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Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably

Zoe Edwards
Sewing
Sustainability
Sustainable Sewing
Mending
Sustainable Fashion
Community Engagement
Upcycling
Fabric Scraps
Sustainability In Sewing
Sustainable Practices
Textiles
Community Building
Winter Of Care and Repair
Climate Crisis
Sewing Techniques
Mending Techniques
Quilt Making
Me-Made May
Fabric Stash Reduction
Sustainability In Fashion

- 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

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Recent Guests

Ros Williams
Sewer, designer and maker focused on upcycling and textiles in Edinburgh
Independent artisan / member of Shrub and Edinburgh Street Stitchers
Episode: #241: Teatowel Treasures and a Charity Shop Crawl with Ros Williams
Jo Andrews
Maker of Haptic & Hue podcast, Tales of Textiles
Haptic & Hue / Tales of Textiles
Episode: #240: Haptic & Hue – Stories Through a Textile Lens with Jo Andrews
Beedy Parker
Environmental activist with decades of grassroots organizing and teaching
Camden, Maine
Episode: #237: Replay – Activism in Real Life with Beedy Parker
Lorraine Woodruff-Long
Award-winning quilt artist focused on political and social issues
Independent artist, San Francisco
Episode: #235: Make Quilts Political Again Kat Camfield with Lorraine Woodruff-Long
Tony Rea
Postman, maker, content creator, and former Great British Sewing Bee finalist
Thread Brothers (founder/participant)
Episode: #234: Making Sewing Accessible for All Genders with Tony Rea
Julia Hincks
Sewing author and dressmaking teacher
House of Miss Sew / Fabric Godmother
Episode: 233: No Stupid Sewing Questions with Julia Hincks
Kat Camfield
Guest host, textile artist
Thread & Sprout
Episode: #232: Magic and Movement for Makers – Kat Camfield with Justice McNeil
Justice McNeil
Textile artist
Thread & Sprout
Episode: #232: Magic and Movement for Makers – Kat Camfield with Justice McNeil
Justice McNeil-Sumser
Founder of Thread and Sprout
Thread and Sprout
Episode: #231: A Business Based on Scraps – Kat Camfield with Justice McNeil

Hosts

Zoe Edwards
Host of Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably; longtime advocate for sustainable sewing, upcycling, and community education.
Jeanna Wigger
Co-host; co-hosted interview segments and collaborative episodes related to mending and education.
Mary Morton
Co-host; leads and participates in mending-focused conversations and workshops.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 449 ratings
  • Perfect mix of topics

    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 Podcasts
    5
    PCCrafter
    United States7 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 Podcasts
    5
    klsinva
    United States8 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 Podcasts
    5
    Australian sewist! 🙂
    Australiaa year 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 Podcasts
    5
    msf11511
    United 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 Podcasts
    5
    Brittany Creating
    Canadaa year ago

Listeners Say

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Listeners praise practical sustainability tips and doable projects.
Audiences value interviews with diverse makers and educators.
Community-focused tone and accessible, non-judgmental approach are repeatedly highlighted.
Guests are described as knowledgeable and inspiring, with real-world impact.
Show is seen as a trusted resource for learning repair and upcycling.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#11
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#1
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Apple Podcasts
#3
United Kingdom/Leisure/Crafts
Apple Podcasts
#57
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Apple Podcasts
#153
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Apple Podcasts
#3
Italy/Leisure/Crafts

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

#241: Teatowel Treasures and a Charity Shop Crawl with Ros Williams
Q: What has Ros learned about sustainability and fashion through exhibitions and shows?
Participating in exhibitions and events like Refashioned Edinburgh highlighted that upcycling can be stylish and marketable, with opportunities to collaborate with galleries and fundraise for charity, while also inspiring others to see clothing as a canvas for storytelling.
#241: Teatowel Treasures and a Charity Shop Crawl with Ros Williams
Q: What inspired the Morningside Charity Shop Crawl and how was it organized?
The idea grew from a small group of local sewists who wanted to promote reuse and showcase their sessions; they partnered with a local library as a hub, approached charity shops, created a pack with information and a sign-up form, and designed leaflets and maps to guide participants.
#241: Teatowel Treasures and a Charity Shop Crawl with Ros Williams
Q: How did Ros start upcycling textiles in her practice?
Ros reconnects with sewing during lockdown, starting by making masks and then expanding to upcycling old linens and teetowels into jackets and other items, driven by a desire to give existing textiles new life.
#240: Haptic & Hue – Stories Through a Textile Lens with Jo Andrews
Q: What makes an episode title effective?
Titles should clearly reflect the episode content and be searchable; overly clever titles tend to miss audience intent, while explicit, descriptive titles perform better.
#240: Haptic & Hue – Stories Through a Textile Lens with Jo Andrews
Q: Where do your ideas come from?
Jo says ideas flood in from everyday observations and research, stored in a computer, then selected based on what will resonate as a story with listeners; she emphasizes textile perspectives offer a new lens on history.

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What is This Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A thoughtful, sustainability-forward sewing show that blends practical upcycling, mending, and ethical fashion with interviews from artists, educators, and community organizers. Episodes frequently center on transforming scrap fabric, teaching repair skills, and exploring how craft can drive social and environmental change, while highlighting real-world projects, inclusive communities, and accessible techniques for makers at all levels. A standout trait is the mix of hands-on technique with broader conversations about labor rights, climate impact, and activism through craft, making it appealing to listeners who want doable sustainability without sacrificing creativity or community.

Noteworthy elements include guests who run upcycling-focus... more

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Recent guests on this podcast include:

1. Ros Williams
2. Jo Andrews
3. Beedy Parker
4. Lorraine Woodruff-Long
5. Tony Rea
6. Julia Hincks
7. Kat Camfield
8. Justice McNeil

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