Sewing Inspiration for Father's Day: Handmade Gifts from the Heart With Father's Day just around the corner, it's the perfect time to show the special men in our lives how much we appreciate them. What better way to celebrate than by creating a heartfelt, handmade gift? This year, let's think beyond the traditional store-bought presents and tap into our creativity to sew up something truly unique. Get inspired with our curated Pinterest board filled with wonderful Father's Day project ideas! Our Pinterest board is brimming with creative proj...

10 Sustainable Ways to Make Your Own Handmade Clothes with Organic Cotton Are you looking for ways to make your wardrobe more unique and sustainable? Creating your own handmade clothes is a great way to express your individuality and reduce your environmental impact. And the best part? You can use organic cotton materials to ensure that your clothes are not only beautiful, but also eco-friendly. Here are ten ways you can make more of your wardrobe handmade by yourself, using organic cotton materials: Learn how to sew: If you're new to sewing, start with easy p...

Fat Quarter Frenzy! Save Big on Organic Cotton Bundles Hello there, wonderful crafty friends! We hope this email finds you in high spirits and ready for some exciting news. It's time for a Fat Quarter Frenzy at Organic Fabric Company! I'm thrilled to announce a limited-time sale on all our delightful Fat Quarter Bundles, featuring our finest selection of organic cotton materials. Get ready to dive into a world of endless creativity and stunning quilting projects. Whether you're an avid quilter, a sewing enthusiast, or simply a lover o...

Here is what is new in shop! Good morning! I hope that you found my latest blog What Makes Fabric Organic helpful and enlightening. If you haven't yet read it, it's worth the quick read. I am thrilled to announce the release of our newest collection, Idea Garden, designed by the talented artist Meenal Patel for Cloud9 Fabrics. This collection features eight coordinating prints that are perfect for your next sewing project, all made with GOTS certified 100% organic cotton poplin. Idea Garden is inspired by the...

Sustainable Fashion: Me Made Wardrobe Creating a more sustainable handmade and upcycled wardrobe from natural fiber materials and from clothing you already own can be a fun and rewarding process. Not only will you be helping to reduce the negative impact that the fast-fashion industry has on the environment, but you will also be able to express your creativity and personal style in a one-of-a-kind way. The first step is to evaluate your current wardrobe and identify which items you want to keep and which ones you no longer need....

Avoiding Synthetic Fibers Polyester and other synthetic materials have become increasingly popular in the textile industry due to their affordability, especially since many are made from chemical by-product. However, exposure to polyester and synthetic materials can lead to several health problems, including skin irritation, allergies, and respiratory issues. Skin Irritation and Allergies: Polyester and other synthetic materials are made from petrochemicals that can irritate the skin. Wearing clothes made from these...

Benefits of Linen Fabric Linen is a natural fabric made from the fibers of the flax plant. It has been used for thousands of years for clothing, bedding, and home decor, and is known for its durability, strength, and comfort. In recent years, linen has become increasingly popular due to its sustainable and eco-friendly properties. Breathable: Linen is a highly breathable fabric, allowing air to circulate around the body and keep the skin cool and dry. This makes it an ideal fabric for warm weather and summer clot...

The Voyager Quilt! New Quilt Pattern, Clothing Patterns, and New Fabric in Shop! We are so excited about this newest pattern in shop! It's a beautiful paper pattern that utilizes fat quarters! We also have some new clothing patterns including these:

Three Eco-Friendly Kitchen Swaps (that you can sew-up today!) Here are three handmade sewn cotton eco-swaps that you can use in the kitchen. The best part is, you can sew them today! 1. Reusable Produce Bags: Instead of using plastic bags to store and transport fruits and vegetables, you can use handmade sewn cotton produce bags. These bags can be washed and reused multiple times and are great for reducing waste in the kitchen. 2. Unpaper Towels: Instead of using paper towels, you can use handmade sewn cotton unpaper towels. These can be used for c...

New in Shop! Handmade Items Section + Shop Update Hello Friends, It's been a really long time since my last shop update and I know that there have been many questions regarding in-person shopping. We had to let our lease go back in the summer of 2020. We are hoping to open another store-front soon, but the restrictions in California and San Diego are still uncertain for us, so we are choosing to wait a little longer before making a commitment into any address. Meanwhile, we are renting a small detached-cottage-studio in a quiet reside...

The Latest News from Organic Fabric Company (Coupon code inside!) Hello Friends!It's been almost forever since my last email! I have so much news to share with you all, but I will try to keep it all short and sweet. In the Summer of 2020, we had to close down our lovely storefront and moved into a temporary location while waiting for local restrictions to be lifted while keeping an eye out for a new location to become available. After an additional year of restrictions coming and going and coming back again, our goal of securing a new location in San...

New Indie Clothing Patterns and Craft Kits in Shop Hello Friends! I hope you all had a beautiful Independence Day weekend! I really wanted to thank everyone who has made the time to answer the survey that I sent out (if you haven't done it yet, it's not too late!). It's been very insightful and helpful in me getting to know what sorts of products you all would like. This is really important to me. Before this, I had no idea how many of you are not quilters! Since I now know that so many of you enjoy making clothing, I'm w...

New Website Launch! Hello friends! I'm so excited to announce the launch of our new website! I hope you love it as much as I do! The interface has been totally revamped and reimagined. I have attempted to simplify your browsing experience and to assist in answering common questions within each individual product listing. I'd love your thoughts and if you find any issues with the new site, please reach out and let me know. Here are some new items for your sewing pleasure! Remember, you can ...

New in Shop! We just added some incredibly beautiful patterns to our shop! I'm so excited to be stocking The Avid Seamstress patterns. Not only are they beautifully and well designed patterns, but the presentation is so stunning! This is always extra exciting for indie patterns. We have a few patterns now stocked with more on the way!

Side-Snapping Bib Pattern - Free Tutorial for Beginners Today we have a new pattern for you all! You can purchase this pattern for $3.99 in an easy to use downloadable PDF here. This is still available for free. Just keep reading. Here is an easy side-snapping bib pattern for your use. I love side-snapping bibs for a lot of reasons, mostly because they can be unsnapped while baby is sleeping. You do not have to use snaps for this pattern. You can also use Velcro if you'd prefer or if it's simply what you have on hand. Metal or Kam...

Baby Gammo has arrived! Shop update! Hi Friends! Thank you all who entered our Instagram scissor giveaway. The winner, Jacqueline S. was announced in our stories! In other news, after a long wait, three weeks of intermittent labor contractions, and much patience the newest little babe of the Organic Fabric Company crew was born on 2/3, exactly one week after his EDA (estimated date of arrival)! He's as precious as can be (aren't they all???). While I'm resting up and enjoying newborn snuggles, Clarissa is har...