Fibreshed Ireland is a community-supported social enterprise building networks to craft a regenerative Irish textile system based on local fibre, local dyes & local labour. Founded in 2022, we’re an independent affiliate of the global Fibershed movement.
Our philosophy is based on Fibershed’s soil-to-soil model of textile production, which offers true circularity by harnessing Nature’s inherent ability to cycle and recycle nutrients, returning organic material to its source—the soil—to start again.
There is no waste because all products and byproducts of the circle can help feed the soil: the ultimate recycler.
Our core team of volunteers work tirelessly to bring the Fibreshed vision to life: Biodiverse ecosystems and thriving livelihoods, woven by culturally vibrant Irish fibres.
co-founder and co-director
natural dyer
co-director
agroecology educator & nature-friendly farmer
co-founder & advisor
felter & spinner
advisor
wool expert
advisor
knitwear designer
advisor
natural dyer
advisor
knit & crochet pattern designer
We aim to keep our operations as transparent as possible. In addition to our annual AGM, which is open to all members, the following reports are publicly available.
Photo of the flax © Dr. Michelle Moloney
Photo of the wool (About Fibreshed Ireland) © Linda Costello
Photo of the wool (Transparency) © Paige Green Photography
