This week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra are wrapping up the year with gratitude, laughter, and a little strategic sewing talk. ✨🧵In this cozy, year-end chat, the hosts reflect on the moments, projects, and people that made this year of The Sewcial Hour Podcast so special, from community highlights to personal creative wins.Then it’s time to get practical! With Black Friday right around the corner, Bethany and Audra break down their best strategies for navigating the biggest sewing shopping weekend of the year without stress, overspending, or getting overwhelmed. Whether you’re eyeing new notions, planning a machine upgrade, or perfecting your sewing wishlist, they’ve got you covered with tips for smarter, happier stitching.They dive into:- What they’re most thankful for this year - Their game plan for Black Friday fabric + sewing deals - How to build a wishlist that keeps you focused (and inspired!) - Big-ticket buying tips, price-checking, and supporting local shops - Why shopping with a sewing friend might just save you from impulse buys - Plus: This week’s Stitch & Share and You Love to See It moments!Listeners are encouraged to join in the fun by sharing their #SewingWishlist or gratitude moments in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook group or by tagging the hosts on Instagram.✨ Next Week: A conversation with Gina Pantastico & Michelle Engel of Cloud9 Fabrics!💬 Join the Conversation: Share your favorite takeaways and connect with other sewists in our Facebook group, The Sewcial Sewists: https://www.facebook.com/groups/thesewcialsewists ✔️ Subscribe to The Sewcial Hour ✔️ Leave a review if you enjoyed today’s episode ✔️ Share your favorite Black Friday sewing tips with the community on IG or in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook group
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Episode 32: Guest - Genesis Hall | The Genesis of a Journey
Episode 32: Guest - Genesis Hall | The Genesis of a JourneyThis week on The Sewcial Hour Podcast, Bethany and Audra are thrilled to welcome 15-year-old award-winning quilter and fabric designer, Genesis Hall! 🌟From living abroad as a military kid to launching her debut fabric collection with Riley Blake Designs, Genesis’ story is a beautiful example of how creativity, courage, and community can come together to shape a young artist’s path. She shares how travel, culture, and curiosity have influenced her quilting style and how she’s balancing teenage life with an emerging career in the sewing industry.We chat about her first fabric line — “The Genesis of a Journey” — inspired by her time growing up in Europe, and her exciting collaborations with Renaissance Ribbons and Aurifil Thread. Plus, Genesis offers heartfelt advice for other young makers finding their voice in a creative world that’s often a few generations older.Stick around for our rapid-fire fun round, some “You Love to See It” wins, and an inspiring look at what’s next for this rising star of the sewing community.✨ Links & Resources: 🧵 Instagram: @gennyfromthequiltblock 🎨 Fabric Collection: The Genesis of a Journey – Riley Blake Designs 🎀 Notions: Renaissance Ribbons – Genesis Hall Collection 🧶 Thread Collections:Checker DistributorsFat Quarter ShopBrewer Sewing💡 Affiliate Links:SewTitesJuki Junkies💬 Join the Conversation: Share your favorite takeaways and connect with other sewists in our Facebook group, The Sewcial Sewists.📲 Don’t forget to subscribe, leave a review, and tag a young maker who might be inspired by Genesis’ story!Next week: Thanksgiving Reflections & Black Friday Planning 🦃🧵
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Episode 31: Sewing Costumes
Episode 31: Sewing CostumesThis week on The Sewcial Hour, we’re diving into a topic that brings out big feelings in the sewing world — costume sewing! Whether you love the creativity or dread the chaos, we’re unpacking the magic, the mayhem, and all the lessons that come from sewing costumes.From Halloween and cosplay to theater productions and school projects, we talk about what makes costume sewing such a unique (and sometimes stressful!) experience. We’ll share the joys, challenges, and skill-building opportunities that come with sewing everything from wings to corsets — plus a few last-minute “night before Halloween” confessions.🎧 Tune in to hear: 🧵 Why costume sewing can be a great creative outlet (and learning tool) 🎭 The difference between fun and perfection-driven projects 💡 Our best tips for sewing unusual materials — and keeping your sanityAnd don’t miss the costume photos we’re sharing over in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group and on Instagram!Join the Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15huSR1cbA/Follow The Sewcial Hour Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesewcialhourpodcast/Follow Bethany: https://www.instagram.com/craftwithbethany/Follow Audra: https://www.instagram.com/sewdreamy/#TheSewcialHourPodcast #CostumeSewing #SewingCommunity #CosplaySewing #SewistsOfInstagram
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Episode 30: Sewing with Kids
Episode 30: Sewing with KidsThis week on The Sewcial Hour, we’re tackling a fun (and sometimes chaotic!) topic — sewing with kids. Whether you’re teaching your own children, grandkids, or students, we’re sharing our favorite tips, kid-friendly projects, and pitfalls to avoid so you can make sewing a positive experience for everyone.We’ll chat about why sewing with kids matters, how it builds patience, confidence, and creativity, plus our go-to beginner projects like pillowcases, scrunchies, and simple garments. We’ll also share ways to keep things low-pressure and fun — from letting kids pick their own fabrics to celebrating progress over perfection.🎧 Tune in to hear our icebreaker, “What was your favorite go-to show as a child?” and join the conversation by sharing your (or your kids’) first sewing memories in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group or by tagging us on Instagram!💬 Stay connected:Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @TheSewcialHourPodcast, subscribe wherever you listen, and don’t forget to share your sewing tips with us in the Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group!Join the Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15huSR1cbA/Follow The Sewcial Hour Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesewcialhourpodcast/Follow Bethany: https://www.instagram.com/craftwithbethany/Follow Audra: https://www.instagram.com/sewdreamy/#TheSewcialHourPodcast #SewingWithKids #SewingCommunity
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Episode 29: Preparing for Holiday Sewing – How to Plan, Pace, and Protect Your Joy 🎄✂️
Episode 29: Preparing for Holiday Sewing – How to Plan, Pace, and Protect Your Joy 🎄✂️Holiday sewing season is here! In this week’s episode of The Sewcial Hour, Bethany and Audra share practical tips for tackling your festive projects without sacrificing your sanity (or your joy). From setting realistic goals to honoring your limits, you’ll learn how to avoid burnout, plan ahead, and keep the magic in your making.We talk: 🎁 The “Pinterest effect” and why expectations can sneak up on you 📝 Choosing projects wisely and creating realistic timelines 💡 Tips for batching, shortcuts, and self-care 🧵 How to give yourself permission to scale back without guiltPlus, we swap stories of our own holiday sewing “flops” (hello, 10-week sew-along!) and share practical ways to make this season more manageable and meaningful.✨ Tune in to Episode 29 and start your holiday sewing season feeling prepared, calm, and inspired. Then tell us your holiday sewing wins and flops in The Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group or tag us on Instagram!💬 Stay connected:Follow us on Instagram and Facebook @TheSewcialHourPodcast, subscribe wherever you listen, and don’t forget to share your thrifty sewing tips with us in the Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group!Join the Sewcial Sewists Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/15huSR1cbA/Follow The Sewcial Hour Podcast on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thesewcialhourpodcast/Follow Bethany: https://www.instagram.com/craftwithbethany/Follow Audra: https://www.instagram.com/sewdreamy/
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