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I wish I knew you were doing this, I would have crocheted something for you! I love creating hats, scarves, blankets, and right now I'm working on a shall! This is the best video! Bring back the crocheters.
As someone who crochets, I can tell you not only does making the pieces take time, but you also have to buy the yarn. (which is not always cheap lol) But you're supporting someone's business, so its worth the price!
That and the math calculations on how many rows, how many squares or how long how short, my cousin is crochet an ombre sweater with the fade happening naturally with the fabrics like 20 different colors snd steins! Lol she was like that 72 rows across 36 down for section 1 of 180 and I was like 🤔🤪😱
As a hobby crocheter I can only imagine how difficult it would be to make a living selling pieces. Kudos to those that do because it must be a lot of work
Yeah especially this day and age, everyone is used to cheap, unethically-made clothing. Usually bought from large companies, too. So when there's something that is high-quality and handmade, from a small business, they think the products are grossly overpriced.
As a crocheter I'm so excited Mia bought her pieces from ethical places and not fast fashion brands exploiting artisans! Thank you!! Also: Mia's hapiness is contagious!!
No, half of these are sold on Walmart’s site. Sweatshop workers made those and she was lied to. People, please do your research! Let’s not support exploitation!
@@TheDearestOfThings Hi :) I totally agree with you about not supporting exploitation, but I cannot agree that the pieces in the video were made in sweatshops. I do believe you saw similar designs as these in walmart's website and it doesn't surprises me that pieces COPYING these are being made in sweatshops and sold on websites as walmart. Unfortunately this happens very often: small brands' designs are stolen by fast fashion companies and unethically produced (by underpaid workers and with low quality yarns) and then sold at ridiculously low prices. I saw that happen before with brands as stradivarius, zara, pull&Bear, shein (this one takes it a step further and copies entire crochet collections), just to name afew. This is a problem in itself but also for small crochet businesses owners who see their work devalued due to how fast fashion brands present crochet to the public. Now... as I mentioned I'm a crocheter and I can assure you the quality I saw on those items in the video tells me they WERE NOT made in a sweatshop. The yarn seems good quality and the stitches are perfect and very well structured, this is due to the hook size being apropriate to the density of the yarn used (often in sweatshops they'll use a bigger hook so that the stitches are more loose and less stiches form the same amount of "fabric" taking less time to produce an item). I get where your comment is coming from and it applies, but not regarding the crochet pieces Mia bought.
@@TheDearestOfThings some similar items are probably sold as knock offs. however the company is by a woman who actually donates a percentage of her profits to the people who help her make her clothing. also anyone can sell on walmart so someone can buy her items and sell them.
@@ari-in8ny and anyone can dropship crochet. I still recommend buying from those who have shown they can crochet and not just claim to have made it. I see it happen with clay rings being sold by the hundreds for a dollar each. Nobody who handmade them would in any right mind be able to sell that many or at such a cheap price.
I love the fact that Mia recognised straight away the cost due to time, creativity and labour. Its awesome as I hear alot of people usually say its so expensive and dont take all this into consideration 😍 some really cute pieces xx
Me too cause people don’t always realize the time and effort it takes to do certain things but Mia is always on point and thinking of others as well which one reason I love her and the her channels
@@ChaoticPeace357 100% Mia is so honest and open and genuinely a nice person. I literally watch every video and dont comment much but really had to for this one
Definitely!!! As a plushie crocheter, who gets clients who always complain how pricey things are, I definitely appreciate the fact that Mia acknowledges the effort!!
As a knitter and crocheter I really appreciate how you called out the time invested in a handmade piece. People assume that it will be cheaper when it is handmade but the opposite is often true. Makers carefully select the supplies and spend hours and hours making each piece. A handmade piece will last much longer than something purchased at a box store. Thanks for the love Mia!!!
Just wanted to add that all clothes are hand made. Sadly most factory workers for big brands dont have the time to put perfect each item and arent compensated fairly either. I do agree with you that pieces made with attention to detail and love last much much longer and are worth the investment.
@@troebeliewoep There are fully automated knitting machines in factories nowadays, which can knit sweaters and woolly socks etc that look hand-knit🙂 Crochet, I don't think is robotized yet...
Making stuff is so much more expensive than just buying it from a store even if you make it yourself and aren’t paying for the time. Just the things you need to make it alone is super expensive. I love sewing but I never do it because it costs too much. I made a skirt a few years ago and it’s not very good but it cost me like $30 in fabric and I could of bought a much nicer one from the store for the same price. In the past it used to be cheaper to make your own clothes but now because most clothes in stores are mass produced for cheap, it’s more expensive to make it yourself. Making it yourself is only really worth it if you’re wanting something you can’t find in stores.
This is a great change of pace from the usual hauls! I love seeing handmade clothing, especially when it is sustainably made and sourced. It's important for the environment that everyone try to reflect on their habits as a consumer, and the companies that we choose to support.
as a crocheter thank you for admiring how much time, focus, and effort actually go into making pieces 😭 also i started only a year ago with absolutely no idea what i was doing, just followed TH-cam tutorials until i understood which stitch type was which, then i could read the cute etsy digital patterns!! believe me mia you could SO do it and i promise you'll become obsessed
Gurl same I only started a year ago and just as you I watched tons of TH-cam tutorials until I could understand which stitch was which and now I'm OBSESSED
any advice on how or when to start? I’ve been wanting to for so long but I’m just so clueless, and nervous to start :( any tips would be so so appreciated!
honestly i just looked up a youtube video for a crochet pattern i liked, i think my first project was a basket weave blanket!! but i gave up early and turned it into a rug hehe ♡ my best advice is to slow down the play back speed while you watch, it makes it so much easier to follow along with tutorials! and that its okay if your first few pieces are a lil wonky, theyre special and made with your own two lil hands ♡
@@mer8581 Start with something simple, like a scarf. You can get a basic stich (like double crochet) down and get lots of practice! Everyone makes mistakes when they start so a simpler project will hide those mistakes a little more. You could also do something like a granny square sweater, since its just a bunch of squares. But definitely don't get discouraged and always keep trying!
