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Over the years, we've been honored to host iconic figures like Kaffe Fassett and Brandon Mably, who revealed how color can be a life-changing force, and Tula Pink, who welcomed us into her imaginative, boundary-pushing world. We heard from Alex Anderson, who reminded us of the importance of claiming space for our creativity, and Amanda Murphy, who inspired us to stretch the boundaries of traditional quilting. This journey has introduced us to countless other inspiring voices: astronaut Dr. Karen Nyberg, who shared her love for quilting in space; Michael Thorpe, whose bold textile art challenges conventions; and the incomparable Gee's Bend Quilters, represented by Mary Margaret Pettway, whose work connects us to a rich heritage of storytelling through fabric. We've also learned from quilting luminary Ricky Tims, who shared his unique blend of music and quilting, costume designer Justine Seymore and Julian Collins, who creates fashion with purpose. Mimi G brought her vibrant energy and DIY spirit, while Deanna Springer reminded us of the enduring legacy of Nancy Zieman and the Great Wisconsin Quilt Show. We've brought you behind the scenes at Quilt Week in Paducah, BERNINA university, C2E2, QuiltCon, The Sewing and Stitching Expo, Houston Festival, The Great Wisconsin Quilt Show and The National Quilt Museum.  And our guest list goes on: Gail Yellen with her expert sewing techniques, sustainable designer Tristan Detweiler, creative advocate Kristina Wong, and reality star Craig Conover from Southern Charm who we accompanied to North Charleston High School as he donated BERNINA sewing machines to their maker space. We've heard from visionaries like Jean Wright from Sew Sisters, Amanda Richie from Unshattered and fabric artist Cookie Washington, each of whom has left an unforgettable mark on our community. As we reflect on these first 100 episodes, we are profoundly grateful to each guest who has shared their time, talent, and insights, and to each of you who have been with us on this journey.  So now, let's celebrate by taking you back to February 18, 2021, to where it all began with a replay of our very first episode featuring the incredible Bisa Butler. Here is Sew & So episode #1… This podcast explores Bisa Butler's fascinating journey, which began with her getting a Bachelor of Fine Arts in painting at Howard University. Realizing painting was not her passion, she went on to Montclair University to pursue a Master in Teaching. It was there, while making a quilt in her first-ever fibers class, that she had an artistic epiphany; she realized she could do what she loved, express her creativity in a way that moved her deeply, and tell the countless untold stories of African Americans.  Each pivotal step in her journey is described in fascinating detail. She talks about learning to sew from her grandmother; a black woman, and wife of an Emissary, who found herself transported to Morocco. She and her husband had to attend many formal events, and since they couldn't afford to buy the refined clothing, one was required to wear, her grandmother would pore through fashion magazines and create replicas of designer outfits. The scraps of fibers and fabrics from those outfits can be seen in Bisa's portraits of her grandmother and grandfather. She explains how using little bits of their lives helped inform her work. Butler describes her work as “excavating the soul, where her own spirit has a conversation with someone who has long passed. The process begins with a portrait. By gazing into the eyes of her subject and really looking at the lines, creases, scars and the expression in their eyes, she can ‘hear' their unspoken story. She spoke of the improvisational nature of private quilts and their ability to tell the personal experiences of her people (21:20 – 24:21). As she details her journey through galleries and museums, Butler recounts the bias that was shown towards artists who use cloth in their art. But through all the rejections and dismissals, she kept at it, slow and steady, until her work exhibited at a New York gallery. After that, her work began getting accepted at more galleries and museums. Her fiber and fabric creation, The Storm, the Whirlwind, and the Earthquake features a life‐sized representation of abolitionist and social reformer Fredrick Douglass whose magnetic gaze pulled her in. This piece is a powerful example of how Butler's painterly textiles convey a sense of shared humanity were on exhibit at the Toledo Museum of Art. Her textile creations were exhibited in the European Painting Gallery Space at the Art Institute of Chicago in 2021. This is the first time a living artist has been showcased in this space. Her work iwasalso featured in Dress Up, Speak Up: Regalia and Resistance at the 21C Museum Hotel in Cincinnati, Ohio. It was a joy to learn about the strides fiber, fabric and quilting artists have made, and we owe much of it to Bisa Butler. Her personal story of using textiles and the medium of quilting to celebrate her heritage and her community and her powerful art is a great inspiration to us all. This is one story you don't want to miss, so make sure you catch the podcast. You can learn more about Bisa Butler and view some of her amazing works of art at Bisabutler.com If you know someone you think has an outstanding story – a story that should be shared on this podcast, please drop me a note to meg@sew&sewpodcast.com  or complete the form on this website. Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform. Be sure to subscribe to, review and rate this podcast on your favorite platform…and visit our website sewandsopodcast.com for more information about today's and all of our Guests.

Mimi G, the world's #1 Influencer & expert in the DIY sewing revolution joins the podcast today to talk all about how she started her business, pattern making, and advice she has for bridal seamstresses and sewing pros!  Mimi G is the famed entrepreneur behind the award-winning fashion, lifestyle, and D.I.Y. blog Mimi G Style, the world's leading online fashion sewing and design school Sew It! Academy, and co-founded Melanated Fabrics & Creative Center, a black and brown, female-owned business that provides creatives a unique space to create, inspire and support each other. She is known as the most influential woman in D.I.Y. fashion who has built a trendsetting fashion empire and celebrity following. In addition, Mimi G has recently been named Vice President of Design, Brand Strategy, and Patterns for Design Group.   In this episode: How Mimi G started her sewing career.  Why Mimi G decided to sell her patterns, rather than sewing for hire.  Her advice for new sewists and bridal seamstresses.  How Mimi grew her business and gained more than 3.2 million followers across all social media platforms, 22 million page views, and 2.2M unique visitors annually on her blog.  The importance of pursuing passion. The challenges of starting a business and lessons that she has learned.  Connect with Mimi G: Website: https://www.mimigstyle.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mimigstyle/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MimiGStyleshow Connect with Nadine:  Check out the NEW exclusive private podcast series, Fitting Packages 101: https://enchanting-sun-77080.myflodesk.com/privatepodcast Become a member: https://secretsofabridalseamstresspodcast.com/membership Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/secretsofabridalseamstress/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@nadinebozeman YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@secretsofabridalseamstress

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Vendredi 10 novembre, l'équipe de Nova Lyon était en direct du Théâtre de la Croix Rousse à l'occasion de la clôture du festival Festiv·iel.Festival dédié au féminisme inter-sectionnel mais aussi aux questions de genre et de sexualité, Radio Nova s'est immiscée dans la programmation pour une soirée Carte Blanche festive et engagée, portée par le concert de Bab L'Bluz et l'after DJ sets riche d'énergies de DJ Alé et Mimi Géniale.Le Super Nova s'était donc installé dans le hall du théâtre pour animer cet événement unique. Dans cette première partie d'émission, retrouvez les interviews de Courtney Geraghty, directrice du TXR qui nous a parlé de la programmation du festival et des enjeux du théâtre contemporain. Mais aussi Thomas Pons qui n'a pas manqué le rendez-vous pour nous rappeler qu'il y a parfois des coïncidences heureuses et aussi des coïncidences malheureuses.L'occasion de vivre ou revivre ce moment avec nous, dans l'ambiance et l'effervescence. Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Sponsored by Accuquilt!    Sign up for the Black Women Stitch  newsletter!   Check out our merch here   Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch Patreon Amazon StorePatterns Mentioned: Vogue 1940, Simplicity 8982, Mimi G for Simplicity 9687 KnowMe 2046, The Rushcutter Dress by In the Folds, The Naomi Shirt by Coffee and ThreadLisa WoolforkLisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation.Get Your Stitch Together tips from the episode:Lisa's fall sewing plans to accommodate her medical bootHer plans to make a failed Simplicity knit pattern againHow wide leg pants could fit over her bootIdeas for hacking a Vogue dress into a tunicTips for extending a shirtdress into a tunicTricks for adjusting patterns for curvy figuresLisa's thoughts on dress pockets and stretchy zippersHow Mimi G's wide pants could work with the bootFabrics Lisa enjoys for fall sewing 

Sign up for the Black Women Stitch quarterly newsletter!   Check out our merch here Leave a BACKSTITCH message and tell us about your favorite episode. Join the Black Women Stitch PatreonAmazon Store Ella ClausenWhen Ella Clausen fell in love with sewing, she fell HARD. She started a few months before the pandemic began and has been riding a wild frenzied wave ever since, savoring every seam, learning all that she can about this skill from patternmaking to couture tailoring and everything in between. Ella lives in Oakland, California where she works for a nonprofit foundation that's a part of Levi Strauss & Co. She is a first-generation American, a Black-Filipinx maker raised by a single mother, and a believer in the power of strong women. Lisa WoolforkLisa Woolfork is an associate professor of English specializing in African American literature and culture. Her teaching and research explore Black women writers, Black identity, trauma theory, and American slavery. She is the founder of Black Women Stitch, the sewing group where Black lives matter. She is also the host/producer of Stitch Please, a weekly audio podcast that centers on Black women, girls, and femmes in sewing. In the summer of 2017, she actively resisted the white supremacist marches in her community, Charlottesville, Virginia. The city became a symbol of lethal resurging white supremacist violence. She remains active in a variety of university and community initiatives, including the Community Engaged Scholars program. She believes in the power of creative liberation. Insights from this episode:How cherishing pieces that have been passed through generations and the practice of sewing itself can connect us with our heritageTurning STEM into STEAM and valuing the physics and engineering skills involved in designing and sewing our own clothesHow Ella decided to make her own wedding dress and the skills that she developed in doing soThe process of designing patterns for Mimi G's Know Me line for Simplicity, developed solely by makers in the sewing community Quotes from the show:“If there is something in your vision that you know is not at the store and you can create it from nothing or from the raw material of your imagination? That's joy. That's power. That's freedom.” – Lisa Woolfork, Stitch Please, Episode #52“It's beautiful, the connectedness and the longevity, to think that the things I might create, this jacket I'm wearing, could have so much meaning to someone 2 or 3 generations down the line if it's repaired and held together and treasured.” – Ella Clausen, Stitch Please, Episode #52“Sewing doesn't save you money unless you have expensive taste.” – Ella Clausen, Stitch Please, Episode #52“Do not be the force that holds yourself back. Go for it. Try it. Don't listen to that voice that's telling you that you can't do something.” – Ella Clausen, Stitch Please, Episode #52 Resources Mentioned:Ella's 6-part Project Wedding Dress blog seriesStitch Please episode: Parallel Universe Mystery Quilt with Ebony Love, Latifah Saafir, Gyleen FitzgeraldTipStitched blogTechno-Vernacular Creativity & Innovation by Nettrice R. GaskinsElla's Know Me by Mimi G pattern Stay Connected:YouTube: Black Women StitchInstagram: Black Women StitchFacebook: Stitch Please Podcast Lisa WoolforkInstagram: Lisa WoolforkTwitter: Lisa Woolfork Ella ClausenWebsite: Handmade MillennialInstagram: Handmade MillennialPinterest: Handmade MillennialTikTok: Handmade MillennialYouTube: Handmade Millennial Subscribe to our podcast + download each episode on Stitcher, Apple Podcasts, and Spotify. This episode was produced and managed by Podcast Laundry.

With over 20 years of professional seamstress experience making costumes for big theatrical productions like Blue Man Group, Cirque du Soleil, and Disney, Tricia is convinced that you don't need to take the hard route to start making clothes that fit you perfectly right away. One of the many perks of having Tricia as your teacher is that she is known to make even the hardest pattern making concepts easy! She can help you find out which method works best for you. Tricia, a California native who found her new home in North Carolina, now resides joyfully amidst nature with her partner, adorable pup Levi, and two elderly kitties. She spreads her passion for pattern making and creates stunning costumes for renowned names in live production, reaching people around the globe.Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/creative.costume.academy/ TikTok: https://TikTok/@creative.costume.academy Facebook: https://Facebook.com/tricky.patterns YouTube link: https://www.youtube.com/@creativecostumeacademyFree Pattern Masterclass https://www.creativecostumeacademy.com/freepatternmasterclass Pattern Making Academy with Mimi G    https://Learnpatternmaking.com Sign up for the Pattern News list and get the monthly freebie! https://mailchi.mp/16b8a7fe1cc6/ccapatternnews Get full sloper sets, tools, and pattern paper: https://www.creativecostumeacademy.com/shop To know more about all the things CCA has to offer visit my website! https://www.Creativecostumeacademy.comCheck out our NEW website and signup for our newsletter to be the first to know who we are interviewing next, submit questions for the podcast, and so much more!https://thesewcialhourpodcast.com/Join us next Tuesday as the hosts chat with Handmade by Elizabeth!Follow The Hosts:Ashley: https://linktr.ee/charmedbyashleyBethany: https://linktr.ee/CraftwithbethanySupport the show -  https://www.patreon.com/thesewcialhourpodcast Support the show

