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A HandBuilt Life

Heather Lou + Amy V
Sewing
Closet Core Patterns
Western Shirt
Sourdough
Guitar
Montreal
Clothing Design
Woodworking
Bread
Relationships

From Closet Core Studios comes: A Handbuilt Life. Join hosts Heather Lou and Amy V as they check in on their various hobbies and obsessions, from sewing to woodworking, gardening, and more. They'll speak to industry experts from all walks of life to discuss what fuels their passions and drives their creativity — because a good life is always a work in progress.

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PublishesTwice monthlyEpisodes6Founded2 months ago
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Latest Episodes

Our guest is chef, recipe developer, bestselling cookbook author and maker Christine Flynn. Hailing from the East Coast of Canada, Christine and Heather had a rollicking conversation that covers big life and career pivots, what it actually takes to w... more

Heather and Amy are back to discuss the hobbies and obsessions keeping their heads and hands busy this Spring. From Amy crying with astronauts to Heather's feminist literature class, we are busy in April, shaking off a loooooong winter and getting ou... more

Heather sits down with the original multi-hyphenate and muse to our most challenging sewing pattern to date (the Jasika Blazer) Jasika Nicole! They talk hobbies (how many are too many??) creativity juice and perimenopause in this intimate chat.

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Heather and Amy are back with the subjects that are filling their heads, the hobbies that are keeping their hands busy and the little things that are filling their hearts this month. From Amy's sourdough journey to Heather's favourite new series, we ... more

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Recent Guests

Jasika Nicole
actress, singer, sewer, knitter, shoemaker, cook, baker; self-described polymath and creator
Actor and creator
Episode: The TryCurious™️ Queen with Jasika Nicole
Cornelius Quiring
Pattern collaborator and public-facing maker
Closet Core Patterns / Closet Cornelius
Episode: Karate, sewing and standup with Cornelius Quiring

Hosts

Heather Lou
Co-founder of Closet Core Patterns and Closet Core Studios; frequent host discussing hobbies, industry insights, and creative entrepreneurship.
Amy V.
Co-host of the show; shares updates on business, ADHD reflections, and hands-on crafts across sewing, gardening, and home projects.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 22 ratings
  • Terrific

    Heather & Amy, I truly love & look forward to hearing from you both! Love your humor, sensitivity, and your passions!

    Keep up the great work!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    booksfromheaven
    United States18 days ago
  • More hanging out plz

    Y'all, the guest episode was nice but seriously, listening to the two of you just hanging out and chatting is incredible, more of that please ❤️ periodically I yell YES at the top of my lungs while doing my chores and listening 😆 🧵 🌱🎶🍞

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SpinningErin
    United Statesa month ago
  • So excited

    I am so happy! I was just thinking that I really like to hear what Heather Lou has to say and wondering if she would ever consider doing her own podcast. And just as I was searching for an interview from her I found this. I can’t wait to heat what both of you have in store for us! 🥳🥳🥳

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alichu Pichu
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Entertaining & Important!

    These folks will keep you motivated to get sewing, keep sewing & to build your sewing skills. Can’t wait for more episodes!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Divegrl
    Canada2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Many enjoy practical craft tips combined with personal storytelling.
Fans value the authenticity and the sense of community among makers.
Listeners appreciate the relaxed, intimate vibe and candid conversations between hosts.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#118
United States/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#12
Canada/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#141
United Kingdom/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#144
Canada/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#173
France/Leisure/Hobbies
Apple Podcasts
#207
Australia/Leisure/Hobbies

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What is A HandBuilt Life about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Two longtime hobby-focused hosts regularly check in on sewing, crafting, gardening, woodworking, and related creative pursuits, weaving practical tips with personal stories about balance, burnout, and identity. Episodes frequently center on hands-onmaking, mindful creativity, and community within the maker space, with conversations that mix technique, culture, and everyday life. Noteworthy elements include a warm, intimate dynamic between hosts, openness about mental health and ADHD, and a willingness to broaden traditional craft topics into broader life and culture discussions. This mix makes it helpful for listeners seeking actionable craft guidance alongside relatable, story-driven conversations about creativity and self-care.

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Which podcasts are similar to A HandBuilt Life?

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1. Love to Sew Podcast
2. Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity
3. Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably
4. Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"
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A HandBuilt Life launched 2 months ago and published 6 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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