In this inspiring episode, we welcome Christine Lindebak – designer, fashion industry veteran, and founder of both the ethical loungewear brand Lindy Lindy and the sewing education platform Sewing in the City. Christine shares how her sewing journey began at just six years old, nurtured by her creative mother and a home filled with inspiration. She reflects on a vibrant career spanning roles at Nordstrom, Escada, Mulberry, Alexis Bittar, and Emilio Pucci, offering candid insights into the stark contrasts between luxury and fast fashion, as well as the unique cultures of retail in Seattle, Los Angeles, and New York. Christine opens up about the burnout that led her to step away from corporate life and channel her expertise into entrepreneurship and launching Sewing in the City to provide online classes, YouTube tutorials, and PDF patterns, and later founding Lindy Lindy, a slow fashion brand creating loungewear from vintage linens through small-batch production in Spain. Throughout our conversation, she champions individuality, upcycling, sustainability, and the joy of making clothes that truly fit, sharing how her “Fit Clinics” empower people to feel confident in their own creations. 3 Key Takeaways: Sewing and upcycling are accessible, affordable, and deeply rewarding—anyone can start with simple tools and grow their skills. The slow fashion movement values quality, individuality, and sustainability over mass production and trends. The skills you’ll learn in your demanding corporate career will stay with you for life - and can help you to build a business around your passion Links & Resources: Lindy Lindy – Christine’s ethical loungewear brand: https://lindylindy.com/ Sewing in the City – Online classes, YouTube tutorials, and PDF patterns: https://sewingandthecity.com/ Follow Christine on Instagram and YouTube for creative inspiration and tutorials @sewingandthecity @lindylindy.shop Sponsors: Boho Betty: www.boho-betty.co.uk Discount code: BYB10 (offer ends 3rd October) Wholesale site: www.boho-betty-wholesale.myshopify.com For buying support email us at
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