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Cancer-Free and Back: My 18-Month Journey and Update on What Next for the Channel as Life Continues!
After the last 18 months being taken over by cancer treatments I am FINALLY finished, CANCER FREE, and am now able to celebrate and get back on with life! And it's such a relief to be able to say that!
It feels like the longest time since I've made a NEW video and posted on UA-cam. The video that I've made for you today is an update on all that has been happening the last 18 months I've been away from UA-cam and social media, the ups as well as the downs, and also gives you some hints on what I plan on doing next, both on UA-cam and in Vintage Sewing School.
I've had some time to heal after all my chemo, radiation and surgeries and I'm finally starting to feel the zest of life come back to me and excitement for the future.
I must thank each and every single one of you for your love and support. Every message and mail I received has been thoroughly read and cherished and each one has been a building block in my recovery so thank you all again.
As we get back into the swing of things with a fresh new start, I'd love to hear from you what you would like to see on the channel?
Do you have any topics that you think we should cover or are there types of content you'd like to see such as tutorials, problem solving, general sewing chit-chat? Post down below in the comments!
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How is my cancer journey going? A Personal and Channel Update (+ my hair is growing!!!)21:11How is my cancer journey going? A Personal and Channel Update (+ my hair is growing!!!)
How is my cancer journey going? A Personal and Channel Update (+ my hair is growing!!!)
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My Sewing Friends! It's so good to be able to post a new video for you with an update on EVERYTHING that has been going on this year which, as you know, hasn't been an easy one for me. As well as an update on my breast cancer journey I've included some more info on what's going on behind the scenes, with the channel and what I hope to be doing next year. Now that we've entered the final month o...
How many SEWING SKILLS do YOU need to make this skirt?8:21How many SEWING SKILLS do YOU need to make this skirt?
How many SEWING SKILLS do YOU need to make this skirt?
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I bet you'd be amazed at how many skills are actually needed to be able to make something that looks quite simple! What may seem like a simple beginner pattern might require a few more skills than you'd expect, today's new video delves into those! *Learn to sew with me at VINTAGE SEWING SCHOOL : www.vintagesewingschool.com and even take a free class! // LINKS: * Get my SEWING GUIDES The best to...
7 OTHER things that SEWING makes you GOOD at!!9:597 OTHER things that SEWING makes you GOOD at!!
7 OTHER things that SEWING makes you GOOD at!!
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You might not realise but your sewing skills are actually enhancing many of your other skills that you didn't realise were related!! In today's new video let's chat about my top skills! Ironing! It might seem like a no-brainer BUT before you were sewing, how much ironing did you do? It was probably a chore to avoid but I bet now you whizz through ironing at speed and all of your clothes, no mat...
HOW to find AMAZING sewing patterns! (for cheap!)14:30HOW to find AMAZING sewing patterns! (for cheap!)
HOW to find AMAZING sewing patterns! (for cheap!)
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People always tell me they can NEVER find good second hand sewing patterns and are shocked when I show them what sewing patterns I find, and what is often right under their noses! I show you in today video how to look past the dated fashions on old patterns to see the sewing pattern basics you can fill your stash with! What's your best sewing pattern find? *Learn to use sewing patterns with me ...
Fabric for different seasons - HOT or NOT??11:00Fabric for different seasons - HOT or NOT??
Fabric for different seasons - HOT or NOT??
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I'm sure you know the fabric I pick for summer in Australia isn't going to do much for you in Scottish winter! So how do we pick the right fabric to keep us cool or hot? There's nothing worse than making what you think will be a cool, breezy, floaty summer blouse and then when you wear it, you feel like you're melting in a plastic bag right? There are a few factors for fabric to help us know if...
What can a Walking Foot do for YOUR sewing?7:52What can a Walking Foot do for YOUR sewing?
What can a Walking Foot do for YOUR sewing?
