Sewing Out Loud: Recent Episodes
Zede's Sewing Studio
Learn the technical information you need to sew successfully and have some fun with Zede and Mallory Donohue of SewHere.com
Zede and Mallory share how they save the day with a speedy repair job on a jersey.
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Long time podcast listener Fred asks Mal and Zede what presser foot pressure is and what's the deal with hump jumpers. They of course have some answers for her.
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Mallory walks Zede through embroidering a design using a machine with a camera and one without. There may be a tangent or two about pasties and goats.
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Mallory shares her bed bug scare from her summer travels and how she treated her textiles.
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Mallory and Zede debunk some common misconceptions about serger thread and only using cotton fabric for crotches.
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Zede shares some of her favorite ways to refashion t-shirts.
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Zede and Mallory are back in sewing action just in time to finish up some last minute vacation items.
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Zede and Mallory answer/explore group member questions about capsule wardrobes and how to overcome tendencies of perfectionism/self criticism of things we sew.
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Zede and Mallory share how they navigate sewing with sticky fabrics and combat hungry thighs while making shorts.
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Mallory and Zede answer questions about making Easy T shirts out of double gauze and may share a couple sewing tips and tangents.
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Zede and Mallory are back to podcasting! Fiona the fatty tumor is introduced and bid farewell and Mallory shares her current costuming project for the musical Fun Home.
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Zede and Mallory take a stroll around their sewing studio and share some of the oddities they have hanging around.
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Zede and Mallory answer some Facebook group member questions about how to successfully sew buttonholes on jeans or thicker areas of fabric and how to notch fabric when you want to finish the edges with a serger.
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Mallory and Zede discuss the pros and cons of trading in a machine versus buying a new one.
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Zede and Mallory explain the what and how of denim twisting and share ways to avoid it.
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In continuation from the last veil episode Zede explains how to edge the veil, prep the comb and how she likes to attach the veil to the comb.
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Zede and Mallory are making a wedding veil for a long time family friend and share their process including expert tips for success.
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Mallory's kids finally get stockings made by Zede and herself of course. Zede shares how the crazy Christmas stocking tradition came to be and how she creates them.
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This episode is prompted by a flood of questions received after Zede shared a picture of her lovely coverstitching. What is a coverstitch? How can you make the stitch? How is it different than an overlock stitch? Mallory and Zede answer all these questions and more.
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Mallory and Zede continue the tour de sewing machine by exploring the parts of a machine that help you deliver thread through it.
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From extension tables to kitchen tables and floors and more, Zede and Mallory share how important sewing surfaces can be.
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Zede and Mallory continue their in-depth machine conversation focusing on throat plates.
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Zede and Mallory delve into the next set of stitches - zig zag and overcasting stitches.
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Building on the previous episode Mallory and Zede delve into which stitches you should familiarize yourself with when starting to sew as well as how the stitch selector can function.
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Zede and Mallory delve into Debbie's question about what skills a beginner sewer should know.
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Zede and Mallory actually answer Dana's questions about when it's ok to deviate/take a more efficient approach to sewing instructions and how to store sewing projects that might get interrupted for a bit before they get finished.
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Mallory and Zede break down what a hem facing is, multiple ways to construct one and also how to grade and under stitch to get really nice finish.
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Mallory and Zede answer a listener's question regarding making a t-shirt quilt which includes a must do step to keep frustrations at bay.
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In this episode Zede and Mallory revisit the Made to Measure Leggings drafting pattern to answer some questions about body measurements, proportions and drafting for them.
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In the second installment of the sequin dress Mallory shares her lining trials and tribulations and how she arrived at her finished garment.
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Mallory shares how she constructed the outer mesh sequin part of her t-shirt dress for a formal wedding she attended. She was able to finish right on time but there may have been some carnage along the way.
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In this episode of the podcast Mallory and Zede share some of their more recent projects they've been stitching on.
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Bobbie asked the Facebook group for machine buying input and Mallory and Zede use their machine dealer knowledge to help her navigate the differences in machines.
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Mallory and Zede explain why you might find fabric knit in tubes versus flat and how to keep your pressing cloths clean.
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Mallory and Zede dedicate a whole episode to one Facebook group question and maybe some tangents. What is couture and more specifically does it exist in the knit garment realm?
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Zede shares how she distinguishes which Gentle Leader fits each of her dogs. Her and Mallory answer a Facebook group member's question about how to orient a buttonhole on the back of a dress.
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Zede and Mallory answer more SewHere group member questions concerning PDF patterns and fabric shrinkage.
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What's the Golden Rule of Sewing and the most commonly missed step when getting ready to sew? Threading with your presser foot up!!!
Zede and Mallory explain why it's so important and why you should tell all your friends about this rule!
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Zede shares how she embroidered her new life jackets she got for paddle boarding.
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Bunched fabric, your machine stitching in place, fabric getting caught under the feed dogs - the struggles can be real when trying to start a seam on knit fabrics. Mallory and Zede offer helpful tips and tricks to make this process more successful.
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Mallory and Zede pick up where they left off last episode and give their advice/expertise on how they upsize t-shirts.
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Zede and Mallory share how they downsize larger ready to wear T-shirts.
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Mallory and Zede answer Melissa's questions about sewing with linen.
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Zede and Mallory share some of their favorite podcast memories and some listeners favorites too.
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Find out what material Zede and Mallory like and recommend to use for swimsuit lining as well as how they line their suits.
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Mallory and Zede answer more questions from the Facebook group including best practices for suit longevity, how to accommodate full busts, bellies, and fupas and what is and where to get board short fabric.
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Mallory and Zede answer group questions regarding swimwear.
Questions like where can you purchase swimwear fabric, what is the best type of elastic to use, can you dye swim fabric?
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Zede and Mallory talk about the three areas of a sewing machine that have/hold tension and how important each is.
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Mallory and Zede walk you step by step through the process of embroidering on ready to wear knits.
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What types of fabrics are used for linings, can you add or omit a lining to a pattern, why do you line garments? Zede and Mallory answer these questions and more.
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Zede and Mallory take more Facebook group questions regarding zippers. This time they touch on how to insert a zipper anywhere and how to replace one.
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Zede and Mallory share their own sewing goals as well as SewHere Facebook members sewing goals.
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Frustrated or intimidated by zippers? Installing one for the first time or just want to learn a new technique well Mallory and Zede describe the parts of a zipper, how to lengthen and shorten them and the insertion process in a muslin.
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Zede and Mallory poll the facebook group to see what sewing mistakes people make repeatedly. They are here to listen, commiserate with, and share ideas on how to avoid those mistakes.
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Zede and Mallory share how they organize and store ongoing projects.
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Zede and Mallory share why they love when patterns include finished garment measurements and how they use this information.
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Zede and Mallory make a whole podcast out of a tangent about odors, fabric and the stink of Febreeze.
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Zede and Mallory walk you step by step though the process of embroidering a terry cloth towel.
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Zede and Mallory answer member questions from their Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook group.
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Zede and Mallory wrap up their stabilizer series with a description and use discussion of wash away stabilizers.
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In this second stabilizer installment Zede and Mallory explain what tear away stabilizers are and how you can use them in numerous applications from embroidery to making the perfect buttonhole.
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Zede and Mallory explain what stabilizer's are and when and why you may need them. They focus on Cut Away stabilizers in this first installment of the series.
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As Mallory went through the process of taking apart, degreasing/re-greasing, and replacing parts in her mixer, she just couldn't ignore the similarities to the sewing machine world, and we just had to podcast about it!
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Using a rotary cutter and tracing sewing patterns are things Zede and Mallory do almost every time they are in the studio. These are non-negotiable processes for us- but they take some getting used to!
As we mentioned in our "Adjustment Periods: Knee Lift and Serger" episode, sew however you like and do what makes you happy, but after decades and decades of sewing and teaching others, we're confident that these two things can make your sewing life better! So, let's get started!
How to Get Used to Using a Rotary CutterRotary cutters are fast and accurate. If you're afraid of cutting incorrectly or cutting yourself- let us put your mind at ease!
What you need to use a rotary cutterIn order to successfully use a rotary cutter, you must have a cutting mat and a place large enough to accommodate it! If you've got the space, we think this is one of the biggest time savers you will implement while cutting out garments- and we find it to be more accurate!
We don't pin our pattern pieces to our fabric, we use pattern weights- and this is preferable when rotary cutting, because you don't want to roll over a pin!
Advantages to using a rotary cutting instead of scissorsThe biggest advantage of using a rotary cutter instead of scissors is accuracy and lack of distortion. When you use scissors to cut garment pieces, you distort the yardage as the lower blade goes underneath the fabric. You just do! so, we find it so much more accurate and simple to keep our fabric in contact with the table as we cut with our rotary cutters.
Rotary blades are cheap and easy to replace. It's easier to keep your cutting equipment super sharp when you use a rotary cutter, because you don't have to go to a special place to get them sharpened, and you can replace the blade yourself if you do make some kind of mistake (going over a pin or bead) or you gut through a bunch of carpeting (Zede).
In order to be successful, secure your fabric and pattern pieces with weights or tape- that's right, tape! If you have a particularly slippy fabric, you can tape it to your cutting table. And don't underestimate weighting the yardage outside of your pattern pieces, it can help keep things stable as you progress through the cutting process.
How to practice with a rotary cutterIn general, there are two ways to use a rotary cutter- with a ruler and without. If you are cutting a long strip of fabric or a pattern piece with a straight edge- get out a ruler!
Hold the ruler in place with your non-dominant hand, and attempt to keep this hand behind the rotary cutter as you cut. Keep the rotary cutter close to the ruler. The ruler should be place on top of the pattern piece and the fabric that is uncovered should be the fabric you are cutting away from the pattern piece- so, just in case you do mess up and veer away from the ruler, you aren't cutting into your pattern piece.
Get out some pattern pieces with gentle curves and cut them out of one layer of stable fabric. See how it goes. Theoretically, it should be easier to cut curves with the curved blade of your rotary cutter than with the straight blade of your scissors. Practice keeping your non-dominant hand behind the cutter and out of its path.
Find the right rotary cutter for youWe love the Olfa ergonomic handle, and own several. You may try out a few different kinds before you find the right one for you.
You can also buy different sizes. We use the 45mm rotary cutter most often, but the size 60mm is popular with quilters cutting big strips and the size 28mm or 28mm is popular with people cutting small, curvy pieces for lingerie or doll clothes.
How to use a rotary cutter safelyRotary cutters are sharp! That's why we like them and that's why they can be intimidating. A lot of people feel that rulers keep them safe, and only rotary cut with a ruler- ruling out curved garment pattern pieces. However, I have seen overzealous cutter jump the ruler!
There are protective gloves you can buy and use while rotary cutting, and some people swear by them! In fact, I learned on the set of Fons and Porter's Love of Quilting that they always use a glove, because when they didn't wear one, they got lots of emails from nervous viewers!
I have to be honest and say that I injure myself more in the kitchen that the sewing room, and I don't feel the need to wear the glove, personally.
Always keep your hand behind the rotary cutter, whether you're using a ruler or not (see paragraph above). You will use your non-dominant hand to stabilize your body and your fabric, and if it's behind the path of the cutter- it should be safe!
Keeping a new, sharp blade in your rotary cutter will keep you from having to struggle to cut and securing your fabric in place properly will help prevent any slipping mishaps.
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How to Get Used to Tracing Sewing PatternsOk, this is our most controversial position (other than the 3-thread narrow). We REALLY believe you should trace your multi-size sewing patterns. We admit, this is an entire extra step in the sewing process that you could theoretically skip- and who doesn't want to save time??? However, if you cut the wrong size or wish to return to the pattern when you change sizes or make it for a different-sized wearer, you'll be glad you took the time to trace!
What you need to trace patternsYou need tracing paper! The best tracing paper is the tracing paper you like. We use medical-exam paper- the stuff you sit on at the doctor's office- but you can use swedish tracing paper, interfacing, or even vinyl shower curtains! You just need to be able to see through it and to mark on it.
We also recommend tracing in a bold pencil. We love these chunky mechanical pencils for tracing patterns. You might also like to use color coded sharpies for some things, once you know your pattern is accurate and finalized.
Why should you trace sewing patterns?
I wrote a very passionate blog post about why you should trace your patterns. The main tenet is: you don't want to lose information. When you cut out one size from a multi-size pattern, you lose the other sizes (sometimes even the smaller sizes, depending on how the pattern is nested). Plus, many sewists regularly blend between sizes to accommodate their bodies.
As I say in the blog post above- it's sheer hubris to cut and be sure that's exactly the information you'll need for the entire extent of your sewing life. You wouldn't cut out a paragraph from a book you like- right? Leave the pattern intact!
Trace some patterns!
Get used to it! Think of it as Sewing Out Loud boot camp! When you trace your patterns make sure to include
- Pattern Name/Number/Company
- Date
- Name of wearer
- Size (and note if you blended between sizes at any point)
- Darts, notches, gathering/pleating notation
- Seam allowances/hem allowances
I'm the queen of wishing to cut corners. If there's a good shortcut- I'll take it- but this is the one place that I don't take short cuts. In fact, the one time I cut out a pattern (I was so sure it was the right size), I made it through cutting to learn that some of the cutting lines were mis-labeled. So, even though I had done everything properly- the company had lead me astray.
I have a feeling that you may get converted to #teamtrace after you have some kind of mishap, like I did- but hey, you never know!
Trace. Just do it.
Have you taken the time to get used to rotary cutting and tracing? Let us know how it went!
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Mallory and Zede love their knee lifts and sergers which is why they dedicated a whole podcast episode on adjusting to using these amazing tools.
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Diff- What? Differential Feed!
Let's get started. First of all, you need to know that your serger has two sets of feed dogs- see? This is a side view with the foot on the serger and a bird's eye view without the foot.
Differential feed is literally that- it changes the speed of the feed dogs so that they "feed differently". More accurately, the back feed dogs stay constant, and the front ones change speed according to how you set the differential feed. Keep reading to find out about the settings.
Your serger has a place where you can set the differential feed. We've got a scale with N in the middle for "Normal" or "Neutral", then we have numbers above 1 up to 2, and numbers below 1 but above 0.
Also, there are little pictures to go with the numbers. Up above 2 we see a symbol that means the serger will gather up the fabric- the front feed dogs will move faster than the back.
Then below 0.8 we see a symbol that means the serger will stretch the fabric out- the front feed dogs will move slower than the back feed dogs.
Why ever would we want to do this?
Well, it can be fun. You can gather fabric up to make ruffles or you can stretch fabric out to make a "lettuce edge".
These are the samples that retailers often show to demonstrate Differential Feed, but I think that a more practical application gets lost in the excitement.
Sometimes Differential Feed is used to correct stretching or gathering of fabrics as they are fed through the serger.
This is so important, because it gives you another tool in making your sewing the best it can possibly be.
For example, I made my Copy Cat shirt the other day. I was using high quality knit fabric and correct settings on my serger (which are so easy to achieve with a Baby Lock!), but my seam waved a bit.
Now, this isn't a huge problem, it would have probably looked fine when I wore the garment, but I wanted a smooth seam. I knew what was happening- my fabric was being stretched out as it went through the serger. So, I bumped up my Differential Feed to 1.3- just one notch- and ran the fabric through again. Perfect! Now, even though I bumped the differential feed up toward 2 and toward that "gathering symbol", I didn't get a ruffle (and I didn't want one). I just got a corrected, smooth seam.
This is why it's important to do a little test before sewing your garment. If you've threaded your Baby Lock serger correctly, you won't be testing for tension or stitch balance- those things are automatic. You'll test for aesthetic purposes and to see how the fabric is reacting to the feed dogs. I recommend testing with a curved seam, so you can tell what's going to happen as you go over the straight, crosswise and bias of the fabric.
When you make something like a flannel baby blanket, most of the time you're stitching on the straight or crosswise grain, then on the corners we have bias as we make a curve- you may adjust your differential feed during just that part of your sewing, and then reset it when you're back on the straight.
Have you ever used your Differential Feed? What other questions do you have about sergers?
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Self Sewn Wardrobe Member Susan Low posted this picture in the group a couple of weeks ago:
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It's a picture of a small section of a tissue pattern from the Kwik Sew brand. The text on the pattern reads:
"WHEN CUTTING OR TRACING THE PATTERN PIECES, ALWAYS FOLLOW THE SAME SIZE ON ALL LINES AND PIECES.
NEVER CUT BETWEEN SIZES OR "BLEND" SIZES BY CUTTING FROM ONE SIZE TO ANOTHER.
Visit www.kwiksew.com/support for more information"
Well, did that all cause a stir! In fact, even 2 weeks later, people are still commenting!
So many people commented with hilarious sarcasm, and I can't recreate it all here- so go to the Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group and check it out. There was lots of mentions of the sewing police and hopes that one would be forced into "sewing jail" (hours of continuous sewing) if they broke the rules.
Of course, there were a few more practical and serious comments along the lines of "If I never blended between sizes, I'd never make clothes that fit".
So, can you- should you- always/never/maybe blend between sizes?
Blending or Grading Between Sizes on a Sewing PatternFirst off, I believe this warning exists as a COA (cover our ass) for the pattern brand. If you incorrectly blend two sizes together and ruin your $75/yd fabric- they don't want you to come crying to them. Understandable. That's ok- you'll make a test garment, won't you?
People blend between sizes, because they are one size in one area (say the bust) and another size in another area (say the hips). This is normal. In fact, a lot of pattern companies instruct the user on how to properly grade between their sizes (something this Kwik Sew pattern clearly does not do). So, if you make a t-shirt and decide you need a size Medum in the bust and a size X Large in the hips, you might be tempted to blend between sizes.
