I started sewing 2 years ago at the age of 60 never sewed before that in my life You have been such a blessing to me and your videos have given me a passion for sewing You helped me sew things that I never thought possible You have to take time for you You are wonderful Thank you so much for all you do,you are appreciated
I don't care if you post a video once month or whenever, I will still watch it. You and your family comes first. Take as much time you need. I am still here for you. Peace and Love!🥰❤️
Witney honey, we TOTALLY respect what you need to do to take care of *YOU* & your FAMILY. Please know we are here for you as well. If I need a dose of Whitney, I'll simply go check your playlists. ❤ u Whitney❗
"God works in mysterious ways" as they say. Your website crash brought you to realize you need a break. You have been so generous with your time and with sharing your skills. You have to take care of yourself before you can give to others. We've all been there. I know your loyal followers appreciate your honesty and I for one am selfishly happy that you're not walking away. Embrace and enjoy the time you keep for yourself, your family and your friends!
After recently losing my dad and regretting not spending as much time as I could with him...Make your family a priority. We will gladly support your channel either way.
I can't say much more than everyone else has. Post when you can, when your notification comes I'll definitely watch. I've gratefully learned many things from you & made several items. You have worked HARD & need a big break. Family first always, good mental health always, take care of yourself always. I'm a LOT older than you & don't regret a single moment of sharing good family time. Thanks Whitney for all you have done!
Dear Whitney, Your videos are a GIFT, not an obligation. You don't owe any of us anything! I found your site a couple of years ago and have thoroughly enjoyed watching and learning from you. You have a special talent for teaching, and you connect with people on such a comfortable level. I'm a disabled, retired Grandma, and I have been sewing since I was 9 or 10 years old, but I still learn from you. You are delightful! It's especially a pleasure to see the items you sew for your children, husband, and yourself. I've truly enjoyed seeing them y'all "model" items you've made. Your first priority must always be yourself and your family. Please know that most of us have been where you are, and we know the pressures of trying to juggle too much at once. I'm actually very proud of you for slowing things down on your RUclips channel! I think it's wonderful that you're stepping back. Like myself, I imagine that a lot of your loyal viewers haven't seen all of your content over the years. So, while it was nice looking forward to what you would post each Wednesday, I (and others, I'm sure) can catch up on watching your older videos. Enjoy your LIFE! I'm glad that your family is so important to you, as they should be! I'm glad that you're focusing on the activities that bring you joy. Once RUclips became a chore, it's time to replace it with something that makes you smile and doesn't bring you stress. Remember, we are loyal viewers, but we are essentially strangers. Yes, we love your videos, but YOU and your family are your real life. Soak up this time with them. My children have been grown and gone from home for decades! I have grandchildren from 22 down to newborn, so I'm old enough to reminisce on the times you are living now! It's fleeting! Don't waste a single moment of it! Sew what you enjoy sewing, and play with your daughters, and "date" your husband! Not posting a video every week will give us all something to look forward to whenever you get around to it, and in the meantime, we can watch your older videos knowing that you and your husband are parenting your girls. Play, Whitney! Enjoy life! God bless you!
I'm right there with you girl!! this year i had to just skip halloween entirely because there just isnt enough hours in the day as a youtuber :( you chose right, your loyal subscribers will be here when you come back.
I just feel proud that you are making this decision. I am a retired professional musician, but decided to stop performing when my boys were born. I kept hearing in my head, "Live a simpler life, make more time for family." I am just looking forward watching your videos whenever you feel like you have time to make them~ You will be missed!
This is the reason I can't bring myself to sew for profit. Sewing is my zen, and if I don't have that, I'm a crazy person. I don't want to lose that mojo. That said, everyone gets burned out and I think it's great you are slowing down so you aren't miserable. I know you love sewing and the community, but we all get burned out. Also, I love cosplay, and I look forward to seeing what you make, even if there isn't a tutorial for all of it. I hope you find your mojo again, and that your personal projects re-inspire you, not because I selfishly want you to post every week, but because you would be happy in whatever you did, no matter how often you posted. =) Lots of love to you & the fam!
WE LOVE YOU! Every one of your viewers love you and the content you produce and we will be happy with how ever much content you are HAPPY to produce. I tried an online selling business recently and it only lasted 3 weeks as I quickly realised it was taking up so much of my time that I was not crafting at all and it was negatively affecting my mental health. I was snappy and horrible to my children and my husband because I wasn't happy. I put a stop to it and got my sewing machine out. You enjoy doing the same. Enjoy feeling the weight lifted and just BE HAPPY with your family and get used to your sewing room without the camera ❤❤❤
I have watched you for many years now and if I can speak for other viewers, I have to say WE LOVE YOU! I think most viewers if they’re like me, will be very happy to see your videos if they come once a week or once a month or however long you want to post. I am not a cosplayer but I am a creative and I’d LOVE love LOVE to see what you’re creating and that doesn’t mean I need a full tutorial from those types of videos you share about your cosplay content... it’s fun to see how people create but that doesn’t mean we necessarily need a full explanation. Inspiration doesn’t have to be full detailed information :) I am totally interested in how people create and when I see something unusual or creative I find that in itself interesting. So, be well and be happy and i pray you feel unburdened and free to create. God bless you 💗 btw I have had many burnouts that have lasted varying amounts of time, it can be discouraging when they last long but I have to think that God is doing something, shifting and changing my focus to hopefully something better that He wants for my life
Darling Whitney, I know I commented already but I just GOTTA say- the longer I heard you talk, the more I knew you were making a good decision for yourself. i think it really came across when you were talking about the pair of dungaries you were making and you wore them and liked them so much. I think women are caregivers by nature and often push their needs and wants aside for others. Happy for you, and if you have a moment of doubt, just read some of the comments below, we are all proud of you, and continue to trust yourself in the future! You are awesome!
This season of life with our children is so short, and you have every right to take a step back/slow down and enjoy your children and husband. I hope you can get back to enjoying sewing and get all those projects you want and more done.
I have sewn for 18 years. The last 11 years more frequent and there are many times I buy fabric I like with a project in mind and it takes me months or years before I get to it. Spending time with my family comes before my love for sewing. Keeping up a website/business is difficult with a family. You have to love what you making to keep up what you doing and when you feel obligated to do something you loose the love for it for a while. We love you and we all understand you family and your love for what you do comes 1st. ❤️❤️❤️
You've helped me and a lot of other people here, once a week, once a month, once year we'll be here to watch and learn. Your little girls are growing fast. Take time for them and Jeremiah and yourself. Love & peace.