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I feel the most discussed sewing machine accessory is the Walking Foot! Some people swear by them, some people think 'Meh' but what can a Walking Foot do for YOUR sewing? Let's look at the pros and cons in today's video! I suppose the best place to start is by knowing what the Walking Foot is, what it does and how it works. Do you ever notice when you're sewing that sometimes the top fabric lay...
Sewing machine SECRETS you might not know!8:26Sewing machine SECRETS you might not know!
Sewing machine SECRETS you might not know!
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Everything is a secret until you know it right? I've found so many things about my sewing machine over time that made me think "How did I NOT know that?" I've got 5 sewing machine secrets in today's video!! The better you know your machine increases your ability to use your machine to its full potential, and the better your garments will turn out. Take advantage of all your sewing machine can o...
The HARDEST video I’ve ever made. A personal update of my Breast Cancer diagnosis and channel update10:32The HARDEST video I’ve ever made. A personal update of my Breast Cancer diagnosis and channel update
The HARDEST video I’ve ever made. A personal update of my Breast Cancer diagnosis and channel update
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My sewing friends, I’m so sad to have to share this terribly sad news with you. I’ve been diagnosed with invasive breast cancer. As part of my extended family, my UA-cam family, I wanted to share with you this personal news that will have a great impact on my life, and what this means for the channel over the coming months. Whilst the news of my diagnosis is public, I will not be sharing detail...
INTERFACING! Stop GUESSING and let's talk where, when and HOW to use it!15:41INTERFACING! Stop GUESSING and let's talk where, when and HOW to use it!
INTERFACING! Stop GUESSING and let's talk where, when and HOW to use it!
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Interfacing? Stabilising? Fusing? What is it? HELP! Stabilising and interfacing your garments are REALLY important steps and you CAN'T skip them so let's break it all down to the basics and demystify the jargon! Crazily this is like the main thing a pattern envelope doesn't tell you right? So how on earth are you meant to know what it is and what you need to buy? Then you get to the store where...
DIFFERENT types of THREAD? What do I need? What should I use?12:40DIFFERENT types of THREAD? What do I need? What should I use?
DIFFERENT types of THREAD? What do I need? What should I use?
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In this video I talk about different types of thread, the various choices and why you might choose one over another for your garments. When I first found out that, just like fabric, thread is also available in different fibres - cotton, polyester, silk etc, my mind was blown and I wondered what I should use and if I NEEDED to match the thread type to the fabric! In the time since I've been aske...
3 SMALL details to ELEVATE your garment sewing!!! ✂✂10:413 SMALL details to ELEVATE your garment sewing!!! ✂✂
3 SMALL details to ELEVATE your garment sewing!!! ✂✂
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Wouldn't it be a dream if you could put in a bit less effort but get a much better result when sewing? Would you believe me if I told you that there are 3 small details you can focus on that would make this happen? Have you ever heard of the 80/20 rule? I first came across it in business jargon but realised that it also applied to my sewing life. It really boils down to the fact that 20% of the...
Make FEWER sewing mistakes! Here's HOW! 4 HOT Tips!!10:06Make FEWER sewing mistakes! Here's HOW! 4 HOT Tips!!
Make FEWER sewing mistakes! Here's HOW! 4 HOT Tips!!
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We're never not going to make mistakes when sewing, but wouldn't it be great to NEVER make mistakes on your expensive fabric or on your nearly complete garment? It is possible!! We'd be kidding ourselves if we said we never made mistakes when sewing, I know I do, but I bet you're much harder on yourself about mistakes than you would be with anyone else or with a sewing friend. The best time to ...
Choosing a Dress Form or Mannequin - what SHOULD you be looking for?19:04Choosing a Dress Form or Mannequin - what SHOULD you be looking for?
Choosing a Dress Form or Mannequin - what SHOULD you be looking for?
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Gosh, after being on the hunt for a new Mannequin to replace my wonky old one I am so thrilled to have found the perfect one! And today's video is about how to find YOUR perfect mannequin for sewing too! You know I only talk about companies that I have used and love, and my new Dolly happens to be my new favourite in the studio! Thanks to my friends at JK Trading for gifting me my shiny new pro...
Choose the BEST sewing pattern size for YOU! Body VS Finished Garment Measurements!15:58Choose the BEST sewing pattern size for YOU! Body VS Finished Garment Measurements!
