The Scrap Project

The Scrap Project - Osei – Duro

Did you know that at Osei-Duro we save all our fabric leftover from production? Our textiles involve so much hand work that we've found it impossible to part with even the smallest pieces.

We are always on the lookout for creative ways to put our scraps to use. Below are a few of the projects we've done so far. From housewares such as quilts and napkins to children's art projects and a recent scuptural installation, the project is pretty wide open.

Get in touch if you have a project and would like some scraps!

SCHOOL PROJECTS

Students in uniforms presenting colorful textile scrap sculptures in a classroom.
A puppet made of pink, grey and green fabrics hanging against a wooden wall.
A child wearing colorful patchwork bandana over their face against an orange wall in a classroom setting.
A group of children wearing masks made of paper and fabric.
Group of children, one holding a colorful fabric mask, indoors in a classroom.

NAPKINS AND HOME TEXTILES

 

Person carrying a stack of colorful folded fabrics on their shoulder, showcasing vibrant textile patterns.
Colorful quilt with various patterns hanging on a white wall, next to a staircase with wooden steps and metal railings.
Two packs of napkins labeled ‘TWENTY ONE TONNES x OSEI DURO NAPKINS’ with abstract red and black designs.

CONTAINER INSTALLATION

The Container is an extension of Elle Lokko's creative vision in Ghana. A 20ft shipping container turned artistic incubator, the Container houses rotating exhibits by local designers, and acts as entryway to Accra's private social club Front/Back. ​

For Osei-Duro's recent installation at The Container, we created a complete tactile environment out of scraps, inviting visitors to touch and interact with the bright otherworldly textures and to contribute to ongoing textile exploration within the space. 

 

Outdoor scene with a small wooden kiosk, a larger blue and white building, a palm tree, and a person sitting on a bench.
Interior space with metal walls, and windows with air conditioning units.
Blue shipping container repurposed as a makeshift shop displaying clothing items.
Collection of various strips of fabrics with different patterns and colors hanging closely together.
Variety of fabrics hanging on a line, some with tie-dye patterns, illuminated by warm light bulbs in the background.
Variety of strips of fabric with different patterns, colors, and textures hanging.
Collection of various strips of fabrics with different patterns and colors hanging closely together, creating a dense and textured tapestry.
Collection of colorful fabric strips and pieces tied and hanging down, creating a dense curtain of textiles.
Collection of various fabrics with different patterns and colors hanging closely together, creating a dense and textured appearance.
Collection of colorful fabrics with varied patterns and designs hanging closely together, creating a vibrant display.