The Sewcial Hour Podcast

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Episode 55: Behind the Seams - Pattern Testing

2026-09-2201:31:56

What actually happens before a sewing pattern is released to the public? In Episode 55 of The Sewcial Hour, we’re going behind the seams to talk all about pattern testing with two guests who bring very different perspectives to the process: Catherine Holbrook of Bringing Sewing Back, who specializes in garment sewing, and Delia Birch of A Stitch is a Stitch Quilt Co., who designs quilt patterns and provides technical editing services to fellow designers. While the basic purpose of pattern tes...

Episode 54: Sewing Subscription Boxes: Are They Worth It?

2026-09-0801:14:32

Would you love having sewing goodies delivered right to your door every month… or would your sewing room quickly become even more stuffed with things you may never use? 😂 In Episode 54 of The Sewcial Hour, I’m joined by Brooke Stambersky of Brooke’s Bitchin’ Stitches for a fun conversation about sewing subscription boxes and the big question: Are they actually worth it? We’re talking about the appeal of subscription boxes, the mystery factor, cost vs. value, stash accumulation, sewing guilt, ...

Episode 53: From Narrow Boat to Cottage Sewing

2026-08-2501:10:25

What happens when your sewing space goes from a cozy Narrow Boat to a cottage in Scotland? 🏡🧵 In Episode 53 of The Sewcial Hour, I’m chatting with my friend Tracy Perks of Rope & Anchor Trading Co. Tracy joins me from the UK for a casual conversation about her quilting journey, her recent move to a cottage in Scotland, and what it’s like to suddenly have a whole lot more room to sew! We talk about Tracy’s unique approach to quilt pattern design and her wonderfully distinctive writing styl...

Episode 52: Quilting with Corey Pearson

2026-08-1101:17:43

What happens when a love of quilting turns into a career that takes you across the country, introduces you to incredible people, and makes you one of the familiar faces in the quilting community? In Episode 52 of The Sewcial Hour, I’m joined by Corey Pearson, Chief Quilter at Linda’s, for a conversation about quilting, creativity, travel, community, and the journey that brought him to where he is today. Corey and I talk about how he discovered quilting, his path to becoming Chief Quilter at L...

Episode 51: Finding Your Voice in the Sewing Industry

2026-07-2801:43:59

What does it really take to build a creative career without losing yourself in the process? In Episode 51 of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany is joined by guest co-host Lina Owen for an honest conversation about creativity, social media, and finding your place in the sewing industry. Together, they explore the challenges many makers face, from navigating layoffs and rebuilding confidence to resisting the pressure to fit neatly into a niche. Bethany and Lina open up about the emotional side o...

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