I like that she understands how time consuming it is to crochet. I’ve been crocheting for over ten years now and selling my stuffed animals for over 6 years and people don’t understand why my products cost so much. Materials, labor and time, and most small business crocheters don’t make much profit. It’s so awesome to support small businesses like this! I commend you for it🙏 this is another reason why I love Mia
I started crochet when i was 11 im now thirteen and just started crocheting my own clothes after 2 years of doing plushies and oml i feel so special watching this 🤩
I’d love to see this series continue! Maybe some other small handmade businesses divided per theme? Clothing, jewellery, home decor etc. That would be so cool and interesting!!💖
You should do a video like the ones you’ve done with mama maple where you tell her that y’all are reviewing crochet items from an online store but in reality you made them.
Okay does anyone else ever feel like Mia is recording and sharing videos for you as her friend and it feels as though she is talking right to you? I love that she can make it feel like you’re a family member! I wish she was my friend because she is just lovely❤️🥺
My mom has been crocheting for almost 40 years so when I saw that you posted I was like mom we have to watch this (we love to watch a lot of your videos together). Like a lot of people have said it takes a lot of time, dedication and creativity which a lot of people don't appreciate so thanks for showing the love and appreciation for it! 💕
@@MiaMaples Personally I've never noticed mine hurting but since you already have bad wrists maybe wear a brace just to be safe!! But yes please try it, you'll fall in love
@@MiaMaples it doesn’t hurt my wrists, but if you really wanted to be careful you just need to use your arms more instead of turning your wrists a lot. I hope that makes sense
@@MiaMaples It takes time to build up stamina but I'm pretty sure they say it's good for stuff like arthritis and carpal tunnel! I started crocheting again seriously about a year and a half ago (lol covid hobbies) and I can make stuffed animals, clothing, plant holders, hats..... The sky is literally the limit! I make my family presents for their birthdays and Christmas now!
I'm currently crocheting a patchwork sweater and I love the fact that you can make lil squares and then sew them into a sweater! It's way less overwhelming than doing a one-piece jumper. Loved the video btw❤️
They're all gorgeous! I hope you've been able to incorporate them into your everyday wardrobe, even if it's just one crocheted piece with other plain-coloured clothes. I'd die for that green cardigan! 💚❤💚🩵💚💛💚🩷💚🧡💚💙💚
This is so wholesome! She throughout kept complimenting the creator and the outfits. Imagine being the person who made this and smiling ear to ear 💜🥺 She's going to make them so so happy. ❤️
It anyone tries crochet, don’t give up if it feels awkward. There a lots of ways to hold the work and if it works it is not wrong. Look up several videos, they will all be holding it differently.
It really is uncomfortable when I'm just starting but it's very satisfying once you get the hang of it and see your development, progress and product. I feel proud eveytime I get to create one.
I'm glad you said this because for the longest time I didn't do crochet because holding it the pencil way felt too awkward and was so difficult for me, but when I tried the knife way I was told that wasn't the right way to hold it. I gave up, but then a year later I picked it up again and decided I didn't care if it wasn't "right."
@@carmenks6974 There's a story in the Bible where King David does it his way, so be happy with your crochet. he wasn't crocheting but he was doing something else.
Could you do a video styling the pieces individually with your other everyday wardrobe items? Since let's be real Mia, you're never going to wear the sets out in public as they are since you don't like the attention 😂
I totally agree! If each individual piece was worn with a white tee shirt or a pair of jeans it would break it up and help showcase the crochet piece, without bringing too much attention to Mia.
I love this I've been crocheting for 50 years I'm trying to sell mine but nobody will buy it because they think it's too expensive. Just so you know Mia there's different types stitches that's why the purple one has holes and the other ones that do not
I would love to see your doilies. Momma used to make them and I hate crocheting but love embroidering, cross stitching and sewing even though I suck at them all, I still try. Been making toddler shorts and my 8 year old clothing and the stitches hold. 😁😁
I just want to say how much I appreciate you! I'm a crochet instructor/designer and I was browsing TH-cam and came across this video. I saw your title where it said "honest review", and for some reason I thought it was going to be a bad review so I was like, OH NO! 😂 So I started watching and first of all, you're adorable. And second, I can't thank you enough for understanding and appreciating how much work goes into crochet! Crochet pieces can be pricey and that's exactly why. Crochet can't be machine made. Each piece is made by a person with their own hands and of course, lots of love! Plus their precious time! If I were to guess, I would think that each outfit you purchased took AT LEAST a month to make. So again, I really really appreciate you and using your voice to spread the beauty of crochet and for supporting small handmade businesses. ❤️
LOVE this one. Hits home for me in so many ways. I had a nonprofit called Stitches Of Hope. It was for Cancer patients and Veterans. Homeless and hospitalized Veterans. Had to close it because of the outbreak. I made hat and scarves. One of my favorite hats to make was for cancer patients. I would buy hair pieces and make the hats with a hole in the back and sew in the hair pieces after taking them off of the clips. The children and women loved them. The smiles on their faces was worth more than a million $$$$. I also crochet purses with macrame cord. The cloths are amazing!!! THANK YOU MIA!!!!
