Sew, Create, Celebrate: The Stitch Festival Returns
Mark your calendars! From 20th to 23rd March 2025, The Stitch Festival is set to bring a vibrant celebration of textiles, dressmaking, and craft to London. Originally launched in 2020, the festival has grown into an event for all sewing and textile enthusiasts across the UK. Designed to offer a fresh, modern experience for makers of all kinds, attendees can immerse themselves in a world of colour and creativity, exploring everything from macramé and cross-stitch to needlecraft and sewing.
Grace Whowell of Beyond Measure at The Stitch Festival
The Stitch Festival is an interactive hub of inspiration and learning. With over 150 exhibitors, visitors will have the chance to browse and buy specialist craft supplies, fabrics, and patterns from independent brands and established designers. The festival will also host a packed schedule of hands-on workshops, free demonstrations, and expert-led talks covering a range of textile arts.
Liberty 150 Years of Print Heritage: SS25 - Retold Collection
A major feature of this year’s festival is the celebration of Liberty Fabrics' 150th anniversary. Since its founding by Arthur Lasenby Liberty in 1875, Liberty has been synonymous with craftsmanship, imaginative storytelling, and world-class textile design. To mark this milestone, the festival will host a special catwalk on Saturday 22nd March at 1.45pm on the Stitch Stage, tracing the evolution of Liberty’s iconic designs through the decades. As one of the festival’s sponsors, Liberty Fabrics brings its rich legacy to The Stitch Festival, offering attendees a unique opportunity to experience its heritage up close.
The cast of the BBC's Great British Sewing Bee, feat. Patrick Grant (far right)
Other festival highlights include an appearance by Patrick Grant, the renowned designer and judge from the BBC's The Great British Sewing Bee, as well as The Stitch Lounge, where attendees can bring their projects to life with expert guidance. Daily Catwalk Shows will feature handmade garments and the latest in textile fashion, while the Stitch It! Competition will invite visitors to showcase their textile creativity. The Indie Biz Village will support small businesses and independent makers, adding to the festival’s dynamic marketplace of creativity and craftsmanship.
Crafters at The Stitch Festival 2024, with exhibiter Katie Jones
Whether you’re looking to restock your craft supplies, learn new techniques, or simply soak in the creative atmosphere, with free talks, live demonstrations, and hands-on activities, there’s no shortage of inspiration.
To be part, head to the Stitch Festival website to book your tickets and be a part of this exciting celebration of craft and creativity.
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Further Information:
The Stitch Festival takes place between 20th and 23rd of March 2025, at The Business Design Centre, London.
Book your entry and workshop tickets here: The Stitch Festival
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Image Credits:
Lead Image: Liberty Fabrics
1: Courtesy of The Stitch Festival
2: Liberty Fabrics
3: BBC UK
4: Courtesy of The Stitch Festival