エピソード

  • The Bright Side and Blue Side of Bridal Tailoring
    2026/04/06

    The Bright Side and the Blue Side of Bridal Tailoring 💙✨

    In this episode, we’re sharing what it *really* means to work in bridal tailoring—where technical skill meets deeply emotional moments.

    We talk about the *bright side*: transforming gowns into something truly personal, educating brides on alterations, and being a trusted support system throughout their journey. Helping bring each bride’s vision to life is what makes this work so rewarding.

    But there’s also the *blue side*. Bridal is an emotionally charged industry, and holding space for high expectations and vulnerable moments can take a toll.

    Still, we show up—because we love the craft, the process, and the incredible relationships we build along the way.

    🎧 Tune in and go behind the seams with us. 💜🩷

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons (Founder of LoveSewTrue Bridal Tailoring)

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    29 分
  • It's So Hard to Find a Good Bridal Seamstress
    2026/03/28

    Why is it so hard to find a good bridal seamstress?

    In this episode, we’re having an honest conversation about what’s really happening in the bridal alterations industry—and why so many brides struggle to find the right fit (literally and professionally).

    As a growing bridal alterations business, we’re in the middle of bridal season right now—fully booked, constantly evolving, and always hiring. But here’s the reality: even with high demand, it’s incredibly difficult to find seamstresses who want to work as part of a team.

    We talk about:

    The “set in their ways” mindset in the older generation
    Why collaboration can be a challenge in this industry
    The gap between traditional techniques and modern expectations
    What it’s like trying to grow a team in an industry built around solo work

    This isn’t just a bride problem—it’s an industry-wide shift happening in real time.

    💬 If you’ve ever struggled to find a seamstress (or are one), we want to hear your experience.

    📍 And if you’re someone who wants to grow, learn, and be part of a team—we’re building something different in the bridal alterations space—and that's why we are always looking for talented seamstresses who want to grow, collaborate, and be part of a team. 💜💗

    -Are you a bride struggling to find a seamstress? You’re not alone.

    -Are you a seamstress wanting to work in a modern bridal alterations studio? Let’s talk. Visit our website.

    -Are you a wedding professional who believes this industry needs to evolve—we agree.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    36 分
  • Bridal Tailoring: Why We're a Team-Based Business and Not a Solo Seamstress
    2026/03/23

    What does it really take to run a bridal alterations business?

    In this episode of Seamstress and the Bride, we talk about the reality behind why we're a team-based business and what the bridal tailoring industry—something most brides (and even many seamstresses) never see.

    For decades, the industry has operated on the idea of the solo seamstress. But at our shop, we’ve learned that model simply isn’t sustainable in today’s bridal world.

    We discuss:
    • The difference between entrepreneurs and intrapreneurs in a tailoring business
    • Why bridal alterations cannot realistically be a one-person operation anymore
    • How running a team-based shop allows us to serve hundreds of brides each season
    • Why we built an in-house sewing academy to train apprentices from fashion schools
    • The bigger problem facing the industry: the next generation of skilled seamstresses

    The bridal tailoring trade is quietly becoming a dying craft, and very few people are talking about it.

    Our mission with Seamstress and the Bride is to pull back the curtain on this industry—educating both brides and future seamstresses about the work, skill, and teamwork that goes into every gown.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons (Founder of LoveSewTrue Bridal Tailoring)

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    40 分
  • Our Bridal Journeys: How We Got Here and What We Discovered
    2026/03/22

    Welcome to the very first episode of Seamstress and the Bride! 💜🩷

    In this episode, we’re sharing our personal journeys into the bridal industry — how we became bridal seamstresses, what we’ve experienced behind the scenes, and why we felt called to start this podcast.

    After years of working with brides, we’ve seen firsthand the emotional stress, confusion, and misconceptions surrounding wedding dress alterations. There’s a serious lack of clear information in the bridal tailoring industry and brides often walk into fittings overwhelmed and unprepared.

    That’s why we created this podcast.

    Our goal is to bridge the gap between seamstresses and brides — to bring transparency, education, and peace of mind to one of the most important parts of the wedding day: the dress.

    In this episode, we talk about:
    • Our sewing backgrounds
    • How we got started in bridal
    • What surprised us most about the industry
    • Common misconceptions about alterations
    • Why brides deserve more clarity and honest guidance

    If you’re newly engaged, about to say “yes” to the dress, or already in the alterations process — this podcast is for you.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons (Founder of LoveSewTrue Bridal Tailoring)

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    22 分
  • Navigating Your Wedding Dress Alterations Journey | Podcast Trailer 3
    2026/03/03

    Welcome to Seamstress and the Bride!

    We help brides navigate the wedding dress alterations journey.

    Subscribe to get new episodes in your feed.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 分
  • Bridal Alterations Finally Explained | Podcast Trailer 2
    2026/03/03

    Welcome to Seamstress and the Bride!

    We help brides navigate the dress alterations journey.

    Subscribe to get new episodes in your feed.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons (Founder of LoveSewTrue Bridal Tailoring)

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 分
  • Welcome to Seamstress and the Bride | Podcast Trailer 1
    2026/03/02

    Welcome to Seamstress and the Bride!

    We help brides navigate the dress alterations journey.

    Subscribe to get new episodes in your feed.

    © 2026 Bridal Nerds Network LLC. All rights reserved.
    Produced by Bridal Nerds Network LLC
    Hosted by Genesis Emmons

    Website: https://seamstressandthebride.com/
    Email: genesis@seamstressandthebride.com

    Follow us:
    Instagram: @seamstress.and.the.bride
    TikTok: @seamstressandthebride

    続きを読む 一部表示
    1 分