@@SarahSpacemanI love your “over explaining”. Be yourself. Don’t let others tell you how to share your craft. Imagine a person being entertained and or helped by someone but they tell the person who is entertaining or helping them, how to do it……wow. Be yourself, because as soon as you are trying to please others, it will no longer be fun to do.
I recently lost my granny this year too. I found the extra fabric she kept from my first cosplay in her craft room and now plan on making tiny fabric hearts to put into the lining of the tops of the rest of my craftsmanship cosplays I make.
Aww thats such a loving gesture, my heart goes out to you. I have a bag of my grandmothers scraps and im still trying to figure out something lovely like that to do with them.
Aww what a lovely idea, 💕!! so her heart will always lie beside yours as she supports you in your arts, creativity, expression of life and sharing your fun I’d love to borrow this idea if you don’t mind. I’ve lost Papa to cancer when he was 51 and I was 21. I would love to try this. He was a self-made successful business owner and govt. contractor. He really believes that no one should put limitations on what you’re capable of doing and he’s overcome so much in life and inspired SO many people, mentoring and flying around the world sharing his experiences and guidance at cons like TedTalks. So, I was thinking of inspirational things he said to me over the years, all the wisdom to guide me, they slip away into the wind of time and I don’t want to let go of them, like lost love letters from a father to daughter, blown into the breeze to be carried away. I’d like to make the heart a pocket and write one of his inspirational quotes to tuck inside the heart.
I too have lost my grandma however I am amazed by this person's will and winning also however unfortunately my family has been in a bad money situation, I lost most of my friends and my email, and besides a job I literally have no other motivation in the future
Would you mind if I steal this idea? Ng grandma loved hummingbirds and I lost her a few months ago and I'd like to sew little hummingbirds to costumes I make
"what is it the kids say? 'screaming, crying, throwing up'?" sarah I love you you are so funny and you have so much skill, the blouse came out perfectly
I love when you over explain stuff tbh since sometimes with other worklogs I don't understand what there trying to say but I almost always understand for you due to this.
I lost my grandma back in 2014, but she loved sewing as much as I do--she was fabulous at it. I like to think that she would be happy to see me keeping sewing alive in my family. This cosplay is really inspiring me to make something super big and full of ruffles and bows and everything--very beautiful work!
I always wondered why my grandmother and dad were so happy I picked up sewing but after I met my husband I found out. He once attempted to mend a pair of black trousers with cherry red thread. That cord was so knotted and long the little shirt button he chose for the closure was hanging on for dear life 😂. He ended up stapling his pants at work. Your grandmas probably would be proud you can keep your clothes together and express yourself ❤
Gawd, this cosplay is turning out beyond beautful. If I hadn't been watching you make it with my own eyes I'd sooner believe you used witchcraft to force the costume into existence from the artwork. I'm so in love with all of the details you put into the sleeves it really paid off. I know for sure I would never have the patience for beading anything so I really admire all of the work you put into them. When you mentioned you were going to compete at Anime Matsuri I got so excited! I've been competing since I started cosplaying so to me they're one and the same. Do you think you would ever do a video about the ins and outs of competition? Like advice for prejudging, preparing for the competition beforehand and just general tips? That would be super neat.
Thank you so much! I do think I want to do a video like that eventually, Might not be until the start of next year though with everything I still have to finish for Miku, but I'll get to it eventually! Also, Holiday* Matsuri :)
I lost my granny in 2018. In my craft room - where I discovered you, watched this video, and worked on everything from my first historical projects to clothes for my niece she didn’t get to meet- is the sewing machine and unfinished projects she left. When she was sick she taught me knitting, now I’m teaching it, gifting items, and carrying on supplying the family with their favorite slipper. I’ve found it so hard to talk about losing her. I can completely relate to your loss and feelings of connection ❤ I’m watching this in 2024, it’s not the first video of yours I’ve watched. But I’m glad I found it today.
1) OH GOD I WANNA SEW ALL THE PETER PAN COLLARS NOW 2) *deep breath* Oh. My. GOD the BEADING ON THE SLEEEVEEEEEEEEEEEE 3) my gobbo brain saw the cuff ruffle and went "oooo u made a circle skirt for your wrist"😂
the bit about your grandma hit really hard, three months ago yesterday i lost my dad suddenly, and my world is still settling. before he died, he had ordered and wrapped some christmas presents for us. he gave me a fashion sketchbook and fabric shears. before he died, i didn't really know what i wanted to do with my life, but i have now been looking into going into fashion design as a career. before, i was trying to figure out how to find a stable job while also doing what i love, and i've realized lifes just too short to not spend it living it to the fullest. i know that some things will always feel bittersweet, and i will likely never be able to enjoy the holiday season in the same way. so yeah, love your people, tell them you love them, and stay healthy
Pintucks are tricky, and you usually end up folding more fabric than you calculated (or I do). I prefer to do the pintucks on the roughly cut piece with extra space and then use the original pattern again (without the pintucks) to cut it to the right measurement ☺️ Your cosplay is looking amazing! Good luck with the competition
As someone who is mostly self taught at hand sewing and a beginner at machine sewing, the way you explain how you make pieces is very helpful! The cosplay turned out stunning, I can’t wait to see what comes next!
These are so interesting and well explained. Hearing not only that something didn’t work but WHY is so helpful! I’m curious how you go about the planing process when you first see something you want to cosplay. Maybe a before you start things to consider? Like how much fabric, what patterns to use/make, and also how to pick interfacings.
Thank you! I may do a planning video in the future but the short answer is basically all of my cosplays start with an adobe illustrator document where i make the pattern, compare it to to-scale rectangles at the size the fabric comes in so i can know how much i need, and lots of notes and math, and sketches and stuff like that haha
@@SarahSpaceman it’s amazing that you are able to visualize how to take a typically, 2D image and adapt it to being a real and wearable design. It might not be the most exciting video but it would be very educational for those starting. You make wonderful content!
I would love that actually because I mostly work with miniatures and I have been trying to convert patterns into digital but I’m new to digital medium and I use it more for illustration usually. So for now I’ve been stuck drafting pattern blocks and measurements manually which is prone to inaccuracies with repeated transfers.
The precision required for sewing has always intimidated me so it’s very comforting to hear that it’s not your strong suit yet you’re still able to make amazing costumes! Great work and lovely video editing.
I’m not sure how I found your channel. I don’t even sew! I don’t watch anime, read manga, or cosplay. I’m not even a gamer! But I like fashion and creations, so maybe that’s why I love this channel! Your enthusiasm, can-do spirit, willingness to admit mistakes and failures but then get right back on that horse is inspiring. And your creations are amazing. I don’t know the cosplay world at all and have no desire to join it, but I still appreciate your love of it and your talent, skills, and dedication! Looking forward to seeing more vids. I’m almost all caught up!
Protip I learned for pintucks while doing my own "fancy shirt": Use an (adjustable) blind hem foot! That way, you can't really 'wobble' the line as much and it comes out very clean! The adjustable foot makes it easier if you want to do different sizes of pintucks! Highly recommend it :)) (Rewatching the video for the 4 or 5th time already XD I really love seeing you make stuff and can't wait for more!)
Its such a Wonderfull work ;; i really love it, the detailing its insane, so beautifull. Also, i cried at the end, my grandma was who teach me how to sew and make my first cosplay, she passed away 6 years ago, and i really miss go to her house and say “Grandma, look what i made this time!,” so, lots of hugs for you ❤️ i really really love ur work
I love how informative these videos are!!! Not only do you describe the steps for this specific look, you give basic sewing background lessons and terminology along the way for a well rounded tutorial.
My dance teacher told me why women's button's are different then men's, it's because A they thought women were to stupid to switch hands and B it was faster for men to unbutton their capes and shirt during sword fights
I ADORE THIS COSPLAY!!!! Its perfect, so don't call your thread work "messy". Trust me, *my* thread work is the definition of messy. Also, my heart goes out to you. I'm very sorry that your grandmother passed away. Even if we are strangers, I would give you a ginormous hug. I know I am a year late, but may she rest in peace. ❤
I love seeing the process of this cosplay coming together! It keeps me inspired to work on my own things (currently working on a cosplay of one of my characters and almost finished the main piece!) Love the detail you put in, and the tights explanation is something i was really looking for at the moment so thank you-- Cant wait to see this cosplay finished!! 💙
I love this so much! YT kept recommending me one of your videos, making a different piece of this costume (I didn't know at the time). Honestly it wasnt an item I was interested in so I didnt click. They recomend it because I watch quite a bit of sewing videos. Then instagram showed me your page a few times. Finally checked it out, saw that you made this yourself. Alas here I am! I began sewing two years ago and would absolutely love learning how to make cosplay. It's nice to see someone explqining their process 😊 Congrats on winning!! Oh yeah, about the grandma thing. Mine passed away from Alzheimers a few years ago, before I learned to sew. I never saw her do any sewing in my lifetime, BUT, she was already 70 by the time I was born. I know if she were here today she would be doting on me and the things I make so much. Nobody else in my family has ever done that for me. Love grandmothers ❤
Dang! With all the details you added, I am so glad that the judges recognized how awesome that cosplay was! The gold and peal beaded sleeve looks like it is part of a royal outfit.
i’ve recently fell down a rabbit hole of your content and you’ve quickly become somebody that i’ll rewatch just to be here, i love your stuff and i hope you continue to upload more of the processes that go into your cosplays😊
Wow, this is so amazing! I really fell in love with this Miku and was so happy to see that you were creating this cosplay. It is so beautiful and I cannot wait to see the whole thing! I've learned so much about sewing and cosplaying when I watch your videos. Thank you so much for all that you do and I'm excited to see more videos!
I didn't sew or make a cosplay while watching this little mini series, but it did give me the motivation o finally update my sims 4 mods and I am very grateful for that
I've been watching your videos non stop while working on my finals + doing house chores!! It's been really great to learn abojt your process as someone who doesn't know a lot about sewing. Love your content!!!
ive been binging this miku series while styling my kazuha wig, and its sm fun learning new stuff by listening and watching while working on something necessary that also takes hours. you explain things amazingly and watching the costume come to life little by little is so exciting!
