Essays about: "Textile upcycling"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 13 essays containing the words Textile upcycling.

  1. 1. Garbage In, Garbage Out? : Exploring textile sculpture through refuse material

    University essay from Konstfack/Textil

    Author : Karina Nøkleby Presttun; [2023]
    Keywords : craft; textile sculpture; upcycling; second-hand; music; synesthesia; electronica; anti-academic;

    Abstract : This paper examines the processes, materials, and influences of Karina Presttun, an artist who explores building abstract sculptures with twine made from second-hand fabrics. She discusses how her work aims to share emotions and visual experiences that do not translate well into text and how she has been inspired by fiber artists, basket makers, and music. READ MORE

  3. 2. Challenges and success factors for scaling up an upcycling value chain : A case study and material flow analysis on public school craft classes in Stockholm

    University essay from KTH/Hållbar utveckling, miljövetenskap och teknik

    Author : Hsu-Kai Weng; [2023]
    Keywords : Wood upcycling; Textile upcycling; Craft education; Material flow analysis; Circular economy;

    Abstract : Upcycling is the process of repurposing discarded materials into new products of higher value, and holds significant potential for sustainable waste management. This thesis explores the challenges and opportunities involved in expanding upcycling practices in the city of Stockholm, with a specific focus on craft classes in public schools. READ MORE

  4. 3. Cirkulär ekonomi i textilbranschen : en fallstudie om värdet att arbeta med upcycling i textilbranschen

    University essay from SLU/Dept. of Economics

    Author : Hanna Rumm; Emma Öberg; [2022]
    Keywords : Textilbranschen; cirkulär ekonomi; upcycling;

    Abstract : Företagens ansvar inom hållbarhet är väldiskuterat i näringslivet såväl som i samhället. Regeringskansliet rapport om ansvar beskriver hur näringslivet kan främja arbetet inom hållbarhet med hjälp av verktyget Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR). READ MORE

  5. 4. Exploring feedstock supply chain for large scale manufacturing of recycled cellulosic textile fiber : A collaborative business model analysis

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för samhällsbyggnad och industriell teknik

    Author : SM Toufiqur Rahman; [2022]
    Keywords : Post-industrial textile waste; Textile Upcycling; Supply Chain Management; Collaborative Business Model; Feedstock sourcing; Sourcing; recycled cellulosic pulp; large scale textile recycling; chemical recycling of textiles.;

    Abstract : The textile industry is considered one of the most challenging industries when it comes to environmental pollution just after the oil industry. It has a huge impact on water pollution and resource consumption in terms of fiber production. READ MORE

  6. 5. Marketing Transparency in the Swedish Textile Industry : A thesis about marketing transparency on digital platforms

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Företagsekonomiska institutionen

    Author : Martina Reinli; Alice Pettersson; [2021]
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    Abstract : This research project contributes to understanding how Swedish textile companies use sustainable marketing to express transparency on digital platforms and official documents. Are marketing efforts transparent among firms that promote a clear sustainable focus by not misleading readers? The chosen qualitative methods were document analysis evaluating approximately 91 documents combined with content analysis with 15 Instagram posts analysing how firms transparently express their sustainable focus and offer. READ MORE