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The Sewing Social

Gemma Daly
Sewing
Sustainability
Sewing Community
Sustainable Fashion
Sustainable Fabrics
Mental Health
Slow Fashion
Community Support
Upcycling
Fashion Industry
Community
Pattern Drafting
Fast Fashion
Clothing Repair
Baby Loss
Handmade Clothing
Community Building
Quilting
Eco-Friendly Textiles
Vintage Clothing

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.

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What happens when fashion design dreams take an unexpected turn? In this episode, Rosie Briscoe, better known as The Linen Thief, shares her creative journey into upcycling, thrift flips and sustainable sewing.

Rosie explores how s... more

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In this episode of The Sewing Social, I’m joined by Chris Wincott (Haus of Wincott) to talk about his journey from experimenting with sewing as a child to developing his own ideas around fashion, textiles and design.

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What does it take to turn a love of sewing into a successful sewing pattern and fabric business?

In this episode of The Sewing Social, I’m joined by Clair and Charlotte from Emporia Patterns to talk about their journey through the ... more

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Neil O’Dwyer has had anything but a conventional career. In this episode of The Sewing Social, Neil shares his unconventional journey from banking to tailoring, teaching and storytelling, and the unexpected role that sewing has play... more

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Recent Guests

Rosie Briscoe
Upcycling and sewing creator known as The Linen Thief
The Linen Thief
Episode: Rosie Briscoe AKA The Linen Thief on Thrift Flips, Upcycling and Sustainable Sewing
Chris Wincott
Fashion designer, office manager, and podcaster
Haus Of Wincott
Episode: From Dress The Nation To Haus Of Wincott: Chris Wincott on Fashion, Sewing and Sustainability
Neil O'Dwyer
Former banker, tailor, teacher, and storyteller; creativ e professional exploring sewing-related careers and performance
Independent maker/storyteller
Episode: Banker, Tailor, Teacher, Guy - Neil O'Dwyer on Sewing, Tailoring and The Art of Changing Career
Caroline Bacle
Founder of Destasher, TV documentary filmmaker
Destasher
Episode: Sustainable Sewing and Fabric Destashing with Caroline Bacle of Destasher
Lydia Finney
fabric printer, dressmaker
Lovely Lydia / She Who Sews
Episode: From Civil Service to Sewing: Lydia Finney on Fabric Printing and the Art of Making
Helen Shine
Pattern cutter by trade; founder of Dot n Cross
Dot n Cross
Episode: Mastering Pattern Cutting: Helen Shine of Dot n Cross on Dressmaking, Fit and High End Fashion
Luke-Matthew Iveson
Winner of season 10 of The Great British Sewing Bee; drag performer and sewing educator
Episode: Life After Winning The Great British Sewing Bee: Sewing, Creativity and Community with Luke-Matthew Iveson
Claire Ashley
Medical doctor and sewing enthusiast featured as a guest
Independent / The Burnout Doctor book author
Episode: How Sewing Changed My Life: Creativity, Wellbeing and Building a Handmade Wardrobe with Dr Claire Ashley
Dr. Claire Ashley
General Practitioner
Episode: ADHD and Sewing: How Creative Hobbies Support Focus, Calm and Self-Regulation with Dr Claire Ashley

Host

Gemma Daly
Sewing maker and host

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 63 ratings
  • Simply the best podcast

    The Sewing Social is hands-down my favorite podcast. Gemma is a brilliant host; her voice and demeanor are warm and friendly, she asks the questions I would want to ask, and most importantly gives her guests plenty of space to answer and share. I’ve listened to every episode multiple times and can’t wait for the next season. The range of topics and guests is amazing (I loved the wellness episodes especially!). Each time I listen I feel like I’m enjoying a cozy cup of tea and lovely chat with f... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sewcial Misfit
    United States2 months ago
  • Insightful

    I so appreciate the breadth of voices and the conversations about crafting and well-being.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ElizaCHK76
    United States3 months ago
  • Unpretentious

    I just finished listening to your interview with Riddz POV and had to let you know this has been my favorite episode so far. Thank you for being a fresh and honest sewing voice.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    erikka31
    United States6 months ago

Listeners Say

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The conversations are praised for covering a broad range of sewing and craft topics.
Listeners appreciate the focus on wellbeing alongside sewing and making.
Listeners describe Gemma's hosting as warm and friendly, and value the space she gives guests to speak.
The tone is seen as fresh, honest and unpretentious.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#61
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#23
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#25
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#17
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#25
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#34
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Rosie Briscoe AKA The Linen Thief on Thrift Flips, Upcycling and Sustainable Sewing
Q: What do you think is the biggest giveaway that a garment in a charity shop is worth picking up?
She looks for good-quality, breathable fabric, enough material for a new project, and a garment she genuinely likes. She often avoids cheap, poorly made fast-fashion pieces because they can be difficult to unpick and reuse.
Rosie Briscoe AKA The Linen Thief on Thrift Flips, Upcycling and Sustainable Sewing
Q: Do you think buying something secondhand is automatically sustainable, or is there more to it than that?
Briscoe says second-hand buying and upcycling can reduce reliance on fast fashion, but they do not automatically eliminate overconsumption or trend-driven buying. Her own habits have changed toward buying only second-hand, and she aims to encourage creativity while continuing to learn about sustainability.
From Dress The Nation To Haus Of Wincott: Chris Wincott on Fashion, Sewing and Sustainability
Q: What motivated you to pursue your own brand after the show, and what was that transition like?
After the show, he felt empowered to start Haus Of Wincott, organized a photo shoot, and launched with the mindset that now is the time to act, balancing a full-time job with creative projects.
From Dress The Nation To Haus Of Wincott: Chris Wincott on Fashion, Sewing and Sustainability
Q: Where did your relationship with sewing and fashion actually begin?
Chris recounts starting around age five sewing for dolls, then choosing Home Ec over woodwork in school, which sparked a lifelong passion that led to formal study in textiles and fashion.
Life After Winning The Great British Sewing Bee: Sewing, Creativity and Community with Luke-Matthew Iveson
Q: What surprised you most about your experience on the show?
I learned that everyone has a different experience; I was nervous about pattern challenges but discovered I could stay calm, enjoy the transformations, and thrive when I could let creativity run free.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Sewing Social

What is The Sewing Social about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Warm, in-depth conversations with sewists, designers, makers and creative business owners explore the many ways sewing shapes work, wellbeing and everyday life. Gemma Daly gives guests room to share personal journeys alongside practical experience, from pattern cutting, fabric printing and dressmaking to building sewing businesses and teaching workshops.

A distinctive thread is the link between making clothes and broader questions of sustainability, identity and community. Discussions cover slow fashion, upcycling, second-hand fabrics and textile waste, as well as sewing's role in creativity and mental wellbeing. The mix of hands-on craft knowledge, career stories and candid reflections makes these conversations relevant to home sewists, s... more

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Which podcasts are similar to The Sewing Social?

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1. Check Your Thread: Sewing More Sustainably
2. Love to Sew Podcast
3. The Straight Stitch: A Podcast About Sewing and Other Fiber Arts
4. Threads Magazine Podcast: "Sewing With Threads"
5. Sewing Club

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Recent guests on The Sewing Social include:

1. Rosie Briscoe
2. Chris Wincott
3. Neil O'Dwyer
4. Caroline Bacle
5. Lydia Finney
6. Helen Shine
7. Luke-Matthew Iveson
8. Claire Ashley

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