by Lisa Smith | Jul 25, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Recycled Clothing Ideas
Updated report findings show we still have a long way to go. WRAP’s Textiles Market Situation Report (TMSR) was first published in 2016, with a second edition in 2019. The report delivered a deep-dive into economic trends impacting on the re-use and recycling of key...
by Lisa Smith | Jun 7, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Clothing Bins
So, which items should we be more cautious of when it comes to recycling our clothes? As concern for the proper disposal of clothing waste grows, many consumers are turning towards recycling their old garments instead of discarding them. However, not all clothing...
by Lisa Smith | May 20, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Clothing Bins
In response to the detrimental effects of fast fashion, are brands ready to change their approach for the sake of our environment? With a noticeable slow-down in production, simplified supply chains, and a shift in mindful consumption to mitigate environmental impact,...
by Lisa Smith | Feb 5, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Charity, Recycled Clothing Ideas
As our winter weather worsens with torrential rain and plummeting temperatures, this genuinely poses a life-threatening challenge to our homeless community. Homelessness isn’t always a choice; it is mainly a series of uncontrollable external factors that include lack...
by Lisa Smith | Jan 22, 2024 | Better textile recycling, Charity, Charity Fund Raising, Clothing Bins
Projections indicate a sustained cost of living crisis extending possibly until 2028, causing heightened apprehension amongst fundraisers. Are you an organisation who chooses a charity of the year? Are you finding it harder to get your supporters to part with their...
by Lisa Smith | Dec 7, 2023 | Better textile recycling, Charity, Charity Fund Raising, Recycled Clothing Ideas
Textiles recycling supports charity organisations, reduces the strain on our planet and provides vital support services According to the most recent Charities Aid Foundation report for 2023, and from over 13,000 interviews conducted, over half (55%) had not recently...