I love this concept! I’ve been crocheting and knitting for seven years!! Just a little info- not every piece of knitwear or crochet has such visible holes! I crochet stuffed animals and you can’t even see though to the stuffing. It depends on what kind of stitch, yarn, and hook the artist chose. ☺️
Crocheter here. I 100% appreciate the fact that you said that crochet is always handmade! So many people think that you can buy machine crocheted items, and I can 100% tell you that such machines do not exist. Nor have they ever existed. I love this! I am also extremely thrilled that you purchased direct from a crocheter!
As a crocheter I enjoyed this sooo much! I haven't ventured into making bottoms yet but I LOVE making tops and bralettes and also the traditional things such as hats, scarves, blankets, etc.
As a crochet designer and creator, I completely appreciate you love for this art craft! It does take so much time and effort to make crochet clothing and accessories, but it is all made with passion and love!
I feel like no one has mentioned this but like can we take a moment to appreciate how cute her editing is 💕 like she really puts time , love , & effort into her videos , that’s why I absolutely adore her 💗💗
one of the things I love about Mia is that she is always SO EXCITED for every little thing (like the little belt on the skirt), she’s so down to earth it warms my heart
So great you shopped from a small business Mia!! I own a very small jewellery shop on Etsy in the uk (willow cove studios!) and I love to see big creators introduce their audience to shopping small! I would love to see a video of you trying small businesses on sites like Etsy ❤️
I have crocheted for many years, long before it was ever popular or fashionable and I must thank you for giving it the attention it deserves and also for respecting how long it takes to make. I am completely self taught and I always wanted to start a business but never thought they would sell because of the time and effort etc. You look amazing in these and I love your enthusiasm. Wear them out, let people stare, you will make them smile 😃. Take care xxx
i love crochet clothing so so much! My Boyfriends family sell crochet clothes and plushies. Now i am planning my own crochet cardigan :D starting this fun project with my sister in law and i hope it will be a success so i can make more! My sister in law knows how to make those cute strawberries and flowers and she also makes socks and pretty much everything. Love it how you appreciate these items
I have a question if you make a crochet swim suit, do u have to like put a padding or like the white clothing on the bottom? Like is it secured? The bottom part, i mean
As a 50-year-old woman, I can tell you my early childhood is full of crocheted bikini memories. Not all of those memories are good. Some women lined their bikinis, some just let the little holes speak for themselves. Bikini waxing wasn’t a thing, so I’ll let you use your imagination on that.
@@lonelywhale2869 You do have to include a lining especially for the bottom and the cups, because who wants that rubbing up against their most sensitive parts of their body?
As someone who has been crocheting for 18y I love that your doing a video on crocheted pieces and that you specifically pointed out how much time it takes which is why it's expensive as it is because the amount of times people have tried to tell me that I'm charging too much when something like a blanket takes 200 hours and $50 worth of yarn to make We can't sell it for 20 bucks and so many people don't understand that and expect dirt cheap prices they are handmade items they take time and skill and I really appreciate that you pointed that out
That second outfit is absolutely adorable and it looks so well-made and so comfortable. Kudos to the person who made it because they took the extra time to make sure that it fit perfectly.
As a crocheter I really appreciate this and you pointing out how much time it takes. I sell some pieces I make and always get called out on the price but the time it takes and the cost of yarn is not cheap!! I would love to make everything affordable and tbh most of the time just cover the cost of yarn and not how much time it took me... but I get demotivated all the time about selling my crotchet pieces as people think I'm over charging :( when I think the most I've paid myself is $1 per hour and then just how much it cost for yarn hahaha but thank you thank you thank you for pointing out these factors and supporting small crochet businesses 😍🙏
Mia thank you so much for supporting small businesses. I’m so happy that you realise the time and effort that went into making these pieces! I don’t crochet but I’m an embroidery artist on Etsy and I often get messages asking to reduce the price, etc so it just felt so nice to watch you support handmade small businesses!
As a crocheter I feel blessed by this video. If you try crochet, Mia, don't give up if it's hard at first! It's so weird at first but it will click for you if you work at it. ❤️
I was thrilled to see you so excited about these adorable crochet creations. A couple of years ago my 20 something niece asked me to show her how to do a couple of crochet stitches. I was so surprised to see crochet was making a "come back". It never actually went away. With my crochet YT channel, Crazy Cool Crochet, I'm trying to show that crochet isn't just for your grandma's! Thank you for sharing this art with your millions of fans. I LOVE your channel and watch all the time. Your mom and dad are the best!
I really hope the creaters of these pieces see this 🙏 i crochet myself and it made me so happy to see that you appreciated the amount of time and effort that goes into making those pieces. I know if that was my work, I'd be over the moon to hear you talk about it like that 😌❤
Thank you so much for this!! I make and sell crochet plushies and it defiantly takes HOURS AND DAYS of work and focus, I’m so glad you appreciate the time that goes into them despite the price ❤️ Sending love
Omg it's so new and bare bones right now so it looks like shit but if you search MPStitches Crochet on Facebook it should come up. :) still working on an etsy. :)
This is so cool. Like each outfit put all together is such a statement. But then, like all the pieces individually are actually wearable. Like I was picturing that green skirt with a black tank top...so cute.
