About Us

Inclusive Fashion Designed with Real-Life Experience

Seated Sewing creates adaptive and bespoke fashion for all, blending style, comfort and independence. We also offer consultation and education on accessibility and inclusive design.

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Our Story

Seated Sewing began as a response to the lack of practical, stylish clothing for wheelchair users. Kat combined a lifelong love of sewing with her own lived experience to create designs that prioritize comfort, independence, and personal style.

Key Principles of Our Design:

  • Comfort and dignity for every wearer
  • Practical, real-world tested designs
  • Style that allows individual expression
  • Solutions designed for seated and mobile bodies alike

What We Offer

Adaptive Fashion

  • Clothing designed for wheelchair users and seated bodies
  • Combines style, function, and independence

Bespoke Fashion for All

  • Custom garments tailored to any body, ability, or preference
  • Collaborate with us to bring your personal style to life

Consultation & Education

  • Talks and workshops in schools and colleges on adaptive fashion
  • Guidance on accessibility and inclusive design

Accessibility Advice

  • Practical expertise for venues and organizations
  • Supports improved usability, comfort, and inclusion
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Our Philosophy

At Seated Sewing, every garment, consultation, and educational session is guided by lived experience and professional expertise. Our mission is to make fashion accessible, beautiful, and empowering for all.

  • Advocacy for inclusive design in fashion
  • Supporting venues and organizations in practical accessibility improvements
  • Inspiring future designers to consider inclusivity from the start
  • Combining confidence, independence, and style in every piece

Our Membership & Certifications

Protecting design originality and copyright.

Committed to inclusive practices.

Our Full Team

Kat

Founder / Chief Creative Officer

Kat is the founder and designer behind Seated Sewing. After becoming a wheelchair user, she began designing practical, stylish solutions based on her own lived experience. Every product is thoughtfully created to support comfort, independence and confidence in everyday life.

Shadow

Chief of Pawtrol

Chief of Paw-trol oversees site security and general vigilance at Seated Sewing. Responsible for monitoring suspicious noises, unexpected deliveries and passing squirrels, she takes her role very seriously. When not on duty, she can be found napping to recharge for the next alert.

Nathan

Chief Technical Officer

Nathan is Kat's husband and works closely behind the scenes. He takes care of the technical setup and business support and is a constant support to Kat. You’ll often find him at fashion events, helping bring Seated Sewing to life.

Rose

Head of Barketing

Head of Barketing leads morale, brand awareness, and vocal announcements across the business. Specialising in greetings, reminders, and enthusiasm, she ensures no visitor goes unnoticed. Widely regarded as the heart of the team — and always ready for a treat-based meeting.

Gemma

Studio & Business Support

Gemma helps to keep things organised and moving smoothly behind the scenes. She works closely with the team to support day-to-day operations and the wider growth of the business. Her role helps ensure both the creative and practical sides of Seated Sewing are well supported.

Why Us?

Authentic Inclusive Design

Every garment is thoughtfully designed and tested by a founder with lived experience, ensuring adaptive solutions that genuinely work and feel dignified.

Beautiful Craftsmanship & Personal Service

Handmade quality with a luxury feel, backed by excellent reviews praising comfort, fit and attentive customer care.

Innvovation & Empowerment

Leading in adaptive fashion with creative, stylish pieces that support confidence, function and self-expression for diverse needs.