The matte vs shiny thread is one of those things that you as the artist will really notice but that we as the consumer will not. I think you should go for it
Plus Madeira clearly does not care about customer retention. Their service doesn’t work for Baylee and they refuse to do anything about it. It would be better to move on.
Saying "if this vlog is short" in the intro made me check the time (came straight from twitter and wasn't paying attention) and wow, what a short vlog indeed! 😂😂
Baylee, it’s great you got the air purifier, but don’t forget to give that thing room to breath. I don’t know if it came with placement directions, but it looks like the intake is on the front and the air blows out the top; which is usual. This means you are limiting it by placing it under the desk, especially less than two feet below something. They work best up against a wall, but at least need a few feet above the fan to circulate air. That’s how they move all the lint and dust particles around the room and clean the air. If you could either side wall in front of the embroidery machines might work or the opposite wall. If needed, on top of the desk would actually be better than under the desk. If there is no other location move it out from under the desk and just have it next to the desk; and if possible put a flat board or something on that side of the desk to help push air flow up like a short wall. Think of it like your filming lights. If you attach one under the desk facing towards the underside of the desk it’s lighting will be very limited. Whereas if you place it in an open area on the wall or on the desk against the wall it will bounce light off multiple surfaces and light the room rather than a small piece of the room. Also, might want to check the computers’ fans too and see about lint in there so you don’t get into any tech issues.
- The Luna Moth note pad looks great, I like the darker color page. - I honestly don't mind the new thread, personally the shine doesn't bother me. Maybe running more samples would give you a better idea of how they'll perform. - Have you ever thought of getting a basic tablet or an old phone to manage all of your smart devices? That would free up space on your phone and give you a centralized location for your home devices. It doesn't even need a phone plan, you can just use WiFi. - The warehouse organization looks good, and your villain laugh when you found the packed clutches was too funny. 😂😂
I say go for the new thread. Maybe the thread was more shiny cause it was stitched tighter? But either way, from what you showed, it looks super nice! And just speaking from the colours? The Shadowberries look incredible in the darker colours! So halloweeny!
Fun fact : you have the same washer and dryer as my mom and I do! Also, suggestion : sell good embroidery from BADLY messed up sweaters as patches instead of making them separately 🧵
Honestly, the average consumer doesn’t care about sheen vs matte thread. And remember, your preference isn’t necessarily the same as everyone else! I really like the sheen, it gives it a nice dimension. My opinion is the matte one looks flat and a bit dull in comparison but it might be different in real life 🤷🏻♀️
Baylee, I personally love the sheen, I love the purple, I’m not sure anyone is going to rub up the designs quite as extreme… please design something with the purple, maybe the witch hat… OMG IF I COULD BEG, I WOULD! Haha maybe witch hat for October PLEEEEEEEAAAAAASSSSEEE ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
I understand when it comes to your art, you want things to be perfect, but you're definitely overthinking the thread lol. Consumers don't notice half of the details artists put into things. Not that it's an excuse to be slack on the details, ofc. But yeah, don't stress yourself out over thread.
The midna drawing is soooo cute omg 💕 also I agree that the shiny thread was pretty cute! maybe try it with the real colors you would use for one of the design? to make a closer comparison. and then decide from there!
Always excited seeing a new upload 🩷🩷 glad the executive (and clearly the better) decision was made on the thread company bc medira was getting on my nerves for you 😂😂
Btw you just look so lovely in this video Baylee!❤ Especially in the light green you wore on the beginning, it contrasted so nicely with your hair and makeup! 🥰🌷
AHHHHH I LOVED HOFAS so much 😍 I had to stay off socials cause of all the leaks and I didn’t want to spoilers and then I read it in a day hehe hope you enjoyed it! ❤
Even though I'm still quite a bit behind, I like the matte and shiny looks, I say go for it you can always change stitching to reduce the shine if you don't like it, but I myself like the look of both, and like you were saying you could use it for certain designs instead of matte for them all...
