Welcome to William and Tilda, where stories from 1940s wartime Britain come to life. I’m Becky, vintage seamstress and founder of everything we do here at W&T.

Fashion is more than just garments; it’s the stories woven into their very fabric. At William and Tilda I breath life into these stories through the timeless art of sewing.

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See my Events/Classes page HERE to find out about sewing, making do and mending with me

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The turbulent times of World War Two brought significant changes to the world of fashion. Political, financial, and economic shifts influenced the clothing industry, shaping the choices people made in what they wore. Government initiatives aimed at regulating garment production and availability held more influence than high-end trends. These initiatives along with the industry’s response to them, transformed women’s fashion forever. 

 My passion lies in unravelling the tales behind the garments of that era and understanding how initiatives like ‘make do and mend’ became the embodiment of wartime spirit. With nearly twenty years experience as a professional costumier, I aim to inspire and teach others to mend and sew their own clothes while delving into the lives of women in war-torn Britain during the 1940s.

The wartime wardrobe is a treasure trove of inspiration and captivating tales. If only those clothes could speak, imagine the stories they would share.

I am incredibly proud to have been recognised as one of the top 100 inspirational female entrepreneurs by F:Entrepreneur as part of the #ialso 2021 campaign. You can read more about the campaign here