300+ Clothes upcycling projects

What do you do with your old clothes when they wear out, or no longer fit, or you just don't like them any more? For children's clothes, we often pass them on to friends with younger children. For adult clothes, they generally go to the charity shop. If the clothes are really worn, then perhaps they get used for cleaning rags, or just thrown out. But sometimes they are favourites that we can't bear to let go. Maybe it's the fabric we like, or maybe the clothes have particular memories - especially clothes belonging to our kids. I have used some clothes like this to make new things - upcycling them into something different that can be used and the memories or pretty fabric kept. I've seen lots of ideas scattered here and here around the internet, but it would be great to create a resource of such projects all in one place. So here's the idea. Feel free to start linking up! Please try to put in the title * what you've made and * from what item of clothing you made it Thanks

Evil eye The evil eye is a malevolent look that many cultures believe able to cause injury or misfortune for the person at whom it is directed for reasons of envy or dislike. Talismans created to protect against the evil eye are also frequently called "evil eyes".[1][2] The term also refers to the power attributed to certain persons of inflicting injury or bad luck by such an envious or ill-wishing look. The evil eye is usually given to others who remain unaware.[3] The idea expressed by the term causes many cultures to pursue protective measures against it. History[edit] Belief in the evil eye dates back to Classical antiquity. Classical antiquity[edit] Roman-era mosaic from Antioch depicting a plethora of devices against the evil eye Classical authors attempted to offer explanations for the evil eye. The belief in the evil eye during antiquity varied across different regions and periods. Around the world[edit] Protective talismans and cures[edit] The Hamsa, a charm made to ward off the evil eye.

How to Reuse Old Clothes: 19 steps (with pictures) Edit Article Edited by Renee M., L B RANA, TheKnowerOfStuff, KnowItSome and 20 others Fabric is a great resource and used fabric in clothing has so many possibilities for being reused again. By saving old clothes and turning them into something else, you can keep treasured logos and images, save resources, make fantastic new things you do need and learn how to make everything you own stretch further... In this article, you'll get a taste of what's possible in the way of reusing old clothes. Ad Steps 1 Restyle the clothes: If the issue with your old clothes is simply that the fashion is old or you've grown tired of an old garment, consider restyling it. 19 Use fabric for cleaning. Tips Warnings Do not cover a lamp shade with flammable fabric unless you use a low wattage bulb, CFL or other cooler bulb.

Green Choices - Environmental impacts of clothing Different fabrics have different impacts, depending on what they’re made of: Nylon and polyester Made from petrochemicals, these synthetics are non-biodegradable as well, so they are inherently unsustainable on two counts. Nylon manufacture creates nitrous oxide, a greenhouse gas 310 times more potent than carbon dioxide. Making polyester uses large amounts of water for cooling, along with lubricants which can become a source of contamination. Both processes are also very energy-hungry. Rayon (viscose) This is another artificial fibre, made from wood pulp, which on the face of it seems more sustainable. Cotton Natural fibres have their problems, too. Wool Both agricultural and craft workers in the UK suffer from exposure to organophosphate sheep dip. Manufacturing processes Getting from fibre to cloth – bleaching, dyeing, and finishing – uses yet more energy and water, and causes yet more pollution. Other materials Other materials used in clothing and shoes include: