Alabama Chanin, the homegrown enterprise of the inspiring Natalie Chanin, now sells organic cotton jersey in 25 colors, available online. Their description: "60" wide, certified fiber is grown in Texas, spun in Tennessee, knit in South Carolina, dyed in Mississippi and shipped from Alabama." The colors are beautiful. And it makes me wonder -- will this economy encourage America to revive its textile industry, and make it sustainable? Will knowing how to sew become a valued skill?
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