Warp, Weft, WTF?!?! Textile Terminology

On this episode of Stitch Please, Lisa takes on the sewing terms that can make a beginners’ eyes glaze over.

But don’t worry this isn’t a vocabulary quiz. Lisa breaks down what these mysterious fabric words actually mean, why they matter, and how ignoring them can leave you with twisted pants, wonky hems, and a project that no amount of ironing can save.

With plenty of humor, fabric nerd facts, and a warning about the dangers of playing “Pattern Jenga” with your yardage, this episode will help you get your Stitch Together!

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Hosted By: Dr. Lisa Woolfork

Senior Producer: Krystal Hill

Producer: Mike Bryant

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Hosted by Lisa Woolfork

Lisa is a fourth-generation sewing enthusiast who learned to sew while earning a PhD in African American literature and culture. She has been sewing for more than twenty years while also teaching, researching, and publishing in Black American literature and culture.