Estate Sale Haul - Unfinished Projects - Ephemera - Pockets

[@editingreality4779]

When you starting talking about unfinished projects, I almost fell off my chair when you brought out the huge stack of them, hilarious. You would laugh too if you saw my unfinished projects. I literally could be working on them forever. I won't get done with them before I pass on that's how many I have !!! I learned procrastination from my mother !!! She was awesome at it.❤☀

[@andreajohnsMyPotteryBliss]

Her embroidery is beyond lovely. What a wonderful treasure. That fabric looks like linen. Those trims are luscious. So very elegant.

[@annakoelewyn3501]

As a quilter I totally understand unfinished projects! We call them UFO's unfinished objects or the more positive WIP's works in progress. What I try to do is finish one before I start a new project and I would start with the one that is the closest to being finished. It's the most satisfying and encouraging. Go for it, girlfriend!

[@relaxcutglue]

She sounds like an amazing and fascinating woman! Not to mention incredibly talented! I can’t wait for the boho journals. That blue trim with the beads is stunning. I love everything you got at the estate sale, you will make beautiful creations with your goodies, and I know she would be so honored that they will be treasured and put to good use💕

[@relaxcutglue]

Work on the Cinch Journals!! Then throw them up on your Etsy!

[@elkepeterson8164]

Gayle what a treasure to get some embroidered pieces from your friend. Good way to grieve and honor her no matter what the cost! Any project you complete would be great!!!! You’re the best. Thx

[@maryhodges8186]

Yaaay! You made it to the estate sale! Wow, such wonderful pieces! Sad that things were stolen. Hope the bad guys are caught and things returned!

[@pamketron]

Hi Gayle - 🤗Thanks for the hi and hugs today. I love the pillow cover. That is most definitely a treasure and it was made by someone special to you. The blue trim would be pretty to take off some of the long beads and make charms to use with the trim in a journal. They could hang from tabs down the side of the pages. Would really be pretty. I know how you feel about unfinished projects. Got a lot of them in my sewing stash! I would do the cinch journals first since they are so close to being finished. Then I would take the ones that are closer to being done and complete those until all are done, sold and out of your craft room! A lot of 💰💰💰for your Disney trip just sitting there saying “do me do me”!!! Lol. You can do your design team projects in between finishing these. However you choose to complete these will be awesome. Do what speaks to you! Just getting to watch is fun. Hugs!🤗💕📚💰

[@Pamcreatesjournals]

Number each project, pull a number from the jar and thats the project you do. When that project is done pull the next number. And don’t forget to bring us along 💕 can’t wait to see what you do with all your treasures.

[@wvlizzy]

Oh my goodness Gayle... I could picture those chairs so vividly in my mind....great purchases. Can’t wait to see what you make with your other estate purchases ♥️

[@marilynziesmer287]

Wow...over whelming!!! I would start with the cinch books...the top 3, because they are almost finished. Then number the others and draw a number, until finished. Beautiful estate haul. Hugs and blessings.

[@patriciarider5698]

Marilyn Ziesmer I am glad I am not only one with UFOs flying around😃 But it IS immense FUN to go back YEARS later and finish one!

[@suebennett8103]

I love your estate sale finds. So happy for you that you were able to buy one of your friend's treasured embroidery pieces. A true treasure for you indeed. I will love watching whatever you decide to do next. It is always inspiring no matter what. Thanks for all the videos!

[@carolchambers7527]

Hi Gayle. Just wanted to let you know that I watch at least one of your videos per day. I'm addicted! You make me laugh out loud. It's like visiting with an old friend.

[@pattirobinson6436]

I'm really glad I'm not the only one with a backlog of projects, lol! Gayle, I start on the oldest ones first. Use one of your journals to keep track of your progress. Thanks for the videos, you truly are a part of my day 😉

[@annanipper5726]

Gayle, wonderful finds. I agree about framing the embroidered piece. I did that with some needlework dining chair seat covers my neighbor did for me. I removed them when I sold the dining set. I have never regretted the cost to have them "preservation framed". They were already showing a little damage from moths. They were treated to prevent further damaged, then framed. They will always be treasured.

[@jetwasik1648]

I love a person who can laugh at themselves! You have a great sense of humor !

[@nellsinnock867]

That pillow cover is gorgeous, you really should have it framed and hung in a special place!!😍🤗

[@nadianardini7513]

I love what you got at the estate sale. Great finds. All those journals almost finished and put away, we can all relate to that😂. Go on Gayle, you can finish those journals. xxx

[@Anne-LiseRyan]

Hi Gayle, love your estate finds, they are so yummy, I'm very envious haha. I'm looking forward to seeing those trims being used in your upcoming journals, they were really gorgeous ❤❤❤

[@MonicaGarciadivinelight]

How wonderful that you can give your friends ‘ embroideries and trims new life! I was laughing looking at your UFO’s (unfinished objects), because I have been watching your videos this past month while finishing up a crocheted blanket that I started 8 years ago!

