Nettle Futures
Material Research, Craft, Environment
A material investigation into nettle and bramble fibres as an alternative to synthetic fibres.
Reclaiming traditional methods of processing natural fibres to make cordage offered a different perspective on the plants we usually view as weeds.
The focus was on plants that were invasive and plants which would be beneficial to grow on contaminated land.
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