Part 15. Truck Load of Vintage Clothes! ...and I get a new(ish) tool box HD 1080p
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- Опубликовано: 27 авг 2024
- time to start organizing the clothes... my Mom and Melissa help dig vintage clothes from the bags we brought home... and I get my tool box set up!
Guaranteed!!! People (including myself) would pay to see a runway of all those clothes. This is history. We need to see them on someone! Please?!!
Runway please
Yes!
Would be best way to auction them even if it's a online auction. Pictures wearing on people or video or runaway. Going threw the bags like their doing in this video is a waste of time. Need to shake the clothes then hang then make decisions.
Lovely idea, just don't think Alex has the time for that sort of thing though.
Please, please, please! A runway please!
Homemade by professional tailors can be advertised as Couture. Vintage couture from the Madame Rac house of Edmonton. 😁
"Tailors" create- "taylor" is a surname.
@@ladylibertywdc8324 yes, you are correct, auto spell got me again. I corrected it. Thank you
MadameRacRocks!
Your description sounds great!!!!
I love how you sort tools, smacking, grabbin’, twistin’, turnin’, pockin’, best system I’ve ever seen.
3 things we learned in the comments:
1 - that blue slip Alex pulled out of the bag is actually made to go under the sheer Nippon Boutique dress
2 - The non labeled items are not "homemade" they are handmade 1 of a kind originals ;)
3 - if you have just cleaned out a house containing over 1,000 scissors and then use a set of plastic kiddie scissors on film, we are going to make fun of you! Up your game man, you have some seriously nice scissors to choose from.
also as a bonus #4 we would all love to see someone actually wearing some of this clothing.
That's exactly my thought regarding the blue slip and the sheer dress.
I kept saying "Handmade" every time he said homemade. There is a difference! 😂
I laughed at the scissors too and was thinking the same thing. I think the benydryl was working overtime.
Yea I thought that slip went under the sheer printed dress
#4 Agreed! Here where I live it's very cold in the winter.
Winter clothes in general, mainly Coats, are veeeeery expensive and hard to find a nice variety. I'm always so amazed with the quantity and quality of clothing Alex show in the houses!
Hey, been watching for a while, enjoy the channel. Would like to offer a little free "vintage" advice. I've collected and worked with vintage and historic garments for 24 years, and some of the items I've been seeing, I think are not quite understood, fully. At the 12:19 mark, a light pea green ladies jacket is inspected. The term "home made" was used, the thing about that jacket is, it's from the 1940s, a lot of suit items, women's and men's a like didn't always have lining, except for the sleeves. If the inside seams have taped edges, that's a detail of that era's work. Also, if you see visible stitching, it's a style detail, called "pick stitching" where it was a fashionable detail, of the 1940s. Also, to ID 40s vs 50s or what not, it's important to remember shoulder pads were popular, such as Joan Crawford's style. Not to drag on too much more, but if you see a size such as a 12 or higher, in the decades prior to the 1960s or so, ladies sizes operated a different sizing method. I can't recall the conversion from the older method to the modern, but a size 12 isn't exactly a large size. The black dress at the 17:21 mark, with the small lace detail? That's late 1920s, to no later than 1930...depending on condition, it can be very collectible!
Feel free to hit me up if you have questions about the clothing, I'd be happy to help out, if you need.
Good information! Sizing doesn't mean much, it has changed drastically over the years as you say.
I sure hope he sees your comment; there are so many on here every time...
Excellent comment!
Upvoted you in hopes that Alex notices.
This was really interesting - thanks for sharing!
As a design professional, watch out for moths! The larvae not visable but they go for the wool & silk. Before you start cleaning, get long pipes to use to hang close- from the rafters if need be. It will save you & the materials a lot of stress.
Then put all on hangers- painted wire ones frm dry cleaners best. Then you can steam them to release wrinkles & kill any insects. Organize by season as your friend had done.
I feel alex needs to see this comment! Upvote this one so he sees it!!
The best thing to do is to freeze all of the clothing to kill any bugs. Freezing, steaming and brushing is probably all they need.
These clothes were up in a crawl space where squirrels kept watch for decades... I doubt there would have been any insects that wouldn't have already damaged the clothes. It's not like these were out in the garage for a season or two - these were in a crawl space for decades!
I liked this because you included your mother. I miss my mother since August 2017.
