Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity
222 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 22 hours ago - ★★★★★ - 259 ratingsOn Seamwork Radio, we share practical ideas for building a creative process, so you can sew with intention and joy.
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Episode 11: The “head stuff” with Felicia Semple
June 01, 2016 07:30Felicia Semple is the creator of The Craft Sessions, an incredible sewing retreat she created to help teach women to find joy and meaning - not perfection - in the practice of craft.
The “head stuff” with Felicia Semple
June 01, 2016 07:30 - 34 minutes - 47.1 MBFelicia Semple is the creator of The Craft Sessions, an incredible sewing retreat she created to help teach women to find joy and meaning – not perfection – in the practice of craft. In this episode, I talk to Felicia about her path to creating the sewing retreat she dreamed of, and how the "head stuff" around sewing and creating has affected her life. Related links from this episode: The Craft Sessions, Felicia’s blog The Craft Sessions Retreat, where you can learn more about attending...
Let’s talk money with Heather Lewenza
May 01, 2016 07:01 - 30 minutes - 28.2 MBTalking publicly about money is a little bit taboo for most of us. And yet, it motivates and influences much of what we do with our lives, how we spend our time, and how we cope with feelings. In today’s episode, designer Heather Lewenza of Closet Case Files opens up about how money and spending have shaped her life and career, and led her to the world of home sewing. From working in an auto factory to designing shopping centers to running her own business, see how Heather’s relationship w...
Episode 10: Let’s talk money with Heather Lewenza
May 01, 2016 07:01Talking money is tough. In this episode, designer Heather Lewenza talks about how money and spending has shaped her values and led her to a career in sewing.
A Shift in Mindset with Jacqui Palhegyi
April 01, 2016 07:55 - 32 minutes - 29.8 MBJacqui 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
Episode 9: A Shift in Mindset with Jacqui Palhegyi
April 01, 2016 07:55On a trip to Egypt, Jacqui's attitude towards clothing was forever changed.
Open Up with Jennifer Wiese
March 01, 2016 09:00 - 33 minutes - 38 MBJennifer Wiese had a dream. The founder of Brooklyn sewing studio Workroom Social wanted to create a weekend-long sewing event that brought a spirit of play and fun to sewing. In 2015, she hosted Camp Workroom Social, an overnight sewing camp for adults. She talks about why being present and open to imperfection is always better than fretting over mistakes – in sewing and in life. Related links from this episode: Workroom Social Camp Workroom Social
Episode 8: Open Up with Jennifer Wiese
March 01, 2016 09:00Jennifer Wiese tells the story of putting on a major sewing event, and the unexpected benefits of being open to mistakes.
Design, Fame, and Villainy with Gretchen Jones
December 17, 2015 03:40 - 38 minutes - 52.3 MBGretchen Jones is the controversial winner of season 8 of Project Runway. Her singular style won the show, but her bold and ambitious personality led her to be cast as the season’s villain. In this interview with contributor Heather Lewenza, Gretchen talks about what led her to put herself out there on television, what life was like after sudden fame, and how she’s discovered her true career path through it all. Just a note, this recording does have several words that you may not find appr...
Episode 7: Design, Fame, and Villainy with Gretchen Jones
December 17, 2015 03:40Gretchen Jones talks about life and design after Project Runway.
The Opposite of Creative Block with Leah Price
December 03, 2015 02:25 - 27 minutes - 37.4 MBMany of us are familiar with writer’s block, that creative emptiness that hits you when you have all the freedom in the world and a blank page. But what about the opposite: when you face tough times and a lack of freedom, but discover in that an unstoppable will to create? Creating something from nothing is Leah Price’s passion. After spending ten years in what she describes as almost complete isolation, caring for her two children with special needs, Leah discovered a deep and abiding cre...
Episode 6: The Opposite of Creative Block with Leah Price
December 03, 2015 02:25Creating something from nothing is Leah Price's passion. After spending ten years in what she describes as almost complete isolation, caring for her two children with special needs, Leah discovered a deep and abiding creative energy in repurposing what is unloved and wasted.
