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Julie Hastings
July 08, 2024 20:00 - 27 minutes - 20.6 MBJulie is Hastings436 on Instagram and lives in Newcastle Australia. She gives us a secret about the 2025 Newcastle Frocktail so if you're interested, have a listen to her podcast and start planning your efforts to attend it. Even though Julie has lots of fabric, and she cares for her fabric is a very unique way, she is thoughtful in how she gives it to her local community to share her love of sewing. Yes Julie is part of the sewing ladies who lunch that Karen mentioned last week. Every...
Karen Lennox
July 01, 2024 20:00 - 21 minutes - 17.4 MBKaren is sewingbyKaz on Instagram and she's on the Newcastle Frocktail committee in Australia. Sewing means many things to different people. Karen Lennox tells us what sewing has meant in her life and vital it is to her right now. Karen has learnt her sewing through her mother's sewing life as she grew up. Karen knew the basics before she went to school. Now she's helping her 6 year old granddaughter to sew. This important skill is bring passed through Karen's family tree. Next week yo...
Your suggestions
June 24, 2024 20:00 - 2 minutes - 2.8 MBYou've heard my story now who would you like to hear from next on Sew Organised Style podcast? The July podcasts are scheduled and after producing over 400 episodes there may be someone you'd like to have on the podcast. Is there a topic you'd like an expert to discuss? All suggestions are welcome! Send me your ideas and suggestions either via direct message on the podcast Instagram account email me at [email protected] Your ongoing support for 5 years of podcasting is mu...
Birgitta Helmesson
June 17, 2024 20:00 - 35 minutes - 40.1 MBThis Check Your Thread Podcast episode #54 is the first of two featuring a conversation with Swedish-Australian designer Birgitta Helmersson. Known in the sewing community as a zero waste (ZW) pattern designer, Birgitta also produces a range of ZW clothing which she sells from her shop/studio in Malmö. Prior to this, Birgitta had a diverse and convoluted career in fashion design, costume, alterations, pattern cutting and garment manufacture, which makes for a fascinating tale that we’ll h...
BTS podcasting life with Zoe Edwards
June 13, 2024 20:00 - 25 minutes - 22.5 MBA behind the scenes chat with Zoe Edwards. Her sewing podcast Check Your Thread keeps her motivated. Actually her manifesto is what drives Zoe's podcast. What drives your podcast? Everyone wants to podcast about a topic that is close to their hearts. That's what both Zoe and I do every week and in this episode we chat on about the processes behind making a sewing podcast, or any podcast for that matter. As always in this episode I've edited it so you hear Zoe's personal dedication to h...
Feedswapping with Zoe Edwards
June 11, 2024 02:00 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MBZoe Edwards has just finished a very successful Me Made May 2024. She's here to Feed swap from her podcast Check your thread. We're sharing one podcast episode next week from our own archives. This is really exciting to know 1 episode from Sew Organised Style will forever be available on Check your thread podcast. However this week we're playing a variation on '20 questions'. In today's episode, we delve into the feedswapping concept. I've never heard about feedswapping and I am than...
Dell
June 03, 2024 20:00 - 17 minutes - 13.3 MBDell is an avid sewist, a SewOver50 follower and a very supportive listener of this sewing podcast. She learned to sew from her grandmothers and Dell discusses the value of the sewing teaching by Mary Brooks Picken. Dell saved lots of money sewing her dresses for vocal performances using Bemberg lining because it was more affordable than silk fabric was. She is a classically trained vocalist...like an opera singer. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon a...
Mitch Bridgewater
May 27, 2024 20:00 - 33 minutes - 23.6 MBMitch Bridgewater describes himself as the worst of the best bunch of the Sewing Bee and in this sewing podcast, you'll realise why. Mitch was in Series 8 of the Great British Sewing Bee in 2022. During lockdown he learned how to sew and knit and after sewing for 3 months, he entered the Sewing Bee. In series 8 there were over 8,000 applications for the Great British Sewing Bee so he was in the top 12. If you're interested in TV production or have entered for Series 11, listen to the i...
Betz White
May 20, 2024 20:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MBMake sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Betz White is one of the 20 textile artists you can enjoy her workshop at this retreat. 'Warm fuzzies', 'Sewing Green' and 'Present Perfect are her 3 published books too. Betz has so many great embroidery ideas, workshops and videos on her website. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our p...
Trixi Symonds
May 13, 2024 20:00 - 14 minutes - 12.8 MBMake sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Trixi brings her textile art and teaching skills for this retreat. She uses her Sew a Softie approach to teach hand stitching to both children and adults. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the po...
