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Visible mending is one of our favorite ways to give a damaged piece new life. In the first installment of our series, learn how to artfully hide a minor flaw. Save for later and pause as needed. Visit the Journal to learn more.

Linen lovers, listen up. Here’s your ultimate care guide. Save for later or share with a friend who also loves linen.

Check the label to confirm it’s machine wash friendly.

Pretreat stains while they’re fresh.

Choose a natural detergent.

Wash cold to avoid fading and shrinking. Rinse out the soap if washing by hand.

Hang dry or tumble dry on low heat (as Eileen does).

Steam—or embrace the wrinkles.

Give your damaged clothes a new life—and a new look. This visible mending with patchwork technique is inspired by French and Japanese workwear repair. Follow along with the steps below and pause as needed.

1. Mark your rectangle around the hole.

2. Cut out damage.

3. Make angled cuts at each corner of the rectangle at 1/4 inch.

4. Iron down edges.

5. Pin patch fabric underneath.

6. Sew on with whatever style stitch you like.

Repair & Care

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We’re a Certified B Corp, which means we’re part of a global network of businesses working toward systemic change. See where we’re making the most impact—and where we still have room to grow as we move forward, together.

Community

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Healthy soil, healthy planet. This is why we’re investing in Regenerative Organic Certified® cotton. “It takes nature 500 to 1000 years to build just 1 inch of topsoil. But by using regenerative practices, farmers can bring life back into the soil.” —Elizabeth Whitlow, Executive Director of Regenerative Organic Alliance

Sustainability

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We’ve spent the last forty years building our line around clothes that are responsibly made, thoughtfully chosen and endlessly worn. Now, we want to help you do the same with your wardrobe.

Visit the link and learn how to build an intentional wardrobe.

A Simple Wardrobe

Growing Better All The Time: Our Regenerative Organic Certified Cotton

The next step in our journey towards better cotton. Inka Apter, our Director of Material Sustainability and Integrity and Elizabeth Whitlow, Executive Director of Regenerative Organic Alliance explain how Regenerative Organic Certified® cotton goes beyond organic. Visit the Journal to learn more.

Growing Better All The Time: Our Regenerative Organic Certified Cotton

Healthy soil, healthy planet. This is why we’re investing in Regenerative Organic Certified® cotton. “It takes nature 500 to 1000 years to build just 1 inch of topsoil. But by using regenerative practices, farmers can bring life back into the soil.” —Elizabeth Whitlow, Executive Director of Regenerative Organic Alliance

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Growing Better All The Time: Our Regenerative Organic Certified Cotton

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Growing Better All The Time: Our Regenerative Organic Certified Cotton

Visible Mending 101 Lesson 1: Stitching

Visible mending is one of our favorite ways to give a damaged piece new life. In the first installment of our series, learn how to artfully hide a minor flaw. Save for later and pause as needed. Visit the Journal to learn more.

How-To: Care For Linen

Linen lovers, listen up. Here’s your ultimate care guide. Save for later or share with a friend who also loves linen. Check the label to confirm it’s machine wash friendly. Pretreat stains while they’re fresh. Choose a natural detergent. Wash cold to avoid fading and shrinking. Rinse out the soap if washing by hand. Hang dry or tumble dry on low heat (as Eileen does). Steam—or embrace the wrinkles.

How-To: Mend With Patchwork

Give your damaged clothes a new life—and a new look. This visible mending with patchwork technique is inspired by French and Japanese workwear repair. Follow along with the steps below and pause as needed. 1. Mark your rectangle around the hole. 2. Cut out damage. 3. Make angled cuts at each corner of the rectangle at 1/4 inch. 4. Iron down edges. 5. Pin patch fabric underneath. 6. Sew on with whatever style stitch you like.

How to Build an Intentional Wardrobe

We’ve spent the last forty years building our line around clothes that are responsibly made, thoughtfully chosen and endlessly worn. Now, we want to help you do the same with your wardrobe. Visit the link and learn how to build an intentional wardrobe.

two women sitting next to each other with the words certified b corporation on it's back

We’re Still a B Corp. Here’s What That Means.

We’re a Certified B Corp, which means we’re part of a global network of businesses working toward systemic change. See where we’re making the most impact—and where we still have room to grow as we move forward, together.