Love to Sew Podcast

Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs
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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.

  1. Sewing for Others

    1 DAY AGO

    Sewing for Others

    We chat about sewing for others - what to make, what to avoid, and how to make sure that your experience is fun and fulfilling! We talk about the pros and cons of sewing for others, whether as a gift or as a favour. We share tips about fitting and choosing fabric. And we share OUR experiences sewing for our loved ones! Show Notes

    47 min
  2. Sewing for Travel

    5 NOV

    Sewing for Travel

    This episode is all about sewing garments, bags, and accessories for trips! We talk about the best fabrics, how to layer, and how to design a travel capsule. Plus: indie patterns for clothes that travel well, tips for sewing travel bags, and our memories of sewing for travel! We also answer a listener question about sewing lace with big holes and share listener feedback about sewing motivation. Show Notes

    55 min

  3. 1 NOV • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Bonus Episode 80

    November’s bonus episode is here! In October, Helen watched scary movies and made spooky crafts with friends. Caroline had a hard October, but there have been some bright spots: Shea has started woodworking and BF Patterns released the Nicole Knit Top and Dress. They chat about all this, plus: game recommendations, new pattern releases, and a delicious, warming recipe!

    1h 3m
  4. Fiddly Sewing

    29 OCT

    Fiddly Sewing

    We share tips and tricks for fiddly, persnickety, awkward, and complicated sewing techniques! We cover invisible zippers, darts, spaghetti straps, princess seams, and lots more. Plus, we share a listener’s experience with custom printed fabric and another listener’s sewing horror story. Show Notes

    1h 5m
  5. Low-Waste Design with Cris Wood

    22 OCT

    Low-Waste Design with Cris Wood

    In this episode, we interview low-waste pattern designer Cris Wood! We chat with her about how her patterns work, her design process, and what draws her to low-waste patternmaking. We also talk about her cool and colourful personal sewing. Show Notes

    53 min
  6. Mini-Episode 60: Faux Leather

    18 OCT • SUBSCRIBERS ONLY

    Mini-Episode 60: Faux Leather

    It’s pleather weather and we’re here for it! This mini-episode is all about this mysterious and impressive fabric. We talk about the different types of faux leather, what they’re made of, and what to sew with them! Plus: project ideas and where to buy faux leather online.

    11 min
  7. Corduroy and Velvet

    15 OCT

    Corduroy and Velvet

    We take a deep dive into TWO fabrics: corduroy AND velvet! Both of them have a fluffy, fuzzy, pile - but they’re not exactly the same. We chat about their history, how they’re made, and how to sew with them! Plus, we share pattern recommendations and answer your corduroy and velvet questions. Show Notes

    55 min
  8. Say Yes with Michelle Thomas-Elder

    8 OCT

    Say Yes with Michelle Thomas-Elder

    In this episode, we interview Michelle Thomas-Elder, a designer, tailor, and sewing teacher who owns The Kut Studios, a co-working space for designers in LA! Michelle has made custom pieces for celebrities and altered haute couture gowns - and recently, she released her first book. She has amazing stories to tell and a “Say Yes” attitude that we absolutely love. Show Notes

    1h 3m
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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.

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  • Creator
    Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs
  • Years Active
    2017 - 2024
  • Episodes
    425
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    Copyright 2017 © Love to Sew Podcast - Making Clothes, Sewing Community, and Small Business
  • Show Website
    Love to Sew Podcast
  • Provider
    Love to Sew Podcast

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