Sew Tell Me

Are we buying things we don't actually need just because we love a bargain? 👀 Claire might have been caught red-handed with this one…

Claire and Callum are back for another episode of the Sew Tell Me Podcast, and this week they're diving into some big talking points in the sewing world! 🎙️

Why on earth are sewing machine repairs so expensive? Has the second-hand sewing machine market gone completely out of control, and is it time for some serious regulation? And, of course, Callum has something to get off his chest…

This week, he's letting rip about Temu, the rise of cheap, throwaway sewing products and why he thinks it's putting the future of the sewing industry at risk.

From bargain hunting and buying habits to the true cost of sewing and the future of our industry, there's plenty to get stuck into.

So, are we really getting a bargain, or are we just buying more stuff we don't need? Tune in and join the conversation! 🧵

Want to keep up with all the latest from Claire & Callum and the rest of the team at Barnyarns Sew Centre? 

You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok & Youtube, and this week you can find us at the Knit + Stitch Show, Northern Ireland! Come along and say hello! 

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🎟️ Are sewing shows worth the money or are they now just a VERY expensive day out?👀💰Are sewing machines being made to be too expensive to fix, forcing us to buy new rather than repair? 🔧Should you care as much about your job as your boss? Stay tuned for 🫖 with this one! Claire and Callum are back and the debates are getting juicy! Our episode concludes with Callum being in the hot seat yet again with our latest would you rather…. Would you rather never do a sewing show again or only get sales from going to shows going forward…. 👀🔥 Is this the end of sewing shows for us? 💬 Tell us in the comments: Are sewing shows worth the money now or is the cost just getting too much? Want to keep up with all the latest from Claire & Callum and the rest of the team at Barnyarns Sew Centre? You can find us on Instagram, Facebook, TikTok & Youtube! #SewTellMe #SewingCommunity #CustomerService #SmallBusiness #SewingMachines

This week on the Sew Tell Me podcast, Claire and Callum dive into some big questions that every sewing enthusiast, customer and business owner can relate to!

🧵 Is loyalty worth the extra cost? If one sewing machine retailer spends hours giving you advice, is it fair to take that knowledge elsewhere and buy from another retailer just because it’s a little cheaper?

⭐ Are one-star reviews always justified? If a company resolves a problem, should a one-star review still stand? And should customers give a business the chance to put things right before taking their complaints online?

💷 Great service or a great price? What matters more to customers: paying less or receiving outstanding service, expert advice and support they can trust? Claire and Callum go head-to-head to debate where the real value lies.

And finally, Claire puts Callum on the spot with a BIG business dilemma…

🚀 Would you rather go back and restart your business with everything you know now, or receive £250,000 today to invest in the business you’ve already built? Which would Callum choose, and why?

Expect honest opinions, lively debate and a few questions that might make you think twice the next time you buy a sewing machine!

💬 Join the conversation! What matters more to you: quality service or the cheapest price? And would you leave a one-star review if a company eventually resolved your issue? Let us know your thoughts!

🎧 Tune in to Episode 3 of Sew Tell Me — where we stitch together the conversations that matter!

This week, Claire and Callum are getting stuck into some big questions in the sewing world… and, as usual, they don’t necessarily see eye to eye! 👀

Are sewing influencers genuinely helping the industry thrive, or are they doing more harm than good? Is buying the most expensive sewing machine always the best choice, or are we all getting a little carried away with the price tags? 💸

And then things get really interesting… Should small businesses like ours be open six or even seven days a week? And should we always be available to answer your DMs, no matter the time or day?

Let’s just say Claire might be regretting that last debate, because it looks like working Saturdays could be in her future! 😂

Join us for opinions, a bit of debate, plenty of sewing chat and an honest look at the realities of running a sewing business.

🎧 Tune in to the latest episode of Sew Tell Me and let us know what YOU think!

💬 Do sewing influencers help or hinder? Is expensive always better? And should small businesses ever really switch off?

