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Jul 2020
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Episode 153: Queer and Trans Sewing

Caroline Somos & Helen Wilkinson : Sewing Enthusiasts and Entrepreneurs
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We hear from queer and trans community members about their experiences sewing clothing that affirms their gender and finding patterns that fit. We share listener stories of how sewing can have both a positive and negative impact on one's gender expression and also discuss ways we can be more inclusive of LGBTQ+ sewists in our sewing community!

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