DON'T AVOID SEWING even when YOU'RE SAD 🪡 Cozy Sewing Vlog

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  • #sewing #sewingtutorial #sewingpatterns
    Sewing can be great even when you're sad. Especially when you're sad. So don't avoid sewing when you're sad.
    In this sewing vlog I am sewing the Plumeria Top by Paradise Patterns which was kindly gifted to me by Sanna and I am talking to you about why you should still choose to have a go at sewing even when you’re sad. Especially when you're sad.
    We’re born to create. And whilst the act of creating, has so many layers of meaning to it, maybe one layer is that creating is a way to fight our battles.
    Maybe we’ve been gifted the act of creating as a way to push back darkness.
    A way to find light.
    A way to stay grounded when life feels like a storm.
    A way to be strong when everything seems to go wrong.
    🌸 You can subscribe here: bit.ly/3e9EP9g
    And you can follow me on Instagram here / alexandra__burnett
    Link to the Plumeria Top:
    www.etsy.com/u...
    For this project I used a sewing machine, scissors, rotary cutter, cutting matt, clipping shears, seam ripper, iron, pins and interfacing.
    Everything is filmed and edited by myself.
    Hope you enjoy this Sewing Vlog❣️
    🎼 All music is from : www.epidemicso...
    About me: I’m Alexandra and I live in Oxfordshire together with my husband and our adorable daughter. I sew and make videos about it. I love creating and I want to share my progress of spending time with my craft, whether it’s sewing or other activities. I want to give you as much encouragement for your creativity and my hope is that you’ll find a lot of positivity on this channel. Lots of love, Alexandra

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  • @alleykatt6110
    @alleykatt6110 Рік тому +7

    I’ve cried almost everyday and sometimes several times a day since my mom passed away October 3, 2020. I have a little sewing room and sewing was something we had in common. I haven’t been able to really get back into sewing since she passed away. I’ve recently started organizing my sewing space in hopes that it will get me motivated. I miss her dearly and want to honor her memory with all of her patterns, fabric and sewing notions that I acquired. I’m praying that starting to sew again will help heal my heart and take away some of the pain of losing her.

    • @sandie4yeshua
      @sandie4yeshua 4 місяці тому +1

      God bless you. My mum passed the same year. Of course you would miss your mum everyday. When tears want to fall from my eyes, I remember the good times we shared and her words of encouragement & guidance. It is hard ❤

    • @alleykatt6110
      @alleykatt6110 4 місяці тому +1

      @@sandie4yeshua God bless you too! Crying helps to relieve some of the pain, but in the mist of it all, I draw on the good memories and the woman I am because of her. I now realize she is the love ❤️ of my life! I just wish I had told her that……. I hope she knew that!

    • @sandie4yeshua
      @sandie4yeshua 4 місяці тому

      @alleykatt6110 I believe that your mum knew that you loved her.
      I found that i only truly knew the depth of my love for my mum when she had gone. I take comfort that I was able to care for and be with her night and day over the days it took her to pass. It was lockdown, so I simply moved in.

    • @shifra3203
      @shifra3203 24 дні тому +1

      That sounds sad miss.
      I hope you are doing great now
      I'm sure she's proud of you and watching you from above
      Stay happy and one day we'll neet her for sure ❤

  • @jojomontgomery7119
    @jojomontgomery7119 Рік тому +23

    Your honesty in sewing and in your feelings is appreciated. ❤

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Ah thank you. It always feels so scary to put things out there so this is so encouraging.

  • @Craftytutu
    @Craftytutu Рік тому +37

    Things happen for a reason Alexandra, you will find another house you love even more than the one you’re in now. Look on it as a new adventure 💞💞

  • @youmansinthekitchen
    @youmansinthekitchen Рік тому +24

    This little series is SO good, Alexandra! Thanks for sharing! 💕

  • @sandyhamberger9312
    @sandyhamberger9312 Рік тому +11

    Sadness is a thief … you are so right. Thank you for your beautiful videos and wise words. The art, act and thought of sewing has taught me so much about myself. The top looks so cute on you.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you - so glad to hear this resonated. 💕💕💕

