Thank You

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported this little venture.  What started back in June 2014, has brought me years of joy creating handmade pieces, meeting lovely people and changing my relationship with clothes, strengthening my connection to nature and to my local community but it's time to move on.  I have loved it and can't believe it's been 11 years since I started.  Over the last few years I have juggled FairPlay with part-time teaching, working for a local night shelter, running a community clothing exchange and spinning the plates that come along with family life.  Something's got to give.  I love sewing and will continue to make myself pieces and will probably from time to time host pop ups to clear existing stock.  For those that supported me all those years ago with my CrowdFund, THANK YOU for believing in me and giving me a chance.  For those that have supported me by choosing FairPlay over the years, I hope you're still enjoying your piece or that you've been able to pass it on.  Please continue to support sustainable fashion brands, hit up your local charity shops and look after what you've already got.
Love and Peace - Carrie

My Hope has always been...

To offer an alternative to fast fashion, slowing things down and creating fun, comfortable handmade clothing.

To be as transparent as possible.

To always work towards a positive environmental impact.

To give back more than I take.

Sizing

All FairPlay skirts, shorts and trousers for children are made with elasticated waists to allow for comfort and a long life. This is why I size based on age.

If possible get your little one’s waist measurement to choose the correct size for them.

Most skirts are above the knee.

Women's tops and dresses cover a few sizes so please check out the sizing details on their listings.  Maybe you like a fit that is closer to your measurements or maybe, like me, you like an oversized fit.  

Always happy to work with you to make a piece just your size whether it's with fabric I have or maybe you have fabric lying around that you've wanted to use for a project.  It could be a tablecloth, curtains or a duvet with a gorgeous print.  One of my favourite dresses is made from a tablecloth passed on to me of my Buddy's (grandfather).  I never used it for fear of spilling something on it.  It's now a Beverly dress which is a perfect creation as my nana (Beverly) was the inspiration for the Beverly dresses! 

Fabric

All the fabric that comes my way is either from charity shops, donated to me or from somone's destash.  There's enough fabric on the planet, no need to buy anything new.

The nature of handmade clothes along with using donated and recycled fabric as well as upcycling clothes, means FairPlay pieces are one of a kind.