On the podcast this week, the ladies discuss their top summer sewing projects and their experiences working with those fabrics and sewing patterns. Do please visit http://www.uncutpod.wordpress.com for links and the full show notes.
This season is in Partnership with Pfaff Sewing Machines UK – Manufacturers of a Full Range of Machines available for Quilting, Embroidery and Sewing. Visit your nearest sewing machine store to explore the extensive range of Pfaff machines.
This episode was also sponsored by Fabric Godmother; everything you need to sew a beautiful garment, all in one place! Use the special code on our website to enjoy the special offer at www.fabricgodmother.co.uk
On the podcast this week, the ladies explore a different craft, embroidery, with their lovely guest, Natalie of Natalie Gaynor Designs. Listen on to find out about Natalie’s crafting journey and some great tips for beginners. You can find out more about Natalie’s work on her instagram page @nataliegaynordesigns. Also feel free to visit http://www.uncutpod.wordpress.com for the show notes.
This season is in Partnership with Pfaff Sewing Machines UK – Manufacturers of a Full Range of Machines available for Quilting, Embroidery and Sewing. Visit your nearest sewing machine store to explore the extensive range of Pfaff machines.
This week we also have a Pfaff Giveaway! We are giving away a Pfaff scissors gift set, which includes a Pfaff branded 8″ bent shear, 6″ curved embroidery scissors , opposable tweezer and spring-action snips, all stored in a beautiful Pfaff branded zippered case. Please see our Instagram page for more details.
On the podcast this week, the ladies dig deep and share their fears around crafting and their making-journey in general. Listen to find out those aspects of their creativity they try their best to avoid out of fear. Also feel free to visit http://www.uncutpod.wordpress.com for the full show notes.
This season is in Partnership with Pfaff Sewing Machines UK – Manufacturers of a Full Range of Machines available for Quilting, Embroidery and Sewing. Visit your nearest sewing machine store to explore the extensive range of Pfaff machines.
We’re back with season 3! The first quarter of 2021 is done and dusted and the ladies discuss their favourite makes and planned makes for the future. We would love to know what your plans are for the rest of 2021 and your favourites so far.
This season is in Partnership with Pfaff Sewing Machines – Manufacturers of a Full Range of Machines available for Quilting, Embroidery and Sewing. Visit your nearest sewing machine store to explore the extensive range of Pfaff machines.
In this final episode of season 2, the ladies share their ultimate sewing patterns.
They also decide on the sewing pattern they would all work on next. So listen to find out which pattern would make the cut.
Thanks to our sponsor for the week- Pigeon Wishes – a sustainable fabric and button store. Visit Pigeon Wishes’ Etsy store to enjoy a 15% discount on their buttons. The code to use is UNCUT15 https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/PigeonWishesShops Also follow them on Instagram @pigeonwishes.shops
In this week’s episode, the ladies revisit their pasts and share their journeys to becoming the creatives they are today. Do grab a drink, listen and share your stories with the community on the uncut instagram page.
Thanks to our sponsor for the week- Storrs London– an English print house for luxury cotton fabrics.
Visit https://www.storrslondon.com to place your order for original designs which are screenprinted on 100% Egyptian superfine cotton lawn. Storrs London’s fabrics are beautiful to work with for dress makers and fashion designers alike.
this week’s episode, the ladies are joined by the lovely Adaku Parker, to share their thoughts surrounding cultural appropriation and appreciation. Adaku, who is the founder of Dovetailed London, also has a brand new book named Sewing with African wax print fabric. She shares her journey into the world of sewing and all about her new book. You can find Adaku at www.dovetailed.co.uk and on instagram @dovetailedlondon Thanks to our sponsor for the week- Dovetailed London: an African wax print fabric shop. They also stock sewing patterns, clothes making and bag making kits and haberdashery.
Do use the code uncut15 for 15% off fabrics in Adaku’s online store till the end of February 2021.
In this episode, the ladies dive deep into a controversial topic and share their thoughts on ‘getting inspiration’ or ‘stealing’ from indie designers and small businesses. Do give this episode a listen and share your thoughts on when and where we should draw the line. Please note: in this episode we talk about issues that have legal implications for creative businesses; we are not trained in this topic, it’s just an informal chat. If you do need legal advice please seek guidance from a qualified source.
Thanks to our sponsors: Arnall-Culliford Knitwear Become more adventurous in your knitting with Arnall-Culliford Knitwear. Their books and ebooks provide crystal-clear, stepwise tutorials, paired with manageably sized projects designed by the world’s greatest designers. Whether you are a novice knitter or hugely experienced, you are guaranteed to find something new to learn to add to your knitting repertoire. Each pattern has detailed instructions and a photo tutorial, as well as a video tutorial on their YouTube channel. They are delighted to offer Uncut listeners 25% off any of their back-catalogue of books and ebooks (you can find all the eligible books here: https://shop.acknitwear.co.uk/collections/arnall-culliford-knitwear-publications). Use the code CUT25 at the checkout. Their latest project is called Confident Knitting and runs for 1 year from 1st March. You can sign up now and you will receive a pdf download with a pattern and tutorial at the start of each month, along with a print copy of the book in September 2021. Some of the techniques included are creating a folded hem, catching floats in colourwork, embroidering your knitting, Vikkel braids, and reversible cables. We have an all-star cast of designers who have created the accessory projects in this collection including Hunter Hammersen, Jeanette Sloan and Gudrun Johnston. Uncut listeners can get £1.00 off the price of Confident Knitting with the code CONFIDENTUNCUT and we would be delighted to match that with a donation to a charity of Uncut’s choice. Let me know who you would like to support. Yarn kits are also available from our website shop.acknitwear.co.uk Each discount code is not valid in conjunction with any other offer and will expire on Monday 1st March 2021.
Episode 26: Our Lockdown Experiences ft. Jenny, Cashmerette Patterns
It’s rolling up to a year since our lives were changed and routines disrupted till further notice. So in this episode, the ladies are joined by Jenny Rushmore, the founder of Cashmerette Sewing Patterns. Jenny, who has had to pack up and travel many miles away from her base amidst the chaos, also shares her crafting journey and how she manages her business during this time of immense uncertainty. Thanks to our sponsors – Murder Mystery Quilt, a unique year-long quilting experience. The community of the Murder Mystery Quilt is where every block you sew holds a piece of the puzzle. Read along with the nicest quilters on the internet, share your ideas and inspiration, and quilt through the year to catch a killer!
Episode 25: Sustainability and Crafting with Kate @timetosew
One aspect of crafting that a lot of us work towards at one point or the other in our sewing journeys is to become more sustainable. But are our practices really sustainable? These and many more points were discussed in this episode with Kate @timetosew, founder of www.timetosew.uk , a true lover of textiles, sewing and sustainable fashion.
Thanks to our sponsors –Sew Me Sunshine – an independent online dressmaking fabric & haberdashery shop that does worldwide shipping. Welcome to un:CUT the Makers’ Podcast where we discuss all things crafts and our experiences with being creative. We hope you enjoy!
