Episode 16. Building an Impactful Fabric Shop with Sandeep Sandhu of Sister Mintaka

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Sandeep Dress and Skirt by By Hand London Sicily Slip Dress PDF Sewing Pattern by Sewing Patterns by Masin kdornbier Grace Dolman Quilted Jacket PDF (Beginner) by kdornbier sewing patterns B4386 Misses’/Misses’ Petite Sheath Dress by Butterick Zeena Dress by By Hand London Adaptive patterns Pipit…

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Episode 15. Running a Sewing Studio with Jennifer Wiese of Workroom Social

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Billie Dress by Tabitha Sewer  Mindfully Made – Luxe Cotton Labels by Intensely Distracted Verano Tank & Dress by Christine Haynes Learn more about Workroom Social Follow Workroom Social on Instagram @workroomsocial and check out Jennifer’s YouTube Channel: Workroom Social TV.  Visit Jennifer’s website at workroomsocial.com…

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Episode 11. The History of the Qipao / Cheongsam

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Seabright Swim by Friday Pattern Company Ogden Cami by True Bias Qipao patterns by Porcupine Patterns, a Singapore-based, Asian-owned indie sewing pattern designer Resources and Sources ASC Researcher Cindy’s Resources: Pinterest board: 100 Cheongsam ideas in 2021 | cheongsam, qipao, old shanghai  Her handmade cheongsam  Her…

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Episode 10. Size Inclusivity with Leila Kelleher @leila_sews

Listen to the episode This Week’s Guest: Leila Kelleher (@leila_sews) of Muna and Broad (@munaandbroad) On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Leila Kelleher about identity and size inclusivity. You can follow Leila on Instagram @leila_sews and find her patterns at Muna and Broad’s website (@munaandbroad). Leila has been featured on the Sewcialists & NPR,…

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Episode 9. Asian Dress in Pop Culture: Raya and the Last Dragon with Nam & Duy

Listen to the episode This Week’s Guests: Nam of @nammai and @evermorewigs & Duy of @cafededuy On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Nam and Duy about their viral Raya and the Last Dragon costume. You can check out the costume: Photos of the Raya costume: #1, #2, #3 Preview of the shoot Behind the…

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Episode 8. Silk

This is our first textiles episode! Today, we’re talking about silk: its history, production and the various silk fabrics you can use in your sewing practice.

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Episode 7. Bag Making with Ellie Lum @klumhouse

In this episode, we talk all things bag making with Ellie Lum of Portland-based Klum House (@klumhouse). We talk about her background and experience as a mixed race Asian American entrepreneur.

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Episode 6. Cultural Appropriation in Sewing: Part Two

Listen to the episode Links Patterns & Designers mentioned Adriene Blouse by Friday Pattern Company Acacia Underwear by Megan Nielsen Patterns Resources and Sources 12 Most Notable Philippine Folk Dances That Will Get You Grooving, written by Cielo Fernando and posted on Zenrooms. The originals and traditions of Chinese oil-paper umbrellas, from the Global Times…

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Episode 5. Quilting with Bhiravi Rathinasabapathi of Strawberry Creek Quilts

Listen to the episode This Week’s Guest: Bhiravi of Strawberry Creek Quilts On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Bhiravi Rathinasabapathi of Strawberry Creek Quilts. You can purchase her patterns and handmade goods on her website: strawberrycreekquilts.com. You can follow Bhiravi on Instagram at @strawberrcreekquilts. Links Patterns & Designers mentioned South Shore Romper by Ellie…

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Episode 4. Sewing and Self-Care

Listen to the episode Links Style Sew Me – Nikki Blazer Paper Theory – Zadie Jumpsuit Is Self-Care Just a Trend?, written by Dr. Shainna Ali, LMHC How You Can Honor the Radical History of Self-Care, written by Martha Tesema Rest: Why You Get More Done When You Work Less, written by Dr. Alex Soojung…

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Episode 3. Pattern Testing with @divinedita

Listen to the episode This Week’s Guest: Nandita of @divinedita On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Nandita of @divinedita about pattern testing. Nandita has written for the Curvy Sewing Collective and Sewcialists: Sewing for my curves Sew Over/Under: Patterns and Pillowcases Textiles of the World: Paithani You can follow Nandita on Instagram at @divinedita. …

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Episode 2. Mental Health Awareness with @Angelica_Creates

Listen to the episode This Week’s Guest: Angelica of @Angelica_Creates On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Angelica of @Angelica_Creates about mental health. Angelica is a seamstress, pattern designer, fiber artist, DIY maker and blogger:  AngelicaCreates ShopAngelicaCreates [Etsy] You can follow Angelica on Instagram at @Angelica_Creates, and see Angelica’s Renaissance Faire Costume here! Links Patterns…

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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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Episode 42. History of the Terno

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Iris blouse by Fibr and Cloth Black Beauty Bra by Emerald Erin Fabric Stores mentioned Nekoneko Fabric, Singapore-based, carries a large variety of Japanese and other fabrics Resources THE FILIPINIANA DRESS: THE REBIRTH OF THE TERNO Behind the Seams: The history and making of the Terno…

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Episode 41. Common Alterations

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Be Curious Dress, Ellie & Mac S9379, Simplicity S8908, Simplicity Maynard Dress, Elbe Textiles Designer Stitch Fabric Stores mentioned Nekoneko Fabric, Singapore-based, carries a large variety of Japanese and other fabrics Resources Four Essential Small Bust Adjustments, Seamwork Top Down, Center Out: Practical Pants Fitting, by…

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Episode 40. Projector Sewing with Gowri Paary

Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Zadie jumpsuit by Paper Theory Claudia dress by Tessuti https://www.tadahsewing.com.au/ https://www.twigandtale.com/ Resources https://fabscrap.org/ Facebook group Projector for sewing Top tips for projecting patterns Jasika Nicole’s blog post Show transcript GowriYou know, you want to avoid the two flowers on the nipple, issue. AdaI mean I’ve done it NicoleOr if you…

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Episode 39. Lunar Zodiac Quilt with Berene Campbell and Wendy Chow

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned Adventure Bag Sewing Pattern by Greenstyle S9379 by Simplicity Lunar Zodiac Animals Combo PDF Pattern, via Etsy (happysewluckyshop) by Happy Sew LuckyNew Year Blessings Mini Quilt Pattern, by The Weekend Quilter Fabric Stores mentioned Discovery Fabrics, based in British Columbia, Canada, fabric store specialising in hard…

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Episode 38. Jo of @FiveSpicePower

Patterns & Designers mentioned Iris Blouse & Dress Zero Waste by Fiber and Cloth Agave Top & Dress by Fiber and Cloth Artist’s Box Top by By Taryn Singleton Artist’s Wrap Skirt by By Taryn Singleton ZW Tiered Dress by Birgitta Helmersson Qipao/Cheaongsam by Porcupine Patterns Resources More about Jo @FiveSpicePower InsideVoicesLabels, website Tauko Magazine #5 Show…

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Episode 37. Aims of Indy Bindy Fabric

Listen to the episode Links  Patterns & Designers mentioned ZW Gather Dress by Birgitta Helmersson ZW Tiered Dress by Birgitta Helmersson Resources More about Aims @Indy Bindy Fabrics Indy Bindy Fabrics, website Aims on Instagram @indybindyfabrics  Show transcript Ada: Okay I have many favorite fruits that I like. I like watermelon, a lot. Mango, passion…

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