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2C Bakers Ave
London, E17 9AW

Open for retail Fridays 10-4.30 and Saturdays 10-2.

Tel: 020 8539 3856

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Unit 7, The Sidings
London, E11 1HD

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🎄 Christmas & New Year Closing Dates 🎄 Please not 🎄 Christmas & New Year Closing Dates 🎄 Please note our holiday closing dates for this Christmas period: FRP Shop Last trading day: Thursday 19th December Reopening: Monday 6th January FRP Warehouse Last operating day: Friday 20th December Reopening: Thursday 9th January We’d like to thank all our customers for their continued support throughout the year and wish you a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! 🎅✨
We are pleased to announce that Forest Recycling P We are pleased to announce that Forest Recycling Project has received new funding from The National Lottery Community Fund to continue and expand our Green Champions work over the next five years. This funding will support the launch of two ten-week programmes delivered in small group settings: Championing Biodiversity, a carpentry programme focused on developing practical skills while supporting nature, and Patch and Repurpose, a sewing and textiles programme centred on creative reuse. In addition, the funding will enable the continued operation of the Walthamstow and Palmers Green Tool Libraries, and allow us to plan for the opening of a third community tool library in 2026. Follow us on our social media channels and sign up to our newsletter to learn more. Further information is available on our website. Link in BIO or www.frpuk.org/community-work/green-champions/ #nationallottery #nationallotterycommunityfund
Huge thanks to @samforsterassociates the paint don Huge thanks to @samforsterassociates the paint donation—keeping it out of landfill and putting it to good use! 🎨♻️ Come down and see what’s in stock!
✨ Big Coat Weather Fabric Event – Results Are In! ✨ Big Coat Weather Fabric Event – Results Are In! ✨ We’re thrilled to share that our November fabric event raised over £1200! 🎉 A huge THANK YOU to everyone who came along, supported us, and helped give our fabrics a second life. Every metre sold is a metre saved from landfill ♻️❤️ A special shoutout to Anita, our incredible Fabric Coordinator, our amazing volunteers, and all of our staff who worked so hard to make this event happen. We’re so grateful for you! 🙌💛 #BigCoatWeather #SustainableFashion #CommunityEvent #ThankYou #FabricRescue #CircularFashion
✨ December Drop-Ins – Come Get Festive With Us! ✨ ✨ December Drop-Ins – Come Get Festive With Us! ✨ We’re excited to invite you to our cosy Festive mending and upcycling drop-in sessions this December! Join us on 11th and 18th December, anytime between 11am and 4pm — no booking needed, just pop in when it suits you. 🎄🧵 We will finish at 4pm. We’ll be transforming small fabric scraps and leftover materials into unique Christmas and Festive Decorations. It’s the perfect chance to spark new ideas, meet lovely people, and chat with our amazing fabric mentor, Penny, about upcoming workshops. Come learn how to mend, fix, and creatively repurpose your old textiles. These free, hands-on workshops will teach you visible mending skills that reduce waste and celebrate mindful making. ♻️✨ ✨ Hand-sewing for adults 📅 When: 11 & 18 December 🕚 Time: Drop in between 11am–4pm 📍 Where: FRP Shop, 2c Bakers Avenue, E17 9AW Come along whenever you feel comfortable — we’d love to see you! 🎁 #upcycling #sustainabledecor #sustainablefabric #FRPReclaimed #FRP #walthamstowlife
The Scrap Project FRP is delighted to launch a ne The Scrap Project FRP is delighted to launch a new series of creative workshops! The Scrap Project is an exciting initiative funded by National Lottery Awards for All, designed to inspire our community to make the most of waste and scrap materials in fun and imaginative ways. Through a mix of individual and group activities, participants will build their sewing and making skills, enjoy social and wellbeing opportunities, and make a positive impact on the environment. Local residents are invited to join us in a warm, inclusive space where everyone can share ideas, learn new techniques, and transform scrap fabrics into something new—helping to divert materials from landfill. We’re also proud to continue offering Patch and Repurpose, funded by the North London Waste Authority. This project introduces beginners to sewing and creative mending, empowering them with skills to reduce textile waste. Anyone who has taken part in Patch and Repurpose is welcome to join The Scrap Project to continue their creative journey, deepen their connection with the community, and support FRP’s sustainability mission.  Please take a look at the photos of the wonderful creations made by our participants. If you’d like to join an upcoming workshop, feel free to email us at info@frpuk.org. Stay tuned for details on how you can take part in our December workshops!
