January 2010 Blog Posts (23)

handwoven silk fabrics available in April

Handwoven, naturally dyed silk fabrics created by women's weaving groups in rural Thailand (fairly traded by TAMMACHAT Natural Textiles) will be available in April 2010. Many are hand-reeled and organic (produced without any chemical inputs at any stage of their making). Ask about custom orders: ask@tammachat.com.

For a sneak preview of the fabrics, visit our … Continue

Added by Ellen Agger on January 30, 2010 at 1:30 — No Comments

Ethical Fashion Forum Social Event - Birmingham

EFF Social Event

inviting you and guests to the first Ethical Fashion Social Event in association with EFF (Ethical Fashion Forum Network).

What is Ethical Fashion Social Event about?

This social event is open to everyone interested to network about anything to do with being ethical A to Z. This is the first event and I believe it would be good to keep things open to all within the creative industries.

This Event is happening on Thursday 28th January… Continue

Added by Two Be Grand on January 29, 2010 at 19:00 — No Comments

Untold is BAC, London Fashion Week 2010...

Monday 22nd February 2010

Grand Hall, Battersea Arts Centre

Pop-up Boutique: 1pm-10pm

Catwalk Show: 7pm-8pm

After Show Soiree 8pm-10pm

Season VI and Untold is BAC bringing with it a theatrical ambience along with elements of quirky and quaint historics. As another chapter unfolds the Untold Boutique and catwalk show 'pops-up' again for one day only; specially invited press, industry and buyers will be welcomed to the stage as the curtain is… Continue

Added by Maame Baryeh on January 29, 2010 at 16:26 — No Comments

Fabulous Flags: The glittering tradition of voudou flags reminds us of the beauty of Haiti and its people

.

BY: Colvin English

To many of us, “needlework” conjures up images of grandmothers, maiden aunts, and war widows working on antimacassars and altar cloths. In Haiti, however, needlework means vivid visions of saints and devils, curses and prayers, even African goddesses transformed into colorful images of the Holy Virgin. Needlework and vodou go… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 27, 2010 at 19:30 — 1 Comment

Circle of Thread

Spiral Wayuu weaving symbolizes the endless cycle of life

Fashionistas like Tory Burch and Ralph Lauren are just now discovering spiral-woven mochila bags and offering them in their boutiques. But the matriarchal Wayuu people of Colombia and Venezuela have been weaving them for generations – both for their bright, geometric beauty, and for the deep… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 26, 2010 at 21:02 — 1 Comment

Caipora Eco Jewellery harnesses the talent of local artists for Mother’s Day.

In a special initiative to celebrate Mother’s Day, Caipora Eco Jewellery is not only introducing new pieces of wearable art, it’s showcasing the skills of local artists in creating its Mother’s Day Greeting Card.

Caipora has specially selected 4 unique jewellery designs for the occasion. And to complete the perfect Mother’s Day gift package, Caipora has invited local artists to design a unique Greeting Card. The winning card… Continue

Added by Zel Albuquerque on January 23, 2010 at 22:40 — No Comments

Copenhagen Fashion Festival, 10-14 Feberuary

Hello there Ethical Fashionistas,

Is anyone going to the Copenhagen Fashion Festival. I'm based in Sevilla (Spain) but I think I'm heading up the 9th of February. I'd love to stay with someone or check out the city and festival with someone. Either way I'll be there, but it would be great to trek around with someone ethically inclined. There is a special Green Walk that could be quite exciting. For more about CFF… Continue

Added by Ibada Wadud on January 22, 2010 at 20:52 — No Comments

Love is in the air...

Added by Naomi CR on January 22, 2010 at 20:35 — No Comments

Add us on Facebook!

http://www.facebook.com/#/profile.php?id=1672997201&ref=search&sid=206900505.921600880..1

Added by AYNI on January 21, 2010 at 17:01 — No Comments

PR/Comms Internship Opportunity at MADE-BY UK

MADE-BY is a not-for-profit organisation which works with fashion brands to improve the social and environmental aspects of their entire globalsupply chain.

The placement is for 3 months, 2-3 days/week. We are looking for someone who is available to start immediately.

The candidate must be outgoing, have great telephone manner and excellent written English. You will contribute creative ideas, contact clients directly and support at events such as Pure Womenswear under the… Continue

Added by Pamela Daniels on January 20, 2010 at 12:30 — No Comments

Ethical Fashion Network- Rapid growth

The start of a new year is a good time for reflection.

