The Bishop’s Stortford Designer Saving British Knitwear - Genevieve Sweeney
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Genevieve Sweeney is a luxury British knitwear designer who grew up in Bishop’s Stortford, went to Herts and Essex, and now works from Grandey’s Place.
In this episode, Genevieve talks about learning to knit from the age of five, studying knitwear at Nottingham Trent University, working with global brands, and later returning to Bishop’s Stortford to build her own brand.
She explains what makes luxury knitwear different, from high-quality certified yarns to slow fashion, hand-linked construction and pieces designed to last for years. Genevieve also shares why she is passionate about British manufacturing, heritage craft and passing specialist skills on to the next generation through her apprentice and her work at Grandey’s Place.
Links
Genevieve Sweeney:
https://genevievesweeney.com/
Instagram:
https://www.instagram.com/genevievesweeney/
Studio:
Grandey’s Place: https://www.grandeysplace.co.uk/
Stortford Spotlight
Billboard in Jackson Square
“For every £1 spent with local independent shops, 63p stays in the local community.”
Genevieve chose this as a reminder to support local independents, whether buying a birthday card, clothing or everyday items.
Secret Spot
Piasa - https://paisawinebar.com/
Genevieve gave a shout out to Piasa cocktail bar.
Hertfordshire Nails https://www.instagram.com/hertfordshirenailsandbeauty
Genevieve also highlighted Hertfordshire Nails in Florence Walk.
Stortford Barbers https://www.instagram.com/stortfordbarbers/
Genevieve recommended Stortford Barbers near Grange Paddocks, especially for children’s haircuts.
Local Legends
Grandey’s Place https://www.instagram.com/grandeysplace/
Genevieve chose Grandey’s Place for its community of makers and heritage crafts, including globemaking, ceramics, stained glass, micro bakery work and other specialist skills.
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