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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.
Episodes
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Gwen of @GwenStella.Made
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
Wednesday Jun 22, 2022
In this week's episode, we're talking to Gwen of @GwenStella.Made, Gwen is a digital content creator, pattern maker, and sewing blogger who is originally from Singapore and now lives in Texas.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-29-interview-with-gwen-of-gwenstella-made/
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
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Bra Making with Lily Fong of LilypaDesigns
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
Wednesday Jun 15, 2022
In this week's episode, we're talking about bras and bra making with Lily Fong, the designer behind LilypaDesigns (@lilypadesigns). Learn how Lily started sewing her own bras before starting Lilypad Designs to support the bra making community with patterns, supplies and knowledge.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-28-bra-making-with-lily-fong-of-lilypad-designs
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
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Sewing and Gender Nonconformity
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
Wednesday Jun 08, 2022
In this episode, we discuss gender nonconformity, sewing and Asian identity. We talk to two non-binary sewists of Asian descent - Teukie Martin (@teukmade) and Koss (@withorwithoutice) - about their experiences.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-27-sewing-and-gender-nonconformity/
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.
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Interview with Andrea Tsang Jackson of @3rdStoryWorkshop
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
Wednesday Jun 01, 2022
In this episode, Ada interviews Andrea Tsang Jackson, the artist and designer behind 3rd Story Workshop. They discuss Andrea's journey to starting her business, the stories that inspire her art, and modern quilting. Follow Andrea's work at @3rdStoryWorkshop on Instagram and at 3rdstoryworkshop.com.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-26-interview-with-andrea-tsang-jackson-3rdstoryworkshop/
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.
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Color Theory and Palettes
Wednesday May 25, 2022
Wednesday May 25, 2022
In this episode, we're talking about color theory, color palettes and how they can influence our identities and our sewing.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-25-color-theory-and-palettes/
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
Wednesday May 18, 2022
Batik
Wednesday May 18, 2022
Wednesday May 18, 2022
In this episode, we're talking about batik and batik fabric. We explore the history of this fabric dyeing technique and its availability today.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-24-batik/
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 May 12, 2022
We’re back for Season 3
Thursday May 12, 2022
Thursday May 12, 2022
In this episode, Nicole and Ada share what they've been up to while the podcast has been off the air for the past few months. We also share a sneak peek at what the team has been working on for Season 3, and what you can expect.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-23-were-back-for-season-3/
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 Dec 23, 2021
It’s a Mailbag Episode!
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Thursday Dec 23, 2021
Surprise! To close out the year, we're back with a mailbag episode. In this episode, we're sharing all of the listener feedback we received this year and some of our thoughts about where the podcast is headed next. We are so grateful for everyone who has listened to seasons 1 & 2 of the Asian Sewist Collective podcast and we're excited to return in 2022 with plenty of new content.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-22-season-2-mailbag/
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
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Sewing Special Occasionwear with Macy Camile
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
Tuesday Nov 23, 2021
In this episode, we talk to Indianapolis-based designer and sewing blogger Macy Camile. Macy (@macycamile) identifies as Filipino-American and specializes in sewing special occasionwear, she shares her sewing story and tips for working with tulle and other delicate fabrics. Macy's gowns and other makes can be seen on her website: macycamile.com
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-21-sewing-special-occasionwear-with-macy-camile/
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
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Slow Fashion and Intergenerational Sewing: A Conversation with Nics Asawasudsakorn
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
Wednesday Nov 17, 2021
In this episode, we talk to Nics Asawasudakorn, designer and founder of the petite show fashion brand Lovanie. Nics is originally from Thailand and currently based out of Seattle, and a sewist herself.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-20-slow-fashion-intergenerational-sewing-with-nics-asawasudsakorn/
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