Youngmin Lee
May 06, 2024 20:00 - 14 minutes - 11.5 MBMake sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Youngmin Lee practices traditional Korean textile techniques - Bojagi and Jogakbo handstitching. 28 years ago, after Youngmin trained in clothing, textiles and fashion design in Seoul, South Korea, she moved to the United States and she has continued to use her training in traditional Korean techniques of Bojagi and Korean wrapping skills. The skills she learnt an...
Seated Makes Challenge
May 02, 2024 20:00 - 19 minutes - 15.6 MBDuring May, Lolie and Yvonne are running the pledge Seated Makes Challenge. Take a chair and sit on it. Have a bit of fun during Me Made May and include seated photos. We did discuss making sure your feet are parallel to the floor, no matter what your height is. Seated photos show how to fabric drapes over your mid-section. Done is better than perfect. There are prizes in this challenge but Lolie and Yvonne simply want you to add seated makes on your posts. Be your creative self as...
Kate Ward launches May 2024 Making Zen Online Retreat
April 29, 2024 20:00 - 22 minutes - 18.4 MBMake sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Today Kate Ward of Zen Stitching discusses the amazing artists but wait for it... there are a few new features that might peak your interest this year. You can still purchase the lifetime VIP access pass. There is also a Creative Club on offer. And to keep you creative, there's also an additional set of cards you can purchase to fuel your creative needs. We k...
Sewmelwyk
April 22, 2024 20:00 - 15 minutes - 12.6 MBMelanie is Sewmelwyk and she's been sewing and blogging for many years. Melanie also a cofounder of the Stratford Garment Guild and has a great group of local sewists that meet monthly to share their makes. You'll also find Melanie share her book reviews on her book IG account. If her home ec teacher could see the sewing Melanie does now, she wouldn't believe it. You can find Melanie's Following the Thread blog here She uses Sewmelwyk on Instagram, Twitter and you can find Melanie ...
HesSewMatthew
April 15, 2024 20:00 - 19 minutes - 15.6 MBMatthew describes himself as a heel wearing stud muffin channelling his authentic otherness. You'll find Matthew on Instagram and Tik Tok @hessewmatthew Did I mention Matthew was a contestant on the Great British Sewing Bee Series 9? He is very easy to chat to and so supportive of the people around him. Matthew is a huge fan of Esme. You'll hear his story and the type of sewing he is known for. Matthew breaks the rules and is always interested in showing a bit of skin with his designs....
Lisa sew_what73
April 08, 2024 19:00 - 20 minutes - 15.5 MBToday's podcast features Lisa in a discussion where she reveals the heartbreaking story behind her dedication to spreading awareness for missing persons on her Instagram account, intertwined with her love for sewing. What you will hear is how the sewing community has embraced both her sewing love and commitment to posting missing person posters on her Instagram account. Please be aware, the discussion includes topics that might be distressing. Below are the links to the organisations L...
Volunteer stories
April 01, 2024 19:00 - 31 minutes - 25.3 MBKay, Sarah and Jo talk about how they're involved with The Nest Community and how their involvement means something to them too. Kay and Sarah volunteer at The Nest Community. Jo is a teacher at Mitchelton High School and has brought groups of students to take part in The Exhange Project since 2021. The Nest Community is a Brisbane charity that connects women purposefully through craft. The organisation has just undergone expansion and moved from a beautiful old house in Everton Part to ...
Damselfly.ca
March 25, 2024 19:00 - 22 minutes - 17.2 MBLouisa describes herself as the oldest person within the SewOver50 community. damselfly.ca She describes her body shape a diamond related. Louisa is a rarity and talented with her sewing, gardening and anything textile related. Did you know she reads 200 books a year? This means her online friends at SewOver50 are who she hangs out with when she's not sewing or crafting. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archiv...
SarahCSewing on Instagram
March 18, 2024 19:00 - 20 minutes - 16.5 MBSarah of Sarahcsewing makes her sewing posts fun. She looks at life. She sees the humour in life. Then Sarah consults with her kids and her husband. The mirth from their conversations comes through in her posts. Sarah is a long time SewOver50 follower and she happily discusses a few of the videos she's posted that show just how funny life can be. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploa...
Mimiquins
March 11, 2024 19:00 - 26 minutes - 20.8 MBIn January we heard from Yvonne – The Wheelie Stitcher tell us about her experience in finding Mimiquins to create her seated dress form. Today we’ll hear from Jaire and Mia, the team who created mimiquins. Mimiquins is based in the UK. While they’re based in the UK Jaire and Mia are making Mimiquins available to people who live outside of the UK. Mia’s background is in biochemistry and she has always sewn her end of year ballgowns, during her university years. Jaire describes her...