This is by far one of my favorite hauls as I also love crocheting. For the next time, you should also buy and try crochet bags, oversized cardigans, and turtle necks < 3
This is perfect timing! I am literally crocheting something rn lol, also, I think it would be fun if you learned how to crochet! It takes practice but it’s really fun :)
These outfits were so cute!!! Thank you for highlighting small businesses and explains why the cost is higher with hand made products. A lot of people don’t think about the time that goes into creating something. 💖
Mia, thanks for this video! I love your appreciation for crochet. I love to crochet and often crochet things to give as gifts. People often tell me that I should sell my stuff, and I have sold a few things, mostly baby Yodas. BUT, no one will pay what they’re worth. It takes hours and hours to crochet most items and I love how you pointed out what goes into it! I love you and your glowing personality and the happiness and positivity that you exude!
I crochet and knit and it does take a long time! But it's so worth it. Custom clothing is just better and I can't afford to pay someone else 😂 YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY TO LEARN ! With your mom ofc.
Mia, I love the fact that you always take into account all the work and effort that goes into creating things. I've been crocheting for more than 5 years now. I can say that it does take time to finish a piece, specially if you make a mistake and you have to "frog it"(undo the work) or start over. Once you finish your crochet item you feel good about it.
im am literally crocheting while watching this also i would like to add not all crochet and knitted pieces have holes in them, this is only for specific stitches like that one is called granny stitch
Do a rupaul inspired video with your mom like you two compete against each other, sow dresses, do drag makeup, lip sync and let tate and your dad be the judges!!!!!! It will be so fun to watch 🤩🤩🤩
Growing up my parents owned a yarn shop and my mother could knit or crochet absolutely anything! All through high school in the ‘70’s I remember wearing several skirts made of the crocheted quilt squares along with dozens of the traditional vest that tied together in the front. I didn’t appreciate the time and effort that it took to make them until I got older.
I crochet and it does take a LOT of time to make pieces like those! I really appreciate the fact that you pointed that out since the beginning 🤗. A lot of people get impatient and expect it to be finished in no time and to be cheap :(
Hey!! You may have noticed there was no donation portion in this video, this video was prerecorded & uploaded a couple months back before I started doing donations in every video! But don't worry we will be back to our regular donations in the next video! :)
Oh okay np mia
Ly toooo!
Thank you for doing all these donations it is wonderful ❤️
Love u too so much ......you are a cutie
I wish I knew you were doing this, I would have crocheted something for you! I love creating hats, scarves, blankets, and right now I'm working on a shall! This is the best video! Bring back the crocheters.
As someone who crochets, I can tell you not only does making the pieces take time, but you also have to buy the yarn. (which is not always cheap lol) But you're supporting someone's business, so its worth the price!
We makers often have a hard time deciding how much to price our hours of work, too.
That and the math calculations on how many rows, how many squares or how long how short, my cousin is crochet an ombre sweater with the fade happening naturally with the fabrics like 20 different colors snd steins! Lol she was like that 72 rows across 36 down for section 1 of 180 and I was like 🤔🤪😱
As a hobby crocheter I can only imagine how difficult it would be to make a living selling pieces. Kudos to those that do because it must be a lot of work
Yes! Yarn is SO expensive, especially good quality.
Yeah especially this day and age, everyone is used to cheap, unethically-made clothing. Usually bought from large companies, too. So when there's something that is high-quality and handmade, from a small business, they think the products are grossly overpriced.
As a crocheter I'm so excited Mia bought her pieces from ethical places and not fast fashion brands exploiting artisans! Thank you!! Also: Mia's hapiness is contagious!!
No, half of these are sold on Walmart’s site. Sweatshop workers made those and she was lied to. People, please do your research! Let’s not support exploitation!
@@TheDearestOfThings Hi :) I totally agree with you about not supporting exploitation, but I cannot agree that the pieces in the video were made in sweatshops. I do believe you saw similar designs as these in walmart's website and it doesn't surprises me that pieces COPYING these are being made in sweatshops and sold on websites as walmart. Unfortunately this happens very often: small brands' designs are stolen by fast fashion companies and unethically produced (by underpaid workers and with low quality yarns) and then sold at ridiculously low prices. I saw that happen before with brands as stradivarius, zara, pull&Bear, shein (this one takes it a step further and copies entire crochet collections), just to name afew. This is a problem in itself but also for small crochet businesses owners who see their work devalued due to how fast fashion brands present crochet to the public.
Now... as I mentioned I'm a crocheter and I can assure you the quality I saw on those items in the video tells me they WERE NOT made in a sweatshop. The yarn seems good quality and the stitches are perfect and very well structured, this is due to the hook size being apropriate to the density of the yarn used (often in sweatshops they'll use a bigger hook so that the stitches are more loose and less stiches form the same amount of "fabric" taking less time to produce an item).
I get where your comment is coming from and it applies, but not regarding the crochet pieces Mia bought.
@Ana Dinis its literally i. Walmart so i can not agree. I just checked
@@TheDearestOfThings some similar items are probably sold as knock offs. however the company is by a woman who actually donates a percentage of her profits to the people who help her make her clothing. also anyone can sell on walmart so someone can buy her items and sell them.
@@ari-in8ny and anyone can dropship crochet. I still recommend buying from those who have shown they can crochet and not just claim to have made it. I see it happen with clay rings being sold by the hundreds for a dollar each. Nobody who handmade them would in any right mind be able to sell that many or at such a cheap price.
I love the fact that Mia recognised straight away the cost due to time, creativity and labour. Its awesome as I hear alot of people usually say its so expensive and dont take all this into consideration 😍 some really cute pieces xx
absolutely I can't even imagine how long these pieces would take to make, worth it!! SO AMAZING!!
