Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast That's Not Rubbish! Upcycled and Circular Fashion.
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| Transforming Sails into Bags- Circumnavigating with Emma Casey of Landfall Leatherworks | 10 Jun 2024 | 00:43:49 | |
In the season 2 finale, Emma Casey of Landfall Leatherworks shares how circumnavigating the globe and upcycling sails into bags are bound by one theme — embracing the unexpected. This episode promises to leave you not only inspired to sew, but to plan a trip ASAP. As mentioned, this episode wraps up one year and two seasons of That’s Not Rubbish! We want to thank you for supporting our community of upcyclers and for celebrating creativity, community, and rubbish with us. We're taking a short break to focus on building House of Rubbish, our upcoming upcycler marketplace — exciting things to come! Stay in the loop! If you’re enjoying the platform and would like to be a part of our growth, House of Rubbish could really use your support. For a quick, one-time donation. Thank you! - SOURCES MENTIONED Landfall Leatherworks on IG Why Travelling Brings True Happiness Not Buying Things TNR! SOCIALS | |||
| A Date with Italian Dead stock and 60's Mod Upcycler, Vittoria Buraschi of Unimpressed Studios | 28 May 2024 | 00:43:42 | |
Get on your vespa and don your vintage headscarves! We have a date with Italian deadstock and Mod upcycler, Vittoria Buraschi of Unimpressed Studios. Made in Italy and captivated by the allure of luxury fashion, Vittoria’s résumé includes collaborations with some of the most iconic fashion houses under the sun, from Roberto Cavalli to Dior. Now, Vittoria is channeling her rich experience with her fascination for mod couture into her own brand, offering her own upcycled versions of the iconic Herringbone dress and the mini skirt. TNR! X Unimpressed Studios Giveaway OUR SOCIALS Support upcoming projects and keep the party circular. Fashion Revolution: The Bold and Innovative Trends of 1960s Mod Style | |||
| Save a Horse, Rework a Cowboy - Inside the suede, no-sew upcycle, Western world of Vintage Wasteland | 27 Nov 2023 | 00:42:28 | |
Welcome to Vintage Wasteland. Home of the suede, no-sew upcycles, ducks, and queer cowboys. The leading lady and our upcycler of the week, Alex Kelley, has honed in on illustrating and stamping tattoo-esque charactures of nature and folklore onto thrifted pieces. Let’s talk about our favorite materials to work with and wear, the western history of fashion trends, and shall we go as far as make some winter trend predictions?? Yeehaw! SOURCES MENTIONED Vintage Wasteland on IG Good News: Eco-Chic Oyster Yarn Exploring the Queen History of the Old West...Yeehaw Ep01: Upcycled Then, Now, and What Could've Been Ep10: An Ode to Summer 2k23, Cottage Core, and Bringing Bonnets Back OUR SOCIALS Enjoying TNR? Support Why the Medieval Aesthetic Never Dies: The History of Medieval Revival Fashion Winter Trend Predictions - Elle | |||
| Tiktok Superstar and Grandma’s Favorite: Meet Zach Thoeny of After Always Apparel | 13 Nov 2023 | 00:45:47 | |
Your best friend who’s never heard of upcycling. Your grandma who loves to sew. Your pet fish. Chances are, you’ve all had an After Always Apparel thrift flip pop up on your TikTok feed. Meet Zach Thoeny, the upcycler turning blankets and towels into viral statement pieces. From conquering the algorithm to an upcoming upcycled wedding, Zach shares what he can’t fit into a 30-second process video. So, listen up. SOURCES MENTIONED After Always Instagram After Always TikTok Good News: Black Men with Gardens OUR SOCIALS Youtube Support to keep the party... circular! ADDITIONAL RESOURCES | |||
| Wardrobe Therapy: The Trials, Triumphs, and Mystery Behind JRAT | 30 Oct 2023 | 00:54:23 | |
Welcome to the world of Janelle Abbott, also known as JRAT. A complete zero waste enigma and maximalist dream. While her artistic, intricate pieces dance, move, and radiate the energy and creativity behind the scenes, we don’t know much about JRAT herself. For all we know, she could be a unicorn with a sewing machine. Let’s uncover the inspiration, story, and process underneath JRAT’s works of art to confirm she's real, shall we? SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: England bans single use plastic OUR SOCIALS Enjoying the show? Support | |||
| Is Upcycling Witchcraft?? Talking Salem Witch Trials and the perks of having a little bit of everything with Boston-based designer, MICH | 16 Oct 2023 | 00:44:00 | |