[@JeanetteHouse]

Let’s use our numbers, Gayle: Ooone, twooo, threee, FOURRR!! 🤣 😘 You crack me up! I’m so happy you found the beautiful embroidered velvet cushion cover at the estate sale. That’s the perfect memento of your friend for you to have. And your sweet neighbour, I hope she can manage many more lovely lunches out with friends, making memories for them after she’s gone. xx

[@rickiwalker6081]

I'm sure I'll enjoy any project you pick next but that little journal that is made out of a box is sooo cute! Can't wait to see that one again!

[@MLMontes]

I’m gosh!! You purchased some treasures!!! Good for you!!thank you for sharing! I felt like I went “picking” grateful!!

[@brenkyable]

I think I would feel better about myself if you start a few new journals. 😂😂😝 . LOVE the quilt cover one. They are all so beautiful. I'd love to see a cinch journal. Your videos are always so funny, entertaining and real. Sorry about your friend who's ill. Thanks for all the sharing💚💚

[@marilyntorsch3970]

Such great finds at the estate sale. All those wonderful journals just waiting for your finishing touch. All us subbies wanting to buy them! Can’t wait to see your finished projects. 🤗

[@pamsykes5507]

Can't wait to see what you do with the beaded trim, loved it. I'm excited to see what you do with the cinch jourals.

[@christineburke9609]

I would love to get my hands on the quilted one I live in Amish area. Love quilts can't wait to see your plane of finishing that one. Have a great day Gayle 💖

[@patbrez3079]

Beautiful Journals to be completed, cannot wait to see. 😀

[@debbiesavage7107]

Oops, PS Thank you for the lovely video! It’s fun to hear about your latest finds and how the neighbor is doing. I learn something new every time I tune in!

[@sharontilyard949]

OMG - That gorgeous embroidered piece made me feel like a child at Christmas!!! The way you scanned over it reminded me of looking at Christmas lights with all those beautiful stitches!!! I’m so sad to hear about your friend. 😢 It would have been very difficult to go to that sale... but so lovely that you have some gorgeous keepsakes!!! Ohhh Wowww - That blue boho trim is gorgeous!!! Rephrase... All those trims are 😍😍😍!!! I shouldn’t start writing before I finish the video lol. The fairy books remind me of my Aunty. She used to gift me books like that for birthdays, Christmas, etc. Just thinking about them makes me 🥰. Always love a good collage project!!! ☺️ I think my vote is for the Cinch Journal... but, really... I’m happy with anything you share with us!!! Big hugs, Sharon 🌷💜 Oh - BTW - Maybe they were meant to be 3/4 pockets. 😉😜🤣 I’m thinking there was a subliminal message there lol. Keeping it real!!! 🌷💜

[@therepapery4468]

this is such a special piece, cut the back off and get a frame so you can enjoy her beautiful gifts! My great grama and grama maternal used to win prizes for their embroidery! I have 2 amazing table runners with massive roses and lace on the ends...over 100 yrs old by now for sure! hugs and thanks Gayle....Leesa from BC Canada love crafting with you!

[@elainetowns1314]

never did an estate sale but love rummages and garage sales, so fun to see your treasures. hope you get things done up.

[@cyndiduncan7795]

Wow! The embroidery piece is fabulous.The tatting is beautiful. I love when I can find beat-up stuff....it is much easier to crate with the stuff that is ripped, stained or torn.

[@SilverGypsyWeed]

Yes, this did make me feel a whole lot better! Love you for sharing ❤️

[@DebbyLong777]

I am not going to read the other comments. At 65 years old, I have learned, one of the BEST feelings is, FINISHING STUFF I started. Just knowing it’s not in the back of my mind. It helps clear out the cobwebs. I myself would love to see you do CINCH stuff. I have been debating buying it. Follow your heart sweet lady ❤️

[@49lucky]

I have a cinch still can't use it. I haven't taken the time but at 70 I better hurry...lol

[@Jenny-W1910]

great treasures from the estate sale!! especially the motel chairs!! TURQUOISE!!! yay! are they the bouncy kind? i loved those. you had me crackin up with "what will i do-hu without my U-HU?" 😂😆😂 i figure by now, you have a plan of attack for unfinished projects, i am still catching up with your videos (and others) but it does make me feel better to know i'm not the only one out here with various stages of UFOs (and some are just ideas in my head!) when you said "Various Stages of UN-DONESS" i thought oh! that would be a great name for a blog.... welcome to my world right? thanks as always for sharing gayle, i must get caught up on your posts! hugs 💕

[@MissDaisyParsley]

I agree. Finish the journals mostly done first. Glad to see I’m not alone with my unfinished projects!