i really understand your dilemma if its like a decor piece it needs to be out and like trying to find somewhere to put it lol i have a lot of interests and i am a hardcore collector for a few franchises but i just cant fit out everything i own now unfortunately so i did decide to limit myself to one storage box (its like about the size of one of the fabric cube shelf boxes if you know what i mean) of things that i dont have on display and over time i have been able to let go of more things that get put into the box lol and i've also limited what i am able to bring into my collection to prevent even more stuff i dont know what to do withlol but i am a maximalist :')
Not sure if its available in you country, but in all my commercial embroidery jobs, we've always sworn by KingStar threads. the colour selection is amazing. On my personal embroidery machine, the Madiera threads caused problems, but the KingStar threads ran wonderfully. Additionally, after accidentally snipping too many garments removing the backing fabric, I found that you can hold the edge of the embroidery, and tear the backing off... even the "Cutaway" ones. I just support the edge of the embroidery as I tear. I've not lost another garment to stabilizer removal.
I *just* got into the Sarah Maas books (I'm a terrible reader...but) I remember you reading the Court of Thorns & Roses book. My sister started reading it as well so now I've started too. I have so much catching up to do! 😅
I know you don’t need to be told this, but I’ve recently reminded myself that as an artist, we shouldn’t be too hard on ourselves when we change things up from the references. We’re artists, not copiers. We’re allowed some artistic freedom, even if it was accidental. 😅 And in reality, most people won’t see the reference side by side. So what do they know. 😊
I personally enjoy the shiny thread, I don't think it looks cheap or weird, rather it does give the design more dimension! Others mentioned this but I definitely agree that it's probably what you're seeing as the artist yourself vs what a consumer is going to see. I don't think consumers are really going to care all that much over if the thread is slightly more shiny vs if it's matte as long as they have a good quality product from you!
I've been so excited for cc3 that I entirely forgot that it's been TWO YEARS since I read house of sky and breath so now my plan is to reread the first two books and then read cc3 so basically im avoiding most of social media for the next month because sjm books are the most spoiled books of all time
I prefer the shiny... it looks more new... 😂... I prefer the new treath over the mideira to be honest. The pros are overwhelming the cons... And the sheen is not that bad is it? I wouldnt mind. But I don't wear sweaters so I should probably shut up... 😂😂😂❤❤❤
Sounds like you all need a needle threader like seamstress' and cross stirchers use.... stick ot through the needle head. Thread through it and pull. Perfectly threaded needle every time
I’m just like Christian haha. I always have to have my headphones off one ear lol, idk for me it’s a sensory thing, it feels uncomfortable not being able to hear whats going on around me lol
As a consumer, I would never look that closely nor really care if the thread was shiny 🤷🏻♀️ some ppl may, but I wouldn’t. As long as it’s intact & durable, I’m good :). I personally like the new thread. ESP with how many issues you’ve had with the one company & the shipping woes. This is just my 2 cents, so it isn’t worth much. 🤣🫶🏼 Also, that small round necklace you were wearing while scrubbing the sweater (lol) is really really cute!
You need a needle threader. It’s a little gadget, small like a seam ripper, and should be easy to find at any sewing shop. It just has a loop of thin wire that you just put through the needle hole, lay the tread in, pull it back through and the thread goes through easily.
Ooo, I'll look into that for sure! EDIT: I looked in my seeing kit, and I have a couple! But the wire does not fit through the eye. The eyes are super tiny. 😣
Matte thread looks more boutique than sheen which is all over the mass market. As the creator, always go with what you feel is right otherwise you'll lose a sense of pride in selling it.
The matte vs shiny thread is one of those things that you as the artist will really notice but that we as the consumer will not. I think you should go for it
Same thing I was thinking. I actually really liked the way the leaves looked. If everything else is better, I would absolutely say to go for it!
@@timainwhitewolfsame, I think the shine gave the art a bit more dimension
I disagree 🫣 I feel like the shiny look makes it look cheaper/ mass produced. But to each their own
Plus Madeira clearly does not care about customer retention. Their service doesn’t work for Baylee and they refuse to do anything about it. It would be better to move on.
At the end of the day, it's all about whether or not sales at least break even.
Saying "if this vlog is short" in the intro made me check the time (came straight from twitter and wasn't paying attention) and wow, what a short vlog indeed! 😂😂
I had to sacrifice the Wednesday stream to get a full vlog. 😆
@@BayleeJae worth it imo. I'm glad it was just for content, i was a little worried when i saw that tweet
Baylee, it’s great you got the air purifier, but don’t forget to give that thing room to breath. I don’t know if it came with placement directions, but it looks like the intake is on the front and the air blows out the top; which is usual. This means you are limiting it by placing it under the desk, especially less than two feet below something. They work best up against a wall, but at least need a few feet above the fan to circulate air. That’s how they move all the lint and dust particles around the room and clean the air. If you could either side wall in front of the embroidery machines might work or the opposite wall. If needed, on top of the desk would actually be better than under the desk. If there is no other location move it out from under the desk and just have it next to the desk; and if possible put a flat board or something on that side of the desk to help push air flow up like a short wall.
Think of it like your filming lights. If you attach one under the desk facing towards the underside of the desk it’s lighting will be very limited. Whereas if you place it in an open area on the wall or on the desk against the wall it will bounce light off multiple surfaces and light the room rather than a small piece of the room.
Also, might want to check the computers’ fans too and see about lint in there so you don’t get into any tech issues.
- The Luna Moth note pad looks great, I like the darker color page.
- I honestly don't mind the new thread, personally the shine doesn't bother me. Maybe running more samples would give you a better idea of how they'll perform.
- Have you ever thought of getting a basic tablet or an old phone to manage all of your smart devices? That would free up space on your phone and give you a centralized location for your home devices. It doesn't even need a phone plan, you can just use WiFi.
- The warehouse organization looks good, and your villain laugh when you found the packed clutches was too funny. 😂😂
They make thread wax, primarily used for hand sewing. Can try that to see if it’s helpful for threading
Came to say the same 😂
I actually love the dimension the shine gives
Yes Tuesday Baylee, this vlog is soooooo short 😂😂,
I prefer the touch of shiny. It looks more like embroidery when you can see the light hitting the different stiches in different ways!
I say go for the new thread.
Maybe the thread was more shiny cause it was stitched tighter?
But either way, from what you showed, it looks super nice!
And just speaking from the colours?
The Shadowberries look incredible in the darker colours! So halloweeny!
Shine is always appreciated.
Fun fact : you have the same washer and dryer as my mom and I do!
Also, suggestion : sell good embroidery from BADLY messed up sweaters as patches instead of making them separately 🧵
Honestly, the average consumer doesn’t care about sheen vs matte thread.
And remember, your preference isn’t necessarily the same as everyone else!
I really like the sheen, it gives it a nice dimension. My opinion is the matte one looks flat and a bit dull in comparison but it might be different in real life 🤷🏻♀️
Baylee, I personally love the sheen, I love the purple, I’m not sure anyone is going to rub up the designs quite as extreme… please design something with the purple, maybe the witch hat… OMG IF I COULD BEG, I WOULD! Haha maybe witch hat for October PLEEEEEEEAAAAAASSSSEEE ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
Gothberry is cute
I can't get over how many products you have now! 😍 You've done amazing and it's been so lovely watching your business grow ❤
Love the sheen much more than the matte. It give so much dimension
Ahhh sitting with a coffee in a cozy setting watching a Baylee vlog. This is the life 😊
I quite like the sheen!! I also like the “negative” appearance of the strawberries!!
The Midna art was too cute 🥺🥺🥺
I don't mind the shine either. Since the price will be significantly less, go for the shine. Love Midna's portrait!
I understand when it comes to your art, you want things to be perfect, but you're definitely overthinking the thread lol. Consumers don't notice half of the details artists put into things. Not that it's an excuse to be slack on the details, ofc. But yeah, don't stress yourself out over thread.
I’m definitely more of a matte thread fan but both are very pretty!
I know the Midna art was just for fun but I would absolutely love that as a print!! 💕
And I love the sheen. It makes it more interesting.
I love being able to see what's in your sketchbook, the Midna illustration is stunning! Have fun increasing your embroidery portfolio too. 🖤
I love the way the new thread samples give a more 3D effect. It looks more interesting without you having to use a second colour. ❤
Doesn’t matter the temperature every vlog I watch I wear my sweater!! It’s a must!! 🍓❤
I feel like the strawberries look better in matte but I think the luna moth would look great in the shiny thread!
