Timeline Revisions
I initially set the due date for completing 20 tote bag productions by February 5th, but due experimenting with different prototypes and...
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Designing an Environmentally Friendly Alternative to Fast Fashion
Autobiography
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In recent years I have grown a passion for learning about smart technology that provides solutions to climate change and pollution. I was especially drawn to sustainability within the world of fashion not only due to my appreciation of arts and design but also due to the rise of sustainability influencers I follow; They have instilled a genuine drive and care for social change in me. I strive to make a difference with my signature project not only by creating sustainable alternatives to fast fashion but also by developing insight into the mindset of young consumers most affected by fast fashion through research on the consumerism habits of Emma students.
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COMBATING THE INDUSTRY BEHIND FAST FASHION
Although the industry of fast fashion arose in recent decades, the practices behind the industry have already gained notoriety, accounting for 10% of carbon emissions on our planet (a whopping 1.2 billion tons of carbon dioxide emitted per year) and further depleting our non-renewable resources. Younger consumers are often caught up in the changing trends and the instant gratification of fast fashion's purchasing power, but new movements in slow and sustainable fashion are growing in popularity, presenting a promising alternative to combat the vicious cycle of fast fashion.
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Project Feedback
Halfway through the school year, the largest concern I have right now is obtaining the second hand materials needed for making the...
Acquiring resources for fabrics
I am currently looking for reusable fabrics for my tote design project. I’m thinking of sending out an all school email for scrap fabric...
Sewing progress
To start off the tote bag making process, my project liaison was able to find a simple tote bag print for me to practice sewing on. The...
Sewing Demos
During my weekly meetings with my liaison I was able to practice on scrap material for turning corners and securing a seam while sewing....
Research paper(draft)
When drafting my research paper, I began with the basic formatting. By analyzing professional works, I decided on the following...
All School Survey
In order to collect data on consumerism in Emma I made sure to base my questions around a common objective, that being: How ethical are...
From 2D to Real Life
Step 1: After creating my design, I had to separate my colors into different layers to prepare for photo emulsion Step 2: Afterwards, I...
Designing Process!
Experimenting with line weight: I wanted to experiment with the textures of the brushes within Clip Studio Art to create more dynamic...
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Works Cited
How to make your screen printing shop more environmentally friendly. Anatol Equipment Manufacturing Co. (2021, June 22). Retrieved November 5, 2021, from https://anatol.com/how-to-make-your-screen-printing-shop-more-environmentally-friendly/.
The article provides information on how to properly dispose of screen printing waste in an environmentally conscious way. It also provides tips on which sustainable products to look out for to reduce screen printing waste. The website is run by Anatol which is a big manufacturer for screen printing machines which gives credibility to the accuracy of the information provided due to the company’s expertise in textile printing. Although the website does not list specific brands and such it is helpful in stating that water based and biodegradable inks may be less toxic than plastisol inks but must not be directly disposed into the water system due to contamination during the screen printing process.
DTLA Print. (2018, November 13). How green is your ink? environmental impact of water based vs. Plastisol Inks. DTLA Print. Retrieved November 5, 2021, from https://www.dtlaprint.com/how-green-is-your-ink-environmental-impact-of-water-based-vs-plastisol-inks/.
The source provides valuable insight into the environmental impacts of using eco and non-eco-friendly screen printing inks. It also provides information as to why plastisol ink is harmful, due to the PVC and phthalates present in the substance. Furthermore, it states that water-based inks are a much better alternative due to the use of naturally occurring substances and their solubility in water and lists the safety procedures for a successful cleanup. The website is run by DTLA Print which is an eco-friendly vendor that accepts local commissions for screen printing, embroidery, and digital printing. Due to their credibility as a trusted company for screen printing, the quality of the source is to be trusted.
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