Some people may not know that crochet can only be done by hand as the intricate stitches cannot easily be replicated by machines. Although this means it takes longer to create, the time, energy, and care that is used to crochet is shown in every stitch. The slow fashion movement is a response to the fashion industries poorly made, mass produced fast fashion that harms both the environment and the workers that make the clothing in unsafe factory conditions. Slow fashion not only is more sustainable but it supports and respects the creators behind the art!