15th July 2026 in insta pics

Absolutely buzzing to have won Garment of the Week in week one of Great British Sewing Bee!

Especially up against such gorgeous creations.

I made a swimsuit. What was I thinking?! Well, I was thinking that my perfect summer day would involve a swim. So why not?! People asked was I nervous about being in a swimsuit on national TV. I was, but it’s just a body and we all have them. I loved that they included the ‘nod’ to my dad. I shed a wee tear last night when I saw the photo on screen. The photo in the bus was us on our way to filming! 11 talented sewists, and me. 11 people I’m thrilled to now call my friends. The last photo is my multicoloured suitcase full of clothes that I brought for episode one…! 🤣

 

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12th July 2026 in insta pics

I thought it was time to introduce myself to you all – followers old and new!

My name is Emma. I’m originally from Northern Ireland but now live in Midlothian with my husband, my two kids and my dog. I’m a classical soprano, so my job sometimes looks and sounds like this (or this).

I learned to sew as a teenager (no photos of that!) but I abandoned it for a while. Three years ago, @sew_sleep_deprived encouraged me to start sewing again and I’ve been making all my clothes ever since. I love it because I can make unique garments that fit.

When I’m not singing or sewing, I’ll be found swimming at the reservoir, or climbing (badly) at my local indoor bouldering wall.

 

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