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This week, I'm featuring 2 new episodes of Carrie Cunningham. Her original podcast was listened to over 15,000 times. Carrie is number 3 in the Top 20 Countdown. Carrie asked that we record a new podcast and that's what we've done. In this first episode I ask Carrie about the two community works she told us about in 2020 to see how these works were still happening. Spoiler alert: They're both going really well with some very thoughtful developments. You can see all the Little dresses for Africa details Carrie chats about. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Rebekah Johnston is a textile artist and educator from Nottingham, UK. Her art intertwines artistic self-discovery, sustainability, and the meditative practice of hand stitching. Embracing the unhurried rhythm of her craft, she finds solace and introspection in the deliberate act of slow stitching, allowing her thoughts to settle and reflect. Rebekah Johnston is a brilliant textile artist sharing her Found Shapes Patchwork tutorial at the Making Zen Online retreat. Rebekah has a gorgeous website Rebekah offers free applique tips too https://www.rebekahjohnston.co.uk/free-applique-tips If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Sew Organised Style features people who freely support the sewing community. You're welcome to be a podcast guest by contacting us via DM on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Cennetta was on the podcast in October 2020 for SewOver50 Thursday. Today this episode is number 6 in the Top 20 Countdown and her podcast has been downloaded over 15,000 times. Now the great news is Cennetta is teaching sewing at Calumet Middle School in Chicago. The school has established an after-school enrichment program that includes tailoring and sewing, culinary, theatre, music and more. Cennetta says 'It's the best!' One of the great things about bringing people for you to listen to on Sew Organised Style podcast is that not only do you hear their stories, I stay in contact with them because we share so many life experiences. Cennetta has continually shared her sewing knowledge with me and the sewing community through her generous fitting posts. It's a thrill to know she's now sharing her knowledge with middle school students. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Carol or CeeSews was on the podcast in November 2020 for SewOver50 Thursday. Today this episode is number 6 in the Top 20 Countdown. Carol continues to run sewing classes to help people know how to sew knit fabrics. Thank you Carol for staying in contact with me and providing advice about how to go about retiring from working full time. One of the great things about bringing people for you to listen to on Sew Organised Style podcast is that not only do you hear their stories, I stay in contact with them because we share so many life experiences. Carol has given her time to me and others in the sewing community. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Tricia was on the podcast in August 2020. Today this episode is number 7 in the Top 20 Countdown. One of the key themes know about Tricia is her strong values to not add to landfill. Reduce, Reuse and Recycle are what Tricia's followers have seen on her Instagram account and through her SewOver50 posts. You need to follow Tricia to find out all the ways to bring new life to not just your existing clothes but any item in your household. By mending and reusing what you have in your life, you are contributing to being sustainable in your own way and for your local community. Thank you Tricia for being a great friend, for being a thoughtful social media peer and for giving your time to SewOver50 and Sew Organised Style podcast. Tricia is fast in her ability to find smaller accounts that we've both shared in SewOver50 stories when we really should have been on a break. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alma from SewOverItLondon tells us about The Big Sew Off, a 24 hour charity sewathon now in its 3rd year. The Big Sew Off starts on Thursday 7 November at 10am UK time As Alma says: 'The Sew Over It Team will be sewing at the HQ based at the gorgeous New Craft House in East London, together with many exciting sewing personalities. We'll be raising money for mental health charity Mind and sewing clothes to donate to Give Your Best. The whole 24 hours will be live-streamed on YouTube and we'll be going LIVE on The Big Sew Off Instagram account throughout the sewathon, so make sure you're following us! We can't wait to put our sewing to good use and we hope you'll join us! Donate to our JustGiving Page to help us raise money for mental health charity Mind and find out all the ways you can get involved here.' There is a growing list of hubs popping up around the UK. Follow Big Sew Off Instagram account to find out more. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Susan Young has written many researched pieces for SewOver50 and this podcast is a reflection of one of those she wrote back in 2020. This episode is number 8 on the Top 20 Countdown! Susan Young Sewing blog is still available and I encourage you to pop into it and read the full research she published. You'll find Susan on Instagram under Susan Young Sewing. While the number of bricks and mortar shops have closed sine 2020, finding fabric both in real life and online still has the same challenges. The information and ideas Susan shares in this podcast is still valid to learn from. She's a tutor at Backstitch shop and is a Pfaff UK ambassador Thank you again Susan for being on the podcast for SewOver50. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through paypal. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Last episode I did say Karen is an ongoing contributor to the podcast and Sewover50. Today Karen's second episode called Style is Ageless is number 9 on the Top 20 countdown. This is a true reflection of not just Karen's contribution to our community but also how relevant this topic continues to be for us as sewists. Karen provides some really simple ways to find your style because you can find all sorts of topics about style that won't cost a cent. Have fun with it. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen Dolen was kind enough to be on the podcast in 2020. Today's episode is the initial podcast about Karen and this is number 10 on the Top 20 Countdown. Karen has an inspiring sense of style that is reflected in not just what she sews but how her work is photographed too. She does credit her daughter for some of her photos and if you go to the SewOver50 account, Karen was a guest editor sharing her photo skills. When you look at her sewing progress photos they're just as stunning. She started sewing 60 years ago and Karen visualises fabric as fashion. Thank you Karen for your ongoing contribution to Sewover50 and the podcast I hope you had a cuppa at hand while you listen to Karen once more. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Susan Young has written many researched pieces for SewOver50 and this podcast is a reflection of one of those she wrote back in 2020. This episode is number 11 on the Top 20 Countdown! Susan Young Sewing blog is still available and I encourage you to pop into it and read the full research she published. If you're at London Frocktails this week, say hello to Susan. Thank you again Susan for being on the podcast for SewOver50. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sue Stoney has been on the podcast a few times and this was her first podcast where we met her on the podcast in 2020. This episode is number 12 in the Top 20 Countdown. You heard Sue Stoney in the Magam Sewalong episode with Suzy and Helene. This episode is where we focussed on Sue only. Sustainability and careful use of our resources are important to Sue. She's also one of her local 3 sewing friends with Meggipeg and sewblooms on Instagram and Sue has always been there for Sarah Pondevie. Sue's global collaboration skills are varse These days Sue's adorable clothes and toy making for Miss G are what I love pop up on my feed. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lynda Maynard was on the podcast in September 2020 and her podcast is number 13 in the Top 20 countdown. Don't you think we've had a variety of community spirited guests in the Top 20 so far? Back In 2020 I never thought an accomplished teacher like Lynda Maynard would agree to recording a podcast with me and for SewOver50. She was so obliging and there is a link on her website about page to this recording. As Jen Hogg said, Lynda is one of the many sewing heros we've seen in Threads magazine. Lynda is an author and a teacher who is passionate about inspiring others. She is a master teacher, and has years of experience teaching couture sewing techniques, pattern drafting, clothing construction and fitting. This episode with Lynda was a helpful discussion about how to fit clothes and what the most common fit issues are. Our bodies do change over time and Lynda shares her fitting experience with us. Having access to experienced educators makes our sewing experience more satisfying. Thank you Lynda for your support and helping sewists in the Sewover50 community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Elizabeth is @earletted on Instagram and I first 'met' her through her blog. When you finally meet an online friend and start chatting you find out how rich their background of experience is. I hope you'll listen to Elizabeth and see she has held half a dozen amazing jobs that have been inspired by her motivation to be creative. She has a music background, a theatre background in both design and wardrobe supervisor and the list goes on. I felt with her wardrobe supervisor experience, Elizabeth knows how to mend clothes for theatre. And can't life be full of drama sometimes too? If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Susan Young, the blog writer for SewOver50 was on the podcast in June 2020. She is number 14 in the Top 20 Countdown. You'll find Susan on Instagram under Susan Young Sewing. Most recently you may have noticed that Susan is an organiser of London Frocktails. When the first SewOver50 meet up in London happened before lockdown, you could already see how many of us in the sewing community wanted to be together. We were able to rally together online through the SewOver50 community and today we can meet in person and celebrate at Frocktails events in our local communities. The information Susan shares in this podcast is still worth listening to today. She's a tutor at Backstitch shop and is a Pfaff UK ambassador Thank you Susan for being a great friend and giving your time to SewOver50 and Sew Organised Style podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jayne Wright was on the podcast in November 2020. She is number 15 in the Top 20 Countdown. Since 2020 Jayne has moved to Margate and she does a mixture of things now. Violin teaching, ceramic art, open water synchronised swimming and a bit of sewing for herself. She sewed her own wedding dress using a vintage Dior pattern. If you live in the Thanet area, she runs a tile making workshop now with Thanet Visitor Information Centre. As you can tell, Jayne contributes to her local community. Thank you Jayne for coming back to your Instagram account as well as your @jawceramics account. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Bobo_bun is Lisa's online name. Lisa was on the podcast in September 2020. She is number 16 in the Top 20 Countdown. At the time Lisa was developing her YouTube channel to bring her vintage sewing joy to everyone who shared a passion for all things vintage. Lisa is a lifelong vintage inspired seamstress and dressmaking teacher. She created Bobo_Bun's sewing school in Norwich UK. As a child Lisa was always making something or could be found curled up with a book. Does this sound like you too? Lisa first learnt to sew on her mum's Vintage Singer Sewing machine. She'd been sewing non stop since then, learning everything she could while teaching as her full time career. These days, if Lisa is not teaching dressmaking classes, you'll find her sewing, knitting or planning her next project This is the third time I'm thanking Lisa for being on the podcast as last year, Lisa kindly gave me her permission to use part of her podcast for a video podcast assignment I had to complete for my Diploma in Screen and Media. If you're interested, the Jukebox series in on the Sew Organised Style YouTube account. Be kind with your comments please. Thank you Lisa for the vintage sewing teaching and inspiration you provide us online and in real life. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Saremy of SewSewLive and was on the podcast in November 2020. Saremy is number 17 in the Top 20 Countdown. While you can find Saremy on Instagram, you'll always find Saremy teaching on YouTube. She's industry trained and Saremy has a really full commitment to providing great teaching content in her sewing school. On her Instagram account, she posts her weekly schedule. Saremy provides an amazing community space for curios sewists of all abilities and it's free to join her sewsewguild.com On Wednesdays she funs a live stream sewing a project from cutting to finish. That's a huge commitment but so valuable to improve your own sewing skills from an industry professional. Saremy started her sewing channel in 2018 and she's almost hit 2 million views, with over 730 videos. Let's go back and hear how Saremy was building her ability to provide great sewing content to us in the sewing community. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Suzy, Sue and Hélène are the Make a garment a month or Magam sewalong team who's podcast was published in July 2020. Suzy and Sue and Hélène gave their time to tell us about how Magam sewalong began and what they do to keep this initiative running. Magam Sewalong is number 18 in the Top 20 Countdown. You would have noticed that since 2020, they have had guests to run this challenge each month and with a theme. Love a good theme. They've had about 37 guests. Here's an interesting fact. They try not to count entries, but they've have had over 8,000 posts. Sue said 'People love the refashioning/sustainable themes, but also any theme that allows them to work it into their monthly sewing.' Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Instagram is where SewOver50 account lives and started on 18 August 2018 by Judith Staley. She was shortly joined by Sandy Bach and together they built SewOver50 from 0 to 50,000 followers this month. Their hard work to bring the face of older sewists to Instagram has delivered 1,821 posts; worked with 144 guest editors on a range of topics; created 18 engaging challenges and commissioned #So50Live. In this podcast Judith and Sandy discuss their challenges with the many changes Instagram has thrown us all making it harder to find each other the way you would normally chat up with your real life friends. SewOver50 showcases not just the face of older sewists but also the issues older sewists face on a daily basis. Seeing clickbait news about ageing is cheap journalism. One of the earliest articles about wearing florals was very narrowminded press that as a community, we've blown that thinking out of the park. No matter your age or what your style is, everyone is welcomed to the SewOver50 community by simply using #SewOver50 and #SewOver50(monthyear) on their posts so we can add you to our stories and onto our grid. In 2022 there is the podcast episode about older sewist research on their Instagram grids that Judith commissioned. Judith is committed to raising the visibility of older sewists. Sandy is leading the SewOver50 social media editorial team and developing challenges and ways to engage the community. Their mandate is positive messages to bring people together. Make sure you follow SewOver50 and listen to all the SewOver50 podcasts available here. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

JenLegg_TeesCreatives is number 19 in the Top 20 Countdown. Most recently you would know Jen @jenlegg_teescreatives who with Sharlene @sosewdressmaking run #SewRecreateTheLook In 2024 they've run Sew Recreate the Look for the fourth time. Sew Recreate the look encourages us to make things we have seen on the high street, IG and designer brands feeding our 'sewing souls'. Jen with Sharlene contribute to the sewing community by running this on a voluntary basis. Jen is a Fibremood Insider. She's sewn for Abakhan fabrics. Pattern tested for Friday Pattern Company and many others. She's a great role model for sewists to be who they are and sew what makes them happy. Jen shares what keeps her sewing and being creative in her podcast episode. Following Jen on Instagram is a great way to see how you can add colour and prints amongst the clothes you sew. Thank you Jen for being on the podcast. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

