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Redefining the Thread: How Healthy and Sustainable Textiles Enhance Our Homes
WLLW’s comprehensive guide can help you to select fabric that supports health, comfort and the environment.
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Distant Echo, founded by Andrew Wang, combines a profound appreciation for craftsmanship with a lifelong passion for textiles. Born into a Chinese family exiled to the Tibetan border, Wang grew up inspired by local weavers and craftspeople, shaping his aesthetic and values. Though he pursued a medical career as per his family’s wishes, his love for traditional crafts endured. Balancing his profession with textile advocacy, Wang collaborated with organizations like the United Nations and served as President of the World Craft Council North America, fostering connections between artisans and the global marketplace....
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