stop brain rot, start sewing

[@fromcarlyb]

hi friends!!! i hope you like this video, i had so much fun making it! feel free to drop your FAVOURITE PATTERN in the comment section (pattern recs are always appreciated) sending love

[@therewillbecatswithgwenhwyfar]

Thank you so much for the open captioning! As a hard of hearing person it feels very nice to be thought of and included in your content. ❤️

[@emmettvictor]

The fancy pants pattern by Tropical Research is also a great base pattern! It has an elasticated waist and can be easily adjusted to suit your needs

[@marywhite2407]

I would recommend the Archer button up shirt by Grainline studios .Jen Beeman [owner ] has about 15 step by step you tube videos to take you through the process. It’s a great pattern , not oversized , no darts, but a hint of shaping .. thanks for this , I’ve picked a few patterns …

[@stayglued2108]

im glad i found your videos fersure!

[@juliebarrett8903]

@@fromcarlyb Folkwear patterns are my favorite!

[@akvalia]

a lil tip for anyone who would like free patterns, go check libraries as they have magazines with patterns and ofc there's for knitting, crochet, etc. patterns too ^^

[@SouthpawElbowJabber]

Mood fabrics website has links to free patterns. ❤

[@emilyolivemoore1737]

This is an incredible tip

[@Allofnix]

Also books! If you have a disc drive, some books have cd extras with printable designs. It’s been the best way to get patterns that aren’t skewed in size for me personally

[@aprilcorvasce4735]

I am 70 & have been sewing since childhood, it’s given me hours of pleasure and I am so glad that young people are taking an interest in it! It’s a great skill and hobby.

[@viki7023]

I am 20 and I am just starting out in this world 🤭 My mom has a sewing machine but she doesn't know how to use it, I want to be able to make my own clothes, unique and to my liking❤

[@Kokobeluck7]

This is so real, I started sewing about a month ago and now my brain feel so much fresher

[@terryobi2479]

Just starting …. Feeling daunted

[@crazychicken4063]

​@@terryobi2479 yeah, I hear you. Keep trying. I've been sewing some for years but mostly trying to sew my own clothes. I'm not always successful. I did much better with little baby dresses and a simple shirt for boy toddlers. Maybe there will be something out there that will be the thing for you.

[@holly9240]

bought a feeding/maternity dress for my last pregnancy 3 years ago off of Amazon. Cheap, thin fabric, now has holes in it but loved the cut with all my heart. Pregnant again and finally in a place where I feel confident enough to make it. created my own pattern from the original dress and made it in a much thicker higher-quality fabric. learnt a lot and the amazing thing was that making this better version of the dress was actually 1/3 of the price!!!!

[@pumkitdrawz]

that's lovely, and congrats on the baby, have a safe pregnancy

[@PsychGal1980]

My skills jumped by MILEs when I got a Seamwork subscription. It’s an online pattern library that you pay an annual membership for and have access to all of their patterns, videos, community, etc. I’m not sure if it’s the kind of thing that I’ll keep forever, but for my first year or two of sewing clothing it was AH-mazing.

[@Evrgrn.o]

Oh my god that sounds amazing what

[@PsychGal1980]

@@Evrgrn.o it’s a great investment (for at least a year). They have all kinds of clothing and accessory patterns and courses. I really appreciated it as I was building my wardrobe. They have sales every once in a while, so I’d keep my eyes peeled for a discount.

[@PsychGal1980]

Oh! I forgot to mention that membership also gets you discounts to online fabric stores in north America and Europe. So that’s is well worth the membership price.

[@wildchildstitches]

WOAH. So I am very seriously looking into this now….is hard printing them out properly? If you don’t mind my asking

[@PsychGal1980]

@@wildchildstitches I’ve never had any issue printing them from my home printer (but they do include print shop files and projector files if that’s more your jam). I had never made a pdf pattern before getting a seamwork subscription and had no complications printing and assembling the patterns right off the bat.

[@gintongaparador999]

I woke up one day and decided I wanted to learn hand sewing and embroidery for no reason.

