How We Clothe Our Family Of 9 + My All Time Favorite Skirt

[@michellehochstedler7809]

My Mom kept me and my 7 siblings clothed with hand me downs, she sewed our dresses and also would buy at garage sales and goodwill, sewed patches on the torn jeans, and sewed the tares in our girl's dresses. I have 5 brother's and 2 sister's, I am so glad that I grew up living frugal. We lived out of our garden in the summer months and out of our food cellar and freezer in the winter months. Also shopped bent n dent. So helpful now that I am married. You guys are truly giving your Children one of the greatest gifts that they could ever receive. Your KZbin Channel is my favorite channel to watch because you Don't talk about the news, or make all the fancy foods or redecorate your home to show off on social media. You are down to earth and not scared to show the real you.

[@homesteadliving7973]

Thank you so much for the encouraging words Michelle. You are a blessing.

[@SageTheRage]

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[@deborahkelley4719]

Don't pay attention to those who cast stones, your a beautiful family, you and your husband take very good care of your family and homestead. There's nothing wrong with Second clothing ECT. Be blessed family. From VA ❤️

[@Thylacine1]

I agree. Considering the state of the world I'd love to hear the argument AGAINST how this lovely family is living. I'm a spiritual person, not religious by definition and to be honest I'm not even sure what their religion is to be honest. I just see a really happy, beautiful family living a life that is good. Period. I guess the other side would have to argue why their way of life is better. By what metric is living in a big city, with chemical food, no family dinners etc. better? I see EXACTLY what God or who/whatever put us here intended in these videos. I thank you guys so much for sharing so a personal thing.

[@johnbettiebishop6673]

Carrie I grew up in a family of eight. My mom made all of our clothes including our underwear. She taught all four of us girls to sew and since we lived in the 50s we also wore hand me downs and wore our clothes until they were rags. The wool garments were cut up and used in quilts. I think you are amazing. May our precious Jesus bless you and your family

[@Cindyscrossstitch]

I get so much joy watching your videos. Ignore the trolls. Your family is beautiful 🌻🌻

[@clotildadcunha633]

I agree You are a humble and your family is model family God bless you all

[@glendabyford8074]

When I had five children at home and was a single mom. Money was tight.. we shopped at thrift stores and never turned down others gifts... I would take some of the clothing and remake them into things we needed and that would fit.. to this day even after the children are grown and have families of their own I still shop thrift stores and second hand shops. I ahve been blessed to marry again and my husband is one amazing man and see the advantage in buying second hand..

[@delindawilliams3935]

Some people are not aware that it's a blessing to give without expecting anything in return, and giving because of the love God placed in their heart. Your family looks so beautiful and content. Thanks for sharing these information and how God has blessed your family. May God continue to bless you all.🙏🏽

[@debbiepitcher9806]

I cannot shout loud enough, it’s amazing how you look after your family. The wish list is a blessing !! so negative people go bother someone else you don’t need them. Your family rock 😊😊

[@homesteadliving7973]

Thank you Debbie!

[@weepingwillowhomestead]

Another great option is Clothing Pantries! People.donate their clothes (like Goodwill) only you can shop for free. I donate the ones we out grow and pick out new ones. Shop thrift stores for sheets or over sized clothes (dresses, XXXL men's shirts, etc) to use as fabric. It is usually cheaper than buying new fabric.

[@TheBonnieberry]

We were a family of five.My Dad worked every day to supply our needs.We loved getting second hand clothing from many places...we loked forward to my aunt who came home to Nova scotia each summer with a trunk full for us to peruse.We thought we'd struck it rich...

[@lenore3786]

Carrie you and Kip, are shining example with your life style; doing things naturally as God intended. In this world there are always going to be people that are picking fault for one reason or another. Keep shining your light, one day these people will see the error of their ways. Your family is soooo beautiful!❤God Bless you all

[@kimberlystone3987]

We grew up on a homestead… And we never got any new clothes…. One new new pair of shoes a year, besides church shoes… And mama sewed my dresses, being the only girl … It was a fantastic childhood!!! No regrets…Just grace 🥰❤️💕🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@bubblegumlipgloss8488]

Kimberly stone. it sounds like a loving home you came from!! you are very blessed. Much love from Missouri..

