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Roast & Toast 2024: a hard year for the Unpicker
It's time for the yearly round up and while there's loads of sewing to talk about we're getting into the meta RUclips chat... so expect stats, charts, and the acceptance of a crushing defeat...
If your clicking in here well I guess this is goodbye... I'm not done with RUclips but I'm done with this channel... I've learned lots along the way, not least about how to make better garments... If you want to make better garments why not start by watching some of the films I made this year:
ruclips.net/p/PLYErVvaT1rTfIokNuvOrxM6fqdje75l4K
I'll be closing down my ko-fi page in the new year so if your wanting anything from the shop, now's the time:
ko-fi.com/unpicker...
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Видео

Thrift tees to band merch: DIY Printing & Indy Pop Reunions
Просмотров 8428 дней назад
This is the cheapest way to print merch for your band!!! I'm making band tees for our 'one night only' reunion show... You see I used to be in a band and now I make the T-Shirts... Yes, this is an indulgent nostalgia trip for me... For you, this is the cheapest way to print merch for your band... Less that $4 a tee shirt cheap!!! So if you want to know about sourcing the cheapest blanks, design...
SQUIRTLE COSTUME: a sewists guide to EVA foam
Просмотров 712 месяца назад
It's 10 days to Halloween and my kid wants to be Squirtle! I'm making his designs come to life with a mixture of foam, paint, and hope. This film will cover fabricating with EVA foam. Preparing, priming, and painting your final construction all from a sewists perspective to help you transfer skill you have into a new craft... Join me on the fun DIY project as I attempt to win my child's love by...
turned-edge appliqué?? Custom Varsity Jacket
Просмотров 953 месяца назад
I'm going full SCOTTISH to design and make a Pictish inspired patch for my second-hand Varsity jacket. In this DIY sewing tutorial we'll rummage through the scrap bin, talk to serpents, hand-stich and machine together a patch, and wander many west coast forests with some light foraging along the way. The majority of this project is turned-edge appliqué but I'm very much a novice so follow along...
26 French seam in a T-Shirt: Drafting Sci-Fi Clothing
Просмотров 1923 месяца назад
Gundam, Alien, Recycling, this film has it all! I'm realising my Sci-fi dreams with an upcycled tee shirt project. I'll show you how to modify any existing garment pattern to create stylish futuristic designs. This is effectively a patchworking project to help you bust your scraps into a garment that looks anything but patchwork. I'll cover the pattern modifications, my personal French seams te...
How my sewing became part of the largest collection of objects created by hobbyist in the UK.
Просмотров 593 месяца назад
No I'm not art... but my sewing became part of an artists work... This film documents my trip to see 'come as you really are' by @Hetain1234 and the work of the other contributors I met there. Don't forget to check out @Artangellondon for more information and content about the hobby cave. This film features: Daisy Bow du Toit Cyanotypes Instagram - daisybow_craft Ken Ford Collecto...
FIXING my RECYCLED Cross Body Bag (and weird war movie parodies)
Просмотров 1174 месяца назад
In this video, I repair my trashed DIY satchel bag... I call it the WAR BOY (hence the war film references)... I'll take you step-by-step through the process from unpicking the bag, repairing the plastic sheets, and go in-depth on zip assemblies (this is actually the useful bit) to bring my favourite bag back from the dead. This is a fun and easy DIY bag project that anyone can do at home! Perf...
BACK 2 SCHOOL - mending guide // except I'm looking after the kids too...
Просмотров 845 месяцев назад
With my youngest starting school this week I try and save some pennies and the planet mending our existing school clothing and track down some sustainable new garments. also its the school... I'll share tips for whitening clothing, mending rips and worn clothing, and make some alterations on garments that are too far gone. Also my kids are in this... Chapters: 00:00 cold open 00:17 the plan 00:...
Transforming a Disgusting Ironing Board with a Pokémon Bed Sheet!
Просмотров 945 месяцев назад
In this video, I've transformed my boggin old ironing board cover with a second-hand Pokémon bed sheet. I'll take you step-by-step through the process from unpicking the old cover to sewing on something new and colourful. This is a fun and easy DIY ironing board cover project that anyone can do at home! Perfect for fans of Pokémon, DIY, and fabric transformation. This sewing tutorial includes p...
Quick Fix: How to Adjust Trouser Waistbands Without Removing It! *completely*
Просмотров 3 тыс.6 месяцев назад
I'm making a super simple (and kinda fun) fit adjustment on a pair of slacks I snagged for just £3 second-hand. These bad boys are originally from Marks & Spencer’s-the waist was a bit too baggy, but I've got a weird solution to make 'em fit... In this video, I’ll show you how to: Use pleats to bring in the waist (because nobody wants to mess with the back rise) Adjust the waistband without rem...
SUMMER SHORTS: Full drafting and fitting guide to my UNIQUE design
Просмотров 686 месяцев назад
GUSSET!! Let's make shorts for the fleeting Scottish summer from reclaimed fabric and a lot of drafting... Introducing the NS-24's, the latest addition to my line of shorts. Want the full story on my short making journey? There's a playlist for that: ruclips.net/p/PLYErVvaT1rTeyZpwx8Bf9_U6N9PL3JYBm Draft your own trouser block to get you started with this project: ruclips.net/video/CDIRXZOpR5Q/...
✂ patchwork CURTAINS made from COLLECTABLE t-shirts ✂
Просмотров 1327 месяцев назад
✂ patchwork CURTAINS made from COLLECTABLE t-shirts ✂
⏲🧵COLLAR FLIP FIX: easy 5 min repair 🧵⏲
Просмотров 1348 месяцев назад
⏲🧵COLLAR FLIP FIX: easy 5 min repair 🧵⏲
DIY PONCHO: waterproof patchwork and the taste/skill gap
Просмотров 3299 месяцев назад
DIY PONCHO: waterproof patchwork and the taste/skill gap
Turn OLD CLOTHES into PATTERNS
Просмотров 3779 месяцев назад
Turn OLD CLOTHES into PATTERNS
DIY bean bag from OLD TROUSERS?! drafting guide included...
Просмотров 6189 месяцев назад
DIY bean bag from OLD TROUSERS?! drafting guide included...
EASY Cuff//Swap TUTORIAL: fix your clothes
Просмотров 2,9 тыс.10 месяцев назад
EASY Cuff//Swap TUTORIAL: fix your clothes
Upcycle WRAP VEST // draft your own
Просмотров 13010 месяцев назад
Upcycle WRAP VEST // draft your own
DIY gym SWEATPANTS to get me through the winter: SELF DRAFTED / THRIFT FLIP
Просмотров 14711 месяцев назад
DIY gym SWEATPANTS to get me through the winter: SELF DRAFTED / THRIFT FLIP
EVERYTHING I sewed 2023
Просмотров 205Год назад
EVERYTHING I sewed 2023
3 ways to sew a FABRIC CROWN
Просмотров 254Год назад
3 ways to sew a FABRIC CROWN
Clothes I didn't make
Просмотров 118Год назад
Clothes I didn't make
INSANE jeans repair: Why I destroyed my favourite jeans to fix them
Просмотров 386Год назад
INSANE jeans repair: Why I destroyed my favourite jeans to fix them
DIY Halloween Costume: Bringing Jeff to Life
Просмотров 71Год назад
DIY Halloween Costume: Bringing Jeff to Life
PATAGONIA fixed my bag for FREE
Просмотров 591Год назад
PATAGONIA fixed my bag for FREE
Transforming THRIFTED trousers into DOUBLE KNEE CARPENTER pants
Просмотров 1,7 тыс.Год назад
Transforming THRIFTED trousers into DOUBLE KNEE CARPENTER pants
CLEAN your SEWING MACHINE!!!!
Просмотров 211Год назад
CLEAN your SEWING MACHINE!!!!
SURPRISING results from my TROUSER BLOCK pattern test
Просмотров 133Год назад
SURPRISING results from my TROUSER BLOCK pattern test
I turned 20 PLASTIC BAGS into a SATCHEL
Просмотров 512Год назад
I turned 20 PLASTIC BAGS into a SATCHEL
Complete guide to drafting a trouser block
Просмотров 337Год назад
Complete guide to drafting a trouser block

Комментарии

  • @lorenrobles7480
    @lorenrobles7480 6 дней назад

    so heartwarming! love how it came out, really adds life (your life) to the room...and that you now have given new life to drawer stuffers BRAVO

  • @tanyavinci
    @tanyavinci 9 дней назад

    👏👏👏

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    This is a great idea, you can use this applique to decorate a T-shirt or hoodie

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    It's not true that no one watches! I just found your channel and I really like what you remake from old fabric, and I especially like that you recycle plastic bags. And also a really cool video about creating your own merch - it's very inspiring

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    ahaha, this is cute and funny)

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    they are so cute, ooooh!!!

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    This is so cool! This is so cool! You say "I sewed it myself", and I understand this feeling! I'm glad that I live in the age of the Internet and found your channel! It's great to know that such talented people live in this world who share your passion for sewing and also enjoy it. You want to leave RUclips, because "the channel is not growing", but you must understand that your channel is not entertaining, but a very useful one specifically for creative people, for creators! There have always been fewer people who produce something themselves than those who simply consume. You leave behind very useful content, humanity should think about recycling plastic and repairing things instead of endless consumption! You are on the right path and light the way for us.

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    Well, I looked at the video more closely and maybe this is too complicated a project to start with =ъ I need to start with something simpler, without the zipper

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 10 дней назад

      Do it without the lining… that will simplify the process massively… you could use some bias binding for a neat finish on the inside… zips are a must learn… check out the war boy films i think I explain better in those…

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    Very cool! I want to sew the same. I already tried melting bags together after your video about it. You give valuable information and your experience for free! Thank you very much, it is very valuable! I would also like to say that you have a very pleasant voice and it is very pleasant to listen to you!

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

    Please keep going!!! English is my second language and I don't always fully understand everything you say, but you have a really cool channel, please don't stop! You inspired me to try making material from bags! Big hello from New York!

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 11 дней назад

    And I've already seen the video, he he!)) It's so great that I live in the age of the Internet and can find cool creative people from different corners of the world, like you

  • @Otissen_nyc
    @Otissen_nyc 13 дней назад

    Thanks for the inspiration, I'll definitely try it 👏🏻

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 18 дней назад

    Wow, I will really miss your channel! I’m not on instagram so I guess I shall just be bereft…and I think I’ll miss Foxy and Steggo most of all.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 18 дней назад

      Im sorry that im going i just couldn’t keep putting so much effort into something that wasn’t growing… im not done just need to try out some different stuff and go from there

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 18 дней назад

      Also thank you honestly your support has been massively appreciated

    • @Otissen_nyc
      @Otissen_nyc 10 дней назад

      @@TheUnpicker RUclips channels don't always become successful right away! Sometimes you need to give yourself more time

  • @Mrs2ne1lovesme
    @Mrs2ne1lovesme 18 дней назад

    Y'know that's funny, I actually just realized that I never knew your name lol 😂

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 29 дней назад

    Love the lady with the creel, love the shirts!

  • @INDIANREDLOPEZ
    @INDIANREDLOPEZ 29 дней назад

    Thank you brother! ❤

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 2 месяца назад

    You are indeed the world’s best dad. Also, that fairy tale was harrowing.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 2 месяца назад

      Im glad it had that effect I’ve been chuckling to myself all week watching that back… went over my kids head but they were happy when steggo attacked foxy…

  • @carrief2845
    @carrief2845 2 месяца назад

    I have searched high and low for simple clear tutorials since I have a teenage son who is getting into sewing. We are also starting to learn about upcycling our old clothes. Thank you for your great videos that help a mom and son expand our skills. Keep them coming!

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 2 месяца назад

      Thanks so much for the kind words i have a fair few tutorials about mending that should help out… good luck on the journey, its a skill i picked up as a teenager and has been useful right the way through life in lots of little ways…

  • @Julia-yi1zn
    @Julia-yi1zn 3 месяца назад

    Great stuff, as usual!

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 3 месяца назад

    Okay, I knew you were cool, but I didn’t know you were *Pictish cross* cool. Great use of the Japanese and wax print fabrics btw.

  • @ansar2334
    @ansar2334 3 месяца назад

    This is so cool mahn❤ good job 🎉😊

  • @eabarton21
    @eabarton21 3 месяца назад

    Oh, I love it, congrats! I might do a similar design for my brother, although I'll probably be lazy and serge it all. I wonder what it would look like with contrast coverstitching keeping the serged seams flat...I might try it!

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      This!!! I agonized on whether I should use a contrasting stich but I chose to keep it classy in an effort to look professional... Surge with my blessing it was an insane thing to do!

  • @Customgirl123
    @Customgirl123 3 месяца назад

    Your shirt resembles my first one I made in school / 40 years ago...LOL ..THANK YOU, for the video...I am a beginner just starting out and your videos beat out ALL others IMO...They are different from others and your presception / view is allowing me to learn more easily.. **I subscribed on your cuff video **

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      Those are very kind words and greatly appreciated... Best of luck on your sewing journey... I may present myself as a know it all but I'm learning with every project... pattern cloning is a great way to get started!

  • @mosaicweekend_ua
    @mosaicweekend_ua 3 месяца назад

    thank you for sharing you experience, its interesting!

  • @JoelLackey
    @JoelLackey 3 месяца назад

    Nice work- you inspired me to dust off my old machine!

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      Love to here it... What you making?

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 3 месяца назад

    The finished tee is very cynical-space-freight-trucker-working-for-a-corporation-even-more-evil-than-your-cynicism-could-comprehend, so well done.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      Oh you mean VT from cowboy bebop! My brain is filled with useless stuff like this… ruclips.net/video/QBoZLzVrb-o/видео.htmlsi=0MHdFwwWaSZRcS2C

    • @rochelle2758
      @rochelle2758 3 месяца назад

      @@TheUnpicker Yes! but also ruclips.net/video/2zfYqHNB2uQ/видео.html

  • @coopercliff4418
    @coopercliff4418 3 месяца назад

    Unreal work brother, really suffering for your art by powering through Alien 3 like that

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      As a 20 something edge lord I defended that film and I honestly have no idea why now… thanks for the support 🫡

    • @rochelle2758
      @rochelle2758 3 месяца назад

      @@TheUnpicker I mean, it does have Charles Dance with a shaved head in it, so...

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 4 месяца назад

    Was in London in July and JUST missed getting to see this exhibit, argh. Thank you for the thought provoking overview; makes me think a lot about my own making (and accumulating).

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 3 месяца назад

      Thank you! I'm really glad you enjoyed this different type of video...

  • @terryandkelleybates2034
    @terryandkelleybates2034 4 месяца назад

    I beg you to Please be very careful in London. The Mormons have taken over and they're very hostile to the white man and white women.

  • @izzieeriksen813
    @izzieeriksen813 4 месяца назад

    love these videos

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 4 месяца назад

      Thank you that’s really appreciated

  • @craic-addict
    @craic-addict 4 месяца назад

    A performance worthy of Brando himself (Island of Dr Moreau, era) 6:20

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 4 месяца назад

    Full Plastic Jacket?

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 4 месяца назад

      🙌🙌🙌🙌

    • @rochelle2758
      @rochelle2758 4 месяца назад

      @@TheUnpicker At least I didn't say Aplasticlypse Now

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 4 месяца назад

    I'm planning a hoodie dress in the style of Mahla Clothing's Ragna dress out of thrifted sweatshirts, so this is super inspirational, thanks.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 4 месяца назад

      Their stuff looks awesome would love to see what you come up with… i’m actually returning to these techniques in the next garment project… 👀

    • @rochelle2758
      @rochelle2758 4 месяца назад

      @@TheUnpicker Sweet! I hope you do a hood tutorial at some point...

  • @JoelLackey
    @JoelLackey 4 месяца назад

    Nice work… just found today that a moth made a meal of my sport coat. That darning just might save it!

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 5 месяцев назад

    There's nothing more embarrassing than being savaged by an herbivore. But I will always show up for a mending video!

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 5 месяцев назад

    Man, you're a good dad. Can't wait for this year's costume vid...

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      I just got given this years request… its going to be an event!

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 5 месяцев назад

    Btw, kudos on reusing the original binding! That’s next level. I’m also impressed that you unpicked the duvet cover rather than simply chopping off the seams: you really are committed to your moniker.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      Save every bit of fabric every time for… reasons

  • @SmokeYourGuitar
    @SmokeYourGuitar 5 месяцев назад

    Oh mate my ironing board also needs a new cover, please help me out :D Hope to see you in 10 days in Glasgow area, cheers.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      bring me your finest lightly solid bed sheets and I'll sort you out

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 5 месяцев назад

    FINE, you called me out, I'll go re-cover my sad bony ironing board (and add some more batting)...also, congrats on the show!

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      😂😂 totally worth it beleve me! Its like ironing in a cloud

  • @JoelLackey
    @JoelLackey 5 месяцев назад

    I’ve really loved this series and plan on doing something similar.

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      Im so glad… hope it goes well… one day there will be another part to this film where i fix all my mistakes

  • @aweshumandy
    @aweshumandy 5 месяцев назад

    looks great. looking to do my own vest for my own spiderpunk rendition. probably just going to make a proper battle vest that works outside of the costume, but making that back patch that I can then just safety pin on during the cosplay is a great idea. I had no idea about fusable lining/interfacing, so that'll definitely up the quality when I decide to do it!

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 5 месяцев назад

      It becomes pretty addictive once you make one custom patch you wont stop… best of luck with it

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 6 месяцев назад

    Always up for some graffiti: also, great alteration idea! I like the Zoot suit energy of the deeper pleats.

  • @peterfigueroa4570
    @peterfigueroa4570 6 месяцев назад

    How long did it take to get it back?

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 6 месяцев назад

      I think it was between 1-2 weeks… you get a bunch of automated emails during the process to let you know where the item is… but I’m sure the time depends on what their working on…

  • @rochelle2758
    @rochelle2758 7 месяцев назад

    Those shorts are stellar!! Almost makes me want to try a gusset o’ my own…

    • @TheUnpicker
      @TheUnpicker 7 месяцев назад

      Thank you!!!! There is so much potential in a gusset… still don’t feel like I understand what they do…