Me too cause people don’t always realize the time and effort it takes to do certain things but Mia is always on point and thinking of others as well which one reason I love her and the her channels
@@ChaoticPeace357 100% Mia is so honest and open and genuinely a nice person. I literally watch every video and dont comment much but really had to for this one
@@MiaMaples me either and the talent 😍 wish I had that kind of talent honestly . Ps I love your videos ❤
Definitely!!! As a plushie crocheter, who gets clients who always complain how pricey things are, I definitely appreciate the fact that Mia acknowledges the effort!!
“Babies wear the comfiest clothes, as they should they’re babies, but like we could do it too, we could, we are, I am” 😂 love ya Mia 🥰
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As a knitter and crocheter I really appreciate how you called out the time invested in a handmade piece. People assume that it will be cheaper when it is handmade but the opposite is often true. Makers carefully select the supplies and spend hours and hours making each piece. A handmade piece will last much longer than something purchased at a box store. Thanks for the love Mia!!!
I definitely agree!!
Just wanted to add that all clothes are hand made. Sadly most factory workers for big brands dont have the time to put perfect each item and arent compensated fairly either. I do agree with you that pieces made with attention to detail and love last much much longer and are worth the investment.
@@troebeliewoep There are fully automated knitting machines in factories nowadays, which can knit sweaters and woolly socks etc that look hand-knit🙂 Crochet, I don't think is robotized yet...
Same here! It just makes me feel less like a child grandma!
Making stuff is so much more expensive than just buying it from a store even if you make it yourself and aren’t paying for the time. Just the things you need to make it alone is super expensive. I love sewing but I never do it because it costs too much. I made a skirt a few years ago and it’s not very good but it cost me like $30 in fabric and I could of bought a much nicer one from the store for the same price. In the past it used to be cheaper to make your own clothes but now because most clothes in stores are mass produced for cheap, it’s more expensive to make it yourself. Making it yourself is only really worth it if you’re wanting something you can’t find in stores.
That first crop top with high-waisted flared jeans would look sooooo good
omg she should definitely do that!
The hair crimp is IT for you girl. you lookin’ like a QUEEN.
Seriously, that hair is so Mia!
I was thinking the same!!!!
Maybe its weird to say but it suits her personality so well
@@mindlesspatch early 2000's styles suit her so well.
am i missing something? her hair isn't crimped?
This is a great change of pace from the usual hauls! I love seeing handmade clothing, especially when it is sustainably made and sourced. It's important for the environment that everyone try to reflect on their habits as a consumer, and the companies that we choose to support.
as a crocheter thank you for admiring how much time, focus, and effort actually go into making pieces 😭 also i started only a year ago with absolutely no idea what i was doing, just followed TH-cam tutorials until i understood which stitch type was which, then i could read the cute etsy digital patterns!! believe me mia you could SO do it and i promise you'll become obsessed
Gurl same I only started a year ago and just as you I watched tons of TH-cam tutorials until I could understand which stitch was which and now I'm OBSESSED
any advice on how or when to start? I’ve been wanting to for so long but I’m just so clueless, and nervous to start :( any tips would be so so appreciated!
honestly i just looked up a youtube video for a crochet pattern i liked, i think my first project was a basket weave blanket!! but i gave up early and turned it into a rug hehe ♡ my best advice is to slow down the play back speed while you watch, it makes it so much easier to follow along with tutorials! and that its okay if your first few pieces are a lil wonky, theyre special and made with your own two lil hands ♡
@@mer8581 Start with something simple, like a scarf. You can get a basic stich (like double crochet) down and get lots of practice! Everyone makes mistakes when they start so a simpler project will hide those mistakes a little more. You could also do something like a granny square sweater, since its just a bunch of squares. But definitely don't get discouraged and always keep trying!
@@peppapig5959 I'M OBSESSED TOO
I like that she understands how time consuming it is to crochet. I’ve been crocheting for over ten years now and selling my stuffed animals for over 6 years and people don’t understand why my products cost so much. Materials, labor and time, and most small business crocheters don’t make much profit. It’s so awesome to support small businesses like this! I commend you for it🙏 this is another reason why I love Mia
I started crochet when i was 11 im now thirteen and just started crocheting my own clothes after 2 years of doing plushies and oml i feel so special watching this 🤩
I’d love to see this series continue! Maybe some other small handmade businesses divided per theme? Clothing, jewellery, home decor etc. That would be so cool and interesting!!💖
You should do a video like the ones you’ve done with mama maple where you tell her that y’all are reviewing crochet items from an online store but in reality you made them.
That would take so much time lol
this idea is so funnnnyyyy omg! Mia would have to start working months in advance, but can you imagine the final video? lmao
Okay does anyone else ever feel like Mia is recording and sharing videos for you as her friend and it feels as though she is talking right to you? I love that she can make it feel like you’re a family member! I wish she was my friend because she is just lovely❤️🥺
I've never played with a Polly Pocket, but Mia in the first outfit gives me major Polly Pocket vibes!
!jnnal-)
My mom has been crocheting for almost 40 years so when I saw that you posted I was like mom we have to watch this (we love to watch a lot of your videos together). Like a lot of people have said it takes a lot of time, dedication and creativity which a lot of people don't appreciate so thanks for showing the love and appreciation for it! 💕
You DEFINITELY need to try crochet, you're so good at everything and it is so much fun!!!!
omg could my wrists handle it????
Yes. You really need to try it!
