You’re funny and sweet. Why would anyone want to hear what you have to say? Well, so far, there are some 338,000 of us who joyfully tune in to see you make beautiful items, cleverly thrift flip, and share your lovely space and self with us! It’s always a delight when a new video comes up! Thank you indeed for sharing what you’ve learned with us! It’s inspiring!
Thank you Janelle. Just keep on being you please. You're an inspiration to many people. I so look forward to seeing you and being part of your sewing journey 🏵️
I think you should open up a limited number of commissions maybe every season? That way you're not too overwhelmed and those who really want to purchase a handmade dress from you will have the opportunity to ♥️
I just wanted to say, I don't really care if you're the best at what you do or not, I love the way you explain and show us what you're doing. I think you're really good at what you do but I think your super strength is "teaching", you are super clear, super easy to follow and you're definitely super inspiring! I know it will take more than one comment on your video to combat the imposter syndrome but yeah I love your videos and I'm always looking forward to watching them! Oh and to answer your question at the beginning, I think a sewing kit/pattern is always better than buying already handmade clothes, because again teaching others how to do things is the best gift you can give us :) but well that's just my opinion ^^
Something I learned when I dove into daily sewing - 4-6 hours of sewing a day during the pandemic, was that you can get burnt out pretty quickly. After making and donating nearly 3000 face masks for vulnerable communities, I lost my sew mojo. My step mom suggested I try quilting instead, and that really helped me to get my sewing energy back. I really enjoy finding patterns and fabrics to make the patterns pop. I also started making my own clothes. So having a couple of different sewing outlets to switch back and forth to kept my sewing mojo. What really exhausted me at the end of last year was being told by literally everyone to SELL everything I make and also to make this, and make that, and this. Being told your passionate ‘hobby’ should make you money is not a positive cheer for sure. I was so overwhelmed and I over committed myself. By the end of the December holiday event season I completely lost my sewing mojo again. So my advice to you, and you’ve been professionally sewing for a lot longer than I have, is to just do what gives you joy and what you’re passionate about. And if sewing up a group of dresses to sell is a lot of pressure before you’ve even started the project, it might not be a good project t to take on at the moment. Your TH-cam channel is so inspiring to me and I love your aesthetic and that you don’t pressure yourself to be 💯 on trend with everything. Gravitate to what makes you happy, fulfilled, and helps you keep sewing as a joyful practice. 💕 🧵 🪡 💕
I don’t knit but I do crochet. Along with choosing patterns and fabric that mirror my changing fashion choices I am collecting crochet patterns and yarn to incorporate into my wardrobe. Thank you so much for the inspiration! I love how your choices included a wide variety of pinks. It’s my favorite color. I love the sewing kits, but I sew. I think for those who don’t the option of having your patterns sewn by you is a lovely choice. Love Billy Joel as well. A friend took me to a concert once, a very long time ago. It was super stellar. If you have the opportunity go. He is amazing live.
Regarding the last question of the Q&A, I'd like to point out that you're doing so much more than teaching people how to sew. I, for example, get very inspired by people who create, and when I see someone start and finish a project, it motivates me to go finish stuff that I started and abandoned a while back. In addition, like many others, I admire the fact that you know you style and that has motivated me to work towards a more cohesive wardrobe, even though my style and my colour palette are very different. I also like the style of your videos, the way you present and explain things. Not to mention the fact that I get small glimpses into life across the globe, which is also very cool. Watching your latest video on a weekend morning while I sip my coffee is a tradition now and I'm not even following your tutorials yet (still very much a beginner in terms of sewing). Thanks for all of this :)
You are so charming. I enjoy watching your video's and taking a break from the outside world and getting creative inspiration. Imposter ? not at all, more like a lovely friend who genuinely gifted with a lot to offer!
You are such a delight Janelle! Imposter Syndrome is totally normal as you say - but yes keep taking up the space you need because it is so nice for casual sewists like myself to hop on youtube and see you have posted another inspiring and calming video to have on in the background while we work!
After following your videos I am now a thrift shop girl and love hunting for fabrics not so much ready made clothes but love bedding and tablecloths I find them great for testing out patterns. X
I think 'impostor syndrome' is part of the process for every humble, creative, imaginative and ambitious person. It’s partly that we imagine that others doing successfully what we want to achieve somehow feel super calm and confident about it all the time which is a big assumption. I think it’s best to just accept the feeling and ride out it out, knowing that it’s about the effort and the work (and that frankly many lazier and less talented people do very well for all kinds of reasons unrelated to knowledge and ability, e.g. inherited money or nepotism). Anyway, I think all your work output is interesting and wonderful, plus the way you’re able to invite others into it, communicate and teach, are incredible talents on top of your manual arts talents. Please keep pursuing and developing your interests and sharing them as you do!
You are such an inspiration. So wise and such a lovely person overall. It's a pleasure to get to know you via your videos. I come here not only because of the sewing even though that what drew me in initially but I stayed for the person that you are. Thank you. Oh and Pachinko was such a great book. I loved it :)
Janelle you are a lovely young lady and you inspire me with your beautiful items that you make. Loved your Q&A Janelle. The world is a much better place for you being in it. Don't ever think "your space" isn't deserved huni. Keep doing your thing and keep lighting up our screens with that lovely smile and that personality that is "you". Sending love from Michelle Uk 😊 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧
You are so inspiring. You hv a brilliant sense of color. You also have a delightful fashion sense. I can’t believe you are so far away. I live in NYC in America and I think I’d so enjoy spending time with you in your lovely sewing room. 😍😔👍😉
Janelle I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing so much about yourself and just to let you know, you are soo special and really do make a difference in my life. Your tutorials are so calming and inspiring. Wishing you and hubby all the best with your future endeavours. Keep up the good work. Remain blessed xxx
Your videos are superb! I would listen SOLELY for your sweet accent but its a real perk to watch you sew. They music you use to accompany is perfect! I too am obsessed about sewing--I am 71 and have been sewing since school also so your love of sewing sounds so much like mine. Keep doing the videos --they are a BLAST!
