Whit Makes

Whit Makes

I knit and sew and love to talk about how I make space for my creative practice here.

June Sewing and July Plans!

June Sewing and July Plans!

Week in the Life Vlog

Week in the Life Vlog

Spring Sewing Plans!

Spring Sewing Plans!

A Thrifted Fabric Haul!

A Thrifted Fabric Haul!

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  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire2 күн бұрын

    Family time is such a treasure.

  • @pennyvdl
    @pennyvdl5 күн бұрын

    I want to visit the US just to go to Remainders! Charlie from the channel “The Stitchery” talks about them all the time, and I’m so jealous! Unfortunately, a trip from the Middle East to the US to go thrifting, kind off defeats the point. 🤣

  • @stephaniedouglas7749
    @stephaniedouglas77496 күн бұрын

    Love Sam ❤

  • @marygreen7225
    @marygreen72256 күн бұрын

    So lovely to see all your videos. Thank you for taking the time to make them.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes6 күн бұрын

    I’m glad you’re enjoying! They’ve been fun to make

  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire7 күн бұрын

    Love Santa Fe! Glad Sam is over his car sickness. Enjoy your family time! Your Tess knit is going to be awesome!

  • @upcycledcopycat8389
    @upcycledcopycat83897 күн бұрын

    Must be lots of poporotsy I’m thinking around Santa fa …. Isn’t that Baldwin movie court case

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    Omg we just drove by the courthouse and it was a madhouse!

  • @upcycledcopycat8389
    @upcycledcopycat83897 күн бұрын

    I seem to be making useless stories on insta lately purely for my kids and gkids and a select group of familia and a few diehard followers (that I like to call “my imaginary sewing friends”). I’ve been travelling on planes trains automobiles this year ALOT and they like to keep track of where I am and what I get up to…and the best part is it disappears after 24 hrs. it’s the best way I find to keep in contact with kids & gkids …less texting in different time zones involved. Especially when I’m in Europe

  • @what_valerie_makes
    @what_valerie_makes7 күн бұрын

    That test knit would be super cute as a vest! Put some ribbing around those armholes and done (says a non knitter 😂)!!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    I agree!!! I need to do the sleeves for the test but honestly this would be so cute just finished off as is!

  • @sewonsister
    @sewonsister7 күн бұрын

    Santa Fe is beautiful. I see why people love it there. Today I am going to work on another Gilbert Top in a natural colored linen. I am not sure if it's a great color for me so I may want to dye it. We'll see. You actually inspired me to delete my Instagram for the summer and it has been good for me. It can be such a time suck. I totally understand not wanting to interact with the world sometimes. It's nuts right now. I just keep telling myself to look for the good. And I agree, I love seeing what other people are creating. It fuels me. Have fun with your family. Thanks for the video.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    Love hearing all this! And happy to report even with it back on my phone, I haven't looked today. I would love to just log on for 'whit makes' related stuff and then not get on, resist the urge to just scroll!

  • @debsmadethis
    @debsmadethis7 күн бұрын

    Glad the sickness settled😮. Thanks for taking us with you, your knit is looking fab! I'm just thinking of only having insta on a tablet as I seem to scroll less there! Have a fab time away

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    Thanks! Yes that's a good idea- I may take it off my phone but still keep it activated so I can check periodically?

  • @sarahlovesdonuts9601
    @sarahlovesdonuts96017 күн бұрын

    Your landscape around your parents is amazing. I really appreciate how diverse the different regions of this country are. I can tell a crazy Teva story from 1994…I’m that old. I don’t feel it though😁😁😁. Whit, you wouldn’t be human if you didn’t have feelings…about filming AND all of your immense responsibilities. Remember that you are employed in the most important job…MOTHERHOOD. We wouldn’t exist as an evolving society without it!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    Thank you!! Yes, I've definitely got a full time job over here! I agree about the landscape, always amazes me how you can drive a few hours and be in a completely different place. My favorite part of road trips!

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood7 күн бұрын

    I was happy to see you back on Instagram this morning, and I hope that you have the best of luck with the limitations that you've set. Also, I didn't feel that you were fishing for compliments in the last video. I hope you're doing well. Good to see you're enjoying Santa Fe! Definitely let me know what fabric / yarn store recommendations you have. I'm down in albuquerque, so that's not a far trip for me.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    Thank you!! Today I hit up Hacer Santa Fe- it's small but lovely and she also carries a lot of books and patterns! We also checked out Miriam's Well, a tiny, eclectic yarn store with a wonderful owner that was a delight to talk to!

