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Thought You Knew Sustainable Fashion | You Don't Know Jack

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Most people equate sustainable fashion with outrageous prices, poor style, limited color palette, muted tones and the phrase, "what the hell is that." Sustainable fashion isn't what you think it is..... Silver Needle & Thread is an affiliate of CATA Consumers Against Toxic Apparel .  CATA is an organization working to increase awareness about the dangerous practices employed by  the fashion industry that affect human health and the environment.   CATA offers the solutions, provides education, identify toxic chemicals in your clothes, share research and data connecting those toxic chemicals to chronic illness and disease, collaborate with companies working to improve the industry and connect consumers with companies offering stylish, safe, toxic chemical free clothing.   When you custom sew your wardrobe you have complete freedom to create whatever you want. Silver Needle & Thread services include design, custom sewing-made to me...

US Miss Earth Eco, Miss Florida Title Holder Elizabeth Tran Has Been Fulfilling Her Crown Duties Wearing Organic Clothing Provided by CATA Affiliate Companies From Around the USA

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We hope you enjoy this collage of photos of our official spokesperson, Elizabeth Tran wearing organic clothing as she fulfills her duties under her titles as US Miss Earth Eco and Miss Earth Florida.   To learn more about CATA Consumers Against Toxic Apparel please visit:  http://cataorganicclothing.blogspot.com. Silver Needle & Thread is a CATA Affiliate Company and Part of The Solution for clean, healthy, safe and toxic free clothing.   

Creating An Organic and Natural Fibre Wardrobe | One Dressmakers Eco Fashion Journey

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Join me as I take the time to design, sew and create a new wardrobe after 16 years. You know what they say, "those who provide services are the one's who end up needing the service the most but seldom take the time to take care of themselves."  Well it's true, as a professional dressmaker it's been over 16 years since I created a wardrobe for myself.  Time to change that!   Over the next few weeks I will be designing my new organic and natural fibre wardrobe incorporating vintage, classic and modern styles with lots of color, clean lines, tailoring components, great cuts and fabric combinations. Follow me to see the results.  I hope I can inspire you to make a change, become connected to the clothes you wear, wear clothes that make you happy and look good.  The way you want to. Why organic?   *I believe my body should be covered by nature not a chemical concoction cook up in a laboratory.  *I believe slow fashion...

Custom Sewn Organic Clothing: Model 4 Miracles Fashion Show

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Check out some of our custom sewn organic clothing modeled at this year's annual  Model 4 Miracles Fashion Show in Orlando, FL  Miss Earth Florida Elizabeth Tran coordinated and hosted the show in Orlando, FL. Her efforts raised over $16,000 for the charity. Our youngest model worn a pink and green  organic cotton sateen dress with matching ribbon.   This simple white girls dress is trimmed in cotton lace.   It's the perfect style for any special occasion. This fun jumper is made using organic cotton.  It will flatter any body type. Whatever your wardrobe needs are Silver Needle & Thread can sew it for you. We offer over eight thousand organic and natural fabric swatches. Make your garment today! Contact us at silverneedleandthread@gmail.com or call 904-998-9978 to make an appointment.

Silver Needle & Thread showcased in "Out of This World Organic Clothing Fashion Show," at Hippocrates Health Institute

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This custom sewn natural fiber ensemble shown at Hippocrates Health Institute , "Out of This World Organic Clothing Fashion Show." Organic fibers made up 95% of the fashion show. Other natural fibers such as hemp, linen, peace/raw silk, and wool were shown. Visit CATA's Fan Page to Learn More

Sewing Organic Clothing and Natural Fiber Fashion

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Silver Needle & Thread is getting ready to participate in CATA Consumers Against Toxic Apparel RAW Odyssey Organic Fashion Show at the Hippocrates Health Institute in West Palm Beach, FL When:  Saturday, November 1 We'll be showing custom sewn fashions using some of these beautiful natural linen fabrics. Organic cotton, Italian wool, raw silks, hemp and blends. Gorgeous silks! We offer CATA members a 10% discount on fabrics and finished garments everyday. The discount is exclusive on unlimited purchases for one full year.  To become a Member << Click here now >>

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