Reconstructing Clothes - Recycle clothing into a creative wardrobe that's uniquely you

ReSew: Turn Thrift-Store Finds into Fabulous Designs

by: Jenny Wilding Cardon

Amazon Price: $15.64 (as of 06/03/2012)

Jenny has taken refashioning to a whole new level! She has 20 projects including shirts, skirts, dresses, bags, scarf and hat set, a quilt, rug and even a child's toy! There is something for everyone in this book, and it will definitely get you thinking creatively about your wardrobe. I really love how useful this book is - I need to look through my own closet for items to ReSew!

Rip It!: How to Deconstruct and Reconstruct the Clothes of Your Dreams

by: Elissa Meyrich

Amazon Price: $3.00 (as of 06/03/2012)

If you aren't extremely familiar with pattern work or want to reconstruct some old clothing to practice sewing, this book is a good starting place. It has creative ideas including some that are relatively simple.

Reconstructing Clothes For Dummies

by: Miranda Caroligne Burns

Amazon Price: $11.10 (as of 06/03/2012)

This is a wonderful book because it embodies the author's philosophy of life - it's more than just a DIY book, it's a guide to a way of life that is more creative, fulfilling and easier on the planet. Very inspiring! And the projects are great too!

Subversive Seamster: Transform Thrift Store Threads Into Street Couture

by: Melissa Alvarado, Hope Meng, Melissa Rannels

Amazon Price: $4.00 (as of 06/03/2012)

The Sweater Chop Shop: Sewing One-of-a-Kind Creations from Recycled Sweaters

by: Crispina ffrench

Amazon Price: $4.18 (as of 06/03/2012)

Generation T: Beyond Fashion: 120 New Ways to Transform a T-shirt

by: Megan Nicolay

Amazon Price: $6.94 (as of 06/03/2012)