Sewing Room Tour: 21 Tips for Organizing Your Stash of Fabric & Sewing Supplies

[@pamela2176]

Thank you for your caring heart. I will look at this ministry. I love sewing.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you so much!

[@dianedixon7548]

Also the practical way to help girls & women. ❤

[@maryloubailey]

That has been a cause that has blessed me as well as others. Thanks for watching.

[@debmann5168]

The organizing part was good, but what was really moving and interesting was the organization you are sewing for. I think it would be great if that section of the video was its own video so it reaches more people. So inspiring and moving. Makes me want to look for a cause, where I can apply my skills and help out. Thank you

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you for the suggestion. The hard part is that it's hard for me talk about it without getting teary. My daughter took a bunch of kits with her for her trip to Africa. We're excited to hear about how that goes.

[@debmann5168]

@@maryloubailey Well, I think it's wonderful that you are passionate about it and are working to make a difference. I was inspired 🙂

[@mjhair1]

Thank you for sharing all of your ideas, I don't sew too much, but am looking forward to getting it set up again soon, as we have moved recently. Love how you keep it all in a designated space and do not go over that...smart! : )

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you and have fun with your sewing space.

[@jackierodriguez3146]

Omg I am so glad I came across your video! You’re such a ray of sunshine. I love your organizing method. I just hope to get to be as organized as you. 😊

[@maryloubailey]

Wow! Thank you so much! Good luck in your efforts. It's not easy, but it sure is worth it.

[@pjacksreads536]

My goodness you have a great point about buying fabric that never gets used. It isn’t a great deal anymore if I never use it. I’m new to sewing and I’ve developed a bad bad habit of buying fabric. It’s addictive. So many beautiful choices.

[@maryloubailey]

You're right...so many pretty things. Good luck with organizing and using what you have.

[@cecilianorris4449]

I stumbled upon your segment for organization tips and I'm so glad I did. You are absolutely the sweetest woman. I will do research on the charity you spoke about. Thanks for sharing.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you for you very kind comments. You made my day!

[@deborahbrauckmann806]

Empty drawer is an awesome idea.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you. I always feel calmer with a few empty drawers.😊 Thanks for watching.

[@abundantlyinspired]

I adore your creative apace!!!❤❤❤

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you! I hope you have an inspiring space as well.

[@abundantlyinspired]

@@maryloubailey I do! I'm very thankful for my sewing room☺️🙏🏻

[@carolentringer8836]

Great tips! Thank you. I made a nightgown and quilt for my daughter’s Samantha doll. Great fun!

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you for sharing that and for watching! American Girl size is so fun to sew.

[@MN-om5di]

I love the video and thank you for sharing your amazing charity project which touched me deeply

[@maryloubailey]

You are so welcome! Thank you for watching.

[@stefcook4460]

Thank you so much for your video. I loved learning more about your sewing space. 😊 I also was encouraged by your charity work and have found that Days for Girls are also very well set up in Australia, and have contacted my local group.

[@maryloubailey]

That's wonderful to hear. I'm so glad they are extending throughout the world. Thank you for caring.

[@carolstern3647]

New Subscriber here..xx Firstly ....I've watched two of your organising and tips videos, and I love them!! Great tips too!!👌💞... Second..I can't express enough the love I have of your loving and caring spirit in helping the Days for Girls cause. So sad to know that these women are having to endure such atrocities...yet so grateful that there is help getting to them through Days for Girls. Thank you for bringing this to light...as I was unaware of this occurring.. and love and blessings to you and your cause.. hugs xx💕💕😘💕💕🙏🙏🙏💕😘

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you, Carol, for watching and for your positive comments. Love and caring hearts make our world better every day. Thank you for feeling that.

[@dianedixon7548]

I like your “limit your materials”. & plastic folders to store pattern & projects.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you. I appreciate your comments.

[@barbarameehan113]

What a beautiful space. Sew well organized. Thank you. What a wonderful ministry you are involved in. These are somethings I never thought of. I will look into what I can help with.💟

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you so much for your kindness and your thoughtful comments.

[@kathleenswanson5750]

I'd love to see how you keep your finished doll clothes organized. I sew doll clothes too! So much fun!

[@maryloubailey]

I have a toy area clean out that Anne and I filmed. It's taking a lot of editing, but it shows the doll clothes. It's coming.

[@susanreeves1006]

Blown away by this lovely video. So brave not to edit out your emotions about this amazing cause. Not sure about if I can do anything from the UK but I'm going to have a look. Your organisational tips are brilliant (and trust me I watch hundreds of these tours) and bobbin clips!! I never knew.. game changers. Subscribed. Well done. Sue Reeves.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you so much. Your comments are encouraging and make me feel happy. Thank you for subscribing.

[@daniellecollura8684]

What a great organizing video of your pretty sewing room. Such a great organization you are part of by sewing the holders for these girls and women. Your kindness comes through your video in many ways. I’m going to look up and see if I can help as well. Thank you for telling all of us about it.

