Make and Decorate with Stephanie: Sew, Quilt, Knit & Home Decor

Ep1. Welcome to Make and Decorate with Stephanie Socha Design

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!This is the premier episode of Make and Decorate with Stephanie Socha Design. I introduce myself, Stephanie Socha, and talk about my creative background and why I wanted to do a podcast show. I explain the format of the show, and how it will be evolving as I get more comfortable with the technology that is required with podcasting, as well as how listener feedback will also shape the show.Sewing and quilting will be the center of the show, with a little bit of decorating here and there when possible. I believe quilting and sewing are intrinsic to interior decorating. We can create custom designed homes and lifestyles that reflect our own stories and personalities with deep sentiment with our handcrafted art, and treasures. Support the showINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.design WEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.com YOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha Design

Ep. 2 Things to Consider Before Buying a Sewing Machine

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!The options for sewing machines are endless. It is often overwhelming to choose the right sewing machine for your needs, budget and creativity. Learn how to define your needs and wishlist, features to consider on sewing machines, differences between mechanical, electronic and embroidery machines, and which direction you should go on your sewing machine search, and feel confident with your next sewing machine acquisition!Support the showINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.design WEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.com YOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha Design

Ep. 3 My Collection of Sewing and Serger Machines

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!I take you on the journey of my sewing and serger/coverstitch machine purchases through the past 20 years! You will hear how I go from naive to savvy as a purchaser of sewing machines of various price points and manufacturers. Get insight on purchasing new from dealers, demos from trade shows to pre-loved/used from online sellers. There are many ways to acquire a "new to you" machine, and I love a good deal on a fancy pre-loved machine. Find out what I think about my newish Bernina machines...are they really that much better than the other guys? Support the showINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.design WEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.com YOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha Design

Ep. 4 Sergers and Coverstitch Machines

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!What exactly does a serger and a coverstitch machine do? There are many uses for a serger other than overlocking a clothing seam. The serger can be utilized for decorative edge stitches on anything from quilts, blankets and home dec. Learn the wonders of a coverstitch machine for professional looking clothing hems, and fun chain stitch uses. Discover the differences between a serger, coverstitch and a combination serger/coverstitch machine. Visit http://stephaniesochadesign.com for show notes and my blog.Support the showINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.design WEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.com YOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha Design

Ep. 5 Guests Dori & Katie from Hobbies Up To Here

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!I am so pleased to have my first guests on the Make and Decorate podcast! Dori and Katie are the hosts of the podcast, Hobbies Up To Here, and they also have a YouTube channel, blog and facebook page. In this episode, we hear about how they started their podcast and how their hobbies, crafts and quilting have evolved over the years. Dori and Katie also share information on the sewing machines they use, and what they like/dislike about their machines. A few other topics we discuss are their current WIPS (works in progress) and a recap of the beautiful Beatles quilt that Dori and her husband worked on together and completed this past summer. You can follow the Beatles quilt progress over the past year or so on their podcast, http://Hobbiesuptohere.com Check out the episode's show notes at http://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorateSupport the showINSTAGRAM: @stephanie.socha.design WEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate EMAIL: info@makeanddecorate.com YOUTUBE: Stephanie Socha Design