Natural fibres

Our Coir collection uses natural material usually discarded as part of coconut harvesting. The husk of the coconut houses the tough coir fibres that are first extracted using steel combes before being cleaned and turned into mats or carpets. The result is a natural fibre that can help trap dirt and debris, making it a perfect choice for entrance matting or a hardwearing carpet for living room areas. Free samples of this range are available via our website - follow the link. #coir…

A handspinner who is passionate about spinning cotton shares two methods for ginning cotton by hand.

Inventive and profoundly eclectic, Maison Pierre Frey demonstrates an undeniable mastery in the creation of furnishing fabrics. Prints, wools, linens, velvets, embroidery, jacquards or damasks, all creative materials that are influenced by art and cultures.

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Flax is a natural raw material, making linen one of the most sustainable textiles. Our flax is cultivated by a group of organic farmers in…

This paper discusses the bamboo fiber and its usage in the fashion industry. The properties and the environmental impact of bamboo fibers are discussed.

In this excerpt from “New Twists on Old Fibers,” Christina Pappas considers spider silk from historic and modern perspectives.

Meeting Charlotte Lawson Johnston at her new Cotswold studio, Christabel Chubb learns why fabrics made using sustainable fibres and plant-based dyes are the natural way forwards