OWNER

Hi I’m Kate, I set up Sew Creative in 2016, however a lot of my customers are often surprised to hear that I haven’t always loved sewing - in fact I even paid one of my friends to sew my Year 7 Textiles project for me, then ditched the subject as soon as I was allowed in the following year!

I eventually learnt to sew when I made the decision to study Fashion Design in Manchester. After my degree I worked in the fashion industry in both London and New York, before heading back up North to train to be a Textiles teacher and settle in Altrincham. Whilst teaching, I started to advertise sewing classes - it was originally just a way to earn a little extra money. I started on a table in Hobbycraft with a couple of old machines and some bits and pieces from my personal fabric stash. I sat there for several weeks, with no customers or interest, and was about to give up when Sue (now a member of staff!), my first ever customer, approached me asking if I’d teach her how to make her own patterns - and Sew Creative was born!

MANAGER

Alex joined the Sew Creative team having left teaching in February 2020, just two weeks before the first National Lockdown! When she was a teacher, she taught social science, so sewing was a bit of a change! Alex sews most of her own clothes and can usually be found wearing at least one me-made item in store during the week. Alex teaches our adult classes as well as our teenagers. She is also the shop’s manager, so if you need anything, she is always happy to help! You can find her on Instagram @sewalexfaye

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"My favourite thing about being able to sew is making things that fit me properly. I'm almost 6ft tall so finding ready to wear trousers and dresses the right length has always been a challenge.Now I just make them to fit my body rather than the other way around!"

TUTOR

Jayne joined Sew Creative in September 2020, in the midst of a Global Pandemic has has taken the rollercoaster ride like a true pro. Jayne’s career has been in lingerie design and she has worked with some of the biggest names in the biz! Jayne sews her won clothes, and loves making tailored trousers, she is always the picture of sophistication! Jayne works most weekdays and every other Saturday, teaching our kids and adult classes. She also teaches our Monday night adult lesson!

From student to teacher, Kerry is one of Sew Creative’s longest-serving customers. She has perfected her skills and now leads kids and teen classes throughout the week. She is knowledgeable on everything from baby clothes to ball gowns!

Paula has joined the team to help us run our growing number of classes. A Teaching Assistant by day, Paula runs adults, kids and teens classes throughout the week. She is nearly always wearing something me-made, so make sure to ask her about her outfit!

In addition to our part and full time members of staff, Sew Creative also has a team of amazing volunteers who help us out every week. Lisa, Sue , Catherine and Jacky can be found lending a helping hand in our kids and adults classes, alongside some of our teen sewers who give up their precious weekends to work with us!

If you book a party with us, you will almost certainly meet our lovely party facilitators. Iman, Holly and Lily have been sewing with us for years and as they have grown up, have proven themselves to be very capable seamstresses. All of the ladies are excellent with kids and adults alike!

CHIEF EXECUTIVE

George is the undisputed boss around here, and can often be found ‘helping’ around the studio! You’ll also find his full modelling portfolio on Instagram, where you are guaranteed a regular dose of cuteness. He keeps Eric and Dotty very busy and likes to make friends with everyone who walks into the shop! We’re all convinced he’ll be the next Patrick Grant!

Emmie is the newest addition to the team and despite being so little, she has certainly made an impact! She loves to nap in her pram whilst Mum teaches and is always up for a snuggle! She’s joined her older brother as a brand ambassador and you can keep up with her antics on Instagram!

HEAD OF SECURITY

Hi, I’m Eric. I can often be found guarding the front door at Sew Creative. While I might look big, tough and scary, I am actually quite a lovely chap. I love treats, cuddles, any food that you might be eating, and more cuddles. Please feel free to pick me up and cuddle me, instead of doing any sewing. I look forward to meeting you soon. Thank you.

THE DUCHESS

Hi, I’m Dotty. I am pretty shy, but if you’re quiet and gentle I will come for some cuddles. I can often be found sleeping in my basket, or following my Mum around - just to make sure that she’s still there!