Best Zoe Edwards Podcasts (2024)

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3 big announcements 7:23

2h ago7:23

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Firstly, the Top 20 Countdown starts in August. Have you wondered what the top 20 episodes are after publishing over 440 episodes over 5 years on Sew Organised Style podcast? Grab a cuppa and relax while you hear a retrospective intro to all the people who continue to contribute to the sewing community. Next up. You'll be seeing short tutorials for…

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#145: 5 Simple Tactics to Save on Sewing

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Sometimes sticking to a tight budget can feel really complicated, as well as frustrating. But if you’re looking to spend less on your sewing, then I have five super simple tactics for you that require very little effort to implement. AND, what is even more awesome is that each one will automatically help you reduce the environmental impact on your …

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 Paris Olympics (Part 2) 56:14

3h ago56:14

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By Zoe & Kitley

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Everything You Need to Know About the 2024 Paris Olympics (Part 1) 1:00:58

2h ago1:00:58

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Today on A Fast Break, Zoe and Kitley are sharing everything you need to know about the 2024 Paris Olympics. From the United States’ chances of winning men’s and women’s gold in the 100 meter dash to Simone Biles’ comeback, there’s so much to look forward to at this year’s Olympic Games. Stay tuned for Part 2 of their discussion that will be releas…

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Maxine Dunn 23:03

30m ago23:03

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Have you been sewing since you've stopped work full time or are you still finding your way? Maxine Dunn is Dunncorner on Instagram and she's a SewOver50 follower. Maxine tells her story and shares how she's using this time to increase her skills in sewing and not just for herself. Living close to Papercut Patterns, she's had a first hand view of wh…

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#144: London Destash Fabric Swap 2024

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Attending a fabric swap can be the most fun ever! It’s one of the most ethical ways to offload your unwanted fabric, plus it will also give you access to new-to-you fabric that you’re excited to sew with. AND you’ll get to meet other passionate sewers. In this episode you’ll be coming along with me and friend-of-the-podcast Catherine Weight as we a…

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Julie Hastings 27:22

5d ago27:22

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Julie 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 i…

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#143: No Small Business on a Dead Planet

5d ago

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It seems like every day, another small craft business announces that it’s closing down. In this solo episode I’m looking at the causes. What can we do to both support small businesses AND buy less new stuff for the sake of our planet? Support the podcast over on Patreon! Image source: Tim Mossholder via Unsplash Find out more about the Last Sewist …

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Euros 2024, Bronny James, Olympic Trials & Caitlin Clark vs. Angel Reese 59:31

10d ago59:31

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Today on A Fast Break, Zoe and Kitley discuss the 2024 Euros, the US Men's National Team's terrible performance in COPA America, Bronny James being drafted by the Lakers, who should win the WNBA Rookie of the Year, and so much more!By Zoe & Kitley

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Karen Lennox 21:21

12d ago21:21

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Karen 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 s…

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#142: Values Based Spending and Making with Shams el-Din Rogers

12d ago

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Do you practice values-based spending? You probably do, but possibly never thought of it in such terms. In this episode, regular guest Shams el-Din Rogers and I discuss how to align your spending and your making with what’s really important to you. Plus, Shams and I share what we think, or rather hope, our wardrobes broadcast about ourselves! Suppo…

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Your suggestions 2:11

19d ago2:11

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You'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 dire…

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#141: Resourcefulness, Resilience and Wealth with Laura Oldanie

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Have you heard of the multiple forms of capital? It’s the theory that there are numerous ways in which we can be wealthy, beyond our finances. This week’s guest, Laura Oldanie, is a green living and money coach who talks to me about the concepts and the practicalities related to living a rich and resilient life. As makers, we are used to flexing ou…

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Celtics Win, Caitlin Clark Discourse, Euros 2024 + Olympic GOAT Rowdy Gaines 1:06:21

1M ago1:06:21

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Today on A Fast Break, Zoe and Kitley discuss the Boston Celtics winning the 2024 NBA Finals, Caitlin Clark not making Team USA, the recent Chicago Sky vs. Indiana Fever game, Euros 2024, Olympic Trials (and why Rowdy Gaines is the best announcer), and SO much more!By Zoe & Kitley

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Birgitta Helmesson 35:00

1M ago35:00

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This 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 conv…

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#140: Sew Organised Style Podcast – The Nest Community

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This week you will hear an episode of the Sew Organised Style podcast about a social enterprise based in Australia called The Nest Community. The Nest is an incredible charity that empowers women by fostering healing and connection. And they do this important work by keeping existing crafting materials in use and by sharing craft skills and knowled…

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#139: Behind the Scenes of Podcast Making with Maria Theoharous

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This is the second part of my conversation with Maria Theoharous in advance of our feed swap next week. In this part we find out just how organised IS the maker of the Sew Organised Style podcast?! Plus we share which of our previous guests have surprised us and how… Support the podcast over on Patreon! This is the second instalment of a two-part c…

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BTS podcasting life with Zoe Edwards 25:11

1M ago25:11

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A 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 …

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Feedswapping with Zoe Edwards 34:29

1M ago34:29

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Zoe 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 …

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#138: Making Sewing Podcasts with Maria Theoharous

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Have you ever wondered what it might be like to make a sewing podcast? Maybe not, but I’ve recorded a conversation with fellow sewing podcaster, Maria Theoharous from Sew Organised Style, that will give you some insights anyway! Maria and I came up with lots of fun and illuminating questions to pose to one another. We talked for so long that we're …

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Caitlin Clark Controversy, NBA Finals, French Open & Darren Waller’s Music Career 1:27:07

2M ago1:27:07

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On this week’s episode of A Fast Break, Zoe and Kitley are discussing all the controversy surrounding Caitlin Clark, Luka Doncic and the NBA finals, tennis GOATs, Darren Waller’s attempt at a music career, and SO much more!By Zoe & Kitley

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Dell 17:18

2M ago17:18

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Dell 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 fabri…

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#137: 5 Ways to Update Unworn Me-Mades

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Whether it’s because you just participated in Me-Made-May, or you’ve recently had a wardrobe sort out, what do you do with the items you find yourself no longer wearing? In this week’s solo episode, I advise you on how to diagnose why you’re not wearing them. I then suggest five different ways you can update those garments so that you’re excited to…

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Mitch Bridgewater 33:06

2M ago33:06

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Mitch 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 fo…

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#136: Activism in Real Life with Beedy Parker

2M ago

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Does the climate and ecological crisis just feel too massive to deal with sometimes? When it all feels so overwhelming, it can be tempting to tap out completely and disengage. That’s totally understandable. However, my guest today, Beedy Parker, shows us that it is entirely possible to participate in climate related activism and action, whilst cont…

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Caitlin Clark, Anthony Edwards, Harrison Butker + a Chain Gang Debate 1:12:32

2M ago1:12:32

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On this week’s very FIRST episode of A Fast Break, Zoe and Kitley are discussing their current sports Mt. Rushmore, the NBA Conference Finals match-ups, why Anthony Edwards is the closest thing we have to Michael Jordan, Caitlin Clark’s WNBA debut, Harrison Butker’s controversial speech, and SO much more. Plus, is it time for the NFL to eliminate t…

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Betz White 13:54

2M ago13:54

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Make 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 v…

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#135: How to Triage your Mends with Jeanna Wigger

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Have you ever found yourself unsure of how to proceed with fixing a damaged garment? The two most common stumbling blocks are knowing what mending technique to use, and knowing what materials are the best choice to create a long lasting repair. Today mending expert Jeanna Wigger and I guide you on how to triage your mending pile and answer those tr…

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Trixi Symonds 14:37

2M ago14:37

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Make 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, co…

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#134: You Can Mend Clothes

2M ago

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Are you interested in mending your clothes but you’re just not sure where to begin? For this episode, we’re taking a different approach to the topic of mending in that this episode is for complete beginners, no prior knowledge of sewing is needed or assumed AT ALL. But for the regular listeners who already engage in sewing and mending, this episode…

