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Learn more about Clare Sams, our 2023 Environmentalist in Residence.

“Throughout my residency I became aware of the unique nature of the spaces offered by Suffolk Community Libraries to local communities. As a place of learning, they were an invaluable space to discuss the environmental impact of fashion and textiles. Most importantly the libraries serve as safe spaces which offer a supportive and welcoming environment for everyone in the community.”

In the UK shoppers buy more clothing per capita than any other country in Europe. Millions of tonnes of clothing are manufactured, bought, and then thrown away every year for the sake of fashion.

A staggering 300,000 tonnes of unwanted fashion and textiles ends up in UK household waste, going straight to landfill without being reused or recycled. During her residency Clare Sams hosted workshops which drew attention to this significant issue, by sharing her skills on how to repurpose and repair clothing to give it another life.

Mending and Repair by Clare Sams

A fascinating glimpse into Clare’s experiences of working across different libraries in Suffolk and highlights how community spaces provide a platform for teaching sustainability through fashion. Borrow a copy of Mending and Repair pe Catalogul Bibliotecilor Comunitare Suffolk, free with your library card, or read the online PDF version of her book.