Sewing, Sandpaper & Second Chances: Repurpose Your Wedding Dress

his week on Wedding Mayhem, chaos meets creativity as Sharon welcomes Caroline Arthur, bespoke bridal designer, author, and the woman teaching brides everywhere how to re-love their wedding dresses. From royal weddings to Don’t Tell the Bride, Caroline’s seen it all — the fashion flops, the fabric fixes, and the emotional meltdowns. Together, they dive into stories of seven-inch heels gone wrong, lessons from celebrity fittings, and the surprising art of turning your old gown into lingerie, handbags, and even Christmas baubles.In this wonderfully hands-on episode, Sharon and Caroline pick up the paintbrushes (and a cocktail or two) to experiment with fabric painting — proving that you don’t need to be a designer to give your dress a second life. Between laughter, dye disasters, and DIY triumphs, they uncover just how personal, sustainable, and empowering reusing your wedding dress can be.Whether you’re planning your dream gown, wondering what to do with it after “I do,” or just love a good wedding story gone sideways, this episode is packed with inspiration, humour, and heart. It’s all about creativity, connection, and the beautiful mayhem that makes every wedding truly unforgettable.Contacts and links Caroline ArthurFinishing off the pink bodice: https://youtu.be/aSxJK8yPFZkDesign your own wedding dress: https://youtu.be/qwJmJTHC9tsDon't tell the bride: https://youtu.be/PUEHNDShKpgSandpaper your dress: https://youtu.be/L1o7oBuSbJsNightmare from Barbie: https://youtu.be/1d_1aJXaT_8Dye Na Flow Fabric paint & Airfix product: https://www.jacquardproducts.com/Bespoke lingerie maker: https://www.wishangerbespoke.com/Handbag maker: https://harlequin-uk.com/Jewellery maker: https://www.clarelloyd.co.uk/Christmas bauble making workshop: https://youtu.be/vHdWMUVcqb4Relovable - buy the book: https://www.carolinearthur.com/relovableWebsite: https://www.carolinearthur.com/Linkedin: https://uk.linkedin.com/in/caroline-arthur-a6860327Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinearthurbridal/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CarolineArthurBridal/Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@CarolineArthurBridal/featuredSupport the showWelcome to Wedding Mayhem the podcast that takes you behind the scenes of the wedding industry. Also available on YouTube as a full studio broadcast.Hosted by Sharon Underwood, bridal boutique owner with over 25 years in the industry, this is where real weddings are talked about honestly not just the polished version you see online.From emotional moments to things that don’t quite go to plan, Sharon shares the truth about weddings with humour, experience, and a no-nonsense approach.Each week, a different wedding supplier joins the show to share their top tips, expert advice, and what couples really need to know when booking for their wedding.Each episode features candid conversations with wedding professionals from photographers and stylists to celebrants and content creators giving you insider knowledge and the things couples are rarely told.Because let’s be honest… weddings aren’t always perfect  and that’s where the magic (and the mayhem) happens.Whether you’re planning your wedding, working in the industry, or just love a good behind-the-scenes story, Wedding Mayhem is here to help you feel informed, confident, and a little less overwhelmed.🎧 New episodes every Thursday at 4pm📍 Real stories, expert advice & behind-the-scenes truthsPodcast Contact us:  https://www.weddingmayhem.co.ukInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/weddingmayhempodcast...