The Sewing Social
Gemma Daly (@thedalythread) hosts The Sewing Social Podcast - join her as she chats with passionate makers who sew their own clothes, small business owners and enthusiastic members of the sewing community.
This podcast discusses topics such as eco friendly fabrics, embracing slow fashion, the enjoyment of sewing, and the importance of a supportive community.
Episodes
39 episodes
Sewing, Sustainable Fashion and Reinventing Your Career with Nicole Akong
In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Nicole Akong, a talented sewer, maker, and content creator, for an inspiring conversation about creativity, career change, and sustainable fashion. Nicole ...
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Episode 39
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1:21:24
Sustainable Sewing and Community: Inside Bawn Textiles with Bevan O'Daly
In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Bevan O'Daly, founder of Bawn Textiles, a sustainable fabric shop based in Glasgow, Scotland. Bevan shares her personal journey into sewing, the story behi...
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Episode 38
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1:13:24
Dressmaking, Deadstock and Small Business Challenges with Harriet from Sew Me Sunshine
In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Harriet Cleary, founder of Sew Me Sunshine, the much-loved fabric and haberdashery store based in West London. Harriet opens up about her inspiring journey...
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Episode 37
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36:49
Colourful Sewing, Jumpsuits and Living with Arthritis - Jen Legg's Story
In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Jen Legg, a much-loved, colourful sewist and well-known voice in the sewing community. Jen shares her sewing journey, her unmistakable love of sewing and w...
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Episode 36
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29:55
A Lifetime of Sewing: Susan Young on Creativity, Colour and Community
In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Susan Young, a highly respected figure in the sewing community, to explore her lifelong passion for sewing and fashion. Sue shares her journey fr...
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Episode 35
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54:40
Stitching Stories: Mark Francis on the Sewing Bee, Mental Health and Doctor Who Fashion
In this episode of The Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Mark Francis, a fan-favourite contestant from The Great British Sewing Bee, for an inspiring conversation about creativity, confidence and cloth. Mark trac...
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Episode 34
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47:52
The Value of Handmade and Shopping Second Hand with Multi Crafter Paige Joanna
In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with sewing and upcycling creator Paige Joanna Watts for an inspiring deep-dive into handmade fashion, creativity, and building a craft-based business. Paige sh...
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Episode 33
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36:34
Stitched with Soul: Inside So Sew Dressmaking with Sharlene Oldroyd
In this inspiring episode, host Gemma Daly sits down with Sharlene, founder of SO Sew Dressmaking, to dive into her creative journey — from a childhood surrounded by sewing to building a thriving dressmaking business and teaching community clas...
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Episode 32
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48:59
Stitching a New Path - The Story Behind Hey Sew Sister with Georgie Li
In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly sits down with Georgie Li, the creative force behind Hey Sew Sister, a thriving online fabric shop loved by sewists around the world. Georgie opens up about her inspiring...
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Episode 31
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29:56
We Sew Too - The Movement Behind the Maker with Clive Bruder
In this episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, accomplished sewist and industry advocate Clive Bruder opens up about his powerful journey in the world of sewing and fashion. He talks candidly about navigating a female-dominated industry as a mal...
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Episode 30
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45:16
Menopause Makes and Crafting Change with Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh
🎙️ In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with Jenni Smith and Kay Walsh — the creative duo from Ilkley, West Yorkshire — whose friendship blossomed into a thriving partnership in the world of sewing and q...
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Episode 29
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35:11
The Art Of Quilting And Creative Events with Kat Molesworth
Join us this week for an inspiring conversation with Kat Molesworth — master quilter, creative event curator, and passionate maker. Kat takes us through her journey from her early career in the creative industry to mastering the art...
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Episode 28
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27:32
Sustainable Sewing, Conscious Choices and Small Business Life with Rosie from Sew Eco Fabrics
In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with Rosie, the creative mind behind Sew Eco Fabrics — a beautiful small business championing sustainability in the sewing world. 🌿Rosie opens up about her journey from ...
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Episode 27
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30:54
Bias Binding and Body Positivity with Laura from The Specky Seamstress
In this insightful episode of the Sewing Social podcast, we chat with Laura, also known as The Specky Seamstress, about her journey into sewing, growing her skills, and turning her passion into a thriving business specialising in colourful bias...
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Episode 26
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39:08
Sewing for Confidence and Community with Melanie Keane
This week, host Gemma Daly chats with the inspiring and down-to-earth Melanie Keane, a passionate sewist whose journey started with patchwork and led to something truly powerful.Mel opens up about how sewing became more than just a hobby...
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Episode 25
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26:09
"I Sewed Myself Happy" with Debbie from This Mummy Sews
*Please note there is a trigger warning on this episode*In this powerful episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, we sit down with Debbie Marsden as she shares her moving journey through grief and healing, and how sewing became her lifeline...
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Episode 24
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44:51
Why Sewing Matters: Tony Rea Talks Mental Health, Community and Creativity
In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, we sit down with Tony Rea — a self-taught sewist who picked up a needle and thread at age 50 and stitched his way to the Sewing Bee final. Tony shares how sewing became not just a creative ou...
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Episode 23
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39:59
Exploring Natural Dyes and Textile Art with Jess Chan
In this episode of the Sewing Social podcast, Gemma Daly sits down with textile designer and natural dye expert Jess Chan for a vibrant conversation full of creativity and inspiration. Jess opens up about her artistic journey, from ...
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Episode 22
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36:39
From Sewing Bee to Sewing Boss with Jen Hogg from Jenerates
In this episode of The Sewing Social, host Gemma sits down with Jen — a self-taught sewist, small business owner, and familiar face from The Great British Sewing Bee. Jen shares her inspiring journey from learning to sew at home to ...
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Episode 21
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32:15
From Hobby to Hustle: How Hayley Built Sew Hayley Jane & Thready Set Go
In this engaging episode of the Sewing Social Podcast, we chat with Hayley, founder of two beloved sewing brands: the popular subscription box Sew Hayley Jane and her latest creative venture, Thready Set Go. Hayley shares how her li...
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Episode 20
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26:17
Sew Organised with Laura from Thread Pegs
In this inspiring episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, we sit down with maker and entrepreneur Laura Ter Kuile from Thread Pegs, whose journey from passionate sewist to successful small business owner is full of creativity, resilience, and com...
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Episode 19
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24:04
Sewing, Socials and You-Tube with Tamlyn from Sewn On The Tyne
In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with the ever-creative Tamlyn, better known online as Sewn On The Tyne.From picking up her first sewing pattern to becoming a beloved YouTuber and full-time co...
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Episode 18
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36:18
Handcrafting Leather Luxury with Karrie from Priestleys Leather Goods
In this episode of The Sewing Social Podcast, we're joined by Karrie, co-founder of Priestleys Leather Goods, who takes us on a rich and inspiring journey into the art of leather crafting. With roots in art and fashion, Karrie shares h...
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Episode 17
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34:14
Stitching Sustainably with Tanya from Bornella Fabrics
In this inspiring episode of the Sewing Social podcast, host Gemma Daly chats with Tanya Brooman, the creative force behind Bornella Fabrics. Tanya opens up about her journey into sewing, what sparked her love for sustainable textiles,...
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Episode 16
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55:11
Mending Matters with Clothing Repairs Artist Gay from Lived In Clothes
In this vibrant episode of the Sewing Social podcast, Gemma Daly sits down with the brilliant Gay, founder of Lived In, to explore the creative world of clothing repair and the powerful movement behind it.Gay takes us on a journ...
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Episode 15
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31:12