The Sewing Room by Bishy Barnababes

The podcast for sewing lovers everywhere. Find out what’s being designed and made in the Bishy Barnababes sewing room!

Rank #1: The Sewing Room Podcast: episode 3, diary of a sew-along.
Today’s podcast is a little different – recorded over several sessions, it tracks the progress of the Easter Bunny Puppet Purse sew-along, from behind the scenes preparations to what went on in the Bishy Barnababes Patterns Facebook group. Find out what I use for pattern weights (not as exciting as some I’m sure – let me know what you use in the comments!) and a little of what’s gone on in my sewing room. Do you use pattern weights? What’s the most unusual thing you have grabbed to use? This episode: Animal Puppet Purse  – buy your copy of the pattern used in the sew-along Bishy Barnababes Patterns Facebook group

Rank #2: The Sewing Room podcast: Episode 7 – interfacing versus stabilizer.
In today’s episode I share with you more about the latest Bishy Barnababes pattern releases – more free-motion appliqué, the difference between interfacing and stabilizer and what I’ve been sewing in my sewing room! This episode: Bishy Barnababes Etsy shop – Mermaid Millie, Princess Paige, Fairy Fiona and Cool As Ice free-motion appliqué patterns – use coupon code APPLIQUE to get 20% off, buy 3 patterns and use code 3BUNDLE to get 30% or buy 5 and use code 5BUNDLE to get 35% off. Bishy Barnababes Patterns Facebook group Swhetty Bettie’s blog – check out the Designer Pairs challenge with Lauren and I on 7th June Darcy Dress by Daydreams Patterns Check out Kristen’s blog post about the patterns over at My Sew Inspired Life

Clothes Making Mavens

Clothes Making Mavens is a sewing podcast about handmade fashion. Helena and Lori discuss their favourite pastime--sewing clothes--and talk to other people who are also passionate about sewing. For information and episodes, visit ClothesMakingMavens.com.

Rank #1: Podcast Ep020: Sew with the Flow.
When we sew garments, we're sewing to fit our bodies. But women's bodies change often -- at least once a month. So we're Sewing with the Flow on this episode: sewing for menstruation and menopause. Lori & Helena talk with Erin Van Handel of the sewing blog Sie Macht to talk about garments and accessories that might make us feel comfy during that time of the month. We hear from Erin Beauchamp about her successful quest to sew the perfect period underwear. And Barbara Emodi drops some humourous wisdom on the subject.

Rank #2: Podcast Ep003: Fabric Zeal.
Fabric Zeal - What do sewists talk about when they get together? Fabric! Helena and Lori find so much inspiration in fabric and they bet you do, too. This month they talk about their favorite fabrics to sew with, where they buy their treasures, the exciting possibility of designing their own, and challenges they've encountered. They also introduce a new regular contributor to the discussion, Maris Olsen from SewMaris.com. Show notes are posted here: http://www.clothesmakingmavens.com/?p=200

Sewing Together

Welcome to Sewing Together! I'm a PDF Sewing Pattern Designer for Apple Tree Sewing Patterns and this is a sewing podcast where I share sewing tips and information as well as a bit about me. Each week I invite you to participate in the conversation online through social media. View more info and the show notes by visiting www.AppleTreeSewing.com

Rank #1: Episode 3: 6 Reasons Why You Should Learn To Sew Your Own Clothes.
In this episode I share my top 6 reasons why I think you should learn to sew your own clothes. I go over the fun reasons, the practical reasons and the ethical reasons why sewing your own clothes is awesome.  I also share some of our Facebook friends’ reasons why they sew their own clothing. This episode gets a bit dark when we go over the ethics of clothing manufacturing so you might want to just skip over reasons 3 & 4 if your wanting to stick more to the happy fun parts of sewing The documentary I mentioned is called The True Cost. You can learn more about that here: http://truecostmovie.com/ I think this video on crayons is probably the one I watched as a kid, but looking back on it, it actually does have a lot of people involved in the process. Don’t they all look super happy though? Here are links to the Facebook pages for our friends that shared their responses for this episode: Sew Many Monkeys And Me Sewing Tiffany And Tot I’d love to hear from you, why you love to sew your own clothing, or why you want to start sewing your own clothing. Share below or in our Facebook Group, on our Facebook Page or on Instagram @appletreesewing. If you are interested in purchasing The Bunnyhug Grow with me hoodie pattern, you can find that here. Music Attribution: TITLE: Back In Summer ARTIST: NICOLAI HEIDLAS Heidlas, N. (2016). Back in summer [Recorded by N. Heidlas]. Retrieved from: https://soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlas/95-bpm-back-in-summer-upbeat-ukulele-background-music ​ Why do you like to sew your own clothes? Comment below or join our Facebook group!