At number 20 is Jen Hogg in the Top 20 Countdown. Jen Hogg is number 20 in the Top 20 Countdown. Jen was my first guest from the Great British Sewing Bee in November 2020 because Jen is a strong supporter of the SewOver50 community. In August 2021 Jen recorded a podcast about So50sustainable sewing. Jen sent through a note about what she's achieved since this podcast was published in November 2020. If you're a Bridgerton fan, I'll start her note with a Lady Whistledown vibe. The full version of Jen's letter is on her podcast blog post. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Firstly, the Top 20 Countdown starts in August. Have you wondered what the top 20 episodes are after publishing over 440 episodes over 5 years on Sew Organised Style podcast? Grab a cuppa and relax while you hear a retrospective intro to all the people who continue to contribute to the sewing community. Next up. You'll be seeing short tutorials for you to learn how to use your devices without asking others for help. You'll be your very own 'help desk'. As you learn more, you can pass these new skills on to others as well. Send your tutorial suggestions to [email protected] Lastly, make sure you follow SewOver50 on Instagram to celebrate their 6 year anniversary and achieving with 50,000 follower milestone. All of these milestones have been achieved by the sewing people who connect both online and in real life. We're a community that connects, builds safe spaces to get together and are still happy to sew in their personal sewing spaces for both themselves and their families and friends. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Have you been sewing since you've stopped work full time or are you still finding your way? Maxine Dunn is Dunncorner on Instagram and she's a SewOver50 follower. Maxine tells her story and shares how she's using this time to increase her skills in sewing and not just for herself. Living close to Papercut Patterns, she's had a first hand view of what it takes to be an independent sewing designer. In New Zealand Maxine also mentions Paper Theory and The Sewing Revival. We recorded this podcast in May so you'll have to pop over to Maxine's Instagram account to find out what she's been up to, including her latest Frocktails makes. IWill you support this podcast through our patreon account? Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Julie is Hastings436 on Instagram and lives in Newcastle Australia. She gives us a secret about the 2025 Newcastle Frocktail so if you're interested, have a listen to her podcast and start planning your efforts to attend it. Even though Julie has lots of fabric, and she cares for her fabric is a very unique way, she is thoughtful in how she gives it to her local community to share her love of sewing. Yes Julie is part of the sewing ladies who lunch that Karen mentioned last week. Everyone who wants to attend this monthly lunch is welcome. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Karen is sewingbyKaz on Instagram and she's on the Newcastle Frocktail committee in Australia. Sewing means many things to different people. Karen Lennox tells us what sewing has meant in her life and vital it is to her right now. Karen has learnt her sewing through her mother's sewing life as she grew up. Karen knew the basics before she went to school. Now she's helping her 6 year old granddaughter to sew. This important skill is bring passed through Karen's family tree. Next week you'll hear from Karen's Frocktails committee member, Julie Hastings. Julie has some news about their next Frocktails event. Make sure you follow Sew Organised Style to hear what Newcastle Frocktails has in store for us. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Sew Organised Style features people who freely support the sewing community. You're welcome to be a podcast guest by contacting us via DM on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

You've heard my story now who would you like to hear from next on Sew Organised Style podcast? The July podcasts are scheduled and after producing over 400 episodes there may be someone you'd like to have on the podcast. Is there a topic you'd like an expert to discuss? All suggestions are welcome! Send me your ideas and suggestions either via direct message on the podcast Instagram account email me at [email protected] Your ongoing support for 5 years of podcasting is much, much appreciated. This is as much your sewing podcast as it is mine. I hope you hear from you soon! Maria Theoharous If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Sew Organised Style features people who freely support the sewing community. You're welcome to be a podcast guest by contacting us via DM on Instagram. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

This Check Your Thread Podcast episode #54 is the first of two featuring a conversation with Swedish-Australian designer Birgitta Helmersson. Known in the sewing community as a zero waste (ZW) pattern designer, Birgitta also produces a range of ZW clothing which she sells from her shop/studio in Malmö. Prior to this, Birgitta had a diverse and convoluted career in fashion design, costume, alterations, pattern cutting and garment manufacture, which makes for a fascinating tale that we'll hear in this episode. We also learn what sparked her interest in ZW design, the route she took to adopting ZW practices in her own business, and why Birgitta transitioned into producing sewing patterns for her designs as well as physical garments. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

