Sponsors Details

ISEW Limited is delighted to have the following sponsors from within the sewing industry and together we are promoting sewing in the UK and encouraging more people to have a go.

ISEW sponsors are: Berisfords, Brother, Groves, Gq
termann, Janome UK Limited, John Kaldor UK Limited, Makower, Singer, Simplicity and New Look , Time Out Events and Toyota Sewing Machines.

Established since 1858, Berisfords are one of the UKs largest and most successful manufacturers of ribbons, bows and trimmings. With facilities in the U.K. and Switzerland they continue to develop and innovate exciting new collections for the decorative packaging, craft and textile markets.

The core products in the Essentials Collection include satin, grosgrain, taffeta and tartan complimented by seasonal woven and printed designs and all are manufactured at our Cheshire based factory.

All stocked ribbons and bows are available for dispatch within 48hrs and a 100% commitment to quality ensures that our reputation for quality design, innovation and service has meant an increasing demand for our products.

Berisfords Ltd
P.O. Box 2
Thomas Street
Congleton
Cheshire
CW12 1EF

Tel: 01260 274011
Fax: 01260 274014
Email: office@berisfords-ribbons.co.uk
Web: www.berisfords-ribbons.co.uk

One in every three sewing machines purchased in the UK is made by Brother. The company s dedication to creating innovative and easy-to-use sewing machines that stand the test of time, has earned it a loyal following amongst both sewing enthusiasts and dealers.

Brother s extensive range includes everything from simple sewing machines  perfect for beginners  to high-specification commercial embroidery equipment. The company also produces a variety of software and accessories to help users create bespoke embroidery designs.

Brother is dedicated to supporting eco-friendly sewing initiatives including Junky Styling, a design-label that creates cutting-edge fashion from recycled clothes. The company is also working closely with Morsbags.com to encourage more people to swap plastic shopping bags for reusable fabric ones.

Brother UK
Shepley Street
Audenshaw
Manchester
M34 5JD

Tel: 0845 606 0626
Web: www.brother.co.uk

Groves

The leading independent distributor of haberdashery, sewing and knitting accessories, and needlecraft to the retail trade. This is where your favourite shop can buy everything from Hemline Haberdashery and Pony knitting needles to Gütermann and Madeira sewing threads, Vilene interfacings, Velcro fastenings, Daylight lamps, The Craft Factory, HobbyGift workboxes, and much, much, more. With almost 2000 stockists in the UK, you are never far from the company’s products!

Groves
Drakes Drive
Crendon Industrial Park
Long Crendon
Aylesbury
Bucks.
HP18 9BA

Consumer stockist line:
Tel: 0118 973 5196
Trade enquiries: www.groves-banks.com
Email: isew@groves-banks.com

Gutermann

Gq
termann sewing thread is one of the oldest established and most trusted brands of premium sewing threads available in the UK. Originally founded in 1864 by Max Gq
termann, the company remains family owned and run and is operational today in over 80 countries.

Gq
termann offers a range of 13 different types of sewing thread which includes the world famous Sew-all brand with its comprehensive range of 320 superb colours. In addition to these, Gq
termann also offers a superb selection of machine embroidery threads designed to meet all your creative needs. To find out more about Gq
termann and download free project sheets please log on to www.Gutermann.com

Perivale-Gq
termann Limited
Bullsbrook Road
Hayes
Long Crendon
Middlesex
UB4 0JR

Tel: 020 8589 1640
Fax: 020 8589 1644
Email: Perivale@Guetermann.com Website: www.guetermann.com

Janome, the World’s largest manufacturer of sewing machines, are well known for the quality and reliability of their products. Their sewing machines and overlockers are available from independent retailers, John Lewis department stores and other major high street outlets. Janome have a well-established and fully equipped sewing school based at the Janome Centre in Stockport and also support a network of independent sewing experts offering specialist courses across the UK.

