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The History of the Sewing Bee with Kate Thompson

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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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