About Us
Hi there! I'm Emma and I'm the Dressmaker and Tailor at Little Bird Sewing Studios. For bespoke work, I do everything from scratch including pattern drafting, cutting and construction and all fittings to make sure your garments are exactly what you'd imagined. I also do all the alterations, so please get in touch, I'd love to work with you!
Our History
I have been sewing professionally for over 10 years after finishing a Masters degree in Design at Lincoln University, specialising in Fashion and Costume.
Since then, I have worked predominantly in Theatre making costumes for performers in plays and musicals. Highlights of my Theatre career include working with Leeds Playhouse and Hull Truck Theatre on productions such as Oliver Twist (Leeds Playhouse and Ramps on the Moon, 2020), A Christmas Carol (Leeds Playhouse, 2018 and 2020) and The Hypocrite (Hull Truck Theatre and RSC, 2017). Other projects have included several Pantomimes for Imagine Theatre, a National Tour with a theatre adaptation of Heartbeat and making costumes for the West end production of Strictly Ballroom. I have also worked on set for TV productions including Ripper Street, Victoria, Outlander and The English Game.
When not working in Theatre and TV, I make bespoke garments for private clients. These can range from Wedding outfits for Bridesmaids, Groomsmen or Brides themselves, tailored jackets inspired by video games or a favourite pair of trousers recreated in another fabric. I love a challenge, so get in touch with your requirements and let's make your vision a reality!