HOUSTON, Texas -- A Houston designer is transforming closet cast-offs and thrift store finds into amazing upcycled fashion.

Embracing upcycling—turning old clothing into stylish new pieces—is a fantastic alternative. It reduces fashion waste while offering a creative outlet for expressing your unique style.

Recycling old clothes is another pound-saving way to get crafty. Scouring charity shops can be a great way to pick up the perfect materials for an upcycling project, with fabrics like denim and ...

It should give you pause before you put more clothing in the bin ... Roundabout with a giant knitting spool and fabric strips upcycled from “preloved” garments. [5] Another section features ...