Low waste design
: Created by , Objective This activity aims to find systematic, commercial solutions for pre-consumer waste. It is part of the ‘REMAKE’ circular strategy, with a focus on designing for Low Waste. What to prepare Time A total of 2 days: Day 1: start with 2 hours of research for discussion, and the rest of […]
Packaging with Purpose
: Created by , 2023 Objective This activity aims to showcase how packaging actively contributes to enhancing consumer engagement with the brand and its values. It is part of the ‘REUSE’ circular strategy, with a focus on designing for longevity. What to prepare Time 1–2 hours of research: An important element for this activity is […]
Activity 1
: Created by , Objective To understand what it means to close the loop and divert waste from landfill A note to educators You can choose any projects to help ensure a deeper understanding of the A Garment’s Life Cycle topic with students. We are thrilled to include a project contributed by Dr. Alice Payne […]
Ed’s Test
: Created by , Objective To understand what it means to close the loop and divert waste from landfill A note to educators You can choose any projects to help ensure a deeper understanding of the A Garment’s Life Cycle topic with students. We are thrilled to include a project contributed by Dr. Alice Payne […]
Demo Activity
: Created by , Objective To understand what it means to close the loop and divert waste from landfill A note to educators You can choose any projects to help ensure a deeper understanding of the A Garment’s Life Cycle topic with students. We are thrilled to include a project contributed by Dr. Alice Payne […]
Challenging norms in consumer behaviour
Fashion mirrors our beliefs and personalities. In this activity, you will identify the social norms that affect consumer behaviour and come up with ways to encourage positive awareness towards clothing.
How ‘Recyclable’ is your Wardrobe?
Labels are the key to knowing whether a garment can be recycled. In this two-part project, you will first discover what your clothing labels reveal, then re-design them to improve recyclability.
Understanding purchasing habits
In this activity, you will reflect on your own purchasing habits in order to understand, as a designer, how you can influence consumers to wear and love their clothing for longer.
Exploring approaches to upcycling
In this group activity, seek out new ways in which scraps of fabric can be upcycled into exciting new surfaces, weights, colours, and textures.