In a world that seems dominated by fast fashion and disposable trends, a growing movement encourages individuals to take a step back and consider the […]
Visible Mending Darning Patching
Linen versus Cotton and the Environment
I avoid synthetic fabrics and yarns in favour of natural ones. To be more sustainable, I buy rescued or vintage cotton, linen, and wool wherever […]
Slow Stitch, embracing its benefits
In our fast-moving world, there is a growing movement for a return to the slow and deliberate. This ethos has permeated many aspects of our […]
Next time you buy jeans, buy sustainable.
Significant environmental cost Denim is in just about everybody’s wardrobe worldwide. But do you know the significant environmental cost associated with your pair of denim […]
Embroidery threads & floss for mending & darning
There are many different types of embroidery threads or floss The cotton 6-strand floss found in skeins is the most commonly available embroidery threads – […]
DIY or Buy reusable make-up pads
There are four ways Moving a bit closer to a minimum-waste lifestyle, Buy or DIY reusable cotton facial pads. They would also make great gifts […]
DIY or Buy Linen Bread Bag
Linen Bread Bags Did you know your bread keeps better in a 100% linen fabric bag? Better than if left in a plastic or paper […]
Reduce Food Waste
Reducing our food waste at home is an important step we can all take to help protect the environment and reduce our impact on the […]