12/27/22 All About Linda Lee: This week, join Linda and Alex for a chat about Linda's design and sewing history. Learn about her beginnings as a sewer, her time as an interior designer, and the inspiration behind The Sewing Workshop. Pour yourself a cup of hot cocoa and join us for this relaxing post-holiday chat!
12/20/22 The Origami Skirt with Linda and Alex: This week, Linda is re-introducing one of the original Sewing Workshop patterns - the Origami Skirt. This skirt has a unique, asymmetrical look that elevates any ensemble. Speaking of ensembles, this season's trend of pairing a slouchy top with a long skirt is not only chic but also comfortable. We are leaning into the look, pairing the Crane St. Tee with the Origami skirt.
12/13/22 All About Sew Confident! Series 12: We are so excited to announce Sew Confident! Series 12, Pattern RePlay. This year, we are reimagining our favorite patterns with a new look – creating totally new designs that are worth a double-take. The 12 projects will explore different creative processes, from surface embellishment to total pattern transformation. Tune in this week, to learn more about our new program, the projects, the free gift for early signups, and get a sneak peek of our January project.
12/6/22 Sewing Scuba with Erin and Linda: This week, join Linda and Erin for a lesson on sewing with an activewear fabric that is also at home in your everyday garments - scuba knit! With its springy body and sleek finish, this fabric adds a high-end designer look to any garment. Tune in for tips on sewing with scuba, and you can also learn how to create a scuba version of the Maison Top.
11/29/22 Sewing an Ikina Robe and PJs Part Two: Due to internet issues during our program, this week's video is actually two videos! This is Part Two, but be sure to look out for Part One below, which talks you through the process of changing the Ikina Pattern.
11/29/22 Sewing an Ikina Robe & PJs Part One: Due to internet issues during our program, this week's video is actually two videos! This is Part One, but be sure to look out for Part Two, which includes lots of good questions. Join Erin and Betsy this week as they share a fabulous new project, an Ikina Jacket reimagined as a robe. Tune in to learn how to transform this jacket, including how to create a new center front. And, of course, no robe is complete without a beautiful PJ set, made from the MixIt Tank and Chesney Pants.
11/22/22 Sewing a Mayfair Coat in Boucle Knit: This week, Linda will be featuring our newest pattern, the Mayfair Coat. The Mayfair is an elegant, unstructured jacket style that can be made in everything from lightweight linen to wool. Linda will share tips for sewing the coat, and share her favorite details (that pocket!). She also talks about sewing with boucle knit fabric and demonstrates one of our favorite sewing techniques - raw edge construction. Plus, check out a mini-trunk show of other boucle garments.
11/15/22 Styling the Tremont Jacket: Tune in this week as Linda showcases different fabrications of the Tremont as well as her styling suggestions. She also discusses how to underline the jacket, and how to create a vest version.
We've added instructions for underlining/lining the Tremont Jacket to our blog. Find it here: https://sewingworkshop.com/new-blog/underlining-lining-the-tremont-jacket
11/8/22 Sewing a Sweater Knit Madrid: It's that time of year again! This week, Linda will be sharing our favorite soft and snug fabric - sweater knits. Tune in for ideas to make a top that feels cozy, but looks totally chic. Plus, Linda demonstrates how to create a variation of the Madrid Top, and the best way to sew buttonholes in a knit.
11/1/22 Creative Wardrobe Planning with Linda Lee: Join Linda as she shares her tips for sewing a mini-wardrobe. This Sew Confident-inspired collection was featured in Threads Magazine and includes seven patterns that work together to make so many looks!
10/25/22 Sublime Skirts with Erin and Betsy: Erin and Betsy have a Sixth Sense for stylish skirts, and this week they are going to share with you their favorite looks. From simple to sophisticated, learn how to style your skirt for any event. Plus, we are bringing back one of our favorite skirt styles!
10/19/22 Styling the West End Pants with Linda Lee: This week, Linda will be sharing styling tips for the West End Pants. Whether you prefer them long or short, we have jackets, sweater vests, and tops for a perfect autumnal layered look. Plus, tune in to learn about our favorite fabrics for super-flattering fluid pants.
10/11/22 An Embellished Ikina Two Jacket with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is sharing inspiration from her recent trip to Bath, England. While there, she took part in a workshop with designer Carol Waller and came away with great embellishment ideas for the Ikina Two Jacket. Tune in to learn how to embellish your own Ikina and see Linda's curated collection of Ikina-inspired fabric.