[@username_136-83]

wow! how is it coming along? i feel like hand sewers are rare outside the historical community

[@catharsis3083]

oh same! I've been doing pretty well with embroidery but hand sewing... let's say that there's no difference from the 7 year old child that was taught how to sew by her grandma and accidentally sewed her finger AND the fabric together to my current self LMAO. hope it's going well for you!

[@maggiebgsu]

me too hahahaha my husband is so confused right now

[@markg.1159]

Bernadette Banner is great for hand sewing. I've read her book, which covers a lot of techniques but is limited by being a book. Her vlogs can sometimes be helpful, but they're not really structured to be educational, even if she does talk about the construction details of each garment. The best resource is probably the videos she did for Skillshare (which I have not seen).

[@latreniabryant9384]

same

[@jojorey6886]

When I was young it was less expensive to make your own clothes so many people sewed. It was more difficult to sew because the machines were limited and the patterns and techniques were more advanced because of the fitted style fashion of the day. It’s much more easier to sew today with all the tools offered today, especially KZbin. I’m glad you’re encouraging a young generation to sew.

[@Jaragreene]

Sewing & books on tape is the ultimate combo

[@ElizabethManly-Spain-jf3ek]

Books on tape? Like an audio book or someone being taped reading a book?

[@Maychurroable]

I don’t sew but I just sat through this whole video…and I think I need to start now.

[@juliebarrett8903]

It’s so interesting to me to hear the phrase “zero waste pattern”. This is an ancient cloth weaving principle. My degree is in textiles, woven and constructed fabrics. Zero waste patterns are descended from Loom Shaped Garments. These garments were constructed of panels of woven fabrics, and the panels’ width, and resulting cloth, was determined by the width of the loom they were woven on. Every piece of the woven fabric was used, because it was handwoven…every inch was precious, and not to be wasted or discarded. Loom shaped garments were often augmented with gussets (smaller squares of the handwoven fabric) to create turning points for underarms, the crotch of pants, etc. I find loom shaped, handmade/sewn garments to be very beautiful and comfortable. They are also the original “zero waste” garments! I enjoyed your video - I’m happy to see that zero waste garments are coming back around. Creating one’s own personal clothing is enlivening, authentic, and can even be an ecological practice. Here’s my favorite textiles quote: “And the works of their hands clothed the living, honored the dead, and DECLARED THEIR DELIGHT.” (From the cover of an old Piecework textiles magazine.) Blessings on your endeavors! ❤

[@melmelrachel]

this feels TARGETED to me. i was learning how to sew awhile ago but due to unfortunate life events i have not had motivation to sew for the past few months. it is time for me to sew again

[@username_136-83]

omg same! go for it!

[@magskl672]

Same exact situation for me too! We got this, still have time to learn in 2024 ❤

[@donnabronner4837]

I'm 73. Been sewing on and off since 10 y/o. It is great for the brain. Vision is an issue now. More light!!

[@fromcarlyb]

Amazing!!!!

[@napaea9460]

I can’t even wear synthetic after I started sewing!! 🎉 only natural fibres for me! 🙌

[@shananigans0117]

Within the first 45 minutes!! I’m starting to get back into hobbies to try to cut down on the infinite doom scrolling

[@fromcarlyb]

heyyyyyy!!! yayyy that's the best!! i hope it's going well. i'm also trying to cut down on the doom scrolling smh :')

[@beebedoe]

THE HORSE MIC COMBO OH MY GOSH i adore it

[@dianafromaustralia3244]

I bought a gorgeous dress online. Not cheap. In the meantime I lost a lot of weight. Now in the process of altering it from Size 20 to Size 12.

[@GoingGreenMom]

I'm still at the beginning of my weight loss journey, I am hoping to use the Cashmerette Upton dress pattern I have to make some split side dresses/shirts to accommodate weight loss. The Stitchery does split side skirts and dresses that look great.

[@ielline]

Seeing the things (clothes, crafts etc) that I made with my own hands makes me happy. My main work is digital (data engineering) so every project I finish doesn’t make me feel as accomplished as something I made that is tangible.

[@jacquelinegriffin2294]

Was sewing while listening to this! SEWING IS THE BEST

[@ag5415]

I believe our personal fashion choices can be an act of rebellion. It can say a mouthful just by existing on our bodies , to create those fashions ourselves takes it miles further 💗

[@cfauria9171]

Thank you for this topic. I am 65 and newly retired. For my retirement gift, I bought myself a brand new Juki. I am a beginner sewist and wanted a new hobby. My first projects have been mending & hemming. Your video has encouraged me to start learning. I believe that sewing will help keep my brain alive! Thank you🥰

[@kimharrison8380]

So true to all of those things. Being completely in control of the fabric you purchase, the patterns you use, the fit of the final garment, the style lines you like. You get a garment at the end that you love and no-one else has the same thing. It's complete control and I find it freeing.

[@username_136-83]

omgggg it's such a coincidence to have this vid recommended the exact day I made something from scratch, entirely by hand! tbh, i used to sew clothes for my dolls as a child, but then... social media and phone addiction got to me. procrastination is the enemy, sometimes i think im wasting my time by not studying while sewing and feel guilty for doing a hobby. but it doesn't matter tho, i now keep reassuring myself that keeping myself engaged by doing something productive is MUCH better than just brainrot. sorry for rambling, love the video and the patterns!

[@sambastien6083]

Can I just say how much I appreciate the built-in captions? 💚

[@1mercurygirl]

Commenting this to push to more people! Sustainability, fulfillment, community, etc. EXACTLY WHAT EVERYONE NEEDS!!!!!!! LOVE THIS

[@fromcarlyb]

so kind !!!! i couldn't agree more!!!!!!!

[@LadyAlyseGrandmaGamer]

Wow! I just love this channel! I have been sewing since I was 11. My dad taught me to sew in 5th grade. I didn't even have a sewing machine until I was 13. Oh, I'm now 71. You are so charming and so right about sewing! Yes, I love your microphone. :) Good job and thanks for the great encouragement!

[@MicahKC]

Roberts Wood being the final boss is so real of you! My fave patterns right now are the Syd Graham Tie Top/Dress by Syd Graham (flowy, great for us weight-lifting people), the Clemence Bag by Wanderjuna (think fancy overnight garment bag, but you make it), the Chirripo Top by Itch to Stitch (fitted yoke around the upper bust and shoulders and then flowy from there), and the Taylor Skirt by Carolina Patterns (six words: button-down mini skirt with pockets)! Excited to see what you'll make next!

[@Ash-rg9cy]

I have everything I need to start sewing, including patterns and fabric, but have been so intimidated to start for some reason!

[@annalina-we]

You can do it!! 💪 It's just making sense of patterns one step at a time, with as many breaks as you want or need, and eventually you'll get more and more confident 😊

[@kiarafrei9145]

One trick to get you started is to buy some cheap fabric at thrift shops for example or use old bedsheets to make what they call a "mockup" which is like a trial version of the garment you're gonna make so that you aren't as anxious about "ruining" the beautiful fabric you bought :)

[@pennyforyourthoughts4]

Make mistakes, they can be a good laugh! ❤ You GOT THIS!

[@aprilcorvasce4735]

Make something very simple, an apron, a sack….just play with the machine…watch videos …it’s a whole big new world to explore…..just do it

[@Ash-rg9cy]

@@kiarafrei9145 I just bought some fabric at the thrift store because of your comment! All of you are so sweet--I appreciate it

[@tiwidesk]

I love this! I had a phase, when I felt like I had to "self draft" everything and a lot of the time it just didn't turn out that well. When I watched one of your videos where you used pattern I realised that I can learn so much from using them. Yes, you have to pay and cut them and follow instructions but afterwards you know so much more.

[@phonesallbroken]

So the very first thing I ever sewed by machine was actually the BeeZeeArt bat pattern! I know this isn't a garment pattern, but this is 100% what improved my skills the most. You have to be so precise to make it not look wonky, which I personally don't find discouraging and actually found really motivating! I've probably made upwards of 50 of these things now as I've ended up selling them, and I'm genuinely happy it was the first thing I sewed by machine. It's more of an intermediate pattern, but the skills you learn by pushing through the difficulty are invaluable. You've got darts and gussets, you've got places where you have to get three seams to meet at a point, you've got fiddly small pieces that require a lot of pivoting, there are opposing curves and learning how to clip seams. And on top of that, it works best on a stretchy fabric! I started with fleece, so not too stretchy, and have moved to a stretchier minky. All of this meant that when I sewed my first garment (the Peekaboo oversized tee pattern) sized for a human and not a plush, the material wasn't too intimidating, and I had a really good time making it! I think choosing a pattern that holds your interest is the single most important part of sewing. For me, making garments and accessories as a beginner would've meant I never got into it, but making something I was interested in at first has meant I've been happy to make a garment, although plush will still be what I make the most of! Really interesting video, and I liked seeing the perspective of pattern progression for sewing skills from the garment side of things!