  • @lifesbanquet4501
    @lifesbanquet45017 күн бұрын

    Enjoying your vlogs!

  • @sarahlovesdonuts9601
    @sarahlovesdonuts96017 күн бұрын

    Feels old school to me. I love it too!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    thank you!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes7 күн бұрын

    I'm embracing the old schoolness that I am- haha!

  • @Avotts
    @Avotts8 күн бұрын

    l just stumbled across your video. I had to laugh hearing you talk about Remainders, There is a channel called The Stirchery aka Charley. She lives out in CA. She seems to be their biggest supporter. She is a hoot to watch. She does not use patterns. She creates clothing out of her Id. i do my thrifting at Goodwill. I have bought a good bit of sewing fabric, both quilting and apparel. (yardage, including 3 yards of dupione) I have invested in table cloths, sheets, duvet covers, shams, pillow cases, various home decor fabrics, shower curtains, drapes, and more, I also check out many Walmarts I have found lovely dress fabrics in their precut bundle fabrics. I did catch some deals when 2 Joanns recently went out of business.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    I’ll check her out! It is really a fantastic store!

  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire9 күн бұрын

    Please keep this fun for YOU! I enjoy your honesty, and you encourage me by showing the hiccups in your life, it makes you normal! The Tessknit is gorgeous!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Appreciate ❤️

  • @debsmadethis
    @debsmadethis9 күн бұрын

    Just do what works for you chickadee! I've only managed 1 vlog a month for the last bit 😂😂. Your test knit is looking fab . I was thinking of you when I was working on my Reeta today ! Have a good trip 😊

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!!

  • @sewonsister
    @sewonsister9 күн бұрын

    I love your videos. You're one of my favorites. I don't think the videos are boring. I actually like that they are authentic. I am inspired by your sewing and I like seeing what you're up to. Have a good week whatever you decide to do.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Thanks! I didn’t mean to be dramatic, I enjoy this space so much! But sometimes it’s draining or scary putting yourself out on the internet. Thanks for the comment ❤️

  • @tobielurie4582
    @tobielurie45829 күн бұрын

    I hope you have time for the big craft market in Santa Fe. Enjoy with your family. I love seeing you every morning but you should do what is best for you.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    We’re looking to see if we’ll go!

  • @tracischieber4253
    @tracischieber42539 күн бұрын

    Totally understand why you might want to quit, but you’re one of my favorites! Just so you know!!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Thank you! I really wasn’t fishing for praise but it’s nice to hear and I won’t go anywhere. I think sometimes it’s just scary to put yourself out there! But usually it’s worth it

  • @aleciacope3503
    @aleciacope35039 күн бұрын

    Keep this fun for you.Don't stress the daily vlogs. I would be sad to never see another one of your videos.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Thanks and I will! Sometimes I just want to burrow into a cocoon away from the world, but that’s ok. Won’t go anywhere!

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood9 күн бұрын

    I love your content. I'm sorry you feel the desire to delete it. Your test knit is looking so good and I hope you have fun in Santa Fe!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    Thank you! Being online is weird and just sharing- will stay!

  • @vmt4life
    @vmt4life9 күн бұрын

    I enjoy seeing your face every morning!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes8 күн бұрын

    That’s very nice! Thank you

  • @denisedyer7581
    @denisedyer75819 күн бұрын

    Your test knit looks amazing. Haven’t made a sweater in years but will soon. Making the Vertices Unite by Stephen West and I am in love with the pattern and yarn. Have a fun trip.

  • @susanrobertson5137
    @susanrobertson513710 күн бұрын

    I made a DRK Everyday sweater in the Dapple in Cosmos and I absolutely love it, it feels like a sweatshirt and I wear it a ton. My only thing with that yarn is that I did a fade and it was nerve racking to try and make that work out right since the tonal dying process means the skeins vary a a lot. I too have the Weekender Crew on my list to start soon, but am still deciding on yarn, may use Sandnes Garn Duo (another wool/cotton blend).

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood10 күн бұрын

    Have fun in Santa Fe! Pack super light. I'm in Albuquerque and we're having a hot time in New Mexico right now.