Whitney, Thank you for all your episodes of DIY sewing, My mother and I watched your videos for years, she passed a year ago, so watching your videos now I like to think she is with me watching you too. If your feeling overwhelmed, take time for yourself and post videos on your terms, your the best! Thank you again for all you have given to the youtube universe and best wishes to you and your family.
Wow! You work so hard for everyone!! You do an Amazing job!! That is so much pressure!! Do what is healthy and happy for you and your family. They come first. We appreciate all you have shared and blessed us with. ❤️🙏🏻
I love your videos! I’ve made all your bags and quilts. Your videos are so easy to watch and learn from. I think you are a great teacher Whitney. Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. I understand. I’m not going anywhere. I still go back often and rewatch your old videos too. You take care of yourself and family!
You be happy. I enjoy the chit chat videos and the holiday stuff. I look back at your old videos but I have really upped my sewing game. So I rarely make a new project unless I really want it. YOU deserve to create whatever you want when ever you want. Thank you for the best videos and tutorials. It's like having a friend that shares my hobbies.
Oh Whitney, you have a wonderful presence here, have a very nice way about you and exce llent communication/orator. Whatever content you choose to share with us... is good with us! You are simply experiencing the joys of growing a family, precious times:) I do notice significantly less video/blog content over the last couple yrs and way more Instagram content, simply for speed/ease of sharing. I'll still be here and thank you kindly for everything. Wishing you good health and wellness as always:) xo
Hello Whitney, you don't need to worry if you about posting video's every week because you and your family come first, your girls are only young once and you want to be able to spend time with them while you can. You have inspired me over the last few years since I started watching your channel, you need to take some time to spend doing things that make you and your family happy. I will still be here to watch your video's when you post them even if it is only every once a month or even longer. Pray that you and your family have a blessed day and that you will enjoy the time with your family.
EVERYTHING you just said is how I felt last November! I have not made a tutorial since and I have discovered myself, sorted out my anxiety and feel so much better You do what you need to do, you know the world wont end if you don't make a tutorial ....took me a long to realize that. People will be ok if they don't get a tutorial I love your videos and will continue to enjoy them no matter what your schedule and so many other people will do the same
You are correct in taking the time "you need" for yourself and your family. You have been a blessing and an inspiration to me and to your many subscribers. Changing your posting times and giving comments on patterns sounds like a needed change for you. You are correct when you say that the girls are only young once, enjoy this time and give them hugs from me. We love you Whitney. We'll look forward to your next video update whenever that is.
Oh Whitney, I just cried along with you. Bless your heart. I can only imagine the balancing act it takes to have a highly active RUclips channel and family life. I have loved your channel more than any other sewing channel that I have watched on RUclips. You have a gift and we all appreciate the time, the hours and all of the effort you put into your videos for us. I will still be here no matter what. I'm a very loyal subscriber! You need to put yourself and family first right now. In the end that is what is truly more important over anything else.
This is about personal growth: opting for private validation from loved ones rather than public validation from strangers. RUclips is just business ... that's it.
👋"HI !!" 👋 ADVICE: I formally worked at Directv in El Segundo, CA. The company one day had a Corporate meeting. The advice the CEO gave was: "In order to take care of DirecTV you have a couple things to do first. First you take care of yourself after you take care of yourself THEN you take care of your family. Once you take care of yourself and your family THEN you could take care everybody else!" You're no good to anyone if you are not taking care of yourself first." These are words that I have found to live by. Don't live life stressing you're way too young and beautiful. Do it because you enjoy it and not because of stress and pressure. 😊😉❤
I really admire you and so proud that you are able to express your thoughts! My heart really goes out to you! You do what you have to do for yourself and your family! I’ve learned a lot from you and I’m so grateful! I am in the process of making a memory bear! Thank You, Thank You! ❤️
Honestly I would like to see worklogs of the cosplays - not necessarily a tutorial but even if you filmed a timelapse and did a voiceover later that'd be great (if you could find a way to do it without worrying about the camera shutting off). There are lots of cosplayers who do this and sometimes it's just nice to have in the background. Alternatively you could even livestream it. Another idea would be to make the costumes/projects and then do a breakdown of them. Show the details, how it goes together and stuff like that which a lot of cosplayers do on their channels. You'd inadvertently be helping people because they might see how you did something and apply that to a costume of their own later. I've been following your channel for a very long time, and I would really like to see you do passion projects and seeing you get excited about them - a girl can only make so many bags before feeling stuck, and I think I speak for everyone when I say we want to see you happy and enjoying sewing.
I've not watched this video on purpose until I've been ready to sit down and listen to you as I knew it would be a biggie. You have been a massive inspiration to me, and when I got back into sewing 4 years ago, your tutorials were my best friend, so thank you for that. I absolutely get where you're coming from. Family must come first. Kids are not kids long enough to let the time go unnoticed. Life is short and happiness is a must. You actually sound positive in this video, and I love that. All the best Whitney, I'll still look out for any videos when you do post. Big hugs to you. X
Oh bless you, you work so hard, and we all appreciate your content. I don’t even have time to watch all your back videos. My daughter is like you..sewing all day, up all night creating stuff, she has spoken to you many times on Facebook, and you have been a great help. Thankyou x
You’ve given so much of yourself and to us, it’s free. We are thankful for any tiny bit of knowledge you’ve given us, without us asking! You’ve helped so many people learn and grow (I literally use your memory bear video monthly) for no cost to us. You need to take care of yourself and we are so thankful for anything you’ve ever taught us!!! ❤️❤️
I'm thankful for you and you're amazing tutorials. That said I'm also super proud of you for putting your family first. I agree with the majority that we will be here when you come back. Please dont stress or put so much on yourself. Thank you for your heart and for all you've taught. It is really amazing to me that you've spent 10 plus years posting vids. That's just dedication. 💗💗💗thanks so much!!!
Girl! This whole year has been a burnout and recovery process. You do you. I enjoy seeing your content but I’m also a mother and wife myself and don’t have time to do all you do. I’ll follow your Instagram to see more. But even if you don’t film a project. I love learning about your cosplay projects. Much love!
I am so incredibly proud of you! Children are only children for awhile. We will still be here following sharing in your life and celebrating your growth and refreshing. It is okay to take a rest! I’ve learned so much from you and I’m excited to see what you do with your new techniques that you learn! Much love to you and your family!
This is a great message, I'm sorry that life got so busy for you. But life has a way of making things hard until we hear the truth, and for you that's to slow down. I never listened when it was me, and I ended up bedbound and unwell for 4 years, and I'm getting better because I'm listening to my bodies needs... this is the best thing you can do for you, and I although i love your videos, and I'm grateful for them too. I'm glad your taking time to focus on what's important Xxx
it absolutely ok whitney, we love you, family come first. if you insist you can do video like raw footage, no aditing etc. we love you dear. make your life happy for you that is the most important!!!!
I only recently found you when I was searching for a tutorial on making a fabric basket. Your instructions were so awesome. Straight to the point and in less than 10 minutes I learned something new in an easy to understand tutorial. Now I found this video and I feel for you! That feeling of commitment and hard work over 10-1/2 years, the overwhelming feeling of starting over, and the realization that you need time for you and your family. Step back and enjoy what you love the most! Your new prospective will guide you and you will find the balance that works. Best wishes!!
I have been watching your videos for a very long time, and I've wondered how you managed to post every week. I'll miss your weekly videos but think it's great that you are taking time for your family and yourself. Enjoy every moment with your husband and kids....those are THE most important things. And enjoy working on all those projects you've had on the back burner for so long!
I recently ran into your videos and am glad I did, I am not so good at sewing but was able to make a very nice bag thanks to you, once I move my sewing machine it takes me hours to just do a simple project so I understand you perfectly, I sew because I feel good creating something, I hope you feel better about your time off and your family should always be a priority, as others have mentioned we will support your decision, God bless you
This had me crying!! I just found you and already adore you. It's so hard to take a break, even when we know we need it, as video creators. I'm new again to the sewing world, as I just got a new machine a month ago after not sewing for 16 years or so. I wanted to make masks for our community, and have been sewing non-stop to the rhythm of around 1,000 masks at the moment! I want to make something fun just for me so I was looking at your adorable tote bags. Thank you for keeping it real and letting people know how much goes into making these tutorials. Stay blessed friend!
I discovered you during my surgery recovering in the last months. Your challenge to sew my stash was the best thing I could find, it was someway in my mind, but you turned it into words and challenge! The ideas in your FaceBook group are great inspirations for me! Your sincerity and honesty on the start of the challenge made me decide to go on work (only now my health allows me to sew again).During the process, I loved your each time more, and today you my admiration for you explodes of joy and happyness seeing you to choose you and your family on the highest level of priority. I can find other persons to inspire me, but your kids can´t find another mother special like you! God bless your decision and your life! Johanna, a brazilian ladybug!
Awe... your bringing me to tears..happy tears, I am so happy you are finding your happiness! Your family and what YOU want to do, not what technology wants you to do! Don't worry one second that you are not doing the right thing because I can see the relief on your face that you can breathe again! Bravo for you for being brave and facing this giant of youtube and not letting it run your life anymore... you be in charge...its your life and your happiness and I couldn't be happier for you :)
My daughter is like you. Maybe even me, you put a lot of pressure on yourself. We appreciate that you share your talents with us. Take care of you and we will be here when you can.
awww...you do you girl! I'm in a struggle now too. so many projects I want to do but learning a new trade for financial support is dominating my time. so I get it! You've given so much of your time for us to watch these helpful videos and make learning to sew awesome! Thank you so very much for that!! Happy Sewing Days to you! Enjoy that family time because kids seriously grow fast!! We love you!! I mean...look at all these supporting comments!! WE LOVE YOU! Now Go Do You Girl!!
Thank you so much for the time you take to put a video up for us. I got exhausted just listening to what all you have to do to post a video! Just know that we viewers do appreciate you. I have learned a lot from you and others here on YT, and just enjoy doing so. God bless you and please do whatever is in your heart.
I love your videos and have been sewing the lined drawstring bags in different sizes! Your videos are so as to follow and you are awesome! So glad I found you! Happy sewing!
GOOD FOR YOU!! I lost some of my love of sewing after starting to sew for income. I understand your feelings well. I have really appreciated your videos and look forward to you doing 'your thing'! Take care of you!
I found your channel when I was looking for memory bears. I’ve watched most of your tutorial and you are amazing. Thank you for all your hard work. You absolutely must do what is best for you and your family. You definitely need to take a break and make your new normal schedule. 💐
Whitney I’m glad you are able step back and do what you need to do for yourself and your family. I just recently picked up sewing again and came across your channel. I had no idea you’ve been doing this for ten years! Breathe and relax for a while. We’ll be here when you’re ready.
I totally understand that you need time for yourself and your family. I have enjoyed each and every video you have posted. Thank you so much. I have been working for close to 30 years in the IT field and I started sewing about 9 years ago - only when I had the time (and I love sewing). So "me time" is so so important. Enjoy that and see you whenever. :)
Whitney, the bottom line is that your family and you should always come first. I really do appreciate all that I have learned from you, but I don't want to learn anything at the expense of the true happiness of you and your family! Life is short and before you know it, your children will be older and will leave to go live their lives (as they should). So, go enjoy your time, your family and do what you can and when you can!!
The same thing happened with my on my own channel. I was pouring so much into my channel, and I was getting so much enjoyment from it. I couldn't imagine not posting regularly. I pushed through mini burn outs, getting back into a groove was always reassuring that YT was, in fact, worth all the hard work and sacrifice. One day I skipped going out with my family to finish a video. It's sounds bad like I was ignoring my family but everyone needs time to pursue passions, and time alone. I was actually looking forward to having the house quiet and working on something I was passionate about without interruption. I had camera trouble and ended up spending the whole time messing with my camera and didn't get the recipe made, let alone the video. I was pretty disappointed. When my family came home and I told my husband what happened he asked me what upset me more, not making the recipe or not making the video. Because I can still make the recipe. It really opened my eyes and sort of instantly changed my view of YT. I was first passionate about cooking and crochet and YT was just a vehicle for sharing that passion. Somehow YT inched up the priority list. It's almost crazy how it inched up right past the thing it was originally meant to showcase. People will always say "family first" and "we understand you need to step back from YT" buts it's a very odd feeling from the inside. Because yes, duh, family is first, until you find yourself regularly editing videos at 3am and you realize you've been doing it for years and your like "what?!" I totally get it. Making videos hits all the same creative dopamine triggers that crafty people love PLUS the social media dopamine feedback loop, that is designed on purpose to keep us like hamsters on a wheel. But we are not hamsters. Trapped in a system that makes other people money at the expense of our happiness. This is all from a place of love and no judgement. I hope you can see that. For what it's worth, it has become really hard for me to post anything anymore. Still waiting for the spark to return but not holding my breath.
Katie Cooks and Crafts - My husband says "Things start for one reason, and continue for another." That always makes me think about the "why" of things. I was building a business until I realized I have money, but no life. Life is better. Sounds like you are offering Whitney the voice of experience. And wisdom.
You are amazing! I love that you are explaining yourself! I love that you can Express where you are mentally. It is a true inspiration. I work a lot and sewing is fun to me. It's my way out and a way to put smiles on people I care about faces. You have helped me do that. You do you! You do what is the nedt for yourself and your family! You are amazing! Keep it up.
You are awesome! Priorities and putting your family first is the right thing to do for your self and to bring balance and happiness to you and your family’s lives! You will still be inspiring us and we have 10 years of videos to watch and learn also!❤️🥰
I’ve been following for at least 6 years! Love your content and love that you’re making yourself and your family a priority! I totally feel where you’re coming from! God bless!
Family is such a treasure and you are soo right. Your children will be grown before you can blink your eyes and there are no do-overs with them. Take care.
I've been a long time member of your Y.T. channel and I've always been amazed at how much videoing you produce on a regular basis, and even more amazed after 2 beautiful children came along. I understand why you need to keep up regular posts (algorithms and all that) but I'm glad to see you are going to take more care of your own needs. You are such a lovely family unit and I would hate to see that change. Take care of yourself Whitney; you have enough loyal followers who will always wait for your return, no matter how often it is. ((hugs)) to you and your family :)
WOW - so happy you had a major paradigm shift and hoping you have the support to get through it - I could feel the emotions and conflict you are dealing with as you are processing this major change. I think that your family and personal interests should come first and I'll simply "take any content I can get" - when/ if you are ready to share. As many have commented - you are inspiring and I bought one of your latest patterns and have cranked out almost 25 tote bags to give to friends and family as holiday gifts (some with zippers, some without, using fabrics I've had as well as some recently purchased). I will share on Instagram (and will tag you) once they gifts are out. Also - THANK YOU for all of the work you have done for your followers on RUclips. I pretty much follow you, Angela Clayton and Karen Kavett. When each of them (AC & KK) have explained the "behind the scenes process," entailed in making a single video - - - my mind was blown and it curtailed my desire (again - inspired by people like you) to create a RUclips presence. Video editing alone seems overwhelming. So - THANK YOU for everything you have given the RUclips community and I can't wait to see anything you put out - especially Cosplay projects - even if they are photo stills with a voice-over - that would rock! Congrats and great luck taking care of yourself, your family and your personal passions! You are awesome!
It's okay Whitney. I've enjoyed seeing your face and getting inspiration for years. But I understand enjoy your family have some fun! We love you! #happysewing to you
Also, thank you so much for teaching me how to sew. Your videos are so straightforward and easy for me to follow. I have made some awesome gifts for my family and they ended up buying some to give as gifts. Thank you so much!
Whitney, I love all your videos and frankly, have marveled that you have the time to create a new one every week! I mean we, your followers, can't keep up with once-a-week projects anyway! I would love to see a new video about once-a-month or even every other month. That is plenty often enough!! Thank you for all you have done. Please post link to your website.
This is why I never want to turn my sewing into a job. I feel like I wouldn't enjoy it as much anymore. Good for you for realizing you need to step back.
My darling girl.. You popped up on my feed for the first time today and I watched your video. As a beginner, I love watching videos/tutorials from experienced sewists. You all have so much to teach me but I don't expect this at the expense of your family time, 'your time' and your love of life! I look forward to watching your back catalogue and will be truly grateful for any future videos. It seems you are not alone in this field as several others I subscribe to have decided to get more of a balance between RUclips life and real life! And that's fine....absolutely fine. I'm 62yrs old and a retired nurse and one thing I have learned is that time is very precious. Allow yourself to enjoy it. Every moment.
Great video. Thank you for sharing. I have a small channel and this is something I need to be mindful of. Thank you for your honesty and true look into being a YT creator. In the end, there was a twinkle in your eyes and your smile. Keep doing what's best for your family and yourself. When you're happy you followers are happy for you!
Your family, your health/sanity and your happiness comes first.. I have learnt a lot from your videos.. About 9 years ago I started having pain in my lower back and my leg.. I was diagnosed with slipped discs.. while being treated for that I couldn’t work and was stuck at home.. I found your channel and started sewing.. Bought myself a sewing machine and made soo many of your projects as gifts for family.. 3 years ago I was diagnosed with AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis).. Life has changed.. I’m now a disabled person and I can’t do a normal job.. so my hobbies have now become my work.. And all your hard work has helped me soo much.. It’s time for you to put yourself first.. To put your family first.. Post when you can post.. I will follow you on Instagram and look forward to your happy family photos and you personal project photos.. Thank you Soo soo soo much for being an inspiration and for all your hard work.. Will be praying for your happiness, health and peace of mind.. Love from London UK 🥰😘😍 Nadia xxx
I think that RUclips serviced it's purpose for you at the time you needed it to. It's great that you realized you are able to, and needed to shift your priorities to you and your family. This is a VERY important journey in your life! EMBRACE IT! I am happy for you!❤️. I am literally a new follower of yours and will continue to be! BLESSINGS! 😊
Such a powerful, honest and truthful video that needed to be said. I dont have young children anymore but I do have chronic illness so can relate to not being able to do it all. I do wish people realised how much hard work videos are, esp sewalongs. I also rely on ad revenue to get by, it's not easy. Glad to hear you're not disappearing. Sorry about your website. I've given up on mine since youtube took off for me as I cant fit it all in but I'd like to get it going again.
I started sewing 2 years ago at the age of 60 never sewed before that in my life
You have been such a blessing to me and your videos have given me a passion for sewing
You helped me sew things that I never thought possible
You have to take time for you
You are wonderful
Thank you so much for all you do,you are appreciated
Way to go!
I am 63 and want to make some bears.Very basic skills
I don't care if you post a video once month or whenever, I will still watch it. You and your family comes first. Take as much time you need. I am still here for you. Peace and Love!🥰❤️
Priorities. Admirable when people put their family first. ❤❤❤
Witney honey, we TOTALLY respect what you need to do to take care of *YOU* & your FAMILY. Please know we are here for you as well. If I need a dose of Whitney, I'll simply go check your playlists. ❤ u Whitney❗
"God works in mysterious ways" as they say. Your website crash brought you to realize you need a break. You have been so generous with your time and with sharing your skills. You have to take care of yourself before you can give to others. We've all been there. I know your loyal followers appreciate your honesty and I for one am selfishly happy that you're not walking away. Embrace and enjoy the time you keep for yourself, your family and your friends!
After recently losing my dad and regretting not spending as much time as I could with him...Make your family a priority. We will gladly support your channel either way.
You and family comes first...always!! Im sure many of us will still be here whenever you are!!Xoxo 😘
I can't say much more than everyone else has. Post when you can, when your notification comes I'll definitely watch. I've gratefully learned many things from you & made several items. You have worked HARD & need a big break. Family first always, good mental health always, take care of yourself always. I'm a LOT older than you & don't regret a single moment of sharing good family time. Thanks Whitney for all you have done!
Aww nicely well said. 😉
Dear Whitney, Your videos are a GIFT, not an obligation. You don't owe any of us anything! I found your site a couple of years ago and have thoroughly enjoyed watching and learning from you. You have a special talent for teaching, and you connect with people on such a comfortable level. I'm a disabled, retired Grandma, and I have been sewing since I was 9 or 10 years old, but I still learn from you. You are delightful! It's especially a pleasure to see the items you sew for your children, husband, and yourself. I've truly enjoyed seeing them y'all "model" items you've made. Your first priority must always be yourself and your family. Please know that most of us have been where you are, and we know the pressures of trying to juggle too much at once. I'm actually very proud of you for slowing things down on your RUclips channel! I think it's wonderful that you're stepping back. Like myself, I imagine that a lot of your loyal viewers haven't seen all of your content over the years. So, while it was nice looking forward to what you would post each Wednesday, I (and others, I'm sure) can catch up on watching your older videos. Enjoy your LIFE! I'm glad that your family is so important to you, as they should be! I'm glad that you're focusing on the activities that bring you joy. Once RUclips became a chore, it's time to replace it with something that makes you smile and doesn't bring you stress. Remember, we are loyal viewers, but we are essentially strangers. Yes, we love your videos, but YOU and your family are your real life. Soak up this time with them. My children have been grown and gone from home for decades! I have grandchildren from 22 down to newborn, so I'm old enough to reminisce on the times you are living now! It's fleeting! Don't waste a single moment of it! Sew what you enjoy sewing, and play with your daughters, and "date" your husband! Not posting a video every week will give us all something to look forward to whenever you get around to it, and in the meantime, we can watch your older videos knowing that you and your husband are parenting your girls. Play, Whitney! Enjoy life! God bless you!
I'm right there with you girl!! this year i had to just skip halloween entirely because there just isnt enough hours in the day as a youtuber :( you chose right, your loyal subscribers will be here when you come back.
I just feel proud that you are making this decision. I am a retired professional musician, but decided to stop performing when my boys were born. I kept hearing in my head, "Live a simpler life, make more time for family." I am just looking forward watching your videos whenever you feel like you have time to make them~ You will be missed!
This is the reason I can't bring myself to sew for profit. Sewing is my zen, and if I don't have that, I'm a crazy person. I don't want to lose that mojo. That said, everyone gets burned out and I think it's great you are slowing down so you aren't miserable. I know you love sewing and the community, but we all get burned out. Also, I love cosplay, and I look forward to seeing what you make, even if there isn't a tutorial for all of it. I hope you find your mojo again, and that your personal projects re-inspire you, not because I selfishly want you to post every week, but because you would be happy in whatever you did, no matter how often you posted. =) Lots of love to you & the fam!
Cheryl Land same
WE LOVE YOU! Every one of your viewers love you and the content you produce and we will be happy with how ever much content you are HAPPY to produce. I tried an online selling business recently and it only lasted 3 weeks as I quickly realised it was taking up so much of my time that I was not crafting at all and it was negatively affecting my mental health. I was snappy and horrible to my children and my husband because I wasn't happy. I put a stop to it and got my sewing machine out. You enjoy doing the same. Enjoy feeling the weight lifted and just BE HAPPY with your family and get used to your sewing room without the camera ❤❤❤
I have watched you for many years now and if I can speak for other viewers, I have to say WE LOVE YOU! I think most viewers if they’re like me, will be very happy to see your videos if they come once a week or once a month or however long you want to post. I am not a cosplayer but I am a creative and I’d LOVE love LOVE to see what you’re creating and that doesn’t mean I need a full tutorial from those types of videos you share about your cosplay content... it’s fun to see how people create but that doesn’t mean we necessarily need a full explanation. Inspiration doesn’t have to be full detailed information :) I am totally interested in how people create and when I see something unusual or creative I find that in itself interesting. So, be well and be happy and i pray you feel unburdened and free to create. God bless you 💗 btw I have had many burnouts that have lasted varying amounts of time, it can be discouraging when they last long but I have to think that God is doing something, shifting and changing my focus to hopefully something better that He wants for my life
Darling Whitney, I know I commented already but I just GOTTA say- the longer I heard you talk, the more I knew you were making a good decision for yourself. i think it really came across when you were talking about the pair of dungaries you were making and you wore them and liked them so much. I think women are caregivers by nature and often push their needs and wants aside for others. Happy for you, and if you have a moment of doubt, just read some of the comments below, we are all proud of you, and continue to trust yourself in the future! You are awesome!
This season of life with our children is so short, and you have every right to take a step back/slow down and enjoy your children and husband.
I hope you can get back to enjoying sewing and get all those projects you want and more done.
I have sewn for 18 years. The last 11 years more frequent and there are many times I buy fabric I like with a project in mind and it takes me months or years before I get to it. Spending time with my family comes before my love for sewing. Keeping up a website/business is difficult with a family. You have to love what you making to keep up what you doing and when you feel obligated to do something you loose the love for it for a while. We love you and we all understand you family and your love for what you do comes 1st. ❤️❤️❤️
You're family comes FIRST. They need you. God bless you.
You've helped me and a lot of other people here, once a week, once a month, once year we'll be here to watch and learn.
Your little girls are growing fast. Take time for them and Jeremiah and yourself. Love & peace.
Whitney, Thank you for all your episodes of DIY sewing, My mother and I watched your videos for years, she passed a year ago, so watching your videos now I like to think she is with me watching you too. If your feeling overwhelmed, take time for yourself and post videos on your terms, your the best! Thank you again for all you have given to the youtube universe and best wishes to you and your family.
Wow! You work so hard for everyone!! You do an Amazing job!! That is so much pressure!! Do what is healthy and happy for you and your family. They come first. We appreciate all you have shared and blessed us with. ❤️🙏🏻
I love your videos! I’ve made all your bags and quilts. Your videos are so easy to watch and learn from. I think you are a great teacher Whitney. Thank you for sharing your feelings with us. I understand. I’m not going anywhere. I still go back often and rewatch your old videos too. You take care of yourself and family!
You be happy. I enjoy the chit chat videos and the holiday stuff. I look back at your old videos but I have really upped my sewing game. So I rarely make a new project unless I really want it. YOU deserve to create whatever you want when ever you want. Thank you for the best videos and tutorials. It's like having a friend that shares my hobbies.
Oh Whitney, you have a wonderful presence here, have a very nice way about you and exce llent communication/orator. Whatever content you choose to share with us... is good with us! You are simply experiencing the joys of growing a family, precious times:) I do notice significantly less video/blog content over the last couple yrs and way more Instagram content, simply for speed/ease of sharing. I'll still be here and thank you kindly for everything. Wishing you good health and wellness as always:) xo
You go girl! Take care and I will be here to watch your videos whenever they come out. Thank you for the update.
Hello Whitney, you don't need to worry if you about posting video's every week because you and your family come first, your girls are only young once and you want to be able to spend time with them while you can. You have inspired me over the last few years since I started watching your channel, you need to take some time to spend doing things that make you and your family happy. I will still be here to watch your video's when you post them even if it is only every once a month or even longer. Pray that you and your family have a blessed day and that you will enjoy the time with your family.
EVERYTHING you just said is how I felt last November! I have not made a tutorial since and I have discovered myself, sorted out my anxiety and feel so much better
You do what you need to do, you know the world wont end if you don't make a tutorial ....took me a long to realize that. People will be ok if they don't get a tutorial
I love your videos and will continue to enjoy them no matter what your schedule and so many other people will do the same
You are correct in taking the time "you need" for yourself and your family. You have been a blessing and an inspiration to me and to your many subscribers. Changing your posting times and giving comments on patterns sounds like a needed change for you. You are correct when you say that the girls are only young once, enjoy this time and give them hugs from me. We love you Whitney. We'll look forward to your next video update whenever that is.
Oh Whitney, I just cried along with you. Bless your heart. I can only imagine the balancing act it takes to have a highly active RUclips channel and family life. I have loved your channel more than any other sewing channel that I have watched on RUclips. You have a gift and we all appreciate the time, the hours and all of the effort you put into your videos for us. I will still be here no matter what. I'm a very loyal subscriber! You need to put yourself and family first right now. In the end that is what is truly more important over anything else.
This is about personal growth: opting for private validation from loved ones rather than public validation from strangers. RUclips is just business ... that's it.
I was down a couple of years ago and your channel really bring be back into sewing again,whatever your decision is put god first
👋"HI !!" 👋 ADVICE: I formally worked at Directv in El Segundo, CA. The company one day had a Corporate meeting. The advice the CEO gave was: "In order to take care of DirecTV you have a couple things to do first. First you take care of yourself after you take care of yourself THEN you take care of your family. Once you take care of yourself and your family THEN you could take care everybody else!" You're no good to anyone if you are not taking care of yourself first."
These are words that I have found to live by. Don't live life stressing you're way too young and beautiful. Do it because you enjoy it and not because of stress and pressure. 😊😉❤
I really admire you and so proud that you are able to express your thoughts! My heart really goes out to you! You do what you have to do for yourself and your family! I’ve learned a lot from you and I’m so grateful! I am in the process of making a memory bear! Thank You, Thank You! ❤️
Honestly I would like to see worklogs of the cosplays - not necessarily a tutorial but even if you filmed a timelapse and did a voiceover later that'd be great (if you could find a way to do it without worrying about the camera shutting off). There are lots of cosplayers who do this and sometimes it's just nice to have in the background. Alternatively you could even livestream it.
Another idea would be to make the costumes/projects and then do a breakdown of them. Show the details, how it goes together and stuff like that which a lot of cosplayers do on their channels. You'd inadvertently be helping people because they might see how you did something and apply that to a costume of their own later.
I've been following your channel for a very long time, and I would really like to see you do passion projects and seeing you get excited about them - a girl can only make so many bags before feeling stuck, and I think I speak for everyone when I say we want to see you happy and enjoying sewing.
Same here
I've not watched this video on purpose until I've been ready to sit down and listen to you as I knew it would be a biggie. You have been a massive inspiration to me, and when I got back into sewing 4 years ago, your tutorials were my best friend, so thank you for that. I absolutely get where you're coming from. Family must come first. Kids are not kids long enough to let the time go unnoticed. Life is short and happiness is a must. You actually sound positive in this video, and I love that. All the best Whitney, I'll still look out for any videos when you do post. Big hugs to you. X
Thank you for all you have done. It has been so very helpful to my wife and is much appreciated. Best wishes to you and your family for the future.
Oh bless you, you work so hard, and we all appreciate your content. I don’t even have time to watch all your back videos. My daughter is like you..sewing all day, up all night creating stuff, she has spoken to you many times on Facebook, and you have been a great help. Thankyou x
You’ve given so much of yourself and to us, it’s free. We are thankful for any tiny bit of knowledge you’ve given us, without us asking! You’ve helped so many people learn and grow (I literally use your memory bear video monthly) for no cost to us. You need to take care of yourself and we are so thankful for anything you’ve ever taught us!!! ❤️❤️
Thank you for your honesty. Good luck on all of your new ventures. Family first!
I'm thankful for you and you're amazing tutorials. That said I'm also super proud of you for putting your family first. I agree with the majority that we will be here when you come back. Please dont stress or put so much on yourself. Thank you for your heart and for all you've taught. It is really amazing to me that you've spent 10 plus years posting vids. That's just dedication. 💗💗💗thanks so much!!!
I am so happy for you because I can see the happiness on your face with your decision. Kudos!
Girl! This whole year has been a burnout and recovery process. You do you. I enjoy seeing your content but I’m also a mother and wife myself and don’t have time to do all you do. I’ll follow your Instagram to see more. But even if you don’t film a project. I love learning about your cosplay projects. Much love!
I am so incredibly proud of you! Children are only children for awhile. We will still be here following sharing in your life and celebrating your growth and refreshing. It is okay to take a rest! I’ve learned so much from you and I’m excited to see what you do with your new techniques that you learn! Much love to you and your family!
This is a great message, I'm sorry that life got so busy for you. But life has a way of making things hard until we hear the truth, and for you that's to slow down. I never listened when it was me, and I ended up bedbound and unwell for 4 years, and I'm getting better because I'm listening to my bodies needs... this is the best thing you can do for you, and I although i love your videos, and I'm grateful for them too. I'm glad your taking time to focus on what's important Xxx
Family is always first!! You do what you need to do!! I will still be tuning in whenever you are on!!
Thanks for letting us know. All the best to you and your family.
it absolutely ok whitney, we love you, family come first. if you insist you can do video like raw footage, no aditing etc. we love you dear. make your life happy for you that is the most important!!!!
You a wonderful person, take all the time you need❤️there is plenty of videos for us to learn from. All the best to you and your family 🤗
I only recently found you when I was searching for a tutorial on making a fabric basket. Your instructions were so awesome. Straight to the point and in less than 10 minutes I learned something new in an easy to understand tutorial. Now I found this video and I feel for you! That feeling of commitment and hard work over 10-1/2 years, the overwhelming feeling of starting over, and the realization that you need time for you and your family. Step back and enjoy what you love the most! Your new prospective will guide you and you will find the balance that works. Best wishes!!
