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Sew-organised-styleHer Heart AustraliaHer Heart Australia was able to provide Ronda Hazell with a cardiologist for her current heart diagnosis. Maria Theoharous and Dr. Radhika Arunkumar discuss prioritising health, specifically women's health and focusing on key questions about heart attack. They share a checklist reviewed by health professionals and highlight differences in symptoms of a heart attack between women and men. Her Heart Australia resources can be found at https://herheart.org/ Listen to the podcast for more healthy heart tips. Post script: Ronda did more of her own research about...
2025-08-1819 min
Sew-organised-styleSewOver50 news updateWell, this is very exciting! (It's only a teeny video/audio but it's good news! ⭐️). SewOver50 has been nominated for a Golden Scissors Award in the Social Impact category organised by the @CraftIndustryAlliance in Chicago in May. In this podcast, Sandy discusses the work SewOver50 has done since 2018 to support this award nomination. We certainly do like to be visible, included and represented so it's absolutely terrific to be noticed. #SewOverAgeism! Of course, this is an award for all of our community who have supported us, many of you over...
2025-01-2403 min
Sew-organised-styleYour suggestionsYou'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 seworganisedstyle@gmail.com Your ongoing support for 5 years of podcasting is much, much appreciated. This is as much...
2024-06-2402 min
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#139: Behind the Scenes of Podcast Making with Maria TheoharousThis is the second part of my conversation with Maria Theoharous in advance of our feed swap next week. In this part we find out just how organised IS the maker of the Sew Organised Style podcast?! Plus we share which of our previous guests have surprised us and how…
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Ep. #138: Making Sewing Podcasts with Maria Theoharous
Maria Theoharous makes the Sew Organised Style podcast.
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2024-06-1400 min
Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably#138: Making Sewing Podcasts with Maria TheoharousHave you ever wondered what it might be like to make a sewing podcast? Maybe not, but I’ve recorded a conversation with fellow sewing podcaster, Maria Theoharous from Sew Organised Style, that will give you some insights anyway!
Maria and I came up with lots of fun and illuminating questions to pose to one another. We talked for so long that we're splitting this chat into two episodes, the second part will come later this week. So press play if you want to know which episodes Maria and I are most proud of, and what mistakes we’...
2024-06-1000 min
Sew-organised-styleCristin MorganCristin Morgan is a fibre artist and embroiderer from Richmond Virginia and is a Domestika tutor. She is self taught with lots of years of practice. Lettering for embroidered patches: Make a wearable statement is a technique used in the past and is very applicable to making an embroidered statement on your clothes today. This episode on Sew Organised Style podcast featuring the tutors on the Domestika platform was produced by me Maria Theoharous, with permission of Domestika. Sound by Bensound dot com. On Sew Organised Style podcast website seworganisedstylepodcast dot com, that’s o...
2022-10-2614 minSew-organised-styleMaria MandeaMaria Mandea is a tutor on the Domestika platform. Maria’s course on Domestika is called 'Soft toy making for beginners' and we’ll chat about her background so you can learn more about her expertise in design and development to teach this course. This episode on Sew Organised Style podcast featuring the tutors on the Domestika platform was produced by me Maria Theoharous, with permission of Domestika. Sound by Bensound dot com. On Sew Organised Style podcast website seworganisedstylepodcast dot com, that’s organised with an s not a z, you’ll find link...
2022-10-1913 minSew-organised-styleMaking Zen Online RetreatKate Ward of Zen Stitching has arranged this online retreat with 15 expert makers to share their skills with you close up. This is a free event. Making Zen Online Retreat begins on 18 October 2021 for 5 days and the free presentations are available until Sunday 24th October. Keep up to date through the Instagram account. This is Kate's sixth podcast and this time it's to encourage you to try a new technique with all the amazing speakers - Zac Foster, Meridith Woolnough, Sarah Woodyard, Sky Pennant, Liz Hayward, Maria Theoharous, Evelyn Bourne, Andrea Tsang Jackson, Raina McDonald, H...
2021-10-1819 min
Got Clutter? Get Organized! with JanetOrganizing Your Sewing Supplies and Space with Maria TheoharousFabrics, idea books and other supplies cluttering your creative space? Tune in as fellow podcaster Maria Theoharous, Sew Organised Style share ways to keep your space organized and those creative juices flowing.
They are Australia and New Zealand’s first sewing community podcast. You’ll hear a range of interviews from their diverse sewing community network by Maria Theoharous, the producer of Sew Organised Style podcast and occasionally from our Brisbane correspondent, Amy Tuite. They collaborate with Sewcialists, Sewover50, the Australian Sewing Guild and our sewing friends the Mending Mayhem, Sue Stoney, Juliet Walsh, Kate Ward of Zen...
2021-08-3029 min
Sew-organised-styleMaria Yap is backMaria Yap is back for Sewover50 Thursday to guide us through her sewing creative process. She admits she is an emotional fabric buyer and this means when Maria has a sewing project in mind, she has the fabrics to start her gorgeous makes. You'll find Maria contributing to the Sewover50 Instagram community. She has a sewing blog and her instagram account is full of inspiring projects. There are so many more Sewover50 Thursday podcasts to catch up on and hear from wonderful people from the Sewover50 community. Make sure you follow Sewover50 on Instagram today.
