Fabric Slashing - Craft with Me

Welcome back Odd Flock!
Today I have a fun project for using up small fabric scraps! You can really make one of these in any size you like. I chose this size because I want to use it as a journal cover!
I found this technique in a book and decided to come to KZbin and see this process in action! I came across this video by Colouricious Holiday:
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and was so amazed! Of course my no means is this a new process, and so that inspired me to dig a little deeper and see how this came about. It appears to be a technique used years and years ago and then was picked back up by not only fashion designers, but also textile artists.
So here are some cool links I found on the topic!
ruthsinger.com/2014/06/01/fab...
www.mckennalinn.com/createslas...
lifetakeslemons.wordpress.com...
I hope you all enjoy! This was fun, a bit of work, but definitely fun and gets those scraps used up!!
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Thanks for swinging by!
XoXo
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[@SereneBookworks]

Watching again and it's even more pretty this time! I've never heard of this before. The texture!!😍😍😍 I like how the colors peep through like a rainbow! This is so cool!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much fren! I am so happy you love it!! 😉😉❤️XoXo

[@debbiedoughty]

Way to think outside the sewing box! I've seen this done for blankets, pillows and footstool covers but never for a book or JJ cover! It looks amazing. Can't wait to see the finished JJ!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Debbie! All those things seem like they would look so cool with this technique! ❤️ XoXo

[@belaboocreations2020]

I have never seen this technique! It really shows chaos into beauty. It reminds of art from the 1990s. I bet it feels amazing! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@PinkOddBird]

Not too far off there.. It could have been widely used in the 90s because if I remember what I read correctly it was resurfaced in the 80s by a gentleman. Thanks for swinging by Bel! ❤️ XoXo

[@BonnyAndClive]

So excited to see this! We made cushions worth this method many years ago when I was in year 7 at school. Love how yours turned out! Soooo gorgeous! 😊💙

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohhhhhhh pillows would be so fun!! Thank you so much for the sweet comment and for taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@littlebirdcreations7]

This is fantastic April, so many possibilities! I’ve never heard of it either, can’t wait to see how your journal turns our! TFS my friend! 💗💗

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you Miss Melanie! I appreciate you! ❤️ XoXo

[@alishabland1740]

Beautiful!! Never even heard of such a thing so thanks for sharing!!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you Alisha! ❤️ XoXo

[@JuliaMcNeillCrafts]

I have never heard of or seen this technique before, thank you so much for sharing I think I may need to give it a try x

[@PinkOddBird]

Yes do! Thank you so much Julia! ❤️ XoXo

[@joyamuedo2842]

Can’t wait to see the journal! I will be playing with this tonight! Thanks!

[@PinkOddBird]

Hope you had fun trying it out Joy! Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@grabowskycountry]

Loving this for journals. I have only done quilts this way. Every one is so different and when sold at a market it's exciting to watch the buyers play with them all trying to decide which one they want. tfs

[@PinkOddBird]

That would totally be exciting to watch. First hand view of what they like what they think is interesting! Thank you so much for the sweet comment and for taking the time to watch Mary Lou! ❤️ XoXo

[@FORESTANDFAWN]

Okkkk... This. Is. Sick!! Like, I'm mind blown. Obsessed with this April. Thanks so much for showing us. Cant wait to try 😍😍😍

[@PinkOddBird]

Lol! Thank you so much Amiga! I know you will rock it when you do!! ❤️ XoXo

[@karentorsch1632]

This is a cool technique! Thank you for sharing how to do it.

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Karen! ❤️

[@PaperPlaywithJulieK]

Great tutorial! I had never heard of this technique before so thanks so much for sharing!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you Julie! ❤️ XoXo

[@thatdayintimebysue3551]

Interesting! And thanks for sharing the links. Looking forward to seeing how you incorporate it into a journal!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Sue!! XoXo ❤️

[@marietarango1360]

just love ....you are awesome to listen to and thank you for sharing!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Marie! ❤️ XoXo

[@releasethecraftin]

Great tutorial April! I really liked seeing the process! Also thanks for linking the other sources here they were really interesting and got some gears in my head turning! TFS

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohhhhhhh we love a good gear turn 😉🤣 thank you so much Miss P! ❤️ XoXo

[@jimhooper4252]

This was real fun ....and great for a rug ! Thank you

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@LedgerAndLace]

GENIUS, April!!! I can see using different colours or making a jacket or a journal or soooo many things! AWESOME!!! :-)

[@PinkOddBird]

Oh man! A jacket like this or even purse would be rockin! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch Hali! ❤️ XoXo

[@LedgerAndLace]

@@PinkOddBird I am happy to suggest more work for other people! ;-)

[@raedavis1697]

Hi April, thank you for sharing this technique. I must admit I've not seen this before. It turned out really good, I really liked how different it looked, though I didn't think much of it before you washed It!! I should have had faith in you, it looked a right mess then you washed it and it looked like a gorgeous piece of messy art !! This is definitely something I will keep in mind for when I have lots of scraps, it'll make a really brilliant journal cover. Thank you from one odd bird to another!! Rae ❤🐦🐥🕊🦅🦉🐣🐤🐓🐔🦃❤

[@PinkOddBird]

Lol you're so right Rae! It definitely didn't come to love until it was washed and then it go true character once it was pared down a bit! Totally agree with you on that!! I hope you do give it a try some time down line!! Thank you fellow Odd bird! 😉😉❤️XoXo

[@Electricwitch]

Oh wow April you’ve totally inspired me 😳😳😳this is gorgeous

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much!! ❤️ XoXo

[@Debraisea]

Cool technique April. I've never heard of it before. Cant wait to see your journal. Thanks for sharing your first attempt. X

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Debby I don't know why I torture myself showing the first time I do something lol but I think mistakes are important and bound to happen! 😉😉❤️XoXo

[@Debraisea]

@@PinkOddBird I love that you show firsts....we then know what not to do lol x

[@DewdropGablesCa]

Oh my gosh, this is amazing, April! Good for you, I don't think I'd have the patience for this, which is too bad because I love it. Debbie :)

[@PinkOddBird]

It definitely takes patience on the Slashing parts.... Good GRIEF you need patience 🤣 thank you for the sweet comment Debbie! ❤️ XoXo

[@mattynoonan4428]

That looks SO GOOD! I want to try this!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! You should totally give it a go! ❤️ XoXo have fun!

[@sarahc3198]

So cool! This looks so fun to do. Thanks for sharing!!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much 🥰

[@LovkynaPeral]

I never seen this before, i m so happy to see this. Omg. I dont knwo, ir i will try it one day, but now i know witch Video i will following than. 💙💙💙

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! Glad you were able to stop by and watch! XoXo ❤️

[@SoozWeissbergsartspace]

I loved it!! Gonna try it RIGHT NOW!!! And then bring some gal pals over to show it to! Thank you!

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohh yes! I hope you did and I hope you all had fun!! Thank you so much Sooz! ❤️

[@vanikurup]

Totally loved it April... this looks so amazing,,,

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Vani! ❤️

[@marybarratt2649]

I have a seam ripper that I use which is designed for this style of slashing. If you don't want to wash it you can keep rubbing the fibres together to keep fraying the materials. The rougher you are with it the more colours come to the fore. A lovely grungy technique for adding texture. TFS

[@PinkOddBird]

That's a super great tip! Thank you so much for that and thanks for watching Mary! ❤️

[@sherryseiden8408]

Fantastic technique!!! I am totally hooked! I love your video and your creation!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! I really appreciate the kind words! 💕

[@thenandthere]

This is cool! I have seen something similar, I saw a lady do it and called it a chenille technique. I forgot about it til I saw this. Tfs

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohhhhhhh Cool! I will have to look it up with that term too! That's Marcia! ❤️ XoXo

[@createjoygifts5611]

Sooo cool! Totally going to try this at some point!

[@PinkOddBird]

You totally should! Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@CariesCraftCove]

🤩🤩🤩 SO COOL APRIL!! IT'S LUSH AND FABULOUS! AND YES, I AM SHOUTING, LOL! HAPPY CRAFTING! HUGS! ❤❤❤

[@PinkOddBird]

😂😂I'M SHOUTING THANK YOU BACK AT CHA CARIE! 🤣😉❤️XoXo

[@atlan_tyda]

WOW. I'm speechless. Thank u so so much!

[@PinkOddBird]

You are so welcome! Thanks for watching!

[@amyhelen3598]

Cannot wait to try this.... thanks 😀

[@PinkOddBird]

I hope you do give it a try! Thanks Amy!! ❤️

[@ReUsedMuse]

What a cool technique! I dont have tons of fabric scraps, but I do have tons of ribbons. I might experiment with that....

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohh that could be super neat!! Definitely give that a go!! Have fun and that you! ❤️ XoXo

[@bashayeralsheddi]

That’s incredibly cool, thank you

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@Landphoo]

Thank you for sharing the knowledge I getting inspiration by your video.

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Sarin!! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@KriRama]

This is fabulous! 🥳 I’ve done this with paper but not fabric!

[@PinkOddBird]

OooooOoooOo that sounds super cool too! Thank you so much for swinging by to watch! ❤️

[@graciebeachbum137]

Hi April🖐🏻🤚🏻What fun!!! I can’t wait to try this one day!!! Hugs TFS💕😊🐚gracie

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Gracie! ❤️ XoXo

[@pinkrose1990]

This technique is is wonderful, I like the look of what you did :}

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@PinkOddBird]

Here we go! I was so happy to get these scraps used up. I still have enough to make more of these too! Have you ever tried this or heard of it? Get your scraps and join me for the fun! Shelby... Get your scraps! 😂😂😂

[@shelbyd4854]

😂😂😂 I'm over here all 👀👀👀!! So excited to try this. I see so many possibilities from nature to galaxy inspired 😍😍 what a GREAT way to use up my boards of fabrics

[@PinkOddBird]

@@shelbyd4854 ohhhhhhh galaxy! Yes please! 😂😂

[@BellieBeads]

Totally awesome!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@seradoxa3537]

This is beautiful. Thinking of using this method to make a bohemian throw pillow. I think it's well in-line. thank you.

[@PinkOddBird]

Ohhhhhhh that would be a nice statement piece for a couch or a chair! I hope you have fun making it! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@seradoxa3537]

@@PinkOddBird No thank you for sharing. I love it.

[@redpagecafe]

ah thats super cool! I will have to give it a go!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you Chantale! ❤️

[@PeerCoxFashionRec]

So lovely! Might try this for on a jumper or denim jacket or something:)

[@PinkOddBird]

That would be really cool! Thank you so much! 💕

[@loriw]

Very cool! I've never seen this before, but a similar outcome with "ragging." I wonder if seam rippers would work to do the slashing??

[@PinkOddBird]

Some help is definitely needed for that part lol. Someone commented that there's a tool called a slasher. Thank you so much Miss Lori! ❤️ XoXo

[@DH-qz2so]

CHENILLE cutter by Olfa: www.amazon.ca/Olfa-CHN1-Chenille-Cutter/dp/B001CE5DN2

[@MoanAhLisa]

Im picturing a throw rug. Maybe a bath mat. Neat technique!

[@PinkOddBird]

OooooOoooOo that would be so cool! Hope you have fun! ❤️ Thanks for watching!

[@bettymcmenamin]

Absolutely beautiful and very innovative~ Blessings, Betty :)

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you Betty! 💕

[@JoAnneMOwens]

Never have seen this before. I’m interested to see what you do with it in the long run...tfs

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@fabricdragon]

over in the quilt section of some stores you can find a device by "clover" called a shenille cutter. its like a combination of a seam ripper and a rotary cutter. i used it to do fabricslashing and its MUCH easier than scissors

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much!! I had a Dickens of a time with the scissors! Haha. I appreciate the feedback! Thanks for swinging by to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@MusingsbyNikkiAdegun]

SO. FREAKIN. COOL. 😍😍😍 Please say you're going to put that on a journal!? Another awesome tutorial April!

[@PinkOddBird]

You know I did! 🤣🤣Thank you so much for miss Nikki!! ❤️ XoXo

[@essejd]

Wow yeah, totally cool 👍🙂❤️🌸💕

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you 🙏🏽 🫶🏽

[@roxyfibertart]

I use to love to do this, great blast from the past : )) Your came out gorj!!!! TFS, xoxoxo rosannel

[@PinkOddBird]

Nice!! It's work, but the results are awesome! Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@Lizthepaperproject]

What a super fun project! Time to get into my closet and finally get rid of my pre-pregnancy jeans!!! Lol TFS 😊

[@PinkOddBird]

Lollll Liz! Yeassss hunny is time! 🤣🤣Thank you so much Amiga! ❤️ XoXo

[@vickimontgomery1768]

I love it I'm gonna try it

[@PinkOddBird]

Yes! Have fun when you try it!! Thank you! ❤️

[@dancingdaisydesigns531]

Wow, that is great! Thanks for sharing... =)

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Shaina! ❤️ XoXo

[@OsnatSela]

Beautiful❣ love it! TFS Dear🦋🌼

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@spayne405]

A seam ripper works really well for slashing!!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! I'll have to get one! I actually needed one yesterday lol. Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@roxasoliver]

So nice!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Oliver! ❤️

[@katycedillo9788]

So cool! I can’t wait to try it. I’m also wondering if a seam ripper or one of those gift wrap paper cutters might work. Thanks for sharing!

