Episode 51: History of the Ao Dai

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Folkwear 139 Vietnamese Ao Dai by Folkwear on PatternReview.com Áo Dài Sewing Pattern in PDF Format by Studio82 Sewing Patterns on Etsy Past episodes mentioned Episode 11. The History of the Qipao / Cheongsam, Asian Sewist Collective Episode 19. History of the Sari, Asian Sewist Collective…

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Episode 50. Historical Costuming (Part 2)

Listen to the episode Links  Fabric Stores mentioned Burnley and Trowbridge, US-based, carries natural fibers and historically accurate fibers Resources AJ @confusedkittysewing Doris @dorisaurusmakes Cindy @cationdesigns Victorian outfit at Kensington Palace fete de gallantes outfit: 18th Century court suit Vogue Photoshoot Punk Victorian Underwater photoshoots: dunhuang styles Underwater photoshoots: Legend of the White Snake Sailor…

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Episode 49. Historical Costuming (Part 1)

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Blair Skirt (AKA Winnie skirt when Nicole was testing it) by True Bias Range Quilt by Modern Handcraft Resources Historically Adequate? The Importance Of Period Accuracy In Costume, Impact Magazine HistoryBounding, Morgan Donner Tailor vs. Mantua, Colonial Williamsburg A war without end: The DAR and the…

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Episode 48. Modern Hanbok with Jeff @yang_cheon_shik

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Dog Collared Shirt by MimiAndTaraStore Romie Top by Seamwork Looper Quilt by Miss Make  Range Quilt by Modern Handcraft Jeff favorite outfit: Met-inspired Ballgown Christine Millar: @sewstine on Instagram Zack Pinsent: @pinsent_tailoring on Instagram Noelle: @costuming_drama on Instagram Show transcript Ada Welcome to the Asian Sewist…

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Episode 47. A Conversation About Upcycling

Listen to the episode Patterns and Designers mentioned Forget Me Knot Bag by Pattern DivisionBlair Skirt by True Bias The Unicorn Hoax by Producer Mariko @marikoabecreative Barb @estrelladelalunaElla @handmademillenialTina Tse @tina.say.knitsJosie @coffeebreakwithjosieDr. Emilia @making_and_candorAllison @allisonmakerspaceRegina @reginaa.espino Resources Consumer upcycling as emancipated self-production: Understanding motivations and identifying upcycler types Basahan Fashion: The sustainable practice of retaso…

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Episode 46. Know Me Patterns with Ella & Gwen

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned ME2008 – Ella’s Jumpsuit (Fall 2022) ME2021 – Gwen’s Bell Sleeve & Bow Dress (Early Spring 2023) ME2029 – Gwen’s 60’s Inspired Dress (Spring 2023) ME2033 – Ella’s Colorblocking & Wavy Separates Set (Spring 2023) ME2003 – Alissah’s Knit Cardigan and Skirt (Fall 2022) Resources Know…

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Episode 45. Ask Us Anything (Nicole visits Ada in Colorado!)

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Wavelength Hat by Tina Tse Knits Riley Top/Dress by Seamwork York Pinafore by Helen’s Closet Patterns ME2003 by Alissah Threads for Know Me Patterns Celeste Pant by Pattern Division Multi-Sport Skort 2796 by Jalie Resources Janelle (@sewn.by.j) on Instagram Sabra Johnson (@mystyleismybrand) on Instagram J (@jsusahana)…

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Episode 44. Asian Sewist Collective Roundtable

Members of the collective Ada @I.hope.sew Nicole @nicoleangelinesews Sareena @dresslikeanonion Mariko @marikoabecreative (formely @troubleshootingstitcher) Shilyn @shilynsews Koss @withorwithoutice Esther @esthermakesadventures Cindy @cationdesigns Not heard on this episode but participated to the making of this episode or of this season’s episodes Henry , Aarti , Clarissa Patterns & Designers mentioned The ANORAK Sewing Pattern Low waste…

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Episode 43 – Pineapple Fabric (Piña)

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Witt Pants by Seamwork  ZW Coat by Birgitta Helmersson Fabric Stores mentioned Fabscrap, US-based, carries deadstock Mood Fabrics: Fabric Online Store | Fabric by the Yard Online, US-based, carries a large variety of designer fabrics Resources Asian Sewist Collective Labels  Episode 42 – A History of…

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