[@augustclementine]

i bought the anne tilley magic pants after watching your video on them and i CANNOT wait to make them. i have a feeling that once i make them i'll never want to wear any other pants again

[@HouseofLadyJ]

I absolutely LOVE sewing! Sewing is literally therapy for me. It is such a great hobby for my brains, no lie lol😅 I kid you not when I say this is my therapy.

[@CreatorsHandiwork]

NGL the horsie microphone was the main reason I clicked on this video but now here I am finding myself inspired to start a sewing project today ✨

[@tishie42]

I started sewing in 2019 and I regret nothing. It helps ease my stress, helps me problem solve and I have something to show for it. 😊 100% agree about the awful sweatshop conditions people work in for fast trashion industry. I only buy bras and socks now but I am working on the bra part. I didn't realize how much time I spent every day pulling on my tshirts, adjusting my underwear and tugging at my pants until I made items that fit me and was actually disgusted at the awful fit of fast fashion. We all have different bodies and need different fits. I hate seams and cover mine with scraps from my fast trashion clothes as they die off. Give all patterns some consideration, be they indie or big companies. Burda has an entire magazine that is full of patterns. There's Seamwork for a subscription service and tutorials. I love the Japanese sewing books even though they require tracing and adding seam allowance. You will find your groove. I dont sew quilts or crafts but there's a whole world of that out there too. 💚☺️

[@michellexx1214]

you need to make a beginners guide for people interested in sewing! That would be awesome

[@fromcarlyb]

great idea!!!

[@lizbellle]

Sewing helped me with my skin picking and anxiety. Keeps my hands and brain busy.

[@bettydraper2034]

havent finished watching the video yet but omg!!! this is exactly what i need ive been avoiding looking at my thrifted fabric stash for monthsssssss bc i cant decide what to do w any of it!! i cant wait to look at all of these patterns

[@momoso143]

Thank you for wanting to stop my brain rot, and fulfilling my fashion needs!! Instant subscribe!!! ❤

[@eblake3617]

I just started my first pair of magic pants thanks to you! Thank you for inspiring me to get back into sewing ❤

[@MysteryDancerMan]

Love supporting independent pattern makers ✨many of them pattern test with sewists of all different sizes making the final product with many sizes and body shapes in mind 🥰

[@user-pf7ht6jl7v]

I've been wanting to learn how to sew for so long, and I love fashion! This video is really inspiring me to finally follow my heart and chase my dreams. Thank you for the push I needed!

[@silverrraven5349]

none of these patterns are my style, but this has definitely fueled the "sew something. anything." type mood i'm in lately. yesterday i did some mending for the first time. i had a shirt and a pair of pants that both had a little hole and i darned them up and it worked great! i also started actually sewing a project i cut out many moons ago. it's a shirt inspired by bernadette banner's mr darcy shirt, but with short sleeves because i didn't actually have enough fabric. i definitely have not optimized the construction but i'm pretty sure it's going to work in the end so that's all that matters lol

[@Remy2121]

0:17 me on my phone watching this while sewing😬

[@Ammie15.93]

I've sewn in the past, your video inspires me to get started again! ☺

[@fromcarlyb]

YAY!!!

[@ItsJennB]

I would say I'm an intermediate sewer, but even learning just a few things at first has made me more sustainable with my fashion. I can mend and alter my clothes to make them last so much longer!

[@KathleenIllustrated]

now THAT's a valuable sewing resource 💋👨‍🍳

[@kassymendoza5805]

One of the first dresses I ever made was the Hubba Ding Bethany Dress! It is a wrap dress, so no zippers or closures and the fit is adjustable! I still wear the original dress I made from a thrifted bedsheet and have made at least 3 more! Amazing first garment project!