[@ssmaxwel]

Your laughter and comments make me remember the women in my family who laughed and loved doing their crafts (sewing, painting etc. ). Wish we lived in the same area I would love a joyful friend in my life. ❤️🦋

[@RockyRoadCreationsbyDiana]

I love everything you found at the estate sale. How fun.

[@MLMontes]

Thank you Gale!! You make it real!! You’re amazing and you’re all good and great!!

[@nacheva27]

Ha,Gayle! You made me laugh by myself alone.. I just love your sense of humour and your “weird words”.. I always smile when I watch your crafting sessions😁❤️ hugs from Bulgaria

[@glendaholcombe4336]

I’m new to your channel and I love all the journals you do. I’m just getting into making journals. I think you should take the journal that is the closest to being done and finish that so you have a sense of accomplishment in finishing a project.

[@freidagepner2370]

I think you should start with the cinch journals. Then one whole bin will be done pretty quick because most of them are almost done. Then that accomplishment will spur you on to do the ones that are more involved. The estate sale items were a treasure waiting just for you! The velvet with the needle work is beyond beautiful. You can see from all the intricate stitches that it was a labor of love. But then so are the journals and all the bits and pieces we make and create from the inner part of us.

[@lottiefaith6935]

Gayle, I feel so good I'm dancing! Actually, your unfinished projects are so nicely stored it makes me feel bad because mine are so messy! Just kidding. Sometimes while working on a project it gets to where you are kind of forcing yourself to go on with it not really feeling it and that's the best time to put them aside for a bit. I love the velvet piece you got from your friend's estate sale, it is gorgeous and has sentimental value as well. I like the idea someone else suggested, to number them, put the numbers in a bag and pull one. All of the projects are beautiful so whatever you finish will be fun for us to watch. I liked the 3 or 4 pockets you created. : )

[@Kpattee]

Oh my gosh, Gayle! You were saying 3 and I’m saying 4 out loud and my dogs are looking at me like I’m crazy! You’re hilarious 🤣

[@marcamp5450]

I just love it when Rachel of Roxy Creations chooses a digital and says “Let’s put a little Gayle on there”. Too funny!

[@editingreality4779]

I absolutely love all your videos, such great inspiration !!! I also really love your voice it's so sweet sounding !!! Much love Tiffany ❤☀

[@craftycat7212]

You found some great items Gayle, I love the velvet embroidery piece. I think you should make a digi out of the little folks book, I would love to have those images they look Victorian. Of course depends on copyright but it is adorable. Lots of projects to keep you even busier! 😂❤💕Amy

[@AFREEME22]

Cinch those journals Gayle! BTW I love how you crack yourself up😁😁😁

[@verachyz9079]

WOW! Gorgeous finds at the sales and I'm really fairy envious of the set of little books.

[@patriciarider5698]

Vera Chyz Me too! I have been hunting for them for well over 15 years!

[@tinlizzie4444]

Awesome and wonderful estate sale finds!! Love the 2 finished cards....they will go very well in your "Victorian" journals!! TFSS Gayle!! Hugs, Liz:)

[@creativespacejeannie279]

Fun and beautiful items, we see beauty that others don’t. Hugs ❤️ the books. Come on Gayle get them done. I’ll have a better chance of getting one of your journals. 😍

[@barbaralaforge7492]

Gayle.....I thought I was the only one. Thank you for sharing and knowing I’m not alone.

[@susanbullock5646]

Unfinished or not you make your videos so entertaining to watch and listen to! My vote is to complete the cinch journals as they seem to be the closest to being completed

[@janfranklin6604]

The pillow top is truly priceless! What a wonderful memento!! And now my stash of UFO’s doesn’t seem so bad! I have about the same as you, and most of them are so close to being finished... I think I get bored. I’d start on the Cinch books. I actually have two of them I need to finish. Think I might go dig them out! Thank you for sharing!!❤️

[@CoriDahmen]

That tatted edged table runner. I swoon! Oh, the lace and cloth and fabric snippets you will make :) School's out for the summer, but I'm going to go all teacher on you. Progress, not perfection. Pick one bin that sings to you and tackle it. One journal at a time :)

[@2close2themoon]

I'd love to see what you do with the Cinch journal. I have a Zutter that I should probably press back into service. As for what to finish, I LOVE poppies so I vote for that. OH, AND I CAN'T WAIT!! for you to do a boho journal!