  • @dpcaw
    @dpcaw Рік тому +9

    I so look forward to your videos Alex! You got the formula right for your channel: sewing + wisdom :) Love what you said about creativity being a power we were given. Needed to hear that:) And coming from someone older than you, don't worry about moving. I've found that things always have a reason and things always works out for you.:) hope this helps. Sending you much love to where you are now:)

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +4

      Ah thank you so much - it’s only something I have discovered recently, this formula as you put it, but it feels right. Don’t know how else to describe it.
      I hope I will look back at this move and think “it worked out for the best” I really really do! Thank you so much for all the love. Sending love back!!!! Xx

  • @sharonbrinders1224
    @sharonbrinders1224 Рік тому +6

    So much wisdom you have been blessed with Alexandra. God has great plans for you and your family. Wishing you all the best with your move in future.
    Love your beautiful top and pretty fabric, suits you.
    Thank you for sharing this message. Xx

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +2

      Thank you so much! So kind, I believe that too about God's plans for us! He's so kind! Sending love! XXX

  • @christineb8148
    @christineb8148 Рік тому +3

    Grief is an important process, it honors the value of what we lost, whether a home or a dear sister. So grieve, with all of the truth of those feelings, but with hope. And creativity is the physical manifestation of that inner hope. I've had many moments in the last year when that is hard to remember, but the moments when I do manage to get my lips above the water and get a breathe are usually when I am doing something creative. I'd call that blouse a good job remembering to hope.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Feelings need to be felt for sure. “A good job remembering to hope” oh I love that so much! X

  • @mariantruly
    @mariantruly Рік тому +3

    Amen to that sis! I’m so glad I clicked on your video. The Holy Spirit legit knew I needed sewing inspiration and I didn’t know you’d be sharing God’s Word in it! So happy to subscribe and sew alongside you. I’ve actually just started my own business designing and sewing modest clothes for women inspired by my mum who used to sew and the Proverbs 31 woman 😊 May God provide a home that is exceedingly and abundantly above and beyond what you could imagine and may the moving process be cleansing so that you feel lighter and brighter from it. Thanks for sharing how you rejoice through tribulations. That’s what the apostle Paul reminds us to do and it’s so beautiful to see it lived out through sewing 😊♥️

  • @leithlaws556
    @leithlaws556 Рік тому +3

    Such a gorgeous vlog, "pushing back the darkness with creativity" is such a wonderful concept. You're my favourite, don't change a thing xx

  • @DarHarper-i8o
    @DarHarper-i8o Рік тому +2

    SUCH Encouragement for me today! Thank you! God Bless You!!

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      So pleased to hear. Thank you for sharing! Great name btw!!! XX

  • @jennifers5778
    @jennifers5778 Рік тому +5

    This is my favorite comfort video to keep going at sewing. 😮

  • @xiaojienan7891
    @xiaojienan7891 Рік тому +8

    Please do not be sad. Things go up when it hit the bottom. Donot let emotion control you, it’s devil. I recommend one of books that I read - The secret by Rhonda Byrne. It somehow makes me feel I need to be positive when things are down and not as expected . The positivity attract good things, the negativity will attract bad energy . Hope that this will help you :)

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Ah I will check the book out for sure! Thank you so much for watching! Xxx

    • @annewhite6683
      @annewhite6683 Рік тому

      What an inspirational video. Thank you so much. Hope you find an even lovelier house soon. X

  • @HowtoFaithALife
    @HowtoFaithALife Рік тому

    I loved this! I just searched “sewing vlog” and said to myself, “I hope I come across a Christian!”

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Ah, sounds like it was meant to be! Thank you so much for watching XXX

  • @leslindelgado6124
    @leslindelgado6124 Рік тому +1

    This is such a beautiful video. I need to always make myself watch this when I’m feeling down to remind myself to gain perspective of whatever’s bothering me and continue to move forward. I hope you find yourself in an even better house in much more lovely location. ❤

  • @mariamasanders7745
    @mariamasanders7745 Рік тому +2

    Thank you so much for sharing. You inspire me❤. I am learning that life is a journey and an adventure at the same time. I am going to take your advice and do the things that bring me joy even when i dont feel up to it.
    Much Success💖

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you for sharing. I wish you all the best with this new determination about life! 💕💕

