Arkdefo Slow Radio

In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss all things 'skirt design and pattern making'.

Dreaming about making the perfect skirt but don't know where to start? Want the freedom to choose your own skirt design?

Why are readymade patterns so complicated? There must be an easier way. There is! Design your very own skirt pattern using your sizes.

Explore your creative side. Grow your design skills as you learn the building blocks of skirt design. Skirts designed by you and to fit you.

In this episode, Andrew & Elizaveta discuss the benefits of online learning classes, when compared to in-person learning. Why take online classes? They also discuss the benefits of paid-for classes compared to free online classes. Why pay for online classes? Do people really value free products?

In this episode, Andrew & Elizaveta discuss starting that crafty hobby journey. Too many people are put off by other people's opinions. How can you find the confidence to start? What is the right answer? Is there a right answer?...

In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss the behavioural change that is needed to slow down fast fashion and help tackle the myriad of problems associated with the industry. Free returns? Charity donations? COP26 deadlines? They don't work. How do we all start to buy less, but buy better?...

In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss their community summer teaching project and the COP26 inspired sustainable fashion show. How do you engage and inspire the next generation to be creative? By changing the way you teach and they learn. No boring readymade patterns, or pin cushions here. We dive right into creative design, fashion design and student-led projects.

In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss their online shop launch, upcycled designer denim, the work involved, the cost structure and who gets paid. Transparency is key and Arkdefo shows where your money goes and how much the workers are paid. If you want the inside line on a fashion brand doing the right thing, listen in!

In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss Tom Ford, Vogue, the Fashion Revolution, COP26, Sustainability Indexes and taking responsibility. Did Tom Ford make them scrambled eggs?

In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss their partnership with Virgin Experience Days, their forthcoming online shop launch, upcycled luxury denim and cultural identity. East meets West, Russia meets Scotland!

In this episode, Elizaveta and Andrew discuss the Scottish Edge application, being P2P not B2C, SEO and the Google Business Page, #donatedenim in Glasgow, looking for white denim, their That's TV interview and more!!

In this episode, Andrew and Elizaveta discuss their new #donatedenim campaign, upcycling, why they are collecting denim and where they have been for the last 3 months! For more information contact Arkdefo on [email protected]