Threads of Sustainability

Threads of Sustainability

By The Sustainable Quilter Bridget O'Flaherty

With climate change and environmental impacts becoming a common narrative in our daily lives, it seems like a great time to explore what sustainability looks like in the quilting, fibre and textile wo... more
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  1. Number 1: Episode 39: Denim Redefined: Sustainable Style with Slø's Kristian Hansen

    Send us Fan Mail In this episode, we sit down with Kristian Hansen, the visionary force behind Slø, a brand that's redefining denim as we know it. Slø creates timeless, genderless denim garments, handcrafted ethically and sustainably, with each piece made to order in Italy. But Slø isn't just about jeans; it's about fostering a community and a movement. Kristian shares with us the ethos of Slø and its commitment to ethical craftsmanship and sustainability. Every garment is built to stand the test of time and designed to fit your body better than anything you've ever worn. What truly sets Slø apart is its innovative approach to materials. They're at the forefront of circular fashion, sourcing and utilizing recycled and sustainable materials in their denim production. But it doesn't stop there. Slø goes the extra mile by partnering with artisanal manufacturers who share their dedication to quality and earth-friendly practices. These manufacturers are carefully selected for their commitment to sustainable and ethical production methods. This collaboration not only ensures top-notch craftsmanship but also contributes to a more sustainable and responsible fashion industry. What's truly remarkable is how Slø has leveraged social media, particularly TikTok, to build a passionate community and ignite a slow fashion revolution. Kristian's journey is a testament to the power of harnessing social media to create a movement. Slø generated an astounding $360,000 in a pre-seed round and built a waitlist of over 100,000 individuals without spending a single dollar on advertising. This success story showcases the potential for sustainable fashion to thrive in the digital age. With 800,000 followers on TikTok and a string of entrepreneurial successes, Kristian is not only a content creator but a mission-driven founder with a profound commitment to solving the climate crisis through eco-conscious capitalism, the power of consumerism, and data-driven insights. Join us as we delve into Kristian's journey from exploring over 70 countries and building startups to his current mission of transforming the fashion industry and fostering a sustainable, engaged community. This episode is a deep dive into the world of Slø, where sustainability meets style, circular materials innovation thrives, and a community of change-makers drives the future of fashion. Website: SløJeans.co Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/slojeans/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kristianfrommntn Support the show Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertycreates on Instagram and @bridgetoflahertycreates on Facebook. You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com Thanks to Isaac Matthews for creating the music, follow him on Instagram @isaacmatthewsguitar

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  2. Number 2: Episode 36: Sustainable Quilting with Next Gen Quilting - A Millennial's Eco-Friendly Journey

    Send us Fan Mail In Episode 36, we are thrilled to welcome Amari Thomsen of Next Gen Quilting to the podcast! Amari is a modern, millennial quilter based in San Francisco, CA, who has a passion for creating sustainable and budget-friendly quilts that not only benefit the planet but also your wallet. As a talented quilter, Amari specializes in using up-cycled and zero-waste sewing solutions, infusing her craft with a deep commitment to environmental consciousness. Through her work, she explores innovative ways to repurpose materials and minimize waste, leaving a positive impact on the environment. Amari's unique approach to quilting embraces budget-friendly hacks that allow you to save money while creating stunning, modern quilts. She believes that the art of quilting should be accessible to everyone, and she's on a mission to inspire and empower others to embark on their quilting journey. Join us as we delve into Amari's creative process, learn about her sustainable quilting techniques, and discover how she merges artistry with eco-consciousness. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or a curious beginner, Amari's insights and passion for quilting will leave you inspired to explore the world of sustainable and budget-friendly quilting. Tune in to this enriching conversation with Amari Thomsen of Next Gen Quilting! Instagram: @nextgenquilting Support the show Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertycreates on Instagram and @bridgetoflahertycreates on Facebook. You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com Thanks to Isaac Matthews for creating the music, follow him on Instagram @isaacmatthewsguitar

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  3. Number 3: Episode 25: Meaningful Sustainable Quilting - A Conversation with Zak Foster

    Send us Fan Mail Join us for this wonderful meandering conversation that takes us through Zak's journey into and within quilting, finding his artist status, his drive to create meaningful quilts and stories of special projects along the way. Zak has an intimate storytelling ability that draws you in and places you right alongside him. The community he engages with and his exploration of self and artistic expression are fundamental to the work he is doing today. We thread sustainability concerns and solutions we see going on in our world today throughout the chat. Zak Foster Raised in rural North Carolina and now living in Brooklyn, New York, Zak is a community-taught artist whose work draws on Southern textile traditions and repurposed fabrics. He practices an approach to design that is intuitive and improvisational. He is especially drawn to preserving the stories of quilts and specializes in memory quilts and burial quilts. His work has been featured on the red carpet of the Met Gala, and the Metropolitan Museum of Art, as well as in various magazines, websites, and galleries. His QUILTY NOOK community connects and inspires quilters and makers all over the world. Guide: How to make your work mean something https://nook.zakfoster.com/meaningful/ You can find Zak here: ⤷ SITE ⤷ INSTAGRAM ⤷ THE QUILTY NOOK ⤷ SEAMSIDE PODCAST Support the show Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertycreates on Instagram and @bridgetoflahertycreates on Facebook. You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com Thanks to Isaac Matthews for creating the music, follow him on Instagram @isaacmatthewsguitar