Choose the BEST sewing pattern size for YOU! Body VS Finished Garment Measurements!
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Choose the BEST sewing pattern size for YOU! Body VS Finished Garment Measurements!
Do your sewing patterns NEVER fit right? Find out WHY and how to FIX it!15:12Do your sewing patterns NEVER fit right? Find out WHY and how to FIX it!
Do your sewing patterns NEVER fit right? Find out WHY and how to FIX it!
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Do your sewing patterns NEVER fit right? Find out WHY and how to FIX it!
The sewing pattern says EASY so why is it so HARD? How to choose an EASY pattern for YOU!10:10The sewing pattern says EASY so why is it so HARD? How to choose an EASY pattern for YOU!
The sewing pattern says EASY so why is it so HARD? How to choose an EASY pattern for YOU!
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The sewing pattern says EASY so why is it so HARD? How to choose an EASY pattern for YOU!
What sewing patterns expect YOU to know but DON'T tell you!! (Assumed knowledge of sewing patterns!)14:28What sewing patterns expect YOU to know but DON'T tell you!! (Assumed knowledge of sewing patterns!)
What sewing patterns expect YOU to know but DON'T tell you!! (Assumed knowledge of sewing patterns!)
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What sewing patterns expect YOU to know but DON'T tell you!! (Assumed knowledge of sewing patterns!)
What's the BEST /EASIEST fabric to learn to sew with? ( so you don't want to throw it in the trash!)11:48What's the BEST /EASIEST fabric to learn to sew with? ( so you don't want to throw it in the trash!)
What's the BEST /EASIEST fabric to learn to sew with? ( so you don't want to throw it in the trash!)
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7 things to NOT do as a beginner at sewing! Don’t make these common mistakes!15:457 things to NOT do as a beginner at sewing! Don’t make these common mistakes!
7 things to NOT do as a beginner at sewing! Don’t make these common mistakes!
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7 things to NOT do as a beginner at sewing! Don’t make these common mistakes!
How to get started sewing your own clothes from the VERY start! ✂ (or re-start the right way!)12:22How to get started sewing your own clothes from the VERY start! ✂ (or re-start the right way!)
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My haul of all the sewing and fashion treasures I've thrifted lately!21:39My haul of all the sewing and fashion treasures I've thrifted lately!
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6 SECRET SEWING TOOLS YOU DID'NT KNOW YOU NEEDED!12:046 SECRET SEWING TOOLS YOU DID'NT KNOW YOU NEEDED!
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Think you’re not cut out for sewing clothes? I promise you CAN learn, you just need the 3 P’s! 😃11:54Think you’re not cut out for sewing clothes? I promise you CAN learn, you just need the 3 P’s! 😃
Think you’re not cut out for sewing clothes? I promise you CAN learn, you just need the 3 P’s! 😃
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Think you’re not cut out for sewing clothes? I promise you CAN learn, you just need the 3 P’s! 😃
4 FABRICS ALL SEWING BEGINNERS SHOULD AVOID! (*don't make learning to sew harder than it has to be!)11:374 FABRICS ALL SEWING BEGINNERS SHOULD AVOID! (*don't make learning to sew harder than it has to be!)
4 FABRICS ALL SEWING BEGINNERS SHOULD AVOID! (*don't make learning to sew harder than it has to be!)
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Trying 5 new sewing tools for the first time! (I'm definitely keeping some!)25:31Trying 5 new sewing tools for the first time! (I'm definitely keeping some!)
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Trying 5 new sewing tools for the first time! (I'm definitely keeping some!)
WANT TO SEW BETTER CLOTHES? Start looking at the insides of the ones you own! Take a peek in mine!18:34WANT TO SEW BETTER CLOTHES? Start looking at the insides of the ones you own! Take a peek in mine!
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WHAT'S IN MY SEWING KIT? ✂ My personal must-have sewing supplies and equipment!15:19WHAT'S IN MY SEWING KIT? ✂ My personal must-have sewing supplies and equipment!
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5 Good sewing practices you NEED, but might not be doing! (they will make your sewing life easier)11:055 Good sewing practices you NEED, but might not be doing! (they will make your sewing life easier)
5 Good sewing practices you NEED, but might not be doing! (they will make your sewing life easier)
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How to take GREAT photos of yourself, to fit clothes on yourself, by yourself! 📸16:02How to take GREAT photos of yourself, to fit clothes on yourself, by yourself! 📸
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How to take GREAT photos of yourself, to fit clothes on yourself, by yourself! 📸

