Handicraft and Stitch - The Podcast!
Handicraft and Stitch – The Podcast
Two sewing besties (who didn’t even like each other at first) found common ground in their love of handicrafts, history, and flipping fast fashion the bird.
Tune in for DIY education, sewing history, silly banter, loud laughter, and a celebration of secondhand style with Nikki and Rachael.
This is a cozy, colorful, no-judgment zone for everyone—especially our LGBTQIA+ fam, allies, and anyone who wants to make, mend, and learn in the community. Pull up a chair and join the stitch & bitch circle.
Season Two starts in April 2026 - New episodes drop every other Thursday.
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Thursday May 15, 2025
Thursday May 15, 2025
Season 1 / Episode 1: Sew...I Guess We Podcast Now.
Meet Rachael and Nikki — Our Story, Our Why, and What We’re Stitching Today
Welcome to the very first episode of Handicraft and Stitch: The Podcast! We’re Rachael and Nikki—two friends, makers, and big believers in the power of slow stitching, shared stories, and community care.
In this kickoff episode, we’re sitting down (probably with a mug of something warm) to share how Handicraft and Stitch came to be. From the moment we met to the spark that started this whole thing, we talk about what brought us together and why this work feels so important.
We unpack what Handicraft and Stitch really means to us—more than thread and fabric, it’s about making do, making together, and making change. And because it wouldn’t be a proper catch-up without it, we end with a peek at what we’re currently sewing on (spoiler: it’s never just one project).
Whether you’ve been sewing for years or are just curious about getting started, you have a seat at this table. We’re so glad you’re here.
Links to stuff we mentioned in the podcast:
Rachael's new custom dress form
nfession time: we’ve all let fabric sit a little too long in a bin or wondered if we can really throw that delicate textile in the wash. In this episode, we’re tackling the mysteries of fabric care with easy, down-to-earth tips. Because when you care for your fabric, your fabric takes care of your making. Nikki, our fabric care expert, discusses the journey of fabric care- where to start, how to identify fabric, and what to avoid along the way.
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Do you have ideas for future episodes, or would you like to send us a note? Contact us at handicraftandstitch@gmail.com
Friday May 09, 2025