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# Kinship Handwork

Classes, Courses and Retreats for Garment Makers

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- [Blog](https://kinshiphandwork.com/myjourney/) - The blog is where I share my journey in making. The how-tos - sewing clothes, natural dyeing, surface design, making things and the life stories and musings. Mindful making and connecting.
- [Thread, Tent Stakes, and Twenty Degrees](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/thread-tent-stakes-and-twenty-degrees/) - eating sweet potatoes in the snow, a cowly tunic living its best life and dreams of the perfect townie dress for spring The sun is shining in my neck of the woods, a rare treat on a cold, February day near the 45th parallel. And there’s something about sparkling snow, bluebird skis and temps above
- [What I'm craving most right now...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/what-im-craving-most-right-now/) - Outside of love and belonging, safety, good food, and a warm shelter…what I crave most is depth. Not only in my relationships but in my daily living. In how I dress myself and what food I put into my body and how I watch the dark-eyed juncos perch in the blue spruce only to dive
- [I had nothing to wear, warm mug in hand, around the wintery campfire after a day of outdoor adventure.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/uncategorized/i-had-nothing-to-wear-warm-mug-in-hand-around-the-wintery-campfire-after-a-day-of-outdoor-adventure/) - and so I made something. Okay. Maybe I had “something” I could wear. Something that would keep me warm and do the job. But not THE thing. The thing that would take that moment and elevate it. Elevate me.Something that would set the stage and let my magic shine even more brightly.Because that’s the power
- [Adventures in Skirt Skills - (2) planning the skirt](https://kinshiphandwork.com/uncategorized/adventures-in-skirt-skills-2-planning-the-skirt/) - Planning my skirt! - the real one Now that I have a well-fitted block and I've savored all of Brooks Ann Camper couture techniques and tips in her videos I've settled on what I'd like to make. I'm the kind of human who loves to make a plan, consider all the details, and then jump in and
- [Adventures in Skirt Skills](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/adventures-in-skirt-skills/) - Last January, I became a beginner again. I sharpened my pencils, straightened my glasses, and with a fresh new notepad I hit play.See my friend Brooks Ann Camper has this course, Skirt Skills, where she teaches her methods for drafting a skirt pattern using only your sweet body. Creating a block that you can then
- [When the sweet swirl of possibility sinks into obligation...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/when-the-sweet-swirl-of-possibility-sinks-into-obligation/) - I bet you know this story.The tomatoes had begun to overtake the counter. Shifting from an “oh look at my beautiful red tomatoes!” to a “NO, leave them on the vine!” shrieked, maniacally to my 7-year eager picker.In the course of a busy life and a week that starts with so much hope and ends
- [A fresh start?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/a-fresh-start/) - It's not spring yet, but I'm feeling the pull toward sprouting...you? I shared a while back (a week ago maybe! ha!) that I ordered an Amish-made shed to turn into a maker's studio. And then on podcast episode #7,I shared how I plan to finish it in words that fell all over one another. (did you
- [Holding two opposite truths at the same time](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/holding-two-opposite-truths-at-the-same-time/) - Control. Do we have it or do we not...? On my mind...Control. If you've been listening to the podcast (In Kinship) you know I talk about how we have more control than we may think in the vibrancy and joy of our lives. What I mean by that is that we get to decide how
- [you get to change your mind](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/you-get-to-change-your-mind/) - I started going grey when I was 35. And I've loved it, embraced it, and at times hated it.Really the degree to which I've disliked it or liked it always corresponds with how tired and run down I feel or how on fire and joyful.At 44, my dramatic white and dark brown hair has settled
- [The making of an artist's studio](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/the-making-of-an-artists-studio/) - aka....I ordered a shed! It’s been a year. I mean A YEAR. A year full of change; divorce, and moving. There was that time that the rain washed away the foundation of the house we rented and we scrambled to move again overnight and the summer where I, rather desperately, searched in vain for our
- [Pockets, pockets, pockets](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/pockets-pockets-pockets/) - Adding Pockets to a Dress Pattern Honestly, I don't think I can live without pockets in my knit garments any longer. Your hands need somewhere to go for crying out loud...along with your tissue, keys, lip balm, and for a short while, your phone. These are knit pockets after all...they aren't the workhorses their woven
- [Why you don't sew clothes you love.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/what-you-might-be-missing/) - You want to sew clothes you love, but instead, you make clothes you never wear. Here are my 3 tips to get a better fit and a better garment out of what you sew.
