Organic fabric

Organic fabric is sown, grown, harvested & processed through carefully implemented and monitored phases, utilising crop rotation and beneficial insect predators to prevent and control disease, weed and pest problems in the growing stages, as well as safe corn-starches and peroxides in the processing phase. The use of genetically modified seeds, toxic insecticides, pesticides and fertilizers & chemical inputs such as formaldehyde, heavy metals, chlorine bleaches and sulfurs are strictly prohibited.

Organic Fabric Truths
Organic fabrics, such as cottons, are grown without the use or genetically modified seed, toxic pesticides & synthetic fertilizers. The methods and materials used have no/very low impact in the environment.
Organic production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of toxic & persistent pesticides & fertilizers & build biologically diverse agriculture
The aim in the organic value chain is to eliminate chemicals at every stage, including dying so that water is free of harmful chemicals and can be recycled back into the earth
Conventional Fabric Truths
Conventional cotton farming consumes approx 25% of global pesticides and fertilizers. Gradually fields used for cotton are rendered barren from the use of these harsh chemicals.
Due to the chemicals that are released back into the environment, they are absorbed by humans, animals and plants
The textile industry is the number 1 polluter of water worldwide
Disease rates correlated with chemical exposure are on the rise, including infertility, asthma, depression & anxiety, immune system suppression & genetic alterations

Organic standards do not only apply to the environmental practices of an organization, but focus on fair trade practices and social upliftment
Organic farming techniques are more labour intensive, creating more job opportunities. Hand spun & hand woven techniques are highly labour intenstive helping uplift the livelihoods of many through job creation
Health risks of farmers, their families and the processors are at a minimum due to the prohibition of harmful agro-chemicals
Ecological tourism to organic farms is a tool to help small farmers to earn additional income, which in turn supports the transition from conventional to organic agriculture and consumerism
Health risks of farmers, their families and the processors are at a minimum due to the prohibition of harmful agro-chemicals

Why Natural Fabrics?

Over the past 50 years, natural fibres have slowly been displaced in the Global Textile Industry by man-made fibres such as Polyester, Nylon and Acrylic.

These synthetic fibres are mass produced from Petrochemicals causing a severe negative impact on the environment.

The production of synthetic fibres has contributed strongly to Carbon Dioxide Emissions, Pollution and Waste as well as the release of heavy metals and additives to ground water.

Besides the destructive impact on the environment the switch to synthetics has had a negative impact on the Livelihoods of those who depend on the production and processing of natural fibres.

Benefits Of Going Natural:

1. Natural fibres provide a natural ventilation

2. They insulate against cold and heat

3. Offers a breathability making the wearer less prone to Skin Rashes, Itching and Allergies often caused by Synthetic Fabrics.

4. Natural Fibres are of major economic importance to Developing Countries and is Vital to the Livelihoods and Food Security of Millions of Farmers and Processors.
Choosing Natural Fibres Boosts Economic Growth and Helps Fight Hunger and Poverty.

5. Natural Fibres are Eco-Friendly.
They are 100% biodegradable and 100% Carbon-Neutral.

6. Natural Fibres are at the centre of Eco-Fashion, This Movement Seeks to create Finished Garments That are Sustainable from Production to Disposal.

In Summary; If Comfort and Quality are important to you, Natural Fabrics Work Best. The Characteristics of Natural Fibre Fabrics far surpass those of Synthetic Fabrics.