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Creativity & Mindset
How to Connect With People in the Sewing Community
Building Community: Appreciate, Listen, Share.
May 31, 2023 8
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Creativity & Mindset
The 10 Biggest Sewing Mistakes You Can Make
Expert tips to help you avoid these common sewing mistakes.
May 29, 2023 21
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Tutorials & Techniques
Are Rotary Cutters or Scissors Better for Cutting Fabric?
Which tool is the best for cutting fabric? YOU be the judge.
May 22, 2023 67
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Creativity & Mindset
The Paradox of Choice
Having too many options makes it harder to choose. Here are 5 tips to help you make decisions with your sewing.
May 17, 2023 1
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Creativity & Mindset
10 Things I Wish I Knew When I First Started Sewing
Insider tips for sewing newbies.
May 15, 2023 25
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Creativity & Mindset
Are You Ever Really Satisfied With What You Create?
8 tips to help you reframe your sewing fails.
May 10, 2023 9
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Creativity & Mindset
Haven't Sewn in Years? Here's How to Restart.
5 simple steps to help you dust off your machine and get back into sewing your own clothes.
May 8, 2023 6
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Creativity & Mindset
The Advantages of Being a Beginner
How tapping into a beginner's mindset can reveal even more creative possibilities.
May 3, 2023 1
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Tutorials & Techniques
Should You Hem Knits With a Twin Needle or a Zigzag Stitch?
Which method is best? YOU be the judge.
May 1, 2023 41
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Seamwork Radio Podcast
9 Ways That Creativity Builds Self-compassion
Your hobbies can improve your relationship with yourself.
April 26, 2023 0
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Patterns
I Tried Embroidery. Here's What I Learned!
Sew an (embroidered) Aims blouse with me. By Sarai Mitnick.
April 24, 2023 26
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Creativity & Mindset
What to do if Your Hobby Starts to Feel Like Work
6 tips for reclaiming joy and rediscovering the fun in your sewing.
April 19, 2023 1
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Makers & Crafts
5 MORE Sewing YouTube Channels to Follow Right Now
Binge-worthy sewing channels.
April 17, 2023 6
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Seamwork Radio Podcast
Tips for Sewing Big Projects
Why you should sew challenging projects, what to do if you need help getting started, and how to motivate yourself to finish.
April 12, 2023 2
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Fabric & Textiles
Do I REALLY Need a Coverstitch Machine?
Will a coverstitch make hemming knits easier, or is it a waste of money?
April 10, 2023 48
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Tutorials & Techniques
The Ultimate Guide to Fitting Techniques from Seamwork
Our top tutorials for getting a great fit.
April 7, 2023 5
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Fabric & Textiles
How to Overcome a Fabric Fail
What to do when you pick out the wrong color of fabric for your project. By Sarai Mitnick.
April 3, 2023 22
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Seamwork Radio Podcast
Creativity is not Efficient
Creativity isn't efficient, but is that a bad thing? Sarai and Haley explore three reasons why creativity is not efficient and share tips for ways you can lean into those creative moments rather than taking the quick and easy route.
March 22, 2023 2
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Tutorials & Techniques
How to Add Shirring to Your Sewing Projects
No-fuss tips for adding this textured cinching detail to your clothes.
March 20, 2023 12
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Seamwork Radio Podcast
How Sewing Influenced My Life (After 20+ Years)
You might have learned to sew from grandparents or parents, but some of us didn't have sewing elders. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share invaluable lessons and reflections from Seamworkers who have been sewing for more than 20 years.
March 20, 2023 1
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Tutorials & Techniques
Two Ways to Cut Bias Tape
Which method is best, continuous or strips? YOU be the judge.
March 13, 2023 37
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Seamwork Radio Podcast
Where to Look for Confidence in Your Sewing Practice
Making stuff is brings up issues around confidence because it’s a constant process of learning, and learning will always challenge you. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share 5 moments in your sewing practice that will boost your self-confidence.
March 7, 2023 0
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Tutorials & Techniques
Two Ways to Press and Fold Bias Tape
Which method is the best? YOU be the judge.
March 6, 2023 58
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Fabric & Textiles
How to Sew a Rain Jacket
Tips for picking out waterproof and water-resistant fabrics, sealing seams, and sewing your own rain gear.
March 1, 2023 3
