W01

Working with bioplastics and organic binders

Fri 02 – Sun 04 October 2026

Working with bioplastics and organic binders opens up a range of creative possibilities in the context of sustainable textile design – from the production of transparent, plastic-like materials to the recycling of fabric and fibre scraps.
In this course, we will delve into the world of organic binders such as alginate, methylcellulose, and chitosan. Alongside fundamental recipes, application possibilities, and material properties, the focus will be on practical experimentation: we will try out techniques like working on three-dimensional forms, explore structures, and develop our own material combinations. The aim of the course is to create a small personal material library with recipes, as well as to design a decorative, three-dimensional object.

Group of participants: all interested parties aged 14 and over
Requirements: Experimental spirit, bring your own textile materials for recycling if desired (without a high synthetic fibre content)
Number of participants: Max. 10 people
Course times:Fr 17:00-20:00, Sat 9:00-13:00 and 14:30-18:00, Sun 9:00-13:00
Course fee: 230 Euro, for students 210 Euros (excluding material costs)

Course management: GERALD BRANDSTÄTTER, Austria
Born in Oberndorf bei Salzburg in 1990, completed training as a media designer in 2008, graduation with distinction from the College for Sustainable Design Strategies at Hallein Fashion School in 2020, BA Fashion & Technology at the University of Art and Design Linz in 2024, since 2024
MA Fashion & Technology degree at the Linz University of Art, working on sustainable
Solutions for textile applications, focusing on textile recycling and working with organic binders.