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Three Reasons to support the FABRIC Act

… What is the FABRIC Act?   The Fashioning Accountability and Building Real Institutional Change (FABRIC) Act, advocated by a powerful coalition of garment … role in this important industry. I’m reintroducing the  FABRIC Act , a one-of-a-kind federal bill, that would thread …

jtong - Thu, 09/21/2023

For Your Next Craft Project, Do the Earth a Solid: Buy Sustainable Fabrics

… farms in 1991. The business also became the first US fabric retailer to be GOTS-certified (Global Organic Textile Standard).  They now boast 100% organic fabric of all types and colors, from Barbie pink muslin to … For a smaller but just as mighty selection of sustainable fabric, Texture Clothing offers organic cotton jersey, …

Anya Crittenton - Mon, 10/16/2023

Introduction to Sustainable Clothing

… requires a toxic chemcial soup to turn wood pulp into fabric. To find the greenest clothing when you shop, look for … toxic chemicals may be used to turn the plant into fabric. The Federal Trade Commission mandates that companies … polyester:  This fiber is made from cast-off polyester fabric and soda bottles, resulting in a carbon footprint that …

greenamerica - Thu, 03/30/2017

Fabrics and Labels to Look For

… requires a toxic chemcial soup to turn wood pulp into fabric. To find the greenest clothing when you shop, look for … toxic chemicals may be used to turn the plant into fabric. The Federal Trade Commission mandates that companies … POLYESTER This fiber is made from cast-off polyester fabric and soda bottles, resulting in a carbon footprint that …

greenamerica - Tue, 01/31/2017

In Search of Ethical Fashion

… according to the nonprofit Solidaridad.  Another good fabric option is Lyocell/TENCEL® (the same product by … sustainably, combined with toxic chemicals to make the fabric. Also, avoid fabrics containing nanoparticles. Labels …

egreene - Thu, 01/11/2018

Eco-Friendly Children's Clothing

… affects those exposed during manufacturing. Fearsome Fabric Finishes and Dyes Green-living expert Annie B. Bond, … chrome, copper, and zinc are often used in conventional fabric dyes, says OTA spokesperson Sandra Marquardt. “For the consumer, the most toxic part of clothing comes from fabric treatments,” says Bond. “Chemicals that resist flames, …

greenamerica - Thu, 03/30/2017

7 Tips for Less Toxic Clothing

… as the day we bought them. 6. Forego toxic detergent and fabric softener. Conventional detergents, dryer sheets, and fabric softeners, even when “fragrance-free”, contain a whole … use them. To avoid toxins, use eco-friendly detergents and fabric softeners from green companies. Or, make your own …

greenamerica - Mon, 10/12/2020

Sustainable Fabrics, Ranked

… favorite color for you wear it well! Figuring out whether fabric is sustainable and socially responsible is a much …

Mary Meade - Mon, 11/21/2022

Detox Your Closet!

… dyes, mordants (chemicals that help the color stay on the fabric longer), and other fabric additives [such as] flame-retardant chemicals.” … may experience rashes, chemical burns, or worse—some dip fabric in toxins like formaldehyde, a known carcinogen, to …

greenamerica - Mon, 01/30/2017

The Trouble with Nanoparticles in Clothing

… and nano-titanium dioxide. Nanosilver is woven into fabric to give it anti-bacterial properties, fending off the … silver nanoparticles to sticking the nanoparticles to the fabric through an electrostatic process. The nanosilver in the fabric then works to kill off bacteria lingering in sweaty …

greenamerica - Tue, 10/13/2020

Sustainable Business Decent Exposures, Inc. Pivots during COVID-19

… possible, limit our use of plastic, and pass on large fabric scraps to be re-purposed or recycled. We buy organic fabric whenever possible, all of which is made in the USA. In … used disposable face masks to keep them from breathing in fabric dust. When we needed to order more in early March, …

Mary Meade - Mon, 11/30/2020

Going Green: Eco-Friendly Laundry Products

… a detergent for baby clothes. Conventional bleaches and fabric softeners have their problems, too. Conventional … according to the US Environmental Protection Agency. Fabric softeners contain chemicals that can cause allergic … to eight parts cold water. Wash as normal. For softening fabric: Add ½ cup baking soda to the rinse cycle of your …

egreene - Thu, 11/16/2017

Why You Should Wear Organic Underwear

egreene - Tue, 06/28/2016

Buy Green, Not That: Clothing Edition

… and toxic chemicals. And acrylic is a petroleum-based fabric.  Remember : Conventional clothes may have toxic … made of 100 percent rayon, a water- and chemical-intensive fabric. Remember : Conventional fabrics often come with a … sure to look for the registered symbol) is an eco-friendly fabric made from beech trees. And silk is a low-toxicity …

egreene - Tue, 03/20/2018

How to Find Eco-Friendly Furniture

… furniture by law, some manufacturers still use them on the fabric and inner foam padding. Flame-retardants have been …

egreene - Tue, 07/31/2018

Learn About the Plastic in Your Clothes

Mary Meade - Thu, 10/07/2021

Eco-Friendly Gift Wrap Ideas for Valentine's Day

… make an impression. Repurposed old clothes  Speaking of fabric, you can also reuse the T-shirts and button-downs that … are no longer hanging in your closet. Cut-down strips of fabric can be repurposed into bows and ribbons that add …

egreene - Mon, 02/08/2021

Simple Steps to a Healthy Bedroom

… "water repellent," and "flame retardant" may indicate fabric treatments that off-gas chemicals like  formaldehyde … and developmental damage. The solution:  Choose organic fabric sheets and covers without any chemical finishers. Most …

sreid - Thu, 11/16/2017

Your Green Holiday Checklist

… waste guilt is by using alternative wrapping : Scarves or fabric you have around the house (I’ve used the same fabric on my family’s gifts for the past 5 years and have had …

greenamerica - Mon, 11/27/2023

Why Allergy Sufferers and The Sleep-Deprived Find Relief With A Natural Latex Mattress

