Taking a Longer Break (And How You Can Help Shape What's Next)
Sarai and Haley share a quick update: the podcast break is extending through the end of the year while they take time to experiment with new...
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20 of 300 episodesSewing Through Summer's End: Staying Motivated When Life Gets Busy
That end-of-summer slowdown is real — and you're not the only one feeling it. In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk about what happens to ou...
The Art of the Sewing Binge: Making the Most of Rare Free Time
When a stretch of free time opens up, the last thing you want is to waste it staring at your stash, unsure where to begin. In this episode,...
How to Plan Your Fall Wardrobe Now (Before It's Too Late)
Most of us wait until the leaves are already turning to think about fall sewing — and then we're scrambling. In this episode, Sarai and Hale...
The Myth of the Perfect Sewing Space (And What Actually Matters)
We're pushing back on the idea that you need a beautiful, perfectly organized sewing room to do your best creative work. Sarai and Haley tal...
5 Sewing Mistakes That Don't Actually Matter
Sarai and Haley tackle sewing perfectionism head-on, discussing five common things that sewists stress about that genuinely don't affect the...
Listener Q&A: Your Summer Sewing Questions Answered
We're answering YOUR questions today! From choosing the right summer fabrics to staying on track with your seasonal sewing plan, we tackle t...
What Your Closet Outcasts Are Trying to Tell You
We all have handmade garments sitting in our closets that never get worn. In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore what those pieces can tea...
Finding Your Summer Uniform: The Power of Repeatable Outfits
What if getting dressed this summer felt effortless? In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore the power of a personal outfit "uniform" — a r...
How to Finally Conquer Zipper Anxiety
Zippers have a reputation as one of the scariest techniques in sewing, but they don't have to be. In this episode, Sarai and Haley talk abou...
Quick Tips: 5 Tricks for Sewing Lightweight Summer Fabrics
Rayon, lawn, voile — summer's prettiest fabrics can also be the most frustrating to sew. In this episode, Sarai and Haley share 5 practical...
The Best Kind of Sewing Project for Summer (Not What You Think!)
Feeling guilty about sewing simple projects? In this episode, Sarai and Haley make the case that basic patterns are actually your smartest s...
Why Your Fabric Stash Feels Overwhelming (And What to Do About It)
Why do our fabric stashes keep growing even when we already have more than we can sew? In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore the emotiona...
5 Decisions That Make or Break a Summer Garment
Summer sewing comes with its own unique set of decisions—from choosing between breezy linen and performance fabrics to figuring out how much...
How to ACTUALLY Enjoy Sewing In The Summer
Summer sewing comes with its own unique challenges—heat, travel, less time indoors, and shifting energy levels. In this episode, Sarai and H...
5 Reasons You're Not Wearing What You Make (And How to Change That)
Ever finish a sewing project, hang it in your closet, and then... never reach for it? In this episode, Sarai and Haley dig into the real rea...
Spring Sewing Roundup: What We're Making, Trying, and Loving
In this casual roundup episode, Sarai and Haley share what's on their sewing tables right now, answer a listener question about what to do w...
How to Choose the Perfect Seam Finish for Any Project
Seam finishes can feel overwhelming when you're staring at raw edges and wondering what to do with them. In this episode, Sarai and Haley br...
The Secret to Designing a Travel Wardrobe That Actually Works
Planning a trip and want to pack light while still looking great? In this episode, Sarai and Haley share 6 practical tips for sewing a trave...
These 10 Sewing Skills Look Hard but They're Surprisingly Easy
Ever look at a beautiful garment detail and think "I could never do that"? Today, we're busting some myths about sewing techniques that seem...