The demand for recycled textiles and yarns is expected to grow significantly in the coming years. How can we ensure their quality in terms of both durability and environmental safety?

To Weave or Not to Weave aims to research the most effective recycling processes for preserving the long filament length of synthetic yarn waste. Special attention is given to artisanal methods that prioritize material integrity, aligning with the core principles of circular design.

This project will produce samples of woven and non-woven textiles made from recycled yarns, along with a critical analysis of the recycling process. Ultimately, this research aims to provide new knowledge and insights into the art of recycling long filament yarn waste (instead of incinerating it), contributing to more sustainable textile ecosystems.

To Weave or Not to Weave includes a collaboration with Sanne Muiser, creative researcher at Studio Pluis, who will contribute expertise and equipment on felting techniques for the development of non-woven textiles.

This project is funded by the Creative Industries Fund NL – Experiments Grant.