The Very Serious Crafts Podcast

S6E4: Making Holiday Magic

Tue, 23 Dec 2025 16:43:34 -0500

Did you get creative this holiday season? Tag along with the Very Serious Crafters as we laugh and commiserate about the triumphs and disasters that come along with a very crafty Christmas (or whichever wintertime holidays you celebrate)!

Show Notes:

The Very Serious Podcast on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theveryseriouscraftspodcast
No-So-Modern Millie’s Pompom Turkey: https://www.benziedesign.com/blogs/tutorials/pom-pom-turkey-tutorial
The House That Lars Built Parade Tablescape: https://thehousethatlarsbuilt.com/2023/11/macys-day-parade-tablescape.html/
No-So-Modern Millie’s Pompom Parade Tablescape: https://www.instagram.com/notsomodernmillie/p/DQplm11kglj/?hl=en
Mollie’s Dala Horse Deep-Etch Die: https://www.benziedesign.com/collections/holiday-dies/products/dala-horse-deep-etch-die
Mollie’s Muppet Ornaments: https://wildolive.blogspot.com/2023/12/project-gonzo-rizzo-in-muppet-christmas.html
Haley’s Cat Named Pom-Pom: https://www.instagram.com/p/DLai1_Op4sW/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Full episode show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2025/12/23/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-6-episode-04/

S6E3: Crafting a Legacy

Sun, 26 Oct 2025 17:00:00 -0400

Hello, and welcome to season 6, episode 3 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast: Crafting a Legacy!

What are you passing along to the next generation of crafters? In this episode, we discuss the physical items, the lessons, and, of course, the memories we've received from the crafters that paved our way. We'll also leave you with some sound advice: Whatever it is, just try it! (Even if you hate it and throw it away!)

Patreon members are getting access to this episode 24 hours early. Thanks for supporting us!

Show notes:

Did you know that you can just do stuff? https://www.instagram.com/reel/DO_z-3djlNg/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

S6E2: Itty Bitty Birthday Dresses, Spooky Sardines, and Cozy Autumn Outfits

Thu, 18 Sep 2025 13:00:00 -0400

Hello, and welcome to season 6, episode 2 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast: Itty Bitty Birthday Dresses, Spooky Sardines, and Cozy Autumn Outfits!

The weather is getting crisp, and we're getting excited for fall! Come along while we discuss naughty chipmunks, travel clothes, what happens when kids make interesting fabric selections, and the beginnings of a very haunted dollhouse.

Show notes:

Halloween version of Mollie’s sardines: https://wildolive.etsy.com/listing/4359015444/fins-tins-sardine-can-felt-ornament
Mollie’s Not-So-Spooky ornaments: https://wildolive.etsy.com/listing/1558752023/not-so-spooky-felt-ornaments-diy
Sock recipe in Knitting Rules: https://www.amazon.com/Knitting-Rules-Yarn-Harlots-Tricks/dp/1580178340
Van Gogh the Chippy https://www.instagram.com/vangoghthechippy
Mollie’s original creepy doll episode: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2018/10/08/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-episode-13/
Zadie Jumpsuit: https://papertheorypatterns.com/products/zadie-jumpsuit-pdf-pattern
Billie Tee by Knit Purl Girl: https://www.ravelry.com/patterns/library/billie-tee
Heather Blazer: https://fridaypatterncompany.com/products/heather-blazer-pdf-pattern
Sophie’s Birthday Dress: https://truebias.com/products/mini-ogden-cami
Ghost Party Quilt: https://www.etsy.com/listing/1300398598/ghost-party-quilt-pdf-pattern-download?gpla=1&gao=1&

Full show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S6E1: Back in Crafts

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Hello, Very Serious Crafters! We're back, bay-bee! AND we're introducing you to our friend Hannah!

On this, our very first episode of season 6, we're bringing you up to speed on what we've been creating while we were on hiatus. We think you'll find that we've changed very little. You know, in a good way!