2021-01-1319 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Finished SeamsMaria Yap has a sewing blog that chronicles her sewing efforts. She's also this week's Sewover50 podcast guests. Maria found the Sewover50 community on Instagram 2 years ago and she's enjoying sharing her sewing journey with likeminded people from around the world. Many people know Maria through her pattern reviews and through the sewing contests she participates in. Sewing contest fuel her creativity and build on her extensive sewing skills. Make sure you checkout Sewover50 on Instagram and listen to all of their Sewover50 Thursday podcasts
2020-12-0918 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet EmiliaIn part 1 of Emilia's podcast there are so many topics they can cover and we focus on their journey before they started living their truth. At the end of our recording Emilia called part 1, 'Getting your pronouns right'. As Emilia says 'Binders are a small thing you can make to help overcome dysphoria that impedes you to function.' There will be more from Emilia as they discuss clothing, sewing and patterns. Emilia is an author for Sewcialists and they are speaking on Sewcialists Tuesday.
2020-08-2413 min
Sew-organised-styleASG online sewing workshopsLouise Sparrow is back to update us about 2 new online workshops and the next sewing challenge for September. The Australian Sewing Guild aims to share and further the art of sewing for their members. ASG has evolved to provide online sewing workshops this year and their members have been thrilled with their ability to adapt to our 'new normal'. Catch up on previous ASG podcasts on their podcast blog post. ASG podcasts transcripts are also available on the podcast blog post. The September challenge uses a pattern by Peppermint Magazine.
2020-08-2313 min
Sew-organised-styleMending Mayhem part 1 Katrine and Suzie are the Mending mayhem team. Mending is part of their daily lives and not just mending clothes. Mending is done with love. Every item has more than one life and mending is an everyday part of their lives. Katrine lives in Norway and comes from a family of textile crafters and Suzie lives in the Isle of Wight and is a textiles artist. They teamed up last year after Mending March to keep the mending message alive on Instagram. The visible mending...
2020-08-2015 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet TomasaTomasa is a guest editor within Sewover50. Happy 2nd year anniversary to Sewover50. Tomasa lives and breathes fashion. In this podcast, Tomasa talks about her sewing journey. Her sewing resume is extensive. Tomasa has had a few articles published in sewing publications. Did you know Tomasa is a pattern reviewer for Threads magazine? Next episode Tomasa talks about her role as a guest editor for Sewover50. You'll hear how Tomasa has given back to the sewing community throughout her life and sewing is the gift her mother gave her.
2020-08-1926 min
Sew-organised-styleDIY Mask researchThe lead copy-editor of the Sewcialists, Anne discusses the issues around masks and ppe as this is now an issue we're facing in many Australian states. The posts about DIY mask and ppe were published earlier this year. We're fortunate that the behind the scenes conversations about masks and ppe have been developed into 3 key posts - what it's like to sew masks; Kate's current research into making masks; and a scientist's thoughts on DIY masks. None of these blog posts are medical advice. You can find all the Sewcialists podcast on their podcast blog post.
2020-08-1711 min
Sew-organised-styleLorelie Jayne patternsAnother Australian local supports sewists and Australian Sewing Guild members with special discounts. Alison is the pattern designer and blogger for Lorelei Jayne patterns working from her home in Perth, Western Australia. Alison has so many resources for sewists that are just starting on their sewing journey.
2020-08-1610 min
Sew-organised-styleDes Whitehorn part 2Des Whitehorn is back again this week talking about 2 more sewing saves. She's our second sewing save guru that has bravely come onto the podcast to chat about how to save garments and even furniture for future use. Make, do, mend is something we're all able to do and Des gives us her knowledge to do just that. Go to her podcast blog post to hear both of her podcasts. Catch up with all the Sewing Save Series podcasts that were the brain child of Sue Stoney. Or as we call this series, 'hiding the...
2020-08-1310 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet MorrissewsMake do and mend is now a mantra for Tricia. She supports Extinction Rebellion, contributes to Make A Garment a Month Sewalong and has been a guest editor for Sewover50. Where does she get the time to do all of these things? You'll find out what drives her when you grab a cuppa to hear from Tricia. You'll have to join Visible Mend once you hear about this from Tricia. Tricia decided to help British industry by training in Textiles when she initially left school. Today she teaches sewing skills without using pins. You'll hear...
2020-08-1234 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet AnniebeeknitsThere's a whole team of people who keep the sustainability of Sewcialists. Anne Blayney also known as Anniebeeknits, is the lead copy-editor behind the Sewcialists team. Make sure you have a read of their latest About us post featuring the Copyediting team. The inclusive nature of Sewcialists is a fundamental when editing blog post contributions either from the sewing community of from the volunteers behind the scenes. They're a diverse group of professionals who give their time and expertise to bringing great content from all parts of our global sewing community. More from Anne in...
2020-08-1027 min
Sew-organised-stylePattern Union patternsSarah Pondevie is the designer behind Pattern Union patterns. She is an Industry Partner of the Australian Sewing Guild. Members get a discount when they purchase any Pattern Union Pattern. As Sarah says, inclusivity isn't just about size. Her patterns can be adapted to different body types. Her patterns can be adapted to different body types and she is committed to ensuring her patterns are always adaptable. You can find all ASG podcasts on our podcast website.
2020-08-0910 min
Sew-organised-styleWhat Des didDes Whitehorn can sew and has been sewing for years. She doesn't like to leave a garment unused or not worn. Once you know your style, it takes courage and thinking outside the box to figure out how to not let your fabric end up as landfill. Des discusses what her remake options where and what she decided would bring her joy. Des Whitehorn is the next contributor to our latest Sewing Save Series started by Sue Stoney. Tell us your sewing save stories through our facebook page, on our Instagram account or via our...
