Vegan Alternatives to Silk
Charlie Bradley Ross
Wednesday, 1 March 2023
Silk is often touted as an all-natural, opulent fabric — but, as we know, these qualities are not synonymous with textiles that are good for the planet or benefit the people who make them. Manufacturing silk often hurts both the environment and the worms it uses, leaving many consumers looking for more eco-friendly, ethically-made, and vegan alternatives. This lesson identifies some accessible options and an exciting textile innovation.
In this video, you'll learn about:
- An exciting new protein fibre with the potential to replace silk.
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Silk is often touted as an all-natural, opulent fabric — but, as we know, these qualities are not synonymous with textiles that are good for the planet or benefit the people who make them. Manufacturing silk often hurts both the environment and the worms it uses, leaving many consumers looking for more eco-friendly, ethically-made, and vegan alternatives. This lesson identifies some accessible options and an exciting textile innovation.