Janome UK Limited
Janome Centre
Southside
Bredbury
Stockport
Cheshire SK6 2SP

www.janome.co.uk
Email: info@janome.co.uk
Main Tel: 0161 666 6011 (from outside UK +44 161 666 6011)
Training and Service Tel: 0161 666 6006

Probably the biggest fashion and dress fabric distributors in the UK, John Kaldor fabrics range from printed polyesters to pure cottons; cool linens to sumptuous silks with plenty of classic plain cloths to co-ordinate. New fabric ranges are introduced in Spring/Summer and Autumn/Winter and are available from good fabric outlets nationwide.

John Kaldor
Centro 4
20-23 Mandela Street
Camden
London
NW1 0DU

www.johnkaldor.co.uk
Email: info@johnkaldor.co.uk
Tel: 020 7874 5070 (from outside UK +44 207 874 5070) Fax: 020 7388 6353

M. Makower & Co Limited

Established silk merchants in 1862, specializing in occasion wear fabrics.  We produce bridal, spring, autumn and party wear collections. Our hallmark is a large range of colours where everything is designed to mix and match in laces, organzas, chiffons, brocades, tulles, satins & crepes. We also produce summer and winter prints. Ask your local retailer to show you the Makower catalogue where you can order any quantity for immediate delivery. We supply most items from our warehouse within 48 hrs.

M. Makower & Co. Ltd
Fashion Fabrics
The Hay Barn
118 Greys Road
Henley on Thames
OXON
RG9 1QW
Tel +44 1491 412391
Fax +44 1491 413580
Mob +44 7768 791429

Email: fabrics@makower.co.uk
Website: www.makower.co.uk

Simplicity and New Look

Simplicity Limited is the leading paper pattern distributor in the UK. Their brands are Simplicity, New Look and Burda patterns. The Simplicity range is probably the most extensive range of patterns available anywhere and covers fashion and classic styles for all the family, stylish accessories, crafts, home décor and a huge selection of costumes from fun fancy dress to authentic period pieces.

NEW LOOK patterns are clean, uncluttered and classically stylish. All pattern sizes are also in one envelope – great for those with size variations top and bottom as it is easy to cut tissue from one size to another without altering styling. The emphasis is frequently on fabric choice – making the designs easy to sew with minimal pieces. All New Look patterns are dressmaking designs, whether that is special occasion, general dresses, separates, teen or children styles and all are at one price point. Many patterns are designated as Easy or as part of the Hour Collection so you can calculate the time it will take to make. Burda is perhaps the most fashion conscious and international in flavour. All the pattern brands are available from stockists nationally, including John Lewis Partnership.

Simplicity Limited
PO Box 367
Coronation Street
Stockport
SK5 7WZ

www.simplicitynewlook.com
Email: uk.eusales@simplicity.com
Customer services tel: 0161 480 8734 (from outside UK +44 161 480 8734)

Singer Sewing Machines

The name Singer has been synonymous with sewing for over 150 years. During this time the Singer Company has introduced to the world most of the innovations we now enjoy in our machines. The new range of Singer sewing machines can inspire today s sewers as much as in previous generations, with a continued dedication to innovation, ease of use, quality and value.

Bogod & Company Limited
Sole UK distributor Singer sewing machines
50-52 Great Sutton Street
London EC1V 0DJ

Tel: 020 7549 7841
Web: www.singerco.co.uk

Time Out Events

Founded by Wendy Gardiner and Julie Bonnar (also known as Editor and Assistant Editor of Sewing World magazine), Time Out Events offers residential sewing weekends in the South of England. Topics range from Computerised Machine Embroidery to Creative Free Motion stitching, Dressmaking, Overlocking and Fitting Techniques. The weekends are currently held in Dunford House, a beautiful 18th century manor house set in its own 60 acres of parkland. All rooms are en-suite and the weekends are fully inclusive.

Time Out Events
14 Avondale Road
Waterlooville
Hants
PO7 7ST

Email: info@timeoutevents.co.uk
Tel: 023 92 261338 (from outside UK +44 23 92 261338)

Toyota Sewing Machines

Part of the Aisin Europe SA group, Toyota have sewing machine models and overlockers to suit all price ranges.

Tel: 08705 133 106
WebSite: Toyota Sewing Machines