Love to Sew

Aidan Owen joins us to chat about connecting with our deeper selves through the act of making. Aidan is an amazing knitter and an enthusiastic beginner sewist with lots of great insight to share. We talk about sustainability, slow making, and just how awe-inspiring it is to create. Holy Cross Monastery Aidan is @knittingmonk on Instagram Aidan’s Youtube Podcast, A Maker’s Pilgrimage Purl Soho Traveling Cable Hand Warmers: Thread Theory Fairfield Button-up #menswearmakenine by @helloalliej #mensewtoo, #menwhosew

Erin Dollar is on the podcast to talk about Cotton & Flax, her collection of handmade textile home goods. We chat about her unique aesthetic, her creative process, and her line of fabrics with Robert Kaufman. Erin prioritizes sustainability in her creative business and this year she is striving to connect with the creative community in a deeper way. Cotton & Flax Cotton & Flax pillows

This episode is all about getting started with sewing! We recommend patterns, classes, and books for newbies, and explain lots of sewing techniques and fabric jargon. Find out what tools you need to get going and how to keep moving forward with your new sewing hobby! Kelly Anorak by Closet Case Patterns Blaire Shirt by Style Arc SMYLY Episode – Sewing Makes You Love Yourself Good beginner projects Tea Towel Pillow Cover Tote Bag Sewing techniques we covered: Seam allowance Notches Staystitching Basting (hand & machine) Pinning Clipping curves/corners Armscye Easing Pattern ease Understitching Pressing Fabric terms/jargon we covered: Selvage/selvedge Grainline Cross grain Bias Right/wrong side Interfacing Muslin Good beginner Patterns for women: Scout Tee by Grainline Studio Willow Tank by Grainline Studio Hollyburn Skirt by Sewaholic Rae Skirt by Sewaholic Wiksten Tank by Wiksten Miette Skirt by Tilly and the Buttons

Mimi G inspires us with stories from her journey to becoming a sewing celebrity. We chat about her pattern line with Simplicity, the Sew It Academy, her workshops, and more. Mimi G is passionate about sharing her knowledge with the world and encouraging the next generation to sew. Mimi G Style website Regal Skirt: Mimi G for Simplicity patterns: Vogue patterns, McCalls patterns instagram: @mimigstyle Noris Danta Ford:

We are sharing our favourite things with you! Hear about our favourite sewing tools, patterns, sewists in the community, and more. You’ll learn a little bit more about us in this very special episode and maybe discover something new! Baad Annas Wool & Yarn Shop Avery Leggings #makeyourstash sewing challenge from @timetosew and @pilar_bear – March-May, 2018: Threads Magazine guide to the fabric burn test:  Steam shrinking using an iron – Sewaholic Blog Boiled Wool from Blackbird Fabrics Favourite Patterns Lander Pants by True Bias Ninni Culottes by Named Mandy Boat Tee by Tessuti Plantain Tee by Deer and Doe Berlin Jacket by Tessuti Laura’s version

Rochelle New is on the show to chat all about her sewing journey, pivoting in life and business, and her dog, Lucille! Rochelle is an amazing maker who designs all the prints and textiles for the items for sale in her online shop, Home Row Fiber Co. She loves sewing and knitting and creates truly unique items for crafters. Lucky Lucille Home Row Fiber Co. The town of Alfred, New York Colette Sewing Handbook: Erin – Miss Crayola Creepy Sarah – Rhinestones and Telephones Lucille’s Story

Johanna Lu is on the podcast to talk about her new book, Sewing Activewear! She shares tips and resources for sewists interested in sewing their own workout gear. We also chat about Johanna’s blog and Youtube channel, and her passion for sharing her sewing knowledge with the community. The Last Stitch Swedish pattern company: Gavanna Patterns Johanna’s Youtube channel: Last Stitch TV Trello How to become a sewing vlogger With Wendy youtube channel 80s skiwear James Bond skiwear in the sixties:

