Serena Sews

Product Description Forget fast fashion and cheap trends - Serena Baker is here to help you craft the sustainable wardrobe of your dreams! In 2021, Serena Baker became the youngest ever - and first Scottish - winner of The Great British Sewing Bee. She thrilled the judges with her incredible attention to detail and wowed viewers with her distinctive 'refashioning projects', putting sustainability at the heart of her creations. Whether you're brand new to sewing or already know the ropes but fancy trying something a little different, Serena will take you on a journey to reinvent your wardrobe. In Serena Sews, you'll learn how to: - master must-have skills - from zip insertion to pressing perfection - to boost your sewing confidence and give your garments a professional finish - work with basic pattern blocks to adapt and rework as you build your repertoire - 'refashion' existing items like an oversized shirt into a summer dress, or an old pair of jeans into a cute crop top - save money and work sustainably by choosing pre-loved garments and fabrics for your projects Serena Sews breathes fresh life into the craft of sewing to make one-off, versatile, long-lasting items to cherish. The magic of this approach makes Serena Sews a book to come back to again and again. It's brimming full of sewing happiness - for you, your friends and family, and the planet. Review ‘Really, really talented sewers . . . have fairy dust they throw over the garment and it doesnt look like it has been touched by a human hand.’ -- Esme Young Book Description From the Great British Sewing Bee's youngest-ever winner, a debut celebrating the key trends of simple sewing and sustainability. An imaginative treasure trove of sewing know-how and projects so everyone can enjoy stylish, signature looks. About the Author Just 21 when she won in 2021 Serena is Sewing Bee’s youngest ever winner. From Glasgow, she now studies at medical school in Edinburgh. A self-taught sewist, Serena is passionate about sustainable style. SERENA SEWS is her first book.