Show notes:

Mollie's Ko-Fi Klatsch: https://ko-fi.com/wildolive
The new kit Mollie created with Benzie Design: https://www.benziedesign.com/collections/sewing/products/haul-out-the-holly-ornament-kit
Haley’s bookmark designed for With Her Own Hands, by Nicole Nehrig: https://www.instagram.com/p/DM8eic0JgA8/
Some of Haley’s oddities show/flea market offerings: https://www.instagram.com/p/DKnc08KJOiT/
Textile Retreats: https://www.textileretreats.com/residential-retreats
Hannah’s love of blue and white striped linen: https://www.instagram.com/p/DNTPqBTRr7C/?igsh=MTZkcGx3Zmx0cG5wZg==

Full show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E18: Handy tools! That you can wear!

Mon, 24 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

We're sharing our favorite items that let us keep our crafts close and our crafting tools closer. (It may be early, but you might want to start your holiday wishlist after listening!)

Show notes: veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E17: Tie One on With Macrame!

Mon, 10 Oct 2022 05:00:00 -0400

What started with an idea for a giant spider web became a very serious macrame discussion. Think we can get through a whole episode without bad puns? We're a frayed knot.

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E16: Crafting a Craft Space

Mon, 26 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

When you get to create an entire space just for your craft work, it's a luxury and also a bit overwhelming. But that won't stop us from talking about drawers, built-ins, cutting tables, and pegboards!

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E15: Our Corniest Episode Ever

Mon, 12 Sep 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this corntastic discussion, Haley and Mollie talk all things corn husks, while considering what it would take to make brooms from start to finish. And of course, they have plenty of corn puns!

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E14: Tools and Projects to Show Your True Colors

Mon, 29 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

We never get tired of talking about color, but this time around, it's about some helpful color tools and the types of color projects that are especially fun or challenging.

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E13: This Just in! Crafts are Making Headlines

Mon, 15 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

In this episode, we're searching for ways that our favorite crafting techniques are showing up in the news. It's a delightful mixture of celebrities, scandal, and downright heartwarming stories.

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes

S5E12: Be Still, Our Beading Hearts!

Mon, 01 Aug 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Beads in embroidery have us learning about all kinds of styles and techniques we've never tried. But you know we want to!

Note: This episode has some unavoidable background noise. Thank you for bearing with us!

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes

S5E11: DIY, Home Decorating Edition

Mon, 18 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

We've been planning and working on more home decor. This time it's Victorian upholstery and IKEA curtains!

Show notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes

S5E10: She’s a Grand Old Flag…Maker

Mon, 04 Jul 2022 05:00:00 -0400

It's time to talk about America's founding sewist, Betsy Ross. And if you've ever wondered what it takes to make an official flag, 1812 style, we've got you covered.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E9: Go, Go Gadget Needlecraft!

Mon, 20 Jun 2022 07:00:00 -0400

We don't need these cool tools, but they sure are fun and we definitely want them. Prepare to add some new gadgets to your craft arsenal!

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E8: Through the (Stained) Looking Glass

Mon, 06 Jun 2022 05:00:00 -0400

Starting with a walk down craft kit memory lane and making our way to highly skilled artisans, we're admiring all the techniques and materials for stained glass. And would you believe we have some styles we don't like?

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E7: Quick! Someone Call Bob Vila!

Mon, 23 May 2022 06:00:00 -0400

Do home projects count as crafts? We say they do, which is why we're talking about home restoration, custom tile, and concrete work, and learning new skills. Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E6: Paper—We’re Just Not Sure We Can Cut it!

Mon, 09 May 2022 05:00:00 -0400

What's the difference between our jokes and papercutting? Nothing! They're both tearable! Nonetheless, we're talking scissor-cut, machine-cut, knife-cut, and laser-cut paper projects and artists.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E5: Honey, I Shrunk the Crafts

Mon, 25 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

From southern gothic dollhouses to fairy garden forest friends, we've got some big feelings for the tiny world of handcrafted miniatures.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S5E4: Tried it. Hated it.

Mon, 11 Apr 2022 05:00:00 -0400

You might think that Haley and Mollie never met a craft they didn't like. You would be wrong. From the process to the product, we're discussing the techniques that just aren't for us.

Show notes: You might think that Haley and Mollie never met a craft they didn't like. You would be wrong. From the process to the product, we're discussing the techniques that just aren't for us.

