Episode 27: A Sustainable Solution for Cotton Production - Fibre 52 with Graham Stewart Threads of Sustainability

This episode features Graham Stewart, a textile production expert whose company Fibre52 is breaking new ground in sustainable cotton processing.  Our discussion explores the evolution of sustainable dying practices,  different types of dyes and their environmental impacts. Join us for this fascinating  conversation that touches on everything from the circular economy to the intricacies of textile supply chains, and how home sewers and textile artists can make informed choices around dying their fabrics.

About Graham

Graham Stewart is an international textile and apparel production fiber to brand specialist working with world-class organizations. For the past two years, Graham has developed and patented a more sustainable process to bleach and dye cotton.

About FIBRE52

Fibre52 is environmentally kind and cost-conscious processing for cotton with global application. It's an inexpensive replacement for traditional and outdated cotton preparation methods used to produce a PFD and dyed fabric. Fibre52 uses natural products instead of heavy chemicals, at lower temperatures, with less energy, less water, and less processing time.

Website: https://www.fibre52.com/
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