Author name: Martine Nieuwenhuis

North England Fibershed

Founded in March 2020 by natural textile dyer and educator Justine Aldersey-Williams, Northern England Fibreshed began with a mission to support the regeneration of local communities and the environment. The Affiliate seeks to reintroduce textile crops into British agriculture, creating opportunities for growers, producers, and educators. In March 2023, the initiative expanded, with Soil Association […]

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Finland Fibershed

Fibershed Finland was established in 2021 by a group inspired by the Fibershed philosophy, aiming to create a national network focused on natural fibres. Their vision was to connect individuals and organisations across Finland, from agriculture to consumers, to strengthen the sustainable textile industry. Since its inception, Fibershed Finland has grown to include 12 active

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What if our clothes could feed our soil?

Synthetic textiles cannot biodegrade, creating waste that disturbs the natural balance of our planet. The mass produced by humans now exceeds by weight that of all living biomass on Earth. So it is crucial that the materials we use can return to nature, completing the cycle. Clothing and textiles are usually sewn with polyester –

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