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Sewing circle blossoms into unique business

Three of the Twich Women

Three of the Twich Women Source: SBS

What began as a simple sewing circle for women in Melbourne's South Sudanese community has transformed into a budding enterprise fusing culture, fashion and opportunity.The Twich Women, as they are known, modify traditional skills and clothing designs to appeal to Western buyers.


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What began as a simple sewing circle for women in Melbourne's South Sudanese community has transformed into a budding enterprise fusing culture, fashion and opportunity.The Twich Women, as they are known, modify traditional skills and clothing designs to appeal to Western buyers.



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