Meet the team

Harriet co-founded Wallace Sewell with Emma in 1992 after they completed their MA in Textile Design together at the Royal College of Art. Designing on a handloom from her studio in Dorset, Harriet creates designs as she weaves, exploring multiple colours and patterns. Visiting London at least once a week Harriet keeps in close conversation with the rest of the team.  

Emma co-founded Wallace Sewell with Harriet in 1992 after they completed their MA in Textile Design together at the Royal College of Art. While both are creative and work collaboratively on the designing, Emma has a keen interest in the technical aspect of weaving. Emma is also a visiting tutor at the Royal College of Art.

Kate started as an intern in 2007 after completing her textile degree and is now a vital part of the Wallace Sewell team, as Emma and Harriet’s right-hand lady.  Her focus is developing the business and managing the team. In 2017 after two years of studying part-time Kate completed a Masters of Business Administration (MBA) at the University of Westminster.

After completing her textile design degree, Ingrid joined the team in 2012 and works alongside Emma and Harriet on the designing. She experiments with new structures and patterns on a handloom in the London studio, whilst working closely with the mill in Lancashire to guide the transition of hand woven samples, on to state-of-the-art industrial looms.

Meg graduated with a degree in textile design and joined the Wallace Sewell team in 2013. She quickly became the lynchpin of our operations, working closely with Andrea to manage trade orders, coordinating production with Ingrid, and liaising with stockists around the world. Meg’s gift for collaboration, as well as her calm demeanour and meticulous attention to detail ensured that every product, no matter how big or small, reached the right customer.

Since returning from maternity leave, Meg has embraced a more strategic role, whilst continuing to manage the trade team remotely. Her focus is on business development, analysing sales, and feeding back valuable insights to the design team to help shape future collections. She works closely with Kate on business strategy, contributing to the ongoing growth of Wallace Sewell. Meg's skill for communication, and her depth of knowledge brings a strong sense of support and unity to the team.

Andrea’s journey with Wallace Sewell began back in 2004 while studying textiles at Chelsea College of Art, when she worked as a Saturday assistant in our shop. After exploring other career paths, Andrea rejoined the team full-time in 2015. Based at the mill in Lancashire, she plays a crucial role as the bridge between our London and northern teams.

With a degree in woven textiles, Andrea oversees the quality control of every scarf and throw before they are dispatched, ensuring that each order meets our high standards and is sent out on time. Her impeccable attention to detail and unwavering work ethic ensure that no task is ever overlooked, and she’s always ready to go above and beyond. Andrea has a fantastic team and manages the workroom with dedication and care.

She’s a creative force, and often delights us with new handmade animals for our collection, showcasing her incredible skill as a seamstress. We are also lucky enough to enjoy her delicious and beautifully decorated, festive gingerbread made with love every year. 

Angela has a background in Fine Art, design, and architectural modelmaking, which means the details are important! She uses her social media and digital marketing skills to tell the Wallace Sewell story, increase brand awareness and build our online community. She joined the team in 2019, and is responsible for our newsletters, creating digital content, and managing relationships between brand followers - making sure they always know how appreciated they are.

Cara studied Textile Design at Central Saint Martins and gained valuable industry experience through several internships within the textile industry, including with us, both in our London studio and the workroom at the mill. During her final year at university, she frequently returned to assist us, and as soon as she graduated, we were eager to have her join the team. She officially became part of Wallace Sewell in 2020, bringing her passion and creativity to our design team.

Working closely with Emma, Harriet, and Ingrid, Cara plays an integral role in creating collections, from initial inspiration to the final product. She also liaises with the mill to ensure that each fabric is woven to perfection and that production runs smoothly. In addition to her design work, Cara collaborates directly with clients on bespoke projects, bringing their unique visions to life. You’ll often find Cara working on the handloom in our London studio, developing new patterns and woven structures.

Abbie studied Textiles in Practice at the University of Huddersfield and completed internships with Wallace Sewell in London and at the Mill during her year in industry. She joined our team in 2021, bringing with her a wealth of knowledge and expertise.

