How I went from ZERO sewing skills to professional tailor & YouTuber!

[@p.caldwell6887]

Smart. Talented. Productive. Inspirational. Helpful. Personable. You are the whole package! A very special thank you to your daughter for putting (and keeping) you out here before our eyes.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow, thank you! 😊

[@lazygardens]

We all start with ZERO sewing skills ... you are inspiring us to do better.

[@DowntownTailoring]

❤️🙏

[@grlnexdoorable]

I am delighted by you. I watched some of your first videos. Because I really hate how the neck of my t-shirts. Choke me and I'm not even a heavy weight person. I think I was looking for videos on how to make the neck of my T-shirt bigger without making it. Look stupid and I found you were very shy. And very concerned about your English delivery. There were many apologies. But people gave you a lot of grace. Probably because you are so humble and so authentic. I do not watch every one of your videos. But I watch a lot of them. Or I let them play while I'm driving so I can hear you perfect thorough descriptions. You went from not even knowing really. How to make a video to now? Having almost 150000 subscribers. I know that you are grateful. But you should also be pleased with the results of your efforts. Well done Well, well done.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much for your long time support!! This comment is so kind 😁😁

[@karenmunoz7662]

Me too I’m that kind of person that like to look every detail on the work I’m giving to costumers. Because I like to give good quality as I would like to receive from a service.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Exactly! Thanks so much for sharing! ☺️

[@cathtaylor2771]

You have had an amazing journey and you've done brilliantly, well done and thank your daughter for putting you out here to teach us xx

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! ❤️

[@maike__-]

I’m grateful to you and your daughter for starting this channel. I was already sewing before but I like how you explain things and how us on real sewing projects. You do such a good job teaching. Thank you

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much for your kind words! 🥰

[@kimcastle4081]

Please make videos the way you want to! That’s what I’d love to see from you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! It's really nice of you ☺️

[@PatrickDwyer-k9u]

Your introduction is inspirational (at least for me). I'm semi retired with an engineering degree, (and more). I have worked on both (hot & not) nuclear reactors, and now since I travel often to a hot climate, (in SE Asia) I like to "show off my legs", and most men's shorts are just too long!!! Since I like "learning & doing", I found your channel, and love it!!! I spent 20 years in design (mechanical / hydraulic & pneumatic / welding / machining (and field machining)) I love the idea that for a few dollars, I alter a pair of nice shorts, and make them look like a "million dollars". (I am the second Million Dollar man, having been "put back together" by a team of physicians about 10 years ago! I promise, I won't lift Harley Davidson FLHCTUI's after they fall down). I love you and your channel, you're wonderful! (You have a lucky husband, tell him that the "million dollar man said so!") (I'm married to a Thai nurse, I'm not hitting on you, just complimenting you on your wonderful personality! You're wonderful! Thank you for your wonderful content!) You are very gifted, I'm glad you are sharing your knowledge.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for your kind comment! Your words warmth my heart 🫠🫠🫠

[@IMOO1896]

From Dominican Republic to Canada, hhuuummm, I can see the other way around. Anyolehoot, I get much great information from your channel and love your personality and presentation.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!! Winters in the DR sound very tempting nowdays 😉☺️

[@dragonphoenix8]

I had no idea that you only started the channel during the pandemic. That's when I started seeking out sewing videos. I learnt how to adjust my jeans from you. Your story is full of courage and love. Congratulations.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awww thank you so much! Wishing you luck on the rest of your sewing journey

[@theprofessionaldesignertpd]

That's a beautiful story!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! 🥰

[@susanmullaney9359]

I'm grateful to your daughter for turning you into a KZbinr.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! She is so glad to hear! 🥰

[@avelsgard78]

Oh, my goodness! You are smart, fun, talented, and gorgeous! You really could have been a model, truly! I love your channel and I loved learning more about you. I've been sewing for 50 years,and still learn something in each and every one of your videos. Thank you so much for all you do ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow, thank you! You are so sweet! 🥹

[@yvonnejoy7962]

You are such a pleasant person. You have a magnetic personality. I’m glad you do KZbin videos. 👍🏾

[@DowntownTailoring]

I appreciate that. Thanks so much! 🥰

[@robinlandtroop2774]

