The podcast for people who love to sew – from the people who love to write about sewing! Brought to you by the editors of Threads magazine, this insightful podcast takes on topics important to sewing enthusiasts. Listen in for humor, wisdom, and opinions from expert guests and the Threads staff as they discuss sewing techniques, fashion design, fitting conundrums, and more. Use your ears to become a better sewer! Hear the talent behind the world's top garment-sewing magazine.
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On Seamwork Radio, we share practical ideas for building a creative process, so you can sew with intention and joy.
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- Do you love sewing, AND are passionate about fighting the climate and ecological crises? - Are you wondering if your sewing could be made more sustainable? - Do you want to enjoy your creative passion in a way that really reflects your values? Join Zoe Edwards, a sewing nerd and creator of Me-Made-May, on her journey to explore how to sew (and live!) more sustainably. In this podcast we discover ways to sew with sustainability in mind, by flexing our creativity and resourcefulness in new a ...
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Gemma Daly (@thedalythread) hosts The Sewing Social Podcast - join her as she chats with passionate makers who sew their own clothes, small business owners and enthusiastic members of the sewing community. This podcast discusses topics such as eco friendly fabrics, embracing slow fashion, the enjoyment of sewing, and the importance of a supportive community.
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Historical Sewing Podcast
Jennifer Rosbrugh: Historical costumer, sewing teacher, 19th C fashion enth
Jennifer Rosbrugh hosts discussions on fabrics, patterns, techniques, special guest interviews, and sewing motivation to help you in your historical costuming journey and inspiring joy in your creative life.
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This podcast describes the origins of the modern day sewing machine and how it contributed to the industrial revolution.
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Welcome to the Sewing Tools And Equipment podcast, where amazing things happen. Cover art photo provided by Kris Atomic on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@krisatomic
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Learn the technical information you need to sew successfully and have some fun with Zede and Mallory Donohue of SewHere.com
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Get ready for an electrifying rendezvous as sewing sensations Kylie Brule, the powerhouse behind Kylie and the Machine, and Gemma Thebault, the dazzling force of Sewing Gem, come together to unleash a whirlwind of sewing splendor! Join us as we dive headfirst into the world of stitches, fabrics, and creativity, exploring the hottest trends, most enticing patterns, breaking news, and a whole lot more. It's a sewing extravaganza you won't want to miss! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy fo ...
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We will discuss in detail the best sewing machine for cosplay. Welcome to the world of cosplay! If you’re just starting out and looking for a sewing machine that can handle the unique needs of cosplay projects, you’ll want to consider a few key factors. First and foremost, you’ll want a machine that is easy to use and has a variety of stitches and features to suit your needs. Some beginner-friendly features to look for include automatic needle threading, adjustable stitch length and width, a ...
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Embark on a thrilling road trip through the world of sewing with the Sewing and Fitting Mentor Podcast, your go-to destination for stitching, creativity, and community. Hosted by Renee, a passionate sewist with a zest for adventure, this podcast blends the excitement of a motorcycle journey with the intricate art of sewing. From her first stitches at age 9 to becoming your guide on this creative journey, Renee invites sewists of all levels to join her on an unforgettable adventure. Each epis ...
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The Value of Handmade and Shopping Second Hand with Multi Crafter Paige Joanna
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36:34Send us a text In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with sewing and upcycling creator Paige Joanna Watts for an inspiring deep-dive into handmade fashion, creativity, and building a craft-based business. Paige shares how she fell in love with sewing, why valuing handmade clothing matters, and what it’s really like…
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PSA: The Winter of Care and Repair challenge is kicking off on 21st December! I used its imminence as an excuse to talk to the challenge’s creator, mending expert and author Jeanna Wigger, about the wider impact participating has had for her. Jeanna tells me how it’s helped her shift her consumption habits, challenge her perfectionism and reframe h…
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6 Simple Ways to Plan Your Sewing (So You Actually Have Time to Sew!)
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32:28Planning your sewing projects ahead of time can transform your creative process from chaotic to calm. We share our favorite strategies for seasonal planning, batching tasks, and organizing your work-in-progress so you spend more time sewing and less time scrambling. Get out free versatile Hansie Top pattern perfect for seasonal planning Join Seamwo…
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Folkwear, Patterns From Around the World, with Molly Hamilton | Episode 96
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36:46Longtime indie patternmaker Folkwear offers vintage and folk patterns that can suit even the most fashion-forward wardrobe.
