Sustainability & Recycled Yarn
Each of our throws is crafted with a commitment to sustainability, using approximately 75% upcycled cotton, 20% RPET, and 5% other fibers. The yarns we use are certified by the Global Recycle Standard (GRS), ensuring the highest standards of recycled materials.
From the start, our goal was clear: to minimize waste by repurposing existing resources rather than adding more to the world. This led us on a dedicated search for a manufacturer specializing in recycled yarns and an American mill willing to embrace this eco-friendly approach. The result? Soft, cozy throws that not only offer comfort but also align with your values. Enjoy the warmth and feel good about making an earth-conscious choice.
How Our Recycled Yarn is Made
Plastic soda bottles are shredded into flakes and melted into pellets.
Apparel factory scraps are collated by color group and shredded into recycled fiber.
The two materials are blended to create recycled yarn.
This yarn is used to make your soft and cozy Seek & Swoon throw.
What's so great about recycled yarn?
We're happy to share!
- Recycling textiles and plastics plays a crucial role in reducing landfill waste.
- By using pre-consumer textile scraps that have already been dyed, the production of recycled yarn avoids water waste and harmful chemical run-off, while also consuming less energy.
- This process eliminates the need for new cotton farming, which in turn reduces land use, water irrigation, and the application of fertilizers and pesticides.
Did you know? A study by Gail Baugh at San Francisco State University found that recycled cotton significantly reduces the use of water, chemicals, dyes, and energy compared to organic cotton.
THE MORE YOU KNOW!
PLASTIC BOTTLES?
Ever wonder how and why plastic bottles are used for the soft, snuggly yarn in our sustainable throw blankets?
First, plastic bottles are collected—yes, the ones you sip from! They're sorted, thoroughly cleaned, and shredded into tiny flakes.
These flakes are melted down and passed through spinnerets (like fancy pasta makers!) to form long threads. Once cooled and stretched for strength, these threads are spun into yarn.
We then combine this recycled polyester yarn (used for strength and durability) with recycled cotton to create the eco-friendly yarn for our blankets. It’s the perfect blend of comfort and sustainability.
