everything I made in 2023! (sewing full time)

[@Haberdasherheather]

💚 so pleased everyone is posting their 2023 sewing makes because I am finding so many new (to me) people to watch and learn from.

[@annasavio2595]

Omg that GARDEN WEDDING DRESS I GASPED, YOUR TALENT, THAT IS ONE PUFF PASTRY MAJESTY OF A DRESS WOW😍💖💖💖💖💖💖

[@fromcarlyb]

AW THATS SO SWEET heheh thank you!!!!!!

[@carolcreations26]

Thanks for sharing your year. such fun. I have to wonder how old you are. Creativity of an older more experienced person with the heart of a 6 year old. I am an old sewest, learned from my grandmothers. I'm 86 years old, and so enjoy you and all of your clever sewing ideas. I live in Southern Indiana USA.

[@fromcarlyb]

It sounds like we would get along great. I'm 26! If only we could have tea & I could hear all about your sewing experience!!!

[@carolcreations26]

@@fromcarlyb That would be awesome, if I had my own Helicopter I could fly to where you live and have tea and talk sewing.

[@bunniesandroses499]

the dress in 16:20 is lovely and it looks like it took along time to make, you must have a lot of energy

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thank you!! It was a labour of love

[@bandanarathore]

Hi Carl, Love the bows on the headphones. your channel was one of the best thing happened to me in sewing area. The biggest thing I learnt this year as a beginner is 'Always make a Mock-up'. And if the pattern says it is for intermediate sewist the do not attempt to make it in the good fabric directly ever. I learnt this after spoiling two lovely dresses. I don't even have extra fabric to fix them. So always make a mock up of at least the bodice.

[@fromcarlyb]

hehe thank you! aw that's so cool. mock ups sometimes are a life saver I agree!! Hope your 2024 is filled with lots of great sewing!!

[@darkpipou9415]

I’am Always soooo happy to see that you post a new video, you’re clearly in my top 3 creator ! Thank you for the sparkles of Joy and creativity that u put in my life ! I think one of my favorite stuff i made this years was a patchwork ruffled skirt with a matching corset , it was my first patchwork piece , i was really inspired by your work ✨✨✨ i love all you’re creation so much i cant pick a favorite hahaha ! Again thank you for all ✨✨🧚🧚

[@fromcarlyb]

whaaaat that's sooo niccceeeee thanks for watching!!! that piece sounds simply magical. i love to see other patchwork artists out there!!! happy 2024 mate!!

[@waffelsmellgood]

I made some rag patchwork cat dolls for Christmas gifts to my mother and sister. It was the nutcracker themed. I wished I had gotten a photo of both cat dolls. One was the rat king and the other a flower ballerina from the waltz of the flowers. I really like the black dress you are wearing. I like the fit and bows. My favorite pieces are the ones with puffy sleeves though.🥰

[@marikunastudio]

Such an amazing and inspiring wrap! (Also, feeling so smug to have seen all the videos you mention...) My favourites are the fairy wedding dresses and the happiest skirt, though I loved every single one of your makes. My own sewing achievements were selling my first pieces and my latest video getting a lot of love! Can't wait to see what you get up to next year.

[@fromcarlyb]

all the videos!!! you're a REAL ONE !!!! hehe those pieces were so fun to make. YESS congratulations on your first sales!!!! That's so exciting!! Keep killing it !!!!

[@elijahmeredith7682]

Ah those rock climbing pants are a dream!!!!! The buttonholes are perfect !

[@fromcarlyb]

hheehehehe

[@capricespieces]

I'm pretty freaking new to sewing myself and even though a lot of the things I make are really similar projects, I learn a lot from each of them. It's fun to see how much you've learned and grown in a year! I upcycle a lot too. I've been wanting to use my scraps for something and you have a lot of interesting ideas.

[@fromcarlyb]

That's the BEST!!!! The reward of learning something new everytime feels so exciting and sparkly. I hope you have a wonderful year of sewing ahead!

[@vanessacrossley3658]

Tip for printing on fabric. Iron some cotton onto freezer paper and cut to A4 size. It goes through your printer really easy. Loads of beautiful makes from 2023

[@fromcarlyb]

ok you are so smart i'm gonna try this next time!

[@littleaudity]

i love this round up! you have such a unique eye for design, and i love hearing about everything you learned over the year too! i love everything you made this year, and i can’t wait to see what you make next year!!!

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thank you!! Sending lots of love!!