  • @andreacannon1263
    @andreacannon1263 Рік тому +3

    What a lovely blouse, it looks so cute on you ! You are so right, for me sewing and knitting are the best therapies when I feel depressed, it keep my mind on something productive instead of focus on negative thoughts. I hope you find a great place for you and your family, I have moved so many times in my life that at my 40's I finally realized that when you live in a house surrounded by the love of your family, even a little shack is just absolutely beautiful! God bless you

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Yeah so true about distracting your mind from the negative. Thank you for watching! 💕💕💕

  • @theresevella8844
    @theresevella8844 Рік тому +1

    Alexandra - at 8.56 - I think you're holding the scissors upside down.
    Your blouse is absolutely lovely, well done, it suits you.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Haha I tend to do that sometimes. Thank you so much! 💕

  • @evelicesolano4694
    @evelicesolano4694 Рік тому +1

    You are so right!
    I own three sewing machines and a serger..when I face a difficult time, I no longer create..but, rather I go into a shell emotionally..I am beginning to power through whatever comes my way now. Thank you for acknowledging the sentiment. Sometimes we have to move out of our own way!

  • @bandanarathore
    @bandanarathore Рік тому +1

    Can totally relate to you. I too have to move in June end to a new city. And I thought I will again start sewing in August. But I picked up a blouse and decided to start with small alterations to keep it going. May you find a lovely house. 🪷

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Wishing you all the best with your move in June! I hope it’s a lovely new chapter. Thank you for watching! Xxx

  • @martinahabich2687
    @martinahabich2687 Рік тому +1

    Another beautiful video ❤ I love this type of videos so much. ❤ glad that you keep doing it.
    You find a another house. Sometimes it is mend to be and there will be something beautiful waiting for you.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much! So encouraged by your words!!! Believing for something beautiful to come out of this too! X

  • @lilolmecj
    @lilolmecj Рік тому +1

    If you accidentally clip too big to glue (a solution I would never have tried😸), a small piece of fusible interfacing, or double sided fusible like “stitch witchery” and a piece of matching fabric will hide most. Your top is very cute, and so are you. Hoping you find the perfect house.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you Carole that’s great advice! Don’t know where the glue idea came from but it did the trick haha. Xx

  • @Judy-rk1ge
    @Judy-rk1ge Рік тому +1

    What a cute little top! I love it. I REALLY enjoyed the good advise you gave us also.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for watching! I am so glad this resonated with you! XXX

  • @snowbell6601
    @snowbell6601 Рік тому +1

    Thank you so so so much for this inspiring Video!!!!! I found you just a few weeks ago and I am so utterly obsessed that I got my sewing machine out after many years of struggeling and depression. To be honest, I still did not sew until this video. I know now, that I have to get my life back and not letting win the enemies of my mind. God bless you !!!!! Sending love from Germany💕

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      This comment is so kind! Thank you for sharing a little bit about your story. I never know what will happen when I post a video, so to hear things like this makes me feel very honoured that I could play a little part in your getting back to your hobby! Keep going! Sending love! XX

  • @chekotaythefirstrochester9094

    Love the blouse!💓💓This is so inspiring! 👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽I'm going make the dress I've been 'thinking' off.

  • @mamamuis7922
    @mamamuis7922 Рік тому +1

    How did you learn to do all the things you mention when you don’t feel like it?

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Time. And willingness to not let my life always fall apart. Also lying to my brain. Sounds weird. But sometimes I would split the objective into steps. So if I had to go out but didn’t want to, I would be like, ok well at least shower. Now that you have showered you may as well put make up on. Oh now you’ve done your make up, do your hair. Now you look nice, put some nice clothes on.
      Now you look nice may as well go. And I would go and I would be so happy i did, so many time I remember coming home from events/meet ups/ socials etc just feeling so incredibly happy I pushed myself.
      I think breaking the goal into steps and taking it one step at a time will take you far when your feelings are very much against it.
      Hope this helps. X

  • @tanyastorm4860
    @tanyastorm4860 Рік тому +1

    You have such a beautiful spirit. I love that you are working scriptural lessons in with your creative lessons. We so often forget God made us as creative beings to learn and make mistakes. Bless you and your family. You will find a place to live. God has you 💕

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for such kind words! Yes, it's so important to remember the way we've been designed. God bless you too!

  • @vintagegirl68
    @vintagegirl68 Рік тому +2

    YOU ARE GOING TO FIND A GREAT PLACE TO LIVE!