[@melissamcqueen582]

as a child of the '80s, i'm so happy you found your favorite skirt at esprit! wasn't expecting that lol

[@cyndegruver6520]

For the boys I use to turn the new jeans or used jeans inside out and apply iron on patches over the knee area sometimes put a tack stitch on each corner to make the knees last longer until they became to high water by the end of the year

[@124ladyb]

There have been times I was going through really tough times and watched your videos and they calmed me so much. Its probably people like me that want to say a little thank you that send gifts. Silly that people would be mean and say its begging. No, its gift giving and being able to give specific needs instead of a bunch of things you don't need.

[@rosejacobs4745]

Almost all of our clothes are from the thrift store or the Buy Nothing Group so it works for me!! :)

[@nicolebueckert8749]

We love hand me downs!!!! It's like Christmas going through everything

[@gerrymarmee3054]

I love this common sense advise about clothes.

[@deniseellenburg649]

Hey, hand-me-downs are the bomb !

[@garifields4031]

I always shop second hand first for myself. I have a closet full purchased at a great price that wear like iron. You and your family just keep being you! I love your videos.

[@Kiddly3000]

growing up we had a lot of the name brand clothes but we never bought them ourselves they were always hand me down clothes from friends and classmates at the school we were going to at the time

[@gardenx5574]

I appreciate a skirt with pockets. They are also hard to find.

[@singmysong1167]

I sew. I love pockets. I add pockets.

[@amychirinosphotography]

I think most people have wish list-don’t worry about it.we shop mostly a thrift stores and when there’s sale.

[@jodytempleton-jackson1377]

Such a beautiful family

[@lattelolly6925]

I'm in love with Thrift stores. It's amazing what you can find and "usually" for good prices. & I'm thankful to have a sewing machine and can fix or adjust things to fit.

[@57Weaver]

I purchased dresses from your Amazon list for the two little girls, bought art supplies for Ester Pie, and head scarves for Carrie. I sent $50 to the two older boys. And, not a thank you for any of it and never saw the girls or Carrie wear any of it. And have yet to see art paintings from the supplies. It would have been nice to see the dresses worn since they were very expensive, the supplies equaled in value of the dresses. the boys got the same amount. Oh well, no good deed. E. Woolley frm Texas.

[@homesteadliving7973]

Thank you for your gifts! We get many gifts from many people and don't always have a way to give a thank you to each individual. We do use and appreciate the blessings people send. In the future, if you would like a personal thank you, please let us know and be sure to tell us how we can get in touch with you. Blessings to you.

[@jantrewitt4058]

It sounds like an excellent plan to clothe all the family! you have done a great job!

[@tinabarnett9796]

Plus, I have never seen a family as kind as u all. Keep it up.

[@susanyates4233]

Interesting vlog, Carrie. When I was a child in the fifties, I had three sets of clothes, apart from schooluniform. One set was for church and best, one for every day, and one for playing out. When I got older, I made my own clothes, apart from coats, jackets and underwear. I rarely buy clothes nowadays, and visited second hand shops before covid and cancer. Best wishes, Susan.

[@joanreid2804]

Great video! Carrie, you look so healthy, rested and pretty.

[@sharonkershaw9397]

Great change of video. It’s good to change things up now and then. Love nosing around peoples houses and how they order their belongings ❤️

[@Living4YHWH]

I love when your videos end with a verse! 💛

[@barbwelch2527]

I appreciate the Amazon list. I love giving.

[@homesteadliving7973]

Your love has been joyfully received many a time. Thank you Barb!

[@littleozarkshomestead]

Yes! I shop etsy for shirts as well!