We would be tempted too. No, we wouldn't be tempted- we'd just do it.
There are indeed ways to do blend incorrectly- but let's talk about how to avoid those!
Trace Trace Trace Your Sewing Pattern!!!Before we go too far, I'd highly recommend you trace your pattern when blending- don't cut it out. You could be right, you could be wrong- but tracing will make sure that you don't eliminate any important information you might need later- in case you change sizes, want to make the garment for someone else or find out that your adjustment was incorrect or unnecessary.
Make Sure Your New Seam Lines Line UpWhen you change the shape of a pattern out of the envelope, you need to be cognizant of how the whole thing fits together. Blending between a bust/waist difference on a tank top with two pieces is different than blending between sizes on a princess seam dress with 6-7 pieces that go around the body.
Is Your Pattern Nested Properly?Some patterns are not nested properly in order to grade them. This may have even been true about the Kwik Sew pattern that Susan posted- but, probably not. Anywho, see if the way the pattern is nested "makes sense" for blending. This means the pattern would grow out from a common point, like the crotch point on a pair of trousers, or the bust level of a shirt.
Check the Vertical Measurements on Your Body and on the Sewing PatternThis is actually something you should do all the time, but it's important in this case especially. One SSW member cautioned that blending could result in "disproportionate" pattern pieces. Well, that's kind of the point- right? Our body may be "disproportionate" to the formulae used by the pattern company, and that's why we modify. Heck, that's probably why we're buying a sewing pattern in the first place. I think if you check on the nesting and find that things are grown from a common point, but you need to double check!
When you really look at the distance between sizes on a sewing pattern, you'll find them to be subtler than you expected. There are normally about 2 to maybe 4 inches difference between sizes. Divide that by 4 and you get small incremental changes between the 2 sides of front bodice pattern and 2 sides of a back bodice pattern- but we know it makes a difference! The same is true for length.
You will find that larger sizes are generally longer. Sometimes people misunderstand this as pattern companies thinking that if people have a larger hip size, they are suddenly taller. There's a little bit of that going on, but we also need to remember that we are not just x and y axes- and if someone has wider hips that another person, they may very likely need a longer rise in a trouser.
Tangents
-The KwikSew.com domain has not been maintained by the new company who now owns Kwik Sew, Vogue, Butterick and McCall's. One commenter spoofed the warning and said "NEVER VISIT THAT DOMAIN, THE SECURITY CERTIFICATE IS OUT OF DATE..." That gave us a good chuckle, but also made me sad that the new brand hadn't maintained the domain.
-Speaking of domains- we own a lot of domains. We can't stop coming up for names for things. Do you have a good idea for what "StitchSlapped.com" could be? Let us know- we own it.
-Speaking of domains again...we decided to start a podcast and kept brainstorming names until we landed on the PERFECT ONE! "SEWING OUT LOUD"!!! We checked the domain and someone already owned it- luckily it was US!
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Zede and Mallory talk needle felting which stirs up old feelings Mallory has about an ornament from Christmas past.
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Zede and Mallory explain what seam allowance discs are and how to use them.
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Zede shares her philosophy about dyeing and Mallory and her also answer a question about how to take in a side seam on a pair of jeans.
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Mallory gets inspired to be a sewing star and Zede shares how she made her crazy quilt stockings.
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Mallory and Zede are feeling free to be complimented on some recent sewing makes that include using materials in unexpected ways and curved needles.
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Zede takes a trip down memory lane and shares how she created the costumes for Hello Dolly over two decades ago.
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Zede and Mallory discuss considerations that go into pattern adjustments and why preserving seams is important.
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Mallory and Zede share some of their current sewing achievements that they are feeling rather impressed by.
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Zede and Mallory share listener's spooky sewing stories and have some tricks and treats for listener's in this special Halloween episode.
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Zede shares her favorite uses for ribbon.
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Mallory answers a listener's questions about PDF sewing patterns.
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To stretch or not to stretch? Zede and Mallory share their philosophy on this question that often pops up in the sewing community.
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Mallory shares her recipe for creating a bread proofing bowl.
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Mallory shares her experience costuming a virtual theatre show.
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Zede and Mal re-release the SewHere box and share some of the fabulous goods that you can expect to get.
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Mallory shares how she used the M2M leggings pattern for maternity leggings and Zede explains why they are great for her intermittent medical belly.
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In this weeks episode Mallory and Zede discuss in depth what their RhapsoTee Drafting guide is and how it can be used.
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Mallory and Zede share some project ideas for middle to high school age kids as well as how in depth to go with directions and learning sewing machine parts and functions.
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Mallory and Zede share how to get kids started with sewing.
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Zede and Mallory take you on their journey of altering a friends wedding dress.
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Zede and Mallory discuss what a muslin is and how they can be used.
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Zede and Mallory discuss using sewing supplies in real life situations.
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Zede and Mallory discuss sewing for money and money for sewing!
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Zede and Mallory discuss outdoor furnishings and fabrics.
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Zede and Mallory discuss tracing ready-to-wear garments
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Zede and Mallory answer questions from the group.
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Zede and Mallory discuss what to do with knit scraps!
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Zede and Mallory discuss seam guides.
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Zede and Mallory discuss three different types of iron.
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What to consider when upgrading your sewing machine or serger
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Zede and Mallory answer questions from the community.
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Circle Skirts are one of our favorite things! How many circle skirts has Zede made? Well, before you email us to dispute the super high number, keep in mind that she used to make about 40 at a time, and some of those were circle skirts with multiple layers! So, we guess it’s in the […] The post Circle Skirts Part One appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. We released “What to Get When You Buy a Serger” a couple of weeks ago, and now we’re covering “What to Get When You Buy a Sewing Machine”! While you might already […] The post What to Get When You Buy A Sewing Machine appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere gets a commission at no cost to you. Thanks! Sewing Machine Tasha asks: “After years of listening to the podcast, I am about to get the Baby Lock Imagine serger!! She will join Sewphie (my Baby Lock Presto II sewing […] The post What To Get When You Buy A Serger appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This episode of Sewing Out Loud is brought to you by LA Finch Fabrics. Use code SPRINGBREAK20 for 20% off site wide now through April 26, 2019 Zede’s Aerial Costume On this episode, Zede and Mallory discuss Zede’s latest aerial costume for the Spring Student Showcase at Burr Oak Brewery in Columbia, MO. More detailed […] The post Zede’s Aerial Costumes April 2019 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes may contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. Today’s podcast is a question and answer session! We asked for topic suggestions and questions in The Self Sewn Wardrobe group a while back, and we were not disappointed. Sometimes, we […] The post Tearing Wovens and Indie Pattern Knowledge appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. Happy National Serger Month! It’s always Serger Month in our hearts, but Baby Lock celebrates it in April. The sheer serger scarf is a quick and easy gift that you can make […] The post Sheer Serger Scarf appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. This episode of Sewing Out Loud is brought to you by the Made to Measure Leggings Class. This online class brings Zede right into your sewing room to show you how to […] The post How To Clean Your Serger appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This post may contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. Zede and Mallory discuss Sewing and Managing a Chronic Illness. Learn about Zede’s personal struggles with chronic illness and listen to input from our community members about how they deal with chronic […] The post Sewing and Managing a Chronic Illness appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These Show Notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. This podcast contains adult themes, specifically costuming exaggerated genitalia! Please don’t listen if: this might offend you, you have minor children around who aren’t ready for mature content, or if you are […] The post Lysistrata EXPLICIT appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These Show Notes contain affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. This episode of Sewing Out Loud is brought to you by MyBodyModel. Create a custom design template based on your body measurements using this custom app created especially for garment stitchers! […] The post Buying Fabric Intentionally appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede delve into the world of patterns and how they may be used in non traditional ways. Zede reminisces about her younger years and how she made herself a very large wardrobe of many different dresses but only used two patterns. She would change the embellishments, collar, sleeves and hem to create one […] The post Using Patterns for an Unintended Purpose appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory share some of the other things you can sew on besides fabric, which is what most of us traditionally sew on. Mallory recently auditioned for a new show and her music sheets were printed double sided and she is not a fan of taping them together into a little booklet especially when […] The post Sewing on Paper and Other Sundry Materials appeared first on sewhere.com.
