Hi everyone! I have new unique pieces available! Here is how I made them: kzread.info/dash/bejne/Z55owZSugrTSZ9I.html&ab_channel=MarikunaStudio and you can head over here if you want to buy any of them: docs.google.com/document/d/1pV2-TiOl2XQqfuT35sV-nYEtW2oyTdD4dyVsUf-pJAs/edit Thanks for all your support!

Using previously loved fabric is such a good practice!

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you! There is so much existing fabric, it’s so exciting to try and give it new life.

I am so happy that the algorithm brought me to your channel! Your projects are so creative and well-made, and your videos are educational, enjoyable, and interesting. I can’t wait to see more from you!

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

This comment makes me so happy, thank you so much for watching and taking the time to write such nice words! I’m so glad the algorithm brought *you* to this video. And I hope you’ll enjoy the next ones as much!

@staciepate5533

7 ай бұрын

Beautiful craftsmanship! You are so slow and methodical! I like the blue cardigan the best only because its something I would wear.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

​@@staciepate5533 Thank you so much! I'm so glad you thought so. And that blue cardigan is also the one that fit my own style the most!

@conniesimonich2327

7 ай бұрын

Your sewing skills and design skills are amazing. I so enjoyed watching how the blanket cardigans came together. I hope you keep designing and get paid what you’re worth. I loved the video❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

​@@conniesimonich2327 Thank you so much for watching and for your encouragements! I'm so glad you liked it. I hope you enjoy the next ones.

I love the blue cardigan best of all. As a quilter, it can be hard to see old quilts cut up. But you made such a thing of beauty and usefulness it only honors whoever quilted the quilt in the first place.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I completely understand that. So much time, energy and passion goes into handmade quilts! These were manufactured, but they were still so beautiful I really hoped the result would be worth cutting into them. I'm glad you thought it so. All the best with your quilts and projects! And thank you for watching.

The yellow tie dress was my favorite. Very feminine and pretty!

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

So nice to know you liked it! I didn't come up with the design but I'm very happy with how it turned out. Thanks for following along!

You have an amazing eye for patterns and fabric and your techniques are solid. I’m not being a downer however do we ever really get paid what our pieces are actually worth in time+material+ talent. I feel like the market can’t bare that but I feel like you did well with your pieces. Well done. 🎉❤

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for saying that! And you're absolutely right, it seems to be very hard for most makers/craftspeople to strike the right balance when selling their work. I'm hoping we can switch to making less but more durable, sustainable, ethical clothes. Then, it will seem normal to pay a fair price for them! And to look after, mend and appreciate them over time.

@GaiaCarney

8 ай бұрын

@@marikunastudio Your comment about caring for our clothes gave me an idea: Are there low-cost, value added items that can accompany the clothing items you sell? I like the matching pouch, perhaps a hair scrunchie or color matched mending kit with thread/buttons/patches . . . Also, perhaps adding your style touches to affordably thrifted items, like ruffles or colorful bias trim on jean hems/pockets or colorful pockets added onto T-shirts or sweaters? I am a hobby sewist and crafter and wish the market could support our ‘true’ worth ☮️

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing all these amazing ideas! I had been thinking about the altered/upcycled clothes, but the mending kit is such a great thought! I made a scrunchie to go with the first dress but forgot to film that. Wish you all the best with your sewing and craft!

@ritawhite2070

8 ай бұрын

@@marikunastudio another piece of advice is to always always keep your sample and never sell it… then you will always have a garment to show and for someone to Tryon, so that they could custom order for example As to pricing here in the states, for example, Anita charges $.35 per inch of knitting a pair of socks, so that roughly comes out to be $129-140for a pair of socks For machine stitching I believe it comes out to some thing like $.06-$.09per inch. Then there is the old rule that you take the cost of your material times three and that’s what she would sell it for. Seems to work out but I just don’t get it.🤪 Never give away or discount your garment to someone for sale . It helps to ask yourself - would any of your friends sit and work 24 hours at $5.50 an hour… or even $10 an hour Let that reality get in your head we are talking 24 hours !! If that person wouldn’t spend 24 hours on you, then don’t spend 24 hours on them. They’ll have to learn how to sell themselves. Hope this helps .

@ruthfitzwater-cn3vc

7 ай бұрын

Your pieces are beautiful and I agree with the person about not discounting them. You worked very hard and have such amazing attention to detail. I just discovered your channel and enjoyed watching you. Good luck with your wearable art!