2020-08-0611 min
Sew-organised-styleStyle is agelessKaren Dolen wrote a 2-part guest post about Style for Sewover50. On today's podcast, Karen talks more about the path to finding your signature style without needing to pay a 'style consultant'. There are so many resources online and you can have a look at Karen's style board on Pinterest. Go to the Sewover50 podcast blog post to catch up on all the Sewover50 podcasts available featuring Judith Staley, Sandy Bach and Susan Young. You'll find great Sewover50 stalwarts you've already seen on instagram.
2020-08-0513 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet WhitneyGooseWhitney Remington recently posted her historical costume journey on the Sewcialists blog. The research behind Whitney's makes has influenced her to encourage others to incorporate historical styles into their everyday wardrobe. Whitney can be found twirling in her historical makes on her instagram account Whitneygoose. You can find Whitney's story on our podcast website with all the links to about Whitney's journey. Catch up on all Sewcialists podcasts and bookmark their blog and follow their Instagram account. Sewcialists is a sewing blog for everyone.
2020-08-0314 min
Sew-organised-styleAll Buttons great and smallAll Buttons Great and Small is a Sydney button retailer that provides buttons and closure both at the store and online. They have always provided a mail order service and you can order via their online collection. If you're looking for buttons online, you can contact All Buttons Great and Small. They have over 15,000 buttons in their store in Sydney. Their online store only lists 1,000 buttons so you should contact them directly for your special project. They're an industry partner for Australian Sewing Guild members so members get a discount on their purchases. Lucy of...
2020-08-0207 min
Sew-organised-styleSewing Saves with Sue StoneySue Stoney is back this week to tell us about how she saved a vintage linen table cloth and linen napkins. Sue is an avid op shopper and saving or reusing existing items are her speciality. You can read her blog post about more linen refashions too. You can read about all the sewing save series podcasts and hear them listed on the Sewing Save Series blog post.
2020-07-3011 min
Sew-organised-styleKaren DolenKaren Dolen or IntoStitches is an example of the depth of style within the Sewover50 community. You will know her as @intostitches on Instagram. She's a wonderful Sewover50 Stalwart, as they all are. This is part 1 of Karen's story. You'll find her guest Sewover50 instagram style post (part 1 and part 2) where Karen shares her style hints and tips and she showcases Sewover50 followers to demonstrate how style exists within the Sewover50 group. You'll find the full details of these instagram posts on the podcast website.
2020-07-2926 min
Sew-organised-styleClaire EmersonFor today's Sewcialists Tuesday, we hear from Claire Emerson. She's a bespoke tailor and you may not believe that when she first started, Claire didn't know how to thread up a sewing machine. Today she's a fully qualified coat maker and she has trained apprentice tailors. You can read her story on the Sewcialists website. You'll hear how much joy tailoring brings Claire in this podcast. Thanks for listening.
2020-07-2732 min
Sew-organised-styleASG MondayLouise Sparrow updates us on the Pleated Skirt challenge. With the lockdown in Melbourne, Speciality Pleaters will be closed for 3 weeks. This challenge is being extended to ensure everyone gets their pleated skirt made. You still have time to join this challenge. There's more time to get your project done. Also get ready for more workshops. The triangle bound buttonhole and banded v-neckline workshops are being run again. Keep an eye out for the new shirt making technique workshops about to be launched. These workshops are great for new sewists and there is a more challenge workshops...
2020-07-2610 min
Sew-organised-styleSewing Save SeriesSue Stoney is a creative and is an educator, hence we're excited for Sue to start this series where you can get to share your sewing saves with our listeners. Like many of us, Sue love remnants. The dilemma is remnant fabrics are often too small for what you thought they could become. Each episode Sue will give us the back story behind each project/s. You can be included in this series. Just drop us your suggestion on our Instagram account or on our facebook page.
2020-07-2409 min
Sew-organised-styleCarol Crocker-Ware Carol or Anncie2001, is our next Sewover50 stalwart that kindly gave her time for this podcast. Her sewing story is compelling and heartwarming. Carol hosts a private Facebook Sewing group called Carol's Sewing Corner and a youtube channel and a blog - G-CAS dot net. Carol is self employed and had a sewing business for 12 years. You'll hear Carol's excitement when she took her first sewing classes. She's sewn for her son and is proud of the clothes she made him. That's why her tailoring skills are embedded in...
2020-07-2239 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Nicole MallalieuNicole Mallalieu is well known in the Melbourne sewing and design community. Sewists would have been to her workshops or have bought her You Sew Girl patterns. Today we hear how Nikki is teaching and how thriving through crisis is her super power. She's in the midst of developing chemostylehats that I know you'll find out more about in the coming months.
2020-07-2137 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists TuesdayChloe Read, the Australian Editor is back to update us about the now series on Vintage sewing; All chests welcome theme month of August and making on their goal is to build community and make everyone feel welcome through their comment policy. Make sure you subscribe to Sew Organised Style podcast so you are always up to date with the latest blog posts and theme months discussed each week on Sewcialists Tuesday podcasts. Make sure you follow Sewcialists on Instagram and bookmark their website.
2020-07-2012 min
Sew-organised-styleDraft T StudioThe Australian Sewing Guild has a number of Industry Partners. Some offer Guild members special discounts. Draft T Studio is one of those Industry Partners that does just that. Have a listen to Trish Hargrave to hear about her online sewing classes. Trish has since launched the online dress course and the online trouser course. These online workshops are specific to teaching and creating block patterns using The Pattern Drafter.
2020-07-1911 min
Sew-organised-styleThread talk with Juliet WalshJuliet Walsh answers a few questions from our Instagram account. Listeners were asked to submit their questions and Juliet answers them in this Thread Talk episode. She's a Sydney local who lives and breathes thread technology. Experimenting with good threads is the key to successful projects. Go to the podcast website to find all of Juliet's podcasts about threads. You'll find her troubleshooting checklist on the website too.
