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The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Bethany McCue & Audra Chaimson
22 episodes
1 day ago
Episode 21: The Great Sewing Machine Debate The Sewcial Hour Podcast It’s time to talk about the workhorse of every sewing room, the sewing machine! In this episode, Bethany and Audra dive into all things sewing machines: how to choose the right one, what features really matter, and how to keep your machine running like a dream. Whether you’re shopping for your first machine, eyeing an upgrade, or just love geeking out over machine features, this episode is packed with tips for every sewist. ...
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Episode 21: The Great Sewing Machine Debate The Sewcial Hour Podcast It’s time to talk about the workhorse of every sewing room, the sewing machine! In this episode, Bethany and Audra dive into all things sewing machines: how to choose the right one, what features really matter, and how to keep your machine running like a dream. Whether you’re shopping for your first machine, eyeing an upgrade, or just love geeking out over machine features, this episode is packed with tips for every sewist. ...
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Episodes (20/22)
The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 21: The Great Sewing Machine Debate
Episode 21: The Great Sewing Machine Debate The Sewcial Hour Podcast It’s time to talk about the workhorse of every sewing room, the sewing machine! In this episode, Bethany and Audra dive into all things sewing machines: how to choose the right one, what features really matter, and how to keep your machine running like a dream. Whether you’re shopping for your first machine, eyeing an upgrade, or just love geeking out over machine features, this episode is packed with tips for every sewist. ...
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1 day ago
54 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 20: Sewing with Unconventional Materials
Episode 20: Sewing with Unconventional Materials This week, we’re thinking outside the fabric store! Join Bethany and Audra as we dive into the world of sewing with unconventional materials—from thrifted treasures to household odds and ends, nothing is off-limits. We kick things off with a fun icebreaker: What’s the weirdest or most unexpected material you’ve ever sewn with? (Bethany’s answer might surprise you!) Then we explore why stepping outside traditional textiles can spark creativity, ...
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1 week ago
35 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 19: Sewing on a Budget – Create More, Spend Less
Episode 19: Sewing on a Budget – Create More, Spend Less Sewing doesn’t have to be an expensive hobby! In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra are diving into their favorite money-saving strategies, thrifty sewing hacks, and honest talk about resisting the pressure to “buy it all.” Whether you’re just getting started or trying to rein in your fabric budget, we’ve got tips to help you stitch smarter—not spendier. From DIY ironing tables and porcupine quills (yes, really)...
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2 weeks ago
33 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 18: Siah Swag Bags – with Guests Kassiah & Susan
Episode 18: Siah Swag Bags – with Guests Kassiah & Susan This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re joined by the powerhouse sister duo behind Siah Swag Bags: Kassiah Myers and Susan Thiriot! What started as a handmade hustle has grown into a beloved brand known for vibrant bag-making content, must-have supplies, and community-fueled creativity. We chat all about their journey from craft fairs and classroom teaching to running a thriving sewing business with a devoted YouTube following,...
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3 weeks ago
48 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 17: Fabric Fundamentals for Sewing Bags
Episode 17: Fabric Fundamentals for Sewing Bags - Choosing the Right Material for the Job Whether you're stitching up your first tote or crafting your 50th clutch, choosing the right fabric can make or break your bag-making experience. In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra break down the essential fabric know-how every bag maker needs, from structure and durability to style and stitchability. We’re sharing our favorite materials for different bag types, tips for handl...
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4 weeks ago
36 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 16: Threading Through the Trends
Episode 16: Threading Through the Trends – What’s Hot in Sewing for 2025 From 90s plaid to visible mending, sewing in 2025 is anything but boring! In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra break down the top sewing and quilting trends shaping the creative world this year: think big bows, functional fashion, sustainable stitching, and a major romantasy aesthetic takeover. ✨ We’re chatting about what trends we love (hello, quilted everything), which ones we’re trying (visib...
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1 month ago
29 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 15: Sewing in the Margins of Life
Episode 15: Sewing in the Margins of Life – Making Time for Creativity Amid Chaos Life gets busy—like really busy. Between work, family, adulting, and everything in between, finding time to sew can feel nearly impossible. In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra get real about the struggle to carve out creative time in hectic seasons and why sewing isn’t just a hobby - it’s self-care. We’re sharing personal stories, relatable moments (yes, Audra once stitched while getti...
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1 month ago
46 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 14: Sewtopia
Episode 14: Sewtopia – Quilting, Chaos & Community with Amy & Megan This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re joined by the dynamic duo behind Sewtopia—Amy and Megan! While we had a list of questions about running a modern quilt shop, hosting epic sewing retreats, and curating drool-worthy fabric kits... let’s just say things didn’t exactly go as planned. From hilarious detours to heartfelt moments, this episode is packed with laughter, behind-the-scenes glimpses into the Sew...
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1 month ago
50 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 13: Finding Your Sewing Style
In this week’s episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re diving into something every sewist eventually navigates: finding your sewing style! From following fleeting fashion trends in our youth (tanning bed stickers, layered tanks, and all) to discovering the confidence and freedom that comes with tailoring garments to fit your body and your life, this episode is all about that journey. Bethany and Audra reflect on how their personal styles have evolved and how sewing has empowered them to dr...
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1 month ago
28 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 12: All Things Sewing Retreats!
Episode 12: All Things Sewing Retreats Ready to pack your machine and escape into a weekend (or week!) of creativity? This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re diving into all things sewing retreats: what they are, how to find the right one for you, and why they might just be the recharge your sew-jo needs. We’re sharing our personal retreat experiences, what we pack, what we look for in a retreat, and how to know if you're ready to join one. Whether you're dreaming of a relaxing getaway w...
