Vintage
Feb 2, 2023
Denim Upcyclers: Nine UK-Based Small Businesses Turn Old Jeans Into Amazing New Clothing
Denim is so durable that even when your beloved pair of old jeans start to get a bit saggy, you can still recycle and upcycle the material to create something amazing. Read on to see some fabulous creations from small businesses across the UK and hear from their owners what upcycling means to them.
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Sep 1, 2022
Sarah and Helen Discuss Vintage
Sarah and Helen work together at Green Heart Collective and share a love of clothes. They know what they like and don't like. From different generations, experience and perspectives, the two women often have discussions about clothes. We thought you might find it interesting to eavesdrop on some of their conversations.
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Aug 19, 2022
Meet Secondhand Susie - Lover of Thrifted Fashion and Charity Shop Treasure Hunter
Everyone's second hand journey is unique. So it was great to learn more about why preloved fashion means something to Secondhand Susie.
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Aug 19, 2022
Meet Rosie Reconsidered and Learn What It’s Like to Wear Dresses For a Whole Month
Could you wear dresses everyday for 30 days? This is exactly what Rosie Reconsidered attempted, even during the hottest days on record in the UK. Find out what it is like to wear dresses for 30 days and learn more about what inspired Rosie to create the challenge.
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Aug 16, 2022
Sarah & Helen Discuss Quality
Sarah and Helen work together at Green Heart Collective and share a love of clothes. They know what they like and don't like. From different generations, experience and perspectives, the two women often have discussions about clothes. We thought you might find it interesting to eavesdrop on some of their conversations.
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Dec 15, 2021
Meet Northern Siren Crafts - Handmade Jewellery and Home Decor
As part of our Christmas and New Year special, we reached out to local Tyneside makers and sellers who are transforming used materials into something special. This edition features Northern Siren Crafts, who has a range of fantastic jewellery and home decor, including some stunning unique upcycled stamp rings.
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Jul 16, 2021
Meet Nicole Broad, Founder of The Fruit Moth
We first connected with Nicole Broad in the Great British Clothes Swap, when she reached out for colourful, patterned and floral men's shirts. When we connected again recently over a piece of waterproof fabric that she made into a fabulous rain hat, we thought it would be great to introduce Nicole and the Fruit Moth.
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Apr 6, 2021
Meet Natalie Broughton, Co-founder of Pearl's Emporium
One of the great things about establishing a new business like Green Heart Collective is the wonderful people you mee...
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Mar 24, 2021
Meet Laura Naudé, Founder of the Great British Clothes Swap
I only came across the Great British Clothes Swap a couple of weeks ago, but I'm already hooked! It's such a friendl...
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