Rank #2: Episode 7: How to get your Sewjo Back.
In this episode I share a few ideas on how to get your sewjo (or sewing motivation) back! In this episode I talk a bit about dresses. I mention a fun little book I’ve been enjoying. It’s this book, but I purchased mine from Indigo here in Canada. Here is my Instragram post with the dress I made from the bustier pattern. The other dress I made can be seen here. Check out our Facebook group for more info on that. I also mentioned the Lengends Dress from Sew Straight and Gather as well as the Zadie from Tilly & The Buttons. Here’s the link to my PDF Pattern shop that I mention  http://etsy.com/shop/appletreepatternco The 5 possible reasons why you might have lost your sewing motivation are: 1. You need to be inspired- I discuss how you can use social media to jumpstart your inspiration. 2. You are sewing for your business- I share some changes I made to my sewing business to make it more fun for me to sew. 3. You are bored of sewing- I give you a few new things you might like to learn to do that are sewing related. 4. You don’t have time to sew- I tell you a bit about what I do to manage my sewing time in a more effective way. 5. You are working on a big project- I share my advice, but later in the episode we get some listener advice on how to get motivated to work on those big projects. I have one additional tip I recommend if you have lost your sewjo and that is to try making something useful. We also hear advice from 3 of our friends on social media: Ieva from @everyspecialday on instagram, @girlandboyd on Instagram,  and @bjoys4 on instagram. At the end of this episode I share a bit about how sometimes it is okay to lose your sewjo and not try to get it back. What do you do to get your sewjo back? Share in the comments below! Music Attribution: TITLE: Back In Summer ARTIST: NICOLAI HEIDLAS Heidlas, N. (2016). Back in summer [Recorded by N. Heidlas]. Retrieved from: https://soundcloud.com/nicolai-heidlas/95-bpm-back-in-summer-upbeat-ukulele-background-music MUSIC LICENSE: CREATIVE COMMONS 3.0 (“Attribution” – license)

Sewing Out Loud

Learn the technical information you need to sew successfully from the fun ladies over at SewHere.comZede and Mallory are a mother/daughter team who run Zede's Sewing Studio in Columbia, MO. They sell sewing machines, teach sewing classes and provide excellent sewing entertainment online and in-store!

Rank #1: Online Fabric Shopping.
Mallory and  Zede share their online fabric shopping knowledge and offer great suggestions for how to go about making your first online purchase. They cover how to find reputable fabric sources, how to try before you buy (ordering samples and visiting JoAnn’s can be mighty helpful), and explore the new trend in fabric buying – preorder Facebook groups. Do you have any great tips for buying fabric online? Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @ZedesSewingStudio on Instagram *************************************************** THIS BROADCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: “THE FEEL FREE TO COMPLIMENT ME” LAPEL PIN This enamel lapel pin lets all your sewing friends know that you’re ready for those compliments!!! Pin is .75″x1.25″ with a military clutch fastener ***************************************************** The post Online Fabric Shopping appeared first on sewhere.com.

Rank #2: All About Tracing & Tracing Paper.
Like Zede says, “There’s always more then one right way, but definitely a wrong way”! That mantra firmly applies to tracing if you ask her or Mallory. In this podcast the ladies explain in detail why they like to trace their patterns and how they do it. They describe the many types of tracing paper that’s on the market and some not so paper products they have seen used (but don’t recommend). So, on what side do you stand with? #TeamTrace or #TeamCutThatS***Out No demerits will be given for answering honestly. Maybe we won’t tell Zede, just to be safe. ********************************************************************************* THIS BROADCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: MY BODY MODEL Fashion templates of your body, to sketch your dream wardrobe.   MyBodyModel technology will make fashion sketching templates (croquis) to your measurements.  Because we make clothes for real bodies. And every body is different.  They are Kickstarting Now Click Here to find out more or sewport the making of the app! ********************************************************************************* The post All About Tracing & Tracing Paper appeared first on sewhere.com.

Maker Style

A Creative Lifestyle Podcast. We talk about small business, blogging, and sewing pretty things. Listening to the Maker Style podcast is like sitting down for a coffee and chat with your BFFs who are just as passionate about creating things as you are.

Rank #1: Blogger Blueprint: Crafting Content and Finding Your Voice // EP42.
Curious about what kind of content to post on your sewing blog/vlog/podcast/Instagram? Today on the show we're digging into what types of content some of my favourite bloggers post, how often they post, and how they determine their schedule. This is a super inspirational episode full of actionable tips for any of you content creators out there!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makerstyle/message

Rank #2: Blogger Blueprint: Making a Website you Love // EP40.
Today on the podcast we will be discussing everything websites. Do you need one? What should I use to make it? How much is this going to cost me? What do I need to consider? Check out EP 37 for an introduction to Blogger Blueprint!--- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/makerstyle/message

Podcast – Seamwork Radio

Stories about designing, making, and wearing your own clothing

Rank #1: Episode 10: Let’s talk money with Heather Lewenza.
Talking publicly about money is a little bit taboo for most of us. And yet, it motivates and influences much of what we do with our lives, how we spend our time, and how we cope with feelings. In today’s episode, designer Heather Lewenza of Closet Case Files opens up about how money and spending have shaped her life and career, and led her to the world of home sewing. From working in an auto factory to designing shopping centers to running her own business, see how Heather’s relationship with money has transformed her thinking over time. Links and Resources Related links from this episode: Closet Case Files, Heather’s company The Bombshell Swimsuit The Ginger Jeans The Clare Coat The Morgan Jeans Listen

Rank #2: Episode 3: The Proud Sewist with Matthew Holloway.
Growing up in Oklahoma, Matthew always had the sense that he wasn’t “normal.” As he grew up, he began to ask questions. What’s wrong with being interested in “feminine” things? And what does it say about how we view women? Links and Resources Links from this episode: The Thorn and Thread, Matthew’s blog Matthew also recommends: Male Pattern Boldness TaylorTailor Listen

Thread Cult

Each episode Christine Cyr Clisset, of the sewing blog daughterfish.com, interviews creators and makers in the home sewing, fashion, and textile communities, ranging from independent pattern and textile designers, to couture experts and museum curators.

Rank #1: #36 Uncommon Threads, an Interview with Rebecca Ringquist.
Artist and teacher Rebecca Ringquist pulls embroidery out of its classic confines, using her needle and floss to tell modern stories in cloth. This episode she and Christine chat about her process, the art of collecting, and her new book, Rebecca Ringquist's Embroidery Workshops: A Bend-the-Rules Primer. Outro music: "Inspire me Forever" by Spinningmerkaba 

Rank #2: #17: Jeans! Couture Advice from Angela Wolf.
Jeans are probably one of the toughest garments to sew and get right (you know, so they don't look homemade). This episode, Christine catches up with Angela Wolf, contributor to Threads and Sew Stylish magazines, founder of ABO Apparel, and custom jean maker extraordinaire. Angela dishes on what to look for in fabric, how to distress denim (hint: a trip to Home Depot is in order), the perfect pockets, and how to get great topstitching. If you've been thinking of making jeans, or already tried and want to learn more, this is the episode for you! 

Easy Sewing for Beginners Podcast: Learn to Sew Online; Tips and Techniques; Easy Sewing Projects; Resource Recommendations

A podcast all about sewing! My goal is to help you learn to sew with useful tips and techniques, easy sewing projects, book reviews, sewing tool recommendations and recommendations to other online sewing resources.