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2 months ago
37 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 11: Overcoming Creative Blocks
🎧 Episode 11: Overcoming Creative Blocks Get your sew-jo back with simple tips, playful techniques, and a little sewing self-care! In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra dive into a relatable topic for every maker: creative blocks. Whether your sewing machine is gathering dust or you're stuck in a rut, this conversation is full of real talk and actionable ideas to help you reignite your creativity and get back to doing what you love. From easy wins and playful stitchin...
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2 months ago
27 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 10 – Guest Interview: Misty Doan of Missouri Star Quilt Company
This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we welcome our second-ever guest—and she’s sewing royalty! Join us as we sit down with Misty Doan, Creative Leader at Missouri Star Quilt Company, host of At Home with Misty and Homespun, and an inspiring voice in the world of modern quilting. From her early sewing inspirations to balancing creativity with motherhood, Misty shares openly about her journey as a creator, educator, and encourager in the sewing community. We also dive into her design process...
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2 months ago
32 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 9: The Comparison Trap: Social Media, Self-Doubt & Creative Confidence
Welcome back to The Sewcial Hour Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a topic that hits close to home for many makers—the comparison trap. With constant posts of perfectly staged sewing spaces, flawless finishes, and endless new projects, it’s easy to feel like you’re not doing enough. Today, we’re talking about how social media can stir up self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the pressure to “keep up” in the creative space. In this episode, we discuss: The bandwagon effect: new patterns, tren...
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2 months ago
37 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 8: Making for Others - Navigating the Joys and Pressures of Handmade Gifting
Episode 8: Making for Others - Navigating the Joys and Pressures of Handmade Gifting Welcome back to The Sewcial Hour Podcast! This week, we’re diving into a topic that every maker has faced at some point—making for others. Whether you’re creating handmade gifts out of love, obligation, or habit, there’s often an emotional toll that comes with sewing for someone else. From early projects made with enthusiasm to later ones that feel like pressure, we’re breaking down the difference between “ha...
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3 months ago
26 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 7: Meet Missy Luukkonen of The Little Green Bean
This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we're excited to welcome our very first guest — Missy Luukkonen, the creative behind The Little Green Bean. Missy is a full-time maker, business owner, and sewing educator who has been crafting whimsical and practical creations for over 30 years. She joins us to share her inspiring story, from learning to sew in high school to building a successful handmade business with her husband in northern Minnesota. In this episode, we dive into: How The Little Gre...
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3 months ago
45 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 6: Summer Wardrobe Refresh – Patterns We Love & Swimsuit Sewing! ☀️🧵👗
Release Date: April 22, 2025 Hosts: Bethany (@CraftWithBethany) & Audra (@SewDreamyStudio) The sun is out, the fabric is flowing, and we’re ready to refresh our closets with handmade pieces! In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re diving into our favorite summer sewing patterns, including our go-to picks for dresses, sets, and even swimsuits. Whether you’re beach-bound or backyard lounging, we’ve got you covered (literally). ✨ In This Episode: Each of us shares our top 3 summer...
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3 months ago
39 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 5: Sewing Room Must-Haves – What You Really Need (and What You Don’t) 🧵
Episode 5: Sewing Room Must-Haves – What You Really Need (and What You Don’t) 🧵 Release Date: April 15, 2025 Hosts: Bethany (@CraftWithBethany) & Audra (@SewDreamyStudio) Today on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re talking sewing room essentials - the tools, notions, and gadgets we swear by... and the ones we could definitely live without. Whether you're brand new to sewing or just looking to fine-tune your setup, this episode is packed with helpful tips to level up your space without wastin...
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3 months ago
37 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Sewcial Hour Podcast - Episode 4: The Demise of JoAnn – What It Means for Sewists & Crafters 🎙️🧵
Release Date: April 8, 2025 Hosts: Bethany (@CraftWithBethany) & Audra (@SewDreamyStudio) Today, we’re diving into the fall of JoAnn Fabrics—an iconic name in the sewing and crafting world. Whether you were a loyal customer or just popped in for an emergency spool of thread, Joann’s impact on sewists, crafters, and makers can’t be ignored. So… what happens now? ✨ What We Cover in This Episode: 🔹 JoAnn’s closure & its ripple effect—what it means for the sewing industry 🔹 Ho...
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4 months ago
41 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 3: Sewing & Stress – How Creativity Can Help
Episode 3: Sewing & Stress – How Creativity Can Help Release Date: April 1, 2025 Hosts: Bethany (@CraftWithBethany) & Audra (@SewDreamyStudio) April is Stress Awareness Month, and in this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re talking about the power of creativity in managing stress. Whether you turn to sewing, crafting, or another creative outlet, making time for creativity can be exactly what you need to combat anxiety and find balance. ✨ What We Cover in This Episode: &nb...
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4 months ago
43 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 2: How We Got Here 🎙️🧵
Hosts: Bethany (@CraftWithBethany) & Audra (@SewDreamyStudio) In this episode of The Sewcial Hour Podcast, we’re diving into our journeys in the sewing industry—how we turned our passion into careers, the highs and lows along the way, and how YOU can carve your own path in the world of sewing! ✨ What We Cover in This Episode: 🔹 How childhood dreams and early influences led us to sewing 🔹 The turning points that shaped our careers in the sewing industry 🔹 Challenges we fa...
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4 months ago
55 minutes

The Sewcial Hour Podcast
Episode 21: The Great Sewing Machine Debate The Sewcial Hour Podcast It’s time to talk about the workhorse of every sewing room, the sewing machine! In this episode, Bethany and Audra dive into all things sewing machines: how to choose the right one, what features really matter, and how to keep your machine running like a dream. Whether you’re shopping for your first machine, eyeing an upgrade, or just love geeking out over machine features, this episode is packed with tips for every sewist. ...