- [...and making a t-shirt pattern into a racerback tank with a shelf bra](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/and-making-a-t-shirt-pattern-into-a-racerback-tank-with-a-shelf-bra/) - Some pattern drafting…. We've been talking about taking a basic, really well-fitting t-shirt pattern and turning it into some sleeveless garments. This week we'll talk about a racerback tank top with a shelf bra. So, to make a racerback tank top, with a built in shelf bra no less, I took my basic t-shirt pattern
- [Create a sleeveless cowl tunic from a t-shirt pattern!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/create-a-sleeveless-cowl-tunic-from-a-t-shirt-pattern/) - This week has found me hand stitching a garment, a la Alabama Chanin, visiting for the first time in months with my mama because it feels like there is a slight window for that and positively melting in the muggy heat of mid-July. You may not know this about me, but I'm a cool, dare
- [Thank goodness I didn't get stomped on by a mastodon!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/thank-goodness-i-didnt-get-stomped-on-by-a-mastodon/) - I have strong memories of putting this record on the Curtis Mathes. (or the Curtis Mastodon as we called the gigantic entertainment console my Dad bought used in the early 80s...you know the kind with a tiny rounded tv, record player, 8 track player, radio, and HUGE speakers? It must have been 8 feet long
- [4 tips to get more creative time in...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/making/4-tips-to-get-more-creative-time-in/) - My friend Karen emailed me last week, after my recent email about aging, and shared how she has a bit more time in her life at nearly 60 than she has in a very long while, and yet she doesn't actually do the things she loves to do. Here's what she said..."I "should" have more time
- [Does this Dress Make My Back Look Bare?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/does-this-dress-make-my-back-look-bare/) - Have you been making anything lately? After a fairly long making-things-for-fun drought, I've dipped my toes back in. Recently I spent some time sketching out, drafting, and making a backless dress that I've had in my mind for some time. It's been exciting for all of the reasons...I get to dust off my sketchbook, flex
- [It's Bigger than a Breadbox, but Smaller than an Elephant](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/its-bigger-than-a-breadbox-but-smaller-than-an-elephant/) - The other day my Dad called and said while he's cutting down some trees on his property he's saving some smaller trees and cutting them into shortish lengths for my 5-year-old son to build something...like a cabin. As you may imagine, my son was excited. I mean...EXCITED. He's been dreaming up a workshop
- [Is it winter for you too?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/is-it-winter-for-you-too/) - Despite the new growth and expansion all around me, all those sweet plants reaching for the sun, I've been a fallow time of my life. A time of wishing to pull in and hunker down. A time of little ambition, fractured confidence, and lots of feelings. I time of so, so, so many novels, I
- [How do you plan your sewing project?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/planning/6127/) - I've taken up a new hobby, watercolor. There's something so exciting about being a beginner at something. A feeling that your world has just opened up a wee bit and sweet sunshine is glowing down on you. And there are so, so, so many rabbit holes you can fall into. Honestly, I took up watercolor
- [Elevating the Hoody with some Block Printing](https://kinshiphandwork.com/slow-fashion/elevating-the-hoody-with-some-block-printing/) - Getting Started! Recently I made a "hoody" from my basic raglan pattern with a cowl neck, zippered front and kangaroo pockets. I decided to take that black hoody, made from bamboo french terry, and do some block printing on the back and a wee bit on the front to give it some sparkle! (you can
- [What the wool (and alpaca) taught me...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/mindfulness/what-the-wool-and-alpaca-taught-me/) - My crochet project taught me a valuable lesson. (I have a sneaky suspicion all of our making projects do!) Recently I was in deep conversation with a dear friend, arguably my favorite thing to do. Well, right up there with old records playing, sipping hot, creamy coffee, and a day open before me to create
- [Pattern Hacking - Turn a raglan t-shirt pattern into a cowl-necked, zippered "hoody".](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/pattern-hacking-turn-a-raglan-t-shirt-pattern-into-a-cowl-necked-zippered-hoody/) - Honestly, raglan sleeves are so much fun. Maybe it's because I sew so many set in sleeves and it's something new, or maybe it's the greater range of motion they provide? Who knows, all I know is I'm in love with the raglan pattern. So in love, that I wanted to make a new pattern
- [This is probably your biggest hurdle when sewing clothes...here's how I fix it.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/making/this-is-probably-your-biggest-hurdle-when-sewing-clothes-heres-how-i-fix-it/) - Last year for my birthday I was gifted material and a pattern to make myself a raincoat. The fabric is a gorgeous deep burgundy with a navy floral fabric for the lining and I love looking at it. Now, I'm a knit garment sewist. I mean - I. Am. A. Knit. Garment. Sewist. That seriously.