[@DinaRamse]

I absolutely love the Twig and Tale patterns for easy instructions and easy-wear clothing.

[@fromcarlyb]

love it!!

[@ambar8475]

I don’t have a sewing machine cuz I’m kinda broke but I have needles and fat quarters that I get cheap from Walmart/dollar tree and I make doll clothes!! You still learn so much about patterns, pattern making and construction and about different sewing methods! It’s just on a smaller scale lol! There’s so many doll pattern books for free out there and since the projects are small they don’t take long to find. It’s helped me stop scrolling and feeling bad about it, can’t wait to be able to buy a sewing machine and make more things!

[@abewilson8570]

I’ve just asked for a sewing machine for Christmas with NO SEWING EXPERIENCE. I keep oscillating between thrilled and terrified at the idea of my first project, but your enthusiasm and joy discussing these patterns has totally confirmed my decision that this is going to be a great hobby. I subscribed within the first two minutes of watching, keep up the awesome recs.

[@catyshark6323]

Helens closet patters are excellent for beginners, size inclusive, cute, hackable and Helen is a delight. A++ would recommend 🙃

[@janlp1667]

YAY for sewing! I've spent the last 3 days patchworking and quilting....I'm determined to make a hoodie and here you are with this great sewing video inspiration! Thanks for sharing your pattern recomendations. 💜💜💜

[@fromcarlyb]

That sounds like a lovely 3 days!! Aw I hope your project goes really well. Thank you for watching!

[@loes_moene]

I love all the patterns from PuffAndPencil! Very detailed instructions and they have drafted their patterns so you can switch between different types of sleeves for most of their tops/dresses :)

[@emilym8308]

reporting back !! after watching this video i purchased the soften tote bag and am proud to say i finished it on Monday!!! very happy with it :) i bought all the fabric from a secondhand sewing store, even the wadding! thank you for the rec!

[@AliciaFerrer-p6m]

You are so right young lady. I love to see and get lost in my mind when I sew. And yes, sewing makes sense for so many reasons, which you gave outlined in your video. You are always learning techniques, which I have so much to learn. Keep going with your informative videos. Take care.

[@fromcarlyb]

it's such a good feeling! you are absolutely right - there's so much to learn (how fun!) thank you for watching!

[@merrim7765]

First of all, your horsey mike is brilliant!!! LOL!!! I've been sewing over 60 years. You are so right! Everyone should be a sewist! It's the greatest tool for brain-rot prevention.

[@violettaschmieder2096]

the unique modern and very cute alternative patterns BY ARTISTS are real real added value to this Video i need more of that!

[@cristianewenglarek3957]

Do I know how to sew? No! But how satisfying is watching Carly sew! ❤

[@jxsminx1306]

My grandma (rest her soul) and my mom were the people in my life who could sew, unfortunately they never passed the skill to me. I always wanted to learn, and the last time I brought my clothes to a seamstress, they were ruined… this is the calling I didn’t know was there till your video. Love your accent and style 💕

[@abiramsay]

You’re so inspiring! This is the encouragement I needed to get into this hobby. I literally got a sewing machine from a buy nothing group today and am so excited to get started with this list😊

[@libitskittles]

I was just telling a friend that I don’t want to start sewing. I’m a big believer of creating over consuming, but seeing seems so far out of my wheelhouse. This video changed my mind and I want to start sewing now!

[@jessicaedvenson4983]

Can't wait to get into sewing. You're so wholesome, never change

[@fromcarlyb]

yyayyyyyyy!!!!!! aw thank you

[@GGGIA]

ive just got back into sewing and its been exactly what you've described in this video. no more procrastination and i feel so fulfilled. i made 4 bags this last weekend 😅😊

[@fromcarlyb]

YAY I'M SO HAPPY FOR YOU!!!! 4 bags!!! lets gooooooo

[@SamanthaFranke-d4k]

As soon as I saw you talking into the horse I knew I was going to subscribe 😊I relate to this video so much. I am the greenest of the sewers- I do it purely to alleviate brain rot haha. I actually hand sewed a couple of cushions recently using some linen tablecloths I bought at discount. It was so soothing, I use the cushions everyday, and I appreciate them every time I use them.