I discovered your channel today and your work is simply gorgeous. I love that you choose to use the beads and pintucks over simply drawing over the fabric. That extra mile makes all the difference.
These videos are literally so good, most of the time i can never sit through longer videos or series of videos, but these are just so nice to watch and getting to see and learn so many things by the end is always worth it! Love your videos ❤❤
The miku cosplay is the first few videos I see from you, and your explanations are so clear!!! Like crash course clear... Love your 'narrative' arc, visual aids!! Plus you're super entertaining!!
i can literally not make anything like this- i cant do anything without heavy instructions except when it comes to my music and art, this is literally amazing holy crap
tip for if you forget to add width to your pattern for pintucks- add the pintucks to your fabric before you cut the pieces out and that way you get your pintucks with a wrong pattern :)
I once met a strawberry miku at a con and I asked if they watched these videos for there cosplay, and we got to fangirl together about Sarah’s videos 😭😭 10/10 experience
This was so much fun to watch. I am a garment sewist(mid- century reproduction for personal wear), I started as a cosplay sewist 20 years ago, have not sewn cosplay in 14 years but now my daughter is 13 and wants to do cosplay so some part of me is very excited about the full circle journey my sewing experience has come. Your grandma is always with you! Every stitch you lay, every old technique you use, every new technique you learn, she is there with you 💜💜
I adore your videos, to someone who loves cosplay but doesnt really know anything about sewing, these are so informatitive and interesting, ty so much for making these + you're really skilled and very funny
I really love your videos you’re such a skilled seamstress it’s incredible, your videos are so fun to watch and your personality is wonderful and endearing 🥰 lots of love from a viewer across the pond 🇬🇧 and I’m sorry to hear about your grandma 💕
I’m sorry to hear you lost your grandmother. I know my Dad and my grandmother taught me how to sew and make various crafts and I treasure the time we spent together. When I got married she was embarrassed because my family came from lesser means than my husband and all the presents she gave us were ones she had made. I knew what she had made took a lot of effort, time and skill on her part and we’re curated to what I enjoyed even if others at the party didn’t quite like the style. In the end I knew that half of the things people had brought us from the store would come and go but the things my grandmother made would always be there. They are beautiful, unique and made by someone I love dearly so they sit in my home years later. I can’t imagine losing her stories and laughter one day so I am dearly sorry. I am glad you are able to keep her memories with you. ❤
I’m a beginner sewing trying to sew my first cosplay as Ralsei from deltarune, I have very little idea of what I’m doing but watching your videos gives me motivation and inspiration to keep working on it. Thank you!
I love your videos so much, sewing has been a hobby of mine for a while and I just got into fursuit making (mostly small things, making my first set of paws!) and I just like watching sewing content to learn more techniques and see other people get their projects done and it just gives me a lot more confidence and drive to finish my own. I got a section of my embroidery project done with this though! It’s the one I’ve ignored for… too long. In short, please never stop making these I love seeing your process of making cosplays.
With how high quality the production is of your cosplay and videos, I thought you were a uber famous content creator- Keep up your excellent work, I adore your content
I don't really like sewing or anything that goes to do clothes, but it's fascinating to see other people doing it with so much effort and a lot of techniques ♥️♥️♥️
As a beginner cosplayer who wants to make parts of cosplays, over explaining helps so much, like I want to do a scaramouche cosplay and make his hat so I need all the help I can get. I also wanna do a clane ca cosplay and a different vocaloid cosplay, and I know nothing about sewing but my grandma has a sewing machine so thank you
I lost my grandma a couple years back. She was the one who taught me how to sew and read patterns and every time I wear kimono-style robe I made with her as my first project I remember all the fun I had learning with her. Don't worry about over-explaining, I like learning more about sewing while I get to see something pretty made and I appreciate that you don't assume the watchers know.
Watching your videos helped motivate me to work on the mockup for my cosplay I've been putting off because it has a zipper and bias tape, which I've never used before!
Love your videos! I've been cosplaying for several years now but there are so many things I never learned properly and just hacked my way through, but I think your channel will help me finally level up a bit ^^
Your videos are so helpful!! I am an absolute beginner looking to start making my own cosplays and I appreciate how you explain everything in detail so well. Thank you!
