Modern Ethnic Outfit
A zero waste design Modern Ethnic outfit made with antique ikat fabric from Indonesia. Consists of an overdress with tied up details and a pair of pants.
Gathered Cloths
An ever-evolving Gathered Cloths project addressing global textile waste threat. Made with 100% sewing remnants. From fafafoom.com. www.FAFAFOOM.com.
ReCollection Collaboration
This one-of-a-kind mini collection is a collaboration with emerging fashion designer Jesus Romero. ReCollection project encourages us to remember the true worth of textiles beyond price and extend their lifespan. Only on fafafoom.com.
Biking Pants Mending
In a Nutshell I got this pair of men’s Kapital Japan biking pants from a local moving sale. They’re amazing, but there are several mendings to be done: several tears around a leg pant and thigh, weakened seam around one back pocket, and a torn back pocket. Most of the...
Origami Top
Upcycling cutting floor fabric remnants or old pillowcase into versatile origami tops.
Decoupaged Planter
In a Nutshell I rescued a chipped glazed planter with a hairline crack from a neighbor. After strengthening the it with acrylic base and caulked the chipped rim, the planter gets a new look using Japanese wrapping paper cut outs and torn washi paper remnants. Key...
Handkerchief Dress
Two sheets of linen curtains upcycled into a handkerchief dress with multiple styling options.