In this episode of the Make it British podcast, Karen McCluckie, the director of Bealies Adaptive Wear, shares her inspiring journey of creating adaptive clothing for wheelchair users and disabled individuals.
Motivated by her son's disability and the lack of suitable clothing options in the market, Karen embarked on a mission to design stylish and functional joggers tailored to the needs of wheelchair users. From the initial idea to overcoming challenges and securing funding, Karen discusses the process of bringing her innovative designs to the market while juggling her role as a social worker.
With a commitment to UK manufacturing and a vision for expanding her product range, Karen's story highlights the power of innovation and determination in creating inclusive fashion solutions.
About Caron McCluckie
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Bealies Adaptivewear Website
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065 – Meet the Exhibitors from Make it British Live!
064 Live! – Kate Dawson, The All in One Company
063 Live! – Fast or Slow Fashion: Which does the UK do best?
062 Live! – Tori Murphy – How to get Noticed by High End Retailers
061 – Review of Make it British Live!
060 – Diana Kakkar, MAES London – High End Product Development in the Fashion Industry
059 – How to Follow Up with a Manufacturer
058 – Peter Grey, Just Elegant – How Supermarkets Have Killed the High Street
057 – Natalie Riachi, Riachi Studio – Follow Your Passion
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054 – Peter Philips, Abbey England – Growing the UK Leather and Saddlery Industry
053 – Isabelle Ugochukwu, Isabella Queen – Launching and Growing a Premium British-Made Brand
052 – Why Every Manufacturer Needs a Great Website
051 – Adam Robertson, Kalopsia Collective – Small Batch Manufacturing
050 – How to Find an Ethical Factory
049 – Bianca Elgar – How to Choose the Right Manufacturer
048 – Exciting Times Ahead!
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