Hi! I actually was drawing while watching your series of this cosplay. And the character I was drawing was Miku x strawberry bcuz i thought your cosplay was really pretty and now I'm back in my Miku phase again. And I really love your channel and it's been about a week since i found this channel, have a great day and some more love from me!
my mother started watching the video with me and she sews mittens and stuff like that from recycled fabric, and she was amazed by your skills. Keep up the good work i love the costume
i was working on my cardcaptor sakura crochet cosplay for supanova brisbane first time i watched this but now rewatching these videos im planning on doing my own rendition on the strawberry miku but crochet!! (for most of the project not all cuz w the skirt and socks im planning on sewing it instead of crochetting it but everything else down to the bows will be crochet)
I'm currently making a cosplay for one of my original characters (first time doing it diy) while watching this video and i just have to say that it's the perfect type of video to watch and listen in the background that helps me keep motivated as we both work on our cosplays "at the same time" :))) plus i get a lot of new interesting tips and info from your explanations!
found myself watching this video for like the 10th time, still never gets old, i love your content and every time i get the notification that you posted i squeal in excitement
The power mesh for the puffy sleeves part is genius. I’m working on Dandelion Breeze Jean (have not started the puffies yet) and my idea was silicon-backed elastics. If that doesn’t work though, I’ll run to Joanns and see if they got any of that power mesh in stock
You are such a phenomenal cosplayer and your attention and dedication to the details really blow me away. As an avid cosplayer enjoyer you are seriously so inspiring Sarah. I also just wanted to give you the biggest hug when you spoke of your Grandma (My grandpa taught me to sew). I know she is so incredibly proud of you
During this video I worked on chainmail! I'm making something called a jelly cube, this one is for me because I ran out of the color for my bestie. I should definitely have it done before the second color for bestie and colors for hubby arrive!
*hugs* I know how you feel about your grandma’s sewing machine. The feeling will never fade. My overlock was my grandma’s machine I use often. I even named the overlock Dorothy.
I found your channel a week ago and binged everything😂 I LOVE your humor and endless creativity. Looking forward to all the new creative things you'll do in years to come🌟✨
I’m watching this while trying to make a mock-up for my third anniversary Rui cosplay from Pjsk and I must say you are one of the BEST cosplayers I’ve ever seen keep up the good work Sarah!☆ :)
It is called interfacing. Interfacing is used for more things than just stabilizing facings. Interfacing is a stabilizer. It’s used to add stability to pockets, collars, waistbands, collars, etc in garments but I use it when making handbags, curtains, hats, and many many more items. It’s about making the item more structured and able to handle added weight in certain areas. It is also used so fabrics will retain their shape. I hope this helps.
I don't sew, so it really helps me understand your seeing process when you "overexplain" it. Please keep doing them. Also, Will you possibly make a separate solo video on explaining grain or overgrain from your Miku skirt video?
i relate so much to the losing a loved one, three of my newest cosplays that im making are going to be so bittersweet because my mom wouldve been so proud and impressed, and she wouldve found the one so incredibly fun.
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Never stop overexplaining, I love hearing all about the information needed to make things, every bit helps
Will do! So happy its helpful! ☺
yes!! i dont cosplay but i sew and honestly this is so insightful
@@SarahSpacemanI love your strawberry miku cosplay so much❤❤
@@SarahSpacemanI love your “over explaining”. Be yourself. Don’t let others tell you how to share your craft. Imagine a person being entertained and or helped by someone but they tell the person who is entertaining or helping them, how to do it……wow.
Be yourself, because as soon as you are trying to please others, it will no longer be fun to do.
I recently lost my granny this year too. I found the extra fabric she kept from my first cosplay in her craft room and now plan on making tiny fabric hearts to put into the lining of the tops of the rest of my craftsmanship cosplays I make.
Aww thats such a loving gesture, my heart goes out to you. I have a bag of my grandmothers scraps and im still trying to figure out something lovely like that to do with them.
Aww what a lovely idea, 💕!! so her heart will always lie beside yours as she supports you in your arts, creativity, expression of life and sharing your fun
I’d love to borrow this idea if you don’t mind. I’ve lost Papa to cancer when he was 51 and I was 21. I would love to try this. He was a self-made successful business owner and govt. contractor. He really believes that no one should put limitations on what you’re capable of doing and he’s overcome so much in life and inspired SO many people, mentoring and flying around the world sharing his experiences and guidance at cons like TedTalks.
So, I was thinking of inspirational things he said to me over the years, all the wisdom to guide me, they slip away into the wind of time and I don’t want to let go of them, like lost love letters from a father to daughter, blown into the breeze to be carried away.
I’d like to make the heart a pocket and write one of his inspirational quotes to tuck inside the heart.
I too have lost my grandma however I am amazed by this person's will and winning also however unfortunately my family has been in a bad money situation, I lost most of my friends and my email, and besides a job I literally have no other motivation in the future
Would you mind if I steal this idea? Ng grandma loved hummingbirds and I lost her a few months ago and I'd like to sew little hummingbirds to costumes I make
"what is it the kids say? 'screaming, crying, throwing up'?" sarah I love you you are so funny and you have so much skill, the blouse came out perfectly
I unironically say this all the time now
The pin tucks with the beading is so pretty oh my god this is so cool
Thanks so much! Im really happy with how those came out!
Sarah: It's called inter facing! Not inter face! And here's a whole dictionary of explanation of why that is.
Also Sarah: Necky-part.
I like, scream cackled, thats not just a good read, thats the best read ive ever gotten, bless you
I love when you over explain stuff tbh since sometimes with other worklogs I don't understand what there trying to say but I almost always understand for you due to this.
