How Sewing Changed My Life: Creativity, Wellbeing and Building a Handmade Wardrobe with Dr Claire Ashley

How Sewing Changed My Life: Creativity, Wellbeing and Building a Handmade Wardrobe with Dr Claire Ashley

June 18, 2026 · 15 min · Episode 60

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Dr Claire Ashley discusses how sewing transformed her life, enhancing her creativity and wellbeing.

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, Dr Claire Ashley shares how she discovered sewing during a challenging period in her life and how it grew from a practical skill into a powerful source of creativity, confidence, and wellbeing. From teaching herself to sew, to building a colourful handmade wardrobe, Claire reflects on the lessons, challenges, and joys of her sewing journey. We explore the mental health benefits of sewing, including how creative hobbies can boost self-efficacy, reduce st...

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