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.

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

I also saw a video showing how someone insulated a tiny home with t-shirts.

Crafters who Transform T-shirts into Awesome Items

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