The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Being a Man in the Sewing and Quilting World
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- Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
- Hello Shiny Crafty People and welcome back to the channel!
Today I'm gonna talk about my experience being a man in the sewing and quilting world!
It's been mostly good, but I do share a bad story and one that's actually quite ugly, but luckily those were pretty far in the past and I don't think they are as likely to happen in a more enlightened world.
Since my audience is typically 90% female, I thought you might be interested in what I've experienced and how I've benefited by being an outlier in a female-dominated world.
As I say in the video, I have been so blessed by being around so many smart and kind women in my sewing journey. I make these videos each week because the sewing and quilting world is something special to my heart and I appreciate all of the great connections. I hope you enjoy this video and, until next time, STAY CRAFTY!!
Bye for now.
I was also the only girl in auto shop in high school. My father wouldn’t let me get my drivers license without taking it. He didn’t want me needing to rely on anyone else “a guy” to help me out if stuck somewhere. I really felt proud of myself when I passed the class.
When I was in HJr. and Senior Hi, Girls were not allowed to take shop. I am not sorry for what I learned in home ec. But I would have liked to take shop too. I learened how to rebuild cylinders for brakes (before disc breaks) change a tire fast, and lots of other car stuff. I also was my father's firat born sun so I did shop work with him.
I am always very proud of you and the man you are. Nothing anyone ever says matters. I'm glad you have supporters, as you deserve them. Love you! - Mom
❤ how sweet ❤
When I was a kid, My Mom only hand sewed to fix, but my father made ties. He wore them to work and sold some to boot. His Mother and sister sewed. Ironically, my mom desperately wanting a nap in late pregnancy, handed me (a four yr old) a threaded needle, fabric and scissors. She said make something for my doll and I was off to the races. In jr. high, sewing in the home economics room at the high school with my dad sewing ties at another machine was Special. Dad was the man in the fabric store and took me as I couldn't rid a bicycle that far. I didn't think it unusual. My four boys and a daughter all know how to work the machines and have one of their own. Yes, I understand I'm an enabler!. Even my only son-in-law got his own Embroidery machine from me. He took to it like a duck to water the first time. My grandchildren get cranky when the don't get their turns making something. I hope they always want to sew and create to make the world a happier more enjoyable place and that they can continue to pass the needle on to their families. Bravo to your grandma and mom for sharing a very valuable asset and skill with you. As to the trolls of the world, keep ignoring them. They have an opinion, but why should we be bothered. Sew on!
People who teach their kids to sew are doing an amazing service to the future! Thank you for teaching your family.
I started teaching Home Ec in 1974. We did everything to get “ guys” in our classes and encouraged “gals” into the ag mechanics and construction classes. We did projects together across departments including repair & decorating of a donated water damaged mobile home. Valuable lessons all around!!
My husband grew up in an upholstery business ran by his father. He can sew and upholster anything! He started making potholders a couple of years ago, he was horrified at the cost of those loops so I taught him how to single stitch crochet and he crocheted his own loops then wove them! They are beautiful! He has a great eye for colors.
One of our four sons, while in high school, took Home Economics ( sewing class) he absolutely loved it and made several little items that to this day he still has. Then he would run across campus to football practice. He is the one in his family that sews on the buttons and hems the pants and general repair, bigger problems come to me.
I as a woman can do many things with thread and yarn but I am also good with a band saw. Talent doesn’t know gender!
Love your channel ❤ and hey I am also 65! I’m in the groove.
My mother’s mother (born in 1888) made everything for her rural household (curtains, rugs, quilts, etc.) except for jeans for the men. My mother refused to learn how to sew, preferring to be outside with the horses. So when I, a daughter, came along, she could not or would not pick up a needle and thread (she was a great mother, nonetheless! 🩷). So my dad, a very creative man, fixed every hem, button, etc. for our family. One time I wanted my initials sewn onto my gym suit, and he lovingly tackled that task. So I praise all the men who are man enough to sew, quilt, craft, etc.! Love you, Tim!
That’s wonderful!
People who don’t create, suppressed creatives, don’t get it. Keep creating!,
I like your channel and presentation style. I'm in your female, over 65 demographic and only care about how you sew stuff and share sewing ideas. Hang in there.