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January 2019 is the ‘Month of Making Sewing Space’ in the Self Sewn Wardrobe (SSW) Facebook group which prompted Zede to reflect and write about her sewing space evolution. Mallory thinks (and people in the SSW group have said) what makes our podcast and media so helpful is Zede’s lifetime of experience. Zede shares about […] The post Zede’s Sewing Space Evolution appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This post contains affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a small commission at no expense to you. Thanks! Jersey/Ballpoint Needles A jersey needle is a ballpoint needle and vice versa, these names are used interchangeably. This needle was created for the first knitted fabrics. These first industrially made […] The post Needles For Stretchy Fabrics appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory reflect on the past year by answering a sewing questionnaire. Mallory and Zede share some of their favorite makes, what machines they used most and what they are looking forward to making or accomplishing next year both sewing related and not. ********** This weeks Podcast is brought to you by: Our […] The post 2018 Year End Review appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This post contains affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a small commission at no expense to you. Thanks! December is FFTCM (feel free to compliment me) month over in the Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook group and Mallory has shared links everyday to a group member’s page, blog, etsy […] The post FFTCM – Feel Free To Compliment Me December 2018 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory explain what twin needles are and how they are used. Did you know there are many types of twin needles based not only on fabric and needle size but how far apart the needles are from one another. Zede shares how she learned to thread them and how she does it know. […] The post Twin Needles appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory tackle the art of marking pants hems in this installment of Sewing Out Loud. They share all the steps from start to finish on how to get perfect pant hems on slacks through jeans. They even share the first rule of pants hemming club: the garment should be on the person […] The post How to Mark Pants Hems appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Why do we line clothes? Zede caveat: you may line clothes for any of these reasons, all of these reasons, or just some of these reasons. Zede says couture clothes are always lined because it’s the nicest way to finish a garment. Lining a garment gives a better look, will hang better on the body, […] The post Garment Linings appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory are passionate about all things serger and that includes coverstitching. In fact the 3rd or 4th ZigZag member live broadcast was all about coverstitching and it has seemed to help a lot of stitchers. It’s an archived video so if you go to sewhere.com/zigzag you will get to see it. What is […] The post Coverstitching appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This post contains affiliate links. When you click through and make a purchase, SewHere receives a small commission at no expense to you. Thanks! The Dawn of Sewing Furniture Zede and Mal reminisce about some of Zede’s old furniture and one gate leg table is front and center on Mal’s mind. Mallory swears […] The post Sewing Furniture appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede introduces this weeks podcast by stating, “if we are suppose to podcast about what we know, I sure have done a lot of costumes!” To this Mallory adds, “costumes really offer so many opportunities to challenge yourself.” Costuming whether for theatre, dance, acro, aerial arts or halloween has been a part of both Zede […] The post Zede’s Aerial Costumes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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The RhapsoTee pattern was developed in the spirit of the Floozy Doozys, where we have drafted out several sizes and included several landmarks on the pattern with body measurements. Our goal was to create a t-shirt pattern/drafting guide that would allow people of all shapes and sizes to get a well fitting knit t-shirt. One […] The post RhapsoTee Pattern appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Last year Mallory’s daughter Zelda who was about 2.5 years old went as Jessie from Disney’s Toy Story movie. Jessie wears cow print pants so Mallory magic marketed black holstein cow patches over white fabric pants she made. Since the pants were so little this was a quicker than appliquéing black patches on the pants. […] The post Halloween Sewing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In case you haven’t heard by now, Mallory is in a production of Sweeney Todd (Fall 2018). Zede proclaims her a quintuple threat because not only does Mal sing and act but she’s baked 166 mini meat pies, altered costumes, and knitted a costume piece. Mallory has really enjoyed performing and is liking the intimate atmosphere […] The post Mallory’s Sweeney Todd Performance appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss what interfacings are and what they do for garments. They explore commercially available interfacings and why these are so attractive to use. They also share that they seldom ever use these but still interface. So what do they use as interfacing? Zede’s go to interfacing is a medium weight cotton organdy. […] The post Interfacings appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This episode was inspired by a message Mallory and Zede received from a lovely Canadian listener, Fred B. Fred asked their advice/help on creating a stitch catalog that she can reference. Mal and Zede suggest keeping a notebook, binder, or some type of organized system with detailed notes and fabric samples. These samples can be […] The post How To Organize Stitch Samples appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In the final installment of this series Mallory and Zede share how to prevent damage to costumes as well as how to clean and care for the garments while the show is going on and when the show has ended. They also share more heartfelt memories and laughs from the past. Sew, have you decided […] The post Sew You Want Want To Costume A Show: Part 4 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about stock pieces to keep in your costume inventory. Zede shares some of her all time best stock pieces form her years costuming. They also delve into crafting, there are many non sewing aspects of costuming too. Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @ZedesSewingStudio on […] The post Sew You Want To Costume A Show: Part 3 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede cautions, if you costume a show it will take over your life. You will likely eat, sleep, and breathe everything show related. How does Zede know this? Mallory and her are not just giving out random costuming advice, they are coming from a qualified place with many years of costuming experiences. Having COSTUM vanity […] The post Sew You Want To Costume A Show: Part 2 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory outline the process of costuming a show whether that is show choir, a musical, theatrical or any type of performance. Mallory and Zede reflect on their past costuming experiences and other community costumers that they personally know. Quite frankly what comes to Mallory’s mind is how often these costumers get taken advantage […] The post Sew You Want to Costume A Show: Part 1 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This episode’s inspiration comes from a very last minute set of bridal alterations that Mallory, with Zede’s guidance and support completed in September 2018. The dress being altered was sold to a bride who needed over a foot of length removed and didn’t have the time or means to do it herself. This and a […] The post Wedding Hems and Add-Ons appeared first on sewhere.com.
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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 – […] The post Online Fabric Shopping appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Having the right tool for the job can be invaluable and sewing is no exception to that rule. This episode is all about feet… zipper feet! Each sewing machine brand has different types of zipper feet but for this podcast Zede and Mal will be focusing on the different types of Babylock zipper feet since […] The post Zipper Feet appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Studio Redo July 2018 15 months ago the brick and mortar shop closed and Zede lost her garage. A lot of fabric, duplicate supplies, samples, etc… came home with Mallory and Zede. Mind you their studio was not empty because it was used and worked in so all this stuff had to go some where […] The post Studio Redo appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede are beyond excited to introduce the first SewHere Pattern! That’s right, we have patterns now. We are pleased to introduce you to the Floozy Doozy underwear pattern. This pattern is what Zede and Mal would do if they were in your sewing room with you and you wanted an underwear master pattern […] The post Floozy Doozy Underwear Pattern Development appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Laminating fabric is the process of coating the fabric with a layer(s) of something. Zede and Mallory generally use a product called Heat ‘n Bond Iron on Vinyl to laminate fabric, though there are other similar products on the market. Heat ‘n Bond is a vinyl product that adheres to fabric with a heat application. […] The post How To Laminate Fabric appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This podcast was recorded in response to a Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook group post. A member posted about how frustrated with sewing they were becoming because they were trashing about 1/3 of their garments. Mal and Zede were saddened to hear about their struggle and were even more surprised by how many people had similar […] The post How To Not Throw Away Sewing Projects appeared first on sewhere.com.
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For the June 2018 Babylock Common Threads Conference Mallory and Zede were asked to teach their Made 2 Measure Leggings Class. Common Threads is an annual Babylock event for their influencers, it’s a meet up of many wonderful creative people. As mentioned in a few other Sewing Outloud episodes, Mal and Zede did an impromptu […] The post Common Threads 2018 – Legging Class appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Sometimes it just feels good when others notice your hard work and compliment you on it. This podcast episode is all about some recognition for some fancy, well made, self sewn dresses. Mallory, Zede, and Sam went to Babylock Common Threads (June 2018), which is a meeting of brand influencers. They not only taught the […] The post FFTCM Common Threads Dresses appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This is the 5th and final podcast in the Fancy month series (June 2018). It’s only fitting we end this series with some sparkle and pizazz. Mallory interviews Zede about her beading beginnings which turns out is related to musical theatre. Zede’s beading passion really progressed when she discovered Nancy Eha and her wonderful book, […] The post Hand Beading appeared first on sewhere.com.
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The hot topic this week? Making your own wedding dress! Zede and Mallory examine all facets of making your own special occasion dress, whether that is embellishing upon a purchased dress, refashioning an heirloom or making the whole dress from dream to reality. They share some thoughtful conversation on the to make or not to […] The post Making Your Own Wedding Dress appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Our last two podcast episodes were dedicated to wedding dresses custom designed and produced by Zede herself for her daughters. But what if you don’t want/need to make your own dress. Mallory and Zede share some valuable insight in how to start the process of dress shopping and what to expect when needing alterations. […] The post Wedding Retail Experience appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Fancy month continues, this time with an amazing overview of Zede’s eldest daughter Hillary’s wedding dress. Zede constructed a beautiful embroidered silk satin corset style top and a seperate skirt with a slight flared out train in the back which was also embroidered. Zede not only drafted, sewed, fitted, embroidered, hand beaded, and included a […] The post Hillary’s Wedding Dress appeared first on sewhere.com.