- [Honestly, they're not made for you!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/making/honestly-theyre-not-made-for-you/) - Does this ever happen to you? You sew clothes, follow the pattern, take your time (as best you can with all the other things going on in your life), and end up with a garment that DOES NOT fit...not your body or your closet. Maybe you even got disappointed with yourself or, for crying out
- [The Morning Routine for people who hate to be pinned down.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/the-morning-routine-for-people-who-hate-to-be-pinned-down/) - It's 5:30 and the alarm explodes. Or rather the wristwatch alarm that I loathe vibrates alarmingly on my wrist, jerking me from slumber. Hmmm...do you slumber? That sounds so restful, so rejuvenating, so pleasurable...I'm not sure it's what I do. I think I rather sleep. Waking to a slightly achy, stiff body who never feels
- [When was the last time you learned something new?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/making/when-was-the-last-time-you-learned-something-new/) - ...do you remember when? Or took the time to do something for yourself? Took the time to immerse yourself into a new hobby or dove into a book designed to hone your skill? Making things, as I'm sure you know, is about so much more than simply the thing you made. It's about the process.
- [Wardrobe Planning Ritual - yes, ritual](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/wardrobe-planning-ritual-yes-ritual/) - I'm here today to share with you my wardrobe planning ritual. Now doesn't that sound fancy! It's not. It's really about getting honest and authentic with yourself. And maybe a little firm!And anytime I can make something a little sacred and special, the better! Why have a wardrobe planning ritual? So that we sew (and
- [This is my secret fix when I'm feeling overwhelmed.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/this-is-my-secret-fix-when-im-feeling-overwhelmed/) - I am equal parts tuckered out and feeling the urge to purge! This past weekend my husband and I moved my mother-in-law from the Detroit area to Petoskey, Michigan...closer to us. Moving is such a big deal. Both physically and emotionally. Our weekend, along with a weekend in December, was full of sorting and shifting,
- [Who's winds are you fluttering in? (part 5)](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/whose-winds-are-you-fluttering-in/) - Part 5 of our story, and in conclusion... (you can read part 1 here, 2 here, 3 here, 4 here) Reading that book, Julie and Julia, was a pivotal moment for me in my journey towards intentionality and mindfulness, in the way that books, or great teachers or fantastic podcasts or really anything, can do. It
- [The Power of New Beginnings and Kindness in Non-Resolutions](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/new-beginnings-and-non-resolutions/) - I never make New Year's resolutions. Not anymore. Let me be clear, I have forever been an enthusiastic lover of new beginnings - and the new year is the epitome of new beginnings. I also love to reflect on the past, dream about the future, and make a plan to get where I want
- [What are you called to do?  (part 4)](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/what-are-you-called-to-do-part-4/) - On to part 4 of our story...(you can read part 1 here & 2 here & 3 here) After that yurt building adventure and my time as a bookstore owner, I knew that community needed to be a part of my life. And not just any community, an intentional, preferably Maker, community. I started Kinship
- [Let's all get together and build a yurt, shall we? (part 3)](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/lets-all-get-together-and-build-a-yurt-shall-we/) - On to part 3 of our story. (You can read parts 1 here & 2 here) While I identify most strongly as a maker with textiles, I'm not only a maker with fabric and thread or yarn and hook or needle.Among other things, I'm also a builder. In my middle 20s, I spent several years
- [The Story of a Maker...maybe you can relate? (Part 1)](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/the-story-of-a-maker-maybe-you-can-relate/) - There are some new faces here and I thought it might be a good time to share why I'm here talking to you in the first place. A good time to share some of my story as a mindful maker and how that might resonate with who you are as a human and why we
- [So, you can use quilting cotton in place of knit fabric...right?!?!  (part 2)](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/so-you-can-use-quilting-cotton-in-place-of-knit-fabric-right-part-2-of-our-story/) - How I became a garment sewists and learned to sew clothes that fit my body
- [Going Sleeveless](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/going-sleeveless/) - Do you know, there was a time when I wouldn't wear sleeveless tops...I thought I didn't have "the arms" for a sleeveless top. Seriously?!? I bet you know what I'm talking about. Now I wear sleeveless tops with abandon. My arms did not get whipped into shape, if anything they are more "undeserving" than ever.
