My Best of 2020 Sewing Awards

[@nancyhilborn885]

I loved your awards show format. It was a refreshing change from other year end sewing recaps I have watched. Keep up the terrific content. Watching the news regarding the snowfall in Spain, I found myself wishing I could see it from your perspective.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! It was fun to do. There has been no snow where we are, but poor Madrid is having a terrible time. They just don’t have the resources to deal with so much of the white stuff.

[@cecilehoare3053]

what I like about your videos is, when it doesn't work the way that suits your figure, you don't hesitate to show us how you fixed it whether it works or not. Love all your makes!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Cecile! I do my best to share authentically. I think it’s only right!

[@whoatemychocolate4222]

Great idea to do an awards show! I really enjoyed watching and especially appreciated seeing the fails, because fails are what stop me from sewing for months on end. However, when I see that others have fails, but bounce back and carry on sewing anyway, I know I should do the same. 😉 What a great year of sewing you had!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Emma! Yes! We all have makes that end up at the back of the closet, or in the donation bag. It’s all part of the process.

[@lindahopkins4389]

Definitely the jacket for ‘best picture’ 😂

[@Lisamakes]

That was definitely the most competitive category. ;):)

[@Sloths.and.Orchids]

Drumroll... Yay!!! ... Congratulations!!!... 😝😂 Lisa you crack me up! What a wonderful and different way of doing a year in review. So many gorgeous things. Watching your video bright a smile to my face 😍🥰❤️

[@Lisamakes]

I’m glad. 😘😘😘

[@beckyunderwood4220]

Thanks for confessing your fails. We all have them and it’s cathartic to admit them, forgive ourselves, and move on! Love your videos!

[@Lisamakes]

For sure! Failing is part of learning. It’s good to embrace it!

[@vickithompson1840]

I love the fact you did this as an award show, something different, although I think it was a fix you won everything 😂😂 there were no losers as far as I’m concerned, all of your garments are gorgeous 🤗🤗

[@Lisamakes]

Bahahaha! Yes! I swept all the categories. 😃

[@ESSENTIALHOOPLA]

The cami dress with the hat! Perfection 👌🏽

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! I bought that hat on a trip to Mexico, and have carried it with me ever since!

[@pollydolly9723]

This was so fun Lisa! And great lessons learned! I would award your denim jacket as Best In Class! It is a winner in my books 🥰🇨🇦

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Polly! Stay cozy! 🇨🇦

[@vickyp9814]

What an interesting format to review your makes. Thoroughly enjoyed it 👍🏻

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Vicky! It was fun to do.

[@myralorraine]

Love this Sewing Awards video! I guessed the least favorite too!!! I knew it was going to be the pants! And I totally agree with you on the hubby’s cargo shorts...very nice and award winning (even with the zipper on the wrong side, LOL!) 😉🤗

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Myra! Beggars can’t be choosers, right? He’ll get used to it. :)

[@myralorraine]

@@Lisamakes Right! LOL!

[@lauraveitch2280]

You have been very busy! I'd love to see a knitting 2020 awards from you too. 😉

[@Lisamakes]

Not sure I have enough to do an awards show, but definitely a year in review!

[@lilolmecj]

I had a hoodie dress cut out for maybe 2 years, just sat down and sewed it. It not together fast and easy enough to make me feel silly for dragging my feet. It is just at the edge of being too short, but I think with tights I will be fine. Cute makes, not everything works out perfect, but you have a great sense of what looks good!

[@Lisamakes]

good for you for finishing that up!

[@whitmakes]

Loved this! So many great makes! I think your audie play suit as a dress in that gorgeous fabric and your Adrienne blouse as a dress were my faves of the year!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Whit! I just started watching your latest video- Sam is seriously the cutest. That yeti sweater? Come on!

[@LaTrebbin]

You had so many lovely makes. The thing I made for myself in 2020 that I love the most has to be the Adrienne top, I can't believe I waited so long to make it.

[@Lisamakes]

It’s such a great pattern!

[@NotesfromtheSewingRoom]

Love the format of this awards show video 🙂💖 all of your makes are beautiful. Thanks for sharing x

[@Lisamakes]

My pleasure!

