About Sunnybank Sewing Services

Welcome to Sunnybank Sewing Services, your go-to destination for expert clothing alterations in Chesterfield. With a passion for perfection and a dedication to customer satisfaction, we pride ourselves on transforming garments to fit you like a glove.

Our History

Establishment Year

Sunnybank Sewing Services was established in 2021. In an out of house cabin at the bottom of nichola's garden during the covid lock down period. This buisness became very popular in a short space of time as the local hospitals required lots of NHS scrubs wear.

Sunnybank Sewing Services got its name from a cottage that Nichola lived in, Sunnybank Cottage.

Since opening, Sunnybank Sewing Services has gone from strength to strength, since the manufaturing of sewing services and textiles have slowly decreased in the uk and many seamstresses have now retired. 

With many years of experience working in textiles, sewing manufacturing and designing, Sunnybank Sewing Services entered the world of bridal, suit and clothing alterations.

Founder

Founded by Nichola Hursthouse, a skilled tailor with a vision to provide top-notch alteration services to the community.

Milestones

Throughout the years, Sunnybank Sewing Services has achieved numerous milestones in delivering exceptional tailoring services to our valued customers.

In March 2022 business was booming and we began to out grow our little cabbin. Sunnybank Sewing Services opened it doors to a new adventure by expanding the buisness and moving to Pleasley vale creative suites in the old Pleasley vale mills and In May 2023 a new seamstress joined the team (Cathrine Boyd). When one became two. 

After two cold winters in the creavitve suites an oppertunity arose. A high street shop became available in January 2024 after signing the leace Sunnybank Sewing Services releocated once again in Febuary 2024 to 51 High Street, Clay Cross, Chesterfield, S45 9DX and with that along came Kim Hardy. When two became three.

Meet the Team

Hi I'm Nic, founder, owner and head seamstress here at Sunnybank Sewing Services . I am from Trent Vale, Stoke on Trent. I started sewing when I was 6 years old on my mothers sewing machine making cushions with my cousin Dawn. In 1988 I started work in a factory, making army uniforms, M&S trousers and other uniforms for British rail and Rail Track. In 1994 I moved to Chesterfield and worked for a company called Viyella a factory for sewing. So as you can see lots of sewing.

I have always had an eye for detail and creativity so whilst my children were growing up I started DanHan Quilts & Crafts sewn products, then went to work in a factory making medical mattress covers. In 2018 I joined a local clothing alterations company and went on to be their national manager. 

Then covid hit in 2021 Sunnybank Sewing Services was born and the rest is history.

This is Cat.

Cat joined us in May 2023. 

My Favourite subject at school was textiles so when I left school I decided to do a Art & Design Course at college, which I made a lot of textile items and then went on to another course in Fashion and Clothing. Which I absolutely loved and learned  a lot about fabrics and how to pattern cut as well as sew. I left college with a distinction in sewing. When I left college I went to work for a local clothing alteration company and i stayed there for 14 years until I became pregnant with my little boy. I was then offered a job at Sunnybank Sewing Services and took the leap into the team.

This is Kim

Kim joined us in July 2024 

I Have always enjoyed sewing as a hobby and after retiring 2 years ago I got myself a new sewing machine to teach my eldest granddaughter how to sew. 

I am very good with a needle and thread and have an eye for detail. So when Nic offered me a position to become part of the team I jumped at the opportunity.

Special Techniques

At Sunnybank Sewing Services, we take pride in our special tailoring techniques that set us apart from other alteration specialists. Our attention to detail and precision in every stitch ensure that your garments are transformed to perfection.

Experience the Difference at Sunnybank Sewing Services

Trust us with your clothing alterations and experience the impeccable craftsmanship that sets us apart.