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Maja Lund Hvidtfeldt

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I have always drawn and painted, as well as had a keen interest in colors and nature. When I felt I needed more artistry and creativity in my working life, I decided to throw myself into a degree in textile design and craft, despite already having a bachelor’s in musicology. My interest in plant-based dyes was sparked when I realized that the prospect of working with the synthetic and polluting dyes that are industry-standard simply didn’t appeal. Instead, I saw a need to think in terms of sustainable and local alternatives, and started reading about natural dyes from around the world.

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I have always drawn and painted, as well as had a keen interest in colors and nature. When I felt I needed more artistry and creativity in my working life, I decided to throw myself into a degree in textile design and craft, despite already having a bachelor’s in musicology. My interest in plant-based dyes was sparked when I realized that the prospect of working with the synthetic and polluting dyes that are industry-standard simply didn’t appeal. Instead, I saw a need to think in terms of sustainable and local alternatives, and started reading about natural dyes from around the world.

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