My Very First THRIFT FLIP! (three items)

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  • @aryanahartwell3801
    @aryanahartwell3801 4 роки тому +2149

    You didn’t waste time editing the plant-lady skit....it was a brilliant work of art and very entertaining. Thank you for investing your time in your art. You are a true artist and never forget it. Your time is never wasted. Ever. It’s invested.

    • @brookeg5979
      @brookeg5979 4 роки тому +47

      I N V E S T E D. So much this!

    • @sofiarodriguez6768
      @sofiarodriguez6768 4 роки тому +19

      I love this. Invested!

    • @theflutefreak
      @theflutefreak 4 роки тому +23

      I loved that bit, it made me laugh out loud!

    • @midoriioyama9548
      @midoriioyama9548 4 роки тому +8

      Amen!

    • @zp5016
      @zp5016 4 роки тому +33

      I highkey want to make an official "plants, ye be warned" sign for my house 😂💗
      Also I really love your invested thing, thank you 💗

  • @rafaelcrosararamalho7903
    @rafaelcrosararamalho7903 4 роки тому +3529

    A thrift store named "Aesthetic Basement" would be a place where i could go every week for goodies, make it happen Rachel lol

    • @explosivo666
      @explosivo666 4 роки тому +149

      Aka the Hobbit Hole.

    • @angiero7474
      @angiero7474 4 роки тому +82

      I mean whatever she decides to sell, she should name the store Aesthetic Basement

    • @explosivo666
      @explosivo666 4 роки тому +8

      Of course, meant more as a nickname.

    • @idiotsandwich4912
      @idiotsandwich4912 4 роки тому +95

      Aesthetic basement would be the name and then it would have different sections. Like the 50s lounge, hobbit hole hangout, Victorian Era Ally.

    • @classicalheroes8910
      @classicalheroes8910 4 роки тому +44

      thrift store/coffee shop/bakery

  • @Whitney_Sews
    @Whitney_Sews 4 роки тому +796

    The overalls look so adorable on you!

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +86

      Thank you bb 🙈🙈🙈 I haven't worn them in so long so I was finally like TODAY'S THE DAY 😂😂

    • @michivallieres8334
      @michivallieres8334 4 роки тому +11

      Do you have a tutorial for making them?? They are SO cute!

    • @ninfarose
      @ninfarose 3 роки тому +2

      Agreeee 🌈🌈

    • @OhNahBruh
      @OhNahBruh 3 роки тому +1

      She looks like Ariel getting shit done

  • @Evalution307
    @Evalution307 4 роки тому +407

    I just wanna appreciate the extra effort Rachel puts into adding accurate captions, I’m not deaf or hoh but I have ADHD and having captions helps me focus on the video :)

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +64

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

    • @erinw.9256
      @erinw.9256 3 роки тому +5

      Same!!

    • @rachelmartin3574
      @rachelmartin3574 2 роки тому +5

      Amen and Amen!!!! (And while my hearing isn't HOH...yet....I have enough deaf and HOH friends and am losing some of my hearing so it makes a huge difference!)

    • @qkranarchist3015
      @qkranarchist3015 2 роки тому +7

      As a born & raised HOH peepon, I REALLY appreciate accurate captions. It's just the finishing touches that show all the care done to make this lovely channel welcoming for more folks. Thank you.

    • @aprilmcpherson-vanraalte5590
      @aprilmcpherson-vanraalte5590 2 роки тому +1

      Yes thank you Rach I am HOH and ADHD other issues but captions settle my brain and body

  • @StephanieCanada
    @StephanieCanada 4 роки тому +732

    I appreciate that you didn’t just go straight to “let’s make it smaller”. As a plus size thrifter I REALLY appreciate it!!!!
    Also, to keep your blouse up you could also just add in strap holders so they clip onto your bra.

    • @laurahill9643
      @laurahill9643 4 роки тому +49

      This! A dress shop I've been buying from the last couple years, all the clothes have big, useable pockets (!) and little straps on the shoulders to clip around the bra. They're wonderful.

    • @StephanieCanada
      @StephanieCanada 4 роки тому +16

      Laura Hill oh absolutely! I have actually found dead stock ones from the 1950’s before. They are the BEST!!

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +50

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @SilverXeno
      @SilverXeno 4 роки тому +39

      Yessssugh. Also, as a plus-size wearer...it means I can't really "thrift flip" anything I find. So...I prefer "flips" that tailor items to make them look less outdated or how to fix the shoulder pad situation, haha.

    • @msandigail
      @msandigail 3 роки тому +11

      Also ditto to this!! It's already so hard to find vintage or even just regular thrifted items that fit!!

  • @pandapendragon3335
    @pandapendragon3335 4 роки тому +85

    You brought tears to my eyes with this video. I am a very large person who has always been a very large person who also grew up poor. Thrifting was something I had no choice in growing up and into my adult life. Finding larger sizes was hell back then before "thrifting" became a thing and thrift flips and oversized clothes came into fashion. I hated watching these kinds of videos because I lived that struggle.
    Thank you for having the very kind opinion and understanding of the problem. I've always admired you, and you have sealed your place in my heart as my favorite fashion icon. Silly as it is to thank someone for being nice, I don't care, Thank you so much.

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +2

      Aww love you ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @EmmaleeElizabeth
    @EmmaleeElizabeth 4 роки тому +1767

    as a broke plus size girl who really struggles to find thrifted clothes that fit me, can I just say how much I appreciate Rachel talking about not buying thrifted items in super large sizes just to make them smaller? of course, people can do/buy whatever they want, but it's just nice to hear someone acknowledge the struggle.

    • @diablogirl
      @diablogirl 4 роки тому +223

      This! I am also plus-size, as is a friend who owns a thrift/ vintage shop. She said a petite girl came in and bought a load of 2X shirts and sweaters because “they just feel comfier”, and she realized that’s part of why plus-size folk have such trouble finding them even if they exist. She was like, “and what do I do? Chastise her? Tell her how hard it makes it for us? Refuse to sell? I can’t make those calls.” It still occupies my head rent free whenever I shop.

