Have you heard of Upcycling? It’s the art of taking existing materials and transforming them into new products, which reduces waste in an artistic way. It’s become a popular sustainable alternative to buying new and results in one-of-one designs.
Diane Fishel, our Featured Local Artist & Upcycle Designer, was a tailor locally for over 45 years. She later combined her skills & knowledge to create Ofishel Designs, her wearable art business.
You can find Diane’s pieces at various events throughout the year and/or at Fishtoes Vintage & Treasures year-round.
“I’m a free spirit stitched together by a lifetime of stories, now reimagining them one piece at a time. What once was worn becomes something wonderfully new in my hands, each design, a thread of memory, creativity, and soul. I don’t just Upcycle clothing. I give it a second life shaped by yours and finished with my own.” – Designer, Diane Fishel
“Diane is truly an artist and getting to model her pieces was so cool and such an honor. I’m obsessed with how unique each piece is and how intentional the details are, even down to the stitching. I had such a fun time trying on what feels like wearing art, with Diane and everyone at Fishtoes”. – Model, Chloe Villemure
Photography: Tom Kershaw
Photo Editing: Lara Parson
Hair | Makeup: Allison Naylor
Model: Chloe Villemure
Upcycled Clothing: Diane Fishel | Ofishel Designs