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“I think it helps not to get caught up in the what-if, but just to do it, for intrinsic reasons, because you feel a passion, because you feel like something in this idea is so potent, that I can't not do it.”
- Bernadette Banner
This week’s guest on The Videocraft Show Presented By Video Husky transformed her passion for a history of fashion into a platform of more than a million KZbin subscribers (and growing).
Bernadette Banner is a historian, filmmaker, and creator. She’s most known for her KZbin videos documenting her insights on historic English and American fashion, mostly from the Victorian era.
Bernadette is an alum of NYU’s Tisch Drama School of Arts, where she finished her work in 2017. She also studied at the School of Historical Dress in London, working on reconstruction and publication projects. Bernadette also spent time working in costume design on Broadway for well-renowned shows such as Aladdin and Annie.
In this conversation, Bernadette and host Jon Santiago discuss many topics, including:
▶️ How she conducts research for her videos and why it actually never ends.
▶️ How she thinks about allocating her time for the variety of platforms she’s active on.
▶️ The costs that creators like her have to pay when they become public figures with massive audiences.
▶️ Being fearless and going after what you want.
▶️ How she defines success for her KZbin channel.
And much more.
RELEVANT LINKS
📌 Bernadette Banner on KZbin: / @bernadettebanner
📌 Bernadette Banner on Instagram: / bernadettebanner
📌 Bernadette Banner’s Website: bernadettebanner.co.uk/
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📌 Tisch Drama Alumna Bernadette Banner Creates Online Business Studying Historical Dress: tisch.nyu.edu/drama/news/tisc...
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CHAPTERS
00:00 Intro
02:55 Start of conversation with Bernadette Banner
04:25 How Bernadette fell in love with the history of fashion
06:50 Working on Broadway as a design assistant
10:49 Being fearless and going after what you want
13:41 What she learned from NYU and Broadway
16:01 Finding and embracing her voice and worth
19:16 Learning who to trust and not to trust
20:34 Using her platform to elevate other important causes
22:45 How Bernadette started her KZbin channel
25:26 Gaining 50,000 subscribers in two weeks
28:06 Doing research for videos as a dress historian
35:53 Where Bernadette's curiosity comes from
37:27 Her process for editing her KZbin videos
41:57 Her process for marketing her KZbin videos
45:15 Managing and uploading to different platforms
49:57 How she manages her Patreon account
55:03 Her main sources of income as a content creator
57:24 How Bernadette deals with negative comments online
01:01:26 How she feels when asked about having 1 million subscribers
01:08:55 How Bernadette defines success for her KZbin channel
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[@bernadettebanner]

It was so lovely chatting with you, thanks for having me!

[@Kueytwo]

If you want something done right, do it yourself. Only hire someone to do mailings if they are very very trustworthy. Then hire someone else who is reliable to track and report their trustworthiness regularly.

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks for taking the time. This is a very enlightening conversation for me! - Jon Santiago

[@WildCosy]

Watching this was so lovely and has kept me company during all the little rest moments of today. Bernadette you have given me such a lovely cosy calming place to hang out in on the Internet and I will be forever grateful for that. 🥰 I send cuddles to Cesario ❤

[@oddbeth3948]

@Bernadette Banner have you thought of starting a podcast?

[@candaceclayton1043]

Me. Banner you are my favorite part of KZbin/ internet and the reason why I started sewing again.

[@patriciaburr4826]

I cannot sew a lick but I can watch her for hours and I have binge watched her. Her videos are pure joy to watch. She actually makes me want to sew. By hand no less

[@gregmunro1137]

I have been a hand quilter for years , but watching Bernadette got me into hand sewing in a way I never expected.... I get so excited when I hand fell a seam or repair a button hole ( I made my eldest daughter a full Edwardian apron and cap from scratch with tiny wee stitches ). Watching Bernadette has also changed the way I hand sew my quilt tops -- if you want to sew, just do it . Even if you make yourself cotton dish towels, doesn’t have to be fancy, but you can look at them with pride

[@Siansonea]

You should give sewing a try. You will be surprised at how simple it can be, especially hand sewing. Even if you don't make anything huge, the satisfaction of just putting a couple of pieces of cloth together might surprise you.

[@patriciaburr4826]

@@Siansonea actually I am thinking of trying to make a tie on pocket when my sister gets here. She is a really good seamstress and can guide me.

[@Siansonea]

@@patriciaburr4826 do it! And then keep doing it. The only difference between you and Bernadette is that you haven't picked up the needle yet. Every experienced seamstress picked up a needle for the first time at one point. And as long as it gives you a feeling of satisfaction, you should keep sewing. It's a very accessible pastime, and I think having even basic sewing skills is a great benefit.

