The fabrics we choose for sewing and wearing garments, household linen, and accessories are very important. Fabric directly affects the comfort and performance of any garment we make. How we care for our fabric also impacts the environment even more so than others, according to Verena Erin of My Green Closet. Verena discusses the different textiles available, all with different looks, pros, cons, and sustainable/ethical issues. Verena created this series on My Green Closet to discuss common fibres and fabrics, what the pros and cons are, and what different fibre options are available if you’re trying to make more environmentally responsible purchases.
Part 1 – Pros & Cons of Common Textiles
Part 2 – Animal Materials & Vegan Synthetics
Part 3 – Recycled & Upcycled Materials
More about textiles at SWN:
Fabric Options for Making Kids Pajamas by Linda A Levine + 5 Free Patterns
Blog Post: Bamboo Fabric 101
Topic: Bamboo Fleece
Blog Post: Eco-Friendly Fabrics – Fashion School Experts Examine the Pros and Cons of the Top Green Fabrics
Topic: Fabric: Tencel® Lyocell
Blog Post: Organic Fabrics – What are They and Why Should We Use Them?
Video: How Fabric is Made
Blog Post: Hemp Fiber – Eco Friendly Fabric
Topic: Dyeing with Indigo
Blog Post: Labels Reuse with Hemp Cotton Quilt
Blog Post: Pineapple, (Pina fibre) and Sewing
Eco-friendly Sewing Info and Projects at SWN:
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