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Style & Wardrobe

Design Your Wardrobe with Color and Prints

The next round of Design Your Wardrobe starts soon, and it’s going to be FUN.

June 30, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

Notions Make Sewing Feel Special

This month, we encourage you to take a closer look at all the little objects in your sewing toolkit.

June 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

How to Make Bias Tape

Learn a method for creating custom single and double fold bias tape.

June 30, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Finding Your Sewing Why, Part 2

Episode 45: In the last episode, we explored the reasons that we sew in order to uncover our individual sewing "why." Today, we discuss how to use that to make decisions.

June 29, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Finding Your Sewing Why, Part 1

Episode 44: What is the real reason you sew? By understanding the "why" behind your sewing practice, you can find new ways to stay motivated, and make meaningful choices.

June 29, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Behind the Scenes: The Seamwork Philosophy

Episode 43: Sarai and Haley share our values and philosophy, plus why we're pursuing B Corp certification this year.

June 21, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

A Rising Ruby Star

Episode 42: Haley sits down with all five founding designers of Ruby Star to talk about their creative journey, their close friendship, and what designing fabric means

June 15, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Why Buy Organic? (featuring Birch Fabrics)

Episode 41: What exactly is organic fabric? And why should you buy it? We're joined by Arleen, Director of Operations for Birch Fabric to talk about the how and why of organics.

June 8, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

5 Ways to Replace Disposables in Your Kitchen

Make the switch with these easy projects to help reduce single-use items in your kitchen. By Ellie Rivkin.

May 31, 2021 0

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Style & Wardrobe

Did You Make That?

Get inspired by these finished Seamwork projects.

May 31, 2021 0
Style & Wardrobe

Create a Summer Capsule Wardrobe with a Statement Romper

Get your summer glow on with this capsule wardrobe featuring the Kari romper. By Farrah Dodson.

May 31, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

Three Generations Revel in Me-Made Wardrobes

With our differing worldviews, sewing is our common thread. By Elizabeth Endicott.

May 31, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

Creating a More Colorful Quilting Community

This non-profit connects the modern quilting community across all colors, ages, genders, and backgrounds. An interview by Lori Caldwell.

May 31, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

Drawing the Line Between Cultural Appropriation and Appreciation

Distinguishing between the two is not always easy. Here are some of the nuances. By Noelle Fujii-Oride.

May 31, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

The Powerful Swimwear of Sirena Patterns

An interview with swimsuit expert and PDF patternmaker, Tommie Hernández. By Karla Menéndez.

May 31, 2021 0
Fabric Guides

The Fantasy of Key West Hand Print Fabrics

At the intersection of fantasy and reality, Lilly Pulitzer and Key West Hand Print Fabrics turn happiness and sunshine into couture. By Cindy Massre.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Project Diary: Sewing and Dyeing Garments Inspired by Nature

Follow an adventurous beginner on her quest to sew a garment inspired by what she finds in nature. By Deanna Jacome.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

How to Copy Your Favorite T-shirt (Without Cutting it Apart)

Learn how to make a pattern by tracing your favorite ready-to-wear tee. By Meg Stively.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Pattern Hacks: How to Add Ruffles to Any Garment

Learn how to add this textural and flirty detail to any pattern, by Haley Glenn.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Maggie Swimsuit

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this two-piece bathing suit.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Kari Romper

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this romper pattern.

May 31, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

Does Sewing Make You Glow?

The theme this month is Glow, and here are some ways to feel proud of your craft.

May 31, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Taking the First Steps to Turn Your Hobby Into a Business

Episode 40: We're joined by Abby Glassenberg of Craft Industry Alliance, who shares her wisdom after working with over a thousand craft businesses of all sizes.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

Swimwear Basics

Everything you need to know about sewing your own swimsuit.

May 28, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Three DIY Replacements for Disposables in the Bathroom

Episode 39: We'll talk through DIY ideas to help us all reduce waste in the home while using the scraps we already have.

May 19, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

What are the Signs of High Quality Clothing?

Episode 38: We discuss the three areas to look for quality in clothing, and what "high quality" really means for us.

May 19, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

The Peculiar Grief of Sewing My Daughter’s Spring Dress

My bittersweet experience sewing clothing for an evergrowing child. By Thao Thai.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

3 Ways to Replace Disposables in Your Bathroom

Make the switch with these easy projects to help reduce single-use items in your bathroom, by Ellie Rivkin.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

How to Finish Underwear with Knit Bands Instead of Elastic

If you’re going to sew your own underwear, why not make them really comfortable to wear? By Taylor Pruitt.

April 30, 2021 0
Style & Wardrobe

Did You Make That?

Get inspired by these finished Seamwork projects.

April 30, 2021 0