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  4. Number 4: Episode 24: How to Create Thrifted Quilts with Sonya Oblak

    Send us Fan Mail This episode features Sonya Oblak, a thrifty, improvisational quilter who recently built her dream home with an ideal quilt studio in northern Canada. Sonya shares her must-haves for a quilt studio and reflects on her 25 years of thrifting and quilting, offering tips on how to thrift for fabric for quilts and sharing her favourite thrift store finds. Did you know it only takes 6-7 shirts to make a quilt top? She also shares her passion for improvisational quilting that tell inspiring quilt stories, encouraging quilters to challenge themselves and show off their scrap quilts. Sonya shares her scrap and thread bit storage ideas so that her scraps are easy to access for her next project. She uses every bit of the clothing she upcycles including the seams in her hobby of crocheting rag rugs. We also talk about how busy hands are important for mental health, it’s ok to have an active mind! Living in a high-efficiency designed home in the Yukon with solar, Sonya has also found ways to bring sustainability into quilting, sharing practical steps to create a better world and keep fabric and textiles out of the waste stream. She offers advice for newbies to sustainability, including identifying linen and cotton from thrifted materials. Join us in this inspiring conversation as we explore how small choices we make can impact all areas of our lives, how sustainability in quilting can lead to a better world for all, and how we can make quilting accessible while preserving traditional up-cycling practices. Plus, don't forget to take up the challenge, show off your scrap quilts on IG, and tag us! You can find Sonya on Instagram: @Sonya.oblak Support the show Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertycreates on Instagram and @bridgetoflahertycreates on Facebook. You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com Thanks to Isaac Matthews for creating the music, follow him on Instagram @isaacmatthewsguitar

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  5. Number 5: Episode 11: Sustainable Natural Dyes with Maiwa

    Send us Fan Mail Visiting the Vancouver location of Maiwa to talk with founder and owner Charllotte Kwon was one of those pinch-me moments. I was surrounded by beautiful textiles in a warehouse/office/store while we talked about the history of the company, the connections and research they are doing with farmers in India, and the many many projects they have in the works. Maiwa has a 30-year history in the natural dye industry and the focus has always been on sustainable practices. Thirty years ago Charllotte Kwon formed a company and opened a shop. The shop was located in a new community of artisans that had formed on Granville Island. The Island, through its concentration of fine artists, printers, bookbinders, papermakers, potters, theatres, retailers, students, and industry, redefined itself as the cultural heart of Vancouver. The company was called Maiwa. In Cantonese and Mandarin “maiwa” is a word used to name the language through which art speaks. Maiwa. Beautiful language. Natural dyes are more than an ecologically smart way to add colour to yarns and cloth. Natural dyes embody the idea that there is a relationship between creativity, skill, what we make, what we wear, and the natural world. For Maiwa, natural dyes are evidence that colour can be a cultural force linking individuals to history and tradition. They work directly with farmers and run a full-time natural dye studio. Charllotte Kwon is the owner of Maiwa Handprints Ltd. and the director of the Maiwa Foundation. Through Maiwa, Charllotte also runs a textile archive and research library located on Granville Island in Vancouver, Canada. Under her direction Maiwa has produced four documentary films and a number of print publications. She also guides Maiwa’s substantial web presence. Charllotte travels extensively each year to research handcraft and to supplement her natural-dye research. Always looking to extend natural dye use, she also teaches dyeing workshops with artisans around the world and has planned a series of natural dye master classes to bring exceptional practicing artisans together. In 2014 she was awarded an Honourary Doctorate of Letters from the University of the Fraser Valley for her work in promoting the continuation of traditional textile techniques and cultures. In 2017 Charllotte was awarded the Robert Jekyll Award for Leadership in Craft (Canada). The same year she was an organizer for the Indigo Sutra Conference in Kolkata, India. Maiwa Website: https://maiwa.com/ Maiwa School of Textiles: https://maiwa.teachable.com/ Maiwa Handprints Ltd. 1310 Odlum Drive Vancouver BC V5L 3M3 Phone 604 669 3939 You can find me, Bridget O'Flaherty - The Sustainable Quilter here: www.bridgetoflaherty.com Instagram: @thesustainablequilter Facebook: @thesustainablequilter Youtube: Bridget O'Flaherty The Sustainable Quilter Support the show buy me a cuppa tea! https://bridgetoflaherty.com/product/support-the-podcast/ Music Credit: Thanks to Isaac Matthews for his incredible talent. You can find and follow him on Instagram @hesjustakid for more of his music. Support the show Follow Bridget O'Flaherty @bridgetoflahertycreates on Instagram and @bridgetoflahertycreates on Facebook. You can find her online at www.bridgetoflaherty.com Thanks to Isaac Matthews for creating the music, follow him on Instagram @isaacmatthewsguitar

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