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The Thrifty Stitcher

the thrifty stitcher

London

The Thrifty Stitcher is run by Claire-Louise Hardie,The first and original Sewing Producer & Mastermind for The Great British Sewing Bee( Series 1-4). She offers bespoke, small sized, friendly sewing classes for aspiring DIY dressmakers Across the UK at various sewing studios- see calendar for specifics. In her spare time Claire-louise is undertaking a Masters Degree at London College of Fashion! Hello! Learn to sew with me Claire-Louise Hardie, Former Sewing Producer for The Great British Sewing Bee. I'm an online Sewing Educator who loves making clothes fit and inspiring beginners to get started. For almost 3 decades I've been a professional Freelance Costumer for stage and screen. I'm a Writer for the best selling "Love Sewing" Magazine Owner and Teacher Originally trained as a Costume Designer at The Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama, Claire-Louise has worked in all aspects of Costume for Theatre, Film and TV with an impressive CV of employers that includes- ITV:The RSC:The Royal National Theatre:BBC: Regent’s Park open air Theatre and “The Audience” with Dame Helen Mirren. Her diverse professional experience made her the perfect candidate for the role of Sewing Producer for TV's ``Great British Sewing Bee`` A role she's done since 2012 when the show was first developed. In 2009 Claire-Louise began teaching sewing in Stoke Newington and through her teaching has regained a love of dressmaking for herself. When not teaching at The Thrifty Studio she's also a Love sewing Magazine columnist: A Sewing Bee Author, as well as a Costumier Her first book: ``The Great British Sewing Bee- Fashion with Fabric`` won best sewing book 2015 in the British Sewing Awards. The book accompanied the third series of the hit TV show

Waterway Workshop

waterway workshop

London

President: Bonnie McIver - Bonnie’s professional design career includes advertising and graphic design in the NY Metro area, and interior design in western Pennsylvania. She founded and operated an upscale interior design and home furnishings consignment store before retiring to NC. Vice-President: Nancy Miller - Nancy, a new resident of SC, recently retired from her professional fundraising career in Baltimore, MD. having worked for Easter Seals, The National Defense University Foundation, and most recently, the American Cancer Society. Treasurer: Janet Payeski - Janet is enjoying the vast opportunities the Grand Strand area offers artists. Formerly a part-time resident, she moved here full-time recently and hopes that her 30-year background in Finance, including Cash Management and Financial Analysis, brings helpful skills to the Treasurer position. Secretary: Lynn Buck - Lynn is a pastel artist and former resident of CT. She became interested in pastels 20 years ago and trained under a local artist. She works mostly in pastel, but also in watercolor and acrylics. She lives in Carolina Shores with her husband, dog and cat. She is excited to be a part of Waterway Art Association and to serve as Secretary for the coming year. 2023 WAA Committee Chairs Annual Show Exhibits – Nancy Miller Facebook – Jean Billie Grant Writing – Mary K Donahoe Membership – Janet Payeski Publicity – Jean Billie Workshops –Brenda Riggins Scholarships – Open Website – Jeff Fahey Waterway Art Association Sponsors Brunswick Arts Council Bellinger Artworks Waterway Art Association Physical Location Bellinger Artworks Studio 238B Koolabrew Drive NW Calabash, NC 28467