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Welcome to The Asian Sewist Collective Podcast. The Asian Sewist Collective is a group of people of Asian descent who sew! We live in different cities around the world and represent different Asian cultures and ethnicities. In this podcast, we'll be exploring the intersection of our identities and our shared sewing practice. Join us for guest interviews, deep dives on history and culture, and interesting discussions.
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6 days ago
38. Jo of @FiveSpicePower
6 days ago
6 days ago
In this week's episode, we chat with Jo, better known as @FiveSpicePower on Instagram and the designer behind Inside Voices Labels (insidevoiceslabels.com), about all things identity, style and sewing.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-38-jo-of-fivespicepower
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by buying our limited edition merch, joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

7 days ago
A quick update
7 days ago
7 days ago
Hey friends - we wanted to give you a quick update on where we're at this week.
Our regularly scheduled content will still be released this Thursday & next, and our episodes are pre-recorded.
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Thursday Jan 19, 2023
37. Aims of INDY BINDY Fabrics
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
Thursday Jan 19, 2023
This week, we're talking to Aims Watts, owner and curator of INDY BINDY Fabrics. INDY BINDY Fabrics is an independent online fabric shop that specializes in artisanal fabric from Japan. Follow Aims and INDY BINDY at @indybindyfabrics and indybindy.com.au.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-37-aims-of-indy-bindy-fabrics
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by buying our limited edition merch, joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jan 12, 2023
36. Knitting with Tina and Priya
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
Thursday Jan 12, 2023
We're back for season 4! To kick off the season, we're taking a short break from sewing to talk to about knitting with knitting pattern designer Tina Tse & her best friend Priya. Follow Tina at @tina.say.knits and tinatseknits.com and follow Priya at @pizzaveri - and follow their new podcast, Between Two Skeins!
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-36-knitting-with-tina-and-priya
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by buying our limited edition merch, joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
35. A Halloween Mini Episode
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
Wednesday Oct 12, 2022
This week, special guest co-host and Asian Sewist Collective team member Sareena Granger (@dresslikeanonion) joins Ada to talk responsible costuming ahead of Halloween.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-35-a-halloween-mini-episode/
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jul 28, 2022
34. This Long Thread: A Community Episode
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
Thursday Jul 28, 2022
In this week's episode, we're using This Long Thread, a book by Jen Hewett, to guide our discussion.
Jen is a printmaker, surface designer, teacher and author. In addition to designing and selling her own products, Jen also licenses her work to fabric manufacturers and large retailers. In the press for her first book, Print, Pattern, Sew, Jen talked about growing up mixed race - her dad is black and her mom is Filipina, and Jen's experience as a woman of color in the crafting world informed the creation of This Long Thread. Learn more about Jen at jenhewett.com or @jenhewett on Instagram.
In this episode, we'll use the questions Jen asked for This Long Thread to ask you, our community, about your experiences in the sewing and fiber arts world.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-34-this-long-thread/
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jul 21, 2022
33. Gatekeeping in Sewing
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
In this week's episode, Ada and Nicole discuss gatekeeping in sewing and share some experiences from the Collective.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-33-gatekeeping-in-sewing/
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jul 14, 2022
32. Vintage Sewing Machines Part 2
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
Thursday Jul 14, 2022
In this week’s episode, we wrap up our discussion on vintage sewing machines. We talk about repairing, restoring and buying vintage machines with our producer and special guest, Esther (@esthermakesadventures).
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-32-vintage-sewing-machines-part-2/
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jul 07, 2022
31. Vintage Sewing Machines, Part 1
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
Thursday Jul 07, 2022
In this week’s episode, we dive into the world of vintage sewing machines. We talk about the history of the sewing machines, different machines you may encounter looking for your vintage sewing machine, and tips for finding one.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-31-vintage-sewing-machines-part-1/
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective

Thursday Jun 30, 2022
30. Zero Waste Sewing & Clothing
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
Thursday Jun 30, 2022
In this week's episode, Ada and Nicole discuss zero waste sewing, fashion and clothing. We'll talk about zero waste practices throughout history and Asian cultures, and our own zero waste habits within our sewing practices.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/30-zero-waste-sewing--clothing
If you find our podcast informative and enjoy listening, you can support us by joining our monthly membership or making a one-time donation via Ko-Fi: https://ko-fi.com/asiansewistcollective