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This week, Sally, now known as Made by Sally on Instagram (and previously Secret Life of a Seamstress), shares her inspiring journey from early childhood creativity to confidently showing up on camera. 

She opens up about overcoming insecurities, building self-belief through sewing, and learning to truly understand fabrics. 

We also dive into how she curates a wardrobe that fits her real lifestyle — blending creativity with practicality. 

Honest, relatable, and full of insight, this episode is all about growing in confidence while staying creatively inspired.

Key takeaways:

• Sally was very creative from a young age 
• When she had her children, she started to sell handmade homeware on Etsy
• During lockdown, she began creating YouTube videos about sewing and started her Instagram account under the same name - Secret Life of A Seamstress 
• Sally has recently rebranded to become "Made By Sally" - a name which is much more personal and feels "more like her"
• She is now focusing on her YouTube channel and running in person sewing classes

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Guest Details: 

Instagram: @madebysallygauntlett

Website: www.madebysally.com

Facebook: Made By Sally

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Chapters

00:00 Sally's Sewing Journey Begins

03:40 Inspiration from Family and Early Experiences

10:11 Transitioning to YouTube and the Name Change

13:21 Building Confidence Through Sewing

19:36 The Mental Health Benefits of Crafting

22:32 Community and Connection Through Sewing

24:19 The Rise of Sewing Culture

25:12 Evolution of a Sewing Business

28:05 Stepping Out of Comfort Zones

28:27 Curating a Handmade Wardrobe

33:11 Navigating Trends and Personal Style

37:48 Understanding Handmade Garments

40:07 Intentional Sewing and Colour Choices

46:27 Personal Growth and Future Plans

51:16 Outro - tip on Ko-fi