https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/tags/needlework/Recent content in needlework on Gloucestershire DailyHugo -- gohugo.ioen-usSun, 14 Jun 2026 08:15:48 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/bbc-the-repair-shops-teddy-bear-ladies-reveal-emotional-filming-truths/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 08:15:48 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/bbc-the-repair-shops-teddy-bear-ladies-reveal-emotional-filming-truths/BBC’s hit series The Repair Shop is known not just for its heartwarming restorations but also for the deep emotions shared by its team behind the scenes. Among the most cherished figures are Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch, affectionately known as the show’s ‘Teddy Bear Ladies.’ They have recently opened up about the emotional journey they experience during filming. In a candid interview on Alan Titchmarsh’s ITV show, Amanda revealed that she often sheds tears away from the cameras, protecting viewers from seeing the experts' vulnerable moments.https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/amanda-middleditch-and-julie-tatchell-the-enduring-bond-beyond-the-repair-shop/Sun, 14 Jun 2026 06:30:00 +0000https://gloucestershiredaily.co.uk/amanda-middleditch-and-julie-tatchell-the-enduring-bond-beyond-the-repair-shop/Julie Tatchell and Amanda Middleditch, affectionately known as the Teddy Bear Ladies, have won hearts nationwide through their expert restorations on the BBC’s beloved programme, The Repair Shop. Renowned for their meticulous care in bringing childhood teddy bears and cherished soft toys back to life, this dynamic duo has become synonymous with heartfelt craftsmanship. Their journey together began over 15 years ago in 2006, sparked by a shared passion for needlework and soft toy restoration.