Quilting Through the Ages - Part 2 | The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast Podcast

2. Mental Health Awareness with @Angelica_Creates: In the United States, Mental Health Awareness month is celebrated in May. In this week's episode, we will be chatting with Filipino-American seamstress, pattern designer, fiber artist and DIY maker Angelica from @Angelica_Creates. Angelica is also an av... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

54 min listen

Introducing The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast: Welcome to The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast. The Asian Sewist Collective is a group of people of Asian descent who sew! We live in different cities around the world and represent different Asian cultures and ethnicities. In this podcast, we'll be ex... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

1 min listen

5. Quilting with Bhiravi Rathinasabapathi of Strawberry Creek Quilts: In this episode, we talk to Bhiravi Rathinasabapathi, the independent quilt pattern designer behind Strawberry Creek Quilts. We talk about learning how to quilt, being an Indian American quilter, and what it’s like to start a sewing business. For show no... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

45 min listen

4. Sewing and Self-Care: In this episode, we wrap up Mental Health Awareness Month and Asian American Pacific Heritage Month by inviting Asian Sewist Collective team member Erica to discuss self-care. We talk about how our identities shape our thoughts on self-care, and our own ... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

44 min listen

21. Sewing Special Occasionwear with Macy Camile: In this episode, we talk to Indianapolis-based designer and sewing blogger Macy Camile. Macy (@macycamile) identifies as Filipino-American and specializes in sewing special occasionwear, she shares her sewing story and tips for working with tulle and oth... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

47 min listen

16. Building an Impactful Fabric Shop with Sandeep Sandhu of Sister Mintaka: In this episode, we're talking to Sandeep Sandhu, founder of Sister Mintaka. We talk about Sandeep's Indian heritage, her experience learning to sew in the UK and learn more about how she started and built an impactful fabric shop. Sister Mintaka is a U... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

46 min listen

17. Imposter Syndrome in Sewing: In this episode, we're talking about imposter syndrome. We define the term, talk about how it shows up in our sewing practices and discuss how our identities intersect with imposter syndrome. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: ... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

52 min listen

8. Silk: This is our first textiles episode! Today, we’re talking about silk: its history, production and the various silk fabrics you can use in your sewing practice. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

30 min listen

14. Mindful Fabric Selection, Part 2: In this episode, we continue our discussion about mindful fabric selection. We discuss mainstream fabrics and other alternatives to consider when sourcing fabrics for sewing project, and greenwashing (especially in the context of deadstock fabric). We al... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

48 min listen

1. Cultural Appropriation in Sewing: An Introduction: On our very first episode of the Asian Sewist Collective podcast, we are discussing cultural appropriation in sewing. Join us to learn more about the topic and how appropriation has come up in the sewing community. For show notes and a transcript of this... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

35 min listen

3. Pattern Testing with @divinedita: On this week’s podcast, we’re talking to Nandita of @divinedita about pattern testing for independent sewing pattern designers. Nandita has written for the Curvy Sewing Collective and Sewcialists, and identifies as a first generation Indian American, bor... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

51 min listen

11. The History of the Qipao/Cheongsam: We are back for season 2! On our season premiere, we discuss the history of the qipao/cheongsam, how the garment has changed over time and its cultural significance. We also share important podcast updates, what we were up to this summer and of course, o... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

34 min listen

7. Bag Making with Ellie Lum Of Klum House: In this episode, we talk all things bag making with Ellie Lum of Portland-based Klum House (@klumhouse). We talk about her background and experience as a mixed race Asian American entrepreneur. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see:... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

63 min listen

10. Size Inclusivity with Leila Kelleher (@leila_sews): On this week's episode, we discuss Asian identity, size inclusivity in sewing and patternmaking for large bodies with Leila Kelleher (@leila_sews), half of the team behind Muna and Broad (@munaandbroad). For show notes and a transcript of this episode, p... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

70 min listen

23.We’re back for Season 3: In this episode, Nicole and Ada share what they've been up to while the podcast has been off the air for the past few months. We also share a sneak peek at what the team has been working on for Season 3, and what you can expect. For show notes and a tra... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

12 min listen

12. Natural Dyeing with Ella Clausen of @handmademillennial: In this episode, we get to know Ella Clausen of @HandmadeMillennial. Ella is a Black and Filipinx garment sewist based in Oakland, California. Her Instagram account highlights her adventures in making, including sewing, natural dyeing and other fiber and... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

55 min listen

9. Asian Dress in Pop Culture: Raya and the Last Dragon with Nam & Duy: In our first Asian Dress in Pop Culture episode, we discuss the costumes in Raya and the Last Dragon with guests, Nam and Duy. Both are accomplished cosplayers & costume sewists who put together a viral Raya costume for the movie’s premiere. You can find... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

56 min listen

32. Vintage Sewing Machines Part 2: In this week’s episode, we wrap up our discussion on vintage sewing machines. We talk about repairing, restoring and buying vintage machines with our producer and special guest, Esther (@esthermakesadventures). For show notes and a transcript of this epi... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

54 min listen

24. Batik: In this episode, we're talking about batik and batik fabric. We explore the history of this fabric dyeing technique and its availability today. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-24-ba... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

40 min listen

13. Mindful Fabric Selection, Part 1: In this episode, we're talking about mindful fabric selection. When we say mindful, we’re not talking about picking the right fabric for a specific sewing project. What we mean is: taking into consideration the environmental and human rights issues invo... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

45 min listen

18. Meet Fiber Artist, Designer & Small Batch Studio Owner Joy Mao: In this episode, we're talking to fiber artist, designer and small batch studio owner Joy Mao. We discuss how she learned to sew in college, her experience as an artist in residence at The W.O.W. Project in Manhattan's Chinatown, and her journey from hob... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

57 min listen

19. The History of the Sari: In this episode, we learn about the history of the sari, how draping styles have changed over time and its cultural significance. We also invite 2 guests to share their perspectives: Ceci Chalasani (@thesecretsewist) and Gowri Paary (@bypaary). For show ... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

64 min listen

28. Bra Making with Lily Fong of LilypaDesigns: In this week's episode, we're talking about bras and bra making with Lily Fong, the designer behind LilypaDesigns (@lilypadesigns). Learn how Lily started sewing her own bras before starting Lilypad Designs to support the bra making community with patter... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

49 min listen

25. Color Theory and Palettes: In this episode, we're talking about color theory, color palettes and how they can influence our identities and our sewing. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-25-color-theory-and-palette... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

49 min listen

20. Slow Fashion and Intergenerational Sewing: A Conversation with Nics Asawasudsakorn: In this episode, we talk to Nics Asawasudakorn, designer and founder of the petite show fashion brand Lovanie. Nics is originally from Thailand and currently based out of Seattle, and a sewist herself. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, pl... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

34 min listen

33. Gatekeeping in Sewing: In this week's episode, Ada and Nicole discuss gatekeeping in sewing and share some experiences from the Collective. For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-33-gatekeeping-in-sewing/ If you f... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

59 min listen

34. This Long Thread: A Community Episode: In this week's episode, we're using This Long Thread, a book by Jen Hewett, to guide our discussion. Jen is a printmaker, surface designer, teacher and author. In addition to designing and selling her own products, Jen also licenses her work to fabric ma... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

53 min listen

37. Aims of INDY BINDY Fabrics: This week, we're talking to Aims Watts, owner and curator of INDY BINDY Fabrics. INDY BINDY Fabrics is an independent online fabric shop that specializes in artisanal fabric from Japan. Follow Aims and INDY BINDY at @indybindyfabrics and indybindy,co... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

45 min listen

A quick update: Hey friends - we wanted to give you a quick update on where we're at this week. Our regularly scheduled content will still be released this Thursday & next, and our episodes are pre-recorded. Resources mentioned: @AAPIEquityAlliance @AsiansForMenta... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

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30. Zero Waste Sewing & Clothing: In this week's episode, Ada and Nicole discuss zero waste sewing, fashion and clothing. We'll talk about zero waste practices throughout history and Asian cultures, and our own zero waste habits within our sewing practices. For show notes and a transcrip... by The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast

78 min listen

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