Here We Sew Again

Today on the podcast, we get into the holiday spirit and chat about our 2023 holiday sewing plans — everything from decor to gifts. And then we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New Discussion Segment: Holiday Sewing Sew Inspo Related links: Arbutus Robe, Helen’s Closet: helensclosetpatterns.com/product/arbutus-robe/ Pogonip Pullover, Friday Pattern Company: friday...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking all things fleece — patterns, techniques, and everything in between. And then we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Fleece Sew Inspo Related Links: Kaolin Boho Blouse, Caledonia Dreamin’: caledoniadreamin.com/kaolin1 Mimosa Culotttes, Named Clothing: namedclothing.com/products/mimosa-culottes Lilja Dress,...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking vests and fall jackets — favorite fabrics, favorite makes, and more. And then we will share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion segment: Vests and Fall Jackets Sew Inspo   Related links: ·      Copper Mountain Coat, Sew News: sewdaily.com/product/copper-mountain-coat-digital-sewing-pat...

Today on the podcast, we are talking about fabric panels! They are fun to buy and come in so many different variations, but it’s not as simple as laying out pattern pieces and cutting. Then we chat about our fall sewing plans and share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Panels Discussion Segment: Fall Sewing Plans Sew Inspo   Related Links:...

Today on the podcast, we talk about fall and winter fashion trends! We break down all the top styles seen at the 2023/2024 runway shows. And then, as always, we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Fall and Winter Fashion Trends Sew Inspo   Related Links: ·       Vogue UK Trend Summary: vogue.co.u...

Today on the podcast, we play a little game of this or that. Fun stuff!!! It’s been a while since we’ve played a game! Then, as always, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Game Segment: This or That Sew Inspo Related links: ·      Cameron Wrap Dress, Sycamore Road Patterns: sycamoreroadpatterns.com/shop/p/cameron-wrap-dress   ·&n...

Today on the podcast, we dive into the hot topic of bad sewing habits! We talk shortcuts you know you shouldn’t take, but you do anyway. And then, as always, we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Bad Sewing Habits Sew Inspo Related links: ·      Felix top, Spaghetti Western Sewing: spaghettiwesternsewing.co...

Today on the podcast, we are talking about our favorite thing — laundering and how to care for me-mades. And then, as always, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion segment: Laundry and our Me-mades Sew Inspo   Related Links: ·      Kit Blouse, Seamwork: seamwork.com/catalog/kit ·     ...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about how to make time for sewing when life gets busy… something we all know about! Then we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Fitting sewing into a busy life Sew Inspo   Related Links: ·      Freemantle Pants, Elbe Textiles: elbetextiles.com.au/products/fremantle-...

Today on the podcast, we’re discussing style identity and transitions — what our personal style is, what are we sewing, and how it changes over the years. Then we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Personal Style Sew Inspo Related links: ·       Pagosa Pants, Sew News: sewdaily.com/product/pagosa-pants-digi...

Today on the podcast, we are talking about sewing for babies and kiddos!!! Baby clothes, baby accessories… maybe even some quilts! Then, as always, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. And introducing our special guest: Baby Jay Edward!   Sew What’s New? Discussing Segment: Sewing for Babies and Kids Sew Inspo   Related Links: ·      Hemlock...

Today on the podcast we’re talking about plans for summer sewing – how we make them and what ours are. Then we each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Summer Sewing Plans Sew Inspo Related Links: ·      Donny Shirt, Friday Pattern Company: fridaypatterncompany.com/products/donny-shirt-pdf-pattern ·      Vandam Dress...

Today on the podcast we’re going to talk a bit more about our small businesses, market prep, and how they’re affecting our sewing. Then we’ll each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Markets & Small Business Sew Inspo Related Links: ·      Emma Dress, Seamwork: https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/emma ·      Pop of...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking sewing tech! Technology advances every year and that includes in the sewing world — from apps, machines, projectors and more. We chat about some technology that has made our sewing more efficient — or confuses us. And then, as always, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Sewing Tech Sew Inspo Related Link...

