How to Fix Moth Holes with Scotch Darning (Firework Repair Style)
How to Fix Moth Holes in Cashmere with Scotch Darning (Firework Repair Style) with a workshop in London for Earth Day
ethical fashion
4 Smart Tips for Choosing the Perfect French Sunglasses for Travel Days
Ever packed the perfect travel outfits only to realise your sunglasses just don’t match the vibe (or worse, aren’t practical at all)? It’s a small detail, but when you’re travelling, sunglasses aren’t just about style, they’re about comfort, protection, and versatility throughout the day. French fashion has always had a way of balancing effortlessness with …
The Integra Baby Carrier Harris Tweed Edition: Handmade in Somerset, UK
Ali Clifford writes: When my boys were little, I carried them everywhere with me, we didn’t much use a buggy – they were held close enough to kiss – and feed, and it gave me two free hands to get on with other stuff. As a working mum (Paul was the main stay at home …
About Ali Clifford
Ali Clifford is a mentor to small businesses with a focus on purpose-led brands, craftspeople, artists, and charitable organisations. Read mentoring testimonials here. Ali is also a film maker and story teller, for clients such as the National Gallery (as part of their 200 Creators programme), Woolwich Works, Harriet Riddell, Madeline Meckiffe, goJauntly walking app, …
Jean Genie, reworked denim dungaree overalls
This month’s ‘meet the creative’ is Rebecca McNicol – Becky’s brand is The Jean Genie, reworked denim jeans, into super cute dungaree overalls. Becky writes: “I never set out to start a business.” Honestly? I just wanted to make my son something comfy to crawl, climb, and roll around in. Something that looked cute but …
Meet Brothers We Stand – Designed to please, Ethical production and Made to last
“In recent years, it’s been positive to see pre-loved given greater value. But I’m sorry to say that the consumption of new clothes in the UK is still rising. “ I met Brothers We Stand many years ago at a fashion pop-up that I worked on in London (doing the PR and marketing – it …
A stitch in time saves nine
No idea where this phrase comes from “A stitch in time saves nine” – probably should do some research. BUT it’s something that I say a lot in the visible mending workshops that I host, as we all know how much easier it is to repair a wornout pair of socks, or a hole in …
Sashiko style denim elbow repair
My friend Paul gave me his very precious UES Denim Shirt, so very well worn at the elbows, there were holes as big as saucers! I wanted to give this project time and attention, as the shirt is so beloved to Paul and it must now be the most well travelled shirt. It’s been on …
The Washing Machine Project
Washing Machine Project, meet Nav the founder
JulieMay Lingerie, organic cotton, and silk for both comfort and style
Today’s post features JulieMay Lingerie, discussing the need for lingerie made from natural materials Ali Clifford writes: I recently discovered luxury lingerie brand: JulieMay and wanted to share with you here on incredibusy.com. As someone who occasionally has eczema, and flare-ups of hives, I’ve always preferred natural materials, such as organic cotton, and have often …
