FAQ: Everything You Need to Know

Tissu Nature is an online shop founded in 2025 in Treyvaux, in the canton of Fribourg. It is run by Dugué Atelier 81 (sole proprietorship) and was created by Mireille and Greg.We import our ready-to-dye natural fabrics directly from India from Green-Taylor, the company of Laura Chantebel and Mayank, who also founded the French brand Fibre Bio. We sell our fabrics (GOTS-certified organic cotton, linen, silk, wool) by the metre from 50 cm to sewists, dyers and craftspeople in Switzerland and Liechtenstein.Properties and composition are given on each product page. Certificates (GOTS, OEKO-TEX) are available on request.

It all began with Mireille's wish to dye fabrics with plants. When ordering from France, the price almost doubled because of customs charges – that is how the idea of selling directly in Switzerland, without customs costs, was born.

For all sewing enthusiasts, artists and craftspeople who want to work with ethical materials: plant dyeing, natural sewing, zero-waste projects and responsible craft.

We offer:Fabrics by the metre (cotton, silk, linen, wool …) for all your sewing projectsAccessories (silk scrunchies, home textiles, bandanas)Clothing (linen or cotton shirts, unisex T-shirts, kaftan dress) – ready to dye or left natural to wearScarves and stoles for every seasonEverything is 100% natural, with no finishing and no synthetic dyes.

Yes, that is our speciality. Our fabrics contain no finishing agents that could hinder the absorption of natural dyes.Feel free to ask us for advice – on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch

Yes, you will find our different samples here:Cotton and linen samplesSilk samplesHandwoven fabric samplesScarf samples

Silk is a delicate fibre that needs a few simple precautions. Whether it is wild silk, silk chiffon or silk velvet, it is best washed by hand in cold or lukewarm water (30 °C at most). Use a mild soap free of enzymes and bleach.Do not wring it out: gently press the water out in a terry towel and let the fabric dry flat, away from direct light. Iron on a low heat on the wrong side of the fabric, ideally while it is still slightly damp.If you are unsure how to care for a particular fabric, we (Mireille in particular) will be happy to advise you on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email

Pre-washing is essential before any cutting, whatever the material. Natural fabrics – GOTS organic cotton, natural linen, organic cotton double gauze – tend to shrink a little in the first wash. If you pre-wash your fabric under the same conditions in which you will wash it later (temperature, programme), you avoid unpleasant surprises on the finished piece. Depending on the material, let it dry flat or in the tumble dryer, and iron it before cutting.For silk, pre-washing is usually not necessary if you will later wash it by hand. We will gladly advise you.

For sensitive skin or for the very young, the choice of material is crucial. Our GOTS-certified organic cotton is grown without pesticides or synthetic chemicals, which makes it ideal for clothing and baby items.A particular favourite is our organic cotton double gauze: soft, breathable and machine washable.Our linen (OEKO-TEX certificate on request) is also an excellent choice for adults with sensitive skin.Planning a project for a baby or for someone with allergies? Please contact us on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or through our contact page. We will recommend the right fabrics.

GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard) is the world's strictest organic certification for textiles. It guarantees that the fabric was made from organically produced natural fibres, without pesticides or synthetic chemicals – along the entire production chain, from growing the plant to making the fabric.At Tissu Nature, our organic cotton is GOTS-certified; the certificates are held by our suppliers and are available on request. Choosing a GOTS-certified fabric means choosing a healthy material – for you and for the people who wear it – and fair working conditions for the producers.

The two certifications complement each other, but they do not guarantee exactly the same thing.GOTS certifies the entire organic production process, from growing the fibre to the finished product: it is a certification of the whole supply chain. OEKO-TEX Standard 100, on the other hand, confirms that the end product contains no substances harmful to health, whether or not it is organic.At Tissu Nature, our organic cotton is GOTS-certified, which covers the whole production chain, and our linen is OEKO-TEX Standard 100 certified, which makes it safe for sensitive skin. Certificates are available on request.

We import our natural fabrics directly from India from Green-Taylor, an ethical company with which we have a relationship of trust.Laura Chantebel and Mayank run Green-Taylor and also founded the French brand Fibre Bio. They share our values around natural, ethical and sustainable textiles.Thanks to this short supply chain (Green-Taylor, then Tissu Nature), we can state the origin of every fabric precisely: the origin of the fibres and of the weaving is given on the product pages.

