North is Now — Fabric of the North

Curated by Fabric of the North, the inaugural North is Now pop-up will run 29 April – 8 May 2023 at TYRO (studios) in Bradford, Shipley. The 10-day event will shine a light on 25 independent Northern brands who represent the best in contemporary design in the North today. You can discover the stories of many of the featured brands in the articles below.

North is Now.

Fabric of the North is delighted to announce the inaugural North is Now pop-up shop, curated by our founder Kate Baxter, and hosted by TYRO (studios) in Shipley, West Yorkshire.

A passion for paper.

There is something incredibly comforting — and reassuringly nostalgic — about physical stationery products in a world that has become increasingly digital.

Movement matters.

It’s widely accepted that physical activity helps boost your self esteem, sleep quality and energy levels, but what do you do if your body doesn’t fit society’s preconceived notion of a “fitness physique” and finding activewear suited to your lifestyle

Size-inclusive fashion for all.

In the wake of yesterday’s damning IPCC report, more people than ever are waking up to the reality of shady greenwashing tactics from big name brands, particularly in the fashion world.

3 considered Northern brands for mindful gifting.

Black Friday ‘deals’ may be in full swing, but with many waking up to the fact that the event merely promotes unsustainable consumption, hopefully it’s a seasonal event we will soon see the back of.

Timeless tools for your journey.

“AJOTO was born out of both love and frustration,” says co-founders of the precision engineered pen brand, Chris Holden and Marta Verdes-Montenegro.

3 Northern candle brands to scent your home this winter.

The shortening days and descent of gloomier Northern skies can only mean one thing: candle season is upon us! The UK is one of the world’s biggest scented candle markets, with The Independent reporting in early 2019 that Brits spend

Styled image of Ede rollerball collection balancing on two rocks

A sense of wellbeing, for a new age.

Self care and wellbeing have been brought to the fore in recent months, as we all grapple with life in the wake of Covid 19. One of the biggest collective takes from lockdown has been the need to prioritise self-care

Close up of hands holding up a yellow water jug, with focus on dainty gold ring on finger

Earth aware and made by hand.

Organic, textured, and subtle. If bold statement jewellery is not your thing, then never fear. Considered, minimal and eco-conscious adornment is also a rising trend that is surely here to stay.