[@andreagriffiths3512]

I learnt patchwork last year in lockdown and made 4 (plus another for a friend’s child) cushions based on Hogwarts Houses. I worked on them when I had insomnia. All done by hand and I even learnt how to put in zippers. This year I made an epic cushion (again in lockdown insomnia) of the Breaking Benjamin emblem with pattern and colours inspired by their Ember album. It was extremely daunting. I’ve never sewn clothes but I find hand sewing very calming. You can’t use a machine in the dead of night. And I’m terrified of sewing my fingers to the machine.

[@tdorn20000]

She really shows how big the difference between educator and influencers. She really is a gem.

[@ViolosD2I]

Yep, one already sounds like a plague.

[@amhellbent]

yes, absolutely.. and this was an oustanding interview. i hav no idea how i came across her channel a couple of days ago but its been a pleasure to randomly watch about ten of her videos since then. and now see this interview today... thanks youtube!

[@piccalillipit9211]

I am a guy, I started watching her about 3 years ago. Then when lockdown happened I made a flat cap/paperboy hat and it was terrible. But I kept going and now I can bespoke pattern draft a historical suit and make it. I'm wearing trousers, a shirt and a waistcoat not THAT I MADE - which still blows me away. And it is ALL from her inspiration. Everyone should give it a go. It's just a series of small procedures one after the other - nothing is that hard.

[@carnation_cat]

Good for you! Wow. I can't remember his name, but maybe you've seen the channel of the guy in England(?) who dresses in period clothing every day. I think he makes it, too, but I'm not sure.

[@fafalise2023]

@@carnation_cat zack pinsent of pinsent tailoring xx

[@carnation_cat]

@@fafalise2023 Thanks! :)

[@angelartamesia2]

I love it when men become inspired with vintage clothes and old times clothes, not many men are brave enough to dress like a gentlemen :)😀

[@kaoskronostyche9939]

Good on you, sir. My ex-wife was a textile artist and fashion designer - very talented - and I helped her with all her projects from making the cloth and designing the pattern, pinning it down and cutting it out. learned a lot about fashion, etc., and she taught me how to dress. I supported myself as a carpenter and there is no difference between assembling a home from a plan (pattern) and assembling a garment from a pattern (plan). Just different tools, techniques and materials. I have a top quality sewing machine but an apartment so small I can barely store it, let alone use it. I have accumulated a top quality wardrobe from second-had stores - cashmere jackets, silk shirts, designer shoes in buttery soft leather, fedora hats, antique walking sticks - but the hillbilly paradise I live in leaves me all dressed up and nowhere to go. Literally. This town is so dangerous I have to go out armed and sport more of a "combat classic" both as armour and for concealed carry. The wardrobe standard here is "white trash slovenly" and the obesity rate far exceeds the national average. I'm pretty sure a well-dressed man in my town would be treated like the "pretty boy" in a dark, violent Western and have a violent, humiliating and gruesome end. (By the way, I came here from somewhere else to do a project then got kind of trapped. Yes, I am trying to get out of here to somewhere more civilized but I am old and health and money have been some limitations.) My goal is to find somewhere with a Swing Dance scene and a competent dance partner willing to go or currently going vintage of that era. I just hope our economy and culture remain stable so I can find and relocate to that place ... and dance myself into the Apocalypse. I watch Bernadette, Karolina Zebrowska, Morgan Donner, Rachel Maksey and others to keep my interest alive and to inject some beauty into my life ... a quality missing from this town and from the modern world in general. When I do get a chance to dress well it feels SO GOOD - the clothing is just of such better quality, fit, and design. Keep 'em flying and have fun. Cheers

[@jess5046]

Great interview, Jon. You didn't interrupt and allowed her to speak until she finished her thoughts, got her on track when she forgot what her point was, and provided great active listening to further the conversation. So rare to find in an interview!

[@Video-Husky]

Thank you, Jess for the kind words. I appreciate it! - Jon Santiago

[@Charlotte13118]

I follow Bernadette which is how I saw this video existed, but I want to say the interviewer was excellent. Very professional, good pacing, good editing, kept the conversation going and was flexible when the topic meandered. Very well done.

[@bethotoole6569]

I agree

[@super_siri]

Agreed and I'm maybe ten minutes into the video.

[@susanrobertson984]

Aww it seems Ms Banner still doesn’t really appreciate how much her success is due to just how charming she really is. I appreciate the need to balance having a public persona versus your personal life and love the CosTube community and always want the creators to take care of their mental health over being a machine in turning our content. I would rather folks skip a week because they were just not on that week.

[@tK-be6ns]

Agreed! I would much prefer well-crafted content less often than a rush job to meet an arbitrary deadline.

[@gabbyb9418]

Yes! Watching videos that people don't want to make sucks. You can always tell something is off. Plus thats the kind of thing that leads to burnout & eventually quitting. Also there are literally billions of videos on youtube with 1000s of popular creators making amazing videos. People trippin.