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Stitched with Soul: Inside So Sew Dressmaking with Sharlene Oldroyd
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48:59Send us a text In this inspiring episode, host Gemma Daly sits down with Sharlene, founder of SO Sew Dressmaking, to dive into her creative journey — from a childhood surrounded by sewing to building a thriving dressmaking business and teaching community classes. Sharlene talks about how her skills have evolved over the years, the challenges and tr…
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We all experience shifts in our personal style. Usually, those shifts are gradual, but occasionally they can happen rapidly. My friend, freelance musician and singer, Lindsay Ashworth Fraser and I are both at a style crossroads ourselves. In this episode, we talk about where we’ve found ourselves stylistically, what brought us here, what’s next and…
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5 Ways to Sew Holiday Clothing You'll Actually Wear Again
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24:28We're sharing our favorite strategies for creating festive holiday garments that don't become one-time wears. Learn how to design special occasion pieces that seamlessly transition into your everyday wardrobe, so you can feel excited about holiday sewing without the guilt of single-use garments. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each mo…
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Stitching a New Path - The Story Behind Hey Sew Sister with Georgie Li
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29:56Send us a text In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Georgie Li, the creative force behind Hey Sew Sister, a thriving online fabric shop loved by sewists around the world. Georgie opens up about her inspiring journey, from learning to sew as a child, to leaving behind a career in law, to building a successful,…
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Is there any point in trying to sew more sustainably for kids when they’re just going to grow out of their clothes in five minutes? Of course there is! And there are a TON of ways to do it. From pattern and fabric selection, to ensuring durability and repairability, in this solo episode we cover ways to create clothes that the kids you’re sewing fo…
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Fancy Up Your Favorite Pattern: 10 Details to Add
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40:44Ready to breathe new life into patterns you already love? We're sharing 10 creative ways to customize and elevate your go-to sewing patterns, from decorative topstitching to contrasting details. These simple additions will help you create garments that feel uniquely yours. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewin…
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We Sew Too - The Movement Behind the Maker with Clive Bruder
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45:16Send us a text In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, accomplished sewist and industry advocate Clive Bruder opens up about his powerful journey in the world of sewing and fashion. He talks candidly about navigating a female-dominated industry as a male sewist and the barriers he’s worked to break down along the way. Clive shares the motivat…
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Does shopping for natural fibres and more sustainable fabrics mean that you’re limited to solid colours in muted tones? Do you have to ignore your love of vibrant colour and bold prints? My guest today would answer “NO!” to both these questions. Tanya Brooman from Bornella Fabrics tells me about the sustainability ethos that underpins her fabric bu…
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5 Essential Tips for Sewing with Sheer and Lightweight Fabrics
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27:42Working with delicate, sheer, and lightweight fabrics can feel intimidating, but with the right techniques, you can create beautiful flowing garments that feel as good as they look. We share our top 5 tips for cutting, sewing, and finishing these tricky-but-gorgeous fabrics. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sew…
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Menopause Makes and Crafting Change with Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh
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35:11Send us a text 🎙️ In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh — the creative duo from Ilkley, West Yorkshire — whose friendship blossomed into a thriving partnership in the world of sewing and quilting. Jenni and Kay share how their love of fabric and creativity led them to build a su…
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Guest interviewer, Kat Camfield, is talking to author Natalie Fergie about Natalie’s incredible historical novel, The Sewing Machine. Based on real, historical events that took place at the Singer Sewing Machine factory in Scotland, the novel follows two families: one belonging to a worker at the factory who went on strike, the other belonging to t…
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What We're Sewing Now: Fall Projects, Rescued Makes, and New Patterns
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40:02In this cozy roundup episode, Sarai and Haley discuss their current sewing projects, share tips for rescuing problem garments, and introduce the new Garnet blouse and Maple peacoat patterns. They also answer listener questions and offer recommendations for your fall sewing adventures. Get the free Aims pattern Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe …
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The Art Of Quilting And Creative Events with Kat Molesworth
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27:32Send us a text Join us this week for an inspiring conversation with Kat Molesworth — master quilter, creative event curator, and passionate maker. Kat takes us through her journey from her early career in the creative industry to mastering the art of quilting. She opens up about the challenges and triumphs of her sewing journey, her work bringing c…
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A Peek at the Threads Winter 2025 Edition | Episode 95
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34:57The editors of Threads share what they're excited about in the magazine's winter 2025 issue and even look forward to the spring. Find out what's coming up in the holiday issue—from how-to articles, to magnificent wool garments, to gifts for the sewists on your shopping list.
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How to Choose Your Next Sewing Skill (Without Getting Overwhelmed)
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23:53We break down 6 practical strategies for identifying which sewing skills to learn next, moving beyond vague skill levels to focus on what will actually build your confidence and help you create the wardrobe you envision. Learn how to match new techniques with exciting projects so your skills stick for good. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe wit…
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Sustainable Sewing, Conscious Choices and Small Business Life with Rosie from Sew Eco Fabrics
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30:54Send us a text In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with Rosie, the creative mind behind Sew Eco Fabrics — a beautiful small business championing sustainability in the sewing world. 🌿 Rosie opens up about her journey from retail to running her own eco fabric shop, the highs and hurdles of small business life, and why …
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As a garment sewer conscious of waste, you know how quickly fabric scraps leftover from your projects can build up. But imagine you run an entire clothing brand range committed to saving and using up every piece of scrap. Designers Birgitta Helmersson and Sam Grose tell me about their brand, Helgrose, that operates in precisely this way. Plus, they…
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Permission to Play: 10 Ideas to Bring Joy Back Into Your Sewing
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28:34Sometimes even our favorite hobbies can start to feel stressful, especially if you're a perfectionist who feels like nothing you create is ever quite good enough. Today we're giving you permission to play with concrete creative activities to get you out of the "should" mindset and back to feeling fun and open in your sewing room. Join Seamwork to c…
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Bias Binding and Body Positivity with Laura from The Specky Seamstress
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39:08Send us a text In this insightful episode of the Sewing Social podcast, we chat with Laura, also known as The Specky Seamstress, about her journey into sewing, growing her skills, and turning her passion into a thriving business specialising in colourful bias binding. Laura shares how sewing has supported her mental well-being, how she juggles her …
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Do you fancy coming with me on a little vicarious trip to a fabric swap? A couple of weeks ago I attended the London fabric swap organised by Yvette from Stash Hub app and Tanya from Bornella fabrics. I recorded a bunch of little conversations with both of them and lots of the attendees, so you can get the skinny on what it was like to organise the…
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The Style Shift: How to Evolve Your Wardrobe when Life Changes
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32:47Life changes, and so should your wardrobe! Whether you're navigating a major transition or simply discovering new parts of yourself, we'll share practical strategies for evolving your handmade wardrobe with confidence. Learn how to honor what's stayed the same while embracing what's different. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each mont…
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Sewing for Confidence and Community with Melanie Keane
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26:09Send us a text This week, host Gemma Daly chats with the inspiring and down-to-earth Melanie Keane, a passionate sewist whose journey started with patchwork and led to something truly powerful. Mel opens up about how sewing became more than just a hobby—it became a way to build confidence, create community, and support vulnerable women through her …
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Are you ready for a second dose of behind the scenes podcast and sewing chat? Guest interviewer Kat Camfield and I continue our conversation. We get into the joys of Patreon and how it’s evolved for creators, what my own favourite podcasts to listen to are (none of which are about sewing!) and what my favourite sewing snack is (spoiler: it’s actual…
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Got 20-Minutes? How to make creative progress when you have limited time.
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33:00Life has a way of throwing curveballs that can derail our creative plans. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share six practical strategies for maintaining your sewing practice even during your busiest seasons. From scheduling tiny pockets of creative time to choosing the right projects for your energy level, these tips will help you stay connected t…
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"I Sewed Myself Happy" with Debbie from This Mummy Sews
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Adaptive Sewing, with Lynn Brannelly | Episode 94
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Seamwork Studio: New patterns, shift dress ideas, and a fave notion for sewing buttons.
