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Behind the Stitch: Why Chemical Standards and Upcycling Define Mabel Green Studio
Discover why fabric safety standards matter for your home and wardrobe. Learn how Mabel Green Studio uses Oeko-Tex certified French Oilcloth and reworked men's shirts to create beautiful, sustainable, and toxin-free pieces right here in England.

Louise Sleigh
Aug 115 min read


Why I Upgraded to a Highlead GC0318-1 Industrial Sewing Machine
This post shares the arrival of my new industrial sewing machine and the way it’s reshaping my studio. I’m documenting the reconfiguration of the space—from built‑in cabinetry to fresh decoration—and how the upgraded setup is creating a more efficient, intentional workspace for the work I do at Mabel Green Studio.

Louise Sleigh
Aug 75 min read


Learning to Sew Before the Internet — A Look Inside a 1960s Sewing Book
Inside the pages of a 1960s sewing book, I found the techniques and confidence that still guide my studio work now. A small piece of sewing history worth revisiting.

Louise Sleigh
May 72 min read


Behind the Seams: Sewing Studio Tour
A glimpse behind the seams: the tools, materials, and small studio rituals that guide my making practice.

Louise Sleigh
May 42 min read
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