All our natural fabrics are sold by the metre, from a minimum of 0.5 metre.Simply enter the length you want when ordering, and we will carefully cut your fabric by hand.That way you order exactly as much as your sewing project needs – with no waste.Whether it is 50 cm of silk chiffon for a scarf or 5 metres of GOTS organic cotton for a collection: we adapt to your needs.Not sure how much you need? We are here on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch to help you work out the number of metres or to give other tips.

We deliver to Switzerland and Liechtenstein. For orders from the EU, our partner in France, www.fibrebio.com, will be happy to serve you. For the rest of the world, please contact us directly on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch so that we can look at your request together.Every order is carefully prepared in our workshop so that your natural fabrics arrive in perfect condition. Delivery times correspond to normal postal times of 3 to 5 working days; shipping costs are shown in your basket.

Yes, of course. We welcome you by appointment at our workshop, where you can see, touch and compare our natural fabrics before you decide. It is often the best way to choose a material – especially for a particular sewing project or for sensitive skin. We will gladly advise you on site and show you our newest fabrics. To make an appointment, contact us on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch.

Because fabric by the metre is cut to order, fabrics cut to length cannot be returned or refunded, except in the case of a proven defect in the fabric. This is standard practice in the fabric trade. Please check the number of metres carefully before completing your order.Not sure how much fabric you need or which material is right? We will gladly advise you before you buy, directly on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch – that way you avoid unpleasant surprises. For made-up items (clothing, accessories), the return conditions in our Terms and Conditions apply.

To exchange or return an item, please contact us directly on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or through our contact form and describe your situation.We examine every request carefully and always look for a suitable solution. You will find the full return and exchange conditions in our Terms and Conditions. We recommend reading them before you order so that you know the conditions for each type of product.

If there is a problem with your order, please get in touch as soon as possible after receiving your parcel. The sooner you tell us about an issue – damaged fabric, wrong item, wrong quantity – the faster we can find a solution. You can reach us on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) or through our contact form. We will reply as quickly as we can and deal with every situation with care, transparency and a human touch.

Yes, we work with schools, sewing workshops and craft businesses that have particular requirements for quantities or items. For example, Créa-Tine in Oron-la-Ville (VD) makes the majority of its textile products with our fabrics.Are you a school, workshop or craft business and would like to discuss your project? Contact us directly on WhatsApp (the fastest way) or by email at contact@tissunature.ch. We carefully examine every professional enquiry and always look for the solution that best fits your situation.

Yes. If your project requires larger quantities of fabric, we will gladly check your request in advance: whether the items you want are available and how best to handle the order.We import our natural fabrics (GOTS and OEKO-TEX certificates on request) directly from India from Green-Taylor. This allows us to guarantee consistent quality even for larger quantities. For large quantities, please contact us directly before ordering online so that we can support you as well as possible.

For professional projects – school, workshop, crafts, design – the easiest way is to contact us on WhatsApp (+41 79 212 86 42) for an initial conversation. You can also visit us at our workshop by appointment: we will show you the available fabrics, answer your questions and advise you on your project. If you prefer to write, you can reach us by email at contact@tissunature.ch. We reply quickly and treat every professional enquiry with the same care as orders from individuals.

What makes our fabrics special is the selection: natural fibres (organic cotton, linen, silk, wool) processed in India, with no synthetic fibres, dyes or finishing agents, and ready to dye.We import them directly from Green-Taylor, run by Laura and Mayank, who also lead the French brand Fibre Bio. Certificates (GOTS, OEKO-TEX) are available on request.

Yes – we know how important it is to see and feel a fabric before buying, especially for larger quantities.That is why we offer samples for most of our items, so that you can make your choice with confidence.Just ask us by email or WhatsApp.

We deliver across Switzerland and to Liechtenstein by Swiss Post. Shipping costs depend on the weight and volume of your order and are clearly shown before you complete your basket. Delivery is free from CHF 100.You will usually receive your parcel within 2 to 4 working days.You will find all the details on the page Delivery, Returns and Refunds.

Because of transport costs and customs charges from Switzerland, we do not deliver to the EU.That is one of the reasons Tissu Nature was founded.For Europe, our partner Fibre Bio will gladly send your order to you for your sewing and dyeing projects.

There is no minimum order at Tissu Nature: whether you want a single scrunchie (slightly more expensive because of shipping) or 200 metres of fabric (with a little lead time), we do everything we can to support your creativity.All Tissu Nature fabrics are available by the metre from 50 cm.Tissu Nature is for everyone: individuals as well as professionals.