I love how your quilt is coming along. Can't wait for the video. I get imposter syndrome too, especially when I just started teaching my trade and feeling inadequate. Doesn't matter how much people tell you you're doing a good job, it still hits you. Your doing an amazing one and I love your videos. Their my Sunday treat. 😁 Thank you.
I loved how you were so honest and thank you for sharing. You are definitely NOT an imposter. I have learned so much from you over the past 3 years. If you told me 3 years ago that I would be obsessed with sewing, I would call you a liar. I can officially brag that I have handmade clothing. 💙 Keep up the amazing work. PS: Interstellar is such a good movie. I talk about it to much. Lol 😆
Hei, you are doing amazing with your business and videos. We are so proud of you! It is a joy to watch your videos and get inspired to do, for example, a quilt for the first time, learn new things about sewing and other things. You are also very big inspiration for us others who are planing to start their own business. You do you and have a great time while doing what ever makes you happy, because it will make us happy too! ^^
I am so happy to have discovered you and your lovely channel. It's a very cosy area of the internet and you have definitely inspired me to take up sewing (I was lucky enough to get one of your sewing kits last time and will be sewing my first ever dress once I pluck up the courage!) - Thank you for all that you do xx
Thank you for another lovely video 😊 and thanks for being so honest in your q&a. I've been feeling imposter syndrome and self doubt so much with my teeny tiny knitting podcast here in TH-cam and just hearing you talk about it made me feel so much better. I'm so happy you share everything you do. I wanted to sew for years and it was your dress pattern that made me finally buy a sewing machine back in 2019. I'm so grateful that you show up and share what you love and continue to spread joy and creative loveliness 😊😊 I miss op shops sooo much. I used to go to them in Auckland and now here in Berlin they're nowhere to be found. I never knew what I had until it was gone haha
A great video as always Janelle - if it brings you joy, keep 'taking up that space', your videos are fab 😊 Your sewing kits seem really popular, so I wouldn't necessarily give those up in favour of ready-made dresses, especially if you enjoy putting them together. Like somebody else commented, you could maybe decide on a pre-set number of dresses that you could comfortably commit to making each season, then maybe make it 'first come, first served' or a 'lottery' system. Either way, only do it if you want to - just because people are asking, it doesn't mean you have to do it! If you decide it's not for you, perhaps you could link in with another Australian maker who does enjoy taking commissions and arrange a referral system? You could even consider an option where they could use your pattern/s (if that's what the customer is requesting) and agree on a small referral/pattern-use fee? Looking forward to the video of the dress you're wearing - love the collar and button placements 😊
On imposter syndrome and teaching...the people who are the best at something are often not the best at teaching. A good teacher is able to empathize with the struggle of their student and encourage them by helping them move beyond their mistakes. I think that's what makes you a good teacher because you know you are still learning and can empathize with other learners who are coming up behind you. Love your channel!
You are absolutely adorable Janelle. If you can make the time, your handmade dresses will fly off the rack. Exclusive slow fashion. Name your price! Good luck.
Oh, and Interstellar is my absolute favourite film. For something completely different, check out Swedish film ‘Border’. Brilliant. All the feels in an alternative non-Hollywood polished blockbuster money spinner. Slow, steady, thoughtful creativity instead. Excellent film.
Thank you for such an open and honest video. You are such a star, I would never have guessed that you feel such pressure from imposter syndrome, you come across as so self assured in your videos ( or for that matter that you suffer from acne, I also spat my morning coffee out hearing that lol! I've always admired your faultless look) , it just goes to show that we're all human and have our own struggles. . You're a real inspiration, thank you
Hello ❤️ Janelle , honestly you have touched my heart ❤️ with your openess and cander, I find watching your space ✨️ a real inspiration ✨️ truly I do , being yourself is what I find interesting, love your creativity ,your video's on you tube I look forward to , I don't have Instagram , I may have to look into that 😊 you have such a lovely way in which you show us what you're doing , so easy going gentle and relaxed ,I love ❤️ it , thankyou xxx I think you should carry on doing what brings You the most joy 😊
I would love a Janelle made dress but I know it would be so much work for you. I do really love your sewing kits as I feel so empowered making my own clothes ❤
One of my favourite things about the weekend is finding a new Rosery Apparel tutorial or Behind the Brand video up on TH-cam to watch. I have learnt a lot so far about sewing from your tutorials and your work inspired me to buy a sewing machine and to have a go at making my own clothes, so thank you! 😊🌻 In terms of selling handmade clothes or sewing kits, I think the sewing kits are a wonderful idea and a great way to inspire your followers and get their creative juices flowing! 💖
I look forward to your videos, thanks so much for making them. I have done three projects inspired by your Rosa pattern, you gave me the confidence to draft my own patterns and try my own hacks and design, thank you for sharing your stories!
You’re incredible and you should feel so proud of the content you create and the unique corner of the internet you’ve created. I have you to thank for being able to wear my own dresses, and your videos are such a treat every week. Thank you for all you do!
