Bedste Patternmaking-podcasts (2024)

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Teaching Fashion: The Impact of Education 35:04

16d ago35:04

35:04

In this engaging conversation, Jennifer Fairbanks, the owner and designer of Porcelynne, shares her journey in fashion design, teaching, and entrepreneurship with her daughter, Emily. They discuss the origins of Jennifer's passion for design, her experiences teaching at FIDM, the challenges of running a store, and the importance of community in the…

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Sewing With All 5 Senses Part 1: Sight and Touch 34:18

3h ago34:18

34:18

This is part 1 of a 2-part series called "Sewing With All 5 Senses." We are such sensory-seeking creatures, and in very direct ways, sewing feeds our sense of sight and touch. But if you can find ways to stimulate all of your senses when you’re sewing, it can become an even more radical form of self-care than it already is. Today, Sarai and Haley t…

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10 Tips for Altering Your Clothes With Allie Upcycles 33:15

12d ago33:15

33:15

Altering thrifted or store-bought clothes is easier than you think! Allie from Allie Upcycles, an expert in size-inclusive thrift flips, is here to share her top 10 favorite tips for altering your clothes with ease. Whether you're adding a zipper, adjusting a hem, or creating a whole new look, these practical tips will help you breathe new life int…

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Tips for Sewing With Knits, With TomKat Stitchery 37:26

19d ago37:26

37:26

If you've ever felt intimidated by sewing with knits, you're not alone! The stretchy nature of knit fabric can make them appear tricky to wrangle through your machine. But don’t worry—Whitney from TomKat Stitchery is here to help. Whitney sat down with Sarai and shared her top 10 tips to help you conquer knits with confidence.…

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5 Tips for Making Your Own Sewing Patterns, With Cornelius Quiring. 35:45

26d ago35:45

35:45

Cornelius Quiring is one of the most creative and helpful sewing content creators on social media right now. When he was 3, he was in an accident that halted the growth of the muscles on half of his body. As a teen, he learned to create adaptive clothing that fit, but didn't hide, his body's unique shape. Now, his goal is to teach you all about pat…

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10 Tips for Buying and Sewing Lingerie Fabrics, With Sophie Hines 36:48

1M ago36:48

36:48

Lingerie expert Sophie Hines is the special guest on this week's epiosde. She shares 10 tips for buying and sewing lingerie fabrics. If you've ever been curious about sewing your own bras, underwear, or loungewear, you don't want to miss this episode!

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5 Strategies to Help You Sew More Often 22:06

1M ago22:06

22:06

Finding time to sew in a world filled with endless demands can feel like an uphill battle. Between work, family, household chores, and countless distractions, it often seems that sewing time is the first to go. But here's the truth: if sewing brings you joy, calm, and fulfillment, you need to carve out space for it in your life. In this episode, Sa…

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10 Tips for Upcycling Your Clothes with April From Coolirpa 55:14

2M ago55:14

55:14

April Yang is a DIY, thrift-flipping enthusiast, and she has ideas to help you start your first upcycled project. In this interview, the founder of Coolirpa shares expert tips for thrift shopping, preparing your designs, and making sewing sustainable and fun.

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Finding Balance and Living Intentionally: A Conversation with In Kinship 58:54

2M ago58:54

58:54

When two podcasters with the same passion for sewing and making things get together, you know it will be a meaningful conversation. Sarai was recently a guest on the In Kinshop podcast, hosted by Tina VanDenburg. In this episode, Sarai and Tina talk about finding balance and intentionality in sewing, making, and life. And, of course, about the impo…

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Sewing For Kids: 10 Tips From Tilly and the Buttons 26:32

2M ago26:32

26:32

Tilly from Tilly and the Buttons is here to talk about sewing for kids! She's sharing her top 10 tips for sewing for kids. And even if you don't do a lot of sewing for kids, you're going to find a lot in here that can apply to your own sewing as well, even for yourself or for other adults.