Known for her exceptional organisational skills and approachable nature, Abbie works closely with our global trade customers to ensure their orders are fulfilled on time and to the highest standard. If you attend our trade shows in Paris or New York, Abbie will be there to greet you and walk you through our latest collections.

In addition to her role at Wallace Sewell, Abbie is studying part-time, focusing on subjects like Effective Operations Management Processes and Business Development. When she's not managing operations, you can often find her knitting or exploring one of her many other hobbies, including British Sign Language.

Kayleigh studied Illustration at university before gaining valuable experience in the hospitality industry. She joined Wallace Sewell in 2022 to support our growing network of trade customers across the UK and internationally.

Initially working closely with Meg and Abbie on trade operations and financial administration, Kayleigh has since taken the lead on customer relations across both our retail and wholesale departments. She also regularly supports Holly in the shop, bringing her trademark enthusiasm and warmth to every customer interaction.

If you've contacted our studio, chances are Kayleigh is the friendly, upbeat, and efficient person who replied. She always brings positivity to the team and brightens up the studio and shop every day.

Holly joined our team in 2022 with a passion for textile design, which she studied at Central Saint Martins. As our Studio & Retail Manager, she’s at the heart of our day-to-day operations, expertly overseeing both our shop and London studio with an exceptional eye for detail and organisational skills, ensuring everything runs seamlessly.

In addition to her core responsibilities, Holly manages our retail website and e-commerce. She works closely with Angela and Kate on exciting marketing campaigns. She also leads our internship program, providing a dynamic and enriching learning experience for those lucky enough to work alongside us.

Outside of the studio, she is a keen snowboarder, self-proclaimed foodie and avid bookworm. 

Amelia joined the team in 2024 after graduating from the University of Leeds, but we actually snapped her up before she’d even finished, impressed by her enthusiasm and dedication during her placement year. While studying textiles, she worked with Wallace Sewell in both our London design studio/shop and later at the mill during the summer.

Eager to learn and build on her knowledge, Amelia has quickly become an integral part of the team. As Andreas’ right-hand lady, she helps manage the workroom and oversees every stage of production, from weaving and fabric finishing to picking and packing. She also liaises with the London design team to coordinate production schedules. With her strong weaving background, Amelia regularly checks on the looms to make sure everything is running smoothly.

Always ready to get stuck in and help, Amelia brings energy, skill, and a fresh perspective to the workroom.

Billie joined Wallace Sewell in 2015 while studying Beauty in college, working as a Production Assistant during her summer holidays. She quickly became a key member of the team, handling tasks like quality checking, cutting, and labelling products. When we expanded and consolidated distribution at the mill, Billie was promoted to manage our Online Retail orders, while still being one of our most experienced Production Assistants. She also mentors our summer interns, helping them navigate the busy production season. Billie’s dedication and expertise make her an integral part of the team.

Janet, a local to the mill, first came by to inquire about work in 2017, and we’re so glad she did! Although there weren’t any vacancies in the mill, we needed help in our workroom. What began with tasks like quality checking, labelling, and packing quickly evolved into a role where Janet could showcase her incredible seamstress skills. Now, she spends most of her time stitching the edges of our blankets and sewing cushions to perfection.

Janet is a true team player, always ready to lend a hand wherever needed. Her expertise and dedication make her an invaluable part of our team.

A keen seamstress and fashion enthusiast, Charlotte first discovered the Wallace Sewell workroom through a family member already working at the mill. In 2022, straight out of school, she joined the team as a Production Assistant, quickly channeling her passion for making into her role. Today, Charlotte uses her seamstress skills to craft our cushions and hot water bottle covers with precision and care.

Her energy and skills make her a valued member of our team.

Margaret joined the team in 2019, working part-time to assist with hand-cutting scarves, sewing labels, quality checking, and packing orders for dispatch. With a background in Interior Design, she brings a sharp eye for detail and a strong commitment to quality. Her wealth of experience allows her to offer wisdom and guidance to the younger members of the team.

Margaret’s bubbly personality and positive energy make her a true joy to work with.