T-Shirts: Making Yarn, Alterations and Tapestries

There was a time when people owned only a few outfits. But in today’s economy, we live in a system of fast fashion where clothing can be very inexpensive. The result? Many people have too much clothes, and especially t-shirts.

You can listen to my podcast episode on t-shirts creative reuse in this YouTube video. It originally aired in March 2018.

From 1994 to 2014, garment production increased by 400 percent, and now fashion is the second largest polluter after oil. Clothing production accounts for 10 percent of carbon emissions – and that doesn’t even include the energy needed to clean clothing.

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Customizing Your Own T-Shirts

In the podcast, I mention the following resources:

My Creative Reuse Projects with T-Shirts

Tapestry made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads sewn on upholstery sample

Tapestry made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads sewn on upholstery sample

Valentine's broach made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads

Valentine’s broach made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads

"Medallion" embroidery made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads

“Medallion” embroidery made from recycled t-shirt yarn and beads

Weaving made with tie-dyed t-shirts - Be Who You Are

Weaving made with tie-dyed t-shirts – Be Who You Are

Weaving made with tie-dyed t-shirts

Weaving made with tie-dyed t-shirts

Recycled t-shirt mug rug

Recycled t-shirt mug rug

Completed woven mask from recycled t-shirts

Completed woven mask from recycled t-shirts

"Earthworms" rug made from recycled t-shirts

“Earthworms” rug made from recycled t-shirts

Project Ideas for Creative Reuse of T-Shirts

Stop buying new t-shirts and get inspired to use your existing collection with these project ideas – all collected on the Trashmagination Pinterest board for creative reuse of t-shirts.

Clothing for all ages

Housewares

Fun Seasonal Crafts

Personal Care

Hot and cold packs or hand warmers

Crafters who Transform T-shirts into Awesome Items

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