The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts.
Hosted by Janet Szabo, The Straight Stitch explores sewing, quilting, and related fiber arts. Weekly episodes feature interviews with makers, highlight what is new and noteworthy in the world of sewing, and delve into what's on Janet's cutting table and under the needle.
Podcasting since 2023 • 109 episodes
The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts.
Latest Episodes
Where to Shop Now and Other Questions
Janet is on the road again, so today is a listener question episode. Today's requests include: 1) Where can we get sewing supplies now that Joanns is out of business? 2) Can we talk about indie pattern companies and how to find patterns that wo...
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Season 4
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Episode 3
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29:21
Where Do Your Dreams Take You?
Today’s guest is Kenneth D. King, sewing and couture expert and an adjunct instructor at the Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) in Manhattan. He teaches at his studio in New York City and travels extensively in the United States, teaching fi...
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Season 4
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Episode 2
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48:37
Chasing Goals in 2026
The turn of a new year seems to be a great time to set sewing goals and make resolutions. Does it work? We're only a few days into 2026 and Janet's plans have already taken a detour. Listen to a recap of the projects she finished at the end of ...
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Season 4
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Episode 1
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32:44
Your First Quilt Starts Here
In response to listener feedback, this episode focuses on quilting as a beginner. Learning to quilt doesn’t have to be overwhelming. We'll share simple, approachable ways to get started with quilting—even if you’ve never sewn a quilt before. Yo...
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Season 3
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Episode 43
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41:42
Getting Professional (Sewing) Help When You Need It
Sometimes, it's important to know when to ask for help with a project, and where to go to get that help. Garment fitting is particularly tricky to do solo. In this episode, Janet talks about her recent visit to the Sewing and Design School in T...
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Season 3
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Episode 42
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25:53