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sourcing FABRiC
As this is a reuse competition, we want to see pre-loved, pre-worn, donated or discarded fabric and clothing being used. There’s currently enough clothing on the planet to clothe the next 6 generations, so the opportunities for creative reuse and alterations are endless!
Here are some of our recommendations for sourcing clothing and fabric for your project:
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What do you have at home you could use? Explore your house, and ask family members if they have unwanted materials you could make use of!
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Charity Retail Ireland is the all-island representative body for charities who operate in the retail space to the triple bottom line, having a significant financial, social and environmental impact. Their 42 members operate 500 shops nationwide! As well as clothes, many of these shops will also sell donated fabric scraps or curtains, an excellent base for your creations! Explore shops near you here.
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Local Freecycle groups operate in communities for people to pass on their unwanted possessions. Google one near you or explore the countrywide group, Zero Waste Freecycle Ireland.
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First of all, how does a Swap Shop work?
It’s simple. They are events where you can bring clothes in good condition that you no longer need. And in exchange, you take home an outfit someone else has brought…. Without any money changing hands. It’s a win-win! You get something new to you, and you give your preloved things a second life!
You could organise a Swap Shop in your school, youth group, community or friendship group. As part of the swap shop, you could collect damaged items that people no longer want, and use them to create your Relove Fashion outfit!