    • @Jess38044
      @Jess38044 4 роки тому +37

      Yesssss, I felt absolutely the same! Pleasantly surprised to hear it being discussed!

    • @teresaellis7062
      @teresaellis7062 4 роки тому +158

      I recently reversed what some people do. I bought a cute petite sized skirt and added side panels to bring it up to my size! 😊 I chose wild fabric for the panels as it was a plain denim skirt. The main reason I taught myself to sew is because I hate shopping and finding things ALMOST in my size. I am tall as well as plus sized. Upcycling thrifted clothes means I don't have to do as much work. 😉 I just add to what is there. Added bonus: when I do have to buy new fabric, I don't have to buy as much.

    • @depressedcockroach4045
      @depressedcockroach4045 4 роки тому +99

      @@diablogirl I mean it's not realit a problem if she just feels comfier, the struggle is real, but I don't think you shouldn't dress comfy just because soemone else may not buy that item. The resizing is more problematic, because they don't have to do that, really

    • @LaurellaNeed
      @LaurellaNeed 4 роки тому +143

      @@diablogirl If she prefers the fit of 2x, then 2x is her size. I can understand being frustrated by people buying things in large sizes to cut them down into smaller sized garments, but I don't understand the logic of shaming a woman for buying clothes in the size she prefers to wear.

  • @CathyHay
    @CathyHay 4 роки тому +889

    Primary takeaway: I need some overalls

    • @sarahmcmullen5938
      @sarahmcmullen5938 4 роки тому +12

      Same, Cathy! I have some black corduroy in my stash calling me out!

    • @joan_28
      @joan_28 4 роки тому +3

      Yaaaaas! Same!

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +51

      😂😂🙏🙏🙏 YES

    • @findingbeautyinthepain8965
      @findingbeautyinthepain8965 4 роки тому +15

      I was originally thinking that too, but now I’m reconsidering. I don’t know if I can handle the pressure of people seeing me in my overalls and thinking I’m gonna get 💩 done!

    • @kjroth3132
      @kjroth3132 3 роки тому

      Yep

  • @megansingerlcsw2116
    @megansingerlcsw2116 4 роки тому +1197

    The garment world: Culottes
    Rachel: Secret Pants

    • @tornotto
      @tornotto 4 роки тому +79

      YES! I was just thinking of how I never had interest in Culottes, but Secret Pants?! I may need some lol!

    • @mala3isity
      @mala3isity 4 роки тому +4

      LMBO

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +168

      Needed that bit of extra ✨mystery✨

    • @ilariasavioli507
      @ilariasavioli507 4 роки тому +19

      @@rachelmaksy To me those pants screams Hobbit pants!

    • @makermaryh
      @makermaryh 4 роки тому +23

      Why not add secret drawstrings to the hemline of the pant leg that lets you wear either way!

  • @ann.addiction_to_books
    @ann.addiction_to_books 4 роки тому +688

    ‘Aesthetic Basement’ is probably the best thing I’ve ever heard.

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +5

      😂😂😂🙏🙏🙏 band name

    • @ann.addiction_to_books
      @ann.addiction_to_books 4 роки тому +3

      @@rachelmaksy please make a Floor Troll song.

    • @0meAcat1
      @0meAcat1 3 роки тому +2

      Bump for floor troll media content we will not be silent

  • @stevie_18
    @stevie_18 4 роки тому +1036

    "I just don't really think that's fair. Finding larger sizes can already be tough without people picking them up just to turn them into something else" YES RACHEL!!!!!! THANK YOU!!!!

    • @lh8508
      @lh8508 4 роки тому +122

      This part SPOKE to me. It is so hard finding decent clothes over a size 10/12 in thrift stores. I’d rather they pick up a sheet or table cloth to make clothes. Like Micarah Tewers does!

    • @linda6131
      @linda6131 4 роки тому +7

      So so true 👍

    • @lucie4185
      @lucie4185 4 роки тому +60

      Yes leave the big stuff for us bigger peeps. I found a size 20 skirt and top in a charity shop just before Christmas and I was like 🤩🥰🎉🎆

    • @katherinemorelle7115
      @katherinemorelle7115 4 роки тому +84

      I have seen people taking plus sized workwear to thrift flip. Workwear!
      It’s difficult enough to find nice plus sized clothes in op shops, but taking nice workwear is about 100x more mean. Because there are plenty of poor plus sized people who really, really NEED those garments! Not just nice to have, but actually, literally NEED them.
      And someone is taking it just to turn it into some modern play suit top type thing? That’s mean. Really mean.
      Also, there are plenty of men’s shirts they could use. Normal sized men’s shirts that would do just as well, but they had to take the one nice women’s plus size office blouse. It’s just exceptionally inconsiderate.

    • @alexandraaaron9705
      @alexandraaaron9705 4 роки тому +5

      I Think about That TOO... I Also Move Pretty Pieces to the End of Rack 😁

  • @aleedulcimer
    @aleedulcimer 4 роки тому +464

    "If you didn't take on a baking activity or you have no idea what you're doing, was it even a pandemic?" Seriously. Agreed. My sourdough starter is still going strong! Its name is Fitzwilliam Darcy. Your bread looks great and I love your new clothing pieces!

  • @paulinedunne3481
    @paulinedunne3481 4 роки тому +287

    someone get this gal a pattern with a square neckline, stat. make it out of real sturdy paper she's going to reuse it a lot. and it's going to look great. and perhaps make her life easier.

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +10

      😂😂😂🙈🙈🙈🙈🙈

  • @butteredtoust7777
    @butteredtoust7777 4 роки тому +227

    I love how she started doin some fun DIY stuff with thrift flips and all that jazz, then just went *aight Imma bake bread*

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +40

      Hahaha we got SHIT TO DOOOO

    • @rnptenafly
      @rnptenafly 4 роки тому +12

      @@rachelmaksy want me to mail you some sourdough starter? You haven't truly pandemiced until you give up on commercial yeast!

