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Is transforming textile waste a radical act? Reflections from Re:work Camp

Is transforming textile waste a radical act? Reflections from Re:work Camp

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On May 13 at Värmeverket’s Re:work Camp, Flöde led an engaging lecture on EU textile strategy, upcycling at scale, and the courage to reframe “waste” as opportunity. Attendees explored practical methods, design thinking, and the responsibility we share in shaping a truly circular fashion future.

WHAT IF THE FUTURE OF FASHION IS FOUND IN THE TRASH?

A workshop with purpose

At Re:work Camp, Flöde guided emerging creatives through the why and how of textile upcycling. We broke down the EU’s forthcoming regulations and examined real-world examples of scalable, value-adding reuse. Participants discovered that true innovation lies not in novelty, but in reimagining the abundant resources already in circulation.

From regulation to action
  1. EU textile strategy explained
    We unpacked the new extended producer responsibility requirements - what they mean, who they affect, and why they’re a turning point for not only producers but also designers and other areas as well.

  2. Designing for circularity
    Through case studies, we demonstrated the Flöde Model’s pattern‐based approach to transforming surplus and post-consumer textiles into premium products.
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  3. Hands-on inspiration
    Live material sorting data and prototype showcases revealed how careful selection fuels both R&D and meaningful learning experiences.
Navigating challenges together

We invited attendees to discuss hurdles—from fragmented infrastructure to entrenched “throwaway” mindsets—and to share strategies for staying motivated in an industry under rapid change.

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The call to responsibility

Our session closed with a challenge: to see every discarded garment as a starting point for creativity rather than a dead end. In late-stage capitalism, choosing circular design is the radical act we can all embrace.

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