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Swapping clothing—and mindsets

I never would have thought that a cool-looking shaggy black jacket would look good on me, but now I have one in my closet. What happened? I picked one up during the Hornsey Vale Community Centre’s inaugural clothing swap and put it on for a laugh. I got enough “oohs,” “aahs” …

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Hornsey Vale helps give clothes a second life with Traid partnership

Nestled within the heart of Hornsey Vale Community Centre lies a treasure trove of second-hand clothing—a Traid donation point. This bustling hub is more than just a place to drop off old clothes; it’s a vital link in Traid’s mission to transform high street fashion and empower communities around the …

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We got sewing with Traid!

A very wet and miserable Friday afternoon proved the perfect excuse to hide out in our Small Hall and get sewing! The Draught Excluder Workshop on 1 March 2024 was a free community event facilitated by Traid in partnership with the London Borough of Haringey. Participants learnt how to sew their own draught excluder …

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