Yes, please! More construction videos! I’m coming back to garment sewing after many years away, and boy, have things changed! I’m newly semi-retired, using a Vintage Bernina 932 Record. I have SO benefited from your videos and your wealth of knowledge. I want to add a heavier-duty machine for sewing canvas and vinyl, so I would LOVE to see your Vintage Kenmore(s) since they are such good machines. Thanks again for helping me get back to where I want to be!!
Wow! I haven’t heard Rec Room in years! Growing up we had a Rec Room too, with a big Sears record player, 8 track system etc… listening to the BeeGees and my Mom loved Neil Diamond. Those were the good ole days - No phones or WiFi !!LOL Loved all your fabric. I have always had lots of fabric, like you said “It makes us Happy!!” Looking forward to your next video!
Never thought much about it before. I have about 80% more SIMPLICITY patterns. Their directions are so easy to follow and the most reliable. I don't want to play the guessing game with a pattern. I want to enjoy the whole process and have a garment I will love and wear.
My favorite patterns are Simplicity. Luv your fabric choices. As for your dress that you are wearing as long as you are comfortable it should not matter.
First of all, I watch your channel for you and your fun personality. I don’t care if you are upstairs, in the rec room or anywhere else. Your enthusiasm for sewing is contagious. Love all your new fabrics and can’t wait to see your makes with them. Can’t wait for construction videos. Love them. I agree with you about Simpllicity patterns, they are always my first choice
Since I started sewing again I’m obsessed with patterns and fabric. Just looking at them gives me a lot of pleasure. I love your videos and your natural, down to earth attitude. I don’t care if you wear a prison dress or your jammies, it’s you that is important. I like New Look and Simplicity patterns. Haven’t tried Vogue yet. I recently made a top by Butterick, I didn’t enjoy sewing it, I won’t use the pattern again. It fitted but i donated it to a charity shop. It’s all good fun though isn’t it?
Hi from an equally grey UK. Sunshine tends to spark my sewing creativity so I’m missing my mojo at the moment. The fabrics are lovely and they bring the sunshine back with all those fun florals. We don’t have rec rooms here, unless you’re rich. Houses tend to be much smaller and new builds are getting smaller still. It’s quite depressing. They do feel very squashed. Our 1970s houses had the most room and big windows for lots of lovely light for sewing. Now it’s all small rooms and windows to prevent heat loss etc. Sorry that was a bit of a diversion. Re the patterns, I have most simplicity and New Look but I also like Butterick. I think New Look used to be our cheapest patterns, but I always found them a bit large….especially the knit ones, which seemed to have been designed for wovens then unsuccessfully converted 😁. I do use Burda occasionally and the odd Burda magazine which we can get here from newsagents. I too love the older patterns, and often they fit me better (after adjusting for sizing which was different then). The illustrations always inspire me more, particularly compared to the new pattern photos on the Big 4 which I think are dire, and only give one view, often badly. Sorry for the rambling. I love your videos. They’re brightening up a gloomy autumn.
Love your beautiful fabrics! I've been away from sewing for many years, though I sewed a large part of my wardrobe from age twelve through my teens! Getting ready to jump in for myself and things for our grands. Simplicity has been my fave followed by Buttermilk. And yes, we had a rec room our kids loved when they were quite young!💖
Oh Viv, you crack me up! 😄😄 I also tell myself not to buy that fabric, or look at that sale, then I disobey myself as well! I also think buying fabric is sometimes exploring a different side of yourself - that a fabric may become a garment that is more elegant or more adventurous than you have worn before and that is a tantalising prospect. Re fave pattern companies - Very Easy Vogue gets my vote as I find the fit is good on my frame and the instructions are always clear and easy to follow. Thanks for a fun video. Keep on sewing!
Yes...we called it the rec room. You've been up close to the red sofa for years...so you know what's wrong with it. From my perspective it looks lovely! I don't have a favorite brand of patterns. When I saw the last fabric you pulled out, I nearly salivated....it's GORGEOUS! But that's your style! Love you, Vivmom! ❤
I used to deliver Mail and this wonderful family on my route would often leave me treats-like leftover candies from Easter or Trick-or-Treat. And I could never understand how anyone could have leftover candy! Total anathema to me! LOL! KwikSew are my favorite patterns. Basic, never.out of style, great instructions (sometimes cutting edge instructions!)
