Saturday, October 1, 2016

Great Options For Children's Clothing In Norther California

By Clinton Arnhold


People are discovering that the state of children's clothing in Northern California that is sold on the common market has become quite dismal. These products are of poor quality materials that shrink and fade color over everything in the washer. The mere fact that the seams are so loosely sewn that they easily pull apart is enough to make one wary of these mediocre apparel brands.

So what is your alternative? There are companies producing quality children's clothing in Northern California right now! Here's a list of some of the myriad good qualities of this clothing:

- The hand-loomed and hand-block printed high quality cotton is a hit with the kids. Adults are drawn to the fact that the clothes are made by artisans in an ethical environment and only natural dyes.

- These stylishly casual items are durably made to last long enough to even be passed down to other kids as they are outgrown.

- The prints used on this clothing are original, and comes in both muted and vibrant colors

- Heritage textiles that have naturally hypoallergenic qualities are used for these handmade apparel items. Natural cottons, fine silks, and top wool, worked by skilled artisans, are some of the materials utilized in their construction.

One such amazing heritage textile known as Kalamkari, has been in existence since the 13th century, originating in India. This is a complex process where a special pen, known as a kalam, is used in a fabric decorating craft that involves seventeen separate steps. Today, in Andhra Pradesh, a southeastern state, where weavers and artisans have shared their craft through many generations, this material is still manufactured.

The dyes in this clothing are all natural, and are made from flowers, stems, leaves, bark, naturally occurring metals, and minerals. Each item of clothing is washed after each color is applied, and can be washed 20 times before the fabric is ready to be sold.

- Much of the apparel is decorated using the more than 250 year old Indian tradition of hand-block printing. Wooden blocks with an imprinted relief design are loaded with the desired color and then pressed firmly against the taut cloth. This is a painstaking, labor intensive and slow process that generates some amazingly artistic unique patterns.

- Few things feel better against the skin than 100% fair trade t-shirts made with certified organic materials. The cotton is grown without the use of genetically modified (GMO) seeds, synthetic fertilizers or pesticides. Healthy growing soil helps maintain a fine balance of only beneficial insect influence, and any weeds are removed as soon as they appear in the fields.

The World Trade Organization defines fair trade as a partnership based on respect, transparency, and dialog that aims to provide a greater equitableness in international trade. Buyers guarantee to pay a minimum price which guarantees a sustainable livelihood for the producers of the cotton. Consumers who buy fair trade products will receive a unique and finely made product, while at the same time encouraging social change.

Quality clothes for children are readily available.




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