    • @PupRiku
      @PupRiku 2 роки тому +3

      My life. "I've got a jacket to finish and a skirt to turn into a teddy bear".
      *Five minutes later*
      "I should go bake a cake"
      *One hour later*
      "Let's make some bow ties for dogs"

  • @elizabethcrysiira6034
    @elizabethcrysiira6034 4 роки тому +149

    This video has EVERYTHING - thrifting, sewing, killing house plants, baking bread - yep, perfection

  • @medlem1234
    @medlem1234 4 роки тому +49

    I actually burst out an AMEN when you talked about not clearing the stores of plus size clothing leaving nothing for us to find👌👌

  • @IonIsFalling7217
    @IonIsFalling7217 4 роки тому +736

    Rachel: “My problem comes when it comes to finishing garments.”
    Me: *looks at giant pile of garments that just need to be hemmed* “I know that isn’t what you meant but... relatable.”

    • @FreakySei
      @FreakySei 4 роки тому +65

      That's bc hemming isn't FUN !!! It's the sewing equivalent of washing off the dirty dishes after you baked something !

    • @liv97497
      @liv97497 4 роки тому +7

      @@FreakySei omg that is the perfect analogy😂😂

    • @amyshort5625
      @amyshort5625 4 роки тому +14

      Honestly I hate hemming, to the point where I try to use fabrics that don't fray so I can avoid it

    • @joakescarnival8303
      @joakescarnival8303 4 роки тому +8

      It may not be what she meant this time. But I dont doubt she agrees. I dont doubt most of us do.

    • @CheshireTeaVT
      @CheshireTeaVT 4 роки тому

      Yeahhhh

  • @JennaMcCallister
    @JennaMcCallister 4 роки тому +107

    Yessssss happy the UA-cam gods shone down on you finally so this could upload. 🖤 ETA: as a curvy woman, thank you for the blurb about not buying up all the larger sizes. You rock.

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +1

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @neldahargo29
    @neldahargo29 4 роки тому +350

    extremely daunting project requiring learning new skills. high risk of failure
    Rachel: let's do this in front of 700 thousand strangers. sounds like fun

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +53

      Hahaha no time like the present!

  • @stephm1073
    @stephm1073 3 роки тому +148

    When I did a pattern-making course years ago we were told, low back and low front leads to shoulder fall. You need one or the other higher to prevent that happening. Alternatively, you could add a fabric tie across the upper back to hold the shoulders in place.

  • @lost7433
    @lost7433 4 роки тому +99

    For the ~secret pants~ you could always add a drawstring at the shin! That way, you can cinch them if you like, or leave them loose :D

  • @FairyArmour
    @FairyArmour 4 роки тому +170

    Listen, I am *delighted* every time you segue into a completely unrelated bit that you thought of and decided to make happen. They’re charming and pls don’t say they’re a time waste bc I love them 🥺

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +19

      Hahaha aw I'm glad thank you :')

  • @AnnaReed42
    @AnnaReed42 4 роки тому +163

    As a plus size gal I really appreciate your thoughtfulness of not just altering something way too big, because I rarely encounter clothing that is way too big for me. I definitely find myself feeling left out of most thrift flip options. There needs to be more videos of sizing things up lol

    • @GallifrAngel
      @GallifrAngel 4 роки тому +14

      I once bought a t-shirt that I knew was going to be too small on me, but I liked the design on it, so I cut the design out and basically made myself an entirely new shirt and even with my limited sewing skills, I think it turned out really cute! Looking back I just wished I had filmed it because I almost cried I was so proud of myself (even though there were definitely things that I could have done better)

    • @88hhg
      @88hhg 4 роки тому +9

      I wear standard sizes but I saw a Snow White dress for cheap and I just had to have it, I couldn't zip it up so I did some searching on Pinterest and found a diy on how to upsize a strapless dress so I used that even though my dress had sleeves (which also didn't fit, I was lazy with those and just added a piece of elastic on the underside so they would stretch across my arms and just finished the edges but yes my armpits show, lol) but I ended up adding gussets to the side seams and I felt such a sense of accomplishment after making it fit me. Adding panels and gussets are great ways to upsize things, in contrasting or matched fabrics.

    • @mandycollins8795
      @mandycollins8795 4 роки тому

      Oh my goodness yes! I totally agree!

    • @saimamerzougui7981
      @saimamerzougui7981 4 роки тому

      ua-cam.com/video/gmb7fVselg4/v-deo.html

    • @brynnl5559
      @brynnl5559 4 роки тому +12

      Yep. There are people out there that want to harp on plus size folks for supporting fast fashion but will then go to the thrift store and buy all of the plus size clothes. And the slow fashion industry in general isn't plus size friendly.

  • @edenashkenazi7609
    @edenashkenazi7609 4 роки тому +54

    As someone who recently started sewing clothes for myself, I really appreciate that you show all of the little mistakes (especially with stuff like the neckline that is SO HARD TO GET RIGHT). I always feel a bit self-conscious wearing them out (not that I can really go out much with lockdown, but still) because I know they don't look perfect, but seeing you wear them confidently and how it really doesn't make or break the piece is super helpful!!

  • @sarahbertot1702
    @sarahbertot1702 4 роки тому +64

    The best comment I could think of was "striped shirty make my eyes hurty" and I think that about sums up my mental state during the pandemic

  • @archaeogremlin
    @archaeogremlin 4 роки тому +29

    THANK YOU for doing it this way! So many thrift flips take perfectly serviceable plus size garments away from people who need them (as you so eloquently stated in the video). Using clothes you already own circumvents this problem entirely, is more sustainable, keeps thrifting accessible for people who can't afford to buy clothes otherwise, and has the benefit of being free :). I would love to see more "thrift flips" like this in the future because they are vastly superior

  • @andrewrobinson4019
    @andrewrobinson4019 4 роки тому +528

    Anne of Green Gables Voice: “Puff Sleeves!”

