One benefit of doing them later, after many have stopped, is that others who may not have been around during those challenges can see them and say "I want to try that!" and you get part 2 started! And mental health care is not frivolous. I have been writing, embroidering and weaving a lot more often for my own mental health.
Roisin's Quill Very true! Manuscript Challenge part 2, here I come! I realize intellectually that it’s not frivolous, but it’s hard to overcome some conditioning that doing enjoyable things is selfish, especially when people comment on your videos saying that you should be making masks and PPE instead of things like pockets that don’t matter (said person was summarily removed from my personal FB).
@@OpusElenae I understand. I had a friend receive comments like that as well when she was making her patchwork skirt. I hate that there are people who feel the need to police others like that! I do not think what you do is frivolous and I thoroughly enjoy your videos. :) Stay safe!
I've been working on a hand-sewn 14th century kirtle as I watched this, and I may end up using your gore reinforcement technique! Thank you for sharing your wisdom, both about sewing and keeping it together in a crisis.
Medieval Taylor's Assistant is one of the more incredible resources for period sewing. Love it, also that black cat barely in the scene there. Good vid, it's been a year, best wishes.
Background watching this as I work on my spawn's undertunic and I looked up and was like "Wait, how is the edge white now? That looks awesome." Went back and it's such a simple detail but it's so striking! Definitely borrowing that for my next hood. Thanks for this! And your hood looks lovely - I never really thought of using linen for a hood, but I'll definitely need to try it. I have very short hair so head coverings are a must for my SCA adventures, which in the increasing hot New Zealand summers can get pretty unpleasant...
Thank you for the mental health shout out. I just got back in to me sewing and it has been a much needed support and break. I just finished an 18th century under petticoat by hand.
These are trying times, my friend, and the least we can do is be as gentle with ourselves as we try to be with others.I'm so glad that you found an outlet that's helping you relax and breathe.
Thank you. TH-cam has been the only way to take my mind off the everyday stresses I have been going through. Makers like you have been a huge help. I just found you today and have already subscribed. I hope that you can continue to find the inspiration to keep publishing videos.
I've been working on turning on the camera & sewing dream projects I haven't had time for because I've been working on things for other people. It's just me now so it's a great time to make new things
I was so tired by the time of watching this that I ended up looking up the song and having it on loop as I fell asleep. Let's hope I didn't make myself a sleepy button!
I just found your channel and I’m really enjoying working through your videos ( in no particular order) this one, and your other hood videos are very much appreciated as after I finish my current project ( hand sewn hose) I intend to make a hood! It’s nice to be able to spend the hours hand sewing and watching relevant, interesting and helpful content!
I'm having the worst time in my life. I'm diving into makes to help me get through it and lower my blood pressure. Self care is #1, without it you're no good to anyone else. Love anx light to you! I absolutely love your channel. And....do whatever you want when you want. 😏 I'm preparing for a move up north and need warm clothing. I want to make lots of these hoods. I have a vision of some nuno-felted. That's wool and silk fibers felted onto silk fabric. The results are absolutely stunning, warm and soft too.
Aren't we funny creatures we hand sewers! I just watched you do just what I do - cut off a bit of thread to get a clean end to thread. But, oh no, no a few inches or even an inch, just the tiniest bit that will clean up the end. It is as if our subconscious is still way back when thread was hand spun and precious.😏😛
I do not think I would have had the patience to add all of those pearls. Ha! Great job. I'm planning on making a medieval-inspired hood soon out of some floral printed cotton.
I know I'm a bit late here, but through the pandemic I've always got a million projects on the go. I have several quilts, and sock knitting projects on the go that I rotate through. One day I'll get my hexagon quilt done. It's only been ongoing for 10 years, but I have been sewing it all by hand so far.
I am so very glad that you were able to create for you ❤️❤️. I have been painting charters, sewing and running an online story/circle time two days a week. Trying for some "normal"... And today was my first day back at work.
Also, as someone who was planning to sew and knit all quarantine and just... can't right now, I really appreciated your message of being enough. The pressure to be OMG SO PRODUCTIVE is so real.
One benefit of doing them later, after many have stopped, is that others who may not have been around during those challenges can see them and say "I want to try that!" and you get part 2 started!
And mental health care is not frivolous. I have been writing, embroidering and weaving a lot more often for my own mental health.
Roisin's Quill Very true! Manuscript Challenge part 2, here I come!
I realize intellectually that it’s not frivolous, but it’s hard to overcome some conditioning that doing enjoyable things is selfish, especially when people comment on your videos saying that you should be making masks and PPE instead of things like pockets that don’t matter (said person was summarily removed from my personal FB).
@@OpusElenae I understand. I had a friend receive comments like that as well when she was making her patchwork skirt. I hate that there are people who feel the need to police others like that!
I do not think what you do is frivolous and I thoroughly enjoy your videos. :)
Stay safe!