S5E03: A Whole Day of Crafting?

Mon, 28 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

We don’t often have a whole day to devote to making something just because we want to, but if we did, this episode is full of all the projects we'd work on (and finish!) in a day.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2022/03/28/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-5-episode-03/

S5E02: When Crafts Are Just Too Serious

Mon, 14 Mar 2022 05:00:00 -0400

With all the crafting methods they've tried, there are still techniques that give Haley and Mollie some serious pause. Will they talk each other into starting something new and complicated? Perhaps.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/

S5E01: So, What Have You Been Up To?

Mon, 28 Feb 2022 05:00:00 -0500

In their first Very Serious Crafts episode of season 5, Haley and Mollie talk about the things they've been enjoying while on a podcast break, including just taking time to "be."

Show Notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes

S4E20: The 2021 Very Serious Crafts Gift Guide

Mon, 22 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

As they wrap up season 4, Haley, Katie, and Mollie share some of their favorite handmade items and craft tools to give and receive.

Show Notes: https://veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes

S4E19: Sculpting, Shaping, and Modeling With Clay

Mon, 08 Nov 2021 05:00:00 -0500

We're getting our hands dirty as we discuss our favorite types of clay for crafting, including some clay recipes so you can make your own! Haley also shares a PSA for keeping pets safe while you're stitching.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S4E18: The Lovely (and Dreaded) Art of Lettering

Mon, 25 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0400

By hand, machine, stylus, or icing, fancy writing isn't always easy. Unsurprisingly, we have many Thoughts and Feelings about it.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/10/25/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-18/

S4E17: And Basically, That‘s How an Idea Becomes a Pattern

Mon, 11 Oct 2021 05:00:00 -0400

From the spark of an idea to picking up a pencil (or not!) and making the final digital patterns, Haley, Katie, and Mollie discuss their processes for making new designs.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/10/11/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-17/

S4E16: The LuLaRoe of the Craft World?

Mon, 27 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0400

The Creative Circle was multi-level marketing, but like, the non-scammy, all crafty kind. Join us as we gush over these vintage kits and wish for craft supply parties to make a comeback!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/09/27/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-16/

S4E15: Great Idea, but Now You Have to Make It

Mon, 13 Sep 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Haley, Katie, and Mollie discuss their amazing ideas that are also terrible ideas. Because, even though it's gonna be worth it, now you have to make the thing.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/09/13/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-15/

S4E14: Ye Olde Craft Inspiration

Mon, 30 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

What's old is new again as Haley and Mollie talk about the antique handcrafted items that inspire them, then take a virtual tour of some of the fabulous objects and projects that hang out at the Victoria and Albert Museum.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/08/30/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-14/

S4E13: We Can't Get No Satiscrafting

Mon, 16 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Imagine a room where you can enjoy all the best parts of crafting. Better than a smash room, we present our ideas for a space we call SatiscraftingTM.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/08/16/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-13/

S4E12: You Don't Know What You Don't Know...Until You Do

Mon, 02 Aug 2021 05:00:00 -0400

These tips and techniques may be obvious to some crafters, but Haley and Mollie are here to talk about the things they wish they had known when they started.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S4E11: Pulling Back the Lace Veil

Mon, 19 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400

No matter how you make it or use it, we're talking about lace and describing it with two F words: flouncy frippery.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S4E10: Projects That (Hopefully!) Don't Break the Mold

Mon, 05 Jul 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Things are finally taking shape as Haley and Mollie talk about resin, plaster, wax, and the long-forgotten Plastigoop!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/07/05/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-10

S4E9: Shelves, Containers, and a Whole Lot of Organizing

Mon, 21 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

When it comes to organizing craft tools, supplies, and projects, is it any surprise that Haley, Mollie, and Katie Green Bean have a lot to talk about?

