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‘Scrunchies, (Hair Tie) Cotton, Naturally Dyed. Materials: cotton, elastic, plant based dyes<br />
desert undertones sourced from a<br />
unique blend of flowers and plants.<br />
As a sustainable fashion designer,<br />
Villa’s designs can be considered<br />
“upcycled” or “repurposed,” but this<br />
goes beyond garment-to-garment<br />
transformation. “Upcycled simply<br />
means the transformation of waste<br />
materials,” Villa says. The artist<br />
doesn’t typically buy bolts of brand<br />
new fabric; instead, she sources<br />
scrap yardage from other designers<br />
and second-hand shops. “From<br />
this yardage,” she says, “I sew my<br />
original clothing designs, then dye<br />
them with plants.”<br />
Why make her dyes when there<br />
are already made dyes available?<br />
“I feel closer to Earth by working<br />
with flowers, herbs, and mud. There<br />
is a careful curation that goes into<br />
creating plant-based dyes,” says<br />
Villa. “Many of us are cautious about<br />
what we ingest and how it affects<br />
our health. Well, our skin is also<br />
one of our most absorbent organs.<br />
I bet it loves lavender, chamomile,<br />
and so many other soothing flowers<br />
as much as our digestive system<br />
does.”<br />
Villa teaches workshops on a<br />
variety of topics throughout the year<br />
in Asheville, Atlanta, and New York<br />
City. She will present “The Cloud<br />
Show” at The Asheville Area Arts<br />
Council April 5 - May 3rd, featuring<br />
curated art pieces and a live performance<br />
on opening night. In Fall<br />
of <strong>2019</strong>, Villa will screen her short<br />
film, “Cosa Buena,” and release her<br />
FW<strong>2019</strong> clothing collection.<br />
IF<br />
YOU<br />
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course offerings and ongoing<br />
projects through her Newsletter,<br />
Instagram or Event page at<br />
www.somosbycoconuco.com<br />
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Vol. 22, No. 06 — <strong>February</strong> <strong>2019</strong><br />
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