Upcycled Steampunk Clothing – Silk Bee Dress – Repurposed Wedding Dress Altered with fabric scraps & upholstry samples by enduredesigns
750.00 CAD
Upcycled Steampunk Clothing – Silk Bee Dress – Repurposed Wedding Dress Altered with fabric scraps & upholstry samples
Endure Upcycled Designs by Karen Yaremkewich
Handmade ~ One-of-a-Kind ~ Eco-Friendly
Part of the "Into the Woods" Fibre Art Exhibition by Karen Yaremkewich shown at the Whiste Stop Boutique in Squamish, British Columbia Aug 3, 2013.
Ladies Size S/M (Ladies 6/7)
Upcycled Bee Dress was inspired by the growing concern over the mystery of dying bees.
David Suzuki writes: "A recent study published in Science found half the wild bee species in the U.S. were wiped out during the 20th century. Causes of phenomena such as colony collapse disorder and other declines in bee populations are not entirely understood, but scientists are getting closer to knowing why bees are dying. Ironically, much of it relates to agricultural practices. Modern methods of growing food are killing one of our biggest helpers in food production. Colony collapse disorder has wiped out millions of hives over the past decade, with pesticide use, parasites and poor nutrition eyed as likely culprits. Scientists from the University of Maryland and U.S. Department of Agriculture recently found pollen collected by honeybees was contaminated with a toxic mix of pesticides and fungicides. It appears the toxins make the bees more vulnerable to a parasite called Nosema ceranae, which is believed to cause colony collapse disorder. We need to get a handle on the toxic chemicals we use to grow food. If our practices kill insects and birds that make it possible to grow crops, we're defeating their purpose and putting ourselves and the rest of nature at risk. As individuals, we can help bees. Stop using pesticides and join the call to ban the worst ones. Plant bee-friendly plants and gardens, make wild bee "houses" and learn more about our fuzzy, buzzing friends. " ~ David Suzuki
All work done in my smoke free and pet free studio. MADE IN CANADA!
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Breathing new life into cast off materials, much better than re-cycling… it's Upcycling!