The Nest Community
March 04, 2024 19:00 - 20 minutes - 17.3 MBRoz Holt is the founder and CEO of The Nest Community in Brisbane, Queensland. She tells us about how her initial Craft Nest Project was the starting point for future collaborations and the eventual creation of The Nest Community. The Nest Community is a Brisbane charity that connects women purposefully through craft. The organisation has just undergone expansion and moved from a beautiful old house in Everton Part to a larger commercial space in Brendale. Reselling fabric and notions th...
Alethia
February 26, 2024 19:00 - 17 minutes - 13.5 MBAlethia of Sew Much Talent has created a community of sewists that share their sewing and design skills through their joy of being a community. "Sew, Create, Inspire, Teach" Have you seen their facebook group yet? Sew Much Talent has continued since the periscope days and with Alethia's various moderators, sewing challenges and stash busting are among the various activities this group thrives on. Alethia talks about how she loves to keep the group humming along and from this group of 1...
Julie Eilber vintage
February 19, 2024 19:00 - 14 minutes - 11.6 MBIn today's podcast Julie Eilber talks about sewing vintage styles and gives us some tips to sew fabric on the bias In last week's episode you would have loved listening to Julie's knowledge of Claire McCardell and all the influences Claire had on American fashion in the early 1900s. Julie is a fashion historian who re-creates 20th century designer looks. Julie is very fascinating and has sewn since she was 8 years old. I first followed Julie on her blog Jet Set Sewing. You can read some...
Julie Eilber
February 12, 2024 19:00 - 18 minutes - 15.3 MBJulie Eilber talks about Claire McCardell and all the influences Claire had on American fashion in the early 1900s. Julie is a fashion historian who re-creates 20th century designer looks. Julie is very fascinating and has sewn since she was 8 years old. I first followed Julie on her blog Jet Set Sewing. You can read some of Julie's background on her blog. You can keep up to date with Julie through her Instagram account. She also discusses her book about Claire McCardell. If you are a...
Seated dressforms
February 05, 2024 19:00 - 20 minutes - 29.1 MBYvonne shares her story of finding a seated dressform. She was also an amazing guest editor for SewOver50 recently too. Yvonne's guest post has been liked by over 1,300 accounts on the SewOver50 Instagram account. There were over 120 really insightful comments as well. Please consider using #SewnShownSeated on your social media posts to provide valuable visibility for people who make clothes for seated positions. Mimiquins is the seated dressform Yvonne has bought. If you are able, co...
The Wheelie Stitcher
January 22, 2024 19:00 - 20 minutes - 27.6 MBYvonne is an enthusiastic sewist and she's really keen to find makes that use #SewnShownSeated. There are many people who also need to wear clothes that fit them well when they're seated so the need to sewn makes where you model them is a seated position is actually bigger than anyone realises. In the next podcast, Yvonne is back to discuss some groundbreaking work she has been a part of. I hope you enjoy Yvonne's sewing enthusiasm and help out by posting seated photos for your future ...
A Sewing Life
January 08, 2024 19:00 - 10 minutes - 14.9 MBLisa Walters is the owner and creator of A Sewing Life Sewing kits and sewing patterns for stuffed animals (asewinglife.com) Her sewing journey started at the tender age of 8 years old when she sewed soft toys and sew each toys clothes. You could say those early days are what we’re able to now enjoy through the toy patterns Lisa creates. On today’s episode you’ll hear how her daughter Grace adds the story for each of the toy patterns and kits both Lisa and Grace create. Lisa’s sewing l...
Jenny Rushmore
November 27, 2023 19:00 - 19 minutes - 26.9 MBJenny Rushmore is Cashmerette patterns. She's a supporter of the SewOver50 community on Instagram. Representation is definitely very important to Cashmerette patterns and as Jenny says, 'while we can always improve, I'm pleased that we are doing a fairly decent job.' Earlier this year Jenny helped SewOver50 with their very first visibility research project. In this podcast we hear how Jenny saw the need to develop sewing patterns that she wanted to wear and that catered for women needin...
Kathryn's sewing research
November 13, 2023 19:00 - 15 minutes - 22 MBKathryn Hoang approached a few of us on Instagram to help her engineer a cutting tool to make the sewing process easier. Did you comment on the 2 SewOver50 posts recently? Those 2 posts that many of you commented on, were designed to add a practical element to Kathryn's engineering project. Kathryn's project scope was to design a product that aids in cutting fabric so that seniors may engage in their sewing hobby conveniently and with less strain compared to current tools on the market. ...
