"The likelihood that one of your friends could hem your pants for you has never been higher. Sewing has become "cool" again, according to the New York Times, with classes filling up faster than they can be offered and TikToks about pinned hems snagging over 11 million views. Mending, hemming, and altering are especially popular among Gen Zers who hope to pick up a hobby that forces them off their phones-and saves them money by teaching them valuable skills."
"And sharing a well-edited "thrift flip"-a genre of sewing video where people transform old bedsheets or shapeless cardigans into trendy outfits-is also a surefire way to go viral on any platform. The upcycled fashion market is growing. Including everything from sustainable fashion brands to companies that recycle materials, the market was worth $8.54 billion last year and is expected to grow to roughly $20.65 billion by 2034, according to Precedence Research."
Sewing, mending, and altering have surged in popularity, with classes filling faster than they can be offered and TikToks about pinned hems snagging over 11 million views. Gen Zers favor these skills to get off their phones, save money, and learn practical crafts. The thrift flip genre transforms old bedsheets or shapeless cardigans into trendy outfits and frequently goes viral. The upcycled fashion market was worth $8.54 billion last year and is projected to reach roughly $20.65 billion by 2034. Other textile crafts like crocheting, knitting, and embroidery have also grown following a pandemic-era surge in hands-on activities.
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