Hi, I’m Megan, and I’m a t-shirtaholic. I have plain ones, funny ones, ones with ruffles, and those that I can just lounge around in the house. My go-to attire is jeans and a t-shirt. With that being said, you can only imagine how delighted I was to feature today’s Etsy shop, TrashN2Tees.

The shop’s owner, Jenelle, creates one of a kind masterpieces using clothes or accessories her children have outgrown, as well as other items. She upcycles these pieces into new and exciting items, such as tshirts, bags and even jewelry! She also has a recycling program where you can drop off or mail in your stained, worn, or tattered clothing! Check it out here! All of the items in TrashN2Tees has been reclaimed! You never know when you will see one of your old threads turned into something new and exciting! If you are interested in sending in items for the TrashN2Cash program, just let Jenelle know at contact@trashn2tees.com.

Mustache Banana Shirt

This shirt makes me giggle. I think mustaches are hysterical, so what could be better than a mustache on a banana! Not only are you getting a fun, funky shirt for $20, but you are saving the environment. Double win.

Tie Dye Infinity Scarf

Infinity scarves are all the rage! And I’m totally smitten with tie dye, so I must own this immediately! How fun?!

I think these bracelets are the coolest things to sliced bread! I mean, how awesome, right?! This is upcylcing at its finest!

If you are as smitten with Jenelle’s items as I am, then you are in luck! She is offering you lucky readers a 20% discount using the code M4TBgd. Thanks Jenelle!

And, in typical Etsy Monday fashion, Jenelle was kind enough to answer some questions. Enjoy!

1. How did you come up with your shop’s name?

I spent countless hours brainstorming, researching, comparing, nit picking, and scribbling out possible names. I grilled family, friends, and even complete strangers looking for a grain of inspiration. I wanted a name that you saw & wondered, “Hmmm I wonder what that’s all about- sounds fun & interesting!” I wanted it to be catchy and easy to remember. I wanted to elude to what is going on, recycling/re-purposing clothes. I thought about it until I couldn’t think anymore. Then turned on the radio. AC/DC came out of the stereo full blast singing “TNT” and it hit me! TNT. I liked that, but what would it stand for? Trash N2 Tees. When I first opened shop, I was known as TNT: TrashN2Tees.

2. What has been the most awesome thing you’ve upcycled?

Oh man, this is a tough one. Of course I upcycle clothing- but I reuse or “upcycle” items on a daily basis. Probably sounds kind of mundane, but we hung an old tractor tire from a tree in my back yard & my boys think that is the awesome thing ever. I cherish the afternoons & memories we’re creating. I think the coolest thing would be the bunk beds my husband Nick and I designed and built using scrap metal.

3. What is your favorite item in your shop?

The monster truck design was the whole thing that started this journey, it will always have a special place in my heart. Most of the items in my shop have a personal connection or story behind them.

4. Where do you get your inspiration?

I find inspiration & drive for TrashN2Tees, through connections I make with people all over the world. I love that not only am I expressing myself creatively, but TNT offers me a platform to educate others about the importance of clothing recycling. (You can find out more on my blog). Design inspiration comes from things that are directly around me most often, my family & the ongoings of my life. For instance, the BMX bike- was a design dedicated to my husband who rides!