Rank #1: ESFB 003: A New Easy Sewing Project, A Sew Along and More.
In This Episode A new easy sewing project from me A softie sew along from Abby Glassenberg with a cool prize A recommended resource for one of my favourite magazines An update on my sewing machine buying guide A recommended sewing podcast that you should listen to You can now subscribe to this podcast in iTunes! Click here. Links to Things Talked About in the Podcast A New Easy Sewing Project My new easy sewing project along with the video tutorial and downloadable PDF can be found here. Send me photos people! Softie Sew a Long Hosted by Abby Glassendberg. You can read more about Abby here. You can find the blog where Abby talks about the sew along here. Find the pattern for the Peanut Baby here. Upload your photo to Abby’s Facebook Page to enter the competition. You can see Abby’s awesome softie patterns here. Here are my peanut babies! My Magazine Recommendation: Sew-It  Today Magazine Find the subscription details for this magazine here. An Update for the Sewing Machine Buying Guide Find the downloadable buying guide and more in depth details on this blog post. A Recommended Sewing Podcast You can check out the Modern Sewciety website here. Find the podcast on iTunes here.  And More Great News! My podcast will be available in iTunes and other podcast directories very soon. Yay! I’ll let you know when that all happens. If you want to know as soon as the podcast is available, or to keep up with Easy Sewing for Beginner updates in, sign up using the form below. Until next time, happy listening to podcasts while sewing The post ESFB 003: A New Easy Sewing Project, A Sew Along and More appeared first on Easy Sewing For Beginners.

Rank #2: ESFB 004: Tips for Maintaining Your Sewing Machine at Home – An Interview With My Sewing Machine Technician.
In This Episode: I interview my local sewing machine technician to get some helpful tips and advice for how to maintain and care for your sewing machine at home. I’m out and about interviewing Malcolm Vaughan from Vaughans Shoe Store and Sewing Centre in my local area. He has been servicing sewing machines for 25 years, so lets just say he knows a bit about sewing machines! Wait until you hear what his most interesting thing was that he found inside a sewing machine during a service. It’s gross and will leave you wondering how it even got in there! Do You Still Have Unanswered Questions? This podcast episode has inspired me to create a video and printable resource guide for maintaining and caring for your sewing machine at home so if you have any other questions on this topic then contact me here and let me know or leave your questions in the comments section below and I’ll do my best to answer them in the video tutorial or resource guide that will be coming in the near future. The Podcast is Now Available in iTunes! Yay! It can be annoying listening to the podcast from the website so now you can listen to it from your smartphone or tablet device wherever you are. You can now download the podcast from iTunes. You can find it here. If you’re not sure how to listen to podcasts on your smartphone or tablet device then leave a message in the comments below and I’ll create a video to show you how. Happy listening! The post ESFB 004: Tips for Maintaining Your Sewing Machine at Home – An Interview With My Sewing Machine Technician appeared first on Easy Sewing For Beginners.

Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"

The podcast for people who love to sew – from the people who love to write about sewing!Brought to you by the editors of Threads magazine, this insightful podcast takes on topics important to sewing enthusiasts. Listen in for humor, wisdom, and opinions from expert guests and the Threads staff as they discuss sewing techniques, fashion design, fitting conundrums, and more.Use your ears to become a better sewer! Hear the talent behind the world’s top garment-sewing magazine.

Rank #1: What is an Ideal Fit? | Episode 3.
Fit and design expert Sarah Veblen joins Threads editors to discuss what defines ideal fit and how it is achieved. 

Rank #2: Sewing With Threads | Ep. 5 .
Threads magazine editors discuss how they have tackled sewing challenges and offer tips and advice on overcoming challenges you might face.

Modern Sewciety Podcast

a blog and podcast about modern creatives in the sewing industry

Rank #1: MS episode 171: Carole Prevost from Carole’s Cricut Crafts. Cricut Expert and Mountain Make-a-Thon Teacher.
Join me as I get to know my fellow Cricut instructors for the Cricut Mountain Make-a-Thon in Salt Lake City, Utah July 30-Aug 1. I am so excited to be teaching this year and I hope you will join us for days of fun and learning. The post MS episode 171: Carole Prevost from Carole’s Cricut Crafts. Cricut Expert and Mountain Make-a-Thon Teacher appeared first on Modern Sewciety.

