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The hemp plants used for fabric and marijuana are two totally different species, making the US prohibition against growing hemp for textiles nonsensical. A hardy plant that produces a fiber stronger than silk, hemp needs little to no chemicals for cultivation. And the first American flag was made out of it.

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Sommer Designs

Hostess Apron: Nest Exclusive

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Hostess Apron: Nest Exclusive

Why It's Good:

You'll be the hostess with the mostest, if not the cutest chef in town, with this charming fifties-style wrap apron. Can you smell the apple pie baking?

Why It's Green:

Hand-sewn in designer Carrie Sommer's home studio. Products made by hand require less energy and don't generate the kind of waste and emissions produced by machines in big factories. This particular design is also exclusive to Nest, a nonprofit organization supporting female artisans in developing countries, with loans funded by the sales of items produced by select designers for Nest. See Website for more information.

Where To Get It:

http://sommerdesigns.com/ | $36.00
Production time: 3-5 days.