News – Our Social Fabric

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  • Moose-ive amounts of fabric from the landfill

    by Gemma Davison
    Last month, we saved moose-ive amounts of fabric from the landfill - over 1,800 lbs!" In October 2024, Our Social Fabric saved 1,859 pounds of fa...

  • Zero-Waste Sewing: Creative Ideas for Using Fabric Scraps

    by Gemma Davison
    At Our Social Fabric, we believe in making every piece of fabric count. We accept donations of fabric over half a metre in length. But what should ...

  • Discover Chitosante Interlock

    by Gemma Davison
    Discover Chitosante Interlock Are you looking for a fabric that is antibacterial, odour-resisting, moisture-wicking, breathable, fast-drying, anti-...

  • The numbers are in for August 2024!

    by Gemma Davison
    A MASSIVE THANK YOU to our customers, donors and volunteers. Working together, we saved an impressive 3,247 pounds of fabric and sewing-related m...

  • The Year So Far at Our Social Fabric

    by Gemma Davison
    The Year So Far at Our Social Fabric We're excited to share the incredible progress we've made in 2024! In just the first six months, we've diver...

  • Celebrating the Emerging Talents in Sew Fun(d) Round 3

    by Gemma Davison
    Celebrating the Emerging Talents in Sew Fun(d) Round 3! We're thrilled to introduce you to four incredible students who have emerged as stars in o...

  • June 2024 recycling totals

    by Gemma Davison
    In June 2024, Our Social Fabric successfully diverted an impressive 6,277.5 lbs of fabric and sewing-related materials from landfills! This achie...

  • Dive into sewing swimwear

    by Gemma Davison
    Summer is here, and what better way to celebrate than by sewing your own custom swimwear? We're thrilled to announce the launch of our new collect...

  • Understanding Fabric Weights: Bottom-Weight, Dress-Weight, and Blouse-Weight

    by Gemma Davison
    When it comes to sewing your own clothes, choosing the right fabric is crucial. One important aspect to consider is the weight of the fabric, whic...

  • May 2024 was a record-breaking month!

    by Gemma Davison
    May 2024 was recording-breaking for Our Social Fabric. Last month we diverted an incredible 58,919 pounds of fabric and sewing materials from lan...

  • What is Supplex?

    by Gemma Davison
    At Our Social Fabric, we’re passionate about offering the best in sustainable and high-performance fabrics. One of our standout fabrics, and team...

  • Unraveling the Secrets of Ripstop Fabric

    by Gemma Davison
    Today, we're diving into the fascinating world of ripstop fabric – a versatile material that's been revolutionizing the way we approach garment ma...