Let Me Be Frankenstein | Creative Costumes

Eleisha and Ali dive into the world of Halloween costumes, sharing how you can avoid the waste that comes with store-bought costumes. From using items you already have to hosting costume swaps, they explore creative, low-waste ways to dress up without contributing to landfill waste.

Key Takeaways

• Plastic in Disguise: Did you know most clothing is made from synthetic fibers like polyester and spandex, which are derived from fossil fuels? They can take centuries to break down.


• Creative DIY Costumes: Ali and Eleisha share fun and easy costume ideas using things you probably already own—no sewing skills required!


• Costume Swaps: Learn how to set up your own community or neighborhood costume swap to keep costumes out of the trash and in circulation.


• Funny Throwbacks: The sisters reflect on their family’s creative costume making legacy, including some hilarious past costumes.

Links

• How Fast Fashion Is Destroying the Planet⁠


• ⁠Halloween Spending Soars⁠


• ⁠Halloween Clothing & Costumes Survey⁠


• Fab Scrap: An organization that helps sort and recycle textile waste.


• Learn more about Eleisha’s refillery and shop: mainlineshift.com


• Follow Ali’s upcycling tips on social media: @tiny_waste

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