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/06/21/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-09/

S4E8: Writing Love Songs to Fabric and Fibers

Mon, 07 Jun 2021 05:00:00 -0400

It's time to talk favorite fibers and textiles. Haley, Katie, and Mollie gush over the materials they love to work with, the items they're willing to splurge on, and why it's so hard to split up a set.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/06/07/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-08/

S4E7: The One with All the English Paper Piecing

Mon, 24 May 2021 05:00:00 -0400

From template to thread and basting to joining, we Very Serious Crafters love English paper piecing! Today, we discuss the differences between EPP and FPP and ponder a theory about what makes it "English." Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/05/24/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-07/

S4E6: Crafting Chemistry That's to Dye For

Mon, 10 May 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Things get colorful in this episode as Haley and Mollie talk about dying. Wait, no. That should be dyeing. Specifically, natural dyes, chemical dyes, shibori, Kool-Aid, tie-dye, and the many mysteries of dye-related chemistry that still elude them both.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/05/10/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-06/

S4E5: Fascinating Fasteners

Mon, 26 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Haley, Mollie, and special guest Katie Green are Very Serious Crafters with Very Serious Thoughts about buttons, zippers, and snaps. (Shocking, we know!) This episode is bursting at the seams with personal favorites, some zipper-related side eye, and an accidental bonus primer on US vs. UK terminology.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/04/26/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-05/

S4E4: Painting With Needles and Thread

Mon, 12 Apr 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Prepare for pure stitch-related joy as Haley and Mollie talk about thread painting and their favorite artists who blur the lines between art and craft.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/04/12/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-04/

S4E3: Sewing Shoes and a Stop at Goodwill

Mon, 29 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0400

Jeans, beaded Christmas trees, and shoes: What do they all have in common? Haley and Mollie are fairly certain they'll never, ever make them.

Show Notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/03/29/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-03/

S4E2: Faux Bone and Real Teeth

Mon, 15 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0400

As Mollie and Haley talk about scrimshaw and crafting with teeth, there are no bones about it: things get a little creepy. They may also spoil the secret of the tooth fairy.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/2021/03/15/the-very-serious-crafts-podcast-season-4-episode-02/

S4E1: We Were on a Break

Mon, 01 Mar 2021 05:00:00 -0500

Season 4 launches with a conversion about the things Haley and Mollie were up to, what they didn't get done, and the new tools they bought while Very Serious Crafts was on hiatus.

Season 4: Trailer

Wed, 17 Feb 2021 15:57:03 -0500

Season 4 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast may sound a little different, so get ready for new episodes coming March 2021!

S3E23: Lists, Lights, and the VSC Top Ten

Mon, 21 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

In the last Very Serious Crafts episode of season three, Mollie looks at miniatures, Haley makes a list, Heidi hangs some lights, and we share the official VSC Top Ten!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E22: TikTok, Teal Trees, and Trying New Tools

Mon, 07 Dec 2020 05:00:00 -0500

In season 3, episode 22 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi gets hip to TikTok, Mollie inaccurately describes locker hooking, and Haley's holiday plans suggest that she's been body-snatched.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E21: Plants and Rants (and Maybe a Few Other Things)

Mon, 23 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0500

In season 3, episode 21 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, we all get very serious about craft clickbait and questionable face masks. But, don't despair! Things get a whole lot lighter when Heidi's niece swoops in and saves the day with all the colors!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E20: Super Bulky Sweater Yarn, Vintage Embroidery from Mexico, and a Pooping Flamingo

Mon, 09 Nov 2020 05:00:00 -0500

In season 3, episode 20 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, you'll find new knitting projects on our needles, unironic Christmas catalog craft toy joy, and the real-time exploration of a cool but tricky cross-stitch app.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E19: Weaving in Songs, Virtual Quilling, and Even More Poisonous Projects

Mon, 26 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 19, Mollie tries to knit continental, Heidi's project becomes VERY toddler-approved, and Haley falls in love with Persian pattern singing.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E18: Afghans, Dolls, and Fancy Pajamas

Mon, 12 Oct 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 18 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley gets into scrapbooking, Heidi becomes a YouTuber, and Mollie deals with a doll's delicate parts.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E17: Vintage Style, Antique Patterns, and, Somewhat Surprisingly, Taylor Swift

Mon, 28 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 17, the plant biologist is back, snoods are afoot, and it turns out we all have serious feelings about Taylor Swift's embroidery skills.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E16: Teeny Tiny Aprons, a Crafty Botanist, and Why Kindness Matters

Mon, 14 Sep 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 16 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi sews a super-cute apron, a plant biologist weighs in on flower pressing, Mollie grabs a hammer, and Haley crankily makes the case for kindness.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E15: Quilts and Flowers. Just Quilts and Flowers.

