Rejuvenate your old T-shirts! Make them flatter your body in a new way while showing your sewing creativity to the world. Some inspiring examples how plus some good books on knits and T-s. Find all links, projects and video of this episode on the website: https://www.ecofashionsewing.com/about-upcycling/how-to-recycle-old-t-shirts-into-new/   Soft, comfortable and most probably cotton – old T-shirts are the hidden treasure in your wardrobe! Especially the old favourites of yours. Once loved means ton of potential to be loved once again!   Some Highlights Inside This Episode: [2:30] Some essential resources to help you start refashioning. Quick overview what is included in this episode. [4:35] Why you should rework your old T-shirts. [6:15] Easy care tips to make T-shirts last longer. [8:15] Questions to consider and two initial direction or strategies when thinking how to recycle old T-shirts into new. [10:40] Tips on how to strengthen the material if you’re adding embellishment or similar. [11:10] Other ways and ideas, including example of the distinctive applique that Alabama Studio use to create their unique artwear. [12:40] Few other ideas for how to change the surface of the material while keeping the garment more or less intact. [15:55] Some examples of quick projects that change the look of a T-shirt with materials at hand. [17:30] Two more books on how to recycle old T-shirts into new styles and how to use them when over 40. [18:50] Three examples of more creative upcycling approach that suit better mature body types. Plus, some insights about the creative process. [23:10] A couple of books that offer great coverage of the essentials around working with knitted fabrics in general (plus my tip for vintage books).