Thank you! I’m so glad it’s helpful!
The sounds of the buttonhole steps are one of the most accurate descriptions I’ve seen.
Haha thank you!
I lost my grandma back in 2014, but she loved sewing as much as I do--she was fabulous at it. I like to think that she would be happy to see me keeping sewing alive in my family.
This cosplay is really inspiring me to make something super big and full of ruffles and bows and everything--very beautiful work!
I always wondered why my grandmother and dad were so happy I picked up sewing but after I met my husband I found out. He once attempted to mend a pair of black trousers with cherry red thread. That cord was so knotted and long the little shirt button he chose for the closure was hanging on for dear life 😂. He ended up stapling his pants at work.
Your grandmas probably would be proud you can keep your clothes together and express yourself ❤
Gawd, this cosplay is turning out beyond beautful. If I hadn't been watching you make it with my own eyes I'd sooner believe you used witchcraft to force the costume into existence from the artwork. I'm so in love with all of the details you put into the sleeves it really paid off. I know for sure I would never have the patience for beading anything so I really admire all of the work you put into them.
When you mentioned you were going to compete at Anime Matsuri I got so excited! I've been competing since I started cosplaying so to me they're one and the same. Do you think you would ever do a video about the ins and outs of competition? Like advice for prejudging, preparing for the competition beforehand and just general tips? That would be super neat.
Thank you so much! I do think I want to do a video like that eventually, Might not be until the start of next year though with everything I still have to finish for Miku, but I'll get to it eventually! Also, Holiday* Matsuri :)
I lost my granny in 2018. In my craft room - where I discovered you, watched this video, and worked on everything from my first historical projects to clothes for my niece she didn’t get to meet- is the sewing machine and unfinished projects she left. When she was sick she taught me knitting, now I’m teaching it, gifting items, and carrying on supplying the family with their favorite slipper.
I’ve found it so hard to talk about losing her. I can completely relate to your loss and feelings of connection ❤ I’m watching this in 2024, it’s not the first video of yours I’ve watched. But I’m glad I found it today.
your process of setting an absolutely stupid goal and overcomplicating it more than it needs to be is ABSOLUTELY my energy, subscribed
1) OH GOD I WANNA SEW ALL THE PETER PAN COLLARS NOW
2) *deep breath* Oh. My. GOD the BEADING ON THE SLEEEVEEEEEEEEEEEE
3) my gobbo brain saw the cuff ruffle and went "oooo u made a circle skirt for your wrist"😂
Maybe thats why I picked the circle, the goblin in my brain wanted wrist skirts 😂
Omg I saw the wrist cuff and I though the same thing. I was like she probably has something smarter in mind but I’m just seeing “CIRCLE SKIRT WRIST”
I can’t imagine how fulfilling being able to wear your own creation is, like to finally see days, weeks, or even months of work come together at last
the bit about your grandma hit really hard, three months ago yesterday i lost my dad suddenly, and my world is still settling. before he died, he had ordered and wrapped some christmas presents for us. he gave me a fashion sketchbook and fabric shears. before he died, i didn't really know what i wanted to do with my life, but i have now been looking into going into fashion design as a career. before, i was trying to figure out how to find a stable job while also doing what i love, and i've realized lifes just too short to not spend it living it to the fullest. i know that some things will always feel bittersweet, and i will likely never be able to enjoy the holiday season in the same way. so yeah, love your people, tell them you love them, and stay healthy
Pintucks are tricky, and you usually end up folding more fabric than you calculated (or I do). I prefer to do the pintucks on the roughly cut piece with extra space and then use the original pattern again (without the pintucks) to cut it to the right measurement ☺️
Your cosplay is looking amazing! Good luck with the competition
That's a great idea! ill deff keep that in mind for next time i do them.
I’ve never tried that 😮 I’ll have to give that a go because I’m always on the pintuck struggle bus 🚌
As someone who is mostly self taught at hand sewing and a beginner at machine sewing, the way you explain how you make pieces is very helpful! The cosplay turned out stunning, I can’t wait to see what comes next!
These are so interesting and well explained. Hearing not only that something didn’t work but WHY is so helpful! I’m curious how you go about the planing process when you first see something you want to cosplay. Maybe a before you start things to consider? Like how much fabric, what patterns to use/make, and also how to pick interfacings.
Thank you! I may do a planning video in the future but the short answer is basically all of my cosplays start with an adobe illustrator document where i make the pattern, compare it to to-scale rectangles at the size the fabric comes in so i can know how much i need, and lots of notes and math, and sketches and stuff like that haha
@@SarahSpaceman it’s amazing that you are able to visualize how to take a typically, 2D image and adapt it to being a real and wearable design. It might not be the most exciting video but it would be very educational for those starting. You make wonderful content!
I would love that actually because I mostly work with miniatures and I have been trying to convert patterns into digital but I’m new to digital medium and I use it more for illustration usually. So for now I’ve been stuck drafting pattern blocks and measurements manually which is prone to inaccuracies with repeated transfers.
