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080: What are powernet and power mesh fabrics?
Feb 11, 2024 19 min

080: What are powernet and power mesh fabrics?

If like me you have found the terms powernet, power mesh and stretch mesh confusing then this episode for you.After finally finishing my Willowdale bra this week I thought it would be fun to talk a...

079: How to Sharpen Fabric Scissors
Feb 03, 2024 16 min

079: How to Sharpen Fabric Scissors

Fabric scissor and shears are such an important tool when it comes to sewing and dressmaking. There is a lot of tips and advice out there about how to care for and sharpen them and so I wanted to e...

078: Getting to know Maison Fauve
Jan 27, 2024 33 min

078: Getting to know Maison Fauve

FREE Pattern and chance to win Prizes with this week's guest from Maison Fauve (see link below)I was delighted to finally get chance to talk with the passionate Emilie Faurie of the French pattern ...

077: How body image can impact your dressmaking
Jan 20, 2024 42 min

077: How body image can impact your dressmaking

When we are making clothes for ourselves, the process of creating and fitting those clothes is intimately tied to our bodies. And if there is internal conflict or self-doubt associated with our bod...

076: Sewing Silky Festive Outfits
Dec 09, 2023 43 min

076: Sewing Silky Festive Outfits

It's coming up to the festive season and if you are like me, you might be thinking about sewing with silky festive fabrics. It's also a time when we might want to create outfits with particular des...

075: Pyjama Party - 5 Pyjama Patterns Tried, Tested & Reviewed
Dec 02, 2023 19 min

075: Pyjama Party - 5 Pyjama Patterns Tried, Tested & Reviewed

Hey there my lovely! 🧵✨ Welcome to this Pyjama Party episode where we're all about getting comfy in style. Mystery of the Perfect Pyjama PatternI've been on a mission to find patterns that are...

074: Sewing B: Small businesses enriching local communities
Nov 25, 2023 24 min

074: Sewing B: Small businesses enriching local communities

In this heartwarming episode I wanted to share inspiring stories from the lovely ladies at my local sewing shop which demonstrate the profound impact that sewing communities have on our well-being....

073: The Point of the Needle with Barbara Burman
Nov 18, 2023 43 min

073: The Point of the Needle with Barbara Burman

Have you ever considered the impact of your sewing stories? In this episode I'm delighted to be joined by Barbara Burman, the author of "The Point of the Needle, Why Sewing Matters." Barbara is a h...

072: Stitch love into every gift: Ideas and planner
Nov 11, 2023 18 min

072: Stitch love into every gift: Ideas and planner

Thank you so much for joining me for this episode of the Sew Mindful podcast where I delve into the delightful yet sometimes daunting world of making handmade gifts. As we approach the festive seas...

071: Button loops & feminine frills: the Lily Button Dress
Nov 04, 2023 16 min

071: Button loops & feminine frills: the Lily Button Dress

Want ideas for a lovely party dress? Well I was delighted to get to try this pattern for the Lily Button Dress by Made Label and in this episode I will share my thoughts on the pattern, the techniq...

070: Mastering Buttonholes in Knit Fabrics with Melanie Keane
Oct 28, 2023 26 min

070: Mastering Buttonholes in Knit Fabrics with Melanie Keane

Terrified of sewing buttonholes in knit fabrics? If the mere thought sends shivers down your spine, fear no more! My special guest and sewing friend, Melanie Keane, recently  mastered this tec...

069: Meet Couture Dressmaker Mette Baillie
Oct 21, 2023 27 min

069: Meet Couture Dressmaker Mette Baillie

I'm delighted to be joined in this episode by the incredibly talented Mette Baillie, a couture dressmaker with a wealth of experience that spans a lifetime.Mette's journey into the world of couture...

068: So who is French Terry anyway?
Oct 14, 2023 18 min

068: So who is French Terry anyway?

Have you been looking for a fabric that helps you transition effortlessly between seasons? French terry, a unique, stretch fabric, often remains the unsung hero of the fashion world.  We explo...

067: Expert Fitting Tips with Pamela Leggett (Pt 2)
Oct 07, 2023 18 min

067: Expert Fitting Tips with Pamela Leggett (Pt 2)

I'm delighted to welcome you back to join me for the second part of my chat with  Pamela Legget, an influential sewing teacher since the '80s. If you missed the SPECIAL OFFER last week then li...

066: Expert Fitting Tips with Pamela Leggett (Pt 1)
Sep 30, 2023 37 min

066: Expert Fitting Tips with Pamela Leggett (Pt 1)

Get ready for a delightful and enlightening chat with the one and only Pamela Legget, the sewing legend herself. We had so much to talk about that I've split our chat into two parts so you'll get a...

065: Hemming stretchy fabrics - my top tips
Sep 16, 2023 24 min

065: Hemming stretchy fabrics - my top tips

Ever wondered how to hem stretchy fabrics without experiencing uneven hems, puckering, stretching, thread breakages, and skipped stitches? I've got the inside scoop for you. This episode is jam-pac...

064: Jumper Joy: Sewing Autumn's Essential Layers
Sep 02, 2023 26 min

064: Jumper Joy: Sewing Autumn's Essential Layers

It's that transitional season time and if you are like me you might be reaching for those longer sleeves or comfortable layers to keep you warm. In this episode I'm sharing some of my jumper patter...

063: Unravelling Bamboo Fabric: Surprising Facts and Benefits
Aug 19, 2023 23 min

063: Unravelling Bamboo Fabric: Surprising Facts and Benefits

Can bamboo fabric be the real deal - an environment-friendly, versatile option for clothing? Are we ignoring a sustainable solution that might revolutionize the fashion industry? Join me as I attem...

062: The Power of Stash Hub with Yvette Todd
Jul 29, 2023 29 min

062: The Power of Stash Hub with Yvette Todd

Ever bought more fabric than you can sew? Join me as Yvette Todd of Stash Hub shares an amazing solution to this common problem of managing your fabric stash! She talks about her own sewing venture...