Waltham Forest's Festival of Reuse and Repair The Waltham Forest's Festival of Reuse and Repair The Reuse and Repair Fair is coming next to Walthamstow Saturday 15 November, 12-4pm ​FREE ENTRY ​​Venue: Big Creative Academy, Clifton Ave, E17 6HL​​
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♻️ Waltham Forest Reuse & Repair Fair! ♻️ Join us ♻️ Waltham Forest Reuse & Repair Fair! ♻️ Join us for the final fair of the year — a fun, free community event celebrating creativity, sustainability, and local repair skills! 💚 ✨ Discover practical and eco-friendly ways to give your everyday items a second life. 🔧 Meet the amazing fixers, makers, and repairers from across Waltham Forest! 🧵 What’s on: • Free Give & Take Swap (donations welcome from 11:30am) • Electronics Repair Café • Bike Repairs • Clothes Mending Station • Sewing Machine Maintenance Workshop • Re-animate Your Lifeless Jewellery Workshop • Hands-on activities for all ages Commissioned by @lbwalthamforest Council’s Climate Emergency Team and produced by @artillery_arts in partnership with @forestrecyclingproject Forest Recycling Project, @forest.fixers Forest Fixers, and @walthamstowtoylibrary Leytonstone & Walthamstow Toy Library. 🌱 Come along, repair, reuse, and reconnect with your community! #WalthamForest #ReuseAndRepair #Sustainability #CommunityEvent #RepairFair #CircularEconomy #EcoLiving #FixDontThrow
❄️ Big Coat Weather is Here! 🧥 Winter’s rolling in ❄️ Big Coat Weather is Here! 🧥 Winter’s rolling in — and the fabric guys at FRP have you covered… literally! We’ve just had a dreamy drop of luxury woollen fabrics — think melton wool in 8 new shades, textured weaves, checks, and more 😍 Sourced from some of the finest European mills (yep, the same ones that supply high-end fashion brands 👀). Join us for our Special Fabric Event: 📅 Friday 14th & Saturday 15th November 📍2C Bakers Ave London, E17 9AW Shop these stunning fabrics by the metre, browse our vintage patterns, and get inspired for all your cosy winter makes! 🧵 Don’t miss it — once they’re gone, they’re gone! #FRPFabrics #FabricEvent #SewistsOfInstagram #WinterSewing #LuxuryFabrics #SustainableSewing #WoolFabric #SewingCommunity #FabricAddict #Sewcial
🧵💚 Fabric Sale Success! 💚🧵 A huge thank you to ev 🧵💚 Fabric Sale Success! 💚🧵 A huge thank you to everyone who supported our recent fabric sale! 🙌 Together, we saved over 70kg of fabric from going to landfill ♻️ — and raised over £700 to support FRP’s community and sustainability work! 🌍✨ A special shoutout to Anita, our amazing colleagues, and all the volunteers who helped make it happen — we couldn’t have done it without you! 💪👏 Every metre of fabric sold helps reduce waste, fund our projects, and keep materials in use for longer. #FabricSale #Sustainability #TextileReuse #WasteReduction #CircularEconomy #EcoFriendly #Upcycling #CommunitySupport #FRP #SaveFromLandfill #SustainableLiving #ReuseRecreate #GreenFuture #VolunteersRock
✂️ Patch & Repurpose Workshops – Free Community Se ✂️ Patch & Repurpose Workshops – Free Community Sessions! Discover the joy of repairing, reusing, and reviving your old textiles! Join us for five creative afternoons in Upper Edmonton, where sustainability meets community and hands-on making. Whether you're completely new to sewing or already confident with a needle and thread, these relaxed workshops are for all skill levels. 🌿 What You'll Learn - Simple and creative mending techniques - How to extend the life of your clothes and textiles - Visible mending and upcycling skills - Tips on making the most of materials you already have at home - All sewing equipment and starter materials are provided. 🤝 Why Join? Friendly, welcoming sessions Learn new skills in a supportive environment Meet like-minded people and local community groups Reduce waste and support sustainable living 📍 Workshop Details Location: Living Room Library, Fore Street, Upper Edmonton, N18 2XF When: Wednesdays, 2:30pm – 4:30pm Cost: Free Note: Please be aware this workshop takes place in a new location - UPPER EDMONTON. ✅ How to Sign Up Email: info@frpuk.org Call: 020 8539 3856 (Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9am–3pm) Spaces are limited — book your place today!
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  • About Us
    • Team
    • Strategy
    • Annual Reports and Accounts
  • Community Work
    • Waltham Forest Reuse and Repair Directory
    • Green Champions
    • Patch and Repurpose – teaching sewing skills
    • The Scrap Project
    • Greening Projects
    • Zero waste hub
    • WTL Summer Activity Grants
  • Paint
  • Wood
  • Fabric
  • Tool Libraries
    • Walthamstow Tool Library
    • Palmers Green Tool Library
  • Join Us
    • Volunteer
    • Green Champions Foundation
    • Work with us
  • Events
  • Contact Us
    • Contact Us
    • Find Us
    • Join our Mailing List
  • DONATE