THE SEW DOWN: AUGUST

Happy weekend everyone and welcome back to the sew down. This is a monthly roundup of some of the interesting stuff we have found, bought, read, and watched in the world of sewing.

 Stuff to read:

We are always hunting out good articles to read or a book that you can either read or listen to while you are sewing. We’ve got some fantastic things to get your teeth stuck into this month.

•  Check out the New Craft House in the Times talking sustainable fabrics

• The Tailoring book by Alison Smith
• How to make a dress by Jenny Packham
• Worn: A people's history of clothing by Sofi Thanhauser
• Big Dress Energy by Shakaila Forbes-Bell 

 Stuff to listen to:

Oh we love a podcast, and are always looking for new ones! These are some fantastic things we have listened to this month and think you’ll love too.

• Sideways: The art of unfinishing

• Dangerous Memories | Tortoise Investigates

• Miss Me? 

Stuff to Watch:

If you like watching TV while you sew then we’ve got some great suggestions for you.

• Emily in Paris - Netflix
• Mrs Harris Goes to Paris - Netflix 

• Diane von Furstenberg: Woman in Charge - Disney

• GEORGIA O'KEEFE ~ STYLE ICON: Tara Deighton - YouTube