Vintage Jo
November 06, 2023 19:00 - 22 minutes - 31.2 MBToday we hear how sewing vintage clothes takes time and is great to do no matter what your body shape is or what your age is. Sewing and wearing vintage clothes is not age defined. Make sure you go to Jo's Instagram account to marvel at the well constructed vintage clothes she keeps sewing and loves to wear. Just try it. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouT...
Vintage Jo Extra
October 30, 2023 19:00 - 9 minutes - 13.7 MBJoanna found her style when she turned 50. Did you have the same experience when you turned 50? On the podcast, Jo talks about how her natural grey hair and vintage style preference makes her work as an 'extra' a fun part of her lifestyle. Jo started working as an 'extra' at a time when she needed to closely care for her son. Being an 'extra' can be confronting. Especially when you're on a production set getting your hair and makeup done in the era of your parents. Have you had the ex...
Christina Pikas
October 23, 2023 19:00 - 21 minutes - 29.3 MBChristina not only sews her own activewear, she road tests them and will share those reviews on her Instagram account and on her YouTube account. Here's how she reviews her work, "I started the day in a Rad CYOA slim and sweats (with an LBB and hellebore) and then changed for running into Sparks, Endurance, secret tank, pacific pullover. It started as 52F and overcast and poured rain when I was 3/4mi from home. Damp. The only thing you can see is the pullover so you'll just have to take my...
Jody Halliday
October 16, 2023 19:00 - 14 minutes - 20.5 MBJody Halliday upcycles because there's really no need to create new clothes from fresh fabric. The British Fashion Council tells us there are enough garments already on planet Earth to clothe the next six generations of humanity. As Jody says, 'I invite you to join me in using upcycled, existing materials as you continue your sewing journey.' If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded o...
Primrose Dawn Designs
September 25, 2023 20:00 - 10 minutes - 7.58 MBCassie of Primrose Dawn Designs recently developed a sewing pattern to create a breast form using her pattern developed for her sister-in-law called the Val breastform Cassie had previously worked with Tina Bricolagedk (@bricolagedk) • Instagram photos and videos who we know is an advocate for sewing patterns that meet the needs of people living with the affects of cancer treatments. You'll find previous breast cancer series podcasts on the podcast website at Breast cancer series – Sew...
Arounna Khounnoraj
September 18, 2023 20:00 - 16 minutes - 12.4 MBArounna Khounnoraj is running her 'Dye, Stitch and Sew' workshop at the Making Zen Online Retreat. You'll be using materials you can find in your home. No need to purchase new supplies when you attend Arounna's dye workshop. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Making Zen Online Retreat 2023 is a five day...
Bianca Springer
September 11, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 14.5 MBBianca Springer used the 2 times in her life when she was in recovery to develop embroidery designs to reflect her culture for all to share. Her story and stories are reflected in her book and you'll learn from her at the next Making Zen Online Retreat. Good Hair Day! is her workshop. You'll be adding 3D hair details and textures to your favorite people centred fabric. Finished projects can be integrated into hooped art, on bags, as jewelry, garments and fun accessories. www.biancaspring...
Deborah Fisher
September 05, 2023 02:00 - 8 minutes - 7.56 MBIt's all about textiles and ceramics for Deborah and I know you'll find her workshop at the next Making Zen Online Retreat worth watching again and again. Making Zen Online Retreat 2023 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 25 to 29 September 2023. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uplo...
Melissa Galbraith
August 28, 2023 20:00 - 13 minutes - 10.7 MBMelissa Galbraith of MCreativeJ talks about how she went back to embroidery and as at last year, this is now her full time job. You'll hear how Melissa decided to make this shift in her life and career. Melissa tells us how she values the use of therapy to manage the adjustment from being an employee to being a small business owner. At the Making Zen Online Retreat on 25 to 29 September, Melissa's workshop is called 'Upcycle Your Clothing with Embroidered Flower Pockets.' Melissa is one ...
Kate Ward of Zen Stitching
August 21, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.2 MBWho’s on the podcast for the upcoming Making Zen Online Retreat on 25 to 29 September 2023? Kate Ward – founder of Making Zen Online Retreat and owner of Zen Stitching. Arounna Khounnoraj, Deborah Fisher, Bianca Springer and Melissa Galbraith You’ll hear from each textile artist in the lead up to the next Making Zen Online Retreat.