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We’re so fancy! This episode of Sewing Out Loud coordinates perfectly with the current month’s theme (June 2018) in our Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group, which happens to be the month of sewing “Fancy” attire. Mallory and Zede describe in detail the process of making Mallory’s Wedding Dress. They share everything from the sweet proposal that […] The post Mallory’s Wedding Dress appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory share their top tips for stitch editing (yes, we like to be fancy and call seam ripping that). When taking lock stitches (regular sewing machine stitches) out of woven or knit fabrics always pull the bobbin thread. They both agree snipping the thread every few inches and stitching with the longest stitch […] The post How To Take Out Stitches appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory explore their fabric library “stacks” and Mallory quizzes Zede along the way. Zede does a great job recalling where the fabric is located and what she has made from it. The stacks sometime spill over and the many large bolts of dot sequin end up inhabiting the multiple corners of the library. […] The post Fabric Library Development appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Sometimes our sewing projects can get the better of us and other times they can fill us with euphoria. Zede found herself frazzled and exhausted after sewing miles of heavy drapes for a very affluent customer. She has since sworn off drapes, putting that sewing project in the hate (or the really, really don’t like) […] The post Sewing Projects: A Love/Hate Relationship appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory are feeling free to compliment each other on their recent makes. Zede loves staying active and slays at aerial yoga. She does not love silk burns however and has been inspired to make leotards to combat this problem. She shares her progression from her quick-leo makes using t-shirts and ready to wear […] The post FFTCM: Leos and Easy T Dress Alteration appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mal share their go-to items that they like to keep at arms reach when working at their serger. They of course have the obvious and most utilitarian items such as screwdrivers, needles, and thread nearby but they also love having thread lifts, spool nets, and dental tools available too. What are some of […] The post Serger Tool Box appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede have many years of sewing experience and many years of sharing their sewing space. In this episode they discuss having to share sewing space with other sewers and other non sewers. Sometimes sharing can be an area, like a dining room or an office that is used for more than one activity […] The post Sharing Your Sewing Space appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory get into the nitty gritty of professional machine service and repair. They discuss in great detail what to bring, what to expect from your service/repair, what the consumer’s responsibilities are, and so much more. If you are curious why service repair times seem lengthy, or what purpose that stitched on piece of […] The post Professional Sewing Machine Service and Repair appeared first on sewhere.com.
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To service or not to service? Mallory and Zede both agree that regular machine cleaning, including a light oiling (on parts where metal contacts metal) is absolutely something you as a consumer should be doing. If you are feeling extra ambitious they even encourage cleaning the top part of the machine on the left side […] The post Should You Service Your Machine Yourself appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this installment of Sewing Out Loud Zede and Mallory discuss construction and finishing techniques for knit fabrics. They dedicate the entire first half of the episode to neck binding and treatments. If this is an area of knit garment construction you struggle with or could use some new technique information, you are not going […] The post Knit Construction and Finishing Techniques appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mal share their favorite attributes of Maxi Lock Stretch thread. They also give tips on how to use it and when to use it. They both love using this thread for active wear and find it actually works well for almost all their serger construction needs. Curious about using Maxi Lock Stretch Thread? […] The post Maxi Lock Stretch Thread appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Talk about a long overdue podcast! Well here it is, finally. The three thread narrow is adored by many and to our surprise questioned by many too. Both Mal and Zede are huge proponents for the three thread narrow and just love (and we mean LOVE) using this stitch on the serger. Zede and Mallory dedicate […] The post Three Thread Narrow appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this episode Mallory and Zede explore the many facets of hobby shaming. They get personal and share how they have felt hobby shamed and have witnessed it in the sewing world, even by other sewers. That’s right, sewer on sewer hobby shaming. Zede and Mallory share their views and advice on the topic, including […] The post Hobby Shaming appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Sometimes talking about doing the wrong thing can be so right. Mallory and Zede continue their discussion of how to thread sewing equipment wrong – serger style this time. Again they highlight the importance of threading properly as well as using good supplies. Sergers have challenges all their own including but not limited to multiple […] The post How To Thread Your Serger Wrong appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory have threaded sewing machines many, many times and have taught people how to thread their machines numerous times as well. So, it is no surprise that they would know many common ways to thread one incorrectly. Podcast Mentions including some affiliate links to help you thread your best: Thread With your Presser […] The post How To Thread A Sewing Machine Wrong appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Have you ever accidentally cut two left legs while making pants? Sewn those fabric pieces wrong sides together or backwards? Mal and Zede have too. Through their combined sewing experiences they have learned a thing or too about making sewing mistakes and thought they would pass all those learned tidbits from those trials and tribulations […] The post Mistakes to Avoid appeared first on sewhere.com.
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We’re honored to be included in the “I Sew For Fun” book launch blog tour! This new book is all about how to sew with the young people in your life, and it’s a wonderful addition to Nancy Zieman’s lasting sewing legacy. Sewing with kids can be a rewarding experience, but it’s a task many […] The post A Review of “I Sew For Fun” by Nancy Zieman appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Sewing is rewarding, fun, creative and sometimes requires safety precautions. Zede and Mallory highlight some important safety tips in this episode. They touch on the more obvious concerns such as proper rotary cutter technique and pin safety; lets just say you’ll know how they feel about sewing over pins after this broadcast and the not […] The post Safety In The Sewing Room appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Ruffles, pleats and puffs oh my! How does a ruffle differ from a pleat? What does a gathering foot create? Zede and Mallory dedicate this podcast episode to answering all those confusing questions about the what, hows, and whys to ruffles, pleats and puffs. Mallory’s amazing differential feed blog post ************ THIS BROADCAST IS […] The post Ruffling, Pleating and Puffing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory explore the world of marking pens. There are a plethora of choices including chalk (in multiple styles), iron away or wash away markers, tracing wheels, sharpie and good old pencils to name a few. They both agree that the fabric to be marked upon can really dictate what color or type of […] The post The Best Marking Pen appeared first on sewhere.com.
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It’s not always leggings and ballgowns in the SewHere studio. Mallory and Zede both have a long machine embroidery history too. Do you know the largest hoop available for the first embroidery machines was 4″x4″? Crazy, right? Mal and Zede take a stroll down memory lane and recount the history of machine embroidery. They also […] The post Machine Embroidery appeared first on sewhere.com.
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There are three categories of sewing machine (when talking about smart machines) and those are: mechanical, electronic and computerized. The smarter the machine the more it does for the sewer. Mal and Zede talk about some of the more popular or novel “smart” machine features. Want to know when your bobbin thread is almost out, […] The post Smart Machines appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal and Zede journey back through the year (2017) and share some of their big changes, challenges, surprises, and things they wished worked out better. There was the closing of the brick and mortar sewing shop, the uprising of SewHere.com and all the wonderful media creation and of course the welcoming of Mallory’s second baby, […] The post 2017 In Review appeared first on sewhere.com.
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That’s right, the dynamic duo of Mallory and Zede are busting some stitchin’ myths. They are starting this stitch busters series off with the exploration into what dulls your rotary cutter (hint-it’s everything!) and can you blend fibers? ********* This episode is brought to you by: LA FINCH FABRICS! LA Finch Fabrics is a high quality apparel […] The post Stitch Busters: Dulling Rotary Cutters & Fiber Blending appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede offer up their thoughts and advice on receiving and giving handmade gifts. This episode is chock full of personal stories and laughter and possibly some relatable moments. The post Handmade Gifts appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory interviews Zede about her sewing process. Zede shares her evolution from using patterns and picking specific fabrics to now having a fabric and sloper library to make her wardrobe. ************* THIS BROADCAST IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: The SewHere Patreon Page Hello Stitchers! Thank you for Sew-pporting the media and community that Zede and […] The post Zede’s Sewing Process appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede love sergers and all the amazing stitches that the serger allows them to make. But what are all these stitches? A two thread flat lock? A five thread safety stitch? Sergers with 8 thread spots and three needle places? This episode is dedicated to all these lesser known stitches and combinations of […] The post Obscure Serger Stitches appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Pesky plaids, sassy stripes, and cutting three left legs sound all too familiar? Zede and Mallory share some fabric pattern placement tips and tricks to help tame those troubles. They offer their experience and advice for how and when to place a pattern piece on fabric to make sure you get two mirror image pieces […] The post Pattern Placement appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede both like to think outside of the box. It’s no surprise that they have figured out how to make their serger feet pull double duty. Does your standard or original presser foot that came on your serger have a little opening in front of the needle space? If it does, you’re in […] The post Tape Guides on Serger Feet & The Elastic Foot for Sergers appeared first on sewhere.com.
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It should come as no surprise that there is finally a whole podcast episode dedicated to Zede’s favorite manta : There are those who test and those who wish they had. Zede and Mallory both agree that this is more of a life mantra versus a sewing specific one, but testing sure belongs in sewing. […] The post Those Who Test & Those Who Wish They Had appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede have been podcasting for almost two years and they can t believe they haven t talked about bias yet, especially since Zede loves bias. She is a bias freak. What is Bias? Bias can be anything that is not cut on the true grain of the fabric. If you are not cutting on the warp […] The post Bias appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory share their pattern drafting experiences. Zede has been drafting her own slopers since she was thirteen. Her drafting journey started out of her frustration with commercial patterns and the need to always alter them to fit her better. Zede has drafted for herself and family over the years but has a lot […] The post Pattern Drafting appeared first on sewhere.com.