I feel like we are just a couple of friends enjoying an afternoon conversation about patterns and fabric in just such a soothing laid-back atmosphere. You relate awesomely with your viewers in such a non-scripted, relaxed way. So real, so enjoyable.
Dear Vivmom . I remember growing up and the ladies just loved having what was call a bed jacket for those times that you lounged in bed and it was chilly in the morning or you didn’t want to wear a full robe in warmer times. I enjoy watching you so much and the vintage patterns so fun. Keep on keeping on my friend .
Love floral fabric! Im a fabric junkie, fanic gives us so many options to create! I'm an old school pattern collector also, think old butterick followed by mccalls then vogue. Not a new pattern fan, I feel most of what comes out now has been done in some fashion before so customizing is queen! Love you channel! Glad your kitty is doing better!
I like your gray dress, which looks comfortable. Your new fabrics will make nice looking clothing. I like older sewing patterns versus the newer variety. Mine usually center around 1980-2000. My newest pattern was recently purchased at Joanne and it is a jumpsuit that will have the legs modified to a comfort leg width instead of slender. I wore a red jumpsuit in the 80's that had the comfort leg width and it was so comfortable. Red is my favorite color so I have some material to make a jumpsuit later. My favorite sewing pattern is Vogue. I like McCalls and Butterick patterns too since they have the styles I adore and they fit my body without too many alterations to the pattern. Thank you for sharing and happy sewing!
Rec Room, yes , I heard that all the time.! Love the fabric!. Those bright colors are delightful. I've been drawn to those warm shades lately too! Reminds me of McCartney's Coming up like a flower. Those yoke pants..you could make the yoke out of a stretchy fabric like spandex or a wide elastic type fabric and it would lay flatter. Patterns look comfy and when they have full wardrobe nice extra. My fav. Was the dress with or without ruffle though. Less ruffles use less fabric though 😄.
Simplicity is my favourite...I do love McCall's styles but there finished prodicts never fit right for me...Fabric purchasing is in our creative blood so we must continue the process for having on hand when we find that awesome pattern....lol
I agree about Etsy too, crazy. I won’t even look at fabric on Etsy, not because of the price but the listing things at half a yard is just too much trouble.
I, like you, buy Simplicity more than any other brand. I love the floral fabric with the dots. I do mixed media art and took screen shot of this fabric to make a background similar to it.
First of all love smarties. Use to be my favorite candy, but i think i burnt out on them. I too love simplicity the best. I think they are the best fitting and the most current looks.
Hi Viv, I just watched your video, so I looked in my pattern boxes and found that I have quite a variety of patterns. I probably have the most Simplicity, Butterick and New Look. I'm always so inspired to sew when I watch your videos and I to am a fabric collector. Lately, I've been collecting fabric from Fabric Mart. Regarding patterns - I have owned a Lutterloh Pattern system for many years, so I'm into making my own patterns from it as I have such a hard time fitting myself with the Big 4. The Lutterloh books have been sitting on my shelf for years. This is the first time I have really used them. So far so good. I am inspired again to sew for myself. I have finally had some fitting success. Makes me HAPPY! Vicki
Love the fabrics, we call those bed shrugs bed jackets in UK. Often useful if your sat up in bed to keep your shoulders warm. I am pleased I am not the only one that has house dresses.
Great fabric! Buying fabric and sewing are two separate hobbies 😂! It will be fun to see what you make. I don’t have a favorite pattern company yet. 🤔 Have a lovely day!
Hi Viv! Love your videos. As far as the big 4, Simplicity is my favorite. At this time, I'm sewing with a few Cashmerette patterns because the fit, for me, is fantastic! 😊❤👍
Love your videos. You inspire me to consider fabrics I never even thought about before. I have watched a few old fabric videos and enjoyed seeing that fabric in one of your monthly makes. 😀 so fun.