@@MiaMaples Personally I've never noticed mine hurting but since you already have bad wrists maybe wear a brace just to be safe!! But yes please try it, you'll fall in love
@@MiaMaples it doesn’t hurt my wrists, but if you really wanted to be careful you just need to use your arms more instead of turning your wrists a lot. I hope that makes sense
@@MiaMaples It takes time to build up stamina but I'm pretty sure they say it's good for stuff like arthritis and carpal tunnel! I started crocheting again seriously about a year and a half ago (lol covid hobbies) and I can make stuffed animals, clothing, plant holders, hats..... The sky is literally the limit! I make my family presents for their birthdays and Christmas now!
I'm currently crocheting a patchwork sweater and I love the fact that you can make lil squares and then sew them into a sweater! It's way less overwhelming than doing a one-piece jumper. Loved the video btw❤️
Mia doesn't know this but she makes everyone's day better .Love you!!
Spitting facts 100% you are correct
For real though. I couldn't care less about crochet clothing, but Mia brings me so much joy so here I am!
When I saw her upload my day was literally so much better
I totally agreee
They're all gorgeous! I hope you've been able to incorporate them into your everyday wardrobe, even if it's just one crocheted piece with other plain-coloured clothes. I'd die for that green cardigan!
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Mia: Croshet is coming back
Me, a crocheter: this is the moment I've been waiting for
That's exactly how I felt!
Same
ahahah Exactly!
This comment made my heart melt
It's been surging in popularity for awhile now. Especially since lockdown.
This is so wholesome! She throughout kept complimenting the creator and the outfits. Imagine being the person who made this and smiling ear to ear 💜🥺
She's going to make them so so happy. ❤️
It anyone tries crochet, don’t give up if it feels awkward. There a lots of ways to hold the work and if it works it is not wrong. Look up several videos, they will all be holding it differently.
Dee S- this is a very intelligent comment, you are right and Don't give up, it can be relaxing once you get going.
Thank you for saying this cause I hold it so weird! But it works for me 🙂💗
It really is uncomfortable when I'm just starting but it's very satisfying once you get the hang of it and see your development, progress and product. I feel proud eveytime I get to create one.
I'm glad you said this because for the longest time I didn't do crochet because holding it the pencil way felt too awkward and was so difficult for me, but when I tried the knife way I was told that wasn't the right way to hold it.
I gave up, but then a year later I picked it up again and decided I didn't care if it wasn't "right."
@@carmenks6974 There's a story in the Bible where King David does it his way, so be happy with your crochet. he wasn't crocheting but he was doing something else.
Could you do a video styling the pieces individually with your other everyday wardrobe items? Since let's be real Mia, you're never going to wear the sets out in public as they are since you don't like the attention 😂
I totally agree! If each individual piece was worn with a white tee shirt or a pair of jeans it would break it up and help showcase the crochet piece, without bringing too much attention to Mia.
I love this I've been crocheting for 50 years I'm trying to sell mine but nobody will buy it because they think it's too expensive.
Just so you know Mia there's different types stitches that's why the purple one has holes and the other ones that do not
do you have an etsy shop? i would love to check it out.
Where do you sell your creations?
I would love to see your doilies. Momma used to make them and I hate crocheting but love embroidering, cross stitching and sewing even though I suck at them all, I still try. Been making toddler shorts and my 8 year old clothing and the stitches hold. 😁😁
IM OBSESSED with rainbowdropz!! her work is beautiful. My idol.
Can we just talk about mias hair in this?!! So prettyyy
I just want to say how much I appreciate you! I'm a crochet instructor/designer and I was browsing TH-cam and came across this video. I saw your title where it said "honest review", and for some reason I thought it was going to be a bad review so I was like, OH NO! 😂 So I started watching and first of all, you're adorable. And second, I can't thank you enough for understanding and appreciating how much work goes into crochet! Crochet pieces can be pricey and that's exactly why. Crochet can't be machine made. Each piece is made by a person with their own hands and of course, lots of love! Plus their precious time! If I were to guess, I would think that each outfit you purchased took AT LEAST a month to make. So again, I really really appreciate you and using your voice to spread the beauty of crochet and for supporting small handmade businesses. ❤️
Am I the only one thinking you could just wear this out to, anywhere? It’s super cute! I’d be in awe of someone walking down the street in this 😍
Crocheting is a great hobby, you can make fluffy blankets for your pets, hats at Christmas time, so many cute things to make.!!!!!!!!!!!
Mia’s hair though! 😍 what a queen
I wish everyone would appreciate crocheters like you do. But you have to do a video of crocheting your own outfit!!!
So excited!! Thank you for making my Friday even better Mia :) I hope everyone has a good day!!
LOVE this one. Hits home for me in so many ways. I had a nonprofit called Stitches Of Hope. It was for Cancer patients and Veterans. Homeless and hospitalized Veterans. Had to close it because of the outbreak. I made hat and scarves. One of my favorite hats to make was for cancer patients. I would buy hair pieces and make the hats with a hole in the back and sew in the hair pieces after taking them off of the clips. The children and women loved them. The smiles on their faces was worth more than a million $$$$. I also crochet purses with macrame cord. The cloths are amazing!!! THANK YOU MIA!!!!
What an amazing story! Thank you for being such a kind human being.
@@amara560 The World needs LOVE and Kindness.
Mia makes everyone who watch her videos smile all throughout the video. She is my fav. Love you!!
Her content is amazing because it’s her
@@deedradecamp1501 yeah. Whatever her content is I would watch it before anything
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It was popular in the 60’s, so boho chic maybe?
I love all three sets. They are adorable and you are adorable. It’s like a trifecta of sweetness and I’m here for it!!
