Looptworks Blog
Pup Parents, Rejoice! Introducing Cycle Dog x Looptworks Upcycled Collars + More
We teamed up with Portland, OR-based company Cycle Dog to create an adorably practical line of dog gear upcycled from excess materials and recycled bicycle tire tubes.
Introducing Lo & Sons x Looptworks
We’re thrilled to share the launch of Lo & Sons first upcycled collection in partnership with Looptworks. Each item was handmade at our workshop in Portland, OR and created from materials from returned or lightly damaged Lo & Sons Catalina bags.
Behind the Seams: The Denim Collection with Designers Alyssa & Matt
Our latest collection features upcycled denim twill from the New Denim Project in Guatemala. Today we're going Behind the Seams with designers Alyssa Augustine and Matthew Spann on the inspiration for this summery collection.
Sketches of Summer
Long before our upcycled collections hit the virtual shelves (and physical shelves if you live near our SE Portland, Oregon workshop), our designers and production team spend hours envisioning the core purpose of each product.
5 Ways to Make Your Clothes Last Longer in 2020
It takes over 700 gallons of water to make a single cotton shirt, and the average American throws away a staggering 80 pounds of textiles a year. This wasteful approach to our clothes is having a devastating impact on the planet, and will only get worse unless we can change our habits and create better, more sustainable industries. It’s time for change! Fast fashion is out; your garments are here to stay. Here are our top tips for extending the life of your clothes and – good news – they are really simple to work into your daily routi
Bon Iver x Looptworks
After numerous shows, Bon Iver was left with excess merch from previous tours. But they didn't want it to go to waste, so they turned to Looptworks.
The Green Games: Portland Trail Blazers + Looptworks Collaboration
What do you do with 4,000 obsolete game jerseys? If you're the Portland Trail Blazers and looking for a green solution, you call Looptworks, that's what.
Upcycling Skis: Making the Shot Ski
Every year, thousands of skis and snowboards are scrapped and retired, eventually ending up in the landfill. Often the only option is to shred them and downcycle the materials, unless you get creative.
Upcycling Textile Excess: A Case Study of a Cycle Oregon & Looptworks Partnership
We partnered with Cycle Oregon to provide eco-friendly event t-shirts, upcycled from rescued textile excess.
What's in your bag? The story behind the Northwest Collection
When we set out to design the Northwest Collection, we wanted to create a bag we'd carry, with a spot for everything.
Introducing: The Calvin
We collaborated with Claire Coffee to create her ideal backpack for the Power of the Purse, an annual fundraiser for Girls Inc of the PNW.