In this case study, learn how partnership along the supply chain can upcycle waste from within. Group together and map out other waste hotspots that are waiting to be discovered. Plus, explore how you, as designers, can find ways to upcycle waste into new products.
Read MoreIn this case study, learn why planning the life cycle for your products involves mapping out your materials in order to allow for circular business models.
Read MoreHere are some places to build your community and network with those suppliers and resources who make it their business to work with better materials. We hope this will support your sourcing needs, enabling you to contact them directly and learn about their products and services. This directory will be reviewed often, to keep you updated on available resources.
Read MoreIn this case study, Camilla talks about why fibres are so important to design decisions and how to take control by understanding their lifecycle.
Read MoreThis guide provides an introduction to the key role of fibres in the circular fashion system and gives you an overview of the environmental impact of natural and man-made fibres.
Read MoreThis guide presents to you examples of pre-consumer and post-consumer waste textile. You will understand their sources, how to recapture their value, along with tips on how to source waste textile.
Read MoreThis guide provides an overview of the reconstruction design technique. You will learn about the different waste streams for reconstruction and how to develop reconstructed designs.
Read MoreOn this interactive website, create your very own pair of jeans and see its environmental impact while learning about innovations that are transforming fashion sustainability.
Read MoreThis guide provides an overview of the upcycling design technique. You will explore the use of different types of textile waste and how some brands upcycle in scale.
Read MoreExplore how Eastman, Naia™ cellulosic fibre’s manufacturer, has paired responsible sourcing with low impact manufacturing processes to develop a high-performing yarn that offers a sustainable alternative to designers.
Read MoreLearn about the key environmental impacts of the two commonly used fibres of cotton and polyester at five stages in a garment’s lifecycle, from raw materials to end of life.
Read MoreIn this video, Tara St James shares tips on how to use zero waste patterns in design and upcycle industry and consumer waste using brand examples.
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