15th October 2017
Some ideas for making a cropped hoodie using recycled materials. Ideally it also has the water-proof quality. The fabric can be natural in colour and texture as my drawing will be printed on top. The material I have in mind, as least for the inner layer, takes inspiration from Crumpled City Maps, 100% waterproof, super light and soft, hard to tear and can be easily reshaped.
Crumpled City Map from Palomar Designed by Pizzolorusso
Image from: https://www.palomarweb.com/product/crumpled-city/
Material used for making the map: Dupont™ Tyvek®
Links to Dupont™ Tyvek® products:
DuPont™ Tyvek® Classic Xpert Hooded Coverall
http://www.cleanroomshop.com/clothing-gloves-accessories/disposable-clothing/dupont-tyvek-garments.html?gclid=CjwKEAjwjozPBRCqoubWiKPBkCgSJADrFM5g3ratzx2pv_-mmgRjri1xZsH1rwn4efKlTNSMoIpRJBoCOrXw_wcB
From website:
“The Tyvek® Xpert Coverall features exceptional design & comfort, protecting both the wearer and the process.
Extra liquid & particulate protection
Cleanroom hooded coverall
Suggested Type 5-6 coverall
Significantly less leakage than conventional stitched seams
Size: S - 3XL
Model CHF5”
Price: £6.7
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*Printing on Tyek: http://www.dupont.com/products-and-services/packaging-materials-solutions/industrial-packaging/articles/printing-with-tyvek.html
Below are some UK suppliers for sustainable fabrics:
Blog Posts About Recycled Polyester:
https://theswatchbook.offsetwarehouse.com/2017/02/15/volcom-sustainable-swimwear-made-fishing-nets/
https://theswatchbook.offsetwarehouse.com/2015/01/29/what-is-recycled-polyester/
https://www.offsetwarehouse.com/resources/types-of-eco-fabric/recycled-polyester.html
And counter arguments about why NOT to use this material:
http://ohganix.com/recycled-polyester-clothing/