… being advertised on certain mattresses when in fact the fabric is blended with synthetic polyester. In this era of … “greenwashing.” A perfect example is mattress ticking, the fabric used on the outside of a mattress. Many mattresses … today are marketed with “organic cotton” or “bamboo” fabric, however they neglect to tell you the content …

greenamerica - Fri, 02/19/2016

Nike's Free App Provides Resources for Sustainable Designers

greenamerica - Mon, 07/15/2013

Carter's to Remove Toxic Chemicals from Baby Clothes and Source Sustainable Fabrics

ctate - Thu, 09/01/2022

The Case for Organic Cotton

… the consumer, the most toxic part of clothing comes from fabric treatments. Chemicals that resist flames, water, … stains, soil, and wrinkles have been impregnated into the fabric and are often very hard to remove through washing,” …

egreene - Tue, 10/17/2017

Regenerating Cotton Solutions

… full-sized infographic, click here. Memorably called “the fabric of our lives” by the industry, cotton is the most commonly used fabric for clothing in the world, and it grows in over 100 …

aweinstein - Mon, 11/18/2019

Is there plastic in my closet?

… article “Sustainable Fabrics, Ranked,” at greenamerica.org/fabric-rankings. Take Action for Safe Clothing. Green America …

Mary Meade - Tue, 10/31/2023

The Ultimate List for Eco-Friendly Gifts

… signs, and shoulder harnesses. Its storm-proof, colorful fabric makes it great for the woods and stylish for the …

aweinstein - Mon, 11/11/2019

Green Weddings (and More)

mpolk - Mon, 06/27/2016

Before you go back-to-school shopping, read this report on toxic fashion (Fast Company)

… the planet and workers. And sometimes they remain in the fabric when they are sold, so they could be harming the end …

skarimi@greenamerica.org - Thu, 07/25/2019

Types of mulch

… matter. Consider avoiding synthetic mulches like landscape fabric, because they do nothing for soil health and create … arriving almost daily. A great alternative to weed fabric. Drawbacks: Some inks and glues contain toxic …

jwalton - Tue, 06/02/2020

Enjoy Sustainable Summer Days with These Products

… , a felt book from Daiseye . This adorable educational fabric book is 100% cotton and woven with yarn that is … from Lucia’s Imports , made from handwoven Guatemalan ikat fabric. Work on Your Green Thumb   Summer is a great time to …

Anya Crittenton - Wed, 06/26/2024

5 Ways to Put an Eco-Twist on Tradition

… into colorful ornaments, people can enjoy them forever.”Fabric "furoshiki" wrapping.   3. CARDS -- If you can, send … wrapped in newspaper comics. If you’ve got some pretty fabric scraps or old scarves around, try your hand at …

greenamerica - Mon, 01/30/2012

How to Tell if Your Mattress Contains Toxic Materials

… meaning they attach to objects made of or covered in fabric, such as carpets, pillows, clothes, couches, and …

egreene - Tue, 12/07/2021

Green Holiday Gift Ideas for Children

… jobs for textile workers suffering from out-sourcing. The fabric for Bamboosa’s baby products comes from 100-percent … in the toddler years,” she says, pointing out that bamboo fabric is extraordinarily soft and absorbent. Fellow finalist …

greenamerica - Mon, 01/30/2017

Give to People and Planet with the Fair Trade Gift Guide

… around the world—including women in India, who use fabric scraps from traditional Kantha quilts to create pieces …

Anya Crittenton - Wed, 11/08/2023

Recycled Green Gifts for the Holidays

… giving new life to old clothes by repurposing their fabric into new items—pot holders, pillows, rugs, or anything …

egreene - Wed, 05/17/2017

Green Interior Design Tips

… photos or artwork, or frame a section of your favorite fabric and hang it on the wall. When hanging your artwork, … have in your house, like pretty bottles or cans covered in fabric. Shop Sustainably When you find that it’s time to …

mpolk - Mon, 06/27/2016

You Are Cordially Invited to The Sustainable Wedding Guide

… home and re-use their sustainable décor, including raw fabric tablecloths, vintage tableware, and paraffin-free icon … guests are talented seamstresses, we dressed our tables in fabric scraps to then get a second life beyond February 3, …

Mary Meade - Wed, 06/26/2024

The Bangladesh Tragedy and Our Clothing Choices

greenamerica - Thu, 03/30/2017

Dirt-to-Shirt in North Carolina – TS Designs

… holds shirts on a shelf. Conversely, moving from yarn to fabric can take 2 months, and from fabric to cut/sewn shirt another month after that. Making …

greenamerica - Tue, 09/04/2012

Are These Trends Green or Greenwashed?

aweinstein - Mon, 11/18/2019

Raising chickens

jwalton - Tue, 06/02/2020

Dress Better: Buy from Certified Green Businesses

greenamerica - Thu, 03/30/2017