Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably
Zoe Edwards- Do you love sewing, AND are passionate about fighting the climate and ecological crises? - Are you wondering if your sewing could be made more sustainable? - Do you want to enjoy your creative passion in a way that really reflects your values? Join Zoe Edwards, a sewing nerd and creator of Me-Made-May, on her journey to explore how to sew (and live!) more sustainably. In this podcast we discover... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 235 | Founded | 5 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | HobbiesLeisureCrafts | |||
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I love the focus on sustainable sewing and the exploration of other topics through that lens. I also enjoy the interviews with other creatives and makers.
Apple Podcasts5PCCrafter
United States5 months ago - Practical and fun!
Fantastic podcast for those of us in the intersection of sewing and climate anxiety. Zoe makes every effort to be as clear and informative as possible. I love her thoughtfulness and transparency.
Apple Podcasts5klsinvaUnited States6 months ago - Love this podcast!
Just finished listening to the podcast on the book “sewing with scraps”. Can’t wait to get it out of my local library, excellent interview.
Apple Podcasts5Australian sewist! 🙂
Australia9 months ago - Sewing Is Political!!
I love this podcast so much; Zoe and her guests really help offer ideas for action and agency in what often feels like a post-apocalyptic timeline. The content is thought-provoking and inspiring. It really helped to get my creativity and making back on board after having children, all while being mindful of our local and global communities. Thank you for all you do, Zoe!
Apple Podcasts5msf11511United Statesa year ago - Sewists who care
I really enjoy this podcast, Zoe is a charming and delightful host who always shares thoughtful insights on sewing, creativity, environmental impact and social change. I enjoy the guests she interviews as well. Zoe talks about the things that I care about in the sewing world - thanks for your good work!
Apple Podcasts5Brittany Creating
Canadaa year ago
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Apple Podcasts | #7 | United States/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #3 |  United Kingdom/Leisure/Crafts |
Apple Podcasts | #7 | Canada/Leisure/Crafts |
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Apple Podcasts | #1 | Australia/Leisure/Crafts |
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This show centers on sewing with sustainability at its core, featuring interviews with makers, designers, and founders who build sustainable practices into their craft. Episodes frequently explore upcycling, mend-and-repair culture, community-driven sewing initiatives, second-hand sourcing, and practical strategies to reduce waste while staying creative. Listeners often gain actionable tips on sourcing materials, running small maker ventures, and fostering inclusive, community-oriented approaches to sustainable fashion. A notable strength is the blend of hands-on techniques (mending, upcycling, zero-waste patterns) with broader conversations about ethics, activism, and social impact within the sewing world.
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1. Seamwork Radio: Sewing and Creativity
2. Love to Sew Podcast
3. Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"
4. The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts.
5. Haptic & Hue
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this podcast launched 5 years ago and published 235 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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Recent guests on this podcast include:
1. Lorraine Woodruff-Long
2. Tony Rea
3. Julia Hincks
4. Justice McNeil
5. Justice McNeil-Sumser
6. Mary Morton
7. Leah Anderson
8. Sophia Yang
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