NORTHERN MICHIGAN
A field guide to Northern Michigan: farm stands and wineries, Sleeping Bear Dunes, lake life, long hikes and country afternoons.
Inside Wildsam Northern Michigan, you'll find sights and stories of majestic waters; insider tips on rivers and lakes; a roadtrip through rolling orchards to farm stands, vineyards and Hemingway haunts; guides to lakeside and harbor towns; interviews with music makers, farmers, sailing experts, tribal leaders, writers and water advocates; delightful miscellany from the archives; selective recommendations for finds in the region and trusted travel essentials.
“Water is everything here, even ashore. Glaciers that hollowed out the Great Lakes and pocked the land with inland waters also sculpted the land. High dunes look out over turquoise blues, and plots where cherry and apple orchards bloom and divvy the rolling hills–each form expressing a memory of water, just as Hemingway remembered the sky. ”
Editor Jennifer Justus
Illustrations Lindsay Gardner
Contributing Writers Jacob Wheeler, Mae Stier and Jacqueline Knox
Featuring The Accidentals (Savannah Buist, Katie Larson), Lois Beardslee, Iliana Regan, Anne-Marie Oomen and more.
Designer Alan Kahler
Frequently asked questions
-
GOTS (Global Organic Textile Standard)is the leading global certification for organic fibers. It ensures textiles contain at least 70% certified organic fibers, prohibit hazardous chemicals, and meet strict environmental and fair labor standards from harvesting through production.
-
OEKO-TEX® Standard 100certifies that dyes and textile components are tested for harmful substances, including heavy metals, allergenic dyes, and carcinogenic chemicals. This certification ensures the finished textile is safe for skin contact and human health.
-
Natural fibers such as merino wool, cotton, alpaca, and linen are renewable, biodegradable, and breathable. Unlike synthetic fibers, they do not release microplastics and require fewer chemicals during production, making them better for both people and the environment.
-
At Studio Variously, we prioritize certified natural fibers and small-batch production to create textiles that are durable, breathable, and responsibly made while supporting skilled artisan communities.
-
We use third party lab tested biodegradable materials like acacia, tea, coffee, marigold, indigo, eupatorium & manjishta etc. Each naturally dyed textile is one of a kind, with gentle variations that celebrate the beauty of natural dyeing.
-
Certifications like GOTS and OEKO-TEX® help ensure textiles are produced with safe materials, responsible processes, and ethical labor practices, giving customers confidence in the sustainability and quality of each piece.