2020-07-1627 min
Sew-organised-style#magamsewalong #magamsewalong for June was all about #jugglingjune...whether it's patterns, prints, styles, projects or even time! Hope you were able to juggle and to join in with Sue Stoney @suestoney , Helene @hportemanteau and Suzy Roberts @sewinginspain in June! You'll know that their monthly challenges can overflow into the next month or two depending on your precious sewing time. Sewing a garment each month as part of your self care is the aim behind 'Make a garment a month' sewalong. Make a garment a month or MAGAM, started years ago by SarahLiz, a N...
2020-07-1524 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Monserratt LopezMonserratt Lopez wrote her story - Fat, mindful and happier than ever - June. This was a follow up story to Gillian's story - Sewing tips for gaining weight series. Sewcialists is a blog for everybody and their goal is to build community and make everyone feel welcome. We support crafting as an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders, orientations and sizes. Sew Organised Style supports their inclusive community and hopes you enjoy hearing Monserratt's story. She gain most of her skills to make pattern fit her through the C...
2020-07-1425 min
Sew-organised-stylePleated skirt sewalongASG joins with Specialty Pleaters once again, to bring you this AUSSEW-Along. Last time this sewalong was a circular skirt. This year it's a simpler version - a straight piece of fabric pleated into a yoke. A supply list will be emailed to you on Monday, 6th July. Instructions will be sent to you at regular intervals over the following 8 weeks. You'll find all ASG podcasts on our website.
2020-07-0509 minSew-organised-styleCamp Stitch SydneyIn Sydney we have a local group of volunteers who are running a local sewing camp. It's Camp Stitch Sydney. This groups of 6 friends have a camp style learning environment that gives everyone who attends a supportive community to simply focus on sewing. Their first Camp Stitch experience was fabulous for sewists and the team and fingers crossed they will run this again in 2021.
2020-07-0216 min
Sew-organised-styleDo you batch cut/sew?When lockdown took place in the UK, Susan Young felt like many of us. Paralysed by the quick changes we quickly had to make. This was coupled with lots of time on your hands but with restrictions to our previous lifestyle. Her blog posts contains many insights offered by the Sewover50 community. Did you know that when a post like this one on batch sewing was published on IG, comments flooded through for 36 hours. Make sure you join Sewover50 on Instagram today. There are so many great Sewover50 podcasts to listen to.
2020-07-0126 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Vicki MartinThose Darn Sew and Sews facebook group is run by Vicki Martin or Ms Vicki. She's a Queensland local who manages an enthusiastic rockabilly group who sew fabulous clothes and share their knowledge. She's a great Vintage sewing force and shares her personal stories on this podcast. This is Vicki's first podcast.
2020-06-3031 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists Tuesday winter editionChloe Read, the Australian Editor of the Sewcialists, talks about the August theme month. You'll have to listen to hear how to prepare for the next theme month. She also gives us a real example about how the Sewcialists team of expert volunteers are a real live team that happily helps each other out. Make sure you listen to the library of Sewcialists podcasts available and head over to the Sewcialists blog and Instagram account to stay informed.
2020-06-2908 min
Sew-organised-styleNSW Industry day teamTwice a year, ASG have an Industry Day for members. There's a whole history behind these events but the new team have made their mark to bring more value to the various interests of members. What this means is there's more to look forward to with the event team, formed with some of their skilled volunteers to make these days a more valued experience. ASG podcasts are also available as transcripts, on the Sew Organised Style ASG podcast page. You'll find the audience recording of Rebecca Ritchie's podcast here and on the podcast post. In 2021, t...
2020-06-2819 min
Sew-organised-styleThread talk 3Juliet Walsh, our local sewing thread expert, gives tips for buying good quality sewing threads. She also updates us on the recycled sewing threads made from PET bottles. Now that's exciting. There are so many sewing threads available and she encourages us to experiment with them when we're about to start a new project. This is the 3rd podcast in Juliet's sewing thread series. Make sure you subscribe or bookmark her podcast blog post to hear all of Juliet's podcasts.
2020-06-2522 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Carrie CunninghamCarrie Cunningham began sewing garments when she was 11 years old. She was self- taught until she started High School. She is the owner of Endless Dzns by Carrie, which is a custom garment, alterations, and accessory business that she began in 2007. You'll hear the breadth of work Carrie does in the sewing community, her local community through weekly food drives and for little dresses in Africa. Her heart fills with joy through her philanthropic work.
2020-06-2422 min
Sew-organised-styleRestarting your sewjoChloe Read, the Australian Editor of Sewcialists discusses the various responses from the sewing community about the blog post 'How do you motivate yourself when you lose your sewjo?' There's a call out for contributions from the sewing community about their 'vintage collections'. Catch up on every Sewcialist podcast via the website post or subscribe to our podcast via Apple, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Castbox, iHeartradio Podchaser, Luminary and on Libsyn. Keep in touch with Sewcialists through their blog, their Instagram account and for their podcasts.
2020-06-2212 min
Sew-organised-styleASG Monday June 2020We're still in June and ASG members have had an absolutely fun time sewing toys this month. It's a bit different for members who would focus on clothing but this is the right time to simply sew for the fun of it. Have a look at their picture gallery. ASG transcripts are being produced to make their podcast more accessible and can be translated into any language. Subscribe to our podcast via Apple, Google, Stitcher, Spotify, Castbox, iHeartradio Podchaser, Luminary and on Libsyn.
