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Give your clothes a second life! Here you can find simple, creative ways to recycle or upcycle your old clothing. Small changes can make a big impact. Start your upcycling journey here
Why should I Recycle or Upcycle my clothes?
Every year, millions of tonnes of clothing end up in landfills, adding to pollution and wasting valuable resources. Recycling and upcycling clothes helps reduce this waste, conserve energy and water, and lower your environmental impact. By giving new life to old items, you support a more sustainable fashion system, while getting to express your creativity at the same time.
Quick Upcycling Ideas
Here are some quick ways to upcycling old pieces of clothing to give them a new purpose or style
Patch it
Patch It: Repair holes or stains with colourful patches or embroidery.
Dye it
Dye It: Refresh faded clothes naturally with plant-based dyes.
crop it
Crop It: Turn old T-shirts into trendy cropped tops — no sewing required!
transform it
Transform It: Repurpose worn-out jeans into bags, accessories, or even home decor.
Upcycling Tutorials
Here you can find simple and useful unicycling tutorials, which can help inspired some of your own projects
Get Inspired
Follow these creatives for more inspiration on upcycling clothes and for tips on sustainability
@moeyslowfashion
on TikTok
@happilydressed
on TikTok
@bymelcittadini
on TikTok
@leonieay
on TikTok
@araidesigns
on TikTok
@ysabelhilado
on TikTok
Recycling Your Clothes
Donation
Drop off used items of clothing which are in good condition to local charity shops
Textile bins
Put used clothes into textile bins. Locate textile recycling points in your area
brand schemes
Some brands, like H&M, Levi’s and The North Face, offer in-store recycling
Repair First
Simple fixes like sewing on a button or patching a rip can extend the life of your clothes
Organise a clothing swap
Trade items with friends, family, or your community to refresh your wardrobe sustainably
Quick Tips
Think creatively
A little imagination can turn old or unwanted clothes into something completely new and unique
Mix and match
Combine old pieces in new ways to create fresh outfits without buying anything new
Start small
Try easy projects like turning old T-shirts into tote bags or cutting jeans into shorts.