  • @nasrineable
    @nasrineable Рік тому +1

    I love your video. Where about do you live and where are you moving to ?

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching. I live in Oxfordshire UK, so will hopefully stay in the area! X

  • @tejasdutta
    @tejasdutta Рік тому +1

    Cute video.. I enjoy your narration n the little dance you do at end 😁

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Haha. Thank you. The dances typically come when I am feeling good about what I just made!!! Xxx

  • @nancyespinoza8974
    @nancyespinoza8974 Рік тому

    Dear Alex, thank you for your sewing teachings! I love them!
    May God Bless you!!! ,.

  • @heatherdevine9548
    @heatherdevine9548 Рік тому +3

    Loved this video❤ and the message. Something I needed to hear as I have been avoiding my sewing since my beautiful furry purring black cat sewing buddy passed away last week. He used to keep me company, purring so loudly I could hear him from the other side of the room. Thank you and take care. 😻🐈‍⬛

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      I am sorry to hear about the loss of your friend. That’s gotta suck. 💕

  • @msantez
    @msantez Рік тому +1

    Keep doing what you're doing please, your perspective on sewing and life is so healing. You're making a difference. Thank you.

  • @demi6342
    @demi6342 Рік тому +2

    Alex ❤ I'm sorry you've got to move again when you're feeling settled. Especially when it sounds like you've had a lot going on already. I understand the need to cry it all out. Well done to you for not ditching your plans to sew and hermitting away. That's always my instinct when something comes at me out of the blue. Honestly I can't explain how many lessons you're teaching me. Thank you ❤ next time something happens to me I am going to try my best to carry on and do something creative anyway. Also your top looks STUNNING! I love everything you make.
    Could I also ask... Sorry if I missed it but which stitch did you use on your machine to create the overlooking style stitch? Did you use an overlooking foot? I have a janome and think I might have a similar stitch but haven't tried it.
    Thank you always for creating your content.
    Ahh my last thing.... Arwen coming in and you're little face lighting up when you see her 😍😍😍😍😍 Her curly hair is so beautiful ❤️

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Demi!! Hun, it's been a year! I am so glad the content is resonating, honestly that's all I hope for when I post something so it means so much to hear it! So, I have a foot that's designed for overlocking. It's foot C and then all I do is press stitch 7 and honestly it looks pretty professional considering it's not a fancy serger!! As a mom you know the feeling of seeing your womb nugget, it's just the best. AND YES, the HAIR is ridiculous!!! So cuteeee!!!!xxxx

  • @CarinaDeJesus1
    @CarinaDeJesus1 Рік тому

    I love your videos... REALLY... Thank you so much 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍😍. You are wonderful❤❤❤ the top is beautiful ❤️❤️❤️
    Could you please please please tell me the name of the first music (piano)????? I really fell in love with it... That sound really touched me❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @anneyoung1011
    @anneyoung1011 Рік тому +2

    Needed to listen to that today, thank you the top is lovely looks great on you too.

  • @rebecca-72
    @rebecca-72 Рік тому

    Thanks for your uplifting message and encouragement! Good luck finding your new dream home, it will work out!

  • @carolynnovak9952
    @carolynnovak9952 Рік тому +1

    Greetings from Canada Alexandra. Your next landlord will be so lucky to get you as their new tenants. Look forward to the process of finding your new place and decorating it the way you want.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Thank you so much for such kind words! I hope so to and more! Sending greetings to Canada, I would love to visit one day! And so interesting that you'd be up for watching the process. Maybe I will share! :) x

  • @suzettewoolley5397
    @suzettewoolley5397 9 місяців тому

    Your verse sweetheart comes from John 10:10. It is about the difference between the thief and the good shepherd. Wisdom from the Bible teaches and trains us to know what and who are the thieves in our lives who take and lie for their own advantages and the Bible also teaches us about God and Jesus Christ's characteristics. Characteristics that will ultimately give us the good life, the abundant life, a life where we are never thirsty because we have Jesus Christ ❤ living water.

  • @willow4191
    @willow4191 Рік тому +3

    This was so beautiful. I keep finding your videos at just the right time. I'm about to do a very big move, and it's been so hard and emotional. This reminder to stop and do something that brings me joy. Well, thank you.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Ah I am so so glad to hear!!!! Wishing you all the best with the big move! It makes sense that is emotional. A lot of change is a lot to handle sometimes. X

  • @latoletole18
    @latoletole18 Рік тому

    I really enjoy your videos. I felt so identified with cutting yourself off the world and regular activities when sad :( I think I will take your advice and push myself to do the things!

  • @kathschultz2517
    @kathschultz2517 Рік тому

    My goodness! Your insights are very healing and inspiring! Thank you to the heavens for sharing! I pray your move goes smoothly and that you find yourself in an even better, more beautiful, more inspiring space! And that you have "just enough light for the step you're on." Because that it what keeps us in the moment and focused on the good! Peace!

  • @wildkatfrog
    @wildkatfrog 10 місяців тому

    Leaving a house that turned into a home hurts ! I had to pack my life 2 times in one year. Once because the landlord had to sell his house. We loved them and everyone involve(us and them) were sad. Then we moved in a house with 2 separate suits. We had a feeling there was something fishy, but we moved in that basement because we had no better options at the time. We did not get along with the upstairs renter. There were no privacy in that house. We made the hard choice to move again. We found a beautiful house last minute. We are now signing our second year lease. It's hard to see why things are unfolding the way they are when we are in the middle of it all. I promise you that there is a silver lining somewhere waiting for you.

  • @bentali7313
    @bentali7313 Рік тому +1

    Oh my gooood i missed you and your cosy vibe sooo much such inspiration video 😍😍😍😍

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Ah thank you!!! Wish I could post these videos every day but they do take time! Thank you for enjoying them. Xxx

    • @bentali7313
      @bentali7313 Рік тому

      @@AlexandraBurnett take your time sweety dont rush we love you so much for being true to yourself and to us 😍😍

  • @brendagarvie4377
    @brendagarvie4377 Рік тому

    Thanks for sharing your thoughts. You will find an even cuter cozy house! I just did a similar thing the other day with the slice in the material after all that work! I tried taping with fusible tape but it didn’t look good, so i made a little heart patch with contrasting fabric and looks like it was meant to be.🩵

  • @tinaandre9905
    @tinaandre9905 Рік тому

    I totally agree. Sewing is very therapeutic for me. I just wanted to say something I noticed. When you set your iron in the metal holder. I have this & noticed you sat it flat. It sits angled with the irons pointed end against the metal piece the protrudes down. It is safer if a child bumps it. It keeps it secure.❤

  • @elinaeikelenboom8589
    @elinaeikelenboom8589 Рік тому

    Love your last video's so much! Really lovely to see your progress in the entire patterns and your story!

  • @anahrisca6165
    @anahrisca6165 2 місяці тому

    Foarte frumoasa culoare so porțî sanatoasă ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

  • @marahsetinc1487
    @marahsetinc1487 Рік тому

    Wow, it looks very pretty, you can be proud of yourself❤️

  • @JB-ul9vh
    @JB-ul9vh Рік тому

    Your video said so much. Thank you. I needed to hear your message today.

  • @lisakomor9661
    @lisakomor9661 Рік тому

    You’re so awesome! Thank you for sharing with us

  • @shereencouture1272
    @shereencouture1272 Рік тому

    اي مكان انتي موجودة فيه الكساندرا جميل.واي منزل وجودك فيه بيزيده جمال.❤ومع ذلك يعجبني حبك للخياطه وبتخليه يخرجك من اي مشاعر سلبيه بتواجهيها وتحويلها لمشاعر ايجابيه بمجرد حصولك علي قطعه ملبسية جديدة من صنع ايدك.تسلمي.🎉

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      شكرا جزيلا لمثل هذه الكلمات الرقيقة لك! أنا سعيد جدا أن الفيديو الخاص بي وجدك!
      shukran jazilan limithl hadhih alkalimat alraqiqat lika! 'ana saeid jidana 'ana alfidyu alkhasa bi wajadak! (haha, I had to use Google Translate) X

  • @angelsmith4467
    @angelsmith4467 Рік тому +1

    Looks beautiful on you❤

  • @franceshicks4011
    @franceshicks4011 Рік тому

    Awe I hope you find somewhere nice to live for a long time.

  • @Chamarita357
    @Chamarita357 11 місяців тому

    So delicate material, turned out wonderful!