[@PinkOddBird]

Hi there Katy someone else commented there a tool called a slasher that makes the job easier. Hope this helps! Thank you so much! XoXo ❤️

[@DH-qz2so]

www.amazon.ca/Olfa-CHN1-Chenille-Cutter/dp/B001CE5DN2

[@myfragilelilac]

Really cool! Would it work as a piece of clothing, or is it mostly for artistic purposes? I wonder if it would be a concern to wash. Beautiful texture nevertheless.

[@PinkOddBird]

Hey Hanna! Well I reckon maybe you could do pants or something in this fashion, I'm not sure but that's a good question! And also, in this video I did show the washed the piece when I was done. Basically it makes it get that crazy fun shabby look. Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@laurenbutler3452]

Cool!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@vbliss1079]

Love it.

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@journalsbyjaydis5840]

Ooh! How am I just now finding this?! I have tons of scraps!

[@PinkOddBird]

Yess! This was a fun project!! So much texture! Do ittttt!! 💕 💕 💕

[@matheldas]

very cool!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@artbyjacqueline4123]

Nice!

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@APinchOfART]

Great sharing my new friend.Thank you .👍🌹

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@PaperKitty99]

Hey I just noticed you are a lefty ( I’m not). Very cool and creative 🦋

[@PinkOddBird]

🤣🤣I like to say that I'm left handed, in the right mind. Is it true though?.... Mmmmm... Debatable 🤣🤣🤣 Thank you so much! XoXo ❤️

[@burrumgirl1]

You mentioned having the cloth on the bias, which cloth, the base, (yours wasn't on the bias that I could see), or the pieces you put on top, which seemed to be placed to your liking. Sorry, I love this effect, but am a bit confused. Isn't "the bias", on the diagonal? Thank you for a great video with a fantastic result.👍👍👍

[@PinkOddBird]

Hey there! Op! I guess you're right. What I should have said was to place them in the opposite direction of how you plan to slash. Because that's what I meant lol. Thanks for asking for clarification and for swinging by to watch. ❤️

[@burrumgirl1]

Oh, of course, I get you now, thank you for your prompt reply, great video, will give it a go.👍👍

[@PinkOddBird]

@@burrumgirl1 my pleasure!! Have fun!! ❤️ Thank you!

[@participant621]

Obviously beauty is in the eye of the beholder,go to specsavers!

[@tompahdea5799]

Slip the project onto a piece of cardboard so that in transit it does not shift. If you are comfortable with the technique, frays like that I get rid of by flamung them off over the gass stove. Once the flame gets to the denser part (ue unfrayed area. you can blow it out quickly. Do it in section unde=til you get comfortable with ut.

[@PinkOddBird]

Great suggestion and tips! Thanks so much Tom! ❤️

[@rivers.stream]

April this is beautiful. I will use your method on my next journal cover. I have to ask you is when you wash the cover did you get a lot of threads on the other things washed with? Or did you wash it alone. TFS I can't wait to see your flip thru♥♥BEAUTIFUL 😁😁😁😁😁

[@PinkOddBird]

Hi there Marcy! Sorry I'm so behind 9n comments and such lol you may have made yours already. When I washed/dried mine I definitely did it by itself. On the small cycle is fine. Hope this helps! Thank you! ❤️ XoXo

[@rivers.stream]

@@PinkOddBird ❤❤TU🌻🌻

[@vivlee3840]

Oh that's so gorgeous. .I have done this technique but not with that many layers. What would you use it for??

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Viv! I actually used it as a journal cover. I showed that I believe on the video after this one. It turned out so cool!! Thank you so much for taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@vivlee3840]

@@PinkOddBird Oh I'm a follower now so shall be watching you! I'll look at your other videos tomorrow, I'm going to love them I know.

[@PinkOddBird]

@@vivlee3840 I hope so! Happy to have you along for the journey! ❤️ XoXo

[@michellegere9531]

Love u thank you so much amazing 😍👍🏾👍🏾

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@traceysimpkins9147]

Thank You. Its a lot like chenneling really great

[@PinkOddBird]

I haven't heard of that, I'm going to have to check it out. Thanks for swinging by! XoXo ❤️

[@RozWilloughby]

Very cool🆒🆒🆒

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@carolrodriguez9837]

As Lori said I have seen a tutorial with a seam ripper.

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you 😊

[@bonnienevills401]

Wow I never seen this be for TFS Hugs Bonnie

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much Bonnie! ❤️

[@LisaLisa001]

I love your laugh

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@sarpapatya5807]

🤗😊👏👏👏

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you! ❤️

[@getin3949]

I don't get it, hundreds of loose threads, AAIIIEEEOYYYYYOOOOO, it would make me crazy. And now what do you plan to do with this hot mess? Just curious after you spent all of that time on it.

