Sustainable Sparkle
Recycled Sequins for Every Creative Vision
Recycled materials. Bespoke shapes. Cut in the UK. Beautiful sequins for fashion, costume and creative projects.
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Recycled Plastic
Made from post-consumer waste
Cut in the UK
Punched and cut in our UK workshop
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Tree funded for every order
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SEQUINS GUIDE
Explore the Sequin Range
Choose from shapes, sizes, colours and finishes in 20% recycled PET and 100% recycled PET.
- Loose sequins: for hand stitching in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, colours and quantities.
- Sequins on the spool: for digital embroidery machines in continuous lengths.
- Punchinella: sheets and rolls of the patterned film left after sequins are punched.
- Bespoke sequins: contact us to discuss a custom shape, size, colour, finish or fixing for your project.
Explore the Colour Range
Choose from a wide selection of shades and finishes, from shiny metallics and matte washed metals to iridescent and special effects. Each colour is available across selected shapes, sizes, and applications.
- Shine | Metallic: bright, reflective colours with a polished finish.
- Matte | Washed Metal: softer, more muted tones with a flatter look.
- Super | Special: iridescent, neon, and unusual effects for more expressive results.
Sustainable Embellishment Made Beautifully
Founded in 2018 by Rachel Clowes, The Sustainable Sequin Company creates lower-impact sequins for fashion brands, independent designers, students, and makers. We currently produce sequins using 20% and 100% GRS (Global Recycled Standard) certified recycled plastic, with custom-cut options available for unique projects.
From Our Workshop to Your Project
In our UK workshop, we turn ideas into finished sequins with a hands-on, made-to-order approach. It’s a space for custom work, careful production, and the detail that gives every piece its finish.
Custom Sequins for One-of-a-kind Ideas
From small sampling projects to larger production runs, we work on bespoke sequins tailored to your brief. Each sequin is punched and cut in our UK workshop with a focus on flexibility, reduced waste and precise detail.
Sustainability With Real Impact
Across everything we do, our focus is on reducing impact, improving material choices, and developing lower-impact alternatives for the future.
5722
trees funded through our work so far, supporting restoration projects with every order.
26
tCO2e removed, reflecting our contribution to carbon removal and broader environmental action.
110,000 (2,200kg)
Plastic bottles prevented from entering the sea through our ocean-bound plastic recovery support.
130
m2 UK wildflower + wetland habitat restored, supporting biodiversity and helping create healthier ecosystems.
Experiences Shared by Clients
Our sequins have been used by brands, designers, students, and artists, with customers frequently describing them as beautiful, exactly as pictured, and perfect for their projects.
Outstanding quality, super fast delivery, the product it's even better than the pictures - and, it's sustainable! Can't wish for more, an...
Silvia
This has been one of the best Etsy experiences ever. Rachel promises and then delivers the best. AAAAA
Linda
Very pleased with my purchase. Lovely item quick dispatch and superfast delivery. 1st Class lovely seller. Thanks
Margaret
great quality sequins and it makes me feel even better knowing they’re partially recycled :)
Melissa
Gorgeous sequins, fast delivery and brilliant sustainable packaging. Great idea and will definitely come back for more
Katie
I ordered 5 different colors of these sequins for a fashion project I’m working on, and they are just what I was looking for! I love that...
Claire
The shape of these sequins is really unique, love the matt green colour - cant wait to see them sewn onto the bag I am creating
Georgina
Rachel was really accommodating as the colour I wanted wasn’t listed so I messaged to enquire when would get in stock. Rachel responded r...
Lisa
I got 14 different types/colors of sequins and they were all beautiful. The colors are as pictured. I love the different blues and silver...
Christine
Arrived promptly, well packaged and also sustainable! Love these sequins for tambour work, have many colours and all have come as expected.
Hannah
Frequently Asked Questions
Still feeling unsure? More questions? These might help! Explore all FAQs about choosing, using and caring for sequins.
How do I choose the right size?
Smaller sequins are useful for detailed work and tighter curves, while larger sizes create faster coverage and a bolder visual effect. Refer to the dimensions in the product title and make a small sample when possible.
How do I choose the right hole position and profile?
Choose the option that supports the effect you want: a centre hole gives an even anchor, while an off-centre hole can create more direction and movement. Flat and cupped options also change how the surface catches light.
What does the selected weight or quantity mean?
Choose the exact option needed for your project. Piece counts can differ between sizes and shapes, so the product option is the most reliable guide for what you will receive.
How should I care for a finished sequin piece?
Test your attachment method on an offcut first. Gentle hand washing is recommended for finished work; avoid machine washing, steam and harsh chemicals.
Biodegradable Sequins In Development
Rachel has spent over a decade researching sequins made from natural, renewable materials; sequins designed to perform beautifully and biodegrade at the end of their life. Collaborations with the University of Leeds, the Royal College of Art, and the University of Bradford, supported by Innovate UK and the AHRC, have brought that vision closer than ever.
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