A behind the scenes chat with Zoe Edwards. Her sewing podcast Check Your Thread keeps her motivated. Actually her manifesto is what drives Zoe's podcast. What drives your podcast? Everyone wants to podcast about a topic that is close to their hearts. That's what both Zoe and I do every week and in this episode we chat on about the processes behind making a sewing podcast, or any podcast for that matter. As always in this episode I've edited it so you hear Zoe's personal dedication to her podcast as it fulfills much of her manifesto. Any new podcast Zoe may develop in the future will also fulfill the aspects of her very personal manifesto. She's really interesting to listen to and learn from. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Zoe Edwards has just finished a very successful Me Made May 2024. She's here to Feed swap from her podcast Check your thread. We're sharing one podcast episode next week from our own archives. This is really exciting to know 1 episode from Sew Organised Style will forever be available on Check your thread podcast. However this week we're playing a variation on '20 questions'. In today's episode, we delve into the feedswapping concept. I've never heard about feedswapping and I am thankful to Zoe for proposing this entertaining initiative, which is our focus today. Your challenge, should you choose to accept it, is to listen to both of our podcasts. We have each edited the same recording in our unique styles. As a heads up, you'll realise that our version of '20 questions' will be included in the next podcast with Zoe 'BTS podcasting life'. Many people want to podcast and our podcast experience will help you understand how the hard work behind the scenes using much of our sewing time and has its rewards. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dell is an avid sewist, a SewOver50 follower and a very supportive listener of this sewing podcast. She learned to sew from her grandmothers and Dell discusses the value of the sewing teaching by Mary Brooks Picken. Dell saved lots of money sewing her dresses for vocal performances using Bemberg lining because it was more affordable than silk fabric was. She is a classically trained vocalist...like an opera singer. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Mitch Bridgewater describes himself as the worst of the best bunch of the Sewing Bee and in this sewing podcast, you'll realise why. Mitch was in Series 8 of the Great British Sewing Bee in 2022. During lockdown he learned how to sew and knit and after sewing for 3 months, he entered the Sewing Bee. In series 8 there were over 8,000 applications for the Great British Sewing Bee so he was in the top 12. If you're interested in TV production or have entered for Series 11, listen to the inside world of producing The Great British Sewing Bee. He's also a local of Cumbria and is a fan of Linton Tweed too. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Betz White is one of the 20 textile artists you can enjoy her workshop at this retreat. 'Warm fuzzies', 'Sewing Green' and 'Present Perfect are her 3 published books too. Betz has so many great embroidery ideas, workshops and videos on her website. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Making Zen Online Retreat 2024 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Trixi brings her textile art and teaching skills for this retreat. She uses her Sew a Softie approach to teach hand stitching to both children and adults. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Making Zen Online Retreat 2024 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Youngmin Lee practices traditional Korean textile techniques - Bojagi and Jogakbo handstitching. 28 years ago, after Youngmin trained in clothing, textiles and fashion design in Seoul, South Korea, she moved to the United States and she has continued to use her training in traditional Korean techniques of Bojagi and Korean wrapping skills. The skills she learnt and used in the Korean textiles industry is what we are able to get a glimpse of in Youngmin's workshop at the Making Zen Online Retreat May 2024. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Making Zen Online Retreat 2024 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

During May, Lolie and Yvonne are running the pledge Seated Makes Challenge. Take a chair and sit on it. Have a bit of fun during Me Made May and include seated photos. We did discuss making sure your feet are parallel to the floor, no matter what your height is. Seated photos show how to fabric drapes over your mid-section. Done is better than perfect. There are prizes in this challenge but Lolie and Yvonne simply want you to add seated makes on your posts. Be your creative self as you post photos in a seated position from a few angles and help others see how patterns truly work when seated. Instagram no longer provides chronological order so if you can, use the hashtag #SewnShownSeated + the name of the pattern. Will you be posting seated makes on Instagram? If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Make sure you register for the Making Zen Online Retreat 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a free 5 day textile art online event. Today Kate Ward of Zen Stitching discusses the amazing artists but wait for it... there are a few new features that might peak your interest this year. You can still purchase the lifetime VIP access pass. There is also a Creative Club on offer. And to keep you creative, there's also an additional set of cards you can purchase to fuel your creative needs. We kept this podcast short because there are 20 textile artists who you'll learn and watch at the coming Making Zen Online Retreat. This is your time to keep your creative mind fueled. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com Making Zen Online Retreat 2024 is a five day event to inspire creativity and find zen from 27 to 31 May 2024. This is a week of textile workshops led by a selection of international artists. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Melanie is Sewmelwyk and she's been sewing and blogging for many years. Melanie also a cofounder of the Stratford Garment Guild and has a great group of local sewists that meet monthly to share their makes. You'll also find Melanie share her book reviews on her book IG account. If her home ec teacher could see the sewing Melanie does now, she wouldn't believe it. You can find Melanie's Following the Thread blog here She uses Sewmelwyk on Instagram, Twitter and you can find Melanie on Pattern Review. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Matthew describes himself as a heel wearing stud muffin channelling his authentic otherness. You'll find Matthew on Instagram and Tik Tok @hessewmatthew Did I mention Matthew was a contestant on the Great British Sewing Bee Series 9? He is very easy to chat to and so supportive of the people around him. Matthew is a huge fan of Esme. You'll hear his story and the type of sewing he is known for. Matthew breaks the rules and is always interested in showing a bit of skin with his designs. I love his plaid fabric works Sew Organised Style features people who freely support the sewing community. You're welcome to be a podcast guest by contacting us via DM on Instagram. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Today's podcast features Lisa in a discussion where she reveals the heartbreaking story behind her dedication to spreading awareness for missing persons on her Instagram account, intertwined with her love for sewing. What you will hear is how the sewing community has embraced both her sewing love and commitment to posting missing person posters on her Instagram account. Please be aware, the discussion includes topics that might be distressing. Below are the links to the organisations Lisa mentions in her podcast. Locate International Missing People Missing People podcast If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Kay, Sarah and Jo talk about how they're involved with The Nest Community and how their involvement means something to them too. Kay and Sarah volunteer at The Nest Community. Jo is a teacher at Mitchelton High School and has brought groups of students to take part in The Exhange Project since 2021. The Nest Community is a Brisbane charity that connects women purposefully through craft. The organisation has just undergone expansion and moved from a beautiful old house in Everton Part to a larger commercial space in Brendale. Reselling fabric and notions through their 130 volunteers at the shop provides lots to see and buy by over 500 visitors per week. Unlike many thrift stores, The Nest Community manages to sell over 65% of their donations, in their bid to reduce landfill. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Louisa describes herself as the oldest person within the SewOver50 community. damselfly.ca She describes her body shape a diamond related. Louisa is a rarity and talented with her sewing, gardening and anything textile related. Did you know she reads 200 books a year? This means her online friends at SewOver50 are who she hangs out with when she's not sewing or crafting. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Sarah of Sarahcsewing makes her sewing posts fun. She looks at life. She sees the humour in life. Then Sarah consults with her kids and her husband. The mirth from their conversations comes through in her posts. Sarah is a long time SewOver50 follower and she happily discusses a few of the videos she's posted that show just how funny life can be. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In January we heard from Yvonne – The Wheelie Stitcher tell us about her experience in finding Mimiquins to create her seated dress form. Today we'll hear from Jaire and Mia, the team who created mimiquins. Mimiquins is based in the UK. While they're based in the UK Jaire and Mia are making Mimiquins available to people who live outside of the UK. Mia's background is in biochemistry and she has always sewn her end of year ballgowns, during her university years. Jaire describes her background as boring 'business by accident'. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Roz Holt is the founder and CEO of The Nest Community in Brisbane, Queensland. She tells us about how her initial Craft Nest Project was the starting point for future collaborations and the eventual creation of The Nest Community. The Nest Community is a Brisbane charity that connects women purposefully through craft. The organisation has just undergone expansion and moved from a beautiful old house in Everton Part to a larger commercial space in Brendale. Reselling fabric and notions through their 130 volunteers at the shop provides lots to see and buy by over 500 visitors per week. Unlike many thrift stores, The Nest Community manages to sell over 65% of their donations, in their bid to reduce landfill. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Alethia of Sew Much Talent has created a community of sewists that share their sewing and design skills through their joy of being a community. "Sew, Create, Inspire, Teach" Have you seen their facebook group yet? Sew Much Talent has continued since the periscope days and with Alethia's various moderators, sewing challenges and stash busting are among the various activities this group thrives on. Alethia talks about how she loves to keep the group humming along and from this group of 10,000 on Facebook, there are constant Live chats, celebrations within the group and more sewing skill development happening each week. Make sure you also subscribe to their YouTube channel for their Sew Let's Talk series. Previous Sew Much Talent followers have made a hugh contribution to this group and individually, they have taken their experience with Alethia to create their own online presence. 'Sew Much Talent is a DIY and lifestyle network centered around all things sewing and handcraft related. The mission is to shine a light on the many talented sewists and crafters all around the world. By bringing together "sew" much talent ...in one community consisting of newbies to more skilled DIYers, some will teach, others will learn; yet we all will be inspired and share our makes and creations.' If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In today's podcast Julie Eilber talks about sewing vintage styles and gives us some tips to sew fabric on the bias In last week's episode you would have loved listening to Julie's knowledge of Claire McCardell and all the influences Claire had on American fashion in the early 1900s. Julie is a fashion historian who re-creates 20th century designer looks. Julie is very fascinating and has sewn since she was 8 years old. I first followed Julie on her blog Jet Set Sewing. You can read some of Julie's background on her blog. You can keep up to date with Julie through her Instagram account. She also discusses her book about Claire McCardell. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Julie Eilber talks about Claire McCardell and all the influences Claire had on American fashion in the early 1900s. Julie is a fashion historian who re-creates 20th century designer looks. Julie is very fascinating and has sewn since she was 8 years old. I first followed Julie on her blog Jet Set Sewing. You can read some of Julie's background on her blog. You can keep up to date with Julie through her Instagram account. She also discusses her book about Claire McCardell. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yvonne shares her story of finding a seated dressform. She was also an amazing guest editor for SewOver50 recently too. Yvonne's guest post has been liked by over 1,300 accounts on the SewOver50 Instagram account. There were over 120 really insightful comments as well. Please consider using #SewnShownSeated on your social media posts to provide valuable visibility for people who make clothes for seated positions. Mimiquins is the seated dressform Yvonne has bought. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Yvonne is an enthusiastic sewist and she's really keen to find makes that use #SewnShownSeated. There are many people who also need to wear clothes that fit them well when they're seated so the need to sewn makes where you model them is a seated position is actually bigger than anyone realises. In the next podcast, Yvonne is back to discuss some groundbreaking work she has been a part of. I hope you enjoy Yvonne's sewing enthusiasm and help out by posting seated photos for your future makes. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Lisa Walters is the owner and creator of A Sewing Life Sewing kits and sewing patterns for stuffed animals (asewinglife.com) Her sewing journey started at the tender age of 8 years old when she sewed soft toys and sew each toys clothes. You could say those early days are what we're able to now enjoy through the toy patterns Lisa creates. On today's episode you'll hear how her daughter Grace adds the story for each of the toy patterns and kits both Lisa and Grace create. Lisa's sewing life has gone through many stages including sewing her own clothes to sewing soft furnishings for her home. Sewing is definitely in Lisa's blood and storytelling through the toys is something Grace and Lisa creates that we can now enjoy. As with all sewing projects, you will find that you can lose yourself in creating something of absolute joy out of a pile of fabric. Listen to how Lisa shares her love of fabric, colour and texture on today's podcast. Once you're hooked, head over to Lisa's YouTube channel and start your sewing journey with toy and bag patterns. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our patreon account. Every podcast is free and the archive is gradually being uploaded on to the podcast YouTube channel. Sound with permission by bensound.com SewOver50 intersects with all communities. SewOver50 where we are so over ageism. Our focus is the sewing talent each person shares on social media and providing recognition of their willingness to share their skills whether a beginner or experienced sewist. Make sure you listen to your SewOver50 friends in our SewOver50 podcast archive. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.