From flares to wide legs: what jean shapes mean for kids today
Wide, straight, flared or tapered: a little jean-shape history, and how we’d bring those proportions back to clothes a child can wear now.
Resources
Useful guides to what we make and what we carry: everyday clothes, good books, creative play, thoughtful gifts, and little things for home.
Are Jeans Cotton? Cotton vs Stretch Denim for Kids
Jeans can be all cotton or a stretch blend. We look at the label, the fit and the care, with a little room for the questions a fiber percentage can’t...
The denim story: from workwear to the jeans we make now
Rivets, waist overalls, changing shapes and where denim is made. A few parts of the history we keep thinking about as we make kids jeans in San Francisco.
Toy Stores in San Francisco and the Bay Area: A Local Guide
Our North Beach shop, plus independent toy stores in San Francisco, Marin and the East Bay. A few places to look for books, buildable trucks, art supplies and the unexpected...
Secondhand baby and kids clothing in San Francisco
A guide to San Francisco resale shops and the Kids’ Community Closet, with practical ways to prepare for browsing, consignment or sharing.
Why most clothing isn’t made in America—and why we keep it local
Where cotton grows, where fabric is made, where a garment is sewn. Why we keep those connections visible in our own clothing and local collaborations.
GOTS and USDA Organic: what the clothing labels actually cover
USDA Organic, GOTS and U.S. origin describe different things. A closer look at certification grades and the actual wording on a clothing page.
Cotton and synthetics in kids clothing: read the garment, not a slogan
A cotton jean, a knit jogger, blended socks and a nylon bag each ask something different of their materials. Here is how we read those choices.
Indoor Gardening with Kids: Start with One Pot
A colorful pot is a lovely starting point, but the window matters too. Choosing a plant, sorting out drainage and giving kids a small part in looking after an indoor...
Mindful Eating with Kids: Small Rituals for Family Meals
Choosing the napkins, rinsing something together, noticing what's on the plate. A few ways to make family meals feel more shared, without putting pressure on a child to eat.