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What’s the Golden Rule of Sewing and the most commonly missed step when getting ready to sew? Threading with your presser foot up!!! Zede and Mallory explain why it’s so important and why you should tell all your friends about this rule! ************** THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: THE […] The post Rebroadcast: Thread With Your Presser Foot Up appeared first on sewhere.com.
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When to Arrive Arrive when the teacher instructs you to- not late, not 2 hours early with lunch that you spread out on a class table that the teacher is trying to set up on. Sometimes the teacher will allow a time period before the class starts to come and setup your machine and supplies. […] The post Class Etiquette appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede share their personal struggles of juggling sewing time with parental or other caretaker responsibilities. We won’t lie to you this episode will pull at your heartstrings. The struggle is real and you are not alone in your quest for carving out precious sewing time. Mallory recently (as in 15 days ago) had […] The post Parenting and Sewing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this episode of Sewing Out Loud Mallory and Zede explore how to sew for the changing body. They touch upon how different health situations such as fluctuations in size, rapid weight gain or weight loss can create a need for a flexible wardrobe. They have lots of advice on the subject as Mallory has […] The post Sewing for Body Changes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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As promised Zede and Mal give you another podcast all about legging hacks. This time around they talk about the different ways to color block your leggings and what color blocking can help you achieve. Whether your goal is to have a slimming effect or enhance certain body features, color blocking can help you achieve […] The post Legging Mods Part 2 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Do you have a leggings pattern you love or maybe you’re jumping on the Made 2 Measure class bandwagon but want to update or try new leggings techniques? This episode is for you! Zede and Mallory talk through their plans for leggings hacks. They explore why you might want to add a power mesh waistband panel – […] The post Legging Mods Part 1 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This episode is in response to the many fitting questions and concerns Mallory and Zede receive through the SelfSewn Wardrobe Facebook group. Zede and Mal confront ready to wear garments head on and discuss how these garments really don’t fit most people well which is why many people sew clothes – better fit. To further […] The post Ready to Wear vs. Self Sewn vs. Self Drafted Garments appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory interviews Zede about her alterations experiences which range from hemming jeans to creating custom renaissance wedding gowns. Zede dishes on some of her harder earned alteration secrets and also keeps you in stitches with some of her fun sewing memories. ************** This episode is brought to you by: LA FINCH FABRICS! LA Finch Fabrics is a high […] The post Zede’s Alterations Musings appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal and Zede get into the nitty gritty of making sewing media with this behind the making/scene episode of Sewing Out Loud. This topic really gets Mal heated. She shares the day to day challenges she faces when trying to film sewing tutorials. Don’t worry, Zede shares her woes too; hot filming lights, her feet […] The post Creating Sewing Media appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this episode Zede and Mal address a listener’s question about how clothing durability. Specifically, does using a sewing machine or serger make a more durable garment. The ladies discuss the topic in depth and from the very beginning – we’re talking thread choice, fabric choice, and expectations. This weeks answer may surprise you, given […] The post Clothing Durability appeared first on sewhere.com.
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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 […] The post All About Tracing & Tracing Paper appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this special crossover edition of the Sewing Out Loud/Self Sewn Wardrobe podcast Mallory and Zede discuss cotton organdy and it’s many uses. Zede and Mal take to Facebook live to show off past projects that utilize cotton organdy. They also answer viewer questions about what it is, can you dye it, and so much […] The post Podcast Crossover Special – Cotton Organdy appeared first on sewhere.com.
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That’s right this episode is about lifts – sewing related of course! Mallory and Zede explain what a thread lift is and how it can improve your sewing life. This episode wouldn’t be complete without talking about Zede’s love of the knee lift. Don’t even think about asking her to sew without it! Are you […] The post Mal and Zede’s Favorite Lifts: Thread and Knee Lifts! appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this Sewing Out Loud installment Mal and Zede discuss what seam allowances are used in garment sewing and why those seam allowances are important. They also explore how seam allowances are especially helpful when sewing curves. Do you follow the 5/8″ rule of garment seam allowance or are you a rule breaker and enjoy […] The post Seam Allowances appeared first on sewhere.com.
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HEMS PART 1 Zede and Mal start a new podcast mini series all about hems. In this podcast they focus on Zede’s tiny hem, aka the bridal hem. Jump into this century’s fashion trends with appropriate sized hems. In a turn of events the ladies discuss the largest hems you might encounter, heirloom hems. What […] The post Hems Part 1 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Thank You’s In early 2017 Zede and Mal made the tough decision to close the retail storefront of the business. It was a time filled with many emotions, long work hours, and lots of exhaustion. Sewpporters to the rescue! Zede and Mal were showered with thoughtful and encouraging cards from around the globe. If you were […] The post Serger Stitches appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Thank You’s In early 2017 Zede and Mal made the tough decision to close the retail storefront of the business. It was a time filled with many emotions, long work hours, and lots of exhaustion. Sewpporters to the rescue! Zede and Mal were showered with thoughtful and encouraging cards from around the globe. If you were […] The post Durable and Non Durable Sewing Notions appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Thank You’s In early 2017 Zede and Mal made the tough decision to close the retail storefront of the business. It was a time filled with many emotions, long work hours, and lots of exhaustion. Sewpporters to the rescue! Zede and Mal were showered with thoughtful and encouraging cards from around the globe. If you were […] The post Made To Measure Leggings Class appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Thank You’s In early 2017 Zede and Mal made the tough decision to close the retail storefront of the business. It was a time filled with many emotions, long work hours, and lots of exhaustion. Sewpporters to the rescue! Zede and Mal were showered with thoughtful and encouraging cards from around the globe. If you were […] The post Common Threads! appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This podcast episode is all about the FBA – Full Bust Adjustment that has been buzzing up a storm on social media. Before Zede and Mal share their many thoughts on the FBA they give their sincerest thanks. Thank You’s In early 2017 Zede and Mal made the tough decision to close the retail storefront of […] The post Stop! Before You FBA – Full Bust Adjustment appeared first on sewhere.com.
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*************** THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: THE MINI VACUUM ATTACHMENT KIT Zede and Mal are big advocates of a clean machine. Sewing and serging makes a lot of lint that gets inside your machine. Get back to sewing faster by properly cleaning (no canned air in their studio- moisture not welcome!) your machine with this […] The post Buying Used Machines appeared first on sewhere.com.
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************ THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: THE SEWHERE BOX ************ The post Mallory’s Salmon Prom Dress appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory went to Iowa for her national television debut! *************** THIS EPISODE IS BROUGHT TO YOU BY: ZEDE’S FAVORITE SCISSORS Comfort Handle 6″ Snips The perfect scissor to bridge the gap between large shears and tiny snips, these large handled scissors let you cut super precisely with ease. Lightweight and comfortable, we have a […] The post Fons & Porter appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This is not the first time Mallory and Zede have discussed the importance of pattern envelopes and it probably won’t be the last! In earlier podcast episodes they released a 5 episode series on garment sewing which included a discussion about pattern envelope labels. This was in response to a listeners request. Mal gushes that […] The post What Information Is Found On A Pattern Envelope appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Let’s talk about bulk baby, and we aren’t talking about the kind of bulk purchased at Costco or the Mr.Bulky’s candy store- although shovels full of candy does sound nice! This is a favorite topic/area of critique for Zede and she will frequently say, “Think about the bulk!” or “Are you adding bulk?” when talking […] The post How to Reduce Bulk in Your Projects appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Cleaning! Zede s favorite subject and Mallory s biggest weak point! Did you know there s more to clean in your sewing room than just your sewing machine? Maybe you don t clean your sewing machine- you should- but just in case you re looking for more to clean, and there s no shortage of options! Rotary Cutters and Scissors While […] The post What to Clean in Your Sewing Room appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this episode Zede and Mallory divulge their feelings about fleece fabric. They both agree that fleece has a reputation for being easy to make projects with (as evident by the oodles of no-sew fleece blanket tutorials) but it’s qualities suggest otherwise. They explain that fleece is a manufactured material usually made from recycled plastics […] The post Fleece appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mal get extra personal and feel good in this episode about life’s changes and how sewing fits in. They share a bit about why they sew and what sewing gives to them. They touch on some of their own life changes such as pregnancies, moves and closing a retail location and how their […] The post Sewing Through Changes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links. When you click through, SewHere receives a commission at no cost to you. Buttonholes Machine-sewn buttonholes can be frustrating. We often see questions or just outright gripes about them in our group. Have you ever wondered how to get super smooth and lovely buttonholes? Are you tired of feeling […] The post Buttonholes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This week Zede and Mal throw out a curve ball with their special live recording of the podcast. That’s right, this episode was recorded live through Mal’s SelfSewn Wardrobe Facebook group. And the surprises don’t stop there! We hope you enjoy and if you have any other questions for Zede you are always welcome to […] The post Special Crossover Episode: Zede’s AMA! (Ask Me Anything) appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Hammers, film canisters (yay, from back in the day), and painters tape are a few of Mallory and Zede’s favorite things to use in the sewing studio. This week Zede and Mal share some of the wonderful things they use to pull double duty as sewing implements. Do you find yourself bringing non sewing intended […] The post Non Sewing Items For Sewing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss their big business decision and welcome your feedback. You can reach Zede and Mallory by email at mallory@sewhere.com The post Zede’s Brick and Mortar Store Closing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede explains her history with walking feet and how she has used them. Mal and Zede then hash out if walking feet are appropriate/helpful for sewing on knit fabric. Have you successfully used a walking foot on knits, or maybe had a different experience? We would love to hear about them! The post Are Walking Feet For Knits Or Not? appeared first on sewhere.com.