10/4/22 Patterns for Tall & Short Frames with Erin & Betsy: This week, Erin and Betsy will be sharing their recommendations for the best patterns to fit their frames. Erin, who is 5' 10" and Betsy, who is 5' will both share their go-to patterns for the perfect fit. Of course, some patterns need a little tweaking and they will also discuss their most commonly used alterations.
9/27/22 Kantha-Inspired Sewing with Erin & Briana: This week, Erin shares our new collection of Kantha fabric. Joined by guest sewist Briana, she delves into other looks inspired by the quilted/stitched Kantha style. Tune in to get inspiration for your own sewing!
9/20/22 The Willow Dress with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is transforming our newest pattern, the Willow Blouse, into an elegant dress. Tune in to learn how to create this chic look, including how to lengthen and widen the blouse into a dress. Linda will also be sharing tips for sewing with silky fabrics.
9/13/22 The Denim Now Jacket with Linda Lee and Kathy Davis: This week, Linda is joined by Kathy Davis for a Now Shirt trunk show featuring a Denim Now Jacket. The Now Shirt is a below-waist shirt has high, one-piece rolled collar open at ends, stitched hems, long sleeves. This pattern is a great base to create so many different styles, including a denim jacket, a quilted jacket, a cotton knit pieced jacket and more! Linda and Kathy give an extensive trunk show displaying their creativity using just 1 pattern!
9/6/22 The Japonesque Top is Back! with Linda Lee: This week, Linda debuts the new digital pattern, the Japonesque Top! This pattern is a classic, one of the first Sewing Workshop patterns, and it never goes out of style! Watch Linda as she gives an extensive trunk show of all Jaonesque Tops created over the years, plus a brand new Japonesque using a beautiful cotton/linen jacquard.
8/30/22 The Olive Top Variation with Linda Lee: This week, Linda has created a fabulous summer/fall transition piece using the Olive Top and a fun knit print. Linda will walk you through the process of creating the Olive variation, and she will also share with you a curated collection of transition knit fabric. Plus, tune in for a textile lesson on rayon!
8/23/22 Fractured in France with Linda Lee: This week, Linda will share her experience teaching at the Chateau Dumas in France. Tune in to see the surface design technique Linda and her students used to transform the London Shirt into the Fractured Jacket. Want to make your own? Linda has curated special fabric pairings perfect for the project.
8/17/22 Take A Tour of Chateau Dumas with Linda: This week, Linda is teaching a workshop at the Chateau Dumas in Auty, France. Join the fun as she takes you on a tour of the workroom, beautiful grounds, and magical interiors of the Chateau.
8/16/22 The Venice Deux Variation: This week, Erin and Betsy are sharing a new variation on the Venice Shirt. Tune in to learn how to transform the Venice Shirt into a pullover top, get tips for sewing a perfect ruffle, and check out a fabulous array of fun prints.
8/9/22 Tips for Building a Travel Wardrobe with Linda Lee: In just a few days, Linda is off on a sewing adventure in France. Of course, she's been sewing some new garments for her journey. Tune in to see how she designed her capsule travel wardrobe, and get ideas for making your own easy-to-pack collection.
8/2/22 Cool & Casual French Terry Tops with Linda Lee: Add a little joie di vivre to your wardrobe with a beautiful top made out of French terry! This week, Linda is sharing inspiration for sewing with French terry and will be sharing her favorite patterns for a cool and casual look. She'll also be sharing tips for sewing the perfect neck band on the Crane St. Tee.
7/26/22 The French Circus Eureka Top with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is sharing a fabulous new variation on the Eureka Top. In it, she's combined a woven with a knit to create a wonderful, and whimsical, summer shirt. Tune in to learn her process and check out our new featured fabric – it is something truly special!
7/19/22 Styling the Willow Blouse with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is sharing styling tips for the Willow Blouse pattern. If you haven't seen it yet, the Willow is an elegant blouse with a front drape and an asymmetric twist. It's a look that can go from casual to elegant, depending on how you style it. Tune in to learn what bottoms work well with the Willow, and get fabric inspiration for your own garment.
7/12/22 Watercolor Meadow Splice Kit with Linda Lee: This week, Linda shares ideas for some cool and comfortable summer shirt projects. The Splice Top works well with lightweight cotton prints, as does the San Diego Tunic. Tune in to get tips from Linda on how to get that sharp collar on the San Diego, and the best way to build ease to your set-in sleeve.
7/5/22 Soft Style – New Nani IRO Fabric with Linda Lee: This week, Linda will be joined by Alex to share styling ideas for the soft, ethereal designs of Nani IRO. Tune in to see our gorgeous new collection of fabric from our favorite Japanese textile designer, and see how you can incorporate this look into your wardrobe.
6/28/22 Light-As-Air Linen with Linda Lee: With temperatures rising, we are all on the hunt for fresh looks that also keep us cool and comfortable. Linda has just the ticket for us – a light-as-air linen shirt that is as easy as it is elegant. Tune in to see her newest garment and get ideas for your own breezy summer style.
6/21/22 Print & Pattern Party with Linda & Betsy: This week Linda and Betsy will be hosting a print and pattern party! Tune in to see how they pair prints with garments, how to mix prints, and how to add a pop of print to a neutral wardrobe.
6/14/22 The Linen Chicago Jacket: This week, Linda shares her go-to summer jacket; a Chicago Jacket in linen. Tune in to learn about the new boyfriend jacket trend and how to incorporate it into your own wardrobe. She also shares styling tips, including creating a tonal look with the Maison Top in a jersey knit.
6/7/22 The Cottage Shirt Summer Kit: This week, Linda is sharing ideas for summer styling, including our new Cottage Shirt kit that celebrates outdoor fun with a whimsical print in cool, crisp cotton. This limited edition kit features fabric that we sourced from England, in a wonderful, warm palette of sangria red, dijon, fern green, and more. But what to wear with it? Linda is going to give you her top two choices for linen pants to give you that perfectly imperfect, rumpled summer vibe. It is an easy look elegant enough for the office, but casual enough for a cookout. Also, be sure to check out Linda's demo for getting the perfect curve on your collar and stand.
5/31/22 Designer Looks for Shirting Fabrics with Linda & Alex: This week, Linda and Alex are going to share their newest creations - shirt variations inspired by runway looks. Tune in to learn how they incorporated unique designer details into their shirts, and how to mix and match simple shirting fabrics for spectacular style. Plus, see Betsy's twist on the Florence Shirt - she turned it into the ultimate cool summer dress.
5/24/22 The Liberty/MixIt Fusion Shirt with Linda Lee: This week Linda shares the story of the Liberty/MixIt Fusion shirt - a design inspired by a garment she coveted years ago while on a Roman holiday. She recreated that garment by combing the Liberty and MixIt shirts, which created a whole new look. Linda also shares some pattern-fitting advice for making a rounded back adjustment as well as tips for sewing with rayon. And, as always, there is a gorgeous collection of fabric to choose from!
5/17/22 How to Sew a Linen Poncho with Linda Lee: Have you been looking for the perfect breezy poncho for the summer? Well, here it is! Tune in to learn how Linda created a designer-inspired linen poncho, perfect for pairing with linen pants or a skirt. She also talks about working with linen, her tips for washing it, and what makes cross-dyed linen.
5/10/22 On-Trend Sewing Inspiration with Erin & Alex: With Linda on vacation, Erin & Alex take charge and bring you a special presentation of this season's fashion trends including notable colors, eye-catching elements and must-have looks. From the runway to your sewing room, you can take these inspirations into your Sewing Workshop garment making. Spring 2022 is all about bold colors, striking stripes, psychedelic prints and loungewear 2.0. Enjoy!
5/3/22 French Market Style with Linda Lee: This week Linda is sharing a special fabric that is perfect for the Ikina Two Jacket and Gardenia Dress. It's fresh, bright, and ready for summer. Tune in to learn techniques for sewing drapey rayon challis. Linda will also discuss how to discover new color schemes from art, magazines, and interiors and how to use the colors in your wardrobe.
4/26/22 Variations on the West End Jacket with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is sharing some fun ideas for one of our favorite third-layer pieces, the West End Jacket. Tune in to see how special guest Linda Wardlow created a pullover version, as well as how to lengthen the pattern. She also shares a great fabric showcase of fun knit prints and super-soft French terry knit fabric. Shop this week's featured fabric, patterns, and tutorials:
4/19/22 The Perfect Pants Fabric with Linda Lee: Linda is always on the search for the perfect pants fabric - something that is easy to sew, has a beautiful drape, and doesn't wrinkle. And she has finally found it! Tune in this week to learn all about our fabulous new fabric – a matte stretch crepe – that makes the perfect pants. She also features two coordinating shirts, the Splice, and the Hugo. Sew them in a fun woven print to complete your ensemble!
