Title: (Optional) Repurpose textile products and apparel.
Course: Family and Consumer Sciences Exploratory III (19251-6) > Section: Applying Textile, Fashion, and Apparel Concepts

Repurposing may include

- altering
- repairing
- reconditioning
- consigning/reselling
- donating
- recycling.

Process/Skill Questions:

Thinking

- Why would you repurpose textile products and apparel?
- What industries, other than apparel, repurpose textile products?

Communication

- How can you inform your peers about the benefits of repurposing?
- How can you locate alteration professionals in your community?
- How can you locate consignment shops in your area?

Leadership

- How can you use repurposed textiles and apparel?
- How does shopping in alternative clothing stores demonstrate leadership?

Management

- How does the use of repurposed textiles and apparel benefit the environment?
- What are the financial benefits of repurposing textiles and apparel?
- What are the benefits of altering a clothing item to enhance fit?