Bringing Blossoming Bridgwater to life

SEED: What impact do projects like this have beyond the final piece?

CHLOE: The skirt will be a beautiful, tangible result, but what really matters is the journey. Projects like this inspire creativity, build confidence, and encourage people to try something new. They spark conversations, bring people together, and create lasting memories. There’s also a wider impact—learning new skills, understanding sustainability in fashion, and seeing how small individual contributions can add up to something big.

SEED: What can participants expect at the workshops?

CHLOE: A warm, welcoming, and relaxed space where they can get creative! We’ll be experimenting with different textile techniques, from hand-stitching and appliqué to fabric manipulation. People can bring their own ideas or work with patterns and materials we provide. No experience is needed—it’s all about playing with textures, colours, and shapes to contribute to the final piece. And most importantly, it’s free!

SEED: How has working with the Royal Opera House and Royal Ballet’s sustainability department influenced the project?

CHLOE: Working with them really reinforced how important it is to rethink materials and processes in fashion and costume design. They do incredible work finding sustainable solutions for stage productions, from repurposing old costumes to using eco-friendly dyes. That’s something I’ve brought into Blossoming Bridgwater—using second-hand fabrics, working with natural and upcycled materials, and encouraging people to think about the environmental impact of fashion.

SEED: How does the project encourage environmental responsibility?

CHLOE: We’re showing that sustainability and creativity go hand in hand. By using repurposed textiles and recycled materials, we’re giving fabric a new life instead of letting it go to waste. The workshops also encourage people to think differently about fashion—to see the value in reusing materials, repairing garments, and making thoughtful choices about what they wear. It’s a small step, but it’s about raising awareness and inspiring change.

SEED: What else can we expect from the project as is goes on?

CHLOE: Beyond the workshops, we’re planning a special public event to showcase Blossoming Bridgwater in all its glory. The final skirt will be revealed in a beautiful, immersive setting, accompanied by performances from the incredible pianist Nurry Lee. We’ll have more info on this part of the project later but we want it to be a moment to celebrate everyone’s contributions and the creative spirit of Bridgwater.

SEED: How can people get involved?

CHLOE: It’s super easy! Just drop into one of our free workshops at the Creative Pop-Up in Angel Place. No need to book—just turn up, get stuck in, and be part of the journey. If you’d like to be sure to grab a spot, check out the dates and book a slot here!

Please bear in mind for the special one off workshop at st Mary’s Church on Saturday the 8th March you will need to book!

Everyone is welcome, whether you’re an experienced maker or just curious to try something new. We’d love to see as many people as possible join in and help bring Blossoming Bridgwater to life!