What Makes Fine-Gauge Merino Wool Feel Soft Instead of Scratchy
Fine merino fibers and a fine-gauge knit aren’t the same measurement. A closer look at wool’s feel, the finished fabric, and our San Francisco-knit checkerboard blanket.
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Useful guides to what we make and what we carry: everyday clothes, good books, creative play, thoughtful gifts, and little things for home.
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.
What does organic cotton mean on a clothing label?
Organic cotton tells you something useful about the fiber. Here’s how we read that alongside origin, textile certification, printing and the garment itself.
Why we use French terry for everyday kids clothes
A closer look at the looped cotton knit behind our Everyday Joggers and Pullovers, and how the same fabric works in different shapes.
Sustainable Clothing: Look Beyond the Label
Our jeans aren't organic, and the vintage fabric is in the pockets. A closer look at those choices, the labels on our clothes, and what we'd want to know before...