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INTRODUCTION

Eco Dye is a sustainable

Eco Print is a technique within eco dyeing where fabric is tied directly to

alternative to harmful artificial

plants. This allows the pigments to stain the fabric, creating intricate plant patterns.

dyes. Derived from plant leaves and flowers, this natural dyeing method reduces environmental pollution. The color pigments are extracted by boiling or steaming plants. As the plants heat up, their internal liquid evaporates, releasing vibrant pigments through the stomata into the water, dyeing the fabric in the process.

Initial Research of Eco Print Protein fabric (silk+wool) easier?

Vinegar not usef�l?

Rose works well?

Back of leaves work better?

INTRODUCTION

Eco Print Variations Research Realistic Print Research

Sumac ber�ies print

Various plants & colors

Coreopsis print on silk

Flower eco print + embroider�

Blackber�ies eco print

Eco print on clothing

ECO DYE EXPERIMENT DOCUMENTATION Iron Blanket Eco Print Method Research 1. Place fabric on a flat surface and place leaves 2. Soak a cotton cloth with weak iron water and place on fabric and leaves

Experiment 1

Failed Experiment Results

Fabric Ironed for 15 min

3. A layer of plastic sheet wrapped around the iron blanket 4. Wrap the cloth into tight rolls and place in pot to simmer 5. The result will have dark outlines

Patter� Unclear

Sample From Experiment 1 & 2

Fabric Sample Collection

Stretchy Silk

Experiment 2

Heat pressed with iron (15 min) Not sure if stain is color pigment from petal or burn stain

Simmering

No clear shape perceptible

Medium-weight Calico

Heavy-weight Calico

Silk Satin

Cotton Jersey

Step 1. Flatten

Heat pressed with iron (15 min)

Step 2. Roll with plastic sheet in the middle to prevent bleeding

Not sure if stain is color pigment from petal or burn stain

Step 3. Simmer 30 minutes St�etchy Silk 95% silk 5% spandex

Cotton

Cotton Jersey

Step 4. Spray water instead of dampening fabric

No clear shape perceptible

ECO DYE EXPERIMENT DOCUMENTATION Experiment 3 Ironed Cotton

Successful Results Petals from my garden Iron heating for 45 min

Silk

Calico

Cotton

Dark yellow stains Not sure from plants or burn stains Vague shape of leaves No clear shape of petals

Cotton folded with petals & leaves in between

Experiment 4 Tightly Fastened & Simmered Silk

Step 1. Roll tightly with plastic sheet in middle and fasten with nylon string

Silk

Calico

Step 2. Simmer for 1 hour

Reflection Cotton

Important factors in creating a successful eco-print include using natural fiber fabrics, simmering for more than 1 hour, and choosing leaves without thick cuticle layer. Other techniques that help create a clear print include using a plastic sheet to wrap cloth to stop bleed through.

COLOR PALETTE FROM SAMPLES

Use scans of the fabric and patterns collected from the prints to design new prints with watercolor and gouache.

Eco-dye Print Design Collect patterns from the successful print experiments and recreate with watercolor. Patterns used include imitation of fabric folds and uneven coloring.

FASHION DESIGN INSPIRATION & RESEARCH The elaborate use of draping silk and floral print reminds me of the jazz age, leading to research in this direction

John Galliano Modern Designer Research

Modern Fashion Style Research

Transparent fabric

Excessive Use of Floral Print

Volumed Silhouette

Kimono Open Collar Elegant Floral Print

Kimono Inspired Slip Dress

FASHION DESIGN SILHOUETTE DEVELOPMENT

Draping 1

Draping 2

Draped rose knot

Prints cleaily represented

FASHION DESIGN SILHOUETTE DEVELOPMENT

Draping 3

Double layered collar

Draping 4

Flared shoulder

Draped fabric

FASHION DESIGN SILHOUETTE DEVELOPMENT

Draping 5

Draping 6

Collage Variations Ribbon add of drape effect Low waist smooth cur�ed waistline

Draping 7

FINAL LINE-UP Eco-Dye Fashion Print Design