Bonnie's family can't change what clothes are in her wardrobe, but she can make them her own.
Bonnie's family can't change what clothes are in her wardrobe, but she can make them her own.
Bonnie's family can't change what clothes are in her wardrobe, but she can make them her own. Bonnie wants the perfect first-day-of-school outfit, but everything in her wardrobe is too big or too small or worn out. So with the help of her family and a lot of creativity, Bonnie learns to use maker techniques like embroidery, knitting, and natural dyes to turn her old clothes into something new, original, and perfect for her catwalk to the bus stop.
“"With Earth awash in throwaway fashion, here's a welcome focus on one family's creative upcycling."--Kirkus Reviews”
"With Earth awash in throwaway fashion, here's a welcome focus on one family's creative upcycling."--Kirkus Reviews
2023 Best Books for Kids & Teens starred selection, The Canadian Children's Book Centre
Madison Moore is an artist, maker, and writer. She's a recent graduate of the University of Chicago and an editor. In her free time, you can find her swimming in the lake or playing ultimate frisbee. She is the author of two books. Visit her online at thegirlandthelamb.com. Danielle Bennett is an illustrator and artist based in Kitchener, Ontario. She studied fine arts at the University of Waterloo, with a focus on painting.
Bonnie's family can't change what clothes are in her wardrobe, but she can make them her own. Bonnie wants the perfect first-day-of-school outfit, but everything in her wardrobe is too big or too small or worn out. So with the help of her family and a lot of creativity, Bonnie learns to use maker techniques like embroidery, knitting, and natural dyes to turn her old clothes into something new, original, and perfect for her catwalk to the bus stop.
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