Natural materials chosen for their good looks, exceptional performance and lighter footprint – helping you make clothes you'll love for longer.

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Build Your Plastic-Free Toolkit for Less

This Plastic-Free July, start your own plastic-free sewing toolkit with a selection of natural elastics at special prices.

Stock your stash and don't be caught out when you need that perfect finishing touch for your next project.

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Restock | Maker's Tools

Enhance your making experience with gorgeous maker's tools + notions. Handcrafted in Japan using traditional craft industries.

Old favourites restocked and new items added.

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Our Vision

We believe the materials we sew with matter – not just how they look and feel, but how they are made and what happens to them at the end of their life.

That’s why we source high-quality, plastic-free alternatives designed with their full lifecycle in mind – from fibre to finished garment + beyond.

By making thoughtful materials more accessible, we hope to support a slower, more mindful approach to making and dressing.

Read Our Story

Trusted by Makers

  • "Sews very nicely and is just as strong as polyester thread from what I’ve experienced"

  • "This is probably the best tape I've ever used..."

  • "Love it. Great Structure and feels like it will last a long time..."

  • Creamy white corozo sewing buttons scattered on matching fabric swatch

    "Beautiful, simple buttons that set off my shirt"

No Guesswork, Just Better Materials

Every fabric, thread, button and trim we stock is assessed against our sourcing criteria. We look beyond marketing claims, considering factors like fibre content, certifications, traceability, durability and responsible manufacturing practices.

Our goal isn't perfection. It's helping makers make more informed choices with confidence.

ON THE BLOG

  • The Story Behind Cohana | A celebration of craft

    The Story Behind Cohana | A celebration of craft

    There is a long tradition within Japanese craft philosophy of finding beauty in everyday functional objects, something that also resonates strongly with our own philosophy on crafting clothes. Cohana's collection...

    The Story Behind Cohana | A celebration of craft

    There is a long tradition within Japanese craft philosophy of finding beauty in everyday functional objects, something that also resonates strongly with our own philosophy on crafting clothes. Cohana's collection...

  • A Quick Guide | Choosing the Right Thread for Your Fabric

    A Quick Guide | Choosing the Right Thread for Y...

    Choosing thread isn’t just a technical decision – it’s part of the overall character of a garment. Pairing natural fabrics with natural or cellulose-derived threads can create a softer, more...

    A Quick Guide | Choosing the Right Thread for Y...

    Choosing thread isn’t just a technical decision – it’s part of the overall character of a garment. Pairing natural fabrics with natural or cellulose-derived threads can create a softer, more...

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