Charity van der Meer | Sharit
Charity van der Meer-Musoma was born in and grew up in Zambia. She is a fashion designer specialized in hand-made ecological garments, and graduated as a Fashion and Knitwear Designer from Nottingham Trent University of Art and Design (UK) in 2002. Charity moved to the Netherlands in the same year, where she continues to work in fashion and design independently.
“Felt has given me a chance to express myself beyond the conformity of the traditional felt making and dress making. There are endless possibilities and I am constantly researching new materials and new techniques. All material I use will tell their own story through my pieces.”
Today, Charity’s contemporary designs are inspired by nature itself. Her mission is to create unique, natural, sustainable and wearable garments and to share this with others around the world. To produce her collections, Charity uses new ideas and techniques that are inspired by nature and uses durable and ecological products.
Her label Sharit – which comes from “Share It” – embodies Charity’s passion for sharing her creativity and knowledge with others and to inspire them and stimulate their creative thoughts.
Charity travels all around the world teaching felt fashion and felt techniques. Her contact with so many cultures encourages her ideas and inspires her towards new creations. Her dream of sharing is her reality and this has led her to invest in this new online way of sharing her passion.
Courses by Charity van der Meer
Nuno Felt Wearables: Simple Jacket
Create a custom-fitting jacket that features beautiful silks, gorgeous textures, reinforced edges, cuffed sleeves, and a collared neckline, all wrapped into a unique handmade design!
Nuno Felt Wearables: Prefelt Skirt
Explore textures, embellishment techniques, and how to use wool and silk fibers effectively to easily create a one-of-a-kind fitted skirt that is sure to impress!
Nuno Felt Wearables: Sunset Dress
Create a dazzling, yet sophisticated nuno felt dress with show-stopping silk ruffles and an optional fold-down collar.
Masterclass in Nuno Felt Wearables:
Custom Dye, Design & Felt
This master class has everything! Custom dyeing your fibers and fabrics, felting unique garments with gorgeous embellishments, and how to ensure a perfect fit!
