Deirdre Klemek



Woven and Overgrown

Collaboration with Ella Jepsen, Risd Apparel Design ‘21




Naturally dyed fabric
Heat Treated Copper
Steel with Patina
Wax Finish
Upholstery Foam and Cotton


The seat and dress are based off a joining of metal and fabric. We worked together in designing both pieces building off eachother. They were inspired by natural soft forms weaving through more structural elements. We did many form experiments and material samples shown below.