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Sodium Alginate Yarn Samples Project 2023

by
Woonji IM

This project explores the use of yarn made from seaweed-derived sodium alginate as a bioplastic. Over 100 samples of 10cm segments of yarn are dyed using spices, tea powders, cosmetics, markers and paints to highlight recyclability. This project serves as a reference for future artistic work, especially in sculpture using crochet and knitting. It demonstrates eco-friendly practices in response to the fashion industry’s environmental impact.

Woonji IM is a Seoul-trained sculptor who also uses photography and video in her art. She’s worked in film, making shorts that feature her personal stories. In 2021, she started studying Textile Art and Design in Linz, focusing on patterns and fabric structures. She uses sodium alginate, a bioplastic, to make and naturally dye threads for her documented works. Currently, she is focused on creating sculptural works with these fabric structures.

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