Ep 119: Guest Katrina Walker - Sewing, Quilting and Spoiled Sheep Yarn

Click Here to Send me a Fan Mail Message!Katrina Walker, an industry sewing educator,  author, and designer, shares her journey into the home sewing industry. Katrina has worked with various brands, including Pfaff and Sulky, and has been featured in magazines and TV shows. She is known for her expertise in silk and wool sewing, as well as her innovative techniques. She also raises sheep that produce wool for her yarn brand, Spoiled Sheep. Guest Segment Chapters: Note time stamps start at guest segment00:00 Introduction and Meeting at the Sewing Booth01:48 Growing Up on a Wheat Farm and Discovering Sewing06:24 Transitioning from Investment Banking to Sewing13:42 Winning the National Make It With Wool Contest20:11 Becoming an Educator for Faf and Other Brands39:53 Fostering Relationships and Being Genuine in Business43:05 Finding the Right Sewing Machine for Individual Preferences44:56 Don't Be Afraid to Use Sergers01:10:35 Embracing Mistakes and the Learning Process in Sewing01:14:25 The Joy and Satisfaction of Sewing for Oneself01:19:53 The Meaningful Connection Between the Maker and the Materials01:25:46 The Value of Quality Fabrics in SewingCHIT CHAT:Stephanie chats about the Chicago Modern Quilt Guild retreat she went to recently. Creative weekend retreats are a perfect way to schedule sewing (or knitting) time for yourself and to enjoy the experience with like minded makers. Chit Chat LInks:Elizabeth Hartman - Fancy Forest PatternMinky Kim - Pumpkins paternChicago Modern Quilt GuildKraeO Yarn: Big Brother in AutumnalProvisional Cast onPicot edge hat pattern  at Purl SohoSupport the showConnect with Stephanie:YOUTUBE: Make and Decorate YouTube ChannelEMAIL: [email protected]: @stephanie.socha.designWEBSITE: https://stephaniesochadesign.com/podcast-make-and-decorate