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TEST LAB: Creative Reuse by Jo Meesters

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Dutch designer Jo Meesters has a sustainable and handmade approach to his work — we posted his Black Wool Collection earlier this year. A new collection that is part of his TESTLAB studio for creative reuse, is made entirely out of 34 discarded wooden beams and 16 leftover blankets. Entitled Odds and Ends, Bits and Pieces, the collection uses basic upholstering and weaving techniques that are both familiar and special...

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The expert use of color in the choices of recycled blankets really make this collection stand out. We've been saving some old sweaters that we are suddenly inspired to use as woven upholstery! Check out more of Jo Meesters' projects and designs at Jo Meesters Studio.

Via: The Style Files.

Comments (5)

NO! No. no. no.

posted by sea9262 on November 14th 2008 at 2:24pm
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I kinda like this.

posted by Juliescript on November 14th 2008 at 3:09pm
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Not sure about this.

posted by suzy8track on November 14th 2008 at 8:35pm
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Absolutely beautiful!

posted by speck on November 14th 2008 at 10:02pm
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got to love the dutch.

posted by healthyhome on November 15th 2008 at 12:42pm
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