- [That time I lost my fresh-from-the-needles sweater!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/that-time-i-lost-my-fresh-from-the-needles-sweater/) - This time last year, I lost my handknit Alpaca sweater.Nearly immediately after finishing…after a year and a half on the needles.My very first sweater for myself. The one who's yarn came not only from Alpaca in my region but from a mill only 20 miles from my house. My heart dropped as I tore around
- [Changing a fit and flare knit dress into a dress with princess seams!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/changing-a-fit-and-flare-knit-dress-into-a-dress-with-princess-seams/) - Learn how I changed the pattern on my basic fit and flare knit dress into a princess seam dress with pockets
- [Hacking a 4 gore skirt pattern into a pencil skirt](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/3973/) - hack your pattern! This pattern started out as a free-hip, drapey skirt and I turned it into a fitted pencil skirt.
- [Well...maybe someday....](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/well-maybe-someday/) - Do that thing imperfectly, love your imperfect body...all we have is right now. There's no time to waste on "someday, when". And each one of us deserves to wear what we love, make what we love and feel pride and joy in those imperfect efforts...and to have the bravery to just do it.
- [Swords?  Pens?  ...Try needle and thread!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/slow-fashion/swords-pens-try-needle-and-thread/) - Did you know that historically embroidery was often added to clothing to protect the wearer? I find the idea of stitches as a way to ward off trouble and protect our loved ones so, so lovely.
- [Presto Chango...from a t-shirt into a dress!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/presto-chango-from-a-t-shirt-into-a-dress/) - I'm sure you know that I'm in the middle of hosting the Make-It-Your-Own Project and I know I've told you what a joy it's been. You probably also know that ...
- ["You can eat squirrels...right Mama?"](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/you-can-eat-squirrels-right-mama/) - How complex our emotions are...feeling sad for missing out on a long awaited adventure and then the guilt that comes from worrying over something so small in the bigger picture of the Corona Virus and social distancing.
- [Wait...you can see me?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/wait-you-can-see-me/) - It's an odd thing to post things on the internet and realize that other folks can in fact see you!
- [Honestly, you'll never "find" the time...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/honestly-youll-never-find-the-time/) - Are you a maker? Finding time to make is a myth. You have to intentional make the time to make.
- [It's best to get your hands on it...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/uncategorized/its-best-to-get-your-hands-on-it/) - How to order fabric online for your garment sewing. My favorite fabric for sewing with knits. How to test for piling and how to test for recovery.
- [Recipe for Beeswax Wraps](https://kinshiphandwork.com/making/recipe-for-beeswax-wraps/) - Simple recipe for making the best beeswax wraps. Go plastic free and use natural beeswax wraps to protect your food! Better yet, get some friends together and have a making party!
- [Surface Design Exploration](https://kinshiphandwork.com/dye-ing/surface-design-exploration/) - Using hand carved blocks to block print on your fabric before you sew your clothes. Adds so much interest and meaning to your clothing. Hand carving a block is not as hard as you think and repeating patterns are so fun!
- [No Afghan Left Behind](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/no-afghan-left-behind/) - The meaning and connection I have with the things in my life that are handmade.
- [This little light of mine...I'm gonna let it shine.](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/this-little-light-of-mine-im-gonna-let-it-shine/) - It's scary; to be vulnerable to any number of people; to be confident that I can communicate and connect in a way that allows others to see me, the whole me, and hope that they love me. I want to connect and connecting with and bringing folks together in an empowering, authentic way, feels like what I am meant to do. My little light to shine.
- [When fear becomes ease](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/when-fear-becomes-ease/) - I had to take baby steps to get over the fear that filming my digital course brought up. Fear that I'm not good enough, or that I sound silly, or that I'm an imposter.
- [Dyeing with Avocado Pits, Walnuts and Osage Orange Wood Chips](https://kinshiphandwork.com/uncategorized/dyeing-with-avocado-pits-walnuts-and-osage-orange-wood-chips/) - Natural dye experiments with food waste and scraps. avocado pits, walnuts, osage orange. On linen, wool, organic cotton and just everything!
- [How to Let Go and Allow the Flow of Life](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/how-to-let-go-and-allow-the-flow-of-life/) - I've been on a major learning kick this year. All receptors open and, honestly, a bit jammed up with all of the information. Like anything, to save my sanity, I needed to get really clear on what to receive and what to pass by. I've stopped pushing and pulling, and began allowing. It's been magical. Like mind-blowingly magical. I thought you might want some of that magic in your life too.
- [Natural Dye Notes - Onion Skins, Cochineal and Logwood](https://kinshiphandwork.com/dye-ing/natural-dye-notes-onion-skins-cochineal-and-logwood/) - I love the concept...taking plants and natural materials and making dyes for our cloth in the same ancient ways as our distant ancestors. That appeals to me big time. The hitch is that I am most drawn to rich, saturated colors; think jewel tones. I've not seen many examples of these colors coming from the natural world and so, while I want to be a prolific natural dyer...I also want to produce useful items for my home and my body.
- [The power of enough Space and for the love of squash](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pondering/the-power-of-enough-space-and-for-the-love-of-squash/) - In my garden there are several volunteer squash plants. I'm a first time gardener, so rather than wisely thinning them out, I've delighted in their wish to become an edible harvest in my little garden and have left every single one. If you are a gardener you know how this ends. While I was not paying attention, the sweet little squash plants have mutinied...
- [My love of Bullet Journaling](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/my-love-of-bullet-journaling/) - I've always been a lover of lists. Lists with little boxes to check when completed. Packing lists. Making lists. To do lists. Grocery lists. Lists of restaurants visited on a 3 month road trip. List of books I've read. All of the lists. Making a plan and writing a list has brought me a sense of joy and calm since I was a teenager trying to stretch my dollars to pay for my own car and insurance. I am a list maker, calendar user and planner, sketching out plans for projects and dreams. Keeping appointments organized thrills me.
- [Failing](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/failing/) - I taught a class on hand sewing a tee shirt...and I failed at it. Really...not one student had enough time to pick up a needle let alone stitch a stitch. Not only did I misjudge the time it would take to cut out our patterns and fabric, but I also did not plan for an outdoor venue. The wind would not let our patterns and tissue paper rest, not for one moment. And I didn't ask for enough tables. Ugh.
- [What is slow fashion?](https://kinshiphandwork.com/retreats/what-is-slow-fashion/) - A handmade wardrobe is but one piece of the slow fashion puzzle. Slow Fashion is also achieved in the decisions we make; who we buy them from, what the conditions of the workers are that made our clothes, what the environmental impact is of the factories where our clothes were made and dyed and the environmental impact of how much we own and throw away, how the fibers were raised/grown and perhaps the most modest and doable, how we care for what we already own.
- [Joy](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/joy/) - I'm struck by the layers of connection in this little cowl, of the love and care in every fiber. From the shepherdess who cared for the sheep and sheared it's wool, to our friend meditatively working her spinning wheel to my knitting needles click, click, clicking this into being. There's a warmth and caring in handmade goods. A mindfulness.
- [The meaning that fabric holds...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/the-meaning-that-fabric-holds/) - It was something we had both dreamed of for many years and was a sort of big hurrah before trying to have a baby. We came home with just that, a pregnancy. I'm a maker. So I immediately ordered this sweet organic jersey fabric, blue with deer on it, to make our wee one something. Days before telling our family the news, we miscarried at 11 weeks...for the second time that year. It was heavy and sad and shortly after, my fabric arrived in the mail.
- [Why a Sewing Retreat is just What you Need](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/why-a-sewing-retreat-is-just-what-you-need/) - Did you get to go to sleep away camp when you were a kid? I didn't. I always envied those lucky kids who did. Truthfully, none of my friends went to summer camp either and so I didn't really know all that much about it. Everything I knew, I knew from watching TV in the 80's. And, man, did it look fun!
- [Natural Dyeing with Osage Orange](https://kinshiphandwork.com/dye-ing/natural-dyeing-with-osage-orange/) - my easy process for using natural dye materials on cotton and linen
- [Surrendering to the Season](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/surrendering-to-the-season/) - surrendering to the season of life I'm in has been a game changer for me, but man is it hard. To learn that I can't do all of the things, all of the time.
- [The Other Side of the Bookshelf or Books with a Lifetime Membership to my Bookshelf – part 2](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/the-other-side-of-the-bookshelf-or-books-with-a-lifetime-membership-to-my-bookshelf-part-2/) - I love learning. I bet you do too. I started to look at this list as a list of EVERY book that touched my life and soon the list because gargantuan. I regained my sanity and whittled it down to what's in my mind right now. Here are a few of the books that resonate
- [Books with a Lifetime Membership to my Bookshelf - part 1](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/books-with-a-lifetime-membership-to-my-bookshelf-part-1/) - (or the books that have majorly influenced the course of my life) I've read 520 books this spring…or at least it seems so. The number is probably closer to 5. In truth, before having a child, that number would have been paltry, but now it's huge! They've been powerful books too. You know, now that
- [My Grandma Made Me Do It](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/my-grandma-made-me-do-it/) - making to connect to my grandma, to my ancestry and to my self on a deeper level
- [How I Plan My Garment Sewing](https://kinshiphandwork.com/pattern-drafting/how-i-plan-my-garment-sewing/) - Planning your sewing is nearly as much fun as making your clothes! I love taking time to sketch my plans on my body croquis. In particular I love My Body Model.