My favorite is the cardigan with the ruffle sleeves. Very good to see you used quality buttons-not plastic buttons.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm glad you liked it! It was really nice to make. And yes, I was so happy I could use these beautiful buttons. Thank you for watching!

I really love that yellow dress - but the fabric on that old sheet is GORGEOUS, what a find!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So nice to hear you liked the yellow dress! And yes, the pattern and quality were really nice, someone on here commented their grandma actually had the same sheet and used it to make a quilt!

Loved the entire video, selecting the fabrics, choosing the designs, working out how to make your design a reality, putting it all together and then showing at the market. I loved the ruffle sleeved cardigan but thought every piece was gorgeous. Bonus that you did it all with equipment and notions that was borrowed and come from a friends grandmother sewing basket. Just incredible and creative.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

That comment just makes me so happy! Thank you so much, it means a lot. I really wanted to show the whole journey so I’m so glad you enjoyed all the steps. And yes I feel so lucky that I could use all these sewing supplies passed on from my friend’s grandma.

@jodpigbass5904

7 ай бұрын

Me too ... i loved the whole process and really surprised that all four pieces weren't snatched up straight away ... they were totally gorgeous ...

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

@@jodpigbass5904 Thank you so much, I'm so glad you did!

I liked the darker blue jacket the best but everything is beautiful! One of my handicapped son’s passed away last year and he loved to snuggle in quilt type blankets like you made the jackets from. I now have a wonderful idea for how to transform some of his blankets into items for me, family and his caregivers. We are remodeling my office/sewing room so these will be my projects as soon as the room is finished.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing your story. I'm very sorry about his passing. That's a really beautiful project, and I wish you so much peace making them. I love that you'll be able to all wear and carry with you a piece of some items he loved and used so often. All the best with your sewing projects once your room is ready.

@olivieroniqueverolivier6233

7 ай бұрын

I am so moved by this conversation. All the best to you, PastorMO, your family, and the friends of your son. Keep going, Marikuna! What you do with all your heart brings much moreto everyone than you expected!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

@@olivieroniqueverolivier6233 ❤❤❤

@TXMamaM.O.

7 ай бұрын

@@olivieroniqueverolivier6233 thank you! We miss him terribly but I know he no longer is suffering… it’s a long story. His twin brother who is also disabled misses him too. I’m not sure if he really understands everything. I’m probably going to make him something too but I haven’t figured out what his gift will be yet. He drools a lot so I was thinking about bibs.

@olivieroniqueverolivier6233

7 ай бұрын

🙏🫶🫂

My favorite was the "cardigan" with the flared sleeves gathered at the wrists -- so cozy and feminine ! Well done !

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I really love those sleeves too. But the fabric was also beautiful to begin with!

Can’t pick a favourite because I like them all!🥰

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So happy to hear that, thank you so much!

It's the yellow one for me. All of the pieces are quite stunning

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! So glad you liked it, I thought the fabric+pattern combination would work really well.

My favorite is the blue cardigan. In fact, it is the reason I clicked on your video. I saw the picture of it on KZread....and click! You are a very talented seamstress and I have enjoyed watching you create!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm so glad you liked the cardigan and video! I absolutely adore that one too. I felt so special wearing it ;)

Lovely. I have 2 prepared quilts (quilted blankets) on my table ready to transform, and watching you just stokes my Fires of Enthusiasm for the project.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

That’s so nice to hear! All the best with these projects, I’m sure you’ll make amazing pieces out of them! Thank you so much for watching.

@retroredo9850

7 ай бұрын

In so happy her channel popped up! This is all I want to add to my few projects I sell. Its hard to make a line up because of size difference but these would be easy to make in a small/ medium and a large/XL type way.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

​@@retroredo9850 exactly! I do think they are great pieces for a wide-range of bodies! Thank you for all your support.

All garments lovely. The Yellow dress was dreamy.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your nice comment! I'm so glad you liked them.

The cardigans were STUNNING

@marikunastudio

5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m so glad you liked them. I definitely plan on making more if I find the right materials!

I love the cardigans made from the quilts (quilts are made from three layers; front, batting and backing and then quilted together) blankets are usually single layer of fabric/wool. Great video. As a 30+ year quilter the hardest part is pricing for others.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching! Yes, you're absolutely right, they are quilts. I can imagine it's difficult, quilting takes so much time, passion and energy! All the best with your own projects!

Cannot Choose a Favourite, as I LOVE them ALL 🩷💚💙💛 Soooo Beautiful, Thank you for sharing

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank *you* so much that’s so nice of you! So glad you love them all.

I love the cardigans.I can't decide which is my fav.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them! They were so nice to make. The first one suits my own style better but the fabric of the second one was so gorgeous.

The Take Flare Cardigan sleeves were the perfect choice! Everything you made was lovely.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Yes I do think those sleeves really work, very happy with that choice. Thanks for watching and commenting!

love the cardigans blanket ❤

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! The blankets themselves were already amazing to be honest.

I came upon your channel and truly enjoyed your talents, soothing tone, exceptional delivery and most of all, your passion. I am 63 years old and finally investigating my hidden passion. Scared, but nevertheless, I will try and learn. Since I was a small child, I would always accompany my grandmother to fabric stores and such, as she was a talented seamstress for known artist. It stayed with me throughout raising children and grandchildren. I don't believe it's too late to follow your dreams. I will find a way. Thank you so much for relighting my urge.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

This is so nice to read, thank you so much for sharing your story. Of course it is never too late, we learn every day and if you find joy in something that is so worth pursuing! I’m teaching myself through KZread so you’ll find great ressources out there and I’m sure you will have soaked in a lot of knowledge and memories from watching your grandmother. I wish you all the best on this creative journey! And thank you so much for watching and for your kind comment.

Can't express how much I love every second of this video ❤❤❤❤

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Can’t express how much this video loves you 😄

I liked the blue cardigan the best. The style of it was actually somewhat Victorian, with the dropped shoulder and balloon sleeves. I could imagine it as a bed jacket for a fine lady. :) Beautiful work, and a fine repurposing of materials!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Ah I love this! I can picture it too! I did feel very historical and fancy wearing it, hence the name Blanket Royalty ;) Thank you so much for watching.

Hard choice to pick just one, but I loved the yellow dress!! You have a great talent!!👍

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm really glad you liked them! That dress was so nice to make.

Stunning and I love the upcycling! I'm Japanese and we have a kind of traditional blanket house coat called a hanten. This is like a elevated and nicely detailed version! I love it!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I didn't know the name so thanks for sharing; those hanten house coats really are beautiful. I was actually thinking for a while about having tie closures rather than buttons, so they would have looked even more like it. I'm really glad you liked them!

I love everything you made. The jackets, how beautiful your sewing is, those mother-of pearl buttons, the dresses. The main thing is you attended the market and sold something. I believe in word of mouth advertsing. People will see those beautiful jackets and want one too. Be sure to make enough for the next market! Best of luck.❤

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so so much for taking the time to write such a sweet and encouraging message. It means so much and makes my day! All the best to you 💛

So I have to choose. Tough. The dress from the sheet. I liked the surprise of where the gathered skirt joined the top. I’m inspired to get back to sewing for myself and not repairing, shortening, adjusting for granddaughter.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Haha I'm glad you found it hard to choose! I was very happy with how that dress turned out and will definitely be using the same construction again in the future. Thank you so much for watching and have a great time sewing something nice for yourself!

Beautiful handmanship, incredible filmmaking and quality. Last but not least inspiring creativity! Keep going l. We absolutely love your content 🩵

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much that really means a lot! I’m glad you liked the footage itself, I find so many aspects of sewing really beautiful and satisfying for the eyes and ears so I wanted to share them. Thank you for your support and for watching!

Love your creativity. I especially like the jackets. Maybe you would do a tutorial for those of us not as creative at designing our own custom wear.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Yes I'll definitely consider it, I love making those and they're actually easier to make from a blanket or quilt because you don't have to line them... All the best with your own projects/learning.

All of your pieces are beautiful. My favourite is the first blanket cardigan.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm really glad you liked them!

I loved the cardigan with the sleeves gathered around the wrist. My fav 😀

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

The fabric was so nice to start with but I am very happy with the design too! So glad you liked it.

The yellow dress is my favorite! But they are all lovely

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them all! It was so nice to try and replicate that design for the yellow dress. Thank you for watching!

I love the plaid dress and the ruffle sleeve cardigan. Lovely! Your workmanship is fantastic!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, it' so nice to know you liked it!

@dorisamstutz5888

7 ай бұрын

They all are my favorites too

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

@@dorisamstutz5888 I'm glad you liked them! Thank you so much for watching.

I just loved everything about your video. The simplicity of your designs were incredible. I loved both cardigans. I look forward to seeing what you design next.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, your comment makes me really happy! I hope you enjoy all future videos.

This is only your third video? I’m blown away with how beautiful your shots are and the editing is also superb! 😍

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That makes me so happy, thank you so much! I'm really glad you liked the shots and editing.

@kwesley73

7 ай бұрын

I agree -beautiful clothes and amazing video… keep it up, there’s a lot of skill there!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

​@@kwesley73 Thank you so much! It means a lot. I intend to!

@marthathomas4355

7 ай бұрын

I loved both cardigans. You work is beautiful.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

@@marthathomas4355 Thank you so much, I'm so glad you did!

I absolutely love the first jacket!

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

So nice to know! I love it too and it was actually quite hard to part with it..! But I have a lot of that fabric left so I’d love to make another one.

Loved the jackets. Such talent

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! So glad you liked them.

Love all the projects. Especially love the whimsical effect of the blanket fabric. The colors are so appropriate to the style. Your new place looks like a fun project in a lovely location. Hopefully you will keep us posted on this project. Also, always appreciate channels without lots of chit- chat but lots of doing. Thanks

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your comment! I'm really glad you liked the projects. Those quilted blankets really were beautiful to start with. I hope you enjoy the next videos!

I love your work and creativity! Anyone would be proud to wear your creations! Keep up the excellent ideas!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That's so nice, thank you so much!

LOVE the blanket royalty cardigan!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you do! I do love it too and will definitely be making it again.

I think my favorite was the yellow dress! All of the pieces were wonderful; that’s just my personal preference. Loved how you upcycled old materials! I like your video style too, particularly the nice, calming music. I really don’t care for a lot of the jarring music used in a lot of videos.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so happy you liked the pieces and the video! The music was purpose made by my partner (@dreambarmusic) so I'm really glad you liked it! Thank you so much for watching.

@olivieroniqueverolivier6233

7 ай бұрын

@@marikunastudio ❤️

Love love love your blue quilted cardigan with the pink roses. 🎉 Good luck with your ventures.

@marikunastudio

Ай бұрын

Thank you so much! So glad you liked that one. I’m actually currently making more of the same design with different fabrics. All the best to you!

I love everything you made but the second jacket was my favorite. The prettiest jacket I’ve ever seen. I’d buy one XL US size 🌺

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That's so nice of you, thank you so much! I'll make more at some point so if you follow along on here or instagram, you will know when.

Oh my goodness, all of these pieces were so beautiful! My experience doing craft shows has been that as you do more shows, and repeat the same shows each year, more people buy. I guess the familiarity of seeing my face makes them somehow more confident in purchasing? And of course I got better at what I do over time.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! Yes, absolutely you're right, thanks for sharing that experience.

The yellow dress is my favorite❣️

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm glad you like it, I loved making it. Thank you for watching!

Lovely video. I am a maker myself and am getting ready for another craft show in my hometown in the US. I was taking a break and found your video. I sat back and watched it, enjoying your skill and calming voice and manner. Congratulations on your success at this event and your inspiring video!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

This is just so nice to read, thank you so much for watching and commenting! I'm really glad you enjoyed it. All the best with your craft show! 💙

How beautiful! If I had been to that market I would have bought both of those cardigans before you even got them fully unwrapped! Wishing you great success in your new business. ❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That is honestly so nice to read, thank you so much for writing that! And for your wishes! I do love making those blanket cardigans and plan on making more.

Love your blanket cardigans and the dresses. How adorable! And you have repurposed blankets into beautiful wearable style!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you thought the repurposing worked.

All 4 are great. But in my opinion the take flare cardigan is the best!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So nice to know you like them all! I do really love that one too, the fabric was already so beautiful.

From someone who sews, wow. Absolutely beautiful transformations. My favorites were the cardigans especially the one without the ruffled sleeve. This inspired me to look for some blankets and try this myself.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm really glad you thought so, and that it inspired you to try too! I really enjoyed working with these quilted blankets and I'm sure you will too.

I’m so glad I found your channel. I love all four items! You inspire me.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm really glad you found it and enjoyed it. KZread is a great source of inspiration for me, so it makes me very happy you found this video inspiring!

