Being mendful
The clothing industry as it currently exists puts a huge burden on the climate. We all know the story, fast fashion is designed to be worn for a few months and then thrown away, discarded clothes end up in landfill sites all over the world.
Mendfulness offers a more sustainable way forward. It involves cherishing a garment with conscious attention, repairing instead of replacing, and embracing the beauty of imperfection. With this circular philosophy an item of clothing can have many lives.
The art of visible repair is more than just a practical solution for a tear or hole; it is a truthful expression. Visibly repaired garments become personal items that you will grow even more fond of as time goes by.
So how to become mendful? Turn off the TV, put your phone down, make a cup of tea, take a needle and thread, and get hands on.
It could change you life.