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'Stitchers' by Esther Freud

By Katie SteingoldAugust 20, 2020

An exclusive archival recording of 'Stitchers', the fantastic debut play by renowned writer Esther Freud, was broadcast by Jermyn Street Theatre on 10, 11 & 12 September 2020. Read on to hear what inspired Esther to...
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Jailbirds - a review

By Eleftheria OikonomakiJune 14, 2019

 At a time when feminism and women’s rights are more relevant and urgent than ever, Mim Skinner’s Jailbirds: Lessons from a Women’s Prison sheds light on the UK's female prison population - approx 5% of the...
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The Old Vic - an anniversary to celebrate!

By Katie SteingoldMay 09, 2018

It is always a pleasure and honour to be asked to collaborate with an artist or institution such as The Old Vic. These collaborations offer a great opportunity for our stitchers to feel involved in...
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20 Years of Fine Cell Work

By Katie SteingoldSeptember 01, 2017

"There were a fair number of raised eyebrows back in 1997 when I described my new job selling prisoners’ embroidery, in Lady Anne Tree’s bold words, 'to top shops'. A sweet and rather lunatic idea,...

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Fine Cell Work

Fine Cell Work is a charity which makes beautiful handmade products in British prisons.

Teaching prisoners high-quality needlework boosts their self-worth, instils self-discipline, fosters hope and encourages them to lead independent, crime-free lives.

Charity Registration No. 1049095.

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Fine Cell Work

190-192 Queenstown Road
London
SW8 3NR

Please note: this is the address of our office, not a shop.

020 7931 9998
info@finecellwork.co.uk

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