With Thread I wanted to work with the ancient technique of embroidery, which often has an old-fashioned-grandmotherly feel, and give it a new graphic language. The designs for Thread artworks are tied to history, craft, and tradition, yet speak a modern aesthetic.

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As a product designer, Salonen thinks about her role in designing new products, and about the waste in product packaging. This project seeks to open up a dialog on the over-consumption of product packaging and plastic waste.

Helsinki Remade is a collection of hand-printed vintage textiles inspired by relief patterns found in Helsinki Art Nouveau Architecture. These one-of-a-kind repurposed linens merge contemporary living with Finnish traditions. The graphics celebrate the beauty of architectural details we forget to notice in our day-to-day living.