unCUT - The Makers' Podcast

It's rolling up to a year since our lives were changed and routines disrupted till further notice. So in this episode, the ladies are joined by Jenny Rushmore, the founder of Cashmerette Sewing Patterns. Jenny, who has had to pack up and travel many miles away from her base amidst the chaos, also shares her crafting journey and how she manages her business during this time of immense uncertainty....

One aspect of crafting that a lot of us work towards at one point or the other in our sewing journeys is to become more sustainable. But are our practices really sustainable? These and many more points were discussed in this episode with Kate, founder of www.timetosew.uk , a true lover of textiles, sewing and sustainable fashion.  Thanks to our sponsors -Sew Me Sunshine - an independent onlin...

In this week's episode, the ladies speak to Korrie Riddle - a Textile artist & Candle maker. Korrie speaks about her experience learning how to sew as a plus size lady. She also shares some online resources that helped her on her journey as a new sewist. You can find Korrie on instagram at @korriekorrie  Thanks to this week's sponsors - Cashmerette - a sewing pattern company well known fo...

It's time to declutter our spaces with specialist advice from Nadia Arbach, founder of Clear the Decks. In this session, Nadia shares her expert knowledge about decluttering our crafting spaces to unleash our creativity. It's indeed a great episode to listen to if you're ready to overcome that overwhelm that comes from having too much in our spaces. You can find a link to Nadia's podcast on her we...

The first week of 2021 is done and dusted! With many messages of changing yourself, setting new goals, plans or resolutions making the rounds, it is time to assess the idea of New Year's Resolutions. Have the ladies made any resolutions yet? What plans have the un:CUT ladies got for the year? Do listen on and find out; you will also get their favourite crafting tips.  Thanks to our sponsors -...

This week, the ladies welcome Mike -The Crafty Gentleman- on the podcast. Mike, who blogs about contemporary crafts for the modern maker, kindly shared his experiences with inclusivity in the crafting community right from his school days and exciting upcoming projects. You can find Mike on social media @thecraftygentleman Thanks to our sponsors -Lamazi fabrics - an online boutique who aim to provi...

We are nearly at the end of 2020 and for the last podcast of this interesting year, the ladies share their experiences and thoughts around compassion and impostor syndrome with a special guest, Lena King. Lena, a very inspiring dressmaker and fabric lover, shared how she's overcoming impostor syndrome and moving on with an exciting project in the new year 2021. You can find her on instagram at @th...

This week, the ladies discuss a topic that a lot of us are having to adjust to especially in the craft world - influencer marketing. Speaking from the perspectives of consumers and content creators, the ladies dig into the hot topic, sharing their experiences and the effects social media influencer marketing has had on them.  Thanks to our sponsors -Beyond Measure - an online store for makers...

The ladies spend today's episode, fondly recalling their favourite holiday traditions. These yearly traditions involve doing similar things every and enable us to appreciate our growth during the course of the year. It also does strike some nostalgia especially when we spend the time with our favourite people. In addition to practices from people around them, the ladies share tips on how to adopt...

It's the season of sharing love, gifts and heart felt messages, but with the present world situation, what can we give our loved ones as gifts? The ladies share their holiday gift ideas including handmade gifts and a gift idea that has Juliet puzzled till this moment. Do listen to find out more. Thanks to Sew Me Sunshine - an independent online dressmaking fabric & haberdashery shop that does...

Season 2 of un:CUT is here and the ladies share what they've been up to and all the crafting they've been doing to keep sane during lock down. Atia also shares something else she's been engaging in for her well being. Welcome to un:CUT the Makers' Podcast where we discuss all things crafts and our experiences with being creative. We hope you enjoy!  Please subscribe, rate and review on iTunes...

Episode 15: In this week's episode, the ladies read and respond to your lovely and constructive feedback/suggestions. We have indeed had a great time this season and will be back soon with the second season. Many thanks to every one who listened to, sponsored, shared or featured un:CUT on their platforms. The support from the crafting community has been really encouraging and we will be back befor...

