Sometimes I think I’m whistling in the wind with this Sew it Again project, demonstrating reuse of wasted natural fibre clothing to create refashion that is more current and wearable.

Regular responses are blank or disdainful looks and comments about no time, no interest, no motivation, no skills and no reason to bother. New clothing is so plentiful and cheap, and it is easy, convenient and more sophisticated to go with the flow.

Then new motivation arrives by looking beyond the now, reflecting on the bigger picture, knowing I am swimming against the tide – and enjoying chance meetings and opportunities.  Continue reading →