My goodness, I was captivated by your exquisite and precise sewing skills. Your work is clean, and I learned from watching you. I like everything you made. I love the second cardigan with the feminine sleeve detail. Congratulations on your first fair. I sincerely wish you a successful career in your future. Merry Christmas to you, next month. Please keep posting.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

This is just so sweet of you, thank you so much for your lovely words and support! I’m so glad you learned something along the way, I did too! Hope you’ll enjoy the next ones as well.

@tamaraclark9618

7 ай бұрын

I agree!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

@@tamaraclark9618 Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

Great editing and overall video. Made me feel like I was there in Italy with you Your work is beautiful and well made. Good luck in Italy

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you enjoyed it.

I love them all but my fav was the light blue Cardigan 😊

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them! That fabric and the sleeves do make it very special I think. Thank you for watching!

I loved the cardigan with the flounce at the end of the sleeve. Gorgeous!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you did! Thank you so much for your comment and for watching!

I loved the 2 jackets.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

So glad you did! Thank you for watching.

Yellow dress was my favorite! Beautiful work!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So happy you thought so! That dress was really nice to make.

I love the yellow dress and the cardigan with the flare sleeves the best!! They're all so beautiful though!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! It's so nice to hear you liked them! Thank you for watching!

Love the clothing, especially the cardigans. ❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you did! Thank you so much for watching.

I like all the style especially the top made of blanket. Also the 3 dresses looks comfortable and unique

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm glad you liked them!

My favourite pieces were the cardigans, however everything was really lovely and well made.🥰

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for watching and commenting! I'm so glad you liked them all.

i love your fashion choices, that yellow fabric i would have never thought to use and believe me there's not a lot i won't recycle!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I love trying to figure out what kind of pattern/style would suit a fabric and it was very fun working on the yellow one.

I love the 2nd jacket. The quilted coverlets were both terrific finds. I'd wear the yellow dress but would have to sew most of the bodice closed. I really like that thermal cotton fabric. It reminds me of one of my son's baby blankets.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you liked them! And yes these quilted throws were amazing already. Almost didn't want to cut into them! And the bodice of the yellow dress is more revealing for sure, but I thought it also worked really well with a top or sweater underneath, and someone on here suggested doing the ties at the back, so the design could be adapted. Thank you for watching!

I loved the blue cardigan. 🌸

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

It was so nice to work with that fabric, and I was very happy with the design, so I'm glad you liked it! Thank you for watching.

I like the blue cardigan!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm glad you did, thank you for watching!

Everything you made is beautiful, so impressive. I love that you included the breakdown of cost and profit.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, that’s really sweet of you. I wanted to share the whole/real experience so thought that would be important to have.

@ritawhite2070

8 ай бұрын

@@marikunastudio Wow! Your designs and pristine tailoring is exquisite and top of the line!! Yet this was heartbreaking to watch… All that work for $5.50 an hour! I am a clothing designer, and I could write you a book giving you advice, but I’ll try to keep it short… You shouldn’t be making less than $30 an hour that means to sell an item for $150 you need to get it done in 4 hrs. = $120 plus approximately $30 for the fabric. = $150 Plus, you’ll need to add the cost of shipping and delivery finding and getting the fabric pre-washing the fabric making labels the cost of your machine, sheen maintenance, electricity on and on - you should at least add another $10 at minimum to every garment for the aforementioned. Thereby your garment would equal $160. So, as you can see to sew your jackets, you’d have to cut labor cost down by over, locking all your seams, and no bias on the edges instead because you’ve overlooked you topstitch the seams down, make your button loops, so your loops in and instead of hand, sewing your labels, and you need to machine stitch and if you don’t like that, just tack the four corners, get a simpler hangtag, you’ll also need to sew in fiber content, and washing instructions etc I know this might sound harsh but you’re undermining professionals by selling the garment you made for $5.50 an hour This is not a garment that was mass produced in China Even China wouldn’t sell some thing for $5.50 an hour! If you were to go the route of sowing in binding around all the edges and covering the inside seam allowances, etc. I would estimate you could get that done in 6hrs. Then add. And the cost of the fabric say $30 at minimum plus adding in $10 per garment. You’d be looking at your jackets selling for $190. Which I believe many people would buy. But it’s all about where you sell it! You don’t sell one of a kind designer garments at the farmers market so to speak. You don’t sell the best for nothing. Beyond selling online, I would take it to a gallery and do a showing there and or have your own boutique If you sell it in someone else’s boutique, they’re going to take 40 to 50% in which case I would sell the boutique the one where it’s over locked and no seam binding. Start researching online and find out what people are charging and get your prices up You have to accept that not everyone can afford your garments you’re gonna have to except that only the rich can afford your garments, and that your average person cannot. I would have assumed that you would’ve sold your jackets for $320 and the dresses for $200 minimum You have to accept reality and that you can’t spend your life‘s time and energy working for less than $20 an hour let alone six dollars an hour. That’s insane.! Well, like I said, I could write a book but I hope I helped you get a bigger picture. Good luck!