[@abida2]

It’s also just more relatable when they take a week or 3 off. I prefer less videos so I can keep up 😆

[@kiki29073]

@@tK-be6ns you can't stay relevant that way. KZbin won't push your content if you aren't constantly rolling it out. Bernadette got lucky when the algorithm picked up one of her videos and recommended to a bunch of people. That's how she grew so fast. She went from pretty small to over 100,000 subs quick and once you do that if you keep the grind up you'll hit a million rather quickly. She didn't just then slowed down so her her growth slowed with it. But, at a certain point you can still make enough money if you can keep those subs watching and of course almost all of her videos are paid sponsers now.

[@NoaLeighMaxwell]

"I wanted a channel to just watch and relax with while sewing." Thank you for becoming exactly that channel! I watch and re-watch your stuff whenever I'm sewing... and it's all hand-sewing these days haha

[@EluraCorenBooks]

I've always sewn by hand but never thought to use that for clothing. Bernadette gave me the courage to try, and I haven't looked back. :)

[@deniseconnors8124]

Thank you for presenting this interview. Bernadette is a very private person - you struck gold when she agreed to be interviewed. The discussion was very enlightening . Hopefully, your channel grows by offering such interesting content.

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks Denise for watching and listening! And yes, if you enjoyed this conversation - feel free to check out our archive of previous conversations with other creators! :)

[@wandagrayson646]

One of the things I appreciate about Bernadette is her desire to be thoughtful and ethical in how she operates. I love the content she provides but her character makes it all the better.

[@Syntox]

She's a DELIGHT. Her channel is so educational.

[@duncanmckeown1292]

Bernadette's videos are really addictive. I am a guy who knows precious little about sewing...but I am very interested in history, and the history of costume through re-enactment groups. But the real thing I would put Bernadette's success down to is her true "star" quality....although she is certainly not the personality type to indulge in celebrity status. That is admirable! She is very witty...and the kind of person you would want to spend an "Edwardian" afternoon tea with! Oh! and pet "pig" Cesario is a star too!!

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

YES!!!

[@piccalillipit9211]

I am a guy, I started watching her about 3 years ago. Then when lockdown happened I made a flat cap/paperboy hat and it was terrible. But I kept going and now I can bespoke pattern draft a historical suit and make it. I'm wearing trousers, a shirt and a waistcoat not THAT I MADE - which still blows me away. And it is ALL from her inspiration. Everyone should give it a go. It's just a series of small procedures one after the other - nothing is that hard.

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

@@piccalillipit9211 Great! Greetings from Germany!

[@piccalillipit9211]

@@rosedewittbukater4203 - THANK YOu - greetings from an English guy in Bulgaria :-D

[@rosedewittbukater4203]

@@piccalillipit9211 I went on holiday to England between 1981 and 2019. My second home; I miss sorely not being able to go there anymore . . .

[@pheart2381]

Ms Banner is the reason Im watching this in a homemade victorian style nightgown made out of a bedsheet!

[@susanbassler7188]

Bernadette saying “Who the F even are we?” is a whole mood.

[@lenaeospeixinhos]

Must be frustrating to have the type of content that doesn't allow for a healthy dose of f-bombs 😂

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

I was pleasantly surprised to hear her swear both times. Historical women were not averse to swearing, and neither is she, and sometimes, there's no better way to express something than with a well-placed curse word lol

[@zacdulnuan862]

@@lifeontheledgerlines8394 time stamp?

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

@@zacdulnuan862 Oh boy, I'd have to rewatch the entire thing... I might re-comment later if I do indeed find the times

[@somewhatwoolly]

@@zacdulnuan862 12:08 and 1:02:17

[@catzkeet4860]

Nice to hear a you tuber remember that their audience is "people". Not just subscriber rates, not just "views", but real, living breathing humans. As a living breathing human, I appreciate being "seen" to a degree.

[@angelajohnson2830]

I view Patreon subscriptions as similar to donating to the library. You pay for something you like to have, but instead of keeping it to yourself you share it with the community.

[@bast713]

Watching Bernadette geek out over the subjects she clearly loves in her videos makes me return to her videos again and again. I appreciate her voice.

[@aliciaf1055]

It's not necessarily that she's articulate (she is) but that there is so much thought and consideration behind what she says.

[@markg.1159]

I like her explanation of how people use Patreon. I also find the whole reward system superfluous. I'm paying money to support the work, as she says, and to compensate the creator for what I've already consumed for free.

[@bluexroses414]

Yes, exactly how I feel. A couple of times small creators I support have tried to send physical perks in the mail and I have to message them insisting seriously please don't spend the postage I don't want it

[@daleannharsh8295]

Wow, there are a lot of creators who need to hear Bernadette's views on reading comments on her content. I think she's probably got the healthiest approach out there.

[@jirup]

Bernadette's were the first videos I saw with a full reference list... my inner nerd was ecstatic.