[@linacabrera3172]

Hi, I always got my older sister clothes; a d I was very happy wearing those. I was a very happy child , with a very happy and poor family. May God continue blessing 💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝💝

[@ivanahanus5101]

My mom and granny would always knit and sew clothes for me, also from recycled clothes redone to my size. We also had going out clothes. when we got home we would change into our home clothes. I have learned a lot from both of them, how to live frugally. I am in my early sixties and still follow their example. I also grow some of our vegetables and fruit trees like lemons, limes, kumquats. we had avocado, bananas and papaya but the monkeys destroyed the trees, so I have planted what they don't like. (we live in South Africa.) I love your videos. You have a beautiful family and keep doing what you do.

[@abidashah4943]

Hi how are u love u .love watching .beautiful family 👪 👨‍👧‍👧 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦. God bless u and family with joy peace and happiness always ❤ 👪 🙏 💖 frugal queen 👸 ❤ voice of aangle heart of gold love from UK 🇬🇧 ❤ 💕 ♥ 💖 💗

[@lynsmith2698]

This is a great channel. Our family consists of me and my hubby, we are newly retired and I have never spent tons of money on clothes. Second hand is great. I also wear my clothes to death too. We live out in the bush so I can’t see the point of fancy clothes. I am like you and only wash my clothes when they are dirty. Great video, thank you for your honesty 🇨🇦🌷

[@1844D]

Love you guys. More people need to be frugal. Your children are so happy. Your doing a beautiful job with them. 💞

[@gb1914]

Abby measuring the camera at 14 and a half! Gosh, she is adorable! 🥰

[@Elsa-it9ct]

Really haven’t noticed the clothes just so caught up with all the things you guys do on your homestead. You guys take such good care of your family and what they eat. So glad though you can find the clothes you like and need for everyone.

[@janetturner6771]

Loved the Bible verses at the end . Blessings for your family 🙏🙏

[@nicoleford3122]

On Andrea Mills channel….I think it’s the mills family now…she has a tutorial for that skirt …it’s called a pheasant skirt…blessings❤

[@vintagehomemaker9338]

Peasant skirts are great because you can use several differnt pieces of fabric to form the layers. The layers can even be pieced with differnt pieces of fabric in a patchwork fashion. It's a great way to use up a lot of leftover pieces of fabric. You can incorporate the good pieces of fabric (generally the backs of the legs of jeans) from worn out clothing to make patchwork layers for skirts.

[@empret7704]

I like the photo's in the beginning. My family also use their cloths till its good enough for compost lol ... 🙃

[@bubblegumlipgloss8488]

I love love love this family!!!!

[@melaniev4390]

Have you ever tried thred up? It is a neat online consignment, especially when you want to look for very specific things. Like you can put in "espirit corduroy skirt", filters by your size, and then sort it by price from low to high. Very handy! Love to watch your sweet family! ❤️

[@gretchensmith3981]

Great tip...thank you

[@tinabarnett9796]

Sorry people are so rude. People don't even think about how you all are making nature go on..love you all.

[@katies9694]

I’m a single mum to one. We love hand some downs and we love forwarding on. Any clothes I have purchased and are in good condition will first go up for sale. This money goes towards new shoes etc for my daughter. I mend clothes to keep them going or use wonder web which is fab! I tend to wear a lot of black and will dye items if they fade, no need to dispose of. We are far to wasteful as a society. And we love a good charity shop bargain. Last winter we found Clarks winter boots like new for £6 (rrp £50!) and my daughter lived in them till destruction lol!

[@joycecook8876]

Love you all. You are precious to me.

[@gerrymarmee3054]

One wonderful thing about good clothes is when the kids grow out you pass them down or share them with others. Nothing is wasted.

[@stephaniefairchild82]

We are a family of 4. Not always easy to keep clothed. We have been given clothes, my children have been given shoes(some brand new others used but still in good shape), we buy at thrift stores, I sew skirts for my daughter and I. Sometimes we can find good deals at regular stores. I think having a wish list is a great idea. That way family and friends can be sure to get what is needed or wanted for each person.

[@edithsens4868]

Thank you for sharing all the helpful ways to save on clothes, and making them last longer.

