Love to Sew

Carolyn Norman joins us to talk about sewing as a form of artistic expression. She shares stories from almost 50 years of sewing and inspires us to look at our sewing hobby as more than just making clothes. We talk about finding inspiration in your everyday life, being buried with your favourite fabrics, and her column in Sewn Magazine. Chicken Boots is offering a special discount to Love to Sew listeners! Use coupon code LoveToSew15 during checkout to receive 15% off your order. Offer valid until November 8, 2018. Follow Carolyn! Blog: Diary of a Sewing Fanatic Instagram: @diaryofasewingfanatic Pinterest: Diary of a Sewing Fanatic Column: Ask Carolyn in Sewn Magazine Stitcher’s Guild a.k.a. Artisans Square forum Cashmerette Patterns The Katie by Mimi G

We get a lot of amazing feedback from our listeners, so this episode is a big feedback fest! We cover seasonal fabric storage, washable silk, zero-waste-fashion, ‘selfish’ sewing, and so much more. Hear from fellow listeners as we answer questions and share their sewing thoughts. Last day to get 20% off the Elliot Sweater and Tee! Leave us a voicemail! 1-844-SEW-WHAT (1-844-739-9428) Moneta Dress by Colette Merino Wool Jersey

Welcome to the wonderful world of sewing with knit fabrics! We cover what kinds of fabric you can use, the tools you need, and tips for getting a professional finish while sewing. You will be making your own tees, leggings, and sweaters in no time! Love to Sew Podcast listeners can get 15% off your next Spoonflower fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap order. Go to try.spoonflower.com/lovetosew and enter your email address to receive your coupon code. Check out The Spoonflower Quick-Sew Project Book – Available Now! Introducing the Elliot Sweater and Tee! (20% off during the launch week, Oct 8 – 16)

Photo credit: Zachary Gray Karen Templer joins us to talk about Slow Fashion October. Can our sewing have an impact on the overall fashion industry? How can we be more intentional with our making practices? Karen shares how she learned to slow down while still enjoying fashion and style. Follow Karen! Blog: Fringe Association Shop: Fringe Supply Co. Instagram: @fringesupply @karentempler @SlowFashionOctober Ravelry A Verb for Keeping Warm Kristine Vejar

Sewing isn’t always sunshine and rainbows. Sometimes there are tears, anger, and disappointment. On this episode, we share your sewing struggles, based on stories from our listeners. We talk about how hard it is to fit our bodies, how lonely sewing can be, and how comparing ourselves to others can make us lose our sew-jo. Camp Workroom Social Hinterland Sew Off by The Sara Project & The Doing Things Blog Pattern by Sew Liberated Post by Oct 24 using #hinterlandsewoff More details @thesaraproject_ & @thedoingthingsblog Episode 55: 1 Year Anniversary Q&A Sewer’s Dream fusible interfacing Sewing Struggles community responses  

Jen Hewett shares her passion for block printing and tells us how we can print our own fabrics! She walks us through how she got started with block printing, why she loves turning her printed fabrics into garments, and what makes a good block. We also discuss listening to your body while you work, wearing prints, and why not to turn your hobby into a business. Follow Jen! Website: Jen Hewett Instagram: @jenhewett Print, Pattern, Sew: Block-Printing Basics + Simple Sewing Projects 52 Weeks of Printmaking challenge Handcraft Studio School Block Printing on Fabric class A Verb for Keeping Warm The Modern Natural Dyer by Kristine Vejar

We dive into planning sewing projects and cover topics such as why you should plan, tools you can use to plan, and how to stick to the plan once you have it! Following through on sewing can be the hardest part of the process, and we want to help set you up for success. Dressed podcast #therefashioners2018 Helen’s Refashioners 2018 Dress: Episode 9: The Refashioners with Portia Lawrie The Makery

Allie Olson shares the story behind Indiesew, her online marketplace for indie patterns and garment fabrics. We discuss the current state of the indie pattern market and the value of sharing your sewing projects online. We also talk about her personal style journey and how her perspective on body image has recently shifted. Dressed podcast Follow Indiesew! Website: Indiesew Instagram: @indie_sew Facebook: @indiesew Pinterest: indiesew Follow Allie! Instagram: @allie.s.olson Ravelry Wearologie Indiesew patterns Indiesew fabric Indiesew creations Financials of sewing community survey results Indiesew Blog Pattern Comparisons

