When I was a little girl, my mom made Barbie clothes for mine and my sister's dolls. We had wedding dresses, coats, dresses, etc. They were beautiful, and she took so much time with them. We didn't have much, but I had a great childhood, because my mother made it special.
I hope many people comment to thank John for his part in today’s video! So cute that he took the time to film it, let him know his efforts were appreciated! It showed a neat little glimpse into a dynamic of your relationship.
My sister was 16 yrs older than I and when I turned 7 she gave me a Ginny doll with a full wardrobe she had made. Several of the fabrics were scraps from maternity tops she had made when carrying her 1st baby ( born 4 mos after my 7th Bday). Sweet fabrics. Tiny little collars and waistbands and pockets. Even a tutu with seed pearl trim from her wedding gown which she had made. I still have all of the clothes and the doll. I'm 76. Ginny is 69 lol.
I am 77 and when I was 9 my parents bought me a Ginny doll for Christmas! She came with 4 outfits! I put her and her outfits in a shadow box. Now one of daughters has inherited it! Hugs from Michigan! ❤
Mary, you are right, sewing during the winter months is my favorite past time. My Mom and I have been sewing since October. We made Pjs for all of the grandchildren and great grandchildren for Christmas. Since Christmas we have been making a quilt for my baby brother and his wife. This makes the third quilt we have made together in three years. So much fun sitting with my Mom and sewing and she tell she me stories of her childhood which I love. My Mom was 99 this past December. She taught me to sew when I was 9 years old and I have made everything from baby clothes to ceiling to floor silk drapes. I love you cat window seat. I wondered why you were putting a steel plate on the board. Genius. Ann from Va.
I hope your are either writing down or recording these stories. I have decided to do that with the stories my Mom is telling me, she just turned 85 and I all of a sudden realized if I DON'T do that, all of this family history will be lost.
@@laurancurtis5669 My goodness Lauren, I thought I was the only person who spends the whee hours of the morning awake and on the IPad. Mom and I have been writing down these stories for years. I compiled most of them several years ago on the computer and copied them into a journal. I made a cover and titled it “ Through the Years”. My Mom also writes poem and I included all of them in this journal. It has been a long time since she has written any things but I so enjoy reading them and her stories every chance I can. I have copied this journal for several members of the family. Ann from Va.
Hi Mary! Great video. Just a tip, the reason your hot pad binding had pleats is because you cut it on the straight of grain. If you cut your strips at a 45 degree angle on the bias it will have a lot give and conform to the rounded edges and that won’t happen. ❤
I have a friend who's 85 years old who is amazing at making drapes, bedspreads, shower curtains, and just all kinds of things for people. It's amazing what she can do, and it's all beautiful.
Sewing is a lost art. My mom taught me to sew when I was a young girl and I made costumes. I eventually went to school for Interior design and later learned to make custom window treatments, bed coverings, pillows, table runners, and other items. Thanks for your inspiration today. I’m gonna find a sewing project now.
You are never too late to learn. Start simple. Videos, new cheap sewing machine, scarf, tablecloth, headband, bandana, even a pocket square. Spent some time at the fabric.
This brings back memories. We didn’t have much money when we were little. Womens lib hadn’t really occurred so mum was at home. She snagged some small gingham fabric in a bin, one pink one light green. She bought a pattern for Barbie sized outfits and got busy. She had an old Singer treadle machine with the bullet shaped bobbin. She made dresses, head scarves, pants, pop tops, shorts. All in the gingham so you could mix and match. It was fiddly work and she did it after we were in bed. It was fabulous. I still have that machine and the cabinet it folds down into with the iron fretwork legs.
I have taken up sewing again. I learned as a young girl from my mother. This year I made pillows with the word "friendship" for my girlfriends and "family" for my two sisters. I'm so grateful for the ability to do this. I like the idea of the table runner. I have a square table that is impossible to buy a runner that really looks right. John did a fine job - thank him for giving us a chuckle about hiding nice boards from you!
To say you are creative Mary is an under statement !!! So love watching your videos as they are so peaceful. You and John are such a sweet couple . Thank you for showing the beautiful birds, I think they are God's little gifts to us. We feed them too and with a covering of snow the cardinals especially look so beautiful !! Hope you and your family have a very nice week. Love the case you made for your glasses !!!
I really like how you take a “terrifying” skirt pattern and make it not so terrifying. I worked in different sewing factories from age 15 to age 37. God blessed me with a beautiful little girl at age 37. At age 39 went to technical college, along with 3 part-time jobs. Did this for 3 1/2 years and graduated. Stayed home for a couple years and then went back to work as a overnight customer service representative. Stayed there until April 2011 and had heart attack. Went back to work at public library, significant pay decrease and no benefits, but was at home with daughter. Worked there until April 28, 2011. Had 1st open heart surgery on May 3, 2011. No work. Had 2nd open heart June 28, 2013. Was up walking halls with a walker that same day! ❤❤❤🎉🎉
Beautiful sewing projects. Love the nice spring fabric that you used. Thanks for sharing the bird feeder with us so we could see all the wonderful birds. So glad the cats like their new place to lay.
