sewing

  1. Zero waste project 13: playsuit romper

    Tessellated zero waste playsuit in cotton double gauze, featuring modified V-neckline, shortened sleeves, and creative adaptations for petite sizing. Includes bias binding finish, back yoke with pleat, large inseam pockets, and repurposed fabric for belt loops and waist tie.

  2. Zero waste project 12: hoodie cape

    Adaptive zero waste hooded cape made from 115cm square of recycled sweatshirt fabric, featuring wheelchair-friendly design with back slit and snap closure. Modified from hooded blouson pattern to create accessible, stylish outerwear for wheelchair users.

  3. Bodice sloper/block thingy

    Custom-drafted bodice block following In The Folds method, with iterative fitting adjustments for forward shoulders, neckline width, and squared front hem. Created as a foundation for zero waste pattern experiments and future garment designs.

  4. Zero waste project 11: self-drafted woven dress

    Self-drafted zero waste dress using 100x135cm cotton double gauze, featuring blousy sleeveless bodice with hidden elastic casing, back slit with covered button closure, and hidden seam pockets made from armhole cutouts. Custom-sized design demonstrates creative pattern cutting for woven fabrics.

  5. Zero waste project 10: pinafore dress

    Low-waste Smith Pinafore dress crafted from less than 1 meter of French organic cotton denim. Features custom sizing adjustments, hidden waist pockets with cotton sateen lining, and jeans button closures. Versatile design suitable for year-round wear with minimal fabric waste.

  6. Zero waste project 9: slouchy linen jacket

    Modified zero waste workwear jacket in black linen with cotton satin lining, featuring cropped length, hidden phone pocket, and reinforced collar. Custom adaptations maintain zero waste principles while incorporating thoughtful details like pocket tabs from excess placket fabric.

  7. Zero waste project 8: buttoned maxi skirt

    Modified zero waste wrap skirt transformed into a button-down maxi design using 188x97cm organic cotton. Features custom hip ease adjustments, tapered seams for fit, classic waistband, and creative patch pockets made from remnants, demonstrating adaptable pattern sizing and resourceful problem-solving.

  8. Zero waste project 7: self-drafted knit dress

    Self-drafted zero waste knit dress using 1 meter of fabric width, featuring faux wrap bodice, shoulder gathers, flared knee-length skirt, and pockets. Custom-sized pattern demonstrates creative pattern cutting for stretch fabrics with no waste.

  9. Zero waste project 6: paperbag shorts

    High-waisted paperbag shorts adapted from ACT trousers pattern, using 68x140cm of linen/viscose blend with zero fabric waste. Features elastic casing, decorative belt loops, pleated pockets made from crotch cutouts, and versatile rollover cuff hem design.

  10. Zero waste project 5: pussybow blouse

    Bias-cut pussybow blouse from Zero Waste Sewing book, constructed from a single square of viscose fabric with diagonal tie detail. Features modified neckline and curved hem, demonstrating adaptable pattern sizing and creative problem-solving in sustainable fashion design.

  11. Zero waste project 4: long-sleeved shirt

    Modified zero waste cropped shirt pattern featuring extended length and long sleeves, crafted in organic cotton with mother of pearl buttons. Demonstrates pattern versatility and sustainable sewing through adaptable sizing and zero fabric waste techniques.

  12. Zero waste project 3: boxy shirt

    Zero waste cropped shirt featuring innovative pattern cutting that uses exactly 150x90cm of organic cotton with no waste. Mother of pearl buttons, creative selvedge incorporation, and clever neck facing design demonstrate sustainable sewing techniques in a modern, oversized silhouette.

  13. Zero waste project 2: t-shirt

    Exploring zero waste fashion with a unique t-shirt pattern that uses exactly 150x44cm of fabric. An innovative design featuring multi-piece construction and unusual sleeve shapes, demonstrating how sustainable pattern cutting can create stylish everyday wear.

  14. Zero-waste project 1: undies!

    First venture into zero-waste sewing with underwear from Zero Waste Wardrobe patterns. Using just 30x44cm of fabric and creative lace scrap application, this project explores sustainable pattern cutting while maintaining style and fit.

  15. Scrap busting lingerie

    Creative pattern hack transforming the Maya bra into a wireless plunge bralette using leftover lace and elastics. Features modified bridge height, reshaped cups, and power net lining for support, demonstrating sustainable lingerie making with scraps.