Fixing my rushed projects (they deserved better) | WITHWENDY

[@jlrouth]

I find it so comforting to hear you talking about procrastinating projects, and the 'if I could somehow guarantee that whenever I sew I don't make mistakes, I would sew more - but mistakes are inevitable' - that completely sums up my own feelings to creativity

[@reross87]

i LOVE how you're putting up the little definitions in the corner, it's so wonderful to never assume someone knows what you're talking about and knows every single sewing term so THANK YOU!!!

[@xXcrimsonxroseXx]

I'm currently 35 weeks, and I gotta say, when you turned sideways in the third jacket, I was so tickled. I am also a giant tent! I feel so seen!

[@Mangoomads]

same!!🤣

[@nathaliepalladino4128]

Jeepers,Marla is a beautiful baby! Wow oh wow! Baby Gap model here we come❤

[@zuzanadubravcova1307]

I started sewing two years ago. I sew more for my daughter than for me. She is so happy when she has the finished project on her, even with so many mistakes, she wears it with pride and tell everybody, that her mum sew it 😊 raglan sleeves are super cool and easy to sew 😊 youre repairs and changes are so good 😊

[@cinemaocd1752]

This kind of video is so useful. I am exactly that person that only sews stuff when I have a mad deadline to meet and then "good enoughs" my way through so many steps. It's rare that I actually go back and try to fix problems with projects that I've actually worn out. Realizing I have the power to alter my own clothes recently has changed the way I look at everything though...

[@shinyandnotpanicking]

I really appreciate crafters and creators who show the more frustrating parts of making cool stuff, where the problem solving doesn't always go smoothing and sometimes requires adjustments and flexibility that our perfectionism would otherwise disallow. Watching people alter, fix, mend, improve things they've made in the past is so encouraging to try to do that more often, instead of always just avoiding the improvements and starting from scratch!

[@masha_dot]

- What do we learn from doing something last minute? - nothing 😊 … nothiiiing ☺️

[@viivi4196]

we also have a cat and she just insists on walking on any fabric laying on the floor! quite adorable actually how they just want to be doing things with us!

[@Roserae16]

My cat used to do the same thing 😊 it's a win-win for them - nice place to sleep, and they get to be a part of the activity 😂

[@StephanieClaussen]

It's so satisfying to go back and fix old projects! And very fun to watch you do the same.

[@tamara10]

The matching jackets for you and Marla are so cute

[@Mangoomads]

glad im not the only one correcting and taking on sewing projects while extremely pregnant! i keep getting frustrated that i have to wait until after postpartum to really see if the projects fit but oh well!!!

[@TeaLeaf30]

11:13 - I have the same rug hooked dog pillow 🥲 I made it as a kid and still have it! so cute to see another one in the wild

[@MeredithWhitfield]

upsizing the duvet/flat sheet is also the key to the success of *my* marriage! such a good tip.

[@JarisaStarr]

Your'e so fun! I've been playing your videos while I work in my sewing studio. I've been sewing my own clothes for over 40 years! Still learning and working on so many projects! Deadlines are the only way I get things done but then it's to the last minuet then I have to go back and fix things. I have about 6 disco outfits I put notes on to adjust but it's great! Never stop the creating even mistakes are great!

[@ms_ch]

The 3rd coat is lovely and I might steal my grandma's blanket to try do one too HAHAHA The changes were really nice ^^ Also, the tiny coat for Marla = cuteness overload

[@walkingexercise5375]

Such a fun and cute saying "sewing is my cardio"! Your cat is adorable! Your idea about fixing projects is such a great concept! I have been watching KZbin videos about hobbies and self-care like Diane in Denmark, who on her videos for Friday gives four self-care assignment to choose from like be creative, Kennedy on the channel Cozy K videos about cozy hobbies to try, and Mariane Cresp video boost your mood, where she talks about being creative too. I do not know you to sew, but I am watching videos to see what creative hobbies I might like. Therefore, I like how you mentioned you can come back to projects!

[@kellybryson7754]

Marla's coat was so cute.

