Papel Picado Short Sleeve Tee

This intricate piece by Nachi Eltit symbolizes nature's life cycle, reminiscent of the Mexican folk art of Papel Picado - the decorative craft of cutting elaborate designs into tissue paper.

Features

• Short Sleeve Unisex Tee
• Updated Relaxed Fit - More Room Throughout the Body
• Bluesign Certified Dye House in Los Angeles
• Screen Printed with Water-based inks
• PVC and Phthalate free
• Made in the U.S.A.

Materials

• Preshrunk 50% Organic Cotton, 50% Recycled Polyester Weight 4.2 oz

Factory: Nature USA

• Los Angeles, California / Supplier Since 2012 / Full Production Factory: Sewing & Screen Printing

Overview

• Family owned and operated facilities in Los Angeles, California that we have used since 2012. America’s first Fair Trade Certified factory.

Fibers

• Organic Cotton, grown without synthetic pesticides or insecticides, no GMO, non-toxic. Recycled Polyester, made from post-consumer products such as water bottles, uses less energy, less virgin raw material. Diverts bottles and similar materials from landfills. They use low impact dyes and finishes. Now, new to the line up we are offering Recycled Cotton & Recycled Polyester in our Pullovers & Hoodies.

Dyeing & Finishing

• The local dye house is Bluesign compliant and one of the most environmentally friendly dye houses in the world. On average, they use 40% less chemicals, 50% less electricity, 65% less water, 30% less natural gas, and 50% lower emissions compared to a typical dye house in United States. These savings are even greater when compared to dye houses operating in China, India, etc.

Screen Printing

• Water-based inks, PVC and Phthalate free.

Local Manufacturing

• The entire manufacturing operation takes place within an 8-mile radius. Production Waste: 100% of the fabric scraps generated during the cutting process is recycled.