In our first Very Special Episode, we’re answering your questions. We chat about fabric, fitting solo, favourite tools, TNT patterns, sewing machines, and much more. We also reflect on podcasting for ten episodes, and how we make it work with our full-time jobs!
- New sweater knits at Blackbird Fabrics
- Helen’s Flannel Underlined Hampton Jean Jacket
- Caroline’s denim Lander Pants:
- Caroline’s Saltspring camisole hack on the Sewaholic blog
- Helen’s knit Southport Dress
- The Colette Guide to Sewing Knits
- Helen’s polyester crepe By Hand London Flora Dress
- Polyester Crepes at Blackbird Fabrics
- Caroline’s class on Skillshare: The Beginner’s Guide to Fashion Fabrics (here’s a link for 2 free months of premium membership)
- Fabric Weight and Conversions via the Fashion Incubator
- Relaxed fit trouser patterns, perfect for the Tencel Twill: Named Alexandria Trousers, Megan Nielsen Flint Pants
- Fitting Solo Craftsy class
- Pattern ideas for a meter of fabric: Grainline Willow Tank, True Bias Ogden Cami, Blueprints for Sewing Saltbox
- Favourite tools:
- Bernina 530
- Juki MO654DE
- Helen’s three patterns: Helen’s Closet Blackwood Cardigan, True Bias Lander Pant & Short, True Bias Southport Dress
- Caroline’s three patterns: Closet Case Patterns Ginger Jeans, True Bias Roscoe Blouse & Dress, Tessuti Mandy Boat Tee
- Caroline’s rapid-fire faves: Megan Nielsen Virginia Leggings, True Bias Hudson Pant, Deer & Doe Plantain T-Shirt, Grainline Studio Penny Raglan Tee
- Helen’s rapid-fire faves: Grainline Alder Shirtdress, Grainline Archer Shirt, Cloth Habit Watson Bikini, Grainline Lark Tee, True Bias Ogden Cami
- Plus size patterns for a fitting class:
- Deer & Doe Belladone Dress
- Cashmerette Upton Dress
- “How Do You Find the Time To Sew So Much?” via Lladybird
Follow Helen! Blog: Helen’s Closet, Instagram: @helens__closet
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Another delicious podcast you 2! Nothing I enjoy more than sitting down with a cup of tea and listening to you both 🙂 My ONLY pet peeve came in one of the questions asked (neither of you used it), “What is the rule of thumb…” Have you noticed how MUCH this expression is making its way once again into the mainstream language use (media especially is re-embracing it which is probably where it’s filtering into the mainstream from) The RULE OF THUMB comes from an old English law which was a measurement the width of a man’s thumb which represented the allowable width a switch was permitted to be to beat your wife with. Yes. Disgusting. It disappeared from the mainstream language for more than 30 years when it’s origins were identified by feminists years ago but I’m noticing it’s insidious return lately. When I hear a woman using it it sets my teeth on edge especially. Whenever I hear it on public media I’m on their site immediately to complain 🙂
OMG Kathleen! Thank you so much for bringing this to our attention! We had no idea that was the origin of this saying – how horrible! We will certainly try not to use this saying anymore and hopefully we can help spread the word about this! Always appreciate your feedback!
I love the episodes where you two just talk! Just a note.. Here in the US, it is traditional to have a Christmas ham, so we’re not actually having turkey one month apart. 😉
That makes so much sense, lol! Thanks for letting us know 🙂
Hi gals, enjoyed this one. Thanks for the tip about using fray check on button holes. Also I listen to you while I sew because it feels like we are sewcializing, having a sewing meet up, etc. Thanks! Sarah in WA