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Seamwork

Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity

For our 10th birthday, we're re-airing some of our favorite episodes of Seamwork Radio. In this episode, Sarai talks with Ashley.
 
As Ashley grew up, her innocence and relationship with her mom eroded. But somehow, sewing provided that thin thread of connection that never went away.

(Re-run) A Bright Spot in the Dark with Ashley

In this re-run of one of our favorite episodes, Sarai and Haley help you figure out if you're an ambitious or cautious learner (or somewhere in between). They also share the benefits and pitfalls are for each, and how to learn from each of these learning styles.

Identifying Your Sewing Style: Are You an Ambitious or Cautious Learner? (Re-run)

Do you often find you sew accompanied by an uninvited guest: your inner critic? That little voice that questions your skills, doubts your decisions, and convinces you that your creative work is not good enough?
 
If so, Sarai and Haley have some tips to banish your inner critic—or at least learn to tolerate its presence.
 
We’re taking a break from the podcast for the holidays, so we’re re-airing some of our favorite episodes. This episode is one of our faves because we show you how to recognize, manage, and even quiet that pesky inner critic when you sit down to sew.

How to Quiet Your Inner Critic and Get Back to Sewing (Re-run)

Fashion trends can be a double-edged sword. They’re fun, fresh, and full of creative potential, yet they can easily overwhelm your wardrobe with pieces that don’t quite feel like “you.”
 
But what if trends could work for you instead of against you? Haley and Sarai have a method to take a designer-inspired approach to trends—one that lets you experiment, have fun, and stay true to your personal style.
 
While the podcast takes a break for the holidays, we're re-airing some of our favorite episodes. This one originally aired in 2023.

How to Use Fashion Trends to Elevate Your Personal Style (Re-run)

I like to shop for fabric seasonally, and it helps to have a list of tried-and-true fabrics that work well for each season.
 
It also helps to get really familiar with the qualities of each fabric, so you can pair it to the right project.
 
In this episode of the Seamwork Radio podcast, I’m sharing 10 of my favorite winter fabrics to help you stay warm and stylish through the cold months ahead.
 
You’ll use these fabrics year after year, so the more you get to know them, the easier it will be for you to do your seasonal fabric shopping.

10 Winter Fabrics You’ll Love to Sew

Staying organized can feel like a monumental task, but in reality, it’s a series of small, consistent habits that make all the difference. 
 
Whether you’re new to sewing or have years of experience, staying organized can bring more intention and joy to your creative process. In this week’s podcast episode, Sarai and Haley share practical habits for staying organized at every level—annually, seasonally, and during each sewing session.

Best Habits for Staying Organized With Your Sewing

If you've ever wanted to dive into the world of sewing but didn’t know where to start, you’re not alone. Glory Allan, a self-taught sewing enthusiast and popular creator on YouTube and TikTok, knows exactly how it feels to be a beginner. In our recent conversation, he shared invaluable insights and practical tips for anyone embarking on their sewing journey.

10 Tips for Learning to Sew: A Conversation with Glory Allan

You might have sewing goals in mind, but it’s easy to get distracted. If you are struggling to set and keep goals, Sarai and Haley share a bunch of ideas to help you uncover your most important sewing goal right now. They also talk about balancing having fun with your sewing while still working towards a larger goal.

How to Find the Type of Sewing That Fits Your Goals

Wondering what kinds of sewing books are best for learning how to sew? In this episode, Sarai and Haley share a framework for building a sewing library, including three types of sewing books you should have.

The Best Sewing Books for Beginners

If you love to sew, you probably love a helpful shortcut. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share a long list of shortcuts to help save you time and headspace while you sew clothes.

What Are Some of the Best Sewing Shortcuts to Save Time?

Jacqui Palhegyi is the blogger behind Birds of a Thread, a sewing and ethical fashion blog. She’s always been passionate about issues of social justice. But it was on a trip to Egypt with her husband that an encounter forever shifted the way she thought about how her clothing was made – and what she could do about it.
 
Related links from this episode:
 
 Birds of a Thread • , Jacqui’s blog
 The Colette Violet blouse

A Shift in Mindset with Jacqui Palhegyi

A Shift in Mindset with Jacqui Palhegyi

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