Why Do We Sew?
Send us feedback about this episode! Years ago, people sewed because they had to—either to have clothing to wear, to save money, or both. Now that sewing is no longer a necessity, it has blossomed int...
16 Juli 202426min
The Love of Vintage Patterns is in the Details
Send us feedback about this episode! Today's guest is Cheryl Espinosa, owner of the Etsy store Aunt Honey's Estate. Cheryl talks about how her love of vintage sewing patterns led to the creation of he...
9 Juli 202441min
Lifelong Learning at the Sewing and Design School
Send us feedback about this episode! My guest today is Ryliss Bod, owner and founder of the Sewing and Design School in Tacoma, Washington. Ryliss considers herself one of the luckiest people in the w...
2 Juli 202446min
Giving New Life to Vintage Textiles
Send us feedback about this episode! Explore the intersection of sustainable fashion and artistic creativity with Kathleen McVeigh, a visionary who transforms vintage textiles into stunning contempora...
25 Juni 202442min
Mending and Making a Difference
Send us feedback about this episode! Today’s episode is a fascinating conversation with Anne Graham, a seasoned seamstress specializing in repairing clothing for Patagonia. Her work for Patagonia is a...
17 Juni 202444min
Process or Product? What Kind of Maker Are You?
Send us feedback about this episode! As a knitter, I was enchanted by the process of making knitted fabric—so much so that I often took a long time to complete a project. I would get sidetracked explo...
11 Juni 202428min
Kick Those Bad Sewing Habits to the Curb
Send us feedback about this episode! Bad habits can get in the way of pleasurable sewing and lead to less-than-perfect results or even damage to our machines. In this episode, we’ll talk about the bad...
4 Juni 202434min
Who Was Isaac Merritt Singer?
Send us feedback about this episode! Singer is, arguably, the most recognized brand in the world of sewing. In today’s episode, we look at the man who bore that name—Isaac Merritt Singer—and how he ca...
28 Maj 202424min
