Skip to content

Want to find a UK factory? Take our 2 minute quiz and get a FREE personalised report.

TAKE THE QUIZ

Make-it-British-Logo-White-Retina
  • About
  • Blog
  • Directory
  • Podcast
  • Accelerator
  • Shop
Newsletter
Newsletter
Make-it-British-Logo-White-Retina
  • About
  • Blog
  • Directory
  • Podcast
  • Accelerator
  • Shop

Why manufacturing in the UK is more sustainable

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

We’re never going to stop people from buying clothing, but what we can do is aim to produce it in the most sustainable way possible. One of those ways is to make it locally, and here’s why… When it was […]

costing, wholesale, profit, retail, price

How should you price your British-made products? Use our easy cost price calculator to find out

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

Confused about where to start when costing your British-made product? Our easy cost price calculator can help you work it out.   One of the biggest issues I see with businesses launching a British-made product is not building in enough

UK garment manufacturers

How to Set Up a Clothing Micro Factory For Your Brand

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

Thinking about setting up your own clothing micro factory? Running your own in-house production unit – what I call a clothing micro factory – can transform your business. You gain flexibility, you save costs, and you respond faster to your

Manufacturing jargon buster

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

How to find manufacturers that make small quantities in the UK

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

If you’re looking to start a business making clothing, accessories or homewares in the UK, or even if you already have one, one of the things that you are probably looking for is a manufacturer that can make small quantities.

5 reasons why you should meet your manufacturer face-to-face

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

In an age where the majority of connections are made online, you still can’t beat doing business in person. Here’s why… A lot of what I do is to help people find UK manufacturers to make their products – be

Where to buy British-made fashion trims

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

Having trouble finding fashion trimmings made in Britain? Thought no one made zips, buttons or bindings here anymore? We’ve found several suppliers who can help We’ve compiled a list of trims manufactured in the UK. From buckles to buttons, shoulder

UK garment manufacturers search

Looking for a UK garment manufacturer? Don't start with Google

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

Are you looking for a UK garment manufacturer? Thinking of starting with a Google search to find a factory to make your clothing brand? Let me stop you right there. A search engine is not a good place to start

Not all manufacturers are cut from the same cloth, here’s why…

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

If you’re looking for a UK manufacturer here are 3 things you need to know before you begin your search for one… I get a lot of people contacting me at Make it British looking for a manufacturer to make

export British-made brand

11 reasons why you should be exporting your British-made brand

Know-How for British Brand Founders / By Kate Hills

Recent figures show that UK exports of British-made products are at their highest for 7 years. If you are a British-made brand or UK manufacturer and you’re not exporting then you’re missing out. The latest Purchasing Managers Index shows that

← Previous 1 … 4 5 6 Next →
Load More

Hands-on Help

  • Work With Me
  • Vetted UK Factory Match
  • Manufacturing Made Easy
  • British Brand Accelerator
  • Reviews
  • Client A-Z

Courses & Toolkits

  • UK Clothing Manufacturers Directory
  • Cost Price Kit
  • Range Plan Template
  • Launch Kit
  • Tech Pack Bundle
  • Course Log In

About

  • My Story
  • In The Press
  • Blog
  • Podcast
  • Instagram

Stay Connected

  • Reviews
  • Press
  • Get in Touch
  • Subscribe to Our Newsletter

© 2026 Kate Hills | Make it British Ltd

Privacy Policy | Terms & Conditions |Cookie Policy

Start typing and press enter to search