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Pro Patternmaker Reacts to Common Fitting Myths 23:24

2M ago23:24

23:24

Last week on the podcast, we learned how a Seamwork pattern is made, from design to the final photo shoot. Today, we have some common fitting myths to dispel. Robin, our professional patternmaker, is a special guest on this episode. Robin's been patternmaking with us at Seamwork for more than 7 years. Prior to that, she worked in the ready-to-wear …

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Secrets From a Pro Patternmaker: How Patterns Are Made 31:28

3M ago31:28

31:28

Curious about what goes on behind the scenes in the world of patternmaking? You're in for a treat! We have a special guest. It’s Robin, our talented patternmaker! Robin shares her insider secrets and takes us on a journey through the entire process of creating a Seamwork pattern. From the initial sketch to the final photo shoot, Robin reveals the s…

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5 Ways to Sew From Your Fabric Stash 15:52

3M ago15:52

15:52

Most of us have fabric stashes that seem to get bigger and bigger. In this episode, Sarai shares 5 tips to sew from your stash to help you keep the yardage in your home to a helpful minimum.

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Space Camp Part 4: Organize Your Sewing Space 21:22

3M ago21:22

21:22

Today, you'll get tons of tips for organizing your new sewing space, so you can set it all up and start sewing! We’re on the final week of Space Camp where we’re all refreshing our sewing spaces to create a comfortable, organized, and inspiring place to create when you’re at home—no matter how big or how small your space might be.…

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Space Camp Part 3: Audit Your Sewing Space 20:46

3M ago20:46

20:46

We’re on the third week of Space Camp where we’ll all refresh our sewing spaces to create a comfortable, organized, and inspiring place to create when you’re at home—no matter how big or how small your space might be. Today, you'll decide what to keep, donate, and trash.

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Space Camp Part 2: Strategize Your Sewing Space 26:10

3M ago26:10

26:10

We’re on the second week of Space Camp where we’ll all refresh our sewing spaces to create a comfortable, organized, and inspiring place to create when you’re at home—no matter how big or how small your space might be.

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Space Camp Part 1: Explore Your Sewing Space 22:33

4M ago22:33

22:33

Last year, we held a really popular summer sewing camp in conjunction with the Seamwork Radio Podcast episodes. We're re-airing the "Space Camp" portion this year to give you a chance to organize and set up your dream sewing space. Sarai and Haley will be your camp leaders, and in the next 4 episodes, they'll share ideas and exercises to help you u…

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These Unexpected Apps Will Level Up Your Sewing 18:05

4M ago18:05

18:05

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 16:43

4M ago16:43

16:43

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 20:04

4M ago20:04

20:04

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 …

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How to Stay Excited About Your Sewing Queue 25:27

5M ago25:27

25:27

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 y…

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The 5 Best Summer Fabrics 32:40

5M ago32:40

32:40

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.…

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3 Steps to Edit Like a Designer 27:26

5M ago27:26

27:26

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 proce…

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How to Sew Outside the Algorithm 45:02

6M ago45:02

45:02

Is your social media algorithm showing you the same thing over and over again? We use social media and Pinterest for mindless entertainment, but it can be easy to go down a scroll-hole. If that's the only input your brain is receiving for inspiration, you can get stuck. In this week’s episode, Haley and Sarai chat about how social media algorithms …

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Should You Sew Your Wedding Outfit? 38:09

6M ago38:09

38:09

Clothing is a really strong repository of memory. Creating your own wedding dress is the perfect opportunity to flex your sewing skills and create a true heirloom piece. In this episode, Sarai and Haley discuss the benefits and drawbacks of sewing your own wedding attire. They also share their expert tips for reducing stress and ensuring your weddi…

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How To Get Started With Zero-Waste Patterns 26:32

6M ago26:32

26:32

Are you new to zero-waste sewing? Are you thinking about trying a zero-waste pattern for the first time Or are you wondering if Seamwork will ever release a zero-waste pattern? This week’s podcast answers all those questions. Sarai and Haley discuss the benefits and limitations of zero-waste sewing and give eight simple steps for exploring this nic…

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How Sewing Teaches You to Want Less 36:51

6M ago36:51

36:51

In this episode we discuss how sewing teaches you to want less. So we're going to cover our own relationships with consumption, how that's changed throughout our sewing journeys, and then eight ways that you can lean on sewing to help you consume less. Show Notes: Making Time: Sarai's personal substack all about creativity and managing her energy a…

