1. Made a 3D model of my torso in Rhino:

I used measurements of my torso so it is close to being exactly the size of mine.

2. Created topographical maps of our torso showing the torso tension and compression when doing different body positions. I experimented doing this in Illustrator with drawings first and then I used my torso model in Rhino and manipulated it to reflect the illustrator drawings. All drawings were based on dance/yoga poses  because these are two of my passions:

 

3. Then I researched different fabric manipulation techniques, deciding to focus on Shibori:4. I researched designers that use the shibori technique to make fabrics 3D:

 

5. I did my own tests of fabric manipulations using this technique:

6. Then I used the Chinese Button Knot as inspiration to 3D model a clasp for the garment I made using the shibori technique. I 3D printed the clasp with the maker bot.

 

7. I used the bigger bubbles to show tension and the smaller bubbles to show compression. Final piece: