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Gemma Daly (@thedalythread) hosts The Sewing Social Podcast - join her as she chats with passionate makers who sew their own clothes, small business owners and enthusiastic members of the sewing community. This podcast discusses topics such as eco friendly fabrics, embracing slow fashion, the enjoyment of sewing, and the importance of a supportive community.
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- 5 days ago33 min
Sustainable Sewing and Fabric Destashing with Caroline Bacle of Destasher
Send us Fan Mail What happens when a passion for sewing grows into a platform designed to help sewists make more sustainable choices? In this episode of The Sewing Social, Caroline Bacle joins us to talk about her journey from Montreal to London, her love of sewing and dressmaking, and the story behind Destasher - a platform created to help sewists give unwanted fabrics, sewing patterns, haberdashery and other sewing supplies a second life. Caroline shares how her own experiences as a sewist ...
- 1 weeks ago43 min
From Civil Service to Sewing: Lydia Finney on Fabric Printing and the Art of Making
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sewing Social, Lydia Finney (known online as "Lovely Lydia") talks about her journey into fabric printing, dressmaking and making clothes, exploring the technical skills and creative processes behind her work. We chat about combining traditional sewing and textile techniques with modern creativity, developing confidence as a maker, and why craft should be accessible and inclusive to everyone - whatever your experience or skill level. From fabric design ...
- 2 weeks ago35 min
From Tailoring to TV: David Olaniyi on Dress The Nation
Send us Fan Mail David Olaniyi joins The Sewing Social Podcast to share the story behind his journey from dance to fashion and tailoring, and how his creative background has shaped the way he designs today. David talks openly about his experience on Dress the Nation with Marks & Spencer, the challenges of putting his tailoring skills to the test, and what it takes to build a career in the fashion industry. Known for blending streetwear with traditional tailoring, David also takes us behin...
- Jul 29, 202642 min
Designing Sewing Patterns for Men & Boys with Jane Harbison - Creativity, Dressmaking & Handmade Style
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Jane Harbison, founder of Jane Harbison Design, to explore her inspiring journey into the world of dressmaking, sewing pattern design and creative entrepreneurship. Jane shares how she followed her passion for sewing, identified a gap in the market for men's and boys' sewing patterns, and built a business around helping more people enjoy making their own clothes. We chat about the importance of the creative process, wh...
- Jul 22, 202642 min
Mastering Pattern Cutting: Helen Shine of Dot n Cross on Dressmaking, Fit and High End Fashion
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to create beautifully fitting garments? In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Helen Shine, an expert pattern cutter whose impressive career has seen her work with renowned fashion brands including Vivienne Westwood, Karen Millen and many more. Helen shares her journey from the world of high-end fashion to running her own pattern cutting workshops, sewing retreats and dressmaking courses in Cornwall. We explore the art of pattern cutting, ...
- Jul 15, 202619 min
From Family Fabric Shop to Online Sewing Success with Kayleigh from 1st For Fabrics
Send us Fan Mail What does it take to grow a family fabric business that has stood the test of time? In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Kayleigh from 1st For Fabrics to chat about her family's remarkable 26-year journey in the fabric industry. From running a traditional fabric shop to embracing the world of online retail, Kayleigh shares how the business has evolved while staying true to its passion for quality fabrics and exceptional customer service. We also discuss t...
- Jul 8, 202648 min
Sewing Confidence, Body Positivity and Better Fit with Sarah Laws of MHW Patterns
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Sarah Laws, founder of My Handmade Wardrobe Patterns, pattern designer, sewing educator and passionate advocate for helping people create clothes they truly love to wear. Sarah takes us back to where it all began, sharing how learning to sew as a child sparked a lifelong passion for dressmaking and ultimately led her to design sewing patterns that empower makers of all abilities. We chat about the journey from hobby to...
- Jul 1, 202634 min
Big Four Sewing Patterns Made Easy: Amy Scarr (Almond Rock Sews) on Pattern Hacking, Fit and Building a Handmade Wardrobe
Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Amy Scarr (also known as Almond Rock Sews on Instagram) shares her inspiring journey into garment sewing, from discovering a love of making her own clothes to becoming a passionate advocate for "Big Four" sewing patterns and creative dressmaking. Amy explains why she champions brands like Simplicity, McCall's, and Butterick, she busts some of the common myths around using commercial sewing patterns, and shares practical tips to help sewists build confidence a...
About The Sewing Social
Gemma Daly (@thedalythread) hosts The Sewing Social Podcast - join her as she chats with passionate makers who sew their own clothes, small business owners and enthusiastic members of the sewing community. This podcast discusses topics such as eco friendly fabrics, embracing slow fashion, the enjoyment of sewing, and the importance of a supportive community.
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