Welcome to 

Stitcherhood

A community of textile upcycling entrepreneurs who share a passion for addressing global textile waste with creative reuse.

What can I expect when I join?

Well, it is kinda like social media - but not really cause there is no advertising and no algorithm…  oh, and no trolls.  

There is a feed reminiscent of facebook where you can create and comment on posts, articles and polls.  You can share images and videos, links to your shop drops and interesting textile upcycling related content you find in your cyberspace travels.

You can sign up for workshops, masterminds, and Thrive Squads if you want to expand past the Stitcherhood basic membership.

Introducing THRIVES in Stitcherhood

If bulleted lists are more your speed, here is ours….

Stitcherhood MEMBERS ENJOY

  • Daily posts, prompts and polls
  • Professional and Member Profiles
  • Buy, Sell, Trade Materials Market
  • Member-Taught Classes and Workshops
  • Monthly Book Club
  • Live Stitch Hours and Accountability Groups
  • Weekly Livestreams
  • Early access to Rags to Riches Podcast
  • Inspiration, Connection and Creative High-Jinx

Easily managed memberships can be set up as recurring $17/month or $170/year billing.  PLUS we make it easy to change your membership whenever you need.

Tell me if this sounds like you:

You are a creative textile upcycling entrepreneur working really hard to make your business pay off and just need to know that it is possible to hit the income, impact and lifestyle goals you dream about.

You are a textile-centric creative professional sick of being part of the industry feeding our global textile waste crisis and are ready to turn this rig around to be part of our environmental solution by committing to upcycling.

You are so jazzed by the idea of environmentally-focused, creative self-employment that you can taste it, but you need a little guidance and support to build your confidence and momentum.

You are a creative textile upcycler super-stoked to find a posse of like-minded makers who share your environmental passion and creative spirit. You love to share your experience and knowledge and you are excited to find inspiration from a community that resonates.

For less than a cup of coffee with friends,  easily managed memberships are set up as recurring $17/month or $170/year billing.  PLUS we make it easy to change your membership whenever you need.

MEET YOUR MENTOR

Hi, I'm Crispina ffrench.
I'm in the business of helping textile upcyclers become successful entrepreneurs.

I'm a recycled textile activist, industry professional, and entrepreneur who has dedicated my life to using sustainable materials and recycling textiles. I've been doing this work for more than 35 years...long before anyone even uttered the words, "up-cycling" or "zero-waste."


My ultimate goal hosting Stitcherhood is to create a supportive community of textile upcycling entrepreneurs dedicated to reducing global textile waste and teaching by example. I've worked with some of the biggest names in textiles: Patagonia, Eileen Fisher, and Timberland, and share everything I know with recycled textile artists so they can become successful entrepreneurs. And save the world at the same time.

AS A MEMBER OF STITCHERHOOD, YOU'LL BE:

    • Surrounded by creative textile upcycling entrepreneurs from across the world with individual skill sets, experience and expertise
    • An integral part of a global shift toward careful consumption
    • Immersed in creative empowerment building momentum in consumption awareness
    • A celebrated part of our environmental solution

    Stitcherhood

    Addressing our global textile waste crisis with creative ingenuity.

    Stitcherhood is good for you

    • Scientists have proven that tapping into creativity builds confidence and self-esteem while reducing stress and anxiety. 
    • Textile Upcycling is accessible and does not require up front investment
    • Human connection and having fun are intrinsic to mental well-being.  
    • Building and growing a truly sustainable textile upcycling business teaches by example that we are able to make global impact with our careful choices.  

    Here's what members have to say about Stitcherhood:

    Stitcherhood Member Testimonial

    Sylvia B.

    (Entrepreneur)

    "Stitcherhood is the wholesome alternative to Facebook that I have been craving! It has all of the connection, the excitement of finding others with shared creative interests, and the potential to open up a whole planet's worth of social and professional networking opportunities...and *none* of the toxic algorithms. I love it here!!"

    Stitcherhood Member Testimonial

    Ruby D.

    (Member)

    "This community is literally an answered prayer. I am a team player, for me everything  magical happens in community. I am passionate about supporting others in achieving their goals, sharing resources and creating new futures."

    Stitcherhood Member Testimonial

    Charlotte B. (Member)

    "I am so excited to be a part of this lovely community. I feel as though I've waited a long time for something like this to come along."

    2023 Rags to Riches Textile Upcycling Summit Presenter Kathleen Tesnakis

    Kathleen T.

    (Entrepreneur & Summit Speaker)

    "I love that our recycling community is growing by leaps and bounds. I am so proud of what Crispina ffrench has created for everyone through Stitcherhood...Together we are changing the world."

    Stitcherhood

    Ready to be a Stitcherhood member?

    Are you a textile upcycler disrupting the landfill flow by harvesting value from the thrift stream?  Maybe you are creating new product using manufacturers’ waste, or small batch making from deadstock??  Honoring exquisite handwork in vintage textiles by reuse might be your jam....

    If you found yourself nodding YES to any of the questions above, I think you might've found your people! Join Stitcherhood for the inspiration, tutorials and support  stick around for the camaraderie, oh and to address global textile consumption.

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