  • @debsmadethis
    @debsmadethis10 күн бұрын

    Gorgeous fabrics! Especially that blue rib knit! Hurray for over kids too, missing our eldest who is away in the States working at Camp America. I just made the oxbow they arefab ( on my June vlog if you want a look!😊)

  • @thegreenpincushion510
    @thegreenpincushion51011 күн бұрын

    What beautiful and marvelous fabric! Your son is so cute and adorable!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes11 күн бұрын

    Thank you so much!

  • @hoppaheedahoe2581
    @hoppaheedahoe258111 күн бұрын

    The draft it yourself BHL Lucy dress is fun. You may like it! I am getting into hacking and redrafting so it’s on my list!

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood11 күн бұрын

    The azure fabric is my favorite. So glad I don't have to say it out loud (I have no idea either)😅. Also, Independence Day is a good movie. My husband's birthday is on the 4th of July, and it's a tradition to watch it. As always, I'm enjoying the content, and I hope you have a great day!

  • @maureenrobertson350
    @maureenrobertson35011 күн бұрын

    This is going to be fun❣️ I’m all in for the ride. Your home is spectacular! The view from your deck is magnificent. I would be hard pressed to ever come inside. Thanks for sharing.

  • @TIMAbyFK
    @TIMAbyFK11 күн бұрын

    Gorgeous fabrics! Getting quality solids is so wonderful, I feel like I’m often so drawn to a print, but when I’m intentionally shopping and get a fabulous solid that be a staple in my wardrobe I do a little dance. I can’t wait to see what you make with them, particularly the olive green pants!

  • @georgianasstudio
    @georgianasstudio12 күн бұрын

    I think the diaper butt problem happens more when you have a very small waist and larger hips. It’s difficult to avoid.

  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire12 күн бұрын

    Thanks for sharing your day! Hope it was amazing in the beautiful place you call “home.”

  • @GoingGreenMom
    @GoingGreenMom12 күн бұрын

    Hope you had a great 4th!

  • @lynngates1662
    @lynngates166212 күн бұрын

    Yes! Independence Day 😁 One of the many movies I've got nearly all memorized haha. The Reeta is a fabulous make! I just finished another one last month and wore it for the 4th (yesterday) Mine is in a linen blend and it's so breezy with those deep side splits. They draft for 5'9", so nice and long everywhere; big fan of Named. (They do still do patterns, released in groups, and a couple books) Have fun! One son's family has a Denver zoo/natural history museum membership and like the Imax movies there. A crush of people does make it hard to relax properly though. There will be more visits ☺.... Happy sewing!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes12 күн бұрын

    I’m so excited to hear everyone loves the reeta! Hope to work on it today!

  • @buttercupthreads
    @buttercupthreads13 күн бұрын

    Definitely can’t all be winners, been there and appreciate your honesty. Curious what you think of Sandwich because it’s on my list for the summer. I just started Looking Glass Sound because apparently I’m in the mood to be terrified 😅

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes12 күн бұрын

    I’ve heard such good things about it! I actually had five books come in at once so I’m shuffling my list around to try and get them all in 😂

  • @riittatammi1149
    @riittatammi114913 күн бұрын

    Named pattern company has gone through their older patterns, and the Reeta dress runs now up to US size 24

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    Thank you! I was going to look it up before I talked about it again, thanks for saving me the time!

  • @debsmadethis
    @debsmadethis13 күн бұрын

    Sending Mama hugs love, we just do what we think they ll enjoy! Ooo the Reeta is next in my queue after a Charlie I'm making as a gift......Your fabric will look so good! I have the layout for the Reeta from the pdf instructions if it's helpful? I couldn't find a way to send it!!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    That’s nice- but it’s ok! I think I figured out what I want! ❤️

  • @astitchofcomposure3508
    @astitchofcomposure350813 күн бұрын

    Thank you for sharing your day. I appreciate your daily thoughts. I do understand not wanting to read about anything when you are in the thick of things. Keep up the great work I’m here for it! Your insight is refreshing.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    Thanks!!