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5 Outfit Formulas You'll Wear All Spring 33:44

6M ago33:44

33:44

Outfit formulas help you get dressed easily and confidently each morning. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share five outfit formulas you can wear this spring. They cover what an outfit formula is, what makes a good outfit formula, and then five ideas you could incorporate into your own spring wardrobe.…

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How to Wear Vintage Without Feeling Like You’re in a Costume 32:21

7M ago32:21

32:21

When you’re getting dressed in the morning, your goal is to wear clothes, not for your clothes to wear you. And if you love vintage fashion, sometimes it can be challenging not to feel like you’re walking off a movie set or cosplaying as a character from another era. But we love vintage fashion. So, how can you incorporate vintage into a modern war…

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How to Sew a Wardrobe You’ll Still Love in 10 Years 36:40

7M ago36:40

36:40

In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about how to sew a wardrobe you'll still love in ten years. They cover what makes a garment long lasting—both stylewise and physically—how to choose styles that you'll love to wear for years, and practical tips for making garments that stand the test of time.

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Tips for Navigating a Style Transition 26:55

7M ago26:55

26:55

Feel like you’re in a style rut? In this episode, Sarai and Haley show you how to update your wardrobe when your lifestyle, job, body, or sense of style changes. They cover the signs you might be in a transition, give you some tools for examining that transition, and some actions you can take to evolve your style alongside your life.…

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How to Use Style Signatures to Create Your Dream Wardrobe 30:06

8M ago30:06

30:06

Use this fashion industry trick to define your core style. Sarai and Haley talk about Style Signatures, including what they are, how they can help you better define your personal style, how to come up with your own style signatures, and then how to deploy them in your wardrobe.

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5 of the Biggest Lessons We’ve Learned from Design Your Wardrobe 30:52

8M ago30:52

30:52

In today’s podcast episode, Sarai and Haley share five lessons they’ve learned from Design Your Wardrobe, and all of these lessons point to one thing: learning how to think like a designer and edit your wardrobe is an invaluable tool for your sewing.

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How to Create Your Spring Color Story 22:08

8M ago22:08

22:08

When a new season arises, you can feel the urge to reinvent yourself and refresh everything in your closet. But there’s a simpler way—just refresh the colors you wear! In this episode, Sarai and Haley provide a 5-step process for defining your colors and putting together a spring color palette.

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Why Editing is the Secret to the Perfect Wardrobe 27:48

8M ago27:48

27:48

Here's something you might not know about yourself: You're an editor. When you sew your own clothes, you're always making editorial decisions, from pairing fabric to a pattern to styling a final outfit. In this episode, Sarai and Haley cover why editing is so important in design, how to set constraints to make editing easier, and ideas for making t…

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The Best Ways to Find Inspiration On Pinterest 23:55

9M ago23:55

23:55

If you’ve ever logged into Pinterest and stared wide-eyed at the never ending scroll of inspiration, you’ve likely run into one of two problems. Too much inspiration or none at all. In this episode, get 5 tips for finding exactly what you want on Pinterest. With these tips, you can build mood boards that truly help you with your sewing plans.…

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Haley’s Spring Trend Forecast 38:34

9M ago38:34

38:34

Trends are one of the most powerful forces that drive fashion. But they’re a little tricky. On one hand, trends can be really fun to play with. They bring something new into your wardrobe. But on the other hand, you don't want a closet full of really trendy things that don't really feel like you. Sarai and Haley cover eight trends for spring 2024 a…

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How to Discover Your Creative Purpose 34:44

9M ago34:44

34:44

Having a real sense of your creative purpose can act as a North Star that guides you in your hobbies—or any creative part of your life. But your purpose can shift as you grow and learn different things about yourself. Uncovering what matters to you is something you have to do repeatedly. Here are 4 exercises to help you discover how you're changing…

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5 Tips for Thrifting Your Next Sewing Project 24:49