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  • @dragnflei
    @dragnflei 5 хвилин тому

    Yay! I was so excited to see this update. You look fantastic, so happy and full of life. I’m really happy for you. ❤

  • @brendahilburn1099
    @brendahilburn1099 9 хвилин тому

    You look great! I'm so happy to see you again. And 🎉 congratulations on your cancer free status. I would like to see: I just got a serger and want to learn how to use it more in clothing making. How to get the best fit. Different types of seams for durability and fashion. Hemming sheet fabrics. Great to see you. Brenda ❤ Texas USA

  • @maggiezander2486
    @maggiezander2486 15 хвилин тому

    I’ve been thinking about you recently! So happy for you.

  • @kazkav9841
    @kazkav9841 16 хвилин тому

    Wonderful news. Sending love ❤

  • @jo-annschultz1733
    @jo-annschultz1733 17 хвилин тому

    Welcome back!!! So good to see you. You have a wonderful smile and bright eyes! Looking well!

  • @theplussizecostumer
    @theplussizecostumer 22 хвилини тому

    Its so great to see you posting again. I hope you continue to be well and I look forward to seeing new content from you and the new studio space. Blessings to you.

  • @helpfulnhappy
    @helpfulnhappy 23 хвилини тому

    It's so fantastic to see you! I prayed for your health and well-being and I'm so glad to hear that you are well. As a breast cancer survivor also, I understand how you feel. Enjoy life!

  • @samanthaknudson3084
    @samanthaknudson3084 30 хвилин тому

    It is absolutely wonderful to see you back again. I had just subscribed shortly before your terrible news, so I had not been blessed with your kind face and words. It looks like your hair is growing back wavy and curly. That is what happened to my cousin. It looks great! Welcome back. I'm looking forward to what you come up with next. 🥰

  • @ctaylor41659
    @ctaylor41659 35 хвилин тому

    Yay!!! So very happy to hear that you are cancer free and are back doing what you love (and what we love)!

  • @lyndsaymann3749
    @lyndsaymann3749 35 хвилин тому

    wooohooo! happy to see this

  • @melissamcdonald7012
    @melissamcdonald7012 Годину тому

    So happy to see your face pop up in my feed! Congratulations on being cancer free and can’t wait to start seeing some new videos come through.🎉

  • @cusstard
    @cusstard Годину тому

    Evelyn, this is just incredible, you're such a strong and brave soul! This life will be long and beautiful!

  • @donnaschindlbeck7457
    @donnaschindlbeck7457 Годину тому

    What a wonderful surprise to open UA-cam and see your beautiful smiling face!❤️ So happy you are doing well and the worst is behind you! As far as ideas for videos, any sewing techniques from pattern adjustments, to sleeve insertion, to topstitching techniques!

  • @Tavel614
    @Tavel614 Годину тому

    So glad you’re okay and back with us!

  • @rochellecampssalas1682
    @rochellecampssalas1682 Годину тому

    Welcome home…..Congratulations ❤❤❤ We have truly missed you….❤❤

  • @bienjour
    @bienjour Годину тому

    Welcome back to life and living! It was very exciting to see 9:29 “I am cancer free!” ❤🎉 Thank you for sharing this great news with us. So congratulations to you! On the side tip, if you’re looking for content, maybe something on belt loops, attaching belt loops, or even the different types of belt loops 😅. If you’ve already done something like this, I missed it somehow. Please continue to take good care of yourself. ❤

  • @karamklw
    @karamklw Годину тому

    I'm so happy and excited for you. Very glad to have you back.

