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Uncover lost textile histories with Karen Baker — a researcher and ethnographic fiber artist — in this episode. You'll also hear Karen talk about: - Her research into African American weavers' contributions to textile and fibers before the Great Migration
- The impact of these lost histories in understanding textiles and fashion
- How we can collectively work to uncover and integrate lost and/or overlooked textile histories
- How she is integrating her research into her work with the organization Fiber With A Cause
- What role technology plays in the fashion industry, and in the slow fashion movement.
Hit play to uncover the impact of restorative textile history in building a better fashion future. *** This episode was brought to you by Green Eco Dream, a sustainably-minded marketplace with eco-conscious alternatives for your health, home, beauty, and on-the-go needs. Check out Green Eco Dream's collection of low waste, low impact clothing care essentials. *** FULL SHOW NOTES & TRANSCRIPT: https://www.consciouslifeandstyle.com/fiber-artist-karen-baker EPISODE MENTIONED: LINKS MENTIONED: CONNECT WITH KAREN & FIBER WITH A CAUSE: CONNECT WITH ELIZABETH & CONSCIOUS STYLE: SUBSCRIBE TO THE CONSCIOUS EDIT https://www.consciouslifeandstyle.com/edit |