[@morgantraynor2444]

The reason why I think she’s amazing is BECAUSE she’s so down to earth and quirky. She’s so real. That makes her relatable. And being relatable AND really good at a handful of things is the winning formula. (I write, so, I have an understanding of what attracts people to characters in books). Thanks for getting Bernadette on your channel. I love listening to her talk. I definitely play her videos when I’m working on a project and trying to push through my anxiety-inducing stalls and/or boredom. The fact that she intended the channel for that exact purpose originally fills me with joy. I’m sad to know she’ll probably never read this, but, I think she’s really balanced as a person to be so intellectual, such a joy, AND humble and happy about where her life’s at. It takes a lot of internal growth and awareness to be able to know your limits and set boundaries for yourself to ensure your own happiness.

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

Respectfully, you can copy out your thanks and praise & either A) hand write it out & mail it to her, if she has a po box (sic) over in England Or B) attach it to her next video, where she may see it

[@super_siri]

@@catherinejustcatherine1778 great idea.

[@catherinejustcatherine1778]

@@super_siri thanks

[@lorrainekeys9639]

I found Bernadette by accident on KZbin this year. I’ve always wanted to do more sewing and didn’t know about historical sewing. My granddaughter is fascinated by Victorian times and clothes. We are going to attempt a Victorian ball gown for her prom in a couple of years time. I’ve already got the linen to make the chemise, then the corset, then the ball gown! We are both hooked. So thank you Bernadette. I loved this interview. The reason I believe Bernadette is “successful” on KZbin is because she is a genuinely lovely person and that comes through.

[@fionafiona1146]

That's an awesome project! Are you doing smaller stuff in between? I made my self the "American duchess" cape before attempting an actual jacket.

[@lorrainekeys9639]

@@fionafiona1146 I’m concentrating on finishing other projects for the next few months. Early next year I am moving house from one side of the country to the other to be nearer to my daughter and family so then we should be able to start. I’m going to attempt a chemise as I have my granddaughter’s measurements and a dress form but will wait until settled to start on the more complex things. So in the meantime lots of research…….😃

[@HeyMJ.]

@@fionafiona1146 Thank you for noting the ‘American duchess’ cape. Although I’ve come across Bernadette’s beautiful-but-complex, full-length ‘strolling’ coat, I haven’t yet seen her ‘American duchess’ cape. However, I will search /view the episode momentarily! 🫖

[@fionafiona1146]

@@HeyMJ. it's a shoe advert, I love it

[@martinafranciscus1281]

Bernadette saved my sanity during the lockdowns. She is so calming and still passionate about her topics. I love her channel.

[@MossyMozart]

Ms Banner's success comes from her very sweet personality, the soothing tone of her videos, and the gorgeous visuals she achieves in her productions. She is elegant, thoughtful, and extremely creative. Those qualities are rightly recognized and admired by so many people who have no desire to stitch a thing.

[@Ann-pn9or]

I bet she doesnt have a single tatoo, either!

[@marylyn5965]

Never miss Bernadette, Abby Cox, Nicole Rudolph, or Rachel Maksy. Thank you!

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

and not to forget Cathy Hay

[@marabuora9547]

And Morgan Donner! All of them are so amazing🥰

[@its_me_jen_jen9204]

Absolutely!

[@anoeticangel]

@Bernadette Banner, as a member of the historical costuming community it is amazing to see you interacting in a more natural way then your videos (which I also love btw). It's great to be able to see that other side of you, and see that personal side. I have seen some negative online social spaces which are not kind to yourself and other "influencers" so I understand keeping so much private. You are rocking being you and give other younger people in the HC community safety in finding themselves

[@piccalillipit9211]

QUOTER "I have seen some negative online social spaces which are not kind to yourself and other "influencers" you mean online groups of tragically jealous people... Sadly in 2021 everyone believes they are entitled to success.

[@ellenrittgers990]

She’s very perceptive about the pitfalls of both unleavened praise and vicious negativity. The former overfeeds ego, and the latter is destructive with no value.

[@ross2812]

Great comment.

[@kevincooper4177]

More youtubers should edit their videos like Bernadette, or at least script them instead of repeating things over and over. I'd watch a two hour bernadette video without hesitation.

[@MossyMozart]

@Kevin Cooper - Ms Banner is not just a clothing historian. She is also very talented at video-making. Her videos are beautiful, soothing, and skillful.

[@9206156175]

Ms. Banner is who inspired me to learn how to sew. My mother sewed my entire life and yet, Bernadette banner was the one who really made me want to learn

[@NekonataVirino]

I’ve been watching Bernadette’s stuff for about 2.5 years now - so not quite from the start but definitely before her work really took off. I thought I was part of a tiny niche interest community who really were a bit weird but whatever - it’s harmless. Who knew there were so many people who love this stuff AND love the way she presents it. I’m so pleased it is really working out for her.

