Upcoming events.
150 Years of Liberty - The Patchwork Collective
Image: Embroidered & Beaded Square by Chloe Haywood
Photography: Chloe Haywood London
Liberty is celebrating 150 years of business by a huge patchwork installation in Liberty of London from 9th May to 24th July.
Chloe is delighted to be a part of this project and you can find out more on where you can find her square and how to visit HERE
Summer Exhibition ‘English Country Garden’
The very first Summer Exhibition in the Rocket and Bird Gallery!
“The magic of an English Country Garden” will run from July 31st - September 15th and will feature a selection of South West artists.
Rocket and Bird
50 St James Street
Taunton
Somerset TA1 1JR
Retold Fashion Presents: Preloved and Vintage Fashion Fair
RETOLD Fashion presents another Preloved and Vintage Fashion Fair on Sunday 28th September 2025
REWARDROBE joins again with a large range of ex costume garments from Film, TV, Circus and Theatre!
Venue: Silk Mill Studios, Frome, Somerset
Time: 11-2pm
Door: £2 (cash but can take card too)
Super Seconds Festival October 2025
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Artisan Market at Bishops Palace
The 2025 Christmas Artisan Market at Bishops Palace is back!
This is one of the Christmas fairs I’ve wanted to take part in for a while, so I’m thriled to have been selected this year.
I’ll be joined by over 70 local traders and makers where you’re guaranteed to find lots of gift ideas for Christmas.
There’ll also be music on both days provided by local choirs and instrumental groups to add to your enjoyment - to be announced soon…
The address for the event is
Off Market Place (through The Bishop’s Eye entrance)
Wells
Somerset
BA5 2PD
Saturday Nov 8th: Open 10-4pm
Sunday Nov 9th: Open 10am-4pm
Admission
Your reduced price day admission ticket includes entrance to the Artisan Market, Palace and gardens; a great deal compared to the standard day ticket entrance.
Please note that the Annual Ticket (green or white pass) and Historic House cards are not valid for this event. You will need to purchase a ticket online or on the day to enter the Palace and gardens. Palace Members are free to enter as normal. Ticket link coming soon!
This is a fundraising event for the Palace Trust.
Adult – £8
Child (5 – 17 years) – £4
Under 5s – Free
Great Big Green Week - Everyone Needs Pockets
Book your tickets now to join our summer Big Green Week get together where we’ll explore whether Up cycling and buying second-hand is the future of fashion.
Hear talks from Chloe Haywood and Gemma Metheringham followed by a Q&A.
Chloe Haywood is a British designer with a passion for sustainability and circular design, known for her work with waste materials and her involvement in the events services industry, particularly in wardrobe departments and costume waste management with her initiative Rewardrobe.
Gemma Metheringham is a researcher, writer, consultant, and advocate for secondhand fashion, dedicated to exploring how the growth of the fashion resale market can contribute to reducing the fashion industry’s overall carbon emissions.
We’ll finish the morning with a share a dish lunch.
Please bring along a dish to share marked up with allergens.
Free hot drinks will be provided!
We will also have a haberdashery, fabric and (textile related) book swap.
Please bring along any items you’d like to swap. Donations are welcome to help support the work we do at Everyone Needs Pockets and our future events. We’ll be accepting both cash and card on the day.
Doors open from 9.30am for cup of tea and we will start at 10am.
Bath Fashion Festival - POSTPONED
Blossoming Bridgwater shows at Bath Fashion Festival
An immersive celebration of fashion designed to give fashion fans a close-up experience of a vibrant, thriving industry.
You can expect to see:
Our Showstopping catwalk
Fashion Icon Interviews
Pop-up designer shops
Expert panel talks
Fashion Exhibtion
Interactive brand experience
International and national fashion brands
Emerging talent
Industry insight
All in the glorious surrounds of the Holburne Museum
Saturday 7th June - Book reduced tickets at £12.50 (thanks to SEED Sedgemoor) BOOK HERE
Sunday 8th June Standard tickets ON SALE NOW
Seasons Fashion Show
Seasons - Fashion Show
A new event for Bridgwater and a first!
Two nights of fashion from European, UK and West Country designers, featuring a performance from Nurry Lee in her Blossoming Bridgwater skirt made by the community of Bridgwater and designed by Chloe Haywood from Royal Ballet and Opera textile offcuts.
Friday 30th May @ 7:30pm - 9:45pm
Saturday 31st May @ 7:30pm- 9:45pm
Ticket price: £5
Photo credit: Edward J Felton
Retold Fashion Presents: Preloved and Vintage Fashion Fair
RETOLD Fashion presents another Preloved and Vintage Fashion Fair on Sunday 11th May 2025
REWARDROBE joins for the first time with a large range of ex costume garments from Film, TV, Circus and Theatre!
Venue: Silk Mill Studios, Frome, Somerset
Time: 11-2pm
Door: £2 (cash but can take card too)
Final Workshop for Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Thursday May 1st: 11-1pm
FREE ticket thanks to the
At Angel Place Shopping Centre, 25 Angel Crescent, Bridgwater TA6 3TQ
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Thursday April 10th: 2-5pm (Limited spaces)
FREE ticket *LIMITED places so book early to avoid disappointment
At Mingle Cafe, 70-72 St John St, Bridgwater TA6 5HY
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday April 5th: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday March 29th: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday March 22nd: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday March 15th: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday March 8th: Open workshop 12am-4pm
with SPECIAL GUEST International concert pianist Nurry Lee
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER (TBC)
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Thursday Feb 27th: 6-8pm (Limited spaces)
FREE ticket (which includes one welcome drink on arrival) Please note that tickets are limited so please book early to avoid disappointment
At SL-ATE Concept Store & Cafe, 1 Clare St, Bridgwater TA6 3EN
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday Feb 15th: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
Blossoming Bridgwater
Blossoming Bridgwater is a collaborative fashion and textiles project that invites the local community to join a series of open workshops and contribute directly to creating an original stunning, multilayered skirt. This unique piece will reflect the Bridgwater communitys' collective thoughts and feelings on their environment.
