When a shirt is stained beyond saving or those threadbare jeans can’t make one more trip to the donation bin, don’t toss them just yet. With a little creativity, you can turn worn textiles into ...

From freecycling groups to upcycling brands, these initiatives are helping discarded clothes and textiles find a meaningful second life ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Sustainability starts in your closet. "Creative Living" host and WLS radio personality Jane Clauss coined the term "upcrafting" and has been repurposing clothes and items since before ...

Sorting through your old clothing can be exciting, as it helps you clear out physical and mental clutter. It can also be overwhelming, however, especially when you have a huge pile of old clothing to ...

When it comes to sustainable fashion, the students in Sage Hill School’s Reimagined Fashion Upcycling Club have a real passion for it. So much so that the club held its second annual fashion show — ...

Inevitably, there will be pieces in our wardrobe that we no longer wear—whether it’s because they no longer fit, or they’ve become worn down over the years. But fear not. While textile recycling is ...

The clothing and fashion industry's environmental impact is sometimes overlooked, but its effect is significant. The production of new clothing requires hundreds of gallons of water and tremendous ...

It’s a rainy Wednesday evening at low-lit, moody Arts District hangout Tea at Shiloh, where a dozen students including myself perch on round white floor cushions, sipping carob cardamom tea and ...

Nikki Bamundo was cleaning out her daughter’s closet with her best friend, Jessica Basile, when an idea sparked: Instead of throwing away clothes that no longer fit her, they could turn them into ...

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