Patrick Grant, known for his role on The Great British Sewing Bee, emphasizes the importance of provenance in clothing and personal belongings. His latest book, "Less: Stop Buying So Much Rubbish," serves as an anti-shopping guide that encourages people to prioritize quality over quantity in their purchases. Grant, who runs Cookson & Clegg and Community Clothing, stresses a thoughtful approach to consumption, aiming to create jobs and support UK manufacturing. His focus is on revitalizing industrial areas through sustainable practices and creating better, more meaningful connections with our possessions.
"The provenance of his garments is important to Grant; he emphasizes thoughtful purchasing, encouraging people to reconsider their consumption habits in favor of quality."
"Less is a sort of anti-shopping guide; his book urges us to buy fewer things and focus on their quality to find happiness."
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