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Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"

Threads Magazine

The podcast for people who love to sew – from the people who love to write about sewing!

Brought to you by the editors of Threads magazine, this insightful podcast takes on topics important to sewing enthusiasts. Listen in for humor, wisdom, and opinions from expert guests and the Threads staff as they discuss sewing techniques, fashion design, fitting conundrums, and more.

Use your ears to become a better sewer! Hear the talent behind the world's top garment-sewing magazine.

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September 1 · 47 min
Discover CLO 3D, Fashion Design Software, with Ruby Gertz | Episode 105
Fashion design educator Ruby Gertz discusses the benefits of CLO 3D fashion design software, a tool for creating garment designs that fit.
August 4 · 43 min
Building a Sewing Community, with Dr. ChaCha Hudson | Episode 104
From academia to a local sewing studio, Dr. ChaCha Hudson unites sewists around skill development and fashion inclusivity.
June 30 · 34 min
Studying George Washington's Black Velvet Suits, with Timothy Long | Episode 103
Fashion historian, curator, and museum professional Timothy Long shares how his years of detective work into garments worn by George Washington have led to some amazing findings.
June 2 · 30 min
Commemorative American Quilts, with Sandra Sider | Episode 102
A quilting historian and author discusses today's interest in quilting and her new book, which coincides with an exhibition at the New England Quilt Museum.
May 5 · 46 min
Learning from a Pattern Nerd, with Tricia Comacho | Episode 101
Tricia Comacho teaches patternmaking and fitting through her website, plus she is organizing PatternCon 2026.
April 1 · 43 min
Patterns for Plus Sizes, with Gabby Brown and Leila Kelleher | Episode 100
The authors of a groundbreaking book on patterns for plus sizes discuss why they wrote the book, what the step-by-step instructions include, and how the many included tips can help anyone who sews garments.
March 3 · 37 min
The Value of a Flexible Sewing Plan, with Susan Khalje | Episode 99
Couture specialist Susan Khalje discusses how a flexible sewing plan helps you to improve your results when sewing garments.
February 3 · 26 min
Professionally Pleated Pants, with Mary Funt | Episode 98
A couture sewing pro explains how she had her fabric custom-pleated to make a pair of striking, sunburst-pleated pants.
January 6 · 52 min
Color Confidence and Curating Your Stash | Episode 97
Image consultant Nancy Nix-Rice and sewist Jan McMinn discuss how to pare down a fabric stash and plan a versatile wardrobe.
Dec 2, 2025 · 36 min
Folkwear, Patterns From Around the World, with Molly Hamilton | Episode 96
Longtime indie patternmaker Folkwear offers vintage and folk patterns that can suit even the most fashion-forward wardrobe.
Nov 4, 2025 · 34 min
A Peek at the Threads Winter 2025 Edition | Episode 95
The editors of Threads share what they're excited about in the magazine's winter 2025 issue and even look forward to the spring. Find out what's coming up in the holiday issue—from how-to articles, to magnificent wool garments, to gifts for the sewists on your shopping list.
Oct 7, 2025 · 42 min
Adaptive Sewing, with Lynn Brannelly | Episode 94
Lynn Brannelly, owner of Sewn Adaptive, talks about how she alters and makes garments that fit and function for those with disabilities.
Sep 2, 2025 · 36 min
Sewing Advice to Live By, with Kenneth D. King | Episode 93
Threads Contributing Editor Kenneth D. King outlines his approach to ensuring the best results when he sews. Through years of practice, experimentation, and research, he's developed methods that are, in his words, "repeatable and reliable."
Aug 5, 2025 · 40 min
The Joy of a Hand-Sewn Wardrobe, with Louisa Owen Sonstroem | Episode 92
The author of a book about creating a hand-sewn wardrobe shares how she got hooked on patternmaking and hand stitching, plus explains what her guide has to offer.
Jul 1, 2025 · 37 min
Sewing School, with Ryliss Bod | Episode 91
The founder of the Sewing and Design School in Tacoma, Washington, talks about how she caught the teaching bug and how she shares her love of sewing with a diverse group of students from around the country.
Jun 3, 2025 · 36 min
An Historic Clothing Collection, with Kiki Smith | Episode 90
Learn from Kiki Smith, director of the Smith College Historic Clothing Collection, about what's in the collection and how it has attracted attention.
May 7, 2025 · 39 min
Diving into a Design Challenge, with Debby Spence and Michelle Loggins | Episode 89
Sewing garments for design competitions calls for imagination, problem-solving, time management, and enthusiasm for turning obstacles into learning opportunities. Two winning designers share their strategies for success.
Apr 1, 2025 · 45 min
Sewing Quilted Jackets, with Rae Cumbie and Carrie Emerson | Episode 88
As the quilted garment trend grows, the founders of Fit for Art Patterns talk about sewing quilted jackets, the topic of their latest book.
Mar 4, 2025 · 39 min
Creating Fitted Bodices, with Gretchen Hirsch | Episode 87
Pattern designer, sewing teacher, and author Gretchen Hirsch talks about sewing fitted bodices, working with boning, and what's in her latest book.
Feb 4, 2025 · 37 min
Dressmaking as an Art Form, with Helen Haughey | Episode 86

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