Posts by Kate Hills
087 – Help, I’m Launching a Product and I Don’t Know Where to Start!
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (12:56) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 12:56 volume 087 – Help, I’m Launching a Product and I Don’t Know Where to Start! iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the…
Read MoreTop 30 British-made Bags
A definitive list of the top 30 British-made bags. We’ve put together a list of British-made bag brands for every occasion, purpose and size. Our list is brimming with great design, materials and craftsmanship. All made right here in the UK. Isabella Queen British-based luxury brand offering quality leather accessories handcrafted in London. Their bags are elegant…
Read MoreWIN – A pair of luxury slippers from Rudels
Rudels have teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win a luxury pair of slippers Rudels Slippers are hand made in England using traditional techniques and only the very finest British wool and sheepskin. With the sustainability of luxury British wool, quality in traditional craftsmanship and an eye for colour balance, Rudels…
Read More086 – Pippa Dziubinski, The Little Art Collection
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (27:42) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 27:42 volume 086 – Pippa Dziubinski, The Little Art Collection iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player When Pippa…
Read More085 – The Mistake to Avoid when Developing a Made in UK Range
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Read More084 – A Visit to Duchess China and Heraldic Pottery
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (38:12) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 38:12 volume 084 – A Visit to Duchess China and Heraldic Pottery iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player…
Read More083 – Getting Your Product Pricing Right
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (13:31) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 13:31 volume 083 – Getting Your Product Pricing Right iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player It’s very difficult…
Read MoreTop 20 British-Made Baby Brands
When it comes to British baby brands there are so many great companies out there producing in the UK. Why would you ever want to buy something that wasn’t made here? Didi + Budd Didi + Bud is a family sleepwear brand creating ethical luxury. Based in Sevenoaks, Kent, they believe that manufacturing should be…
Read MoreWIN – A scarf of your choice from the Ruth Dent collection
Ruth Dent has teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win a scarf of your choice from the Ruth Dent collection. Since 2014 selected artworks have been transformed into limited edition digitally printed silk scarves from Ruth Dent. Ruth Dent scarves are digitally printed and hemmed in the silk town of Macclesfield,…
Read More082 – Joel Chudleigh, Made to Last – Product Longevity for Sustainability
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (34:57) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 34:57 volume 082 – Joel Chudleigh, Made to Last – Product Longevity for Sustainability iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast…
Read More081 – What Affects a Garment’s Cost Price?
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (16:28) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 16:28 volume 081 – What Affects a Garment’s Cost Price? iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player Why do…
Read More080 – Mustafa Fuat, Gosha London – Behind the Scenes of a High-End Garment Manufacturer
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (37:18) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 37:18 volume 080 – Mustafa Fuat, Gosha London – Behind the Scenes of a High-End Garment Manufacturer iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by…
Read More079 – 8 ways in which a UK-made product is more sustainable
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Read More10 British-made swaps to reduce single use plastics
We have some brilliantly designed British-made products that can replace the plastic disposable items you use daily. Here’s some ideas to get you started on swapping out your single use plastic items for reusable products made in the UK. We all know the reasons why we should be trying to replace single use plastic items…
Read MoreWIN – The Inder Pen from The Copper Collection
The Copper Collection have teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win a luxury copper pen – The Inder Pen. With a focus on elemental materials and natural forces, The Copper Collection assembles objects for the home and desk that invite interaction and contemplation. Marrying traditional techniques and modern technologies, each item…
Read More078 Katie Walker – Designing & Manufacturing Furniture in the UK
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (37:03) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 37:03 volume 078 Katie Walker – Designing & Manufacturing Furniture in the UK iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press…
Read More077 – Tony Kelly, Firmin & Sons – The Queen’s Button Maker
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (01:07:25) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 01:07:25 volume 077 – Tony Kelly, Firmin & Sons – The Queen’s Button Maker iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast…
Read MoreTop 30 British-made dog accessories brands
They are man’s best friend and we love to accessorise our pooches! We’ve pulled together a list of the best British dog accessories brands. IWOOF High quality, long lasting designer dog accessories, for dogs made by devoted dog lovers. IWOOF have an extensive range of designer dog collars, leads and designer dog harnesses to suit all…
Read More076 – Jack Millington, Billy Tannery – Setting Up the UK’s Only Goat Tannery
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (31:41) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 31:41 volume 076 – Jack Millington, Billy Tannery – Setting Up the UK’s Only Goat Tannery iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the…
Read MoreVetigraph opens training hub in Leicester to help bridge the skills gap
Make it British member Vetigraph has announced the opening of a fashion training hub in Leicester to help bridge the technical skills gap in the fashion industry. As we’ve mentioned on this site before, there is a massive skills gap in UK fashion manufacturing. It’s not just garment machinists that are in short supply. Technical roles…
Read More075 Live! – Paul Alger MBE, UKFT
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (34:08) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 34:08 volume 075 Live! – Paul Alger MBE, UKFT iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player The UK imports…
Read MoreMake it British members Blackburn Yarn Dyers receives investment
Blackburn Yarn Dyers have been operating since 1915, proudly supplying weavers and knitters all across Britain. Blackburn Yarn Dyers have a long and proud history but it’s a modern company with its eye on the future. The company has recently received private backing to fund its continued expansion. Blackburn Yarn Dyers will use the investment…
Read MoreWIN – A Graphic T-Shirt from The Cotton® London
The Cotton® London have teamed up with us to offer three lucky winners the chance to win a premium graphic T-shirt of their choice. The Cotton® London is a quintessentially British brand providing luxury menswear in Supima Cotton. They pride themselves on understated luxury, unmatched elegance and innovation in their product lines which include premium…
Read MoreBritish-made brands find strength in collaboration
Make it British members, premium petite womenswear brand Jennifer Anne and shoe designer Joseph Azagury, have collaborated to showcase their products and reach a wider audience. Jennifer Anne has opened a pop up shop within the Joseph Azagury premises in Wimbledon Village where her range of clothes for petite women is displayed. Jennifer Anne’s model…
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