Mon, 31 Aug 2020 07:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 15 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, serendipity runs high when Mollie literally makes some magic, Haley plans a herbarium, and they both take a stroll through some complicated and compelling quilt history! (Heidi is off on a much-deserved break this week.)

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E14: Workbasket Magazine Joy and Vintage Fabric by the Bolt

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 14 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie buys some beads, Heidi dives into deadstock, and Haley's kittens run wild in the craft studio!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E13: Missing Community, Rolling Paper, and FIRE!

Mon, 03 Aug 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 13, Heidi plays with glass and fire, Mollie's cat conspicuously bathes, and Haley refuses to cut into that fabric.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E12: Avoided Explosions, Stress Candles, and Mostly Muskoxen

Mon, 20 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season three, episode 12 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi eyes some zip ties, Mollie crafts under (literal) pressure, and Haley complains about making masks (again).

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E11: Cats, Crafts, and Classically COVID Creating

Mon, 06 Jul 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 11, Mollie needs a Portuguese fabric translator, Haley talks about cats, and Heidi continues to be creative in lockdown.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E10: Handmade Wedding Woes, Tiny Worlds, and Dirty DIYs

Mon, 22 Jun 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season three, episode 10 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley discovers a magical terrarium, Mollie finds a loving way to honor needlecrafts, and Heidi makes the (hair) cut.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E09: Topiary Talents, Letterboxing Lessons, and Our Introduction to Jesmonite

Mon, 08 Jun 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 9, Haley gets organized (again), Heidi braids and weaves with unexpected materials, and Mollie gets a bit self-conscious about her pronunciation of "embroidery."

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E08: New Starts, a Hoop Sleuth, and Emotional Support Bananas

Mon, 25 May 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In the eighth episode of season 3, Heidi has a Netflix + craft recommendation, Mollie hunts for history, and Haley goes bananas. (Literally.) Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E07: A Latch Hook Haircut, Perler Bead Bliss, and Serious Shade from Crafts of the Past

Mon, 11 May 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 7 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi plants a garden, Mollie creates some much-needed color matching content, and Haley accidentally stumbles upon a lace murder.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E06: Weaving in the Vault, DIY Bias Tape, and Lockdown Inspiration

Mon, 27 Apr 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 6 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie finds tapestries in The Met's YouTube vault, Heidi ponders Spring sewing, and Haley unveils her latest (pink!) book.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E05: Make Do and Mend, E-Waste Looms, and the Crafts of Animal Crossing

Mon, 13 Apr 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 5 of the Very Serious Crafts podcast, Haley makes plans for apocalypse weaving, Mollie escapes to her Animal Crossing craft room, and Heidi brings all the make do and mend vibes. Sadly, sheltering in place hasn't given any of them extra free time.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E04: Virtual Craft Night, Awkward Outfits, and the Return of Latchook

Mon, 30 Mar 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 4 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie sits in on a night of knitting, Heidi returns with news of her big secret project, and Haley discovers that Singer (of Singer sewing machine fame) was actually kind of a jerk.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E03: PLEASE DO NOT LICK THE CRAFT SUPPLIES

Mon, 16 Mar 2020 06:00:00 -0400

In season 3, episode 3 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, the Very Serious Crafters absolutely do not endorse licking things during a pandemic, no matter what they might have said in this episode. But, if you absolutely must, at least make sure you clean them first.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E02: Designing Digitally and Serious Sparkles

Mon, 02 Mar 2020 05:00:00 -0500

In season 3, episode 2 of The Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley sheds light on the dark side of craft materials, Mollie uses a naughty word (at least in the UK), and the gals get very excited about sewing for a grown-up American Girl!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

S3E01: Trying New Stitches and Mending Old Knits

Mon, 17 Feb 2020 05:00:00 -0500

Kicking off the third season of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley gets a dad-made darning egg, Mollie looks longingly at needlepoint projects, and the gals try their best to offer business pointers to a ‘90s cartoon craft shop!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/episodes/

The Best of: Seasons 1 and 2

Mon, 27 Jan 2020 05:00:00 -0500

Before starting season 3 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi, Mollie, and Haley take a look back at some of their favorite moments of the first two seasons. You'll hear about Haley's very own Craft Narnia, Mollie's aversion to pentagons, and exactly why Heidi's always talking about hamster sweaters!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E26: Crocheting Baby Yoda and a Very Serious Hamster Sweater Question

Mon, 30 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0500

In the final episode of season 2, the Very Serious Crafters talk about their simple goals for the New Year, which include lots more sewing, the internet's favorite baby, and maybe a few more hamster sweaters.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E25: Inspiring Vacations and Neighborly Knitting

Mon, 16 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0500

Season 2, episode 25 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi and Mollie are on their own, and things get a bit sentimental as they talk about Mr. Rogers's famous hand-knit sweaters and the projects that they worked on while traveling.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E24: Cat Hair Crafts, Toxic Yarn, and So Many Fangirl Stitches

Mon, 02 Dec 2019 05:00:00 -0500

In season 2, episode 24 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi starts a truly vintage knitting project, Haley takes a surprise dive into yarn science, and Mollie isn't even there to supervise!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E23: Killer Notions, Seeing Red, and Breaking the Laws of Craft

Mon, 18 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0500

In season 2, episode 23 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi spots creativity in the picket lines, Mollie shares squeamish tales of pins and needles, and Haley lays down the law.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E22: Hoopless Stitching, a Boondoggle, and the Joy of Simple Projects

Mon, 04 Nov 2019 05:00:00 -0500

In season 2, episode 22, Heidi boards the Train of Shame with her unfinished punch needle projects, Haley breaks some hoop-related cross-stitch rules, and Mollie gets a bit heated about how folks talk about crafts.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E21: Dreadful Doll Heads, Haunting Hairwork, and Strange Places We Craft

Mon, 21 Oct 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 21, Haley maintains that hair crafts aren't weird, Mollie's creepy doll finds some also creepy friends, and Heidi takes her knitting to court.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E20: Craft Pranks, Color Swaps, and Taking Measurements

Mon, 07 Oct 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 20, Heidi and Mollie get mischievous, Haley shows up ready to repair, and they all turn on the kettle and get excited about a new season of making!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E19: Making Linen, Giving Back, and a Great Pumpkin Sweater

Mon, 23 Sep 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 19, Mollie and Haley flax poetic about missing plants and making linen, Heidi turns into a pumpkin, and they all use their DIY powers for good!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E18: Embroidery Trends, Block Printing, and Putting Things Off

Mon, 09 Sep 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 18 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley looks into her crafty crystal ball, inspiration strikes at the worst moment, and Heidi gets a wedgie.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E17: Fall Wardrobes, Morbid Making, and Extraterrestrial Sewists

Mon, 26 Aug 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 17, Heidi sews for fall, Haley buys very tiny markers, and we learn that Mollie's dad really can build anything!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E16: Drinking, Weaving, and the Golden Rule of Making

Mon, 12 Aug 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 16, Mollie gets fired up about stitch names, Haley drinks and crafts, and nobody laughs at Heidi's dad joke.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E15: Sewing Swimsuits, Multiple Makes, and Getting Schooled by Haley's Mom

Mon, 29 Jul 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 15 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi befriends some zippers, Mollie experiences joy (and then frustration), and Haley takes her work elsewhere.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E14: Knitting Everywhere, Stash Shopping, and Teen Craft Faves

Mon, 15 Jul 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, the Very Serious Crafters reminisce about their own teen summer vacation crafts, shop without spending money (again), and give a disturbing crocheted baby doll some serious side-eye.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E13: Nightmare Yarn, Garment Making, and When Crafting Doesn't Help

Mon, 01 Jul 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 13 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie makes an octopus, Haley designs fan art, Heidi knits two sweaters, and they all use the D-word: Depression.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E12: Vintage Patterns, Fictional Stitches, and the Great Glue Controversy

Mon, 17 Jun 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 12 of the Very Serious Craft Podcast, Mollie makes things up, Heidi knits the 1940s, and Haley considers an age-old question: To glue or not to glue?

