When you give unneeded items to someone else, you’re freecycling. You might not need the worn-out clothes that have rips and tears, but to someone who makes quilts, those free fabric scraps are invaluable. Sites like Craigslist, Freecycle, and Facebook Marketplace are great re...
Cut square or oval sections of fabric from the jeans, then stitch them over the worn-out sections of the other clothes. You can even make your patch look like a deliberate fashion choice by patching the same spot on both sides of a piece of clothing. For instance, you might patch both...
One of the good things about writing about caring for clothes, is that it spurs me to be better at it myself. I’m not too bad at most things, by the standards of Permanent Style. I brush and put cream on my shoes; I steam and brush my suits (rather than dry cleaning them); I...
When donating clothes, make sure that everything is in good condition. Don't donate old, worn, dirty, or torn clothing. EXPERT TIP Alena Le Blanc Personal Stylist Invest in well-made garments that are eco-friendly. Look for natural, sustainable fabrics like organic cotton or recycled synth...