Designing Your Dreams: Why the Underdressed Podcast is a Must-Listen for Every Home Sewist

Underdressed – the podcast designed especially for us

For those of us in the home sewing community, bra-making is often seen as the ultimate test of skill. It’s a craft that requires precision, a deep understanding of anatomy, and a healthy dose of patience. But beyond the technicality, there is a profound sense of empowerment that comes from creating a garment that fits you perfectly.

If you’ve ever felt like you were navigating the complex world of underwires and power net alone, it’s time to tune in to the Underdressed Podcast. Hosted by Trudy Gardner, the visionary behind Wayfinder 3D, this podcast has quickly become the digital “sewing circle” for lingerie enthusiasts worldwide.

More Than Just a Podcast: A Masterclass in Intimate Apparel

While many sewing podcasts focus on general garment construction, Underdressed dives deep into the niche, technical, and often overlooked world of intimate apparel. Trudy Gardner doesn’t just scratch the surface; she invites the heavy hitters of the industry to share their secrets, making professional-grade knowledge accessible to the person sitting at their home sewing machine.

What makes the Underdressed podcast particularly special for home sewists is the caliber of guests Trudy features. By “scanning” the episodes, you’ll find a treasure trove of wisdom from notable names like:

Beverly Johnson Part 1 (Episode 48): the one who started the bra-making movement we have today. Known as your Fairy Bra Mother, Beverly’s career goes back many decades, although her focus has been on writing books and creating sewing patterns for the intimate apparel enthusiast.
Linda Crawford (Episode 43): A legendary figure in the bra-making world and a long-time associate of Beverly Johnson. Linda shares the history of the home bra-making community, offering a bridge between traditional craftsmanship and modern techniques.
Sarah McKelvey (Episode 30): Founder of Hugs for your Jugs and creator of the A Bra that Fits Calculator, who has been providing expert bra-making guidance across various intimate apparel communities
Kimberly Hamilton (Episode 44): Often referred to as a “bra superhero,” Kimberly brings her expertise as a professional fitter and specialty store owner to the mic, helping sewists understand the nuances of the full-bust range.
Jennifer Fairbanks (Episode 4): The creative force behind Porcelynne, Jennifer is a staple in the community, providing invaluable insights into supplies and construction.

Whether it’s discussing the merits of Clo3D vs. Browzwear with experts like Lisha Sanders and Sofia Luzon or exploring sustainable design with Chloe Grant, Underdressed ensures that the home sewist is always at the cutting edge of industry innovation.

Bridging the Gap: From Podcast to Wayfinder 3D

The podcast is a natural extension of Trudy Gardner’s broader mission at Wayfinder 3D. For those who find the traditional “tape measure” method of fitting frustrating, Wayfinder 3D is a game-changer. Trudy has leveraged her obsession with fit and technology to create a platform that uses Clo3D to generate 3D prototypes of garments, saving time, money and reducing the environmental impact of making samples manually.

By listening to the podcast, you get a “behind-the-scenes” look at the philosophy that fuels these achievements. You aren’t just listening to people talk about themselves; you are engaging with a community that truly wants to help fill the specific gaps that mass-market sizing ignores.

Why You Should Subscribe Today

For the home sewist, Underdressed offers more than just technical tips—it offers community. It reminds us that our sewing rooms are part of a global movement toward better-fitting, more sustainable, and more inclusive fashion.

If you are looking to elevate your next lingerie project, start by listening to the experts. Head over to your favorite podcast platform (Apple podcasts, Linktree or Spotify) and search for Underdressed, or visit Wayfinder3d.com to see how Trudy Gardner is helping to turn 3D data into the base layers you might recognize in the market.