{"id":12026,"date":"2022-04-18T09:38:26","date_gmt":"2022-04-18T14:38:26","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/?p=12026"},"modified":"2024-03-26T11:11:32","modified_gmt":"2024-03-26T16:11:32","slug":"four-ways-to-upcycle-your-clothes","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/wearememphis.com\/play\/culture\/four-ways-to-upcycle-your-clothes\/","title":{"rendered":"Four Ways to Upcycle Your Clothes"},"content":{"rendered":"

By: Elise Herron<\/p>\n

Do you ever feel like you have too many clothes but nothing to wear? If you\u2019ve become bored with your wardrobe, then consider upcycling it. You\u2019ll bring new life to old threads and keep your clothes out of the landfill. Here are a few local businesses to help you get started.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: @kb_canvas<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Dye it.<\/h2>\n

Nothing says \u201csummer style\u201d like playful, colorful hues. You can refresh fabrics that have become faded or stained over time by simply dying them. Stop by Art Center<\/a> to stock up on tie-dye kits, textile paints and fabric pastels.<\/p>\n

Stitch it.<\/h2>\n

Embroidery is one of the most expressive ways to sport your personality. With chain stitch embroidery, you can create a one-of-a-kind piece that is hand-drawn and sewn. Let We Tight Knit<\/a> \u201ctattoo\u201d your garment with a patch, monogram, or custom design and wear it with flair.<\/p>\n

Quilt it.<\/h2>\n

You know that stack of t-shirts that\u2019s been accumulating in your closet forever? Turn them into a patchwork quilt to display and preserve your memories. Visit Night Owl T-Shirt Quilts<\/a> to create your quilt.<\/p>\n

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Photo Credit: @framecornermemphis<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Frame it.<\/h2>\n

What about your retro sports jersey that\u2019s just too rare to wear? Frame it, hang it, and step up the style in your basement bar or man cave! Frame Corner<\/a> offers both DIY options and custom solutions for showcasing your collectibles.<\/p>\n

What about your unwearables? You can drop any distressed or damaged clothes at a donation bin near you, so they can be recycled in a manufacturer take-back program or reprocessed into fibers for other products. Visit Earth911.com and use their Recycling Locator to find a bin near you.<\/p>\n

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