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Originally posted by tmdiva
I have a pair of hemp overalls (wore them a lot while I was pregnant). They are very comfy, and I like the weight and drape of the fabric. However, they have not worn all that great, and I've had to make lots of repairs, mostly along seams, and reinforce heavy wear areas with cotton.
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Beyond the "organic" cachet, hemp has its problems as a clothing material. It wears rather quickly, doesn't hold color well, and you will frequently wake up in the middle of the night to find your pants eating all of your chips.