My name is Duana Chandler. I am a wife and mom of a beautiful girl named Blaire. I am a Chemistry teacher, but sewing has been a major part of my life since I became a teacher. I learned how to sew in 2015, but stopped sewing soon after getting married. In 2018, I had my daughter. She was a major part of the reason that I started sewing again. She was born a micro preemie and was too small for the standard size preemie clothes, so I began to sew her clothes that fit. That reignited my passion for sewing. In 2019, I discovered an entire sewing community on social media and made a lot of new friendships. In 2020, I started learning about pattern design through online videos and through that, I released my first pattern. I have since released a total of 4 indie patterns on my Etsy shop. In 2022, I became a Know Me Pattern Designer under Mimi G and have since released two patterns. I have enjoyed the process. I have learned so much and I am continuing to learn and grow more as I go. USE CODE: SEWCIALHOUR30 to get 30% off any patterns in my Etsy Shop until June 30th, 2023 https://www.etsy.com/shop/duanastudioFollow Duana:Www.instagram.com/duana_m_chandlerWww.instagram.com/DuanastudioWww.linktr.ee/Duanastudio New this year in 2023: THIRSTY THURSDAY - Behind the scenes content to get to know us and our guests on a more personal level. So grab your drink of choice and join us over on Patreon every Thursday for some tea. https://www.patreon.com/thesewcialhourpodcastJoin us next Tuesday as the hosts chat with Sheredith of Projector Sewing! Follow The Hosts:Ashley: https://linktr.ee/charmedbyashleyBethany: https://linktr.ee/CraftwithbethanySupport the show - https://www.patreon.com/thesewcialhourpodcast Support the show

What began as just a hobby in Mimi's Los Angeles home in 2012 blossomed into an international brand. She's achieved a daily engagement of more than 3.2 million followers across all social media platforms, 22 million pageviews and 2.2 million unique visitors annually on her blog and courses on DIY. But her love of sewing started long before that.Mimi began sewing when she was twelve, taking apart clothes, and figuring out how to put them back together again. She didn't realize that she was teaching herself the basics of construction and pattern making.  Although she was a runaway at 15 and a single mom at 16 living on the streets of L.A., Mimi always knew that she had some sort of purpose in life. Although it was hard to sew while she was homeless, her love of sewing never left her. She eventually got a job in film production, started a sewing blog, created home sewing videos for You Tube, and became a successful and respected entrepreneur. She signed on as a licensee for Simplicity in 2014 and was the first blogger to have her own pattern line. Within a few years, her tenacity and talent led her to the role of VP for the Big Four (McCall, Butterick, Vogue, Simplicity). Mimi shares, in detail, her journey to creating several multi-million-dollar businesses. (2:32 – 22:16)Mimi has consistently been an advocate for creating more sexy and confident patterns for plus-size women, more stylish patterns for men, styles for brown and black women, new sewists and young sewists. She is integrally involved in every aspect of the business, from creating the patterns, to obtaining fabric rights, to merchandising and branding. In addition to her role as a Vice President, her blogs, online classes, and other highly successful ventures, Mimi, along with her friend and fellow sewist, Brittany J. Jones, founded Melanated Fabrics and Creative Center in Atlanta. To add to her list of accomplishments, Mimi has written a book, which will be released next year.Simply put, Mimi's story is a story of hope, fortitude and grit. An important part of her mission in life is to inspire men and women to embrace their power, find their voice and discover their purpose. She attributes much of her success to following her inner voice and being authentic. She believes that if you do what you love, the money will follow. In her words, “It has to be something that's special to you, and something that you would do even if you weren't being paid for it.”  The purpose, she says, has to be genuine. (22:24 – 38:55)  As you listen to this amazing and engaging podcast, you realize that Mimi's story is not about the struggles, but about the triumphs. The best way to reach her is through Instagram @Mimi G style. If you know someone who has an outstanding story that should be shared on this podcast, drop Meg a note to info@sewandsopodcast.com or complete the form on our website.