Episode 5: A Dream of Self-Sufficiency with Morgan Meredith
November 20, 2015 01:11From the time she was little, Morgan knew she wanted a life that she could control. But when her husband decided to join the military, she thought those dreams might be shattered.
A Dream of Self-Sufficiency with Morgan Meredith
November 20, 2015 01:11 - 22 minutes - 30.7 MBMorgan Meredith is the designer and creator of Thread Theory, a menswear sewing pattern line. From the time she was little, Morgan knew she wanted a life that she could control. But when her husband decided to join the military, she thought those dreams might be shattered. Listen to Morgan’s story of dramatic changes and rediscovering what really makes her happy. Links from this episode: Thread Theory, Morgan’s sewing pattern line
It’s Worth It with Sadie Roberts of Tradlands
November 05, 2015 12:06 - 26 minutes - 36 MBSadie Roberts and her partner started their label, Tradlands, without a lot of money or experience. They produce menswear-inspired shirting for women, and they believe strongly in what they make and how they serve their customers. But starting a US-made fashion label isn’t easy. In this episode, Sadie shares how she got through some harrowing moments, why she didn’t quit, and what she’d recommend to other aspiring designers. "I’m really comfortable saying, we had no idea what we were doi...
Episode 4: It’s Worth It with Sadie Roberts of Tradlands
November 05, 2015 12:06Hear Sadie's story of starting a US-made clothing label from the ground up, and how and why labels like hers can thrive.
The Proud Sewist with Matthew Holloway
October 21, 2015 23:58 - 27 minutes - 37.3 MBGrowing up in Oklahoma, Matthew always had the sense that he wasn’t “normal.” As he grew up, he began to ask questions. What’s wrong with being interested in “feminine” things? And what does it say about how we view women? Links from this episode: The Thorn and Thread, Matthew’s blog Matthew also recommends: Male Pattern Boldness TaylorTailor
Episode 3: The Proud Sewist with Matthew Holloway
October 21, 2015 23:58Growing up in Oklahoma, Matthew always had the sense that he wasn't "normal." As he grew up, he began to ask questions. What's wrong with being interested in "feminine" things? And what does it say about how we view women?
Episode 2: Making Your Own Mold with Charlie Wensley
October 08, 2015 02:08Charlie Wensley learned the hard way that trying to fit a pre-existing mold can have devastating effects. But before she rediscovered her love of making clothes, she struggled to meet her own expectations about the kind of person she thought she was supposed to be.
Making Your Own Mold with Charlie Wensley
October 08, 2015 02:08 - 29 minutes - 40.6 MBCharlie Wensley learned the hard way that trying to fit a pre-existing mold can have devastating effects. Charlie is the blogger behind nobleanddaughter.com. But before she rediscovered her love of making clothes, she struggled to meet her own expectations about the kind of person she thought she was supposed to be. This culminated in a battle with post-natal depression that left her questioning who she was. Links from this episode: Noble & Daughter, Charlie’s blog The Great British Sew...
Episode 1: A Radical Change in Confidence with Jenny Rushmore
September 18, 2015 20:20Jenny Rushmore is the sort of person that lights up a room. She's the blogger behind Cashmerette and a founder of The Curvy Sewing Collective. But Jenny's confidence and warmth came only after years of bullying and insecurity. Hear how Jenny not only overcame the harshness of childhood bullying, but has helped spread the message of self-acceptance.
A Radical Change in Confidence with Jenny Rushmore
September 18, 2015 20:20 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBJenny Rushmore is the blogger behind Cashmerette and a founder of The Curvy Sewing Collective. She’s a woman who exudes warmth and confidence in everything she does. But it wasn’t always this way. Learn how Jenny overcame childhood bullying and found her voice in the sewing community. Links from this episode: Cashmerette, Jenny’s sewing blog The Curvy Sewing Collective The Ginger jeans pattern from Closet Case Files The Moneta dress pattern from Colette Blogs Jenny mentions: Idle...