The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts · Episode 3 · January 20, 2026 · 29 min

Where to Shop Now and Other Questions

Send us feedback about this episode! Janet is on the road again, so today is a listener question episode. Today's requests include: 1) Where can we get sewing supplies now that Joanns is out of business? 2) Can we talk about indie pattern companies and how to find patterns that work for us? and 3) Is it possible to balance creative pursuits with small children at home? A bonus question answers how much fabric to buy for a particular project. (Hint: The answer is not "All of it!") Pour a cup o...