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10 Lessons From Nature
Moving from New York City to the remote mountain villages of southwest China was a real culture shock for me, but not for the reasons one would expect. It was…
WELCOME TO A ZERO CARBON FUTURE
We are in a global climate crisis. Our apparent disconnection with nature has led to extreme weather, widespread pollution, and the threat of mass extinction. Fashion, the clothing we wear…
FUTURE OF CRAFTSMANSHIP
So while we consumers in the US buy cheap products that are Made in China; the Chinese seek out wearing clothes that depict the American lifestyle. It’s a weird economic…
Designing with purpose
After studying the entire fabric- and garment-making process, I realized that anything that is hand-made in these villages exists for a good reason. Nothing is made in excess; everything has…
Handsewing
Finally, all the parts are joined together by sewing — either by hand or with a foot pedal sewing machine. To wear a hand-sewn garment is a privilege I never…
Finishes
Choosing quality over quantity After the fabric is dyed, it may undergo a finish to seal in the color and enhance its look and feel. Coating it with water-buffalo glue,…
What it’s like to live according to the seasons
The climate in Guizhou may be considered mild, but the humidity exaggerates the hot temperatures in the summer and hits your bones with cold moist air in the winter. While…
Dyeing fabric
Choosing quality over quantity Once the fabric is woven, it is time to to dye it into different colors. These native materials for dyeing generally come from every part of…