If you're in the secondhand scene of Boston, you know MICH. A flea market regular with stickers scattered all over New England, MICH is a zero waste designer that offers a little bit of everything - from tapestry blanket crewnecks to sleeping bag puffer vests. Not to mention, with roots in Salem... And it being October... we simply must delve into the mysterious history of the Salem witch trials and what modern day witchcraft looks like (*cough cough* upcycling). From Harvard to Hogwarts, this one's for you. SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: Algae based ice cream 20+ Famous Witches In History You Should Know About OUR SOCIALS Support to keep the party going. | |||
| October Starter Pack: Patchwork Sweat Sets, Halloween, and NYFW with Julia George of Something Made Custom | 02 Oct 2023 | 00:45:52 | |
It’s October. Sweaters or sweats? Halloween gear? Thanks to Julia George, the founder of Something Made Custom, we can have it all. We’ve talked towel shorts, reworked denim, and this episode we’re drooling over another upcycle trend: Patchwork sweat sets. And who better to talk easy and ethical Halloween costumes with than a than a self-proclaimed horror movie geek and zero waste fashionista? Oh, did I mention Julia may or may not have spilled on her experience as a designer at NYFW… Ah!! SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: The Ban on Plastic Water Bottles at LAX Spray Painted Old Costume Revamp Fast fashion haunts the Halloween season OUR SOCIALS Enjoying the platform? Support to keep the party going. | |||
| Reworked Stationery, Spelling Bees, and Back 2 School Nostalgia with Upcycled Enchantments | 18 Sep 2023 | 00:44:14 | |
Cue the That’s Not Rubbish! back to school commercial! As students and teachers are officially Back 2 School, I’m taking the ultimate teacher’s pet, stationery princess, AND founder of Upcycler Enchantments, Jess Fernandez back to the classroom for a Spelling Bee. Meanwhile, exploring upcycled back to school supplies and reminiscing over Scholastic book fairs. Which book cover design was your go-to? Lisa Frank or 5 Star? *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: The Man Who Fought Deforestation By Opening a Box in The Sky *** OUR SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! *** I Know Which Weather Condition Matches Your Mood Based On The Back-To-School Supplies You Purchase | |||
| Romanticizing Upcycled Bridal, Waistcoats, and Dolly Parton with UK-based Weaver, Ashley Jess Knight **ANNOUNCEMENT | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:52:14 | |
About 6,200 weddings occur every day in the United States alone. And in the UK, over 275,000 a year. But, what exactly happens to the wedding dress after the big day? And what would a wedding between Dolly Parton and Cyndi Lauper look like? This episode, we invite the vibrant and 90's inspired UK-based upcycler and weaver, Ashley Jess Knight, to blow our minds by explaining how she saves bridal waste by shrinking these big, extravagant dresses into thread to weave waistcoats/vests, bows, and wall art. 💒👰🏼♀️ Announcement: The That's Not Rubbish! podcast will be scaling back to every OTHER Monday as we build up on some exciting projects that will make upcycled fashion accessible once and for all. Through rich or poor... Stay tuned? ("I do.") *** SOURCES MENTIONED Ashley Jess Knight's Instagram / Website / Workshops That's Not Rubbish! IG Post on Bridal Waste Good News: Turkish Garbage Collectors Open Library of all the Books Thrown Away Irregular Choice Bride/Groom Heels - (to be seen at Ashley's future wedding) 💒 THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! *** ADDITIONAL Guide to Bridal Waste + Recovery Zero Waste Sustainable Wedding Dress Shopping Intro Song: "Here Comes the Bride" piece written by Wagner for the Opera Lohengrin | |||
| Retail Therapy: Studio Secrets and Upscale Upcycling with RAYA Sacco in Detroit | 14 Aug 2023 | 00:50:43 | |