  • @denisedyer7581
    @denisedyer758113 күн бұрын

    Hello Whit. I am enjoying your vlogmas in July! I watch and knit a little in the morning before my day starts. Your test knit looks beautiful. Love a good shirt or shirt dress. Looking forward to seeing it. I just cut out a Gilbert shirt short sleeve yesterday out of a beautiful bright Liberty. Almost messed up with cutting out the wrong back but it worked out. Enjoy you July 4th holiday!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    Love hearing what you’re working on!!

  • @sarahlovesdonuts9601
    @sarahlovesdonuts960113 күн бұрын

    I need an orange sports bra and a glass of wine!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    😂

  • @GoingGreenMom
    @GoingGreenMom14 күн бұрын

    I could see the overshirt with a brighter top. Like maybe a watermelon or pink that looks good with your skintone.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes13 күн бұрын

    Definitely!!

  • @Army2Fire
    @Army2Fire14 күн бұрын

    Diaper butt😂🤣 and it’s 100 degrees + humidity here in Alabama! No sweaters needed!

  • @sarahlovesdonuts9601
    @sarahlovesdonuts960114 күн бұрын

    The navy dress pants and the cream vest look so good together. What a classy outfit! I’m always impressed with your makes.💗

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes14 күн бұрын

    Thank you!!

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood14 күн бұрын

    Very cute shorts! I could never live without pockets, but I can understand why people prefer not to put them on sometimes. I absolutely think a graphic tee would be rocking with those shorts. It was a pleasure to see your video this morning, I love watching them before work, and I hope you have a most excellent day / rest of your week!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes14 күн бұрын

    Thanks!! And yes- I prefer pockets!!

  • @sewonsister
    @sewonsister14 күн бұрын

    I love seersucker in the summer! I made myself a pj set last year and I wear them so much as lounge wear when it's super hot. I like using the Pants No. 1 pattern from 100 Acts of Sewing. It is also an elastic waist pant pattern and has the same style of "fold down" waistband, but I also like the look of those Pamonas without the side seam. Your shorts are cute! Happy sewing!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes14 күн бұрын

    Yes those look like a great staple pattern!

  • @lasalzyn
    @lasalzyn15 күн бұрын

    I have made 2 pairs of the Friday Pattern Sport Shorts and love them! Super easy to sew and come together quickly. Definitely my go to summer shorts this year. Also the pattern is pay what you can and free is an option. 😁

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes14 күн бұрын

    These are very cute!!! My daughter would like them too

  • @TIMAbyFK
    @TIMAbyFK15 күн бұрын

    Beautiful progress on the shawl and sweater! It’s lovely hearing about your gardening and reading also. I have recently been stuck on a dress I’m working on. I’ve found myself asking my best friend about her WIPs lately, and I had to turn to myself and ask about my own WIPs! So I took out a hacked dress pattern I’d cut out last year in June. I was a little fuzzy on all the alterations and edits I’d done so revisiting the project felt daunting and I was dragging myself to work on it when their were other projects I’d be more excited to work on. I like that you gave yourself the space to work on something else and to get that successful feeling! I’m trying to power through this dress and reward myself with a fun project after. Thanks as always for sharing and I’m looking forward to more!

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes15 күн бұрын

    Sometimes we just have to play around with our motivation and that changes for me all the time. Sometimes a more in depth project is just what I need, sometimes the quick and easy fill me up more! I like the idea of something fun as a reward, I hope you get your dress done! Starting back up is always the hardest part.

  • @Brenda_S
    @Brenda_S15 күн бұрын

    You definitely use your time wisely and accomplish a lot in a day. I have a dresser drawer where projects go to time out. 😂

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes15 күн бұрын

    Not all days, trust me! The vlogging is very motivating. I'm sure there will be some lazier days coming up!

  • @kaytemnorwood
    @kaytemnorwood15 күн бұрын

    The shorts turned out super cute! I'm kind of in the opposite area of projects though, where I'm now feeling that I need to pick something back up instead of starting something new because so many projects have been in timeout for so long. It's great for me to see these vlogs from you, and I appreciate all your hard work. I hope you're having a good week.

  • @whitmakes
    @whitmakes15 күн бұрын

    Thanks! Yes you have to be careful- don’t want the ufos to stack up! But if you’re hating a project sometimes you have to let it go and if it’s meant to be it will come back to you 😂 I’m kidding mostly

  • @christineshemranifar3218
    @christineshemranifar321815 күн бұрын

    I'm loving seeing you every day Whitney. You are so productive.