The precision required for sewing has always intimidated me so it’s very comforting to hear that it’s not your strong suit yet you’re still able to make amazing costumes! Great work and lovely video editing.
This is absolutely gorgeous and I'm learning so much. I'm proud of you and I know your grandma would be too 💚
Thank you so much!❤️
I’m not sure how I found your channel. I don’t even sew! I don’t watch anime, read manga, or cosplay. I’m not even a gamer! But I like fashion and creations, so maybe that’s why I love this channel! Your enthusiasm, can-do spirit, willingness to admit mistakes and failures but then get right back on that horse is inspiring. And your creations are amazing. I don’t know the cosplay world at all and have no desire to join it, but I still appreciate your love of it and your talent, skills, and dedication! Looking forward to seeing more vids. I’m almost all caught up!
I can't get over the sleeves. they are incredible. I'm sure your grandma would be very proud
Protip I learned for pintucks while doing my own "fancy shirt":
Use an (adjustable) blind hem foot!
That way, you can't really 'wobble' the line as much and it comes out very clean!
The adjustable foot makes it easier if you want to do different sizes of pintucks!
Highly recommend it :))
(Rewatching the video for the 4 or 5th time already XD I really love seeing you make stuff and can't wait for more!)
As someone who also got their sewing machine through similar means, I understand and they will be with us every step of the way
Its such a Wonderfull work ;; i really love it, the detailing its insane, so beautifull. Also, i cried at the end, my grandma was who teach me how to sew and make my first cosplay, she passed away 6 years ago, and i really miss go to her house and say “Grandma, look what i made this time!,” so, lots of hugs for you ❤️ i really really love ur work
Lots of hugs to you too!
I love how informative these videos are!!! Not only do you describe the steps for this specific look, you give basic sewing background lessons and terminology along the way for a well rounded tutorial.
Thank you so much! Im so glad theyre helpful, I try my best to make sure anyone can understand so feedback like this means so much!
Worked on my crochet project while watching! Such a relaxing past time. I’m making a pastel rainbow vest to wear! :)
My dance teacher told me why women's button's are different then men's, it's because A they thought women were to stupid to switch hands and B it was faster for men to unbutton their capes and shirt during sword fights
I ADORE THIS COSPLAY!!!! Its perfect, so don't call your thread work "messy". Trust me, *my* thread work is the definition of messy.
Also, my heart goes out to you. I'm very sorry that your grandmother passed away. Even if we are strangers, I would give you a ginormous hug. I know I am a year late, but may she rest in peace. ❤
I love seeing the process of this cosplay coming together! It keeps me inspired to work on my own things (currently working on a cosplay of one of my characters and almost finished the main piece!)
Love the detail you put in, and the tights explanation is something i was really looking for at the moment so thank you-- Cant wait to see this cosplay finished!! 💙
Thanks so much! And best of luck on your cosplay!
I love this so much! YT kept recommending me one of your videos, making a different piece of this costume (I didn't know at the time). Honestly it wasnt an item I was interested in so I didnt click. They recomend it because I watch quite a bit of sewing videos. Then instagram showed me your page a few times. Finally checked it out, saw that you made this yourself. Alas here I am! I began sewing two years ago and would absolutely love learning how to make cosplay. It's nice to see someone explqining their process 😊 Congrats on winning!!
Oh yeah, about the grandma thing. Mine passed away from Alzheimers a few years ago, before I learned to sew. I never saw her do any sewing in my lifetime, BUT, she was already 70 by the time I was born. I know if she were here today she would be doting on me and the things I make so much. Nobody else in my family has ever done that for me. Love grandmothers ❤
I love how your videos aren't tutorials, but definitely educational!
Dang! With all the details you added, I am so glad that the judges recognized how awesome that cosplay was!
The gold and peal beaded sleeve looks like it is part of a royal outfit.
Giiiirl 😢 the end makes me cry (when she is talking about her grandma). It's so sweet!
i’ve recently fell down a rabbit hole of your content and you’ve quickly become somebody that i’ll rewatch just to be here, i love your stuff and i hope you continue to upload more of the processes that go into your cosplays😊
Wow, this is so amazing! I really fell in love with this Miku and was so happy to see that you were creating this cosplay. It is so beautiful and I cannot wait to see the whole thing! I've learned so much about sewing and cosplaying when I watch your videos. Thank you so much for all that you do and I'm excited to see more videos!
Thank you so much!! Im so happy theyre helpful!
I didn't sew or make a cosplay while watching this little mini series, but it did give me the motivation o finally update my sims 4 mods and I am very grateful for that
I just love how you explain everything and I cannot believe you don't have more followers!! Ur amazing and I could watch you forever!!!❤
I've been watching your videos non stop while working on my finals + doing house chores!! It's been really great to learn abojt your process as someone who doesn't know a lot about sewing. Love your content!!!
I started crying at the end my grandpa just passed away and it’ll be my first time going to see my grandma since then I’ll give her an extra big hug
ive been binging this miku series while styling my kazuha wig, and its sm fun learning new stuff by listening and watching while working on something necessary that also takes hours. you explain things amazingly and watching the costume come to life little by little is so exciting!
