Love to Sew Podcast
Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs
Helen Wilkinson and Caroline Somos host Love to Sew, a fun weekly podcast about making clothes, sewing community, and small business. They talk about their passion for sewing a handmade wardrobe and their daily lives as creative entrepreneurs. Listen to interviews with indie business owners and inspiring sewists who totally understand your obsession with sewing.
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Apr 3, 2018 • 1h 6min
Episode 35: Sustainability and Sewing
This week we are exploring the topic of sustainability as it relates to our sewing practice. We open up about where we are at in our sustainability journey, and how we plan to be kinder to the earth. We also offer tips on what you can do as a sewist to lessen your environmental and social impact on the planet.
Mar 27, 2018 • 1h 4min
Episode 34: Intentional Making with Aidan Owen
Aidan Owen joins us to chat about connecting with our deeper selves through the act of making. Aidan is an amazing knitter and an enthusiastic beginner sewist with lots of great insight to share. We talk about sustainability, slow making, and just how awe-inspiring it is to create.
Mar 20, 2018 • 1h 3min
Episode 33: Creativity and Connection with Erin Dollar
Erin Dollar is on the podcast to talk about Cotton & Flax, her collection of handmade textile home goods. We chat about her unique aesthetic, her creative process, and her line of fabrics with Robert Kaufman. Erin prioritizes sustainability in her creative business and this year she is striving to connect with the creative community in a deeper way.
Mar 13, 2018 • 1h 1min
Episode 32: Beginner Sewing
This episode is all about getting started with sewing! We recommend patterns, classes, and books for newbies, and explain lots of sewing techniques and fabric jargon. Find out what tools you need to get going and how to keep moving forward with your new sewing hobby!
Mar 6, 2018 • 1h 10min
Episode 31: Find Your Calling with Mimi G
Mimi G inspires us with stories from her journey to becoming a sewing celebrity. We chat about her pattern line with Simplicity, the Sew It Academy, her workshops, and more. Mimi G is passionate about sharing her knowledge with the world and encouraging the next generation to sew.
Feb 27, 2018 • 1h 9min
Episode 30: Our Very Special Favourites
We are sharing our favourite things with you! Hear about our favourite sewing tools, patterns, sewists in the community, and more. You'll learn a little bit more about us in this very special episode and maybe discover something new!
Feb 20, 2018 • 1h 18min
Episode 29: Craft Real Magic with Rochelle New
Rochelle New is on the show to chat all about her sewing journey, pivoting in life and business, and her dog, Lucille! Rochelle is an amazing maker who designs all the prints and textiles for the items for sale in her online shop, Home Row Fiber Co. She loves sewing and knitting and creates truly unique items for crafters.
Feb 13, 2018 • 1h 9min
Episode 28: Sewing Activewear with Johanna Lu
Johanna Lu is on the podcast to talk about her new book, Sewing Activewear! She shares tips and resources for sewists interested in sewing their own workout gear. We also chat about Johanna's blog and Youtube channel, and her passion for sharing her sewing knowledge with the community.
Feb 6, 2018 • 58min
Episode 27: Fabrics 101
Today's episode is all about fabric! We're covering all the basics such as construction, content, weight, drape, and stretch. We also offer tips for successful fabric shopping online and in person.
Jan 30, 2018 • 1h 15min
Episode 26: Workroom Social with Jennifer Wiese
This week we are chatting with Jennifer Wiese, owner of Workroom Social in Brooklyn, New York. Jennifer joins us to chat about running sewing classes and retreats, creating a custom line of fashion fabrics, and finding your personal style. We also touch on the struggles of running a small business and how we are all going at our own pace.