- [Choosing the Right Materials](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/choosing-the-right-materials/) - It takes time to learn how fiber/fabrics behave I'm a relatively new knitter and am working on my first sweater for myself...I'm 9 months into it! I hope I love it. The yarn is a locally milled and sourced, undyed Alpaca. It's a rich, deep chocolately brown that I adore and is so silky to
- [Living Wholeheartedly](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/living-wholeheartedly/) - Have you witnessed, or experienced your own, wholehearted expression? There's a magic to it. Something I can't quite articulate; that I can only see from the corner of my eye. People lean in, energetically drawn to a person who is able to show up without pretense, without armor, without the need for adulation. Wholly in
- [Grace](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/grace/) - I'm pondering grace today. The word keeps surfacing in my reading and thoughts and this morning I decided to spend time with it's meaning. It's a nuanced word...moving with beauty and elegance; in favor; a sense of politeness and consideration; ornamentation in order to beautify; the thanks we give before eating, and the one that
- [Our Bodies are Just Right](https://kinshiphandwork.com/teaching/our-bodies-are-just-right/) - Honestly, it's not your bodies fault. We all think something is wrong with our bodies. Sewing clothes for your self helps you love yourself more.
- [Honestly, Change is Hard](https://kinshiphandwork.com/my-story/change-is-hard/) - My wee boy began preschool this fall. It's been hard. It's the first time he's been dropped off with a gaggle of other kids with or without his mama. Each day has gotten a bit harder as he begins to anticipate his fear of being "left". It breaks this mama's heart when he runs after

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- [Home](https://kinshiphandwork.com/) - Sew clothes you love to beautiful, engaged, and connected. Find sewing classes, workshops, courses, retreats and get started with knit fabrics.
- [Retreats for Garment Makers](https://kinshiphandwork.com/retreats/) - Still bummed that you didn't get to go to sleep-away camp as a kid? We've got your sleep-away camp ...for the woman you are now... all ready for you!
- [Episode 49](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-49/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #49 - Why not you? Building what you're craving. (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - A podcast](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-a-podcast/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Catch all the episodes here! Episode 49 Why not you? Building the thing your craving Click Here a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Fall Retreat 2026](https://kinshiphandwork.com/fall-retreat-2026/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Ready to sew clothing, get the fit just right, and become the designer. Experiment, learn, play and laugh...so much?
- [Episode 48](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-48/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #48 - Springing from Snow and Getting Carjacked (kind of) (want the transcripts? scroll to a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Embodied Joy](https://kinshiphandwork.com/embodiedjoy/) - Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Embodied Joy only $9 a month for exclusive monthly (on the new moon, no less!) audios; featuring meditations, tips for working with the seasonal energy, and practices to deepen your joy connection.Designed to a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Fall Retreat 2025](https://kinshiphandwork.com/fall-retreat-2025/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Ready to sew clothing, get the fit just right, and become the designer. Experiment, learn, play and laugh...so much?
- [Episode 47](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-47/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #47 - The Journal I'm Going to Burn (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 46](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-46/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #46 - What's Stirring Beneath the Surface? (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 45](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-45/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #45 - Finding Spring in Winter's Grip (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [About](https://kinshiphandwork.com/about-us/) - It all began with wanting to channel my late Grandma with my sewing machine. Actually that’s only partly true. It all BEGAN when I couldn’t find dresses that fit my body. I was tired of feeling like something was wrong with me.
- [Episode 44](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-44/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #44 - Finding Joy in the Struggle (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Spring Retreat 2025](https://kinshiphandwork.com/spring-retreat-2025/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Ready to sew clothing, get the fit just right, and become the designer. Experiment, learn, play and laugh...so much?
- [Kinship](https://kinshiphandwork.com/kinship/) - Kinship Handwork Free Skirt and workshop! Substack Podcast Virtual Workshops & Courses Retreats Read the Blog freebies! Find Your Joy Workshop A Vibrant Year workbook get Tips on Fitting Your Knits (free) Why you don't love the clothes you sew.
- [Fall Retreat 2021](https://kinshiphandwork.com/fall-retreat-2021/) - You'll fit a knit dress to your perfect body, carve a block and print on your fabric, design a new dress and sew it up with your printed fabric! On Mackinac Island!
- [Retreats 2024](https://kinshiphandwork.com/retreats-2024/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Ready to sew clothing, get the fit just right, and become the designer. Experiment, learn, play and laugh...so much?
- [Break the Rules of Sewing - 2025](https://kinshiphandwork.com/break-the-rules-of-sewing-2025/) - Home of the Break the Rules of Sewing show ...and that's a wrap! The replays will be available until February 22nd...you can still share the link to the show with your sewing friends and they can binge watch them! know of a great guest for season 3 of the show? Drop me a line! kinshiphandwork.com
- [Break the Rules of Sewing 2](https://kinshiphandwork.com/breaktherules2/) - A live virtual series of interviews with experts in the sewing community on how they embrace the artistry in their sewing practice and make it their own. Yes! I want to watch!
- [Episode 43](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-43/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #43 - using stitches to journal you state of being (want the transcripts? scroll to a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 42](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-42/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #42 - Take the next right step...sometimes all you can do is begin (want the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 41](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-41/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #41 - when you avoid a thing by doing the thing you were already avoiding! a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 40](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-40/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #40 - Making sense of the world through illustration! (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 39](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-39/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #39 - when the fabric inspires you so much, you open a fabric store! (want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 38](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-38/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #38 - From one season to the next and small steps to feel GOOD (want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 37](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-37/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Find Your Joy - Series](https://kinshiphandwork.com/joy/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Find Your Joy a special 5 part series(Did you get the free workbook? Get it here.) Day a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - companion podcasts to A Vibrant Life](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-companion-podcasts-to-a-vibrant-life/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help You've received your free workbook, A Vibrant Life! Yay!Here are some podcast episodes that go hand-in-hand with a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 36](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-36/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #36 - 4 ways you may be experiencing your intuition and the slow, gentle life a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 35](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-35/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #35 - when the door you're closing is a good one and connecting after death a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 34](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-34/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #34 - what do off-grid, tiny house living and sewing your own clothes have in a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 33](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-33/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #33 - Finding balance, living intentionally and coming back to walking your dog (want the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 31](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-31/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #31 - True ease might just come from "one step at a time" (want the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 32](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-32/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #32 - Full Spectrum Aliveness through Burlesque Dance (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 30](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-30/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #30 - Elevate your project and just maybe...your life! (want the transcripts? scroll to a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Break the Rules of Sewing - 2024](https://kinshiphandwork.com/break-the-rules-of-sewing-2024/) - Home of the Break the Rules of Sewing show Sadly, you can no longer join live...BUT you can catch all 10 replays below!!! replays will be available below until June 15th! Monday, April 29th Watch the replay! Click Here Cal Patch Tuesday, April 30th The replay is broken, but Nan will be on the In
- [Breaking the Rules of Sewing](https://kinshiphandwork.com/breaking-the-rules-of-sewing/) - Join us live!
- [Break the Rules of Sewing](https://kinshiphandwork.com/break-the-rules-of-sewing/) - A live virtual series of interviews with experts in the sewing community on how they embrace the artistry in their sewing practice and make it their own. get all the details!
- [Episode 29](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-29/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #29 - Get Your Mojo Back (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [When the sweet swirl of possibility sinks into obligation...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/when-the-sweet-swirl-of-possibility-sinks-into-obligation/) - I bet you know this story.The tomatoes had begun to overtake the counter. Shifting from an “oh look at my beautiful red tomatoes!” to a “NO, leave them on the vine!” shrieked, maniacally to my 7-year eager picker.In the course of a busy life and a week that starts with so much hope and ends
- [Spring Retreat 2023](https://kinshiphandwork.com/spring-retreat-2023/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Clone our favorite ready-to-wear clothes! on Mackinac Island in Michigan. Come visit the midwest.
- [Fall Retreat 2023](https://kinshiphandwork.com/fall-retreat-2023/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? It's all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. Clone our favorite ready-to-wear clothes! on Mackinac Island in Michigan. Come visit the midwest.