I discovered your channel today and your work is simply gorgeous. I love that you choose to use the beads and pintucks over simply drawing over the fabric. That extra mile makes all the difference.
These videos are literally so good, most of the time i can never sit through longer videos or series of videos, but these are just so nice to watch and getting to see and learn so many things by the end is always worth it! Love your videos ❤❤
The miku cosplay is the first few videos I see from you, and your explanations are so clear!!! Like crash course clear... Love your 'narrative' arc, visual aids!! Plus you're super entertaining!!
i can literally not make anything like this- i cant do anything without heavy instructions except when it comes to my music and art, this is literally amazing holy crap
tip for if you forget to add width to your pattern for pintucks- add the pintucks to your fabric before you cut the pieces out and that way you get your pintucks with a wrong pattern :)
I once met a strawberry miku at a con and I asked if they watched these videos for there cosplay, and we got to fangirl together about Sarah’s videos 😭😭 10/10 experience
As a hatsune miku fan, i really genuinely admire all the hard work you put into ur cosplay
This was so much fun to watch. I am a garment sewist(mid- century reproduction for personal wear), I started as a cosplay sewist 20 years ago, have not sewn cosplay in 14 years but now my daughter is 13 and wants to do cosplay so some part of me is very excited about the full circle journey my sewing experience has come.
Your grandma is always with you! Every stitch you lay, every old technique you use, every new technique you learn, she is there with you 💜💜
I adore your videos, to someone who loves cosplay but doesnt really know anything about sewing, these are so informatitive and interesting, ty so much for making these
+ you're really skilled and very funny
I love the way you explain your steps because the work is super complicated, but the tone of your voice n the words you use make it seem....doable.
I really love your videos you’re such a skilled seamstress it’s incredible, your videos are so fun to watch and your personality is wonderful and endearing 🥰 lots of love from a viewer across the pond 🇬🇧 and I’m sorry to hear about your grandma 💕
Thanks so much! Or I'll say it in your language, Thanks Mate! haha
ive been sewing my sarah kazuno cosplay while bingeing these videos and i love it
your cosplay is so gorgeous, i wonder what the original designer of the miku x strawberry design would think❤❤
I’m sorry to hear you lost your grandmother. I know my Dad and my grandmother taught me how to sew and make various crafts and I treasure the time we spent together. When I got married she was embarrassed because my family came from lesser means than my husband and all the presents she gave us were ones she had made. I knew what she had made took a lot of effort, time and skill on her part and we’re curated to what I enjoyed even if others at the party didn’t quite like the style. In the end I knew that half of the things people had brought us from the store would come and go but the things my grandmother made would always be there. They are beautiful, unique and made by someone I love dearly so they sit in my home years later. I can’t imagine losing her stories and laughter one day so I am dearly sorry. I am glad you are able to keep her memories with you. ❤
I LOVE love watching/listening to you while i do homework 😭😭♥️♥️ hearing your voice just helps give comfort and also helps me focus
I’m a beginner sewing trying to sew my first cosplay as Ralsei from deltarune, I have very little idea of what I’m doing but watching your videos gives me motivation and inspiration to keep working on it. Thank you!
I love your videos so much, sewing has been a hobby of mine for a while and I just got into fursuit making (mostly small things, making my first set of paws!) and I just like watching sewing content to learn more techniques and see other people get their projects done and it just gives me a lot more confidence and drive to finish my own. I got a section of my embroidery project done with this though! It’s the one I’ve ignored for… too long. In short, please never stop making these I love seeing your process of making cosplays.
Honestly these things are pretty interesting and entertaining to watch. Please never stop making videos!!
I just love the fact that there is someone watching The Yard in the background…
The blouse turned out awesome btw!!
Haha, yeah thats my boyfriends computer, thats him watching on remote desktop from the bedroom 😂
With how high quality the production is of your cosplay and videos, I thought you were a uber famous content creator- Keep up your excellent work, I adore your content
I absolutely love that I found your channel! Your "over explaining" is so very helpful!
I don't really like sewing or anything that goes to do clothes, but it's fascinating to see other people doing it with so much effort and a lot of techniques ♥️♥️♥️
As a beginner cosplayer who wants to make parts of cosplays, over explaining helps so much, like I want to do a scaramouche cosplay and make his hat so I need all the help I can get. I also wanna do a clane ca cosplay and a different vocaloid cosplay, and I know nothing about sewing but my grandma has a sewing machine so thank you
I lost my grandma a couple years back. She was the one who taught me how to sew and read patterns and every time I wear kimono-style robe I made with her as my first project I remember all the fun I had learning with her. Don't worry about over-explaining, I like learning more about sewing while I get to see something pretty made and I appreciate that you don't assume the watchers know.
How can someone be this talented yet so relatable?!??❤
Watching your videos helped motivate me to work on the mockup for my cosplay I've been putting off because it has a zipper and bias tape, which I've never used before!