[@Roserae16]

The button hole project was really helpful, thank you! I have a dress with buttons that keep popping open, and I think this is exactly the solution I needed ❤

[@elizabethevanskiikka2184]

I always save new with Wendy for the mornings when I’m having my coffee! Such wholesome content for the mornings! Hope you are well❤❤❤

[@deraralu8809]

30 secs into the video and I'm like wait what!!! Who's this down to earth person...I had to subscribe immediately 😂😂❤

[@isabelledaisy5477]

Just from seeing your stunning bedroom during the sponsor in this video, I've realised I would love a house tour or just to see more rooms in your house and how you have decorated them. I really love your style :) thanks for another great video!

[@HoneyBear36]

I have a pile of things I need to fix/alter…maybe this will motivate me to actually do the thing 😂

[@ref.sililo]

Omg you're, I absolutely love your videos 😊😊😊 I'm currently in my final year in a fashion degree in south Africa and we use the same machines at uni.

[@leahgroess5361]

The last project makes me really want to finally add a fastening to the housecoat I got from my grandma's closet. All I need to do is add a button and a loop, yet I've just been continuing to wear it and holding it closed by keeping my arm tight against my side to hold the edge. I'm going to go pick out a button and some fabric for the loop right now!

[@clairewulf]

thank you for explaining fusible interfacing >.< i bought some ages ago and never knew what to do with it because i couldn't work out what side to iron

[@janet6114]

Love your videos and creations! I got a tip to use safety pins instead of straight pins when making adjustments on your body. Less ouch😮

[@karlaverbeck9413]

I have serious sewing machine envy. And the iron.

[@lindahoffman8296]

Thanks for this video, Wendy. You inspired me te fix a shirt that a wasn’t going to wear because of mistakes. Today I fixed it and I’m happy to wear it now. ❤

[@bohemiansusan2897]

Wishing you well with your pregnancy. Its nice to onow that I'm not the only one that has to go back and rework finished projects. Sometimes my body changes or weight fluctuates. My buttoles tend to be a tad too small and need a bit more cutting to work right. I made things for my kids but most of it was unisex. Also children's clothes were a bit more adaptable in order to accommodate growth. My favorite was the gown that fit from 5 lbs to 25 lbs. Something that could be worn for 10-16 months old. Some of my babies were huge and some small. So I think that the folded up sleeves are a nice touch and better with the frog closures. These days I bagged up most of the clothes that I made and gave it to my daughter for my grandson to wear. She is hoping to have a second child within a year from now, so they will work out nicely for a girl. I made another Hanbok for my grandson. Its his favorite outfit. My daughter is finally understanding why all clothes sewn or bought were a size too big. My mother always bought coats about three sizes larger my siblings and I. Clothes she made were about two sizes bigger so we would grow into them. That was just what everyone did back then, including the wealthy. At least I chose clothes and fabrics that were timless in design so the clothes going on down the line were still in style and not dated. Your video reminded me of a quilted jacket or coat I would like to do in velvet or dupioni. 😊

[@clairehirano5889]

I was literally thinking yesterday “I could really use a new withwendy video” and here it is ❤

[@moshy2931]

I'm glad to see I'm not the only one who has to go back and "fix" my homemade garnments and also whose cat sits and scratches on their paper...

[@anna_freya]

My family motto is “if you leave it to the last minute, it only takes a minute to do”. Not entirely true, but as a lifelong procrastinator who needs a hard deadline, it suits me :)

[@procrasticrafting]

Sagwa: i'm helping. my biscuits are drawing the audience's attention, you're welcome

[@jasmincairns6163]

I made it my goal this year to finish projects that were waiting for fixes or adjustments. Going well so far.

[@VEGA8]

I love your videos your sewing is so inspiring! I wish I could find the video I saw of expandable kids clothes I think you would be interested! They have little buttons and zippers so as the kids grow you unzip/button the bottom of the pants or sleeves to make them longer and a little hidden piece of fabric comes out they are so cool:)

[@relliesal]

I have a shirt I was making that I need to finish. I couldn’t get one piece of trim on right. Sewed and ripped so many times I need to cut a new piece of fabric for it, and that’s where I gave up. But it is still sitting on my desk taunting me.

[@agathaknive3321]

I love this type of a video! Can’t wait for more! Also I’m restoring old shoes while watching this. Hehe.