I really enjoyed this video. I feel like I got to know you as a friend. Thanks.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! I realized I never shared much about my backstory so I was very excited to share this and to hopefully get to know people better 😊

[@daxxydog5777]

I love the backstage story! I so much enjoy your videos.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much 💕

[@annakazmierczak4708]

thank you so much for sharing your ideas..and the story I learn sewing when I was in grade school we have 1 session in school called HOME ECONOMICS this is all about women inside home !doing things cleaning cooking sewing and hand embroidery ..etc

[@DowntownTailoring]

This is so nice! I’m sad they aren’t teaching so much of that lately. Cheers 🥰

[@lindieinred]

Thanks for sharing! As a plus size person I would love to make patterns one day!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Make and/or fix our own clothes is great! Cheers 😊

[@LRH1]

Fashion requires much vision, talent, creativity .... kudos..... Combined all talents and gifts makes you , YOU. You are made with a purpose 🎉. Kuddos. You are 100% professional. Your story reads a visionary. You did things to create on behalf of your legacy. Never doubt. Looking forward to your book.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!! Wow! 🤩🤩

[@norma6743]

We are blessed to have you and all your family. Thank you for sharing, it’s wonderful to get to know you better. We are your you tube family. ❤❤❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much Norma! You are so sweet. So grateful for your long time support 😁❤️

[@Mishin108]

Thank you for all the great videos, you are an excellent teacher. And I'm happy to learn that you are in Ottawa!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you very much! 🥰

[@tphan3643]

I’m so happy that I found your channel recently! Now that I’m retired, I have time to get back to one of my favorite hobbies which is sewing and I am also interested in designing so I will definitely look into your pattern making courses. Thank you so much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Congratulations on your retirement, glad to have you in our community! 😁

[@matrixmom3300]

I wish I would have started alot earlier though because of my eyesight!! 😄

[@JoJo-ie8sl]

What a wonderful story. It all comes down to persistence.

[@DowntownTailoring]

I think so. Thanks so much! 😊

[@verenaschweizer3759]

Aida you are absolutely Awesome 🎉 Thank you for everything you do and God bless you 🙏🌹

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! You too! 🥰🥰🥰

[@carolynwheatley2624]

Hi, thank you so much for your videos and for sharing your journey with us all. I learned to sew at age 4 while in my Grandma's lap on a Singer Treadle machine and then fine tuned some skills at age 11 on a left handed electric machine bought at a yard sale, even though I am right handed, lol. In my 20's, I became a Nurse but opened my own dressmaking and alterations business from home and ran that for 5 years but had to close due to health problems. For many years now, I sew only for me, my Hubby and home. I think of you as a Sewing Friend who keeps me motivated and refreshes my skills. Keep on being exactly yourself. Hugs!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awe! Thank you so much! You are so sweet 🥰🥰🥰

[@madeleineschwarrtz7433]

I began sewing about 7urs old..watching my mom make all the families clothes...she would let me use her scraps to make doll clothes, then pj's , skirts, slacks for myself . had children and sewed for them and my husband ... worked in banking for med ins reasons...and retired to start my own alteration business ..I am sew happy doing what I love....and love learning from younger seamstresses.....thank you sew much for sharing all your professional traing with someone like me who never had professional sewing instructions!! God Bless you!!!

[@RandomalinaLF]

Thanks for sharing! Such a treat ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you liked it!!

[@nigelseaton8367]

Thank you so much for this! 😃 Are journeys to the sewing machine, cutting table, and dress form, can be filled with joy, excitement, and some times a crippling fear🥺. I have had times when I've been chained to a sewing machine, for 8 hours, willingly hand sewing, and worrying about did I get the right measurements,🤔 will it fit, 🤨did I cut too much, did I not cut enough, 😬and your heart beats as fast as time moves on, because there is always a battle with time. I would like to thank you so much for sharing your knowledge and journey, may your hands be ever blessed by ❤.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow so beautiful are your words! Wishing the same for you! 🥰

[@sewnita8608]