Hello I love your channel I’m a beginner so I love tilly and the buttons patterns and simplicity is a close second I live in New Jersey so I have to pay for shipping but Tillys patterns come with a book of instructions with pictures lol this week hubby and I are on vacation in Vermont the foilage is beautiful last night I spotted a fabric store .😝😍🥰 they were closed but I will try again today ..happy sewing
Favourite pattern brand for me is Simplicity like yourself, followed by New Look. McCalls is always a challenge for me, sizing 😰instructions 🤔finished product 😫 ! Some lovely florals there, can’t wait to see your makes. X
Yep Rec Room! Love the rayon challis with the pink flowers! (my mother always said shall-lee). You are so entertaining! You brighten this gloomy day😎☀️
Love the twin set....and the ruffle!!!! Simplicity and style arc (Australia company). I am plus size and the style arc have mutli size patterns so it is easy to get a good fit! They also have some creative designs.
I love love love those fabrics!!! Can’t wait to see what u make. First we called our room a Rec room or family room. Yes fabric is very addictive. I love feeling it in my fingers and dreaming what it will become. Just gets those creative juices flowing. Patterns do the same thing. I’ve been sewing for 50 years. It’s just plain FUN
you look so great!!!, that first fabric is so perfect for a sleeveless dress and I think you would wear it so much. I sewed a cowl neck and a dress without a pattern.
Mine is also Simplicity, New Look. Gosh I made a McCalls pattern recently and I couldn’t understand the collar instructions, so I followed your example and called the help line, yeah “No Help” lol. You are so inspiring, Thank you Viv!! Cathy
Vivian, I LOVED your Rec Room Video. I remember rec rooms. . . The lighting looked fine to me. And you should be able to wear whatever you want around the house!! Be comfortable. I have recently organized my patterns into drawers like they do at the fabric stores. I noted that I have loads more Simplicity than anything else. Next is Butterick, then McCalls and things like Vogue and Burda. A regular (letter sized) file cabinet holds two rows perfectly of all but the McCalls. They are just a bit too wide, but I made some drawers for them in one of my cupboards. I think the shrug on 3569 Simpliity is to wear over the little tank top to keep your arms warm until you go to bed. It is kind of unusual. Maye it came out when shrugs were getting popular a few years back. I just love your videos. . . . I think that you have a great shape! Long legs, great arms and shoulders, pretty smile, sparkling eyes and lovely hair. No, I am not gay!! I've been married for 41 years to the love of my live. I just think that you look great and shouldn't apologize for anything. I'm kind of glad you don't have a tiny waist, because it makes you a real person. You pronounced :"challis" correctly. (shallee). Some day I am going to get over to Pennsylvania and visit Fabric Mart. It is on my bucket list. Now that hubby is retired, we can start planning! Thanks for all the great videos. They are just right for me! Kathy B. P.S.. I really like cutting out now, although I didn't used to when I started sewing. Now, I will cut out five or six outfits and then sew. I put them in an individual plastic "shoe-box" after cutting, along with the pattern and then go on to the next. when I have five or so shoe-boxes, I start sewing.
Hi Viv👋 Lovely to see you, as always. I appreciate your skill to make an older pattern suitable for persons of any age🤗 I am in the early stages of learning pattern fabric combinations. Thankyou for sharing🤗 Regards to you and your family🙏
I love sewing. I do both clothing and quilting. And yes, I have twice the amount of Simplicity as of any other patterns. I love your videos and watch every one of them.
Loved all the fabric. I grew up in Michigan and we called it a "Rec Room" too. I have yet to discover my favorite brand of patterns. Some day I'll find the needed time, but in the meantime, I have all the equipment, lots of patterns (thanks to your suggestions), and lots of fabric. I look forward to your sewing tutorials. I hope you remember, I'm a fan of VivMom Sews. Thank you for keeping your sense of humor and sharing it with your viewers.
When I see you buying so much fabric and so many patterns - it causes me to think that you have an expectation that life will go on, and that you have plans for the future, that you have things yet to do and you are not at all done with this life! I see it as optimism!
WOW!!! Construction videos again. Three cheers 🎉🎉🎉
Hi there mom, great to see you in this new year. Looking forward to watching what you have in store for the coming months.
When I was young my mother told me, keep something long enough, it will come back in style! There you go.
Fabric brings out my creativity and it makes me happy.
Yes, please! More construction videos! I’m coming back to garment sewing after many years away, and boy, have things changed! I’m newly semi-retired, using a Vintage Bernina 932 Record. I have SO benefited from your videos and your wealth of knowledge. I want to add a heavier-duty machine for sewing canvas and vinyl, so I would LOVE to see your Vintage Kenmore(s) since they are such good machines. Thanks again for helping me get back to where I want to be!!