Mimi G is loved in the sewing world. So when Mimi introduced the sewing world to her then beau, now husband, Norris Danta Ford in 2015 it was easy to be enchanted by the creative energy and connection they shared. Listen to their love story!

*Crushing It sets out the basic principles for an innovative mindset and understanding the social media landscape as it is today. *Through many examples, it provides a blueprint on how to succeed in social media marketing. *Crushing It breaks down in detail the importance of building a personal brand to further yourself in your niche or trade. Note: This Book Insight contains explicit language and mature themes. Theme 1: Your Personal Brand - 0:29 Theme 2: Social Media Success - 9:00 Theme 3: Journey as Content - 17:39 Like what you hear? Be sure to like & subscribe to support this podcast! Also leave a comment and let us know your thoughts on the episode. You can also get a free weekly email about the Book Insight of the week. Subscribe at memod.com/insights Want quick save-able, share-able bullet points on this book? Check out the Memo: https://memod.com/MrBusiness/how-can-i-make-a-living-from-social-media-234 THANK YOU FOR LISTENING TO BOOK INSIGHTS. READY FOR MORE LEARNING? Get unlimited access to our entire collection of Book Insights on over 100 nonfiction bestsellers with a subscription at http://memod.com/insights HEAR THE FULL INTERVIEWS MENTIONED IN TODAYS' EPISODE HERE: Vaynerchuk, Gary. “Gary Vaynerchuk on Crushing It!” YouTube, Fox, 13 Feb. 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=voCAk0XQis8. Xavier, Brittany. “I Designed My First Clothing Collection // BrittanyXavier.” YouTube, YouTube, 6 Dec. 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=KBGrsJbKO98&list=PLG1-IHekZ7bQcShLZ75bjZj4GKbmn8w4E. Vaynerchuk, Gary. “Charging Clients, Personal Brand or Business Brand & Advice to a Senior in College | #AskGaryVee 239.” YouTube, YouTube, 24 Jan. 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=h346DR1kf0c. WineLibraryTV. “Episode 1 - Verite.” YouTube, YouTube, 17 May 2006, www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Vo0nykupIo. Confidential, The Skinny. “Corrective Double Jaw Surgery Experience | Post OP Swelling & Recovery.” YouTube, YouTube, 12 Oct. 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=T60VKRGSvmQ. Vaynerchuk, Gary. “Document, Don't Create.” YouTube, YouTube, 6 Sept. 2016, www.youtube.com/watch?v=RVKofRN1dyI. G, Mimi. “Mimi G on Women Being Submissive to Men.” YouTube, YouTube, 10 Jan. 2017, www.youtube.com/watch?v=4yG3l249PC4. Durgam, Chithra. “Chit-Chat with Dr. Chithra Durgam Featured in ‘Crushing It' by Garyvee at Wine Library, Episode 2.” YouTube, YouTube, 10 Dec. 2018, www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHmlGLY5cgU&index=6&list=PLIsAs6P3dNq4wFCXNPZ1pMIc-uuaBMmiv. Full Title: Crushing It!: How Great Entrepreneurs Build Their Business and Influence-and How You Can, Too Year of Publication: 2018 Book Author: Gary Vaynerchuk To purchase the complete edition of this book click here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B077MPRHKJ/ref=cm_sw_em_r_mt_dp_B7MYD3YY4575SDKD1D08 Book Insight Writer: William Sims Editor: Tom Butler-Bowden Producer: Gabriel Mara Production Manager: Karin Richey Curator: Tom Butler-Bowden Narrator: Elliott Schiff

The "Queen of DIY" @mimigstyle just gave us some amazing insights about her career, process and beginnings. An absolutely inspiring conversation with a very successful businesswoman

Through the #KeepBooneHealthy campaign we have talked at length about the value of local purchase decisions. Those extra steps taken by local shoppers take on added meaning during the holiday shopping season, especially given all of the disruptions and timeline changes COVID-19 has brought to our area retail community.This week, we tell the story of the experience of retailers while also taking you inside one of King Street's newest shops. Melinda Goforth opened Mimi G's in the midst of the pandemic, and she explains why King Street was her perfect location, and how local retailers can benefit from a strong holiday season.Mind Your Business is produced each week thanks to a partnership between Appalachian Commercial Real Estate and High Country Radio.Support the show (https://www.boonechamber.com/membership-information)

