285 – I Never Looked at Manufacturing Anywhere Else with Catherine Bedford, Dashel Cycle Helmets
Catherine Bedford is the founder of Dashel Cycle Helmets which are all made in the UK.
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284 – Repair Is The New Cool with Thami Schweichler, United Repair Centre
Welcome to Episode no.284! Circularity is the buzzword on everyone’s lips right now. It’s no wonder, when you hear that 350,000 tonnes of clothing goes to landfill in the UK every year. Something needs to be done to stop the
283 – Tackling Textile Waste as a Slow Fashion Designer with Lydia Bolton
Lydia Bolton is a slow fashion designer tackling textile waste by upcycling unwanted fabrics and garments and turning them into one-off pieces.
FAQ: Where’s The Best Place To Source Fabrics?
How to find fabrics, leathers and other raw materials for your brand, and avoid the most common mistake that many people make when sourcing fabric. FURTHER RESOURCES UK Fabric Mills on the Make it British website HANDY LINKS British Brand
FAQ: How Many Factories Should I Sample WIth?
Sampling with UK manufacturers can be quite a different ball game to sampling with manufacturers overseas. Here’s why you might not want to sample with lots of different factories. FURTHER RESOURCES Quiz: Are you ready to work with a UK
FAQ: Do I Really Need To Provide The Factory With A Tech Pack?
Tempted to skip this step? Find out why that might be a bad idea, and how having a tech pack can save you money in the long run. FURTHER RESOURCES Tech Pack Bundle Quiz: Are you ready to work with
FAQ: Should I Get My Manufacturer To Sign An NDA?
A Non Disclosure Agreement is a legal document you might ask a manufacturer to sign in order to protect your designs. Find out what the pros and cons are of asking a manufacturer to sign an NDA, and what the
FAQ: How Do I Approach A Manufacturer?
What are the secrets to getting a response from a manufacturer when you reach out to them? I explain how to word your approach and why you might not be getting a response. FURTHER RESOURCES How to get manufacturers to
FAQ: How Much Does It Cost To Start A Brand?
What are the main costs that you will incur to start a brand, and how can you save money by making your product in the UK? FURTHER RESOURCES 25 Hidden Costs of Starting a Brand How Much Does it Cost
FAQ: How Do I Find The Right Manufacturer For My Brand?
Discover the best ways to the ideal UK manufacturers for your brand, and how to ensure that they get back to you every time. FURTHER RESOURCES Make it British Manufacturer Directory 5 Steps to Finding a UK Manufacturer How to