Hi Janelle! I’m new to your channel. Just saw this video of your Q&As.. you are a beautiful talented lovely gal. I really like all the dresses you have made, and your tutorials. You are a good teacher, please keep up the good works. We have all been blessed by them. ❤️ I am very glad to have found your site. I will be ordering a pattern soon ☺️
I thoroughly enjoyed this enjoyed this video. It has given me quilt motivation to finish mine, I completed the quilt top and then stopped (that was 2 yrs ago). I love this space that you have created. You are the inspiration for wanting to get into making my own clothes. 😊❤️ See you in your next video!
I loved this video and especially the bit about imposter syndrome! I want to do big scary things but I'm worried I'm not "qualified" enough for them, when really all the qualification I need is that I want to do it! Love your videos, you are an amazing and inspirational sewer! 😁
Hi Janelle out of all my subscriptions you are one of the best. Your videos are clear and understandable. Whatever your content it will be loved by all. Just as an idea, thrift flips are a favorite of mine and it would be lovely to see one occasionally on your channel. xxx
Thank you! That means a lot 🧡 I love thrift flips too and have a few on my channel which you can find here: th-cam.com/play/PL6cBXnc3RaLkHkYpLPpM_zR6wqOTvKBtC.html xx
Another wonderful video, Janelle. 😀 I look forward to every Sunday morning when your video has been loaded onto TH-cam. 😀 You have great style and taste. I look forward to your new pattern being released. 😀
Just wanted to say I have been watching you for a while now. Dont cut yourself short your work is beautiful. If we did not like it or your style we would not be here. I love all the ideas you bring to us. Thank You for being you and for all the work you do.
Aww I really enjoyed this video, it's so great to learn more about you and your journey! I love the idea of both, you making dresses and selling your dress kits, but that is so much work. I am excited to follow along and see what you pick :) Thank you for sharing your content, plans, and goals as it has helped to inspire me to keep at sewing even though my results are not where i'd like them to be...yet! Can't wait for your next upload
Hi Janelle! It was so lovely to hear what you had to say about imposter syndrome. Your words are so encouraging and needed! You are so talented in sewing and video making! You are a part of the reason I started my own business in mural painting. I love how you combine physical creations with film. Thanks for doing what you do.
Janelle, you have no idea how much I love your videos and looking at what you are creating. Two days ago I sewed my first Rosa dress and it turned out so very very cute. I changed it a bit, I made it a sleeveless dress. It was so fun to sew that I headed into Fabricland and bought fabric for two more dresses and I stopped in at a thrift store and bought the most darling sheet. I am nowAlmost finished my second one.
Thank you for being so real 😊 i too teach sewing classes and i pinch myself every class wondering why i am there, and what i have to offer these wonderful people wanting to learn. I have a lot of older students who come in who have been sewing for years beyond me. I finally asked one of the ladies what it was that made them want to come to my classes, she stated that its a beautiful social environment with like minded people and while she does know how to sew, i offer her "new" skills and i often find i come away with "old" skills. I love sharing my passion with the world, continue to share yours too x
Keep up the great work,that you’ve been doing so far. If you find yourself in a bad mood, perhaps this will bring a smile on your face - no matter how dark a day may seem, remember that the sun will rise again tomorrow 💐
I love your videos! Your sewing skills are far above and beyond mine, but you'reso humble. You remind me that even though I may awe at your skills, we are all on a journey. That is the appeal of sewing, for me. There is always something to learn.
Janelle I love love all the dresses you made and wear on all the video - they are my types of dress I would wear and I am 60 years old - but Petite - from you video I am starting to visit our Op shops in Melbourne but they are not as good as what you have in Tassy . Please keep up making video . Thank you so much !!
I absolutely love watching your channel. I'm in SA and we had HomeEc as well, but my Aunty started teaching me how to sew when I was 4. She was an AMAZING seamstress/dressmaker/tailor. I think making dresses to sell in your store would work really well for those who can't sew but would love one of your dresses. 😊xx
I do mostly quilts and at 4’9”, I do most of my own alterations. I think handwork is such a relaxing pleasure. I find your fearlessness and ability to dive in and not be afraid to be an inspiration!
Well I enjoy your videos very much Janelle! Keep doing what you are doing. Moving and living in other countries is great experience. We moved from Aust to New Zealand three years ago and it was the best move. But I have lived in Zambia as a child and England as a teenager so have made moves a few times with my family. Hope you get to try Japan for a move, you will gain so much from your experience.
I started watching you during the beginning of the pandemic, and I am constantly checking to see if you upload a new video...I fell in love with your channel and your persona, thank you so much, sincerely a subscriber from Texas
I am a quilter. At 4’9” I also do most of my own alterations. I HATE making clothing for myself! But I still love your channel. LOL! You inspire me because you seem fearless at the machine and the serger. All the best!
Haya. Great catching up with you. You are always wonderful to watch, from seeing your creations come to life, your warm personality, how you are growing your lovely business & 'sew' much more. . . keep doing what you love, we will be here supporting you along your wonderful journey. Thanku 'sew' much for sharing. x
I hand quilted all the quilts I made. I traced a motif with chalk on my queen bed size 60 times and each one took me an hour to quilt - so 60 hours! Your shirt style collar in this video looks amazing and really suits you Janelle.
Pinch yourself, Janelle. It's definitely real. As someone with a PhD, let me assure you, you only need to know one thing more than someone else to be an expert. I'd suggest sticking with kits. They are so popular there are never enough. I consider your channel speaks to sewing people; we're your fan club and potential customers!
I agree with u on ur sewing slump fixes, I've been knitting, crocheting and sewing and I just rotate between them when I get frustrated with one and it keeps me always creating! When they're all making me crazy though, I'll read a book :)
I love your honesty and unpretentious presentation. You are real and relatable. I think theres a child in all of us that feels it's playing at being an adult sometimes , I guess thats the imposter syndrome. I love your channel.
