(UpcycleLino) Cotton Linen Botanical Print Oversized T-Shirt

This jersey fabric is made from yarn spun using recycled linen fibers. The raw material is derived from fabric remnants—offcuts that naturally occur during garment production and would otherwise be discarded. These scraps are processed through a garnetting machine, which reverts them to a fibrous state by mechanically pulling them apart with countless fine needles. The resulting recycled linen fibers are then blended with organic cotton to produce the yarn. The final fabric is made entirely from this recycled yarn, giving it a distinctive slub texture and a subtly uneven appearance, characteristic of the cotton-linen blend. It also features a pleasant, dry handfeel that adds to its natural charm. This printed T-shirt was created in line with the theme of “plants” and takes inspiration from botanical illustrations.

Pattern A is based on a plate from the 1801 publication ENGLISH BOTANY or COLOURED FIGURES of BRITISH PLANTS. VOL. XIII., featuring an illustration of rush (Juncus), a plant still commonly used in Japan for tatami mats and woven flooring.

Pattern B comes from the 1863 book FERNS: BRITISH AND EXOTIC., depicting a specimen of Woodsia obtusa, a species now listed as endangered in Japan.

Both prints retain subtle imperfections such as faint stains, creases, and traces of original text, which evoke a sense of age and history—qualities embraced as part of the design. The silhouette is generously sized for a relaxed fit and offered in one Free size. Reinforced double-needle stitching is applied to the armholes and neckline for added durability.

・Supple, soft, and dry touch.
・Relaxed fit.
・Boxed silhouette.
・Lightweight.
・Crew neck.
・Short sleeves.
・Approximate weight: 298g.

Model Height: 174 cm, 5'7.0”

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Introducing UpcycleLino:

UpcycleLino is our trademark that encompasses our innovative range of yarns and fabrics, meticulously crafted from the fabric waste generated during our production process. Traditionally, a staggering 30% of fabric production goes to waste (often reaching 40% to 50%). However, with our upcycled yarns and fabrics, we can minimized waste to an astonishing 0%.

Dedicated to promoting sustainable circular fashion and committed to reducing our carbon footprint, we have ingeniously transformed our linen fabric waste into our original upcycled yarn. Our exclusive UpcycleLino yarn is skillfully woven from our discarded pure linen fabric scraps, combined with organic virgin cotton fiber. This unique blend results in a one-of-a-kind upcycled linen-cotton yarn.

Moreover, we employ this innovative upcycled yarn to create new fabrics, which serve as the foundation for our UpcycleLino clothing. Even after the upcycled garments have been produced, we remain steadfast in our mission to minimize waste. Consequently, any additional fabric waste generated is repurposed to create upcycled hangers. This holistic approach ensures that our sustainable circular fashion ethos is actualized, striving towards our goal of achieving "Full upcycle production = ZERO Waste."

In recognition of our unwavering commitment to sustainable circular fashion, we are honored to have been bestowed with the esteemed GOOD DESIGN AWARD 2021. This accolade not only acknowledges our industry-leading initiatives but also reaffirms our dedication to creating a more sustainable future.