Guest Rita (@rita_bonitas) talks to us about Marketing Suggestions for our small businesses.  Demetra of DKR Stylings joins this episode to share her story about the start of her business (@dkr_stylings) and receives tips on Marketing her business during and after COVID.Follow our guests!@rita_bonitas  @happymeethappy @dkr_stylingsSuggested businesses spoke of during the podcast are:Design Cuisine, Special Events @ Union Station, Sole Girl Fashion Market, and Mimi G's Business S.H.E.TFollow us on Instagram @raialities  If you are interested in being a guest, send an email to raialitiespodcast@gmail.com

Mimi G doesn't have a typical success story, but you'd never know it from her four million social media followers or her million-dollar businesses (she has two of them!). Mimi is a former teen runaway and homeless single mom who turned her childhood interest in sewing into a thriving website, consulting business, and online learning hub. With Mimi G Style and Sew It! Academy, Mimi supports sewists of all levels in following their own design dreams.In this week's episode, Mimi tells us about how an unshakeable sadness helped her realize her days in film and TV were behind her, and why she still schedules time for her hobbies—including sewing—despite being immersed in the business of it all day. We also talk about her Puerto Rican family's influence on her entrepreneurship, how she keeps tight relationships in business and life, and how offering a free service helped boost her income. Though her path to success might be full of unexpected loops, Mimi says, “it gave me a view of what I needed to do.”Join the conversation on Facebook in our #imakealiving group, where you can chat about challenges, find resources for success, and stay connected with other entrepreneurs!Guest- Mimi G.- WebsiteDIY Mask Video-LINKSew It Academy- Link 

We're talking all wedding - from DIY to disasters - with co-hosts Meg, Kate and Amanda and very special guest Mimi G. Learn what went right and wrong for these inspiring sewists and what they'd change if they did it all again. Click here to view the show notes. Sew & Tell Question: What sewing pattern would you or did you use to make your wedding look? Sponsored by Husqvarna Viking® Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you've ever wondered how life inspires fashion, look to designers Mimi G and Norris Dánta Ford. In this episode, they chat with Paul Costabile about how Norris’ upbringing and Mimi’s rise to internet sensation influence the sewing empire they have today.

Meg’s getting married! And so is our guest host, Mimi G of Mimi G Style! Weddings are on our minds, so we’ll talk about sewing for the big day and discuss how much wedding DIY is too much wedding DIY. Click here to view the show notes. Sew & Tell Question: How much wedding DIY is too much wedding DIY? Sponsored by Bernina Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode, we reached out to hear some different perspectives on the question of "What do in-person sewing community meet-ups contribute to your sewing experience?" Lori and Helena recap their fun experience at PR weekend, then we hear from Mimi G, sewing and blogging superstar. We also reached out to three of our new friends from PR weekend to find out what they thought, and our Maven Barbara shares some thoughts.

Mimi G discusses how she started out developing her MimiGSyle brand that has since earned an immense online and social media following.

Download this episode here! Recently I had an opportunity to chat with Mimi Goodwin of Mimi G Style. She is an inspiration to so many women, listen to her amazing success story! Intro: I met Mimi at a business Conference a few years ago. Love her unique sense of style! I’ve been following her ever since. Mimi is a huge influencer in the sewing, fashion and lifestyle niche. She is very accomplished with her tutorials, online courses, and her partnership with Simplicity patterns. I had asked her a bit about how she works with Simplicity and we will learn more about that in today's episode among other topics. Mimi has been through a lot in her life, she's been on her own since she was 15 years old. She’s got an amazing story to share, from being a victim of abuse, becoming homeless, and struggling as a single mom. Her great sense of style and business savvy has made her the successful entrepreneur she is today. I am incredibly excited to have her with me on the podcast! Mimi's bio: Award winning trending Expert Mimi G. is Editor-in-chief of the outrageously popular Fashion, Lifestyle, and DIY blog, MimiGStyle.com, as well as the Mimi G Style YouTube Channel, which houses tutorials, fashion and beauty tips, health and fitness videos, product reviews and more. Her axiom, “Buy It, Make It, Mix It, Rock It!”, is the mantra for her fully engaged daily followers, as well as industry professionals. Garnering thousands of “new followers” by the day, Mimi G has quickly become an International fashion icon, influencer, role model, and an “in demand” speaker and panel member at blogging conferences across the country. Mimi G has also developed her own line of products ranging from ready to wear collections to commercial sewing patterns. She was recently featured on Project Runway Junior alongside Tim Gunn on Lifetime TV, has won numerous awards including Best Shopping Inspiration by InStyle Magazine and Best Latina Blogger. Mimi G is a contributing designer to Simplicity Patterns and has a number of online sewing courses. Her YouTube Channel,  blog, Instagram and FB are followed by thousands of people. Mimi also has her own style conference. Mimi is a wife and mom who loves to sew and create for real life curvy women. How did you first learn to sew? What motivated you to start your blog? What do you think was the most instrumental thing that you did to grow your blog/sewing business? How did you become a Simplicity Pattern designer? Tell me about your new adventure with Sew It Academy and the Kids Sewing Classes that you offer. I noticed that you have also started a ready to wear division. Tell us about how that began and what your future plans are. What is your favorite sewing pattern(s) you have designed? What do you do when you are not sewing?   Where is the best place for people to connect with you online? Find Mimi on Twitter Find Mimi on FB Find Mimi on Pinterest Find Mimi on Instagram

