Product Safety & Materials

About my products

Every Emerald Swift product is designed and handmade by me in my studio in Germany. For products responsible contact person and contact details please see impressum details or below.

Emerald Swift. Art 
Ewa Janina Trenkner
Am Felsenkeller 27, 64397 Modautal, Germany

Represented by: Ewa Trenkner
Contact: Email: info@emeraldswift.art

VAT-ID:
Sales tax identification number according to §27a Value Added Tax Act: DE452560065

Product Safety

All Emerald Swift products are designed and handmade for adult use. They are intended for everyday personal use, such as carrying books and personal belongings or storing small items in bags, pouches and cases.

General safety information

• Keep away from open flames and strong sources of heat. Textile materials can burn or be damaged by high temperatures.
• For adult use. These products are not designed or intended as toys or products for children.
• Some products may contain small decorative or functional components, such as buttons, beads, charms, clasps or other small parts. These may present a choking hazard and should be kept away from young children.
• Some products may include cords, ribbons, straps or other longer textile elements. These should be handled responsibly and kept away from young children due to the potential risk of entanglement or strangulation.
• Use each product only for its intended purpose. Do not use textile accessories as climbing, hanging, carrying or restraint equipment.
• I select materials intended for their stated use and do not intentionally use materials known to present a health hazard under normal, intended conditions of use.

Product-specific safety information

Where additional safety information is relevant to a particular product, it is provided directly on the individual product page.

The product page also provides information about the materials used, their sources and, where applicable, relevant certifications or supplier-provided material information.

Because my products may combine new, reclaimed and upcycled textiles, the available material information can vary from one product to another. Where the composition or certification of a reclaimed or vintage textile cannot be verified, I do not make an unsupported certification or fibre-content claim about that material.

For detailed information about a particular item, please refer to the Materials & Safety information provided on its product page.

 

Transparency matters to me.
Here you can learn more about the materials I use, where they come from, relevant certifications, product safety and how I approach reclaimed, upcycled and lower-impact materials.

 

What does “reclaimed textile” mean?

Reclaimed textile is a fabric that already existed before I used it to create a new product. Instead of being discarded, the textile is carefully selected, prepared and given a new purpose in my designs.

This can include vintage fabrics from my family collection, pre-owned garments or other existing textiles that are suitable for reuse.

Reclaimed textiles are different from recycled materials: they are reused in their existing fabric form rather than being broken down and processed into new fibres or materials.

Because reclaimed textiles may have an unknown original manufacturer, age or exact fibre composition, I only provide material or certification information when it can be reliably verified. Where the composition cannot be confirmed, I describe the material simply as a reclaimed or vintage textile rather than making an unverified fibre or certification claim.

 

Where do your linen fabrics come from?

I source my new linen fabrics from European textile suppliers, with a preference for linen produced in Europe and materials with recognised certifications where available.

Some of the linen fabrics I use are made from European flax and may carry the European Flax™ certification. This certification relates to the traceability and origin of the flax fibre and is provided through the relevant certification system.

As my materials are sourced from different suppliers and may vary between collections and individual designs, not every linen fabric I use will necessarily carry the European Flax™ certification - renamed Masters of FLAX FIBRE™ in January 2025. When a specific fabric has this certification, I indicate it in the product information.

For each product, I provide the available information about the fabric's origin, composition and certifications on the individual product page. Where certification or fibre composition cannot be verified, I do not make an unsupported claim.

 

What is OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100?

OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is an independent textile certification system that tests textiles for harmful substances.

Products certified to STANDARD 100 have been tested against a list of substances that can be harmful to human health. The testing requirements take into account how the textile is intended to be used and how much skin contact it may have.

The certification can apply to different components of a textile product, including fabrics, threads and other textile accessories.

Some of the new fabrics I use are supplied as OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 certified. Where this applies to a particular product, I indicate it in the product information.

Please note that OEKO-TEX® STANDARD 100 is a textile safety certification. It does not mean that a product is organic, recycled or environmentally friendly, and it does not by itself certify the sustainability of the finished product.

