Over the past few months, I’ve been suspiciously inactive, I know – and I’m sorry!
To start with, I wasn’t really aware of how little I’d been posting on my social media, this blog and YouTube, but then a few of you lovely people who follow me sent me a message to wonder where I’d got to.
The truth is, I was feeling a little bit down and not myself, so I decided to take a step back from everything. I wasn’t enjoying going on Instagram, and every time I did post, I felt like I shouldn’t be – nothing I was making seemed to be going to plan, and I ended up comparing everything I made to other people’s wonderful handmade wardrobes, and feeling a little inadequate. I still loved chatting to people in the comments of my pictures, and I still felt like I belonged (I mean, how couldn’t I?! The Instagram community among sewists has got to be one of the most supportive places on social media), but it was becoming a source of stress and anxiety.
After my couple of months off from everything and an opportunity to think about what I’m comfortable with, I’ve decided to stop uploading on YouTube, and focus instead on writing for my blog (both this one and Clothing Care Co) and Instagram.
I’m so grateful to everyone who has supported me and my YouTube channel, but I’ve realised that it’s started to make me more anxious than anything – I feel much more comfortable typing out my thoughts into blog posts than I think I ever could behind the camera, but I’m glad I tried it! The videos that I have made will stay up on YouTube, and maybe one day I’ll start uploading again – but for now, I’m going to do much more writing.
So, in conclusion (because I feel like I’ve said a lot without really saying anything, you know what I mean?) I’m going to stop uploading to YouTube. Instead, I’ll write about my makes, plans, reads and chronicles of illness on here, and start being more active on Instagram again! And, as always, I really appreciate your support.
The Little Dressmaker 
Well I’m sad to hear about YouTube because its convenient as a spectator. I understand theres a lot of work involved. And I’ve never been comfortable on camera either. But I’ve been meaning to read more this year anyways. And you read like you talk (been reading your book lately haha.)
I’ll have to check my subscription to clothing care co because I dont think I’ve been getting updates. Anywho. I’m glad you are concentrating on what’s best for you. All the best! Cant wait for the next update.
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You will certainly be missed however, the most important thing is that you take care of yourself. I cannot imagine the pressure of having to be “up” with your attitude and have content for your channel.
You have to do what brings you joy and I look forward to reading your posts.
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I look forward to reading your blog! Cheers!
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Harriet, stay positive as you are an inspiration to all of us disabled sewist. Looking forward to reading your blogs.
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I think there is a lot to be said for a well written, considered and thought out blog post. You write beautifully and such a great way to document projects! Look forward to seeing more posts xo
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Missed you. You were one of the first people I started following on you tube and instagram. I loved your fun approach to the things you do and gave me the confidence to have a go instead of just watching you all. I totally understand you need to do what’s right for you. Looking after yourself is the most important thing. Look forward to seeing your blogs in the future.
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