This week I am delighted to be joined by yarn dyer and yarn shop owner Kitey, who is also known as The Yarn Whisperer. Kitey speaks about his journey from crochet to knitting, and how dying yarn unexpectedly brought together lots of different parts of his heritage.He also reflects on the importance of keeping some craft projects for himself as someone who works in the yarn industry, and the creative collaboration that happens when we combine yarns with a pattern and then add our own interpretation

In this inspiring episode, Editor-in-Chief Susan Harold sit down with California-based artist Elizabeth Barlow to explore how painting flowers has transformed her life—and how meditation, devotion, and her “slow painting” process shape the way she creates. Elizabeth shares why she considers herself “devoted” rather than simply disciplined, how meditation supports her creative practice, and the story behind Transfiguration, her recent commission installed

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of the SweetGeorgia Show, Felicia welcomes back internationally renowned knitting instructor and designer Patty Lyons. Since Patty’s first appearance on the show in 2017, so much has changed. She has gone on to write multiple books, including her upcoming title, Knitting ER, publishing in October 2026. Together, Felicia and Patty dive into their shared love of knitting, the importance of building and supporting community, and the joy of truly understanding how...

🤖🧶 AI has entered the craft room! We’re untangling the messy relationship between AI and crafting—from AI-generated patterns and designs to “handmade” products, creative inspiration, and the ethics of using AI in a hobby built around making things by hand.Is AI a helpful crafting assistant, or is it coming for our yarn stash? Let’s argue about it. Grab your needles, hooks, and strongest opinions—it’s time to barf about AI!

What happens when a sewing machine, a dozen magazines, and a whole lot of “wait, where’s the Black representation?” turn into a publishing dream? On Stitch Please, Lisa talks with Michelle Morris, founder of Sewn Magazine, about sewing, creativity, representation, and building the magazine she couldn’t find. Plus, a denim ceiling proves that when Michelle gets an idea, even the ceiling isn’t safe.Where You Can Michelle!=====Hosted By: Dr. Lisa WoolforkSenior Producer: Krystal HillProducer: Mike

Explore the Airbus Helicopter AS350 in this episode of Inside the AS350: The Airbus Helicopter Story. Discover its versatility, performance, and diverse operational applications, from transportation to emergency services. We also highlight the importance of reliable component support and how NAASCO provides starter generator repair and overhaul solutions for AS350-series helicopters, helping operators manage maintenance needs and operational costs.

Send us Fan Mail What happens when a passion for sewing grows into a platform designed to help sewists make more sustainable choices? In this episode of The Sewing Social, Caroline Bacle joins us to talk about her journey from Montreal to London, her love of sewing and dressmaking, and the story behind Destasher - a platform created to help sewists give unwanted fabrics, sewing patterns, haberdashery and other sewing supplies a second life. Caroline shares how her own experiences as a sewist ...

Joel Bardall and Todd Von Joel look at the impact of unplanned time off - and how losing days on the tools can quickly mean losing money too.They’re joined by decorators who have experienced unexpected time away from work for different reasons, while Joel shares his own recent experience of unplanned time off and the impact it had on his business.

Veronica and Gosia are getting audited for the New Year's resolutions they made back at the beginning of the year. Each made 4 goals, but how did they do? Send bail money because things are looking a bit sketch!Follow us on insta! TypeBknittingpod

Not sure what to charge for your crochet plushies or amigurumi? In this episode, I’m sharing the pricing framework I’ve developed after years of selling handmade crochet at markets and online.I talk about how I use size as a starting point, then adjust for complexity, skill level, materials, finishing work and overall value. I also share real examples from my own business, including why I price 5–7 inch plushies around $25, 10-inch plushies around $40, larger plushies at $60–$65 and up, my $97 lovey

What novel or unusual layouts do you love? 🤔📙 Layouts featured from others- Period tracker: https://womenshealthne.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/tracking-your-period-in-your-bullet-journal-rutledgeresident.jpg - Period tracker: https://www.instagram.com/p/BeV0KaoB7cG- Period tracker: https://www.instagram.com/p/BkzlzKhnRS2- Library cost savings: https://www.instagram.com/elle.mn.ope/p/ChTi1-NAQiR/- Library savings tracker:

Send us feedback about this episode! Do you know exactly how much fabric you own? Would you tell anyone if you did? Between the guest-room closet, the bins under the bed, and "the good stuff" you're saving for someday, most of us carry more fabric guilt than we admit. Let's unpack where that guilt actually comes from, practical ways to organize a stash that's gotten out of hand, and how to let fabric go without feeling like a failure. Your stash should be a resource, not a regret. Show notes ...

What can crafting teach us about the way we think, learn, and solve problems?In this episode, we meet Mark R. Nelson, PhD, MBA, FASAE, CAE, whose life sits at the intersection of analytical thinking and hands-on creativity. From a childhood surrounded by crafts and family traditions to a career in data analytics & emerging techologies, Mark has continued to explore different ways of learning and creating.Through woodworking, drawing, and other forms of making, he has found new ways to approach

Season 3, Episode 37 Sewing Machine Feeties. Most used sewing machine foot (besides the normal one)? Are there any feet you have but have never used? (Challenge to try one and report back?) Favorite sewing machine foot? Least favorite? Insewmniacs is created, performed, edited, and produced by Jenny Hassler and Moira Asheland. Please check us out on Instagram at @insewmniacs @johassler @atomicbabycosplay. You can find our FREE community over on Patreon as well! Good ni...

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What are the sewing habits, tools and construction choices that have made the biggest difference to our sewing?In this episode, Johanna and Malena share their personal sewing game changers, including pressing throughout construction, pre-pressing hems, inserting trouser zippers on the flat, making toiles, and cutting tricky fabrics in a single layer.They also discuss what home sewists can learn from ready-to-wear construction, using press templates for pockets, adjusting presser foot pressure, heavy

Jeannine Starr shares her remarkable transition from a 23-year leadership career in higher-education fundraising in New York City to becoming a successful flower preservation and resin artist. What began during the pandemic as a hobby making small resin jewelry pieces eventually grew into JSTAR NYC, a storefront business in Manhattan’s Floral District. Working alongside her daughter Annie, Jeannine has created a business where their strengths complement each other—Jeannine focuses on the artistry

By request, we intend to talk about thread today, by way of sidequests through fandom and convention sewing, needle types, and the importance of knowing what fabric the thread is going into.Why TR is not a "boomer" - https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Generation_JonesA catalog! A learning experience! http://wawak.comAll about thread: https://sewingtrip.com/thread-guide-for-different-threads/Handy Needle

Jo Andrews is the creator of Haptic & Hue, the podcast through which she uncovers fascinating stories always through the lens of textiles, many of which might otherwise have been lost. A professional reporter and correspondent, Jo leaves me awe with her incredible story telling skills. I got to ask her tons of questions about the creation and impact of Haptic and Hue, all posed by the amazing patrons of CYT.Support the podcast over on Patreon! Jo Andrews is the creator of the Haptic

This $990 belt isn't saddle-stitched by hand like the bags Hermès is known for — it's machine-sewn, which is exactly why anyone can buy it while Birkins and Kellys stay gatekept. I opened it up to see what's actually inside: three leather layers, a palladium-coated buckle, and a materials cost I could trace back to source pricing.The markup turned out lower than expected for the brand — around 12-13x on both the strap and the buckle, not the 20x+ multiples seen elsewhere in luxury. So