Artisan Stitch https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/ Edinburgh Sewing Classes Mon, 20 Apr 2026 19:55:58 +0000 en-GB hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2015/04/logo-PNG-10KB-100x100.png Artisan Stitch https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/ 32 32 Seasalt Cornwall: A Thoughtful Approach to Sustainable Fashion https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/seasalt-cornwall-a-thoughtful-approach-to-sustainable-fashion/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=seasalt-cornwall-a-thoughtful-approach-to-sustainable-fashion Mon, 20 Apr 2026 16:50:36 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=11156 How Seasalt Cornwall manage sustainability. When it comes to environmentally conscious fashion, Seasalt Cornwall are a brand that consistently demonstrate real commitment rather than surface-level promises. Their approach isn’t built around a single initiative, but this blog reveals how they have a carefully considered strategy woven through the entire business. 🧭 A Clear Sustainability Framework […]

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]]> Sustainable Clothing Brands Leading the Slow Fashion Revolution https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sustainable-clothing-brands-leading-the-slow-fashion-revolution/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sustainable-clothing-brands-leading-the-slow-fashion-revolution Fri, 20 Mar 2026 18:38:55 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=11123 From vintage embroidered linens to zero‑waste production, upcycled clothing brands are redefining sustainable style. Meet the makers turning forgotten textiles into wearable art — and learn how we can all move away from fast fashion.

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]]> The Great Fast Fashion Recycling Myth https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/fast-fashion-recycling-myth-greenwashing/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=fast-fashion-recycling-myth-greenwashing https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/fast-fashion-recycling-myth-greenwashing/#respond Mon, 15 Dec 2025 22:24:32 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=11021 Fast fashion recycling sounds responsible, but most garments aren’t truly reused. Charity shops struggle with poor‑quality donations, and big brands use “recycling” schemes as greenwashing. Discover why reducing overproduction and valuing repair is the real solution to textile waste.

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]]> https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sew-much-room-for-mushrooms-the-fabric-that-grows-itself-2/feed/ 0 Sewing for Mental Health: How Stitching Supports Your Wellbeing https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sewing-for-mental-health/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sewing-for-mental-health Mon, 19 May 2025 15:38:46 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10849 Sewing is more than a hobby — it's a powerful way to support your mental health, boost brainpower, and stay socially connected. Here’s how one stitch at a time can make a real difference.

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]]> The OEKO-TEX® Rating System https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/the-oeko-tex-rating-system/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=the-oeko-tex-rating-system Tue, 25 Mar 2025 21:43:49 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10759 Understanding the OEKO-TEX® Rating System for textiles. What it is, why it matters, and what to look for when buying fabric and textile products

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]]> Understanding Fabric Construction https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/understanding-fabric-construction/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=understanding-fabric-construction Tue, 22 Oct 2024 21:29:38 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10577 Understanding Fabric Construction Methods: Weaving, Knitting & Non-Wovens. The Three main methods of making fabric for garment applications

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]]> Sewing: The Secret Skillset Every Professional Needs https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sewing-the-secret-skillset-every-professional-needs/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sewing-the-secret-skillset-every-professional-needs https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sewing-the-secret-skillset-every-professional-needs/#comments Tue, 15 Oct 2024 20:41:37 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10546 When people think of sewing, they often picture older women quietly stitching away, filling their days with a leisurely hobby. But this stereotype couldn’t be more outdated! Sewing is a complex, skill-rich activity that has surprising parallels to high-pressure professional environments like finance, management, accountancy, and academia. In fact, the skills honed in sewing are […]

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]]> https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sewing-the-secret-skillset-every-professional-needs/feed/ 2 Sewing Sustainably: A Stitch Towards a Greener Future https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/sewing-sustainably-a-stitch-towards-a-greener-future/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sewing-sustainably-a-stitch-towards-a-greener-future Mon, 09 Sep 2024 12:39:32 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10504 In recent years, sustainability has become a hot topic in the fashion and crafting worlds. Whether you’re a seasoned sewist or a beginner with a needle and thread, learning to sew sustainably can have a lasting, positive impact on the environment. By making mindful choices, you can reduce waste, upcycle materials, and craft unique, long-lasting […]

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]]> 6 Reasons Why Sewing is Good for You https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/6-reasons-why-sewing-is-good-for-you/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=6-reasons-why-sewing-is-good-for-you https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/6-reasons-why-sewing-is-good-for-you/#comments Wed, 03 Jul 2024 19:59:13 +0000 https://www.artisanstitch.co.uk/?p=10241 6 Reasons why sewing is good for you. The physical and mental benefits of sewing, and why it's good for your social life too.

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