[@suzanneblack6873]

I live all of your makes and you have photographed them all so well!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Suzanne! Our previous apartment had a lot more light, and more places to take nice photos. I haven’t quite figured out the perfect spot in the new place.

[@Sarah_Naomi]

I loved your sewing rewards! It's such a good idea for reflecting on your year of sewing. I absolutely love the Audrey playsuit hack that you made - that fabric is so gorgeous! It's the perfect match :) I'm excited to see your projects in the new year!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Sarah! Lots coming this year, for sure. ;)

[@ingridmohr9824]

Definitely the Audie playsuit hack! Loved it from the start!

[@Lisamakes]

That was a fun one- can’t wait until it’s warm enough to wear again!

[@marianlanouette4768]

Loved the tie back dress. My husband is just as particular as yours so I'm going to try those shorts.

[@Lisamakes]

it’s a great pattern. I did use a KZbin video for the zipper. ;)

[@janedrolet1771]

Very impressive! You made some beautiful things. That emerald green colour is the bomb on you.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Jane! I’ve never been into green, but I definitely discovered that shade this year. I should have given it the “best newcomer award” 😆

[@bogdem9610]

Loved this version of “what I sewed this year”. I think taking a good look at makes and figuring out what you liked and didn’t like and why goes a long way towards clothes that will actually get worn. Also your last comment about figuring out your style and what you want to make is so true. There seem to be patterns that everyone sews but is it because it’s something they really like and wear or is it because it’s the “trendy” pattern of the moment.

[@Lisamakes]

Too true. That’s how trends go, right? It’s good to step back and decide if they’re really for you.

[@lylianjettar3637]

Excellent way to show up your makes, Lisa. They are all very pretty,.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you, Lylian!

[@stephenfindlaythedancingba8515]

Wow, you actually made jeans...amazing! I love the jacket and the halter dress as well as the Adrienne Blouse dress, both are fabulous. Great work

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Stephen! The jeans were definitely a highlight for me. ;)

[@emma__sews]

I think the jeans for best picture... So many new techniques learned etc

[@Lisamakes]

True enough! Like I said, it was a very close category. :)

[@helencunnell5917]

strange some makes I like because of the fabric, some for the style, but you make most things look fab xx

[@Lisamakes]

Aw, thanks, Helen!

[@Oaktreeatheart]

Beautiful makes and am definitely going to try your lovely Adrienne hack. I made 4 of the shirts already, it is one of my favorite patterns.

[@Lisamakes]

Oh, wow! It is definitely a great pattern- and if you love it that much, you will really enjoy having a dress version.

[@GARodgers]

Oh, I love this! It's such a fun way to look at all of your previous makes. Your makes are just lovely and I'm looking forward to seeing what you sew up this year. 😊

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! It was a fun video to do.

[@lottespeiermann5900]

This was so much fun to watch! 🤩 Your Adrianne dress was actually what inspired me to try this pattern and I absolutely love it - I now have four different versions of this top 🥴😅. Thank you for bringing us such a fun, interesting, and inspiring channel 💕

[@Lisamakes]

Amazing! I’m glad you felt inspired to create so many beautiful garments.

[@stacyhow6552]

Yes to make what is your style rather than wear what you are able to make! I'm doing the same with my sewing. Awesome videos all round!

[@Lisamakes]

Amazing! It’s a good goal once you reach a certain skill level, i think.

[@babeage]

LOVE the Paola jacket Hack! Really looks great!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you so much!

[@GingerheadCo]

I love the idea of this video 😍 an award show for the makes is brilliant (I haven’t finished watching yet but had to comment 😉)

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Alex! I’d love to see you do one of your own!

[@belinda58sews29]

So fun! I agree, the Audi dress hack is a knock oit. I also have that fabric, and although the Audi hack would not suit me, I am determined to use the fabric to make a knockout garment of my own.

[@Lisamakes]

Go for it! It’s lovely to wear.

