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VMC to make knitted accessories in UK again

Need for fast response coupled with weak pound was behind the company’s decision.

The sound of knitting machines is returning to VMC Accessories, with the company taking the decision to begin manufacturing knitted accessories in the UK once again.

Following a seven-year break, the company’s md Andrew Clowes attributed the decision to “the need for fast response coupled with a weak pound”.

Most knitted product will continue to be sourced from overseas, however UK knitting provides a strong USP for the business. It enables faster sampling, as well as the ability to complete orders quickly in reaction to sales during the season.

VMC initially found success producing hat orders in response to market demand from some of its existing retailers at the end of last year.

Andrew added: “We are now geared up to knit accessories all year round.”

VMC has over 40 licensed properties in its portfolio including Disney, Marvel, Star Wars, PAW Patrol and Pokémon.

Cable hats are knitted on state of the art flat knitting machinery, with yarn options including Merino, wool mixtures and acrylics.

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