[@dakotalynn4773]

Wow, this video has helped me so much. I like the same clothing that you do Carrie. Our farm is only 35 miles from you so we are neighbors ❤️💕😊❤️

[@karilods1593]

I’m in north central Missouri (close to off grid with Doug and Stacy lol). I would love a video about dealing with mold in the house with out air conditioning and how you built your home to withstand the humidity and heat.

[@homesteadliving7973]

That is a part of off grid life that we are still trying to figure out. Thankfully we haven't had any issues with toxic mold, but we do get mildew in our family closet. We have a few ideas that we haven't implemented yet, but if they work, we will try to do a video on the topic. For now, we use hanging de-humidity bags and open windows whenever possible. We only run fans if absolutely necessary.🙂

[@caseykish6763]

All your tips are great ones that I already do. Thrift stores are a great resource too.

[@gretchensmith3981]

That is so true about how hard laundering is on clothing. They should not be washed after every wearing; it really wears clothing out to wash them after wearing them once. 👍🏻

[@susanyates4233]

I wear my clothes for a week, apart from my pants.

[@rubylinden9977]

I was very blessed by this video thank you so much for making it

[@wandaleebernardo5488]

I’m the oldest of seven. It was great going to Miss Janes next to new store, even if it had to be on layaway.

[@leeleegirl8612]

I live in a small hamlet with well water. I bought my kids ( boy and girl) dark clothing from the thrift store. It drove some of my city family mad. They thought my daughter should have lighter and brighter clothing. The water in my well made food stains dark and light clothes stained orange .

[@emilywalton4105]

I just love your channel my husband and I gave been praying about moving off grid few years. We just purchased our 1st home in suburbs were planning on fixing it up and selling it. We have chickens and we are working on setting up a garden next year. Praying for your beautiful family ❤️

[@maryhumphrey2236]

I adore your style of skirt. I have found many tiered skirts at Goodwill. Thanks for sharing your tips!

[@jazzybren]

2 Corinthians 9:7 … my grandma made my clothes, then it was hand me downs from aunts, sewing skirts in home economics, your video brought back good memories.

[@celarasmith8030]

I admire your spirit! I think you have a beautiful family and are so blessed to live the way you want to live. Do you still have the moringa plants? I grew one from a seed 3 years ago. It's about 7 foot tall now. God bless.

[@lovedairycows]

yes I grow up the same way getting second hand clothing(mostly for the farm). some was bought new but the new was used for school or going to town and that was limited every year unless you grew out of the clothing.

[@InuitInua]

We pretty much only shop when there are sales. Thankfully with online shopping, it is easy to check when and what the sale sare. When it comes to products, it is always quality over quantity. I spend more if I know it will last longer and wear well.

[@hollyfink6168]

We always passed clothes through our extended family. Most anything we bought got passed to someone who could use it. Many things were like new, now my 92 year old Dad is styling; he fits perfectly in my nephews old shoes, jeans & shirts.

[@homesteadliving7973]

Thanks for sharing!! You made me smile.🙂

[@sherryfleming1519]

A great family ! God Bless !

[@deanfaw3880]

You're family is bless by God don't listen to the haters your doing just fine by God hands and your homestead is perfect by me

[@wendysgoats]

I’ve been told if you refuse a blessing from someone that they won’t be blessed. So bless the blesser.

[@singmysong1167]

I have heard that drying clothes in a dryer weakens the threads and colors fade quicker. If you can, hang them out on a clothes line or on hangers inside.

[@homesteadliving7973]

Good advice. We don't have a dryer, so everything gets hung to dry.

[@sommersonne9466]

really loved this and the last video. Lots of good tips!

[@dinahquillen8709]

That's the best I've ever seen them dressed.👍

[@tammysarrazin7078]

great job my kids didnt wear many new clothes when they were young unless it was a present good will salvation army both have second hand clothes hugssss

[@jackiegardner7483]

You have a beautiful family

[@cathykillion6544]

Enjoyed the video

[@lornam3637]

So much great advice! Thank you x

[@LorraineG123]

I love buying secondhand, giving clothes a second life. Needs must Carrie,and with the work ye do, you are right re colours,lengths of skirts etc. I work in a environment that I have to not wear light colours, and not care if get dirty.

