All Episodes — Page 3

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  Episode 79

  Find Your Fit

  We want to wear clothes that fit. Learning about fit and applying those lessons to your own sewing practice can be intimidating. Sarai and Haley cover why fitting is a challenge for most people, then provide a simple framework for approaching fit.

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  Episode 78

  Design Your Wardrobe

  Have you ever wanted to tap into your inner designer? Sarai and Haley continue their conversation about the Sewing by Design framework and chat about how building a wardrobe with intention and purpose can transform your sewing practice.

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  Episode 77

  Build Your Practice

  What's the secret to building (and keeping) your sewing momentum? Falling in love with sewing. In this episode, Sarai and Haley continue their conversation about the Sewing by Design framework and discuss how to build a sewing practice that you love.

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  Episode 76

  Lay Your Foundation

  Part 2 of Sewing by Design is Laying Your Foundation. Sewing is ultimately a collection of component skills. Identify the most vital techniques and you can simplify the learning process. This episode covers the 8 skills needed to get started sewing.

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  Episode 75

  Sewing by Design

  Learning how to sew can be hard! Especially when you lack a mentor to guide you on your journey. In this episode, we introduce the Sewing by Design framework and how it can be your roadmap for cultivating your sewing practice at any skill level.

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  Episode 74

  Re-run: A Radical Change in Confidence With Jenny Rushmore

  In one of our favorite episodes from the podcast archives, learn how Jenny overcame childhood bullying and discovered her voice in the sewing community, founding Cashmerette patterns and changing the course of indie sewing history.

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  Episode 73

  Re-run: Daddy Dressed Me With Michael and Ava

  There are a lot of stereotypes surrounding father-daughter relationships. Once Michael knew he was having a daughter, he was determined to make sure she knew how and provided a way to help express herself, and one way he does that is through sewing.

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  Episode 72

  Re-run: Open Up With Jennifer Wiese

  One of our favorite episodes from the archives is an interview with Jennifer Wiese, founder of Workroom Social. In this episode, she tells the story of putting on a major sewing event and the unexpected benefits of being open to mistakes.

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  Episode 71

  Re-run: Let's Talk Money with Heather Lewenza

  One of our favorite episodes from the Seamwork Radio archives is from 2016 with Heather from Closet Core Patterns. In this episode, she talks about something that's a little taboo for us to talk about: money.

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  Episode 70

  Mimi G and Norris: A Sewing Love Story

  Mimi G is loved in the sewing world. So when Mimi introduced the sewing world to her then beau, now husband, Norris Danta Ford in 2015 it was easy to be enchanted by the creative energy and connection they shared. Listen to their love story!

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  Episode 69

  What Can You Learn from Niche Sewing?

  What is niche sewing and how can it supercharge your skills and creativity? In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how niche sewing can help you to continuously grow and rediscover the joys of sewing. 

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  Episode 68

  Fave podcasts of 2021 with Love to Sew

  Caroline and Helen from the Love to Sew Podcast join us for this episode! If you're looking for new podcasts to listen to, whether sewing or craft related, storytelling, or (how could we leave it out?) true crime, you'll find something on this show.

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  Episode 67

  Lessons from other hobbies, with Alexia Abegg

  Alexia Abegg is a multi-faceted creator. She works in ceramics, textiles, block printing, and designs fabric for Ruby Star Society. In this episode, you'll learn why you need to give yourself permission to have all the hobbies!

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  Episode 66

  Do I HAVE to sew gifts?

  Do you feel pressure to make gifts this time of year? In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how the holiday season creates a perfect storm for crafting-stress, plus some tips for removing pressure while still making gifts with love.

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  Episode 65

  The Decade Project: 5 Lessons So Far

  The decade project is Sarai's challenge to sew 5 garments to wear for the next 10 years. It's taught her 5 key things about designing clothing for longevity, and they're all things you can apply to your own sewing.

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  Episode 64

  What's Your Learning Style?

  There are 2 different approaches to learning—the ambitious learner and the cautious learner. On today's episode of the podcast, we talk about how to identify which type you are, what the benefits and pitfalls are, and how to learn from the other.

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  Episode 63

  How to Build Your Sewing Skills Intentionally

  In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how you can build up your sewing skills intentionally while making things you still love.

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  Episode 62

  How Blackbird Fabrics Came To Be, With Caroline Somos

  Caroline didn't set out to open one of the most successful online fabric shops in the sewing community, but she always knew sewing would be a part of her journey. In this episode, she shares how Blackbird Fabrics came to be.

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  Episode 61

  Our Top Five Fitting Resources

  In this episode, we round up some of our favorite fitting resources with options for every experience level and approach. We’ll talk about books, where to find fit resources online, and our brand new fitting class and free downloadable fit journal.

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  Episode 60

  How to Start Your Fitting Journey

  When you wear something that fits, you feel empowered. In this week's podcast, we discuss some of the core principles of fitting, and how you can get started on your own fitting journey.

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  Episode 59

  What Are Your Fit Expectations?

  Have you ever found yourself struggling to get a garment to fit? In this episode, we talk about developing a healthier mindset around fitting while still working to develop the skills and outcomes you're looking for when you sew.

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  Episode 58

  Cosplay is For Everyone

  Why is cosplay so entrancing? Why do people want to spend a bunch of time and money to transform themselves into someone else? Hear from six cosplayers who show us how clothing connects us to each other, because we're all welcome in this craft.

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  Episode 57

  Semi-minimalist Sewing

  In practice, minimalism can feel restrictive and even joyless, especially for a creator. So is there a middle path with minimalism? Can you be a semi-minimalist?

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  Episode 56

  How to Make More Time for Sewing and Creativity

  This week on the podcast, Haley and I are sharing some of our own little tricks for making time for the things we enjoy, namely sewing and making. We talk about: Figuring out how much time you want to spend on creativity, Determining which activities