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The Sewing Social

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

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 does it take to grow a family fabric business that has stood the test of time?

In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Kayleigh from 1st For Fabrics to chat about her family's remarkable 26-year journey in the fabr... more

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In this episode of The Sewing Social, I'm joined by Sarah Laws, founder of My Handmade Wardrobe Patterns, pattern designer, sewing educator and passionate advocate for helping people create clothes they truly love to wear.

Sarah ta... more

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In this episode, Amy Scarr (also known as Almond Rock Sews on Instagram) shares her inspiring journey into garment sewing, from discovering a love of making her own clothes to becoming a passionate advocate for "Big Four" sewing pat... more

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In this episode, Luke-Matthew Iveson, winner of The Great British Sewing Bee, shares his inspiring journey from learning to sew with his grandmother as a child to becoming one of the UK's best-known sewing personalities and content ... more

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Recent Guests

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
Dr. Claire Ashley
Clinician and expert guest discussing anxiety
Episode: Understanding Anxiety with Dr Claire Ashley: Systems, Science and How Sewing Can Help
Claire Ashley
GP by background; author of The Burnout Doctor; expert on burnout and recovery
NHS; public health/medical education
Episode: Burnout Symptoms and Recovery: Dr Claire Ashley on Stress, Sewing and Wellbeing
Lauren Guthrie
Founder of Guthrie & Ghani, Pattern Trace and fabric designer
Guthrie & Ghani; Pattern Trace
Episode: Behind the Scenes of Guthrie and Ghani: Growth, Community and the Power of Sewing
Lisa Wagner
Pattern designer and pattern maker
Drafted (Drafted Sewing Patterns)
Episode: The Art of Pattern Drafting, Fit and Slow Sewing with Lisa Wagner of Draft.ed
Sally Gauntlet
Maker and educator known as Made by Sally
Made by Sally (YouTube/Instagram)
Episode: Made By Sally on Sewing, Self Confidence and Creating a Curated Me Made Wardrobe
Riddz POV
Self-taught fashion designer known for paint-splatter jeans and garment making
Independently operates under the Riddz POV brand
Episode: Riddz POV On Sewing, Confidence And Finding Your Voice In The Community
Kit Giroux
Former Season 11 Sewing Bee Semi-Finalist
Episode: More Than Sewing: Kit Giroux on Representation, Confidence and The Sewing Bee
Jenny Stitches
Owner of Jenny Stitches Fabrics, a fabric shop, workshop, and sewing social studio in the Lake District, Cumbria
Jenny Stitches
Episode: Inside the Fabric Shop: Jenny Stitches on Sewing and Becoming a Creative Entrepreneur

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Gemma Daly
Host of The Sewing Social Podcast

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
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    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.

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    erikka31
    United States3 months ago

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#27
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#3
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Apple Podcasts
#25
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Apple Podcasts
#98
United Kingdom/Leisure
Apple Podcasts
#3
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Apple Podcasts
#18
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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.
Life After Winning The Great British Sewing Bee: Sewing, Creativity and Community with Luke-Matthew Iveson
Q: How did sewing first become part of your life?
Sewing started with my grandmother, a seamstress, and early costume explorations with her; later I carried that into drag performance, which pushed me to refine my skills and apply them to real-world outfits.
Life After Winning The Great British Sewing Bee: Sewing, Creativity and Community with Luke-Matthew Iveson
Q: Luke, welcome to The Sewing Social Podcast. I'm so happy to have you on today.
Thanks for having me — it's a pleasure to be here and share my journey from sewing as a child to winning a national show, and now teaching, writing, and creating community around sewing.
Understanding Anxiety with Dr Claire Ashley: Systems, Science and How Sewing Can Help
Q: What role does perfectionism play in sewing-related anxiety and how can people manage it?
Perfectionism can both contribute to stress and drive high standards; strategies include aiming for 'good enough' rather than perfect outcomes, exposing oneself gradually to less-than-perfect results, and reframing the activity to emphasize enjoyment and process over flawless results.
Understanding Anxiety with Dr Claire Ashley: Systems, Science and How Sewing Can Help
Q: How can sewing genuinely regulate anxiety?
She describes several mechanisms: sewing anchors attention in the present through tactile engagement, induces flow states that quiet the mind and reduce stress hormones, provides identity and agency through making decisions, and benefits from community support, all of which cumulatively ease anxiety.

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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?

A practical, community-driven show for makers who sew and run sewing-focused businesses. Episodes center on personal journeys into sewing, building confidence on camera, and turning a hobby into a sustainable livelihood through teaching, workshops, pattern design, and small-business strategies. Guests range from designers and pattern makers to fabric shop owners and educators, with recurring themes around slow fashion, upcycling, eco-friendly fabrics, and nurturing a supportive sewing community. The format often blends personal storytelling with hands-on craft tips, business insights, and practical advice for growing audience, revenue streams, and creative skills.

A standout characteristic is the emphasis on community and accessibility: gu... more

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Recent guests on The Sewing Social include:

1. Luke-Matthew Iveson
2. Dr. Claire Ashley
3. Claire Ashley
4. Lauren Guthrie
5. Lisa Wagner
6. Sally Gauntlet
7. Riddz POV
8. Kit Giroux

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