I love your story, I love your channel, I love the way you teach and the respect that you have when you do alterations. I am Peruvian leaving in Cleveland- Ohio- USA; I sew all my life because I love it, I an retired now but I was a secretary by trade and took counter lesson when I was able to pay for it (when working) here I sewed for my girls and quilt; I will say I am pretty good sewer but my pattern making is my weak spot, definitely will take your class. Merry Christmas.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Merry Christmas! Thanks for sharing 🥰🥰🥰

[@onamissionize]

I too live in Canada, it's great to hear your story. I have been building a small home based alteration business in my community. Love your videos.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Sounds great! Thank you very much 🥰

[@deborahmartyn97]

I so appreciate to learn of your history, thank you for sharing. I have learned sewing since eight years old, from my mother and then on my own. I sew professionally from my home on a tiny island in WA. Ii have learned several techniques from you that have immensely decreased time and. stress to accomplish (chiffon , narrow hems for instance.). Thank. you and daughter and husband so much!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! I’m glad to share my work with all of you. I see it like a friendship and cooperation. Cheers 🥰

[@sharonsukbirsingh9713]

Thank you for you time.e and effort and sharing all your tutorials with us. Your story is interesting. 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

So nice of you! Thank you 😊

[@Cookies-i2f]

I took sewing and design/pattern making in high school in Canada in the 70's. I sewed a lot for my kids. A ladt from El Salvador taught me to sew without patterns- that was really freeing. Now I specialize in Maplelea/American Girl doll clothes, and made patterns for those things. I do a lot of up- cycling. I also knit. Like you, I have hit my sweet spot. I realky enjoyed your video and shared it to my granddaughter who loves design as well.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much for sharing! I bought my daughter a Maplelea doll when she was little and it’s so beautiful to hear that you specialize in clothings for then! 🥰

[@wadenyoost1796]

You are a delight to watch and learn from. Please keep up the good work. Bless you and your family.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! You too! 🥰

[@leshabenn3368]

Thank you so much for sharing your story. You have helped and are helping many persons. God bless you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@lidabard2121]

Thank you! You are the real deal. I'm so sick of people who have no skills. They don't have a sewing vocabulary, and their makes are sloppy. On top of that, they laugh and act cutsey. Maybe some of them will find your channel and learn how to sew! Best wishes, Happy New Year!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Happy new year! 🥳

[@louparsons]

Thanks very much for some insight into your background, your experience, your passion. And, very importantly, thank you and your family for taking a huge chance when you moved to Canada; you, and your family, help make Canada a better place for everyone, all across the country. As always, a great video, well worth commenting for you, and for 'the algorithm.' YVR

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much Lou! appreciate that! 🥰🥰🥰

[@michellesmith3657]

I truly love your videos! I took a 4H sewing class in third grade. Time passed. Now I'm doing alterations. I say yes to every customers request 😭. You have helped me so much! Thank you.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@DedeSews]

I appreciate your videos so much. I’ve been sewing all my life (almost 😊), but never had any formal training. Your videos have been very helpful to me, as I am sure they have been to many many others. God sends the right person to help in our time of need. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for your kind words! 🥰🥰🥰

[@marathonfortruth4768]

Great backstory! Thanks for sharing.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks 😊

[@pamz7531]

You have taught me so much over the last few years. It's not easy to learn when you are 76 years old, but you have helped me. I have been sewing for over 60 years. I am a pattern person. Never could get the hang of pattern making. But I have had to take in and let out and hem jeans. Thank you. My father taught me to sew on a machine, and my primary teachers taught me to hand sew. Now I make little things to sell, to stay busy. Merry Christmas to you and your family and love from NC

[@DowntownTailoring]

Such a lovely backstory, thank you for sharing! I’m very happy to have taught you something in what sounds like a very impressive repertoire 😁😁

[@1wolfpup]

My mom and I love watching your videos! I'm so glad that you and your daughter took the leap and made videos. The e-school is a wonderful idea. God bless you and your family. 🌷

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much for your sweet words and your support. Likewise! ❤️

[@violetsharp5787]

You are WONDERFUL!!!! I love all your videos and teaching is your true purpose and destiny!! ❤❤❤❤❤❤ Muchas gracias.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow, thank you! 🥰🥰🥰

[@TanyaDBryant]

Thank you for sharing your story. I’ve been sewing for 3yrs, I’m not sure what direction I want to go with my sewing. For now I’m enjoying the journey and open to where ever it may lead me. 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Looking at it with an opened mind is the way. Cheers! 🥰

[@jenavasexton1645]

I learned the most basic sewing skills in my late teens from my grandmother- my mother learned as a girl but hated doing it so she never taught me even though I used to make doll clothes using hand sewing and cutting up old baby clothes as a very young child. Now I have kids and I started by making them costumes. I don't have time for a traditional class so I am SO GRATEFUL to learn from your expertise in a way that I can go at my own pace. I've started the course and just got all my supplies collected. Just waiting till after the holiday to start focusing on it.

