Instead of tossing jeans with holes, or pilly sweaters, give them a cute and easy refresh.
Here’s how to upcycle old clothes.
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And yes, you’ve got the option to buybags made from sustainable materials like juteandvegetable-dyed suede shoes.
But the cheapest and most sustainable option is breathing new love into the clothes you already own.
Instead of tossing jeans with holes or pilly sweaters, give them a cute and easy refresh.
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Remade in Brooklyn, a remaker space in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, is all about upcycling.
Since were all staying at home now, what better time to give some attention to your old clothes?
5 easy upgrades to upcycle old clothes without a sewing machine
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Resew or change buttons.
For this, all youll need is a needle and thread.
Finding buttons that you love can help jazz up that old blouse thats stating to feel stale.
Shop online or call a local store to see if it offers shipping and over-the-phone payment.
Patch or darn holes.
Remove sleeves and collars.
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As the weather starts to get warmer, revisit some of your old T-shirts and get to cutting!
This works really well on T-shirts because the fabric will roll a bit, not fray, Booth says.
Usingtailors chalk($6) carefully mark where you want to cut.
Using very sharp and clean scissors, cut slowly and cautiously.
This is great for tees with irreversible pit stains or too-tight sleeves.
Use a sweater shaver
Nothing is more annoying than a sweater covered in pills.
Turns out, theres a tool for that.
Get a sweater shaver to remove pills from your sweaters and other woolens, Booth says.
There are manual, electric, and battery-operated models.
Always test the soap on a hidden area of the fabric to ensure it doesnt fade, she says.
And with that, youve got a garment that isnt just like newitsbetter.
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