Send us a text In this episode of The SweetGeorgia Show, host Felicia Lo speaks with Star Athena, a multicraftual creative and founder of the Tour de Fleece. They explore Star’s journey through the fibre arts, her experiences across different crafts, and how the Tour de Fleece grew from a small idea into a global community. Star reflects on her creative path, the impact of her autism diagnosis, and the healing nature of making. Their conversation highlights the value of community, personal gr...

Let me know what you thought In this conversation, Rosie, a skilled stonemason and stone carver, shares her journey into the trade, the skills and tools required, and the importance of patience in her work. She discusses the challenges of working with natural stone, the balance between carving and masonry, and the dynamics of working in a family business. Rosie also touches on the impact of social media on her trade, the unique challenges faced as a female mason, and the significance of famil...

Let me know what you thought In this episode, Jo shares her journey in the decorating industry, discussing her background, emphasising the importance of social media in building her business, and the challenges she faces as a self-employed decorator. She shares the importance of balancing work and personal life, building trust with clients, and the creative freedom that comes with bold decorating choices. Jo also reflects on the significance of transparency in her work and the evolving nature...

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!You can watch the video of this podcast on my YouTube channel @makeanddecorateStephanie welcomes guest Byrd Wadhams to the podcast.  Byrd is a curvy sewist who loves Colorful eclectic clothing. She believes style should not be defined by age, size, or gender. Byrd started her sewing journey a few years ago and it is her goal to show people it’s never too late to pick up a new skill or passion.Links:Byrd’s IG: @yogabyrdsewsYouTube Channel Byrd WadhamsBaltimore

It's been a week of finishes and new beginnings. Off the needles, I've completed a Malabrigo hat and love the color pooling. You don’t hear me say that very often.I've finally finished my Amande socks—though I must say I rather hated working both the nupps and wrapped stitches techniques. Sometimes you have to try things to understand what you decidedly do not enjoy.My new obsession is Big Love by ANKESTRIK, a top-down cardigan with fascinating construction that I'm knitting in gorgeous Gilliat

Send us a text Do you know what makes a sewing pattern great? We're not talking about being just usable, but functional, inclusive, and built to last. In this episode, we sit down with Ellie Rivkin of Road Trip Pattern Co to unpack her approach to designing technical apparel patterns, from inspiration and tools to testing and fit. Ellie has an impressive resume with companies like Gap, Wooland, Northwest Alpine, and now Columbia Sportswear all on her portfolio. We're not even here to ta...

This week James and Esther talk about their current projects involving some woodworking adjacent skills. They talk about the origins of the term "the whole nine yards" offering up a cool tool. They also talk about drywall work and the tools you need versus the ones you can skip. Send us a text Support the show

This week on Not Your Granny’s Quilt Show, my guest is Carl Brown, PhD, RN, FAAN—also known as QuiltCarl. After a 20-year career in the Army and a lifetime in nursing, Carl is now channeling his energy full-time into fiber art. With a lifelong love of creative hobbies, Carl blends techniques from a range of artists and quilters to develop his own vibrant, expressive style. His mission? To share the joy of quilting and invite others to join the fun. Are you in? Find him at quiltcarl.com or on

In this episode of Life Well Stitched, our Hosts, Mary Meier-Evans and Elizabeth Ann Meier (EA) discuss the inspiration for their Vintage Christmas Needlepoint Canvases, and a fun surprise to celebrate Christmas in July! Shop our Needlepoint Canvas Designs, Vintage Textiles and Ribbons, and SO much more! Click here to see what's currently available! Mentioned in This Episode: The Curious Cowgirl Pink Bow Christmas Bell CanvasThe Curious Cowgirl Green Mid-Century Kissing Reindeer Can...

Ash Mahoney invites Adrian Finlay from Finelay Construction to join him and discuss his work as a Heritage Bricklayer after many of you got in touch to say we HAVE to talk to him about the quality of his work. Adrian gets on to some very serious points about why he's worried about the future of the trade and more.