👍. Happy I recently started watching your videos....76 years old and started sewing in my teens...started and stopped many times....but always come back to it. Thank you for your videos. 😀
I think it’s great that a man shares my passion. Or maybe it’s great that I as a woman shares your passion! A side note, my Dad knit mittens. It was fun to watch him knit while he watched the news.
I guess these people who would belittle anyone flr being in this industry have forgotten about the art of Tayloring! Men in Europe are apprenticed to sew to create beautiful clothing for mens suits and womens fine clothing. Its considered an honored position. Looking for local seamstresses and taylors in my area is not easy and is necessary. I appreciate the work you do and appreciate the taylors/seamstresses and sewers in general here on UA-cam who help me not to botch up a sewing job that I need to do. Thank you for sharing your gift on YT with us. You were a Godsend during covid.
Thank you so much for saying that! I really enjoyed making videos during COVID and even now. I'm glad we've weathered that because I don't have to make quite so many masks anymore and can make a bunch of other fun stuff! It's a thrill to find something fun to make next. LOL
It's tailor, tailored or tailoring.
I agree with what you’re saying however I have the impression you were speaking into your phone
“Tailoring” 🤣👍🏻
@jitweb
That’s exactly what I was thinking, men’s better clothing stores had men tailors and doing alterations. I did grow up watching my mother, who was an amazing seamstress so I have nothing but respect for people who sew. Keep on paying no mind to ignorant people. Thank you. Greetings from New York City 👍🏼🇵🇷🗽🙏
I want to see a photo of you in a Star Trek costume. A friend of mine was telling me that her daughter years ago was going to have her 6th grade photos taken. She laid out the outfit for the photos in the morning before leaving for work. Weeks later, the photo envelope showed up in the mail and here, her daughter decided at the last minute to wear a Star Trek costume and twisted her hair into Leia’s side hair buns, with very little hair. That photo will go down in family history and your costume will as well. Bravo to the brave creators!!!
yes, I'm in the demographic group female, more than 65 years old. I understand you being one of few men who quilt. I learned to sew as a child. By the time I got to my freshman year, I was done the Home Ec. I told my guidance counselor I wanted to take shop. He told me girls take Home Ec, boys take shop. I told him it shouldn't take 6 weeks to make a simple blouse or dress. He placed me in metal shop. First girl ever got A's. Keep making your great videos!
Good for you!!! I loved both shop and home economics and, seriously, they’re not that different. Just different materials manipulated by power tools.
My husband's mother made sure that he knew the basics of sewing when he went into the Navy and then to Vietnam. While on ship he made extra money heming trousers and pressing creases into sailer's uniforms. His sexuality was never questioned for doing this but others were amazed by his ability and he was actually crowned King of the Fleet at one time...we have photos. He had always been involved in mountain man activities in Washington State before we met, in fact that's how we met because I was involved in Revolutionary re-enactments after he moved to NC. Keep doing what you're doing and be proud of what you're doing. God Bless!🦅😇👍
@barbaraprice599 my son would tear button off his shirt rather than undo them. I made him sew them back on. Guess what! He joined the Australian navy any made money doing similar sewing tasks.
When I worked at Hobby Lobby, I had 2 couples who quilted together. I thought it was great. I loved helping them choose fabrics.
That’s lovely!
I sent my kids for sewing lessons. My boys didnt want their friends to know...peer pressure. The boys enjoyed it but did not keep it up. But they have the option. My daughter took shop. She made a amazing coffee table. She kept up sewing but not shop. But she learned skills. She was teased for her choice. Historically men did sew and other hand crafts. My dad was taught in the 1930's and 40's hand sewing while a patient in the hospital. Men did hand work as therapy after and during WW1. We put the constraints on people. I hope we can support people and be be better people.
I grew up in Okla (still here). I’ve sewn since I was 8, and designed my clothes in high school & my figure skating dresses for practice & competition. I wanted to be a fashion designer my whole life. Anyone who knows the fashion industry knows that 50% or more of designers are men & have been for some time. People are silly. But you are awesome Tim! 💜 your vids, keep ‘em coming!
I appreciate YOU I have followed you from those mask making days and will continue because of who you are and your content. ❤. Thank you!
Thanks so much!!
