#Branded Garments

[frederickkittens]

LeFlacon ‘Clair de Lune’ op

[bookshelfdreams]

@hylianengineer sorry I had to make a new post, the answer got too long for replies :D

Ah, the dreaded "but wool is itchy!". Not something I can relate to (I really like it when yarn/fabric has a bit of grip and structure to it, I'm not one for the ultra-soft, fluffy wools) but let's see if I can say smth useful.

First, you're definitely not alone in finding wool scratchy! A lot of people have sensory issues regarding it. Whether it can be helped at all will depend on how sensitive you are; some people can't even handle unspun 17 mic chubut merino and at that point, wool just isn't for them. Which is fine, not everything is for everyone.

Rule of thumb: the higher quality your fibre, the softer the finished garment will be. If it's just listed as "wool", it might contain recycled fibre, wool from sheep breeds that don't have a super fine fleece, or even wool from dead animals, all of which lowers the quality.

Virgin wool (I think) refers to wool that is spun for the first time, so a yarn that has no recycled fibres in it. Lambswool is a sheep's first wool. It is finer and smoother than adult wool.

Another big impact is breed of sheep and origin of the fibre. Merinos are the go-to for high quality items, but are also kept all over the world, so look to where your wool comes from. Aotearoa and South America are well known for their high quality merino wools. Sheep that live in colder, harsher climates produce a sturdy, tougher fleece, especially if they're not merino breeds. Depending on where you are, regional wool might not be what you're looking for. Britain is famous for their wool, but Shetland wool won't be super soft. Try some BFL (Bluefaced Leicester) if you can get it; it is smoother than merino and not as springy.

Wool can be superwash treated by coating the individual fibres, so the scales on the hairs are covered. This means it won't felt and can be machine washed; it also makes it less scratchy. This process is very energy- and water-intensive. The fibres are coated in silicone, I think, which makes the finished yarn feel kinda plastic-y, and it also lowers the insulating and water-repelling qualities of the wool. (All in all, you might as well buy acrylic)

You can also try looking for sheep's wool mixed with other animal fibres. Cashmere, alpaca, and mohair are probably the most common and all have their own qualities (cashmere is shiny and drapey; alpaca is smooth and kind of dense; mohair is light, extremely fluffy and super warm). All are softer than sheep's wool and nicer to the skin.

Anyway, all that to say: Look for virgin wool, look at the breed you're getting if it's specified, look for mixes with softer fibres, look at the origin of the wool. Unfortunately, when you're sensitive, navigating the world of natural fibres can be a bit of a minefield, I know. If wool isn't for you, that's not a moral failing!

[sleepgarden]

new headdress I'm working on for my shop. Lambkin, the pet name varré gives us in elden ring, is such a cute word. The pink yarn is very light against the cream, it's hard to capture but it "blushes" in light, almost disappearing under certain angles and light! Accented with antique lace, and it'll have a gorgeous matching ribbon and bows.

I haven't posted any personal work in a while so here's something I'm taking time on for myself ^-^

[anotherdescentintomadness]

YiZhan Same Shirt To Dispel Your Existential Dread

[luvtsblog]

Luvt’s handmade crystal top.

[emjee]

Hanes has discontinued my favorite style of underwear and I am so mad I’m posting about it on tumblr dot edu

[roseband]

people have /now/ been googling "trump tariffs" and "tariffs" in mass after voting for them BRUH??????????????

WHAT THE FUCK?

we literally do not have the manufacturing capacity domestic for the sheer amount of consumerism these freaks want and they're seeing it /now/ what the everloving fuck? yes your prices are going up, you?

im getting a tax break, and consumer goods will go up to cover it, and it's a net 0 tax raise according to every economist for my income bracket, but the bottom 75% that voted for him...... whelp?

[hotmess-exe]

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[frederickkittens]

Rose Mary 2003-2007

[pattern-recognition]

unfortunately, the right one looks better

i hate when a commodity constructed of quality materials and meticulously assembled bears a price that reflects its means of production

[lesbianmasterchief]

all my clothes are blue, green, or orange. should I branch out

[pristine-starlight]

My toxic trait is that I really love fiber arts: I love to crochet, I think handspun yarn is the coolest shit, I'm seriously considering trying wet felting someday,

But none of it fits my clothing style outside of maybe the occasional scarf or bag (tho I much prefer backpacks, so even that is shaky), sofrom the outside I still just look like I have no appreciation for handmade clothes and am all about fast fashion

[telltaleanatomicalheart]

one of my fave brands called nana studioz had their last last release on the 8th of march. and i’m sad but also immensely enamored by the integrity of the brand. i think there was only three drops in total starting from 2021. my fave thing about this brand was the story behind every piece and collection and the collective aesthetic and universe it created. but also the most popular thing being called ‘second skin top’ and that comfort and it just felt like a universe where little me never had to grow up . i love love love this brand so much and i know that the designer will create new things again and i truly admire their dedication to be themselves and just have integrity and make REAL and functional and lasting art <3. it’s not about the consumerism it’s about the art the history the story the love the affection the caree,,aghh i love it so so much. i never got to buy anything but that’s okay. hopefully i’ll wonder upon the most perfect thrift find ever. :(( .

[muirneach]

oh nooo fashion mfers wear workwear as if the fucking royals havent been wearing barbour for like a century