Clothing restored: Mumbai's recycle fashion workshop

Before you throw out that old dress or moth-bitten shirt, read this. National Institute of Design grads Nitya and Juhi, along with Aarti, Prachi and Karishma at the cute Taxxi and Vitamin K boutique in Khar, have launched an initiative to give worn-out garments a second chance at life.

Nitya and Juhi bring with them a knowledge of textile art and craft and two very big scissors.

The Recycle Fashion Workshop (January 23 to 29) transforms your threads (your old shirts, dresses, denims and scarves) into custom-made new clothes and bags. Even old duppattas and saris are welcome. 

1. The Jhola | Design charges: Rs 1,800

A jhola is the original mascot bag of the desi student and intellectual. This version is made using a brocade women's kurta.

2. The Shift Dress |Design charges: Rs 2,700

Bring dupattas, saris and bed sheets for this one. Or how about making your own standard uniform like Sheena at The Uniform Project.

3. The Tunic | Design charges: Rs 2,700

The original is made from a printed chiffon sari but you can bring any flowing fabric with a good fall that would be easy to drape.

To confirm your participation, please call the Taxxi & Vitamin K store on +91 (0) 22 6522 9200 between 11am-8.30pm, and book your appointment with Juhi and Nitya. A Rs 500 non-refundable participation fee will be included in the price of your final product.

At Taxxi & Vitamin K, Main Linking Road, Next to Mango, Opp. Citibank, Behind Nail Spa, Khar West; tel. +91 (0) 6522 9200, 6525 9382