Aprons: What's Old is New?
Aprons were a staple garment from the past, where are they today? How can we use them again to keep clothing longer?
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Mary Ewell
Dec 28, 20222 min read
Got a Local Jacket?
I found a VT designer who created a signature design of his with local wool. What a great local project - read on.
Mary Ewell
Jun 29, 20223 min read
Farm to Closet in VT - What About Summer?
Farm to Closet means wool in New England. What sustainable choices do we have during the hot months of summer? Muriel's of Vermont.
Mary Ewell
Jun 8, 20222 min read
NC Farm to Closet Clothing
US farm to closet clothing from North Carolina. Two companies are online and ready to help you support local projects.
Mary Ewell
May 17, 20224 min read
Swap Leftovers?
Upcycling doesn't have to mean taking clothing all part in pieces. Sometimes it can be as easy as taking in side seams!
Mary Ewell
May 3, 20224 min read
Got Regional Fibersheds?
The Northern New England Region is home to several Fibersheds. Let's meet three working in NH, VT, and MA to further regional fiber.
Nichole Bainer
Mar 15, 20222 min read
To Do or Not To Do - Laundry & Natural Fibers
Worried about washing your natural fibers. Read on as Nicole from Modern Saint Living shares her tips for success.
Mary Ewell
Oct 22, 20214 min read
Secondhand Clothing - Online & Thrift Pt. 2
A second week focusing on secondhand fashion and the rise of thrift in the US.
Mary Ewell
Sep 15, 20215 min read
Visible Mending - Anyone can do it
Author tries her hand at the visual mending with a pair of her husband's jeans using the Sashiko method.
Mary Ewell
Sep 6, 20214 min read
Fast Fashion Q&A
Fast fashion Q&A is a short run-through of basic questions around fast fashion and why I am seeking more locally sourced clothing.
Mary Ewell
Mar 19, 20214 min read
Our Clothes - Ourselves
How can we continue to feel good about ourselves and be conscientious fashion consumers?
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