Sewing a REVERSIBLE Bodice (while answering some questions!)

[@k.a.3519]

Hi Rachel! I just wanted to say that though you often express that you're worried that your videos won't be interesting or engaging enough, if you posted a tutorial on how to fold a tablecloth, we'd probably still watch. Your videos are peaceful and so much fun to sew along to, no matter what you're making. Do what you feel like, and we'll be grateful for it!

[@flamingkitten1]

Preach

[@lorrainemunoa791]

Exactly!

[@nikitruitt9512]

So true! ❤

[@jonsparks5455]

Yes. Love Rachel!!!!!

[@CyberSerene]

Same! Sewing buddy vibes!

[@jkom601]

My Friday evening treat Rachel! I’ll be 73 this summer and find your videos quite delightful. If I could give one piece of 70 year old advice is to be kind to your lovely self❣️❣️❣️💐👏🏻👏🏻

[@AugustBostick]

Happy early birthday!

[@lenaevess]

Happy early birthday!! 💐💐💐

[@cassieb2813]

You must be protected at all costs!!! Happy early birthday, Mary Anne!! 💕💕🥰

[@SillyCelly411]

Happy early birthday! 🥳

[@tuel7664]

Happy early birthday! I'll be 20 in April! Isn't it amazing how Rachel can make content that Is entertaining for a variety of generations!

[@karaneely4881]

Not sure if anyone has suggested it, but Maker's Hill would be a cute name. You're using part of "Maksy" but it is not overly exclusive because it is also referencing your creative side without limiting it to sewing or film-making, or any other specific form of "making." And you get the "Hill" part, which is a bonus.

[@creepydoll2872]

Perfect

[@wriggleby]

Aww

[@yunglynda1326]

Make-sy Mansion!!!

[@patriciajrs46]

I like that answer.

[@elipartin5764]

i’ve been watching rachel for years. she inspired me to start getting into sewing and tap into my more maker side. I got hired as an apprentice seamstress this past week so I really owe my love for sewing to rachel. just thought she should know how just being herself and making fun lil things can inspire someone (also if ur reading this hi rachel!)

[@theodoesthings]

omg that's so cool congrats!! I've been recently considering tapping more into my practical creative side (starting to think academia is not really my thing) and this is honestly so inspirational :)))

[@andrearodriguez8003]

She has inspired me to start sewing as well!!

[@acmaeve8269]

This is brilliant! I hope she sees this! ^ .^

[@nefertitimontoya]

Omg congrats!

[@alexandraaaron9705]

✨ WOOOHHOOO ✨

[@mikakestudios5891]

As someone who has done "several" historical projects; I forgot that BONED is a funny word. Thank you for that cheap laugh 😃

[@rusted_ursa]

I was working in a fabric store, a couple weeks before it was about to be shut down and all our shelving was being removed piecemeal. A woman walks in, walks up to me, looks me in the eye, and just says one word: "Boning." And without missing a beat, I point and say, "Right there, on the floor."

[@fitbmx7744]

Just remember this if you are ever giving a talk at a school. LOL

[@dismynameyo1674]

@@rusted_ursa omg this whole exchange 😂😂😂👌

[@shelbywright3712]

Same!!! I don't make, but have watched so many boned projects and so didn't catch it right away. 😅

[@pirategrldez]

Ugh. The first time I was teaching my partner about historic sewing projects he giggled when I was talking about boned garments and I was confused for many seconds

[@aliceg5327]

Rachel: *is self conscious about producing content similar to something she's made before (on a platform where there are channels that are exclusively filled with eye makeup variations)* Us: THIS IS YOUR BRAND! THIS IS WHY WE ARE HERE! MAKE IT RAAAAAAIN!

[@julianagrantzmusic]

I'm not sure if you'll see this, but I just wanted to say thank you SO much for your channel!! Sometimes I feel alone with my whole vintage/history/sewing obsession and everything, but this community has you to hype us up and share tips and just be super fun and amazing. So thank youuu. :)

[@recitationtohear]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJy3m2WQhL-VrdU Finally yes :]

[@themurrrr]

Lots of people never find anything that they really feel passionate about. Enjoy your obsession! Greets from another big vintage fan in Curaçao 👋🏽🇨🇼♥️

[@pineappledorothychannel8494]

I understand completely how you feel. It's thanks to Rachel that we feel like we have a vintage friend! ❤️

[@helenm1085]

If you're looking for some other historical sewing youtubers I can highly recommend Morgan Donner and Lizscapism!! I love Morgan Donner's video about Goth secret pants... Split skirt? (Edit: it's called "Victorian goes punk")

[@ramblinentertainment1922]

Totally feel this! Glad to have this community

[@miriamjohnson3962]

You should do the same wall mural but make it Autumn!! That way it is the same so you are comfortable, but also different!

[@alisonbrandon9059]

That would be beautiful!!!!

[@paleporcelainkat]

That would be amazing!

[@sewthernbelle]

One for every season in different rooms of the house!

[@m.maclellan7147]

@@sewthernbelle add a little Frodo & Binx, too !

[@evah7837]

Yes! That is an awesome idea!

[@SaaryLilla]

I am really okay with Rachel's videos being repetitive a little, that just adds to the reassuring and cozy vibe to me.