I had to laugh. Of all the amazing finds Alex is happiest with a tool box. He is such a MAN!!!
LOL "smackin', grabbin', twisting', turnin', pokin' " Love it 😁
alex cracks me up ,he's so funny
I cracked up laughing out loud at that too. 😂
Love his sense of humor!
Wow, you ladies really love that guy.
There's nothing wrong with that, it's just interesting how unanimous it seems to be.
Melissa better be prepared to defend her territory.
You should be in advertising Alex.
I would have died and gone to heaven to find all of those vintage clothes! I resell vintage clothing here in California...My favorite episode of the Musician's house treasures 😚
Just so envious of Melissa & his mom getting to handle it all! So much money spent on amazing things, even the bespoke garments. I agree w/other commenters, everything is salvage-able for upcyclers, etc. and a fashion show would be such an amazing fundraiser!
Sell the "damaged clothing" in a lot, because people with skills can up-cycle a lot of the material and make new pieces or art with them.
@Mu*Shu TeeVee you would be amazed at what some do to up-cycle. I myself buy a lot of vintage kimonos' and make everything from fine dresses to Kids clothes.
I’d love to get my hands on just a bag of this lot. I go to house clean outs to find vintage and save it. If it’s succumbed to damage (animals, sun, etc) I save it to use the fabric in other projects. I’m a huge fan of vintage fabrics and clothing!
That is exactly what I was thinking, I'm creative so I can see what something could be in it's later life
I was going to suggest this too!
@@CosnerCoPiloting : Me too
Right at the end of the video, my OCD kicked in when you pulled out the blue slip that went with the dress your mom put in a different pile. Please put them back together 🌞
Just for health concerns y’all should be wearing gloves and mask while sorting through the bags of clothes. You can see the dust flying around as they dig through the bags. Beautiful vintage clothing for sure! Btw, lots of home sewers are professional seamstresses, they just choose not to work in stores or have their own shops. Love all your videos since I started watching back before you bought Mary’s house. I’m not big on watching all the car restoration, but did watch some because you are so interesting and entertaining. My favorite videos are always the treasure hunting videos regardless if it’s rummaging through garages, old buildings, houses or digging up treasures in old dump sites, it’s all good. I also like the house restoration videos bc you and all your fun family and friends make them all worth watching. Thank you for sharing your adventures with us!
Those clothes are devine..............love them. Brings back many memories thanks!
“I wanna put my own dirt on there, this is someone else’s dirt...” I can totally relate to that statement 😂
"Madame Rac" non-label is of great value; some of those jackets make me drool. What fun and emotionally rich this series has proven to be already. Big thanks.
I would buy few wash them and wear them
I feel exactly the same way. What a wonderful series; I can't wait for each one! Loved seeing her in the Cadillac video too. What a delightful and whimsical spirit she was. Loved her AND the potter too!
She had a different outfit for every day of her life.
I’m seriously thinking she never worn the same thing twice.
I was thinking of that too. She was about 80 years old and if you count a girl is full grown at 16 years old, its 65 years of full grown body.
65x365=23725 days.
If she wears one piece of clothing 3 times, that is 7908. Do you think it is more than 7000 pieces of clothes?
I think it is.😳😯
Ok, it was mens clothes also, what went with Mark, and now with this haul, her mother's clothes also.
But, I think she have not wearing one piece more than 10-15 times and I bet many things never have been used at all.
Totally different from me, I have clothes I wear daily time to times and they are 5+years old. 🙂
@@annakoch9972 Madame Rac died at 74-
@@tnticesp 75 or 76 I think - born in 1944, passed away in 2020.
@@annakoch9972 I have clothes with the label on and fancy ones that I only worn once, but they are not so many, only a small part of my wardrobe, I’ll figure at least with anything she worn to leave the house she did that, only used once.
You are a lucky man to have two Women in your life. I miss my mom every day. Love the video keep up the good work.
Your mother is so BEAUTIFUL!!!!
I dont know if anyone has discussed this but even if something is "trash", the vintage lace, buttons, beads, and fur would be worth saving. There are a lot of people who make vintage clothes and the Trim is very expensive.
Absolutely -- don't trash that stuff. It's somebody's treasure trove!
