Help me sort out my sewing area - chatty vlog!

I've just moved and need to sort out my sewing stash/sewing area. In this video I am taking you with me as I sort through boxes, answer questions and show you my new sewing area.
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[@Penguinandpear]

Hello! Today we are sorting out my new sewing area, answering your questions and having chats about the move! I hope you enjoy! Consider purchasing me a kofi (tip) www.ko-fi.com/penguinandpear 💖

[@sewjostudio]

When I retired as an IT manager, I downsized from a 2500 square foot house down to a two bedroom apartment. Luckily there is a huge lounge(living room) where I have 4 sergers, 1 coverstitch, 2 embroidery and 4 Bernina sewing machines set up for my non-profit sewing studio. I only do one-on-one or mother/daughter/son classes. I am hoping to go into business with my grand daughter and do sewing birthday parties/gatherings using 2 Singer 99Ks, 2 Featherweights, and 2 Singer 301A's. I think the kids will like the vintage machines and they are easy to put on finger guards. We will just make fleece hats or earbud cases for the group classes. You have really inspired me in both sewing and getting healthy. I am down from 200lbs to 140lbs.

[@Penguinandpear]

That’s fantastic news!!

[@debbieevans7276]

Yes Claire!! Whatever you think you want to do you go for it and share it. I do multiple craft things, truth - most of us do, I love seeing what others are getting up to!!

[@lindamahmood9829]

Claire you look amazing you have really worked hard on your weight loss and it really shows you must be so proud of yourself congratulations so pleased you will now be able to sew up your Tilly and the buttons patterns now I recently watched the sewing bee series she was on in fact I am going to go back and watch the series from the start stay well safe and happy looking forward to your sewing and decorating vlogs

[@mayetchells8884]

Wonderful news about your move, 3 days to recover is pretty good for your body, I think. Wow.

[@Penguinandpear]

Usually my recovery is one day, two days if very bad so three days is really bad.

[@carolcuming2152]

Congratulations on the big move. You are looking really terrific and healthy . So good to see you happy. Decluttering is so carthartic, especially sewing stuff. Keep up the good work.

[@AussieTracy]

Happy for you to share soaps and knitting/crotchet. Sewing is a craft just like many other things and as a sewist most of us will enjoy other crafty videos thrown in. 💕 A lot of dresses etc still look great once you lose more weight. But I guess you are coming into Winter there now so you cold make dresses and cardigans that you can wear with tights and boots.

[@kerfuffle9312]

Soo happy for your new start Claire☺️. You appear at peace and in a good frame of mind. Promise us that you continue to pace yourself, one day at a time. 🥰

[@bonnieyoung3370]

Yes …..to crochet or knitting, soap or crafts. Also dead right…..I am nosy and love seeing other people’s supplies😊❤️

[@jenniferlindsay6227]

I would L😍VE to see you do some other crafts. (I’m a bit of a ‘Jack-of-all-trades’) You’ve inspired me to sort out my sewing space now. See you next time. Jenni

[@michturner179]

I’m so pleased that you feel sooooo happy Clare….im so looking forward to seeing you back into sewing mode….❤😊

[@Lorraine-yy8ey]

Oh, sweet Claire! Excellent video! Loved it. Am so glad that the move to your new home went drama-free with the exception of Fred missing in action. Happy ending all the way around. Fred is safe, your home has positive vibes, your bedroom is huge, the natural light is beautiful, and you are happy. Your well-being is the most important thing. I understand completely why you don't want to show the entire world the layout of your home. I will definitely watch whatever you feel like filming . . . decorating, organizing, cleaning, a walk around the neighborhood, carnivore -- it doesn't matter. Sure is good seeing you so happy. Btw, you're still shrinking. Bye for now, love.

[@Penguinandpear]

Thank you so much Lorraine xx

[@catherineb6565]

I really enjoyed the visit Claire! While you unpacked I worked on fitting a men's shirt for myself. BTW I think you put the missing cashmerette pattern into that hard cover book? 😉

[@evelynwatt8029]

So pleased you are getting settled into your new place and can make it your own Your sewing space will be lovely and looking forward to you sewing again I must say you are looking amazing and you can certainly see the difference in your weight loss You must be so proud of yourself and will be nice to sew the items you want in your new size Well Done 👏👏👏❤️

[@terrilee6849]

I would love to see anything from soap making to knitting (I don't know how to knit; desperate to learn though) and crochet. Sewing, to me, is just one way we use our creative processes, so I'm always open to new ideas.

[@vickijenkins1438]

Sewing videos, non sewing , knitting and crocheting. I’m in. You are looking so great. ❤

[@frannygrace2191]

So good to see you in your new place with a lovely sewing area. I've just converted my bedroom into a sewing room but I may have to move shortly so now I'm in limbo like you were!

[@ruthirwin8222]

You are looking really well hope u get it sorted ive just moved into a bungalow and i made 2nd bedroom into sewing room its bigger than the one i had in last house, its unpacked but prob needs sorted a bit more

[@Penguinandpear]

Thanks! Good luck on settling in x

[@lindasmith818]

Use that magazine cover fabric to recover your ironing boards

[@Penguinandpear]

That’s a fun idea but a bit too crazy for camera lol. I’ll be doing close up filming on the ironing board so needs to be a light plain colour to let the sewing shine

[@annewhitney8809]

Great new place. New start. New you.