I loved that back and forth with yourself at the end! You're so cute 😁 If you don't feel like doing a collection, start off small.... When you are doing a dress for yourself for a video, create another one of a kind at the same time and sell that one. Some followers may be thrilled and inspired to own something you made 😊
Love watching all your videos and I don’t even sew! 😁😂 It’s a dream of mine to sew my own wardrobe, though at the moment there are too many obstacles, but it’s so enjoyable to watch you do what you do! You’re so genuine and humble and I think that’s what attracts many of us. Just do what you want to do and I think we’ll all be here for it. As a non-sewer the opportunity to have a dress made by you is very appealing, but the sewing kits are also phenomenal. You should do whichever you prefer, or alternate doing them if you enjoy them both☺️
I enjoy watching your videos (and until the end) even though I’m not into wearing dresses or even the same style as you I get do much out of them. I am hoping to follow my dream to build my channel and start an online store. You are one of the people that inspire me and a fellow Aussie. I’ve never listened to any podcast (nor even know how to start it up), but I’ll check out the one you are in as I love to know more about Australian sewists in today’s world. Thank you.
Loved your Q&A segment Janelle. You provide inspiration and confidence for me to have a go at sewing again. I am currently revamping a blouse with really wide sleeves. I have shirred the sleeve at the elbow and again at the cuff. It looks amazing now. We are all not perfect, but you are worthy. We all are. Go girl, I love your work.🧵🪡Thanks also for your wonderful insirational videos which provide guidence and joy. Warmest wishes. Denise
Op shopping is so fun, I can't beleive how much fabric some of your op shops have. I would definately buy a pre-made if you released them :) :) Love the quilt as well, the darker colours on there blend really well with the lighter colours :) :)
Thank you for making the videos and sharing about the imposter syndrome as it was so encouraging! I personally have learnt so much from your tutorials and made so many dresses that I like a lot! Especially when you share how to pattern hack and provides free templates like the big sleeves and collar that works with your pattern! been following for a couple of years and really enjoyed the videos!
Omgosh.. you are the bee's knees and never forget that! You very much deserve to live your dream. You have a lot of love and fun to share. You are so humble and approachable. You are super kind and you know what I'm talking about! I love you (lol even though we're strangers) and appreciate you so much. Haha, of course we want to listen to what you have to say etc. You are so generous with your time and info etc, I've paid to attend small courses in the past and I can tell you that I honestly didn't learn much and pretty much felt ignored. You should do what you feel comfortable with always and without feeling any pressure but I'm sure we'd all love to own something made by Janelle from Rosery Apparel. Hahaha "a bit Janelle-ish".. I totally get what they mean and love that!!! Much love to you xxx 🌸🌸🌸
You’re funny and sweet. Why would anyone want to hear what you have to say? Well, so far, there are some 338,000 of us who joyfully tune in to see you make beautiful items, cleverly thrift flip, and share your lovely space and self with us! It’s always a delight when a new video comes up! Thank you indeed for sharing what you’ve learned with us! It’s inspiring!
I cut up my husband’s business shirts (he’s retired now and didn’t need them) and I made a patchwork quilt from them. I hand sewed the entire thing.
Cute! How long did it take you to quilt it by hand?
@@RoseryApparel 10 weeks of pretty solid work. I loved doing it. My husband thought it was fantastic.
I love that you “take up space”. It’s empowered me to take up space of my own in my own little way, too.
Thank you Janelle. Just keep on being you please. You're an inspiration to many people. I so look forward to seeing you and being part of your sewing journey 🏵️
Behind the Brand videos are some of my faves! Thank you for being so honest and vulnerable in this video.
I think you should open up a limited number of commissions maybe every season? That way you're not too overwhelmed and those who really want to purchase a handmade dress from you will have the opportunity to ♥️
I agree! I think that would be helpful for her.
That’s a really good idea!
@@RoseryApparel Not me fangirling cuz you responded to my comment 🥹❤️
That sounds like a sensible balance. Dressmaking good but all the rest helps you to expand which you have been doing very successfully.
I just wanted to say, I don't really care if you're the best at what you do or not, I love the way you explain and show us what you're doing. I think you're really good at what you do but I think your super strength is "teaching", you are super clear, super easy to follow and you're definitely super inspiring! I know it will take more than one comment on your video to combat the imposter syndrome but yeah I love your videos and I'm always looking forward to watching them! Oh and to answer your question at the beginning, I think a sewing kit/pattern is always better than buying already handmade clothes, because again teaching others how to do things is the best gift you can give us :) but well that's just my opinion ^^
Something I learned when I dove into daily sewing - 4-6 hours of sewing a day during the pandemic, was that you can get burnt out pretty quickly. After making and donating nearly 3000 face masks for vulnerable communities, I lost my sew mojo. My step mom suggested I try quilting instead, and that really helped me to get my sewing energy back. I really enjoy finding patterns and fabrics to make the patterns pop. I also started making my own clothes. So having a couple of different sewing outlets to switch back and forth to kept my sewing mojo. What really exhausted me at the end of last year was being told by literally everyone to SELL everything I make and also to make this, and make that, and this. Being told your passionate ‘hobby’ should make you money is not a positive cheer for sure. I was so overwhelmed and I over committed myself. By the end of the December holiday event season I completely lost my sewing mojo again. So my advice to you, and you’ve been professionally sewing for a lot longer than I have, is to just do what gives you joy and what you’re passionate about. And if sewing up a group of dresses to sell is a lot of pressure before you’ve even started the project, it might not be a good project t to take on at the moment. Your TH-cam channel is so inspiring to me and I love your aesthetic and that you don’t pressure yourself to be 💯 on trend with everything. Gravitate to what makes you happy, fulfilled, and helps you keep sewing as a joyful practice. 💕 🧵 🪡 💕
I don’t knit but I do crochet. Along with choosing patterns and fabric that mirror my changing fashion choices I am collecting crochet patterns and yarn to incorporate into my wardrobe. Thank you so much for the inspiration!