Textile artists at the local arts college would probaly love any of the damaged pieces. Where I live, local charity groups make twiddle muffs and blankets for people in care facilities and use all sorts of fabric/lace/buttons for their different feels. I am sure there would be groups doing the same in the Edmonton area.
Don't ignore the trim on those pieces, while the garment may not seem salvageable, if the trim (especially lace or hard to find braiding) is worth more than the total piece.
Yes!!! Especially to anyone who does heirloom work
Movie and theatre companies would be in heaven
Mom looking good..........
Treasure! The torn garments can be repaired or sold to crafters. There is a huge market for vintage fashion. Don’t get rid of a thing. You have gold there.
Congratulations on your awesome finds in vintage clothing! There are vintage clothing shops in Denver, Colo., too! Even some fashion houses may want to do a vintage fashion show! That would be great!!!! Go luck and feel better! You LONG TIME VIEWER! 😍🌷🐞🌺🌼
Yes, I would just throw the damaged, or bad with rodent waste stuff in the washer on sanitize, and put it in a damaged/as is lot. Fabric is expensive! I wouldnt put it in the trash either. Especially with more folks home with free time and trying to save & salvage money. Folks can save tons of $ making their own textiles or their own things to sell!
It’s nice to see Alex be rewarded with something he loves for personal use, like that toolbox.
I find it ironic that Alex only had those kid scissors in his garage but he’s found literally hundreds of different ones at the house!😆
Omgosh those clothes are EPIC!
The white bell bottom slacks and the tube top with matching headband would make a cute summer outfit. Add some wedge sandals or espadrilles.
Schmackin, grabbing, twisting, turning lol. Love it😂
I'd love to see a fashion show of all of these once they're cleaned. Not only would it be entertaining and a big draw here on YT, but it would probably even bring in more money for each piece.
there are vintage clothing RUclipsrs that do exactly that. Its so satisfying to watch the item be found and then cleaned up and styled by the end of the video. RUclips gold.
This is so much better than TV. I don't miss cutting the cable AT ALL when there are shows this good on RUclips.
Finding this show has been a breath of fresh air to get a break from politics and the pandemic! Alex and Melissa you are probably younger than my own kids' ages and lately I see you two more than I do my own family! I feel like I know you! Haha! I am NOT into antiquities, but I love history. I also like cleaning and for some strange reason I feel a sense of accomplishment when Alex finishes going through boxes and/or houses and discovers treasures that end up looking so perfect for the purpose he has in mind. When he was digging through that secret room knee deep in insulation, rodent droppings and pine cones, I had RESPECT! I ended up with the satisfaction of seeing him take a total disaster and make it all organized and useful with the help of his friends and co-workers. I also like repurposing, and that piano bar in his shop was genius. I raised sons and Alex has a sense of humor much like my boys. Melissa you are his perfect other half and so easy going. I love watching the bonding time with the kiddos that your family business allows. I want to thank you for taking me along on your adventures. Oh by the way my last name is Trudeau and my middle name is Margaret, but I am not related to your prime minister. My characteristics look kind of like his mommy back in the 70's when she had her fling with Mick Jagger. There's a bit of history for you, or maybe that is gossip! Whoopsie!
With ALL of those scissors from the house you hand Melissa a pair of blunt child's scissors! I love it!
Buy a soap called ORVUS from a farm store. It’s used to wash sheep and horses. You can use one tablespoon per wash load to clean any natural fiber. It is typically used by quilters. You can gently wash all silk and wool. It is less harsh than dry cleaning. Dry sweaters flat and hang wool woven.
Also you can recycle damaged clothing so I suggest you either sell a pile cheap on Facebook or give away. Some of the older buttons especially mod Sykes ones from the 60s and 70s are work quite a bit of money
it is also used by textile conservators
That's great info, thanks for sharing!
Orvus is what I used to wash the wool fresh off my sheep.
Don't shock or kneed wool and you will be fine.
But then you can shoc,show, and need the wool outfits , magically they will become Felted Doll Clothes.
I actually like when the clothes have no labels and are homemade.
Alex said he found the least most interesting thing in the bag, when he pulled out a vintage slip....and me, a collector of vintage slips was salivating. This whole episode is a dream come true. All her clothes were tiny like me. I wear vintage because it fits better
agreed
I loooooooove vintage slips, just simple silk ones are my favorites and slip skirts.
The slip looked like it may have been a shell for the piece his mom was holding at the same time. If so, the pieces got separated.
