When we first decided to start running a fibre business we decided we would concentrate on natural fibres and try to be as aware as possible about the environmental concerns when selecting products. Recently we discovered Tammachat Natural Textiles. These 2 women travel to rural Thailand and Laos selecting textiles to be sold in Canada.
All of the textiles they acquire are purchased in a fair trade agreement - the artisans set the price and the goods are paid for in advance. The hope is to promote an exchange of learning, community developement, and environmental sustainability.
We have purchased silk squares to be used in crafts. The silkworms are raised without chemicals in the artisans' homes. The fibre is then handreeled into yarn and then dyed with organic materials. These yarns are then woven into cloth.
We are hoping to provide a market in Western Canada to sell these squares and to be part of assisting in the growth of the small community textile trade. Let us hope we can make a difference and promote something we truly believe in.
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