  • @Thetwinize
    @Thetwinize 4 роки тому +40

    you absolutely nailed with thrift flips are a problem. Getting larger sized at the thrift store is already difficult for the people that actually need them.. we have enough old or unwanted clothes in our closets. why don't we try to patch them together to create something new. so many options with the stuff you were already about to throw away.

  • @blacksheep1924
    @blacksheep1924 4 роки тому +486

    She went for hobbit pants, but my brain just reads whiskey grandpa.

  • @soullessnstereo
    @soullessnstereo 3 роки тому +27

    "I overwatered it, in a panic," is the epitome of plant lady struggles. I feel you, Rachel, I feel you. Also, LOVE the PoTC bit 😂

  • @lulumoon9
    @lulumoon9 4 роки тому +80

    "If you didn't try doing something you knew absolutely nothing about - was it even a pandemic?" Brilliant line for these times!!!

  • @loriar1027
    @loriar1027 4 роки тому +125

    When I was in high school in the 70s, we called those secret pants “coulots” (though I’m not sure of the spelling) and they were quite popular. We often wore them with tall boots. The blue dress is very flattering on you.

    • @mala3isity
      @mala3isity 4 роки тому +7

      I like the whimsy the higher waistline gives the blue dress. I liked it better before the belt was added.

    • @glittery_cucumber
      @glittery_cucumber 4 роки тому +10

      @Tracy Lynn Culottes

    • @emmapalmer7946
      @emmapalmer7946 4 роки тому +2

      They made a comeback in the 2000's which I was quite pleased about. My comfiest work pants, by far!

  • @rhysandmiles
    @rhysandmiles 4 роки тому +136

    I really appreciate editing Rachel. Bless her cameos and her work.

  • @jackiejames4551
    @jackiejames4551 4 роки тому +51

    This was fun, I wouldn't mind seeing more of these projects.

  • @kimberlynann
    @kimberlynann 4 роки тому +62

    THE FREAKING OVERALLS OH MY GOD. Destroying all my biases against overalls

    • @guidetoanything
      @guidetoanything 4 роки тому +19

      Lightwash denim, farmer.
      Darkwash denim, artist.
      Colored denim, chic.

    • @guidetoanything
      @guidetoanything 4 роки тому +1

      @Cassandra Doerksen No problem haha it's just my opinion on how overalls look, but other opinions are perfectly good for other people :)

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +9

      😂😂😂🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @mircat28
      @mircat28 4 роки тому +1

      Those are not overalls overalls have a bib front all one piece. The pants are knickerbockers.

    • @guidetoanything
      @guidetoanything 4 роки тому +1

      @@mircat28 she actually was wearing overalls while making one of the designs, dark denim ones, also she left the pants she made open at the shin so they are more like culottes or cut off capris than knickerbockers, but your idea is a great name for the "secret pants" and I vote that we officially call them "new-knickerbockers"

  • @fbb8983
    @fbb8983 4 роки тому +166

    Rachel, I’d love to see you try to recreate Satine’s red dress from Moulin Rouge! I don’t think anyone on UA-cam has done it, yet. I can’t find any videos. It would be awesome to see your take on it!

    • @GeoffrytheButler
      @GeoffrytheButler 4 роки тому +13

      I would scream and then immediately remake it with her. I freaking ADORE that movie

    • @fbb8983
      @fbb8983 4 роки тому +9

      @@GeoffrytheButler Yes!! I’d love to see her do it. That red dress is iconic!

    • @Indideed
      @Indideed 4 роки тому +3

      Cosplayhistorian on IG made a clorious version 😊

    • @MissKittyMilk
      @MissKittyMilk 4 роки тому +6

      YESSSSS!!!! Rachel would look fantastic as Satine 💖💖💖

    • @5239-f4i
      @5239-f4i 4 роки тому +2

      Omg YES PLEASE

  • @MildredCady
    @MildredCady 4 роки тому +352

    “Finding larger sizes can already be hard enough without people picking them up just to turn them into something else…”
    Thank you thank you thank you…
    Signed a plus size thrifter/amateur seamstress.

    • @kayleigh1296
      @kayleigh1296 4 роки тому +3

      I love your hair

    • @MildredCady
      @MildredCady 4 роки тому

      @@kayleigh1296 Thanks. I’m more of a redhead at the moment but I may go back to purple (or at least partially so) in the future.

    • @mandycollins8795
      @mandycollins8795 4 роки тому +1

      Amen!

    • @jasmineventura8907
      @jasmineventura8907 4 роки тому +3

      So glad she touched on this! Specially in areas where people really need thrift stores for the affordability.

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +6

      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @nonamerooster5413
    @nonamerooster5413 4 роки тому +50

    Is anyone going to say that Rachel's editing skills are amazing!? Cause I just laughed at the plant bit.

  • @mountainjune
    @mountainjune 4 роки тому +3

    Yeah, when I saw you use the back pattern peice for the neckline the seamstress in me was like 'NOOOOOO!' - in a Darth Vader voice. It turned out cute but invariably as you learned there is a reason for everything when it comes to a pattern. Sewing is a learning process though, and it's great to see you continuing the journey and not throwing up your hands as so many do. Keep sewing! 👍🏼Also, LOOOVVVED the plant lady skit. I can only sometimes keep plants alive but never inside, and only if they're hard to kill.

  • @MayLina
    @MayLina 4 роки тому +135

    Rachel: carefully choose patterns for thrift flips
    Me: LET'S WING IT BABY

  • @kristinearnest343
    @kristinearnest343 4 роки тому +83

    Rachel’s style is my desired aesthetic, literally every outfit she puts together is *chef’s kiss*

    • @essencebeasley6524
      @essencebeasley6524 4 роки тому +2

      I was just asking where to get plus size vintage aesthetic clothes because everything for I can find is rockabilly/pin up style, and I gave Rachel as more of the direction I'm trying to go. Old-fashioned, but not of a specific era. A combination of vintage, thrifted, and modern.

    • @kristinearnest343
      @kristinearnest343 4 роки тому

      @@essencebeasley6524 that’s literally the most perfect description

  • @JennyDavid
    @JennyDavid 4 роки тому +56

    Oh my good golly!! "Plants ye be warned" had me roaring!! Yes, very worth the editing. Thanks for that 😂

    • @parryyotter
      @parryyotter 4 роки тому +1

      I laughed really loudly

    • @preciousypenguino
      @preciousypenguino 4 роки тому

      It was so perfect! I do not have a green thumb, that's how my plants end up too 😆😬

  • @SalindaNichols
    @SalindaNichols 4 роки тому +274

    Who among us does not have a clothes pile we intend to sell, but it just stays there and stares at us...and judges us

    • @helenedussaussois4879
      @helenedussaussois4879 4 роки тому +8

      I stored THE pile in my son's room... He was supposed to take a nap and now the clothes are all over the place! 🙈

    • @lemmetalkaboutthis
      @lemmetalkaboutthis 4 роки тому +10

      I just give up eventually and just donate them in one swoop 😅

    • @SalindaNichols
      @SalindaNichols 4 роки тому +6

      @@lemmetalkaboutthis that's what I end up doing too! I have modified a few things myself, but 99% is straight to the charity shop after a year of babysitting it haha

    • @lemmetalkaboutthis
      @lemmetalkaboutthis 4 роки тому +2

      @@SalindaNichols yeah, we have a drop off container basically down my street, so homestly it's pretty easy to cycle out either thrifted or old clothes that I don't wear anymore anyway 😁

    • @badwolftina8716
      @badwolftina8716 4 роки тому +3

      I know I do! It's been staring at me reproachfully for well over a year now. I'm feeling judged by a pile of clothing...

  • @Mezzanotte33
    @Mezzanotte33 4 роки тому +80

    About the pants: Keep them secret. Keep them safe.

    • @leemasters3592
      @leemasters3592 3 роки тому +8

      My first thought on the pants reveal was ooh pockets then immediately "what has it got in its pocketsies"!

  • @allyssamccray7380
    @allyssamccray7380 4 роки тому +46

    "Rachel, what are you doing??" Rachel, running with arms full of ol' clothes to the basement: "On an adventure!" But then it just clips right into Smaug's Hoard

  • @donjeputnam3004
    @donjeputnam3004 4 роки тому +43

    Shout out to editing Rachel, who works so hard for so little screen time and not even a end credit! 😂. Also I sew vicariously through you because I can’t drive the sewing machine and speed sew.

  • @VBirchwood
    @VBirchwood 4 роки тому +200

    "Thrift flips" is basically the 2021 version of historical alterations when the styles would change drastically all of a sudden 😂

    • @TheCastilloFamilyAK
      @TheCastilloFamilyAK 4 роки тому +2

      Can you imagine.... what a headache.

    • @VBirchwood
      @VBirchwood 4 роки тому +8

      @@TheCastilloFamilyAK definitely a headache! But it gave mantuamakers and tailors work, many who devoted their entire lives to the craft. Nowadays, few people get clothing altered, and the dressmaking and tailoring industries are sadly dying away.

    • @TheCastilloFamilyAK
      @TheCastilloFamilyAK 4 роки тому +4

      @@VBirchwood you’re right. Unfortunately what can we do in this fast-paced now now now world. Sigh.

    • @annbrookens945
      @annbrookens945 4 роки тому +1

      I esentially stopped sewing when I realized that I could buy a finished garment cheaper that I could buy a pattern and notions, let alone the fabric! Yes, I know that sewing enabled me to ensure fit and style and color to fit my aesthetic...yeah, yeah. I'm still broke.

    • @VBirchwood
      @VBirchwood 4 роки тому +2

      @@annbrookens945 I spent many years of my life completely broke, so I know where you are coming from (to whatever degree I possibly could without being in your exact shoes) and I'm terribly sorry that you're going through it. I know that sewing garments isn't available to everyone for a variety of reasons, financial being one of them, but I simply think that there are a lot of people who could repair old garments or make their own, or hire a clothing artist to design one for them who absolutely do have the means, and then just either choose to shop fast fashion because of convenience or because they just don't realise how it impacts the trade and also the environment. Also, much as historical folks did who maybe could only afford 3-4 proper outfits a year, they would have them made high quality so that initial expenditure was high, and then just repair repair repair. This system isn't suited for all, but I do think there is something to learn from the culture of alterations and dressmaking.

  • @michaeldomeier
    @michaeldomeier 4 роки тому +155

    “How did I let it get to this point?”
    Spoken like a true crafter.

  • @Gwen34900
    @Gwen34900 3 роки тому +44

    "If you didn't try on baking during lockdown, was it even a pandemic?"
    Me who loved baking before the Rona: I made French baguette bread for the first time. OMG she's right!

  • @SwitzerlandxAustria
    @SwitzerlandxAustria 4 роки тому +6

    I love how Rachel includes the extra things that might happen along the way. Like the bread breaking that was so fun to see as well. Also shows that more happens than just filming projects during the day.

  • @sarahbeth124
    @sarahbeth124 4 роки тому +100

    I love how”editing Rachel” feels like a whole other person. 😝
    On the fit of the gingham top, I’m wondering if taking it in at the shoulder seam would help? Basically making the front a tiny bit shorter via the shoulder seam. That would pull it a little tighter and perhaps stay in place? No idea if that would work, but that’s the thought i had while watching..... 🤷🏻‍♀️

  • @51stcenturyblues
    @51stcenturyblues 4 роки тому +66

    There was a thrift/consignment/vintage stuff store in my home town that would have literal "pile sales" once a month where they would pile all the non-aesthetic clothing they got on the back porch and let people climb all over and grab what they wanted. You could find the weirdest stuff one day (like a set of cheerleader outfits???) or the next month the most frilly normycore 90s dresses and come away with a trash bag full of clothes for super cheap, if you fully embraced the weirdness (and washed everything immediately like omfg it was kinda super gross). I still have skirts and dresses from pile sales 10 years ago and they suddenly came "into fashion"

    • @natashah3687
      @natashah3687 4 роки тому

      We had a $2 a bag day at the thrift store in my small town and it was fabulous.

  • @basementdwellercosplay
    @basementdwellercosplay 4 роки тому +167

    Rachel's overalls outfit gives me elementary school art teacher who is just here to have fun vibings

    • @WitchOracle
      @WitchOracle 4 роки тому +10

      I would go back to elementary school if Rachel would be my art teacher lol

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +11

      Hahahha my life goal 😂

  • @GeeklingNo1
    @GeeklingNo1 3 роки тому +3

    You did every kind of thrift flip; refitting, redesigning, and basically use the old fabric to make a whole new piece. I totally love it!

  • @rachelbruntz9858
    @rachelbruntz9858 4 роки тому +44

    Thank you for commenting on what "usually" happens in thrift thrift videos. It frustrates me so much to see plus size clothes get cut up, especially as a plus size thrifter.

  • @berrykit
    @berrykit 4 роки тому +31

    I love that you mentioned lack of size availability as an issue with thrift flips! Brilliant video😍

  • @Caroline28483
    @Caroline28483 4 роки тому +35

    4:31 Yes!! This has always always always bugged me about thrift flips!! Finding clothes in plus size that you like can be really hard and it's always annoyed me to see people chop up plus size clothing to make a matching top and mini skirt or a dress. I've never really been able to articulate why but I think you hit the nail on the head.

  • @leonapage
    @leonapage 4 роки тому +35

    As a bigger lady, THANK YOU for not buying larger sizes to adapt! Yes its hard to find nice clothes in my size, so I appreciate your thoughtfulness 💕

  • @Panthia_Poe
    @Panthia_Poe 3 роки тому +5

    Mistakes are only a way to learn! I love learning!! You're so young, learning so much... you'll be a grandmother of wisdom in your golden years.

  • @samanthasmith7885
    @samanthasmith7885 4 роки тому +4

    'Plants, ye be warned' killed me. I'm covertly watching youtube at work because we're really slow in January, and I think I just gave it away by cackling at my computer screen... I always enjoy your sense of humor, but this video especially made me laugh all the way through! Also, you've really inspired me to overcome my toxic perfectionist tendencies, and just go for it with craft projects. So, thank you!

  • @lindsayjsolomon
    @lindsayjsolomon 4 роки тому +47

    THANK YOU for talking about the problem with thrifting larger sizes!

  • @Aftin148
    @Aftin148 4 роки тому +62

    Thank you for talking about people just sizing down plus-size items. It's always such a frustrating thing to see things bought just to be shrunk down.

    • @BURZZA3G
      @BURZZA3G 4 роки тому +13

      Especially if you're already a large girl and would love to try thrift flipping. No one talks about that challenge!

  • @jennylawson1980
    @jennylawson1980 4 роки тому +23

    This thrift flip, was exactly how you honestly are supposed to do one ❤️ Your authenticity proves that with a little patience something beautiful and better can come out of anything.

  • @lebba9393
    @lebba9393 4 роки тому +108

    "Or old vintage items, which I probably shouldn't be storing in a massive dumpster of clothing in my basement"
    *sits in massive dumpster of clothing*
    AMAZING

  • @gabeparent3413
    @gabeparent3413 4 роки тому +16

    lol I love that you took the time to edit in a clip of a plant coming home and being warned to stay away🤣

  • @yasminceleste3844
    @yasminceleste3844 4 роки тому +48

    First time that (living in Europe) I get to see this as soon as it goes up! I’m so happy :D

    • @helenedussaussois4879
      @helenedussaussois4879 4 роки тому +1

      Same!!! 😍

    • @martak2737
      @martak2737 4 роки тому +1

      The privilege of being European and awake xD

    • @DieAlteistwiederda
      @DieAlteistwiederda 4 роки тому +1

      First time I see it within an hour of it being uploaded and not almost a day later.

  • @anightscarlet
    @anightscarlet 4 роки тому +42

    You could add a drawstring to the bottom of each pant leg and a snap button detachable cuff to have both secret pants and fitted pants :)

  • @mimidoll13
    @mimidoll13 4 роки тому +54

    The problem with people using large clothing items to make something for a smaller person is that it digs into the small amount of clothing for larger people as well. Small people can fit into large clothing items and call them oversized but it doesn't exactly go the other way around. Thank you Rachel for pointing this out!

  • @thoughtsofanobody
    @thoughtsofanobody 4 роки тому +2

    I am legitimately proud of you for the homemade cut scene AND the wasted time editing the plant bit. Which BTW I totally relate to so not a waste in my opinion.

  • @sveapollock2537
    @sveapollock2537 4 роки тому +1

    Loved this. We all need to be more mindful about buying things that will wind up in a landfill somewhere. All your flips are adorable and so you. You might want to pick apart the shoulder seams on the blue gingham blouse and take a little bit out of the front shoulder piece only. Taking a little more off the neckline side tapering toward the shoulder. Alter the facing the same. It will help. I also have a generous bosom. When I started sewing I had the same problem with square necklines. A friend of mines mother showed me how to do this and how to cut a square neckline to alleviate that gaping issue. You’re making great progress on you sewing journey.

  • @matthewmann8969
    @matthewmann8969 4 роки тому +96

    Glad to see that people still do there own home sewing, tailoring, quilting, nitting, croacheing, rug hooking, latch hooking, And laniarding

    • @parryyotter
      @parryyotter 4 роки тому +4

      You must be new here lol

    • @amakerwitch
      @amakerwitch 4 роки тому +3

      Honestly every time I think we need something for the house (curtains, placemats, flower pots, pillows, etc.) my very very first thought is “how can I make that?” I wanted a basket for picking flowers and herbs from my garden so I spent $25 on a basket weaving kit. There’s something really seductive about making things that are also useful and wearable.

