This biodegradable shoe doesn’t need stitching because it pops out of a mold
These sustainable sneakers are molded from liquid cellulose—and the process can work for other items of clothing as well.
Instead of sewing or knitting, scientists at the startup Simplifyber are fundamentally rethinking how clothing and shoes are made. To make their products, the team pours liquid cellulose into a single 3D printed mold. What comes out is a fully completed shirt or sneaker. The final products are biodegradable, and the whole process reduces waste.