Have to do what is best for you and your family. Will miss your tutorials.
Be bless and no worries 😉❤️🙏
I have been watching your videos for a very long time, and I've wondered how you managed to post every week. I'll miss your weekly videos but think it's great that you are taking time for your family and yourself. Enjoy every moment with your husband and kids....those are THE most important things. And enjoy working on all those projects you've had on the back burner for so long!
I recently ran into your videos and am glad I did, I am not so good at sewing but was able to make a very nice bag thanks to you, once I move my sewing machine it takes me hours to just do a simple project so I understand you perfectly, I sew because I feel good creating something, I hope you feel better about your time off and your family should always be a priority, as others have mentioned we will support your decision, God bless you
This had me crying!! I just found you and already adore you.
It's so hard to take a break, even when we know we need it, as video creators. I'm new again to the sewing world, as I just got a new machine a month ago after not sewing for 16 years or so. I wanted to make masks for our community, and have been sewing non-stop to the rhythm of around 1,000 masks at the moment!
I want to make something fun just for me so I was looking at your adorable tote bags.
Thank you for keeping it real and letting people know how much goes into making these tutorials.
Stay blessed friend!
I discovered you during my surgery recovering in the last months. Your challenge to sew my stash was the best thing I could find, it was someway in my mind, but you turned it into words and challenge! The ideas in your FaceBook group are great inspirations for me! Your sincerity and honesty on the start of the challenge made me decide to go on work (only now my health allows me to sew again).During the process, I loved your each time more, and today you my admiration for you explodes of joy and happyness seeing you to choose you and your family on the highest level of priority. I can find other persons to inspire me, but your kids can´t find another mother special like you! God bless your decision and your life! Johanna, a brazilian ladybug!
Go create for yourself! Im sure you will be so much more refreshed when you decide to film again. Put you and your family first!💞💞
Awe... your bringing me to tears..happy tears, I am so happy you are finding your happiness! Your family and what YOU want to do, not what technology wants you to do! Don't worry one second that you are not doing the right thing because I can see the relief on your face that you can breathe again! Bravo for you for being brave and facing this giant of youtube and not letting it run your life anymore... you be in charge...its your life and your happiness and I couldn't be happier for you :)
My daughter is like you. Maybe even me, you put a lot of pressure on yourself. We appreciate that you share your talents with us. Take care of you and we will be here when you can.
Definitely take time for yourself
I'm new to sewing (again) and you are beautiful! Thank you for teaching me.
I'm glad you are happy, and I'm totally in awe of the fact that you kept this up for so long. Here's to all fun sewing!
We love you and support your decision to put your life first before our RUclips enjoyment!!! ❤️❤️❤️❤️
awww...you do you girl! I'm in a struggle now too. so many projects I want to do but learning a new trade for financial support is dominating my time. so I get it! You've given so much of your time for us to watch these helpful videos and make learning to sew awesome! Thank you so very much for that!! Happy Sewing Days to you! Enjoy that family time because kids seriously grow fast!! We love you!! I mean...look at all these supporting comments!! WE LOVE YOU! Now Go Do You Girl!!
Thank you so much for the time you take to put a video up for us. I got exhausted just listening to what all you have to do to post a video! Just know that we viewers do appreciate you. I have learned a lot from you and others here on YT, and just enjoy doing so. God bless you and please do whatever is in your heart.
I just found you 12/2023. I’ve been sewing for 60+ years, but I have learned some things from you. You take care of yourself. We’ll stick with you!
So happy that you’re so happy again and putting your family first, just as it should be. God bless you honey!!!! 💚
I love your videos and have been sewing the lined drawstring bags in different sizes! Your videos are so as to follow and you are awesome! So glad I found you! Happy sewing!
GOOD FOR YOU!! I lost some of my love of sewing after starting to sew for income. I understand your feelings well. I have really appreciated your videos and look forward to you doing 'your thing'! Take care of you!
I found your channel when I was looking for memory bears. I’ve watched most of your tutorial and you are amazing. Thank you for all your hard work. You absolutely must do what is best for you and your family. You definitely need to take a break and make your new normal schedule. 💐
Whitney I’m glad you are able step back and do what you need to do for yourself and your family. I just recently picked up sewing again and came across your channel. I had no idea you’ve been doing this for ten years! Breathe and relax for a while. We’ll be here when you’re ready.
I totally understand that you need time for yourself and your family. I have enjoyed each and every video you have posted. Thank you so much. I have been working for close to 30 years in the IT field and I started sewing about 9 years ago - only when I had the time (and I love sewing). So "me time" is so so important. Enjoy that and see you whenever. :)
Enjoy sewing for your family and yourself!!! Thank you for a huge collection of videos to watch!
Everyone needs to recharge. No hurry Whitney.
Whitney, the bottom line is that your family and you should always come first. I really do appreciate all that I have learned from you, but I don't want to learn anything at the expense of the true happiness of you and your family! Life is short and before you know it, your children will be older and will leave to go live their lives (as they should). So, go enjoy your time, your family and do what you can and when you can!!
Boundaries are beautiful! Your library of content will continue to inspire! So proud of you for taking care of yourself ❤
The same thing happened with my on my own channel. I was pouring so much into my channel, and I was getting so much enjoyment from it. I couldn't imagine not posting regularly. I pushed through mini burn outs, getting back into a groove was always reassuring that YT was, in fact, worth all the hard work and sacrifice. One day I skipped going out with my family to finish a video. It's sounds bad like I was ignoring my family but everyone needs time to pursue passions, and time alone. I was actually looking forward to having the house quiet and working on something I was passionate about without interruption. I had camera trouble and ended up spending the whole time messing with my camera and didn't get the recipe made, let alone the video. I was pretty disappointed. When my family came home and I told my husband what happened he asked me what upset me more, not making the recipe or not making the video. Because I can still make the recipe. It really opened my eyes and sort of instantly changed my view of YT. I was first passionate about cooking and crochet and YT was just a vehicle for sharing that passion. Somehow YT inched up the priority list. It's almost crazy how it inched up right past the thing it was originally meant to showcase. People will always say "family first" and "we understand you need to step back from YT" buts it's a very odd feeling from the inside. Because yes, duh, family is first, until you find yourself regularly editing videos at 3am and you realize you've been doing it for years and your like "what?!" I totally get it. Making videos hits all the same creative dopamine triggers that crafty people love PLUS the social media dopamine feedback loop, that is designed on purpose to keep us like hamsters on a wheel. But we are not hamsters. Trapped in a system that makes other people money at the expense of our happiness. This is all from a place of love and no judgement. I hope you can see that. For what it's worth, it has become really hard for me to post anything anymore. Still waiting for the spark to return but not holding my breath.
