A Stitch in Time

Fight the spread with a needle and thread! A website of resources and info to help the UK handmade PPE efforts supporting those on the Covid-19 front line.

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Also newly added to https://t.co/fHhWIXsh1M - Volunteer Riders UK - a network of bikers distributing PPE to frontline workers, connecting with makers and those who need PPE via facebook group: https://t.co/vOOHxkf3kn #PPEshortage #PPE #Covid19UK

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/fHhWIXsh1M - @MakeMasks - a US grassroots initiative with a UK off-shoot, sewing masks for those affected by PPE shortages.

[Harrogate Scrubbers @HgateScrubbers]

In one photo - this is why #harrogatescrubbers is busy making the 2,037 scrubs that #HarrogateHospital needs. 💗

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/BUmL0DJCNr - Harrogate Scrubbers @HgateScrubbers - sewing scrubs to support health and care staff in the Harrogate and District Foundation Trust and the wider Harrogate area.

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

@DouglasShieldo Sounds like it may not be a mouse. Sorry.

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Just added to https://t.co/SqIYMxBPql - step-by-step instructions for a two-layer washable cotton mask, secured by ties: https://t.co/98U8wTO35k

[3DCrowd @3dcrowduk]

Feels like a year since we featured in @techradar but it's only been a month and what a month it has been. 8000+ volunteers, over £131k raised & 71k+ face shields delivered. 😮 #3DCrowduk ❤️
"Thousands of 3D printers are making face shields for NHS staff" https://t.co/BxaRGxkNS2

[Scottish Refugee Council 🧡 @scotrefcouncil]

Caring for our carers! Almost 1,000 scrub bags made for NHS workers in Aberdeenshire by New Scots from the Al-Amal community group & @FriendsAmal. Remember to get out and #ClapForOurCarers at 8pm tonight.

#ClapForCarers #clapforkeyworkers #ClapForTheNHS

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

A couple of new fabric retailers newly added to https://t.co/xvJfsxDixa both currently supplying material for #NHS #PPEshortage volunteer initiatives: quality polycotton good for scrub makers from @CroftMillFabric plus waterproof fabric supplier @PennineOutdoor 💙

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

The first 15 handmade isolation gowns from one of the SEW Support teams (led by my Mum) in West Cumbria. More info on these here: https://t.co/gV4331MCIh #NHSheroes #PPEshortage #COVID19

[Tech Nottingham @technottingham]

We have around 300 PPE face shields ready to ship for free to those who need them, and more on the way.

If you know people on the frontline who need PPE please pass on their info

#Nottingham #NottinghamPPE
#PPEShortage @drgandalf52

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/1ucP6izZ3N - links to an open source pattern for isolation gowns from Belgian design collective, Creatives Tegen Corona. #PPE #PPEShortages #COVID19

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Just updated the UK fabric suppliers list and keen to add more. Any recommendations? Who is delivering fabric for #scrubs #PPE https://t.co/LyF75R29aZ #PPEShortages #NHS #carers #FrontLineHeroes

[Frontline Map @FrontlineMap]

Thanks so much for the shoutout!

If you’re in need of PPE tweet a photo with the following hashtags:
#FrontlineMap
#WorkPostcode
#PPEneeds

Or visit https://t.co/7lfHOYfSz8

If you're making supplies fill in the #PPEsupplies form

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Highlighting the excellent looking @FrontlineMap created to track current UK PPE requirements - https://t.co/faah7nUtP5. #FrontlineMap #PPEneed #NHS #PPEshortages

[jonathanfurness @jonathanfurness]

No sooner we assemble another batch of face visors are they in the hands of our incredible front line doctors and nurses. We can’t keep up with the demand of this life-saving equipment. Blessed to be in a position that this @3dcrowduk community can support our fabulous @NHSuk.

[Jen Davies @jendavies]

Last night I published an article on
@Medium: Making homemade washable isolation gowns for the NHS  - a guide for desperate times https://t.co/rr7OF6lpL6 (featuring practical sewing tips + a whole lot of disappointment with the govt) @astitchintimecc #PPEshortage #PPEforNHS #PPE

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/fHhWIXaFDc - @CornwallScrubs - a group of over 700 volunteers creating scrubs, hats and bags for hospitals. #PPEshortage #PPEforNHS #NHS #COVID19

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/fHhWIXaFDc - Scrub Hub North and West Cumbria - volunteers creating scrubs, hats, bags and face shields #PPEshortage #PPEforNHS #NHS #COVID19

[A Stitch in Time @astitchintimecc]

Newly added to https://t.co/fHhWIXaFDc - @3dcrowduk a volunteer group printing and distributing tens of thousands of 3D printed face shields for NHS Trusts #PPEshortage #PPEforNHS #NHS #COVID19