Omg yes yes yes!!!
@@lauraciobanu8688 correct.
The tweed for the Heather Mills jacket was woven only six miles from where I’m sitting typing this. Sadly the mill like many others in the Tweed River valley of Scotland ceased production some years ago.
That's amazing! There you are, a world away with an actual connection to Bette's perfect sense of and connection to fasion!! Love that!
You might want to get your doctor to get you an epi pen for emergency allergy treatment. From the way your lungs sound and the hives, you are not too far from an attack that will close off your airway. Think about a respirator mask also. They are a pain to wear, but they work at keeping goop out of your lungs.
Excellent suggestion actually a life saving one.
Don't tell Alex, but I'm planning to buy him a respirator.
@@susanmercurio1060 Hes a big boy with plenty of money and can buy his own if he feels the need. He probably would not want you to spend your money that way.
This. I'm a reseller too and I have epi pens in strategic locations in my house as well as carrying 2 everywhere I go. I also have worn masks since waaaaaay before pandemic times, but luckily now if Alex whips out a full respirator people aren't really going to blink.
I'm sad that this adventure is going to end soon....but in true alex style it had been wonderful to watch.....so much better then tv
There will always be more. Alex is a glutton for punishment. I am sure his videos on the next door store will be a lot of fun too.
He needs another ‘hoarder’ house
@@monicab3950 absolutely!
@Curiosity Incorporated keep in mind that sizing is subjective. Historically a size 12 was a 24" waist and now is a 28-30" waist. Also, depending on maker, a 12 in DVF will measure different than a 12 in The Bay from the same era. There is no standard size chart in the fashion industry.
Do not discriminate "known" designers vs others. All of that stuff is high end.
Thank you for recognizing the workmanship of the bespoke pieces. They are made from top shelf, quality fabrics and finished by a skilled hand. We are looking at fine tailored, vintage dresses that were made to fit perfectly. Many are better quality than so-called "designer" pieces.
Another thing to consider about sizing is that historically, women were wearing foundation garments that changed the shape of their figure. Modern undergarments are a different shape and fit.
@Mu*Shu TeeVee but dont forget that was by yesterdays standards. Unless you can see that from present sales. Not sure how you are basing your knowledge
@Mu*Shu TeeVee I was just trying to point out that some collectibles of the past were super cheap and considered junk but over time people can come to collect anything and find value in even the lesser desired items of the past can become more desirable as time goes on. Cracker jack toy, cheap glass of the past can become highly collectible and valuable. So just saying cant go by the standards of the past. Must go b the what people want now. It changes from year to year and decade to decade.
@Mu*Shu TeeVee ok Debbie
Lol if I took cough syrup and Benadryl I wouldn’t be loopy, I’d be unconscious. At least you’re having fun. 🤣
Smackin', grabbin', twistin', pokin'. Love it
This video makes it very clear that Alex's area of expertise is not in vintage clothing...hahahaha. Thanks so much for bringing us along for these crazy rides... *these clothes will make you some great $$$!!*
It will be now, I am learning so much.
He can't be expected to know everything. He will certainly learn a great deal with this haul. He knows quite a bit already.
The slip you pulled out goes under the sheer dress your mom picked up 💜
I came on here to comment the same thing. 😂
Lol so did I! 😀
Yes, I yelled that at my monitor but Alex didn't hear me :)
I think anyone who has worn a sheer dress 👗 slightly panicked. Haha.
@@alysonemery Lol I know right!!
When I see them going thru 10-20 bags of clothes, I think what in the world is Mark doing with 1000 times more bags. Bless you Mark!
I still can’t fathom hoarding all those clothes.
Didn't she hold music lessons in her parlor clear up till the end? I read some article about a messy room or something like that.
I am amazed at the sheer (pun intended) number of comments about the “pale blue undergarment” that tragically got put in a “non-designer” pile. Will it ever be reunited with it’s intended life partner? PLEASE reunite them so we can all sleep easy. 😴
Please!! 😂
😄
When your Mom found the long skirt and you two were discussing how it might have been worn... in the 70s, my closet was full of “Maxi” dresses and skirts. All the way to the floor. That looked like a Maxi length skirt. There was Maxi, Midi and Mini.
