Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity Seamwork
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On Seamwork Radio, we share practical ideas for building a creative process, so you can sew with intention and joy.
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These Unexpected Apps Will Level Up Your Sewing
Let's talk about five apps that you may not have used before that can really level up your sewing. We're going to cover apps you can use to get creative while you plan your sewing, apps that help you stay organized, and even my favorite app for helping you sketch your projects.
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5 Tips to Choose the Right Fabric For Your Sewing Project
Let's talk about my five tips to help you choose the right fabric for your sewing project. We're going to cover why choosing the right fabric can be so hard for so many people, what to specifically look for when buying fabric for a project, and how to dramatically improve your fabric shopping skills in a short amount of time.
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5 Books on Creativity That Changed The Way I Think
Today, we're talking about five books on creativity that have totally transformed the way I think, and even in some cases, really have changed my whole life. So we're going to cover one book that helped me create rituals that I've been practicing for years, one that helped me understand how to get into a creative mode more easily, and one that's a really practical workbook for building more creative time into your life, so you don't want to miss these.
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How to Stay Excited About Your Sewing Queue
You set a sewing queue with the best of intentions, but sometimes you can still find yourself stuck. Or, sometimes, you turn into a magpie and constantly get distracted by sewing projects.
But there are some tricks to staying excited about your sewing queue.
In this week’s podcast episode, you’ll learn how to choose your next project and get tips you can rely on to keep your queue interesting. -
The 5 Best Summer Fabrics
Dressing comfortably in the sun-soaked days of summer is a challenge, but choosing the right fabric can make all the difference.
In this episode, Sarai and Haley share their 5 favorite fabrics to sew and wear in the summer. They’ll tell you why each fabric is great for summer and give you a list of garments that work well with each fiber. -
3 Steps to Edit Like a Designer
Editing is one of the most underappreciated aspects of any creative journey. This includes picking out a new sewing project. With so many choices, the process can feel overwhelming. So, how can you simplify it? Ask a designer!
In this episode, Sarai and Haley discuss why editing is vital to any good design process and share an easy three-step process they like to use when creating their sewing plans for the season.