I so love it when you go shopping! Some beautiful fabrics in there! ❤
Thank you what I like about the big four is you get more than one pattern in the pattern keep on vlogging I so appreciate you
Gorgeous, gorgeous challis all around - rayon is my favorite and I love me a ditzy print!
Definitely Simplicity. I find them so straight forward.
I'm partial to simplicity grew up on them. Fabric haul fabrics very lovely.
I love your choices in fabrics , my favorite patterns are simplicity , Vogue ,
@11:38, so pretty. I'm a sucker for florals. @12:33, another beauty. In fact, your entire fabric haul is lush.
I LOVE your videos. You have inspired me to start sewing again!
Oh that’s so nice to hear, Margaret! Thanks so much for writing.😃
Simplicity and then New Look patterns are my favorites.
Wow! I haven’t heard Rec Room in years! Growing up we had a Rec Room too, with a big Sears record player, 8 track system etc… listening to the BeeGees and my Mom loved Neil Diamond. Those were the good ole days - No phones or WiFi !!LOL Loved all your fabric. I have always had lots of fabric, like you said “It makes us Happy!!” Looking forward to your next video!
Never thought much about it before. I have about 80% more SIMPLICITY patterns. Their directions are so easy to follow and the most reliable. I don't want to play the guessing game with a pattern. I want to enjoy the whole process and have a garment I will love and wear.
My favorite patterns are Simplicity. Luv your fabric choices. As for your dress that you are wearing as long as you are comfortable it should not matter.
Your background looks lovely. Always enjoy your videos, thank for taking the time to involve your subscribers in your sewing ventures
I love your Couch 🛋
First of all, I watch your channel for you and your fun personality. I don’t care if you are upstairs, in the rec room or anywhere else. Your enthusiasm for sewing is contagious. Love all your new fabrics and can’t wait to see your makes with them. Can’t wait for construction videos. Love them. I agree with you about Simpllicity patterns, they are always my first choice
Since I started sewing again I’m obsessed with patterns and fabric. Just looking at them gives me a lot of pleasure. I love your videos and your natural, down to earth attitude. I don’t care if you wear a prison dress or your jammies, it’s you that is important. I like New Look and Simplicity patterns. Haven’t tried Vogue yet. I recently made a top by Butterick, I didn’t enjoy sewing it, I won’t use the pattern again. It fitted but i donated it to a charity shop. It’s all good fun though isn’t it?
Beautiful fabrics, looking forward to seeing all of it made! Simplicity pattern, I do enjoy sewing on knits!
Love floral especially the large ones. Love your patterns. Looks like lots of fun. ❤🤗
Hi from an equally grey UK. Sunshine tends to spark my sewing creativity so I’m missing my mojo at the moment. The fabrics are lovely and they bring the sunshine back with all those fun florals. We don’t have rec rooms here, unless you’re rich. Houses tend to be much smaller and new builds are getting smaller still. It’s quite depressing. They do feel very squashed. Our 1970s houses had the most room and big windows for lots of lovely light for sewing. Now it’s all small rooms and windows to prevent heat loss etc. Sorry that was a bit of a diversion. Re the patterns, I have most simplicity and New Look but I also like Butterick. I think New Look used to be our cheapest patterns, but I always found them a bit large….especially the knit ones, which seemed to have been designed for wovens then unsuccessfully converted 😁. I do use Burda occasionally and the odd Burda magazine which we can get here from newsagents. I too love the older patterns, and often they fit me better (after adjusting for sizing which was different then). The illustrations always inspire me more, particularly compared to the new pattern photos on the Big 4 which I think are dire, and only give one view, often badly. Sorry for the rambling. I love your videos. They’re brightening up a gloomy autumn.
Love love love VOGUE #1, Butterick #2.
Beautiful material!!!! Can’t wait to see what you make.🤗
Don't worry your room looks lovely and colourful and well loved I'm sure.
Live all the fabrics. My fav pattern company is.. well a toss between Simplicity & Butterick.
Very much looking forward to your construction videos!! 😊
I love your pattern and fabric hauls. Thank you!
Hi. Hello. Howdy. Thank you for sharing. Great patterns and fabric.
I love buying fabric. I am always talking myself out of purchasing so much
Love your beautiful fabrics!
I've been away from sewing for many years, though I sewed a large part of my wardrobe from age twelve through my teens!
Getting ready to jump in for myself and things for our grands.
Simplicity has been my fave followed by Buttermilk.
And yes, we had a rec room our kids loved when they were quite young!💖
Viv, I totally agree with you about your favorite sewing pattern brands. I loved watching you video, so good to see you again!!! Judy
Oh Viv, you crack me up! 😄😄 I also tell myself not to buy that fabric, or look at that sale, then I disobey myself as well! I also think buying fabric is sometimes exploring a different side of yourself - that a fabric may become a garment that is more elegant or more adventurous than you have worn before and that is a tantalising prospect. Re fave pattern companies - Very Easy Vogue gets my vote as I find the fit is good on my frame and the instructions are always clear and easy to follow. Thanks for a fun video. Keep on sewing!
Yes...we called it the rec room. You've been up close to the red sofa for years...so you know what's wrong with it. From my perspective it looks lovely!
I don't have a favorite brand of patterns.
When I saw the last fabric you pulled out, I nearly salivated....it's GORGEOUS! But that's your style! Love you, Vivmom! ❤
Oh yay , construction videos! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰
Wow, I love that off the shoulder top! And that pj pattern. I could use that for round the house wear!!
I used to deliver Mail and this wonderful family on my route would often leave me treats-like leftover candies from Easter or Trick-or-Treat. And I could never understand how anyone could have leftover candy! Total anathema to me! LOL!
KwikSew are my favorite patterns. Basic, never.out of style, great instructions (sometimes cutting edge instructions!)
I feel like we are just a couple of friends enjoying an afternoon conversation about patterns and fabric in just such a soothing laid-back atmosphere. You relate awesomely with your viewers in such a non-scripted, relaxed way. So real, so enjoyable.
I totally agree, Viv is a delight 😊
Another lovely video! I love your fabric choices, as always.
I love flowers myself so all the fabrics you brought were a hit. I believe all the patterns were a hit as well.
I like that dress youre wearing as a top. I haven't seen what the dress looks like, but I like what is shown in this video.
Dear Vivmom . I remember growing up and the ladies just loved having what was call a bed jacket for those times that you lounged in bed and it was chilly in the morning or you didn’t want to wear a full robe in warmer times. I enjoy watching you so much and the vintage patterns so fun. Keep on keeping on my friend .
Love floral fabric! Im a fabric junkie, fanic gives us so many options to create! I'm an old school pattern collector also, think old butterick followed by mccalls then vogue. Not a new pattern fan, I feel most of what comes out now has been done in some fashion before so customizing is queen! Love you channel! Glad your kitty is doing better!
Great video! You always make me laugh! Beautiful fabrics!!!!
Love all the fabrics.
Love new old patterns ❤
I like your gray dress, which looks comfortable.
Your new fabrics will make nice looking clothing.
I like older sewing patterns versus the newer variety. Mine usually center around 1980-2000. My newest pattern was recently purchased at Joanne and it is a jumpsuit that will have the legs modified to a comfort leg width instead of slender. I wore a red jumpsuit in the 80's that had the comfort leg width and it was so comfortable. Red is my favorite color so I have some material to make a jumpsuit later.
My favorite sewing pattern is Vogue. I like McCalls and Butterick patterns too since they have the styles I adore and they fit my body without too many alterations to the pattern.
Thank you for sharing and happy sewing!
Rec Room, yes , I heard that all the time.! Love the fabric!. Those bright colors are delightful. I've been drawn to those warm shades lately too! Reminds me of McCartney's Coming up like a flower. Those yoke pants..you could make the yoke out of a stretchy fabric like spandex or a wide elastic type fabric and it would lay flatter. Patterns look comfy and when they have full wardrobe nice extra. My fav. Was the dress with or without ruffle though. Less ruffles use less fabric though 😄.
Butterick, Simplicity, Vogue, Malls and Love Notions
Love all of your fabrics.
Buy fabric. It doesn't spoil as quickly as food and sewing efforts last longer than a meal.
Simplicity is my favourite...I do love McCall's styles but there finished prodicts never fit right for me...Fabric purchasing is in our creative blood so we must continue the process for having on hand when we find that awesome pattern....lol
😂
“I immediately ignored myself” oh my you make me laugh so much
Viv, you are a breath of fresh air! I love old patterns too! They just resonate. That first pattern is so adorable.
I agree about Etsy too, crazy. I won’t even look at fabric on Etsy, not because of the price but the listing things at half a yard is just too much trouble.
Sooo good to see you! Glad your holiday was great and family are doing well. Love your counter book! Cant wait to see your makes❤
vogue vogue vogue..love it! oh ya 1990"s Butterick classic patterns
I, like you, buy Simplicity more than any other brand.
I love the floral fabric with the dots. I do mixed media art and took screen shot of this fabric to make a background similar to it.
Can’t wait to see what you make!! I don’t know how to sew, yet. But, I am preparing to. I would love to have an iced tea with you😘
First of all love smarties. Use to be my favorite candy, but i think i burnt out on them. I too love simplicity the best. I think they are the best fitting and the most current looks.
Hi Viv, I just watched your video, so I looked in my pattern boxes and found that I have quite a variety of patterns. I probably have the most Simplicity, Butterick and New Look. I'm always so inspired to sew when I watch your videos and I to am a fabric collector. Lately, I've been collecting fabric from Fabric Mart. Regarding patterns - I have owned a Lutterloh Pattern system for many years, so I'm into making my own patterns from it as I have such a hard time fitting myself with the Big 4. The Lutterloh books have been sitting on my shelf for years. This is the first time I have really used them. So far so good. I am inspired again to sew for myself. I have finally had some fitting success. Makes me HAPPY! Vicki
Love the fabrics, we call those bed shrugs bed jackets in UK. Often useful if your sat up in bed to keep your shoulders warm. I am pleased I am not the only one that has house dresses.
Enjoyed your fabric. The more you show us, the less we have to buy ourselves!!!
WAIT?! You mean I don't have to buy every gorgeous fabric she shows us? 🤨 what a novel idea. 😁😁😁😁
Great fabric! Buying fabric and sewing are two separate hobbies 😂! It will be fun to see what you make. I don’t have a favorite pattern company yet. 🤔 Have a lovely day!
I love the patterns and fabric makes me happy that's why I buy it. I have fabric from the 80s and I love it all.
Hi Viv! Love your videos. As far as the big 4, Simplicity is my favorite. At this time, I'm sewing with a few Cashmerette patterns because the fit, for me, is fantastic! 😊❤👍
Love your videos. You inspire me to consider fabrics I never even thought about before. I have watched a few old fabric videos and enjoyed seeing that fabric in one of your monthly makes. 😀 so fun.
Beautiful choice of fabrics Viv. You have such great taste. Lovely to see you. Look forward to your videos. Xo
Hello I love your channel I’m a beginner so I love tilly and the buttons patterns and simplicity is a close second I live in New Jersey so I have to pay for shipping but Tillys patterns come with a book of instructions with pictures lol this week hubby and I are on vacation in Vermont the foilage is beautiful last night I spotted a fabric store .😝😍🥰 they were closed but I will try again today ..happy sewing
I'm like you Viv I love the old patterns too. Great video and I like your reck room. The place where memories are made.
Favourite pattern brand for me is Simplicity like yourself, followed by New Look. McCalls is always a challenge for me, sizing 😰instructions 🤔finished product 😫 ! Some lovely florals there, can’t wait to see your makes. X
Thanks for the fun video! I love The Sewing Workshop Patterns, followed by Simplicity. Happy sewing 🧵🪡!
Yes fabric is addictive! When I go to a quilting store my head spins and I feel giddy with the colors, patters, and ideas that swarm my brain!
Beautiful fabric! Looking forward to Oct makes❤
My favorite patterns, Lutterloh and Vogue.
Yep Rec Room! Love the rayon challis with the pink flowers! (my mother always said shall-lee). You are so entertaining! You brighten this gloomy day😎☀️
You are simply wonderful!
Couch looks fine to me.
Love the twin set....and the ruffle!!!! Simplicity and style arc (Australia company). I am plus size and the style arc have mutli size patterns so it is easy to get a good fit! They also have some creative designs.
