We explore slow consumption, high style, and low waste.
Shop Your Closet
The physical space I give to my clothes helps me stay true to my consumption values. It also makes me feel like Cher Horowitz in THE iconic closet scene from “Clueless.”
Upcycled Yoga Bolster
Into yoga but not into the high price of yoga equipment? Learn how to knit a supportive bolster from a crafty yoga practitioner.
High Art, Low Waste
As makers, we have a responsibility to be mindful of the items we create and put into our world. A pandemic slump led me to reconsider how I made and sold my art. Here are some ways to reduce plastic consumption and waste in your own art, crafts, and merchandise.
A Little Paris in San Francisco
Welcome to our first crossover post! Many of you who read the blog regularly are familiar with Alex Stevens, our resident ‘Vintage Detective.’ who will talk about the history behind this outfit repeater by Caitlin Pellizzi.
An Encore Promenade
This isn't necessarily a go-to piece, but rather a garment that I was happy and proud to wear again: my junior prom dress! I first wore this dress back in June 1993 and wore it again May 2017 to a Derby Day party.
From Product to Project; A Flannel in Flux
I'm a longtime maker/hacker/fixer, passionate scavenger/trash connoisseur, and someone who stubbornly refuses to let clothing die. My flannel now has over thirty patches and every bit of fabric has a story.
‘Making it work,’ Thrifty Style
I recently purchased this green sweater from a local thrift store. My budget for experiments with imperfect clothing maxes out at $5 so for $3.50, this sweater felt like a worthwhile investment.
Chrissi Burnett, Outfit Repeater Extraordinaire
The star of this ‘fashion show’ is the Alaska eagle t-shirt. There isn't anything better than a t-shirt that fits perfectly.
Upcycled Knitted Scrunchie
Yes, a plastic bag can have a second life as a trendy hair accessory. Here’s how to turn so-called trash into a scrunchie.
Take your ‘Special Occasion’ Top to the Next Level
This is the story of my mother's wedding dress remake.
Knitted Rebellion
Knitting can be badass and used as a form of protest against fast fashion! I knit most of my essential items — including period pads, shoes, coats, and underwear — and I wear them to death.
A Future Vintage Storyteller Garment
This is the story of my mother's Friendship Jacket, in her words
Black on Black
Vivkea is one of our pioneer Outfit Repeater contributors! Her lewk is absolutely stunning and so cool it makes us want to get to know her better...or at least take some style notes.