Clothing is becoming cheaper and more plentiful than ever before. In the last 20 years people have started buying–and discarding–more clothing at a faster rate than in previous decades. So before you drop those bags of used clothing off at the thrift store, consider one of the DIY projects projects below. With a little help from us (or Pinterest…or both) you can breathe new life into that old pair of old jeans you don’t wear anymore. Denim TIC-TAC-TOE from The...

Jillian Owens is the creative mastermind of Refashionista.net, where, for the past five years, she has showcased refashioned thrift store finds. Using her ingenuity (and with a little help from her seam ripper and sewing machine) Jillian transforms outdated and unwanted used clothing into chic pieces that you’d never guess came from a thrift store. “A few years ago,” Jillian writes, “I decided I wanted to change the way the world thinks about fashion. I was sickened by...

In our last blog post we shared with you several reasons why you should learn to sew. To recap: 1. Learning to sew can save you money (and even help you make money) 2. It’s a life skill (or at the very least a rewarding hobby) And most importantly, 3. Sewing can be eco-friendly! With a little know-how, you can alter, mend, or transform your clothing to extend its “life” and usefulness. In this blog post, we’ll share with you 5 easy projects to get you...

You should learn to sew. No, really, you should. Here’s why:   It could save you money. Just think: If you could hem your own pants, patch your child’s torn jeans, or at the very least sew on a button you wouldn’t have to pay someone else or (worst case scenario) buy a whole new clothing item! If you’re unsure of where to start, there are many online tutorials for basic sewing skills. And pinterest is replete with creative ways to alter, upcycle, or repair...

1. Number one on our list is get rid of weeds! All you need are gloves, a long sleeve shirt to protect your arms, long pants to protect your legs, safety glasses and a mask to protect your face, and a spray bottle full of toxic chemicals whose long-term affect on people, pets, and the environment are largely unknown. Oh, and don’t forget to lock up your kids and pets while you spray… Yikes! If that doesn’t appeal to you (and we hope it doesn’t), you could get rid of...