  • @Marie-mj6jb
    @Marie-mj6jb Рік тому

    Wow what a cute top! 😍 Well done! I hope you wear it all the time !! ❤

  • @susankidd9963
    @susankidd9963 Рік тому +1

    Well done it looks lovely.

  • @parnianm3952
    @parnianm3952 Рік тому

    How do you sew with a little one around? I have to wacht out mine the whole time 😅

  • @laheebk
    @laheebk Рік тому +3

    This is seriously my favourite sewing series ❤

  • @Nancyjarnecke
    @Nancyjarnecke Рік тому +1

    Great great job!!!

  • @Rebecca_Good
    @Rebecca_Good Рік тому +1

    Amen❤

  • @CreateWithCrystal
    @CreateWithCrystal Рік тому

    I am so sorry to hear that you have to find a new place -- and I can feel your pain, especially once you've felt you were just starting to feel settled in. Also, you have inspired me Alexandra, I've been feeling sad because I have not been able to sew (amongst other things) as much as I want to (well, until this video I THOUGHT) I could not...so thank you.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for such lovely, lovely words! I am so glad this video found you! Thank you for sharing ! XXX

  • @samscreapaper526
    @samscreapaper526 7 місяців тому

    Hi love your vlog! tahnks for taking me

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  7 місяців тому +1

      Hi, so I'm assuming this is a question about the darts? If so, a lot of people recommend doing a knot rather than back sewing, so the results are neater.

  • @marydimond3461
    @marydimond3461 Рік тому

    I've been loving the videos you've been sharing lately, they're so gentle and relaxing to watch. You have such a calm and joyful spirit that spreads light! Even on days you maybe feel otherwise. And your top turned out darling :)

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      I am so so so encouraged by this Mary! Thank you so much for such kind words that you are sharing with me! It means a lot! X

  • @jennyallan8794
    @jennyallan8794 Рік тому

    Wow you look so lovely, it suits you, pink is so cheerful so like you, New adventures on the horizon lovely ,everything you say is true you are so uplifting Thank You ❤ xx

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      I love pink - its my happy colour! Thank you so much - I believe new adventures are on the horizon too!!! Sending love!

  • @Naakiandkk
    @Naakiandkk 4 місяці тому

    Wow loved your insights on creativity and sadness. A battle I often face.

  • @livrosenkrantz
    @livrosenkrantz Рік тому

    Thank you for all your great videos and all your great wisdom!😁 Such a beautiful way of sharing it🤍 God bless you in finding a new home!

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Ah thank you so much for watching! And I really appreciate your wishes - hope to find a lovely home too! XXX

  • @janeybeasley9525
    @janeybeasley9525 Рік тому

    Love that top, it would make sweet summer jacket too. Good sense about sewing and losing yourself and forgetting the sadness. Hope you find a new home, and I’m sure you will be very happy there, with your positive outlook on life x

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Such a great idea! Thank you for sharing and for your wishes! X

  • @paulinemcleggan7585
    @paulinemcleggan7585 Рік тому

    I have the same sewing machine. What number of the stitch did you use for the overlocking the ends. Lovely video

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Hey so I use presser foot C and sewing stitch 7. Hope this helps. XX

  • @laurenlepage1354
    @laurenlepage1354 Рік тому

    You are authentic and your method of coping genuinely helps! I will cheer for your successes and will pray to encourage your challenges.😊

  • @lynne3124
    @lynne3124 Рік тому

    Skipton building society giving mortgages to good rent payers. It could be your answer.

  • @sheilajones4491
    @sheilajones4491 Рік тому

    Hey i feel your sadness, its a shock to be lifted out of your home when you have just settled. You have a great up beat personality and i know you will figure it out. Things generally work out, i have had a lot of upheaval in the last few years. Involved removing a difficult tenant so I could sell my family home, which was where i raised my now grown up children. I am now very settled in my forever home these last 2 years and it has been challenging making it my own, but finally i have and i am settled with my new cat family lol and one of my sons living 5 mins walk away. Things will be good and i am sure you will love your new home when you find it. Praying for a successful transition for you and your family. Much love ❤

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much Sheila. Sounds like the last few years have been intense, but so nice that you can live so close to your son! As a young mom, I feel like that's such a dream! Enjoy this season. And thank you so much for your kind wishes@ X