I love how your choices included a wide variety of pinks. It’s my favorite color.
I love the sewing kits, but I sew. I think for those who don’t the option of having your patterns sewn by you is a lovely choice.
Love Billy Joel as well. A friend took me to a concert once, a very long time ago. It was super stellar. If you have the opportunity go. He is amazing live.
Regarding the last question of the Q&A, I'd like to point out that you're doing so much more than teaching people how to sew. I, for example, get very inspired by people who create, and when I see someone start and finish a project, it motivates me to go finish stuff that I started and abandoned a while back. In addition, like many others, I admire the fact that you know you style and that has motivated me to work towards a more cohesive wardrobe, even though my style and my colour palette are very different. I also like the style of your videos, the way you present and explain things. Not to mention the fact that I get small glimpses into life across the globe, which is also very cool. Watching your latest video on a weekend morning while I sip my coffee is a tradition now and I'm not even following your tutorials yet (still very much a beginner in terms of sewing). Thanks for all of this :)
You are so charming. I enjoy watching your video's and taking a break from the outside world and getting creative inspiration. Imposter ? not at all, more like a lovely friend who genuinely gifted with a lot to offer!
Hey Janelle, I love your channel and I love watching you sew. You have inspired me so much, please never stop what you're doing because it's amazing!
Your untidy sewing space is still wayyyyy cleaner than my mess of a craft room 🤣🤣
You are such a delight Janelle! Imposter Syndrome is totally normal as you say - but yes keep taking up the space you need because it is so nice for casual sewists like myself to hop on youtube and see you have posted another inspiring and calming video to have on in the background while we work!
Aw thank you! Means a lot 🧡
After following your videos I am now a thrift shop girl and love hunting for fabrics not so much ready made clothes but love bedding and tablecloths I find them great for testing out patterns. X
My artist friend Sue calls me the Queen of tertiary colours. I used to wear black and purple but now its Autumn tones all the way.
Janelle, you are a bright , intelligent and talented woman. Congratulations and keep up your good work. ❤️❤️
I did watch to the end.. as always! Don’t stop doing what you love and are so good at.. we all enjoy everything you put out on TH-cam 🥰
I think 'impostor syndrome' is part of the process for every humble, creative, imaginative and ambitious person. It’s partly that we imagine that others doing successfully what we want to achieve somehow feel super calm and confident about it all the time which is a big assumption.
I think it’s best to just accept the feeling and ride out it out, knowing that it’s about the effort and the work (and that frankly many lazier and less talented people do very well for all kinds of reasons unrelated to knowledge and ability, e.g. inherited money or nepotism).
Anyway, I think all your work output is interesting and wonderful, plus the way you’re able to invite others into it, communicate and teach, are incredible talents on top of your manual arts talents. Please keep pursuing and developing your interests and sharing them as you do!
You are such an inspiration. So wise and such a lovely person overall. It's a pleasure to get to know you via your videos. I come here not only because of the sewing even though that what drew me in initially but I stayed for the person that you are. Thank you. Oh and Pachinko was such a great book. I loved it :)
Janelle you are a lovely young lady and you inspire me with your beautiful items that you make. Loved your Q&A Janelle. The world is a much better place for you being in it. Don't ever think "your space" isn't deserved huni. Keep doing your thing and keep lighting up our screens with that lovely smile and that personality that is "you".
Sending love from Michelle Uk 😊
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This is soo lovely 😭😭 Thanks so much Michelle xx
You are so inspiring. You hv a brilliant sense of color. You also have a delightful fashion sense. I can’t believe you are so far away. I live in NYC in America and I think I’d so enjoy spending time with you in your lovely sewing room. 😍😔👍😉
Janelle I thoroughly enjoyed this video. Thank you for sharing so much about yourself and just to let you know, you are soo special and really do make a difference in my life.
Your tutorials are so calming and inspiring. Wishing you and hubby all the best with your future endeavours. Keep up the good work. Remain blessed xxx
Your videos are superb! I would listen SOLELY for your sweet accent but its a real perk to watch you sew. They music you use to accompany is perfect! I too am obsessed about sewing--I am 71 and have been sewing since school also so your love of sewing sounds so much like mine. Keep doing the videos --they are a BLAST!
I love how your quilt is coming along. Can't wait for the video. I get imposter syndrome too, especially when I just started teaching my trade and feeling inadequate. Doesn't matter how much people tell you you're doing a good job, it still hits you. Your doing an amazing one and I love your videos. Their my Sunday treat. 😁 Thank you.
Yes, it sure does! Talking about it is good though as we realise we are not alone in feeling this way 😊 Thanks so much for such a lovely comment 🧡 x
So nice to see you making a quilt. It's beautiful! 🌟
You should do more sit-down videos, I feel like I learned so much about you in this video.
I learn so much from you! And I was surprised when I realized recently that I wasn't subscribed because I've watched you for a while. Keep sewing!
Thanks for watching and following along x
I’m so jealous of the choice of fabric in the op shops! Would have purchased that yellow with the roses from you in a heartbeat.
A lot of people say this! Tassie op-shops are the best 😄
I loved how you were so honest and thank you for sharing. You are definitely NOT an imposter. I have learned so much from you over the past 3 years. If you told me 3 years ago that I would be obsessed with sewing, I would call you a liar. I can officially brag that I have handmade clothing. 💙 Keep up the amazing work.
PS: Interstellar is such a good movie. I talk about it to much. Lol 😆
I love hearing this Annice! Thanks for sharing and for all of your support 🧡
Hei, you are doing amazing with your business and videos. We are so proud of you! It is a joy to watch your videos and get inspired to do, for example, a quilt for the first time, learn new things about sewing and other things. You are also very big inspiration for us others who are planing to start their own business. You do you and have a great time while doing what ever makes you happy, because it will make us happy too! ^^
Seeing this a year later after you’ve been to Japan and am totally saying YAY for you :)
I am so happy to have discovered you and your lovely channel. It's a very cosy area of the internet and you have definitely inspired me to take up sewing (I was lucky enough to get one of your sewing kits last time and will be sewing my first ever dress once I pluck up the courage!) - Thank you for all that you do xx
Aw thank you! I’m so glad that you think it’s a cosy area of the internet 🧡 You’re so welcome, and thank you for purchasing one of my kits! xx
Thankyou I love watching your videos. I would love to see some dresses with scooped or v necks and sleeveless too as I live in the tropics…
My Daisy and Willow patterns are V neck, and the Daisy, Rosa, and Hazel dress patterns are sleeveless/have sleeveless options 😊
You are more than "ok". You are excellent! 🌟
Thank you for another lovely video 😊 and thanks for being so honest in your q&a. I've been feeling imposter syndrome and self doubt so much with my teeny tiny knitting podcast here in TH-cam and just hearing you talk about it made me feel so much better. I'm so happy you share everything you do.
I wanted to sew for years and it was your dress pattern that made me finally buy a sewing machine back in 2019. I'm so grateful that you show up and share what you love and continue to spread joy and creative loveliness 😊😊
I miss op shops sooo much. I used to go to them in Auckland and now here in Berlin they're nowhere to be found. I never knew what I had until it was gone haha
A great video as always Janelle - if it brings you joy, keep 'taking up that space', your videos are fab 😊 Your sewing kits seem really popular, so I wouldn't necessarily give those up in favour of ready-made dresses, especially if you enjoy putting them together. Like somebody else commented, you could maybe decide on a pre-set number of dresses that you could comfortably commit to making each season, then maybe make it 'first come, first served' or a 'lottery' system. Either way, only do it if you want to - just because people are asking, it doesn't mean you have to do it! If you decide it's not for you, perhaps you could link in with another Australian maker who does enjoy taking commissions and arrange a referral system? You could even consider an option where they could use your pattern/s (if that's what the customer is requesting) and agree on a small referral/pattern-use fee? Looking forward to the video of the dress you're wearing - love the collar and button placements 😊
I love your space on TH-cam.🇨🇦❤️Keep doing what you do so well
On imposter syndrome and teaching...the people who are the best at something are often not the best at teaching. A good teacher is able to empathize with the struggle of their student and encourage them by helping them move beyond their mistakes. I think that's what makes you a good teacher because you know you are still learning and can empathize with other learners who are coming up behind you. Love your channel!
This video gave me so much peace and happiness♥️
Thank you for being so open, honest and brave!
You deserve everything that you've worked so hard for!
Aw thank you! 🧡
You are absolutely adorable Janelle.
If you can make the time, your handmade dresses will fly off the rack. Exclusive slow fashion. Name your price! Good luck.
Oh, and Interstellar is my absolute favourite film.
For something completely different, check out Swedish film ‘Border’. Brilliant. All the feels in an alternative non-Hollywood polished blockbuster money spinner. Slow, steady, thoughtful creativity instead. Excellent film.
Thank you for such an open and honest video. You are such a star, I would never have guessed that you feel such pressure from imposter syndrome, you come across as so self assured in your videos ( or for that matter that you suffer from acne, I also spat my morning coffee out hearing that lol! I've always admired your faultless look) , it just goes to show that we're all human and have our own struggles. .
You're a real inspiration, thank you
Absolutely! Thanks lovely xx
Hello ❤️ Janelle , honestly you have touched my heart ❤️ with your openess and cander, I find watching your space ✨️ a real inspiration ✨️ truly I do , being yourself is what I find interesting, love your creativity ,your video's on you tube I look forward to , I don't have Instagram , I may have to look into that 😊 you have such a lovely way in which you show us what you're doing , so easy going gentle and relaxed ,I love ❤️ it , thankyou xxx
I think you should carry on doing what brings You the most joy 😊
I would love a Janelle made dress but I know it would be so much work for you. I do really love your sewing kits as I feel so empowered making my own clothes ❤
You have great taste and your channel is informative, lovely, and awesome. 💖
One of my favourite things about the weekend is finding a new Rosery Apparel tutorial or Behind the Brand video up on TH-cam to watch. I have learnt a lot so far about sewing from your tutorials and your work inspired me to buy a sewing machine and to have a go at making my own clothes, so thank you! 😊🌻
In terms of selling handmade clothes or sewing kits, I think the sewing kits are a wonderful idea and a great way to inspire your followers and get their creative juices flowing! 💖
Aww thank you!! That’s so nice to hear 😄
I just love watching your channel! Every Sunday I'm so happy to get to the new video, the job you do is amazing! Love from Brazil ❤️❤️
I look forward to your videos, thanks so much for making them. I have done three projects inspired by your Rosa pattern, you gave me the confidence to draft my own patterns and try my own hacks and design, thank you for sharing your stories!
