Sessions
What is Farm to Fashion?
9:00 AM - 10:30 AM Sat
Working with Natural Dyes
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM Sat
Central Appalachia Fibershed Networking Session
1:00 PM - 3:00 PM Sat
Masters' current research involves agriculture production requirements for natural dyes and fibers, novel sources of natural dyes, design research into novel textile development, and systems/methods for adding value to small fiber producers. Over the past year, Masters has been developing affordable open-source micro mill processing equipment to convert raw wool into yarn efficiently for small farmers. Masters is a founding member of the WVU Farm to Fashion team and an active member in the Central Appalachian Fibershed.