4/12/22 Sew Kansas Garment Variations with Linda Lee: Last week The Sewing Workshop hosted a Sew Kansas workshop and we were blown away by the garments our guests had made. Tune in to see Linda share some fantastic variations of the Liberty Shirt, Pearl Jacket, Three-Fold Vest, Charlie Bomber, and Zen Shirt, made by our Sew Kansas guests.
4/5/22 Sewing Spring Dresses with Samantha Ploch and Linda Lee: This week, Linda is joined by special guest Samantha Ploch for an inspiring chat about sewing spring dresses. Tune in to see how Samantha transformed the Detour Jacket, Marceau Tee, and Florence Shirt, into fashion-forward dresses. Plus, get inspiration for adding designer-inspired details to garments.
3/29/22 Sewing a Now Jacket Variation with Linda Lee: This week, Linda is joined by Kathy Davis for a re-visit of Kathy's variation on the Now Shirt. Tune in to see how she transformed the pattern into a jacket, including how she changed the collar shape. Plus, Linda shares two methods for binding edges.
3/22/22 Sewing a Two-Hour Top in Rib Knits with Linda Lee: This week, Linda has transformed the High Five jacket into a one-piece top that has been color-blocked in rib-textured knit. Tune in to hear her tips about mitering corners and working with rib knits.
3/15/22 Understanding and Sewing Different Types of Knit with Linda Lee: This week Linda explains the difference between Jersey, Interlock, ITY, and Lace knits. Tune in to understand the difference between the different fabrications as well as sewing tips and techniques for each. Linda also shares pattern inspiration and variation ideas for the Hudson Top, Noto Tee, and Swing Tee.
3/8/22 Sewing Wispy Fabric with Erin & Linda: This week, Linda and Erin are highlighting their favorite patterns that are perfect to pair with sheer fabrics. Tune in to learn our signature techniques for working with diaphanous fabrics for your own wispy garments.
3/1/22 Make This With That with Erin & Betsy: This week, join Erin and Betsy for an inspiration-filled Make This With That styling session. They will share ready-to-wear looks that you can recreate in snug shearling, eye-popping plaids, and elegant wool melton.
2/22/22 The San Diego Pattern with Linda Lee: This week, Linda and her daughter, Alex, will be taking us on a trip to San Diego - via the San Diego pattern. This was one of the very first Sewing Workshop patterns ever designed and features three variations - a top, tunic, and jacket. We even used this design to create the Charlie Bomber! Tune in to see how this mother/daughter duo likes to style this versatile pattern.
2/15/22 Sewing Spring Designer Coats with Linda Lee: This week, Linda and Deb will be sharing inspiration for sewing a light and bright spring coat using our new designer fabric collection. Tune in to see Deb's floral Verona made in designer fabric, and watch as Linda walks you through different lining fabric options, and when and how to use them.
2/8/22 Introducing the Tosca Dress and Spring St. Shirt: This week, Linda is re-introducing the Spring St. Jacket and Tosca Dress patterns. These fan-favorite patterns have been out of print for a while, but are now available as downloads! Tune in to see fabric inspiration for these styles, as well as Linda's favorite technique for making a skinny loop.
2/1/22 Sewing Ponte Knit Jackets: This week Linda talks about sewing your favorite jacket patterns (including the Chicago, eJacket, and Tremont) in ponte knit. Tune in to learn her secrets for sewing buttonholes in knit fabrics, and her special technique for dealing with a tricky corner fold in the Chicago Jacket.
1/25/22 Using Exposed Zippers as Decorative Elements: This week, Linda shares some fun ideas for utilizing exposed zippers as decorative elements. Tune in to see how we've incorporated this idea into the Brando Jacket, Olive and Urban Tops, and the Peony Vest.
1/18/22 Boucle Knit Fashion Show: This week, Erin and Betsy are celebrating one of The Sewing Workshop's signature fabrics, boucle knit – a beautiful, easy-to-sew fabric that comes in fabulous colors. Tune in to see a number of our favorite boucle garments, including the Zona, Tremont, Flatiron, and more!
1/11/22 The Helix Pattern: This week, Linda explores variations on the Helix Top and Pants pattern. Tune in to see how Linda added a cowl neck to the top, and how to lengthen this tricky-looking pattern. Meanwhile, Erin has made a pair of Helix Pants that combine the great waistband of the Helix with the width of the West End Pants. So many great ideas!
1/4/22 It's Back! The Verona Jacket & Coat: This week, Kathy Davis joins Linda for a discussion of the Verona Jacket & Coat. The Verona is one of our favorite patterns that has been out of print – until now! Tune in for inspiration to sew your own Verona, including Kathy's newest version, which is made out of a curly boucle knit.
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