Journey into the wild world of fabrics.

From the wisdom of indigenous cultures to cutting edge innovations in recycling and bio fabrication, we celebrate the diversity of nature-friendly alternatives to fast fashion fabrics.

Around the World in 80 Fabrics is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization No# 87-3853910

North Ronaldsay breed of seaweed eating sheep, North Ronaldsay Island, Scotland. Drone footage by Rowan Aitchison for ATW80F

200+

Plant, Animal, Bio-based, & Recycled fabrics
in our collection

45

Countries represented

86

Makers
interviewed

66+

Fabric stories in our Digital Fabrics Library

OUR 2025 COLLABORATION WITH THE ROYAL SCHOOL OF NEEDLEWORK, UK

Working closely with the Royal School of Needlework, ATW80F will be partnering with multiple community organizations and global fabric makers in 2025 to launch the RSN Fragile Threads initiative.

Illustration by Dawson Phillips

Supporting the UN SDGs

At ATW80Fabrics we support UN sustainability goals by fostering connections between plastic-free fabrics and planetary health. We elevate mindful makers who prioritize restorative practices that sequester carbon, enrich soil and water health, safeguard the biodiversity of ocean and land ecosystems, and respect the lives of workers.

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