Green Sewing Projects

Posted by Kate Pullen Feb 10, 2008

Sewing can be a very 'green' craft. Old and discarded pieces of fabric can be recycled and sewn into new objects and given a new lease of life. It is also possible to make items that replace disposable objects such as grocery bags. Making fabric grocery bags are an ideal way to combine sewing with helping the environment. Fabric grocery bags can be used time and time again, thus reducing the amount of waste that goes into land fill.

Fabric carrier bags are a great project for sewers of all experience levels and are a good way to practice new techniques. Other recycling sewing projects include working with old jeans which provide a good source of strong fabric.

Many sewers also like the fact they have control over the fabric used. Organic fabrics, for instance, are great for baby sewing projects and in these days of constant product scares and recalls it is reassuring to use certified organic fabrics.