Both my grandmother & my sewed, but I never learned. So, even though I've sewn simple baby quilts for many years, I'd never ventured out beyond that. I'm turning 65 in a few months & decided last year to teach myself to sew. There are a few lovely ladies like yourself on RUclips who share easy sewing projects explaining each step to make it easier for beginning sewists. I haven't ventured out beyond pillow covers, table runners, card wallets, curtains & such as of yet, but there are so many simple things you can make that honestly looks store bought for a fraction of the cost. Thank you for sharing. ❤
Hubby is hilarious! We hide our tools from each other here. 😂 Thank you for posting a sewing video. I’ve wanted to add sewing to my painting videos and was hesitant to. You’ve inspired me to do that and to see if sewing will sell in my booth!
I love your sewing videos Mary! And I especially love hearing about your childhood. I’ve been sewing since I was 9, when I was in 4-H. I learned to sew my own clothes,and I now sew for 3 generations. My favorite thing is to sew doll clothes for my grandchildren! I especially loved watching the birds at your feeder! We don’t have red cardinals where I live, so seeing them was a real treat. So amused at John “hiding” your pine boards! 😊 Keep the videos coming; you are such an inspiration!
Thanks Mary loved all of your sewing projects. I have been going to Zinks for many years. I was just in your area mid january for my birthday. I went into the Zinks and told them that it was my birthday and they gave me a discount. Thought that was so nice of them. I also mentioned your name and they said, yes they knew you and you were a very nice lady.
I used to sew all the time and still love looking at fabrics. Zinck’s is a fabric paradise! It was such fun to see John at work in your video! And he gave away his secret!!
I’ve been appreciating your videos on RUclips seems like for years now, keep up the good work. They come on every Wednesday morning and I look forward to them. It was very nice to hear John speak today.❤
Quilter here- if you want to make another pot holder, look up binding a quilt on RUclips. I find Jordan Fabrics to be the easiest to understand. It’s not difficult to do. Thanks for doing a video on sewing ❤. It’s my favorite hobby and I’m always looking for fun and easy projects.
Mary, I love the way you keep things so simple. I know I will be trying that basket liner method. Your husband hiding the nice boards and you saying he needs a new hiding place gave me a good laugh. Thank you so much for your calm and gentle spirit, and for sharing your ideas so freely.
This video is so reminiscent of my mom. She was always sewing. Either doing alterations for people , making our doll and Barbie clothes, our clothes and then even my wedding dress. I’m so sad that I didn’t have the passion for sewing back then. She gifted me a sewing machine for my bridal shower and I was only ever able to make the very basics. Now I struggle with that machine not knowing how to adjust tension, the bobbin settings etc. I want to look for sewing classes near me or just start watching on RUclips. Thanks for sharing Mary!💕
Dad was in the Air Force; when I was young we moved from the city my parents grew up in to Anchorage Alaska one December. With seven kids and a recent move, we didn't have much money for Christmas, so Mom made pink and blue flannel baby doll pajamas and nightgowns. One of my sisters and I often talk about those very dear gifts. I learned to sew making baby doll and Barbie doll clothes for my younger sisters.
You are just such an all around creative person. I’ll say it again, there’s nothing you can’t do. I love your cats,so sweet. You are so good to them. Basket is perfect.
Sewing has become sort of a lost art. I am beginning to see people around me wanting to learn how to sew now, asking for teachers etc. It is so refreshing to see the renewed interest in it!
I actually laughed out loud when John admitted he hid boards from you!!! 😂 You do everything perfectly and I can see your hubby does too. Love watching you.
My mom gave me a tiny suitcase filled with Barbie clothes she'd made, and my friends and I had endless hours playing with the dolls and clothes. I had one Barbie and one Midge, and my best friend had Skipper and Ken. Perfect for an afternoon of imaginary fun. I eventually got the Barbie convertible but didn't like that the doors wouldn't open. :) Flash forward to present day, and I have a black cat who loves to sit in any window, so I love the seat you made for your kitties. All your projects are pretty and useful. I enjoy your channel.
Hi Mary, I grew up sewing and very much enjoyed all the projects you made in this video. Your instructions are spot on and you've inspired me to pull out the sewing machine and make things!! YOur husband, John, is wonderful for helping and supporting you. Two more months of winter and we can ease into spring. I"m in the suburbs of Chicago where we have had much snow and freezing temps since the second week of January. It has eased up a bit and the snow is melting. Yeah!! Have a blessed week. 😄😄
One year for Christmas I bought my daughter 3 of the the larger size strawberry shortcake dolls lemon, peach and strawberry!! I made her outfits , in solid teal, yellow and pink colors and each of those same colors in gingham check. I made blankets, and all kinds of clothing, everything in I made I made in both fabrics for each doll. Bought a mini baby crib that fit all 3 dolls. My daughter is 49 and guess which dolls she saved for her daughter if she had any!! She had 3 boys so 2 boys are married and maybe a little granddaughter will get to enjoy them! I’m thinking she probably remembers that Christmas above all others!!
John's cameo appearance was great! He did a good job. He should do more cameos. Your skirt turned out so cute. I'm afraid that knit skirts only flatter slim figures like yours, so it looks so nice on you. The cat bench for the window was adorable!
I love everything you have sewn. You make me want to dive and sew. I’m in a nursing home, I don’t think they allow sewing machines, though I do have it with me. But I can watch you and imagine. Thank your husband for helping out. He’s funny. Take care
My daughter and I bought fabric at Zinck's when we went to Holmes County. We both bought sewing machines at Somewhere Sewing. Besides that we had great food. My daughter also ordered a baby bed from Yoder's Oak and Cherry for her grandbaby. It's beautiful!