[@EileenR11]

I also really like the jacket best. Some lovely makes overall. Looking forward to seeing what you do in 2021.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Eileen! Looks like the jacket was robbed, based on all the comments. 😝

[@brendaforret9931]

Wow, a great line up of makes!! Well done!! It is hard to choose but I do believe my favourite is your Cali shirt. Can't wait to see what 2021 brings.

[@Lisamakes]

Me too!! :)

[@ApricotInnovation]

This was a joy to watch! Also, because of your cargo shorts last year, I've committed to making my husband a pair as well! Thank you for all the videos and your time.

[@Lisamakes]

That’s great! It’s a great project, and so satisfying.

[@LG-dj9qr]

What a prolific year you had Lisa! You most definitely took a year of lemons and made lemonade! I really love your rust linen safari dress? Not sure what it is actually called but it was my fave I think. Congrats. Here's to a great 2021.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! Yes! I Loved that one, too, although I do need to fix the pockets- one is way lower that the other.

[@gracekarina7186]

I love your fun presentation! All your makes are just awesome! Love that you are so passionate about this beautiful craft that we all share in. Thank you!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Grace! Sewing is my happy place, no doubt. :):)

[@skoop0808]

I enjoyed the format. All of your makes are fantastic; I thought your thrift remakes were so well done! I loved the cami dress remake. Thanks for being so inventive on the format for your video, it was a nice change. I was pleased to see the Morgan Jeans - that is my next make, cutting them out tomorrow. I made some jeans shorts about 15 years ago, but I stopped sewing for years, so I feel like I don’t know what I’m doing LOL

[@Lisamakes]

That’s okay- it’s like riding a bike. ;)

[@lulualex9547]

Loved the awards show! I am wondering if you can do a video on how to squeeze a pattern onto less fabric- as you are so great at it! Also I had a couple of ideas for 2 of your fails- can you turn the loser pants into a skirt? and the shorts that became a skirt that is too short- can you add a band to the bottom (I would fold over a piece of fabric and serge it on if I were doing it myself) - sort of like a banded hem, but not cinched in at all. I know sometimes it's good to just let the fails go, but sometimes I like the challenge of saving them! lol

[@Lisamakes]

Those are great ideas! I’ll try to do a video on that. The pants, I think, are a loss, because I just don’t think the fabric is my style. The shorts I turned into a skirt, I like! They were just a failure as shorts. Other people may think it’s too short, but I’m happy to let my legs get a little sun. ;)

[@denisedorsey2889]

Fun format, Lisa. 😊 You should have included your knitted makes in a category.

[@Lisamakes]

I thought of it! I think I’ll do a separate one on knitting soon.

[@EndlesslyHopeful]

This was such a fun and sweet way to approach this! Cuddos!👏

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks! I’m glad you enjoyed it.

[@clareyoung4164]

I absolutely loved this vlog 🥰. I have to say though I think your Bondi dress should have been in there somewhere 😊

[@Lisamakes]

I love the Bondi, too! I made it a few years ago, though. ;) There’ll definitely be another in 2021.

[@nanastevens4094]

I was voting as we went and picked the same as you! Cute video, great fun.

[@Lisamakes]

That’s so great that you were voting along with me! :):)

[@lisa101lisa4]

Your Audi play suit dress is to die for ❤️👌

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! I can’t wait until it’s warm enough to wear it again!

[@gabistephens]

Love the jeans! The kalle shirt is a win! Love all the makes

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks so much!

[@rebecca-72]

Audie playsuit huge thumbs up - super cute! Am wondering if I can still get away with something like that. I have only been watching you for a few months and am currently somewhat more of a knitter than sewist. I loved, loved, loved both your Mazae and your Brightfeather sweaters!!

[@Lisamakes]

Hey, if you like it- wear it! If you go the pattern page, you can see it on different people.

[@salliecook4202]

You are so cute and look great in everything you make. The awards show was a super format!!!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@katrinalevin4064]

I love the Paola hack and the playsuit with the ruffle on the shoulder. I am learning to make socks right now (knitting) go 2021!

[@Lisamakes]

Knitting socks are the best!