I’ve never thought about sewing being “woman’s work” because my older sister got the sewing gene in my family while I REPEATEDLY failed miserably at it-- by high school I was lucky just to be able to sew a button on by hand. 🤦♀️ Then as a theater major in college (some decades ago), there were several guys who designed and drafted patterns, sewed, and constructed wardrobe and costumes for productions. They also quilted and sewed a lot of their own personal clothing--and even knitted. They knew more about fabric and sewing and tailoring than anyone I’ve met since and made my much-dreaded rotation in the costuming department a LOT easier and much more fun than I could have imagined. I was more than impressed because they had me cutting and sewing--actually sewing period costumes on a REAL sewing machine!!!🙀--and even had me cutting out and sewing and constructing bustles and hats for one production. They NEVER patronized me or made me feel like sewing was something I SHOULD be able to do just because I was a female, nor did I feel that sewing was something they SHOULDN’T be doing just because they were males. They were simply talented people who just happened to be males--males who could sew rings around any woman!!! I learned SO much from them--and not just about sewing!!!
[One of the guys was the youngest Mardi Gras costume designer in NOLA--he had been doing it since high school--and he was in charge of designing and making costumes for the captain, king, queen, and court as well as designing and supervising the construction of riders’ costumes for one of the oldest parading krewes. (Of course this was back in the day when costumes were all locally made.)]
I think your UA-cam channel is helping to eliminate a lot of the “bad and the ugly” stereotyping just by being out here-- showing your talents and your skills AND your confidence in those talents and skills demonstrates that sewing and quilting are NOT gender-specific. (Unfortunately there are still some Neanderthals out there whose tin foil hats are WAY too tight!!! 🤦♀️🤷♀️🤦♀️)
Anyway, I LOVE your channel and I enjoy learning from you. I’m not a quilter--I can’t cut or sew accurately enough and I just don’t have the patience for all those little pieces of mis-matched fabrics 😂--and I basically sew simple craft items and tote bags--nothing complicated like period costumes with bustles or hats!!! 😂
THANKS for your channel!!! You ARE appreciated!!!
Thank you for your kind comments. Enjoy your crafting! I have several fun projects coming that you’ll enjoy!
In 1976 I was a Sr. in high school. I asked my best male friend to go to the prom with me, he was only a sophomore. I said I was going to make my prom dress, a very conservative long dress and he said he wanted to go to the fabric store with me! It was fun getting someone else's opinion on what color and type of fabric would look good with the pattern. I doubt any other guy in 1976 would have done that.
That’s so cool!
I’m new to your channel and I find it very refreshing to watch sewing videos done by a man. I’m really diggin’ it. There are tons of women’s sewing channels, but so few men. I had aunt who worked in a sewing factory and once told me that when sewing needed to be done in her house, she didn’t do it, my uncle did. He would do any of the mending and also make any clothing that was needed for their children. I thought that was the best. He learned to sew while he was in the Navy. It was just a part of who he was and he did well, just like you. Enjoy your success 😊.
I have some cherished items made by my Dad….. but my husband strongly feels that it is Women’s work!🙈 Bravo my friend, keep on stitching and stay crafty!💕
Husbands are sometimes wrong. It doesn’t make them bad people. Lol
I really appreciate your videos and honesty. My grandpa who was a carpenter and woodworker by trade started quilting with my gram when he retired. Still did woodworking but was quilting in his nursing home room until a few days before he passed at 99 yrs young, in december.
It really keeps the mind engaged and is so close to carpentry in the way it requires planning and layout and design.
Hey! That's how I started sewing! In high school I was really into Logan's Run, and I wanted to make a Sandman costume....I got hold of an actor who was in LR (as an "extra" who was running his own fan club/merchadise thing) and he advised me on dimensions, construction, materials etc on the uniform, went to a fabric store and as I was wandering around, one of the ladies there asked if I needed help...she brought to the fabric I needed, and I bought it! My mom taught me how to use her machine (she used to make clothes for us kids back then) and it was a great experience! I got back into sewing about 2000 (the year) because my daughter wanted a "Little House" dress for herself in order to learn how to sew...long story short I've been sewing off and on for the past 24ish years now, including making my own clothes after I transitioned (MtF). This hobby has brought some real joy into my life, then and now!
Thank you for making these videos, lots of really cool things in them, subscribed!
That’s so cool! I bet it really helps to know how to sew to be able to modify or sew clothes to fit your style now! Congrats on keeping your skills up.