[@hondafreedom9329]

I make my own skirts. I love them! I am a naturally modest person, I like skirts a bit below the knee, and I don't like low-cut or see-through clothing. People don't think I am modest at first impression; they think I "let it all hang out" because I seem hippie-ish/less made up, but that is not my natural way. I like comfort, style, and modesty. Living in Los Angeles, people tend to be immodest, in my opinion.

[@wymtnsage]

i used to buy curtains n sheets from thrift stores n make skirts n dresses from them- can also get other craft n sewing stuff n quilt squares too- was cheaper 4 me, 2 buy fabric that way-

[@fizer718]

Rain country you tube channel has great introduction to patchwork skirt. Super simple to make and you can hand stitch

[@uppanadam74]

I live in a rental and they just recently slapped us to pay 100% water bill on us!! So I have too now space out having showers and washing clothes and so forth!! It's hard on a low income but I'm managing so far!!

[@vintagehomemaker9338]

Clothing definitely doesn't have to be washed every time it's worn.Unless it gets very dirty or sweaty, clothing can be worn several times before washing. Clothes tend to wear out more from constantly washing them than wearing them. If you are able to save the rinse water from your washing machine when you do laundry, you can pour it back into the machine,add detergent, and run a second load. this is similar to how laundry was done in an old wringer type washing machine. 2-3 loads would be washed in the same wash water beginning with the whites and ending with dirty work clothes. The washer was drained, filled with clean rinse water, and the clothes were rinsed in the same order. Find buckets to save water in for watering plants, especially in the spring and summer if you grow a garden. The cost of water went up in our town so I am constantly looking for new ways to conserve it!!

[@RealRainbowFood]

Love this video! I was just thinking yesterday while mending one of my skirts, about doing my next, "how we afford organic food" video, and how buying used clothing and mending has helped us a lot! I actually have referred to some of my skirts as "frankenstein" skirts, because I keep mending them. I think it would be awesome to have a denim skirt for around the homestead! More durable! But, I haven't found one used yet. I may just have to make one, but I'm not as talented at using a sewing machine as hand-sewing or crochet. We buy our clothing used, mainly through thrift stores, garage/yard sales, or eBay. We too have accepted clothing from family and friends. We will buy farm boots, leather gloves, and socks, new, because those are harder to find used and we wear them out! We also, have "good clothes" for going places, learned that from my mom, growing up on a farm. Need to catch up on watching more of your videos! Have a blessed day!

[@sarahstrahm3072]

Hand me downs, thrift stores, Ross. I do know how to sew, but during this season in my life I haven't sewn in quite some time.

[@carolwengel4640]

My husband & I are low income (social security), so I make everything "do" for as long as I can. I am the "mending queen", I mend, darn, & patch all clothing (including socks & underwear) for as long as I can. I buy food in glass jars when possible so I can recycle the glass jars in my food storage. I save everything (twist ties, etc) -- the more you save, the less you buy. I'm always looking for discounts & bargains. It's a humble lifestyle, but we're living the way Yahweh would want us to. We get most of our food from the local food bank & I bought a couple of books on wild edibles for future foraging. The last things we bought retail were a couple of pairs of jeans for my husband as work clothes (he's a plumber) & some t-shirts & bed sheets from Goodwill. Praise the Lord for His bounty! He does provide! ✝️ Carol from Phoenix AZ

[@berylsly]

This sounds like me. I even knit all the socks with whatever I can get because store bought socks are nylon and are just near impossible to mend. I just can’t throw out what I can mend. If I can make it I don’t buy it. This goes for bakery food ( bread etc by hand”) all food home cooked, it’s not work it’s doing for my loved ones. Living frugally is a peaceful way to end the day and seeing what you have achieved. 🪡🧶🙏🙏🕊🕊💐

[@DD-qw8zc]

Almost all the channels I watch have wish lists, it’s a nice way to let your subscriber friends treat you 😊

[@joyce9523]

