Wild Poppy Fabrics: the joy of purposeful fabric buying
Purposeful fabric buying with Amber from Wild Poppy Fabrics, exploring the benefits of choosing preloved fabric, making considered sewing purchases and reducing textile waste.
Nessa Hubbard: how to shop your yarn stash
Knitting coach Nessa Hubbard shares her tips for shopping your yarn stash, choosing the right yarn for projects and making the most of what you already have.
Stitching Kitchen: lessons in more thoughtful making
Stitching Kitchen began in Hannah’s home kitchen in 2017 and has since grown into a purpose-built studio and welcoming space for textile lovers. Hannah now runs regular workshops in sewing and creative textiles, with a team of tutors covering everything from dressmaking and quilting to knitting, crochet and felt-making.
Brighton Stitch: finding inspiration in reclaimed textiles
Lindsay Brown from Brighton Stitich creates bags and accessories in small batches using repurposed textiles, reclaimed fabrics and carefully sourced natural fibres. Her aim is to sew practical, beautifully made pieces that encourage people to value craftsmanship and thoughtful reuse.
Yarn Swap 19th September in South East London
If your yarn shelves are looking a little… crowded, or you’re itching for fresh inspiration to kick off the autumn season, we’ve got the perfect excuse to tidy, trade, and treasure-hunt! We’re co-hosting an Autumn Yarn Destash/Restash on Saturday, 19th September, from 1 to 4 P.M. at The Catford House.
Stash Hub: helping sewists get more from their stash
As part of our Summer Stash Reset, we're excited to introduce one of our fantastic collaborators, Stash Hub. If you've ever looked at your fabric shelves and wondered, "How on Earth did it get this out of hand?", you know exactly why husband-and-wife team Yvette and Doug created their clever sewing organiser app.
It’s time for the Summer Stash Reset!
Join Destasher's Summer Stash Reset! Share preloved fabric, yarn and craft supplies, win maker prizes and make space for autumn sewing and knitting.
Rowan Bridgwood: embroidery, folklore, and reclaimed textiles
West Yorkshire embroidery artist Rowan shares her creative journey through reclaimed textiles, folklore and natural dyeing, alongside community craft projects, exhibitions, and Thread Collective socials.
Fabric Swap 20th June in South East London
Join our Fabric Swap at the Sustainable Fashion Fair at The Catford House on 20th June and refresh your sewing stash sustainably. Swap unwanted fabrics, sewing patterns, and haberdashery for new creative finds, discover eco-friendly sewing inspiration, and connect with our sustainable fashion community.
Beth Morelli-Mae: reimagining kids’ fashion with preloved fabrics
It all begins with an idea.
Lucy Fennessy: raising melanoma awareness through sewing
Lucy Fennessy, a melanoma survivor from the West Midlands, launched the Sew Summer Skin Challenge to promote sun-safe, handmade clothing during May’s Melanoma Awareness Month. Through the sewing community, she raises awareness of skin cancer prevention, encouraging stylish garments that protect against harmful UV exposure.
Madeline Tanoto: mending clothes, mending ourselves
Madeline Tanoto uses mending to connect people, reduce waste, and support wellbeing through craft and community.
Lois Floyd: finding balance through mindful crochet
Sheffield crochet designer Lois Frances Floyd, founder of Logii, promotes mindful crochet through her patterns and kits. Through her journey from burnout to creative renewal, she has become an advocate for sustainable yarn choices and slow living, inspiring makers to reconnect, reduce stress and find joy.
Giving yarn a second life: Mum’s tried-and-true tips
Got hold of someone else’s leftover yarn stash? How do you care for it? Discover the best tips to get it ready for your next knitting, crochet, or weaving project.
Lena King: the joy of sewing and connecting
Meet Lena King, UK sewing content creator and Ankara Appreciation Week co-founder, sharing her sewing journey, fabric stash tips, and joyful community building.
Mia Filisch: knitting, colour, and community
Meet Mia Fillish, founder of Barge Knitters, who creates bold, colourful knits, supports sustainable indie yarns, and and is co-hosting the New Year Destash/Restash at Catford House 18th Jan!
Vivien Moyes: celebrating Britain’s textile heritage
London maker Vivien Moyes revives Britain’s textile heritage with handmade bags and accessories crafted from vintage fabrics, celebrating iconic 60s–70s prints.
Yarn Swap 18th January in South East London
Come shift leftover skeins and pick up new inspiration! A New Year Yarn Destash/Restash is coming to Catford House, London SE6 on Sunday, 18th January 1 to 4 P.M.!
Hannah Latham: the brand new Crochet Fishbowl
Hannah Latham launches a crochet fishbowl kit on Kickstarter—an eco-friendly, creative Christmas gift for makers who love mindful, human-crafted projects.
Daphne Yau: turning unloved clothes into upcycled treasures
Discover Daphne Yau of Sewing Choi, turning unloved clothes into upcycled treasures, teaching sustainable fashion, and inspiring creativity with every stitch.