[@Penguinandpear]

Thanks Anne x

[@nevaolaughlin8630]

Your place looks really nice! It is too bad folks can't watch you all in one place, but it is how it goes, I guess. I will still watch whatever you want to post on any channel as I have learned so much just by doing that. I guess I have never thought about safety like you mentioned about not showing your space. Is that because of where you live now (on the mainland?) Being from a suburb of Chicago I really am not that familiar with where you are located. I didn't realize you were on the Isle of Man until you mentioned it. I assume it is small? Regardless, you do what you need to do in order to stay safe. Have a great day!

[@Lynnys1]

Hi Clare, congratulations on your new place and for finding peace. You look beautiful and better than you have in years. The stress seems to have melted away. So glad that you are happy in your new life!

[@Penguinandpear]

Thank you ❤️

[@vivianjones9130]

Claire, I'm so happy for you and congratulations on your new place. You have a great place for sewing with a lot of natural light. You look so relaxed, happy and beautiful. Just whatever you want to post I will watch for I enjoy your videos. An idea for some of your oversized clothes can be cut up and make shirts, shortes or a skirt. Hope you have an awesome day.

[@karinbaird2499]

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[@taniaaustin6433]

I don't know if it would be possible or whether you'd want to. I was thinking of your kallex shelves that you sold but you could use something like them to separate your sewing area from your sleeping area. Thought It might make it relaxing when you go Ito bed. Wishing you a great new beginning in your new home. You deserve it.❤❤

[@tinarytting3799]

I’m sooo happy for you! You seem so much happier and healthier. I’ll happily watch whatever you post. You do you Claire! We’re just along for the ride 🤗

[@Sew_Retired]

Beautiful space ❤❤

[@Josie485]

I'm so happy for you Claire! Well done for everything you've achieved 😁😁❤️❤️xxx

[@lizann3058]

Claire, you are looking so well! I would welcome anything you're willing to share...the Christmas gift ideas sound wonderful. In regards sewing projects, maybe some loose fitting tops and wrap skirt sew-alongs would be of interest and acceptable for changing body sizes. As for jeans/pants etc while still losing weight, op shops could be your friends. Op shops (used clothing stores here in Australia). I loved your video...as usual, and look forward to more x

[@victoriahannah1633]

Looks like you really have a nice place. I love size of the bedroom. I wouldn’t bother with pattern drafting. There are so many places that sale slopers made to your personal measurements. Just be sure to add ease when you order. Seam allowance is optional. Just give yourself a little extra seam allowance so you can adjust sizes as needed. I don’t do a lot of hand sewing but there are times I do. I got this thing from clover I think it’s called a threaded needle case. You thread your sewing needle stick in a slot wrap the thread on this thing on the bottom. You then wind it and it winds thread up inside of it. You can put into 10 threaded needles. Great for keeping them organized and great for travel. A lady by name of Laura talked about it on KZbin. My other favorite gadget is my hem guide which holds my fabric in place, works as a seam guide, and also allows me where I want to hem something on back and then flip it over and can hem on front where it stitches better. Jenifer Sterns does cool tools usually on Mondays. Also what can I say you really look quite nice with the weight loss. We can’t wait to see your new makes.

[@Rubyisgrowing]

I’m so pleased for you and your fabulous fresh start Claire. And what a great sewing and filming set up! X

[@lesleyayres2267]

So glad you are happy in your new flat. You look fabulous. If you start with sewing a wrap dress that will be able to fit you as you loose more weight. 😀

[@patriciahannah5320]

I really like the size of your bedroom and that ceiling adds so much character! Congratulations on your new home.

[@lizann3058]

The lovely bright fabric would make a few great cushion covers.

[@robynlaszlo6128]

I noticed you held up a mcalls wrap dress Jen in jens sewing room has just made it didn't workout at all check out her video 😊

[@valerielehl9245]

Go ahead and make the soaps and show how to use scrap fabric and trims to wrap presents!

[@robynlaszlo6128]

What a great space congrats onthe move can't wait for future videos take care 😊😊

[@chrisdollery5166]

Lovely to catch up with you Claire, You look amazing, I would be interested in any crafts you choose, You seem so much happier, I found your video on Autism very helpful, I've done some decluttering of my sewing, but I need to be ruthless, you are like a breath of fresh air, look after yourself looking forward to seeing more, what is Kofi?

[@Penguinandpear]

Thank you that’s so sweet. Kofi is a way of showing appreciation through a monetary “tip”. It’s like buying me a coffee (kofi) to say thanks for the video. It boosts my income and helps me to continue making videos. If you click the link in my description you’ll see what I mean x

[@daxxydog5777]

You need a pegboard on your wall, and you could use the magazine fabric to make hanging pocket file for extra storage as well. 😊

[@Penguinandpear]

Nooo I don’t want a pegboard. I can’t cope with seeing everything on display. I’m going for the minimal look. This is also my bedroom and the place I relax in.

[@nancyparker4038]

Yes to the non sewing videos.

[@Askthedog12]

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[@lynnfrench4969]

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