Tim, I admire men that sew, quilt, knit, crochet, etc. Love your channel & you do things so effortless. Thank you so much. Oh and I’m 79 & sewing is my happy place❤️❤️. You are a breath of fresh air for sure!!!!
Thank you so much!
I consider sewing as an engineering endeavor. I'm not a quilter so I like to make interesting things in fabric. That's not a male or female thing, just creative. Keep on doing you.
Being in online quilting classes and watching online sale shows with some of the most amazing people, I now know many men who sew and are so good at it! Having seen their projects, I wonder if I’ll ever be that good. They are so fun to interact with on the live shows. I’m so happy I found this channel. 😊
Hi, I an old guy who has been sewing for over 46 years. I was never really concerned what people thought about me sewing way back then. However I find I get more comment these days. My standard comment is 'have you heard of Savile Row, it's full of men sewing'. My best store experience was when I went to buy a pattern and the women in shop as, why I wanted it. I explained I need it to make a block for my daughter's wedding dress. They were very happy as I purchased several hundred dollars of fabric.
Timothy, Thank you so much for sharing your experiences as a man in a woman's quilting world. Your story resonates deeply with us at Sword and Shield Notions. Our mission is to redefine the crafting industry by fostering an inclusive and empowering environment for all crafters. It's inspiring to see more diverse voices and perspectives in the quilting community. Together, we can break away from traditional market norms and create a space where everyone feels represented and validated. Keep up the amazing work! #MenWhoQuilt #QuiltersGonnaQuilt #DaBeardedQuilter #InclusivityMatters
So awesome! I’d love to chat with you about maybe collaborating in some way!
You explain clearly how to sew projects. Thank you so much. I love watching you and appreciate you showing us how to do projects. I also love your dollar tree shows and your storage ideas. I hope you continue doing UA-cam. I think you are amazing ❤️❤️❤️
Thanks! I definitely need to do more dollar tree shops! I’m gonna hit IKEA soon so that will be a fun one!
You are a great sewer! and some of my favorite knitters are Arne & Carlos in Norway!
Hey, just got pointed to this video and wanted to chime in as another guy who learned to sew from his grandmother. I can relate to a lot of what you said here. Got more back into sewing in the last few years and I’m looking forward to exploring your channel more. 🙏🏻
I started following you in 2020 because I liked your pattern. The. I saw you take a bedspread and made placemats. You awesome work.
❤ Tim I love your videos, love your content but mostly I watch them because I really like your style. You are down to earth, no nonsense, funny and readily admit when things don't go as planned. I do not care about your personal life, not my business, I just like spending time learning and seeing someone else's ideas with a totally fun person. Thanks for all your videos!! ❤❤❤
That’s so sweet to say! I really love making these videos. And I think about people just like you on the other side of the screen when I’m doing it. I’m so glad you enjoy them!
I gave all my grandchildren the experience of sewing something. They all enjoyed it, both boys and girls. None of them are sewing now as teens and adults, but they may feel confident to pick it up some day. I have personally known men who sewed so it doesn't seem odd to me.
I found your UA-cam channel during the pandemic. I didn’t realize you just started back then. Been following you since. You are inspirational. Keep doing what you do. You are helping so many people. My grandmother who came over from Europe was a seamstress/tailor. My mom got me working on her sewing machine the summer before I was to start Home Economics in Jr High. I’m still sewing. Just wish I had more time for it. If I make it to retirement, sewing/quilting is going to be my main focus.
Thank you so much!!
I always like it when a man is in one of my sewing classes. I wish more men would feel comfortable sewing, cuz I think they would really like it too. They shy way from it since they thing its a 'woman thing' I guess. Let's encourage more men to try it! Tim, your videos are really fun to watch. thanks for making them.
❤. I am glad to hear that the general climate is becoming more inclusive.
My dad (born 1939) and grandpa (born 1912) would both occasionally sit down at the sewing machine and make something they needed like a case for a special tool … neither would have ever considered actually going to a fabric store and having fabric cut.
So glad i found you one day!!! You are a great teacher. Refreshing to see guys sewing and crafting. Several of my favorite channels are all guys. You keep on being you !!!!
Thank you!