We want to hear your thoughts! 👇

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We’re kicking off Season 2 with some hot takes from the sewing industry! 🔥

Claire and Callum are back, and this time they’re not holding back as they debate the big questions that get people talking (and maybe a little bit riled up!) in the sewing world.

🧵 Should you employ your friend? Is it a recipe for disaster, or could it be the perfect partnership?

🪡 Is free advice really free? Should you be able to walk into any sewing machine retailer and expect help, even if you didn’t buy your machine from them?

💷 Is cheapest always best? When it comes to buying a sewing machine, is saving money upfront worth it, or should you invest more for better customer service, expert advice and after-sales support?

Claire and Callum go head-to-head, challenge industry norms and share their thoughts on the questions that every sewing enthusiast, business owner and machine buyer might have an opinion on.

Expect honest opinions, a bit of debate and plenty to get you thinking!

Do you agree with Claire and Callum, or are they completely wrong? 👀

🎧 Tune in to the first episode of Season 2 of the Sew Tell Me Podcast and let us know your hot takes!

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Episode 10 - Sew That’s A Wrap! 

Your favourite sewing industry duo is wrapping up season 10 of the Sew Tell Me Podcast with their most chaotic episode yet, and maybe a sneaky giveaway too 👀

In this episode, Callum and Claire touch on why they started the podcast, what season 2 will look like and what they are hoping it will do in growing our sewing community. Then they move onto the games… 

They wrap up two truths and a lie, never to be seen again… mainly because they’ve ran out of secrets… or have they.. 👀 Claire tests Callum’s sewing knowledge and needless to say he needs some extra lessons, and then the tables are turned when the whole office roasts Claire and Callum! 🔥 

Callum also comes up with an impromptu giveaway too… fancy winning a £500 Barnyarns voucher? Let us know in the comments how many times Claire has said ‘absolutely’ in Episodes 1 - 10 of the podcast. The first comment that guesses correctly wins! 

The boring bits.. 

• The winner is the first person to correctly comment how many times Claire has said ‘absolutely’ in episodes 1 - 10. 
• To enter you must comment on the Episode 10 post on Instagram or Facebook (linked below) 

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61590055986300

https://www.instagram.com/sewcentre?igsi=MXE2NnBrbmprOHVk&utm_source=qr

• Put a definitive number of times Claire has stated ‘absolutely’, across episodes 1 - 10 of the podcast 
• Competition ends on 17th September 2026 at 10am 
• The competition winner will be contacted by Sew Centre directly on Instagram or Facebook.

A massive thank you for following along with the podcast in season 1, keep your eyes peeled for season 2, coming soon…. 

🎙️In this episode:  

• Why we started the podcast 🎙️
• What we’ve got planned for season 2 🤩
• The final reveal of two truth and a lie 🤭
• How much does Callum really know about Sewing…? 🧵
• The heat is turned up… when the office roasts both Callum and Claire 🔥

Subscribe to the Sew Tell Me Podcast and never miss a new episode packed with a peek behind the curtain of the ever expanding sewing industry, expert insights, and a healthy dose of banter from your favourite duo.

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Episode 9 - Sew Many Choices…?

THE PENULTIMATE EPISODE OF SEASON ONE 1️⃣

This week we are talking all things brands, from how we choose them as a retailer, considering brand ethos and stock availability but then also considering what our customers think about when choosing a brand of sewing machine and giving our best tips and tricks to look out for when making a decision. Callum gives us yet another hilarious story which reveals his past in hospitality… 

We round off the episode with our usual two truths and a lie, so which of Callum’s were true..? Was he the next Vivian Westwood? The big dog in the world of Cheese? Or a face mask and weights distributer..? Yeah we were confused too. 

Claire then gives three new statements, so do we think she is likely to walk into doors, sew over pins or buy 100m of fabric in one transaction…? Callum has his opinions but what do you think? 

🎙️In this episode:  

• Brands & how to choose them… 🤔
• Callum spills a bit of tea ☕️ 
• Claire looses it hearing about Callum’s past in Hospitality… 🍽️ 
• Callum reveals what’s he used to deal in… 🧀🏋
• Claire tests how well Callum knows her 👀🤕

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Subscribe to the Sew Tell Me Podcast and never miss a new episode packed with a peek behind the curtain of the ever expanding sewing industry, expert insights, and a healthy dose of banter from your favourite duo.

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Episode 8 - Sew Much To Edit… 

Claire and Callum are back with a new episode of the Sew Tell Me Podcast and this week they are talking all things staff at Barnyarns Sew Centre, giving you a peek behind the curtain of the different dynamics in the team, as well as an exclusive tell all from the staff themselves…. What is it really like working for Callum at Sew Centre… 

🎙️In this episode:  

• Who’s Who in the business 👀
• Claire gets banned from saying that word… 🤐
• Callum gets star struck 🤩
• The Staff expose the truth… will Sew Centre survive…? 📽️
• Claire reveals that she’s been a lier from the start.. 
• Callum tells all on his previous ventures into cheese… 🧀

Fancy sending us your funny story..? You can send in your funny stories via direct message on any of our social media platforms, or you can email: [email protected]

Subscribe to the Sew Tell Me Podcast and never miss a new episode packed with a peek behind the curtain of the ever expanding sewing industry, expert insights, and a healthy dose of banter from your favourite duo.

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Episode 7 - Sew Much to Tell…? 

We are back with another episode and this week we are telling all from Festival of Quilts 2026, from our experience at the show, our favourite quilts and all the behind the scenes details from the Air BNB the staff were staying in and the antics we got up to! 

We have a hilarious funny story from one of our members of staff at Festival of Quilts, some special appearances from our own resident comedians as well as some hinting at the behind the scenes footage that is coming your way soon! 

🎙️In this episode: 

• Festival of Quilts 2026 
• Matt Wilding’s Winning Quilt 
• Will transports Ben to a South African Jungle 
• Callum worries about the up and coming Netflix Doc
• Callum finally confesses which TV shows he applied for… 
• Claire gives us three new statements for two truths and a lie 

Fancy sending us your funny story..? You can send in your funny stories via direct message on any of our social media platforms, or you can email: [email protected]

Subscribe to the Sew Tell Me Podcast and never miss a new episode packed with a peek behind the curtain of the ever expanding sewing industry, expert insights, and a healthy dose of banter from your favourite duo.

Episode 7 | Second-Hand Sewing Machines, Part Exchange Deals & Claire's Embarrassing Story!

Looking for advice on second-hand sewing machines? Wondering whether a used sewing machine or part exchange sewing machine is the right choice? In Episode 7 of the Sew Tell Me Podcast, Callum and Claire explore why pre-loved sewing machines are becoming increasingly popular and how part exchange schemes are helping more people access quality machines they may not have been able to afford new.

Along the way, Claire finally an embarrassing sewing-related story... a wardrobe malfunction that ends with her accidentally revealing far more than she intended!

We also reveal the answers to our latest Two Truths and a Lie, where Claire uncovers which stories were true and which one was complete fiction. The answer might surprise you.

To finish the episode, it's Callum's turn to keep everyone guessing with three brand-new statements. Did he really want to appear on The Apprentice, The Great British Sewing Bee, or Bear Grylls: The Island? Listen to Episode 7 to find out!

Fancy sending us your funny story..? You can send in your funny stories via direct message on any of our social media platforms, or you can email: [email protected]

🎙️ In this episode:

• Buying second-hand sewing machines
• The benefits of part exchanging sewing machines
• Accessing premium sewing machines for less
• Claire's finally giving us an embarrassing story
• Two Truths and a Lie – the big reveal
• Can you guess Callum's latest three statements?

Subscribe to the Sew Tell Me Podcast and never miss a new episode packed with a peek behind the curtain of the ever expanding sewing industry, expert insights, and a healthy dose of banter from your favourite duo.

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