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Giveaway- Upcycle Your Wardrobe: 21 Sewing Projects for Unique, New Fashions

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Giveaway- Upcycle Your Wardrobe: 21 Sewing Projects for Unique, New Fashions

Leave a comment in today’s post by October 9, 2015 and you are in the running for this detailed how-to recycled sewing book.

More about the book from the publisher Shiffer Publishing:

“Reuse, recycle, and repurpose the clothing you love, creating new, one-of-a-kind garments. Every one of the twenty-one inspiring projects in this book can be sewn quickly, even by beginners. The descriptive photo instructions make it easy to follow the process step by step. Sew a length of chiffon onto a top to create a unique dress. Change a beloved sweater by giving it a great new neckline. Revamp an old linen shirt into a trendy halter top. That favorite pair of jeans that’s got holes worn in its knees? Transform it into a denim skirt. Give a T-shirt a dramatic lace yoke, turn out-of-style pants into ever-stylish chinos, and much more.”

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Comments

  10. I love to recycle clothing. Since I have retired, I have a lot of working clothes that I no longer wear, just waiting to be remade..

  11. I would love this book. I shop in Thrift stores all the time and would get some great ideas here.

  16. I’m in the process of taking sewing lessons and it would be great to have some project inspiration!

  18. I love upcycling, but I’m always afraid to take scissors to my clothes. A little guidance would go a long way.

  20. What a neat giveaway! I grew up learning upcycling from a smart, crafty mom, & to this day, I am sparked by upcycling! I think it must be on my birth certificate as my middle name! 😉 Thanks for the chance to win.

  22. I think it is fabulous that refashioning and upcycling are so fashionable these days. It is keeping lots of resources out of the landfill.

Have you read?

Handmade with a Past: Tuesday’s Top Recycled Etsy Find

If you love a good wine and a stylish cheese platter, then this recycled flat wine bottle cheese board will be your new best friend. Not only does it combine two of life’s greatest pleasures, but it also gives a second life to old wine bottles, turning them into something functional and chic.

I stumbled across a similar piece at a friend’s gathering last year, and I couldn’t stop admiring it. The wine bottle was almost unrecognizable—transformed into a sleek, modern board for snacks and small bites. It’s the perfect conversation starter, and honestly, it brings a certain wow factor to any dinner party or casual gathering.

This cheese board isn’t just pretty; it’s practical too. The smooth surface is ideal for serving everything from crackers to fruit to your favorite cheeses. Plus, it’s an awesome example of recycling and upcycling, keeping those old bottles out of landfills while elevating your entertaining game.

Why we love it:

  • Made from recycled flat wine bottles, adding sustainability to your kitchen

  • A unique upcycled home decor item that’s also super functional

  • Ideal for wine lovers, eco-conscious hosts, or anyone who loves a good cheese board

Not only does this board make for a stylish and sustainable addition to your kitchen, but it also makes for an awesome gift for those who love eco-friendly entertaining.