Alma
August 17, 2023 20:00 - 26 minutes - 18.3 MBThe Big SewOff is back again. Join Sew Over It and the sewing community on Monday 4th September 2023 for a 24-hour sewathon to raise money for charity! Alma from the Sew Over It team discusses all of this year's sewathon hubs, charities and local events. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 inter...
Janene The Big SewOff
August 14, 2023 20:00 - 12 minutes - 10.2 MBJanene - ooobop on Instagram - will be participating from her home sewing studio for this year's Big SewOff Last year Janene was in awe of the sewing efforts by the Sew Over It team during their 24 hour sewing marathon to raise funds for Mind Charity. This year Janene is road testing her patterns to see how many well-made garments she can sew for charity in a 24 hour period. What are you doing to support this sewing charity event? If you are able, consider supporting this podcast thr...
CathySewsStuff
July 31, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 13.4 MBCathy of CathySewsStuff on Instagram gives us an insight into her sewing and local stitchers club SouthSea Sewn. Recently Cathy culled her clothes (donated to a clothes swap) and is curating styles to make sure they meet her needs and allows her to sew to her heart's content. She discusses the influence SewOver50 followers have on her clothing/pattern decision making. SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each...
Stephanie Merrill
July 24, 2023 20:00 - 21 minutes - 16.3 MBWhen you learn a new sewing technique, do you share it? Stephanie does. As she learns new techniques or figures out what that 'darn' tool is, she'll show you on her Instagram account. You'll have to listen to Stephanie to find out what the Institute of Nerd Studies refers to. Then you'll learn how The Stitchuation Room came about. Stephanie was recommended as a podcast guest by our previous podcast guests, Nancy of @Iusedtobeacurtain. What is your holy grail of sewing? Is it a patter...
Pattern matching
July 17, 2023 20:00 - 21 minutes - 15.8 MBLouise @demuredesigns provides the full details of pattern matching so make sure you save both episodes in your podcast app. Louise recently provided a reel for @SewOver50 followers on Instagram about pattern matching. Enjoy your sewing and try a simple design to pattern match that loved print in your fabric stash this weekend. This is the episode you should go back to when you're making that next project with print placement conundrums. SewOver50 intersects with all communities. Sew...
About Louise
July 10, 2023 20:00 - 17 minutes - 12.3 MBDid you see Louise @DemureDesigns pattern matching basics reel on @SewOver50 on Instagram? In this episode you'll hear how Louise has been learning couture sewing techniques for many years. Not an easy task when she lives in Perth, Western Australia. Try a simple design to pattern match that very loved print in your fabric stash this weekend. Next week's episode Louise provides the full details of pattern matching so make sure you listen and save both episodes in your podcast app. T...
One Wild Pixie
July 03, 2023 20:00 - 23 minutes - 17.1 MBPam is OneWildPixie on Instagram. In her own story, you'll hear about her one screen and off screen persona. She sews the clothes that suit her lifestyle. SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Use #SewOver50July for July so we can find you faster this month. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make ...
More about blankets
June 26, 2023 20:00 - 21 minutes - 17.3 MBMake sure you listen to Sheila's first podcast about blankets made in Australia from last week. Sheilasewsherclothes on Instagram In this episode, Sheila shares the international research on blankets she's keenly interested in through the SewOver50 network. That's view emails and messages to a few key people in the SewOver50 community that Sheila has been following as part of the SewOver50 community. Then Sheila shares some of the tips she has used making her two jackets and one dress fr...
Blanket coat
June 19, 2023 20:00 - 18 minutes - 14.8 MBSheila of Sheilasewsherclothes takes us through her blanket coat research over 2 episodes. National Wool Museum was a source of her research. Katie Makes a dress used blankets as coat fabric. Mending Mayhem followers and Morrissews are great people to follow to learn various mending techniques. Listen to Sheila's report about the information Alf Newby of Albany Mills in Western Australia wrote about the dyeing he did of the woolen yarns. He started working in the mill at the age of 14 a...
SewOver50June
June 13, 2023 20:00 - 2 minutes - 2.9 MBInstagram has now removed the “recent” # search. Perhaps you have noticed that the tags are no longer in chronological order. Our strength has been getting to know our community through checking the tag daily. Without being able to see your most recent sewing under #SewOver50 it is quite infuriating. @Instagram is not receptive to the outcry so we are instigating a NEW plan to find you. 🙌🙌🙌 For June, use #SewOver50June. 💥 We’ll find you fast and can like and comment on your posts ...
Cris Wood more
June 12, 2023 20:00 - 19 minutes - 13.7 MBCris focusses on different body types, different ages and different skill levels in her tester group. She also provides insight into her patterns. They will challenge you but Cris will always help you. SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your...