I enjoyed watching you sew..I have always loved to sew..I too am blessed to have a serger n 2 or 3 regular sewing machines..so easy to set up, with all the colors of thread I'm using n not have to stop n wind a bobbin, and re-thread ur machine...lol..I bet you was happy to hear ur husband talking n explaining what he was going to be doing..I'm so proud of my husband, when he makes things for me too..everything is beautiful..thanks for sharing with all of us..
My mama taught me to sew some when I was younger, wish I had paid more attention and learned more. She passed away suddenly and totally unexpectedly 7/3/21 so now it's too late. I'd give anything to have that time back and learn more. She was a great seamstress. She made several beauty pageant dresses for me, which blows my mind to think about now. She'd spend HOURS at that sewing machine. Mary, you're so talented and so good at everything you do. Thank you for sharing your life and your beautiful home and talents with us. You amaze me and inspire me. Thanks John for your sweet part of the video, great job. Yall are just the sweetest 🙂
Thank you for the sewing projects. I haven’t sown for a few years now and you have given me inspiration to go shopping for some spring fabrics and start sewing.
As usual, I always enjoy your videos! You’re so talented and I love your many skills! Not many husbands can say they have to hide wood from their wives!😂 😂😂
I thought that was so cute! Especially as he said he hid the boards in order to have them on hand for projects for her. That's true love right there, LOL.
I just laughed out loud when you said "and he even talks!" He did a good job! And loved seeing the cardinals at your bird feeder. You had 2 loved ones visiting you that day!
Ah my favorite of this video is the cat window bed.🙂 those kitties are spoiled. Well done John with your insert. I love the fabric you used for the pot holder, it is very special.... I LOVE blue's. With us opening our restaurant last year October I sewed aprons for my daughter and myself, i must admit I love sewing and love aprons :) always being creative and just enjoy what I am doing. Thank you Mary for all your wonderful video's. Hugs from South Africa
Hi Mary, i got the biggest kick out of John confessing the hidden pine boards😂. What a great guy❤. Loved this video, i have had a brand new sewing machine staring me in the face since last Christmas and i guess i'm scared to try it lol. This gives me inspiration! Thank you and God bless you and your family!
Hi Mary, lovely sewing projects with great fabrics. For future reference the binding needed to be cut from the fabric diagonally on the bias (i.e., corner to corner) it would have then laid flat on both sides as you sewed it. Lovely results 💕
Im loving this video, i have a sewing machine my husband bought me during covid, i made masks and altered curtains, ( ive never been a sewer) even though i do many crafts, but obviously like most of us, covid came 😢and I decided its something i should be doing. Needless to say ive not used it since, but im in the process of decorating and buying organising storage for my craftroom as ive lost my mojo ,so watching your videos mary and john 😊 is giving me so much inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talents. ❤😊
Mary, sweet girl...have that adorable husband of yours wall off a portion of his wonderful workshop for you a sewing room! I've had one for the last 30+ years and it's a life changer...a designated space for sewing, projects, wrapping, etc. is so inspirational and save so much time setting up each time you want to make something!
Great video, Mary! I get in the mood to sew about once a year…this time of year! I am making American Girl doll bedding for a bed from IKEA for an American Girl doll that I am gifting to my youngest granddaughter for her 9th birthday next month. The doll was my daughter’s, and she is at the AG doll hospital being refurbished…I am having such a good time with this project! Sewing is such a satisfying hobby (most of the time)! I just love fabric and have so much that I’ve purchased through the years for various projects…some of which I have actually gotten finished! I’ve been sewing since I was about 8 years old…not often, but enough to remember how to do certain projects! TY for sharing! Cindi (from WV) 😊
When I was little, my mom made most of my Barbie clothes. Wedding dresses, gowns, skirts, faux fur coats, pants, jackets, lingerie, shorts, halters, etc. She even made me some beautiful bedding with ruffles and throw rugs. I still have most of them too and I'm going to be 60 this year. I've also made a few items. Now my granddaughters are playing with them all.
Awe, I just love that he recorded his part, well done John! Mary, you have a lovely home and I love watching the birds in your videos. Would you consider recreating that bird feeder? I have been "hoarding " scrap wood and I am wanting to try to make one like yours!! As always, your creations are beautiful. Blessings!! 🙏🐦❄☃
Ty for the video. When I was a little girl I wanted to try my mom’s sewing machine but she said I’d get hurt. My friend introduced me to a sewing machine a few years ago so I took up sewing in my 40s. I’m 50 now and I love pressing on that pedal, seeing things I’ve made on my own with pride and joy. Ty for the wonderful video. I liked and subscribed 😊
I really enjoyed this episode, I love sewing. I’m 44 and have am self taught. My mother never had time to sew when I was growing up. My grandmothers weren’t sewers either. If I see something I want to, I have to learn how to make it myself.