Alex doesn't seem to understand mum and Melissa are shopping lol.
hahahahaha!! probably correct
His Daughter and her friends would go crazy in there.
As they should, get at them.
Oh I love retro
I wish I could "Say you never know , when you're going to find another bag of designer dresses..... In my dreams ❤️
Alex, I appreciate your humor, exp: your tool chest. May God continue to bless you and everything you put your hands to.
Diane Von Fustenburg was famous for her wrap dresses.
Haha love your verbal description of the drawers!!TOO FUNNY!!
For the clothes too far gone: consider bundling them and putting them out for free on Freecycle or Craig’s List. A seamstress or upcycler could do some cool stuff with them, and it would keep them out of the landfill.
that's a good idea!
They can recycle the fabric and notions.
At the least, a knitter can unravel the sweaters and re-knit something.
That Scottish wool jacket you showed is definitely worth money. In October I sold a piece very similar on poshmark for almost 200$. Also, just wanted to say I have absolutely loved this series you've done with her house and I've loved seeing all the vintage and antique pieces of all kinds.
My husband has tool box envy!!!! Great score Alex!!!
Your family is just so adorable!
For the most part, these clothes could be worn today and look very fashionable.
In the States, anything a cut above pajamas is 'very fashionable.'
@@FigaroHey So true!
I'm thrilled to learn something new today - about American fashion! 😁
I'd never heard of Albert Nipon so naturally googled... 🤔
It was very cool to learn that his wife Pearl was the designer - for Saks Fifth Ave (I know of THEM.)
And amazing that their label was second in fame only to Calvin Klein in the 70s and 80s; when Nancy Reagan and Barbra Streisand were among its devotees. 😍
Wow! That was a whole cupboard-full of interesting for me. Thank you. 😊💕
Nipon clothes were beautifully made. I was lucky enough to buy a two piece outfit back in the 80's. Beautiful turquoise pattern on black background- came with a black slip! from Saks. Treasured and wore it many years.. looked stylish always.
Love your videos! I save them until I can sit down and pay full attention to every minute.
Your Mom is adorable!
your wife and mom are living my dream sorting through all of that!!
A gazillion pairs of scissors in the old house and what do you use?! Kiddo dull scissors.😂
I was thinking that too
I laughed when I saw, too!
😂😂😂
I can imagine almost everyone who saw this video thought that about the scissors
I laughed when he picked up those safety scissors ✂ 🤣🤣🤣
I can't get over how young Alex's mom looks!
who else is watching this because it is part of the series even though they aren't interested in dresses?
I find it compelling, don't know what he will find next. Wonderful to find out about the previous owner of the house. The tribute video of her was very well done!
I wasn't interested in tools but I watched it
PEOPLE WILL BUY WHAT YOU THINK IS NON-SALVAGABLE!! I noticed that what your mom was holding had beautiful lace on it. Sometimes people incorporate these into journal crafts. Remember, your junk, but my treasure.
P.s. I am not yelling - just excited!! 🤣🇨🇦
Right. A bit of special embroidery or lace is very desirable to rescue from an otherwise damaged garment.
I was thinking journaling too. So many lovely vintage prints and lace. Lots of potential there ❤️
I am a rug hooker and use old wool clothes! always scouring thrift shops for wool, silk, etc to incorporate into my work
@@debgamble8368
A junk journaller's dream!
Alex, some tips for the vintage clothes. I am a former vintage seller and learned a few things along the way😉 If you are going to steam some of the clothing instead of dry cleaning.. spray the pieces with cheap vodka and hang them in some sun for a little bit. It magically takes away any lingering odors!
If you have pieces that aren't up to your standards make up mystery boxes. Crafters, designers, seamstresses, upcyclers, etc. Love them! Some people like to use the older pieces as patterns.
I love how happy the tool box made you.
I remember wearing the “ tube tops” in the 1970s with jeans and platform shoes.
Totally agree. ‘Maxi’ skirts and dresses were a big trend back then.
You must have looked very becoming, George.
@@whateverwhatever6984 🤣😅😆😉🤣
I hope Melissa gets to wear some of the clothes, I think she would look stunning!
She could model them and make a catalog.
@@PassionGrows interesting idea!
'Schmacking, grabbing, twisting, turning, poking'!!! You are so stinking cute, that really made me laugh 😂
Back in the day, there was a huge garment industry in Montreal. Clothes were gorgeous from the old Canadian makers. Soo Yung Lee vintage is very sought after. You know all about DVF now. D’Allaird’s was a Canadian chain selling good quality clothes.