  • @lornaking1825
    @lornaking1825 Рік тому

    We had to move suddenly last year just before Christmas in a similar situation, thankfully we are now in a lovely new house. There were alot of tears and anxiety, I understand the upset but your positive video and lovely outfit brought a smile, thanks for sharing x

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Just before Christmas. That must have been a lot! Thank you for sharing about your tears and anxiety, it makes me feel less alone! I hope you're enjoying where you've moved now, I know that's what I am hoping for us! X

  • @crashofthemoons
    @crashofthemoons Рік тому

    In my most recent project, i stopped to press my seams like a good little seamstress and i burnt my fabric!!! I have a vintage iron and it sometimes gets too hot. anyway i was frantic and decided to wash the fabric in hopes some of it would come off. so i put it in with a load of laundry. well the fabric was white and it came out pink due to some red items in the wash. it was a fail!! i had to order new fabric. sometimes things just don't work out and there is no saving it! 🙃 But your fix was perfect and fixable!

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      They say that when it rains it pours, it sounds like that's what happened to your project and oh my word it must have been so frustrating! Sometimes things just don't work out and you just need to throw them haha! Thank you for watching! X

  • @rejoicealways1233
    @rejoicealways1233 Рік тому

    You are a wise young woman..to live in the present is the key, I pray that the next door that opens for you bring you blessing in abundance..

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much for your prayers! So kind! Sending love! x

  • @kristicitak3932
    @kristicitak3932 Рік тому

    I Love your logic!!!! You look fabulous. Love your fun fabric choice

  • @spiritbird2247
    @spiritbird2247 Рік тому

    These an amazingly fun thing that happens when you make your own clothes for a while. After a couple years you find that you need to mend and recut re sew your favourite garments. And it makes the small mistakes you make when sewing easier because you can fix them later and you’ll mend it later already so mending it now is fine.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Such wise words. Totally right. The more you sew, the better you get at it, the more courage you have to pick up something you've made and make it even better. x

  • @marieomara8025
    @marieomara8025 Рік тому

    You are wise beyond your years...sending good vibes to you.
    Thank you for the video. Bjs

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you for the good vibes. I so appreciate them! XXX

  • @lifehappens587
    @lifehappens587 Рік тому +1

    Super Glue…SO BRILLIANT! FABULOUS IDEA! Will hold for life, won’t wash out, won’t melt in dryer!!! Always press your seams…So True….A “sort of” metaphor for life… I get so mad at myself when I clip my project Argh! But…I’m pretty good at fixing disasters, which is necessary for life! My life anyway :) So there’s that. And By the way, that cute fabric looks great framing your adorable face! It is Sooooo You! YAY! My takeaway from this video is, when you feel crappy, dance, sing and pretend to be happy… I’m going to bake a cake now lol you have inspired me! I know what’s sewing, have to do with baking….I’ve No idea :)

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Haha! I genuinely don’t know where the idea came but I am glad I acted on it as you barely see it!!! Enjoy your baking! It so connected to sewing as a fellow baker myself it just brings so much for and calm!!!’ Xxx

  • @kathrynbarker7967
    @kathrynbarker7967 Рік тому

    Looks great, so cute!! Great job and I agree about making yourself do all those things, even when you dont feel like it.

  • @danniefrenchpea63
    @danniefrenchpea63 Рік тому +1

    Your philosophy is so spot on Alexandra, I totally get what you are saying. I have a tendancy to crawl under a rock and become inert when things are not going how I would like but as you say so well, why turn away from what makes you happy? I love sewing but don't do it when I am sad. I really agree with Sharon... you will find a much better house that you will love even more. It's already waiting for you. Trust in the process. Thank you so much for your beautiful energy and wise words. They really do help 🙏 And your blouse is magnificent, really beautiful! 💖👏

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      I am so glad you get it (I was nervous people would misunderstand which they might) haha but it’s reassuring to receive comments like this!
      Thank you for your encouraging words about the house. I am believing for something good to come our way! 💕

  • @viviennemartin5067
    @viviennemartin5067 Рік тому

    I have just found you-now for some binge watching😂. Loved it, thank you😊

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Haha! It's such a good feeling coming across a UA-cam channel you like and then going through all the videos! So I understand and I am honoured that you'd do that! thank you! X

  • @regalrose3365
    @regalrose3365 Рік тому

    Thanks for talking about what we experience but don't share ❤

  • @amandalandaverde2622
    @amandalandaverde2622 Рік тому

    do you happen to know which stitch you used to overlock your edges and did you use a different foot? i just got a janome as well and don’t know if i want/need a serger. yours looks great!

