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Clo3D for Zero Waste Design - Online Class

In this CLO3D course, you’ll learn how to transform fabric into innovative, zero waste garments, where every pixel and pattern piece counts. Explore digital tools, creative problem solving, and minimal waste fashion practices that challenge convention and shape the future of design.

Thursdays, Oct 30th - Dec 8th (no class Nov 27th)

Time: 10 am EST / 3 pm GMT

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Curves for Clo3D - Digital Tools

I spend a lot of time drafting patterns & teaching in Clo3D and often get frustrated that there isn't a digital version of a hip curve & French curve... So I made them! Available on Clo-set connect for free, you can search for "hip curve" and "French curve" or "3DECODE" (The moniker for my digital presence on YouTube & Clo3D)

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Shop DECODE Supply

In an effort to spread information and good Zero Waste vibes DECODE offers two ways of getting involved.

You can see our apparel collection as well as our home sewing patterns for you to sew up yourself.

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Zero Waste Yoga Gear

DECODE x Manduka

The CAS collection is the newest innovation from the Unwasted Collection, a collaboration between Manduka and DECODE. This four piece collection highlights functional seaming that was engineered to allow the pattern pieces to nest together perfectly, eliminating 95-100% of waste. We were able to improve marker efficiency by 12% and reduce waste by 16% across all styles. We also used digital pattern making tools including clo3D in order to reduce sampling and ensure a great fit.

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The TWOTA

DECODE x Soorty Denim

The original Tuta was designed by Thayaht in Italy in 1919. It was developed as a utopian garment for all people, for all situations, affordable, easy to sew and cut with minimal fabric wastage. Its simplicity and versatility were in contrast to the haute couture of the day, highlighting a social and political significance. It also aimed to uplift people, offering an alternative to the limited color palettes in the market.

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DECODE Ideation Runway @ Lectra

A collection designed and developed to be fully Zero Waste, leveraging Lectra’s solutions in digital printing and CNC cutting. Being able to use next generation industrial equipment at Lectras Innovation Center, mixed with my Zero Waste System methodology was a huge breath of fresh air.

I’m pleased to share some snippets of the patterns and process

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Zero Waste Scrubs

The Zero Waste Scrub set was designed and published in March of 2020 at the start of the pandemic. It was a creative prompt born out of the inability continue my masters work at the Royal College of Art due to the worldwide shutdown.

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Cone Denim x DECODE // Interconnected

In today's world, it often feels like we're caught in a never-ending loop. we live in a society that values speed, efficiency, and productivity. this can manifest in a variety of ways, from the constant pressure of productivity to the never-ending stream of information and communication. there is a cultural expectation to constantly be on the go and achieve more in less time.

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Settlemiers x DECODE

Reinagining the future of sustainable american manufacturing using Zero Waste Design methods, resulting in a product that is a true Settlemiers Varsity Jacket and Truly Zero Waste.

This Zero Waste Jacket was engineered to use 100% of material during the creation of the garment. It is constructed with the rawest materials we could find, making it Settlemiers most sustainable jacket to date.

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About DECODE

DECODE is a complete Zero Waste Design System that solves industry problems through practical design, education and production. We take a creative approach to navigating our multifaceted industry and thrive on solving complex problems through hands-on learning, workshops, and innovative play. DECODE exists to aid in the complex transition from existing design models to be one of efficiency, adaptability, and completely free of waste.

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