2020-06-2109 min
Sew-organised-styleThread Talk #2Juliet Walsh chats about the technology behind Gutermann sewing threads that make our projects successful. Today Juliet delves into all the threads, including cotton threads, quilting threads, sew-all threads, silk threads, elastic threads, metallic threads and the list goes on. You can hear just how much Juliet loves her work. Keep up with this sewing thread series on our podcast website. If you're a Sashiko expert, contact us so we can create a podcast for you.
2020-06-1811 min
Sew-organised-styleNatural v man made fabricsSusan Young continues discussing her Sewover50 blog post about the community's discussion about your fabric purchases. This episode goes into weighing up purchasing long lasting plastic-based fabrics against 'natural' fibres. Susan refers to her review of the Fashioned from Nature exhibit that took place at the V&A Museum exhibit a few years ago. We then discuss reduce, reuse, recycle. Make sure you read The Golden Thread-how fabric changed history by Kassia St Clair.
2020-06-1717 min
Sew-organised-styleSpending your money where it countsJacinta is a vintage fashion lover; owner of 35 plants and she is sassy as Mariah Carey. You will know Jacinta as the driving force behind 'spending your money where it counts' blog post on Sewcialists published on 6 June. That date is important because in the weeks prior, Jacinta took it upon herself to develop a spreadsheet of sewing/knitting/craft companies and vendors that are either black/indigenous owned or allies. By the way, Jacinta is Australian.
2020-06-1622 min
Sew-organised-styleSewing Weekender wrap up1,941 people attended Sewing Weekender online last week. They came from 37 countries. 23,610UK pounds were raised for NHS Charities Together, Mind Charity, Black Lives Matter and the Stephen Lawrence Charitable Trust. Charlotte, Kate and Rachel of the Fold Line, took their local Sewing Weekender and made it available to everyone who wanted to be part of this sewing get-together. Chloe also updates us on the way Sewcialists is growing their sewing community engagement to continue to be inclusive. Make sure you follow Sewcialists on Instagram, their blog and their podcasts.
2020-06-1510 min
Sew-organised-styleMore online workshopsThis month ASG are running more workshops and they're all online too. The initial bound buttonhole workshops were free to members as the ASG tutors were getting used to using Zoom to run these workshops. Members also had this time to get used to using Zoom for workshops. This experiment has really paid off, making ASG workshops more accessible to everyone globally. Louise chats to Maria about the new workshops that are filling up fast. Go to our podcast website to listen to previous ASG podcasts. Keep an eye out for the transcripts ASG are p...
2020-06-1413 minSew-organised-styleThread talk seriesOur local sewing thread expert, Juliet Walsh, chats about threads each Friday. In just one recording we covered so much and in this podcast you'll hear Juliet's background and love for sewing threads. You'll find this podcast and every podcast on our podcast website.
2020-06-1110 min
Sew-organised-styleFabric shopping part 1"How do you assess your fabric purchases? Is cheap fabric inferior, or can you sometimes find a genuine bargain? Does expensive always mean quality…and what does that mean? How do you weigh up long lasting plastic-based fabrics against 'natural' fibres that may gradually wear out but where ageing can add to the appeal of the fabric? The official blog writer for Sewover50, Susan Young of Susan Young Sewing, discusses the fabric purchase feedback and ideas followers of Sewover50 contributed on Instagram. Part 2 will go live next Thursday. Make sure you go to their podcast pos...
2020-06-1024 min
Sew-organised-styleSewing Weekender onlineCharlotteemmapatterns or Charlotte is working with Kate and Rachel of The Foldline to launch the first online Sewing Weekender. It was on 13 and 14 June 2020. The Sewing Weekender is an informal community sewing event, read their round up of the event last year with featured speakers and vlogs from attendees. This year all activities will happening online and 100% off profits from tickets sold will go to the charities NHS Charities Together and the mental health charity Mind. All the links are on our podcast website.
2020-06-0912 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists TuesdayChloe Read, the Australian Editor of the Sewcialists is back to update us about the blog posts for this week and the work that is happening behind the scenes with the Sewcialists team. The Sewcialists have just celebrated 3 years since the group was reformed. The team continues to support all groups within the sewing community as they are a sewing blog for everyone. You'll always find their podcasts on our Sewcialists blog post on our podcast website, Sew Organised Style. Follow Sewcialists on Instagram or on the blog.
2020-06-0810 minSew-organised-styleMore from MelMel discusses how she continues to invest in her skills through various workshops including pattern drafting. She discusses the joys of reusing existing dress and vintage fabrics for making bespoke pieces. You'll find this episode and part 1 of Mel's podcast on our podcast website.
2020-06-0422 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Sue StoneyYou may already be a fan of Sue Stoney through her blog fadanista - for indulging in fads or through her intagram account. Sue has always been on our list of people to chat to and thankfully Sue was able to fit in a chat with Maria over a morning coffee in Sue's home, via Zoom of course. You may have already met Sue through her travels as she meets fellow sewists and discovers fabric retailers and suppliers.
2020-06-0325 min
Sew-organised-styleMel Rose Couture part 1When Mel spoke to Maria and Anne, we knew this podcast should be a two-part series. Mel of Mel Rose Couture is a fun discussion about couture sewing and how Mel takes the stress off her clients when they're planning their 'big day'. Today we focus on sewing techniques and how planning makes couture sewing more manageable. All the links are on our podcast website. Subscribe to our podcast and catch Friday's podcast.
