The Seamless Blend - Digital Textile Dialogues

Jorgen Sevild & Gabrielle Shiner-Hill

Welcome to 'The Seamless Blend,' where we dive deep into the world of digital materials, 3D and Digital Product Creation (DPC). Join us as we share our experiences, explore industry trends, and ponder questions like: Are people truly embracing digital materials? Are you keeping up with the latest developments?If you're seeking a grounded and practical understanding of digital materials and their applications in the fashion and home textile industries, this is your go-to resource. Tune in for insightful discussions and a realistic look at how we can harness the power of digital materials for innovation and creativity.Join our Discord community - https://discord.gg/Tu7MKU5Ge8

  1. S2 Ep12: A Year in Review

    12/19/2024

    S2 Ep12: A Year in Review

    In this episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby and Jørgen reflect on the key themes and conversations that have shaped Season 2. From advancements in Digital Product Creation to the evolving role of technology in fashion and textiles, they take a look back at the ideas and trends that defined the year. Join us for an insightful wrap-up as we explore the highlights of 2024 and share thoughts on where the industry is headed next. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    29 min
  2. S2 Ep11: Digitising Fashion for Archives and Cultural Heritage

    12/04/2024

    S2 Ep11: Digitising Fashion for Archives and Cultural Heritage

    In this episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby shares her experiences from recent digitisation projects completed during her My World & Watershed Fellowship at Bath Spa University, including work with the Fashion Museum Bath. Together with Jørgen, they explore the techniques, challenges, and key takeaways from digitising fabrics and artefacts for archives, heritage, and cultural preservation. They’ll discuss the importance of capturing history through digital tools, how these techniques are being used to preserve cultural heritage, and the potential for innovation in this space. If you’re passionate about the intersection of history and technology, this episode is not to be missed. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    26 min
  3. S2 S10: The State of Scanning

    11/27/2024

    S2 S10: The State of Scanning

    In this episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby and Jørgen revisit the world of fabric scanning technologies to explore what’s new and what’s changed. While much has been said about the challenges facing Digital Product Creation (DPC), innovation hasn’t stopped, and new solutions continue to emerge in the market.    They’ll review the latest scanning technologies, discuss how these advancements are shaping fabric digitisation, and reflect on how the market is moving forward despite recent challenges in adoption. If you’re curious about the latest tools driving digitisation in textiles, this episode is for you. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    22 min
  4. S2 Ep9: DPP vs. DPC - What's the Difference?

    11/20/2024

    S2 Ep9: DPP vs. DPC - What's the Difference?

    In this episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby and Jørgen dive into the often-confused relationship between Digital Product Passports (DPP) and Digital Product Creation (DPC). While the abbreviations may look similar, their roles in the fashion and textiles industry are distinct—and understanding the difference is critical. They’ll unpack what DPPs and DPC are, explore how DPC workflows support DPP requirements, and discuss the challenges and opportunities in integrating these two systems. With regulatory frameworks around DPPs becoming increasingly important, this conversation highlights how DPC tools can evolve to ensure compliance and efficiency in the fashion supply chain. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    24 min
  5. S2 Ep8: Deep Dive 'Supplier-led DPC'

    11/08/2024

    S2 Ep8: Deep Dive 'Supplier-led DPC'

    Join us live as we explore the future of Digital Product Creation (DPC) in fashion! Once hailed as the answer to faster, more sustainable fashion development, DPC’s momentum has stalled, leaving brands to question its true value. But what if the key to revitalising DPC lies not with the brands, but with the suppliers? In today’s episode, we’ll dive deep into a bold, new approach: supplier-led DPC. Discover how moving DPC to the supplier level could solve the challenges brands have faced with costly tech, operational disconnects, and limited ROI. We’ll unpack how suppliers, with their unique expertise and proximity to production, could transform DPC into a streamlined, efficient, and sustainable asset for the entire industry. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    50 min
  6. S2 Ep7: Can DPC resurrect itself?

    10/31/2024

    S2 Ep7: Can DPC resurrect itself?

    In this Halloween-inspired episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby and Jørgen take a closer look at the promises and pitfalls of Digital Product Creation (DPC) in fashion. Reflecting on the rise, fall, and potential resurgence of DPC, they explore the initial excitement around this technology and why it has struggled to meet expectations. They discuss the barriers to widespread adoption, including the skills gap, economic challenges, and cultural resistance within the industry. Finally, they examine whether DPC might find new life as part of a broader digital transformation strategy alongside emerging technologies. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    25 min
  7. S2 Ep6: Can we trust digital materials?

    10/23/2024

    S2 Ep6: Can we trust digital materials?

    In this episode of The Seamless Blend, Gabby and Jørgen explore one of the biggest questions in the world of Digital Product Creation (DPC): Can we trust digital materials? They dive into the reasons why trust in digital materials might be lacking and what’s preventing full confidence in these technologies. They discuss side-by-side comparisons of physical and digital materials, arguing that these two should work together as complementary forces. With insights from researchers Douglas Atkinson and Bruna Petreca, the hosts explore the concept of "feeling" materials and how we perceive textiles through touch and experience. They also examine the balance between technical accuracy and perceptual trust in fabric digitisation. Tune in for an in-depth look at the hardware, software, and validation methods that influence our trust in digital materials. Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    20 min
  8. S2 Ep5: Mind the Skill Gap

    10/16/2024

    S2 Ep5: Mind the Skill Gap

    Welcome to Episode 5 of The Seamless Blend! This week, Gabby and Jørgen each share three highlights that have been on their minds. Gabby explores the challenge of balancing speed with sustainability, the importance of systems thinking, and the skills gap in textile digitisation. She also reflects on her work with heritage textiles and how to make these resources more scalable. Meanwhile, Jørgen questions if the Digital Product Creation (DPC) foundation is ready for the speed and scale we’re aiming for. Are we losing sight of the objectives? He also discusses the potential for garment vendors to become future industry leaders. Join us for an insightful conversation on the current state of DPC and the path forward for sustainable growth! Share your feedback with us here Join our Discord Community - https://discord.gg/PMugVHYrHX

    22 min
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Welcome to 'The Seamless Blend,' where we dive deep into the world of digital materials, 3D and Digital Product Creation (DPC). Join us as we share our experiences, explore industry trends, and ponder questions like: Are people truly embracing digital materials? Are you keeping up with the latest developments?If you're seeking a grounded and practical understanding of digital materials and their applications in the fashion and home textile industries, this is your go-to resource. Tune in for insightful discussions and a realistic look at how we can harness the power of digital materials for innovation and creativity.Join our Discord community - https://discord.gg/Tu7MKU5Ge8

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