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The Sewing Bee is back on our screens! It’s such a joy to meet this year’s talented bunch of hopeful sewists, along with the wonderful judges, who are returning once again for some wholesome, crafty content.
Patrick Grant has been a key figure on the show since its very first series back in 2013. With two decades of experience under his belt, he made his mark in 2005 after buying Norton & Sons, a struggling Savile Row bespoke tailor.
You might have picked up a bit about Patrick over the 12 years the show has been on air, but how well do you really know him? Whether you’re a long-time fan or you’re just discovering him through our article, keep reading to learn more about this industry legend.
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10 facts about Patrick Grant
- He was born on the 1st of May 1972 in Edinburgh.
- He is 1.9m tall (6″2).
- He studied at the University of Leeds and New College, Oxford.
- Before getting into fashion and clothing industry, he tried a range of jobs – from ski instructor and nanny to camp counsellor, landscape gardener, and model agent.
- In 2005, he sold his house and car to buy Norton & Sons (a bespoke Savile Row tailor established in 1821) and successfully revived it.
- He revived the E. Tautz brand in 2009 and won the Menswear Designer of the Year award in 2010 as a result.
- He acquired Cookson & Clegg in 2015 and also rescued the 160-year old business from closure.
- He is the founder of Community Clothing, to support ethical clothing manufacturing.
- He was appointed Honorary Professor of Business at Glasgow Caledonian University in 2013
- He now writes a monthly column for Financial Times House & Home.
Want to learn more even more about Patrick?
If you’ve enjoyed getting to know beloved judge Patrick Grant, don’t miss our exclusive interview with him! We dive deeper into his background and chat about his thoughts on the brand-new series.
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