How to patch the knee of a pair of kids jeans
Check the cloth around the hole, choose a comfortable patch and keep the back of the leg clear. A practical starting point for a visible knee repair.
Resources
Useful guides to what we make and what we carry: everyday clothes, good books, creative play, thoughtful gifts, and little things for home.
How to buy secondhand kids clothes by measurements and condition
Let the print catch your eye, then compare the actual measurements, wear and fabric before choosing a secondhand piece.
A practical preschool and daycare clothing checklist
Start with the preschool list, the clothes that fit now and a spare outfit that has not been forgotten in the cubby. Build the rest around your actual routine.
How to wash and dry cotton French-terry clothes
The actual cold-wash routine for our Everyday French-terry pieces, with a little attention to printed areas, damp cuffs and undyed cotton.
Garment-dyed versus undyed cotton: what changes in the garment?
Warm undyed cotton, matte washed black and a few brighter choices: how the Everyday pieces get their color, and how we like to put them together.
Tea towels, hand towels and cloth napkins: choosing the fabric for the job
Strawberries for the kitchen, neon checks by the basin, or cotton napkins for the table. The sizes, fabrics and making details behind each choice.
Small blanket or full-size throw: comparing size, pattern and care
A close-up of a strawberry won’t tell you how much sofa it covers. Compare the 30-by-40-inch blankets and 50-by-60-inch throws, then choose your fruit.
Choosing a knitted gift: scarf, personalized blanket and care details
A six-foot MAMA scarf, a little night sky, or a personalized checkerboard blanket: choosing a San Francisco-knit gift around the person who’ll receive it.
How we upcycle kids clothing at Colorful Bunch
Existing jeans and shorts, a strawberry print, and the original fabric story kept intact. A look at the particular pieces we upcycle.
French terry versus fleece for everyday kids wear
Start by turning the sweatshirt inside out. Then compare the fiber, fit and everyday details that matter beyond loops versus fuzz.