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E11: Summer Knitting, Health Hazards, and Regency Anti-Crafts

Mon, 03 Jun 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 11 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie gets really into pottery smashing videos, Heidi helps us take care of our hands (and wrists, and elbows), and Haley starts to unravel.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E10: Blocking Tips, a Stripper Cat, and the Great Fabric Debate

Mon, 20 May 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In season 2, episode 10 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley falls in love with a new dress book, Heidi lives the knitting dream, and Mollie tells a dad joke.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E09: Knitting Retreats, New Old Sewing Machines, and Crafting ASMR

Mon, 06 May 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In Season 2, Episode 9 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley's cat hates crochet, Heidi swans around in a caftan, and Mollie's mom, for reasons unclear, wins a tape recorder in a sewing contest!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E08: Spring Sewing, Specialty Needles, and Kiddie Craft Tools

Mon, 22 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In this anniversary episode, Haley complains on the internet and gets a podcast, Heidi finds the zipper deal of the century, Mollie faces down her craft room, and they all long for a Nintendo knitting machine that never really was!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E07: Playing Games and Fixing Irons

Mon, 08 Apr 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode, Mollie finds a pill that can fix her iron, Heidi pulls out some board games, and Haley gets very literal about crackers and Tylenol (and talks about her new Golden Girls cross-stitch book)!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E06: Giant Looms, Head Measurements, and Computerized Embroidery

Mon, 25 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley finds stitch-y joy in 1970s crewel kits, Heidi experiences the wonders of the Wasteshed, and Mollie meets some embroidery memes!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E05: Cables and Charts and Glue, Oh My!

Mon, 11 Mar 2019 06:00:00 -0400

In this episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi pulls back the curtain on pattern design, Mollie looks at the importance of "measure twice, cut once," and Haley throws out some Wizard of Oz spoilers (80 years too late).

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E04: Favorite Books and Weird Vintage Crafts (Live from Chicago!)

Mon, 25 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0500

Live from Chicago, the Very Serious Crafts gals share some vintage craft oddities and talk about the books that made them makers!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E03: Valentine's Day Creativity and Lovable Supplies

Mon, 11 Feb 2019 05:00:00 -0500

Love is in the air in this episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast! Mollie gets a crush on crafty video games, Haley shares crafting romance novel recommendations, and Heidi remembers a 5th grade Valentine's Day project. Plus, all three girls discuss the craft supplies they love.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E02: Ambitious Plans and Crafty Things Both Old & New

Mon, 28 Jan 2019 05:00:00 -0500

In the latest episode of Very Serious Crafts, Heidi heads to the studio (her OWN studio), Haley has her first punch needle experience, and Mollie gets to pull out her censoring bleep.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S2E01: Crafting Trouble and Mixed Metaphors

Mon, 14 Jan 2019 05:00:00 -0500

As season two of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast gets started, Mollie, Haley, and Heidi share tales of breakin' the law craft-style. They also knit socks, organize books, and look for cute crafty catchphrases. It's all very wholesome.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E19: Crafty New Year's Resolutions and Organizing...Everything

Mon, 31 Dec 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 19 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, the girls make crafty plans for the new year (as if they don't already craft enough!), and Haley and Heidi try to get Mollie off the straight and narrow.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E18: Overzealous Knitting Grandmas and Handcrafted Holiday Memories

Mon, 17 Dec 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 18 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Christmas draws near and the girls talk about crafty memories and winter break knitting. (Spoiler alert: Everybody cries, but it's totally fine!)

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E17: Project bags, Fancy Stockings, and Crafting Through Airport Security

Mon, 03 Dec 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 17 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie breaks some needles, Haley solves a mystery with the TSA, and Heidi doesn't find moths!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E16: Crafting for Fun and Creative Thank-Yous

Mon, 19 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 16 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, the girls gather around the crafty Thanksgiving table and talk about gratitude, saying goodbye, and the projects they have in their not-work tote bags!