[@KLThames]

I think that we must be related some how. I would definitely finish those almost-done journals! Nothing like that sensation of feeling accomplished to spur on more completed projects. You and your funny start to a creative session just made me laugh. I sit down and move stuff around for about 5 minutes ( I think it's so that I can see everything I've got that's out already), and then I just do stuff. I have a lot of strips of coffee dyed paper, and sometimes I just can't see what I want to do with them. I think that I need to just do something and move on so that I stop moving them around.

[@jenniferboyd5208]

The Poppies is my vote! I would love the yellows, greens and blue papers in the blue bin!

[@lisablight4214]

What a beautiful velvet pillow cover and some awesome trims. You had me cracking up with the Uhu glue. I would start with the first seven books and get them in your Etsy store then make covers.

[@Rockwooddream]

Oh Gayle, I just love spending time with you on your videos! Thank you for sharing your art and yourself with all of us.

[@joosvandeluitgaarden5746]

Hello Gayle, you are so funny………….and i love to see your unfinished stuff, i have also a lot of them and this weekend i'm gonna make a start with it. So thanks for the ideas.Greetings and hugs XX

[@danacolosimo5874]

Love your tutorial, you are soooo funny LOL your mistakes are not mistakes they are our lessons …. love them and thank you for sharing :)

[@karenadams138]

Hi Gayle...I would love to see you work on the "cinch" books. I have never heard of them before and would love to know more about them.... but... any and every thing you work on is fun, so I'd be happy with whatever youhu dohu! 😉 😁😁

[@nafordebi]

i got a huge bag of gorgeous trim and other fabric wonderful ness form a yard sale a fabric artist was having great finds! thx for the video

[@tfntexas]

Wow I love that velvet embroidery piece...how beautiful! So glad you were able to get that!

[@amyhelen3598]

Miz Gayle, always makes my day to watch your videos. 😆 have you thought about putting the book pages in your etsy .... ya kno bout 10 in a bundle... and tackle the ones that need to be sewn in first... & put them in ya shop too... wooohooo!!! & then one bin at a time it's all ya can do! 😆 Stay Crafty💜

[@JeanetteHouse]

Next project: Definitely finish and bind those almost-done journals! You’ll feel so good when you have those two boxes emptied and the journals ready to list on Etsy! 😘

[@billiejoethomason6075]

That pillow cover work is called Crazy Quilting. Sew quilt pieces together then show off your needlework stitches. It’s beautiful. I made crazy quilt Christmas stocking a few years ago. It took me weeks to finish. Embroidery stitches, appliqués, ribbon roses & leaf embroidery. You found So many beautiful treasures.

[@debk1915]

Wow! Love all of this! New here and so happy I found this video and you! Thanks for the fun and inspiration! I’m recovering from hand surgery so it’s a good time to watch and learn! And my humble opinion would be to start with the almost done journals 😉❤️. Make you feel good, give you space AND it sounds like your items will sell quickly once listed. Thanks again!

[@gayleagostinelli_ct]

Welcome to my channel! I’m so glad you’re here! ❤️

[@JournalDreamworld]

Im voting for the window journals..love that paper and the poppies. Wish I could be there helping...lol!

[@kmdamron1]

I love taking someone's unfinished project and turning it into something

[@angelatbluehairedsudios8106]

I'm crafting with you on the computer in my "studio with a bed" and i hear "Hi and hugs to.... Angel" and I was like ohhhh she's finally said hi to me! I come to the computer as I thought I watched everything current... Well darn! I'm a newer (couple of months new subby)! Different "Angel" I'm Angel Denise's friend from colorado springs and one of Gayles gals on fb. Anyway.... Hi lol Thanks for ALWAYS crafting with me! lol xoxo

[@gretchenkleer9252]

You should choose whatever makes you feel the most "anticipation" , that's usually how I end up choosing from multiple projects.As always, thank you for sharing Gayle, always look forward to your videos!

[@pinkrose1990]

You are so lucky to find all the lovely things at the estate sale ! You should finishes all those journals :) I luv the one with the window:}

[@normaspencer5593]

You made me smile this afternoon!

[@tbearkelly]

What should you work on next? Whatever you want to! ‘Cause you know that whatever you choose, your subbies are going to love it! I so enjoyed your show and tell from the estate sales, too. I think you were “good” at being conservative about what you brought home. I checked my “journals I want to make list” and I have 22 on my list. I’m sure not as far along with ANY of them as you are. So... kudos to you!

