Anna Briartun 15th January 2019
I love this, may it grow and grow!
Bristol Cloth
by Bristol Cloth in Bristol, England, United Kingdom
We did it
On 15th January 2019 we successfully raised £18,086 with 329 supporters in 83 days
To produce the first 200 metres of locally sourced and manufactured Bristol Cloth.
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Heloise MacIntyre-Read 15th January 2019
Well done Ladies :) Good to see Natural Materials & Traditional Skills being reintroduced to way of life :) May it continue for many years to come :) Heloise xxx
Alexandra Buford 15th January 2019
Amazing project, through and through. I wish you every success.
Elisabeth J Wynn 15th January 2019
A good opportunity to support British manufacturers
Ingrid Pastor 15th January 2019
Congratulations for the great job! Wishing more like this to come
Gemma Randall 15th January 2019
Good luck !! Fantastic idea and great work... hope you can make it happen.
Daphne Roach 15th January 2019
So excited about this project, do hope you reach your total.
Ally Matthews 15th January 2019
A wonderful project, I wish you great and sustained success
Peter Fry 15th January 2019
Yes! Its been amazing to watch this project grow and build momentum ... its a beautiful cloth with some very awesome people behind it ... xx
Cassandra Plas Helyg 15th January 2019
Look forward to seeing this project unfold!
Angela Chidgey 15th January 2019
Just love the thought behind the idea.
Sherri McKee 14th January 2019
Excited for your venture and hope it's only the first step!
Lucy Gilliam 14th January 2019
Wonderful to know every step of the creation. Looking forward to getting this. Well done Babs and crew. Xx
Heather Podoll 14th January 2019
This project is so inspiring! Wishing you the greatest success!
Julie Millard 14th January 2019
Bristol crafts are close to my heart. Thank you for taking this project forward.
Rosanne Cooper 14th January 2019
I couldn't be happier to support Bristol Cloth. I admire your work and beliefs. Looking forward to continuing to support you any way I can
Gemma 13th January 2019
This is a brilliant idea! I fully support this and the direction it's going. Support local businesses and talent!
Jessica Thomas 13th January 2019
Would love to see the fabric.
Jessica Thomas 13th January 2019
Love this idea.
Tom Lindsay 13th January 2019
Great project & really good video. Good luck!
Sofia Killick 13th January 2019
Love you x x x
deborah barker & walter bailey 13th January 2019
Wonderful and much needed initiative to create a regenerative textile industry in the UK and make use of the rich resources we have locally. Wishing you all the very best and looking forward to creating a similar project in the South East if England.
Sue Jenkins 13th January 2019
Love the ethics and aspiration, good luck with the venture, shall follow keenly
Claire Blackburn 13th January 2019
Wish I could give more, fabulous project, wishing you great success. Clairex
Jodie Tomkins 12th January 2019
It’s exciting to see such a sustainable project forging ahead and involving local craftspeople. Gives me hope for my daughters the future makers. Well done!
Rewards
This project offers rewards in return for your donation.
£95 or more
Featured
Bristol Cloth by the metre
Meterage of Bristol Cloth off the roll (140cm width).
We will be in touch after the campaign ends, to ask for their preferred finish quality.
Includes postage within the UK. Additional charges of £10 per metre will apply for international shipping, please add this as an extra donation at checkout.
£5 or more
£5 Message of love
Thank you so much for your support! We will email you a message of love and thanks for your kind support of this heartfelt project :) xxxx
£10 or more
£10 - Thank you card
Thank you so much for supporting our project! We will send you a natural dye hand block printed card made with recycled paper and organic plant inks, to say thank you for your help! :) XxxXx
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £2 - please add at checkout.
£10 or more
50g Hank Naturally Dyed Yarn
We're recycling our madder dye "exhaust bath" to dye 50g hanks of our Shetland Romney lambswool yarn to a dusty pink shade, suitable for knitting.
UK 4-ply weight (US fingering/sport), 150 metres per 50g.
2.75–3.5 mm needles recommended.
Woollen spun, 2-ply, medium twist.
Ideal for mittens, hats, scarves and jumpers.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£15 or more
Swatches Of Bristol cloth
Two small swatches of cloth for designers to reference for collections. One swatch of each finish. Cut from meterage of Bristol Cloth off the roll (1. suiting quality finish similar to a light/medium weight tweed 2. a soft and slightly fluffy finish from a cold wash). UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£25 or more
One Sample Piece Of Bristol Cloth
A sample of cloth for designers or anyone wanting a smaller piece to make an item with. Size: 50 x 70cm. Cut from meterage of Bristol Cloth off the roll. We will be in touch after the campaign ends, to ask for their preferred finish quality. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£26 or more
Clutch Bag
A clutch bag with brass colour zipper Measurements: 25 x 20cm. Made with Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£29 or more
Zip Purse
A small purse with brass colour zipper Measurements: 23 x 33cm Perfect for use as a clutch bag, make-up bag or pencil case. Made with Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£36 or more
Cushion Cover
Size: 12 x 12 inches
A double sided Bristol Cloth cushion cover. Unlined. With an envelope opening for a smart finish.
