Episode 178: Beginner Q&A
Hooray for beginner sewists! Helen and Caroline cover your beginner questions in this Q&A--from machine threading to fitting muslins!
Apr 06, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 178
Love to Sew Podcast
Helen Wilkinson and Caroline Somos host Love to Sew, a fun weekly podcast about making clothes, sewing community, and small business. They talk about their passion for sewing a handmade wardrobe and their daily lives as creative entrepreneurs. Listen to interviews with indie business owners and inspiring sewists who totally understand your obsession with sewing.
Episodes
Episode 177: Commercial Sewing Techniques with Saremy Duffy
Saremy Duffy from Sew Sew Live joins us to talk about commercial sewing techniques and how she started live-streaming sewing projects on YouTube! Saremy talks about her extensive experience in the sewing industry and shares her top tips for bringing commercial sewing practices into home sewing.
Mar 30, 2021•1 hr 11 min•Ep. 177
Episode 176: Sewing Vocabulary
Need to brush up on your sewing vocabulary? We are here to help! We cover some of the most common terms in home sewing and share some helpful tips and tricks along the way!
Mar 23, 2021•1 hr 9 min•Ep. 176
Episode 175: Leatherwork with Treasure from Nikki&Mallory
Treasure Mallory from Nikki&Mallory joins us to talk about leatherwork! Treasure shares what you need to get started, how to overcome beginner challenges, and the differences between garment sewing and sewing with leather. She also shares her inspiring entrepreneurial journey and her best advice for small business owners.
Mar 16, 2021•59 min•Ep. 175
Episode 174: Pressing
Press play to hear all about pressing! We discuss the pressing techniques, tools, and tips that result in beautiful finished garments.
Mar 09, 2021•1 hr 2 min•Ep. 174
Episode 173: Past Guest Pep Talk
We have assembled a fantastic pep squad of sewists to reignite your sewing passion! In this episode, there are nine pep talks from former guests Brooks Ann Camper, Jasika Nicole, Elise Blaha Cripe, Aaronica Cole, Jenny Rushmore, Julian Collins, and Denise Archer, as well as your hosts, Helen and Caroline.
Mar 02, 2021•1 hr 6 min•Ep. 173
Love To Sew Favourite: Fearless Making with Jasika Nicole
The episode was originally released on December 5, 2017. In this Love to Sew Favourite, Jasika Nicole joins us to chat about shoemaking and red carpet DIY. She’s a fearless maker who will try anything!
Feb 16, 2021•1 hr 7 min
Love to Sew Favourite: Sewing with Knits
This episode was originally released on October 9, 2018. In this Love to Sew Favourite, we cover different types of knit fabrics, 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!
Feb 02, 2021•1 hr 3 min
Love to Sew Favourite: Fabrics 101
This episode was originally released on February 6, 2018. In this Love to Sew Favourite, we cover all the basics such as construction, content, weight, drape, and stretch. We also offer tips for successful fabric shopping online and in person.
Jan 19, 2021•52 min
Love To Sew Favourite: Start Now with Elise Cripe
This episode was originally released on January 1, 2019. In this Love to Sew Favourite, Elise Cripe joins us to talk about setting and achieving goals! Elise also shares her sewing journey and what led her to create the Get To Work Book, the ultimate planner for your life and your creative projects.
Jan 05, 2021•1 hr 17 min
Love To Sew Favourite: Sewing Coats
This episode was originally released on December 11, 2018. In this Love to Sew Favourite, we discuss everything you need to know about sewing a coat, from beginner tips to advanced tailoring techniques. We also discuss wool coating fabrics and how to mentally prepare for a big project like a coat!
Dec 22, 2020•1 hr 3 min
Love To Sew Favourite: You Can Hack It
The episode was originally released on May 28, 2018. In this Love to Sew Favourite, we break down our favourite simple and advanced hacks that will let you get the most mileage out of your patterns! Everything you need to know, from must-have hacking tools to how to mix your favourite patterns. You can hack it!
Dec 08, 2020•55 min
Episode 172: Sewing Motivation
Do you need some sewing motivation? We discuss the many ways you can reignite your sewjo, and share our personal experiences in staying motivated to sew!
Nov 24, 2020•44 min•Ep. 172
Episode 171: Sewing Revelations
Has a tool or resource completely changed your sewing practice? We share your revelatory stories on what has altered your sewing game, and ours too!
