2025 with Trouser Project: Creativity, Community & Sustainable Fashion
At the start of this year, January felt pretty bleak. I was struggling with motivation and loneliness, being self-employed in a new city can feel isolating, and I was questioning the point of making.
Looking back now, this year has reminded me exactly why I do this.
In February, I moved into a new studio in central Brighton called Petal, a shared tattoo studio that’s become a really special, welcoming space. It’s where I started running craft nights, and creating alongside others has completely changed my work, making it more social, community-led, and joyful.
Creatively, I pushed myself this year, making more complex pieces like jackets and trouser suits, all from second-hand and deadstock materials. Every piece is still completely one-off, using what I can sustainably source to create unique, wearable pieces of art.
Alongside Trouser Project, I took on part-time sewing work, teaching children to sew, working with The Hippy Clothing Co, and spending time at Abigail’s Drapery in Lewes. Each role inspired me, taught me new skills, and reminded me how much I love sharing knowledge and being in creative spaces with people.
Summer was a whirlwind of festivals — from Green Island in Manchester to Out of The Woods, Green Gathering, and Loud Places. Seeing people wear, dance in, and connect through my clothes in real life is always the most magical part. I also loved sharing shops with my friend Georgia (Geoknit), running craft workshops, painting, crocheting, and creating together
In September, I took part in Sustainable Fashion Week at the Brighton Dome, spending months creating coordinated suits from second-hand and deadstock fabrics. Slowing down and pouring extra care into each piece, alongside the runway, models, and backstage energy, made me incredibly proud.
I also began a collaboration with textile artist Amber Lily, which brought a fresh creative energy and new motivation.
In November, I hosted a solo exhibition at The Farm Art Space in Hove, sharing my paintings and prints, where it all began. Alongside the show, I ran creative workshops throughout the week, and making purely for fun, connection, and joy felt so nourishing.
At the start of the year, I felt lonely and unsure of the point of making.
Now I know the point is connection, sharing skills, being mindful, and creating safe, welcoming spaces to switch off and make together.
Thank you, truly, to everyone who’s supported me this year, whether you came to a workshop, bought a piece, or followed along quietly.
Looking ahead to 2026, I’m excited to focus on more events, workshops, and shared creativity, helping people care for their clothes, make things, and step out of the noise for a while.
Thank you for being part of this journey; it means more than I can put into words.
From
Megan - Trouser Project 🧡