- [Episode 28](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-28/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #28 - You CAN do all the things, but not at the same time. a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 27](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-27/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #27 - Trusting in the journey, carefully planting your next step & bloody roosters a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 26](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-26/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #26 - being part of nature and listening to your intuition (want the transcripts? a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 20](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-20/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #20 - getting water to boil (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 19](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-19/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #19 - from Chewbacca to a business of her own, a creature costume maker a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 18](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-18/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #18 - Turning Self-sabotage into Attunement (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom of a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 17](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-17/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #17 - what a NY Times best seller does when she's drawing a blank, literally a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 16](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-16/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #16 - a farmer florist on adding things in as you can handle them (want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 15](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-15/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #15 - How this dreamy Pisces takes care of herself (want the transcripts? scroll to a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 14](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-14/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #14 - Finding the sweet spot between apathy and control (want the transcripts? scroll a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 13](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-13/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #13 - want more joy? try this...tether your favorite things with what you want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 13](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-13/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #5 - You want space to make things? Set boundaries. Jeez, isn’t it ironic..create a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 12](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-12/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes #12 - when it grabs you by the throat (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 10](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-10/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #10 - get a BIG piece of paper to begin unearthing your purpose (want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 11](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-11/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #11 - Expand your JOY...let go of perfect (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 10-no](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-10-no/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #10 - get a BIG piece of paper to begin unearthing your purpose (want a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Episode 9](https://kinshiphandwork.com/episode-9/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #9 - the beauty of embracing the process (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 1 - Getting Started, as a garment maker and a podcast](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-1-getting-started-as-a-garment-maker-and-a-podcast/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes - Getting Started. As a garment maker and a podcast! (ep 1) How I got a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 8](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-8/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #8 - How the tomato is going to help you make time for those a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 7](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-7/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #7 - Creating in a small space (want the transcripts? scroll to the bottom a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 6](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-6/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #6 - Let's feast with sensuality and joy! (want the transcripts? scroll to the a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 5](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-5/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #5 - You want space to make things? Set boundaries. Jeez, isn’t it ironic..create a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 4 - that time she got on the ferrry and met herself](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-4/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #4 - That time she got on the ferry and met herself. Mindy shares a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 3 - Sadly, I never got to be a girl scout...](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-3-sadly-i-never-got-to-be-a-girl-scout/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode #3 - Sadly, I never got to be a girl scout... BUT, I have a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [In Kinship - Episode 2 - A Vibrant Life](https://kinshiphandwork.com/in-kinship-episode-2-a-vibrant-life/) - In Kinship - A podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Home About Retreats Fall Retreat 2026 Workshops Podcast Blog Login Help Show Notes Episode 2 - A Vibrant Life...looking back at 2022 and dreaming of 2023 Yes, mid-January a podcast for makers who crave a vibrant life on their own terms
- [Spring Retreat 2022](https://kinshiphandwork.com/spring-retreat-2022/) - Looking for a sewing retreat? This sewing retreat is all about getting mindful and making things with your hands. We'll sew panties, (undies?) and bralette!
- [Classes / Workshops](https://kinshiphandwork.com/teaching-schedule/) - Want to learn how to sew clothes? Clothes you love and that fit well...both your body and your style? Join us for a class in the Midwest.
- [Learn to Sew Knit Clothes](https://kinshiphandwork.com/learn-to-sew-knit-clothes/) - Learn How to Sew Knit Clothes! ...and change up the pattern! This class will soon be available to purchase any ol' time you please! Be the first to know when the class is open! Do you want a wardrobe that you made with your own two hands, or at least a few pieces, like a
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- [The Make-It-Your-Own Society](https://kinshiphandwork.com/the-make-it-your-own-society/) - An online community focused on making lovely clothes out of knit fabric. Getting the fit right for your body and then going even further and getting the style right for your spirit. With intention and in community with your tribe!
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- [the Make-it-Your-Own Project - for Love to Sew Podcast listeners](https://kinshiphandwork.com/lovetosew/) - The Make-it-Your-Own Project has become a monthly membership!The Make-it-Your-Own Society! Check it ou! Sew knits without fear. Try your hand at designing and pattern drafting...yes, you!
- [the Make-it-Your-Own Project - for Craft Alliance Industry readers!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/cia/) - The Make-it-Your-Own Project has become a monthly membership!The Make-it-Your-Own Society! Check it ou! Try your hand at designing and pattern drafting...yes, you!
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- [the Make-it-Your-Own Project](https://kinshiphandwork.com/the-make-it-your-own-project/) - The Make-it-Your-Own Project is as if a sewing challenge and a course threw a party! Sew basic knit patterns, t-shirt, skirt and dress and then alter them into something new! Prizes, videos, support, community...
- [Garment Making with Cal Patch](https://kinshiphandwork.com/garment-making-with-cal-patch/) - You’ll draft a shift dress, sew a muslin, adjust the fit and sew a beautiful dress. Then, you’ll take that same perfectly-fitting pattern and alter it to design and sew other dream garments. The sky is the limit. You’ll leave with a shift dress pattern, muslin and dress. You’ll also have another garment, or two and patterns to match.
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- [T-shirt pattern!](https://kinshiphandwork.com/t-shirt-pattern/) - This is a large format PDF pattern. The PDF includes both a ladies cut and a unisex style. As I use this pattern to teach my sewing classes, the instructions may have some local references! The pattern is designed to be printed on a large format printer, it measures 36x48 inches. Any place that prints
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