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Youngmin Lee 14:26

2M ago14:26

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Make 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 State…

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#133: Mending in Public

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Mending your clothes to keep them in use for longer is a vital part of sewing and living more sustainably. But how can we amplify the positive impact of mending our clothes? Answer: By mending them in public! By mending in public, not only are you reducing the annual carbon and water footprint of your clothing, but you’re helping to normalise these…

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Seated Makes Challenge 19:23

3M ago19:23

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During 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 perf…

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Kate Ward launches May 2024 Making Zen Online Retreat 22:59

3M ago22:59

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Make 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 Creati…

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#132: A season of mending with Jeanna Wigger

3M ago

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Dedicating an entire season to acts of mending is a bold move. As you may know, the most recent round of the Winter of Care and Repair challenge just wrapped up. In this episode the challenge’s creator, Jeanna Wigger, and I catch up to review the experience, both as individual participants and as members of this vibrant and inspiring global communi…

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Sewmelwyk 15:47

3M ago15:47

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Melanie 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 would…

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#131: Self-Drafting for Fitting Success with Elisalex Jewell

3M ago

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Do you want to create well fitting clothes, but you’re put off by having to make lots of changes to your pattern plus multiple toiles to test the fit? My guest, Elisalex Jewell, is an anythor and one of the founders of sewing pattern brand By Hand London. Elisalex tells us why self drafting using your own body measurements might be for you. Support…

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HesSewMatthew 19:32

3M ago19:32

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Matthew 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 hi…

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#130: Zoe & Kim go to The Stitch Festival

3M ago

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How can you attend a large sewing event more sustainably? Is it possible to avoid getting overwhelmed, to avoid regrettable impulse purchases and to actually enjoy yourself? I take my pal and previous-guest Kim Witten to her first major sewing event, The Stitch Festival in London. We gather advice on how to make the most of these events whilst gett…

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Lisa sew_what73 20:37

3M ago20:37

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Today'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 …

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Volunteer stories 31:27

4M ago31:27

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Kay, 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 con…

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Damselfly.ca 22:19

4M ago22:19

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Louisa 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 …

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#129: How to Sew Clothes From Fabric Scraps

4M ago

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Would you like to have new types of creative fun whilst saving money AND reducing your environmental impact? Sewing clothes from fabric scraps gives you all these things, AND the results are always completely unique. Today I’m sharing everything I’ve learnt over the years about sewing clothes from scraps. And although there’s never a right way or w…

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SarahCSewing on Instagram 20:09

4M ago20:09

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Sarah 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. I…

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#128: Scrap Strategies, Part 2

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Have you got your fabric scrap strategy sorted yet? This is the second part of the Scrap Strategies episodes and we’ll be discovering more systems, solutions and uses from the Check Your Thread listeners. Then we summarise all we’ve learnt to help YOU choose what’s best for you! Support the podcast over on Patreon! Image source: Ksenia Chernaya via…

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Mimiquins 26:32

4M ago26:32

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In 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. …

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#127: Scrap Strategies, Part 1

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If you’re a garment sewer, I’m sure you’re more than aware of how quickly fabric scraps and leftovers can start to pile up. Your fabric scraps contain so much creative potential, but you need some strategies in place so they don’t overwhelm you. In this episode, we hear from CYT listeners who share what scraps they keep, how they store them, and wh…

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The Nest Community 20:24

4M ago20:24

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Roz 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 unde…

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#126: Sew the Precious with Stephanie Canada

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Are there fabrics in your stash that you’re just too scared to cut into? I talk with Stephanie Canada, vintage sewing pattern and fabric seller, about when and why it's ok to use the precious fabric. Plus she shares her sourcing secrets, and tells us when it’s important to chuck vintage sewing resources in the bin… Support the podcast over on Patre…

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Alethia 17:34

5M ago17:34

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Alethia 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 am…

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