Sew & Tell

Latest Episodes:

Sew & Tell Classic: When Sewing Sparks Fly (Episode 5) Mar 25, 2021

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We’re resurfacing our favorite past episodes in between releases to highlight topics you might have missed! Do you have a pattern you sew again and again? We do! Learn about Meg, Amanda and Kate’s tried-and-true patterns and maybe discover something to add to your repertoire. Plus, play along with our Sewing Controversy and Trend Lightning Round. This episode originally aired 1/10/2019.

Episode Summary

Welcome
Discussion Segment: Tried and True Patterns
Game Segment: Sewing controversy and trend lightning round
SewJo: What’s giving us our sewing mojo this week
Sew & Tell

Sew & Tell Question

Answers to last episode’s question: What are your sewing resolutions?;

This episode’s question: What are your tried-and-true patterns?

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Runway Rundown: Spring 2021 Trends — Episode 58 Mar 11, 2021

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Today on the podcast we’re gearing up for the new season and talking about the upcoming trends, then we will discuss what we are planning on sewing for the warmer weather. After that, we’ll each share inspiration in our Sewjo segment and share reader comments in the Sew & Tell segment.

Episode Summary:

Welcome
Discussion Segment: Spring & Summer Trends
Discussion Segment: Warm Weather Sewing Plans — The Highlights
SewJo
Sew & Tell

Sew & Tell Question:

This episode’s question: What are your seasonal sewing plans? Are you following any of the trends?

Last episode’s question: What fit issues have you conquered? Or what are you still struggling with?

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Sew & Tell Classic: Sewing Body Positive (Episode 19) Feb 25, 2021

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We’re resurfacing our favorite past episodes in between releases to highlight topics you might have missed! Our conversation from 2019 about embracing the unique shape of our own bodies feels as relevant as ever. Has sewing changed your relationship with your body? Join the hosts for a discussion on how sewing has impacted how they feel about their body, then listen to an inspired interview with My Body Model app founder Erica Schmitz about the power of seeing your body represented. Amanda, Kate and Meg delve into how sewing for yourself allows you to learn about and embrace your own unique shape and sew body positive. This episode originally aired 8/7/2019.

Episode Summary:

Welcome
Discussion Segment: Body Positivity
Interview: Erica Schmitz of mybodymodel.com
SewJo: What’s giving us our sewing mojo this week
Sew & Tell

Sew & Tell:

Last Episode's Question: Have you or do you plan to sew your own swimwear?

This Episode's Question: How has sewing helped you embrace your body?

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Squee! Another Sew & Tell Live Event: Let's Get Sew-stainable! Feb 18, 2021

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Join Kate, Amanda and Meg for a Sew & Tell Live: Let’s Get Sew-stainable! Tune in on February 18, 3:30 PM MST via Zoom!

We’re discussing creative ways to use your scraps, how to commit to sewing from your stash and unique upcycling ideas — we’ll be coming to you live from the hosts’ sewcially-distanced studios! Plus, grab a free pattern (available on the show notes page) to sew your own undies — with us! — from knit scraps.

To register for Sew & Tell Live: Let’s Get Sew-stainable, CLICK HERE, or visit the link to our show notes and click the "Register Here" link. Then download the pattern and prep your pattern pieces, or plan to simply join for the conversation and some afternoon sewing togetherness.

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Curvy Sewing with Cashmerette — Episode 57 Feb 11, 2021

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Today on the podcast, we have a very special guest: Jenny Rushmore of Cashmerette Patterns. Jenny joins us for a discussion on the curvy sewing community and all things Cashmerette, as well as some recent and exciting changes. After that, we’ll each share inspiration in our Sewjo segment, and have a fun chat with Hope Yoder to hear all about the new Embellish License to Create box.

This episode was sponsored by RNK Distributing. Thank you to RNK and their License to Create program from Embellish.

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Sew & Tell Classic: The Sewing Slump (Episode 8) Jan 28, 2021

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We’re resurfacing our favorite past episodes in between releases to highlight topics you might have missed! Our conversation from two years ago about overcoming the slump when inspiration is scarce rings as true now. We talk inspiration every week, but what happens when you just can’t find any? Our hosts will discuss “sewist’s block” and how to deal with it. This episode originally aired 2/21/2019.

Episode Summary

Welcome
Discussion Segment: The Experience of Sewist’s Block
Discussion Segment: Finding Your Inspiration and Breaking the Block
SewJo: What’s giving us our sewing mojo this week

Sew & Tell

Last Episode's Question: What’s your favorite menswear pattern?

This Episode’s Question: Do you ever suffer from Sewist’s Block and how do you deal with it?

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Happy Sew Year! — Episode 56 Jan 14, 2021

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Today on the podcast, we are talking about goals and resolutions, how we did in 2020 and how we’re approaching goal setting this year. We’ll also discuss our thoughts on what sewing is going to look like in 2021, from industry to fashion trends.

Episode Summary

Welcome
Discussion Segment: Goals and Resolutions
Discussion Segment: Sewing Forecast
SewJo
Sew & Tell

Sew & Tell

This Episode's Question: What are your sewing goals for 2021?

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Treat Yourself — Episode 55 Dec 24, 2020

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Today on the podcast, we’re talking treat yourself! First, we'll discuss how our sewing practice changed through 2020 and the pandemic, then we’ll talk about ways to treat yourself through sewing.

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Sew Fancy — Episode 54 Dec 10, 2020

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Today on the podcast, we’re talking sew frosting! There’s always a good reason to make something special, in a special fabric. We’ll cover our favorite fancy patterns as well as which fancy fabrics we have sewn.

Episode Summary

Welcome
Discussion Segment: Sew Frosting Patterns
Discussion Segment: Sew Frosting Fabrics
SewJo

Sew & Tell

This episode’s question: What’s your take on sew frosting this year?

Last episode’s question: What’s your favorite free pattern?

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Join Us: Sew & Tell Live Holiday Sewcial! Nov 30, 2020

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Join us on Friday, 12/4 at 3pm MST for a Sew & Tell Live Holiday Sewcial over Zoom!

We’re talking all things holiday sewing: chat me-made holiday gifts, grab a free pattern and sew along to create an apron perfect for gifting (more info below), win free stuff, get a digital goodie bag and more!

Learn more and register: https://www.sewdaily.com/sewandtell/join-sew-tell-holiday-sewcial/

You can just hang out, or plan to participate in our very first live Sew Along! Together, we’ll be sewing up a Gingham Gourmet apron — a perfect gift that also includes instructions for an adorable matching potholder and towel set. Download the free pattern on the registration page.

Brought to you by Maywood Studio. Thank you for making this possible!

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