Episode Synopsis "Chinelo Bally – author, dressmaker and former Sewing Bee contestant"

In this episode, we're delighted to be joined by past Sewing Bee contestant, author and dressmaker Chinelo Bally. We chatted to Chinelo about how lockdown helped her to rediscover her creativity, her sewing inspirations and what it's really like to be on the Great British Sewing Bee. Plus she shares some brilliant tips for novice sewers! Chinelo is the author of two books about dressmaking: Freehand Fashion and Sew Chinelo, both published by Pavilion To celebrate the return of the Bee, our friends at Simply Sewing Magazine are giving away a free Maria maxi dress pattern when you sign up for their email newsletter. Follow the link to sign up: www.gathered.how/simply-sewing-newsletter/ Projects of the week Gouache butterfly art project by Alys Paterson Rock painting ideas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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