2020-06-0222 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists communitySewcialists is a sewing blog for everyone! This episode we recognise what's happening in our community to recognise that as a sewing community, everyone's ongoing safety is important. We also give you a rundown of this year's Sewing Weekender because it's online this year. As Aussies, we're thrilled to be able to attend this virtual event. All the links are on the Sewcialists podcast blog post so you never miss a podcast. Make sure you follow Sewcialists blog and Sewcialists Instagram account.
2020-06-0112 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Rebecca RitchieRebecca Ritchie, Head of Wardrobe Opera Australia was the keynote speaker at NSW Industry Day on 14 March 2020. The costumes Rebecca talks about are on the podcast website. The sound quality is taken while sitting in the audience so this is very faint. Rebecca discussed the process the team works through, bringing the initial sketches to the magical moment when they first appear on stage. From initial design sketches, through budgeting, sourcing fabrics from around the world, discussing with the cutter who determines how the costumes will be made, fittings with the artists and then working with a...
2020-05-2840 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet OhsewcathyIt's the connections you make that makes Sewover50 a great account to follow. Cathy discusses her sewing journey and now that she's found the Sewvover50 account, Cathy has made global sewing connections. On her most recent holiday in Scotland, Cathy met Judith Staley and she also attended Edinburgh Frocktails. What a great holiday! You'll hear so many wonderful Sewover50 followers on the Sewover50 podcasts.
2020-05-2707 minSew-organised-styleTatyana's School of CoutureAfter the pandemic hit and we all went into lockdown, running face to face workshops ceased. Now Tatyana Anderson is running her School of Couture online via Zoom. Not only that, she is also publishing the pattern to go with each couture workshop. It's so important to have accurate sewing with high end techniques and this is what you'll receive as you learn with Tatyana Anderson. Learn how to create your own custom fitted, stunning and original garments for a unique wardrobe with Tatyana Anderson. She's an Aussie local who comes from a family of couture sewing...
2020-05-2607 minSew-organised-styleFlatteringEvery week, Sewcialists post 3 blog posts and they've been doing this for 3 years. Last week they posted 3 blog posts even though they had 4 blog posts planned. You need to follow Sewcialists on Instagram because last week there was a very good discussion on how you use the word 'flattering' in the context of sewing, clothing and style. Catch up on all the Sewcialists podcasts here or on our website. You can also support our podcast through patreon. Make sure you follow the Sewcialists blog and Instagram account.
2020-05-2511 min
Sew-organised-styleDemystifying sewing machine feetWhen you own a sewing machine, it comes with a handful of sewing machine feet. But do you have any idea on what each one is used for. Louise Sparrow, Chair of the Australian Sewing Guild, shares with us a workshop that will demystify sewing machine feet. All the details of this workshop and previous ASG podcasts are on our ASG blog post.
2020-05-2406 min
Sew-organised-styleKay LenehanIt's a fact of life that online fabric shopping when you live in rural Australia. Kay is a keen couture sewist that shares her tips and tricks for purchasing online.
2020-05-2217 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Marcia - a sewover50 fanMarcia Loise Riddington rarely buys new fabrics and she enjoys hand embroidery. Through Sewover50 Marcia has found a supportive environment of like minded sewists. She enjoys the simple things in life. She lives her life, being herself and wearing clothes that are bright and suits Marcia's lifestyle. Colour and pretty fabric makes her happy. Listen to all the Sewover50 podcasts and hear from great people in the sewing community like Marcia.
2020-05-2009 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists part 2This is part 2 of our update by the Australian Editor for Sewcialists. They're the sewing blog for everyone. Today we hear about how this is a bumper week of blog posts. Subscribe to our Sewcialists podcasts and keep up to date on all their social media each week. There's so much more on the Sewcialists blog and Instagram account that you will love following.
2020-05-1908 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists Instagram updateThere was a lot of feedback from followers last week when Chloe Read posted 'a question a day'. You'll have to listen to this podcast to find out more. Tomorrow Chloe updates us on a big week of blog posts this week on Sewcialists website. Keep up to date on all Sewcialists podcast by subscribing to Sew Organised Style or go to their podcast page on our website.
2020-05-1809 min
Sew-organised-styleBeautiful bound buttonholesLouise Sparrow is running a few interactive workshops for members to learn a very achievable way of making beautiful bound buttonholes. These workshops will help their members keep their skills fresh. The recording of this workshop will be available on their website for members. Each week Louise, Chair of the Australian Sewing Guild provides an update on how ASG are making their guild more accessible. We're really pleased they're part of the Daily series at Sew Organised Style. You can catch up on their podcasts on our podcast blog posts with all of Louise's podcasts.
2020-05-1706 min
Sew-organised-styleCatch up with Amy TuiteWe've all been in isolation for a while now and there's a general easing into life at home. Amy's been sewing up a storm while in isolation and working from home. Amy Tuite shares what's on her sewing queue with Maria. We hope we've given you some inspiration to sew this weekend too. Catch up with us every day and each week to keep your sewjo working for you. Thank you for listening to the Sew Organised Style while staying safe.
2020-05-1409 min
Sew-organised-styleSewover50 evolvesJudith Staley created Sewover50 after a call out by the Sewcialists. This podcast Judith discusses how it's evolved into to a global inclusive community. Catch up of all the Sewover50 podcasts on their podcast blog post on our podcast website.
2020-05-1310 min
Sew-organised-styleChloe Read on InstagramThis week you'll find Sewcialists Instagram account is managed by the Australian editor, Chloe Read. Follow their account and join in with their daily Q&As. You'll find all their podcasts on our podcast website post. Stay in touch with the Sewcialists on Tuesdays. Their goal is to build community and make everyone feel welcome. They support crafting as an inclusive and welcoming space for people of all ages, abilities, ethnicities, genders, orientations and sizes. Sew Organised Style podcast supports those sewing community groups that make the effort to include everyone. Make sure you follow the Sewcialists...
