Social & environmental sustainability matters
10% of global CO2 emissions
The fashion industry accounts for the second largest consumption of water in the world and is responsible for 10% of global CO2 emissions.
The Fashion & Textile industry is the 2nd most polluting industry in the world.
The fashion industry is responsible for 20% of global water waste
Source: EU Parliament (2025), The impact of textile production and waste on the environment
Source: Waste Managed (2025), Fashion Waste – 2025 Facts & Statistics
Read more about the environmental implications of the textile industry and fast fashion.
60 million employees worldwide
There are more than 60 million workers around the globe in the textiles, clothing, leather and footwear industries; yet, less than 2% earn a living wage. Globally, the clothing industry employs more than 300 million people along the value chain, which can be understood to also include people that work in design, distribution and retail divisions of the fashion industry.
Only 4% of the price of a garment goes to the person who makes it.
WHAT WE DO
Addressing social issues within the fashion industry is crucial for sustainability efforts.
You contribute to enhancing the protection of human lives in the world of fashion by sewing your own clothes and appreciating the craft of sewing.
Reducing textile waste
The fashion industry is one of the biggest contributors to global textile waste, both through unsold inventory and overproduction. Home sewing allows for mindful use of fabric, often using every scrap or repurposing leftovers creatively. Unlike mass-produced clothing, sewing your own wardrobe means fewer wasted resources and a greater appreciation for the materials you use.
Championing slow fashion
Sewing is inherently slow fashion. It encourages patience, skill-building, and creativity — everything that fast fashion ignores. With each stitch, you're rejecting a culture of instant gratification and instead cultivating a deeper relationship with your clothing. The result? Garments that are loved, worn, and treasured for years to come.
Empowering ethical choices
Fast fashion supply chains are often built on exploitative labor practices, with low wages and poor working conditions. When you make your own clothes, you're stepping away from that system and choosing self-reliance and empowerment. Pattern makers and home sewers are part of a growing movement that values craftsmanship, fair work, and transparency over cheap mass production.
Rethinking overconsumption
Fast fashion thrives on a cycle of impulse buying and disposable clothing, leading to staggering amounts of waste. Millions of garments end up in landfills each year, often after just a handful of wears. By choosing to sew their own clothes, makers slow down the process of consumption and shift their focus to quality over quantity. Each garment becomes a thoughtful investment, not a throwaway trend.
JOIN THE COMMUNITY
Become part of a growing community encouraging slow fashion and valuing the craftsmanship reflected in sewing.
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malou(at)planetpeachdesign.com
Copenhagen, Denmark