[@katyb2793]

I started watching her when she was in the tens of thousands. When I told my friend about it she was so amazed at how niche the channel was. I was like...really? I just took it for granted there were lots of people interested in history, so why not historical fashion? 😅

[@meacadwell]

@@katyb2793 I started watching her not too long after she started. I never thought of it as 'niche' though - I know a lot of cosplay and historical dressing people (I do historical garments) so always thought of it as regular. lol

[@rainygreymornings]

Listening to Bernadette talk about sources and citations made my morning. She’s such a wonderful human and scholar.

[@throughcolouredglasses9300]

Her videos inspire me to not only make things with my hands, but to take time and appreciate the small moments and steps in whatever i do. The cinematography, music, detail shots are beautiful and remind and inspire me to romanticise my own life, and to appreciate the little, grounded things. She got me through hard times and taught me not only sewing and history bits, but to find the magic in everyday life, to find contentment in doing things with intention. She really enriched my life and I'm so grateful for her channel.

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

I could not agree any more .... Bernadette is like a Balm for the Soul and Heart !!

[@Katastrophising]

*saying something vaguely self-depricating& Bernadette: nO! LOVE YOURSELF! YOU ARE SMART!

[@janemarriott3389]

Cream rises to the top. Offering videos with quality, passion, historically based material with humility and humor pleases viewers- a million of them! Brunette rocks it. Thanks for this episode!

[@joannemcmillan9201]

I came across Bernadette Banner late one night. I remember commenting that she was such a wonderfully odd person. I loved her so much I subscribed and continued to watch her regularly. I credit her with tuning me into historical costuming and costuming in general. And indirectly costumers of color because she lead me to Costuming Drama who showcased Costumers who were non white.

[@saritshull3909]

Do you watch not your mommas history? She's so brilliant and Bernadette just made 2 videos with her

[@KasSommers]

I never thought I'd watch an hour-long KZbin video, but Bernadette was the draw for me. I'll share this because it has a lot of useful information.

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks, Kas for sharing!

[@dxmxrxsbxxckthxwxxdxlf3931]

After watching several of her videos, I wondered what she did for work and her background and this video is long overdue for me

[@barbaraanne2136]

Now you see why so many of us follow Bernadette Banner. She did a you tube video on her schedule and process of editing. I recommend it to many You tube makers, because she is what I concider a consumate you tube video maker. i would like to point out her music selection is spot on. She writes and edits her commentary, instead of blabbing on and on. If you find yourself watching her videos over and over you may realize, "It is her enthusiasm for her subject" that insires you, and makes you want to know more. Photography is amazing. She is really even better than she thinks she is!

[@galev3955]

She really has some magic, and maybe it really is her enthusiasm. I explicitly hated all fashion (also hated history as a subject in school) and knew nothing about sewing or dressmaking. And I stumbled upon her channel and was captivated while not understanding half of what was going on and now I am starting to grow an appreciation for fashion and history.

[@isabellaoviedo8709]

If Bernadette wrote a book, I would buy it. No matter what it was about.

[@RR4711]

Her book Make Sew Mend is now available for preorder.

[@gregstorkwilson2745]

Bernadette Banner is the Ken Burns of historical clothing.

[@DeliaLee8]

Better than Ken Burns :)

[@spunkycat6144]

YES, so true!

[@MossyMozart]

@Greg (Stork) Wilson - Well put.

[@sarahuhlich6833]

This interview further cemented my hope to be like Bernadette when I grow up…and I’m older than her 😅

[@kimberly_erin]

Sameeeee

[@Alice-gr1kb]

her literally screaming and clutching her face at being complimented was so relatable

[@lynetteclauser3551]

Maybe I’m different than most KZbin watchers, but I rarely, rarely, click on something because of a title or image. In Bernadette’s case, it was the content of hand sewing at first and afterward, her personality and passion for the subject that made me a subscriber. I’m an artist and appreciate artistry in many forms.

[@PosyGirl72]

same, i click for content not flashy title screens

[@zvezdoblyat]

For me the thumbnail is everything. It’s a sneak peak into what your video will reflect, it shows a bit of personality, and the quality of the video itself. In similar ways, it’s also how I choose reading books, I always judge a book by the cover

[@PosyGirl72]

@@zvezdoblyat I did that once - picked a book by the cover, However that worked out incredibly well and I found a new author that I love. But the cover doesn't dictate if I choose a book or not.

[@zvezdoblyat]

@@PosyGirl72 to me it does

[@saritshull3909]

I also really like that her titles are straightforward. Like she said, she promises and then she delivers.

[@creepydoll2872]

She is a HUGE inspiration to me and many people I know. Bernadette made me feel like being me and being passionate about fashion history and history in general, is awesome. I don't dress for the Victorian era but I dress for the 1950s and 60s daily and she was the one who inspired me to dress as my fashion passion and it changed my life, mental health and helped me meet so many wonderful people. She also made handsewing look cool, so I taught myself how.

[@anabella8028]

I find her videos absolutely fascinating

[@isabelpires927]

Good pointers on sending that fearless email: when I was an undegraduate in Portugal I emailed a few lecturers back in the UK to do my research project with them, one of them said yes, and doing a project with him changed my life. Just send it!

[@isabelpires927]

And by the way, this was an excellent interview. I follow Bernardette and admire her professionalism and work ethic in the youtube world, and this interview just increased my respect for her.

[@gardengirl7258]

I love her! She has that “thing” that draws people into her passion for her craft. Respect for that talent.

[@PeachPlastic]

One of my favourite points of hers is the one about the constant consumption of feedback we're being prompted if not forced to ingest.

[@joannevieira5757]

I'm so glad I checked my subscription feed. As I scrolled this one came up. Must be because I'm subscribed to Bernadette. I've always wanted to hear a conversation with her and to hear her background history which she alludes to in her videos but never fully feels you in on. We know she's been in school we know she's done theater and now she does video. Thank you for filling in a lot of the blanks by having her as a guest.

[@Ladythyme]

She’s so unique, smart and additionally so poised and articulate to watch …subscribed years ago and have watched her grow… amazing fun and unique channel…sewing is not in my wheelhouse so I sew vicariously through her…and very well I might add! Lol

[@grizeldaxxx4568]

Hahahaha that is so true, I get a small thrill when I sew a button on and imagine Bernadette is cheering me on hahahhaa

[@avivagodfrey]

***HUGE*** BERNADETTE FAN. The whole fashion history/historybounding community is amazing, but our dear Miss Banner is a true inspiration. She's been the number one motivator for me getting back into sewing and why I am no longer afraid of small bolt sizes - because as she said, piecing is period!! BLESS.

[@lindak7499]

Really enjoyed this interview. There is another You Tuber that I watch that has over 1 million subscribers. Her negative comments usually deal with asking her how much she spent to get the tools or equipment or whatever that she uses. And while she never discusses actual costs these people then state, "well I don't have that money". My point is that jealousy and envy play a definite role in those that check the thumbs down button or post negative comments. So sad. I would hope people would be pleased at someone's success.

[@Piti_Pingu]

I love Bernadette, her videos have encouraged me to repair the historical sewing machine I got from my mom that I learned to sew on like 20 years ago. And now it is going to get used again 😁

[@saritshull3909]

she's the reason I want to learn on one

[@julieheath6335]

Super interesting to get more of a back story about how Bernadette got into this. Have watched her videos for years and am always impressed with how thoughtful she is about everything. I recall specifically how sort of uncomfortable she was when launching the Patreon. Yet, who has put more work into making quality content than she has? Bernadette is the best. Amazing knowledge base (try her video about Broadway costuming businesses when COVID had just closed them), beautiful videos with super fun scripts (who else uses "anon" in a sentence these days?) Impeccable.

[@e.kanagann3453]

I love her! So eloquently spoken and she has such a pleasant manner. Thank you for doing an interview with Ms. Banner ❤️

[@johannabarkwith3703]

These are the questions I’d ask Bernadette! Bernadette was the first person I thought of when I was asked ‘If you could have coffee with anyone living or dead who would it be?’ I just admire her so much! ❤️

[@katyb2793]

Um .. tea 😄

[@anne-florelecozic3890]

Thank you for this video, in fact it's really pleasant to have this possibility to discover the other side of being a youtuber. I'm following Bernadette Banner since a couple of years and am admiring this talented community of "costubers" as they call themselves. Now, knowing that she had the strengh of just ask and act without the fear of being criticized is really inspiring and intimidating in the same time. Her way of approching life and perspectives is full of simplicity and poetry, and I look forward to see her thrive even more !

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks so much for watching and listening. I really enjoyed getting to chat with Bernadette and was taken aback by her humility and vulnerability. It was a fun conversation! - Jon Santiago

[@anne-florelecozic3890]

@@Video-Husky And thank you for this quality content !

[@joygernautm6641]

It must be really freaky being a somewhat private introverted person with a very popular KZbin channel. Everybody wants to get to know you and ask you 1 million questions. I can see how that would be very hard to wrap your brain around, and the necessity of putting up very clear boundaries between your personal life and your channel. Been following Bernadette since the very early days. Have handsewn a few projects because of her. Love her content♥️

[@RoryPattonDreamerOfDunsidhe]

Thank you for this. I watch Bernadette for her manner of being, courteous, elegant, humble, as much as for her sewing. I love that you gave her the space to be herself and kept out of the way for the most part and let her talk. There are television journalists and chat show hosts who could learn from you. 😎🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@Video-Husky]

Thank you for the kind words, Rory. That approach you described is exactly what I strive for with each and every conversation I have on this show. So I'm glad you appreciate and recognized it. - Jon Santiago

[@ornleifs]

I have zero interest in sewing and yet I subscribe to Bernadette - Apart from being very charming she's obviously very intelligent and she's such a good storyteller which makes her videos so interesting.

