Sustainability at Mamie and Florrie

Sustainability is very important at Mamie and Florrie.

Packaging
Mailing pouches are fully recyclable and biodegradable.  The postal bags I use are FSC® certified for the added assurance the paper is from managed sources.
Your bags are;
100% Water repellent 
100% Biodegradable
100% Sustainable 
Plastic free and planet friendly
Carbon neutral 
Use water based inks and coatings
To recycle, remove the postage label from the pouch and recycle with your household recycling. 
Paper wrapping is recycled and recyclable and secured using recyclable paper sticky tape. 
All business cards are recyclable.
Recycled honeycomb paper packing is used for more delicate items.
I proudly operate a zero plastic packaging policy.

Dyeing and Production 
Acid dyes are used to achieve colour vibrancy and consistency however, water usage is minimal.
Water for soaking yarn is reused and clear water from dye baths is used for washing post dye. 
Yarn is washed using ECOVER wool and silk wash made from biodegradable products, and dermatologically tested on sensitive skin.

Social Responsibility and Animal Welfare 
Yarn is sourced from suppliers who actively contribute to the social welfare in overseas countries, supporting farmers and their families through education and donating to charities to support people with disability and low income. 
Yarn is sourced from businesses supporting animal welfare and anti-mulesing practices.   
Where possible, UK mills are used supporting UK manufacturing.

Carbon Footprint 
All raw materials are bought in bulk to minimise deliveries.
Despatch is by myself, delivering parcels to the Post Office on my way home from work - no additional mileage!