Upcycling projects are a great way to reduce waste while adding awesome, handmade items to your life.
In a Reddit post on the subreddit r/SewingForBeginners, a user shared an incredible video of their sustainable sewing creation.
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"Made from scraps," the user said, along with the video of their multi-fabric new bag.
Global waste is no slight occurrence. As consumerism proliferates, with industries like fast fashion being fueled by low-quality, short-lifespan goods, landfills continue to pile up.
A report by the UN Environment Programme estimates that "municipal solid waste generation is predicted to grow from 2.1 billion tonnes in 2023 to 3.8 billion tonnes by 2050." Not only can solid waste take years to break down, but when it does, it can cause even bigger issues, like microplastic pollution.
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Limiting our impact on global waste generation is key to protecting the climate and thus, human health.
Zero-waste movements are a great place to look for guidance on how to consume less. Whatever your preconceived notions are, the way some "Buy Nothing" enthusiasts integrate class and style into their no-waste lifestyles is truly remarkable. One person shared a zero-waste baby shower, which didn't cut corners on flair, but did cut costs and waste.
Furthermore, do-it-yourself projects like the fabric scrap bag can make zero-waste not just sustainable, but fun.
Another crafter created custom furniture using wood flooring scraps, similarly making unique pieces, without the hefty cost. Meanwhile, a fellow sewer demonstrated how upcycling can transform old items into something new and beautiful by mending ripped jeans with unique designs.
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Giving me money back 💰 To keep items you have already purchased from contributing to global waste, you can donate your old items, sometimes even for cash. That's more money for you, and less waste for the planet. It's a win-win.
Other sewing Reddit users shared their thoughts on the original poster's incredible bag design.
"This is beautiful," one person commented.
Another added, "Very well done!"
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