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you for your kind comments. I'm so glad you are going to check into Days for Girls. There is so much that each person can do. My daughter took 10 of these kits with her to Africa so she can personally give them to women she finds who needs them. It made us feel so good to be able to help in that way too.

[@tracybingham7739]

I have never heard that women and girls in some of these countries have to endure hardships just getting period supplies. It is maddening and I so appreciate you sharing this organization and issue with us. I will be checking their website out right away. As for as your organization of sewing supplies, ugh!! You’ve convicted me for sure! It is 3:30am here and I am trying to organize my sewing room right now. I figured if I take out all of my other crafty things I’d have more room for my sewing stuff. Well, so far I’ve just made a mess in other parts of my house trying to find a good spot to put it all and my sewing room is still torn apart. 🤦🏼‍♀️😢

[@maryloubailey]

I vote for getting some sleep before you tackle any more. 😊 Thank you for you kind comments and caring.

[@carolynmcneil5348]

This is the second video I’ve watched about organising a craft room; I subscribed after the one on organising paper craft and love both. You are a sincere down to earth lady and I love the passion in your voice with your charity work. Personal hygiene that we take for granted should not be a stressful thing for women to obtain - I understand your anger when you talk about the men controlling things and looking for “favours”. Omg, don’t get me started!! We also have a charity here in Australia for the same thing, it’s invaluable. Bless you MaryLou, you are a “true blue” sweetheart. Thank you

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you for your understanding and caring. Your comments are a blesssing to me to day.

[@sewsed]

You are lovely and have a heart of gold ❤

[@maryloubailey]

Thank you so very much. Your kind words were much needed today. Thank you.

[@reginamannings92]

Omg ! Heartbreaking story ! I would love to do something like that for other Woman’s!

[@maryloubailey]

It is! When I first heard about it I knew I had to do something. Next week I will post an update and show the finished pieces I'm sending to them. Thanks for watching.

[@eugenialittle1707]

That a good idea

[@maryloubailey]

Glad you think so! Thank you.

[@olderendirt]

Thank you for sharing about the charity. We take so much for granted and aren't aware of what's going on elsewhere like this topic. I used to sew a lot and still have lots of fabrics, etc., but I'm getting some fresh ideas about things to make. I used to enjoy making my kids pajamas and also making doll clothes so those might be fun to pick up again now that the kids are grown. New sub from your tips videos, too. Thanks for sharing.

[@maryloubailey]

You're so welcome. Thank you for subbing and for adding your comments. Have fun finding your sewing and crafting route now.

[@carollynn8415]

LOVE LOVE LOVE that top shelf box for your "Projects". I have shoulder issues from reaching to high over my head. I'm thinking, a little fabric pull tab secured at the bottom front edge of my boxes on the top shelf might have saved my shoulder! May I ask WHERE did that box tray come from?

[@maryloubailey]

I love your idea of the fabric pull tab. I've had that box for years. It was a Christmas box that I found at a small town craft store that has long since closed down. I miss those kinds of places. Thanks so much for watching and sharing your idea.

[@barbolson8768]

Hi MaryLou. This is my first time to your channel. You are such a delight to watch. Where do you purchase your doll patterns ? I love to save tins and use them throughout my sewing room. Reminds me of my mom who used tins in her sewing room, especially for a large array of buttons. I'll have to check out your other videos.

[@maryloubailey]

Welcome and thank you! My mom used tins in her sewing room too. I bought several doll patterns at the fabric store. My daughters and I scoured the "craft" part of the pattern books and picked out several when they were on sale for 99 cents and we've been using them for years. I also like the doll clothes books by JoAnn Hines. She has some great ideas.

[@melaniecrump7595]

Hello! This is my first video from you I watched. Thanks for all of your organization tips, and teaching about days for girls! I looked up the site and can’t find anything about how to make them and anyone local to get in touch with…can you help?

[@maryloubailey]

It may be that there is no organization in your local area. The "Get Involved" tab on the website is the best way to look at things you can do. Thank you for watching and for wanting to help. I appreciate your comments.

[@elaineforan4751]

I like the idea of limiting my space for something. I have a tendency to overbuy. When I limit my storage space for items, I am controlling my unnecessary spending. It also forces me to use my supplies rather than look at them and let buyer's regret sink in.

[@maryloubailey]

I completely agree! It feels good to use what we have.

[@HeatherHunterJ]

Label Label Label 💖🥰💖

[@maryloubailey]

Can't live without my label maker. 🌞

[@HeatherHunterJ]

967 look at you MaryLou 😮❤🎉 ok back to the video 🙏

[@maryloubailey]

Ooh. You are counting down with me. That is so sweet. It means a lot to me that something like that matters to you. Thank you.

[@eugenialittle1707]

I too love making America girl doll clothes

[@maryloubailey]

What have been some of your favorite things to sew for AG dolls?

[@rosemarymurray8256]

So do you actually make fabric dolls ??😊

[@maryloubailey]

I have only made the pioneer rag dolls that I've shown on my channel. Thanks for watching and commenting.

[@rosemarymurray8256]

@@maryloubailey thank you for answering me ! Happy holidays!🎄