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Hi, so I used foot C and stitch 7 and it's great. Your sewing manual should have more information about it, that's how I discovered mine ;) Hope this helps! X

  • @raquelpereira2577
    @raquelpereira2577 Рік тому +1

    This is your best video!!
    I think we started sewing around the same time and since your beginnings I have watched and enjoyed all of your videos, but this is definitely the best... I hope your new home makes your current sadness simply a distant memory.
    I send you my best vibes.🤗

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Ah thank you so much! I was in my season of making cozy sewing videos! I loved it!
      Yes, loving this new house so much, I don’t think about the old house at all! The people were right!!!! It is better than I could possibly imagine!
      Also, thank you for watching my videos!!! I feel so touched and humbled that people would spend time with me and my creative endeavours! X

  • @kaarlimakela3413
    @kaarlimakela3413 Рік тому +1

    Can't wait for my machine to get back from the shop!
    Oh that top is cute. Sure the peplum is a very nice cut when fitted closely.
    A little corset-like, the flounce slightly bustle-like.
    Feels so sexy to wear when fitted close. 😉

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      All the best with your sewing machine. Yes, I reckon it’s such a feminine silhouette. X

  • @Michelle_Emm
    @Michelle_Emm Рік тому

    What a lovely video, thank you for sharing your thoughts. Good luck with the house hunting.

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому +1

      Michelle, thank you so much for your kind wishes and words XXX

  • @cherylbecker_ecreatestitches

    I needed this today! Thank you for sharing you inspirations! ❤

  • @saraluciasarmientomarrugo9462

    Me gustaría,tradujeran en español,tus vídeos,me encantan

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you for letting me know, I will see what I can do! X

  • @jennifers5778
    @jennifers5778 Рік тому +1

    Pushing back the darkness with creativity. You will make the next home shine and I am sure you will find a place to sew in sunshine! You have given me inspiration to keep having a go with my sewing. ❤😊

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you so much. Not a lot of sunshine here in the UK, but when it does come, it's majestic haha! I am so glad you're sewing xx

  • @kaarlimakela3413
    @kaarlimakela3413 Рік тому +1

    My Grandmother's take on small imperfections:
    "A man on a running horse couldn't see it." ❤
    You have a great philosophy too. 😊

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Ah I love that so much!!!! A man on a running horse couldn’t see it hahaha! X

  • @csal7577
    @csal7577 Рік тому +1

    You are so adorable. I look forward to my weekends just so that I can sew. You always inspire me to go forward no matter what. Love that top!!!!

    • @AlexandraBurnett
      @AlexandraBurnett  Рік тому

      Thank you for watching and for such such kind words! 💕💕💕

  • @karenlowes7802
    @karenlowes7802 Рік тому

    A great positive video❤

  • @celestebrown6170
    @celestebrown6170 Рік тому +1

    You bless me so much with your words thank you. And I’m so sorry about moving, sending big hugs 🤗

  • @user-lf4kf9oh4s
    @user-lf4kf9oh4s Рік тому +1

    Sorry to hear about your house situation… I hope your landlord changes their plan for you to leave 🤞 but, failing that, that you find somewhere even lovelier to live x

  • @user-lf4kf9oh4s
    @user-lf4kf9oh4s Рік тому +1

    Sorry to hear about your house situation… I hope your landlord changes their plan for you to leave 🤞 but, failing that, that you find somewhere even lovelier to live x

  • @sandyphillips2467
    @sandyphillips2467 Рік тому

    It looks beautiful

  • @schrodingerspet15
    @schrodingerspet15 Рік тому +1

    This was just what I needed. Thank you for sharing.💕❤️

  • @earthangellibra2925
    @earthangellibra2925 Рік тому

    You have given me a new perspective on life. ❤ very cute fabric btw

  • @talloolahmoon
    @talloolahmoon Рік тому +1

    Sending you much love and hope that you find another home just as special 🤍