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What are all those bits and bobs on the top, sides, back and front of a sewing machine? Zede and Mal break it all down bit by bit (really from right to left) and explain what each item on a sewing machine is and how it functions. Ever own a machine with something on it […] The post Parts Of A Sewing Machine appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Have you recently finished a sewing project you’ve been dreading? Made that perfect fitting shirt? Join Mallory and Zede and tell us about your sewing successes in the comments so we can feel free to compliment you! The post FFTCM: Baby Lock Tech Dress & Leggings appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mal share some of their sewing misfortunes, but in true Sewing Superstar fashion also share how they learn and grow from those mistakes…we mean, design elements. The post Screwing Up Is A Part Of Life appeared first on sewhere.com.
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This episode will have you in stitches as Mal and Zede discuss the warp and weft of fabric and what the bias is (in relation to fabric of course). The post Warp, Weft, and Bias appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede talk about sewing advice: the good, the bad and the grandmotherly of it. Do you have any funny stories about sewing advice you’ve received or given? Tell us in the comments, we’d love to hear. The post What Sewing Advice Do You Take? appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this fun bonus episode Mal and Zede talk about the newest edition of the SewHere Box. Want to get a sneak peak of what’s inside? Check out the latest episode of Sewing out Loud! To order your very own Dressmaker’s Delight Box go to sewhere.com/box The post Bonus Episode: Now Available! SewHere Box – Dressmaker’s Delight Edition appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Trying to set in a sleeve or make sure you don’t have twisty pant leg problems? Mal and Zede discuss the sewing terms Ease versus Easing so you will have sewing success. They also talk about ruffles and flounces, and make no mistake, they are very different. The post Sewcabulary 2: Ease, Easing, Ruffles & Flounces appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede clarify these sewing terms to create a more universal sewcabulary for conversing. The post Sewcabulary 1: Croquis, Sloper, Muslin, Moulage, Pattern, Tailor Tack appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede shares the origin story of her name, from pronunciation to spelling, she tells all. Zede also compares her first paddle board experience to buying a sewing machine. Curious how those relate? Check out the latest podcast episode. For a glimpse into Zede’s past check out this video (in grays, as Mal would say) – Rootie […] The post Zede’s Name & Sewing Machine Purchasing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory interviews Zede about some of her more novel sewing tips. Want to know how to handle strands of sequins or why Zede stashes nail polish in her studio? All shall be revealed in this episode. The post Zede’s Unconventional Sewing Tips Part 1 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal and Zede discuss how sewing is viewed differently than other skills and how much multi-tasking and knowledge is required. The post Sewing is Complex, Only Smart People Do It appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede shares her tried and true sewing rules for machine troubleshooting. The post Zede’s Rules for Troubleshooting appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Warning! Zede and Mal get real, real sassy that is, about what it’s like when other non-sewers ask/expect you to do some sewing for them. The post When People Ask you to Sew for Them appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mal discuss pressing and ironing and why you might need a ham (and sadly we don’t mean the kind involved in sandwich making) whilst pressing those armhole seams. The post Pressing Part 1 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede discuss how those funky stitches can come about. And what to do, if anything to deal with them. The post Funky Stitches appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede talk about the differences between darts and curved seams in garments and what these things accomplish/address. The post Darts and Curved Seams appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal and Zede talk about the first SewHere Box and how it came in to being. They also rave about some of the amazing products and extra special goodies available in the SewHere Box. SewHere box is available at SewHere.com/Box until December 7, 2016. Indulge yourself or a loved one with this sewing themed box of […] The post Bonus Episode: SewHere Box! appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Ever run out of that special colored thread before you are finished with your project? Or how about that time you forgot to pick up that black thread and now it’s 2am? Well, Zede and Mal may have a solution for you. In this episode the ladies discuss thread blending techniques like using different colored […] The post Thread Blending appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede discuss the differences between the blindhem and overcast feet. They compare and contrast the physical attributes of each foot, what each of their stitches look like and when to use them. The post Blindhem and Overcast Feet appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Ever wonder how to sew with dot sequin fabric? Well, Zede and Mal tell all, from how to cut dot sequin to care for it. Fear not, sequin fabric can be in your future projects. The post Dot Sequin appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Ever wait to the last minute to sew up a costume or stitch together that perfect accessory for that special event? Well you are not alone. In this episode Zede and Mal share some of their last minute sewing projects/adventures. Have one of those stories too, we’d love to hear about it. The post Last Minute Projects appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede discuss their plans for sewing world domination and what type of Rulers they would be. Not really, but you could imagine how entertaining that would be. In this episode they explore a variety of measuring devices, most of which are rulers. Zede and Mal share some of their must-haves and how they use […] The post Rulers appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Cottons, and lycras, and naugahydes, oh my! Zede and Mal break down fabrics into 4 main types, starting from the dawn of early humans and hide use to present day vegan leathers. Want to learn more about what those first hide fabrics were sewn with? Check out this article about the oldest sewing needle: Siberian Cave Needle The post Types of Fabric appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal and Zede gush over this months Stitcher’s Social giveaway (hint: it’s sposored by L.A. Finch Fabrics) and share how to win it. The post Bonus Episode: Stitcher’s Social 10/16 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede demystify serger thread and share some of their thread savvy. They cover the wide range of threads that can be used in your serger, some of which may not be specifically labeled for sergers. The post Serger Thread appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mallory and Zede answer questions about the Easy T class in anticipation of its launch on November First. Pre-Order the Easy T class now at www.sewhere.com/easyt/ The post Bonus Episode: Easy T FAQ appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede explains how she uses her serger to repair her favorite rug and Mallory brags about her mom’s ingenuity. Mallory also makes a special announcement about an upcoming project of hers. Please, feel free to compliment the ladies and also share some of your own brag worthy sewing prowess in the comments. The post Feel Free to Compliment Me: Zede’s Rug Fix appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Visit www.SewHere.com/EasyT to pre-order the Easy T Class for $9.99. You’ll be showing your support for Mallory, Zede, and the podcast! The Easy T class is scheduled for release on November 1st, 2016 and the price will go up to $14.99 on November 15th, 2016. In this episode, Mallory and Zede discuss how the class will […] The post Bonus Episode: Pre Order the Easy T Class appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory share what it means to them to be fabric snobs and how important fabric choice can be to your sewing success. The post Fabric Snobbery appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about the value of sewing in schools and how the quality of the machines used can make or break the success of students. The post Sewing Machines in Schools appeared first on sewhere.com.
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A little bonus episode about how to win a prize at this month’s Stitcher’s Social. For sewists near and far! The post BONUS EPISODE: Stitcher’s Social 9/16 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about the resurgence in the popularity of garment sewing and how people used to scoff at them for trying to teach garment classes. Do you make your own clothes? Tell us about it at sewingoutloud.com or on Instagram @ZedesSewingStudio The post The Resurgence of Garment Sewing appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about the language of marketing sewing machines and what it really means for the consumer. The post Machine Marketing Buzzwords appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Learn why you should move the vodka to the laundry room and get the recipe for Zede’s Dis-Stain solution. Smells and stains beware! Zede teaches laundry care! www.sewhere.com/clothingcare The post Vodka & Dis-Stain appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Mal & Zede talk about the all types of sewing classes and the benefits of social stitching. The post Sewing Classes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss the language of bodies and how we use descriptors to make the best fitting garments, but also how our words affect the way we feel about our bodies. Feminist thought lies ahead! The post Body Image appeared first on sewhere.com.
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The gals discuss the do’s and dont’s of hauling your machine to and fro. The post Machine Transportation & Storage appeared first on sewhere.com.
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What if you didn’t sew? Zede and Mallory discuss this alternate reality! The post What If You Didn’t Sew appeared first on sewhere.com.
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You want finish that project. But will it turn out right? Do you have the time? Take a deep breath, Mal & Zede are here to talk you through your sewing based anxiety and maybe enable your procrastination habits too. The post Sewing Anxiety & Procrastination appeared first on sewhere.com.