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

@@ritawhite2070thank you for sharing your take and tips on this! You’re right of course, I do hope to reach a better balance between those different factors, and there are many ways I can do that. All the best to you!

@marianlinden9736

7 ай бұрын

As a consumer and occasional sewer and granddaughter of a dressmaker/fitter, ive got a different take on price and value. While I agree that no experienced dress designer/dressmaker should work for $5.50 an hour, I dont think you have to take all the advice of someone who would charge $300 per garment. If fashion is ever to become sustainable, it must be affordable for many people. I would pay $200 for one of those jackets because a) that is a bit more than I can easily afford but I caN still pay my bills and b) I appreciate hand work. If you charged 23$an hour for 6 hrs that would be $138 for labor and $62 for materials and profit. You would still have to significantly cut your sewing time, but 6 hrs of labor vs 4 hrs would give you two more hours to pay attention to sustainability. Origami labels might be lovely, but totally unnecessary.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

​@@marianlinden9736 Thank you for sharing your take! It's great to get a sense of what people would charge/pay/value. All the things shown here (including the labels!) I made because I enjoyed that process. But of course it doesn't mean I should undersell them because it happens to be my passion. So I am figuring things out as I go and this was part of the experiment. Thank you for your support!

What beautiful pieces! It's difficult to say which is my favorite, but it would be between the second cardigan and the yellow dress. All are beautiful.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I’m really glad you liked them! And thank you for watching.

Beautiful designs, and I love that they are from recycled materials!!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm really glad you thought so! It's always a nice challenge trying to figure out what would work well with a specific fabric/material/colour/texture.

Cool. I have sewn all my life and lately been following a couple real estate channels in Itally and France. Just to see the area, small towns, in credible stone buildings! I followed one in Normandy, France first. Mostly farmhomes that caretakers of farm would have lived in. Properties divided up in strange ways but the scenery is great. Then A Home in Italy popped up and they have more homes right in the towns. We retired more rural in Southern California. Our small town doesnt have everything though like the ones in other countries. We do have bigger stores an hour south and north so plan out trips. Im selling here for first time on my life as the native tribe had a farmers market because everyone kept asking me where I got my jean bags from. I've been sewing and wearing all second hand most of my life. My mother made my sister and I dresses from her dresses. You can see that in pictures! Ok Im typing while video is on. Going to watch your creations. I want to make more dresses like yours but I cannot get any yardage so thinking to join materials like mens shirts or tshirts. I like the choice of ruffled sleeve. I have a velvet type hooding that did have elastic ruching (sp?) and its all stretched out. I may try doing that ribbon channel to fix sleeves and at waist. Im so going to subscribe and check out your channel.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm glad you enjoyed it! And yes those real estate channels are dreamy..! Joining materials is always a great and fun option. Curtains, tablecloth, bed linens, old clothes, from your closet or from people around who might be happy to get rid of them...Good luck with fixing that sweater and with all your projects.

Looove the cardigans so much. Cardigan 1 is my favorite style, but I love the colors of #2. I actually had the same/similar bedspread on my bed at my camp growing up

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them! That’s such a great combination, it would have looked amazing. And that’s so cool!? What a nice camp blanket. Thank you for watching!

I absolutely LOVE the cardigans!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That's so nice to hear, thank you! I really do want to make more whenever I find the right quilts or blankets.

It was all beautiful, but I was so impressed with how you matched up the plaid lines. It boggles my mind. I had to like it best even though it wouldn't be something I would normally wear, because of your skill and originality of the pattern. And of course being a country girl, a dress has to have pockets. Lol

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much I’m so glad you liked them! Well I have to say..I was so careful to line them up in the middle that I completely forgot about the sides so the front and back don’t match up at the side seams haha! I do love that pattern and will definitely be making it again. Thank you for watching!

i cant piiiiiiick! love all of them 😩😩😩

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Hahaha💛💛💛

The blue cardigan. I want one! I love your style. And your finishing work is superb.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That's so nice to hear, thank you! I'm glad you liked that one!

those cardigans are beautiful

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you! Glad you liked them!

Love the yellow dress!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

It was really nice to make, I'm glad you liked it!

My fave piece was the first jacket!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked it! I loved making it.

Very cool. The yellow dress is my fave.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, glad you liked the yellow dress!

It's a tie between the yellow dress and the ruffle sleeve jacket, but love them all. Good luck. Hope to see more footage of your dwelling too.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them all! And yes I do plan to share more about that..Thank you so much for watching and for your comment!

3rd is just adorable! Pattern and shape just go beautiful together ❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you think so! Thank you for watching!

Extremely creative and clever. Super jobs. I like the second cardigan the best.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, that means a lot! I do love that second cardigan, the fabric was so gorgeous to start with.

My favorite piece is the aqua cardigan. I just love the theory and the realization of making craft clothing, one-of-a-kind pieces that aren’t too wacky to actually wear. You did a beautiful job. I love the way you so meticulously finished the inside and all the details. This is the first video of yours I’ve watched. I’m so curious to look at your channel to see who you are and what else you are doing.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so, so much for this heartwarming comment! I really do love figuring out designs and constructions, and I'm so glad you enjoyed the process and pieces.

Очень милые наряды получились, особенно голубой кардиган и желтое платьице! Желаю вам успехов!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I’m really glad you liked it.

Favorite is second cardigan, although I loved everything you made.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So glad you liked them all! I did really enjoy making that second cardigan, the fabric was amazing to start with. Thank you for watching!

I love the yellow dress.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

So nice to know! I really enjoyed making it. Thank you for watching!

Oh my goodness that door! I love your work also.

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Haha yes that door is gorgeous and deserved its own moment! Thank you so much, really appreciate it.

I don’t have a favorite I LOVED them all! I was so inspired by your work. I have been wanting to get back into sewing to make a quilting jacket similar to the blue one you made but nothing close to this level. That was true craftsmanship. Every stitch was so neat and clean. And so many little details went into every piece. WELL DONE! You have me as a subscriber.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for such a nice comment! I'm so glad you enjoyed it. I wish you all the best with your sewing! Binding the seams is actually so much easier than other finishes (flat-felled seams, lining) I find, but it does look really neat. You'll do amazing. Thank you for watching and subscribing!

All beautiful, loved the yellow dress the most

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I'm glad you liked them, the yellow dress was really nice to make.

I love the yellow dress!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

So good to know! Thanks for watching.

Would love to stay there and go to that market. Would be a dream come true!! Love the cardigan with the Renaissance sleeves.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Yes it’s such a beautiful place! Thank you so much for watching, and I’m really glad you liked that cardigan.

I loved both cardigans!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I'm so glad you did! Thank you for watching!

I love them all! My favorite was the first cardigan, so beautifully made and so cute! I which I could by it now!

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm so glad you liked it! I will make more whenever I find the right quilts or blankets.

Hello! I found your video on the algorithm while I was looking at sewing tutorials, and this was a treat. It was lovely to watch your process; thank you so much for sharing! Wishing you all the best, hope to see more in the future :)

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Hi! Thank you so much for watching, and for your wishes! I'm so glad KZread brought you to my video and that you enjoyed it. I am planning some more!

I loved the cardigans so much! You are going to do well you have a great eye for fashion and your technique is flawless.

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

That's so nice to read, thank you so much! I did really enjoy making these cardigans.

All beautiful.. darker blue jacket for me❤❤❤❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

I do love that one too...Thank you so much for watching!

I loved them all .especially the yellow tie dress😂❤❤

@marikunastudio

8 ай бұрын

Thank you so much! I felt like that texture/fabric would work well with that design and I do love it too.

I absolutely love your video. I vote for the dresses as my favorite, but I am partial to dresses. I love the sleeves on the cardigans. My family is full of quilters, what a great idea to use blankets. ❤

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much, I'm so glad you enjoyed it and liked the dresses! Quilts are so beautiful.

Too good love from south Africa very very creative I wish I could sew like you but I'm trying Thanku be safe n happy God bless u

@marikunastudio

7 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!