That purple thread is GORGEOUS!
I personally love the shiny
I love the sheen
The midna drawing is soooo cute omg 💕 also I agree that the shiny thread was pretty cute! maybe try it with the real colors you would use for one of the design? to make a closer comparison. and then decide from there!
The Midna illustration turned out so cute!!!
Always excited seeing a new upload 🩷🩷 glad the executive (and clearly the better) decision was made on the thread company bc medira was getting on my nerves for you 😂😂
Awwww midna! So adorable
Love the drawing of Midna 🥰
8:13 auto generated subtitles said heat breast pillows and I had to do a rewind just to make sure I wasn’t reading/hearing things. 😂
I like the mint green after seeing it in those other 2 illustrations!
Btw you just look so lovely in this video Baylee!❤ Especially in the light green you wore on the beginning, it contrasted so nicely with your hair and makeup! 🥰🌷
Thank you! 😊
AHHHHH I LOVED HOFAS so much 😍 I had to stay off socials cause of all the leaks and I didn’t want to spoilers and then I read it in a day hehe hope you enjoyed it! ❤
I did enjoy it a lot!
Wooo that notepad you can write with light colors like white 😍😍😍
Omg I love your evil laugh with the tape!! 😂😂
Always great content, thanks Baylee Jae 💗
Hugs & love from NSW Australia 🇦🇺 💗🌸💗
I really like the picture you drew of midna!! She’s so cute! 🥰
I love the sheen
I love that Luna moth note pad!
i love the midna sketch, one of your best!
Even though I'm still quite a bit behind, I like the matte and shiny looks, I say go for it you can always change stitching to reduce the shine if you don't like it, but I myself like the look of both, and like you were saying you could use it for certain designs instead of matte for them all...
Baylee you have got to get into audiobooks! I listen while drawing, cooking, cleaning, working… & You will blast through books so fast ☺️
I do listen to some, mainly on walks. I retain it a lot better if I actually see the words.
My grandpa worked for A&E!! How cool!!
Love love the Midna art!
i really understand your dilemma if its like a decor piece it needs to be out and like trying to find somewhere to put it lol i have a lot of interests and i am a hardcore collector for a few franchises but i just cant fit out everything i own now unfortunately so i did decide to limit myself to one storage box (its like about the size of one of the fabric cube shelf boxes if you know what i mean) of things that i dont have on display and over time i have been able to let go of more things that get put into the box lol and i've also limited what i am able to bring into my collection to prevent even more stuff i dont know what to do withlol but i am a maximalist :')
So mad that they're not making more episodes of Percy Jackson at the moment. Me and my coworker both watch it. 😊
Spooky strawberries sweatshirt 💜🖤💚
I love all your tests sweatshirts 😭 😭☺️
a good test for pilling is to throw one in the dryer on the air setting with tennis balls.
I’m early early 😄😄😄
Love SJM and Throne of Glass! The Maasaverse is all consuming
Not sure if its available in you country, but in all my commercial embroidery jobs, we've always sworn by KingStar threads. the colour selection is amazing. On my personal embroidery machine, the Madiera threads caused problems, but the KingStar threads ran wonderfully.
Additionally, after accidentally snipping too many garments removing the backing fabric, I found that you can hold the edge of the embroidery, and tear the backing off... even the "Cutaway" ones. I just support the edge of the embroidery as I tear. I've not lost another garment to stabilizer removal.
Oh my that's a lot of boxes!
I like the shiny thread.
Beautiful kitty!
Gotta have the sheen it’s fab
I was the same way when I watched GoT, I needed a cheat sheets with family trees lol. I referenced it a lot.
7:49 A yellow gel pen would look nice on those. 💛
Yay! More washi for me to order.
Maybe a needle threader will help Christian thread the machine? They are pretty inexpensive I think they’d work for the fluffier thread ❤
the new thread looks great! definitely not too shiny for me :)
You should make the Midna art into a sticker! Either a freebie or for sale in your store ❤
i actually like the shiny thread look more if im being honest!!
I *just* got into the Sarah Maas books (I'm a terrible reader...but) I remember you reading the Court of Thorns & Roses book. My sister started reading it as well so now I've started too. I have so much catching up to do! 😅
i'd put the packing washi up for sale! obf keep enough for yourself, like the drawer, but like you said you won't use them up. and they're cute!
THANK YOU!!! I have several Air Purifiers and just let me say....this was very educational!! LOL - Oopsy!
💀
I know you don’t need to be told this, but I’ve recently reminded myself that as an artist, we shouldn’t be too hard on ourselves when we change things up from the references. We’re artists, not copiers. We’re allowed some artistic freedom, even if it was accidental. 😅
And in reality, most people won’t see the reference side by side. So what do they know. 😊
You could do a wash test for the new thread
Maybe the shine is because of the density? 🤷♀️
I personally enjoy the shiny thread, I don't think it looks cheap or weird, rather it does give the design more dimension! Others mentioned this but I definitely agree that it's probably what you're seeing as the artist yourself vs what a consumer is going to see. I don't think consumers are really going to care all that much over if the thread is slightly more shiny vs if it's matte as long as they have a good quality product from you!
Don't worry about the thread. However, I did like the test patch colors more then the original strawberries. No idea why 😂
I've been so excited for cc3 that I entirely forgot that it's been TWO YEARS since I read house of sky and breath so now my plan is to reread the first two books and then read cc3 so basically im avoiding most of social media for the next month because sjm books are the most spoiled books of all time
Omg a re-read is a big commitment.
do a wash comparison
omg soon as i put that you mentioned it lol
maybe the sheen goes away after washing ?
just wash the piece you cut to see
Like the Madera thread better. 😊
I prefer the shiny... it looks more new... 😂... I prefer the new treath over the mideira to be honest. The pros are overwhelming the cons... And the sheen is not that bad is it? I wouldnt mind. But I don't wear sweaters so I should probably shut up... 😂😂😂❤❤❤
Sounds like you all need a needle threader like seamstress' and cross stirchers use.... stick ot through the needle head. Thread through it and pull. Perfectly threaded needle every time
The brown strawberries are zombie ones lol
But will the new thread show its hairiness after a few wash/dries?
I’m just like Christian haha. I always have to have my headphones off one ear lol, idk for me it’s a sensory thing, it feels uncomfortable not being able to hear whats going on around me lol
Shine or no shine that is thy question. I like either or.
i think itll get more matte with washes as well?
As a consumer, I would never look that closely nor really care if the thread was shiny 🤷🏻♀️ some ppl may, but I wouldn’t. As long as it’s intact & durable, I’m good :). I personally like the new thread. ESP with how many issues you’ve had with the one company & the shipping woes. This is just my 2 cents, so it isn’t worth much. 🤣🫶🏼
Also, that small round necklace you were wearing while scrubbing the sweater (lol) is really really cute!
You need a needle threader. It’s a little gadget, small like a seam ripper, and should be easy to find at any sewing shop. It just has a loop of thin wire that you just put through the needle hole, lay the tread in, pull it back through and the thread goes through easily.
Ooo, I'll look into that for sure!
EDIT: I looked in my seeing kit, and I have a couple! But the wire does not fit through the eye. The eyes are super tiny. 😣
Can't you just get a needle threader so you don't have to hand thread by eye?
Will laundering help wash out some of the shine of the thread?
💜💜💜
make it into a pillow lol
U are very nice
Early 🎉😅
Baylee you could just put a dot sticker or color a dot on the sketchbook instead of having to write it out 😂
It takes me like 2 seconds to write it. Peeling a sticker wouldn't be any faster.
If ever you have a failed “F” grade brown crew jumper, I’d buy it off you as is! Just in case it ever happens….I’ll take it off your hands 🤎
Matte thread looks more boutique than sheen which is all over the mass market. As the creator, always go with what you feel is right otherwise you'll lose a sense of pride in selling it.
You are the one who notices differences, cause you're choosing between different products and threads etc. We don't see and feel the difference.
Are you starting to feel burnt out?
No, not really. Just a bit of aimlessness. Like I need more of a schedule. Or more planning ahead for any given month.