Isabella Strambio
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has authored this new macrame book - Mindful macrame - that is also a journalling experience. The projects are created to encourage readers utilise the practice of only using 2 knotting techniques to not just create something for themselves (and others) but to also create a mindful and meditative experience. While Isabella has authored 3 how-to macrame books, in this book she has created what she calls 'yoga for the mind'. The projects range from 30 minute projects, 60 minute projects and projects that take longer. The satisfaction of each project and your learning can be...
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Global Kids Sewing Party
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Trixi has been running the Global Kids Sewing Party every year since 2019 for kids to sew a soft toy with the guidance of their parents/grandparents/teachers/carers. The toy is then a gift to someone either to others they know or to a community organisation. In 2024 over 6,500 kids in 22 countries joined the Gobal Kids Sewing Party. Kids and their carers/parents/teachers all learn to sew while each kid can be creative in their toy creation and determine who gets their hand made gift. Pop over to . This sewing party is held throughout March. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast...
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Mimiquins update
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More dressform options are now available from Mimiquins. Jaire and Mia have created - now get this - legs and arms options for their dressforms. On their website, you'll see the people who have now received their Mimiquins and why they chose their dressform for their sewing needs. Luke, the winner of the Great British Sewing Bee 2024 had his dressform created for his drag queen persona. In 2024 we heard Yvonne of The Wheelie Stitcher talk about her dressform for her seated makes. Many thanks to Tanya https://www.instagram.com/i_still_have_nothing_to_wear/ for her permission to use the photos...
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SewBusty Community
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Hopefully you watched Lindsie's LIVE chat in January. In this podcast Lindsie discusses how the first 2 patterns she's produced for the SewBusty community were purchased from Firebrand and design modified by Lindsie. Her dress block is being tested and the behind the scenes work is undertaken by experienced people. Lindsie knows what she can achieve and how quality is built in by people who have industry experience. Thanks Lindsie for taking on board reaching out for representation from the SewOver50 community. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our . Every podcast...
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Tracey @an_upcycled_life
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Tracey of @an_upcycled_life in New Zealand has just completed a dress using tablecloths and lace she collected from her mother, grandmother and at op shops. Her Instagram account was originally called @an_upcycled_wedding but as time has gone on, it's now her life that includes reusing existing clothes as her fashion fabrics. Did you also learn to sew through a monthly sewing series in your country too? Make it Easy was a publication Tracey used to sew as a teenager, with her mother's help. After taking part in Me Made May, Tracey is rethinking style and the type of clothes she will sew...
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Edinburgh Street Stitchers
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Mary Morton talks about how her son's discussion about climate change gave her the fuel to eventually create Edinburgh Street Stitchers. In 2019 when Mary's son discussed the climate change adjustments he was making to his life, Mary decided to learn about climate change. Then she took it upon herself to start using her sewing skills to mend clothes for others. Not long after that Mary started Edinburgh Street Stitchers. This is a group that mends and repairs out in the public! From April to October, Edinburgh Street Stitchers get together for 90 minutes each month so the...
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SewOver50 news update
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Well, this is very exciting! (It’s only a teeny video/audio but it’s good news! ⭐️). SewOver50 has been nominated for a Golden Scissors Award in the Social Impact category organised by the @CraftIndustryAlliance in Chicago in May. In this podcast, Sandy discusses the work SewOver50 has done since 2018 to support this award nomination. We certainly do like to be visible, included and represented so it’s absolutely terrific to be noticed. #SewOverAgeism! Of course, this is an award for all of our community who have supported us, many of you over the 6 plus years. Your...
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Tookiethings
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Ryn is on Instagram. Tookie things are small special things. Ryn learnt to sew from her mother but you'll need to listen or watch how her mother went that extra mile at night to help Ryn and her sister learn to sew. Her makes are so eye catching and she's a great SewOver50 follower to get inspired by. You'll enjoy how Ryn meticulously plans her makes. And yes she does sew for your children. Make sure you follow Ryn on Instagram. Thanks Ryn for letting us know how helpful Sandy's LIVE about using Instagram was so helpful to you. Make sure you head over to SewOver50 highlights to learn more...
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Harping Mad
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Susie is known on Instagram as . That’s harping underscore mad. You’ll hear her talk about her family helped Susie develop her Instagram name. On Instagram you’ll see Susie with her harp and at times, play her harp. You’ll see her knitting and sewing. You’ll even see Susie conquering the walks around the UK. Oh and Susie now manage her pain without the medication she was on. Here's the to the house Susie is selling. Watch/ listen to Susie as she tells her story for SewOver50 on Sew Organised Style podcast. If you are able, consider supporting this podcast through our . Every podcast...
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Save the date
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In this short announcement, Carol let's us know when Chicago Frocktails is on in 2025. The full details so far are in the longer LIVE podcast with Carol Crocker-Ware. chatted with me LIVE on Instagram. Carol https://www.instagram.com/anncie2001/ officially announced the date for 2025. Make sure you follow Chicago Frocktails on and on their . Get on their email list today. https://chicagofrocktails.com/ Subscribe to Carol's YouTube channel Also in 2025, you can stay in touch with Carol on her and in her Facebook group – Carol’s Sewing Corner. Thanks again Carol for being...
info_outlineTracey of @an_upcycled_life in New Zealand has just completed a dress using tablecloths and lace she collected from her mother, grandmother and at op shops.
Her Instagram account was originally called @an_upcycled_wedding but as time has gone on, it's now her life that includes reusing existing clothes as her fashion fabrics.
Did you also learn to sew through a monthly sewing series in your country too? Make it Easy was a publication Tracey used to sew as a teenager, with her mother's help.
After taking part in Me Made May, Tracey is rethinking style and the type of clothes she will sew in the future. Have you had the same experience as Tracey?
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