[@ashleyhall6287]

I enjoy your videos so much! Thanks for being a bright spot on the internet!

[@anx1ety_prime]

i have a sewing machine that i got years ago as a gift but have never used. this video inspired me to get it from the garage and see if i can get it working. thank you!

[@fromcarlyb]

yayyyyyyyy that's the best!!!!!

[@ag5415]

I'm beyond thrilled that you compiled this list. Great points and I couldn't agree more with all of them. There was a time in internet sewist history...well I feel like folks used to do these more frequently. Pattern lists or reviews of patterns. I have quite a few Anna Allen on my list , Trop. Research and the beloved Hubba Ding. I was holding my breath to see if Roberts Wood came up and I'm so glad it did. I appreciate a more "grindy" and/or highly technical pattern. You just feel your brain GROW and it's great. Zero waste patterns sound exciting to me, drafting clothing from the material you have + your measurements - Amazing.

[@VSMStuff]

LOVE the horse, he galloped through the video nicely. lol Love all your recommendations, def gonna have the make the magic pants! I recently made the Baby Doll Dress by tropicalresearch, and am IN LOVE WITH IT!!!! It is so cool n' flowy on these hot southern days. Now to combat my brain rot, I am working on 3 different quilts at once!!! 😆 I'm new to quilting, and may have become a little bit obsessed. 🙃

[@NinaKnits]

This is such a nice approach to learn sewing! It scratches my brain the right way haha I will start with the hood next week:)

[@fromcarlyb]

aw i'm so glad!!!! good luck with the hood - it looks like such a cute project.

[@giannacohen8476]

I was Shocked and excited when you showed the Ann Tilley pants! I am watching this video because I did a workshop on tailoring and alteration with Ann TODAY and wanted some pattern inspiration!! super cool loved this video :)

[@merikkumaa]

This was the perfect summary for me, I had no idea where to begin with so many options out there I wasn’t sure where to start.

[@lauramaud]

This was such pleasure to watch - thank you! I am definitely attempting to stop brain rot by sewing!

[@mdeavers7881]

I stumbled across this video and oh my god. I learned how to sew when I was like 13 by my grandmother and then just left it behind for a long time. I’m now starting again, mostly trying to cosplay but my dream is to make my own clothes. I don’t know if the patterns you picked out are just so universal but I love the styles you picked so much, I think there was only like two I wouldn’t use or wear myself. So so so excited to try some of these out and challenge myself as well as lurking on the pattern makers websites you shared. Happy sewing and THANK YOU for sharing your enthusiasm and passion for sewing!!! It’s infectious 🦋🦋🦋

[@ellanoether9209]

LOVE the Anne of Green Gables reference!! All I can think about when puff sleeves are mentioned lol

[@martinaodell2866]

Sewing a tiny shirt for a doll while listening to you. ❤

[@laurencooper3627]

I have never been let down my merchant and mills - every pattern is perfection and it always goes together so well. I would pay attention to how they rank their patterns because they do rank them from beginner onwards

[@annepahler8726]

Thank you for this. After years and years of patchworking I recently started sewing clothes due to my daughter- in- law's interest in cosplay - and I hope there are interesting things to come. Love sewing!!!

[@moniquebree3425]

You are the only person I have heard reference the Anne of Green gables puff sleeve obsession! Althought I didn't know there was a movie!!

[@fromcarlyb]

hahahahha OH THE MOVIES ARE AWESOME!!!!

[@rhiandrews]

I love your list! One pattern maker I would love to throw out there is Sydney Graham! Her patterns are incredibly detailed and thoughtful and come with in depth video tutorials. Her vibe makes approaching sewing with zero previous knowledge accessible and fun!

[@BenaissaHome]

The horse is such a nice addition 😊

[@eg6028]

LOVED THIS VIDEO. This was what I needed to get back on the sewing horse. Your insights are so amazing and your delivery condenses the myriad of benefits of sewing (or crafting in general) concisely. Would love to see more like this - recommendations for patterns, tips for sewing, tips for finding fabric while thrifting, etc.

