SNACK PACK APPAREL was a solo exhibition by April Spring Powell in the Sub Gallery.

This project began as a flash of curiosity; what can I make out of trash? The visual appeal and design quality of single use, non-recyclable food packaging material is undeniable. The ability of graphic designers to create a packaging that entices another to purchase a specific product speaks to the artistic nuance of food marketing.

My own curiosity led me to attempt to take this one step further. The idea that I might be able to create wearable articles of clothing out of non-fabric material designed for a very distinct purpose was deeply intriguing. 

The main obstacles were two-fold: First, how to make fun and colorful fabric designs out of food packaging, and second, deciding what manner of garment is best suited to the fabric I create.

The collection presented contains garments made from a variety of colorful food packaging, cut and pieced together following traditional quilting designs. It also includes accessories made to compliment the garment pieces for a comprehensive styled look. While the fabric patterns and design vary across each specific article of clothing the main inspiration for the textile design can be connected throughout the collection.