If this isn’t for you, PLEASE shop small! There are amazing makers and small retail shops that are committed to high quality handmade items! I plan to share some of those with along the way🫶

#shopesecondhand #shopthrift #shopconsignment #sustainablefashion #recycle #reuse #keepitoutofthelandfill

Some inspirations of mine: @katrinarodabaugh has been at this for eleven years! If you aren’t already following her (and taking her classes, and buying her books) get to it!! Also check out @clotheshorsepodcast for all sorts of good ideas.

I will mend more. I will knit more. I will become a much better seamstress (I have purchased myself the absolute treat of beautiful new sewing scissors).

I am not looking for any pats on the back - I wish I had committed to it sooner! TBH I have been living close to this for quite a long time.

As of January 1, 2025, I am committed to purchasing ZERO items of retail clothing, shoes, accessories, undergarments (I DID stock up on underwear and bras on Dec.31st😬) for one calendar year. I will only purchase thrift/second hand/consignment - and as little of that as I can stand😬