Rank #2: MS episode 165:: Kristi Schroeder- owner of Initial K Studios and Author of Southwest Modern.
Kristi from Initial K Studios is on the podcast with all the scope about her new book, Southwest Modern. The stories Kristi shares about the quilts in the book and the gorgeous locations she visited for out of the world photography. I loved that Southwest Modern is a quilting book as much as it is a travel book. I want to visit the locations with my own versions of the patterns in the book. Learn all about how Kristi started quilting, the idea that sparked Kristi submitting her first book proposal, and so much more.  The post MS episode 165:: Kristi Schroeder- owner of Initial K Studios and Author of Southwest Modern appeared first on Modern Sewciety.

Crafty Planner Podcast

A podcast about crafting and the creative process.

Rank #1: Sonya Philip of 100 Acts of Sewing / Episode 70.
Today's podcast guest is Sonya Philip of 100 Acts of Sewing. Living in San Francisco, California, Sonya is a maker, garment pattern designer, wife and mother.  During our podcast, we talk about her journey, how the act of sewing changed her perspective about herself, her thoughts on "fast fashion" and the empowerment of making for yourself.Podcast music by Mekanism Sound.Special thanks to Stonemountain & Daughter Fabrics for sponsoring this episode. For more information about this episode and a chance to win a subscription to Creativebug, please check out my website craftyplanner.com.

Rank #2: Amy Butler {Episode #119}.
Today's podcast guest is Amy Butler. Living in Ohio, Amy is an artist, fabric designer for Free Spirit Fabrics, teacher, author, and wife. Considered to be one of the leaders and community builders in the modern quilt movement, we delve into her work style, what motivates her, how she met her husband and best friend, her decision to start Blossom Magazine and more. I hope you enjoy the episode. For more information about this episode (including show notes), please check out my website craftyplanner.com.  Special thanks to The Confident Stitch for sponsoring this episode.

Stitcher's Brew Podcast

A cup of tea and crafty chatter with Gabby and Megan!

Rank #1: Episode One: Getting to know us!.
Get to know your hosts – Gabby and Megan and find out what this podcast is all about!

Rank #2: Episode Twenty-Two : Standing Out In The Sewing World with Marilla Walker and Rosie Martin.
This week’s guests are Marilla Walker and Rosie Martin

Craft Industry Alliance

An interview show for creative entrepreneurs.

Rank #1: Episode #117: Lauren Fairweather.
On today’s episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast we're talking about building an audience around your creative passions with my guest, Lauren Fairweather. Lauren Fairweather is a YouTube content creator, Etsy seller, and independent musician who runs all of her creative businesses from home. This YouTube NextUp winner and mom of one has created videos for many companies including HGTV, SyFy, Simplicity, Intel, and Guitar Center and she recently starred in a video course for YouTube's Creator Academy. When she can get out of the house, Lauren enjoys speaking on panels, selling her handmade work, and performing her original music at online video and nerd-themed conventions around the world.  We talk about getting comfortable being a super fan, building an audience on YouTube, Patreon, and much more. +++++ This episode is sponsored by Spoonflower. If you’re a creative person who loves to design, there’s nothing quite like the feeling of seeing your art printed onto fabric, or better yet — seeing someone across the globe purchase it and make something amazing. Spoonflower is the first company to make it possible to digitally print custom fabric, wallpaper and gift wrap with no minimums, and no limitation of colors. Shop from thousands of indie designs, or sell your own designs and earn up to 15% commission on every sale. The best part? As an independent seller you always keep the rights to your work. Craft Industry Alliance podcast listeners can get 15% off your next Spoonflower fabric order. Go to try.spoonflower.com/abby and enter your email address to receive your coupon code. +++++ Please note that this show used to be called the While She Naps podcast. The name has changed, but the content and host have stayed the same. To get the full show notes for this episode, visit Craft Industry Alliance where you can learn more about becoming a member of our supportive trade association. Strengthen your creative business, stay up to date on industry news, and build connections with forward-thinking craft professionals. Meet with show host, Abby Glassenberg, each month for our Craft Business Roundtable, get access to courses and webinars taught by industry leaders, and much more.

Rank #2: Episode #116: Jean Wells.
On today’s episode of the Craft Industry Alliance podcast we're talking about owning a quilt shop and a premier quilt show with my guest, Jean Wells. Jean is an art quilter who is inspired by nature and the world around her. She’s also the owner of The Stitchin’ Post, a quilt shop in Sisters, Oregon that she’s owned for 43 years, and the founder of the Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show, a world-renowned show that attracts tens of thousands of visitors to Sisters Oregon each July. She’s the author of over two dozen books, is a popular workshop leader and presenter, and the winner of numerous national awards in the quilting industry. +++++ This episode is sponsored by Rebecca Bryan of Bryan House Quilts. Bryan House Quilts, is offering a new online workshop, “Playful Color Theory for Quilters”, at the end of March! Head on over to Rebecca’s website bryanhousequilts.com for more details and to sign up for her newsletter. Listeners are welcome to a 20% discount on all Rebecca’s online workshops by using the code abby20 at checkout.  +++++ Please note that this show used to be called the While She Naps podcast. The name has changed, but the content and host have stayed the same. To get the full show notes for this episode, visit Craft Industry Alliance where you can learn more about becoming a member of our supportive trade association. Strengthen your creative business, stay up to date on industry news, and build connections with forward-thinking craft professionals. Meet with show host, Abby Glassenberg, each month for our Craft Business Roundtable, get access to courses and webinars taught by industry leaders, and much more.

Love to Sew Podcast

Helen Wilkinson and Caroline Somos host Love to Sew, a fun weekly podcast about making clothes, sewing community, and small business. They talk about their passion for sewing a handmade wardrobe and their daily lives as creative entrepreneurs. Listen to interviews with indie business owners and inspiring sewists who totally understand your obsession with sewing.

Rank #1: Episode 116: Our Favourite Sewing Tools.
We are sharing our favourite items in our sewing toolkits! We also cover toolkit checklists for specific projects such as jeans-making and bra-making. Do you want to level up your sewing toolkit? We cover that too!

Rank #2: Episode 4: Modern Sewing with Katie Marcus.
Katie Marcus from What Katie Sews shares how she learned to sew, her favourite makes and patterns, and her passion for sustainability through sewing. Katie has a modern approach to sewing, focusing on wearable makes that reflect her strong sense of style. We loved getting to know Katie and we hope you do too!

Sit & Sew Radio

Welcome to Sit & Sew Radio, a Quilt Addicts Anonymous podcast with Stephanie Soebbing. Hear interviews with influential and interesting people in the quilting world, learn about new quilting books and notions and hear some fun quilting stories. Listen to each new episode while you are sewing. Produced by Quilt Addicts Anonymous blogger, teacher and pattern designer Stephanie Soebbing.

