That's Not Rubbish! Upcycled and Circular Fashion.

May 13 2024
That's Not Rubbish! Upcycled and Circular Fashion. Podcast artwork

Keyboard Dresses? Stale Bread Lamps? Meet the innovative world of Upcycled fashion, where preloved materials are reconstructed into statement pieces, everyday go-tos, home decor, and the list goes on. And on. And on. Each week, we're going to kick it with a zero waste designer and talk about everyday topics, hear their story, explore circular fashion concepts, and...play. So, if you've never heard of upcycling or are sewing as we speak, there's an episode for everyone. Are you ready to take a second look at the “rubbish” around us and uncover the endless potential behind it? Come on! 🎧🪡 Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thatsnotrubbish/support

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