 

What embroidery threads do you use?

I use a variety of embroidery threads depending on the design, colour and technique. Whenever the manufacturer and material specifications are known, I provide this information in the product details.

I use Madeira, Newbrothread, embroidery threads.

When a specific thread has recognised certifications or other relevant specifications, I include these details on the individual product page.

Some of my embroidery threads are vintage or inherited threads from my family's collection. For these threads, the original manufacturer, fibre composition, age or certification may no longer be known. I continue to use them where they are in good condition and suitable for the intended application, but I do not make unverified claims about their composition or certification.

I may also use commercially available threads purchased through retailers or marketplaces. In these cases, I identify the manufacturer and product specifications where they can be reliably established.

In short: I distinguish between verified material information and materials with an unknown history. Where reliable information is available, I share it rather than making assumptions about a material's composition or certification.

What embroidery stabilizers do you use?

Embroidery stabilizers, also called embroidery backing or fleece, are used to support the fabric during machine embroidery and help maintain the shape and quality of the finished design.

I use different types of stabilizers depending on the fabric, embroidery technique and requirements of the individual design. Some stabilizers are removed after embroidery, while others may remain as part of the finished construction.

Where the manufacturer and material specifications are available, I provide this information on the individual product page.

I may use stabilizers from established embroidery and textile suppliers, as well as materials from older or previously purchased supplies. For materials with a known manufacturer and documented specifications, I provide the available information. Where the origin, composition or certification of an older stabilizer cannot be verified, I do not make an unsupported claim about its composition or certification.

The stabilizer is selected according to the intended use of the product and the requirements of the embroidery design.

 

What other materials and components do you use?

Some of my designs include additional components such as buttons, beads, charms, ribbons, cords, labels, clasps, rings, magnets and other decorative or functional elements.

I source these components from a variety of suppliers and sources. Depending on the design, they may include:

• New components from established manufacturers or textile suppliers, such as Prym and other recognised brands.
• Vintage and reclaimed components, including buttons and other decorative elements from older collections.
• Wooden components, including buttons and decorative elements.
• Metal components, such as clasps, rings and other hardware.
• Magnets, where required for a particular design.
• Ribbons, cords and textile elements made from materials such as cotton or other fibres.
• Paper and bamboo components used for decorative or functional details.
• Components sourced through international marketplaces and suppliers where the original manufacturer may not always be identifiable.

Where reliable information about the manufacturer, material or certification is available, I provide it on the individual product page.

For vintage, reclaimed or otherwise unverified components, the original manufacturer, age, exact composition or certification may not be known. In these cases, I describe the material only to the extent that it can be reasonably established and do not make unsupported certification or material claims.

Because some products contain small components, magnets, cords or other elements that may require specific safety considerations, any relevant product-specific safety information is provided directly on the individual product page.

 

What packaging do you use?

I aim to keep my packaging simple and to use as little plastic as reasonably possible.

Depending on the product, order size and packaging requirements, I may use:

• FSC®-certified paper or cardboard from responsible sources, where available.
• Paper-based packaging and recycled paper materials.
• Cellulose-based or bio-based packaging materials, where suitable and available.
• A limited amount of plastic packaging where it is necessary to protect the product during storage or shipping and a suitable alternative is not available.

Packaging materials can change over time as I look for practical alternatives with lower material use and better environmental characteristics. For this reason, I do not promise that every order will use exactly the same packaging materials.

Where relevant, the packaging itself will be labelled with information about its material and disposal or recycling instructions.

I avoid making general claims such as “plastic-free”, “biodegradable” or “fully sustainable packaging” unless these can be specifically substantiated for the particular packaging material and its intended disposal conditions.

Packaging information

Because packaging is selected according to the product and order rather than permanently assigned to an individual product, the most accurate material and disposal information may be provided directly on the packaging, for example through a label or sticker.

Please follow the disposal and recycling instructions provided on the packaging you receive.