Love hearing this!! Thanks for sharing x
Thank you for you content, Janelle! 😊 I thoroughly enjoy 😊
You are such a genuine person ☺️ thank you for being you 😉
Aw thanks so much! 😊
You’re incredible and you should feel so proud of the content you create and the unique corner of the internet you’ve created. I have you to thank for being able to wear my own dresses, and your videos are such a treat every week. Thank you for all you do!
Hi Janelle! I’m new to your channel. Just saw this video of your Q&As.. you are a beautiful talented lovely gal. I really like all the dresses you have made, and your tutorials. You are a good teacher, please keep up the good works. We have all been blessed by them. ❤️ I am very glad to have found your site. I will be ordering a pattern soon ☺️
I thoroughly enjoyed this enjoyed this video. It has given me quilt motivation to finish mine, I completed the quilt top and then stopped (that was 2 yrs ago). I love this space that you have created. You are the inspiration for wanting to get into making my own clothes. 😊❤️ See you in your next video!
I loved this video and especially the bit about imposter syndrome! I want to do big scary things but I'm worried I'm not "qualified" enough for them, when really all the qualification I need is that I want to do it! Love your videos, you are an amazing and inspirational sewer! 😁
Hi Janelle out of all my subscriptions you are one of the best. Your videos are clear and understandable. Whatever your content it will be loved by all. Just as an idea, thrift flips are a favorite of mine and it would be lovely to see one occasionally on your channel. xxx
Thank you! That means a lot 🧡 I love thrift flips too and have a few on my channel which you can find here: th-cam.com/play/PL6cBXnc3RaLkHkYpLPpM_zR6wqOTvKBtC.html xx
I desperatly need a tutorial on that quilt!!!! You're amazing!!!
Aw thanks! I’m having so much fun making it 😍
Another wonderful video, Janelle. 😀
I look forward to every Sunday morning when your video has been loaded onto TH-cam. 😀
You have great style and taste. I look forward to your new pattern being released. 😀
Thank you so much lovely, that means a lot 🧡🧡
I think you are awesome, thanks for being vulnerable. Keep up the great content 🥰
Thank you 🧡
Good afternoon from Lisbon..Portugal...continuing to love your videos..thank you.x
Thanks for watching lovely! 🧡
Just wanted to say I have been watching you for a while now. Dont cut yourself short your work is beautiful. If we did not like it or your style we would not be here. I love all the ideas you bring to us. Thank You for being you and for all the work you do.
Loved this video more then the other because of the last bit wear you were tell us about you. Loved learning a little more about you! ¡!! 💜
Aww I really enjoyed this video, it's so great to learn more about you and your journey! I love the idea of both, you making dresses and selling your dress kits, but that is so much work. I am excited to follow along and see what you pick :) Thank you for sharing your content, plans, and goals as it has helped to inspire me to keep at sewing even though my results are not where i'd like them to be...yet! Can't wait for your next upload
Love you, Janelle 🥰!!
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You’ve been such a huge inspiration to me, Janelle! Got me into sewing and even YT 💗 your creativity and drive has an impact!
Thank you so much for saying so lovely! 🧡
Hi Janelle! It was so lovely to hear what you had to say about imposter syndrome. Your words are so encouraging and needed! You are so talented in sewing and video making! You are a part of the reason I started my own business in mural painting. I love how you combine physical creations with film. Thanks for doing what you do.
Janelle, you have no idea how much I love your videos and looking at what you are creating. Two days ago I sewed my first Rosa dress and it turned out so very very cute. I changed it a bit, I made it a sleeveless dress. It was so fun to sew that I headed into Fabricland and bought fabric for two more dresses and I stopped in at a thrift store and bought the most darling sheet. I am nowAlmost finished my second one.
Thank you for being so real 😊 i too teach sewing classes and i pinch myself every class wondering why i am there, and what i have to offer these wonderful people wanting to learn. I have a lot of older students who come in who have been sewing for years beyond me. I finally asked one of the ladies what it was that made them want to come to my classes, she stated that its a beautiful social environment with like minded people and while she does know how to sew, i offer her "new" skills and i often find i come away with "old" skills. I love sharing my passion with the world, continue to share yours too x
Keep up the great work,that you’ve been doing so far.
If you find yourself in a bad mood, perhaps this will bring a smile on your face - no matter how dark a day may seem, remember that the sun will rise again tomorrow 💐
I love your videos! Your sewing skills are far above and beyond mine, but you'reso humble. You remind me that even though I may awe at your skills, we are all on a journey. That is the appeal of sewing, for me. There is always something to learn.
Janelle I love love all the dresses you made and wear on all the video - they are my types of dress I would wear and I am 60 years old - but Petite - from you video I am starting to visit our Op shops in Melbourne but they are not as good as what you have in Tassy . Please keep up making video . Thank you so much !!
I absolutely love watching your channel. I'm in SA and we had HomeEc as well, but my Aunty started teaching me how to sew when I was 4. She was an AMAZING seamstress/dressmaker/tailor. I think making dresses to sell in your store would work really well for those who can't sew but would love one of your dresses. 😊xx
I do mostly quilts and at 4’9”, I do most of my own alterations. I think handwork is such a relaxing pleasure. I find your fearlessness and ability to dive in and not be afraid to be an inspiration!
