How To Give Clothes A Second Life | As Heard On: Block Club Chicago Podcast

Neighborhood news outlet, Block Club Chicago, stopped out to the Goodwill Store & Donation Center on Western Avenue in Chicago for a conversation with local artist Shelby (@shelbyshaperart). Host Jon Hansen dove into Shelby’s lifelong love of costume creation, passion for giving items a second life and courage to try something new.

Listen to the full episode for inspiration on how to make life more whimsical through upcycling thrift finds — all while celebrating the people and neighborhoods that make Chicago unique.

For more DIY thrift transformations by Shelby, including a 16^th-century inspired neck ruff, a witch hat and painted Halloween bag, visit the Goodwill Second Chance Studio, and follow us on social @goodwillgreatermc.