Made with the Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). (Cushion insert not included).
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£47 or more
Cushion Cover 18 x 18 inches
Size: 18 x 18 inches. A double sided Bristol Cloth cushion cover. Unlined. With an envelope opening for a smart finish. Made with the Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). (Cushion insert not included). UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£50 or more
13" Laptop Case
Made with Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). With a full width front pocket to store your charger/cables and a button and tie, made from natural fibres, to fasten closed. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£50 or more
1/2 Metre Piece Of Bristol Cloth
Size: 50 x 140cm.
Cut from meterage of Bristol Cloth off the roll (140cm width). We will be in touch after the campaign ends, to ask for their preferred finish quality. Includes postage within the UK. Additional charges of £10 per metre will apply for international shipping, please add this as an extra donation at checkout.
£50 or more
Two Sample Pieces Of Bristol Cloth - Both finishes
Two samples of cloth, one in each finish, for designers or anyone wanting a smaller piece to make an item with. Size: 50 x 70cm. Cut from meterage of Bristol Cloth off the roll( 1-suiting quality finish similar to a light/medium weight tweed & 2- a soft and slightly fluffy finish from a cold wash). UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £10 - please add at checkout.
£60 or more
Scarf ( 200 x 35cm)
A generous size Bristol Cloth scarf, finished with fringed ends.
Measurements: 200 x 35cm
Made with Bristol Cloth and finished with a cold wash to give a soft and slightly fluffy quality. With fringed ends.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£60 or more
15" Laptop Case
Made with Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed). With a full width front pocket to store your charger/cables and a button and tie, made from natural fibres, to fasten closed. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.
£120 or more
Blanket Scarf (200 x 70cm)
A 200 x 70 cm blanket scarf to keep you warm and cosy with style.
Made with Bristol Cloth and finished with a cold wash to give a soft and slightly fluffy quality. With fringed ends. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £10 - please add at checkout.
£150 or more
Ladies Zero-Waste T-Shirt
From our local designer Milly of Ob-Wear.
A zero-waste T-shirt made with the Bristol Cloth, which will be cut with it's stripes going vertically down the body. Finished with a cold wash and hot press to give a similar quality to a light/medium weight tweed suiting cloth. http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
Available in 2 sizes: Small or Large
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £10 - please add at checkout.
£245 or more
Throw (200 x 140 cm)
An extra large size, at 200 x 140cm, suitable for throwing over your sofa and wrapping up in. Made with Bristol Cloth and finished with a cold wash to give a soft and slightly fluffy quality. With fringed ends.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £15 - please add at checkout.
£295 or more
Ladies Cropped Kimono Jacket
A flattering ladies kimono jacket with a cropped length, made with the Bristol Cloth finished with a cold wash and hot press to give a similar quality to a light/medium weight tweed suiting cloth.
Includes postage within the UK. For international shipping please add an extra £15 at checkout.
See Jokoto images here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
£420 or more
Ladies Double Layer Kimono Jacket
A flattering fitted trans-seasonal jacket, made with the Bristol Cloth, finished with a cold wash and hot press to give a similar quality to a light/medium weight tweed suiting cloth.
Designed by our friends at Jokoto Tailors in Old Market.
Lined with an organic British-grown peace silk, in its unbleached and un-dyed boiled-off state. See Jokoto images here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
Includes postage within the UK. For international shipping please add an extra £15 at checkout.
£470 or more
Bespoke Unisex Jumpsuit
A playful statement garment cut & sewn in oB's Bristol studio. Fully lined with UK grown organic silk. The Bristol Cloth cut with stripes going vertically down the body. A wide leg Jumpsuit, two roomy pockets in side seams, pleats at front & fastens with shoulder strap. Tailored & hand finished to your measurements, sleeveless/short sleeve style. UK p&p inc. Add £15 for international p+P at checkout. See pics here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
£780 or more
Mens Tailored Jacket
Brown in Town will make a jacket for those wanting to wear their heart on their sleeve.
Designed by you with the expert advice of owner David Minns, who will measure you and and create your own unique pattern before cutting.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £15 - please add at checkout.
See images here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
£1,000 or more
Mens Tailored 2 piece suit
Brown in Town will make a 2-piece suit for those wanting to wear their heart on their sleeve.
Designed by you with the expert advice of owner David Minns, who will measure you and and create your own unique pattern before cutting.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £15 - please add at checkout.
See images here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
£1,401 or more
Mens Tailored 3 Piece Suit
Brown in Town will make a 3-piece suit for those wanting to wear their heart on their sleeve.
Designed by you with the expert advice of owner David Minns, who will measure you and and create your own unique pattern before cutting.
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £15 - please add at checkout.
See images here: http://www.bristolcloth.co.uk/
£20 or more
51 of 51 claimedZip Purse
A small purse with brass colour zipper
Measurements: 23 x 33cm
Perfect for use as a clutch bag, make-up bag or pencil case.
Made with Bristol Cloth in our suiting-quality finish (similar to a light/medium weight tweed).
UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.