We're in Detroit for a studio tour by Raya Sacco, luxury upcycler and founder of RAYA (@hausofraya). This sunlit and plant-filled studio is the home of the Vendetta Top and T-Skirt. But, what makes a studio a studio? And an upscale brand an upscale brand? This episode, we’re going heart to heart with Raya to uncover the secrets behind curating the perfect space, upscale secondhand brand, and a closet packed with both longevity and intimacy. Look good, feel better, and listen to Raya’s zen voice talk about reworked leather and Feng Shui. There's nothing like it. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: Free Food: Geneva’s community pantries use the sharing economy to prevent food waste Babyface Ray - Donda Bag (Official Video) featuring RAYA and more Detroit rappers THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! Detroit’s Upcycling Kitchen ramps up free meal program Luxury branding: How to build a strong luxury brand the impact of luxury / are designer goods more sustainable than fast fashion? Are Luxury Fashion Brands More Sustainable? Not Sure What Houseplant To Get? This Quiz'll Help You Decide DETROIT CIRCULAR FASHION MENTIONS | |||
| Into the Mind and Closet of a Teenage Boy with Anthony V, founder of Wäne | 07 Aug 2023 | 00:43:00 | |
I couldn't take up the chance to pick the brains of 18 year old upcycler, Anthony - founder of Wäne Forever - on all things menswear today. Learn more about Anthony's brand, his stunning use of videography and creative direction to speak to his generation, and how exactly this generation *fashions*. *** SOURCES MENTIONED That's Not Rubbish! IG Post on Masc/Unisex Upcyclers Wäne on IG Good News: Ochis Coffee Eco Glasses THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! | |||
| Festivals, FYPs, and Thrift Flips with Brooke Karasack of Controlled Chaos | 13 May 2024 | 00:47:23 | |
Out with fashion week’s luxury looks and in with the glitter and pashminas, it’s festival season, baby! That’s right, we’re celebrating a shiny, naked fashion world with our favorite thrift-flipping rave queen, Brooke Karasack of Controlled Chaos. From festival stories to thrift secrets, we have lots to talk about. Let’s get into it. SOURCES Good News: Why lab grown diamonds are the best eco-friendly alternative !! Ageoram's Upcycled Button Bloomers Coachella Look OUR SOCIALS Support to help maintain the platform and support upcoming projects. We SO appreciate you! | |||
| SHEIN X Upcyclers?? and Reworked Festival Wear with Alexandria Carroll of Modern Alien | 31 Jul 2023 | 00:55:54 | |
Rumor has it Shein is gearing up with a potential new tactic to clean up their dirty business practices: a collaboration with upcycle designers. I know what you're thinking... because I thought it too: We're going to have Alexandria Carroll, the founder of festival-wear brand Modern Alien 🛸 and newest EvoluSHEIN♻️ designer spill the details. After we rave over reworked festival-wear, of course. So many questions! Grab a snack and a glow stick, this is a must-listen. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Shop Modern Alien: Curated Vintage and Reworked for Curves Good News: Mushroom Surfboards Danish Carter TikTok Breakdown on Shein Influencer Campaign THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS ADDITIONAL READS EvoluSHEIN X Anitta is latest effort towards sustainability The public's thoughts on EvoluSHEIN Why Shein is worse than other fast fashion giants | |||
| Girls Just Wanna Wear Streetwear (and Slow Fashion Dupes) with Reworked4Women founder Danasia Griner | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:29:21 | |
To look cute and cozy - that's all we really want! And would wearing sustainable materials be too hard to ask? Not for Danasia Griner, the femme magic behind Reworked4Women. This week, we're digging into fast fashion dupes such as R4W's signature maxi denim skirt (with a slit of course), the Barbie movie archived press looks, some quick denim hacks, and all things women streetwear' - because this week is for the GIRLS! *** SOURCES MENTIONED Reworked4Women's Instagram and Shop Brazil Amazon deforestation drops 34% under President Lula (💋) Barbie Press Couture: Margot Robbie in Vintage Versace Quick Upcycle: Denim Mini Skirt How To Another How-To for longer shorts *** THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! | |||
| Secondhand Size Inclusivity, Managing a Small Business, and Chickens with FiOT Founder, Ruby Webb | 17 Jul 2023 | 00:38:08 | |
