Welcome to episode 38 of the Where Does It Come From? Podcast. I’m Jo Salter, your podcast host, and founder of ethical clothing brand Where Does It Come From?
In this episode I'm chatting with Allan Brown, a local and natural fibre enthusiast based in Brighton, and star of the film 'The Nettle Dress' which has been showing in cinemas around the UK and beyond.
Join me in this the first half of our two-part dialogue as we explore Allan's journey from artist to crafter as he discovered the power of growing and harvesting different fibres as well as dyes, and food from the earth itself.
Follow Allan's story in local fabric production, from the soil to the skills of artisanal craftsmanship, encompassing the entire lifecycle of fabric creation, from cultivation and harvest to weaving and dyeing. In this episode, Allan shares his thoughts and experiences, shedding light on the interconnections between land, labour, and legacy. His journey serves as a testament to the boundless potential of regenerative practices in fostering resilience and abundance within our communities. The second half of our conversation, in which we explore the creation of the Nettle Dress and the film of the same name, will be shared in the next episode.
Links:
Where Does It Come From? - https://www.wheredoesitcomefrom.co.uk
The Nettle Dress Film - https://linktr.ee/nettledressfilm
Allan Brown on instagram - https://www.instagram.com/hedgerow.couture/
#nettledress #localfibres #flax #hemp #wool #nettle #allotment #growyourown #thepowerofsoil #localproduction #nettlefabric
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