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E15: Robot Irons, Craft Blogs, and Payin' the Bills

Mon, 05 Nov 2018 05:00:00 -0500

In episode 15 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie and Haley hang out in NYC, Heidi gets real about creative time management, and all three can confirm that no pets were harmed in the making of this podcast.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E14: Creepy Craft Supplies, Pumpkin Latch Hook, and DIY Costumes for Grown-Ups

Mon, 22 Oct 2018 06:00:00 -0400

For a special super-sized episode 14 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, the girls talk about multiplying craft supplies, the right way to latch hook a pumpkin, and adult Halloween costumes. (Not THAT kind of adult Halloween costumes!)

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E13: Childhood Costumes and Haunted Happenings

Mon, 08 Oct 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In spooky episode 13 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley, Heidi, and Mollie discuss the handmade costumes of their youths, the actual scariest place to be during the Halloween season, and the possibility of podcast-related paranormal activity.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E12: Petite Sewing, DIY Plants, and All Things Sushi

Mon, 24 Sep 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In the 12th episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley propagates succulents, Mollie decides she needs a knitting machine, and Heidi learns about petite sewing alterations.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E11: Prison Tattoos, Craft Trend Predictions, and Designing All the Things

Mon, 10 Sep 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In the 11th episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley talks about publishing her first book, Heidi shares her hand-poked tattoo, Mollie gets real about crafter's block, and they all celebrate releasing new projects into the world.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E10: Crafty Travels, Finishing Projects, and Painting with Science

Mon, 27 Aug 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In the 10th episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Mollie tours a UK yarn mill, Haley pores over acrylic pouring, and Heidi rants about dc2tog.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E09: Come for the Embroidery, Stay for the Skulls

Mon, 13 Aug 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In episode 9 of The Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Haley & Heidi talk accurately matching embroidery floss colors, microbiology meets crafts with deer head projects, & they geek out about knitting needle and crochet hook faves. Meanwhile, Mollie temporarily abandons them for Europe.

Warning: This episode includes a discussion of crafting with animal remains and the process of doing so. If you're sensitive to this subject, you may want to skip the segment from 14:32 to 25:12

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E08: Weaving, Stress Dreams, and a Terrifying Craft Tool

Mon, 30 Jul 2018 06:00:00 -0400

It's episode 8 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast and Heidi's knitting vacation does NOT go well, Haley fails spectacularly at bobbin lace, and Mollie gets, ahem, excited about craft supplies.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E07: Embarrassing Projects and Craft Blogger Problems

Mon, 16 Jul 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In episode 7, the Very Serious Crafters discuss the challenges of being a craft blogger, then Heidi invents...Mary Poppins' pockets. Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E06: Cinematic Rugmaking and the Brooklyn Bunting Emporium

Mon, 02 Jul 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In episode six of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi falls in love with Iranian rugs, Mollie's got that Christmas-y feeling, and Haley wanders into a craft trap. Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E05: Creative Dads and Crafty Inheritances

Mon, 18 Jun 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In the fifth episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast Haley, Mollie, and Heidi honor their creative dads, plus talk about what to do with the craft items of family members.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E04: Inspiration, Craft Shame, and a Toy Sewing Machine

Mon, 04 Jun 2018 07:00:00 -0400

Episode 4 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast brings a discussion of the 100 Days Project, Me Made May, and what happens when good ideas come along at the wrong times.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E03: Moths, Mending and Making on a Deadline

Mon, 21 May 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In episode 3 of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi discusses the pressure of knitting for a special occasion, Mollie shares a vintage visible mending find, and Haley uses a four-letter word: MOTH.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E02: Magical Embroidery, UFOs, and Hamster Sweaters

Mon, 07 May 2018 06:00:00 -0400

In the second episode of the Very Serious Crafts Podcast, Heidi joins the crew and tells about her mini knitting and latch hooking. Meanwhile, Haley drags out her unfinished objects and Mollie battles with interfacing.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes

S1E01: Craft Obsessions and a Lost Project

Mon, 16 Apr 2018 12:29:12 -0400

Haley and Mollie very seriously discuss bobbin lace, the dangers of crafting with catnip, the need to do some spring cleaning in the craft studio, and more.

Show notes: https://www.veryseriouscrafts.com/show-notes