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non-toxic

from start to finish.

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Why 100% Organic Cotton?

The short answer: it’s the least toxic fabric (behind linen and wool.)

The longer answer: did you know fabrics have a frequency, and that the frequency can either be healing or depleting to the human body?

Stay with me…

Some frequencies to know:

  • Linen: ~5,000 mHz

  • Wool: ~5,000 mHz

  • 100% Organic Cotton: ~100 mHz

  • A Healthy Human Body: ~100 mHz

  • Polyester: ~15 mHz

  • A dead/decaying human body: ~15 mHz

In short, anything above the frequency of the human body will be healing to wear, and anything below will not. This is the reason gauze is made of linen (and why hospital sheets used to be made of linen) - it’s literally healing to the human body.

If you’re interested in the full breakdown, read the blog below!

The Materials

Full Blog

But wait there’s more!

Organic cotton is hands down the most sustainable fiber, supporting healthy ecosystems, promoting fair treatment of farmers and workers, and focusing on long-term viability and sustainability of the farming system.

Here are the other benefits to using 100% Organic Cotton!

  • Organic cotton is cultivated without the use of synthetic pesticides, herbicides, or fertilizers. Instead, farmers rely on natural methods such as crop rotation, composting, and beneficial insect release to manage pests and enrich the soil.

  • By avoiding synthetic chemicals, organic cotton farming minimizes soil and water pollution. It helps preserve biodiversity and promotes healthier ecosystems by maintaining a more balanced and sustainable agricultural system.

  • Organic cotton is not genetically modified. The avoidance of GMOs helps prevent potential environmental and health risks associated with genetically engineered crops.

  • Organic farming encourages the growth of various plants, insects, and animals, promoting biodiversity. This helps maintain a balanced ecosystem, which is crucial for the overall health of the environment.

  • Organic farming practices improve soil fertility and structure by avoiding the depletion of essential nutrients. Crop rotation and the use of organic matter enrich the soil and support long-term sustainability.

  • Custom organic cotton t-shits often utilizes water more efficiently through practices like rainwater harvesting, better irrigation management, and reduced water-intensive synthetic fertilizer usage. This is particularly important in regions prone to water scarcity.

  • By focusing on soil health and sustainable farming practices, organic cotton cultivation promotes long-term sustainable t-shirt printing, ensuring that the land remains productive for future generations.

  • Organic cotton farming often emphasizes fair wages, fair labor practices, and community development. It supports local economies and communities, creating a more sustainable and equitable supply chain.

  • The organic cotton industry is supported by various certification bodies (e.g., GOTS - Global Organic Textile Standard) that set standards for organic cotton production. These certifications ensure that specific criteria related to sustainability, ethics, and environmental impact are met.

  • Organic cotton farming involves fewer health risks for farmers and workers due to the absence of exposure to harmful synthetic chemicals. This contributes to a healthier and more socially sustainable working environment.

the ink

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What it is:

  • Organic

  • Non-toxic

  • Certified GMO-free

  • 100% solvent-free water-based ink

  • Super clean, carbon-negative black pigment

  • Free of lead, heavy metals, & toxic chemicals

  • Oeko-Tex® Standard 100 Class 1

  • Not tested on or sourced from animals

What it does:

  • Transforms organic waste

  • Eats greenhouse gasses

  • Destroys harmful pollutants - including PFAs, which are forever chemicals!

What it isn’t:

  • “Carbon Black” - this is what the vast majority of inks used today are made of, and it comes from the combustion of crude oil.

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MaDE IN USA

“Not By Might” is designed and based in Los Angeles, CA, and all of our products are sustainably printed in the USA (Pennsylvania, to be exact!)

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FAQ’s

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  • We are a (super) small business and currently can’t accommodate all returns. However, we will take return requests and grant returns on a case-by-case basis (usually if your shirt isn’t in production yet, we can grant your request.) If you need a new size, feel free to email us for an exchange!

  • Yes! We offer digital gift cards - check our “shop” page to purchase