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Rag Papermaking and Textile Recycling

Fellow: 

Daphne Mohajer va Pesaran

Fellowship Partner/Sponsor:

The Mason Family Trust

Industry Development

Industry:

Industry Development

Synopsis

This report outlines Dr. Daphne Mohajer va Pesaran’s 2024 Mason Family Trust Fellowship, where she explored traditional rag papermaking techniques and textile recycling. It aims to address the issue of textile waste in the fashion industry, exacerbated by fast fashion, and proposes sustainable alternatives for Australia. Dr. Mohajer va Pesaran’s research included visits to various sites in the UK and Athens to learn about rag papermaking, community-based textile recycling, and the potential uses for rag paper in everyday design. The report promotes circular design practices to reduce environmental impacts in the textile industry.

Country:

United Kingdom, Greece

Fellowship Year:

2024

Rag Papermaking and Textile Recycling
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