Episode 14: Today we’re speaking to Nicole Akong, jewellery designer and finalist in this year’s Great British Sewing Bee! She speaks to us about her incredible career change from marketing, to high end jewellery design and the world of fashion. We learn about how her business has changed since she began sewing and her new venture into DIY fashion with her business: House of Akong. You can find us...

Episode 13: In this week's episode, we spoke to Sam (@purplesewingcloud on Instagram) about the reality of crafting when you have a chronic illness. Sam is always so outspoken and honest about this, but approaches the subject in a constructive way with tips and solutions, something we really admire in her. We can all learn a lot from Sam, she unveiled some shocking truths about the inaccessibility...

Episode 12: This week, we had a great chat with indie sewing pattern biz royalty, Tilly of Tilly and the Buttons. We talked all things sewing, and looked at how (and if!) we plan our creative pursuits! You can find us on instagram @uncutpodcast_  un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 11: Today we spoke to Tabara, founder of La Basketry and Author of Baskets. We chatted with Tabara about her crafting journey and how she’s built her business including the heritage behind it. We discuss her range of craft kits and ethically made products, and how she came to write her book ‘Baskets’. You can find us on instagram @uncutpodcast_  un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 10: For episode 10, we speak to Elisalex, founder of By Hand London- a women’s wear sewing pattern company. She shares her ethos around the sizing of her sewing patterns to allow for inclusivity. You can find us on instagram @uncutpodcast_ and you can find Elisalex’s sewing patterns at www.byhandlondon.com and on Instagram @elisalex & @byhandlondon un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 9: For episode 9, we speak to Joy Margot, sewist and owner of Pink Coat Club, a shop selling pins and accessories for makers. Joy is known in the sewing community for her positive and happy outlook! We learn more about her business and get a sneak preview of some of her newest products.  You can find us on instagram @uncutpodcast_ and you can find Joy's product at www.pinkcoatclub.co.uk un...

Episode 8: As they say, Self Care is not selfish... or is it?  In this week's episode, the ladies open up about how selfish they are with their crafts and share some really interesting stories about making for other people. Listen out for how protective Alice is about her hobby on a scale of 1 to Selfish!  You can find us on instagram @uncutpodcast_ un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 7: In this week's episode, the ladies welcome a lovely and inspirational maker from the States, Sam. She shares her journey across the globe (picking up a unique accent along the way!) and her new-found love for knitting. We chatted to Sam about the community that comes with being a maker, the differences between the US and UK sewing scenes, and of course, her gorgeous dog Randall! You can...

Episode 6: In this week's episode, the ladies welcome a lovely and inspirational maker from the States, Monica T. She shares her journey as an event planner and maker. Monica also sheds more light on the work that the Black Makers Matter Movement are doing to address diversity in the Makers' community. The ladies also find out more about the work Monica does to organise and lead Project Sew Your V...

Episode 5: In this episode, Atia speaks to Juliet and Alice about how perfectionism impacts our enjoyment of our crafts, and whether we really need to put pressure on ourselves to make things perfect. Learn about some shortcuts and ‘cheats’ we have used in the past! We also share a few small businesses to support in these trying times.   un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 4: In this episode, we confess our crafting fails! We're delighted to have a very special guest, Nerrisa Pratt, all-round maker extraordinaire and founder of Untld Project sharing her background in crafting and her mishaps with making! You can find Nerrisa at https://www.untldproject.com/ un:CUT - the makers' podcast

Episode 3: making time for creativity  Today Atia will be chatting to Alice and Juliet about how to make time for crafting when life is already so busy. We talk about why it’s important to us to include making in our daily lives and some tips and tricks we use to get the most out of our limited crafting time!

In this episode of un:CUT, Juliet talks to Atia and Alice about money! In our current climate where every little penny helps, we chat about how expensive our different crafts are, how to be prudent in our spending and who enables Juliet’s Ankara fabric obsession!