Anyone who can sew n make their own clothes is truly blessed. Every time I try to sew on my machine my seams are always crooked. I even tried putting tape down on the machine n I still do it. I think I’m not meant to sew LOL. That was a great idea making a cat seat for your fur babies. They just love to sit n look out the window don’t they? Your basket insert cover turn out like you bought at the store but even better. I loved all the great ideas n all the material was so pretty n spring like. I really liked the eye glass carrier. I wish you could put them in your Etsy shop. I know many women would love it too. I don’t like the hard covers either. They’re so big n take too much room in your purse. The one you made is perfect. I hope you’ll reconsider of maybe doing that. Please! ❤♥️♥️😊👍👍👍🌟
I just stumbled on the channel and love the laid back style you have. I've been sewing since I was 3 and I taught my best friend and my own daughter to sew. I got the best compliment this weekend... my daughter informed me that I'd taught her to sew well enough that she has the self confidence (something she really struggles with along with anxiety) to sew without my help and doesn't need the guide sheet for her project either as she can figure out how things go together now too! She's now teaching her girlfriend to sew as well. She's a 5th generation seamstress in the family now. As for my best friend we taught her daughter to sew and she's picked up on quilting and clothing. It's a good thing I have a large stash of fabric to use! I need to go back and watch more of your videos for more ideas of things to make!
I learnt to sew when I was 8. My grandmother gave me her Pfaff treadle machine. It lived in my bedroom so I had no choice. I used to make my dolls clothes and decorated my room and then progessed to making my own clothes. When I went to boarding school I only had weekly lessons. My mother left my father and sold my machine to the local tailor. It took me another 5 years before I bought my own Pfaff 1212 which set me off making my own clothes again. I got into recycling old ties into skirts and waistcoats for money. At one stage I was making costumes for plays. I replaced the Pfaff (i still regret it) with an Elna Carina. It has some fantastic decorative stitches which enhanced my bedding. In the last few years I have inherited 2 Berninas (1942 and 1970 vintage), 2 pfaffs (1963 and 1985) and a husqvarna (1959). Such diversity in use. Not a computerised one among them!
My late grandmother was a professional seamstress. I learned a lot from her and did a lot of sewing when I was a young girl, but haven’t sewn in years now. Loved all the sewing projects especially the cat bed.
I saved up for YEARS & finally bought the serger of my dreams. It's been in it's box, completely unopened for THREE YEARS!!! I've just never felt like I needed it. 🤣🤣🤣
I wish I had just half knowledge. I wish I could spend a week with you in the kitchen.. I need to put together a cook book... Your an amazing young lady...
Mary, you are just amazing. I loved this sewing video. I do hope you do more of them. And the fact that you made your kitties that little platform to look out the window. So sweet.
My Mom sewed all my clothes and made matching outfits for my dolls. She would also take a skirt, rip it out and make doll clothes or something for me. I still have some of her patterns. Sometimes she would make her own patterns from newspaper. Mary, my mom always wanted a Bernina machine. Loved todays video.
great video. When I was younger and poorer I used to make potholders with baby blankets as lining. For some reason I had an excess of free baby blankets.Lots of other projects over the years. I wish the blessing of knowing how to sew on everyone.
When I was a little girl, my mom made Barbie clothes for mine and my sister's dolls. We had wedding dresses, coats, dresses, etc. They were beautiful, and she took so much time with them. We didn't have much, but I had a great childhood, because my mother made it special.
Same😊
What a wonderful memory for you! 😊
My aunt made Barbie and doll clothes for me. 🤗
Mom did too
My great grama made barbie clithes for me .she Croched them . They were beautiful.
I hope many people comment to thank John for his part in today’s video! So cute that he took the time to film it, let him know his efforts were appreciated! It showed a neat little glimpse into a dynamic of your relationship.
Thank you John!! Hide your boards...lol!
Thank you John! Time to find a new place for your wood stash. 😊😂
My sister was 16 yrs older than I and when I turned 7 she gave me a Ginny doll with a full wardrobe she had made. Several of the fabrics were scraps from maternity tops she had made when carrying her 1st baby ( born 4 mos after my 7th Bday). Sweet fabrics. Tiny little collars and waistbands and pockets. Even a tutu with seed pearl trim from her wedding gown which she had made. I still have all of the clothes and the doll. I'm 76. Ginny is 69 lol.
What a great memory :)
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I am 77 and when I was 9 my parents bought me a Ginny doll for Christmas! She came with 4 outfits! I put her and her outfits in a shadow box. Now one of daughters has inherited it! Hugs from Michigan! ❤
What a great story, I hope you have a little girl in your life you can bless with these when you’re ready.
Mary, you are right, sewing during the winter months is my favorite past time. My Mom and I have been sewing since October. We made Pjs for all of the grandchildren and great grandchildren for Christmas. Since Christmas we have been making a quilt for my baby brother and his wife. This makes the third quilt we have made together in three years. So much fun sitting with my Mom and sewing and she tell she me stories of her childhood which I love. My Mom was 99 this past December. She taught me to sew when I was 9 years old and I have made everything from baby clothes to ceiling to floor silk drapes. I love you cat window seat. I wondered why you were putting a steel plate on the board. Genius. Ann from Va.
I hope your are either writing down or recording these stories. I have decided to do that with the stories my Mom is telling me, she just turned 85 and I all of a sudden realized if I DON'T do that, all of this family history will be lost.