I wish there was more info out there abt this. I also resell vintage items, including clothes, & I love finding made in Canada brands. There were so many.
I'd be interested in some the wool and silk garments. Doesn't matter if designer or not, will be upcycled anyways. Even pieces you think undesirable.
You don't need to dry clean silk. Gentle hand wash in baby shampoo in Luke warm water. Rinse Luke warm, do not wring, but gently press in cotton towels. The either air dry in shade or iron dry with cotton fabric over it. Set iron on med-low.
Your mom and wife looks like sisters... That is amazing.
I’m drooling over these vintage finds - if only I was as tiny as Madame.
Not Heather Mills that was married to Paul Mc Cartney!! Ha ha.🙂
Im thinkin the same alle the time
Alex I hope you appreciate what a great friend and HELPER you have in Hans and Zenovia ! Those two are amazing.
You are soo funny, a tool box makes you happy, 😂🤣🙃
Set up racks & hang everything up!😊 Easier to look at!👗👚👗🎽
If the clothes are too far gone, maybe GRAB THE BUTTONS OFF before you throw them out.
oh my gosh this is genius actually.
Yessssssss. Antique buttons are $$$
Buttons and trimmings!
I use bigger, more ornate ones as clasps in my jewelry making too. So smart.
Yes. Absolutely!
I bet she remembered exactly what life events she wore all these outfits too
It’s amazing how most of these clothes are currently in fashion again. I have a very similar jumper to that beaded one you guys found. The fact fashion comes back around is so cool. I remember wearing a pair of shoes to visit my great gran, who was 90 at the time, and she was shocked because she had a pair identical from her youth - she made me pull out a great trunk from under her bed that she had kept all of her favourite pieces of clothing in from when she was young and brought out the exact same shoes, only much better made - they were round toed, club heeled Mary-janes in burgundy leather - she wanted to give me them. Unfortunately she had tiny feet and they didn’t fit me. I would have loved the vintage pair.
I always say "Handmade" vs "homemade" when talking about quality. Handmade natural fibre is way better than manufactured poly.
in case of designer stuff it likely is handmade even if not at home
in terms of context... “hand-made” is usually used to refer to clothing while “home-made” would usually refer to food. “hand-made” clothing usually infers to “high quality” as compared to machine- made. It is very clear from these blogs that fashion is NOT Alex’s forte.
Yes Handmade 👍
Homemade is for soups lol 😆
@@noniluscious13 we knew what he meant. Perhaps the handmade could be just as valuable or more. More research or advice to follow, hopefully
I think that slip goes with that dress.
My thought too.
I was going to say that too :)
That is what I thought too.
I agree.
@@CIMB4 the blue slip goes with the sheer floral Nippon dress.
Tool chest...super cool. I have a red Craftsman, only about 30 years old, now, but will be vintage for my son one day.
Home is where the good food in the fridge is!
Oddly enough you get as excited about a tool box as most Mechanics I know haha
It is time to invest in a steamer to steam clothes even dry clean only. When I worked in a thrift shop sorting clothes, we would steam everything.
Excellent suggestion. Can even get plastic bags to steam in. Here is your solution Alex. Just need to pay someone for maybe a week to steam and it will be a lot cheaper than dry cleaning.
What the regular retail stores do too.
There even is available home dry cleaning system...
Very good point. You don't see steamers very often unless you work in a charity shop.
That's what we do before listing on Poshmark...
The sheer Albert Nippon dress had a color-coordinated slip that went with it. Don't lose track of it at time 19:21.
I am drooling over the tool box. That is a nice set
Schmackin', grabbin', tvishtin', pokin'... LMBO... You had me crackin' up!
I noticed you were more animated than usual. It's nice when you get something really awesome that tool box cleaned up nicely. Every time you open a drawer you'll have good memories. Hey Melissa hey Linda nice to see you helping out poor Alex who really needs to lay down. Hit him with a broom or something.🐾🐺👍
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LOL....he was wayyyyyyy more animated than usual! 😳
I think he was high on Benadryl based on the live last night.
@@tamicoil7069 that's interesting. Usually Benadryl will make a person drowsy but if a person has ADHD it has the opposite effect.
