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7 environmentally friendly fibers

Tencel is made from sustainably harvested plantation trees and the solvents used to make the fabric are recycled. Tencel reportedly drapes like silk, but can be as tough as denim or as lush as velvet. (Wikipedia)

Ramie comes from a linen-like plant and, combined with wool. Ramie is normally blended with other fibers. (Wikipedia)

Hemp, used to make sailing cloth for centuries, is gaining tremendous popularity. It is an incredibly strong fiber - 20 times stronger than cotton - that can be made into everything from rope to shoes to drapery and fabrics. (Wikipedia)

Wool, which is naturally fire retardant and soil and stains resistant, is also incredibly durable. It can be woven into everything from sheers to its most commonly known interior use as upholstery fabric. (Wikipedia)

Green Cotton includes organically grown cotton, as well as cotton that is undyed. Until recently, most of us were not aware that cotton naturally grows in different colors. (Wikipedia)

Coyuchi (which means brown cotton), produces many interior fabrics, from upholstery weight to sheers. Imagine the luxury of silk. It deserves its reputation as one of the most beautiful fabrics. (Wikipedia)

Linen, made from the flax plant, is always an excellent choice for fabric. It is easily grown organically, and takes and holds dyes quite readily. Linen is strong but soft, amazingly durable, absorbs moisture and doesn’t lint. (Wikipedia)

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