She can sew, she can model, she's a CEO, a creative director, social media manager, and all while creating a bold and inclusive rework brand? Meet Ruby Webb, founder of Fruitful Interpretation of Time. We're going to talk about how a rework workshop in Portland and a lack of plus-size representation in the fashion industry has ignited the fire that has become FiOT. Also, checking in on my #90DaysNoNewClothesChallenge participants or anybody looking to spice up their current wardrobe situation!! Ruby is going to give us some tips on how we can breathe new life into our closet over and over again. *** SOURCES MENTIONED FiOT Instagram That's Not Rubbish! - Plus-size secondhand resources Good News: EC's Strategy for Circular and Sustainable Textiles THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! MORE LIKE BERRIEZ ADDITIONAL READS The Vogue Business Autumn/Winter 2023 Size Inclusivity Report How to Make Plus-Size Thrifting Work for You Breaking Down The Barriers Between Plus-Sized Bodies And Thrifting Culture | |||
| Why Vintage Sheets are the Best Material to Upcycle with Citygirlbeachbum | 10 Jul 2023 | 00:33:38 | |
Calling all wannabe upcyclers! Gain some quick insight on the art of starting your own brand, from sourcing preloved materials to sewing do's and don'ts. This week on That's Not Rubbish!, we're taking a trip down memory lane with Laura (aka citygirlbeachbum). We're reminiscing over 90's culture before uncovering why vintage sheets are truly the perfect preloved fabric to work with. After all... aren't they just giant pieces of pre-cut fabric? *** SOURCES MENTIONED Citygirlbeachbum's Depop and Instagram Why Vintage Sheets are Preloved Gold Paris Olympics to give waste a second life with recycled plastic chairs *** THAT'S NOT RUBBISH! SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! | |||
| Underground Fashion: Who is Wearing This Stuff?! with Jobi Angel | 03 Jul 2023 | 00:36:25 | |
Sneaker corsets? Tie skirts? Who is wearing this stuff?! Spoiler Alert: the answer is anyone. Turn the volume up, we're talking small town style evolutions, eccentric fashion culture, angel numbers, and the power behind dressing for you with the one and only, Jobi Angel (@CloudieJobi). *** SOURCES Underground Fashion: Who the **** is Wearing this Stuff?? Climate Victory: Switzerland to cut net greenhouse gas emissions to zero by 2050 *** OUR SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! | |||
| Upcycling Then, Now, and What Could've Been. | 24 Jun 2023 | 00:22:46 | |
Happy Upcycle Day! and Happy First Episode of That's Not Rubbish!❤️🪡 In our first episode, we'll take a deep dive into the world of upcycling - from its not-so mysterious origins to its role in pop culture today. From the runway to the wizard world, join us as we explore some iconic pop culture looks that (we think) should have been upcycled, and discover the ways in which circular fashion participants are changing the way we think about fashion and sustainability. Whether you're a big time circular fashion enthusiast or don't even know what it is, this podcast is a must-listen. 🎧 *** SOURCES MENTIONED Remake 90 Days #NoNewClothes Challenge *** OUR SOCIALS Join our Facebook Group! Support to keep the party... circular! | |||
| Costume Design, Craigslist, and everything in between with Mel Wong of Meadow Land | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:42:29 | |
We’re going behind the scenes and to the dinner table with Melanie Wong. Founder of Meadow Land, Craigslist connoisseur, and costume designer for a traveling Stars Wars burlesque show - Mel has quite the resume. When she’s not designing for others, Mel designs for the inner child. Taking preloved, intricately detailed tablecloths and transforming them into ethereal slips, camis, and more. Fashion students, theater kids, and Craigslist lovers - this one’s for you. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: Chilean artisans and designers create collections with waste from textile landfills OUR SOCIALS | |||
| Vases to Bongs: Breathing New Life with Karin Flory of Flory Flora (Literally) | 15 Apr 2024 | 00:44:28 | |
Meet Southern Florida's upcycled bong queen. Inspired by the lack of femininity in your standard smoke shop (let's be real, 90% of pipes are Rick and Morty themed), Karin Flory of Flora Flora Waterpipes decided to transform vintage vases into bongs. There's no greater moment than when a one-of-a-kind bong finds its dream stoner owner, says Karin. And we believe it. Earth Day and 4/20 are right around the corner, let's celebrate. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: BRICKS! made of textile waste! MARIJUANA LEGALITY BY STATE - Updated April 2, 2024 OUR SOCIALS Support to keep the party... circular! Fun 4/20 Quizzes - Who is Your Celebrity Stoner Persona? | |||
| How to Talk About Sustainability with Friends with Julia George of Something Made Customs and Marjurie Igarta @MarjurieMadeThis | 18 Mar 2024 | 00:46:37 | |
