Podcast Episodes

Adaptive Sewing, with Lynn Brannelly | Episode 94

Lynn Brannelly, owner of Sewn Adaptive, talks about how she alters and makes garments that fit and function for those with disabilities.

Published on 10 hours ago

Sewing Advice to Live By, with Kenneth D. King | Episode 93

Threads Contributing Editor Kenneth D. King outlines his approach to ensuring the best results when he sews. Through years of practice, experimentation, and research, he's developed methods that are,…

Published on 1 month ago

The Joy of a Hand-Sewn Wardrobe, with Louisa Owen Sonstroem | Episode 92

The author of a book about creating a hand-sewn wardrobe shares how she got hooked on patternmaking and hand stitching, plus explains what her guide has to offer.

Published on 2 months ago

Sewing School, with Ryliss Bod | Episode 91

The founder of the Sewing and Design School in Tacoma, Washington, talks about how she caught the teaching bug and how she shares her love of sewing with a diverse group of students from around the c…

Published on 3 months ago

An Historic Clothing Collection, with Kiki Smith | Episode 90

Learn from Kiki Smith, director of the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection, about what's in the collection and how it has attracted attention.

Published on 4 months ago

Diving into a Design Challenge, with Debby Spence and Michelle Loggins | Episode 89

Sewing garments for design competitions calls for imagination, problem-solving, time management, and enthusiasm for turning obstacles into learning opportunities. Two winning designers share their st…

Published on 5 months ago

Sewing Quilted Jackets, with Rae Cumbie and Carrie Emerson | Episode 88

As the quilted garment trend grows, the founders of Fit for Art Patterns talk about sewing quilted jackets, the topic of their latest book.

Published on 6 months ago

Creating Fitted Bodices, with Gretchen Hirsch | Episode 87

Pattern designer, sewing teacher, and author Gretchen Hirsch talks about sewing fitted bodices, working with boning, and what's in her latest book.

Published on 7 months ago

Dressmaking as an Art Form, with Helen Haughey | Episode 86

Published on 8 months ago

Sewing Celeb Sandra Betzina Dishes with Kenneth D. King | Episode 84

Sewing celebrities and friends Sandra Betzina and Kenneth D. King dish about Sandra's full life, as she settles into retirement.

Published on 10 months ago