each sparrow handbag collection is made from organic and sustainable materials, inside and out. Textiles are dyed with low-impact dyes and prints are created and designed in-house using non-toxic inks. Bag bottoms are cut from recycled tetra boxes and handles are made using stiff hemp webbing.

organic cotton
regular cotton is one of the most heavily sprayed crops in the world. from the early stages of sowing the cotton up to the final process into fabric, the cotton is subjected to large amounts of chemical pesticides, fertilizers, toxic waxes, chemicals and even formaldehyde. all of which get into the air, the earth and the water with negative impacts on the environment and workers. organic cotton is grown using methods and materials that have a low impact on the environment. organic production systems replenish and maintain soil fertility, reduce the use of toxic and persistent pesticides and fertilizers, and build biologically diverse agriculture.

hemp
hemp uses no pesticides and crowds out weeds without herbisides. it is a renewable resource that can be cultivated in as little as 100 days and is the worlds most versatile fiber.

cruelty free
plain and simple, fashion should be cruelty-free. with the belief that all animals should be treated with compassion and respect, no products derived from animals are ever used for sparrow handbags. this includes leather, fur, wool and silk.