Nov 17, 2020•47 min•Ep. 171
Episode 170: Sewing Accessories
We discuss the many exciting options for sewing your own accessories! From sewing bags to making your own shoes, we round-up some amazing project ideas and share our favourite me-made accessories too.
Nov 10, 2020•32 min•Ep. 170
Episode 169: Sewing for Kids
Planning on sewing for kids? We discuss some differences between sewing for kids and adults, considerations for making kids garments, and special techniques you may encounter in the sewing process. We also share our tips and experience in sewing for young ones.
Nov 03, 2020•33 min•Ep. 169
Episode 168: Sewing and Chronic Illness with Andie Wells
Andie Wells joins us to talk about their sewing practice and how the community can better support sewists living with chronic illnesses and disabilities. They also discuss fat sewing, who they love following in the online sewing community, and some of their favourite sewing resources!
Oct 27, 2020•1 hr•Ep. 168
Episode 167: Elastic
Learn all about elastic! We dive into different types of elastic, and which ones you should be using for your next project. Plus, we share our tops tips for sewing with elastic, along with our favourite elastic sources!
Oct 20, 2020•42 min•Ep. 167
Episode 166: Feedback Fest 5
We share some of the amazing feedback we have received over the past 6 months in this semi-annual feedback fest! We cover sewing confessions, sewing tips, helpful resources and so much more!
Oct 13, 2020•42 min•Ep. 166
Episode 165: Sewing Loungewear
Get comfortable because we are chatting all about loungewear! We talk about the importance of sewing loungewear as a form of self-care and what sewing patterns you can sew up for maximum comfort!
Oct 06, 2020•37 min•Ep. 165
Episode 164: Wool
Learn all about wool! We discuss common characteristics of wool, how to care for your wool garments, and why you should wear wool even in warmer weather. We also touch on some tips and tricks for sewing with wool and our favourite wool makes!
Sep 29, 2020•54 min•Ep. 164
Episode 163: Maker Affirmations with Maressa Fernandez
Maressa Fernandez joins us to talk about maker affirmations! She shares how maker affirmations can help us to work through creative struggles, and also inspire a breakthrough in your creative practice!
Sep 22, 2020•59 min•Ep. 163
Episode 162: Sewing Undies
We discuss our favourite sewing tips for sewing undies and the supplies you need to sew your own undies. From period panties to boxer briefs, we’ve got you covered in our sewing patterns round-up too!
Sep 15, 2020•53 min•Ep. 162
Episode 161: Social Justice Sewing Academy with Sara Trail
Sara Trail from the Social Justice Sewing Academy joins us to talk about how SJSA’s workshops and programs support youth in their exploration of social justice issues through quilting as textile artivism. We also talk about the SJSA business incubator and exciting ways that you can help and get involved!
Sep 08, 2020•44 min•Ep. 161
Episode 160: Free Sewing
From sewing patterns to online educational sewing content, we cover lots of free sewing resources to help you save costs and keep sewing!
Sep 01, 2020•35 min•Ep. 160
Episode 159: Punch Needle with Arounna Khounnoraj
Arounna Khounnoraj joins us to discuss the beautiful craft of punch needle! She shares what you need to get started, how to overcome beginner challenges, and some top tips for punch needle success.
Aug 25, 2020•1 hr 1 min•Ep. 159
Episode 158: 3 Year Anniversary Q&A
It’s our 3 year anniversary! Join us as we catch up on our businesses and day-to-day lives, along with answering all your questions in a special Q&A!
Aug 18, 2020•1 hr 15 min•Ep. 158
Episode 157: Pins and Needles
Learn all about pins and needles! We cover different types of needles and pins and what you need to know when considering pins and needles for your projects.
Aug 11, 2020•51 min•Ep. 157
Episode 156: Black Makers Matter with Julian Collins
Julian Collins joins us to chat about his sewing journey and the Black Makers Matter coalition. We discuss how the sewing community can support Black makers and help to ensure companies big and small make it clear that they value their Black customers. Julian also talks about the confidence he gets from wearing handmade garments and his SewManly Facebook group!
Aug 04, 2020•48 min•Ep. 156
Episode 155: Fabric Shopping Online
Learn how to fabric shop online! We discuss our top tips for online fabric shopping so you can find that perfect fabric for your project.
Jul 28, 2020•1 hr 5 min•Ep. 155