I love love love those fabrics!!! Can’t wait to see what u make. First we called our room a Rec room or family room. Yes fabric is very addictive. I love feeling it in my fingers and dreaming what it will become. Just gets those creative juices flowing. Patterns do the same thing. I’ve been sewing for 50 years. It’s just plain FUN
My favorite patterns are Simplicity. I have better luck with their directions. Love your videos.
you look so great!!!, that first fabric is so perfect for a sleeveless dress and I think you would wear it so much. I sewed a cowl neck and a dress without a pattern.
Mine is also Simplicity, New Look.
Gosh I made a McCalls pattern recently and I couldn’t understand the collar instructions, so I followed your example and called the help line, yeah “No Help” lol.
You are so inspiring,
Thank you Viv!!
Cathy
Love your fabrics.
I spotted those smarties right off, I love them
Vivian, I LOVED your Rec Room Video. I remember rec rooms. . . The lighting looked fine to me. And you should be able to wear whatever you want around the house!! Be comfortable. I have recently organized my patterns into drawers like they do at the fabric stores. I noted that I have loads more Simplicity than anything else. Next is Butterick, then McCalls and things like Vogue and Burda. A regular (letter sized) file cabinet holds two rows perfectly of all but the McCalls. They are just a bit too wide, but I made some drawers for them in one of my cupboards. I think the shrug on 3569 Simpliity is to wear over the little tank top to keep your arms warm until you go to bed. It is kind of unusual. Maye it came out when shrugs were getting popular a few years back. I just love your videos. . . . I think that you have a great shape! Long legs, great arms and shoulders, pretty smile, sparkling eyes and lovely hair. No, I am not gay!! I've been married for 41 years to the love of my live. I just think that you look great and shouldn't apologize for anything. I'm kind of glad you don't have a tiny waist, because it makes you a real person. You pronounced :"challis" correctly. (shallee).
Some day I am going to get over to Pennsylvania and visit Fabric Mart. It is on my bucket list. Now that hubby is retired, we can start planning! Thanks for all the great videos. They are just right for me! Kathy B. P.S.. I really like cutting out now, although I didn't used to when I started sewing. Now, I will cut out five or six outfits and then sew. I put them in an individual plastic "shoe-box" after cutting, along with the pattern and then go on to the next. when I have five or so shoe-boxes, I start sewing.
Hi Viv👋
Lovely to see you, as always.
I appreciate your skill to make an older pattern suitable for persons of any age🤗
I am in the early stages of learning pattern fabric combinations.
Thankyou for sharing🤗
Regards to you and your family🙏
I love sewing. I do both clothing and quilting. And yes, I have twice the amount of Simplicity as of any other patterns. I love your videos and watch every one of them.
Loved all the fabric. I grew up in Michigan and we called it a "Rec Room" too. I have yet to discover my favorite brand of patterns. Some day I'll find the needed time, but in the meantime, I have all the equipment, lots of patterns (thanks to your suggestions), and lots of fabric. I look forward to your sewing tutorials. I hope you remember, I'm a fan of VivMom Sews. Thank you for keeping your sense of humor and sharing it with your viewers.
“I can’t have nice things.” I laughed out loud, you are a breath of fresh air this morning. Thank you for the posts.
Can’t wait for Burda story! I love your-stories! Love the florals.
I tend to like simplicity and butterick. New Look is my third choice.
I really like the 5588 pattern. And those fabrics are beautiful!
What a nice haul!!! Can’t wait to see what you make :) you inspire me…starting easy-pajama pants for my grandkiddos!!!
Hi Viv
My favorite is Simplicity. The directions are easy to follow.
When I see you buying so much fabric and so many patterns - it causes me to think that you have an expectation that life will go on, and that you have plans for the future, that you have things yet to do and you are not at all done with this life! I see it as optimism!
Too! Right!! And to look nice for your handsome hubby !
Don't you know that we're planning to take our fabrics with us to heaven?
@@lindabrown7374 Amen!
Love the floral with dots fabric. I’d seize the rec’ room and turn it into my sewing room.
That new look shirt would be so cute with a pair of your cropped pants and a jacket
I like Simplicity too.
My favorite brands are the ones I buy and store!
Once again I love all your fabrics. Dopamine is our friend. Yes, addictive without a doubt. Fun though. Enjoy it all.