A couple of flannel shirts and some harvested pockets were cut apart and reassembled to create this fit and flare shirt. I kept the color palette very similar for a cohesive look. The design is my own, it is the #Paganoonoo_patti tutorial.

100% cotton denim is one of my favorite materials to upcycle. A kimono style jacket is timeless and a perfect way to use old jeans. This one should become even more beautiful with wear and tear, perhaps turning into a Boro style garment someday. I’m an upcycle fashion designer writing sewing tutorials since 2015. The pattern is my own design, the Carol Jacket. It’s also been made from vintage linens, old quilts, shower curtains, and mixed fabrics.

I love overalls for gardening and have always been inspired by Magnolia Pearl’s heavily embellished clothing. After purchasing a beautifully worn-in pair of Key brand overalls off of E-bay, I started to embellish them and continue to. I’ve used patches, vintage yo-yos, bits of quilts, and other assorted materials. If I happen to wear them out to the grocery store I get stopped as people love to see something unique and handmade. I love sharing about upcycling.

Handmade denim Crocs created from reclaimed denim, vintage patches, military surplus fabrics, and repurposed textiles. Each pair is cut, wrapped, assembled, and finished by hand, making every design one of one. Frayed edges and original details are intentionally preserved to highlight the history of the materials. This project transforms discarded textiles into functional wearable art while promoting creativity, craftsmanship, and waste reduction.

This Boxy top started with cutting out the base design from a white sheet. Onto it I hand stitched small circles cut from fabric scraps - the kinds with a little history woven into it. Pieces from skirts gone by, cuts outs from patchwork quilts and other favourites fabrics pieces. The slow stitching process was a way of connecting with the fabric and my mind - a lot of this work was completed after my Dad died. It gave me time to process what had happened.

I made this dress out of fabric banners. They just to hang in a fashion store. These where from the men,s department.

Create art from thrifting in Bangkok

Denim, But Make It Bloom Entirely made from pre existing materials. I distressed the denim skirt by hand and added reclaimed denim strips and floral appliqués to both the skirt and denim bra. The white tulle was a remnant from a previous project. Proof that beautiful things don't need new materials, just a new vision. Photo Mario Martinez Model Olga

Made this weddingsuit of a tent and leftover african fabric. I,d cut up the tent and cleaned the fabric. Then i made the suit. I used several details of the tent in the jacket.