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m so glad! Good luck with the course 🥰

[@robynevans1287]

😊💖 Such a *JOY* to watch! THANK YOU🤗💖 for taking the time to share your journey with us! Sending LO-O-OVE!💖💖💖 & wishing you even MORE PROSPERITY, LAUGHTER & LOVE in your ADVENTURES moving forward!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wishing the same for you Robyn! 🥰

[@robynevans1287]

@@DowntownTailoring Thank you & 🎉HAPPY NEW YEAR!🎉

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@robynevans1287 Thank you! Happy new year to you too! 🎉🥳❤️

[@antiegonz6007]

A year ago, I took an outfit to be hemmed at a local shop and they did such a bad job. I thought maybe be it was a fluke and tried them again . Again they did another bad job. I decided to learn to sew and do a better job as a beginner than our local alteration shop. I’ve learned bunches thru your channel. Thank you❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

I'm so glad! Unfortunately, there are too many alterations places that don't make enough effort. I recognize that sometimes this happens due to customer's not wanting to pay. However, cutting corners and not doing things well does a huge disservice to the profession and art.

[@alex_miso]

Awwwhe This was so lovely to watch I'd like to join the e-learning classes You're such a gem ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you sooo much! ❤️❤️

[@violetsharp5787]

That video about altering a suit jacket is the absolute best!!

[@rosey_ie]

Aida, I loved every minute of hearing your story 🥰 Thank you so much for being so brave and letting us know more about you! Your daughter made a great decision on getting you to do the channel, and it’s clear where she gets her business acumen from 😁 Looking forward to having a look at your E-school, and best of luck with it! 🎉

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!! I loved your comment ❤️

[@Calhorsey]

Love the channel, love your accent, looking forward to the pattern making class.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you!!

[@jenniferthompson5146]

Thank you for sharing your story! I started sewing at 6-7 years old and still have sooo much to learn. So it is impressive seeing people who started sewing later, become so talented! Takes a lot of dedication. I got turned down from a bunch of alteration shops also, until I got a chance with a uniform company. Easy stuff mostly but I still learned a lot! I’m sure I could get hired at a bridal shop if I wanted to. Just keep looking, be confident, and someone will give you a chance! Doing freelance work was also very helpful in getting opportunities because people see that you are taking initiative; that you are passionate.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Totally agree! Persistence is the key! Thanks so much for sharing your experience 😊

[@terryjanisch905]

Merry Christmas. The history is fascinating. Thank you so so much for for your channel

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you! Merry Christmas to you! 🎅🎄❤️

[@bethperrine6431]

Fascinating! - such an interesting story

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoyed it! 🥰

[@Sunshine-un5ww]

Your a really great teacher!

[@DowntownTailoring]

I appreciate your words! Thank you 😊

[@tammymasson2343]

You are brave, courageous, determined, and inspirational! I'm so happy you have a strong, close family! Thank you for all the content you provide for us. So many of us home sewists are essentially self-taught, so it is wonderful to have internet access to well-trained and experienced sewists like you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Ohhhh thank you so much Tammy!! I am happy to share 🥰

[@joannecava2418]

This is so much fun to watch = just shows that hard work and a calling will eventually put you in the right place,…..Merry Christmas! I learn to much from you!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Merry Christmas 🎅 🎄 ❤️

[@melahatali2104]

I love your journey. I am sure there have been hard times, too. Thank you for this enjoyable episode ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks for watching! I'm glad you liked it! Yes, there have been hard times, too. Cheers 😊

[@daraharper2003]

Such A LOVELY STORY!! Thank you for sharing! I only wish I lived closer ! God Bless You for taking that " step of Faith". Have a Merry Christmas!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! Merry Christmas 🎅

[@janetkaye5110]

When I heard you talk about the pattern course, I signed up immediately. I've wanted to know how to do pattern making my whole life but never had the confidence to try it on my own. I've had people tell me over the years that I should sew for a living but I was too apprehensive. Besides, I sew because I enjoy it and didn't want it to become something less. I'm looking forward to starting the course.

