Here's how it works -
Throughout the school hols, we trawl the web, so YOU DON'T HAVE TO! We find the best upcycle vids and sustainable style hacks, and share them here.
You pick the hacks you like. Try the stuff that appeals, and toss what doesn't. You're the designer here, darlings! Get creative, stretch your skills, and be your own label.
Every time you finish a new creation, share it with your mates, and make sure to tag us @theswish.official, #theswish, or send us your pics at hello@theswish.co.uk.
We show off your coolest (or just plain crazy!) upcycles in our Swish Summer Gallery. So keep checking back here for fresh upcycle vids - and the chance to become a style icon yourself!
CHALLENGE 1: How can YOU transform an old tee?
Check out the gorgeous inspo below. Ribbon and scissors make for summer magic!
CHALLENGE 2: Old jeans? New look!
Another easy no-sew: just whip out your tweezers - and some safety pins - to give your old jeans/ trousers a punk edge.
We love this upcycle vid as it shows how going wrong can lead you somewhere EVEN more brilliant.
That's the fun of sustainable fashion - you're the designer. Never let ANYONE question your designs!
CHALLENGE 3: DON'T FORGET YOUR FEET!
Here's a fun way to upcycle your favourite sneakers - or 'pretty up' your DM boots. All you need is some funky fabric scraps. No scraps to hand? Cut up an old top or skirt headed for the recycling bin. Bright colours and patterns best.
Replace laces with ribbons for a summer party vibe
CHALLENGE 4: COMING SOON!
CHALLENGE 3: DON'T FORGET YOUR FEET!
Here's a fun way to upcycle your favourite sneakers - or 'pretty up' your DM boots. All you need is some funky fabric scraps. No scraps to hand? Cut up an old top or skirt headed for the recycling bin. Bright colours and patterns best.
Replace laces with ribbons for a summer party vibe
CHALLENGE 4: COMING SOON!
"The Swish is properly interesting. A teen novel about creativity, confidence and upcycling clothes. About time!" Dawn French
" Great book – a lovely read for teens"
LORRAINE CANDY, SUNDAY TIMES bestseller and parenting expert
"‘Geek Girl’ meets the ‘The Great British Sewing Bee’! Ideal book to get your teenagers inspired about sustainable fashion."
" Laugh-out loud funny"
SOPHIA, 13
" The Swish is amazing. From page one, I loved it"
LOLA, 12
" Funny and truthful. It shows what girls are made of!"
FLORENCE, 14
" Amazing. Kat's story shows so much about self-confidence, and never to give up!"
CHLOE, 15
"The Swish is properly interesting. A teen novel about creativity, confidence and upcycling clothes. About time!" Dawn French
" Great book – a lovely read for teens"
LORRAINE CANDY, SUNDAY TIMES bestseller and parenting expert
" A super fun read - ‘Geek Girl’ meets the ‘The Great British Sewing Bee’! Ideal book to get your teenagers off their phones/screens & inspired about sustainable fashion."
" Laugh-out loud funny"
SOPHIA, 13
" The Swish is amazing. From page one, I loved it"
LOLA, 12
" Funny and truthful. It shows what girls are made of!"
FLORENCE, 14
" Amazing. Kat's story shows so much about self-confidence, and never to give up"
CHLOE, 15
"The Swish is properly interesting. A teen novel about creativity, confidence and upcycling clothes. About time!"
Dawn French
" Great book – a lovely read for teens"
LORRAINE CANDY, SUNDAY TIMES bestseller and parenting expert
"‘Geek Girl’ meets the ‘The Great British Sewing Bee’! Ideal book to get your teenagers off their phones/screens & inspired about sustainable fashion."
" Laugh-out loud funny"
SOPHIA, 13
" The Swish is amazing. From page one, I loved it"
LOLA, 12
" Funny and truthful. It shows what girls are made of!"
FLORENCE, 14
" Amazing. Kat's story shows so much about self-confidence, and never to give up"
CHLOE, 15
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