Project Repat Lets You Literally Wrap Yourself in Memories
Katy Gathright — September 19, 2012 — Social Good
References: blog.designedgood & designedgood
"Make new friends but keep the old" could pretty much be the mantra that you repeat as you order these upcycled custom blankets by Project Repat. Project Repat takes in the t-shirts you love, but would never want to wear again and converts them into new blankets. They're available now at Designed Good, which is telling the story of Project Repat's mission on its website.
Upcycling is a worthy cause in itself, but Designed Good is also highlighting its other ethical edge: fair wage manufacturing in the USA. Project Repat works with NuPath, a company that employs disabled adults, and Opportunity Threads, which actually gives all workers a percentage of the company, both of which operate within the United States.
These upcycled custom blankets are not just cool, they're a solution to the graveyard of shirts in your closet, a way to support fair labor companies and a quick and easy way to get warm in a meaningful way.
Upcycling is a worthy cause in itself, but Designed Good is also highlighting its other ethical edge: fair wage manufacturing in the USA. Project Repat works with NuPath, a company that employs disabled adults, and Opportunity Threads, which actually gives all workers a percentage of the company, both of which operate within the United States.
These upcycled custom blankets are not just cool, they're a solution to the graveyard of shirts in your closet, a way to support fair labor companies and a quick and easy way to get warm in a meaningful way.
Trend Themes
1. Upcycling - There's a growing demand for upcycling products, creating an opportunity for businesses to reduce waste and help the environment.
2. Customization - Consumers want unique and personalized products, which presents an opportunity for businesses to offer customized options like Project Repat's upcycled blankets.
3. Social Responsibility - More consumers are seeking ethical products and supporting fair labor practices, creating an opportunity for businesses to prioritize social responsibility in their operations.
Industry Implications
1. Sustainable Fashion - Companies in the fashion industry can adopt upcycling practices and prioritize sustainability to appeal to consumers' growing environmental concerns.
2. Online Retail - Online retailers can offer customization options for their products to appeal to consumers' desire for unique and personalized items.
3. Social Enterprises - Businesses can follow the example of Project Repat and partner with fair labor companies, contributing to social responsibility while also creating unique and desirable products.
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