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Embracing the Past, Weaving the Future: A Journey of Upcycling and Sustainability through Fibres
Goenka, Bhaavya
Issue 10,Summer 2023
Issue #10, 2023 ISSN: 2581- 9410
As a passionate practitioner in the world of textiles, I have always been captivated by the transformative power of fibres. To me, they are not merely the building blocks of fabric; they represent the essence of creation. Without the basic raw material – the fibre – no tangible product can ever come to life. It is through this lens that I have explored the realm of upcycling, turning scrap fabrics into fashion and utility items with a purpose.
In the mainstream, the term "fibre" has been narrowly defined, often restricted to materials like cotton, wool, silk, and others. However, its true definition is far more profound. Beyond the physical attributes, a fibre signifies a material that helps build a space from scratch, enabling the creation of something beautiful and meaningful.
The stories of practitioners like me who have embraced upcycling are filled with a certain ethos and ideol...
In the mainstream, the term "fibre" has been narrowly defined, often restricted to materials like cotton, wool, silk, and others. However, its true definition is far more profound. Beyond the physical attributes, a fibre signifies a material that helps build a space from scratch, enabling the creation of something beautiful and meaningful.
The stories of practitioners like me who have embraced upcycling are filled with a certain ethos and ideol...
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