[@lukeevans4900]

This was a really refreshing interview to watch/listen to. I, along with others, I’m sure appreciate the candor in BB’s answers to your questions, thus allowing us an insight into the mindset of a KZbinr.

[@Video-Husky]

Definitely!

[@CARATMom]

12:54. The phrase goes “if you want to make God laugh, make plans”. This was a wonderful interview. Thank you for taking such good care of Ms Bernadette.

[@bbrosser694]

I am a Bernadette Banner fan. I enjoy watching the processes that she's willing to share, because she strives to present and accomplish making a garment of quality and beauty as created during times of long long ago. And, I especially love that she uses the appropriate fabrics, trims, sewing machines, and notions that were used during eras of the past. Thanks for presenting more of the background that makes her KZbin channel totally awesome! And, thank you Bernadette for sharing your KZbin experiences. Thank You Bernadette Banner!

[@ShyBlossem]

Such a lovely interview! Thanks for making it. I am a great admirer of Ms. Banner and look forward to her videos.

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks so much for listening. A lot of credit goes to Bernadette for taking the time out of her busy schedule to chat with me! - Jon Santiago

[@jpotter2086]

The craftiest videocraft ever. Bernadette's content is great because it reminds me of a great costume history course I took in college .... like she is providing the continuing education portion!

[@moushka2692]

“Man proposes, God disposes.” Love Bernadette, loved this interview. I’ve been following her for over two years and find her brilliant, fascinating, knowledgeable, and calming. Visiting her world is always a joy. Thank you!

[@Video-Husky]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@viviancollick1721]

I stumbled across her by accident. While listening to history doc's. While I was sewing face masks, last year. Ironically. 😏 love her.

[@stevieandthebarbies]

The world would be a much nicer place if there were more Bernadette Banners on social media

[@BookishLish]

I’m a college senior who is graduating in December and currently applying to my first “adult” jobs, and I credit Bernadette with helping me rediscover my love of history and open my eyes to a career field I had forgotten even existed. When COVID shut everything down and kind of put any sort of performing arts administration job on hold (I’m a dancer first), it forced me to look around and think about what else there is out there that I want to do. I no longer feel locked into having to move to NYC and scrape by for the “experience” because I’m applying to museums and living history programs across the country. Sewing has helped me reconnect with my grandmother (I use her machine), my mother, and my own creativity in a way that I had never known was possible. I’m making my own dress to wear for my graduation and even though it won’t be seen under the gown, that accomplishment of wearing something I can be proud of is everything to me.

[@Video-Husky]

There's a lot of opportunity in the world right now. Keep striving to be creative and curious and those traits will take you a long way not only in your career and but in life, too! - Jon Santiago

[@GentleEisheth]

A wonderful interview! I'm a long-term subscriber of Bernadette's and it was awesome to see another side of her as a person.

[@maryb3909]

The video Bernadette released yesterday, "My guinea pig reviews Halloween costumes" is a pure joy to watch.

[@DipityS]

It's our Bernadette! Oh my goodness! Very excited to see our lovely Ms Banner in your interview.

[@Video-Husky]

Us too!

[@soffiegirl1027]

Freaking LOVE her. It’s so lovely knowing she is as grounded as she appears on her channel. Authenticity always wins. 🥺💙

[@jennywren2395]

Thank goodness we have people like Bernadette Banner who do the work she does, in preserving understanding and knowledge contained within traditions gone by. 🙂

[@LatelyFashionable]

My husband is always saying "Smart is relative to the task at hand," which is what I was thinking as you were wrapping up the interview. It is so true!

[@AnineVdR]

Bernadette! Her channel is in the top 3 most wholesome channels* SHE'S A DELIGHT.

[@Kimberly-cx9uv]

I have been with bernadette for a long while, i never thought her niche channel would ever gain that much traciton, i'm so happy for her though!

[@yoclark2723]

I've been subscribed to Bernadette for a few years now and love her content. She was a springboard to other historical costume video creators and I am truly down the rabbit hole now!

[@l.baughman1445]

Love Bernadette, thanks for interviewing her and having serious (yet fun chats). I "knew" her when :) who remembers those videos of "well, I will need to get a job..." I found her while I was looking for hand sewing videos. I appreciate how she puts thought into staging, environment, the music and the tone. The occasional appearance of His Lordship, of course, is everything. Along with pockets.

[@spunkycat6144]

I found her the same way...needed hand sewing tips and then I fell in love with the little creature. He needs a little playhouse and bed- with everything hand-sewn.

