The textile industry must undergo a radical transformation to become truly circular, local, and regenerative. Today, 35% of environmental microplastics come from synthetic, petroleum-based fibres – materials that are inherently non-biodegradable and represent a fundamental design flaw. To address this, we must transition from fossil-based inputs to renewable, locally sourced resources.
A key barrier lies in access: while experimentation drives innovation, most designers and small-scale innovators lack the infrastructure needed to process and prototype new biomaterials. Without accessible tools, progress toward sustainable alternatives remains limited.
This is where the wet biofibre spinner comes in. As the first open-source wet spinning machine for small-scale, bio-based fibre production, it creates a bridge between low-tech experimentation and high-tech textile development. By enabling the production of 
biodegradable fibres at a local scale, the machine empowers designers, researchers, and communities to directly participate in material innovation. 
By hacking and democratizing technology, we can unlock new possibilities for regenerative textiles – where fibres are not only renewable and biodegradable, but also part of a circular ecosystem that prioritizes local production, resource stewardship, and environmental health. 
The wet biofibre spinner embodies this vision: an open, accessible tool that decentralizes material innovation and helps move the textile industry toward a truly regenerative future. 

Materials: 3D printed PLA, Plexiglas, Metal, Electronics, Alginate-based yarns