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From buying pre-wound to winding your own and more, Zede and Mal breakdown the beauty of bobbins. The post Bobbins appeared first on sewhere.com.
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From the importance of skin safety to the thrill of a cute swim outfit–the ladies talk about UPF fabrics that will work swimmingly in your watery wardrobes. The post UPF Fabrics appeared first on sewhere.com.
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On the last installment of our Garment Sewing Skills series, the ladies discuss the fine points of fabric selection. The post Garment Sewing Skills: Fabric Selections appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this fourth installment of the Garment Sewing Skills series, Zede and Mallory offer advice on taking the custom measurements we learned about last episode and applying those numbers to adjust your patterns for a perfect fitting final garment. The post Garment Sewing Skills: Pattern Adjustments appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory get review Elisabeth Dale’s new book “The Bra Zone”, talk brassiere buying, sewing, and wearing. Boob business abounds. Buy “The Bra Zone” at www.SewHere.com/BOOBS Books will ship in late July 2016. The post BONUS EPISODE: The Bra Zone Review appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss how to properly take measurements on yourself or a friend before you choose a pattern size. The post Garment Sewing Skills: Taking Measurements appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede interviews Mallory about her newfound STARDOM… wink wink Suscribe to Baby Lock’s YouTube Channel HERE The post BONUS EPISODE Interview with a Sewlebrity appeared first on sewhere.com.
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The second episode in our Garment Sewing Skills series. Zede and Mallory talk about reading pattern envelopes, multi-size patterns, and commercial paper vs. PDF patterns. The post Garment Sewing Skills Pattern Information appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory take you through their favorite and most accurate ways of cutting out garment patterns! Thanks to @MapleStitch for the series suggestion! Get our favorite rotary cutterHERE The post Garment Sewing Skills Series: Cutting Out Garments appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss options for different seam finishes- and Zede schools Mallory on the order of operations! Pinking shears Zede hates them Double stitch Overcasting Hong Kong Finish Serged edge Five Thread Safety Stitch The post Different Seam Finishes appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede explains her jeans-hemming method and why it makes people gasp in excitement every time we demo it at the store! Then we get down to the dirty work of deconstructing the “save the hem” jeans hemming trend, and we we are not fans of this technique. Do you hem your jeans? What’s your favorite […] The post How We Hem Jeans appeared first on sewhere.com.
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In this episode, Mallory brags on her Ginger Jeans and then there’s some heartfelt mother/daughter bonding time. Along with lots of snark. Blog Post: Mallory’s Ginger Jeans Review Buy the Ginger Jeans pattern HERE Buy Stretch denim HERE. Buy Topstitching thread HERE Buy Size 100 Topstitching needles HERE Buy the Hancy Ultimate Marking Pen HERE. The post Feel Free To Compliment Me: Mallory’s Ginger Jeans appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about why some people get discouraged when they are learning to sew, and what you can do to help it. Made a big sewing mistake recently? No worries- we’ve probably done it before! Shop Cone Mills Streatch Denim here: SewHere.com/SHOP Tell us a discouraging sewing story in the comments! The post Discouraged at Sewing? appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss the psychology of the stash, and encourage you to be proud of your sewing passion (go buy some more fabric). Mallory also tells you about her meeting with Bob the Misogynist! Have you been made to feel ashamed of your fabric horde? Tell us in the comments! The post Your “Stash”: Be Not Ashamed! appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory explain the origin of the phrase “Feel Free To Compliment Me” and proceed to brag a little on Zede’s innovative, life-saving dog-corset. Look forward to more episodes where Zede and Mallory discuss a specific project and, please, feel free to compliment us in the comments!!! Video: Inside Zede’s Sewing Studio: Dog Corset […] The post Feel Free To Compliment Me! Zede’s Life Saving Dog Corset. appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Burritos with meat, cheese, lettuce, guac, etc. are all welcome in our sewing room- but not Burrito Pillowcases! Zede and Mallory discuss why some sewing trends aren’t always your friend. Have you made a burrito pillowcase? Do you disagree with us? Tell us in the comments! Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn […] The post Why We Don’t Like Burrito Pillowcases appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss the good, the bad, and the ugly of repurposed clothing projects and why Zede has a mental block about the word “craft” (hint, pinecones are involved). The main lesson: Be careful with T-shirt pencil skirts. Read Mal’s rant about T-shirt crafts HERE! Have you ever made a fabulous repurposed project? Have […] The post Repurposed Clothing: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about their sewing reputations and the responses they receive when people find out that they sew. Good, bad, presumptive, demeaning- responses run the gamut. Do you tell people that you sew? Do you even let them know you have a sewing machine Tell us in the comments! Keep in touch with […] The post Sewing Reputation: Do You Tell People That You Sew? appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Annie’s Soft and Stable is one of our favorite products to use. It’s sold as a “batting alternative” for bags and quilting/crafting projects, but let’s not underestimate it! Mallory has used it for bra cups and Animal masks. The flexible yet strong nature of Annie’s Soft and Stable makes it perfect for functional and artistic […] The post Annie’s Soft and Stable appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory discuss a unique sewing challenge with a big payoff. When your beaded fabric is $100/yard, it’s nice to know how to handle it right! Listen to the ladies discuss two beaded dress projects and their unique challenges. Article: How To Sew On Beaded Fabric Have you ever sewn on a “weird” fabric? […] The post How To Sew On Beaded Fabric appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Have you ever talked about sewing and had your friends look at you like a crazy person? In this episode, we go beyond the sewing machine and talk about: Hams, Gimp, Faggoting, Gore, Armscye, Bias, Sewer, Clapper, Welt and MORE! Have you ever made someone’s mouth drop with your sewing stories? Tell us in the […] The post Confusing Sewing Terms appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory get real about which sergers work for you instead of against you. Do you think that sergers have decorative stitches? Why is it important to have a serger with NO threading order? Why would you want automatic tensions on a serger? Does it seem to good to be true? How do these […] The post Should You Have a Serger? Which one? appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Do you like superhero origin stories? Listen to Mallory interview Zede about how she started sewing, and why Zede’s mom didn’t want her to have a sewing machine! Do you remember your first sewing machine? Tell us in the comments! Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @sewherecom on Instagram SewHere.com […] The post Zede’s Sewing History appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Do you pre-wash your fabric? Can you wash silk? Zede and Mallory discuss fabric care before and after you make a garment. Do you pre-wash? Have you had a laundry nightmare? Tell us in the comments! Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @sewherecom on Instagram SewHere.com Facebook Page The post Fabric Care appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Zede and Mallory talk about why you should buy a sewing machine at a dealership- even though that’s not what they thought this episode would be about! Hopefully, you learn a lot about dealer support, and we learn about how we shouldn’t actually title a podcast before we record it. Want to buy machine from […] The post Sewing Machine Dealerships appeared first on sewhere.com.
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The scoop about different types of sewing machine needles. Article: How Sewing Machine Needles Work Video: How A Stitch Is Formed With Doug From Baby Lock Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @sewherecom on Instagram SewHere.com Facebook Page The post Sewing Machine Needles Part 2 appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Needles 101…Part 1! Learn how needles can be your biggest supporters as you sew. If you can’t remember the last time you changed the needle in your machine- go change it! Article: Sewing Machine Needles: Grooves, Eyes and Butts Video: How a Stitch is Formed with Doug from Baby Lock Keep in touch with […] The post Sewing Machine Needles Part I appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Why do we sew? To have control over our own fashion and fit! Zede and Mallory talk about their personal fitting issues. What are YOUR personal fitting issues? Share in the comments! Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @sewherecom on Instagram SewHere.com Facebook Page The post Our Personal Fitting Issues appeared first on sewhere.com.
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Want to know what Zede does to get ready to sew? Check it out in this episode! Keep in touch with us at: www.SewHere.com Self Sewn Wardrobe Facebook Group @sewherecom on Instagram SewHere.com Facebook Page The post Zede’s Work Prep appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links to products we love to use. Zede and Mallory discuss two of their favorite sewing machine presser feet. Edge Joining Presser Foot This foot may also be referred to as the stitch in the ditch foot or joining foot. This foot has a blade down the center of […] The post Favorite Feet: Edge Joining Foot and Open Toe Foot appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links to products we love to use. Mallory brings a bunch of stretch lace trim into the shop to sell and play with. Zede and Mal start up a conversion about it which leads to Zede asking Mallory if she knows how to piece it together. Conversations at the […] The post Stretch Lace Trim appeared first on sewhere.com.
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These show notes contain affiliate links to products we love to use. What’s the Golden Rule of Sewing and the most commonly missed step when getting ready to sew? Threading with your presser foot up!!! Zede feels this is the most neglected information when teaching/re-teaching someone to use a sewing machine. She notes it’s […] The post Thread With Your Presser Foot Up appeared first on sewhere.com.
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