Time Trace Impermanence
Organic Waste to Textile Embellishment
Time Trace Impermanence transforms naturally fallen leaves into flexible, sewable, and 100% biodegradable sequins using a low-impact preservation method. This material innovation offers a genuine alternative to plastic embellishments, addressing textile waste through a waste-to-resource, circular material approach. The unique, natural aesthetics and minimal processing significantly reduce the design's energy use and carbon footprint.
Company/Institution
Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London
I am studying BA Textile Design at Chelsea College of Arts, University of the Arts London, where I specialise in stitch. The course encourages material experimentation, critical thinking and concept-led making, allowing me to explore textiles through both traditional craft and contemporary practice. Chelsea’s emphasis on sustainability, research and interdisciplinary learning has shaped my approach to design, supporting my focus on natural materials, surface development and environmentally responsible textile innovation.
Country
United Kingdom
Designer(s)
Ishitaa Khemani
BA Textile Design student at Chelsea College of Arts, UAL. Nature is my primary muse and sustainability sits at the core of my practice. I work exclusively with natural materials, dyes and low-impact techniques, exploring how textiles can exist in harmony with ecological cycles. Aware that textile waste is one of the largest contributors to environmental pollution, my work focuses on reducing material harm through biodegradable design and mindful making. Through my practice, I aim to reimagine textiles as living materials; responsive, responsible and rooted in respect for the natural world.