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Why Fast Fashion is a Huge Problem and How We Can Approach Clothing Differently
Did you know that it's estimated that the average American throws away 81 pounds of textiles EACH YEAR? Yikes! Today I’m talking a little bit about why fast fashion is a problem and offer some suggestions on how you might approach your wardrobe in a more sustainable way.
Some of the articles cited:
https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/textiles-material-specific-datahttps://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2016-11/documents/2014_smmfactsheet_508.pdfhttps://www.cnn.com/2019/11/14/world/microfiber-filter-plastic-pollution-intl/index.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/mach/science/fight-against-plastic-pollution-targets-hidden-source-our-clothes-ncna1000961
Fashion Revolution
#whomademyclothes
https://www.fashionrevolution.org
TISSU Sewing Studio (owned by my friend Nina who organizes clothing swaps):
https://www.tissusewingstudio.com
Fibershed affiliate directory:
https://www.fibershed.com/affiliate-directory/
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Thank you for spending time with Prairie Craft Almanac, a podcast exploring craft, nature, and simple, creative living. My name is Leanne, and I'm the maker behind Moth and Rust DIY, the blog where I share free patterns, tutorials, artist interviews, and more.
***As of summer 2024, I am retiring my old blog! However, all the patterns which were previously there are moving over to my NEW website, which you can find at: https://leanne.studio/diy ***
Learn more about what I'm currently doing here: https://leanne.studio/about
Follow Moth and Rust DIY on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moth_and_rust
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mothandrusthandmade
Check out my YouTube channel for DIY and tutorial videos: youtube.com/@mothandrustdiy
If you're interested in supporting me and this show, please check out my Etsy shop where you can find handmade accessories, clothing, patterns, art, and more: https://mothandrusthandmade.etsy.com
You can also shop my original fabric prints and more here: https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/mothandrust
My art YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leannedelux
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By Leanne of Moth and Rust DIY
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Did you know that it's estimated that the average American throws away 81 pounds of textiles EACH YEAR? Yikes! Today I’m talking a little bit about why fast fashion is a problem and offer some suggestions on how you might approach your wardrobe in a more sustainable way.
Some of the articles cited:
https://www.epa.gov/facts-and-figures-about-materials-waste-and-recycling/textiles-material-specific-datahttps://www.epa.gov/sites/production/files/2016-11/documents/2014_smmfactsheet_508.pdfhttps://www.cnn.com/2019/11/14/world/microfiber-filter-plastic-pollution-intl/index.htmlhttps://www.nbcnews.com/mach/science/fight-against-plastic-pollution-targets-hidden-source-our-clothes-ncna1000961
Fashion Revolution
#whomademyclothes
https://www.fashionrevolution.org
TISSU Sewing Studio (owned by my friend Nina who organizes clothing swaps):
https://www.tissusewingstudio.com
Fibershed affiliate directory:
https://www.fibershed.com/affiliate-directory/
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Thank you for spending time with Prairie Craft Almanac, a podcast exploring craft, nature, and simple, creative living. My name is Leanne, and I'm the maker behind Moth and Rust DIY, the blog where I share free patterns, tutorials, artist interviews, and more.
***As of summer 2024, I am retiring my old blog! However, all the patterns which were previously there are moving over to my NEW website, which you can find at: https://leanne.studio/diy ***
Learn more about what I'm currently doing here: https://leanne.studio/about
Follow Moth and Rust DIY on instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moth_and_rust
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/mothandrusthandmade
Check out my YouTube channel for DIY and tutorial videos: youtube.com/@mothandrustdiy
If you're interested in supporting me and this show, please check out my Etsy shop where you can find handmade accessories, clothing, patterns, art, and more: https://mothandrusthandmade.etsy.com
You can also shop my original fabric prints and more here: https://www.spoonflower.com/profiles/mothandrust
My art YouTube: https://youtube.com/@leannedelux