Ever tried on clothes in a shop and they fit perfectly, but once you’ve washed and dried them they just are a little too tight? Seems to happen to us all at some point or another. No it’s not that extra slice of cake you had for dessert last night (or the night before), it’sContinue reading “Could my clothes be shrinking?”
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When Should You Pre-Wash Fabric & New Garments
We’ve all been there, bought that new garment home from the shops and thought to ourselves “is it really necessary to pre-wash this, I really want to wear it now!” And if you’re like me that applies to your fabric purchases, brand new fabric I want to cut and sew straight away but always remindContinue reading “When Should You Pre-Wash Fabric & New Garments”
Fashion, Fish & Microfibre-Plastics
Put your hand up if you’ve heard of microplastics. Now keep it up if you know what they are. And keep it there is you know what fashion has to do with it. If you hand is still up I’m impressed! It’s a topic I’ve seen some commentary around, but really not enough as itContinue reading “Fashion, Fish & Microfibre-Plastics”
The Truth About Fabric Softener (and why you shouldn’t be using it)
Fabric softener makes our clothes smell pretty, keeps the towels fluffy and prevents wrinkles and static build up – but at what cost? The way that fabric softener works is it contains a lubricating ingredient that coats the fibres of your clothes, towels, sheets etc. It also adds a positive charge to oppose the negativeContinue reading “The Truth About Fabric Softener (and why you shouldn’t be using it)”
How can I care for my garments and the environment?
Lately I’ve seen so many posts on mindful mending. Some of the mends are so beautiful and inspiring it makes me wish I had holes in my jumpers or jeans to be able to mend them in such unique and stunning ways. And while mending is an important part of sustainable fashion, taking care ofContinue reading “How can I care for my garments and the environment?”