"Fixing clothes is becoming a quiet, powerful rebellion against fast fashion"
NYT Architecture : As LACMA Gets a New Look, the Art Inside Will Change, Too (Calif) ,Michael ,Peter
This is really good and well worth the 19 minutes, even if you don't think the history of fashion in fascist Italy sounds like your cup of tea. Some of it seems obvious, in a way, but it's a topic I'd never given much thought to, and there were a number of surprises that never would've occurred to me. Good stuff well researched.
Deep stole, Brussels Rose Point de Gaze needle lace, circa1880-1900 (cotton thread)
The town of Gyoda was once home to hundreds of businesses dedicated to split-toe tabi. Now, just a handful of artisans carry on this legacy.
A mesmerizing glimpse into Moche culture! This textile fragment, with its striking serpent and snail motifs, speaks volumes of the ancient artistry now at risk. What stories do you think this fragment could tell if it could speak
The kitty blanket is finished! I'm so chuffed with it, but also a little sorry to be done it, because it was fun to make. My partner loves it, and asked me to make more for our den. The continue to produce fur, so I see more in my future. This is a blend of Jacob and cat that I spun. It is WARM! The pattern is my variation of the famous 10 stitch blanket by Frankie Brown. More details in the alt text.
Happy Day!
Special shout out to cotton, that problematic little fabric that provides me with so much creative joy
Donation & centers overwhelmed after outlawing throwing away causes massive surge in dropped-off items: 'It's a huge amount coming in every day'
Tons of clothes are being recycled or donated.
And that's a good thing.
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In vibrant patchworks of woven patterns and fuzzy fiber ends, Sarah Zapatas sculptures emerge as wall-hung tapestries, standalone pieces, and forest-like installations.
"You sold it now recycle it: the protesters mailing worn-out clothes to the shops they bought them from"
42 x 55 in butterfly design , made by my mom, available msg me if interested ----
I'm trying to think of some of the big textile names from when I was a child.
Burlington
Guilford
Pharr
Wunda Weve
JP Stevens
Milliken
A big yarn supplier was Allied Corporation. That name was at the top of the ball drop building in Times Square for years.
The Pair of Boots at tells a story of luxury and status through its exquisite fabric choices. The blend of patterned silk and tapestry showcases the artistry of 11th-century craftsmanship. What narratives do you see woven into the art of clothing
You sold it now recycle it: the mailing worn-out to the shops they bought them from
Arlie Lambright is a young designer from the US. She saw that the textile section of Ikego's circular building system not very developed. So she introduced 3 universal covers and more. See her Ikego sets here
wondering if there's a starter mastodon instance to encourage craft folks to build a presence on - etc
see a bit of that on mastodon.art but is there a smaller niche recommendations appreciated
Sweet Living Group secures 18 U.S. patents for EcoZinc technology, pioneering sustainable textile innovations with zinc-based compounds across multiple industries
After finishing up the costumes, I wanted to make something for me! Heres my new dress!
'Of Salt and Spirit: Black Quilters in the American South' at the Mississippi Museum of Art shines a light on dozens of incredible Black Southern quilters and takes a celebratory approach to showcasing their myriad styles and techniques.
Up or down
les en briques isolantes :
Contining a time-honored Kanaka Maoli art form, Native Hawaiian artist Lehuauakea makes large-scale installations, hand-stitched garments, mixed-media suspended works, and hand-painted two-dimensional compositions.
In Kijoka, Okinawa, bash-fua fine banana fiber clothnearly disappeared after WWII. Thanks to Toshiko Taira, who preserved the art, the tradition lives on.
Msg me if interested in any of these! I'd be thrilled to find some homes for them. Next person who orders one of these gets a FREE quilted tote bag right here, check it out, look how lovely and cool it is. A thank you gift for ordering that will be included! ---
63 x 63 in (160 x 160 cm) made by my mom, this one is available & affordable, check out the stitching on it, really impressive & cool. Reach out to me if you're interested in this gorgeous piece of textile !
all the cloth napkin prints I've thrifted over the past year
In the South Street Seaport area of Manhattan, 'The Golden Thread 2: A Fiber Art Show' returns with more than 100 artworks made by 60 artists from around the globe.
From to , Brussels reveals items to face stricter sustainability rules: Some of the most polluting products , such as chemicals plastics, and footwear were left out.
Back to black"Sweden drowns in discarded fast fashion items"
Wool Dyeing in Chinchero: A Tradition Passed Through Generations
In Chinchero, artisans continue the ancient tradition of wool dyeing, using natural plant-based dyes to create vibrant textiles. The colors, ranging from deep reds to bright yellows, are all derived from the regions native flora. This cultural experience offers visitors a unique glimpse into Andean heritage.
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Now I have just above three meters of 2/2-twill, about a meter wide and some finishing left to do.
"John Lewis rolls out repair service across the UK"
In South Carolina, a Once Thriving Textile Hub Is Baffled by Trumps Tariffs by
Fast fashion items overwhelm Sweden's recycling centres.
Sweden's recycling centres are overflowing with clothes after an EU-wide ban this year on throwing away textiles, leaving overwhelmed municipalities eager to have fast fashion giants take responsibility.
Swedes throw away 90000 tonnes of textiles per year, or 10kg per person. The EU average is 19kg, according to 2022 statistics, up from 17 in 2019.
Atelier Olivia Bertus handmade originals.
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Available , these gorgeous creations below measure as follows:
46 x 46 in (117 x 117 cm) - top left
63 x 63 in (160 x 160 cm) -top right
42 x 55 in (107 x 140 cm) - bottom left
52 x 72 in (132 x 183 cm) - bottom right