[@SereneBookworks]

get in WOW. Hot mess? Just FYI there is a part two showing how she turned this into a cover for a journal. Secondly, I happen to be the VERY PROUD owner of this beauty. I understand if this isn’t your cup of tea but there’s no need to be rude in your comment.

[@barbaracranford527]

Use a rotary cutter designed for chenille and there will be no cutting through and easier on the hands.

[@PinkOddBird]

Ahh what a great suggestion! Thank you so much! I appreciate you! ❤️

[@judigullett9060]

They used to make a tool just for this. Can't remember the name. Your project turned out great.

[@dr.amyanna9235]

Judi Gullett-BitsysBaubles Oh please find the name or picture of the tool? When I saw the tedious cutting I know I will give up. I have ADD and if it isn’t instant gratification I’ll see a butterfly and lose my interest! Rag quilts used the the ROTARY CUTTERS, but it will go all the through. I will try it tomorrow and see if I go at it the whole time?😁👋🌹💯‼️ If you do find it let me know somehow? Thank you

[@judigullett9060]

Amy, it was called a slash cutter and made by Clover. They may have an updated version, but this is version #499. Hope you can find one.

[@judigullett9060]

I also found one on you tube video and it is called an Olfa chenille cutter.

[@PinkOddBird]

Yes! Thanks for the info Judi!! I have to say that was the worst part of it all for sure lol. Thanks ladies! ❤️ XoXo

[@rukiyeoz2550]

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[@Natasha--Sew]

Это ужасно! Строчить нужно под 45 градусов--с наклоном, тогда не будет так осыпаться ткань. Техника называется "синель" Наберите в поиске.

[@PinkOddBird]

Thank you so much! I appreciate you taking the time to watch! XoXo ❤️

[@myfrugalraggylife7104]

So why do you think its stupid ??

[@PinkOddBird]

I don't. I actually love this project! 😊

[@myfrugalraggylife7104]

@@PinkOddBird oh - it's just that you referred to it as 'stupid' at the beginning of your video - I think it's a great technique to !

[@PinkOddBird]

@@myfrugalraggylife7104 I just listened to the beginning of the video again, I should have maybe said it more clearly - what I said was SUPER old lol but I guess it could sound like I said stupid. I actually don't think I've ever said that word on any video in my channel - because I also don't use it in my daily vocabulary. 😊😊 Thanks for letting me know! I'll try and be more clear moving forward. 👍🏼👍🏼

[@myfrugalraggylife7104]

@@PinkOddBird ha ha, I see. I didn't mean any offence, I am from the UK and don't always 'get' the American accent. Thank you for replying.

[@PinkOddBird]

@@myfrugalraggylife7104 no no worries at all! I'm definitely not offended lol! I appreciate you watching and commenting! ❤️ I hope you have a great day!

[@laurafifer4453]

What's the point of this?

[@dollycreating]

She explains at the beginning of the video, the point. Furthermore it’s beyond rude for you to question anyone’s creativity or to ask for reasoning/explanation in why they are creating what they create. SHOCKERRRRR I don’t see any content on your account. Please feel free to post a vid so that I can make sure to leave a RUDE COMMENT on it #gobacktoyourcavetroll

[@kimstichler]

The point is to inspire others to use materials, not throw things away. I find these videos to be very inspiring and entertaining. Judging by the comments, others do too. Your comment shows a remarkable lack of understanding, creativity and proper upbringing. Please help yourself by learning some KZbin etiquette.

[@SereneBookworks]

Laura Fifer seriously? Did you even watch the video? Or any other tutorial videos? If you don’t understand something, then proceed to leave a rude comment, it shows an incredible amount of ignorance. Have a nice day.

[@releasethecraftin]

I believe, as has been addressed in the video and the comments previously that the point is to utilize supplies that may have been otherwise discarded and transform them into creative, inventive new things. Just because it seems unusual, different or maybe slightly off the regular track to you, doesn't mean it's pointless. It's also shows an unconscionable lack of decency and understanding on your part considering that you were not only unable to discern that, but we're unable to refrain from leaving a comment that's clear intention was to injure. I'd love to return the favor but upon further inspection I see a lack of any content upon which I might question the point of. If it's not for you, move on and be done with it. Or find other ways to fill the gaping spiteful void in yourself, perhaps by making your own videos for people to be petty on. I pray no one else has to be burdened by your incredible lack of tack and consideration. We don't make these videos to be torn down by negative people. This is free content that someone took the time to share in the hopes of teaching and sharing their creativity. That's the point. Hopefully my comment today helps you get the point.