I have money but I'm sorry, I've gotta have my second hand clothes, And the ones whom commented that on your page, Should do the right thing and kindly block that's self's🤷 HIPPOCRATES IS WHO THEY ARE🙏And we continue to pray for them, You keep that list up, You both are wonderful parents ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@joyce9523]

Your a lot nicer than me😂 Sorry it just upsets me people can be so cruel, And devilish 👺👹 love you and your babies ❤️

[@HelloNil]

That's none of their buisness. Even I would love to buy the Children something from the Amazon Wish list , but I'm from Europe and further more I have no credit card . Keep going guys 🙋‍♀🙋‍♀☘☘🌹🌹

[@tinglelingaling6]

So many channels have wish lists and patreon. People really need to get used to it and get with the times. No one has to give, they choose to. You are doing just fine Momma.

[@marythurmond5975]

Love your channel❤️

[@kleineroteHex]

I dislike any shopping! But I have found a lot of nice tops at our thrift store in town. Some I think have never been worn. Jeans I have one well-fitting brand - I understand the boys' jeans problem: jeans are not all created equal! So, about every 5 years I will order a bunch for the free shipping and when they are on sale. The old ones usually have one worn and torn knee - they get cut off and hemmed for shorts. Not washing everything after one or even half a day of wear surely helps - I will hang shirts and skirts and jeans on the wash line in the sun between wears, only the sweated and on the skin items get washed more often. When I grew up it was normal to have school clothes, Sunday clothes and play clothes. No one thought twice if you wore the same outfit to school three days in a row. How things have changed!

[@nicolemyers4584]

I love seeing your kids with clothes with dirt on them. We have property with red clay dirt and kids who are homeschooled and outside a lot. Our kids’ clothes are shot by the end of the season and some of their peers are walking around in white jeans or shoes that look unworn. Sometimes I feel guilty, but I know it’s just our life.

[@nobodyuknow6585]

I agree that washing clothing wears it out. From what I read, Levis were intended to be frozen rather than washed to clean them. And jeans are not as good as they once were that is for sure. We, my husband and I, started buying him pants from a store called tractor supply and rural king because they make rugged work clothing and they last longer and are not that much more expensive, but well worth it when they last 3 or even 4 times as long as the jeans do these days. We were buying him jeans every 5 or 6 months, sometimes sooner and now with these new work clothes that we have started purchasing, he has gone almost 2 years in the same ones. So that has been a great difference.

[@tanjabrattinga7401]

I used to sow a lot of clothes for my 3 children. Our boys did not like the zippers so I made trousers with fake zippers and elastic in the waist. For our girl I sometimes made easy sweaters for her and 2 of her friends, so they could say they where triplets. My daughter shops a lot at thriftstores, and then I get to adjust the clothes to her liking ( witch often takes a lot of work.....well what els is there to do in live😉) I also shop at thriftstores and get a lot of stuff from my sister, she gets bored very fast. My husband is a frugal clothesshopper to, he only buys quality items on sale. He has a price in his mind and won't pay more than that, sometimes that means that he has to wait for the next season. And I repair a lot of stuff, even for friends.....coveralls and stuff

[@traceyhames-sharp103]

Thank you xx

[@mistyyoung122]

My children have all lived in hand me downs and love going to second hand stores because of the bargain prices!

[@moniquekessel4413]

I've bought Levi's for my husband at the thirft store

[@lisaeshleman754]

check on poshmark for more of the esprit skirts!

[@alicewhite6051]

I hope you are able to figure out a way to purchase medical insurance.does your state offer any funded insurance, especially for younger children. I am a retired nurse and my experience has Helen the hospital will provide funds for some of the balance. They will generally set up a payment plan. Good luck to your family.

[@Bamagirllp]

How can I find the children’s wish list? And yours? The linked one shows a few tools etc…not much there. Love you channel and may God bless all of you.

[@homesteadliving7973]

You were most likely on the default list. You should be able to get to all the individual lists from that list. All of our names are listed on the left hand side of the default list. Blessings to you.❤

[@chebar.]

Great video!

[@jackiegardner7483]

Came from a big family there was 6 kids hand me downs was fine with me🤗