[@pamelawooten3690]

You had me laughing again today, so thanks for that! I'd start with whatever's closest to finished, and continue that way,to keep the momentum and motivation going. I need to work on sorting through piles, using up scraps, and finishing partially done stuff. It's super hard tho because I'm so easily distracted...SQUIRREL!!!! Lol

[@lindawarner9406]

They pieces are priceless for the work done on them

[@maureenfelton4012]

Frist off I'm glad I don't have to make this decision...Having said this I think I might start with the ones that are close to finishing.You know how great it will feel to complete them. It's a real boost to your good feelings... Hope this helps you decide. Love watching and giggling with you. (and I've learned so much) Maureen from North Las Vegas

[@SammiJarrad]

The embroidery pillow piece could always be framed. Since it’s special to you, having it framed would guarantee keeping it nice. 😁😁💜💜 Don’t feel bad, we all have unfinished projects. Do the Cinch journals!!

[@LaceCoveredSkies]

I get overwhelmed with my projects too! I think the challenge with creative projects is that there needs to be some organization or left brained stuff woven in there too! For creative folks, it's sometimes tough to balance the two sides of the brain! Oddly enough, when it comes to noncreative things I'm super organized!

[@beachngypsy746]

great haul..its nice to know that even seasoned crafters have unfinished projects, makes me want to get mine done. thank you so much..I would like to see you finish the Asian journal..

[@maggieflatt9686]

Love what you got at the estate sales. I would like to see you work on the window journal.

[@charlean_sherrod]

Yup, you certainly made me feel better.. lol.... I love your style. I think you should finish the little hard cover garden book, and sell it to me. It’s adorable.. 🌸 When all else fails (collage) 🤗😘🤗😘

[@user-ui1zv8bd4y]

TFS. I embroider, what you paid for that is probably way less than I see paper made journals sold for and even rolls of washi tape I would bet. Yet in your hands you have a piece of artwork from a now deceased artist! What a gift. 😊

[@lauragaudry3402]

Such a fun video 😊. I would love to see the 2 Victorian journals completed. By the way, if I were to complete just the projects I have started I would have to live till I was at least 200 years old!🤣

[@sandrahindmarsh3735]

I would start with the ones that are almost finished. Then I would do the cinch journals. I love that you crack yourself up. Makes me laugh too.

[@janetnieves5056]

OMG,Everything is gorgeous! Thnx for sharing

[@joannedonovan9489]

In "quilt language", that pillow is a "crazy quilt" style. Gorgeous!!

[@lindawarner9406]

Stitches were beautiful 😍

[@diannetalley7120]

Wow you did good!! Wonderful things!!

[@christinajohnston7208]

Great finds, Gayle! Just watching you handle the table runner makes me think the fabric is linen. Bless you! You’re such a treasure❣️

[@brendagraw3729]

I have never seen cinch (is that the right word?) books made. Love the papers in them- do those first please! Lovely journals, all of them. A little naked is OK too😉

[@karensumner3772]

GAYLE YOU ARE SO MUCH FUN-JUST LOVE YOU-I LOVE EVERYTHING YOU MAKE-PRAYERS/GOOD WISHES FOR YOUR FRIEND-TFS-YOU MAKE MY DAY HAPPY-HUGS/BLESSINGS

[@terrywarburton2954]

I’m excited Gayle! I bought a Cinch machine a few years ago (why?) and haven’t used it. You are inspiring me...again.

[@catscarborough9944]

So glad I looked up motel chairs - they're absolutely adorable! Thank you for sharing the unfinished projects, definitely made me feel a little bit better! There's just so much to do and play with it's hard to stick with one!

[@colleenlondon5605]

The work in that pillow is just amazing and you got some beautiful trims. I really enjoy watching you make the journaling cards. I know there is no right or wrong way but I like how you collage with bigger pieces. I tend to use too many smaller pieces when I really don't have to. tfs xxx ps please show the other two journaling cards if you find something to put on the top of them

[@kdarnell350]

I think you should start on the journals that are the closest to being done first and then get them on Etsy as fast as possible. Then work on the ones that need more work. You're so close to being finished on a lot of them! Git 'er done Gayle, git 'er done!

[@patriciarider5698]

K Darnell Shucks....just put'em on Etsy AS IS lol! I would totally buy a Gayle Agostinelli UFO! 💕💕

[@kdarnell350]

Patricia Rider true dat!💕

[@tuthillg]

Gayle, I don't know if you watch Susanna at Vintage Blend, but she has done several wonderful journals with these fairy books. What great treasures! TFS the inspiration!

[@katniks92]

I do not know what you paid for the pillow but it was worth it. That is a work of art. Display it and be proud of it.