We will of course take orders during our Christmas and New Year break but will not post out until the New Yeas

We aim to take a break and will fully re-open on 5th January 2026 with orders posted out then.

Remembrance  Sunday is not a public holiday. It falls on Sunday, November 9th, 2025 and most businesses follow regular Sunday opening hours in the United Kingdom. It marks the day World War One ended, at 11am on the 11th day of the 11th month, in 1918. A two-minute silence is held at 11am to remember the people who have died in wars. 

During the Second World War, many countries changed the name of the holiday. Member states of the Commonwealth of Nations adopted Remembrance Day, while the US chose Veterans Day.

The red poppy – a symbol of wartime remembrance. The reason poppies are used to remember those who have given their lives in battle is because they are the flowers which grew on the battlefields after World War One ended. This is described in the famous World War One poem In Flanders Fields. … It is also used to help those who have lost loved ones because of wars.

How to wear your poppy

Many say on the left, symbolising that you keep those who died close to your heart. It’s also where military medals are worn.  Generally, “The leaf should be positioned at 11 o’clock to represent the eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month, the time that World War One formally ended. This e-textile poppy can be made with red/black felt and a red e-textile kit.

The poppy colours and their meaning

Red- The common red poppy is from the Royal British Legion, and signifies memorial to the people who died during World War One and later conflicts Wearing a poppy was inspired by the fields of poppies that grew where many of the battles were fought.

Purple – The purple poppy is a symbol of remembrance in the United Kingdom for animals that served during wartime. The symbol was created in 2006 based on the principle of the traditional red remembrance poppy for Remembrance Day. … Historically the greatest number of animal casualties in conflict have been horses and ponies.

White – The white poppy is a flower used as a symbol of peace, worn either in place of or in addition to the red remembrance poppy for Remembrance Day or Anzac Day. The white poppy is handed out by a charity called Peace Pledge Union, which promotes peace.

They say that the white poppy commemorates people who died in conflict,but focuses on achieving peace and challenging the way we look at war.

Black poppy – The black poppy has two different meanings attached to it. It is most commonly associated with the commemoration of black, African and Caribbean communities’ contribution to the war effort – as servicemen and servicewomen, and as civilians.

The British Legion has also published this article – 11 things you might not know about the poppy well worth a read

Halloween ideas

The world of textiles is no longer confined to the realm of fashion and home décor. With the advent of technology, we are witnessing a revolution in the textile industry with the emergence of electronic textiles or e-textiles. These innovative materials are embedded with digital components such as sensors, microcontrollers, and conductive threads that enable them to interact with their surroundings. E-textiles have a wide range of applications, from fashion and entertainment to healthcare and sports. In this blog post, we will explore some inspiring examples of e-textiles and delve into the potential of e-textile kits.

E-Textiles in Fashion

One of the most exciting applications of e-textiles is in the world of fashion. Designers are increasingly experimenting with these innovative materials to create garments that not only look stunning but also interact with their environment. For instance, CuteCircuit, a London-based fashion company, has designed dresses that change color based on the wearer’s mood or environment using e-textiles.

Similarly, Dutch designer Pauline van Dongen has created a solar-powered dress that can charge your phone on-the-go! These examples show how e-textiles are revolutionizing fashion by combining aesthetics with functionality.

E-Textiles in Healthcare

E-textiles also hold immense potential in healthcare. They can be used to create wearable devices that monitor vital signs like heart rate, blood pressure, and body temperature. For instance, Sensoria Fitness has developed smart socks embedded with textile sensors that monitor your running form and provide real-time feedback to improve performance and reduce injury risk.

Moreover, researchers at Brunel University have developed an ‘intelligent’ knee bandage that uses e-textile technology and helps with rehab after surgery. Sana is a sleeve bandage studded with motion sensors that pairs with a smartphone app and lets patients and their physiotherapists track their recovery from home.

E-Textiles in Sports and Fitness

The sports and fitness industry is another area where e-textiles are making a significant impact. Companies like Garmin offer smart fitness apparel that tracks muscle activity, heart rate, and breathing rate during workouts. These garments help athletes optimize their performance and prevent injuries.

Unleashing Creativity with E-Textile Kits

While e-textiles are increasingly being used in various industries, they also offer a unique opportunity for individuals to explore their creativity. E-textile kits are an excellent way for beginners to learn about this exciting technology. These kits typically include conductive threads, LEDs, sensors, microcontrollers, and other components needed to create your own e-textile projects.

We have a wide various kits for beginners or more advanced learners. They includes a variety of sewable electronic pieces that can be stitched onto felt to create interactive textiles. The kits can be just a component kit or a full kit to include everything for your project.

E-textile kits not only provide a hands-on learning experience but also allow you to bring your creative ideas to life. Whether you want to design a light-up Christmas jumper or create a smart garment that allows you to use your smart phone with your gloves on, these component kits provide everything you need.

Conclusion

E-textiles represent an exciting convergence of technology and textiles. From transforming fashion trends to improving healthcare outcomes and enhancing athletic performance – the potential applications of e-textiles are vast and varied. Moreover, with the availability of e-textile kits, anyone can experiment with this innovative technology and unleash their creativity.

As we move towards an increasingly digital future, it’s clear that e-textiles will play a crucial role in shaping our experiences. So, whether you’re a designer, a healthcare professional, an athlete, or a tech enthusiast – it’s time to embrace the world of e-textiles.

If your group is 30 or 400 we can make orders of any size. Generally we work on a group size of 30 but if your group is 33 we can still work on the same discount for your organisation.

Recently we have sent out Bristle Bot orders for scout and guide groups and a school academy that needed an order of 300 Monster E-textile kits. All the kits are individually prepared and the felt cut by hand to ensure you receive a quality product for your organisation. We also have free project books and videos to use aimed at schools for KS2 and KS3 to give you more e-textile ideas.

We aim to get any bulk orders out within 10 days or less depending on the order.

Please contact us for more information or to discuss your organisations individual needs.

Use code “Easter2025” to get your discount.