Well, who are we?
We're a group of women who have developed a social enterprise centred on a vintage clothes shop! We range in ages from early 20s to more than that - and some are almost (but not quite) antique! We're from a range of backgrounds and originate from all over the UK but are now living in Abergavenny and the surrounding area.
We all volunteer in the shop, which is the ideal place to meet new friends. Some volunteers are in the shop for a couple of hours a few times a month, those with more time on their hands volunteer every week, but all agree it is a fun and rewarding place to be. Some of the volunteers know a lot about vintage clothes, some know very little but are learning fast.
What we do and how we do it is a little more difficult to explain....
- Source vintage clothes from individual donations;
- teach women to sew, fix, remodel and love vintage clothes;
- hold fashion shows to remind us all how great vintage clothes look;
- run workshops with schools and colleges on vintage fashion;
- offer work experience to women who want to go back to work;
What do we mean by Vintage?
It's a mix of retro and vintage ... anything from 1880 to 1980 that is classic beautiful, fashionable (again) or just plain lovely. We also do a mean line in really 'cheesy' vintage - just what you need for that fancy dress party!
How can you get involved?
Well, if you've just moved to the area and are unsure about joining a pilates class to meet new friends - then call into the shop and volunteer for a couple of hours.
If you've lived in the area for ages but have got a few hours spare and wonder what you can do - then get involved!
Apart from working in the shop we need people who can do other things - like press releases telling everyone what we're doing and how they can get involved.... or applying for grants or even making things we can sell. The choices are endless and are constrained only by your imagination - honestly!
Give us a call now - we look forward to meeting you.