[@JoyceXiu]

I love all these patterns! I'm currently enrolled in a short fashion course and we get to learn making patterns from scratch and it's a really difficult skill to learn! I salute all these lovely pattern makers

[@alb3988]

Oh my God, I am stunned by your video. It is so humble and nice and passionate. Thank you for walking us through the journey.

[@fromcarlyb]

aw this is so kind. thank you for watching!

[@mossnfern]

I’m in a sewing rut right now and this is helping me get out of it. Thank you for all the great pattern recommendations! Never thought I would be excited to sew a hood.

[@luciapolo4010]

I am learning to sew and this video is everything I wanted... THANK YOU SO MUCH !!!!

[@fromcarlyb]

YAYYYYYY!!!

[@bethlong6773]

I’ve only watched about 3 of your videos, but I’m hooked! Your content is so inspiring and you are perfectly charming! Thank you for doing what you do! 🫶🏻

[@fromcarlyb]

Aw thank you for watching!! Means so much!!!

[@ljshaw8516]

Love the puffs, ruffles, ties, always pockets and lace, lace and more lace. Thanks Carly B!!!

[@valisha.1111]

thank you! just got a toy sewing machine and it works, i will be trying out things and see if like sewing. love your vibes

[@pruhuskey4710]

Thank you Carly B, I love your style! Fav has to be the Frux Studio dress and blouse, to die for! Sewing my entire life has been one of the best creative outlets on the planet. Total fan

[@Anna-es2sm]

Oh my goodness the baguettes belt pouch is so COOL

[@amberka2884]

I'm taking this video as a sign, I'll start sewing

[@fromcarlyb]

YAYYYYY

[@catastrophicwaitress]

I've added so many patterns to my "want to sew soon" list from this video, thank you!! also I just love your energy :)

[@TheSolipsist0]

I made the Helene Jeans without ever making on pair of trousers or anything wearable at all: Complete win! I changed my second pair to make it more of a carrot shape. This is my go to pattern. I made 5 pairs. One needs 8 hours of concentration. That’s all. Love it. Great pattern selection. I also made the Ora Dress in cupro. The finishes are stunning - better then bought dresses. I learned the burrito method by this (needed KZbin support though).

[@SouthpawElbowJabber]

I am a sewist and I love your video. You’re so right and it’s nice to see young ppl online that see the value of these arts/skills.

[@kendelleking8337]

I love the suggestions :) I need to replace my godawful Singer Start (I bought it in 2020 expecting to be furloughed and needing something to kill time but joke's on me because they furloughed almost every department BUT mine and gave us extra work. It's only just calmed down in early 2024 but now my house has so many projects taking priority) and find a machine that I don't want to yeet from the top of a nearby hill every time I break it out!! Once I get around to that I'll be coming back to look at these patterns. OMG the Roberts Wood ones make my heart flutter!

[@fromcarlyb]

bahahaha i relate to the feeling of wanting to throw a sewing machine off a nearby hill. I really hope you get to find some calm & peace in your work department, but also you get lots of time to do projects that make you happy! Good luck on your machine search - I'm sure you'll find something awesome. RW is DIVINE!!!!

[@jeanriggs5044]

What a cute and informative video. I sew but loved seeing pattern companies that I haven't heard about and want to give them a try. Thanks for a great video!

[@LittleDizzyGirl]

Everything you're saying is so valid! I'm currently making a capsule wardrobe that I'm halfway through with. I've been taking 1-2 months to make a single piece of clothing, but taking the time to make everything fit well and putting the effort to learn new skills is totally worth it and makes me feel accomplished. I just put a ton of effort into learning making a button up shirt for the first time that I could buy for $10 at the thrift store, but it's so much more satisfying to have made it myself

[@reggiestickleback7794]

Military is a great place to start sewing. All my stuff kept ripping, then started helping others out, now it’s the point that people everywhere come for me for mods because they don’t want to drive far to get stuff repaired. Had no idea I’d get into this hobby lol

[@aleksandramatusz2013]

i love the archer work pants by the matchy matchy sewing club! works up so quickly

[@kaemincha]

oh my GOD this is exactly what i needed in my infinite scrolling, thank you !!!