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#194: Replay – Fabric First with Rachel Kirby
Could you sew only with second hand fabric? No more fabric shopping, only thrifting and receiving donations. Would that feel frustrating, or would it unlock some inner creativity and resourcefulness?…
Published on 2 months, 2 weeks ago
#193: Replay – Introduction to Garment Fabrics
A garment project that fails because it’s made from unsuitable fabric is both heartbreaking and costly. But navigating the selection available in fabric shops and online can feel overwhelming, partic…
Published on 2 months, 3 weeks ago
#192: Replay – Stashes and Spaces with Shams el-Din Rogers
How does the space we create in affect the resources we collect, and vice versa? And why did the Ikea look become the default, acceptable aesthetic for spaces dedicated to sewing? Textile activist Sh…
Published on 2 months, 4 weeks ago
#191: Stitch it, Don’t Ditch it with Mary Morton & Jeanna Wigger
A new mending book is about to land in bookshops around the globe, and it’s something really special. It’s the creation of regular CYT guest and mending expert, Jeanna Wigger, and super experienced m…
Published on 3 months, 2 weeks ago
#190: Sewing and the Four Tendencies with Jeanna, Kim & Lise
How do you respond to expectations? How easy is it for you to get things done, both the things that are asked of you, and the things you want to achieve yourself? And how does that play out in your s…
Published on 3 months, 3 weeks ago
#189: Are Zoe & Lise still in Last Sewist Standing?
Last Sewist Standing, for those who may be new to this podcast, is the no-buy sewing supplies challenge created by Lise Bauer. The challenge is in its fifth year, and 2025 is my second time participa…
Published on 4 months ago
#188: Stop Wearing Black! Colour Choice with Numba Pinkerton
Have you ever made a garment that you thought you were going to love, but ended up rarely reaching for it because you’ve realised that the colours drains you, or somehow makes you feel meh? It’s so d…
Published on 4 months, 1 week ago
#187: Spicy questions in the Virtual Sewing Room
How do I resist temptation whilst working in a fabric shop? Do I feel conflicted working for a fabric company whilst also personally promoting a reduction in consumption? Just two of the fun and occa…
Published on 4 months, 2 weeks ago
#186: What sewing machine technicians actually do with Bizz McKilligan
What do sewing machine repair and servicing professionals do that you can’t do yourself at home? And what CAN you do at home to make problems with your machine less likely? And what noises coming fro…
Published on 4 months, 3 weeks ago
#185: The Best Knitwear Repair Techniques with Skye Pennant
For most of us who sew our own clothes, basic garment repairs are not often a huge challenge. However, encountering knit items that are thinning or have holes? That can feel like a whole other ball g…
Published on 5 months ago