@@laurancurtis5669 My goodness Lauren, I thought I was the only person who spends the whee hours of the morning awake and on the IPad. Mom and I have been writing down these stories for years. I compiled most of them several years ago on the computer and copied them into a journal. I made a cover and titled it “ Through the Years”. My Mom also writes poem and I included all of them in this journal. It has been a long time since she has written any things but I so enjoy reading them and her stories every chance I can. I have copied this journal for several members of the family. Ann from Va.
what a lovely heartwarming story love to ur mam thank you x
Hi Mary! Great video. Just a tip, the reason your hot pad binding had pleats is because you cut it on the straight of grain. If you cut your strips at a 45 degree angle on the bias it will have a lot give and conform to the rounded edges and that won’t happen. ❤
I have a friend who's 85 years old who is amazing at making drapes, bedspreads, shower curtains, and just all kinds of things for people. It's amazing what she can do, and it's all beautiful.
That's great, over she been sewing since youth because I do. I sell what I make, give as gifts and sew hats, scarves for church and homeless shelters.
Nothing like hearing a nice sharp scissor cutting through fabric.
Yassssss
So wonderful that your husband thinks ahead of what you might need, but knowing that he has to have a reserve to suit what your project needs. 😊
Sewing is a lost art. My mom taught me to sew when I was a young girl and I made costumes. I eventually went to school for Interior design and later learned to make custom window treatments, bed coverings, pillows, table runners, and other items. Thanks for your inspiration today. I’m gonna find a sewing project now.
I wish my mom had taught me. I learned some and can make some clothes but def not all.
You are never too late to learn. Start simple. Videos, new cheap sewing machine, scarf, tablecloth, headband, bandana, even a pocket square. Spent some time at the fabric.
My Mom and I sewed many things that
Sorry that went before I was finished
When our cats sit looking out of the window, we call that the "bird channel." 😊
That's cute!
So nice to see your husband in the video. We don't get to see much of him. You both do such great work.
This brings back memories. We didn’t have much money when we were little. Womens lib hadn’t really occurred so mum was at home. She snagged some small gingham fabric in a bin, one pink one light green. She bought a pattern for Barbie sized outfits and got busy. She had an old Singer treadle machine with the bullet shaped bobbin. She made dresses, head scarves, pants, pop tops, shorts. All in the gingham so you could mix and match. It was fiddly work and she did it after we were in bed. It was fabulous. I still have that machine and the cabinet it folds down into with the iron fretwork legs.
What a treasure!
I have taken up sewing again. I learned as a young girl from my mother. This year I made pillows with the word "friendship" for my girlfriends and "family" for my two sisters. I'm so grateful for the ability to do this. I like the idea of the table runner. I have a square table that is impossible to buy a runner that really looks right.
John did a fine job - thank him for giving us a chuckle about hiding nice boards from you!
I love to sew. Been sewing since 9, I’m 70 now Thank you for the inspiration.
To say you are creative Mary is an under statement !!! So love watching your videos as they are so peaceful. You and John are such a sweet couple . Thank you for showing the beautiful birds, I think they are God's little gifts to us. We feed them too and with a covering of snow the cardinals especially look so beautiful !! Hope you and your family have a very nice week. Love the case you made for your glasses !!!
I really like how you take a “terrifying” skirt pattern and make it not so terrifying. I worked in different sewing factories from age 15 to age 37. God blessed me with a beautiful little girl at age 37. At age 39 went to technical college, along with 3 part-time jobs. Did this for 3 1/2 years and graduated. Stayed home for a couple years and then went back to work as a overnight customer service representative. Stayed there until April 2011 and had heart attack. Went back to work at public library, significant pay decrease and no benefits, but was at home with daughter. Worked there until April 28, 2011. Had 1st open heart surgery on May 3, 2011. No work. Had 2nd open heart June 28, 2013. Was up walking halls with a walker that same day! ❤❤❤🎉🎉
I just came across this video. Being in the world but not of the world. Your experience is of great value to us "beginners"
Beautiful sewing projects. Love the nice spring fabric that you used. Thanks for sharing the bird feeder with us so we could see all the wonderful birds. So glad the cats like their new place to lay.
Both my grandmother & my sewed, but I never learned. So, even though I've sewn simple baby quilts for many years, I'd never ventured out beyond that. I'm turning 65 in a few months & decided last year to teach myself to sew. There are a few lovely ladies like yourself on RUclips who share easy sewing projects explaining each step to make it easier for beginning sewists. I haven't ventured out beyond pillow covers, table runners, card wallets, curtains & such as of yet, but there are so many simple things you can make that honestly looks store bought for a fraction of the cost. Thank you for sharing. ❤
My ancestors were Amish from Ohio/Maryland. I think that's where I get my love of sewing, quilting, crocheting and all other crafts. ❤
Hubby is hilarious! We hide our tools from each other here. 😂 Thank you for posting a sewing video. I’ve wanted to add sewing to my painting videos and was hesitant to. You’ve inspired me to do that and to see if sewing will sell in my booth!
I love your sewing videos Mary! And I especially love hearing about your childhood. I’ve been sewing since I was 9, when I was in 4-H. I learned to sew my own clothes,and I now sew for 3 generations. My favorite thing is to sew doll clothes for my grandchildren!
I especially loved watching the birds at your feeder! We don’t have red cardinals where I live, so seeing them was a real treat.
So amused at John “hiding” your pine boards! 😊 Keep the videos coming; you are such an inspiration!