Today on the podcast, we are talking about sewing leather with expert Sadie Fox Metter. And then, as always, we’ll share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion: Sewing with Leather Sew Inspo Related Links: ·      Wildwood Jacket & Vest, Helen’s Closet: helensclosetpatterns.com/product/wildwood-jacket-and-vest/ ·   &n...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about treating yourself…with sewing! We’ll discuss what that means to each of us, how often we do it, and why it’s important. And then, as always, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment.   Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Treating Yourself with Sewing Sew Inspo   Related Links: ·      Arkie Shirt and Baile...

Today on the podcast we talk about embroidery, by machine or by hand. Then we each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New Discussion Segment: Embroidery Sew Inspo ·      Mood Fabric: moodfabrics.com/ ·      Spandex House: www.spandexhouse.com/ ·      Ditto Sewing Projector: joann.com/pl/ditto/ ·  &nbs...

Today on the podcast we start off with some Sew What’s New. Then we cover all the spring 2023 trends, fresh from the runway! Finally, we share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New Discussion Segment: 2023 Spring Trends Sew Inspo Related Links: ·       Vogue UK Spring 2023 Trend Recap: vogue.co.uk/fashion/gallery/spring-summer-2023-fashion-t...

Today on the podcast we’re snuggling up to our sewing machines and talking about fleece, flannel, and everything in between. Then we each share a little something in our Sew Inspo segment. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: Fleece and Flannel Sew Inspo Related Links: ·      Isle Jeans, Chalk & Notch: chalkandnotch.com/shop/isle/ ·     &nb...

Today on the podcast we’re sharing our goals for 2023! Specific makes, skills to hone, themes to work toward, and more. Then we each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion: Goals for 2023 Sew Inspo Related Links: ·       Nikko Top & Dress, True Bias: truebias.com/products/nikko-top-dress-1 ·       Polly Blouse &amp...

Today on the podcast we’re reviewing the past year in our sewing lives – and our regular lives, too. Then we each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion Segment: 2022 review Sew Inspo Related Links: Hickory Ensemble, Mood Fabrics: moodfabrics.com/blog/the-hickory-ensemble-free-unisex-sewing-pattern/ Discovery Fabrics: discoveryfabrics.com/ Delphi Dress, Named Clothing: discontinued Ilfor...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about holiday sewing — decor, gifts, cuddly stuff, etc! Then we each share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion: Holiday Sewing Sew Inspo Related Links Narva Coat, Hey June Handmade: heyjunehandmade.com/product/narva-coat/   Legend of the Christmas Spider: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Legend_of_the_Christmas_Spider Creative Machine Embroidery: sewdaily.com/c...

Today on the podcast we’re talking about shopping for ready to wear clothes — what we make and what we buy, plus some other special things we look for construction-wise when in a store. Then weeach share some sew inspo. Sew What’s New? Discussion: Sewing & Shopping Sew Inspo Related Links: Pop of Neutral Readymade: popofneutral.com Shirred Dress, SewingJuliePatterns: etsy.com/listing/1335...

On this episode of the podcast, we’re talking about sewing knits, our favorite patterns, plus our best tips for sewing stretch fabrics. Then we each share some sew inspo.   Sew What’s New Discussion Segments: Knits Sew Inspo   Related links: Hey June Handmade: heyjunehandmade .com   Named Clothing: namedclothing.com/ Brooks Jeans, Helen’s Closet: helensclosetpatterns.com/produc...

Today on the podcast, we’re talking about the sewing slump – that horrible feeling where you just don’t want to sew, how to deal with it, and how to get out of it. Sew What’s New? Discussion: The Sewing Slump Sew Inspo Related Links: ·      Pop of Neutral Readymade: popofneutral.com ·      Meriam Trousers from Cashmerette: cashmerett...