Shiv Textiles - Sustainable Textiles from Brighton

by Siobhan Martin in Brighton, England, United Kingdom

We did it

On 30th March 2020 we successfully raised £11,580 with 154 supporters in 28 days

Help me grow my business. I craft with a conscience, using waste from British mills. I’m on a mission to throw away our throwaway culture.

by Siobhan Martin in Brighton, England, United Kingdom

Environment, Creative & Arts

NatWest Bring it 2020 donated to this cause

NatWest Bring it 2020 has provided £5,500 of funding

Great news and congratulations! This project has been supported by NatWest Back Her Business as part of the Bring it 2020 campaign. Find out more here: https://www.crowdfunder.co.uk/back-her-business/bring-it-2020

The Crowd

NatWest Back Her Business

NatWest Back Her Business

7th April 2020 at 5:48pm

pledged £5,000

Lauren Carrera

30th March 2020 at 12:48pm

pledged £12

Richard Barrett

30th March 2020 at 11:32am

pledged £20

Christian harrop

30th March 2020 at 11:31am

pledged £12

Sophie Reeves

30th March 2020 at 11:19am

pledged £20

jimbo_ward@hotmail.co.uk

[email protected]

30th March 2020 at 11:01am

pledged £20

[email protected] has also backed 2 other projects

Charlotte Wright

30th March 2020 at 10:56am

pledged £10

Rae Boocock

29th March 2020 at 10:51pm

pledged £20

Sam Bennett

Sam Bennett

29th March 2020 at 8:12pm

pledged £12

Sam Bennett has also backed 5 other projects

Steven Haw

Steven Haw

29th March 2020 at 6:26pm

pledged £70

Steven Haw has also backed 4 other projects

Geraldine Palmer

29th March 2020 at 1:28pm

pledged £12

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29th March 2020 at 11:06am

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29th March 2020 at 7:28am

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29th March 2020 at 2:04am

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Anonymous

28th March 2020 at 8:12pm

pledged £55

Stevie Webster

28th March 2020 at 7:11pm

pledged £10

Carla Mañosas

28th March 2020 at 6:39pm

pledged £15

Alexandra Blowers

28th March 2020 at 6:27pm

pledged £15

Alexandra Blowers has also backed 2 other projects

Alexandra Blowers

28th March 2020 at 6:25pm

pledged £12

Alexandra Blowers has also backed 2 other projects

Lee harbour

28th March 2020 at 6:04pm

pledged £20

Sam Kimber & Rosy Price

28th March 2020 at 5:41pm

pledged £50

Rosencrantz Thunderbraid

28th March 2020 at 5:38pm

pledged £35

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Anonymous

28th March 2020 at 5:24pm

pledged £60

Chevalier Veronique

28th March 2020 at 5:15pm

pledged £445

Charlotte Beard

Charlotte Beard

28th March 2020 at 4:55pm

pledged £55

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Rewards

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£100 or more

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Featured

Unique Handwoven Goodie Set!

You will receive a unique handwoven cushion, a purse and a set of 4 coasters. Perfect to give to a loved one as a gift or to keep all for yourself. You will also receive a handprinted thank you card for supporting my business. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £7 - please add at checkout.

£5 or more

Thank You!

As a thank you for supporting my business you will receive a thank you email with updates on my weaving journey with future offers and competitions.

£10 or more

Thank You Card

As a thank you for supporting my business, you will receive a hand-printed thank you card and a handwoven coaster in the post.

£12 or more

Give a gift to an NHS frontline worker!

I will donate a medium handwoven purse (normally £20) to a frontline NHS worker with a handmade card with your name on it, saying thank you for your hard work at this challenging time! Brighten up someone's day with a special gift!

£15 or more

Unique Handwoven Coin Purse

Keep your coins and your credit cards safe in one of my unique handwoven zip coin purses. You will also receive a handprinted thank you card for supporting my business. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £3 - please add at checkout.

£20 or more

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Weaving Workshop Voucher for 1 person

Save £5 when you book on my crowdfunding page for a beginners' weaving workshop! The perfect gift for Mother's Day. This 3-hour workshop is normally £25 per person! If you Pledge £20 you can come and learn the basics of weaving, explore different fibres and craft a range of simple and effective techniques. If you pledge £40 you get to take home a weaving kit after the workshop with a selection of yarns for your next artistic piece!⁠

£20 or more

£20 Voucher!

Don't need (another!) cushion or blanket now? Buy a gift card to give businesses an immediate boost and redeem it later. We have digital gift cards available from £20.

£20 or more

Give a frontline NHS worker a weaving gift!

I will donate a weaving kit with a selection of yarns (normally £25) to a frontline NHS worker with a handmade card with your name on it, saying thank you for your hard work at this challenging time! Brighten up someone's day with a special gift!

£25 or more

Weaving Kit & A Selection Of Yarns!

