Summary
Kylie and Gemma share insights into their recent sewing projects and upcoming courses in the latest episode of The Sewing Club podcast. Gemma announces the launch of an alterations course at her Sewing Gem Studio, aimed at helping beginners make practical adjustments to ready-made garments. The course will cover techniques such as hemming, taking in side seams, and adjusting waistbands, catering to those who want to enhance their sewing skills without starting from scratch.
Kylie discusses her recent work on advent calendars featuring unique sew-in labels, highlighting the excitement of daily unboxings throughout December. She also shares her experience with the sewing patterns from The Fold Line, revealing her choice of the Lillian top by Fiber Mood and the Collins dress by Friday Pattern Company. Both hosts express their enjoyment of the sewing process, discussing the importance of fabric choice and construction techniques, including the use of a burrito method for a smooth finish.
The episode also touches on the challenges of sewing for children and the evolving preferences of their kids as they grow older. Kylie and Gemma reflect on their own sewing journeys, emphasizing the joy of creating personalized garments while navigating the realities of busy lives. They conclude with a teaser for the next pattern review, inviting listeners to join in on the fun.
Show Notes
Episode 27 is packed with sew-jo energy! Thank you to The Fold Line for sponsoring this show. With the pick of all the patterns Gemma whipped up the Collins Dress from Friday Pattern Company, and Kylie made the Lilian Top by Fibre Mood. We chat about how each make came together, any fitting dramas along the way, what we'd change next time, and whether we'd sew them again. If you're in need of some sewing inspiration, this is the perfect episode to reignite your sew-jo.
Kylie: https://www.kylieandthemachine.com/ Gem: https://www.sewinggem.com.au/ Sewing Club Podcast Community FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/3678270342453518 Sewing Gem Studio Course Spot: coursespot.app/sewclub
The Fold Line: https://thefoldline.com/ The Lilian By Fibre Mood: https://thefoldline.com/products/fibre-mood-lilian-top The Collins Dress By Friday Pattern Company: https://thefoldline.com/products/friday-pattern-company-collins-dress-and-top (Released August 2025) Coe Trouser By Daughter Judy: https://www.daughterjudypatterns.com/products/coe-trouser
Kylie and the Machine Advent Calendar: https://www.kylieandthemachine.com/collections/2026-advent-calendars Labels Rachel Burke: https://www.kylieandthemachine.com/en-us/products/wearable-art-rachel-burke-x-katm-collaboration-sew-in-labels (Sew Cute label)
Sewing Gem Alterations Course: https://studio.sewinggem.com.au/courses/introduction-to-alterations Elastic thread Gutermann Maraflex Elastic thread Mettler Seraflex Woolly nylon Mettler Seraflock Rasant Clover Yellow Chaco Liner Clover Wonder Clips Judi’s Studio sleeveboard
Liberty fabric: https://www.libertylondon.com/uk/department/fabric/ True Bias Ogden Cami Fabric Ruby Jam: https://www.rubyjam.net/products/light-purple-cotton-lycra-french-terry
Next Months Pattern The Mara Top By Sew La La: Use code SEWINGCLUBPODCAST for a discount https://www.etsy.com/au/shop/sewlalapatterns
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