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Waste Upcycling: Ocean Sole Turns Discarded Flip-Flops into Artwork

Turning used flip-flops into sculptures is an eye-catching way to reduce trash and contribute to the local economy by giving local craftspeople a livelihood.
by Dinda Rahmania January 19, 2024
ocean sole’s animal figures made out of upcycled discarded flip-flops

Image by UNESCO Africa on Flickr

Turning used flip-flops into sculptures is an eye-catching way to reduce trash and contribute to the local economy by giving local craftspeople a livelihood.

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