The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts · Episode 41 · November 25, 2025 · 38 min

A Crisis of Confidence and the Importance of Community

Send us feedback about this episode! Today we are joined by a listener with an important story to share. Laura Wilson relates how the change to a challenging new job—as well as other unexpected life events—led to the loss of her sew-jo for almost an entire year. Can you relate? Has your desire to create disappeared, even for a few weeks? Laura was able to rediscover her love of creating with the help of a supportive sewing group at her local quilt store. No matter where you are in your sewing...