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Upcycled leather goods

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Repurposing old leather items like jackets or furniture into new fashion pieces, rescuing durable materials from being discarded.

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Fabric scrap accessories

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Creating fashion accessories from leftover fabric pieces to minimize waste. Results in a diverse range of unique, eco-friendly products.

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Over-dyeing

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Applying new dye over existing colored textiles to refresh or change their appearance, thus avoiding the manufacture of new fabric.

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Dyeing with natural materials

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Utilizes organic substances like plants, fruits, and vegetables to dye textiles, thus avoiding harmful chemicals. Benefits include reduced pollution and potential for unique, artisanal colorways.

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Modular fashion

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Creating garments that can be disassembled and reassembled in different ways, offering versatility and reducing the need for numerous individual items.

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Upcycled fur

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Transforming vintage fur products into modern fashion pieces, adhering to ethical standards by not contributing to current demands for fur production.

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Patchwork

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Patchwork involves sewing together pieces of fabric scraps to create a new garment or accessory, reducing waste. It extends the life of materials and adds uniqueness to fashion items.

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Reconstructed denim

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Transforming old jeans or denim fabric into new clothing or accessories. This preserves the tough, durable nature of denim while also diverting it from landfills.

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Zero-waste pattern making

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A technique where designers create patterns that use 100% of a given material, thereby generating no waste. It challenges designers to be more resourceful and environmentally conscious.

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Textile composites

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Combining recycled fabrics and resins to create new composite materials that can be used in fashion products, offering a way to repurpose diverse fabric scraps.

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Embroidery embellishments

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Adding hand or machine embroidery to update or repair older garments, which extends their lifespan and minimizes the need for new clothes.

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Knitting with yarn leftovers

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Utilizes remaining yarn from past projects to create new fashion items. This supports sustainable practices by reducing material waste.

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