Stitch UpOur agony aunt, Uncle Sage answers your clothing care dilemmas
We know that changing your habits to be more sustainable can be full of dilemmas, and fashion can already be a minefield in itself. Unsure how to resist the urge to replace pieces with a bit of wear-and-tear? Perhaps you want some tips on getting into mending and upcycling? Well not to worry, our agony aunt, Uncle Sage will give you all the tips you need.
We know that changing your habits to be more sustainable can be full of dilemmas, and fashion can already be a minefield in itself. Unsure how to resist the urge to replace pieces with a bit of wear-and-tear? Perhaps you want some tips on getting into mending and upcycling? Well not to worry, our agony aunt, Uncle Sage will give you all the tips you need.
I’ve recently started sewing and stitching as a hobby and hope to be able to mend and upcycle my pieces. But I’m worried about how much fabric I’m getting through already! How can I make sure I’m being as sustainable as possible?
We know that changing your habits to be more sustainable can be full of dilemmas, and fashion can already be a minefield in itself. Unsure how to resist the urge to replace pieces with a bit of wear-and-tear? Perhaps you want some tips on getting into mending and upcycling? Well not to worry, our agony aunt, Uncle Sage will give you all the tips you need.
I’m trying to look out for more sustainable clothing options like hemp and viscose, but I’m not sure how to care for these new materials – can I throw them in the washing machine?!