[@brynnabailermango]

seeing all of your progress throughout the year is so inspiring, I loved this video!!💜

[@fromcarlyb]

thank you for following along!!!

[@Libblebean]

I love your style of making things , they’re all just so pretty. probably my favourite thing I made this year was a white very very very gathered dress, inspired by the poofy dresses you make. I just feel so magical and fairy like in it, I’d love to make more but oh my it took forever to sew hehe. Thank you for doing what you do, your content is so lovely to watch

[@fromcarlyb]

Thank you!! Aw that sounds so lovely. I'm so glad you feel magical in it!!

[@seraphina9973]

Subscribed immediately. I gasped opening the link to your shop because I have always been OBSESSED with patchwork clothes (and upcycled vintage materials, stylistically as well as environmentally). I'll be keeping an eye out for any more of those patchwork dresses (like the Easel with the ruffled collar) because I intend to buy one ASAP lol.

[@fromcarlyb]

aw that's so sweet! isn't patchwork just the best!!!! sending lots of love & there will be more patchwork stuff up soon

[@bowerbirdstyle7661]

I love all the variations of your Jo March dress. Of the things I have made I am most proud of a coat with sleeves, cuffs, collar, pockets, buttons and buttonholes. I did it withoit a pattern - just trying things.

[@namelast440]

learning to sew better for 2025 and seeing vids like this makes me so happy and excited to get better!! u have rly great taste babes xx

[@fromcarlyb]

yayyyyy i'm so glad!!!! thank you!!

[@julielafontaine4500]

Hey gorgeous..so glad to see you back..was thinking it was about time you brightened my screen ..can't wait to see what you create next....Merry Christmas to you and yours

[@hallihallo1312]

Loved your videos this year, perfect to watch while crafting :) Happy holidays!

[@felinetherapy4782]

So much fabulousness.

[@indiabilly]

Love your hair and your style xx

[@isabellagodde4935]

Just subscribed! As and Australian it makes me really happy to see a sewing content creator from our awesome country! :)

[@snowy2008103]

Hi Carly!! Your creativity is so inspiring and I just love seeing all the care and time you put into creating your garments! All your pieces are so much fun and I love that you aren't afraid to make the things you really want to make! I really love the camera bag you made. Although I'm beginner sewist, I decided to make my own wedding dress this year and I LOVED it. I learnt so much. Although people thought I was kind of crazy for doing it, others were inspired which just gave me the warmest feeling. We can do hard things! Thanks for sharing your creative journey with us. 🧵❤

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thank you for appreciating my work. Means so much. WEDDING DRESS!!!! YOU'RE AMAZING!!! I'm so glad you loved it. You must be so proud of that creation. We can do hard things... it's good to remind ourselves that I think. Take care mate, hope your 2024 is filled with lots of goodness.

[@VioletGreen-v5s]

I love how artistic and energetic your style is!!! I really need to make some fun pachwork pieces for myself! so inspiring and cheerful video, great work!!! loooved the fairy wedding dress, I hope you kept it for yourself!!!

[@carolinemason1286]

Hi Carly - thank you for your videos. The lovely patchwork skirt and dress that you made would look great in assorted shades of blue, and with wide broderie anglaise attached to the petticoat, and peeping below the

[@fromcarlyb]

thank you for watching!!

[@dodgethis_]

Well done, Carly! Happy holidays to you and yours! 🪩

[@linneahvornum3376]

In the beginning of this year I saw a reel from you on instagram where you showed one of the (absolutely wonderful) white, fluffy tulle dresses. And I'm so glad I did because you and your work is really inspiring, thank you!❤️ //Lots of love from Sweden✨️

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thanks for following along since that fluffy dress (hehe) Sending love !!

[@buffienguyen]

I've watched all of your videos this year and they always make my creative time so happy! i look forward to your 2024 journey!

[@fromcarlyb]

:') whattt that's so lovely, thank you for watching!!!! sending love

[@corinnekupish2742]

The most inspiring pieces I've seen in a long time... incredible! You should be so proud

[@fromcarlyb]

oh that's sooooo kind. thank you!!

[@CSB458]

Just bought a sewing machine. Very intimidated 🙈 Love your patchwork style. Subscribed 🙂

[@amyjmb617]

you would absolutely love a place called "the sewing basket". its basically a craft opshop. its my favorite place! i believe its only in sydney though. i would looove to send you a box of sewing basket goodies....