With a continually growing network it is hard to keep track so we have assessed our members to demonstrate who you could be connecting with. Through our Network we link with almost 2500 members and through our newsletter we connect with almost 7000 subscribers in 73 countries.

The network has a growing international membership with 45% of our members subscribing from outside the UK, demonstrating the Ethical Fashion… Continue

Added by Ethical Fashion Forum on January 20, 2010 at 4:30 — No Comments

Ethical Fashion Forum focus during 2010

2009 was a pivotal year for the Ethical Fashion Forum (EFF)

I never thought that I would be inspired by an online social network- but this network inspires me every time I approve a new member.

It is incredible how many pioneering individuals – nearly 2500 in more than 70 countries- have joined this network. The combined body of your work can and will change the face of fashion- it already is changing lives for hundreds of people behind your companies and… Continue

Added by Tamsin Lejeune on January 20, 2010 at 4:26 — 1 Comment

Smartbags New year offer to EFF members

Smartbags are UK-based specialists in eco-friendly woven and non-woven bags and accessories. All products are 100% recyclable, reusable and water-repellent, using the latest print and manufacturing technologies. Smartbags understand how important brand image is, and work with you to create a bag that enhances your campaign and showcases your designs. Customers range from large retailers to independent designers.

Smartbags are offering a special offer of 10% discount on all orders… Continue

Added by Smartbags on January 14, 2010 at 14:43 — No Comments

Gold’s Dark Side

Investors are hoarding it to hedge against the dollar’s weakness. Consumers are buying it up in ever increasing volumes. Gold seemingly adds up to big opportunities wherever you look, with US gold jewelry sales representing a growing $17 billion market and China gold jewelry sales reaching nearly 260 billion yuan in 2009. But the fact is that this precious metal has a dark side, too. As gold’s prestige and value increases, so do the implications of the trade itself.

“Most consumers… Continue

Added by 3BL Media on January 13, 2010 at 17:01 — No Comments

Clash of the Artists 2010 - Call for Artists, submission ends on January 25th

Now in it’s fourth year, Clash of the Artists 2010 will once again raise the standard of artist competitions across the world! At Art For Progress, we inspire exceptional international talent to get involved and support art education while having the opportunity to win fantastic prizes geared for the career artist. Here’s your opportunity to show the art world, peers, and… Continue

Added by Art For Progress on January 13, 2010 at 16:40 — No Comments

Junky Styling Talk at V&A Museum 1st Feb!

So many questions….So many answers….
Book Now!
xx

Added by Junky Styling on January 12, 2010 at 17:57 — No Comments

Jewels of the Kalahari

The ancient Bushmen enter the international jewelry market

The Bushmen of the Kalahari Desert are almost as old as humanity itself. Geneticists tell us that they are perhaps the oldest group still walking the earth. Sadly, like many ancient peoples, they are among the poorest and most disenfranchised in their southern African… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 12, 2010 at 16:45 — 2 Comments

Adorn London interviews Pamela Daniels this week in our 'Ethical Extravaganza'

Here are the links
http://www.adorn-london.com/interviews/pamela-daniels/
http://www.adorn-london.com/features/beautifully-green/
http://www.adorn-london.com/blog

We would love you to pass on the links and comment on the site, we are very excited to bring you fabulous ETHICAL jewels

Added by Juliet Hutton-Squire on January 11, 2010 at 10:35 — No Comments

Able Embroiderers

Does a work of art reveal the soul of its creator?

If so, the needlework of Kagoshima City’s Nui Project, an embroidery workshop for the mentally disabled, uncloaks souls whose workings are little understood.

Nui Project’s dazzling textiles and shirts, stitched by artists living with Down’s Syndrome, autism, and other mental and physical… Continue

Added by HAND/EYE Magazine on January 10, 2010 at 22:00 — No Comments

What Do You Predict or Wish For Ethical Fashion in 2010?

image courtesy of www.ecouterre.com

Happy New Year from all at EFF!!

Online Fashion Magazine Ecouterre asked me to share my prediction for Eco-Fashion in 2010. I was enjoying a peaceful week off from the internet and so didn't read the e-mail in time, but it got me thinking...

WHAT DO YOU PREDICT OR WISH FOR ETHICAL FASHION IN 2010?

Please add you… Continue

Added by Amisha Ghadiali on January 9, 2010 at 15:00 — 21 Comments