Rank #1: Episode 31 - Amanda Murphy and Rebecca Bryan.
Welcome to Episode 31 of Sit & Sew Radio, a Quilt Addicts Anonymous podcast.Today's episode features Amanda Murphy, Bernina spokesperson, author and fabric designer, and Rebecca Bryan, author, teacher and fourth generation quilter.Both interviews were recorded at QuiltCon and it was kind of fun to listen to them a couple months after they were initially recorded. At one point Rebecca Bryan and I were talking about the brick and mortar version of Quilt Addicts Anonymous, which at the time I was still considering an open studio. Now it is definitely a full blown quilt shop, complete with staff, a large class space and fabulous modern fabrics. That just shows you how much can change in a couple months.And speaking of the shop, the Spring Clearance Sale is happening right now. There are nearly 100 fabrics, bundles, thread packs and patterns that are on sale. Right now they are 25% off, but the price will continue to drop over the next two weeks as we move some of the items that have been around for a bit to make room for the new fabrics arriving in May. so click here to check it out and get a great deal.Bernina, Amanda Murphy Designs, Benartex, Amanda Murphy, Nordic Holiday, Amanda Murphy, fabric designer, authorBernina, Amanda Murphy Designs, Benartex, Amanda Murphy, Nordic Holiday, Amanda Murphy started her career in the quilting industry as a fabric designer for Benartex. With a background in graphic design, creating beautiful prints for fabrics was a natural starting point.From there she began authoring books on quilting, signed on as a spokesperson for Bernina and now travels the country teaching people to improve their quilting and let go of mistakes.In our interview Amanda shares some great tips on how to improve your free motion quilting (hint: it includes listening to podcasts like this one) and which comes first for her, the fabric design or the quilt she wants to make with the fabric.Amanda's new fabric line Nordic Holiday with Benartex is shipping to quilt shops this month. You can learn more about Amanda by visiting her website, amandamurphydesign.com.Rebecca Bryan, Modern Triangle Quilts, Bryan House QuiltsRebecca Bryan, author, teacherRebecca Bryan, Modern Triangle Quilts, Bryan House QuiltsRebecca Bryan is a fourth generation quilter who became obsessed with quilting after discovering modern colors and fabrics.She started pursuing quilting as a career after her first book idea came to her in a dream. She took it as a sign that quilting was supposed to be more than a hobby and today she has published two books, is working on a series of online classes and is working on her first fabric line.In our interview we talk about how she developed a career for herself, developing her own sense of color and design from her traditional roots and how she balances career and being a mom to four kids.To learn more about Rebecca, visit her website bryanhousequilts.com.

Rank #2: Episode 35 - Tula Pink.
Welcome to Episode 35 of Sit & Sew Radio, a Quilt Addicts Anonymous podcast. This week we are thrilled to have renowned fabric designer Tula Pink as our guest. Tula, who just released her 25th fabric collection at Fall Quilt Market this past weekend, has withstood the test of time and remains a creative force in the industry. Speaking of market, we just unveiled our own new pattern, Medallion Star, to glowing reviews in Houston. Use this week’s coupon code MEDALLION10 to save $2 on a Medallion Star pattern at shop.quiltaddictsanonymous.com. It was so much fun to talk to Tula Pink, but this episode brought with it some new challenges. I spoke to Tula the week before market about her fantastic new products, AND I COULDN’T SAY A WORD ABOUT IT TO ANYONE. Not even my husband. In our interview, Tula discusses her great efforts ahead of this year’s market to keep her newest fabric collection top secret. In the past, word always seemed to creep out ahead of time. Now that market is over, I can’t wait to share this interview with you. Tula discusses her milestone 25th collection, Tula Pink All Stars, which is an incredible accomplishment that is not lost on Tula. To commemorate the occasion, Tula’s All Stars collection recreates some of her most iconic and coveted prints from her archive and gives them a color makeover. That includes the original Owl from Full Moon Forest, which is from her very first collection and holds special meaning to Tula as she notes in the interview. There’s also the Bee from Flutterby, Tail Feathers from Plume, Squirrel from The Birds & the Bees, Raccoon from Acacia and Frog Prince from Prince Charming. “With this 25th (collection) I wanted to really offer something special,” Tula said. “It felt like a big deal and I wanted to make it a big deal.” We also talk about Tula's new book, Coloring with Thread: Stitching A Whimsical World With Hand Embroidery. In this book, which is available for pre-order at Amazon, Tula’s most memorable fabric designs are brought to life by needle and thread along with instructions so you can do it at home. In our interview, Tula discusses the connection with her collaborators who stitched her designs featured in the book. “It was just a really cool way to bring in my followers and the people I’ve connected to on social media into a project with me, to let them have some ownership of it, because that’s really what I do,” Tula said. “I create a raw material, but it’s everything that everyone else makes out of it that sort of completes the collaborative process.” Also in the interview Tula opens up about her creative process, which is a fascinating listen coming from one of the most inventive creators in the business. To learn more about Tula Pink please visit tulapink.com. We hope you enjoy the episode!