we would spend our last to keep them alive. Much love to you Lel x

[@sandyhenkelman]

I loved the shades. I love the conversation it was very nice. Very true of mental health There is a huge problem.

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks Sandy I'm glad you enjoyed the lamp shades x

[@Susan-on3gc]

I love your honesty and your creativity. I don't suffer with mental health problems myself , I'm very lucky but my mother did all her life and my daughter has since she was a young teen. Can you imagine my mother was born in 1930 and is no longer with us, but had a wonderful relationship with her mother who took her to see a doctor ( i hate to think what he said), she had trouble going to school with her mental health, she stayed at home and helped her mum, but I can't help thinking that she would have been put away had she had a different mother. My daughter still needs help reassurance from me and I'm happy to be there for her and my twin grandchildren, she is wonderful mother and some of that is due to how deeply she thinks and feels about things even small things. Thank you for being open it matters.

[@MadebyMarley]

Your right I think being open and honest matters thanks for telling me about your family makes me feel I know you a little better x x

[@jacquelineproctor4331]

Oh so sorry for your loss, your work is as stunning as ever xx

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much that's very kind of you x

[@cassandrasmith5517]

Sometimes you don’t know how something in your life will become the thing that saves you until it saves you. My mom passed away 3 yrs ago next month so this time of year is even more difficult for me. But my craft has been that thing that I can pour myself into to help get me through. I think people like us are blessed that we have something that we truly love to do because. Not everyone has that. ❤️ the shade! P.S. I like cake too😂

[@MadebyMarley]

Awww my heart goes out yo you cassandra don't you sometimes think talking about this with people helps.... I'm sorry for you around this time. And yes your bang on if nothing else there will always be cake. Much love Lel x

[@cassandrasmith5517]

@@MadebyMarley thanks Lel! Yes talking about it definitely helps. It hurts but it does help. And yes for that extra boost to make it through there’s always cake😄🥰

[@mikkileon6380]

Also, thank you for being vulnerable with us and sharing some thing so personal😍

[@MadebyMarley]

Your story about the plants........ Omg I'm crying. I told my eldest daughter to read your comment..... So sad so very sad..... But on a lighter note I can't keep plants alive. I don't have green fingers well unless it's paint x

[@bonnysmith4908]

I thought this project was fascinating! I'm sorry for your loss.

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm glad Bonny... Much love to you x

[@alisonyoung4989]

This translates to ME beautifully!! Thank you for giving me the time to be ME and enjoy it!❤❤

[@athenaparrish7825]

What a wonderful video 😘 so sorry for your loss 🐶🙏

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks Athena x x x

[@helgamertz8450]

I’m thoroughly enjoying this video ,thank you for sharing !❤️👍

[@MadebyMarley]

Glad you enjoyed it thanks so much for watching x

[@carolskogen7999]

Thank -you always for your encouragement.Blessings

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much for watching and commenting x

[@ondinadixon1875]

Hi ya Lel and Martyn. OMG ! I Certainly feel your Loss of your GORGEOUS Rocco 😢😢. I’m a Very Big Sook when it comes to animals . I know you kept it together for the camera, but I was balling my eyes out . I just feel for you All ! Well I think I better get on to this Lamp ! Well it is a Tadar ! Don’t laugh at my spelling. It’s just GORGEOUS! GORGEOUS! Lel And I just ❤❤ the green one and I’m Not a Green girl , I just ❤it ! I think it was just So Very Touching when you addressed people being down , dealing with Depression as I do , and this video was just Pure Dopamine 😊 Thank You Thank You for being You . Such a Beautiful Soul you are ❤ya . Till nxt time hun and enjoy your cake 🍰 Xx

[@MadebyMarley]

You are so so kind Ondina thanks for that message. Mental health needs more people discussing it. Glad you enjoyed the lampshades.... And yes I will think of you when I eat cake..... I think you gave me permission x

[@wendyk007]

I am so in love with this lampshade ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Awwww Wendy thanks so much x

[@shirleyjohnson3397]

Hi Marley - What the heck is this? I've never seen anything like this project before in my life. It is so beautiful and gorgeous. You have terrific skills. ThankU a bunch and a bunch for sharing. And I have an old lamp project that I have started and it's in pending mode. I can't wait to do this paper treatment. ThankU, thankU, thankU. ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Get all over a lamp shade it will make you happy.... And have fun x

[@dawnbrown9508]

I feel your pain. It always hurts to lose one of our furbabies. I quite literally have a 5 day-old puppy dying. Her other two are perfect, but apparently, his heart is failing. The ultrasound tech had pointed out that the heart rate was erratic for one of the babies. It has been expressed in this one sweet boy. I've been bottle feeding, but he quit suckling, then quit eating. Nature sucks. My heart is breaking. Especially for mama, who knows and barely leaves him. Seeing your video has made my day easier. Thank you!!

[@MadebyMarley]

That sounds so incredibly sad.... I feel so sorry for you. I love all animals. I'm thinking of you x

[@dawnbrown9508]

@MadebyMarley I appreciate you! I wish more folks were as open with what's going on in their world. I think people need to remember we all have things that go sideways and we all cope in different ways. I love the banter between you and Martyn! It makes my day!! ❤️❤️

[@anthiawlk6139]

I love the pieces and you inspired me a lot so i ordered 2 Lampshades to try. I have so many of your papers and have not used them know because they are so precious to me that i fear to waste them and no piece is ever good enough for them. I bought them when i was for work in the US, delivery to the hotel. Rocco really looked so cute, it‘s horrible to lose a friend like him 😢

[@MadebyMarley]

Just use them.... There no good to you or your project stored away... Much love to you and remember to show me your lampshade ❤️❤️

[@tracyzangrando2716]

You are my dopamine! Lol, I look forward to all your videos every week. You inspire me!