[@bw3839]

Just FIY the vast majority of us enjoy your personality and creative process! We don’t want you stressing over what you have done before or if it’s enough- I bet the more fun you have, the more fun we have watching!!! Thanks for your channel, you are lovely!!

[@themurrrr]

THIS!

[@reginafetty6374]

Absolutely!

[@mirandavanzeumeren5370]

100%

[@Leukothea]

Yes yes yes!!!!

[@amberdulay7238]

My grandparents named their farm Seldom Farms, which my grandpa always thought was hilarious. I miss him… Also, PLEASE don’t second guess yourself when it comes to making video content. The joy of your videos is that it feels like a sewing circle with friends, and honestly, isn’t that what we all need right now? Keep up the great work (and don’t forget to make an Amy Pond cosplay!!)!

[@Ladyofdeath777Weaversoftheweb]

'Seldom Farms' is really funny!

[@sazbear3913]

That's such a fantastic name haha🤣 and yes she reaaaally needs to do an Amy pond look...or several

[@damogranheart5521]

There was a place near Hugo that had a sign on the fence that said "Oleo Acres" One of your cheaper spreads

[@megantregler]

Rachel: "I'm only going to make one garment today!" Also Rachel: "It's two garments in one!" You're cute!

[@ellahopkinson]

"I don't like doing things twice" - rachel whilst making the 153700th hobbit esque bodice. Love it lol

[@themurrrr]

I’m so proud of her for doing one side floral!…. Eventho the other side is brown 🤣

[@Eowyn3Pride]

Never too many...I will make it my mission to have a "Hobbit corset" of my very own by ènd of summer...

[@ziyanda_theartist]

😂😂😂

[@ladhernaTG]

Farm name suggestion: get a pair of binoculars and find our what the local birds are. Choose your favourite one, name the farm after it (or a group of those birds, like a murder of crows or a parliament of owls). So you could live in Starling Hill Farm, or Goldfinch Charm. Also, do you like alliteration? Like Curlew Cottage or Mockingbird Manor.

[@evah7837]

This is an underrated comment.

[@hannahfox5422]

I'm now thinking of a murder of crows and therefore naming the place Murder Hill. I'm fine with this.

[@Sleipnirseight]

My friend grew up in a house from the 1700's and she and her siblings would find old lead toy soldiers and jax in the yard and they'd play with them, just as the kids hundreds of years before had. Kinda cool little echoes of the universalities of childhood through time

[@take67806]

Rachel: okay so we're gonna do just one thing Also Rachel: * makes a reversible garment that is essentially two pieces of clothing *

[@jemimajagger-wells2055]

lmao i was thinking the same thing

[@Sky_The_Daily_Dreamer]

2 in 1 deal ~~~ lol

[@blooperthesquid8215]

When you were talking about farm names I immediately was surprised you didn't already refer to your land as the Shire 😂

[@MrsFrench74]

Add "hill" and you get Hillshire Farms 😆♥️

[@karen2015]

@@MrsFrench74 go meat

[@ketaminepigeon]

Add something with the goats so Rachel finally willl be able to get one

[@kalync.newmin]

I thought Hobbit Home, Hobbit Farms, Hobbit Hill.

[@nefertitimontoya]

Omg I just commented that!!! Hehe great minds

[@natashasimpson6687]

Rachel: “ready to get COZY??” Me: *balancing my phone against a ball of yarn and picking up the pants I’m tailoring* “f*ck yes”

[@samanthapereira3733]

In my teens I was terribly jealous of a friend who had a super cool corset top... these videos make me think I should just make one for my teenage self. At almost 45. And you bet I'm gonna make it reversible! 💪

[@sparrowberry3420]

DOOO ITTTT!! Past and present you deserve it

[@bast713]

Yes, DOOOOO IT! They're really awesome.

[@annbrookens945]

Go for it! No regrets!!!

[@misscharliegreen1792]

Do it!!

[@valadomi]

I believe in you!!

[@TheBalanceKeeper9]

Girrrl we're just here for the chill artsy sister vibe. Long projects, short projects, projects that take weeks = all good!

[@Kapuzenpulli13]

Agree with that. There hasnt been a single video that i disliked or that bored me.

[@Ticket2theMoon]

That Renaissance pattern is what my mom used to make my costume when I worked at the Renaissance festival as a mere slip of a girl...20 years ago. Now ~I~ feel vintage. 😁

[@melaniehight2202]

Rachel: y’all ready to get cozy??” Me: wiggles further into my ✨morning chair✨ with my cup of coffee, almost aggressively: “ohoho yeAH”

[@bowenarrows7819]

Do you have different chairs for different activities/times of the day? That sounds so cozy

[@SauronsAccntnt]

Wow I FELT these aggressively snuggly comfort levels all the way over here on this side of my laptop

[@Whitney_Sews]

You could name it Maksy Manor

[@trisha4776]

That sounds like a haunted house name to me for some reason. 😆

[@CassieJ4]

Or Maksy Hill Manor. Since she mentioned it being on a hill and possibly wanting to use that in the name. It does kind of sound like a haunted name, which just adds to the charm in my opinion.

[@taylorsumner1933]

THIS ONE OMG

[@crookedriverfae]

omg ✨The Manor at Maksy Hill✨

[@taylorsumner1933]

I second the Manor On Maksy Hill!!

