Sewing Blog

7 Apr
2016
The History of the Sewing Bee with Kate Thompson

Bestselling author Kate Thompson learns how to make a simple tote bag, and chats to the original Singer ladies about what life was like working in the factories during the Blitz.

Secrets of the Sewing Bee by Kate Thompson is out now. Buy it here.

 

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22 Mar
2016
BREAKING NEWS! The Great British Sewing Bee 2016 When It Starts

We are so excited for the new series of the Sewing Bee that we’re very nearly fit to burst! Here’s everything you need to know about series four!


1. Lights, camera, action!

The much anticipated series will air in May, so that gives you a few weeks to cancel your Thursday night plans and stock…

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2 Mar
2016
May Martin’s Last-minute World Book Day Costume Making Tips!

Got a last-minute costume to sew for World Book Day? Here are May Martin’s list of crafty essentials you’ll need to get creating your own novel hero!

1 Boning
Traditionally used in fitted bodices and hooped skirts, boning is wonderful for shaping and stiffening edges but it is also great for giving structure to a pair…

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The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Eight

11 Jul 2024

While there was some sort of football on the other side, we were engrossed in this week’s Sewing Bee (OK, we…

The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Seven

4 Jul 2024

It may have been a day later than expected but Lingerie Week on The Great British Sewing Bee was worth…

The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Six

26 Jun 2024

This week we welcomed mini models into the sewing room as it was Children’s Week on The Great British Sewing Bee…

The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Eight

11 Jul 2024

While there was some sort of football on the other side, we were engrossed in this week’s Sewing Bee (OK, we…

The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Seven

4 Jul 2024

It may have been a day later than expected but Lingerie Week on The Great British Sewing Bee was worth…

The Great British Sewing Bee Series 10: Episode Six

26 Jun 2024

This week we welcomed mini models into the sewing room as it was Children’s Week on The Great British Sewing Bee…

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