[@MadebyMarley]

Tracy thanks that's really very kind, I appreciate you watching so much x

[@Purpurschnecke]

So sorry for your loss! ❤

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much that's very kind of you x

[@sarahrenfrow9795]

These lampshades are pure masterpieces! I think I may have bumped into a way to fight my winter SAD (seasonal affective disorder) and use up my scraps of everything! Thank you for the cheer-up.

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes getting all your fun crafting supplies will help you fight your blues..... And give you a new lampshade to look at and enjoy x

[@debz1222]

love the lamp ... and the chat from you ... very important subject

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks I really appreciate you watching. Love Lel x

[@sallyh7282]

I'm really sorry to hear about your boy Rocco, he looks so sweet. Lovely project & great idea how to lift spirits. You're right, just looking at my lace, papers, paints etc is a joy in itself. You're also right about needing to use them!

[@MadebyMarley]

Sally yes use your stash get the joy and mood lifting experts not going to do it on a shelf. Much love and thanks Lel x

[@sallyh7282]

@@MadebyMarley 💙💙

[@GrumpyOldCrows]

😢Sorry for your loss. My 17.5 year old Piper passed in March and we are still gutted. The lampshade is beautiful and certainly easier on the hips than cake.😂

[@MadebyMarley]

I'm so so sorry to hear about Piper, much love Lel x

[@sharonbattaglia1141]

I love you guys so much! Thank you for being yourselves!😘

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks Sharon x

[@kaylenerolph7176]

Oh my gosh! I absolutely love this lampshade! I would have this in my bedroom in a heartbeat! I'm definitely going to give it a go. I live with depression so l agree, this sort of thing is the perfect outlet. So sorry to hear about your furbaby.💜💙. Love from Australia xoxo

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes please give it a go, I'm sorry you live with depression it's a terrible thing my love is sending to you via my phone to you in Australia x

[@diane.fontaine]

It’s absolutely GORGEOUS 👍😘🤗❌⭕️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much 😊

[@artistikitty]

Loved this! 💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞💞 Big hugs....so hard to lose our fur babies. 💔

[@MadebyMarley]

I know it's so very sad x x x

[@Selfcareawareness442]

Thank you for explaining what I have always said ..creativity is essential and a gift for us as part of the human experience mental health....you said it so well, you are awesome..😊!

[@MadebyMarley]

You are so absolutely right Rita.... Its so essential thanks for your comment and for watching x

[@НадеждаХардина-й9х]

Спасибо вам ,видео удивительное, рада ,что узнаю вас больше и больше.Вы открытый и честный человек,спасибо.

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks so much as I said in the video I'm not usually such a sharer but I think it's good if you know about who you are watching. I really appreciate your comment x

[@sharonhendricks9706]

And here I'm hesitant to even PAINT a SMALL lamp shade! LOL Marley....I think this is a wonderfully freeing-up-your-inhibitions video. At least for me it is. It's interesting what first attracted me to this video.....dopamine....I'm a Psych RN, retired, but I LOVE psych...or behavioral health, for those who are uncomfortable with "psych". I'm so glad you shared your earlier career studies because it appropriately explains your insight. There are so many parts of your video that I would like to comment on but suffice it to say that not only is it technique learning, it's learning how to be okay with your feelings, regardless of what they are and that it's okay to step out of your comfort zone and maybe surprise yourself at what you are capable of doing. I will also add that I'm SO glad you pointed out the white edges....I kept thinking, but Marley I don't like those white edges....HA! You are so refreshing to the soul. (I thought I was subscribed but I wasn't...but I am now🤪) I'm so sorry about Rocco. I totally get your heartache. OMG, I had to come back and edit....I LOVE that blue and gold lampshade with the Kindest Regards script stamping. I would be perfectly happy with only that....maybe a bit of trim but that one is very pleasing to me. Thank you for showing it!

[@MadebyMarley]

Yes... Start small what I like might not be what you like.... Nevertheless grab all the things you like and then go for it... Have fun play and your right it's okay sometimes to feel a specific way. There is no orescrion a way to feel...... I just know I'm happy creating x

[@samnowak4843]

So sorry for your loss. Thank you for this video. You have really made me feel so much better. I’ve just started crafting and painting again after a bout of rubbish health both physical and mental. Its helping me so much.

[@MadebyMarley]

Please get better soon and I'm sorry to hear that..... Just start with small projects that will make you happy x

[@katharinecox5200]

I love this sharing you're doing. This is a great idea all around. It's self -compassion. And I love the crazy quilt style of it. Thanks Marley, this will help me in so many ways on many levels. I'd love to just peruse your lamp shade collection

[@MadebyMarley]

Sometimes showing your vulnerabilities makes us more human I always think x x

[@kimspratto9968]

BTW, ANOTHER MASTERPIECE! YOU ARE TRULY INSPIRING. XOXO

[@MadebyMarley]

Thanks Kim x