I remember making my 4-H apron! First project. Still have it somewhere!
Thanks Mary loved all of your sewing projects. I have been going to Zinks for many years. I was just in your area mid january for my birthday. I went into the Zinks and told them that it was my birthday and they gave me a discount. Thought that was so nice of them. I also mentioned your name and they said, yes they knew you and you were a very nice lady.
I used to sew all the time and still love looking at fabrics. Zinck’s is a fabric paradise! It was such fun to see John at work in your video! And he gave away his secret!!
I’ve been appreciating your videos on RUclips seems like for years now, keep up the good work. They come on every Wednesday morning and I look forward to them. It was very nice to hear John speak today.❤
What a sweet man to save the best wood for you. Don’t dig for them. Let him be your hero. ❤️
Mary, I don't comment very often, but I just had to say that I could watch you do sewing projects all day long - no pressure...
Quilter here- if you want to make another pot holder, look up binding a quilt on RUclips. I find Jordan Fabrics to be the easiest to understand. It’s not difficult to do. Thanks for doing a video on sewing ❤. It’s my favorite hobby and I’m always looking for fun and easy projects.
Mary, I love the way you keep things so simple. I know I will be trying that basket liner method. Your husband hiding the nice boards and you saying he needs a new hiding place gave me a good laugh. Thank you so much for your calm and gentle spirit, and for sharing your ideas so freely.
Your husband did a great job! Tell him to do more! We’re not scary!
This video is so reminiscent of my mom. She was always sewing. Either doing alterations for people , making our doll and Barbie clothes, our clothes and then even my wedding dress. I’m so sad that I didn’t have the passion for sewing back then. She gifted me a sewing machine for my bridal shower and I was only ever able to make the very basics. Now I struggle with that machine not knowing how to adjust tension, the bobbin settings etc. I want to look for sewing classes near me or just start watching on RUclips. Thanks for sharing Mary!💕
You can do this! I've got faith in you-best wishes from a Mom/Grandmother in Louisiana
@@LaLadybug2011 Thank you!💕
Cardinals just outside the window…incredibly wonderful!
Dad was in the Air Force; when I was young we moved from the city my parents grew up in to Anchorage Alaska one December. With seven kids and a recent move, we didn't have much money for Christmas, so Mom made pink and blue flannel baby doll pajamas and nightgowns. One of my sisters and I often talk about those very dear gifts.
I learned to sew making baby doll and Barbie doll clothes for my younger sisters.
Hiding boards from Mary! Too funny ❤
Put a spindle leg on the cat platform for a bit of stability. What a cute idea.
You are just such an all around creative person. I’ll say it again, there’s nothing you can’t do. I love your cats,so sweet. You are so good to them. Basket is perfect.
Sewing has become sort of a lost art. I am beginning to see people around me wanting to learn how to sew now, asking for teachers etc. It is so refreshing to see the renewed interest in it!
I actually laughed out loud when John admitted he hid boards from you!!! 😂 You do everything perfectly and I can see your hubby does too. Love watching you.
Also great to see your hubby helping out with his carpentry skills. So great.😊
I am always amazed at the magic of turning out a mitered corner.
Love pic of one of your cats sleeping on your new window ledge with pillow!! 😻
My mom gave me a tiny suitcase filled with Barbie clothes she'd made, and my friends and I had endless hours playing with the dolls and clothes. I had one Barbie and one Midge, and my best friend had Skipper and Ken. Perfect for an afternoon of imaginary fun. I eventually got the Barbie convertible but didn't like that the doors wouldn't open. :) Flash forward to present day, and I have a black cat who loves to sit in any window, so I love the seat you made for your kitties. All your projects are pretty and useful. I enjoy your channel.
I love to sew in the winter. I have been up-cycling clothes lately.
You are the best Cat Mom. Such a sweet human you are.
How lovely that your husband made his own video... nice to hear his voice
The CAT BED was so clever! Sweet for the cats.
Makes me want to get my machine out and make some Spring things.
Your cats will really enjoy the birds outside. The bed looks very comfy. Really like the drawstring bag. Very nice video. Thank you
Hi Mary, I grew up sewing and very much enjoyed all the projects you made in this video. Your instructions are spot on and you've inspired me to pull out the sewing machine and make things!! YOur husband, John, is wonderful for helping and supporting you.
Two more months of winter and we can ease into spring. I"m in the suburbs of Chicago where we have had much snow and freezing temps since the second week of January. It has eased up a bit and the snow is melting. Yeah!! Have a blessed week. 😄😄
Wow! You have such a beautiful home and sewing space. Thanks for these great ideas. I love watching the birds on your feeder.❤🦜
I want to make a table runner with some beautiful fabric I have had forever!!! ❤
Your cats are so sweet!
I think they approve of their new window bed! 🤗
One year for Christmas I bought my daughter 3 of the the larger size strawberry shortcake dolls lemon, peach and strawberry!! I made her outfits , in solid teal, yellow and pink colors and each of those same colors in gingham check. I made blankets, and all kinds of clothing, everything in I made I made in both fabrics for each doll. Bought a mini baby crib that fit all 3 dolls. My daughter is 49 and guess which dolls she saved for her daughter if she had any!! She had 3 boys so 2 boys are married and maybe a little granddaughter will get to enjoy them! I’m thinking she probably remembers that Christmas above all others!!
