When did you use the cassette tape last? The revolution that pioneering technologies like CDs and MP3s have brought to the music world has resulted in making those old tapes nothing more than mere scrap. To do some justice to the old music icon, Alyce Santoro has come up with a unique method reviving new life into the muddled mess of tapes that exist in old cassette tapes by transforming them into beautiful and durable fabric.
Dubbed as Sonic fabric, the material has witnessed a reincarnation with shimmery dresses, glittery umbrellas and sleek ties. The cloths made from the fabric using 50% recycled cassette tape and 50% polyester thread has a rich sheen to it. What you will find the most interesting is the fact that the fabric makes music also. The fabric produces a jumbled, underwater-like sound when run over by a tape head. It was amazing to see it being played by Phish percussionist John Fishman during a concert in Las Vegas.
The internationally exhibiting conceptual artist has recently unveiled a line of neckties that is available at Supermarket. Her fabulous fabric is also available by the yard for interior, fashion, and accessories designers who would want to incorporate this inimitable upcycled material into their own projects. Check out the video to believe what you see.