[@AlissaWithAnI]

Me thinking “Aww, she looks like a cute grandma!” Rachel: “I look a little...elderly.” 😂😂

[@hannahcollins1816]

Rachel: we love whatever you decide to do. We will watch you regardless. It's always guaranteed to be entertaining. I know I'm speaking for more than myself, but I bet at least one other person agrees with me, so I feel okay using the royal "we"

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

Wee

[@camerontaylor4463]

I watch for pretty much just her personality.

[@annbrookens945]

The "royal we" is perfectly acceptable!

[@kyndramb7050]

We do love whatever she does. The royal "we" does apply!

[@mirjanbouma]

Definitely proper use of we! I feel included because it's true

[@chibilover7845]

the hair and outfit give me "disaster library assistant at uni" vibes more than anything else and I adore it edit: if you have a favorite native flower you could plant them at the entrance and name the farm [Flower Name] Hill? Like Ivy Hill or Columbine Hill.

[@kaltespopcorn4087]

When it comes to my taste you don’t need to be super inventive for every video. I‘m here for the vibes! I would watch you sew autumny coloured, historically inspired Hobbit-Clothes till the end of time. :)

[@azrani2023]

Prrrrrrrreach ❤

[@17adastra85]

I just want you to know, speaking of “pick me up” videos, that is your entire channel for me. I’ll just pick a random video and let KZbin auto play your videos for hours and it’s such a comfort for me.

[@annbrookens945]

I love that you included "Binks, two days later" being told that one of your fans loves her!

[@laurendicicco6283]

The floral side reminds me of the wallpaper that was in my room as a child, and it was honestly the prettiest wallpaper and now I'm feeling really nostalgic, I love it so much!! It's also giving me Felicity Merriman (American Girl) vibes, which is also really nostalgic for me 😊

[@lipstickcats2047]

Seconded, the floral side gave me big 18th century vibes and I love it so much!

[@christiana_mandalynn]

I looooove Felicity! She was my favorite American Girl. The floral wallpaper is so lovely!! ❤️

[@robinhahnsopran]

Rachel: **does Snow White impression** Me, a singing teacher who gets excited whenever someone sings, anywhere, ever, for any reason: 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@joshuagaither4866]

Not a music teacher, but same about some of that distinct nyckelharpa string music in the middle of Bernadette's last video from which I just came here from. 😅

[@maitesoto1953]

Its nice to know singing teachers are excited when anyone sings, I'm always self conscious when singing around professional on the field because I'm ✨ terrible✨ and I'm afraid they'll be like "pls stop"

[@matildas3177]

@@joshuagaither4866 hearing a wild nyckelharpa makes my day! or just scandi folkmusic in general where I wouldn't think it'd be used.

[@joshuagaither4866]

@@matildas3177 if it wasn't for my little obsession with Myrkur and Amalie Bruun, I probably wouldn't have recognized that sound. 😅🖤

[@Jenissuperhero]

So cute! Tv show recommendation: “Time Team” it’s a team of British archaeologists that do 3 day digs around the UK. It’s free on KZbin and there’s almost 20 seasons

[@PhanglyPhish]

Discovered Time Team early pandemic. Now I have seen the episodes so many times I let it lull me to sleep if I am having trouble relaxing before bed 😁

[@claraowens6830]

oh my god thanks so much! just watched 5 minutes and i'm already in love

[@claraowens6830]

on this note i highly suggest watching taskmaster! It was my cure on bad days during the pandemic and they also put everything up on youtube (:

[@ainilome]

Time Team got me through lock down and was the kick in the butt I needed to finally follow my lifelong dream of becoming an archeologist. Nearly finished with freshmen year! Highly recommend.

[@gb9252]

@@ainilome Ayy fellow aspiring archaeologist! Good luck!

[@starshideurfires]

"Autumn is a state of mind." - Rachel Maksy 2022

[@222stargazer]

I think you would LOVE the show "Murdock Mysteries"! It's set in the late 1800's, early 1900's and its about a detective solving crimes in Toronto, Canada. It's epic

[@lia_bee]

I was going to recommend that show too! I've been watching it a lot lately, and it's pretty fun. Also, as someone who lives in the Greater Toronto Area, it's fun to hear names and stuff you recognize.

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Thanks for the recommendation! Anything period-historical mystery is always fascinating, and the Canadian setting sounds like a really cool different take, so will definitely give that a go!

[@alidamaria6542]

Hey Rachel! As others have already pointed out; I would frankly watch any video of yours, just for the editing style, humour and whiskey grandpa vibes. A whole video of you just talking to us, making nerdy references and playing with Frodo would already be a blast for me ;) P.s. Not sure if it's your style, but I've recently finished "The good place" on Netflix and if you make your way through the first season, it's really good! Thank you for your tips on how to avoid burnout! Take all the time you need and we'll be here for you

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

Second that recommendation of The Good Place x

[@briarroseella7142]

Don't worry, Rachel! I don't sew at all, I just watch your video's because you and your natural way of being is just so fun to watch/listen to, especially whenever I don't feel so well. So don't worry about your videos not being interesting enough, because just by being yourself, your videos are always interesting to me!

[@elisacoffey5140]

Your hand stitches look pretty. Also, I vote for more reversible things. A skirt, a cloak, a dress, a top, and/or reversible Whiskey Grandpa™ pants with reversible Whiskey Grandpa ™ braces.

[@Ilikebunnies-metoo]

Yass, reversible everything! :D here's to having more clothes & taking up less space!

[@wombora]

Rachel: Y'all ready to get cozy? Me: Oh, no, halt - *runs to the kitchen makes tea* Me: so, now i am ready

[@PrincessMeggala0913]

Same. I grabbed my coffee.

[@hayleydeering6635]

* Sees video thumbnail on Friday night, waits to watch it while eating your Saturday morning breakfast *

[@ps1hagridoufofcharacter]

exactly the reason i have a kettle and a supply of tea in my room, so i can listen to Rachel while making a cuppa 👌

[@olivepudding]

I gotta say, especially in this sweater, I love to imagine Rachel's a beloved weasley cousin who Molly uses as a secret hookup for all of their christmas sweaters & scarves & whatnot... Also thank you for your work and videos, they bring so much inspiration and comfort

[@Ney-vn9og]

I love to watch Rachel's content when I feel overwhelmed and very anxious. It's nice to be able to consume silly and fun content without loud music and screaming. Thank you for being a safe space for me and my crap anxiety ridden mind.

[@SaaryLilla]

Same here! This content is such a comfort watch for me, helped me through some episodes of extreme fatigue and sickness, too.

[@heatherstock4491]

Same!

[@TheStitchess]

Why do old curtains from the thrift store always have the best prints?

[@PrincessMeggala0913]

Right?! This particular fabric reminds me of Felicity from American Girl. 😁

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

I swear! So my parents have had the same curtains for like 30 years and I HATE them!!!! I may try to make some some day or just buy new ones

[@RonnieRoseSt]

Oh! It seems like a fun thing to mention now that i think about it. My brother and his wife got a black puppy pug before they got married and they named him Gimli. Now whenever we rewatch lotr and hear Gimli’s name, we’re collectively confused why they named the dwarf after a pug (when obviously it’s the other way around). It’s absolutely perfect.

[@tamarapeterson1844]

Sigh. I learned to sew from my Mom..who was 6th generation seamstress. She died suddenly April 26th...and I still cannot sit down in front of my machine without crying. She was an award winning quilt maker. She had 5 awards for directors choice for the New York State fair. She was hand picked by Veterans affairs to do honor flight quilts. I sit in front of my machine...and feel...lost..my first birthday since her passing is next month...and I dont know how I am going to deal...thanks for the love. March 8th marks 2 years doctor ordered home. You are a breath of real...in crazy times. Thank you for everything....my 13 year old son LOVES your channel...it is a weekly event.

[@preciousypenguino]

Lovely memory about your dear mama. Thank you for sharing even during your sadness. .. Blessings and hugs💙

[@hexebroomie]

❤️

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Oh my gosh, so painful to have those great memories and not be able to make new ones with her! 😭 I learnt to sew from a much-loved mum too & the thought of one day losing her is just gut-wrenching. Greatest sympathy, and do hope one day you're able to return to sewing in her honour, once the grief becomes a wee bit more manageable... 💛🧵

[@tamarapeterson1844]

Her death was sudden. I miss her.

[@preciousypenguino]

@Tamara Peterson you will miss her every day for the rest of your life. Your heart will shatter into a thousand pieces multiple times a day. You will cherish your dreams of her. And after 20+ years you will still yearn to see her smile, hear her laugh and breathe in the scent of her hair while being cradled in her arms... 💔 Now, go give your son a really big hug and a beso!

[@kalamathes7857]

I wanted our little farm to have a cute Anne of Green Gables type name and we never could think of one that really stuck. Names based on types of local trees or wildlife or landscape features are so romantic and lovely. I hope you get one that really takes hold of you! Now I'm gonna go re-watch Gandalf Rachel because that video is too good!

[@ziyanda_theartist]

That's brilliant 😆

[@megngarnett]

Rachel could literally make a video of paint drying, and as long as she’s in the video i would still happily watch the whole thing (probably twice) 💕🥰

[@virginiahuber20]

LOVED seeing you tackle a reversible project! For the farm name, what about Underhill? You get the "hill" + a cheeky tribute to the Frodo boy 🥰

[@sailorearth680]

This really is a comfort channel for me. I always get excited for a notification. 🧡 Also, I don’t know if you watch Studio Ghibli movies but we really need an Arietty cosplay because GINGER and because sewing pin sword and button shield.

[@gwendolynrobinson3900]

I second this, that's my favorite ghibli movie. It's so fun and interesting to watch purely for the setting

[@AngiDas]

Yes! I love that movie!

[@mayaw3202]

Autumn is a state of mind, and it's ALSO a color season, which suits you very nicely 🥰 Also: if you haven't watched Crazy Ex Girlfriend or Agents of SHIELD, those are my current comfort shows ❤️

[@rachelmumford5025]

Listen!! I love your videos SO MUCH. When my husband sees me watching he says "oh, is that your girly?" You do not need to stress about whether your videos are boring, at least for my sake, and I know a lot of us feel the same way. Anything you make is lovely and I just like spending time watching you create!! The vibes are ✨ immaculate ✨ Love you!!

