Un, Re
Un-knitting a sweater and re-knitting it into a fashionable pair of shoes. Reusing materials instead of buying new.
Closed House
City of Toronto, where no one can afford livable housing. In the meantime, the city is engulfed by gentrification.
Free Pet Pigeons
Claiming wild city animals as free animal companions. Instead of walking an expensive Shiba Inu, fly some pigeons on a leash.
DIY Staycation
Having an extravagant staycation at one’s balcony instead of traveling to tropical destinations.
Communal Bath
Sharing bath water to decrease water usage and utility bills.
Stoop Shop
Scavenging items that have been left out on the street, also known as stooping, instead of buying new.
It’s Not That Far, Let’s Just Walk (Ode to TTC)
Walking everywhere instead of taking unreliable and overpriced public transport.
Dumpster Dinner Date
Dumpster dive dinner date for a romantic night out. An abundance of edible food is thrown away daily, yet so many people are starving. Dumpster diving is a way to fight corporate greed and food insecurity, so why not bring some romance to it?
Frugal Thriving
Frugal Thriving is a series of illustrations depicting inventive methods to thrive on a low budget in today’s capitalist society. They exhibit an unorthodox yet fruitful lifestyle, while critiquing the flaws of capitalist society.
