I Found My New Favorite Skirt!! || Arts and Textiles in Beautiful Bhutan

[@TaTsheyang]

hi Katie, thank you so much for visiting Bhutan. Just wanted to say two things; the fabric you showed is actually a kira, we just have to use a kara(belt) to wear it. And the part where you were wearing the kira is kinda wrong, you just have to wear it the other way, so like the folded parts should be on the right side(when you start wearing it, it should start from the left then you have to wrap it counterclock wise) Hope this helps😁 💖

[@KatieMakesStuff]

OMG this is SO helpful! I feel bad that I got it mixed up, but I really appreciate you sharing. And Bhutan is probably the best place I've ever visited!

[@TaTsheyang]

@@KatieMakesStuff no worries😁😁I'm really glad to hear that you found the information helpful! No need to feel bad about mixing things up; it happens to everyone.

[@theculteredvulture13]

Adjustable skirt? Yes, please! It looks and sounds like you had an amazing adventure. Thanks for sharing. 😊

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Thank you so much!

[@jayneestewart3124]

I would love to learn how to make an Akira

[@KatieMakesStuff]

And I would be happy to make one!!

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

Please give us a video with instructions! We’d love it. ❤

[@Hulaloopops3i9s]

Kira*

[@nimagyaltshen6583]

Thank you for visiting my country and saying positive things about Bhutan.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

It was wonderful!! I'd love to return and learn more about the traditional arts and crafts. I left so inspired! ❤️

[@thehideout1]

Super video! How very intriguing! ❤❤

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Thank you! 😃

[@janewhite3728]

Yes please!

[@moxielouise]

I think travel is a creative act. Tell us everything, I'm here for it

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I agree! Travel opens so many avenues for creative thoughts and inspiration. When it happens again, I'll make sure to bring everyone along!

[@kathrynblack9152]

I know someone who has been to Bhutan (her husband is a doctor and the whole family went). Absolutely fascinated by the fabrics and traditional dress. Definitely want to see how to make that skirt!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

It's such a beautiful country and is now my #1 recommendation for people looking for more adventure travel ideas. I'm excited to work through making a Kira skirt for everyone (and myself)!!

[@indiabilly]

The trip looked amazing, and the crafts you showed are fascinating I know you are a making channel but you are mostly a Katie channel and I am happy watching anything you do, so please feel free to show us anything you like xx

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Thank you so much! You're always so kind and supportive, and I'm excited to bring even more fun ideas your way. Thank you, friend!

[@Leslie-wb8cb]

Heck yeah, I wanna see you make one! Very cool! I liked this video.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Thank you!! I'd be happy to make a 'Making a Kira Skirt' video! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@icesk8er]

First time viewer here. Lovely video. So interesting. I’ll put Bhutan on my travel list.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

It's so incredible! The culture, the architecture, the nature...everything was just so amazing. I hope you're able to make it someday!

[@ShirleyPauls]

I’d like to make one too!!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Then I'll get to work on the video!!

[@sharontrujillo]

🎉 Katie Makes Stuff....I'm of Spanish - Navajo - Apache - Aztec Descent....when i FIRST started making my jewelry...i made a PROMISE to myself...Stay TRUE to my Heritage, NEVER make more than 2 of the same kind...Remain LOYAL to all things ETHNIC...i stay so TRUE to Seed Beads...HISTORY Miss Katie is EXTREMELY important as an Artist. I Salute You girlie! 💝

[@KatieMakesStuff]

With that ancestry, I bet you make incredibly beautiful jewelry! Some day I would love to learn more about indigenous seed bead arts. And I love your take on it: stay true to yourself and your craft.

[@sharontrujillo]

@KatieMakesStuff Give me a "color" . ..I'll make you something....

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Wait, what? That's so incredibly kind of you to offer. I love just about anything in the blue and green families, but please don't feel obligated. I'm sure you're busy with other projects and life things!

[@sharontrujillo]

@@KatieMakesStuff GTFOH...I LoVE a Challenge!!!! Those colors are great....IT'S ON!!!! 💝

[@sdhauser7482]

Please do make the skirt. I would love to learn how it’s constructed. So glad you had an amazing trip!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

That video is uploaded and waiting for you to check it out. Spoiler alert: these are now my new favorite skirts!

[@janetparker2722]

Yes please. Would love to make one ❤

[@robertageo7338]

Gorgeous place. Thank you for sharing ❤

[@mjlcreativestitchworkshop7292]

Yes please please!!!!

[@TheMediterraneanStar]

What a lovely trip! 😀 I love hearing your opinions and analysis of other people's textile techniques. I was recently in Japan, and even there, my crafter's mind worked hard with a thousand different ideas and projects, stimulated by the incredible things I saw. Traveling is a great way to expand your mind, it develops humility, the ability to adapt and above all it is a source of inspiration! ❤

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I'm jealous!! Japan is on my top 5 places I want to visit! This was the first trip where we intentionally focused on the arts and textiles and I'm thinking I need to plan more trips with that in mind!

