We all come to sewing for different reasons. Some of the most common are:

• we struggle to find clothing that fits our bodies or our taste level in stores
• we struggle to find good-quality clothing at reasonable prices
• we want to know more about who makes our clothing and under what conditions
• we want to avoid mindless purchases and wear clothing with intention behind it
• we want to make better use of our resources: time, money, and products

Consider how many of these goals can fit under the umbrella of ECO-sewing.

This is not an “official” sewing style or designation, but rather a loose grouping of concepts and ideas that communicate a desire to sew in a manner that feels more responsible, sustainable, and with better stewardship.

The lessons, videos, and projects that follow are built on this framework. They are designed to cover the underlying ideas of WHY we might want to alter our sewing habits in a way that thinks beyond the finished project, and HOW we can do that–without sacrificing the aesthetics of what we sew or our own creative practice. I introduce a framework that gives us room to develop our ideas of where our fabric comes from and where it goes, and how to explore the world of clothing construction–even when we know this planet has a LOT of clothing already.

Will you join me?