Creative Design: Professional

Memories Rewoven

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Abstract

Loss and memory are deeply intertwined experiences that have been profoundly explored by designers and artists, providing a means to articulate the complex emotions associated with bereavement and rememberance. In the mid-19th century, narratives such as Stephens' (1844) "The Patch-work Quilt" and Farley's (1845) "The Patchwork Quilt" utilized the quilt as a symbol to explore the persistence of memory and the impact of loss on personal and collective histories. These quilts, often composed of fabric scraps from significant moments and garments, served as tangible representations of a fragmented past, embodying the piecing together of memories amidst the backdrop of grief and changing societal contexts. Similarly, in contemporary times, designers like Ecklund and Rhee (2022) have used garments to express stages of grief, drawing on personal experiences and cultural symboles to create garments that resonate with the themes of loss and memory. 

Keywords: memory coat, grief, therapeutic tool, sustainability

How to Cite:

Uriyo, A. & Moretz, C. A., (2025) “Memories Rewoven”, International Textile and Apparel Association Annual Conference Proceedings 81(1). doi: https://doi.org/10.31274/itaa.18898