Binge Knitting: Ethic and Aesthetic.

Our brand was born out of an evening of knitting and wine. We would knit everything from afghans and beanies. Mitts and scarves were our specialties. As the winter grew near, classmates and friends started asking if they could buy some of our creations. We thought this was a great way to earn some extra money while doing something we loved!

Soon, we couldn’t help but notice the excitement our first round of clients had with their hand-knit items; they were extremely eager to tell the story of it’s origin. Our knits were connecting us with each customer at a personal level.

Fast-forward to a few years later, we are now based in Monterrey, Mexico. We have expanded from winter accessories to handbags; and most recently, to our first pair of handcrafted sandals!

At the heart of our brand are two core values; maintaining an ethical approach to fashion, and  supporting local female artisans.

We provide women from low-income communities in Mexico with workshops; where they learn about fabrics, design, and quality standards. Everyday, we see them garner additional skills as the quality of their labor is enhanced, and as a result they find fulfilment in their progression. Boosting their confidence and providing a source of income for their family is the most meaningful aspect of what we do.

We can’t stress enough on our need to create. To us, it’s always been about creating something beautiful from a simple and enjoyable process. This is where our name “Binge Knitting” stems from – from not being able to put down our knitting needles or crochet hook until our project takes shape. We love to experiment with unexpected materials, modern shapes, and traditional stitching techniques.

Using high-quality, sustainable, and durable materials is very important to us. Our handbag collections are all made using upcycled and recycled cotton fabrics. We have personally visited the European textile mills we work with, and it is amazing to see that for decades, these fabrics were just discarded as unusable trash! We curate and reincarnate these fabrics to create beautiful masterpieces. We’re thrilled to be a part of the sustainable and ethical fashion movement!

-Nirali Malji 

Founder, Lacuna Lab Agency, An innovative marketing agency dedicated to introduce the Future of Fashion