When you choose to purchase handmade clothing, you are buying art. Each piece is carefully handcrafted by a person, not a machine. The design is well-thought out, and fabrics chosen with purpose. No other piece is exactly the same, and therefore when you buy from a handmade artisan, you are truly supporting the arts.

 

Many handmade artists have a signature style, which makes it fun to collect pieces from different designers.

 

Buying handmade clothes also makes a statement on the quality of human life. Mass produced clothing facilities in third world countries, aka 'sweatshops', have proved to be a difficult issue to resolve because their roots lie in the conceptual foundations of the world economy. Many consumers want inexpensive goods, but at what cost is often the debate. Although conditions have improved in recent years, the argument is still to be made that clothing facilities in third world, and developing countries still operate in inferior conditions.

By purchasing your handmade clothing from an individual, you know you are buying it from someone who is enthusiast about their craft. Handmade artisans blend their sewing knowledge with design skills, and produce fabulous creations that stand out, and are always special to wear.

 

Whether you're looking for fun hippie patchwork clothing, trendy indie creations, or adorable ruffled handmade children's clothing, our goal at handmadeclothing.com is to bring these artists together in one place in an easy to use directory.

Just remember - many of these handmade clothing, jewelry and accessory artists have home based businesses. By supporting their talents, you are supporting business that really does make an impact on both the local and global economy, and you are also supporting our most valuable resource, independent artists!

 

Enjoy!