@@karyzzmatic After a mosquito bite my mother gave me one benedryl pill of and she said good nite. I fell asleep for a few hours and was mad when I woke up as I miss half the day. I recommend taking half a pill. But maybe depends on size of person
It looks like the blue slip goes under the sheer dress your mom was sorting!
I thought the same thing
Me three 😊
Me four...lol
Me five!
me six
the green top with pansies looked very much the style of maternity tops my mum had in the 50s - I wore her castoffs during my pregnancies in the 80s - it was a great retro look!
I'm SO GLAD you're dry cleaning these treasures! I bet if you approach your local dry cleaner with a bulk proposition you'll get a significant discount.
Alex even if clothes are trashed, old buttons sell fast. Just a throught 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🙂🙂🙂
And beadibg
The tool box was a gift from the house for all your hard work.
Your mom is gorgeous!! Just saying 💘
"It's not homemade, it's bespoke." Nice, Alex.
I think we knew what he meant. I doubt he is going to use that word but sounds good typing.
These clothes might be more valuable than the old fur coats! They are summer pieces and fur is quite frowned on nowadays, even vintage pieces.
See my comment above
I don't frown on fur nor leather. People choose not to wear them.
Yes some people would rather have plastic in the landfill.
My Dry Cleaners asked me years ago, "Why are you having us use solvents to clean lightly soiled dresses, blouses, skirts & jackets, which wet down your clothes, with allergy inducing Petrol-chemicals instead?" Say whaaaat!? Seriously 😳. When I switched to WOOLITE and DRYELL.
1) Dryell for the Dryer (toss pieces into a bag, after spot cleaning, with a Dryell cloth), "Damp Dry," on timed settings between 20-30 minutes. I usually get 2 loads of 6 items.
I test for WOOLITE hand wash, hidden areas with a Q-tip and cold water, see if it bleeds. The new colorsafe Woolite? I've had no more bleeds. That's why you don't put white underwear in with red dresses = pink undies.
Now if you have an HE washer, you're in more luck: Woolite HE! I put straight cold water, but not stuffed, on extra delicate on a regular machine. For light cleaning, I use 1/2 Woolite normally required. I have skin allergies.
I also have, "hand wash," on my Maytag Commercial Machine. Not advertising, just why I use these machines IS predominantly for hand washing and cleaning dry cleaning clothes! I've complete control over soil level, wash temp & agitator in wash. Most people mistake the generic , "Heavy," setting on their washer, to mean load size. NO, that's fabric density, for bulky sheets, jeans, towels! Will afraid your T-shirt designs. I also never put fabric softener in with clothes - leaves oily residue. 1/2 dryer sheets seem okay.
When you must hand wash with Woolite, I use a big bucket from Home Depot. Put a few Tablespoons of Woolite in, with comfortable cold water, soak for 3-5 minutes. Then rinse in sink, no agitation. Do NOT TWIST & wring! I try to let the water run in my 2nd sink, until next load done. Have many towels opened up, lay the clothes out, roll them up gently - sometimes you need another towel out for dresses! I go from light to dark in water, change as needed.. By the time I wash & rinse 20 plus dresses, my towels are full. Hang up to line dry, or across your washer and dryer, any coated shelves in laundry room.
That's the best suggestions I can give you. Always TEST first on something you don't care about.
I usually have everything going on at the same time, hijack the bathroom, bathtub for towels soaking up water.
I've only lost a wool sweater to being washed maliciously with regular clothes - then tossed into the dryer with T-shirts. fit a baby, afterwards. 😳
I found about a half dozen fur coats in a storage unit I bought, I thought I'd hit the jackpot, turns out you can't hardly give them away. Some people cut them up and make stuffed animals out of them. The only person I've seen wearing one was a very elderly Asian lady at Ihop, lol.
that red two piece suit with fur collar is EVERYTHING!!
Theatre would love these clothes
Your mom and your wife are beautiful. Fun video. Now we need a deal on dry cleaning🥰
That Snap-on tool box is a really really good score!
Bet Alex is thinking that he should have saved those hangers he threw!! Loving this series.
Plus the clothes rail
Omg I laughed so hard at the names of the toolbox drawers!!!
I agree with HANDMADE and ONE OF A KIND, instead of homemade. From a lifelong sewer.
or tailor made works too