Posts by Kate Hills
103 – What does a manufacturer include in a cost price?
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Read More102 – How does a textile mill thrive in 2020? David Collinge, John Spencer Textiles
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Read More101 – Nine Manufacturing Trends for 2020 and Beyond
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (31:01) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 31:01 volume 101 – Nine Manufacturing Trends for 2020 and Beyond 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 What…
Read MoreIntroducing Series 2 of the Make it British podcast
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (04:56) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 04:56 volume Introducing Series 2 of the Make it British podcast 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 We’re…
Read MorePast Vintage: The making of a Made in England leathergoods brand
How do you start a high-end leathergoods brand made in the UK? Read about Jordan Kirby’s journey to find out… Jordan Kirby founded Past Vintage to create a high quality modern leather briefcase that is completely made in England. The right materials and manufacturer needed to be sourced to produce a top quality product. Jordan talks…
Read MoreMade in UK Christmas Gifts for under £20
Secret Santa, stocking fillers and presents for class teachers; sometimes you need a Christmas gift that is fabulous but won’t blow your entire festive budget. We bring you our pick of British-made Christmas gifts that have plenty of wow factor, but are all £20 or under. BBCO BBCO is a headwear brand producing headgear for…
Read More6 Reasons why UK-made gifts are more sustainable
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (09:52) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 09:52 volume 6 Reasons why UK-made gifts are more sustainable 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 Have you…
Read MoreMade in UK Christmas Gifts for Pets
Don’t forget a Christmas present for the pets (or their owners!) Take a look at our British-made gifts idea for pets and pet owners. Berkeley Dog Beds Berkeley Dog Beds make the finest British luxury dog beds. Not only do they look stunning, they are ultra-comfortable and 100% fit for purpose. Their beds are all…
Read MoreMade in UK Christmas Gifts for Him
Be inspired by our British-made Christmas Gifts for him. We’ll help you find Christmas presents men will love, all made right here in the UK. Barnes & Moore Barnes & Moore Ltd offer high quality mens small leather goods and bags, with an emphasis on function and simplicity. All their goods are handmade in England, using…
Read MoreWIN – A cushion cover from the Perkins & Morley new Wilder range
Perkins & Morley have teamed up with us to offer two lucky winners the chance to win a cushion cover from their new Wilder range. Perkins & Morley are design duo Jill Perkins and Jan Morley – two women who produce different, unique designs and have a passion for cards, gifts and home-wares that celebrate…
Read MoreMade in UK Christmas Gifts for Her
Struggling to find the perfect Christmas present for the women in your life? We have some great gift ideas for you, all made in Britain of course! Elizabeth Martin Elizabeth Martin designs for women with individual style, who enjoy life, love fashion and appreciate quality over quantity in their purchases. The designs are modern, using…
Read More10 Things that make British-made businesses great
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (29:50) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 29:50 volume 10 Things that make British-made businesses great 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 In this episode…
Read More099 – Should raw materials come from the UK to call a product British?
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Read MoreMade in UK Christmas Gifts for Kids
Need inspiration for fabulous Christmas gifts for the little people in your life? We have some brilliant ideas to keep your children’s Christmas gifts made-in-Britain. Beeboobuzz Beeboobuzz long sleeve baby vests are made from super-soft organic cotton, which is knitted and dyed in the UK. All their products are also manufactured in the UK. They come…
Read More098 – From Artist to Bespoke Gift Business – Corinne Lewis-Ward, Powder Butterfly
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (35:47) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 35:47 volume 098 – From Artist to Bespoke Gift Business – Corinne Lewis-Ward, Powder Butterfly iTunesStitcherSpotifyTune-inListen in a New WindowGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItDownloadSoundCloudSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSS Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple…
Read MoreWIN – An Artisan Soap Duo, Coconut Soap Dish and Natural Sisal Nail Brush Gift Set from Kalabash Bodycare
Kalabash Bodycare have teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win an Artisan Soap Duo, Coconut Soap Dish and Natural Sisal Nail Brush Gift Set Kalabash is an award-winning British artisan range of luxurious Caribbean-inspired natural and organic bodycare and cold process handcrafted soap which is vegan-friendly and cruelty-free. All Kalabash products are…
Read More097 – 13 Factories in 3 Days!
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (12:48) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 12:48 volume 097 – 13 Factories in 3 Days! 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 so important…
Read MoreStudy finds UK Clothing Manufacturing is 47% Greener
Derbyshire fashion firm David Nieper has commissioned an academic report into the environmental impact of offshore manufacturing. The report highlights 47% less emissions are created by manufacturing clothes in the UK. The report, commissioned by UK clothing manufacturer David Nieper, was conducted by the University of Nottingham Energy Innovation and Collaboration team, has revealed the practice…
Read More096 – A visit to an umbrella factory – Richard Ince, James Ince & Sons
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Read More095 – How to validate your UK-made product idea
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (24:28) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 24:28 volume 095 – How to validate your UK-made product idea 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 Lots…
Read MoreWIN – Two Sets of Mulled Trees Sleepwear from Didi + Bud
Didi + Bud have teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win Two Sets of Mulled Trees Sleepwear Didi + Bud is a family sleepwear brand creating ethical luxury. Based in Sevenoaks, Kent, they believe that manufacturing should be ethically conscious. The concept, the design, the illustrations and the manufacturing are all…
Read MoreTop 25 British-Made Scarves Brands
We bring you our top 25 British-made scarves brands. We have selected a list of British-made scarves and soft accessories brands which include silk, cashmere and wool to create beautiful made-in-UK cosy knitted scarves, wraps, cravats, pockets squares and silk scarves. David Watson David Watson creates silks scarves from the founder’s favourite British artists. The…
Read More094 – How to crowdfund your brand – Sophie Slater, Birdsong
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (37:51) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 37:51 volume 094 – How to crowdfund your brand – Sophie Slater, Birdsong 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 MoreWIN – A British-Made T-shirt Dress From Birdsong
Birdsong have teamed up with us to offer you the chance to win one of their bestselling T-shirt dresses. Birdsong design clothes for remarkable women, but they’re also made by them. They work with expert women makers who face barriers to employment – from artists and printmakers to seamstresses and painters – and pay them…
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