A Day in the life of Matt, a FCW stitcher

Stitcher Matt works as part of an in-cell stitching group.   Every day, as routinely as I do my daily ablutions, I assess my current stitching project with the discernment of an armchair virtuoso. Yes, I...

Meet the designer - Neisha Crosland

With her second design collaboration for Fine Cell Work launching this week, we wanted to shine a light on the work of the London-based designer Neisha Crosland. Having designed patterns for fabrics and wallpapers, fashion...

Support our appeal

Help prisoners rebuild their lives 'one stitch at a time'. “Fine Cell Work made me feel like I was doing something constructive and creative in a prison environment. And showed me that I am capable...

Our Annual Report

 At Fine Cell Work, we are committed to our mission and immensely proud of our achievements. To learn more about our charitable purposes; what we are set up to do and how we go about...

Become a FCW Mentor

We are recruiting mentors to help support our current and future ‘apprentices’ in the Open The Gate (OTG) programme.

Sewing by Sue: A Stitcher's Story

Previously an in-cell stitcher and later an Open The Gate 'apprentice', Sue has been a part of the Fine Cell Work community for many years. Here’s her story, in her words.  On the waiting list ...

Lewis's story - Stitching can transform lives

  "I’ve done things I regret, and I may not be able to change the hurt I’ve caused in the past, but I can give back by doing good things now." - Lewis, a Fine Cell...

Creativity in Prison - One Stitch at a Time

Fine Cell Work has had a long and prestigious relationship with art and artists. We bring art, creativity and broader cultural experiences to prisoners’ lives by teaching them to create high-quality needlework products and commissions...

Fine Cell Work’s Open College Network (OCN) courses awarded Direct Claims Status

 Fine Cell Work stitchers can now have their OCN coursework assessed by our own moderators, reducing the wait for certification. From our popular cushions to our bespoke commissions, each Fine Cell Work piece has...