Send us a text In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, Vicki of What Vicki Made, shares her extensive sewing journey, from her childhood experiences with her grandmother's sewing machine to becoming a semi-finalist on The Sewing Bee. She discusses her favourite projects, the importance of fit in sewing, and her creative process in designing fabric collections. Vicki also reflects on her experiences on The Sewing Bee, offering insights into the application process and behind-...

Send us a text In Episode 6 of firefly's Hatful of Yarns I share my latest blog post devoted to dreaming big and turning dreams into reality. I also share my experiences of letting go of dreams when I realize they don't align with who I really am. This episode is packed with gardening adventures, some knitting updates for my knitting fans, and a helpful trick to keep mosquitos out of your yard. Show Notes: Check out the all new Community Forums at I Live on a Farm! Knitting Desi...

Jess starts the episode about the crazy weather changes and not having the desire to knit with cotton during the summer even though it's popular to do so. Meg brings up her mohair sweater, and the discussion turns to making and wearing sweaters in general. This delves into having time to knit but dealing with different kinds of fatigue issues like choice or physical types. Jess talks about getting distracted by cinematic video game playthroughs when they try to knit. Tina realizes she might finish

Hot Cakes Episode 6: Christmas in July! In this episode of Hot Cakes, Sara and Jules are talking all things Christmas in July! We’ve got a makealong and an IRL party to celebrate later this month, but for now join us as we chat about the history of Chrismas in July, discuss the merits of gift knitting, and argue about what the best Muppet movie is!Do you have a hot take? Email us at hotcakescraftpod@gmail.com!Support the show on Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/hotcakescraftpodWhere to find Jules

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel are joined by Terry from 'A Touch of Colour' who talks openly about his upbringing, stuggles with addiction, crime, ADHD and prison. Terry talks about how after a second stint of prison he finally turned his life around and found amazing success in the decorating trade. Terry also talks about taking on commercial and domestic work, managing a large team, networking and the recent quality of paints.

For our final week of this series we’re revisiting episode number 32 with Shannan Manton, 100 Songs That Changed My Life. Member Jenn writes “I love hearing about other people's processes and the different albums they make.” As you listen to this episode, think about whether you have a list of 100 things you would love to document in a small album. After the episode you’re invited to visit simplescrapper.com/syw032 to share your insights. 🧐 Get the Focus Finder tool at

In this episode, I sit down with Blake Sanborn, the creator behind Great Lake Laser Supply and Outnumbered 521, to talk about smart, low-risk ways to test new laser products before going all in. We cover strategies for keeping costs low, sourcing materials, reading market signals, and learning from failures. Whether you're just starting out or looking to expand your laser business, Blake shares valuable tips to help you experiment wisely and profitably.

The episode of "Resin Mastery" features a lively discussion between the host and Rachel, who returns after a brief hiatus. Ian and Rachel cover the challenges and opportunities of promoting a resin art business, with a particular focus on the evolving landscape of social media. Rachel and the host reflect on how platforms like Instagram, TikTok, and Facebook have become essential for business growth, particularly as short-form video content has gained immense popularity. They emphasize that

Hey Forkies!Welcome back to another episode of your favorite podcast that nobody asked for!This episode is a testament to the two braincells we have running this podcast. Grab a drink and hunker down, because we dive into the difficult question, Is a hotdog a sandwich? Anyway, enjoy another episode from your two favorite hateful idiots xoIf you’d like to become one of our little darlings in the haters club, you can join our “Darling little haters club” tier on Patreon for more information.If you’re

Send us feedback about this episode! Are you ready to take your sewing skills from basic to brilliant? In this episode, we’re diving into practical and inspiring ways to level up your sewing practice. From mastering fit and experimenting with tricky fabrics to refining your finishing techniques and developing a signature style, we’ll walk you through the strategies that help you grow as a sewist—no matter where you're starting from. Whether you're looking to boost your confidence, sharpen you...