2020-05-1108 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Evelyn WoodEvelyn Wood took the time to give us some more details about her vintage sewing school and her unique partnership with the Australian Sewing Guild. You'll find all these details and previous ASG podcasts on their podcast page of our website. Many people tag Evelyn on Instagram on Mondays with their mending efforts.
2020-05-1010 min
Sew-organised-styleMemademay2020Make sure you listen to part 1 where Zoe Edwards starts chatting to us about MeMadeMay2020. You'll find it here and on her podcast blog post. There are many patterns that excite us this month and we hope you'll join in whenever you're ready.
2020-05-0726 min
Sew-organised-style#isolationheadband challengeJudith Staley of Sewover50 discusses this quick and fun challenge developed by Sandy Bach of Sewover50 was run over one weekend in April 2020. It was fast, simple and needed at the time of social isolation. The aim of the challenge was to sew something to cover up your hair and more importantly, have a bit of fun. This is also Judith's very first podcast appearance so please make her feel welcome by letting her know on instagram. You can catch up on every Sewover50 podcast on our website.
2020-05-0612 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet 'SoZoZoe Edwards ('SoZo), the heart behind MeMadeMay gave us some of her time to chat about why she decided to run #MeMadeMay2020 during this time of staying at home. This episode is about what #MeMadeMay2020 is all about and how the experience and learnings are the focus and not the photos. You'll hear what Zoe loves about Me Made May 2020.
2020-05-0523 min
Sew-organised-styleMay I remind youMay has come around so fast. Chloe Read, the Australia editor for Sewcialists takes us through this week's blog posts and a very interesting read about Carnivale sewing and then the concept of shadow banning on Instagram. Throughout May, Sewcialists are updating us on their theme months so go and find out the latest on their blog posts. Catch up with all their podcasts on their dedicated podcast page.
2020-05-0410 min
Sew-organised-styleVintage Re-fashion WorkshopTransform a large shirt into a delightful camisole. This online workshop is brought to you courtesy of Evelyn Wood, ASG Industry Partner and founder of the Vintage School of Fashion and the Vintage Sewing School. Registration opens 15 May 2020 and closes 31 July 2020. Louise Sparrow talks about this worthwhile workshop! Another fun challenge from the Australian Sewing Guild. Go to our podcast webpage to find out more about ASG's latest works.
2020-05-0307 min
Sew-organised-stylecanyousewthisformeThis wonderful team bring us those ridiculous requests and communications we get as sewists and fibre artists. Their account is like therapy for sewists. Emily, AJ and Sara are the amazing trio behind Canyousewthisforme on instagram. It really is ok to ask for what your sewing is worth. You'll see them on our the podcast webpage with links to their IG accounts.
2020-05-0118 min
Sew-organised-styleSewover50 meetupSusan Young and Judith Staley held their very first Sew Over 50 Meet up in February this year. You can read all about this amazing day on Susan's blog post. People came from within the UK and from as far as Germany. Sew Over 50 started in August 2018 and this instagram group is growing by 1,000 followers per month. You'll see the joy on everyone's photos on Susan's blog post. Thanks again to Susan for being a great sport twice on Sew Organised Style podcast's Daily series.
2020-04-2915 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Ryliss BodYou'll always pick up some new knowledge when you attend a class at the Sewing and Design School run by the lovely and very giving Ryliss Bod. Her love of sewing clothes that look well made has given thousands of sewing people new skills and friendships through her sewing school. Ryliss brings the best instructors to her sewing school including our podcast friend Kenneth D King. Subscribe to the Sewing and Design school newsletter to keep up to date with the latest developments in the sewing community. Support our podcast channel through our Patreon page.
2020-04-2829 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialist TuesdayThere was so much feedback about Gillian's latest blog post about her sewing tips for gaining weight. This week there are some great stories about to be published as well as a new theme month. Want to know what they are? Listen in this morning to get find out. Keep in touch with Sewcialists through their blog and Instagram account. There are so many Sewcialists podcasts to catch up on too.
2020-04-2711 min
Sew-organised-styleASG May challengeThis week Louise Sparrow discusses an easy challenge to get stuck into - Cozy sweater knit dress - it's free to enter. Keep warm this winter in this cozy sweater-knit dress. The pattern is very simple and suitable for beginners; more advanced sewists are welcome to jazz it up. The challenge is working with knits and attaching ribbing. Only ASG members will be eligible for the prize draw. Want to keep the Daily series going? Hop into our Patreon page to keep our podcast podcasting! Catch up on every ASG podcast on their ASG Monday podcast pa...
2020-04-2607 min
Sew-organised-styleMeet Susan YoungDid you know the Sewover50 has an official blog writer? That's the role Susan Young does for the Sewover50 team. Her blog includes a whole gamut of sewing topics and you'll always be able to find the latest blog post Susan writes for the Sewover50 team as well as on the Sewover50 Thursday podcast page. Susan is a great advocate for the Sewover50 team. You'll hear more from Susan Young next Sewover50 Thursday.
2020-04-2215 min
Sew-organised-styleSewcialists Tuesday with Chloe ReadChloe discussed the feedback generated from last week's PPE blog post. The comments were quite extensive and demonstrated the kindness and thoughtfulness within the sewing community for those of use sewing for the community as we continue to face covid-19. Did you contribute to the sewing secrets discussion? This week's posts cover how two people who work in the sewing industry deal with sewing as their hobby. Gillian posts her sewing strategies to accommodate getting fatter. Next week Chloe updates us about their May initiatives. Catch up with all their podcasts on their dedicated podcast page.
