Eco Stamps Explained
A simpler way to choose sustainable, eco-friendly fabrics — without the overwhelm
Choosing good fabric shouldn’t feel like a research project.
Between greenwashing, vague labels, and endless “eco-friendly” claims, it’s hard to know what’s actually sustainable — or worth sewing with. That’s why we created Sew Eco Stamps.
They’re a clear, honest way to help you spot quality, eco-friendly fabrics quickly, so you can spend less time second-guessing and more time sewing.
Why Sew Eco Stamps Exist?
We know most sewists just want to know:
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Is this a good quality fabric?
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Was it made responsibly?
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Does it align with my values?
Sew Eco Stamps answer those questions without the legwork.
We’re a fabric shop that doesn’t compromise — not on quality, not on ethics, and not on our responsibility to people and the planet. Every fabric we stock is consciously chosen because it sews well and because we’re confident it’s been made with care.
Instead of burying you in certifications, acronyms, and technical jargon, we do the checking for you. Each fabric is stamped with a grade of 1–3, making it easy to see whether it’s an eco-friendly fabric with recognised certification — or one of our most sustainable options.
That means:
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You can spot eco-friendly, quality fabrics quickly
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You don’t have to second-guess green claims
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You can shop with confidence, knowing the hard work has already been done
No guesswork. Just clear, honest guidance — so choosing good fabric feels simple, not overwhelming.
If you're interested in how our values come to be, take a read on Meet the Brand: Sew Eco Fabrics - Rosie's passion for sustainability, sewing and business came together.
How the Stamps work?
Every fabric is assessed on:
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Fibre type
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Certifications
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Environmental impact
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Social and community practices
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Supply-chain transparency
The result? A simple stamp system that shows where a fabric sits on our sustainability stamp spectrum. You can learn more about what makes fabric sustainable on our blog post.
Breaking Down our Eco-Stamps
Eco-Stamp 3
Our minimum standard for new fabrics
These fabrics are:
• Made with Natural Fibres
• Backed by at least one recognised eco-certification
They’re a solid step for eco-friendly fabric, but certification alone doesn’t always tell the full story. Transparency around farming, dyeing, or labour may be limited — which is why they sit at Stamp 3.
Think of this as good fabric with verified eco credentials.
Eco-Stamp 2
Ethical production with people in mind
These fabrics go further by combining:
• Made with Natural Fibres
• Recognised eco-certifications
• Clear social or community initiatives
This might include fair wages, safe working conditions, small-scale production, or long-term supplier relationships that help build communities.
These are quality fabrics made responsibly, where people are part of the sustainability story - not an afterthought.
Eco-Stamp 1
People & Planet First
The most sustainable fabrics we can source
Our highest stamp is reserved for fabrics that:
• use plant-based, natural fibres
• Hold eco-certifications - perhaps multiple
• Produced with low-impact dyes and processes
• Come from transparent, traceable supply chains
• Designed to be biodegradable, compostable, or recyclable
These fabrics are made with the full lifecycle in mind — from seed to soil again. If you’re looking for the best sustainable fabric options available, this is where to start.
What about deadstock or reclaimed fabrics?
Some deadstock or reclaimed fabrics may not carry stamps.
Not because they’re poor quality (many are beautiful, long-lasting fabrics) but because we can’t always verify how they were originally made.
Rather than guess, we’re upfront about what we know and what we don’t. Saving good fabric from landfill still matters, and we’ll always explain that clearly on the product page.
In a Nutshell
Sew Eco Stamps are here to:
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Reduce overwhelm
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Make sustainable fabric easier to understand
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Help you choose eco-friendly, quality fabrics with confidence
They’re a guide — not a judgement. Not every fabric fits neatly into a box, but every stamp helps you make a more informed choice.
If you’re ever unsure, just ask. We’ll always share the full story behind the fabric.
✨ Sew with purpose.
🌱 Choose good fabric, made with care.
🔍 Browse our Eco-Rated Fabrics
🧵 Read: Sustainable Sewing Tips