I love this concept! I’ve been crocheting and knitting for seven years!! Just a little info- not every piece of knitwear or crochet has such visible holes! I crochet stuffed animals and you can’t even see though to the stuffing. It depends on what kind of stitch, yarn, and hook the artist chose. ☺️
Crocheter here. I 100% appreciate the fact that you said that crochet is always handmade! So many people think that you can buy machine crocheted items, and I can 100% tell you that such machines do not exist. Nor have they ever existed. I love this!
I am also extremely thrilled that you purchased direct from a crocheter!
Honestly, it's so easy, try and make them yourself. Warning: you will develop a yarn addiction 🤣
Haha!! Fr!
Yeah I got too much 😊 it makes me happy though
Omg yess
@@meganpinkham9400 samee
Yessss🤣🤣
As a crocheter I enjoyed this sooo much! I haven't ventured into making bottoms yet but I LOVE making tops and bralettes and also the traditional things such as hats, scarves, blankets, etc.
Oh mia, you should send the link for this video to the sellers, as I reckon they would love to see their hard work, great vid x
As a crochet designer and creator, I completely appreciate you love for this art craft! It does take so much time and effort to make crochet clothing and accessories, but it is all made with passion and love!
As a crocheter, I'm so happy that it's becomming more popular and that you love it :)
I feel like no one has mentioned this but like can we take a moment to appreciate how cute her editing is 💕 like she really puts time , love , & effort into her videos , that’s why I absolutely adore her 💗💗
the fact that i’ve been looking at crochet clothing on etsy for the past week but been too scared to buy this is perfect
one of the things I love about Mia is that she is always SO EXCITED for every little thing (like the little belt on the skirt), she’s so down to earth it warms my heart
So great you shopped from a small business Mia!! I own a very small jewellery shop on Etsy in the uk (willow cove studios!) and I love to see big creators introduce their audience to shopping small! I would love to see a video of you trying small businesses on sites like Etsy ❤️
I have crocheted for many years, long before it was ever popular or fashionable and I must thank you for giving it the attention it deserves and also for respecting how long it takes to make. I am completely self taught and I always wanted to start a business but never thought they would sell because of the time and effort etc.
You look amazing in these and I love your enthusiasm. Wear them out, let people stare, you will make them smile 😃. Take care xxx
i love crochet clothing so so much! My Boyfriends family sell crochet clothes and plushies. Now i am planning my own crochet cardigan :D starting this fun project with my sister in law and i hope it will be a success so i can make more! My sister in law knows how to make those cute strawberries and flowers and she also makes socks and pretty much everything.
Love it how you appreciate these items
I feel like all of the pieces could be incorporated into your regular wardrobe and styled individually
Omg Mia im literally making a freaking sweater right now and my hands are DYING. Im so glad to take a break and just get some inspo
Soak your hands in hot water before bed, you'll thank me. ;)
You should try crochet swim suits !!
I really want to learn crochet so I can make a cute bikini 👙
I have a question if you make a crochet swim suit, do u have to like put a padding or like the white clothing on the bottom? Like is it secured? The bottom part, i mean
As a 50-year-old woman, I can tell you my early childhood is full of crocheted bikini memories. Not all of those memories are good. Some women lined their bikinis, some just let the little holes speak for themselves. Bikini waxing wasn’t a thing, so I’ll let you use your imagination on that.
@@lonelywhale2869 You do have to include a lining especially for the bottom and the cups, because who wants that rubbing up against their most sensitive parts of their body?
Yeah! You do make everyone's day bright and colourful as rainbow ❤
As someone who has been crocheting for 18y I love that your doing a video on crocheted pieces and that you specifically pointed out how much time it takes which is why it's expensive as it is because the amount of times people have tried to tell me that I'm charging too much when something like a blanket takes 200 hours and $50 worth of yarn to make We can't sell it for 20 bucks and so many people don't understand that and expect dirt cheap prices they are handmade items they take time and skill and I really appreciate that you pointed that out
Your voice just makes me happy yk, it’s just really pretty.
That second outfit is absolutely adorable and it looks so well-made and so comfortable. Kudos to the person who made it because they took the extra time to make sure that it fit perfectly.
Love Mia's hair so much styled like this!!
Thank youuuuu!
As a crocheter I really appreciate this and you pointing out how much time it takes. I sell some pieces I make and always get called out on the price but the time it takes and the cost of yarn is not cheap!! I would love to make everything affordable and tbh most of the time just cover the cost of yarn and not how much time it took me... but I get demotivated all the time about selling my crotchet pieces as people think I'm over charging :( when I think the most I've paid myself is $1 per hour and then just how much it cost for yarn hahaha
but thank you thank you thank you for pointing out these factors and supporting small crochet businesses 😍🙏
OMG, I just started my small crochet business, it can be expensive but si because we put so much time on it, love seeing the support 🥺💕
Mia thank you so much for supporting small businesses. I’m so happy that you realise the time and effort that went into making these pieces! I don’t crochet but I’m an embroidery artist on Etsy and I often get messages asking to reduce the price, etc so it just felt so nice to watch you support handmade small businesses!
Currently obsessed with crochet too! Maybe a video with you trying to crochet a top would be fun? 😅
As a crocheter I feel blessed by this video. If you try crochet, Mia, don't give up if it's hard at first! It's so weird at first but it will click for you if you work at it. ❤️
as someone who likes to crochet, but never crochet any of these, u inspire me to try to make them... thx mia :D
they all look so cute on you!!! the bright colors suit you great and you look so happy! also your hair looks AMAZING!!!