Weaving is a great hobby to do at home and the perfect gift for a friend or family member. This handheld frame loom is great for weaving wall hanging, coaster and bookmarks. The weaving kit will come with the new instruction booklet which will be created with some of the funds raised. Outer: 21cm x 19cm, Inner working space: 17cm x 13cm. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5.

£30 or more

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Unique Handwoven Larger Purse Or Pouch

Be effortlessly organised and stylish with one of my unique handwoven purses. Handwoven in Brighton using redundant or dead stock from the professional industry. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £5 - please add at checkout.

£40 or more

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Weaving Workshop for 1 Person + Weaving Kit

Save £10 when you book on my crowdfunding page for a beginners' weaving workshop plus take your own weaving kit home with you! The perfect gift for Mother's Day. This 3-hour workshop is normally £25 per person and a weaving kit is normal £25!

£50 or more

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Give a gift to an NHS frontline worker!

I will donate a handwoven cushion (normally £70) to a frontline NHS worker with a handmade card with your name on it, saying thank you for your hard work at this challenging time! Brighten up someone's day with a special gift!

£55 or more

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Large Weaving Kit & A Selection Of Yarns!

This larger handheld frame loom is great for weaving wall hangings. The weaving kit will come with the new instruction booklet which will be created with some of the funds raised. Outer: 59cm x 49cm, Inner working space: 52cm x 42cm. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £8 - please add at checkout.

£70 or more

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Unique Handwoven Cushion

Accent your home with one of my unique cushions, handwoven in Brighton using sustainably sourced, quality yarn. These cushions will put you in a great mood every time you walk through the front door with their story and tactile nature. Size ranges - 35x50cm & 40x40cm. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £7 - please add at checkout.

£110 or more

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5 hour Freestyle Weaving

Play around with colour and different fibres on a freestyle weaving workshop. The warp will be set up for you on the loom, so you can start weaving straight away. Learn different patterns and how a tabletop or floor loom works. We have lots of yarns to play around with, so you can take your time to develop your own style.

£120 or more

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Handwoven Bolster Double Cushion

Make your sofa or bed even cosier with one of my handwoven bolster double cushions. A beautiful way to update and add texture to your living space. 120x35cm / 110x40cm - UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £10 - please add at checkout.

£140 or more

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Handwoven Blanket Scarf

Ensure warmth during the cold months and embrace comfort with one of my blanket wrap scarves. Handwoven in Brighton with lambswool upcycled from British mills. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £10 - please add at checkout.

£200 or more

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Weaving Workshop Party For 8 People

Learn the basics of weaving during a 3-hour weaving workshop for you and your friends in our Brighton studio. Create your own wonderful wall hanging in this beginner's classes. Working on a small handheld frame loom, you'll learn how to start and finish weaves, explore different fibres and craft a range of simple and effective techniques.

£200 or more

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Full Day (8 Hours) Technical Weaving Workshop

A full-day weaving workshop is perfect for those wanting to expand their technical weaving knowledge. Learn to make your own warp, set up the loom and spend the rest of the day weaving your heart out!

£245 or more

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Unique Blanket/Throw

Offering unique extra textural detail, patterns and colours to your home with my collection of woven blankets & throws. UK shipping is included in the price, however international shipping requires an additional £15 - please add at checkout.

£300 or more

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Weaving Workshop at a location of your choose

Perfect for birthdays or hen parties! I will teach you and 8-10 friends (max) the basics of weaving during a 3-hour weaving workshop. Create your own wonderful wall hanging in this beginner's classes. You'll learn how to start and finish weaves, explore different fibres and craft a range of simple and effective techniques. This price is with a 40-mile radius of Brighton. Please get in contact if you are interested but are further out.

£500 or more

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Brighton Crafty Hen Party - Weaving Workshop

A crafty hen party experience for you and 10-15 friends. Learn the basics of weaving during a 3-hour weaving workshop. Create your own wonderful wall hanging in this beginner's classes. Working on a small handheld frame loom, you'll learn how to start and finish weaves, explore different fibres and craft a range of simple and effective techniques. Drinks & sweet treats included.

£1,000 or more

Corporate Sponsor

You will get a special mention on my "About Us" page under "Contributors" for a year. As well as your logo with a link to your website being at the bottom of every newsletter for a year. You will get a range of Shiv Textiles products.

£2,500 or more

Corporate Sponsor

You will get a special mention on my "About Us" page under "Contributors" for 3 years. As well as your logo with a link to your website being at the bottom of every newsletter for 2 years. You will get a range of Shiv Textiles products and 15% off any future orders for 2 years.

£5,000 or more

Corporate Sponsor

You will get a special mention on my "About Us" page under "Contributors" for 5 years. As well as your logo with a link to your website being at the bottom of every newsletter for 3 years. You will get a range of Shiv Textiles products and you will get to enjoy 15% off any future orders for 2 years.

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