(...) Programa de 11 de Março de 2018                1.ª parte: 1 - Alela Diane - Cusp - So Tired 2 - Iskra String Quartet - Iskra - Film Credits 3 - PJ Harvey And Harry Escot - An Acre Of Land - An Acre of Land (Edit) 4 - Dirty Three - Cinder - Last Dance 5 - Nick Cave - Give Us A Kiss (10’’) - Give Us A Kiss 6 - Gillian Welch - The Harrow & The Harvest - Dark Turn Of Mind 7 - Mojave 3 - Ask Me Tomorrow - Sarah 8 - Yo La Tengo - There's A Riot Going On - Dream Dream Away 9 - Yo La Tengo - There's A Riot Going On - Shortwave 10 - Birds Of Passage - The Death of Our Invention - Haunt My Existence 11 - Cocteau Twins - Milk & Kisses - Seekers Who Are Lovers 12 - Matthew Ryan & Hammock - Like New Year's Day - Like New Year's Day (Edit) 13 - Orcas - Orcas - Standard Error   2.ª parte: 14 - David Sylvian - Dead Bees On A Cake - Darkest Dreaming 15 - Kyle Bobby Dunn - The Infinite Sadness - And the Day is Dunn (and I Can Only Think of You) 16 - Talk Talk - Spirit Of Eden - Wealth 17 - Mimi Göse - Soak - Fire And Roses 18 - Mac DeMarco - (…) - Chamber Of Reflection (Slowed) 19 - Mark Eitzel - 60 Watt Silver Lining - No Easy Way Down 20 - Niobe - White Hats - Shirocco And Mistral 21 - Mogwai - Come on Die Young - Cody 22 - Yeah Yeah Yeahs - Spotify Singles - Thirteen 23 - Elliot Smith - Thumbsucker (OST) - Thirteen 24 - Big Star - #1 Record - Thirteen 25 - Jane Weaver - The Fallen By Watch Bird - Silver Chord 26 - Pill-Oh - Vanishing Mirror - Promise 27 - Damien Jurado - The Horizon Just Laughed - Over Rainbows and Rainier  

Mimi G inspires us with stories from her journey to becoming a sewing celebrity. We chat about her pattern line with Simplicity, the Sew It Academy, her workshops, and more. Mimi G is passionate about sharing her knowledge with the world and encouraging the next generation to sew.

Mimi G is a fashion and lifestyle blogger, and DIY expert behind the blog Mimi G Style. Mimi G was born in Puerto Rico, and spent most of her childhood growing up in Chicago. In her early teens, Mimi made her way to Los Angeles to escape a troubled family life that included physical and sexual abuse. She chose to leave for Los Anegeles not becasue she had Hollywood dreams of stardom, but for California's sunny climate in case she ended up homeless. Mimi G continued to endure many challenges in Los Angeles, but with hard work, persistence, and talent, she was able to turn her life around into a true and ever-growing success story. Full show notes available at http://ktla.com/SpokenDreams.

Ep. 12: Crafted To Perfection feat. Mimi G In this week's episode of Tea Time with Tay Taylor sits down with fashion designer Mimi G to discuss her career as a creator, teacher, and mother making waves in the fashion world!!!!