Tangled Fibers of Being

“We’ve lost touch with the natural world and are unaware of the changes that happen in it.” -James Lovelock

”Tangled Fibers of Being”, a submission for the 2024 Upcycled Design Competition at the Wilson School of Design partnered with Our Social Fabric is inspired by the theme Gaia. MacFarlane was awarded the “Peoples Choice Award” for her submission “Tangled Fibers of Being”.

This design aims to raise awareness of the environmental issue of microplastic fibres, provoking discussion of the effects of human actions. The tangled threads of nature contrast with the unnatural substances, becoming one. Similarly to how, as humans, we often turn the other way when issues arise, causing us to be blindsided by both the cause and the solution. Sophie hopes this garment helps others regain connection with our extraordinary home, and all it has to offer, developing mindful awareness towards how we care for it.