Committed to the rehabilitation of prisoners and prison leavers

Fine Cell Work enable people in prison to redefine themselves, inspiring and empowering them as they strive to rebuild their lives and non-criminal identities.

There are no other charities or organisations providing paid, professional, high-quality craft opportunities to people in prison, through the medium of needlework.

Since 1997, we have been helping people to see what they are capable of, offering them hope for a different future.

Crafting wonders

Shop our unique designs

Fine Cell Work's exquisitely-stitched products have been created in collaboration with some of the country’s leading contemporary designers. The majority are made by hand in UK prisons, and in our post-release hub in Battersea.

Discover designs by Studio AshbyKit KempCath KidstonNeisha Crosland, Cressida Bell, William Yeoward and Knepp Rewilding alongside our beautifully made range of giftskitsaccessoriestable linencushions and much more. 

The social enterprise

Our social enterprise trains prisoners and prison leavers in high-quality needlework skills, and then supports and pays them to create beautiful handmade products, designed by world renowned artists.

Become a volunteer

Are you a skilled needleworker with a passion for sharing your skills? We have a small number of vacancies to join our incredible team of prison volunteer teachers!

Write a note of thanks

We encourage everyone who buys or receives a Fine Cell Work product to write a short letter to the stitcher, which Fine Cell Work will pass on.

Knowing that their handiwork is appreciated and valued has a great impact on stichers' self-esteem, confidence and pride.