Love to Sew Podcast

Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs

Helen Wilkinson and Caroline Somos host Love to Sew, a fun weekly podcast about making clothes, sewing community, and small business. They talk about their passion for sewing a handmade wardrobe and their daily lives as creative entrepreneurs. Listen to interviews with indie business owners and inspiring sewists who totally understand your obsession with sewing.

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20 episodes
Updated July 23

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July 23 · 15 min
We Sew Fall 2026: Join Us!
We announce the We Sew topics for our fall season and discuss how YOU can join the fun! Release Dates: October 6th: We Sew Thrift Flips October 20th: Shirtmaking October 27th: We Sew Jeans (NOTE: We mentioned a different date in the episode - this is the updated, correct date.) November 10th: We Sew Outerwear Show Notes
May 19 · 48 min
Episode 307: Sewing IRL
We share our listeners' stories and suggestions for sewing with others in real life! We chat about guilds, clubs, classes, Zoom sewcials, friend meet-ups, and even sewing birthday parties. And we share our own stories, too. Show Notes
May 12 · 55 min
Episode 306: We Sew Scraps
We made garments from our fabric scraps and we reveal them to each other ON THE PODCAST! We chat about how we decided which scraps to put together, our patchwork techniques, and how we feel about our scrap stashes now. Show Notes
May 5 · 44 min
Episode 305: The Language of Sewing with Maddie Ballard
We interview Maddie Ballard, author of Patchwork: A Sewist's Diary! We chat with her about learning to sew during the pandemic, connecting to her roots through her projects, and transforming painful moments into beautiful work. Show Notes
April 28 · 56 min
Episode 304: Presser Feet
This episode is all about presser feet! We cover all the basics, plus take you into truly mysterious territory. Like: how do you use a ruffler foot? Do you need a blind hem foot to sew a blind hem? And does my machine have a high shank or a low shank? We've got your answers! Show Notes
April 21 · 59 min
Episode 303: Crochet 101 with Nyala Rowe
In this episode, we chat with Nyala Rowe from Crochet Junction! She gives us an intro to crochet, including the best beginner projects, yarn, and resources. Plus: finding crafty community, the tools you need to get started with crochet, and more! Show Notes
April 14 · 47 min
Episode 302: We Sew Bags
We each sewed a bag in secret, and in this episode, we reveal them to each other for the first time! We chat about the patterns and fabrics we chose, what techniques helped us out during the sewing process, and how we plan to style our new bags. Show Notes
April 7 · 48 min
Episode 301: Plus-Size Patternmaking with Leila Kelleher
Today's guest is Leila Kelleher: professor of fashion design, co-owner of pattern company Muna and Broad, ready-to-wear designer for A Space in Between, and co-author of the new book, Plus-Size Patternmaking for Womenswear! We talk with Leila about this groundbreaking book, her practical, neutral approach to plus size design and pattern drafting, and how to use the book as a home sewist. Show Notes
March 31 · 1 hr 16 min
Episode 300: A Celebration
This is our 300th episode celebration! We chat about 9 years making Love to Sew, including the guest we were the most nervous to interview, our 2026 TNT patterns, and the advice we would give the 2017 versions of ourselves. Plus: fun games, Love to Sew stats, and more! Show Notes
March 24 · 34 min
Episode 299: Rainwear
This episode is all about sewing rainwear! We talk about some of the most common waterproof fabrics and define terms like "hydrostatic head rating" and "DWR." We also share some great indie patterns for raincoats, jackets, and hats. And we give tons of tips for sewing with waterproof fabrics, sealing seams, re-waterproofing, and more! Show Notes
March 17 · 58 min
Episode 298: Building a Sewing Business with Sydney Graham
Our guest for this episode is Sydney Graham! She designs comfy, stylish patterns and makes amazing sewing content on social media. We chat with her about her fascinating career journey, creating work/life balance, and her dreamy DIY sewing spaces." Show Notes