Today’s episode is all about fabric! We’re covering all the basics such as construction, content, weight, drape, and stretch. We also offer tips for successful fabric shopping online and in person. Helen’s new pattern: the Avery Leggings! The Avery Leggings are 20% off (no code required) until February 13th, 2018 There is a great article about man-made fibres on Britannica Tencel Lycra Fashion Weight and Conversions article on Fabric Incubator Fabric Incubato

This week we are chatting with Jennifer Wiese, owner of Workroom Social in Brooklyn, New York. Jennifer joins us to chat about running sewing classes and retreats, creating a custom line of fashion fabrics, and finding your personal style. We also touch on the struggles of running a small business and how we are all going at our own pace. Workroom Social Camp Workroom Social FIT – Fashion Institute of Technology Kelli Ward – True Bias Emerson Crop Pants Wardrobe Architect Curated Closet America Ferrera: Photo via: Hollywood Reporter Janome Sewing Machines Miramar Fabric Line – 100% Rayon

This week we hear from Caz Adams, the sewing instructor behind UsefulBox in Sydney, Australia. Caz shares a moving story with us and we discuss sewing as therapy and a means to connect with others and with ourselves. She also shares tips for beginner sewists and potential sewing teachers out there! UsefulBox Caz’s son, Spike: #SMYLY2018 Challenge Blogless Anna Frocktails Sydney Caz’s wedding dress:

In this episode, we’re setting aside our goals and resolutions, and carving out space to talk about self-love! Inspired by the #SMYLY2018 challenge, we each tell our stories of how sewing has changed the way we view our bodies. We also offer tips for how you can be more body positive and kind to yourself this year. Episode 22: New Years Re-SEW-lutions TRUE – 30 Day Yoga Journey from Yoga with Adriene Ginger Skinny Jeans by Closet Case Patterns Modern Sewciety Episode 149 – an interview with us! Blackbird Fabrics ships to the US and it’s tax and duty-free! A Facebook discussion about Frixion pens (maybe they don’t work on fabric?): Me-Made-May #OhJoyLoveYourself I spent SO much of my te

Heather Lou, the designer behind Closet Case Patterns, is on the show! We chat about her sewing journey, her pattern line, and her recent move to a new office space. Heather offers our listeners an inspiring pep talk about letting go of fear as a means to improve our sewing practice and our lives. Closet Case Patterns Bombshell Swimsuit Pattern: Heather’s blog post about quitting her day job: On Taking a Leap Nettie Dress and Bodysuit Pattern Ginger Jeans Sewing Pattern

Free 2018 sewing calendar – photo courtesy of Sew DIY We are talking about sewing resolutions this week on the podcast! What are some of our goals for the new year and how can we help each other stay accountable? Learn about sewing challenges to keep you motivated and get inspired to make your own re-SEW-lution. We want to hear your thoughts! Help us shape the future of the podcast by taking the Love to Sew Podcast Survey! We really appreciate you taking the time to share. Happy New Year! The Fabric Shopping Project from Sewrendipity #SewMyStyle: The

Jess Povenmire is on the show this week to talk about her fabric and yarn shop, La Mercerie. Jess shares her experiences building confidence in business, sticking to a schedule, and planning her creative projects. Grainline Studio Fancy Tiger Crafts Quilt Market Robert Kaufman District Fabric in Seattle La Mercerie Blog Jess’ Instagram Feed: Mochi Things:

Our partners Shea and Sam join us for our 20th episode! We are so excited to introduce you to the guys that support us through our everyday lives as sewists and entrepreneurs. We test their sewing knowledge, laugh about the hardships of living with a sewist, and get their take on our journey as small business owners. Textilia or The Fold Line are two great platforms for cataloguing your pattern stash Listener suggestion: use bed risers to add height to a table for cutting Rice paper tape is a great iron-able solution for taping PDF patterns UK source for copy shop printing: www.printyourpattern.com Men’s Hudson Pants by True Bias Shea’s favourite (and only) Hudson Pants: Shea wants footie sweatpants like these: