Uploaded June 2025 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In this episode, we are joined by Brigitte Kock (@variableseams). Brought to you by PCBWay (jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).
Brigitte Kock is a London-based fashion designer, maker, and the creative force behind Variable Seams. Brigitte is on a mission to rethink fashion by turning everyday filament-based 3D printing into a tool for creating modular, repairable garmentsâthink LEGO for fashion!
In this episode, we dive into how Brigitte's journey in digital fabrication, and how she blends 3D printing, mathematics, and creative problem-solving to design custom wearables with simple tools.
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00:00 Introduction
01:09 Meet Brigitte Kock: Fashion Designer and 3D Printing Enthusiast
01:58 Brigitte's Journey: From Fashion to 3D Printing
03:08 The Impact of 3D Printing on Fashion
04:29 Customization and Zero Waste in Fashion
08:42 Materials and Comfort in 3D Printed Fashion
12:16 Brigitte's Favorite Filaments and Brands
13:57 Challenges and Innovations in 3D Printing
17:32 Printer Preferences and Tips for Printing TPU
22:40 Jonathan's Approach to Managing Printers
25:05 New Printer Recommendations
25:52 Modifying Printers for Specialized Use
26:49 Collaborative Content Ideas
29:15 Designing the Perfect Fashion Printer
32:42 Exploring 3D Modeling Software
36:10 Ambitious 3D Printing Projects
37:12 Creating Modular Clothing Connections
42:49 Challenges and Innovations in 3D Printing
45:02 Future of 3D Printed Fashion
47:44 Favorite Design Projects
55:00 Final Thoughts
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ðMy favorite thing to 3D Print: jle.vi/multiboard
ðMy favorite 3D printing "accessory": jle.vi/magigoo
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In this episode, we are joined by Brigitte Kock (@variableseams). Brought to you by PCBWay (jle.vi/pcbway) and OctoEverywhere (octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast).
Brigitte Kock is a London-based fashion designer, maker, and the creative force behind Variable Seams. Brigitte is on a mission to rethink fashion by turning everyday filament-based 3D printing into a tool for creating modular, repairable garmentsâthink LEGO for fashion!
In this episode, we dive into how Brigitte's journey in digital fabrication, and how she blends 3D printing, mathematics, and creative problem-solving to design custom wearables with simple tools.
ð Get $5 off your first order at PCBWay: jle.vi/pcbway
ð Get 3 Months of FREE Premium Perks at OctoEverywhere: octoeverywhere.com/welcome?id=podcast
ð€« Get behind the scenes and exclusive content on my Patreon: patreon.com/thenextlayer
ð¬ JOIN MY DISCORD: jle.vi/tnl-discord
ð¥ IN THIS EPISODE: ð¥
00:00 Introduction
01:09 Meet Brigitte Kock: Fashion Designer and 3D Printing Enthusiast
01:58 Brigitte's Journey: From Fashion to 3D Printing
03:08 The Impact of 3D Printing on Fashion
04:29 Customization and Zero Waste in Fashion
08:42 Materials and Comfort in 3D Printed Fashion
12:16 Brigitte's Favorite Filaments and Brands
13:57 Challenges and Innovations in 3D Printing
17:32 Printer Preferences and Tips for Printing TPU
22:40 Jonathan's Approach to Managing Printers
25:05 New Printer Recommendations
25:52 Modifying Printers for Specialized Use
26:49 Collaborative Content Ideas
29:15 Designing the Perfect Fashion Printer
32:42 Exploring 3D Modeling Software
36:10 Ambitious 3D Printing Projects
37:12 Creating Modular Clothing Connections
42:49 Challenges and Innovations in 3D Printing
45:02 Future of 3D Printed Fashion
47:44 Favorite Design Projects
55:00 Final Thoughts
ð CONNECT WITH BRIGITTE: ð
ð Subscribe to Variable Seams: youtube.com/@VariableSeams
ð Support Variable Seams: patreon.com/variableseams
ð Variable Seams' website: variableseams.com
ð Follow Variable Seams: instagram.com/variableseams | tiktok.com/@variableseams
ð RECOMMENDED GEAR: ð
ðPLEASE CONSIDER SUPPORTING THE CHANNEL BY SHOPPING USING MY LINKS! FULL LIST CAN BE FOUND AT: jle.vi/links
ðMy favorite thing to 3D Print: jle.vi/multiboard
ðMy favorite 3D printing "accessory": jle.vi/magigoo
ðCheck out the official TNL merch: shop.thenextlayer.com
â€ïž LOVED THIS VIDEO? â€ïž
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â¶ïž Watch my other videos: youtube.com/@thenextlayer
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ð Support me on Patreon: patreon.com/thenextlayer
ð Send a âSuper Thanksâ (Tip)
ð Use my affiliate links for your 3D printing needs: jle.vi/links
ð¬ Join My Discord: jle.vi/tnl-discord
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ðð¿ Like this video
#3dprinting #3dprinted #3dprinter