[@christineshemranifar3218]

Love your posts Lisa. I find them so refreshing and inspirational.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Christine! 😘

[@isabellaitkenhead9254]

Really enjoy your vlogs Lisa, onwards and upwards. 👍

[@Lisamakes]

Let’s go!!

[@jamesfamilyfarm4644]

love all your makes and seeing your style evolve!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, love! You are one of my fashion icons. ❤️

[@maureenrobertson350]

What a great review/awards show❣️ I remember watching all of the process of making them and it was such fun to revisit them again. Cheers to a new year of more makes.

[@Lisamakes]

It was fun for me to look at them all again, too!

[@janelangdale6022]

Thank you for a great video. Love your enthusiasm and energy. Like that you show failures and mistakes as well as brilliant results.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Jane- there are always highs and lows, aren’t there?

[@onelisashow]

Very cool how you approached your year in review. I’m glad I found your channel !

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you- and welcome!

[@cindywoods2487]

Thoroughly enjoyed the video! Quite inspiring. Saw a dress I loved in your fashion show at the end, a gold colored, v-neck button down, waisted dress, with 3/4 sleeves. If it rings a bell would you mind sharing the pattern info? Just what I've been looking for.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Cindy! That’s the Darling Ranges dress by Megan Nielsen. I did adjust the sleeves a bit- if you go back a bit in my channel you will see it on the thumbnail of the episode where I talk about it.

[@Joanna-sewingreloaded]

I love your approach to the home sewing craft! Thanks for sharing!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Joanna! ❤️

[@dale4032]

Looking forward to 2021 sewing and knitting..

[@Lisamakes]

Me toooooo!

[@Evohoy]

So many lovely makes. Well done Lisa

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Evelyn!

[@elizabethogilvie650]

Just stumbled onto your channel. Nice. 👍🏾

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! Welcome!

[@amdelorey]

Great video. I must say the jacket would be my fave. I was also inspired by your Morgan jeans and have had a second look at that pattern. I am in the midst of making my second pair of Dawn jeans in a really beautiful crosshatch denim from Blackbird. Can't wait until they are done. Maybe I will also tackle the Morgan's this year too.

[@Lisamakes]

Ohh, lovely! I miss Blackbird fabrics so much! I bet your Dawns will be awesome. That was my second choice when I was thinking about a jeans pattern to make.

[@SewNotes]

Such a fun video! I loved seeing the winners from each category!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! It was fun to put together. :)

[@arlenepiggot3982]

Great makes even the ones that you don't like .When I try and thrift something it does not always work out .🙃🤔👍

[@Lisamakes]

It doesn’t always work out for me, either. ;) Just keep at it!

[@louannahendricks1598]

Loved the jacket also!

[@Lisamakes]

😘😘😘

[@LostMyThread]

Such a fun video idea! I love your creativity!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@jobaker6091]

Loved this video - such a great idea! Thank you xx

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Jo!

[@JD644442]

Beautiful makes! Enjoyed the rewards ceremony!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Judith!

[@ramonafirehorse]

Love your drum rolls! I don’t fave a fave but was quite pleased that I guess quite a few of the winners. Happy New Year!

[@Lisamakes]

Happy New Year, my friend! Hope all is well with you in TO!

[@emilyl3938]

I really loved this video! It was a creative way to do an overview and it's so nice to hear what you think after the garments have been in your closet for a bit!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks! It’s definitely interesting to see how the garments have fared.

[@julieannemooreedwards9909]

Lisa, this was so much fun!

[@Lisamakes]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@tammymasson2343]

What a fun video format! Great way to review the year!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@libbymcculla1619]

great video- love the fabric squeeze category

[@Lisamakes]

I felt it deserved an honourable mention. ;)

[@audreyh3809]

Really impressed with all your makes 👍❤️

[@Lisamakes]

😘😘😘

[@lana7422]

Fun!!! Thanks!!! Keep moving forward with your sewing.

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Lana! Will do!

[@karenmayo5284]

I loved the striped Adrian top even though you didn’t care for it because of something with the neck.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@barbarabeckman6722]

What a great video, I love your enthusaium and creativity.

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@deonuacid]

Everything you made was awesome as usual, happy new sewing year 2021!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! Happy New Year!

