Why are your Gather + Sew purchases so important?

You’re protecting the planet.

Because all of the materials I use are second hand, vintage, or reclaimed, you’re creating less demand for new materials and avoiding the pollution created in production of new clothing. You’re also keeping unwanted textiles out of landfills and oceans.

You’re ensuring that I make a living wage and have a safe working environment.

Most garment workers are not paid a living wage, and work in very unsafe conditions. The factories where they work pollute the environment and management often steals wages from employees. Employees in those factories make pennies per day, if that. They are exposed to toxic chemicals and are often denied bathroom breaks.

You’re saving money.

You’re buying well made products that won’t need replaced next year. Or the year after that. Or the year after that.