To enhance this celebratory design, we are planning to hold a gala event (which you're all invited to - details to come soon) to combine other creative artforms such as music (with more in the pipeline) to make this project grow and grow...
Open to all, Blossoming Bridgwater aims to break down barriers to the arts, making them accessible and relatable while fostering creativity and connection. Led by Chloë Haywood, who has worked for over 15 years upcycling and repurposing textiles and is so looking forward to sharing her skills with you.
Everyone is welcome (of all skills) to come and leave their mark on this original and very unique project!
To find out more about Chloe and this incredible project, please follow us on Instagram
Saturday Feb 8th: Open workshop 11am-4pm
At Angel Place, SEED Pop Up, Bridgwater, Somerset TA6 3ER
MCR Green Summit
Greater Manchester Green Summit returns to the Lowry Theatre, Salford Quays on Monday 9th December 2024.
Hosted by the Mayor of Greater Manchester, Andy Burnham, the event will see delegates meet and network with others determined to drive change and help the city-region meet its ambitious goals for the environment, with panels, workshops networking and exhibition stands showcasing challenges, solutions and opportunities.
The Removed (Screening Plus Q&A)
The Removed is a short film shot locally in West Melbury, starring Call The Midwife’s Georgie Glen and Bridgerton’s Tom Christian.
In England and Wales between 1949 and 1976, 185,000 babies were removed from their mostly young unmarried mothers. The film examines the lifelong effects of forced adoption and one woman’s search for a lost past.
Writer and Director, Rebecca Rose says: “I have been working with an incredible group who are campaigning for a formal apology from the UK government for the part it played in the historic injustice of forced adoption. Some of these women will be joining us at the screening.”
Run time: 10 minutes. After the film has been shown there will be a Q&A with the director and crew members.
Tickets: Free, but please book your seat using the link below. Age 12+
Nyland Fair
The 2024 Nyland Manor Christmas Fair is back!
This will be the fourth time I’ve taken part in this beautiful event, which is now back in beautifully cosy Nyland House, just outside Cheddar.
I’ll be joined by lots of other local traders and makers where you’re guaranteed to find lots of gift ideas for Christmas!
The fair will feature over 100 festive stalls, street food, a bar on Friday night, and a cafe on Saturday. The event will also support several charities, including the Memusi Foundation, which builds and funds schools in Magadi, Kenya.
The address for the event is Nyland Manor, Draycott Road, Cheddar, BS27 3RP
Friday Nov 8th: Open 5pm-9pm
Saturday Nov 9th: Open 9am to 5pm
“Pull My Thread” Exhibition
Image: ContiNEWity (Skirt) by Chloe Haywood
Photography: Michael Donald
Model: Lucy Hartland-Mann
Venue: Zig Zag Building, Glastonbury
‘Pull My Thread’ Exhibition by Blue Patch
An exhibition of sustainable textiles from Blue Patch, the UK’s Sustainable Business Community.
The exhibition captures the creative spirit of the new green economy and the ethos of Blue Patch’s collection of sustainable businesses. From couture to hand weave, upcycling to bio-textiles, 24 makers and creatives will examine the relationship betweensustainability and our new, green ‘collaborative’ economy.
Blue Patch members will exhibit innovative ways to produce sustainable textiles aimed at creating industry and environmental change. Displays include everything from a new bio fleece harvested from bulrushes to radical couture created from textiles donated by the Royal Opera House.
Allan Brown’s iconic Nettle Dress and short film, demonstrating the philosophy of slow spinning and weaving, will be on display alongside a small handbag, or reticule, that belonged to John Ruskin’s mother, Margaret (1781 – 1871). The bag’s elegant knotwork was expertly knitted from plant fibres and embroidered with coloured flowers.
Howard Hull, Director of Brantwood, commented:
“Ruskin reminds manufacturers that the things they make and how they make them determines the nature of everyone’s world. The attention to thoughtful manufacture by Blue Patch makers makes them champions of social justice and environmental responsibility. That they achieve this by creating products of inspiring beauty is all the more remarkable. We are delighted to have Blue Patch at Brantwood.”
Blue Patch founder and the exhibition curator, Jane Langley notes:
“Reading Ruskin’s ‘Unto This Last’ is like chatting with an old friend. I like to think he would ‘get Blue Patch’ because 100% of our revenue is dedicated to educating and supporting the growth of the local sustainable economy in the UK and Ireland. I would give anything to discuss our mission with Ruskin himself – maybe as we gazed across the lake at Old Man of Coniston from the terrace at Brantwood!
Exhibitors
Madder Cutch & Co., Newton Paisley, Dalston Dolls, Erika Janavi, Judi Archer, Laura’s Loom, Hedgerow Couture, Flax Project CIC, Ponda.bio, Kathleen Mullaniff, Julia Langley, Shape Furniture, Chloe Haywood London, Rocworx, The Stitch Society, Karen Quickfall, Social Socks, Sustainable Rope, Kathleen Mullaniff, Newton Paisley, Jennifer Wright, Meg Rahaim and Zoë Burt.
“The Removed” (Film) Pre-Production
Chloe Haywood joins Swift Rocket Films as Sustainable Costume Designer following their award winning debut film WAKE (Alison Steadman).
Starring: George Glen (Call the Midwife, The Crown, Mrs Brown) and Tom Christian (Bridgerton, Gangs of London, Mr Selfridge)
To support the project please CLICK HERE
Super Seconds Festival
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