Creative Reuse with Mannequins: DIY, Art and Circular Design
Through our mannequin recycling work, we’ve seen firsthand how many perfectly usable forms are discarded once they’ve served their original retail purpose. Rather than letting them go to waste, we began exploring new ways to extend their life.
On this page you can discover DIY projects and hands-on classes that use mannequins as a canvas for creative reuse for wearable art, home decor and sculptural projects.
Design Wearable
Art
Step into the role of designer and use a mannequin head our canvas to create a flower crown using faux flowers.
You can take one of our classes or book a private party at our venue. Or have us bring our mobile flower crown bar to your workplace or community event.
See what others have made in our photo gallery.
DressForms as
Holiday Decor
Imagine designing a holiday look the same way a fashion designer would—by shaping a silhouette, telling a story, and styling from the top down.
That’s exactly what you get to do with a dress form holiday tree. And no sewing skills are required!
Explore our tutorials, design tips, and curated materials to bring your own vision to life.
DIY Projects with Mannequins
Get inspired by a gallery of mannequin DIY projects from various creators around the world.
From mannequins as lamps, planters, tables and cupcake stands. Also mannequins for Halloween decoration, decoupage and mosaic art.
Besides photos we have links to tutorials and crafting resources to get started.