[@DowntownTailoring]

So nice! Enjoy the course 😊

[@sharoncumiskey4738]

I just signed up! Thank you for offering this course

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hope you enjoy it! Let me know how it goes 😊

[@mollysowiak2929]

thank you so much for this video! it's such a privilege to learn from you. I'm a seamstress in BC running a small business and in a lot of cases - learning on the job. i have a couple of mentors here who i can call if i need advice on particular things, and i have learned SO much from your channel. I am thrilled you will be doing the e-school, for your sake as well as mine! I have been working from "pattern making for beginners" type books and fitting books, but your teaching style in the videos so far has really worked for me so I will definitely be checking out the school. i have two small kids at home so e-learning is perfect. I tell people all the time what a mentor and support you are to me and I am always sharing helpful sewing tips that come from you! great to know more about your journey, thank you so much.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Ohhh thank you so much for your kind words Molly! I’m so happy to have helped, good luck in your business! 🥰

[@catfacekiller4955]

You have helped me level up my alteration skills! I am so grateful for your videos. You are so talented, and I love your personality! I am able to be a stay at home mama and still have an income with doing alterations on the side. Thank you for all the times I felt stuck with a project and you gave me guidance!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awe! I’m so glad! Thank you 😊

[@kaihokumui3335]

I love your contents. I think your super talented in sewing. Best wishes!

[@DowntownTailoring]

🥰🥰🥰

[@deidrabenson361]

Thanks so much for sharing! Loved the video!❤️❤️❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks for watching! 🥰🥰🥰

[@dlg1603]

Great video! Thank you for sharing your journey. I have been following your channel this past year and never knew your name. Now I know 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awesome! Thank you! 😊

[@bonnierobbins4230]

Thanks for sharing your journey! I love you! You have much wisdom!!❤ Bonnie Ohio USA

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much Bonnie! 💓

[@tambriggs]

I LOVE your channel, and would have no problem watching longer videos with more detailed explanations... most of the sewing channels I watch have videos which are 20 or 30 minutes long... And I have no problem with it! Go with what feels right! You are an amazing mother/ daughter team - thank you for teaching me incredible tricks! Happy Holidays 🧵🪡

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you like them! Thanks so much for your encouraging words. I'll see if I can be a little more relaxed in my videos. Cheers 😊

[@christib.8220]

Thanks for sharing your life's sewing journey.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@niksand1713]

Very interesting

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you think so! 🥰

[@gmurray3616]

I so enjoyed you sharing your journey. I believe your mother saw something in you that you had not seen at that time. I'm so grateful for finding your channel. It has been a great help to me. When I watch your videos, I see the passion you have in sewing. Your videos have encouraged me to do as you do and that is to go the extra mile. You are all about satisfying your clients. Thank you, thank you. Please continue to share your videos.

[@DowntownTailoring]

What a kind comment!! Thank you so much for your kind words and support 🙏

[@jmjcc5]

You are adorable!!! I love your story! I have purchased your pattern making course and look forward to your teaching. You channel is one of my go to resources for alterations for my sewing business. Thank you so much for sharing!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Oh thank you! I wish you have a good journey with the course. Happy Holidays! 🥰🥰🥰

[@DenisColeman-r8r]

I am thankful too come too your channel at this time . 64 how aways wanted to be a fashion designer. . Told what makes you think you can do it. Allow other to make me feel less then. 😢 . Prayed about was it too late for me . Thought came practice makes perfect. Folks that was the issue .I let others kill my dream . Were I did not practice. I thank God . Did not mean too go on ,on. ❤❤❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

It’s never too late! You got this! ❤️

[@DenisColeman-r8r]

@DowntownTailoring Much love, thank you so much , Pulled out my sewing machine, fashion books of the history of fashuon . My drawing pads .etc It's not about if someone buys anything. Its about me doing it for me. And saying I did it. 🙏🙏❤️

