In the UK alone, we produce over 200,000 tonnes of textile waste every year. On average, 25% of garments in fashion retail remain unsold and less than 1% of products are recycled into new garments, according to The Business of Fashion.

As algorithms become ever-more expert at directing our diminutive attention spans away from what we’re supposed to be doing and reflexively reaching to our wallets; the resurgence of a certain strain of creatives, favouring craft over quick-scale production, could not be a more welcome antidote to our obsession with newness.

From up-cycled quilts, to reworked linens, to statement lampshades reborn through delicate painterly designs. We take you through some of our favourite new designers, favouring process over productivity.

Below, the creators whose designs and process we think are worth far more than a click’s worth of intrigue…

Marina Patalano

Marina’s cleverly crafted, outlandish designs are a feast for the eyes. Her work is built upon the political and the aesthetic; incorporating and preserving storytelling, folklore, oral tradition, and craft through creation.

Her designs are story tellers of the cautionary, speculative, existential and mythical; representing the world that we live in and our position within it.

Her designs only use vintage fabrics. Each piece is different, being a part of a slow production approach to craft; she says, “I enjoy cutting into cloth from the past knowing I have one chance to let it exist in the present.”

You can keep up to speed with Marina’s latest work, here.

Again and Again

Peckham-based ‘Again and Again’ is a slow fashion creative focusing on rejuvenating unused clothing through silk-screen printing, aiming to create beautiful, affordable clothing without production lines and minimal waste processes.

Their affinity for colour, print and process is evident in the strikingly printed designs. The design team recently gave a rare glimpse into the artistry of their process, sharing footage of their silkscreen painting workshop on Instagram.

You can shop their latest collection here.

Minnie Peck

Artist and homeware designer, Minnie Peck, will breathe new life and light into your living space with her exquisite painterly lampshades.

Minnie’s beautiful hand-painted designs are the result of her expert craft, working with paint and brush on textured surfaces. Her painted lampshades transform simple light-linen shades into works of art that truly light up a space.

Minnie also creates wall art in her distinctive style; from abstracted flower and tree paintings to intricately woven textile art.

Minnie’s designs are created upon request through her Instagram page, here.

Sophie Lincoln Design

Sophie is a recent MA graduate from The London College of Fashion, selling handmade clothes through her Instagram, Depop, and by commission.

Her recent MA project, inspired by Angela Carter’s ‘Wise Children’ is a masterclass in all things frilly. The project was performed live as part of London Fashion Week, her designs coming to life in a kaleidoscopic dance of voluminous cotton and lace ruffles.

Sophie’s creations include custom made minis, beautiful bow-tied-shoulder tops and, a personal favourite, her hand sewn halter neck crops with faux fur-lined necklines – ideal for any summertime music event.

Rosie Gore

Rosie is an interior designer specialising in crafting beautiful hand-painted homewares. Rosie’s unique homeware designs, revived vintage, painted prints and hand sewn pieces are the perfect contrast of pastels and vibrant block colour.

You can shop Rosie’s designs here and she takes custom requests through her Instagram.

Kaspar Studio

Barbora creates her hand-crafted and delightfully unique designs from a barn-converted studio in the Peak District. Her creations are intentionally multi-purpose, non-gender and non-season specific.

All of her designs are made to order and made to measure. Barbora sources her fabrics based on what is available from second-hand and vintage fabric stores. She favours sustainable hand-dyeing processes, using coffee, for example, and will use excess fabrics for binding to prevent waste. An item can take between 1-2 days to create, from start-to-finish.

You can shop Barbora’s latest collection here.

Ann.Tiques

Boasting one of the most exquisite antique glassware collections in South London (and on Instagram), Annie’s curation of wonderfully fun glassware ranges from wiggly stemmed wine glasses, to retro Vereco tempered glass cups and saucers.

This sustainably sourced glassware and vintage interiors company is an expert example of craft curation in its finest form.

You can find Annie’s curation of crafted homewares on Instagram, or in person at South London Makers Market.

Freya Simone

Freya Simone’s eponymous brand is built on the belief that the future of fashion will come from the past. Freya herself crafts the beautiful up-cycled puffers, quilted patchwork dresses and stripe totes, by hand and all exclusively from vintage textiles, with zero waste.

You can shop her latest collection or contact for commissions here.

The Resurgence of Artisan Design: Our Favourite Slow Fashion and Interior Creators