[@auranah_was_taken]

In one way ( or more ) or another we’re all idiots. I think embracing that opens us up to having more genuine conversations and interactions. Thank you for reminding me of that and thank you for hosting this lovely human being 🥰

[@katebrusk]

So glad Bernadette agreed to this interview! I'm fascinated by the behind the scenes work and mindset of youtube creators, particularly Bernadette's deliberate and carefully built career! Always excited to see her talk about business. :)

[@Video-Husky]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@januzzell8631]

The Time Traveller herself! How lovely to see her on another video! Wonderful person to follow - completely captivating

[@juliecipolla6732]

This is my first watching of your channel. Outstanding job Jon Santiago! I was told upon starting a class in a new subject that when I said "I don't know nothing," that that is the beginning of wisdom. We all know people who come to the table with a set of preconceived notions and opinions which we see make it impossible for them to absorb the new information, and how they are impoverished by this handicap. You enrich our lives, Jon. Bravo! and Thanks!

[@Video-Husky]

Thank you for the kind words. The more I learn, the more I realize little I actually know! I think Aristotle or Einstein said something like that! - Jon Santiago

[@kiyomika670]

This was a great interview. I came for Bernadette but you had some great questions. Looking forward to what other appearances come from this channel!

[@Video-Husky]

Thanks for listening! Pressure's on for us now! 😃 - Jon Santiago

[@wpontius4355]

Bernadette is very grounded with a realistic outlook and sense about her channel and self. I really enjoy watching her channel, she is so articulate with a good sense of humor. She is an elegant and attractive lady as well. Didn't realize how young she is. Thanks for posting the interview.

[@INKH3ArT3D]

I watch Bernadette as I’m crocheting and knitting. Her channel is the perfect compliment to any handicraft session.

[@FaerieDust]

I really enjoyed this interview - both because I have a lot of respect for Bernadette and her work, and Jon was really great! It really flowed like a really good conversation.

[@linda.brotherton1689]

Oh thank you for being such a great host and having Bernadette on your show I may continue to keep an eye open for others.👍

[@bettablue2660]

I’m a historian, and research is the most exciting/fascinating part of being a historian.❤️ it!

[@annalise9011]

I would binge watch her content while making adjustments to my store bought clothes because I cannot afford to make any clothes myself. But it's something.

[@manicantsettleonausername6789]

I love Bernadette's channel and this was such an intriguing and inspirational look into some of her thoughts on her channel and her life, thank you so much for doing this! As someone who is in their early 20's in uni and looking to become a historical craftsperson, I'm so glad there's people like her and others leading the way, showing me that this is possible. It makes me believe I can achieve my dreams too.

[@Jenny1954]

I heard this saying from my late parents, "a man trache v'Got lachte" meaning,"a Man thinks, and God laughs". Bernadette a is very special young lady. Very talented, well educated, ambitious, and truly dedicated to her craft, and to have found her choice in life is a true blessing. I so enjoy her videos as a new subscriber. Best Wishes Bernadette, for great health, happiness, and good fortune.🥰

[@rosalindwalker905]

Thank you for the conversation with Bernadette! I appreciate her passion and point of view. The standout tips she shared about content creation was "you have three roles as a creator" talent, film maker and marketer. And lastly, she is earnest in her desire to teach you something wonderful! Your questions were thoughtful and it gave the viewers a structure to follow allowing for unexpected deeper conversation with Bernadette. Best wishes to you both!

[@GraceNaramol]

Happy that the algorithm recommended this. Very enlightening and insightful! ☺️

[@Video-Husky]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@krystalkalikala]

I appreciate her perspective on social media and internet society in general.

[@avonleekley4623]

I am one of Bernadette's patrons - happily! I'm proud to support such an intelligent and ethical person.

[@alexaamarok2680]

Great interview, Bernadette is wonderful and puts out great content but I greatly enjoyed you as an interviewer as well. Lots of great information

[@bookmouse2719]

What always strikes me about Ms. Banner is her articulate vocabulary and clarity of speak, lovely.

[@MrIanfurniss]

Bernadette Banner could make a video of herself reading the phonebook, in its entirety, and I would sit there like a rapt child watching the unveiling of the recipe for caramel cream chocolates. Her passion and knowledge is in itself absorbing, and it's that passion that keeps me clicking as soon as I see the videos posted.

[@bbvetromile]

I love Bernadette’s channel because it is clear that onscreen Bernadette is not the same person, and it’s okay to create a character and allow us to inhabit the space of that character. Every now and then when she’s a guest on a video on someone else’s shadow and lets a swear word slip, I LOVE it. It’s smart business sense to keep her channel clean so that she doesn’t get demonetized. In many businesses they always say “be able to work clean” and she does. But my tiny grinch heart grew three sizes when she asserted in another video that calling a hot dog a sandwich was “a crock of shit.”