The Crisis of American Sewing

About this episode

This episode discusses the complexities of American-made sewing and the role of DIY makers in sustainable production.

Send us Fan Mail Most of us like the idea of American-made production, but very few of us understand the complexity (or the role DIY makers can play in rebuilding it). This conversation explores what it actually takes to build sewn products sustainably in America without losing sight of the people behind the products. The Carolina Textile District helps businesses (big and small) create amazing products here in the US through educational courses, businesses connections, and operational suppor...

Topics covered

• American-made production
• DIY makers
• sustainable sewing
• textile industry
• product development

Keywords

• American sewing
• sustainable products
• textile district
• DIY
• manufacturing

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Carolina Textile District

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