Sew Quest

Sew Quest

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Sew Quest episodes

  • The Unexpected Finale - Cheese String Wrappers Everywhere

    A final episode of sorts. We didn’t know it was the final episode when we recorded this, but we decided to move on. Caroline tries to get Erin to tell her it is ok to not prewash. We dive into our social ideals. And we even answer a sewing question in this one… Thank you for all your support over the life of this podcast!

    If you want to continue to hear us ramble, we will be launching a new podcast. Follow @EphemeralExistencePodcast on Instagram to stay in the loop.

    32 min
  • What even is time?

    We talk hems, pleated fabrics, and tension issues, and go completely off the rails when thinking about time...


    Detailed show notes are in the works and will be updated soon but we didn't want to hold up this release any longer.

    44 min
  • S2E2: That's maybe not the greatest advice

    This episode, we talk about printing on big paper, projectors, when to change your rotary blade, ironing board covers, more transporter dilemmas, clones, and if Picard was a great captain.

    More show notes available at sewquest.ca

    If you have questions let us know on our website or on social media. We'd love to try to answer them.

    40 min
  • I just like to talk about cats

    In this episode, we unsubscribe, resubscribe, unsubscribe, then resubscribe again, talk about fuzzy fabrics, hot fabrics, bleach mistakes, cat ironing boards, and letting go of makes that aren’t working for you.

    Transcription and Links at https://sewquest.ca

    34 min
  • Episode 12: How the Sausage is Made.

    We're back after an unexpected hiatus for our last episode of season 1. We get side tracked right out of the gate, but bring it back to answer a couple of sewing-related questions. We don't actually talk about making sausage. 

    Transcription and links available: https://sewquest.ca/2022/01/01/episode-12/

    43 min
  • Episode 10: Your local politician is there to do your bidding

    This week, we make some corrections, talk about grading seams (the other definition), voting, mac and cheese, and driving standard (or not). 


    grading seams tutorial

    batch sewing tips

    What are we making?
    wool ironing mats
    Grainline Field bag
    Pekka Ready to Sew
    the example I saw of a pieced back
    more Melody Dolmans
    googly eye cats

    What are we excited about

    Caroline:
    Mandy from Wordsworth Books on our next podcast
    Fostering cats
    going back to school

    Erin:
    Book Preorder Incentives
    The Death of Jane Lawrence by Caitlyn Starling
    Becky Chambers Meets Good Omens is Light From Uncommon Stars by Ryka Aoki

    What we're reading/ Watching:


    Caroline:
    Ted Lasso
    Resident Alien
    The Good Fight

    Erin:
    Forever (2014)
    Lower Decks
    Gravity Falls

    59 min
  • Episode 9: Talking is hard

    In this episode, Erin can't podcast and gets confused easily, Caroline likes to walk with her partner, and we try to be helpful in regards to adjustments but read the question wrong. We talk about jackets, patterns, and what we're sewing. 


    what we're sewing
    Melody Dolman
    pekka ready to sew
    Stickman Heart Vine Fabric
    Nani Iro
    Linen Gauze

    Making adjustments

    sway back adjustment
    full tummy skirt tutorial

    Muna and Broad

    Jacket patterns:

    Hovea

    Pekka Ready to Sew
    Sienna Maker Jacket
    Tamarack Jacket
    Grainger from Muna and Broad
    Seamwork quilted Jacket
    City Coat from Jalie

    quilted jacket pattern roundup


    Jacket fabrics:

    Waffle Cotton
    Cotton Jacquard
    Sherpa
    Denims

    for patchwork jackets

    linens
    washed linens
    quilting cottons
    lawns
    what we are excited about:

    Erin:
    Peach Season

    Caroline:
    Walking with Justin (awww)

    What we are watching/reading:

    Caroline:

    Brené Brown Unlocking Us Podcast
    The Gift of imperfections
    Huberman Lab Podcast
    Bill & Ted's Face the Music
    Atypical

    Erin:
    Another Life on Netflix
    Harrow
    Forever

    39 min
  • Episode 7: You Know, You Could Patch Those

    In this episode, we discuss designing digital prints, grading seam allowances, sewing for potty training, some really interesting jeans, and Caroline does some sewing. Note: Since recording this, we've realized that we probably misinterpreted the grading seam allowances question, and will re-answer it in a later episode (probably episode 10).

    Works Referenced:

    Making Digital Prints:

    Digital Prints by Caroline

    Procreate App

    Heather Ross Prints : 50+ Designs and 20 Projects to Get You Started by Heather Ross

    How to make a repeating pattern

    Leggings:

    Question asker referenced this book: Sew Your Own Activewear: Make a Unique Sportswear Wardrobe from Four Basic Sewing Blocks by Melissa Fehr

    Jalie Clara Leggings

    Jalie also has released side pocket leggings with an extended size range

    split crotch pant patterns:

    • Three Seam Split Crotch Pants and FREE Pattern by Do-it-yourself EC.
    • One Size Split Crotch Trousers PDF Sewing Pattern by Little Bunny Bear
    • Longies Pattern by Katrina's Sew Quick Soaker Pattern
    • Recycled Wool Sweater Longies Instructions by Do-it-yourself EC
    • Easy Up and Down Pants with FREE Pattern and Instructions by Do-it-yourself EC
    • Make your own Elimination Communication split-pants for your kiddo from Tights from Offbeat Home & Life
    • Clear Panel Knee Jeans

      Shall We Knit - also known as our very favourite knitting shop

      Tiktok Video Pants

      Books + Media Discussed:

      Bird by Bird by Anne Lamont

      Sound of Metal (movie)

      Think Again by Adam Grant

      Ghosts of Sherwood by Carrie Vaugn

      Heirs of Loxley by Carrie Vaughn

      Heartbreaker by Claudia Dey

      47 min

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