I would love to buy one of your dresses as I don't seem to have the patience for sewing but I love your designs :)
Love what you share and do,because you are passionate, genuine, inspiring and true. Thank you x
Well I enjoy your videos very much Janelle! Keep doing what you are doing. Moving and living in other countries is great experience. We moved from Aust to New Zealand three years ago and it was the best move. But I have lived in Zambia as a child and England as a teenager so have made moves a few times with my family. Hope you get to try Japan for a move, you will gain so much from your experience.
Thanks for the encouragement! Im both excited and terrified by the idea, but I know it’s going to be an amazing experience 😄
Thanks for such a lovely personal vid. You are so talented and an incredible inspiration…don’t ever think otherwise. XX
I started watching you during the beginning of the pandemic, and I am constantly checking to see if you upload a new video...I fell in love with your channel and your persona, thank you so much, sincerely a subscriber from Texas
Thank you so much for following along 🧡
I am a quilter. At 4’9” I also do most of my own alterations. I HATE making clothing for myself! But I still love your channel. LOL! You inspire me because you seem fearless at the machine and the serger. All the best!
Haya. Great catching up with you. You are always wonderful to watch, from seeing your creations come to life, your warm personality, how you are growing your lovely business & 'sew' much more. . . keep doing what you love, we will be here supporting you along your wonderful journey. Thanku 'sew' much for sharing. x
I hand quilted all the quilts I made. I traced a motif with chalk on my queen bed size 60 times and each one took me an hour to quilt - so 60 hours! Your shirt style collar in this video looks amazing and really suits you Janelle.
If I’m honest whichever is good with me I’d love to have a dress made by you but if it’s a lot of work for you then I’d still love the sewing kits xx
Pinch yourself, Janelle. It's definitely real.
As someone with a PhD, let me assure you, you only need to know one thing more than someone else to be an expert.
I'd suggest sticking with kits. They are so popular there are never enough. I consider your channel speaks to sewing people; we're your fan club and potential customers!
I agree with u on ur sewing slump fixes, I've been knitting, crocheting and sewing and I just rotate between them when I get frustrated with one and it keeps me always creating! When they're all making me crazy though, I'll read a book :)
I love your honesty and unpretentious presentation. You are real and relatable. I think theres a child in all of us that feels it's playing at being an adult sometimes , I guess thats the imposter syndrome. I love your channel.
I just wanted to say, that I love your channel, I learnt quite a lot from you, and I feel inspired by your style.
Yes! I’d love a Janelle made dress.
I loved that back and forth with yourself at the end! You're so cute 😁 If you don't feel like doing a collection, start off small.... When you are doing a dress for yourself for a video, create another one of a kind at the same time and sell that one. Some followers may be thrilled and inspired to own something you made 😊
Your comments on taking up space are really helpful to hear ❤️
I love what you said about imposter syndrome and how there is space for everyone ❤️
Congratulations on the podcast hope it went well.
Gorgeous quilt! I think your DIY dress packs are a wonderful idea
Love watching all your videos and I don’t even sew! 😁😂 It’s a dream of mine to sew my own wardrobe, though at the moment there are too many obstacles, but it’s so enjoyable to watch you do what you do! You’re so genuine and humble and I think that’s what attracts many of us. Just do what you want to do and I think we’ll all be here for it. As a non-sewer the opportunity to have a dress made by you is very appealing, but the sewing kits are also phenomenal. You should do whichever you prefer, or alternate doing them if you enjoy them both☺️
Oh yes please I would be utterly interested in this new sewing pattern! And I would prefer a sewing kit ! 🥰🙋🏻♀️💗
I enjoy watching your videos (and until the end) even though I’m not into wearing dresses or even the same style as you I get do much out of them. I am hoping to follow my dream to build my channel and start an online store. You are one of the people that inspire me and a fellow Aussie. I’ve never listened to any podcast (nor even know how to start it up), but I’ll check out the one you are in as I love to know more about Australian sewists in today’s world. Thank you.
Loved your Q&A segment Janelle. You provide inspiration and confidence for me to have a go at sewing again. I am currently revamping a blouse with really wide sleeves. I have shirred the sleeve at the elbow and again at the cuff. It looks amazing now. We are all not perfect, but you are worthy. We all are. Go girl, I love your work.🧵🪡Thanks also for your wonderful insirational videos which provide guidence and joy. Warmest wishes. Denise
Thanks so much for your kind words Denise! It really means a lot 🧡
I've been listening to the same podcast too. Ive been needing one to listen to while I do boring computer work. I look forward to yours coming out.
Op shopping is so fun, I can't beleive how much fabric some of your op shops have. I would definately buy a pre-made if you released them :) :) Love the quilt as well, the darker colours on there blend really well with the lighter colours :) :)
Thank you for making the videos and sharing about the imposter syndrome as it was so encouraging! I personally have learnt so much from your tutorials and made so many dresses that I like a lot! Especially when you share how to pattern hack and provides free templates like the big sleeves and collar that works with your pattern! been following for a couple of years and really enjoyed the videos!
Omgosh.. you are the bee's knees and never forget that! You very much deserve to live your dream. You have a lot of love and fun to share. You are so humble and approachable.
You are super kind and you know what I'm talking about! I love you (lol even though we're strangers) and appreciate you so much. Haha, of course we want to listen to what you have to say etc. You are so generous with your time and info etc, I've paid to attend small courses in the past and I can tell you that I honestly didn't learn much and pretty much felt ignored. You should do what you feel comfortable with always and without feeling any pressure but I'm sure we'd all love to own something made by Janelle from Rosery Apparel. Hahaha "a bit Janelle-ish".. I totally get what they mean and love that!!! Much love to you xxx 🌸🌸🌸
Aww thanks so much Sonia! This was so lovely to read 🧡😘😘