Love your videos! I've been cosplaying for several years now but there are so many things I never learned properly and just hacked my way through, but I think your channel will help me finally level up a bit ^^
Your videos are so helpful!! I am an absolute beginner looking to start making my own cosplays and I appreciate how you explain everything in detail so well. Thank you!
I really admire cosplayers that make their own cosplays. I’ll never have this kind of patience in my life lmao
I did a single beading project maybe 25 years ago and I never had any interest in beading until I saw those sleeves!
I started cosplaying in 2003, and just - wow. Your video made me realize how many more fabrics are available, now. And it's been 20 years? How?
Cool and high-quality as always! You are sooo good!
Thank you so much!
You are too talented for this universe .
Hi! I actually was drawing while watching your series of this cosplay. And the character I was drawing was Miku x strawberry bcuz i thought your cosplay was really pretty and now I'm back in my Miku phase again. And I really love your channel and it's been about a week since i found this channel, have a great day and some more love from me!
my mother started watching the video with me and she sews mittens and stuff like that from recycled fabric, and she was amazed by your skills. Keep up the good work i love the costume
That is awesome! Thank you to you and tell her thank you from me!
I’ve been listening to your videos as I work on my Flick cosplay and it’s so nice!! :)
can't wait to see the wig, great job with the cosplay so far
Thank you!!
i was working on my cardcaptor sakura crochet cosplay for supanova brisbane first time i watched this but now rewatching these videos im planning on doing my own rendition on the strawberry miku but crochet!! (for most of the project not all cuz w the skirt and socks im planning on sewing it instead of crochetting it but everything else down to the bows will be crochet)
I'm currently making a cosplay for one of my original characters (first time doing it diy) while watching this video and i just have to say that it's the perfect type of video to watch and listen in the background that helps me keep motivated as we both work on our cosplays "at the same time" :))) plus i get a lot of new interesting tips and info from your explanations!
I love spotting the cats in the background, another great video!
found myself watching this video for like the 10th time, still never gets old, i love your content and every time i get the notification that you posted i squeal in excitement
You are an amazing sewist! You can sew the most incredible straight sitch that is really straight. Thanks for the great explaining.
The power mesh for the puffy sleeves part is genius. I’m working on Dandelion Breeze Jean (have not started the puffies yet) and my idea was silicon-backed elastics. If that doesn’t work though, I’ll run to Joanns and see if they got any of that power mesh in stock
thank you soo much for making this series because you have really inspired me to make cosplays!^^
Videos like these are why I keep cosplaying. It’s really inspires me and idk how to write this out but like yeah
You are such a phenomenal cosplayer and your attention and dedication to the details really blow me away. As an avid cosplayer enjoyer you are seriously so inspiring Sarah. I also just wanted to give you the biggest hug when you spoke of your Grandma (My grandpa taught me to sew). I know she is so incredibly proud of you
Thank you so much! Big hugs back!
This video gave me the motivation I needed to finish adding ruffles to one of my cosplays for Colossalcon North 💪
That's awesome! You got this!
During this video I worked on chainmail! I'm making something called a jelly cube, this one is for me because I ran out of the color for my bestie. I should definitely have it done before the second color for bestie and colors for hubby arrive!
*hugs* I know how you feel about your grandma’s sewing machine. The feeling will never fade. My overlock was my grandma’s machine I use often. I even named the overlock Dorothy.
I love your over explained segments. And the powermesh sleeves for detached sleeves is genius
Thank you!
I found your channel a week ago and binged everything😂 I LOVE your humor and endless creativity. Looking forward to all the new creative things you'll do in years to come🌟✨
While watching this I finished making a jumper for my favourite stuffed animal!!! He looks so cute
your videos are the best thing to return to while also working on a cosplay, you really are just the most inspirational cosplayer ever
your channel is the crash course of sewing/cosplay and you have huge green brother energy /pos, respectfully i think im in love
Thank you! crash course is actually a huge inspo for me
AWWWWwww!!! And you won with this one!! I know your grandma was there cheering you on!
I’m watching this while trying to make a mock-up for my third anniversary Rui cosplay from Pjsk and I must say you are one of the BEST cosplayers I’ve ever seen keep up the good work Sarah!☆ :)
It is called interfacing. Interfacing is used for more things than just stabilizing facings. Interfacing is a stabilizer. It’s used to add stability to pockets, collars, waistbands, collars, etc in garments but I use it when making handbags, curtains, hats, and many many more items. It’s about making the item more structured and able to handle added weight in certain areas. It is also used so fabrics will retain their shape.
I hope this helps.
You're amazing! Love the pin tucks! Also appreciate what you said about messy sewers.
I don't sew, so it really helps me understand your seeing process when you "overexplain" it. Please keep doing them.
Also, Will you possibly make a separate solo video on explaining grain or overgrain from your Miku skirt video?
i relate so much to the losing a loved one, three of my newest cosplays that im making are going to be so bittersweet because my mom wouldve been so proud and impressed, and she wouldve found the one so incredibly fun.
My heart goes out to you, big hugs