Utilising 3D printable leather composite materials towards repair, reuse and increased longevity of leather products Jan 21, 2019 - Jul 31, 2019
Leather is used in many luxury and utilitarian goods in our daily life. While many leather products, previously thought of as heirlooms, have become more replaceable and throwaway, many still aspire to longevity. Products that are extremely expensive... Read More about Utilising 3D printable leather composite materials towards repair, reuse and increased longevity of leather products.

Creating a sustainable, desirable solid and soft product utilising used, previously non �upcycle-able� textiles Feb 1, 2019 - Sep 30, 2020
We?re looking to develop a pet bedding design from re-used bedding material (Sheets, Duvets, Mattresses & Pillows). The idea is to make a product that is highly functional in nature and also well designed to be in line with the premium positioning of... Read More about Creating a sustainable, desirable solid and soft product utilising used, previously non �upcycle-able� textiles.

21st Century Tapestry: an investigation of smart materials, technology interplay and heritage craftmanship Mar 1, 2021 - Aug 31, 2024
A collaborative partnership between Dovecot Studios (Edinburgh), Edinburgh College of Art and Edinburgh Napier University. Supervision has been discussed and agreed in principal as follows:

• Sarah Taylor, Senior Research Fellow, ADRC, Edinburgh... Read More about 21st Century Tapestry: an investigation of smart materials, technology interplay and heritage craftmanship.

Development of 3D printing techniques, utilising sustainable polymers towards towards bespoke millinery outcomes Jan 25, 2021 - May 24, 2021
To design and innovate hat designs for rapid prototyping using biodegradable material options in 3D printing.

Measuring the capabilities of new, sustainable materials in digital and traditional craft practices towards repeatability and a widening of their usage. Aug 1, 2022 - Nov 30, 2022
This project offers a novel way of engaging with data about creative practice: getting data on the possibilities and best practices for using particular materials out of the heads of individual creatives and makers and into a repository which can be... Read More about Measuring the capabilities of new, sustainable materials in digital and traditional craft practices towards repeatability and a widening of their usage..

Contributing to a circular economy of clothes– repurposing offcuts into accessories fibre for fashion accessories. Jan 16, 2023 - Jun 30, 2023
Ghillied has an ambition to minimise waste in the fashion industry – both in terms of front-end over production, and back-end waste. This encompasses manufacturing too many products that are likely to go to waste, the subsequent offcuts from this pro... Read More about Contributing to a circular economy of clothes– repurposing offcuts into accessories fibre for fashion accessories..