R e f r a m e

R e f r a m e

Upcycled Camera Pack

Upcycled Camera Pack

10 concerning fashion waste statistics. (2023, August 21). Earth.org. Retrieved October 1, 2024, from https://earth.org/statistics-about-fast-fashion-waste/

Prototype One: Paper

The bag's general shape was formed using printer paper. Aiming for compact, rounded, rectangular design suitable for small cameras. Stability and multiple pocket options were key considerations. Initial measurements were sketched and refined in Illustrator to create a sewing pattern.

Form Ideation:

Pattern Making: Adobe Illustrator

Pattern Making: Adobe Illustrator

The fabric was seam-ripped, washed, and prepped for the final design. Starting with muslin was difficult due to its lack of sturdiness, alongside challenges like clogged bobbins, jammed motors, and maintaining consistent stitching.

Process:

Process:

Muslin prototype pinned together, featuring a large front pocket with was switched for a pleated pocket with a zipper.

Prototype Two: Muslin

Prototype Two: Muslin

Final Assembly:

Final Assembly:

  • Nylon webbing bag handle

  • Canvas crossbody strap with mesh pocket for SD cards

  • Zippered phone pocket

  • Large main pocket

  • Inside front pocket

  • Inside zippered pocket

  • side mesh battery holder

  • Pleated front compartment

Reframe is crafted with sustainable methods in an effort to reduce fabric waste. Optimal for smaller gear such as various digital and film cameras. A crossbody frame creates an easily transportable option for camera storage.

Pack Features


Pack Features


Pleated front pocket with vertical zipper

Open inside pocket for cords and chargers

Zippered inner pocket

2 buckle elastic straps for tripods

Mesh side pocket

Canvas shoulder strap with mesh pocket for SD cards or small batteries

Canvas shoulder strap with mesh pocket for SD cards or small batteries

Zippered chest pocket to hold phone for easy access

Nylon webbing for strong straps

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Canvas shoulder strap with mesh pocket for SD cards or small batteries

Zippered chest pocket to hold phone for easy access

Nylon webbing for strong straps

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Zippered chest pocket to hold phone for easy access

Nylon webbing for strong straps

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Center release buckle for quick transitions

Hackwoeh@mail.uc.edu

412-218-7467

Hackwoeh@mail.uc.edu

412-218-7467