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An interview with Liz Trenow, author of The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane

British, clothing, crafts, DIY, dress, Dressmaker Of The Year, Dressmaking, sewing, Sewing, stitching,

25 Sep
2019

An interview with Liz Trenow, author of The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane

Former BBC journalist-turned-author Liz Trenow is soaking up the success of her sixth book, The Dressmaker of Draper’s Lane, a novel which has been inspired by her own silk weaving heritage. In this, Liz takes us back in time, turning the spotlight on the 18th-century silk trade which is used to…

4 Sep
2019

Downton Abbey Film - Release Date, Cast and an Exclusive Interview

After four years of waiting and endless rumours later, we can confirm that it’s official – Downton Abbey is set to return in cinemas on 13th September 2019! So join us, as we give you an insight into the upcoming film, and go behind the scenes with the series costume designer…

patchwork, quilt, quilting, Sarah Payne, sewing,

26 Aug
2019

Hi Sarah! First things first, what kickstarted your love of quilting?

I have been sewing forever! I used to watch my mum make clothes when I was a child and I was obsessed with the scraps. Many a Cindy dress was sellotaped together in my house. I fell in love with…