BAH HUMBUG to the haters. I know personally when I see a man in a fabric store I make it a point to engage them in conversation. I want everyone to be encouraged to participate in this generations old art - and yes - that is what it is.
I love your channel,you are a great teacher for the sewing craft. My family from Italy came to America and were tailors!
My Dad spent a whole winter in the 1950s knitting us mitts socks and hats while his 2 broken legs were healing😊He learned how to bake too❤
I was at Joannes recently and needed some fabric cut and was waited on by a young man. I just don't think about it! I have watched several tutorials by quilting men and enjoyed their perspective and I don't give a whit what their sexual orientation is. I enjoy seeing what people are making and getting inspiration no matter where it comes from!
It has certainly changed in the years since I started and I’m so glad for it. And I’m happy for the men who get work at fabric stores because they get to be surrounded by beautiful fabrics and lovely people who are usually making things to give away to others. It’s a good environment.
My dad's mom taught ALL her sons how to sew, cook, & do all the "traditional" women's chores...
In the Navy, WWII, dad earned extra "pocket" money tailoring the other guys uniforms... they were made as a one size should fit all.
He also ended up doing the cooking for the "officer's" mess as he could make it taste good.
When he married mom, he had to teach her to cook as neither she or her mother could cook. My mom had spent a good part of her life in hospital at that point & outside of a few weeks BEFORE they married had never, ever lived by herself, until dad died in 1983 & I moved out in 1993... She had an extremely hard time adapting to that & she really never learned to cook.
Tim, the first video I saw was with the Star Trek flat mask. What a winner! I had made over 600 masks but this one fit me properly- I have ten or fifteen that I still wear- I got COVID last Easter. I choose them to fit my moods, from chili peppers to bats, I can’t thank you enough for that particular tutorial. Presently I am making a mosquito jacket that is totally recycled (except for the thread). Keep putting out great videos.
So cool! Thanks!!!
People need to learn history in our world. Men used to be the Taylor’s and Milliners. I enjoyed chatting with the men that came in the store and hearing what they made. I had a guy who made drag costumes for people in Vegas. Timothy I have many good encounters with men but I have seen the ugly from people I worked with.
It’s interesting that it’s ok for a tailor, that at one time was dominated by men, sew and make clothing but not ok for a man to sew quilts and crafts. Unfortunately, stereotyping is still alive and kicking. I think it’s great to be able to get different perspectives from various people whether it’s a male or female. I really enjoy your channel and what you bring to the quilting community. Thank for being you. ❤
@patcorona5979 to the best of my knowledge there is one woman tailor on Savil Row. Traditionally woman have done a lot of behind the scene work for tailors.
I love a man's perspective on sewing, because no matter what you say it is different, and this adds spice and creativity to the craft. I love watching you, Tim. I have learned different ways to do things, and my favorite is the oil canvas bag...I am looking for an oil to do one with. Thank you for your contribution and the fun you add to the craft.
The problem I have with male sewers and quilters, is this: I've been quilting for 30 years, working to improve my skills. I keep seeing these guys who have been sewing for a year, winning prizes for their "art" quilts. One of these things is not like the other. I feel men get a huge break and tons of praise but don't have to put the work in. Your situation is obviously different. But if i see one more piece of floof on the wall with some thread work, I'm gonna bust. Make a block and don't lose the corners. Then we'll talk about stereotypes.
Timothy, you helped me re-learn to sew through your mask-making videos. Thank you!
You are so welcome. I am glad I’ve been able to help and it’s been my sincere wish to teach in such a way that anyone can learn how to do it.
Tim, I recently found your site and I think you are awesome. I am 83, quite active in all things sewing n farming. My family lives in Sarasota however I “worked for the man” for 45 years and now retired have a farm in Missouri. We never slow down. This world is quite ugly, in all aspects now and I refuse to add to it. If I saw you in a store I would ask your opinion on colors. I do the same in my hometown which is comprised of many Amish farms. Some Amish won’t talk to Englishers however if I have a question or concern I have no problem talking. Consequently my husband n I are well known in our area and have many friends. There is a group of us that get together on Thursday night, we cook dinner, sew, laugh n cry together. We are a good support group of English n Mennonite and they have had my back for years. I will tell them about your UA-cam site and I’m sure they will enjoy as much as I.
Love you and keep posting
Joy
Thank you for sharing! I love hearing stories like this. I’m glad you’re here!
I really enjoy watching your channel. I have learned so much
My brother in the 70s made a shirt & put his name on it. Wow I had thought
That man wore it all the time. He was so proud of it
So was i
That’s a great story about your brother. I’m proud of him too!
I am a man at 58 years old, Afro-American, living in Germany plus I need to use a wheelchair to get around because of my handicap.😂 owners of fabric stores or quilt shops are still amazed when I tell them exactly what I am there for to shop. They are even more baffled, when I am in to purchasing a new sewing machine. Having worked in a sewing machine shop for some time, I know how to use and operate a sewing machine. Sometimes I can even explain the machine better to them than they want to show me how it works. ❤😂😂😂❤
Steel Magnolias is one of my favorites!
Great Video! 100% Truth... Beautiful View
I’m soooo lucky to have been able to buy this house and wake up each morning to this view. It faces East so the sunrises are amazing!
My husband is also a quilter. He started quilting about 3 years ago and his skills are quite good. When we are in a quilt store he gets a lot of attention when others hear him talking about what fabric would be good for a quilt. Most of the women tell him that they wish their husbands would take up quilting so they could share the interest.
It’s got to be quite fulfilling to be able to talk shop with your spouse!!
You are awesome, and we have more men coming into the quilt I go to, and they love to embroider as well. We love the interaction.
As one of the bro’s who sews I hear you. I’ve had a very good time being a man who sews but…..it is very very female centric. The employees at sewing stores always look at me like I’m a bit odd.
One of my favorite things is when I walk up to an employee at a big fabric store they always cut me off and say “ the headliner fabric is on aisle 7” as if that’s the only thing men come in there to buy. Lol
I'm sorry you had to experience that bad behavior. Bravo to you for keeping your dream in view. If you don't learn to howl, you will never find your own pack! You found your sewing pack! Peace and blessings. - Lisa - (on the west coast of FL)
You are brilliant in what you share with us. Thank you so very much.❤
I think “brilliant” might be a tad generous! Lol
But I appreciate the sentiment. You are kind to say it and I am glad you enjoy what I do.
You are a really cool person and I love that lake view! I enjoy your videos too!
Tim, I like you,and enjoy watching all your videos.love your stories.you are a great wonderful person.i think men should know how to sew.❤
Thanks!! Yes, everyone should learn to sew. It’s a fantastic skill, especially for people to learn young.
I'm in China Grove, NC and I have been sewing for almost 60 years and I'm still learning thing...some good and some not good. Like you, I learned a lot from my grandmother and a lot of short cuts working in sewing factories. I enjoy watching the way you do things as opposed the way others do things ...some hacks work and some don't but I enjoy watching anyway. Keep up the good work 👍🥰.
Yes, yes, and yes about Steel Magnolias.
I thought 2 of my 3 Sons how to sew and quilt. All 3have respect for quilts and or cf
Crafters, my oldest son married an Art Teacher😊
I started watching you during th s Coviddisaster. Love watching you Be who you are. You are adorable. Who cares what other people think. Keep the videos coming!!!
I love your channel and your talent! You bring your own style and perspective that enhance our community! 😊
This is the second video of yours I have watched. I like you. I have subscribed and will continue to watch. God bless you, and may you continue to grow in the talents He has given you.
I am close in age to your typical audience. Looking forward to more videos.
For what it’s worth…. I enjoy your work and videos. I love the perspective men bring to the quilting world! Maybe one day you can do a video taking us into the world of sewing for funeral homes, what’s involved, level of difficulty, etc (not that I have any interest in doing that). I just find it an interesting thing.
That would be interesting! It’s definitely an industrial sewing situation - so different than what we all do in our home sewing studios.
I started following you in 2020 because I liked your pattern. The. I saw you take a bedspread and made placemats. You awesome work.
That is ugly at Walmart. Our store in northern Nv but was told everyone was taught how to cut fabric. And often had a guy cut my fabric.
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My dad taught me to darn and iron . Mum taught me to sew and my grandmother to knit and crochet . Dad said his mother thought all men should be able to look after themselves
She sounds like a smart person!
Love you!
Great advice!