Brooks Ann Camper shares her incredible sewing journey that has taken her from Broadway costume creation to making custom bridal gowns. She teaches us how you can up your game by incorporating hand sewing into your next projects! Brooks Ann’s positive attitude about enjoying the act of sewing and taking care in the details is truly infectious. Follow Brooks Ann! Website: Brooks Ann Camper Bridal Couture Blog: Sewing Room Blog eCourses: Skirt Skills Instagram: @brooksanncamper Facebook: /brooksanncouture Twitter: @brooksanncamper Sign up for the newsletter Skirt Skills Mailing list Yale School of Drama – Technical Internship Certificate The University of North Carolina Costume Production MFA program A peek inside Brooks Ann’s costuming portfolio

We celebrate one year of podcasting with an extra long question and answer episode dedicated to you, our listeners! Questions about business, our personal lives, our sewing habits, and more in this special anniversary episode! Caroline’s new puppy, Pepper! NWTSPCA – North West Territories SPCA Share the podcast on Facebook or Instagram! We reminisced about these awesome episodes: Inside Camp Workroom Social 2017 Our Very Special Road Trip Sewing Makes You Love Yourself Mimi G Sarai Mitnick

Sarai Mitnick gives us a peek behind the scenes of Colette Patterns and Seamwork Magazine. We discuss building an inspiring workplace, bringing sewists together online, and handling challenges in business. Sarai also chats with us about body positivity and self-image as it relates to our sewing practice. Follow Sarai! Colette Colette Shop Instagram: @colettepatterns Seamwork Instagram: @seamworkmag Personal sewing @saraisews Check out Sarai’s Me-Made-May posts: The Colette Team Check them out on Instagram! @threadfox @haleysews @taylorpru @thisoldblouse @cle.eisenberg

Erin Meiklejohn teaches us all about bra making supplies, fitting lingerie, and what is involved in sewing your own bras. We get to hear the story behind her business, Emerald Erin, and her plans for future patterns! Follow Erin! Instagram: @emeralderinsews YouTube: Emerald Erin Sews Blog: Emerald Erin Shop: Emerald Erin Bra-A-Week Challenge Episode 47: Sewing Swimwear Jordy Bralette & Tuesday Boyshorts Photoshoot Lily of the Valley Lingerie Photoshoot

What is the real cost of making our own clothes? We tackle the tricky topic of money in this episode about sewing financials. How do sewists budget? How much fabric do we buy? How do we feel about our spending habits? Hear what the community told us! 1-Year Love to Sew Anniversary Q&A! We want sewing questions! We want business questions! We want personal questions! We want silly questions! Submit your questions here: http://lovetosewpodcast.com/ask/ The York Pinafore Apron Expansion Pack is here! Join the Vancouver Garment Sewists Facebook Group! Caroline’s resized Mandy Boat Tee from Tessuti Fabrics

Colette Guanta joins us to talk about her fabric shop and pattern company, Tessuti! We hear the inspiring story of how Tessuti Fabrics began, and how it has evolved over the past quarter century. Follow Tessuti: Website Shop Tessuti Blog Instagram: @tessutifabrics Special Discount Code: LOVETOSEW  15%-off storewide Valid July 25th – August 1st Mandy Boat Tee   Lisa and Colette, c.1973 Free Patterns Physical Stores Surrey Hill

We are celebrating episode 50 this week with a special recap of our time spent travelling together to Pattern Review Weekend, Prince Edward County, and Montreal. We recorded some mini interviews along the way, including a sewing pep talk from Heather Lou and an intro to bra-making with Emerald Erin! All Helen’s Closet patterns are 15% off this week to celebrate Helen’s 3-year blogiversary! York Pinafore Hacks Episode 47: Sewing Swimwear #sewingswimwear Cut to size cutting mat Fiskars cutting mat Use bed risers to raise up your dining room table for cutting! Social Justice Sewing Academy Watch our instagram story about our trip!