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What Valerie Makes
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Hello! I'm Valerie and welcome to my channel where I will be sharing my life in the sewing room. Sewing is my number 1 but I also love to crochet, embroider, and do anything crafty so if that sounds like your jam stick around :)
the ultimate BIRTHDAY MAKE!! 🍂 a perfect fall sewing pattern 🍂
Hello friends! Today I am sharing my @PaulineGuillet Russafa Jacket that I sewed up for my birthday! Are you a person who likes to sew something special for the big day? If so, let me know what you made for your birthday this year 🤗
Found out about this pattern from the lovely Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl Her video on denim jacks is fab so go check that out if you haven't watched it.
Fabric is from @Mood_Fabrics www.moodfabrics.com/ruth-linen-and-white-ticking-striped-cotton-twill-118039?refSrc=73732&nosto=nosto-page-product10
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If you want to see more of my makes, you can follow me over on instagram: what_valerie_makes
Thanks for watching and I'll see you next time!
#diy #sewingprojects #sewingvlog #sewing #sew
Found out about this pattern from the lovely Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl Her video on denim jacks is fab so go check that out if you haven't watched it.
Fabric is from @Mood_Fabrics www.moodfabrics.com/ruth-linen-and-white-ticking-striped-cotton-twill-118039?refSrc=73732&nosto=nosto-page-product10
If you haven’t already, please like and subscribe. It’s a free way you can help me reach more people and I would be very grateful! 😘
I also have Ko-fi account! If you like my content, buy me a coffee! I truly appreciate it and all of the money goes right back into the channel🤗
ko-fi.com/whatvaleriemakes
If you want to see more of my makes, you can follow me over on instagram: what_valerie_makes
Thanks for watching and I'll see you next time!
#diy #sewingprojects #sewingvlog #sewing #sew
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Recent Sewing Projects 🪡
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Here it is ya'll!! I've been working hard on this one and I'm happy to be sharing it 🤗 Raglan Sleeve conversion video by @zokclothes9888 th-cam.com/video/pP1G2hd2HiY/w-d-xo.html&ab_channel=ZOKclothes Glory Allen Regular Hoodie - www.gloryallan.com/products/regular-hoodie-pattern If you haven’t already, please like and subscribe. It’s a free way you can help me reach more people and I would be v...
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Hello everyone and welcome back! I'm sharing everything I made in February as well as some of the things I've been loving lately. Let me know what some of your favorites are, sewing related or not! I would love to hear about them 🤗 Chapters: 0:00 - Hello Everyone! 0:53 - The Classic Coat - The Maker's Atelier 10:00 - Bear - Studio Seren 13:15 - Free Range Slacks - Sew House Seven 16:55 - The Sa...
Free Sewing Patterns Inspired by Anthropologie #sewfrugal24
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I am chuffed to be a part of the vlogging team for the Sew Frugal 2024 challenge this year! A big shout out to Ruan @theyorkshiresewgirl and Sam @Frugalisama for bringing back this challenge for the 4th year! Sam is also posting her video today as well so go over and watch her inspiration. My approach to this challenge is to look at RTW items that I love and to find free patterns based on those...
💔 not the video I wanted to make : one year on YouTube
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Not sure I could say anything more...just thank you all again.
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Great jacket make! Glad you had a great birthday make and trip to the Big Easy. I’m curious how you like the pockets? They look to start up quite high, are they comfortable/easy to use? Your snap tool and snaps are a wonderful addition to your sewing tool chest. Thanks!
@@maryellenoneill9061 the pockets are pretty high so I can’t just rest them in there comfortably, but I actually like that when I put things in them there’s no chance of anything falling out! And they are huge pockets. So I guess it depends on what your preferences are…
@ thanks for the feedback. I do like the style lines but I would probably lengthen the jacket anyway so… maybe they could be lowered. 😁. 🎃 Happy Halloween 🎃
Love the jacket! Great job. 👍
@@MountainAccentsSewing thank you so much 🤗
Happy birthday! It’s funny how we can arbitrarily draw the line on buying a sewing tool that is not too pricey but we will use a lot. Your jacket has a great fit. I like how the striped fabric lines old with the pattern.
@@ChristineSewsALot the time it took me to hammer the snaps on the cuffs was longer than the entire front 😑 just buy the tool! lol Also, thank you!! ☺️
Happy birthday to you!!! 🎂🎂🎂 🥳🥳🥳 What a beautiful birthday jacket. 🎉🎉🎉 Love seeing your vlogs, missing you. ❤❤❤
Fab jacket! Glad you had a good trip! I really like Pauline Alice patterns.... the new trousers she has out look great !