[@AbbyCox]

Me after getting rescued from the second box to only be put back into the box: kzbin.info/www/bejne/pZLFlIBviLR5Y6c

[@loraleitourtillottwiehr2473]

I really enjoyed the Abby-centric subplot of this video. Literally said "oh no!" When she put you back in the box.

[@ariannarichardson7713]

Awwwww, you'll get another chance.

[@catballou82]

Was it really you on the pattern? That would be soo cool

[@stephanies577]

😆

[@loraleitourtillottwiehr2473]

@@catballou82 yes, that's really Abby on the pattern!

[@annbrookens945]

I laughed so hard at Frodo wearing the bolero that I had to share it with my dog-loving daughter! And can I just say how touched I (surprisingly) was by the hug? Thanks, Rachel, I needed that!

[@MaritzDraws]

I died when she said “coconut flavor” for the deodorant like all I could imagine was Rachel biting a chunk out of it like the floor gremlin she is😭💕

[@becauseimafan]

Oh my gosh, I did too, cuz I do the same thing!! 😂 And I live in Quebec, Canada, I speak English and French, and I somehow manage to do it in *both languages* 🤣🤣 (Edited to add: Like, it's not a translation error. I'm not translating what I want to say from English when I speak French, I shift my brain-engine into a French gear/put on my French brain, so I'm thinking in French.)

[@ziyanda_theartist]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@abbiebullard4773]

Yep every time she flavor instead of scent I couldn’t help but giggle! All I could picture was her enjoying the deodorant like a lollipop! I love how real she is, and her quirkiness is my favorite!!!

[@leahgroess5361]

I had to pause and tell my husband because I thought it was so funny, and realized that the frame I paused on was the birthday cake scent and honestly, when your deodorant smells like cake, I'd think of it in terms of flavor as well!

[@Eloraurora]

@@leahgroess5361 A few years ago I found a fudge brownie deodorant on Etsy. Every time I wore it, my sister would wander around looking for what I'd been baking and get frustrated at me for making her crave brownies when there weren't any in the house.

[@beekay1137]

"Whiskey Granpa Hill" 🤣🤣 I love all your videos, never think you have to qualify what you do because we're all here to just ~cozily~ sit down with you

[@kjhfghmk]

I love the deep dives into one project, ESPECIALLY when creators show their mistakes! I enjoy KZbin shorts and TikTok and such for mindless scrolling, but so often lately I see sewing videos that are like 5 minutes or less highlights reels when I want to see the nitty gritty! Especially the planning, sourcing, the decision process, all that! Its like Food Network Cake Wars vs. Great British Bake Off. Sure, the drama on Cake Wars is sometimes fun but they never talk about the actual art form, it's all setting up bakers to fail then watching the car crash. Great British Bake Off is calming, full of positivity and you learn things in a fun way, watching masters of an art form create. You're my Great British Bake Off 😅 I feel good and positive after watching, I learn from your mistakes and successes and you entertain me as I go! Also there are so many sewing things no one ever tells you! I like that you go from the start and talk about all the things! But then again, as someone else said you could probably make a video about a tablecloth and I would be like YES

[@erinfarrell8873]

That tiny Robin Hood toy unlocked a deep childhood memory! I had that exact toy, along with a purple-robed Maid Marion. There may also have been others in the set. What a throw-back!

[@cherylf7333]

I was literally just trying to figure out how to make that other vest/bodice pattern you use a lot reversible so watching this was a very "duh" moment. Thank you!

[@frannygrace2191]

When you do the "cut on the fold" piece not on the fold do you need to add seam allowance? It seams (ha ha ha) that you would need to!

[@rebelian3286]

Same, I have this pattern and literally made two of these vests in January so when she said reversible I’m like “how???” Oh duh

[@Grapefruit_cosplay]

Also you can bag line it, Rachel kind of did it the hard way here. If you don't need any boning, just put the right sides together and sew all away around the perimeter except for the bottom edge and then flip it right sides out. That way you only have to hand sew the bottom.

[@lavendarcrash2941]

Hello from six months later. September feels like an appropriate time to be rewatching this video as we enter spooky cozy season 🎃 Thanks for the content we all love to watch

[@Zillah82]

I love this so much. She's so cute. I love reversable stuff. Farm names: The Shire, Hobbiton, or Bag End. Duh. I hope you're feeling better!

[@readroyal6661]

Haha I love Bag End!

[@TT-_-]

I was thinking a play on Hillsborough/Hillsboro: *Hillsfrodo!* Shortened from Hills of Frodo, of course😆 Not a native speaker, so maybe it's not pronounced anywhere near the same🙃

[@marenwray7962]

When my parents got their farm, I suggested something like “uncanny farms” or “phantasma farms” (I had a really good one at the time but I can’t remember it) and I had an entire story planned out about a witch coven in the woods that we could spread around as local folklore to give the farm a Halloween touch. They didn’t go for it :/

[@evemorrigan3120]

How lame of them. That's an awesome idea.

[@martepimenta]

If I'm ready to get cozy?? Girl, your videos are literally my go to videos when I'm feeling restlessness / stress and need something cozy and relaxing to watch 😌

[@SunnysFilms]

Finding little treasures in an old house is always so cool. When we moved in, we found a bat whistle on top of the medicine cabinet. I don't know if it was an actual Halloween party favor, but I put it on a shelf among my Halloween collection. Tiny Robin Hood is adorable. I'm glad you rescued him from his hiding spot.

[@petrastedman669]

Property name suggestions: The Maksy Mountain // Hobbit Hillock // Mesa de Maksy // Frodo's Knoll Wonderful and informative video as always. ❤️❤️❤️ Also, hope you feel better soon. Also also, someone further down made a comment about you making an Arrietty cosplay and I heartily second that suggestion.

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Hobbit Hillock has my vote! 😆 Nice one

[@marjoleinsmolders1630]

Those names are amazing 🤣👍

[@corinnabambina]

Love 'Frodos's Knoll"!

[@nikkia9506]

Frodo's Knoll is a great name.

[@Amanda-kw1vi]

Ooo frodo's knoll sounds good

[@ellajument]

The Nancy Drew and The Hardy Boys show from the 1970s is absolutely one of my very favorite things ever. I could recommend so many detective shows because they are just the best things this world has to offer BUT that series is SO silly and campy and classic so it’s perfect for a cozy sit-down :)

[@christiana_mandalynn]

I loved the Nancy Drew and the Hardy Boys detective shows from the 1970s. Also the original Charlie’s Angels. But I am a hardcore Nancy Drew fan :)

[@enenome9810]

The striped side turned out so nice! As for shows, now's a great time to get into Critical Role 🐻🌸 The Legend of Vox Machina on Prime is a good adaptation, the first two episodes are a lil off but the rest are so fun. Lots of fantasy/steampunk aesthetic.

[@rondaperry7243]

I watch that to, it is great. Watch Grogs one shot it is so funny.

[@unispeck2853]

And the Dimension 20 gang.

[@MossMatcha]

Yes! Critical Role gives me endless happiness and emotion 🥺

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

I can very highly recommend 1 For All too, they're a hilarious Aussie team making D&D content which mainly shows the team fully in-character & in costume, causing carnage across their fantasy world... 😆 Their musical episode "Bardic Inspiration" is an awesome place to start!

[@mrluvpups]

Its so great! I dont know why im always surprised to find critters on non-dnd channels

[@ziyanda_theartist]

Hey, Rachel 💖 Thanx for making content even though you're busy with the house and pulling your new lives together. We love your videos and I'll agree with those subscribers in the comments saying we'd literally watch anything you make. You're still like that friend/big sis KZbinr for us and we love ya. And Frodo and Binx and Nick, too 😂🤗

[@Faerie_Queen]

You can change the time/date on your switch. To progress in animal crossing faster. Also there is a cozy LOTR game coming out where you play as a hobbit. I think you might enjoy it ❤ Tales of the Shire

[@Seiaeka]

Speaking of LoTR, Rachel might enjoy the Shiretown Shindig larp. Basically, you make a character according to their guide and you get to be a hobbit for a weekend.

[@ariellavender4553]

I took a look and I'm super interested I probably would like to go honestly!!

[@Seiaeka]

@@ariellavender4553 same. XD

[@rebeccawierenga156]

Farm name idea: The Hobbit Knoll. Also this is such a lovely video and just in time as I received my own stays/corset pattern in the mail yesterday! 🎉

[@nanettebromley8843]

funny that.. I just received my regency stays/corset pattern in the mail this morning. 😀

[@Mossy-Kat]

That name is perfect

[@sodasunnnyshine2482]

Honestly Rachel, there is a pretty solid consensus in the comments that we would all come and watch whatever kind of content you feel like making!! Your videos always make my day better!!! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR ALL THE WORK YOU DO!!

[@closeupbeauty9761]

"The Great" on Hulu is a comedy retelling based loosely (VERY loosely 🤣) on Catherine the Great's life. It's got the MA rating for a reason to be sure, but I also think it might be up your alley 😄. As to the video, I could literally watch you fold a fitted sheet and find it riveting. Your humor, personality, and editing make all of your videos fantastic.

[@misskelevra]

"Ragnarok" on Netflix is so, so great! It's norwegian and about this boy, his brother and mum getting tangled up in nordic mythology, but it's modern day. It has beautiful nature scenery, it's funny and that boy is soo precious 💙

[@mikaylaeager7942]

Question 1: What type of trees you got growing at your farm? It’s not the most creative thing in the world but I’ve always been a fan of [insert foliage] Hill Farm. Question 2: If you haven’t already seen it watch The Repair Shop! So cozy so addicting! It was on Netflix but now I believe it’s on Discovery+. Also, I’d definitely recommend The Nanny on HBOmax, if you want that 90’s sitcom vibe with fashion that will make you just so jealous!

[@vickiportalatin3375]

The BBC “aka original” version of Ghosts is HILARIOUS. The first 3 seasons are on HBO Max. The 4th season is out but not available in the US…yet.

[@jennersjam]

Black Dog Hills ( you could even have a Frodo weather vane made). Also if you’re enjoying the video making process we will enjoy the content you produce.

[@WintersWren]

I love your cozy videos! My show recommendations are: #1. Arthdal Chronicles (A Korean fantasy series with amazing world building!) #2. Jonathan Strange and Mr. Norrell (you've probably seen it, but just in case, fictional history but with magic) And... more of a podcast: #3. Critical Role. (A group of voice actors playing D&D and all their shenanigans)

[@cassidyvarnum8943]

Yes, critical role, but also their new animated series on amazon prime! The legend of vox machina!

[@AddieLoS]

I've been loving TLOVM and was about to recommend that too, lol!

[@jilliandreams]

1:26 I don’t care what you do. I’m just here for you. You’re funny, adorable and talented in all you do. And I love your vibes. ❤

[@Fayeofthedesert]

Yaaay for hidden house tray-sure! I love those stories about people who find hidden messages from previous occupants like under the flooring or wallpaper when they remodel. Like, "Greetings from Gene and Barb Sandusky who finally got rid of the horrible orange wallpaper, spring of 1984!" That kind of stuff is so cool. Unless it's like, an ominous message or something lol like "Mistakes were made on this day in 1984..." 😅 😳

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

😳 indeed!! 😅

[@kaisa1476]

I follow a channel where a guy renovates a 19th century house and he wound a mummified squirrel in the attic. He decided to keep it because it had lived there longer than he had 😅

[@meladis4806]

Hello, Rachel! I've been following you for quite a while now, and I just wanted to say that your videos - and you personally - have helped me to go through so many good and bad things! I moved to another city a few weeks ago, and it's pretty far from my family and lately, I've been feeling a bit down. But watching your videos, enjoying the AESTHETIC that comes with the combination of your humour, way of filming, background music and content, did really cheer me up! So, thank you for being you 🧡 With love, Your subscriber from far away

[@happynameday]

Aww best of luck with everything, friend!

[@valadomi]

Hope you settle in nicely! I moved country some years back, and it was a big scary move, but I'm so so happy here :) I'm sure you will be too!

[@GweenPenguin]

Same, I'm sitting here with a cuppa contemplating lifey things and escaping into the Maksyverse. Her aesthetic just soothes this troubled soul. All the best in the new city! The time apart from family will make your returns home all the more sweet.

[@puffles-cosplays1567]

First the sewing machine friendship analogy, then "I'm going to dig out dear Abby Cox from storage" rachel.... please stop putting your pals in boxes XD on the note on your worries that things will be boring, I can't speak for everyone but, more often than not, I'm watching your videos primarily because you're the one making them - what's actually being made is like... distant second. I know a lot of us love your enthusiasm and vibe and the fact that watching your videos has the same energy as hanging out with the friend you dont see often but never feel out of step with Side note: I've been playing LOTRO on and off for years and its a really easy game to just jump in and out of - these days i mostly just play during the festivals and things because they're fun and silly and you get cute prizes and stuff while hanging out in the shire or bree or minas tirith. Just hanging out doing silly games or saving Aragorns wedding from inept planners

[@trisha4776]

Rachel! Here’s a mantra I have to tell myself often, “Do less!” Do less with more focus! It’s helped with burn out. If you’re like me, you’re a high achiever and a perfectionist. I always try to do tooooo much as an artist. One painting? How about I do three. I get burnt out very easily because I have no chill and always have to go 10 miles instead of 1. Lmao. I know I speak for many of us when I say we love your content because YOU are in it! I’d watch you rate your favorite rocks from you backyard for an hour, I just like to hang out with you via your vids. It’s not about the quantity! Take care of yourself ❤️

[@Turnip_kgb]

You should do a “But make it Vintage” blathers edition!!! Or a cosplay of him. I think your style would be perfect for him ☺️

[@0meAcat1]

.....plx

[@SmiliePants666]

Yes, your Gandalf makeover was fantastic. I told my best friend, who is hugely into LOTR lore, that it is pure gold. She agreed. That video is a chef's kiss to the max. I love your talent and humor. If we ever met in real life, I think we would vibe. Keep doing what you do!

[@bellebrucken255]

I've always loved "New Moon Farm" from the Emily of New Moon books by L.M. Montgomery (author of Anne of Green Gables). I found it rather whimsical. Also loved your Gandalf video. It makes me smile every time I see it!

[@bellablue5285]

Had to laugh at the comment about ignoring the house falling apart (winter has not been kind to my house). Always happy to see when you upload, whether it's something complicated or something short, and completely understand that sometimes chaos is chaos and adding a project/video just isn't going to work. Edit: the final bodice is really cute!

[@kefirasun8963]

I started watching your videos way back in the day when you did the henna hair dying video, and was hooked ever since. I am sooo happy with the direction you've taken your channel. You are one of the few creators that consistently gets a guffaw out of me (anyone else get silly excited about using uncommon vocabulary??)

[@Nanenna]

"Why would you say something so controversial yet so brave?" In all seriousness: it looked like you had a lot of fun making this and it was nice to chill with you. I personally enjoy getting to see one item coming together in a bit more detail, that's the fun part for me. Also those hand sewn eyelets! 👌

[@0meAcat1]

She was so happy to iron the seams! Lmfao 🤣🤣

[@nicolewickes7568]

I love this it’s so cute! I just made a reversible skirt, and a little tip. If you do it by machine match the bobbin thread to the bottom fabric and the top thread to the top fabric then you won’t see it on either side!!

[@findthecaptain]

Okay so I’ve been thinking about this for several days and just want to throw this out there: This was honestly one of my favorite videos from you in a while. Don’t get me wrong, they’re all fantastic, but seeing you as a person and getting some fun “hang out with me while I figure out what I’m doing with my life” vibes was really calming and reassuring. 13/10

[@patriciajrs46]

Yes, we all need to see how other people work at being okay.