[@friendoflife2416]

Love seeing all your clothing and hearing you explain your process

[@demi6342]

Your videos just make me so happy. I feel like I learn a lot, I'm really inspired and I just love your vibe so much. The pieces you have made have been INCREDIBLE and it's so interesting to hear how much you've learnt and grown. I also love that you say things like... I didn't get this bit right but we're learning. It's not always about everything being perfect. It's also about the journey and about what things can teach us. Ahh I just love your content. Thank you for making this little happy corner on the internet ❤

[@CaitMakes]

So many inspiring makes! Loved this video! Thanks for sharing, leaving feeling inspired! Happy holidays 😊❤️

[@fromcarlyb]

Happy holidays!! thank you for watching!

[@Brysia75]

Love your style! Really pretty clothes

[@hermionedannunzio9422]

looove the harry styles outfit it looks so cute and artsy

[@sewitfits7393]

Robert Wood patterns are great. I plan on buying a couple of patterns soon.

[@karen80ful]

I love your work and am excited to find your channel. Next year when you make a review video of your work consider putting yourself talking as the inset and your clothing as the big video so we have a better view of your amazing garments.

[@fromcarlyb]

a FANTASTIC idea!!! I'll try and remember for this year!!

[@thepitofdespair]

22:25 laughing at this moment lol, love that feeling of unabashed joy in weirdness ❤

[@plantbasedspoon]

hei I love seeing everything you made it's so inspiring to see you try things out and it really makes me want to get back into more experimental sewing!!💕🫶🧚 I love those rock climbing pants that you made for your boyfriend and I was thinking of making some for my girlfriend (probably later this summer when I'm out of uni), do you have any tips for them? also would you consider remaking them for a pattern breakdown (that I would pay for)? either way really cool pair of trousers 🤩

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thank you for watching mate!! Oh those rock climbing pants were a task for sure.. but so special to make. I can absolutely do a pattern breakdown on my patreon this year! But if you want to self draft... I worked off the Bob Woven pants pattern as a jumping point

[@plantbasedspoon]

@@fromcarlyb awesome! I joined your patreon for everything that you provided already and perhaps a climbing pants breakdown in the future!! thank you so much and regardless whether you do make that in the coming year i look forward to seeing what cool makes you have in store🤗

[@Haberdasherheather]

💚 Ok. So I just watched this entire video and have 2 things to add. You share my son's 🎂 Birthday AWESOME I hope you have a video showing how you make your tags. Can't wait to drive into your channel and learn some new stuff!

[@booklika]

can you make a tutorial on the sandy liang headband? it looks so amazing with the barbie dress

[@fromcarlyb]

Sally Darr has an awesome video on this!! That's where I learned from initially!

[@neocat81]

so freakin CUTE!!! you are ADORABLE!! love this style and so glade i found this page. i would love to know how you secure the raw edges on the inside of the patch work? i am attempting some thing like this with 1 in hexi's. i don't have a surger and i thin'k that i will attempt to do it with epp by hand 😅i really don't want to line it so?? LOVE YOUR WORK!!! LOVE FROM UTAH!!

[@natifun9877]

you are so talented! great work

[@wildkatfrog]

you should feel powerful in your me made cloth ! i dont know why, but you make me think of vivienne westwood!

[@fromcarlyb]

VIVIENNE WESTWOOD WAS SO COOL

[@kaytemnorwood]

I hope you had a great birthday!

[@karawilson5642]

where do you find all these beautiful secondhand fabrics??

[@fromcarlyb]

Mainly at the thrift!! And sometimes from friends, markets & donations!

[@Jenc1396]

Beautiful work!! I'm so inspired by all youve made! The Lord is so honored by the way you reflect him in your creativity. Keep it up sister 🎉❤❤

[@fromcarlyb]

Thank you mate!!! Appreciate you!!

[@piper830]

What fabric did you use for the Robert’s wood dress? (the one you’re wearing in the video)

[@Allinmyworld]

3:09 the stuff she made starts

[@Rrosafresa]

Amazing video 💚 I will also make a recap of all the things I have made, loved the idea to share creativity. I also used the free month trial, Thanks!!! (L)

[@fromcarlyb]

Sounds awesome!! It's pretty nice to reflect on a year of creating! Also YAY!!!

[@fromcarlyb]

What's your favourite make from 2023?! Let me know!

[@janaefavors]

You pretty clothing ❤

[@ylianavazquez3082]

ya estás grande para usar esa ropa la ropa es de una jovencita como de unos doce a quince años tu ya eres una adulta y usas esa ropa y aparte está muy fea