@@debsmadethis I thought that too! Maybe another pattern purchase 🫣
Fantastic! Have a great trip x
Very impressive, Valerie! You are super neat and that jacket looks great. Nice work. I have you have a lovely birthday.
@@rebecca8209 thank you ☺️
Another great video! That jacket is super cute. Loved the Batman music lol Happy Birthday!
@@nunciat57 thank you so much! I’m glad you noticed the music ☺️
Great jacket and fun vlog as always . Happy birthday 💗🇦🇺
Thank you so much 🥰
Nice jacket Valerie! I love that pattern! I've been curious about using snaps/rivets. Can you put a link in or info on where you got the tools/supplies? Thanks!
Of course! It’s the dritz 24p pliers. I got mine at Michael’s with a coupon but I see Amazon has them for a good price as well.
@@what_valerie_makes Thank you! I'll look them up. I love snaps. Happy belated Birthday!
Loved this video. Thanks!
Wow! That was amazing! I wasn’t always following the plan until you were finished. You’re so clever! And I loved the accompanying music, especially the circus sewing music 😊
Thank you so much! Glad you enjoyed it :)
I assume you are in US. How do you make buying from Minerva cost effective?
Hello! I usually only do 2 orders a year with them when they have their big sale. They have such great deals during those sales that I usually get over the minimum for free shipping and then a big discount on top of that for being a craft club member (only $20 a year). Honestly I find it worth it in the end.
So cute! I think I'll have to make one for my kindle! What are you reading lately? I'm currently balls deep in the Throne of Glass series, but I'm thinking I'm gonna take a little break for some contemporary romance.
@@brimichellemade I just started Done and Dusted and it’s so cheesy (small town cowboy romance) but I’m loving it after the 500+ page literary fiction book I just finished 😂
@@what_valerie_makes I loved Done and Dusted! Soooo cheesy. So fun!
Very clever and beautifully done! Thanks for the tutorial 💕
You’re welcome 😊
What a lovely little idea for gifting ❤
I think so too!
Such a beautiful project Valerie. It would be perfect for Christmas!
Thank you Amelia! I totally agree and gave them out as gifts last year. Will you be returning to TH-cam now that the kids are back to school?? I've missed your videos this summer.
Loved this! Thanks Valerie x
You're so welcome! Glad you liked it🤗
This would be a great project for my library’s Fall Festival booth!
The perfect project!! Let me know if you end up making any.
Lovely project and workmanship. 😍. Thank you for sharing.
Oh my goodness thank you very much!☺
Would make great gifts. ❤❤❤ Thank you. Been missing you. 🧵🧵🧵
Thank you for being a consistent support to my channel. I truly appreciate it and you are always so kind to me. It doesn't go unnoticed🥰
Really nice!
Thank you so much! Almost a year later and I can say that I wear this all the time🤗
Did you put lining in the corset top? What kind of fabric was it?
@@aygul386 hello! Yes I did! It was just a cotton/linen blend that I had in my stash.
@@what_valerie_makes thank you
These cushions are mad comfy 😇
I use an electric carving knife to cut foam, works a treat x
Sitting here craning my neck squinting at the screen trying to figure out what book you're reading on your porch.
@@buffalorach The God Of The Woods by Liz Moore. I’m reading it for my bookclub this month! Not quite halfway but I’m very much enjoying it.
I’m so inspired! I need to do our outdoor lounge cushions for the coming summer (I’m in australia) and I’ve been putting it off, but it doesn’t look toooooo hard this way!
@@strwbrryfinchy I seriously had these made in a day, and I was filming! It wasn’t has hard to work out as I initially thought 🤗
Thank you for the journey. 🧵🪡💕
How satisfying to have the cushions finished!✅
That Melilot Top is so beautiful. Jordan is super lucky! You went above and beyond with birthday gifts this year. It's sweet to see them bringing you a cocktail, so clearly you are both spoiling each other. ❤ I never thought to make a t-shirt dress from the core t-shirt. You are giving me some serious ideas! I'm sure I've commented on your blanca flightsuit before but come on.... How could I not say how amazing it looks! 😍🔥 You've been knocking out of the park lately!
A play suit would be nice, but I wouldn’t change this one. It looks great on you and you will get a lot of use of it when the weather is cooler.
Yeah I agree and seems to be the consensus!