[@elizathemermaid]

Hi Rachel! I just want to tell you that the Gandalf video is one of my absolute favorites!! I am one of those people who goes back and watches it again whenever I want to smile. One of my favorite things about that video is how obvious it is that you had fun making it! I subscribed because your entire channel is just so cozy and welcoming. Add on top of that how much you enjoy your projects and the Frodo or rare Binx sighting, you are one of my favorite youtubers. Edit: I love the bodice you made it's sooo cute! Farm name ideas: Frodo's Farm? Hobbit Hill is the other one but I'm pretty sure that's taken

[@barbscosta105]

Due to the cozy nature of this video, I feel like I should share my cozy routine: I work until 1 pm on Saturdays, so my favorite moment is when I sit in front of the computer while I savor a lovely late lunch and watch your new video. I've done that for so long now I don't even know when it started lol - I always laugh and it always fills my heart, so I thank you for that.

[@duckman2443]

You had mentioned games and that you had hit a dry spell. Have you ever heard or played Wandersong? It is so whole sweet and wholesome. Sad at places. Hopeful at places. Extremely good hearted. I think you can get it on Steam or through the Switch.

[@minigul]

the floral side is really giving me sound of music curtain play clothes is the best possible way. absolutely adore this project!!!!!!

[@julissagarza5794]

Okay, 1) I too enjoy going back and watching that video of you turning yourself into Gandalf, never fails to make me smile and laugh. 2) The bodice turned out so cute!! And 3) Hope you're feeling better ^^

[@bethanya99]

One of the reasons I LOVE videos in this format is that it feel like I can craft right along side you Rachel. Like we're buds just chugging along on whatever project takes our fancy that week and shooting the breeze. (I like to watch your vids while making things).

[@Rsmr27]

Ok but I also adore the Gandalf video too- it’s so wholesome! I’m really looking forward to the house Reno videos too!

[@amandaroo8797]

So needed this cozy video tonight. It’s cold and drizzly here and though the boiler in my circa 1915 house is tryin’ real hard, she just can’t warm it up any more so I’ve been rockin’ the double-socks ‘n’ slippers with my granny robe look! Definitely time to curled up with my feline companion, Bella and have a cozy visit with Rachel, Frodo and Binx! Absolutely love the spring side of your latest creation and really enjoyed the more relaxed vibe of you doing only one project instead of getting yourself stressed out over multiple things and time crunches, although I enjoy ALL your videos and am constantly inspired by you, regardless of what you’re making or doing. So glad that Frodo is okay. The part where you passed the message to him that he was loved. Oh, my heart…

[@haveaballcrafting8686]

20:54 I totally get your joy over finding the iron! I actually went and bought a new one because I couldn’t find my iron after our epic box-the-house-and-re-stump. Then I found the old one! So now I know where 2 irons are! And found an ironing board a neighbour put out for rubbish collection (it’s mechanically fine, I guess they just didn’t want to bother re-covering it). So 2 irons and enough ironing boards to iron really wide stuff! Or I guess I can have how-to-iron lessons with my kids. That might stop them announcing they’re bored…

[@ps1hagridoufofcharacter]

FINALLY someone who appreciates Blathers, the owl needs some RECOGNITION

[@Mossy-Kat]

Blathers is our boy! We love talkative british owl boy!

[@mermaliade6631]

I love him too! His whole thing about bugs is very valid. Also when colour-pop did the Animal Crossing stuff you know I had to scoop up a Blathers palette.

[@Mossy-Kat]

@@mermaliade6631 honestly when I was a kid his hatred of bugs really upset me because back then my life's passion was to get people to stop randomly killing bugs out of fear or distaste. Then I realized it was a joke and felt better.

[@mermaliade6631]

@@Mossy-Kat I came from an area with scorpions and such (and have been stung), some bugs are kinda cute, but oh man, I have seen some scary buggos. More jumping spiders, less cazadores! XD

[@Mossy-Kat]

@@mermaliade6631 Where I'm from, kids would kill harmless house spiders on sight and squish earthworms for fun, so you can imagine how seeing bug-hating characters might make me feel as a bug-obsessed child.

[@whimsicalunicornofdarcknes8707]

You are the only KZbinr that I always watch the minute I’ve seen you upload, to the point that one time I was watching a video you had just uploaded and my phone turned off KZbin because of a parent lock in the middle of the video, I was on the phone with my friend and I got really sad about it, so I ended up FaceTiming her and watching the rest of the video on her computer through FaceTime

[@anna_in_aotearoa3166]

Now that's dedication!! 😂

[@lissyv.6842]

This is so gorgeous - I've been dreaming of making a reversible corset for years and you've definitely inspired me to pluck up the courage! 😊

[@noix666dezephir]

TV show recommendation : I went old school and started watching/rewatching the X-Files. I can’t get enough of Gillian Anderson and her iconic “Mulder it’s me” lol And those big boxy OG computers. Aaaaah I love it !

[@apieceofoldlace5002]

A friend of mine went as Scully for halloween last year. Complete with 90s cel phone made from a juice box, and a cardboard speech bubble saying "Mulder, it's me".

[@noix666dezephir]

@@apieceofoldlace5002 OMFG This is such a good idea ! *starts planning, with an evil laugh, my future Dana Scully costume for any future occasion* lol