SUSTAINABILITY AND CARE

At JUD, we approach things with care, intention, and respect for where things come from and how they are made. We keep our knitwear collections small and focused, working to refine each piece so that it lasts in quality, relevance, and wear. We believe in building slowly, adding only what makes sense, and making sure every piece earns its place.

Materials

We work with a small selection of mills and suppliers to source high-quality natural fibres. Finding yarns that meet those standards and are close to where we're knitting can be challenging, so we're working with mills to develop our own yarns, spun in the same country where the pieces are made, with people we trust who share our values around labor practices and animal welfare. For pieces made in LA, we use yarns from the UK and Italy specifically spun for hand flat machine knitting.

Cotton & Cotton Care

The cotton we use is grown without pesticides or chemical fertilizers and is 100% GOTS certified.

Cotton gets heavy when it's wet and can loose its shape. Use gentle organic soap, roll it in a towel to squeeze out the water, then lay it flat outside to dry.

Machine washing works too, wool or gentle cycle in a mesh bag. The spin gets rid of excess water without stretching it out. It takes longer to dry than wool, so somewhere warm with air moving through is good. Just keep it out of direct sun or the color will fade.

Wool & Wool Care

We use wool from a small selection of yarn suppliers, choosing natural fibres for their quality and character. Much of our wool is mulesing-free, and we're continuing to check the sourcing of newer yarns as we introduce them.

Wool is a remarkable fibre and doesn't need washing very often. Its natural properties help keep it fresh, so airing your knitwear outside or in a well-ventilated room is often all it needs. Washing less frequently also helps preserve the softness and character of the yarn.

When washing is necessary, gently hand wash in cool water with a small amount of wool detergent. Avoid rubbing or agitating the fabric, as this can cause felting or shrinkage. Gently press out excess water without wringing, then roll in a clean towel and lay flat to dry.

Some wool garments can be machine washed on a dedicated wool cycle with cold water and a gentle spin, but always check the individual care label first. Never tumble dry unless specifically instructed.

Buttons

We use natural corozo buttons, made from tagua palm seeds. They're durable, renewable, and each one has its own grain and character.

Packaging

Orders ship in recycled packaging from EcoEnclose. Our cotton bags are made locally in LA from organic cotton. We use glassine paper for wrapping, it's recyclable and biodegradable. When we need plastic, it's 100% recyclable.

Sustainability is part of how we work, and we will keep adjusting as we learn and grow. We make special pieces meant to be worn and cherished for a very long time because, it is about owning fewer things that mean more. If you are no longer wearing something, pass it on, resell it, give it to someone who will love it, or just make sure it stays in use. Making things last is what matters most.