[@DowntownTailoring]

@@DenisColeman-r8r Exactly!! I love this! Wishing you the best! ❤️

[@elementgypsy]

Thank you for telling your story. I watch iften and curious about your life. Love your enthusiasm.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoy it! Thanks for watching 🥰

[@zoyasamsor9004]

I really adore you😍 You are so talented woman. Same how, we both have the same story, I also prove my self to my family back home, by graduating from law and political science and working for government for over 13 years. I learned how to sew at the very young age first from my mom then by going to a professional sewing course. I leave everything behind 3 years ago for my kids bright future by coming to Canada. Now I am working with an alteration company and also signed up for fashion studies course for becoming more professional. I wish I get to know you closely so I could learned more from you🥰

[@DowntownTailoring]

How nice! What we do for our children! 🥰🥰🥰

[@cristinaurena1716]

Me encantó tu historia. Eres muy bonita persona y con mucho talento. Yo también soy dominicana. Si estuvieras en USA me iba a tomar clases contigo. 🌷🌷

[@DowntownTailoring]

Muchísimas gracias por tus lindas palabras. Mis clases pueden tomarse desde cualquier parte del mundo. Abrazos 🤗

[@kefirheals7383]

Wow - what a journey! So impressive. I didn't see the link.

[@berniecelee5062]

Please see my comments , you will see where I posted link to e course. …. I found the link but I can’t seem to get it copied here . Merry Christmas!

[@kefirheals7383]

@@berniecelee5062 Thanks, I'll give it a try.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Hi! Sorry for missing the link: Here you go: downtowntailoring.teachable.com/ Feel free to check it out and let me know what you think! Cheers 🥰

[@berniecelee5062]

@@kefirheals7383 hi , I was helping you find the link to the course. Please post your question to downtown tailoring….she is the one who is an expert . I am sure she would gladly help you . Cheers,

[@berniecelee5062]

@@DowntownTailoring hi … there is a question for you in these string of replies …. Someone is looking for your help . Please have a look and let her know how … Thanks

[@keshelawilliamson3687]

Thank you for sharing your experience and knowledge ❤. I am grateful.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@williajohnson1851]

This video made me feel happy.

[@DowntownTailoring]

I’m so glad! Thanks for your comment 🥰🥰🥰

[@chrisschey7818]

I just loved getting to know you on this video. I've learned so much from you. Thank you, Ida - you are inspiring! ❤🎉

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you!! 🥰🥰

[@CouchSttr]

I love your style of teaching. You are funny and knowledgeable, and this channel is such a great resource! Personally, I’ve always been interested in fixing things or making things. This has led to *many* interests. I have had a sewing machine for years, but it was mask making that kept my interest long enough to get decent. Now I hand make nearly all my presents, and because my family loves me they smile and say thank you 😂

[@DowntownTailoring]

Wow! This is so nice. Thank you for sharing! 😊

[@bettyshannon786]

Congratulations!! I do Bridal alterations but watch you for tips on general alterations. You are an inspiration to me to keep on keeping on!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@georgycolson9671]

You did great! We all love you and your channel!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much!

[@bshelley0]

My grandmother taught me to sew with a machine when I was about 7 years old. It’s not my favorite crafty activity but it’s certainly valuable. I avoid technical sewing (clothes and precision) in favor of simpler, utilitarian sewing like reusable pillow covers and bags. Thanks for sharing your story.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you for sharing yours. Cheers 😊

[@kalylavraie]

Bonjour de France! 😉What an amazing story ❤️ I remember school, I was completely opposite, I hate so much drawing and fashion history but so good at sewing and want to do those all day long! Maybe one day I'll teach to 🤷‍♀️you are so inspirational! And what a road to your alteration shop and KZbin channel. I'm lucky and happy that algorithm allow me to find you and follow you here.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Bonjour!! Thank you so much for your kind words ❤️❤️

[@redaleta]

Thank you for sharing with us. You are my go-to when I'm trying to learn something with sewing. Link?