  • @kalliedoscope
    @kalliedoscope 4 роки тому +20

    Okay so perhaps this may seem like a “boring” idea, but I’d really like to see you take clothes that you love but don’t quite fit right and tailor them to your body and how you go about that. I know you’re not trying to become a seamstress channel, but your editing humor could make it an interesting but informative video series (like 1x/month.) Seeing you tackle tailoring pants to fit your waist properly or a blouse to fit your bust (and not gap at the buttons) would be 😙👌. I think tailoring is the next big part of sustainable fashion, but it can be unaffordable for many. It could also be a part of a cosplay video - finding an item of clothing to suit the character and then making it suit you?
    I’m just really interested in learning how to sew now because of you. I already have too many hobbies so I won’t let myself buy a sewing machine yet, but SOON.

    • @neuswoesje590
      @neuswoesje590 4 роки тому +1

      yess!! especially the bust part. that's the biggest reason I want to start learning to sew

    • @thepuddleclub
      @thepuddleclub 4 роки тому +1

      I am interested in seeing stuff from this potential series idea, too! from a sustainability standpoint, it's great to be able to alter clothing that you already have and don't fully love into something that actually fits your body and style :)

    • @neuswoesje590
      @neuswoesje590 4 роки тому +2

      @@thepuddleclub plus people can change sizes, I would love to be able to adjust my clothes instead of having to buy it in new!

  • @Sleipnirseight
    @Sleipnirseight 4 роки тому +124

    Step 1: Look at clothing hoard
    Step 2: Make plan to sort the hoard
    Step 3: Watch video of Rachel sorting hoard instead

    • @rachelmaksy
      @rachelmaksy  4 роки тому +11

      Hahahahha relatable 😂❤️❤️

    • @neuralmute
      @neuralmute 4 роки тому +7

      @@rachelmaksy Well hey, you've inspired me to actually attempt to try sorting my horde!
      (When I pry my butt up and away from this laptop! XD)

    • @michelledowdy5816
      @michelledowdy5816 3 роки тому +3

      My step 4: order more fabric online to add to fabric hoard.

    • @Sleipnirseight
      @Sleipnirseight 3 роки тому

      @@michelledowdy5816 hahhaha guilty as charged

  • @andreevaillancourt2177
    @andreevaillancourt2177 3 роки тому

    You make me long for the days of ladies sewing circles. Which predate me considerably, except for in the museum costumer world of which I was a part when I was a young'n and of course amongst those who quilt by hand on a large frame. There is just something about the commaradery and the willingness to share knowledge of the art form amongst fellow sew-ers that just gives me the warm fuzzies inside. Kind of like when watching your dog walk all over your fabric on the floor, or your pattern pieces, or both. He's such a sweetie.
    There is a group in my area, which of course is shut down due to the Pandemic. Which is why it is so awefully nice to be able to watch your videos, on most Fridays. Thanks a bunch.

  • @mdavis2271
    @mdavis2271 3 роки тому +2

    I'm sure there's little chance that this will be seen, but maybe consider sewing on a small piece of fabric on the inner side of both pant legs with a button hole. Attach a button above the bits of fabric and a button on the direct opposite side of the pant leg that the fabric is on. That way you can tighten the pants like you would a shirt sleeve or unbutton them for the looser look. Then you can have the best of both worlds!

  • @jenniferdirocco3862
    @jenniferdirocco3862 4 роки тому +78

    For the gingham, maybe you elasticate the neckline to give it some “grab” on your shoulders? Or just a bit around the shoulder area might work.

    • @kme
      @kme 4 роки тому +1

      I thought of this too, only you worded it so much better (and sooner lol) than I did. 😁

    • @wanjahe8749
      @wanjahe8749 4 роки тому

      Or maybe bias tape. I tend to finnish necklines with storebaught bias tape when i don't want to do a facing

    • @mala3isity
      @mala3isity 4 роки тому +2

      Elastic across the tops of the sleeves would work. To keep a smooth line maybe the adjustable bra strap trick might work. Take the straps from a defunct or hated bra, sew the beginning and the ring end to the front and back. Tack the first 2/3ish to the top sleeve leaving the adjustable part free till the try-on. If you sew the adjustable to the front, it makes it a lot easier to wear.
      You could also replace the fabric in the back (white with the hem trim across the top?) and make it look like a fashion statement. "Mistake?! Nooooo! Don't be silly."

  • @missshelleysuzanne
    @missshelleysuzanne 4 роки тому +16

    That plant edit was everything 😂. Thank you for everything you do, seriously 🙌🏻 my mental health appreciates it

  • @jessicastevens5782
    @jessicastevens5782 4 роки тому +23

    i've also busted out my black thumb on a bunch of new plants. when I over-watered them, found something that said to take them out of the pots & put them on newspaper. the air getting to the sides and wicking of the paper can dry out the soil faster, and it will be ready to repot - already out and not just moving sodden soil from 1 to another

    • @parryyotter
      @parryyotter 4 роки тому +1

      Get an app that tracks watering. It helps a lot to prevent overwatering.

  • @4leafclover133
    @4leafclover133 4 роки тому +1

    You did a great job! I didn't have a lot of money growing up so I started recreating hand me downs or thrift store items when I was in my teens. I have always loved to sew but I am still lost when it comes to patterns. I basically just looked at the way something was made and tried to copy that. I am currently working on three pairs of faux corduroy pants for a friend. She wants them to be bell bottoms. This is probably the 10 th pair of bells I have made for her. Thank you for all your great content. I love your sense of humor and you help to motivate me to keep learning how to get better at sewing. Thank you Rachel

  • @harelquindemon
    @harelquindemon 4 роки тому +2

    I'm loving the extra editing Rachel in the last couple videos!

  • @dmp1177
    @dmp1177 4 роки тому +99

    Relating to you hardcore trying to get the word “particularly” out😀 I’m an English teacher, and I stumble over words in class allll the time and pull the ole “yup, I have an English degree” joke with my students🥲😂❤️

    • @JennaMcCallister
      @JennaMcCallister 4 роки тому +6

      For me, it’s “edited.” 🤣

    • @dmp1177
      @dmp1177 4 роки тому +2

      @@JennaMcCallister YES I can end up with an extra “ed” on there somehow😆

    • @elliewinthrop5087
      @elliewinthrop5087 4 роки тому +4

      Same! I've told my students, "When you learn a lot of words, you're bound to forget some of them along the way."

