Posts by Kate Hills
056 – Six Month Synopsis
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (17:22) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 17:22 volume 056 – Six Month Synopsis iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player As we celebrate 6 months…
Read More5 Reasons why you should attend a trade show
One of the best ways of finding suppliers and manufacturers is by attending a trade show, but there are many other benefits. We give you 5 reasons why attending a trade show is essential to your business. If you’re at all serious about making in the UK, trade shows should be planned as a necessary…
Read More055 – Lance Mitchell, Mitchell Interflex – The Future of the UK Woven Textile Industry
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (36:49) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 36:49 volume 055 – Lance Mitchell, Mitchell Interflex – The Future of the UK Woven Textile Industry iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by…
Read More054 – Peter Philips, Abbey England – Growing the UK Leather and Saddlery Industry
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (29:49) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 29:49 volume 054 – Peter Philips, Abbey England – Growing the UK Leather and Saddlery Industry iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the…
Read MoreStellar speaker line-up at MiB Live! 2019
Make it British are delighted to announce the fantastic line-up of speakers for this year’s Make it British Live! There is an undeniable and seismic shift going on in UK manufacturing and this year’s Make it British Live! will explore the future of the industry, tackling the hot topics of ‘fast or slow fashion’…
Read More053 – Isabelle Ugochukwu, Isabella Queen – Launching and Growing a Premium British-Made Brand
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (36:46) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 36:46 volume 053 – Isabelle Ugochukwu, Isabella Queen – Launching and Growing a Premium British-Made Brand iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the…
Read More052 – Why Every Manufacturer Needs a Great Website
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (16:35) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 16:35 volume 052 – Why Every Manufacturer Needs a Great Website iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player Simple…
Read More051 – Adam Robertson, Kalopsia Collective – Small Batch Manufacturing
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (34:54) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 34:54 volume 051 – Adam Robertson, Kalopsia Collective – Small Batch Manufacturing iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player…
Read MoreTop 10 UK Garment Manufacturers
Ten UK garment manufacturers that can help you with production and sampling If you’re looking for a manufacturer to make clothing, you need look no further than within the UK. There are a whole host of reasons why it’s to your advantage to have your garments manufactured in Britain (you can read about some of…
Read More050 – How to Find an Ethical Factory
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (16:12) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 16:12 volume 050 – How to Find an Ethical Factory iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player With the…
Read MoreWIN – A Silk Scarf of your choice from The David Watson British Art Collection
We’ve teamed up with David Watson to bring you the chance to win a silk scarf or pocket square from his British Art Collection. David Watson collaborates with British artists sharing their art on silk accessories including scarves and pocket squares. The range includes known artists such as William Morris and the Daily Mail…
Read MoreBritish Made Fashion and Textiles Industry Thriving Amidst Brexit Uncertainty
The UK Fashion and textiles industry employs 120,000 people and produces £9 billion of textiles every year. This hugely important UK industry, with roots established before the industrial revolution, is experiencing unprecedented demand despite the uncertainty caused by Brexit. 2019 marks 200 years since the landmark Factories Act of 1819 was passed to regulate work…
Read More049 – Bianca Elgar – How to Choose the Right Manufacturer
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (27:16) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 27:16 volume 049 – Bianca Elgar – How to Choose the Right Manufacturer iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press…
Read More048 – Exciting Times Ahead!
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (10:07) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 10:07 volume 048 – Exciting Times Ahead! iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player Did you know that 2019…
Read MoreLucy Siegle to host Make it British Live! 2019
Environmental journalist and broadcaster, Lucy Siegle, is to host the first day of talks at this year’s Make it British Live! event at the iconic Business Design Centre, London on 29 May. Lucy Siegle is a familiar face on prime time TV, a longstanding presenter for BBC’s ‘The One Show’ and columnist for the Observer.…
Read More047 – Martin Lowe, Roy Lowe & Sons – Why Innovation & Quality Matter
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (34:18) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 34:18 volume 047 – Martin Lowe, Roy Lowe & Sons – Why Innovation & Quality Matter iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the…
Read More046 – How to Make the Most of Events
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (17:41) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 17:41 volume 046 – How to Make the Most of Events iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player What’s…
Read MoreImpact Trading Create The Michel & Alain Roux Apron
Make it British Members Impact Trading manufacture customised corporate clothing, specialising in Aprons. They were recently commissioned to create bespoke aprons for the famous Michelin Star Restaurant, The Waterside Inn. The Waterside Inn, in Bray is run by chef patron Alain Roux, the son of Michel Roux. They wanted a bespoke, made in Britain apron to sell in the restaurant gift shop.…
Read More045 – Finella Devitt, Firehorse – Developing a New Product is a Marathon not a Sprint
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (29:45) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 29:45 volume 045 – Finella Devitt, Firehorse – Developing a New Product is a Marathon not a Sprint iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered…
Read More044 – What To Do When Manufacturing Goes Wrong
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (15:22) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 15:22 volume 044 – What To Do When Manufacturing Goes Wrong iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player Unfortunately,…
Read MoreMenswear start-up HebTroCo make £1m in the shadow of Brexit
The northern business that started as a daft idea in the pub and began operations on referendum day has dashed past the £1m mark as Brexit looms. Make it British Members HebTroCo is a two-man menswear start-up which was launched on Kickstarter, a crowdfunding website, at the end of January 2016. Their aim twas o…
Read MoreWIN – A Royal Corgi Muslin & Bib Baby Gift Set from The Little Art Collection
With the country getting ready to welcome another Royal baby we’re bringing you the chance to WINÂ a Royal Corgi Muslin & Bib Baby Gift Set from The Little Art Collection! The Little Art Collection are offering a beautiful limited edition baby gift set, exclusive to this Make It British competition and not currently available to…
Read More043 – Simon Middleton, Brand Advisor – How to Build a British-made Brand
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (37:14) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 37:14 volume 043 – Simon Middleton, Brand Advisor – How to Build a British-made Brand iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple…
Read More042 – Why are UK Manufacturers so Hard to Find?
Listen to this episode of the Make it British Podcast (15:04) Play / pause 1x 1.5x 2x 0:00 0:00 15:04 volume 042 – Why are UK Manufacturers so Hard to Find? iTunesGoogle PlayShare Leave a ReviewClammr ItListen in a New WindowDownloadSoundCloudStitcherSubscribe on AndroidSubscribe via RSSSpotifyTune-in Email New Episodes Powered by the Simple Podcast Press Player…
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