New Zealand Girl Creates Entire Gown From Mango Pits to Shed Light on Food Waste

New Zealand Girl Creates Entire Gown From Mango Pits to Shed Light on Food Waste
Courtesy of Jessica Collins
Jenni Julander
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A New Zealand student is raising awareness for food waste and sustainability with a crafty project: She made a beautiful gown from mango seed pits and showcased it for a class project.

Jessica Collins, 18, used the seed husks from over 700 Calypso mangoes to craft a full-length ivory dress you would never imagine is made from something from your produce section.

Jenni Julander
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Jenni Julander is a writer based in the Rocky Mountains, where she received her writing education. She covers human interest and trending news for The Epoch Times.
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