2020-04-2009 min
Sew-organised-styleASG MondayLouise Sparrow, the Chair of the Australian Sewing Guild will be updating us on their planned and one-off activities they're developing for the sewing community. You can find their page on sewing projects and learning modules on the Aussew.org.au website. Keep up to date with the Australian Sewing Guild podcasts each week.
2020-04-1909 min
Sew-organised-styleHashtags part 2Sandy of Sewover50 knows hashtags but do you? If you haven't listened to last week's Daily podcast on Thursday, go back and listen to it. Our website has all our previous podcast episodes.
2020-04-1507 min
Sew-organised-styleTuesday Sewcialists updateChloe Read, the Australian editor from the Sewcialists' editorial team keeps you update to date of the broad range of well researched topics that you'll find this week. Keep an eye out for a new pattern line; the latest community call out (your sewing secrets), global research on masks and an award winning Kimono maker. This team of dedicated sewing community volunteers love their craft and live their inclusive community values.
2020-04-1309 min
Sew-organised-styleMargo and Clare FirthThere are great sewing people in our community and Margo and Clare share their love of couture sewing and repurposing fabric. Yes, These two concepts do compliment each other. The ancestors of Margo and Clare have sewn for generations and you'll hear how they're able to support each other while appreciating sewing from their unique perspectives. Go to our podcast website for a listener discount on pdf patterns by our sponsor Style Sew Me patterns. We appreciate your supporting us through our Patreon page so we can continue to support the sewing community.
2020-04-1232 min
Sew-organised-styleMake hashtags work for youBefore the long weekend starts, Sandy Bach of @sewover50 talks about hashtags. This is part 1 and you'll hear part 2 on next Thursday's Sewover50 podcast. Sandy really knows her way around hashtags. Hopefully you'll have some sewing time this long weekend.
2020-04-0808 minSew-organised-styleWednesday Amy podcastThere are quite a few Brisbane Spoolettes and each one has their individual take on sewing. Shannon is one of them in conversation with Amy they get around to rating sewing reality shows. Have a great Wednesday. Send us your support on our Patreon page so we can continue to support the sewing community.
2020-04-0711 min
Sew-organised-styleTuesday with the SewcialistsIt's Tuesday and the Sewcialists aim to get your sewjo prepped for the day. Chloe Read, their Aussie representative gives us an insider view on how this sewing group operates. The nuts and bolts behind their ongoing work is due to their dedication to the sewing community. Keep up to date with the Sewcialists every Tuesday. Make sure you follow the Sewcialists blog and Instagram account.
2020-04-0611 min
Sew-organised-styleFriday Morning startWe've all made it through another week of working from home and being sew inspired to sew. That's what we're all about. Get your sewjo motoring for the weekend ahead with Virtual Frocktails. Stay home and stay safe listeners. Make sure you stay in touch with Amy Tuite through her podcasts and on Instagram
2020-04-0209 min
Sew-organised-styleSewOver50 ThursdaysSewover50 grows each month by 1,000 followers that they know about. They have many keen followers who haven't officially followed their IG account. SewOver50 group of dedicated volunteers have been running since August 2018. Judith Staley is the founder and she picked up the call from @sewcialists to identify a group for equality within the sewing world. Judith and Sandy Bach work solidly with their teams for the sewing community raising the profile of the over 50 group with kindness. Susan Young writes Sewover50's insightful blog posts. Support the daily show through our Patreon page so we can continue t...
2020-04-0117 min
Sew-organised-styleWednesday morning podcastCatch up with Amy Tuite and Maria to see what's on their sewing table. Shout out to @daisysewcrazy and @raches with their #daisyandrachesvirtualsewalong, @facesofgippsland and the team behind @canyousewthisforme. Happy Wednesday everyone.
2020-03-3112 min
Sew-organised-styleSOS Daily with SewcialistsSewcialists are a sewing blog for everyone! They run 4 fun theme months and this morning Chloe Reid updates us on their current challenges, in case you missed Sewcialists on instagram. They continue to host discussions about diversity, and feature posts by our community! You'll find Sewcialists podcasts and so much more on the Sewcialists blog next week.
2020-03-3011 min
Sew-organised-styleKATM Kylie and the MachineKylie of Kylie and the Machine (KATM), and I chatted in January and today is her birthday. Happy birthday Kylie. KATM was launched 2 years ago with her cool labels and now cute buttons. She has the sewing community at the heart of everything she does. You'll hear how what makes Kylie happy also fuels her agility and creativity. Her free Ida clutch is such a Frocktails favourite. Send us your support through our Patreon page so we can continue to support the sewing community.
2020-03-301h 15
Sew-organised-styleSew Organised Style morningsWe're all in some type of lockdown and podcasts published regularly on weekdays are to help you deal with feeling socially isolated. From Monday to Friday you'll hear short podcasts from people across the sewing community talk about what's motivating them while we're all dealing with social isolation in all its forms. Contact us on our Instagram account if you want to be part of this community podcast series. What's motivating you in the sewing community? Challenges. Hashtags. If you enjoy our daily series, go to our Patreon page to support us.
2020-03-2911 min
Sew-organised-stylePerfect againPerfect again is where you go to find a light bra form that suits your personal needs after a mastectomy. These breast forms are just one option to consider when you've already endured the medical and personal trauma of breast cancer and want to look like yourself again. You won't feel weighed down. These breast forms are made in Australia. All the links to Perfect Again are on our website at https://seworganisedstylepodcast.com/
2020-03-1629 min