Seamwork Studio: What We're Making, Trying, and Loving Right Now

In this special roundup episode, Sarai and Haley share what's currently on their sewing tables, the new things they're experimenting with (from decluttering challenges to bold polka dots), and answer listener questions about the pattern-making process. Plus, get the scoop on new Seamwork patterns and upcoming workshops. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Spring weather is unpredictable—rainy one day, sunny the next, with temperatures that can't make up their mind. We're sharing five outfit formulas that take the guesswork out of getting dressed during this transitional season. From classic trousers to wrap dresses, these tried-and-true combinations will help you feel put-together no matter what spring throws your way. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

We've all got those little mistakes that just seem to happen over and over when we're sewing. Sarai and Haley have been sewing for decades, and they're each sharing their top 3 recurring mistakes—and the lessons that finally helped them become better sewists. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Sometimes when your energy is low, doing something creative feels daunting. But sewing has a way of replenishing your energy, not just passing time. We share 10 practical tips to plan ahead so your projects match whatever mood you're in—whether you need something meditative, energizing, or just a quick win. Get the free Hansie top pattern Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Sewing should be a source of joy and creative energy, not stress. In this episode, we share our favorite strategies for keeping the sewing process calm and peaceful, from managing your time more realistically to building rituals that make you excited to sit down at your machine. We'll talk about why stress happens when we sew and how small shifts in your approach can transform your entire creative practice. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!  

Join Sarai and Haley for a special roundup episode where they share what they're currently sewing, discuss new techniques they're trying, and answer listener questions about carving out time for sewing projects. Plus, they'll introduce you to Seamwork's newest patterns: the Thyme popover shirt and Rhoda boxy lined jacket. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!  

Your most-worn pieces hold the secret to understanding your personal style. In this episode, Sarai and Haley explore how tracking and analyzing your wardrobe workhorses can transform the way you plan and sew your handmade wardrobe. Learn practical methods for identifying these favorites and translating those insights into intentional sewing decisions. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!  

We've all been there—you spend hours sewing a garment, only to have it hang unworn in your closet. In this episode, we share the top 5 reasons sewists make clothing they don't actually wear, and how to design pieces with intention so you create a wardrobe you'll love living in. Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!  

Forget rigid resolutions that lead to disappointment. Today we're sharing a fresh approach to setting sewing goals for 2026 that focuses on how you want to feel, not just what you want to accomplish. We'll walk you through a simple process for creating meaningful, flexible goals that support your creative journey. Take the Intentional Wardrobe Pledge for 2026 and get our free wardrobe planning kit plus 25% off an annual Seamwork membership Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!

Planning your sewing projects ahead of time can transform your creative process from chaotic to calm. We share our favorite strategies for seasonal planning, batching tasks, and organizing your work-in-progress so you spend more time sewing and less time scrambling. Get out free versatile Hansie Top pattern perfect for seasonal planning Join Seamwork to create your wardrobe with us each month. Get our free sewing planner and start designing. Get our free Snippets newsletter Download our free fitting journal Watch our tutorials and see what Sarai's making on YouTube Follow us on Instagram Find us on TikTok Seamwork is the online sewing community that supports the whole sewing process, from design to closet. We help you uncover your style, what matters to you, and how to express yourself through sewing. Join us on this creative journey!