Locally and equitably made. One-of-a-kind treasures. Sustainable fabric. Created by women.
Introducing: The Summer Breeze Hat
Support Sewing for Jobs students in their final semester by pre-ordering a one-of-a-kind Summer Breeze Hat. Sewn at EcoEquitable with upcycled fabric sourced directly from our Eco Fabric Boutique, each sun hat tells a unique story.
Pre-orders we receive will be matched to a student and will provide them with an opportunity to complete their first paid sewing project before they graduate. A detailed description of the cost breakdown is available (left) in order to provide cost transparency, promote fair wages, and shed light on the true cost of sewing production.
We will have a limited quantity of this very first batch of our beloved Summer Breeze Hats. All pre-orders will be available for purchase on our website. Pick-up at our shop only (no shipping available, yet!) at 404 McArthur Avenue, Ottawa.
The Details
The Summer Breeze Hat is a light, airy sun hat designed as a one-size-fits-all for those seeking a stylish way to get some reprieve from the suns' rays this summer! Each hat is reversible, giving you two looks in one! Easily washable and packable, this sun hat will become your must have for the beach, walks, or vacation!
FAQs
Q: Can I choose what fabric my hat is made from?
A: We want our community to experience the same joy we experience every day when fabric is donated to us. That is: it's unpredictable and a surprise! But it's always beautiful. Students will be hand selecting unique fabric to use for each sun hat, and no hat will be the same! First come, first serve for selection.
Q: When can I pick up my order?
A: This won't feel like your typical Amazon next-day-delivery-order. Once a sun hat is pre-ordered through our website, it will be matched with a student sewist, who will get to work on your product. The finish date is approximately 1-2 weeks. Once it's ready for pick-up, you will be notified by email!
Q: How did you arrive at the final cost of the Summer Breeze Hat?
A: The purpose of pre-ordered items is not to compete with mass production and fast fashion prices, that fuel overconsumption while [predominately] women textile workers receive unacceptable wages. The cost of the hat reflects the true cost of labour invested into making a quality product, with the proceeds going back directly into the pockets of local women we serve in our programs. The reality: sewing takes time, and women deserve to make a living wage for their time, skills, and expertise. When women are empowered to succeed, communities thrive. A full cost breakdown is available on the left (the last image in the carousel).
Q: It sold out before I could pre-order one! Will there be another opportunity?
A: Yes! We plan to continue this initiative for future semesters of the Sewing for Jobs program. Stay tuned for future opportunities by subscribing to our newsletter!