Si+Lu is a kidswear label set up to work exclusively with Irish craftspeople, utilising handwoven tweed from Donegal, alpaca and merino yarn dyed in Kilkenny and handknitting and sewing by retired skilled workers at home throughout the country.
Set up by Lucy Clarke, a musician and composer Simon O’Connor, Si+Lu is a contemporary take on traditional styles and crafts for boys and girls to wear. The label is ethically made as the carbon footprint is so low and the workers are given 25-30% of the total cost of the item.
Items are made to order and the line is only available online from Si+Lu with items from baby to 8yrs available.
Sea Green sailor jumper from Si+Lu for winter 2012 children’s handmade fashion
Navy mustard sweater from Si+Lu, Irish kidswear for winter 2012
Si+Lu Donegal tweed children’s coat made with local craftsmen
Handwoven blanket detail from Si+Lu
Handmade woollen earmuffs by Si+Lu for winter 2012
Green stripe sweater Si+ Lu, kids sweaters handmade in Ireland
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