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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

May 16, 2023
May 16, 2023
53 min
After 2 years of podcasting together, our co-hosts finally met in person when Nicole visited Ada in Colorado a few weeks ago. So in this episode, enjoy a fun chat where Ada and Nicole answer questions from past guests, listeners and Asian Sewist Collective team members.
For show notes, links and a transcript visit: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-45-ask-us-anything-nicole-visits-ada-in-colorado/
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

Mar 9, 2023
Mar 9, 2023
56 min
It's our season finale! Over the past 40+ episodes, you've gotten to know Ada, Nicole and our guests - so this week, we thought we'd introduce the rest of our podcast team. We're talking about sewing, crafting, and fashion in this roundtable episode.
For show notes and a transcript, please see: asiansewistcollective.com/episode-44-asian-sewist-collective-roundtable/
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

Mar 2, 2023
Mar 2, 2023
56 min
We're back with another fabric deep dive! This week we're focusing on pineapple fabric, or piña, a traditional Philippine fiber. We'll talk about how this textile is woven, its uses and where to find it today.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-43-pineapple-fabric
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

Feb 23, 2023
Feb 23, 2023
40 min
This week, we're talking about the history of the terno, the national dress of the Philippines. The terno is personal to Nicole and her Philippine heritage, and we're taking the time to do a deep dive on the history and evolution of the garment together.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-42-history-of-the-terno
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

Feb 16, 2023
Feb 16, 2023
48 min
In this week's episode, we asked our team for their most commonly made alterations and tips for altering sewing patterns. We talk about our personal experience altering patterns and our experience with RTW & handmade clothing.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-41-common-alterations/
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

Feb 9, 2023
Feb 9, 2023
54 min
In this week's episode, we're giving you an overview of projector sewing and chat with Gowri about her projector sewing practice. We weigh the pros & cons and talk about the realities of projectors vs. paper patterns. Learn more about Gowri and follow her @bypaary on Instagram.
For show notes and a transcript of this episode, please see: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-40-projector-sewing-with-gowri-paary
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

Feb 2, 2023
Feb 2, 2023
48 min
To wrap up Lunar New Year celebrations, we chatted with Berene Campbell (@happysewlucky / happysewlucky.com) and Wendy Chow (@the.weekendquilter / the-weekendquilter.com) about their collaboration, together with Kathy Looi (@kathylooi55), on the Lunar Zodiac Quilt. A portion of sales from the Lunar Zodiac Quilt benefitted Asian community organizations in Vancouver and New York City.
To purchase Wendy's new book, The Quilted Home Handbook, visit her website or check out our Bookshop collection.
For show notes and a transcript of the episode, please visit: https://asiansewistcollective.com/episode-39-lunar-zodiac-quilt-with-berene-campbell-and-wendy-chow/
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

Jan 26, 2023
Jan 26, 2023
1hr 6 min
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

Jan 24, 2023
Jan 24, 2023
2 min
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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Jan 18, 2023
Jan 18, 2023
44 min
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