The cat bed is terrific! You could patent them, too. Everything you make is pretty. Thank you.
John's cameo appearance was great! He did a good job. He should do more cameos. Your skirt turned out so cute. I'm afraid that knit skirts only flatter slim figures like yours, so it looks so nice on you. The cat bench for the window was adorable!
I love everything you have sewn. You make me want to dive and sew. I’m in a nursing home, I don’t think they allow sewing machines, though I do have it with me. But I can watch you and imagine. Thank your husband for helping out. He’s funny. Take care
Great inspiration! I'll be making eyeglass cases for everyone in my Christmas list! Thanks to John and Twinkle for the help with the cat bed project!
My daughter and I bought fabric at Zinck's when we went to Holmes County. We both bought sewing machines at Somewhere Sewing. Besides that we had great food. My daughter also ordered a baby bed from Yoder's Oak and Cherry for her grandbaby. It's beautiful!
I know I am not the only one who would love a video on The love story of Mary and John! ❤❤😊
I enjoyed watching you sew..I have always loved to sew..I too am blessed to have a serger n 2 or 3 regular sewing machines..so easy to set up, with all the colors of thread I'm using n not have to stop n wind a bobbin, and re-thread ur machine...lol..I bet you was happy to hear ur husband talking n explaining what he was going to be doing..I'm so proud of my husband, when he makes things for me too..everything is beautiful..thanks for sharing with all of us..
My mama taught me to sew some when I was younger, wish I had paid more attention and learned more. She passed away suddenly and totally unexpectedly 7/3/21 so now it's too late. I'd give anything to have that time back and learn more. She was a great seamstress. She made several beauty pageant dresses for me, which blows my mind to think about now. She'd spend HOURS at that sewing machine. Mary, you're so talented and so good at everything you do. Thank you for sharing your life and your beautiful home and talents with us. You amaze me and inspire me. Thanks John for your sweet part of the video, great job. Yall are just the sweetest 🙂
So refreshing watching you.I have not sown in years!! Love your skirt!!
So many beautiful projects. ❤
Perfect winter inspiration! I'm going to sew some new spring pillow covers for our bed.
Thank you for the sewing projects. I haven’t sown for a few years now and you have given me inspiration to go shopping for some spring fabrics and start sewing.
Loved these projects. The birds were a special touch.❤
As usual, I always enjoy your videos! You’re so talented and I love your many skills!
Not many husbands can say they have to hide wood from their wives!😂 😂😂
I thought that was so cute! Especially as he said he hid the boards in order to have them on hand for projects for her. That's true love right there, LOL.
@@Jaemou I know! I had to smile and I showed that part to My husband!
The red birds at your bird feeder with the snowy trees in the background looked like a postcard. Just beautiful. 😊❤❄️
I just laughed out loud when you said "and he even talks!" He did a good job! And loved seeing the cardinals at your bird feeder. You had 2 loved ones visiting you that day!
Ah my favorite of this video is the cat window bed.🙂 those kitties are spoiled. Well done John with your insert. I love the fabric you used for the pot holder, it is very special.... I LOVE blue's. With us opening our restaurant last year October I sewed aprons for my daughter and myself, i must admit I love sewing and love aprons :) always being creative and just enjoy what I am doing. Thank you Mary for all your wonderful video's. Hugs from South Africa
This is a really fun video 🤗 I love sewing and my mother was the best. Your cats are adorable. Have a blessed day.
Hi Mary, i got the biggest kick out of John confessing the hidden pine boards😂. What a great guy❤.
Loved this video, i have had a brand new sewing machine staring me in the face since last Christmas and i guess i'm scared to try it lol. This gives me inspiration! Thank you and God bless you and your family!
I'm a quilter, so this was a fun one to watch!!!! You always look so nice in all your skirts!
Thank you. I loved the sewing projects and the shot of all the variety of birds at your feeder. The blue toile fabric is so pretty.
I think the place by the window for your cats is just beautiful and they accepted it immediately. Simply cute :-)
Hi Mary, lovely sewing projects with great fabrics. For future reference the binding needed to be cut from the fabric diagonally on the bias (i.e., corner to corner) it would have then laid flat on both sides as you sewed it. Lovely results 💕
Im loving this video, i have a sewing machine my husband bought me during covid, i made masks and altered curtains, ( ive never been a sewer) even though i do many crafts, but obviously like most of us, covid came 😢and I decided its something i should be doing. Needless to say ive not used it since, but im in the process of decorating and buying organising storage for my craftroom as ive lost my mojo ,so watching your videos mary and john 😊 is giving me so much inspiration. Thank you so much for sharing your amazing talents. ❤😊
Just love the kitty beds. They are so blessed to have you. Well done John! Thank you for sharing these lovely projects Mary.
Mary, sweet girl...have that adorable husband of yours wall off a portion of his wonderful workshop for you a sewing room! I've had one for the last 30+ years and it's a life changer...a designated space for sewing, projects, wrapping, etc. is so inspirational and save so much time setting up each time you want to make something!
Well done. Would like to see more sewing projects.
Great video, Mary! I get in the mood to sew about once a year…this time of year! I am making American Girl doll bedding for a bed from IKEA for an American Girl doll that I am gifting to my youngest granddaughter for her 9th birthday next month. The doll was my daughter’s, and she is at the AG doll hospital being refurbished…I am having such a good time with this project! Sewing is such a satisfying hobby (most of the time)! I just love fabric and have so much that I’ve purchased through the years for various projects…some of which I have actually gotten finished! I’ve been sewing since I was about 8 years old…not often, but enough to remember how to do certain projects! TY for sharing! Cindi (from WV) 😊
When I was little, my mom made most of my Barbie clothes. Wedding dresses, gowns, skirts, faux fur coats, pants, jackets, lingerie, shorts, halters, etc. She even made me some beautiful bedding with ruffles and throw rugs.
I still have most of them too and I'm going to be 60 this year.
I've also made a few items. Now my granddaughters are playing with them all.
Awe, I just love that he recorded his part, well done John! Mary, you have a lovely home and I love watching the birds in your videos. Would you consider recreating that bird feeder? I have been "hoarding " scrap wood and I am wanting to try to make one like yours!! As always, your creations are beautiful. Blessings!! 🙏🐦❄☃
Hi Mary I love your videos! I don’t sew much but I do when I have a project. I love all your ideas. Thank you!
Ty for the video. When I was a little girl I wanted to try my mom’s sewing machine but she said I’d get hurt. My friend introduced me to a sewing machine a few years ago so I took up sewing in my 40s. I’m 50 now and I love pressing on that pedal, seeing things I’ve made on my own with pride and joy. Ty for the wonderful video. I liked and subscribed 😊
I really enjoyed this episode, I love sewing. I’m 44 and have am self taught. My mother never had time to sew when I was growing up. My grandmothers weren’t sewers either. If I see something I want to, I have to learn how to make it myself.
Anyone who can sew n make their own clothes is truly blessed. Every time I try to sew on my machine my seams are always crooked. I even tried putting tape down on the machine n I still do it. I think I’m not meant to sew LOL. That was a great idea making a cat seat for your fur babies. They just love to sit n look out the window don’t they?
Your basket insert cover turn out like you bought at the store but even better. I loved all the great ideas n all the material was so pretty n spring like. I really liked the eye glass carrier. I wish you could put them in your Etsy shop. I know many women would love it too. I don’t like the hard covers either. They’re so big n take too much room in your purse. The one you made is perfect. I hope you’ll reconsider of maybe doing that. Please!
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I just stumbled on the channel and love the laid back style you have.
I've been sewing since I was 3 and I taught my best friend and my own daughter to sew. I got the best compliment this weekend... my daughter informed me that I'd taught her to sew well enough that she has the self confidence (something she really struggles with along with anxiety) to sew without my help and doesn't need the guide sheet for her project either as she can figure out how things go together now too! She's now teaching her girlfriend to sew as well. She's a 5th generation seamstress in the family now.
As for my best friend we taught her daughter to sew and she's picked up on quilting and clothing. It's a good thing I have a large stash of fabric to use!
I need to go back and watch more of your videos for more ideas of things to make!
I learnt to sew when I was 8. My grandmother gave me her Pfaff treadle machine. It lived in my bedroom so I had no choice. I used to make my dolls clothes and decorated my room and then progessed to making my own clothes. When I went to boarding school I only had weekly lessons. My mother left my father and sold my machine to the local tailor. It took me another 5 years before I bought my own Pfaff 1212 which set me off making my own clothes again. I got into recycling old ties into skirts and waistcoats for money. At one stage I was making costumes for plays. I replaced the Pfaff (i still regret it) with an Elna Carina. It has some fantastic decorative stitches which enhanced my bedding. In the last few years I have inherited 2 Berninas (1942 and 1970 vintage), 2 pfaffs (1963 and 1985) and a husqvarna (1959). Such diversity in use. Not a computerised one among them!
My late grandmother was a professional seamstress. I learned a lot from her and did a lot of sewing when I was a young girl, but haven’t sewn in years now. Loved all the sewing projects especially the cat bed.
I wish I was better at sewing I can get by but....wish I had your talents!!!❤
I saved up for YEARS & finally bought the serger of my dreams. It's been in it's box, completely unopened for THREE YEARS!!! I've just never felt like I needed it. 🤣🤣🤣
I’ve been sewing my entire life and I never knew the corner trick when making a table runner. Game changer! Thank you so much for sharing!
I wish I had just half knowledge.
I wish I could spend a week with you in the kitchen..
I need to put together a cook book...
Your an amazing young lady...
Mary, you are just amazing. I loved this sewing video. I do hope you do more of them. And the fact that you made your kitties that little platform to look out the window. So sweet.
My Mom sewed all my clothes and made matching outfits for my dolls. She would also take a skirt, rip it out and make doll clothes or something for me. I still have some of her patterns. Sometimes she would make her own patterns from newspaper. Mary, my mom always wanted a Bernina machine. Loved todays video.
8:50 Wow! 🐦🕊️🦜🐧Too many precious! 😍
Thanks for showing the eyeglass case. It made me realize that's what I need. I have alot of scraps I can use.
One more thing, just yesterday I was trying to figure out how to make the folded pillowcase. Thank you.
great video. When I was younger and poorer I used to make potholders with baby blankets as lining. For some reason I had an excess of free baby blankets.Lots of other projects over the years. I wish the blessing of knowing how to sew on everyone.