    • @13LavenderRose
      @13LavenderRose 4 роки тому +1

      Agreed but from a science standpoint XD

    • @dmp1177
      @dmp1177 4 роки тому

      @@elliewinthrop5087 Genius!! I’ll have to use that one!😆

  • @saphirephoenix1173
    @saphirephoenix1173 4 роки тому +112

    Miss Rachel, how could you forget Frodo's Jacket?! You've done a Thrift Flip....just not for yourself.

  • @MattAndImprov
    @MattAndImprov 4 роки тому +14

    I've seen a bunch of "my old stuff I don't wear" or "my mom's clothes from the 80s" flips
    (as opposed to going to the store to look for something to adjust or something to use to imitate a trend)
    You're on point with this.

  • @mikeythewitch3596
    @mikeythewitch3596 3 роки тому +1

    Thank you so much for not just going out and getting a plus size garment only to make it smaller. As a plus size woman a huge pet peeve of mine is thinner people snagging clothes that would fit me and wearing them as 'stylishly oversized' or cutting it up to make smaller. While I get that in order to make something, you sometimes need a lot of cloth, which you can get from larger articles of clothing, it is already hard for me to find clothes that fit well, especially from thrift stores.

  • @charlirogers6235
    @charlirogers6235 4 роки тому

    You make me so happy. I can just watch your videos and get inspiration and be entertained. Your energy is great. I watch tons of sewing/costuming/cosplay videos and yours is one of the best hands down. You are never boring, I always learn something new, and I smile for 30 minutes. Me and my husband have a code for people we think are cool, we say, "I'd have dinner with em". Meaning, they're someone you could have a meal, conversation, and memories with. You, I'd have sushi with you. Keep up the great work. You're a shining star on UA-cam!!!

  • @teanettle6670
    @teanettle6670 4 роки тому +15

    white blouse, blue skirt
    Rachel: reverse reverse! haha love it!

  • @amandamfds
    @amandamfds 4 роки тому +6

    The editing in the last videos are superb, Rachel! Not that it wasn't before... It's just that those silly comedic bits are delightful. You rock!

  • @joforthesummer
    @joforthesummer 4 роки тому +63

    I would highly recommend Rosery Apparel's thrift flips here on youtube, she does a lot of similar things like taking the skirt off a dress so it's a top or recutting a dress so it just fits better. None of that superglue shit

    • @guinevere1165
      @guinevere1165 4 роки тому +6

      Yes, only hot glue in this channel

  • @sweetpea5539
    @sweetpea5539 3 роки тому

    Creating a facing for your blouse AND under stitching the facing (see Evelyn Wood for guidance) will REALLY improve your necklines.
    It’s also really worth finishing your seams. The garments will look and fit better. Sew a seam, finish the seam, press. Repeat. Repeat. Repeat. It’s made a WORLD of difference for me!! Bernadette Banner is great for learning about finished seams while a serger is AMAZING (I’ve borrowed one). Janelle of Rosery Apparel is another sewing gem.
    Beautiful inspiration! Adding some finesse to your sewing will make your garments more pleasing for you to wear and dramatically improve their longevity.
    Thank you! Love your humor😊

  • @NDH
    @NDH 3 роки тому +2

    That plant bit was so worth it!🌿

  • @emilymaxey4812
    @emilymaxey4812 4 роки тому +9

    I always watch your videos when I fold my laundry, I usually have to look through your older videos to find something new. And today when I sat down with my cup of tea and clean clothes ready to be folded, I opened up UA-cam and you uploaded a new video! Perfect timing. Thank you for keeping me company while I do my most boring chores. :)

  • @kimberlyh.753
    @kimberlyh.753 4 роки тому +37

    Really appreciate your comment on not trying to grab up the plus sized clothing at thrift stores!

  • @marzipeach
    @marzipeach 4 роки тому +104

    Rachel: This video will probably scream pure chaos
    Me: I'm here for the chaos!

    • @twistedtulip8685
      @twistedtulip8685 4 роки тому +3

      Was that an illymations reference?

    • @januzzell8631
      @januzzell8631 4 роки тому +2

      Indeed! Let Chaos Reign!

    • @marzipeach
      @marzipeach 4 роки тому +1

      @@twistedtulip8685 yes, another amazing red-head! (which is probably why I thought of that)

    • @mouseluva
      @mouseluva 4 роки тому

      I'm here for the chaos!!

  • @charmainegarnham9722
    @charmainegarnham9722 4 роки тому

    It’s amazing how you changed the clothes that fit you instead of buying larger clothes to get the fabric. Bravo! 👏 👏👏👏👏

  • @saoirsesigurardottir5105
    @saoirsesigurardottir5105 4 роки тому +1

    The plants segment was my favorite. Let’s give you an Emmy. Or an Oscar. 10/10 quality content.

  • @martinarasch5994
    @martinarasch5994 4 роки тому +16

    YES thank you for not buing large sizes just to remake them. It's actually really hard to find second hand clothing if you're over a certain size.

  • @drunkhyena
    @drunkhyena 4 роки тому +48

    I was NOT prepared to have my eyeballs assaulted by those cursed clown paintings

  • @ducko34
    @ducko34 4 роки тому +27

    Those green hobbit pants are truly the best piece of clothing I have ever seen

  • @katiespiker6217
    @katiespiker6217 4 роки тому +1

    Ahhh I loved all of them! The color of the secret pants is to die for! I love love love.

  • @imdivyamenon
    @imdivyamenon 4 роки тому +2

    I have a suggestion for the gingham top... you can add an elastic to the neckline from the front to the back, over each shoulder. I find using a facing for necklines and "understitching" helps with finishing and overall smoothness.