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43:44In this special roundup episode, Sarai and Haley share what they're currently sewing, discuss new techniques they're trying, and answer listener questions about favorite accessories to sew between bigger projects. They also introduce two new Seamwork patterns and share their tool recommendation of the month. Get the free Aims blouse pattern Join Se…
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Why Sewing Matters: Tony Rea Talks Mental Health, Community and Creativity
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39:59Send us a text In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Tony Rea — a self-taught sewist who picked up a needle and thread at age 50 and stitched his way to the Sewing Bee final. Tony shares how sewing became not just a creative outlet, but a therapeutic lifeline, opening doors he never imagined. From behind-the-scenes moments on th…
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We're talking about the curation of a successful, handmade wardrobe and how to select sewing projects with care so that you’re creating items that reflect who you are and that say what you want them to say. We’ll also consider how style trends factor into creating a more sustainable wardrobe, and how to make sure your garment projects will be suita…
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Getting crisp, sharp corners in your sewing can feel like magic when you get it right! Today we share our favorite techniques for achieving professional-looking points on collars, cuffs, and any other detail that needs a perfect corner. These simple tips will transform your tailored projects. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month…
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Exploring Natural Dyes and Textile Art with Jess Chan
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36:39Send us a text In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, Gemma Daly sits down with textile designer and natural dye expert Jess Chan for a vibrant conversation full of creativity and inspiration. Jess opens up about her artistic journey, from the sparks that first ignited her passion to the path that led her to teaching and working with natural…
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You probably think that working with a stylist, particularly once you’ve had your colours analysed, would involve them then trying to convince you to buy, or in our case make, a load of new clothes. That’s what I’ve always assumed. But over the summer I got to catch up with previous guest, stylist Numba Pinkerton, in real life in her home in Scotla…
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Our Top 10 Fabrics for Fall Sewing (And What We'd Make With Them)
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34:34Fall is the perfect time to explore cozy, textured fabrics that feel amazing to wear and sew with. We share our top 10 favorite fabrics for autumn sewing, what makes each one special, and the specific projects we're planning to make with them right now. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start …
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From Sewing Bee to Sewing Boss with Jen Hogg from Jenerates
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32:15Send us a text In this episode of The Sewing Social, host Gemma sits down with Jen — a self-taught sewist, small business owner, and familiar face from The Great British Sewing Bee. Jen shares her inspiring journey from learning to sew at home to building a thriving business rooted in creativity, innovation, and sustainable values. Together, they e…
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This episode is from Zoe’s other podcast: Can I Dig It? - Food Growing for Busy People. If you’ve grown, foraged, bought or received a large amount of fresh produce, here’s how to deal with it and not let it go to waste! Check out the Can I Dig It Podcast's Patreon page! Can I Dig It? is made by: Pippa Chapman, @pippachapman_thoseplantpeople on Ins…
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5 Helpful Tips for Planning Your Fall Sewing
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33:13Fall is the perfect time to get intentional about your sewing plans. We're sharing our 5 favorite strategies for planning a season of projects that you'll actually want to make and wear, from shopping your stash to building the perfect color palette. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start des…
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From Hobby to Hustle: How Hayley Built Sew Hayley Jane & Thready Set Go
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26:17Send us a text In this engaging episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, we chat with Hayley, founder of two beloved sewing brands: the popular subscription box Sew Hayley Jane and her latest creative venture, Thready Set Go. Hayley shares how her lifelong passion for sewing evolved into launching successful sewing businesses that inspire makers aroun…
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#196: Eco Printing – Kat Camfield with Carly from Lorelei Textile Design
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1:06You are probably aware of natural dyeing, but have you heard of eco printing? As we’ll hear in this episode, eco printing comes under the umbrella of natural dyeing but the process involves taking botanicals in the original form and using them to print onto fabric in patterns created according to how they’re arranged. This episode has been made for…
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Seamwork Studio: Fall Patterns, Slow Productivity, and a Favorite Tool
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38:26See what's going on in Seamwork world this month as we chat about the newest patterns, what we're sewing, a favorite tool, and more. Take a peek at what's coming up and what's been inspiring us lately in this monthly-ish roundup. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free …
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Sew Organised with Laura from Thread Pegs
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24:04Send us a text In this inspiring episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, we sit down with maker and entrepreneur Laura Ter Kuile from Thread Pegs, whose journey from passionate sewist to successful small business owner is full of creativity, resilience, and community spirit. Laura shares how a love for sewing turned into a thriving business specialis…
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Sewing Advice to Live By, with Kenneth D. King | Episode 93
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36:19Threads Contributing Editor Kenneth D. King outlines his approach to ensuring the best results when he sews. Through years of practice, experimentation, and research, he's developed methods that are, in his words, "repeatable and reliable."
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Have you ever tried pattern hacking? By which I mean, making changes to a sewing pattern to create a garment that looks slightly, or wildly, different to the original design. This episode is a wide ranging introduction to the topic. Whether you are new to this practice, or are a more seasoned ‘hacker’, by the end of this you should feel emboldened …
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Summer Sewing Reflections: What We Made and What We Learned
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33:14Join us as we reflect on our summer sewing journeys and share the valuable lessons we've learned along the way. From slowing down and choosing favorite fabrics to planning versatile pieces, we'll discuss how our summer experiences are already shaping our approach to fall sewing. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free…
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Sewing, Socials and You-Tube with Tamlyn from Sewn On The Tyne
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36:18Send us a text In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with the ever-creative Tamlyn, better known online as Sewn On The Tyne. From picking up her first sewing pattern to becoming a beloved YouTuber and full-time content creator, Tamlyn shares her incredible journey with warmth and honesty. Together, they explo…
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Could you sew only with second hand fabric? No more fabric shopping, only thrifting and receiving donations. Would that feel frustrating, or would it unlock some inner creativity and resourcefulness? Space scientist and passionate maker, Rachel Kirby, sews almost exclusively within this limitation, and she shares how and why it works for her. Suppo…
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