  • @lamentsoda9101
    @lamentsoda9101 Годину тому

    Congratulations!!! Oh my goodness 💕💕💕

  • @MsPetunia12
    @MsPetunia12 2 години тому

    Welcome back . I am elated that you are well. Best wishes.

  • @renaenesburgbusse6298
    @renaenesburgbusse6298 2 години тому

    Your smile is so amazing to see!

  • @targetheartsfitness
    @targetheartsfitness 2 години тому

    I am so very happy for you! Your courage is an inspiration to us all!

  • @susanmacdonald4288
    @susanmacdonald4288 2 години тому

    What wonderful news...congratulations!

  • @angie3686
    @angie3686 2 години тому

    Congratulations on your recovery I hope from this point on that you live a full and fulfilled life and God be with you and your family

  • @ccrss4970
    @ccrss4970 3 години тому

    Bravo!!!!!!! 💕💕💕💕

  • @ginakendrick2581
    @ginakendrick2581 3 години тому

    So happy for you. God is good…be well. Live well

  • @ivybichon8582
    @ivybichon8582 3 години тому

    ❤ welcome back❤

  • @sofabellie
    @sofabellie 3 години тому

    I was just thinking about you yesterday and hoping your treatment was going well. So happy to see you back and doing well. ❤

  • @deborahbingham9001
    @deborahbingham9001 3 години тому

    Congratulations!!!

  • @StylishDTailors
    @StylishDTailors 3 години тому

    Welcome back!! I honestly checked on you a few weeks ago and saw your last upload was 6 months ago and was worried. SO GLAD you beat cancer!

  • @madness0818
    @madness0818 3 години тому

    Excellent news! So happy for you !

  • @jolindaroberts7771
    @jolindaroberts7771 3 години тому

    Bless you and I'm so happy you are cancer free!

  • @sonjanordahl3158
    @sonjanordahl3158 3 години тому

    It is so good to see you so happy. Congratulations on your victory.

  • @AlllegroPresto
    @AlllegroPresto 4 години тому

    Was having an off day then saw this update, so so happy for you!!! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @09cscat
    @09cscat 4 години тому

    Congratulations 🎉❤Welcome back, Evelyn ❤❤❤

  • @kimsadowski4058
    @kimsadowski4058 4 години тому

    🎉🎉🎉

  • @OPQRS328
    @OPQRS328 4 години тому

    so happy for you! Welcome back! ❤

  • @kbrandt4015
    @kbrandt4015 4 години тому

    How lovely to see you!!

  • @janegilson1886
    @janegilson1886 4 години тому

    That's wonderful! Congratulations on your clean bill of health!

  • @margretjohannsdottir8921
    @margretjohannsdottir8921 4 години тому

    ❤❤❤

  • @julielambert5835
    @julielambert5835 4 години тому

    So so happy for you!!! 🙏🏻♥️

  • @marybaranowski4175
    @marybaranowski4175 4 години тому

    So happy for you, congratulations!!! God bless you 💕

  • @lindamcaward1987
    @lindamcaward1987 4 години тому

    Happy to have you back healthy, happy,and beautiful! I am looking forward to your future videos! 🌸

  • @debracrews5216
    @debracrews5216 4 години тому

    Sooo happy your back. I’m a new subscriber!

  • @if2069
    @if2069 4 години тому

    So happy for you. You are a lovely person. Congratulations.

  • @lynnGorak
    @lynnGorak 4 години тому

    So happy everything's going well. Glad you're back and healthy

  • @amoishere
    @amoishere 5 годин тому

    Great to see you back ❤

  • @marysisti9979
    @marysisti9979 5 годин тому

    Such fabulous news, congratulations on your recovery!!!🎉🎉🎉

  • @rlax7141
    @rlax7141 5 годин тому

    I don't know who you are or what you usually post. This just came up on my feed. I am so thrilled for you. Take good care.