I've been working on a hand-sewn 14th century kirtle as I watched this, and I may end up using your gore reinforcement technique! Thank you for sharing your wisdom, both about sewing and keeping it together in a crisis.
Oh I would love to see it when it's finished! I'm a total sucker for all things 14th C.
@@OpusElenae there will be a video! ☺️
SnappyDragon Yusssssss
I'm about to make some for myself, did you have a pattern or something to use as a reference you wouldn't mind sharing?
I’m watching this a couple years later, and your videos have definitely helped me through the pandemic. Thank you for keeping on making things 💜💜
I am glad to hear that! To be honest, they've helped me too.
Medieval Taylor's Assistant is one of the more incredible resources for period sewing. Love it, also that black cat barely in the scene there. Good vid, it's been a year, best wishes.
It's a staple in my library!
Background watching this as I work on my spawn's undertunic and I looked up and was like "Wait, how is the edge white now? That looks awesome." Went back and it's such a simple detail but it's so striking! Definitely borrowing that for my next hood. Thanks for this! And your hood looks lovely - I never really thought of using linen for a hood, but I'll definitely need to try it. I have very short hair so head coverings are a must for my SCA adventures, which in the increasing hot New Zealand summers can get pretty unpleasant...
Thank you for the mental health shout out. I just got back in to me sewing and it has been a much needed support and break. I just finished an 18th century under petticoat by hand.
These are trying times, my friend, and the least we can do is be as gentle with ourselves as we try to be with others.I'm so glad that you found an outlet that's helping you relax and breathe.
Thank you. TH-cam has been the only way to take my mind off the everyday stresses I have been going through. Makers like you have been a huge help. I just found you today and have already subscribed. I hope that you can continue to find the inspiration to keep publishing videos.
Glad to help
I've been working on turning on the camera & sewing dream projects I haven't had time for because I've been working on things for other people. It's just me now so it's a great time to make new things
I was so tired by the time of watching this that I ended up looking up the song and having it on loop as I fell asleep. Let's hope I didn't make myself a sleepy button!
That linen is such a gorgeous shade of red!
I just found your channel and I’m really enjoying working through your videos ( in no particular order) this one, and your other hood videos are very much appreciated as after I finish my current project ( hand sewn hose) I intend to make a hood! It’s nice to be able to spend the hours hand sewing and watching relevant, interesting and helpful content!
Aw thank you! I am so glad you are enjoying things!
I'm having the worst time in my life. I'm diving into makes to help me get through it and lower my blood pressure. Self care is #1, without it you're no good to anyone else. Love anx light to you! I absolutely love your channel. And....do whatever you want when you want. 😏
I'm preparing for a move up north and need warm clothing. I want to make lots of these hoods. I have a vision of some nuno-felted. That's wool and silk fibers felted onto silk fabric. The results are absolutely stunning, warm and soft too.
Well, I guess I know another thing I need immediately..... Guess I'm just gonna watch every single video you've ever uploaded.
Aren't we funny creatures we hand sewers! I just watched you do just what I do - cut off a bit of thread to get a clean end to thread. But, oh no, no a few inches or even an inch, just the tiniest bit that will clean up the end. It is as if our subconscious is still way back when thread was hand spun and precious.😏😛
I do not think I would have had the patience to add all of those pearls. Ha! Great job. I'm planning on making a medieval-inspired hood soon out of some floral printed cotton.
I know I'm a bit late here, but through the pandemic I've always got a million projects on the go. I have several quilts, and sock knitting projects on the go that I rotate through. One day I'll get my hexagon quilt done. It's only been ongoing for 10 years, but I have been sewing it all by hand so far.
Wow that's dedication!
@@OpusElenae I'm getting close to getting the top part done. Then...there's a matter of getting the sandwiching done
Looks great. You are also enough. I finally finished a 3 yr old project, favor with my device for my husband.
Sarah O G Thank you; I’m trying to keep telling myself that. There’s nothing quite like finishing such an long awaited project!
I am so very glad that you were able to create for you ❤️❤️. I have been painting charters, sewing and running an online story/circle time two days a week. Trying for some "normal"... And today was my first day back at work.
Ms.Becca's story hour Fantastic! That sounds quite productive. Stay safe back at work!
Beautiful work, as always. Love your channel!
Also, as someone who was planning to sew and knit all quarantine and just... can't right now, I really appreciated your message of being enough. The pressure to be OMG SO PRODUCTIVE is so real.
Wow, it looks so good :)
Thank you! I'm very happy with how it came out.
Opus Elenae You should be! Hoods are my favorite thing to make so I really enjoyed this video. ^.^
@@margolambert1018 I already have SOOOOOO many, and have plans for another one, dagged this time!
Opus Elenae Ooooh that’s exciting. I’ve been working on a dagged hood as my first a&s project.
Margot Marschall DOOOOO EEEEET!
Beautiful
I don't understand the purpose of the liripipe. Can someone please explain it's function?
fashion, mostly
What did you do to close your hood?
Looks like the only opening in the front is for the face.