What is a washable paper you may ask? Is there anybody that uses paper to create clothes? Yes, we have heard about it. But have you ever imagined to have a backpack from paper and even to be possible to wash it? Yes, there is a company that is creating on hand every single piece and we are very happy to introduce our new partner CRUPON.
Young and small family company determined never to compromise with the materials they are using. Founded in 2013 in Bulgaria they do deliver impeccable handwork and transparent pricing. They perceive themselves as dreamers who create, aim to inspire others and love what they do rather than business people that are in for the profits no matter what. It all begins with the meticulous selection of materials that goes over cutting, gluing, forming, sewing and ends with careful packaging and…maybe the most important ingredient – adding some magic CRUPON dust! This is what makes their products so special and different.
All started with several pairs of sandals. The vast majority of shoes and sandals manufacturers in the world consider processing of leather with various chemicals to be completely normal. It is a financially sound technology but processing the leather in this way involves highly toxic substances such as azo dyes, nickel, pentachlorophenol, chromium VI. These are all substances that are extremely harmful to humans and the environment; they are also the main cause of a number of allergies.
We all know that in most cases sandals are put on bare feet. Then CRUPON family made a decision to make a turn and help people’s health and protect the environment. Today the vegetable-tanned leather merges in itself centuries-old traditional recipes with new modern technologies. The process of converting raw leather into a finished and unique product is relatively slow, takes approximately 40 days and many of the technological steps are carried out entirely by hand with great respect for people and the environment. The main active ingredient in the vegetative processing of the leather is called tannin. This substance is more or less concentrated in a few species of trees and plants, may be present in their leaves or crust and affects the physical condition of the leather in a unique way. Precisely the tannin gives the leather its unique character by which the vegetable-tanned leather differs from all the other leathers. Only the vegetative processed leather combines unique strength with great softness when worn, extreme durability upon systematic wetting and of course a special care to you and the environment.
Like all natural things the leathers which are made with natural ingredients have their own life. The vegetative treated leathers change over time but always for the better. They are initially lighter, have a gentle touch and good mood, and after a period of aging, they get a little darker, while retaining the warm and silky touch.
The most interesting new material though now CRUPON is using is that washable paper tissue. We couldn’t believe what a pleasant look and how durable their backpacks are. You can wash them normally and every time we guarantee how surprisingly exiting is the process and the final result. The material itself is produced in Italy and is quite new on the market and certified MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX®
MADE IN GREEN by OEKO-TEX® is a traceable product label for all kinds of textiles (e.g. garments, home textiles) and leather products (e.g. garments, finished and semi-finished leathers) including non-textile/-leather components (e.g. accessories).The MADE IN GREEN label verifies that an article has been tested for harmful substances. This is carried out through certification in accordance with STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® or LEATHER STANDARD by OEKO-TEX®. It also guarantees that the textile or leather product has been manufactured using sustainable processes under environmentally friendly and socially responsible working conditions. This is carried out through certification in accordance with STeP by OEKO-TEX®. You can use a unique product ID on the label to trace the countries and production facilities in which the labeled article was produced.
Stay tuned as we expect from CRUPON many other miracles they have promised to offer in the near future.