[@moxielouise]

Yep, I'm here for it all. I would love to take some of the craft based tour trips. You go to the places, meet the artists and their workspace

[@TheMediterraneanStar]

@@moxielouise that's a great idea, to combine the main theme of the channel and travel 😊

[@TheMediterraneanStar]

@@KatieMakesStuff Japan is fantastic! I highly recommend it! People are kind and polite, and all the places I visited - be it huge cities or tiny villages - have an unique charm. It was so good, I'm already planning to return next year

[@coalsparks]

So interesting!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I think so too!

[@shellyharrison4714]

I would love to learn to make this skirt!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

And I would love to show you!! Coming soon!

[@Marianne_C_O_Art]

Yes I'd love to see how to make one!

[@kirabickford537]

Hi From South Africa. My name is Kira. I was named this as my mom was reading a russian spy book while she was carrying me. Kira waa one of the characters. So interesting to find my name in another context. Perhaps apt as I have sewn most of my life. Thanks for such a lovely video.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Then I can't wait to do a video about making a Kira skirt so maybe you can make one. It'll be Kira in a Kira!

[@jmchau]

Thanks for sharing. I would love to know about the construction and wrapping of a kira.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

It seems like a number of folks would like that! I'll get to work on it and have it out ASAP!

[@carolinestagg6807]

Yes please show how to make a Kira skirt. And thank you for sharing your trip to Bhutan !!

[@debgarner5289]

Thank you Katie for sharing your trip, it looks like an amazing place to visit. I’m not a seamstress but would love to see you make a Kira, they look very comfortable and stylish. Great pictures and videos❤❤❤❤

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I'm thinking I can get the video out this weekend. Keep your peepers open!!

[@kalka1l]

Not me forgetting to check KoFi 😖 Your trip looks amazing and I appreciate highlighting the craftspeople you encountered.

[@samcollage7682]

I love the photo of the dog on the mountain.

[@Marj24able]

I would most definitely love to learn how the Akira skirt is made please.

[@PamelaBalster]

Yes please I love skirts

[@KatieMakesStuff]

The video is up on my channel now! I hope you enjoy it!

[@Chandra-x2i5o]

Yes, would love to know about making a kira skirt.

[@KatieMakesStuff]

The video is up and ready for your eyeballs! I hope you get to see it!

[@bERU321]

Amazing video ❤

[@h.b.4058]

Hello. I will be headed to Bhutan next month. Can you please share specifically where the arts and crafts school is? Thank you.

[@marthagiza4884]

Yes please, I want to make a skirt like that. Loved your video!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I'm working on it now! Thank you!

[@pamelavandy290]

Love to,now how to make Akira. Thank you

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Working on it now! Hopefully it'll be ready this weekend!

[@pamelavandy290]

@@KatieMakesStuff 👍

[@evatate8213]

Yes please

[@juliebarrett943]

I would love to make an Akita skirt!

[@cherdrol]

This is weirdly right up my alley. Thank you. Would love to see how to make a kira and also a gho if possible!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

The Kira skirt video is up! I'm not sure how a gho is put together, but I think I nailed the Kira. Go see what you think and let me know!

[@Coryellstar]

I want to know how to make a kira skirt! Please let us know how. Thanks!

[@mandylavida]

Skirt - YES PLEASE!

[@iwantmy_sk844]

Thank you! This was informative and interesting. ...and THEN you showed us around (at the end) a little, and WOW!!! THAT was beautiful, enticing,... and diverse. I am an animal lover! I want to combine some travel with my interest in many species! . . .my gosh, the beautiful (+ varied) MONKEYS! I love (LOVE) dogs, and it looks as if they are respected enough here, to wander free? 'Love the end with the shot of that great dog up-high! ('wonder what she's thinking!) I hope it was as peaceful as it looks, and that you had some time (other than your climb) that wasn't packed, and so you could take (it) in! ✌❤ & 🪡!

[@KatieMakesStuff]

Bhutan was perhaps the most serene country I've ever visited. It's one of the first to have 100% of their dogs and cats spayed/neutered so those that roam free don't contribute to an overpopulation problem. And I think the Buddhist respect for all living creatures allows them to roam without fear of getting run over or abused. If you love nature and wildlife and learning about different cultures, I can't recommend Bhutan enough!

[@iwantmy_sk844]

@@KatieMakesStuff Terrific to hear! That's very encouraging!

[@tamaracherkashina525]

I haven't understood the construction principle of the skirt, sorry Is there anyone who can explain? Thank you!

[@evapainter8692]

Can you show the closure in more detail?

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I'm going to make a video on how to make the skirt, so it'll show the closure up close and personal.

[@dianedoherty3655]

I Too went to Bhutan in 2001( shortly after 911) in November. It was a lovely experience to say the least. I wanted to see a real Buddhist country. I found out that they are as elitist as any other, and refused entry to temples because I am a woman. I now use my Kira skirt as a table cloth.

[@richardlau2447]

Very interesting comment. I say respectfully.

[@tobielurie4582]

What company did you go to Bhutan with?

[@KatieMakesStuff]

I went with Go Ahead tours, which is a branch of EF Tours. I've traveled with EF in the past and while they're not the cheapest, I've never had a bad experience so I felt good trying Go Ahead. It was a really well put together tour!

[@GodzHarleyGirlStudio]

There’s nothing on your website about this. 😢