Re-duce Re-use Re-Fashion

Not only is it like, totally hip to recycle, it is also one of the best ways to come up with interesting fashion fabrics for yourself. It is so difficult to find fun fashion fabrics in small towns. Better learn how to locate and appropriate what you can get your hands on. And what you can find almost anywhere are second hand clothing stores. Chosen wisely, your favorite things to wear will be made out of found treasures from these stores.

When shopping, keep your eyes peeled for that special print or trim or fastening that you can scavenge and use again. And don't think your find can only be used once again. A dress can be paired with another dress to make a pair of pants. The pants can then be deconstructed down into a bag when you get tired of them.

Have fun! And remember: Fabric is fabric. Sheets can be dresses, a cushion cover can become a hat, curtains can turn into a bed ruffle, a quilt can turn into a coat.

See beyond the seams.