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Used2Sew

Used2Sew
Sewing Machines
Singer
Singer Sewing Machine Company
Japan
Fast Fashion
Sewing
Sewing Machines History
Sewing Machine
White Sewing Machine Company
Triangle Shirtwaist Factory Fire
Industrial Revolution
World War II
Wheeler and Wilson
Karl Marx
Florence, Oregon
Space Sewing
Planned Obsolescence
Boye Commodity Cabinet
Needles
Wilcox & Gibbs

"Used2Sew" is an entertaining podcast about one of the most important inventions to impact American lives outside of the automobile: the sewing machine.Mother-daughter team TR and Aradia will be talking about sewing machines, sewing history, and sewing culture in the past and present. With comedic timing and far-ranging references, we will explore topics including (but not limited to) textiles, te... more

PublishesWeeklyEpisodes105Founded2 years ago
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When is a long-shuttle actually a rotary? Journey with us back to the drama of the golden age of sewing machines through a contemporary trade journal!

Free-Westinghouse tallysew.com/sewing-machines/westinghouse-sewing-machines/free-westingho... more

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Building on prior deep dives into various Singer models, we focus today specifically on the progression of their rotary mechanism through the golden age of sewing machines.

What is a hook? quiltingroomwithmel.com/sewing-machine-hook/

Singer ... more

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August is so busy we just have a crumb quilt of topics today, including but not limited to part 2 of our reactions to the new adaptation of Little House on the Prairie by Netflix.

The Etsy shop that sold us the fabric we wanted: www.etsy.co... more

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Elizabeth Pike
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David Werther
Author of the Featherweightology essay on lubrication
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Episode: Lubrication
Liz Pike
Sewing educator and owner of a sewing school
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Episode: Fabricating Consumers pt2

Hosts

Aradia
Producer and co-host; guides discussion and storytelling, often steering topic threads from sewing history to culture.
TR Kelley
Main host; brings the historical angle, hosts, and in-depth discussions on sewing history and culture.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 17 ratings
  • Funny Ladies

    I’m always looking for a DIFFERENT take on a sewing podcast - I love this mother and daughter team. I own 7 sewing machines, 2 sergers, and a coverstitch- so a show about machines is an awesome addition to my listening experience.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    erikka31
    United States2 months ago
  • Funny, engaging, informative

    Podcast Addict
    5
    nightowl
    2 years ago

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The show feels approachable for beginners yet rewarding for long-time sewists and collectors.
People appreciate the mother-daughter dynamic and the enthusiastic approach to sewing history and vintage machines.
Listens enjoy the deep dives into machines and archives, plus the warm, conversational tone.

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The Style-O-Matic
Q: Is there a real manufacturing difference between rotary top-of-the-line machines and the oscillating mid-tier ones, or is it mostly perceived value?
There are real mechanical differences in tolerances and speed capabilities, with rotaries generally allowing higher speeds and more precise parts, which justifies some price and performance gaps beyond mere perception.

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What is Used2Sew about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on sewing machines, sewing history, and textile culture through a mother-daughter duo who bring humor, curiosity, and hands-on detail to both vintage gear and modern craft. Episodes thread through topics like machine technology, costume and textile history, thrifting, collecting, and the social context of sewing—from gender and labor to fashion and consumer culture. A recurring strength is candid storytelling, deep nerdy dives into specific machines or eras, and community engagement, often with practical DIY tips and guest discussions that illuminate how sewing shapes everyday life and culture. The format blends personal anecdotes with historical analysis, appealing to hobbyists, collectors, and industry-curious listeners a... more

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Used2Sew launched 2 years ago and published 105 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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1. Elizabeth Pike
2. David Werther
3. Liz Pike

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