Rubber Experimentation
As the textile industry continues to seek more sustainable alternatives, natural rubber has emerged as an eco-friendly solution for dyeing fabrics. This study explores the benefits of using rubber-based dyes, emphasizing their biodegradability, non-heat processing, waterproof properties, and versatility in textile applications. Unlike conventional synthetic binders, rubber-based dyeing offers a sustainable alternative with significant environmental and practical advantages.
Dye with Rubber
Natural Rubber Sheet
Modern Barkcloth
Marble Natural Rubber Sheet
Drawing with Rubber
Wearing Rubber
Eggshell Rice Rubber
Rubber Bag
Agriculture Waste
From My childhood to textile
This study investigates the use of natural rubber as a sustainable dyeing medium, driven by both material exploration and personal memory. Inspired by colors from my childhood—shades I rarely see now due to urbanization and social shifts—I sought to recreate them using plant-based dyes. Green came from papaya leaves, mint green from sweet potato, and blue from butterfly pea, a flower deeply tied to my memories of making tea for my mother after her long workdays. By combining these familiar pigments with rubber, I explored an alternative, heat-free dyeing process that enhances durability while remaining biodegradable. This experiment reflects not only material innovation but also the fading connection between nature and everyday life.