9M ago24:49

24:49

Did you get into sewing to help reduce textile waste? A lot of people do. And it's great to go to a fabric store and get that new, beautiful fabric. But sometimes it's nice to find an alternative and really flex your creativity in a new way and help to keep that waste down. In this episode, get give tips for using thrift shop finds to create your n…

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10 Things To Do When You're Not Feeling Creative 29:58

9M ago29:58

29:58

Has your creativity ever felt a little low? Today, Sarai and Haley share ten things to do when you're just not feeling very creative. They cover things you can do to come up with new ideas that get you excited again, things you can do to prepare for when creativity does strike, and things you can do to get your hands moving.…

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5 Tips to Upgrade Your Sewing for Cold Weather 25:45

10M ago25:45

25:45

In this week’s episode, Sarai and Haley share 5 ideas to help you sew for cold weather. They cover how to make your winter sewing extra warm and cozy, and share practical tips and fabric ideas for a toasty, wearable winter wardrobe.

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Portland Pattermaker Panel LIVE From Stitchfest 50:33

10M ago50:33

50:33

Listen to a recording of the patternmaker panel with 6 amazingly talented patternmakers here in Portland, moderated by Sarai. They chat about all the secrets your patternmaker wants you to know, the differences between ready-to-wear and sewing, and their favorite parts about making patterns.

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Seamwork Radio LIVE at Stitchfest: Part 2 27:35

10M ago27:35

27:35

In October, we hosted our very first in-person event at Seamwork HQ. Nearly 100 Seamworkers gathered for Stitchfest, and we all spent the day together later. There was a panel of local patternmakers, a sample sale, and a live recording of the Seamwork Radio podcast. In the live recording, Sarai and our patternmaker, Robin, answer the 7 most common …

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Seamwork Radio LIVE at Stitchfest: Part 1 25:36

10M ago25:36

25:36

In October, we hosted our very first in-person event at Seamwork HQ. Nearly 100 Seamworkers gathered for Stitchfest, and we all spent the day together later. There was a panel of local patternmakers, a sample sale, and a live recording of the Seamwork Radio podcast. In the live recording, Sarai and our patternmaker, Robin, answer the 7 most common …

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50 Ideas for Handmade Holiday Gifts 43:20

11M ago43:20

43:20

This week, Sarai and Haley share their favorite things to make, and tips for making your handmade gifts feel extra special. If you’re going to sew gifts over the holidays, listen to their comprehensive list of more than 50 project ideas.

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Quick Tip Series: 5 Common Sewing Bloopers and How to Avoid Them 30:18

11M ago30:18

30:18

We all make mistakes when we sew. It’s normal. Almost every project you sew might have a few sewing bloopers, but the silly little mistakes you often make are pretty easily avoidable. In this week’s episode, Sarai and Haley talk about some of the most common sewing bloopers and how to avoid them.

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5 Ways to Manage Your Fabric Stash 20:02

11M ago20:02

20:02

Sewing and buying fabric are two different hobbies, and they're both equally enjoyable. But it's important to marry the two hobbies so that your fabric buying habits and your sewing habits match up and you actually use all that fabric you're buying. Today, Sarai and Haley are talking about your fabric stash. They’ll share five ideas to help you man…

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Quick Tip Series: 5 Ways to Make Your Sewing Projects More Polished 26:44

11M ago26:44

26:44

Do you ever wish your home sewing projects looked as polished as the clothes you buy in the store? Today, Sarai and Haley are discussing ways to make your projects more polished. They cover five different tips to help you get a professional-looking finish.

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Quick Tip Series: 5 Sewing Machine Maintenance Tips 21:03

12M ago21:03

21:03

Your sewing machine is one of the most important sewing tools you own, and it's likely one of the biggest investments you've made in your sewing. But a lot of times when you buy one, you're just handed it, and you're expected to know what to do with it. Just like a car, it does need regular care and maintenance. In today’s episode, Sarai and Haley …

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Quick Tip Series: 5 Scrap Busting Ideas 20:38

12M ago20:38

20:38

Sarai and Haley are hosting a quick-tip series on the podcast. For the next few weeks, they’re sharing quick episodes full of tips to answer your most burning sewing questions. And today they’re talking about scrap busting, with five ideas to help you bust your scraps.

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