Katie Cooks and Crafts - My husband says "Things start for one reason, and continue for another." That always makes me think about the "why" of things. I was building a business until I realized I have money, but no life. Life is better. Sounds like you are offering Whitney the voice of experience. And wisdom.
You are amazing! I love that you are explaining yourself! I love that you can Express where you are mentally. It is a true inspiration. I work a lot and sewing is fun to me. It's my way out and a way to put smiles on people I care about faces. You have helped me do that. You do you! You do what is the nedt for yourself and your family! You are amazing! Keep it up.
I appreciate you sharing your faith and all your hard work. I love sewing projects. Thank you and God bless you!
You are awesome! Priorities and putting your family first is the right thing to do for your self and to bring balance and happiness to you and your family’s lives! You will still be inspiring us and we have 10 years of videos to watch and learn also!❤️🥰
Good.for.you!! I only just found your site but your health and happiness and family SHOULD come first! Proud of you!
I’ve been following for at least 6 years! Love your content and love that you’re making yourself and your family a priority! I totally feel where you’re coming from! God bless!
Family is such a treasure and you are soo right. Your children will be grown before you can blink your eyes and there are no do-overs with them. Take care.
Good for you Whitney. You do come first. Take care of yourself, your kids, your family, we will be here supporting you whenever you decide to post.
Definitely , take care of family . I’m sure we all understand . Look forward to any future videos when you decide to put one out : )
I've been a long time member of your Y.T. channel and I've always been amazed at how much videoing you produce on a regular basis, and even more amazed after 2 beautiful children came along. I understand why you need to keep up regular posts (algorithms and all that) but I'm glad to see you are going to take more care of your own needs. You are such a lovely family unit and I would hate to see that change. Take care of yourself Whitney; you have enough loyal followers who will always wait for your return, no matter how often it is. ((hugs)) to you and your family :)
WOW - so happy you had a major paradigm shift and hoping you have the support to get through it - I could feel the emotions and conflict you are dealing with as you are processing this major change. I think that your family and personal interests should come first and I'll simply "take any content I can get" - when/ if you are ready to share. As many have commented - you are inspiring and I bought one of your latest patterns and have cranked out almost 25 tote bags to give to friends and family as holiday gifts (some with zippers, some without, using fabrics I've had as well as some recently purchased). I will share on Instagram (and will tag you) once they gifts are out. Also - THANK YOU for all of the work you have done for your followers on RUclips. I pretty much follow you, Angela Clayton and Karen Kavett. When each of them (AC & KK) have explained the "behind the scenes process," entailed in making a single video - - - my mind was blown and it curtailed my desire (again - inspired by people like you) to create a RUclips presence. Video editing alone seems overwhelming. So - THANK YOU for everything you have given the RUclips community and I can't wait to see anything you put out - especially Cosplay projects - even if they are photo stills with a voice-over - that would rock! Congrats and great luck taking care of yourself, your family and your personal passions! You are awesome!
Follow your heart Whitney! You've given us SO much, do what is best for you and your family.
It's okay Whitney. I've enjoyed seeing your face and getting inspiration for years. But I understand enjoy your family have some fun! We love you! #happysewing to you
Also, thank you so much for teaching me how to sew. Your videos are so straightforward and easy for me to follow. I have made some awesome gifts for my family and they ended up buying some to give as gifts. Thank you so much!
You go girl! Family is everything. We will be here for ya! No worries.🧡
Good for you!!! Enjoy your time, your family and Happy sewing
Whitney, I love all your videos and frankly, have marveled that you have the time to create a new one every week! I mean we, your followers, can't keep up with once-a-week projects anyway! I would love to see a new video about once-a-month or even every other month. That is plenty often enough!! Thank you for all you have done. Please post link to your website.
You've done so much and brought so many people together and it's time for a break! We love you and will always be here to support you ❤
This is why I never want to turn my sewing into a job. I feel like I wouldn't enjoy it as much anymore. Good for you for realizing you need to step back.
My darling girl.. You popped up on my feed for the first time today and I watched your video. As a beginner, I love watching videos/tutorials from experienced sewists. You all have so much to teach me but I don't expect this at the expense of your family time, 'your time' and your love of life! I look forward to watching your back catalogue and will be truly grateful for any future videos. It seems you are not alone in this field as several others I subscribe to have decided to get more of a balance between RUclips life and real life! And that's fine....absolutely fine. I'm 62yrs old and a retired nurse and one thing I have learned is that time is very precious. Allow yourself to enjoy it. Every moment.
Great video. Thank you for sharing. I have a small channel and this is something I need to be mindful of. Thank you for your honesty and true look into being a YT creator. In the end, there was a twinkle in your eyes and your smile. Keep doing what's best for your family and yourself. When you're happy you followers are happy for you!
Your family, your health/sanity and your happiness comes first.. I have learnt a lot from your videos..
About 9 years ago I started having pain in my lower back and my leg.. I was diagnosed with slipped discs.. while being treated for that I couldn’t work and was stuck at home.. I found your channel and started sewing.. Bought myself a sewing machine and made soo many of your projects as gifts for family.. 3 years ago I was diagnosed with AS (Ankylosing Spondylitis).. Life has changed.. I’m now a disabled person and I can’t do a normal job.. so my hobbies have now become my work.. And all your hard work has helped me soo much..
It’s time for you to put yourself first.. To put your family first.. Post when you can post.. I will follow you on Instagram and look forward to your happy family photos and you personal project photos..
Thank you Soo soo soo much for being an inspiration and for all your hard work.. Will be praying for your happiness, health and peace of mind.. Love from London UK 🥰😘😍 Nadia xxx
I think that RUclips serviced it's purpose for you at the time you needed it to. It's great that you realized you are able to, and needed to shift your priorities to you and your family. This is a VERY important journey in your life! EMBRACE IT! I am happy for you!❤️. I am literally a new follower of yours and will continue to be! BLESSINGS! 😊
You have done an amazing job and we are all appreciative of your efforts. Thanks for giving me the inspiration to learn to sew
Such a powerful, honest and truthful video that needed to be said. I dont have young children anymore but I do have chronic illness so can relate to not being able to do it all. I do wish people realised how much hard work videos are, esp sewalongs. I also rely on ad revenue to get by, it's not easy. Glad to hear you're not disappearing. Sorry about your website. I've given up on mine since youtube took off for me as I cant fit it all in but I'd like to get it going again.
I'm sad to hear that you have been feeling that way. Please do what is best for you and your family! We love you but want you to be happy!! 💗