[@starophie]

"if grid paper is not for making biscuits, then for what?" ~ sagwa, probably

[@discoscissors]

It’s me! Hi! I’m the deadline needing gal! It’s me!😂 I loooove the jacket you made for Marla🫶🏻 so cute

[@natalie960]

omg me and my partner are the twin duvet people, I didn't realise anyone else really did it as everyone I know is surprised by it lol.

[@jordanpierce3391]

Hello. Great video. Can’t wait to get back to my own machine. I’m super curious about the light blue garment you are wearing in the video. Super cute and has all the details I’ve been looking for. Would really appreciate any info you have on that blue top.

[@fnnll]

How did you redo the button holes on the first project ? Did you end up making them smaller? If so how ? Or did you just rip apart the old button hole and sew over the existing hole in the fabric again ? Thanks ! I need to redo some button holes…

[@moonbasket]

Yay! They look so great.

[@elliiahn]

i’ve been so excited for this video!! woo 🌟🎉

[@constancemaymiller]

What do we learn? ...we learn nothingggggg 😂😂😂 so true, so true

[@drewcorey2775]

I LOVE the floral sweater you’re wearing for the last project fix! Where is it from?

[@beau5435]

u looked like puffer jacket snoopy when you turned to the side with the wrap coat 😭😭😭🤍🤍🤍

[@craftbird1]

I too raise a hand and make a list!

[@alewis2812]

Enjoyed this

[@sweetpotatogreens7491]

lol at your mom somehow finding a critique. her skills at that match yours in sewing! hehe

[@michaelaaspen4176]

I’m glad someone else goes through what I go through because WHY DOES MY DOG ALWAYS LAY/SIT ON MY FABRIC/PATTERNS WHEN I LAY THEM ON THE FLOOR😭

[@taylorfaber2610]

Look into grow with me patterns! I have stuff that has fit my son from 6 months to now and he is in 3T

[@kariikosmos3005]

Wait a second... berninas have a button calibration 🙀 I should check my machine for this next time I need to do buttons!!! I'm sure my 770qe probably has this

[@dagnolia6004]

great vid!

[@queenebil]

Yay a matching jacket for Marla :D :P.

[@Janny111]

Marla’s little pig tails. 😍

[@queenebil]

Here I am procrastinating my thesis :D.

[@rachelt3964]

Sagwa staring at you 😂🩷

[@aukkran]

My hands are raised

[@Katie_M_M]

Ok, tell me why I wanted this video to be like… 2 hours more? 💖🥰💖🥰💖

[@joycemalasique]

Sagwa’s naughty gaze 😅

[@Roaa____]

0:05 🙋‍♀️

[@cariiinen]

Yay

[@austongreen9883]

4:33 wow. airin' out Marla's shit

[@Roaa____]

❤❤❤

[@fannyvalentin8634]

🌟

[@donatellavalentini1030]

Brava piace molto i vostri video

[@ZL3xtr4]

Shout out to tinny fluffy kitty cat!

[@HayleyCDavis]

❤

[@SmithCaro]

Lol ... How could you nôt use your banister to hang clothing ... !?!? ... I even used the support rails as well ..... 🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@moda78z]

👏👏👏

[@sunnymeowcat]

⭐⚡

[@cypriennezed5640]

... this is the sign to shorten those sleeves, isn't it. Sigh. OK Wendy. Thank you. ❤

[@miacarvalho8732]

Hummmmm.... You can jump while pregnant? Girl you are literally my hero

[@karinaalatorre5038]

👗👗👗

[@stonersiren]

can't tell whether she's very small, or the cat is very fat, or both lmao

[@atelierofwitchhat]

yet again, why are you showing your child's face online. you can show your child and the projects you make for her without showing her face. do you not care about her privacy at all?

[@withwendy]

The clips with her face are repeats of things I’ve shared in the past, but ever since she turned two I stopped including her face. That was the boundary I always intended to hold so I hope that explains how there was face shown in the past but not anymore. I do care for her and I think it would be helpful in the future if you have to bring it up with parents/caregivers to do so in a gentler manner. Thanks for giving me a chance to clarify!

[@susanrussell8195]

@@withwendyThat was a very nice and clear response to someone who did not really deserve the consideration. I did notice you blurred her face where in the past you hadn’t. I am grateful for the clarification.