[@berniecelee5062]

Please see my comments I posted …. For some reason I cannot copy here to send you the message . Please go back to all comments, you will see my comment with link . Merry Christmas!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 🥰

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you, merry Christmas! 🎄🎅🏽

[@chilipeprsandi]

I really enjoyed hearing all aspects of your journey! I truly appreciate you making videos to help us learn to sew and do alterations. I always look forward to your videos. Thank you very much 💕💃🏻

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for all of your kind comments throughout the years! 🥰🥰

[@ninalopez1593]

Wow you are inspiring! Thank you for sharing you and your family’s impressive story.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it ☺️

[@ae4419]

Thank you for sharing your story!!!! 😊

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@cherylrosbak4092]

What a great story. I'm so glad you get to do what you love now. I will definitely check out your course -- I follow a few pattern-making KZbinrs, but you particularly have a way of explaining things that works for me.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much! You are so kind. I forgot to include the link. Here you go: downtowntailoring.teachable.com/p/downtown-tailoring-s-pattern-making-for-beginners-basic-patterns-course Cheers 🥰

[@maureencullen1008]

Thank you so much for this,it was really interesting.Your Chanel is brilliant as we learn so much from you.We trust the you tuber so it's about time you tube and their algorithms also do.and allow them the freedom to develop their channels how they want.

[@DowntownTailoring]

So nice of you! Thank you very much 🥰

[@sampleworks9432]

I am so very pleased to meet you! My name is Jacqui and I want to be your friend 😉. What an adventure your life has been. I so appreciate your patterning skills and how they have led you to sharing some amazing and unique approaches to alterations. You are more than the “face” of the channel, you are the energy, a creative force and sew much fun! (Your daughter’s skills are the perfect complement to yours, a great pairing) Canada is lucky to have you! I look forward to following and learning from you. I like how you teach and look forward to more classes from you. Thanks for sharing your story. I wish you continued success, good health and long life.🙏🏻

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much, Jacqui, for your beautiful words! I consider you my friend 🧡

[@TruFlyFox]

I recently started sewing... I am terrible BUT, I keep trying on very simple projects and I think my skills are improving.

[@DowntownTailoring]

Yes! I think it’s a matter of practice and presence. That’s why sewing can be therapeutic. Cheers 😊

[@DoctorRAZ]

I loved this so much! Thank you for sharing! -- I am currently a phd student in statistics lite but have always been crafty. I've always wanted to learn to sew and finally bought a machine in 2021, a cheap plastic bubble of a machine. I hated it. Then one day I found a Singer 401a for $35 at a thrift store. Fell in love and started practicing more. In just 1.5 years I've made a dozen pieces I wear in my daily life. (I've also acquired 100s of vintage patterns and about 20 vintage sewing machines. I just find the machines and the way they work so beautiful.) My goal for myself was initially just alterations, thinking I could never sew a full garment. Now my goal is to make my whole wardrobe from my own designs. Your videos are so wonderful and helpful. I absolutely loved learning your super impressive back story! Thank you and Happy Holidays!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Awww thank you so much! Hope you had a lovely holiday season! I loved to read your back story. That is very impressive in such a short time. Is really wonderful when the mathematical brain joins the artistic side ❤️

[@roxannamostatabi7791]

You started sewing as a teenager though! I started at 35, imagine how behind I feel! 😅 But I dont care how long it takes me, I want to be a great sewer and design my own clothes. 3 and half years later, my skills have grown a lot; I just finished sewing a button up shirt for my husband, have designed my own face mask and apron patterns, and have made several easy garments for myself. I am not giving up!!!

[@DowntownTailoring]

You got this!! Thank you for sharing Roxanna 🥰🥰

[@clwdeluxe]

I think you're wonderful 🥰 and a massive thank you for your insightful videos and sewing tips ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! 😊

[@louisegreen14]

Beautiful video. Thank you so much for sharing this with us 🤗

[@DowntownTailoring]

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks 😊

[@rosejacks8662]

Thank you for sharing ❤

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks for watching! 🥰

[@yoshiew05]

Thanks!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thanks so much for your support!!! 🥰

[@RosieCarl]

I love your videos- it is clear you love what you do! Thank you for sharing your journey. You are beautiful!

[@DowntownTailoring]

Thank you so much! You are so kind 🥰🥰🥰