March 10 · 1 hr 2 min
Episode 297: Hats
We're back for the spring season with an episode all about sewing hats! We share special materials and techniques you'll only see in the world of hatmaking, talk about hat styles from easy to advanced, and reveal the hats WE made! Show Notes
Nov 11, 2025 · 49 min
Episode 296: We Sew the Good Fabric
In this episode, we took the plunge and sewed our favourite fabrics into showstopper garments! We reveal them to each other for the first time and share the stories of where we got our fabrics, what the fitting and sewing process was like, and where we plan to wear our new clothes. Plus, we answer a listener question about altering a pants pattern from an elastic waist to a fitted waist and share another listener's feedback about a futuristic zipper. Show Notes
Nov 4, 2025 · 41 min
Episode 295: Inuit Sewing Traditions with Laura Pia Churchill
In this episode, we interview Inuk sewist Laura Pia Churchill! She tells us about life in Nunavut, Inuit sewing traditions, sewing through grief, being an auntie, and lots more. Show Notes
Oct 28, 2025 · 42 min
Episode 294: Do You Know This Notion?
In this episode, we share a bunch of lesser-known sewing notions! Have you heard of a curve runner? How about drawcord elastic? Monofilament thread? Zipper lubricant? We talk about all of these and lots more! Plus, we answer a listener question about taking in trousers. Show Notes
Oct 21, 2025 · 49 min
Episode 293: Parents and Caregivers Who Sew
This episode is all about how to sew when you're a parent or caregiver! How to find the time, how to keep kids away from sharp sewing tools, how to involve kids in your sewing practice, and more. Our listeners called and wrote in with some really cool stories, tips, and strategies! Show Notes
Oct 14, 2025 · 46 min
Episode 292: Sew the Look with Pauline Bruce
In this episode, we interview Pauline Bruce aka @sewuthinkucan! She's a pattern hacking genius, Sew the Look specialist, and beloved member of the sewing community. She chats with us about her continent-crossing sewing journey, tells us how to get sewing friendships off the internet and into real life, and reveals her secrets for finding patterns to dupe ready-to-wear looks. Show Notes
Oct 7, 2025 · 50 min
Episode 291: We Sew Fashion Trends
We each chose a rising trend for Fall/Winter 2025 and sewed garments inspired by it! In this episode, we reveal them to each other for the first time. We also talk about our pattern and fabric choices, the tips that helped us through the sewing process, and where we plan to wear our trendy outfits. Show Notes
Sep 30, 2025 · 44 min
Episode 290: Projector Sewing
This episode is an introduction to projector sewing! Projector sewists skip the paper and project patterns directly onto fabric. We talk about what you need for a successful setup and how to use it; the pros and cons of projector sewing vs. printing out PDF patterns; and whether we're planning to start using projectors (we disagree!). We also answer a listener question about pants length adjustments. Show Notes
Sep 23, 2025 · 46 min
Episode 289: Functional Style with Cornelius Quiring
We interview Cornelius Quiring, the beloved internet sewing teacher and content creator! We chat with him about his unique sewing journey, his minimalist design perspective, how he teaches difficult drafting concepts, and his favourite things to sew. Show Notes

Love to Sew Podcast

We Sew Fall 2026: Join Us!

Episode 307: Sewing IRL

Episode 306: We Sew Scraps

Episode 305: The Language of Sewing with Maddie Ballard

Episode 304: Presser Feet

Episode 303: Crochet 101 with Nyala Rowe

Episode 302: We Sew Bags

Episode 301: Plus-Size Patternmaking with Leila Kelleher

Episode 300: A Celebration

Episode 299: Rainwear

Episode 298: Building a Sewing Business with Sydney Graham

Episode 297: Hats

Episode 296: We Sew the Good Fabric

Episode 295: Inuit Sewing Traditions with Laura Pia Churchill

Episode 294: Do You Know This Notion?

Episode 293: Parents and Caregivers Who Sew

Episode 292: Sew the Look with Pauline Bruce

Episode 291: We Sew Fashion Trends

Episode 290: Projector Sewing

Episode 289: Functional Style with Cornelius Quiring