In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, Gemma Daly interviews Rachel Bearn, who shares her journey into slow living and crafting whilst facing chronic illness.
Rachel discusses the healing power of handmade crafts, her commitment to sustainability, and the physical and mental health benefits of engaging in creative activities.
She also offers insights into managing crafting with chronic illness, her self-taught journey into sewing and knitting, and the positive impact of social media in the crafting community.
Rachel reveals her upcoming projects, including her first book that intertwines her faith with her crafting ethos.
Key Takeaways:
- Rachel's journey into slow living began following the diagnosis of a chronic illness.
- Crafting has been a healing process for Rachel.
- Sustainability is a core principle in Rachel's crafting ethos.
- Mental health benefits are linked to engaging in crafts.
- Setting a timer can help manage energy levels while crafting.
- Rachel emphasises the importance of using what you already have.
- Social media can be a positive space for crafters.
- Rachel's first book will be released in September.
- Crafting should be accessible and enjoyable for everyone.
- The crafting community on social media is supportive and inspiring.
- Choosing fabrics with ethical supply chains is challenging but important.
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Guest details:
YouTube and Instagram: @byrachelbearn
Link to Rachel's new book preorder: A year to slow down
https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/0281091137?ref_=cm_sw_r_ffobk_cp_ud_dp_19WKG2W4E0TZQWG3557G&bestFormat=true
https://www.waterstones.com/book/a-year-to-slow-down/rachel-bearn/9780281091133
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Slow Living and Crafting
00:45 The Journey to Handmade and Homegrown Living
04:04 Sustainability in Crafting and Fashion
06:43 Mental Health Benefits of Crafting
09:08 Crafting with Chronic Illness
12:53 Self-Taught Crafting Journey
15:09 Releasing Patterns and Creative Inspiration
18:01 Kirsty's Handmade Christmas Experience
20:32 Fabric Preferences and Sustainability Challenges
25:10 Inspiration from the Sewing Community
28:36 Upcoming Projects and Book Release
29:49 Fun This or That Game
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