I taught my son how to sell an as result of that when he was in the Navy he couldn’t make side money from Sewing buttons on uniforms when the other guys didn’t know how to do it
WTG Timothy Even the internet troll info superior, my friend. I enjoy your videos my friend. keep up the good things and enjoy the rewards.
It was my late father (an engineer) , who taught me how to sew on a vintage machine with a foot rocker.
He helped my grandmother with her sewing, when her eyesight, due to diabetes, started to wane.
To me, personally, I never care, what gender a person claims to be, when that person has the skills, I'll haunt the knowledge 😉
Btw, my father always had a better "eye" (feeling?) for material and colors then my late mother, who was better with scrutinizing sewing patterns for fashion (in particular changing the optics from a pattern to stay modern).
Take care - Europe🌷
My 2 boys know how to sew and even taught their wives. 4 of my grandsons know how to sew also. Thanks for the video! Amazing how hard it was for men to break into the sewing world.
Tim you have some very good points. I do like your channel. I love to see men sew too.
Interesting that this video popped up I my feed. Nice to meet you. 😊 I’m always searching for new creators, and I look forward to watching your channel….one more old lady in your demographics. 😅🤣😂 My mom was my first sewing teacher and my dad kept her machine running because he was our family fixer. I still sew on vintage machines and keep them running, so I feel a connection to both of them. Happy sewing! -Deborah
That’s a wonderful way to stay connected to them. I’m sure there’s a saying like “the family that sews together…” in there somewhere.
Thanks for joining me. Welcome!
Great video lovely place you have there! I feel intimidated going into small fabric and yarn shops, always feel unworthy even though I’ve been sewing and (trying to) knit since being a little kid, I’m a 58 year old married woman!
It can be difficult to overcome, but the more you tell yourself you belong, the more it will come true. I’m a very confident person and I still have to feelings of self-doubt about belonging sometimes. It’s okay but power through it!
I’ve learned a lot from you. And during the pandemic you helped me help others be safe with your mask sewing tutorials. Thank you
Thanks so much!!
why do people question why a man would be sewing? Most tailors are men, I think it's good for a man to know how to sew so he can replace a button if necessary or to hem his own pants, as well. As a grandmother, I have helped my grandson sew, too. I love to watch your channel because you explain things in a straightforward way without using a bunch of terms that I have no idea what they mean. Thanks, Timothy. ❤
The hair salon story is funny, because my mom and I went to a salon owned and operated by a man whose son I went to school with. And the owner did our hair. This was 50+ yrs ago in TN. The other stylists were women. My dad would take me to the barbershop with him, occasionally, to get my hair cut, too, by his barber man. I liked the barbershop better because it smelled better than the salon(perms).
Keep 'em coming Timothy😊
You got it!
You can be whatever you want to be! And I really enjoy watching your channel just keep on being you because you are awesome!
Thanks!! You’re very kind.
I'm so happy that you are confident in who you are and don't let anyone bother you because all that should matter is that you love yourself. If people can't be kind I wish they wouldn't say or do anything. We need all kinds of people on our lives or life would be so boring. I'm also so happy you were able to turn your passion into a great business. I just started sewing and I'm not sure what I'm doing yet but I am glad I am able to learn from people like you and others that teach sewing on UA-cam because I don't have anyone else that I know that sews. Thank you for doing your videos and helping people like me.
I’m so glad to hear this! I hope you keep sewing because it’s so fulfilling! No one knows anything and we are all still learning! Keep it up. I’m so happy to be one of your teachers.
@@timothytotten9409 thank you very much. There are so many things I want to sew all at the same time. Lol
Thank you for doing this video! I enjoyed listening to you.😊
Have no shame! You have taught me sooo much! Thank you!
All the big designer labels are men. I started doing Hawaiian quilting in 1976 after doing patchwork. There were men already in the quilting world, teaching and creating frames that fit over your domestic sewing machine to make it easier to quilt. From 76 on more and more men are quilting. Welcome to the quilting world. It's so exciting to sleep under a blanket that you made. I'm also a potter and the first time I ate from a bowl I made from dirt (more or less), wow! Will be watching your other videos. Aloha.
I.completely understand feeling uncomfortable in a store. I am an 83 year old woman who has always done the tasks around the house that required hand tools. I have been completely ignored in stores and even dismissed with a “no we don’t have any of those”. Then turning around 10 minutes later and going in the back and finding the item for my husband. Yes I made a scene and we did NOT buy the item. I’ve even been completely ignored when trying to buy a car. Thankfully things have changed since then.
