Happy New Year!
Its been a busy start tot he year in this neck of the woods, with markets, lots of sewing, creating and photos, returning to the office, and thinking about what the year holds.
This year, after reading a fab post from the lovely Pip Lincolne at Meet Me at Mikes, I have decided to take up the challenge of ethical fashion. Here’s how it goes…
When I’m looking for things to wear (for the kids or myself) I will only:
a) Buy from ethical makers or
b) Buy second-hand or
c) Make it myself or
d) Wear things I already own or
e) Borrow or swap garments with friends
(credit to Pip @ Meet Me at Mikes for the fab words)
I had already started down this path last year whilst sewing and creating clothes for my own little label (This Grand Life). Each piece takes me time (especially gorgeous little dresses and boardies), and so I have a real appreciation for anything handmade. It’s a labour of love some of the time!
This is countered by having four little kids to clothe, and not wanting to spend a small fortune each time one of the kids has a growth spurt (a very regular occurrence in my house).
I had started to introduce the kids to the world of op shops and vintage fashion, along with teaching them how to sew (a hand life skill for boys and girls!).
Until I read Pip’s post, I had kind of left in at that, a nice thought and some good intentions.
So I decided to make the make the pledge to have a Year of Ethical Fashion, and in the process hopefully help the kids learn about making good choices along the way…
Enjoy xx
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