While we may love them, we all have a friend or so whose shopping habits make us cringeee. Thus, we're welcoming back Julia George of Something Made Customs to catch up on her fashion show experiences with newbie Marjurie Igarta AKA @MarjurieMadeThis. Let's talk fashion shows, patchwork, and how to invite friends to the world of circular fashion with compassion (and thrift trips). *** SOURCES MENTIONED *** OUR SOCIALS Support to keep the party... circular! *** ADDITIONAL How To Talk To Your Friends And Family About Sustainability How Can We Talk About Slow Fashion With Our Friends and Family? | |||
| The Double Life of a Blanket Thrift Flipper + Retail Therapy with Zach Hippe of Vultúre Reclaimed | 04 Mar 2024 | 00:39:55 | |
If you’re missing your 2008 Snuggie and looking for a calming fireside chat, this episode is for you. This week, we’re hanging out with Zach Hippe of Vultúre Reclaimed, an electrical engineer by day and blanket transformer by night. We’re going over the do’s and don’ts of blanket thrift flipping before discussing the balance between creativity and logic within ourselves, our daily lives, and the world around us. Snuggle up! Let’s rant! (In a super chill way because Zach’s voice is so soothing and his mindset so positive)SOURCES MENTIONEDVultúre ReclaimedGood News: Save a Not-so-much-egg-laying HenOUR SOCIALSInstagramPinterestTikTokYoutubeSupport to keep the party... circular!Upcycling a thrifted blanket into an outfit14 Ways To Upcycle a Crochet BlanketOld Baby Blanket Upcycling IdeasBrain health: how to balance the left and right brain | |||
| Wait. Is Greenwashing a Form of Lovebombing? Plus, Reworking Ties & Tampons with Reverend Sophie | 19 Feb 2024 | 00:43:25 | |
Meet Reverend Sophie. Aka Sophie Woods - co-director of Bleaq, mother to the tampon chaps, and self-proclaimed chazza shopper (what is a chazza you may ask??). Let’s talk about the value of shock value and the horrors of greenwashing over a little dating game, shall we? Besides...isn’t greenwashing kind of like love bombing anyways? We’ll leave it to the Reverend to preach. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: Repair Cafes - ‘I love the idea of it’: Locals fix their broken items for free at this repair cafe OUR SOCIALS Enjoying the show? Support to keep the platform + podcast going. ADDITIONAL | |||
| Tote Bags and Canada: Mans Best Friends with James Hogan of Victory Lap Sewing | 08 Feb 2024 | 00:42:47 | |
We’re kicking off this season's roster of zero waste designers by exploring the art of tote bags with the king of totes himself, James Hogan of Victory Lap Sewing. Spoiler alert: these aren’t your average totes. We're talking life vests, boy scout uniforms, and the upmost craftsmanship. You bring your tote bag with you everywhere? Then you’re toteally not going to want to miss this one. Happy to be back with another season of TNR? Feel free to support and keep the platform going. *** SOURCES MENTIONED Good News: How the music business is putting a green spin on vinyl records Tunbridge Wells Repair Cafe runs once a month (except in August and December) at Trinity Theatre, Church Road, Tunbridge Wells, UK. Check the Facebook and Instagram pages for dates. *** OUR SOCIALS Support to keep the party... circular! *** ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Don’t throw away your scrap fabric, make this easy tote bag Top 10 reasons why Canada is awesome | |||
| Rework Waste, Not War - Military Reworks and 50 Shades of Camo with Phil Märtens of Taktonik | 25 Dec 2023 | 00:43:57 | |
Happy Holidays from TNR! and Phil Märtens, the upcycler behind Taktonik. This Germany-based creator transforms military waste - from uniforms to parachutes - into high-quality themed bags and even higher quality stories. Each piece curates a movie, color, or era-inspired experience while tackling the problem of military waste. Speaking of... ever wondered what military waste is? Where it goes? Let's uncover Taktonik’s background, his unique sourcing process, and everything you need to know about camo. And that's a wrap on season 01 of That's Not Rubbish! Will be back in February with a whole new roster of brilliant zero waste designers to share with you all. Until then! Cheers. Gaza Medical Relief Fund: The Palestine Red Crescent Society SOURCES MENTIONED The Most Famous Fake Camo: Hollywood's "Russian Camouflage" OUR SOCIALS Support to keep the party... circular! | |||