For me, upcycling and textile art have the potential to go far beyond clothing. They can be a form of activism and tell stories that extend beyond the human body. Lately, I’ve been exploring this more, and I’ve noticed it gives me a new sense of freedom. It began with the opportunity to create a custom Pride flag for Pride Amsterdam at Volkshotel, I decided to make a patchwork Progress flag out of old materials I had lying around my studio. I love patchworking because it allows me to bring different elements and stories together into a visually interesting yet cohesive whole.