Recycle, Renew, Reuse...This has become a catch phrase in the eco-friendly community...
But did you know it's not just a catch phrase, it's also a way for your to save some MONEY! With the economic recession we've faced throughout the US and Canada many of us have had to find ways to cut back, save money and be more resourceful with what we have. Recycling can fit right into that category.
I took on a sewing project a few years back to recycle and accessorize a pair of old jeans. It was what I called a basic 101 sewing task of simply adding leftover material to the bottom of some jeans to help accessorize them and freshen up a wardrobe. Little did I know this sewing project would take on a whole new meaning when it came to being frugal.
People everywhere began to stop and ask me how they too could accessorize their jeans and pants, not just to make them pretty, but how to make their pants look better because of frayed edges, making the length longer, or to change the fashion to coorginate with something they already owned. I didn't realize my attempt at recycling old jeans could become such a fashion trend and be considered "Grean Jeans".
I challenge you to look for other ways you or someone like me (yes, I do sew for a small charge) can help you recycle, renew or reuse something you already have and save you money and our precious resources.
It's easy being green!
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