WE shared the news that a Carlisle sewing shop has thanked the support of its customers after reaching 18 years of business this week. 

Bella Santos set up Sewing Solutions in the Market Hall in 2006, before moving to its current Bank Street location in 2022. 

Sewing Solutions is a popular sewing and alterations shop that works on all types of clothing and curtain alterations, with a speciality in wedding dresses and suits.

Here's what readers thought.

Paula Maria Burgess said: "Happy 18th anniversary Bella and staff," and Denise Robson Waitt said: "I worked with Bella in the very beginning, a lovely lady and a pleasure to work with."

Susan Benson said: "Well done, first time in a couple of weeks ago, Bella was fantastic, lovely lady."

Maureen Johnstone said: "Well done Bella you do an excellent job," and Kyla Peel said: "Highly recommend this place."

Sarah Crook said: "Wouldn't go anywhere else, always used these ladies," and Natalie Bowman said: "Bella is not only the best she is so lovely as well."

Debbie Harrison added: "Love this shop and your lovely kindness."

Elizabeth Coulthard said: "Well done Bella, here’s to many more years, your work is always top-notch."

Natasha Cunningham commented: "She is so talented and such a beautiful person."

Sandra Christian Kelly said: "Well done Bella, you’re a lovely lady and you do a fantastic job."

One web user said: "Always received a great service at competitive prices. Never been let down."