Community projects & social design
Founder of
Kloffie Collectief
In 2024, I founded Kloffie Collectief, an inclusive and sustainable fashion house built around accessibility and community.
During Pride Amsterdam, we organised a workshop for Pride visitors who either did not have the budget for an expensive outfit or wanted a more sustainable alternative. Participants designed and created their own sustainable Pride looks under professional guidance.
The project combined empowerment, sustainability and self expression, offering people the tools to create something personal and meaningful.
Fashion coach
De Kom
Since 2023, I have been working as a Fashion Coach at DE KOM, the city theatre and arts centre of Nieuwegein.
During Fashionweek Nieuwegein, I guide secondary school students in developing their own fashion projects. They are invited to explore different creative disciplines, including fashion design, music production, dance, choreography, make-up artistry and show production.
The focus lies on creativity, collaboration and the confidence to express who you are.
The process culminates in a spectacular theatre runway show, where the students present their own creations on stage for an audience of friends and family. A moment of pride, growth and collective celebration.
Photo: Michiel van Rijthoven
Community project
Coat of many colors
During my time at the Salvation Army, I developed and led several creative projects with participants of sewing atelier Studio Salvation. The Coat of Many Colors was one of them.
Each patch on this kimono was individually designed by a participant during a workshop, expressing their true colors. The final piece was proudly exhibited at the True Colors exhibition at Loods 6.
Community project
Denim wall tapestry
While working at Studio Salvation, the sewing atelier of the Salvation Army Amsterdam, together with the participants we created a wall hanging from recycled denim. Each person was given a denim patch and encouraged to explore their creativity using a technique of their choice. Through this, they learned new fabric manipulation skills and formed meaningful social connections.
The patches were stitched together into a large piece, forming the base for a wall hanging. On top, we added the symbol of Faith, Hope, and Love.
Faith reflects the roots of the Salvation Army. The atelier offers participants a sense of hope, new opportunities, and personal growth — always guided by love.
project
Farewell blanket
For my dads cremation I wanted to make something special. I used one of my parents’ old bedsheets as the base for the blanket, and added pieces of fabric from our clothing and past projects — each carrying a special memory. My dad loved going fishing with his dog, and I wanted those moments to be part of this tribute.
Making this blanket was a deeply healing experience. My mother and aunt helped cut out the shapes, and together we created this piece of art — something I will always cherish.
Community project
True colors wall hanging
During my time at the Salvation Army, I initiated and co-organized several creative community projects. One of them was this large-scale wall hanging for the True Colors exhibition.
The concept was simple: a large line drawing was divided into squares, and children from various Salvation Army homes in Amsterdam each painted their own square in their own style and colors. The squares were then stitched together, forming the silhouette of a person surrounded by a vibrant aura.
What made this project interesting was the contrast — bold vs. muted colors, careful vs. free expression — all reflecting the children’s true colors.