Thoroughly enjoy your videos and your pleasing presentation.
That’s terrible!!! I can never understand the value of ignoring or under serving anyone, especially the women who make most of the large buying decisions in relationships!
Hello Shiny Crafty Timothy...love your videos..your personality..my father was an excellent fixer..you name it..he could fix it...but he could also make an excellent pot of chili...he could also run the vacuum cleaner when necessary..I grew up knowing I could do anything I wanted to..I can sew a fine seam...I can operate a scroll saw better than a lot of men...i can garden and dont mind tearing into anything to fix it..I have met men in the yarn dept. at hobby lobby...i have seen men in jo annes shopping...skills are not assigned by gender like a lot of people think..again..love your stuff..continue to be you!
I searched and viewed MANY mask videos and hands down I thought you were the best teacher. There is a quilt store, Quilt Bash, near Omaha NE that is owned by a man and his mother-in-law.
You are amazing ! When I think of all the men I know that can’t or won’t sew a stitch because it was the way they were brought up or their culture it floors me! Sewing is a life skill not a gender skill.
Just get my room ready, cause I am going to come stay with you and bring my fabric❤😊
I love your videos ❤. I made some clothing protectors for a friend this week after watching your video. It was so easy! ❤❤❤
I love it!!! I had fun making those clothing protectors and I’m so happy when people do something good with sewing. Thank you for doing that!!
Good for you be proud of yourself always . I have four sons and they are all different one no better than the other just good people
Tim, I really enjoyed this video! I’ve been with you from the beginning during Covid, watching your mask videos. As someone else said, you were a godsend!
I’m intrigued by the stereotypes you’ve encountered, as I encounter similar assumptions. I’ve been sewing since I was a teenager. I’m now a retired attorney, living on the coast not too far from you. Professional women apparently aren’t supposed to do something as “domestic” as sewing😂. On the other hand, my father taught me to build, repair, and create things, often with power tools. That’s something I do to this day. I have an assortment of power tools that most men envy! I’m not as nice as you are, so when I’m in the local hardware store, looking for something like oxalic acid (the most recent example), and the salesman tries to get me to buy something else, I will let him know he doesn’t know what he’s talking about. Politely…I’m Southern too but I don’t tolerate sexist bs well.
I wish the stereotypical assumptions about proper gender roles and activities would just die.
On a positive note, I just ordered my first Liberty cotton lawn fabric, and we have a new Harbor Freight in my little town. Both are exciting🎉🎉🎉
I love your attitude!!! Teach those men at the hardware store how to treat someone!!!
Reminds me of the Parks and Recreation scene where Ron Swanson is at the hardware store and cuts off the employee offering help by saying “I know more than you.”
Lovely video, thank you!
Glad you enjoyed it!
It really is a spectacular view you have. I'm a recently new subscriber to your channel but I learn something new from every video you post and enjoy watching when I can. I primarily do papercrafts like journals and cards lately but I still like to make quilts like my granny taught me many years ago. I would love to see some of your quilts being made though. I'll go back and check your past videos to see if I can find any because I'm always up for learning more about different techniques. Thanks for sharing 😊
I love watching you.
Thank you! I really appreciate it!!
Do you still have the costume? You should totally wear it for a video (or at least do a show and tell). Trekkers unite!
Shhh… I have seven uniforms in the closet. If the future ever gets here early, I’m ready. Lol
Just found your channel love it and subscribed!
Welcome aboard!
I want you to know that some sales clerks are like that with anybody, not just men. I am a woman’s who has sewn as long as you and have felt disdain from a clerk or two in my time. Odd maybe, but part of it can be stores where there are regulars and I’ve just discovered it. They can be a little unfriendly. Maybe it’s because you’re new, maybe it’s because you’re of a different socio-economic or age group than they usually serve. People have assumptions in all sorts of areas. Just wanted you to know it happens to us all sometimes. Part of life. People learn, usually. Jerks are jerks. I like your attitude of ignore and move along! Love your videos!! Thanks ❤
I want to hear the Star Trek story!
Hi I started watching you through covet looking for a good pattern for making masks I liked yours and made 32 for my family
I find your videos were so easy to follow.❤