[@bangbangmikmik]

Congrats :) very nice makes! Could you consider makinig video about sewing jersey fabrics / knits on sewing machine (no overlock)?

[@Lisamakes]

Sure! Let me think on it.

[@bangbangmikmik]

@@Lisamakes Thank you! Tour videos are huge inspiration for me! Recently I made magic pouch- I love it!:)

[@Lisamakes]

@@bangbangmikmik that’s great!

[@Jillybean620]

All beautiful makes!!!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Jill!

[@Bloomsewing_studio]

Super cute makes!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@stephanies870]

Yes i know what you mean. I have to stick to skills I have right now. I just setup a projector to project A0 files onto fabric instead of tissue and A4. It's worked out well on my first try of the little lizard king galena top (free).

[@Lisamakes]

How cool!! I would say learning how to accurately project and trace patterns with a projector very much counts as a new skill. 😘

[@heatherjsews]

Great job on the jeans!!! I have a pair of Morgan's cut out and Baxter together that need some crotch fitting adjustments. I've n made several pairs of gingers so I guess I assumed the Morgan's would need similar adjustments...

[@Lisamakes]

I basted the Ginger’s and needed crotch adjustments. They’re still half finished back home in Toronto. :)

[@heatherjsews]

@@Lisamakes those crotch adjustments! There are just so many different things it could be, it's hard to figure out what adjustment to start with! I feel like a need a whole weekend to myself to work it out!

[@Lisamakes]

@@heatherjsews maybe have a look on Craftsy for a class?

[@denisedorsey2889]

@@heatherjsews Heather, I haven’t made any pants yet, but did want to share a resource with you. Karina from Lifting Pins and Needles did an entire series of sewing basic pants. She addresses the fitting and, if I remember correctly, even goes through the order in which you make the adjustments and how to determine which adjustments are needed. She includes samples (she models them) of the incorrect fit so you really can see what she is talking about. Go to her You Tube channel and check it out. She’s a thorough teacher, explains step by step. Hope this helps and good luck on your jeans!

[@threadtherapy251]

What a great idea! Loved it!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@flosimonsen8162]

Love all your makes!

[@Lisamakes]

😘😘😘

[@rholt8800]

Love the format!!! Great makes!

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks!

[@amaliaheretis1]

Great makes! Which pattern is the white front button skirt you show at the final video?

[@Lisamakes]

It’s the SOI Erin Skirt.

[@soapLady52]

Thank you for the awards show! Loved it!

[@Lisamakes]

My pleasure! It was fun to do.

[@heatherr9201]

Great overview... thanks for sharing

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@cindyphillips2509]

I love your style!

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you! 😘😘😘

[@annaqmano]

the jean jacket is mt fav

[@Lisamakes]

Yes, that was a close second for me!❤️

[@dianneross2801]

Always inspiring 😍

[@nadinedetain6765]

Hello, thank you for this, very interesting. As you live Bear Barcelona, could you please tale us to a tour of thé fabric shops there and life around there ? Because of lockdown, we cannot Travel...

[@Lisamakes]

For sure! I’ve actually already done two videos on fabric shopping in Barcelona: kzbin.info/www/bejne/faGmeneenriBhbM kzbin.info/www/bejne/rpScf3d-ZpuHeqM And I did a little neighbourhood tour in this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5bcopiNg7xpnck

[@jodieroundtree488]

Good, honest reviews

[@Lisamakes]

Thank you!

[@carolhughes312]

Great video

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Carol!

[@Whateverkatiesews]

Fab video!!! Love them all :)

[@Lisamakes]

Thanks, Katie!

[@MariaSantos-dz9lh]

Great blog.

[@Lisamakes]

😘😘

[@lisemac6763]

The Burda pants may work as shorts?

[@Lisamakes]

No, I’m afraid not. The fabric just isn’t right.

[@brendalindsay5419]

Fun video

[@abe5849]

❤️ Adrienne dress

[@Lisamakes]

Love that one, too!

[@lorik5675]

Can I order Minerva in the United States?

[@Lisamakes]

Yes! It’s £6 flat rate, I think.