I have chosen to explore the Ultrasew machine, it's very similar to the ultrasonic welder, but instead of a wheel it acts like an overlocker. An overlocker stitches through fabric creating a seam and finishing off the edge of the fabric. Whereas, the Ultrasew technology welds the fabric together, creating a seam and melting off the trim as it goes. I want to explore this technology because it can act like a sewing machine, but creates different effects depending on the fabric chosen.
I started experimenting with chiffon, achieveing a very unusal effect by simply using it as a sewing machine. Below is an example of my individual sampling.
I have also chose to explore the Laser Cutter. The laser cutter can cut through multiple layers of fabric, melting the edge as it goes, providing a sealed edge. Due to this technology being quite modern, providing the ability to cut any design into fabric, I wanted to explore how I could incorporate this technology into my designs without being obvious and simply cutting out shapes into a garment.
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