Episode 247: Let's build the future we want (LIVE IN PORTLAND)

Live in Portland, OR at Holocene, Amanda is joined by Karen, Cassie, and Frances to talk about how sewing is an important part of a better future. We will also discuss:

• Maybe instant gratification isn't really that gratifying at all?
• Where and how sewing became an uncommon skill
• Why our lack of knowledge about sewing makes us overconsume (and expect things to be cheap and fast)
• Ways for teaching more people how to sew
• How sewing and making things actually makes us happier
• Thoughts on the ethics of the textile supply chain and how to minimize our textile waste when sewing
• How sewing and community are inextricably linked (and very important)

And so much more! Also, Amanda's dad helps everyone on and off the stage all night long.

Cassie: Altar, @shop_altar
Frances: Sincere Studio, @sincerestudiopdx
Karen: sorry, you have to email Amanda if you want to be in touch with Karen!

MAJOR SPECIAL OMG THANKS TO:

Christine and Casey of Care Instruction, Portland's radical (and cool) vintage store and mending/sewing studio.
Ruby of Slow Fashion Academy

Need another dose of conversation about convenience culture and overconsumption? Check out Andi Zeisler's interview with Amanda for Salon: The true cost of convenience culture

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