Meet The Volunteer: Janice, a Cell Group Volunteer
Our new Meet The Volunteer feature is a great way for us to introduce our supporters to some of the amazing volunteers who devote their time to delivering our front line services. We could not...
Over 27 years of transformation - Rehabilitating over 8,000 prisoners
Renowned designers - Supported by esteemed designers to create one-of-a-kind, limited edition products
Breaking the cycle - We help break the devastating cycle of reoffending and repeated imprisonment
About us
There are currently over 85,000 people in the UK prison system.
Fine Cell Work is a UK-based charity committed to the rehabilitation of people in prison and prison leavers, and to breaking the devastating cycle of reoffending and repeated imprisonment.Since 1997, we’ve been transforming lives, one stitch at a time.
Find out moreExplore our stitchers' finest work
A collection of our finest designs, including those showcasing the work of our most advanced stitchers, and designs that encourage stitcher creativity.
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 Ashby, Kit Kemp, Cath Kidston, Neisha Crosland, Cressida Bell, William Yeoward and Knepp Rewilding alongside our beautifully made range of gifts, kits, accessories, table linen, cushions 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!
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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.
Knowing that their handiwork is appreciated and valued has a great impact on stichers' self-esteem, confidence and pride.
