A paradigm shift

Radically and regeneratively reshaping the way we do fibres and fashion

South West England Fibreshed is part of a global movement of regional initiatives that are rebuilding local, equitable textile and clothing systems based on agroecological farming and soil to soil production. 

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About SWE Fibreshed

A community of fibre and dye growers, processors, makers and manufacturers

We are reimagining how the South West can produce home-grown textiles and garments in a more healthy and resilient ecosystem.

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New for 2024

Explore our brand new guide Farming Fashion: Wool.

A fibreshed guide to localising our clothing system.

Packed with case studies, interviews and useful resources. Launched at Oxford Real Farming Conference, January 2024. 

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Meet our newest producers

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The Rushlade Wool Company

Raw fleece and yarn direct from our Devon Farm
Ashburton

Kulu Textiles

Botanically dyed wool and woven products from our Shropshire flock.
Shepton Mallet

Raw Wool Company Ltd.

Undyed yarn that celebrates it's amazing lustre and shine
Cornwall

Gullet Farm

A certified organic farm growing wool in Devon
Devon

The Woolgatherers Workshop

Beautiful knitwear and re-energising traditional farming
Dartmoor

Gutchpool Farm

An award-winning flock of sheep creating super soft wool
Dorset

Dartmoor Wool

Fleece and yarn from naturally coloured Shetland and Jacobs sheep
Devon

PIGMENT Organic Dyes

Organic natural dye business growing plants and people
Devon

Kerswell Farm

Woven blankets, throws & scarves from grassland sheep
Devon

Woolmatters Fibre Co.

Creating local and natural fibre yarns using wild plant colour
Clevedon

Susannah Mitchell

Natural dye studio working with native rare breeds and alpaca
Padstow

The Woven Briar

Unique pieces woven from wool and the wild on Exmoor
Exmoor
how to get involved

We work with farmers, growers, designers, brands, teachers and tutors

For brands & business

Reimagine how you design based on the natural resources available.
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For education

Educational resources and opportunities for immersive learning.
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Become a member

Join our growing community and supply network.
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In the press

further reading

Blog articles from our fibreshed

Thought pieces as well as updates on Bursary-funded projects being carried out by members. 

Blog Articles
Maintenance of and Training on Hattersley Warping Mill
Blog Articles
Scoping a South West England Regional Yarn 
Blog Articles
Creating Cotmarsh Tannery, with James Allen
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The Art and Science of Leather Tanning: A Journey of Learning and Tradition
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Building ground-up momentum to radically and regeneratively reshape the way we do fibres and fashion in the UK.

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