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Love to Sew Podcast

Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs

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

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01:36:16

Episode 311: Helen's Handmade Wedding

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2026/09/29

In this long-awaited episode, we talk about HELEN'S WEDDING! We go into detail about the wedding dress she made - designing it, making wearable and non-wearable muslins, and sewing delicate embroidered tulle. We also chat about the other DIY elements of the day, like the favours, flowers, dance party outfits, invitations, giant mushrooms, and floating jellyfish! Show Notes

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45:33

Episode 310: Sewing, Baking, and Making with Candice...

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2026/09/22

In this episode, we chat with Candice from Sew Bake Make! She tells us about switching from a career in law to a career in content creation, teaching, and sewing pattern design. Plus: Projector sewing, personal style, and organizing in-person sewing events. Show Notes

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59:59

Episode 309: Big Sewing Feelings

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2026/09/15

In this episode, we take an emotional journey through the highs and lows of sewing. Do you ever feel guilty for buying ready-to-wear clothes? Do you do a happy dance whenever you make a perfect buttonhole? Do you have complicated feelings about the fitting process? You're not alone! Show Notes

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53:33

Episode 308: Sewing Help Line 5.0

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2026/09/08

We're back with the first episode of our Fall 2026 season! In this one, we answer listener questions about fitting small and large busts, pattern matching, how to get jeans to cup your butt, our current TNT patterns, and more. Plus, we recap our summer break and share some fun listener feedback! Show Notes

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15:53

We Sew Fall 2026: Join Us!

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2026/07/23

We announce the We Sew topics for our fall season and discuss how YOU can join the fun! Release Dates: October 6th: We Sew Thrift Flips October 20th: Shirtmaking October 27th: We Sew Jeans (NOTE: We mentioned a different date in the episode - this is the updated, correct date.) November 10th: We Sew Outerwear Show Notes

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48:46

Episode 307: Sewing IRL

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2026/05/19

We share our listeners' stories and suggestions for sewing with others in real life! We chat about guilds, clubs, classes, Zoom sewcials, friend meet-ups, and even sewing birthday parties. And we share our own stories, too. Show Notes

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55:44

Episode 306: We Sew Scraps

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2026/05/12

We made garments from our fabric scraps and we reveal them to each other ON THE PODCAST! We chat about how we decided which scraps to put together, our patchwork techniques, and how we feel about our scrap stashes now. Show Notes

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44:41

Episode 305: The Language of Sewing with Maddie Ballard

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2026/05/05

We interview Maddie Ballard, author of Patchwork: A Sewist's Diary! We chat with her about learning to sew during the pandemic, connecting to her roots through her projects, and transforming painful moments into beautiful work. Show Notes

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56:48

Episode 304: Presser Feet

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2026/04/28

This episode is all about presser feet! We cover all the basics, plus take you into truly mysterious territory. Like: how do you use a ruffler foot? Do you need a blind hem foot to sew a blind hem? And does my machine have a high shank or a low shank? We've got your answers! Show Notes

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59:09

Episode 303: Crochet 101 with Nyala Rowe

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2026/04/21

In this episode, we chat with Nyala Rowe from Crochet Junction! She gives us an intro to crochet, including the best beginner projects, yarn, and resources. Plus: finding crafty community, the tools you need to get started with crochet, and more! Show Notes

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47:32

Episode 302: We Sew Bags

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2026/04/14

We each sewed a bag in secret, and in this episode, we reveal them to each other for the first time! We chat about the patterns and fabrics we chose, what techniques helped us out during the sewing process, and how we plan to style our new bags. Show Notes

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48:28

Episode 301: Plus-Size Patternmaking with Leila Kelleher

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2026/04/07

Today's guest is Leila Kelleher: professor of fashion design, co-owner of pattern company Muna and Broad, ready-to-wear designer for A Space in Between, and co-author of the new book, Plus-Size Patternmaking for Womenswear! We talk with Leila about this groundbreaking book, her practical, neutral approach to plus size design and pattern drafting, and how to use the book as a home sewist. Show Notes

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01:16:33

Episode 300: A Celebration

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2026/03/31

This is our 300th episode celebration! We chat about 9 years making Love to Sew, including the guest we were the most nervous to interview, our 2026 TNT patterns, and the advice we would give the 2017 versions of ourselves. Plus: fun games, Love to Sew stats, and more! Show Notes

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34:02

Episode 299: Rainwear

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2026/03/24

This episode is all about sewing rainwear! We talk about some of the most common waterproof fabrics and define terms like "hydrostatic head rating" and "DWR." We also share some great indie patterns for raincoats, jackets, and hats. And we give tons of tips for sewing with waterproof fabrics, sealing seams, re-waterproofing, and more! Show Notes

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58:01

Episode 298: Building a Sewing Business with Sydney...

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2026/03/17

Our guest for this episode is Sydney Graham! She designs comfy, stylish patterns and makes amazing sewing content on social media. We chat with her about her fascinating career journey, creating work/life balance, and her dreamy DIY sewing spaces." Show Notes

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01:02:49

Episode 297: Hats

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2026/03/10

We're back for the spring season with an episode all about sewing hats! We share special materials and techniques you'll only see in the world of hatmaking, talk about hat styles from easy to advanced, and reveal the hats WE made! Show Notes

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49:28

Episode 296: We Sew the Good Fabric

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2025/11/11

In this episode, we took the plunge and sewed our favourite fabrics into showstopper garments! We reveal them to each other for the first time and share the stories of where we got our fabrics, what the fitting and sewing process was like, and where we plan to wear our new clothes. Plus, we answer a listener question about altering a pants pattern from an elastic waist to a fitted waist and share another listener's feedback about a futuristic zipper. Show Notes

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41:32

Episode 295: Inuit Sewing Traditions with Laura Pia...

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2025/11/04

In this episode, we interview Inuk sewist Laura Pia Churchill! She tells us about life in Nunavut, Inuit sewing traditions, sewing through grief, being an auntie, and lots more. Show Notes

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42:19

Episode 294: Do You Know This Notion?

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2025/10/28

In this episode, we share a bunch of lesser-known sewing notions! Have you heard of a curve runner? How about drawcord elastic? Monofilament thread? Zipper lubricant? We talk about all of these and lots more! Plus, we answer a listener question about taking in trousers. Show Notes

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49:57

Episode 293: Parents and Caregivers Who Sew

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2025/10/21

This episode is all about how to sew when you’re a parent or caregiver! How to find the time, how to keep kids away from sharp sewing tools, how to involve kids in your sewing practice, and more. Our listeners called and wrote in with some really cool stories, tips, and strategies! Show Notes

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