UpCycled Headwear - 8th Generation
Product Design & Development, Manufacturing
PROJECT SCOPE
Developed a knit hat and headband to make use of seconds quality, visually flawed, and partially damaged locally produced textiles.
Conducted Market Research while considering brand and price point.
Tested & revised size and design for a one-size fits most product.
Locally manufactured a small production run of up-cycled products.
Collaborated with team on tags, labeling, and marketing material
Photo Courtesy of Brittney Couture Photography
Eighth Generation is an art and lifestyle brand based in Seattle and owned by the Snoqualmie Tribe. In addition to selling Native art and a variety of products featuring designs from Native artists, they manufacture beautiful knit textiles in Seattle, Washington.
I became aware of the Gold Label Knits through working with 8th Generation on a contract sewing project and was in awe of the quality of the fabric they produce in-house. Through my sewing work with 8th GEN, I was able to experiment with some of the remnants and seconds quality textiles that get produced during the manufacturing process. I was determined to turn these materials into a product in which would highlight the quality of the knits so they could be used and loved.
Big thanks to the Eighth Generation team and their artists! Because of their drive to make sustainable products the Upcycled Knit Headwear (is currently sold out) but check out their website HERE.
Gallery Photos Courtesy of Brittney Couture Photography
