Why I Sew

Why I Sew

Hosted by: Sulky of America

Why do we sew? Everyone's story is different. We interview sewing stars & industry professionals, quilters & embroiderers, menders & makers to bring you inspiring stories that give you all the feels....

Episodes

Making an Imprint with Sewing with Jennifer Tryon, HomeMade

Season #1

Jennifer Tryon spent 20 years as a television news reporter, covering some of the most important moments in recent history. But nothing felt as good as making. So her two worlds merged. She regularly appears as the...
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Fighting anxiety & depression with machine embroidery, Zandra Shaw of EmbroiderShoppe

Season #1

Embroidery Expert Zandra Shaw, of the Embroider Shoppe, focuses on a variety of techniques that include organza, appliqué, lace, patches, and 3D flower embroidery. Her philosophy: “Don’t hoop yourself in! There is...
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Sewing as a meditative process with Abby Glassenberg, Craft Industry Alliance

Season #1

Abby Glassenberg co-founded Craft Industry Alliance and now serves as its president. She’s a sewing pattern designer, teacher and journalist. She has created an outstanding trade association for the crafts industry....
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Bringing beauty into the world with Dale Allen-Rowse, Quilting Cowboy

Season #1

Dale Allen-Rowse, a.k.a the Quilting Cowboy, has been quilting since the birth of his niece in 1999 when he first taught himself how to make baby quilts on a tour bus for a ballet company. Ever since, Dale has been...
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Smocking, embroidery & heirloom roots with Martha Pullen

Season #1

Martha Pullen is a legendary teacher in the sewing world. Her devoted students became loyal customers because she made them believe they could do anything - even the most intricate and delicate heirloom sewing...
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From casinos to cruise ships to custom sewing with Amanda Carita, So Sew English Fabrics

Season #1

So Sew English was founded by Amanda Carita, a single mother with a passion for sewing. This passion began in childhood and was deeply ingrained in her throughout her life. As she pursued her craft, however, she ran...
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Mostly self-taught, making things & selling them with Jessica Barrera of Sallie Tomato

Season #1

Jessica Barrera is the founder of Sallie Tomato, a brand specializing in bag-making patterns and supplies. In this episode, learn what inspires her to sew and how she created her booming business. Jessica has been...
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From Barbie clothes to custom bags & memory quilts with Cheryl Kuczek, Paradiso Designs

Season #1

Cheryl Kuczek, of Paradiso Designs, designs eclectic style sewing patterns for handbags and clothing, including plus sizes. Cheryl describes her creative process and shares her inspiring sewing journey. Take Cheryl's...
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Master of curves (& folding khakis) Jen Carlton Bailly of Betty Crocker Ass

Season #1

In a previous life, Jen Carlton Bailly probably sold you a pair of jeans or khakis at The Gap. Today you’ll find her covered in thread and searching down the latest inspiration for a quilt. She is a self-proclaimed...
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Couture costumer, artist & fashion designer Anna He of Seattle Cosplay

Season #1

Anna He has an extensive, professional background in the fashion industry as a designer. With a passion for sewing and anime, she merged her dream job and her love of all things anime and high fantasy. Raised in New...
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From the Air Force to YouTube Sewing Star: Becky Thompson, Power Tools with Thread

Season #1

Becky Thompson is the owner of the YouTube channel, Power Tools With Thread.  She retired from the US Air Force in 2003 and Air Force Civilian Service in 2020 as a Cyber Security Analyst. She uses the instructor...
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Have a handmade happy hour with Cathie Filian, cathiefilian.com

Season #1

Cathie Filian has always been crafty. She began sewing at age 8, making jewelry with paper clips by 9 and by high school making almost all her own clothing, including party dresses. She studied Textile Science and...
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