Ahhhhh @shopfluffy is owned by my friend Lulu! So nice of you to give the brand the exposure, the stuff is phenomenal! x
I was thrilled to see you so excited about these adorable crochet creations. A couple of years ago my 20 something niece asked me to show her how to do a couple of crochet stitches. I was so surprised to see crochet was making a "come back". It never actually went away. With my crochet YT channel, Crazy Cool Crochet, I'm trying to show that crochet isn't just for your grandma's! Thank you for sharing this art with your millions of fans. I LOVE your channel and watch all the time. Your mom and dad are the best!
I looove colourful handmade pieces! And Mia looks gorgeous in all of them!
I really hope the creaters of these pieces see this 🙏 i crochet myself and it made me so happy to see that you appreciated the amount of time and effort that goes into making those pieces. I know if that was my work, I'd be over the moon to hear you talk about it like that 😌❤
Thank you so much for this!! I make and sell crochet plushies and it defiantly takes HOURS AND DAYS of work and focus, I’m so glad you appreciate the time that goes into them despite the price ❤️ Sending love
Your hair literally completes the look with these outfits!!
I agree it goes with all the outfits ☺️
Omg i have never clicked so fast! I literally just opened my own crochet clothing shop!! Ahhhh!! 😍
Could we get the name of the shop?
Omg it's so new and bare bones right now so it looks like shit but if you search MPStitches Crochet on Facebook it should come up. :) still working on an etsy. :)
Congrats girl 😍
This is so cool. Like each outfit put all together is such a statement. But then, like all the pieces individually are actually wearable. Like I was picturing that green skirt with a black tank top...so cute.
This is by far one of my favorite hauls as I also love crocheting. For the next time, you should also buy and try crochet bags, oversized cardigans, and turtle necks < 3
Little crochet handbags are the cutest...cue strawberry backpack, lemon backpack, etc. They look great with everything.
This is perfect timing! I am literally crocheting something rn lol, also, I think it would be fun if you learned how to crochet! It takes practice but it’s really fun :)
These outfits were so cute!!! Thank you for highlighting small businesses and explains why the cost is higher with hand made products. A lot of people don’t think about the time that goes into creating something. 💖
Omg i recently got back to crocheting and I hope it never goes out of style because I want to make EVERYTHING but it takes a LONG ASS TIME
thank you for supporting artists!!!
I’m so excited every time I see a notification for Mia’s videos lol
Same I love this girl 😍
Mia, thanks for this video! I love your appreciation for crochet. I love to crochet and often crochet things to give as gifts. People often tell me that I should sell my stuff, and I have sold a few things, mostly baby Yodas. BUT, no one will pay what they’re worth. It takes hours and hours to crochet most items and I love how you pointed out what goes into it! I love you and your glowing personality and the happiness and positivity that you exude!
As a crocheter, I clicked so fast just by seeing the thumbnail
You get that warm fuzzy calm feeling while crocheting too 🥰
I crochet and knit and it does take a long time! But it's so worth it. Custom clothing is just better and I can't afford to pay someone else 😂 YOU SHOULD DEFINITELY TRY TO LEARN ! With your mom ofc.
Mia, I love the fact that you always take into account all the work and effort that goes into creating things. I've been crocheting for more than 5 years now. I can say that it does take time to finish a piece, specially if you make a mistake and you have to "frog it"(undo the work) or start over. Once you finish your crochet item you feel good about it.
im am literally crocheting while watching this
also i would like to add not all crochet and knitted pieces have holes in them, this is only for specific stitches like that one is called granny stitch
The purple with hearts looked like dc or tc, right?
How is Mia the PERFECT model for all of these crochet pieces?? She's awesome at showcasing the hard work and talent put into each piece.
Queen uploads:
Me: CLICKS FASTER THAN THE SPEED OF LIGHT
I make vidz 💫💖🥰
I love the colors of the pieces! It gives me major Rapunzel vibes 💜
Is it just me or mia looks extra gorgeous today❤
I am always awestruck by how incredible Mia looks in green and pink.
Do a rupaul inspired video with your mom like you two compete against each other, sow dresses, do drag makeup, lip sync and let tate and your dad be the judges!!!!!! It will be so fun to watch 🤩🤩🤩
Growing up my parents owned a yarn shop and my mother could knit or crochet absolutely anything! All through high school in the ‘70’s I remember wearing several skirts made of the crocheted quilt squares along with dozens of the traditional vest that tied together in the front. I didn’t appreciate the time and effort that it took to make them until I got older.
Mia about crochet: "don't even get me started on how obsessed I am"
Me about Mia: "don't even get me started on how obsessed I am"
I crochet and it does take a LOT of time to make pieces like those! I really appreciate the fact that you pointed that out since the beginning 🤗. A lot of people get impatient and expect it to be finished in no time and to be cheap :(
I crochet, and it’s the easiest yarn craft to do. You would be able to do it easily!
Cynthia Tingler- Yes it's easy and if you are having trouble, get a different teacher.!!!!!
As a crocheter, it is so heartwarming to hear you talk about crochet 🧶
Ok but we need "I'm obsessed" merch
The pink and purple set was my favourite.. it gave the revamped gen-z Rapunzel vibes💜 All the these outfits screamed MIA
“We could. We are. I am” 😂 Mia you’re adorable.
No one:
Me: 🎶It costs that much cos it takes me f***ing hours, it costs that much cos I don't have super powers! 🎶
You need to pay for my skills, cuz exposure doesn't pay the bill😂