Great makes! The Zadie looks lovely long on you, but I'll bet you'll enjoy having the playsuit even more, unless you need to take it to SoCal for something kinda fancy! Cheers --Kelly
Thanks Kelly! I think I am going to keep it as is and make another one as a romper/playsuit.
That Blanca is stunning 🤩
Right?! Thanks Emma☺
I missed you! I am so glad to see you and all your new makes! Your mauve/purple jump suit looked fabulous on you! Thanks for sharing!
Thank you so much!!
Just make another zadie in a different fabric. This one is perfect for spring, falll and evenings.
I think you are right!
Wow! You have been busy! Great to see you back. Lucky Jordan! You made some wonderful gifts for their birthday! Very clever! I love the Core T-Shirt dress! Beautiful fabric! But, I love love love your Bianca Flight Suit! Just awesome! I just finished The Assembly Line cuff sleeve vest in a headstock wool. I lined it and it is so warm! We have had some 0 degree mornings here. I wore it twice in the first week after making it. It is great when a make is perfect! Happy sewing!
Thank you so much!! There is nothing better than having something turn out just as you wanted!🤗
Glad you’re back! I‘m definitely going to make that Luna jumpsuit 😇
It's so good. You'll love it!
I love the Sadie long, make another as a play suit.
I had the same experience with spoonflower, the colors are not as bright,disappointing.
I agree. At least for the cotton canvas I was a little disappointed...
Lovely makes!! Also I loved the serger story. Your Blanca flight suit was amazing!!! And fun and playful tier skirt! Love your fabric choices!
Thank you so much!
The Zadie looks so nice, in the fall you will be so glad you made this. You might want the romper version now cause it's so warm.
Maybe the skirt is a little bigger because the fabric is a looser weave than the previous fabric causing it to stretch more? I LOVE that skirt btw, might need that fabric in my life 😅
You are probably right about the weave of the fabric. I would highly recommend it though...it is lovely to work with.
Romper romper romper! It’s funny that you’ve been gone for a couple months. I only discovered your videos a few days ago with the Sew Frugal challenge so I feel like you’ve been here. :D your videos are really inspiring me to get sewing. :)
I'm happy you're enjoying my videos🤗 Thank you for being here!
Happy to see a video from you - you’ve made some fabulous things! I am headed to LA in August, too. Are you planning any fabric shopping while you are there - if so, would love to hear the places you are hoping to visit?
If I have time I want to go to Blue Moon Fabrics! We won't be there for too long and we have a packed schedule but I'd love to get to at least one fabric shop☺
Welcome back. Great gifts for Jordan! Did you use any heavy interfacing in the Harrison bag? It looked quite supple….just wondering. Love your Blanca & the skirts and the flowered t-dress. Haven’t tried a jumpsuit for myself yet…but I’ve been making a few Juliet tops from LN- sleeveless for the summertime. Glad you still made time to sew during your break.
Thank you so much!! The instructions say to not interface waxed cottons but I have fully interfaced all the lining fabric. It is a sturdy one!
Jordan looks so good in the Melliot, it was very kind of you to give it up! Happy birthday Jordan 🎉
I agree! lol
Agree with Christine - a lovely treat to see you today! You are so fun and creative and I've been wondering what you're up to. Your t-shirt dresses are fabulous. I can see why you have them on rotation. Jordan's presents are all great! I've bought several times from Spoonflower and have always been super happy with the fabric I've bought. My favorite is your Blanca flightsuit. WOW. Great video and thanks for sharing, xo
Thank you so much!! I'm happy to be sharing here on YT again🤗
Lots of great makes! I would keep the Zadie long. It looks so elegant and fits great. There’s more fabric out there to make the play suit. 😄
Good point!☺
Valerie! Your pattern matching on the pocket of Jordan’s shirt needs mentioning! *chefs kiss 🤩 Jordan is so very lucky! I love a good play suit/romper, but you might get more wear out of it in the fall and spring if you keep it long. Your Blanca is perfection! Glad to see you’re back filming! 😍
Thank you for noticing!! It is actually perfect🤗
Yay! Your're back. I am making another Gilbert Top in some natural linen. I think I might want to dye it. It's going to be a part of a set with some very simple Pants No. 1. I am sure I'll get a lot of wear out of them both. Happy sewing!
Sounds lovely! What color are you thinking about dyeing them?
@@what_valerie_makes I’m not sure yet. I’m considering using a natural dye. So I’m in research mode right now. Maybe a pink or purple? I also like green. We’ll see! ✂️❤️