Tips for Sustainable Living and Design

How to recycle yarn
How to recycle yarn
The fiber arts and fashion can be expensive and wasteful. Many artists and designers struggle with finding sustainable and budget-friendly ways to continue their craft. Luckily for fiber artists, a... Read more...
Sustainable Fabric Guide
Sustainable Fabric Guide
Sustainable fashion starts with the fabrics! This is my guide for designers on where to find more sustainable alternatives for their next project. Second-Hand Fabrics EVA re-source This collection of... Read more...
Natural Dyes: Cyanotype Printing
Natural Dyes: Cyanotype Printing
Traditional dye methods use chemical-heavy processes that end up contaminating the water used. This is why natural dyes may be a better choice! Dying fabric from natural sources preserves the integrity... Read more...
Spinning Scrap Yarn
Spinning Scrap Yarn
On my journey to design with zero waste, I have been questioning what to do with my inevitable yarn scraps. This has led me to experiment with spinning a bulky... Read more...
Natural Dyes: Rust
Natural Dyes: Rust
Rusting fabrics is such an accessible method for natural dying. The materials are easy to acquire and the steps are super simple. I am amazed at the beautiful results of... Read more...
A Beginners Guide to Recycling
A Beginners Guide to Recycling
 Recycling is a crucial way to engage in the circular economy in your community. Recycling keeps waste out of landfills and helps reduce energy usage compared to making new materials.... Read more...