TRANSFORM/ 01
Make something new
Old jeans into a jacket? Curtains into trousers? Existing clothes and fabrics can become entirely new garments, whatever their original purpose.
REMAKE!
Custom clothing
remakes.
Turn the clothes and fabrics you already own into something completely new. One-of-a-kind pieces, designed and handmade in Germany.
Got some old clothes? Send a few photos and let's explore what they could become. No design idea, payment or shipping needed to get started.
EASY TO START
Just send a few phone photos. No finished design idea, payment or shipping required to enquire.
Your old clothes, reimagined
Clothing reconstruction and upcycling
Start with a piece you already own. The material, its condition and what you like wearing help shape each commission.
REWORK/ 02
Rework what you own
Love the fabric but not the garment? Change the silhouette, proportions, pockets or details to give something you already own a completely new direction.
RECONSTRUCT/ 03
Combine & reconstruct
Bring together different garments, materials and textures to create something entirely your own. Several old pieces can become one new design.
REIMAGINE/ 04
Keep the story going
Give sentimental clothing, worn-out favourites or leftover fabrics a new purpose. Turn meaningful materials into something you'll actually use and wear.
These are just a few possibilities. Every remake starts with your materials, your ideas, and a little creative experimentation.
The remake route
How clothing remakes work
Start with the clothes. I’ll help figure out what they could become.
Stage 01 / Free enquiryNo commitment needed
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Send Photos
Show me what you've got. A few quick phone photos are all you need.
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Tell Me About It
Share what you like, what the materials mean to you, or simply leave the creative direction to me.
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Explore the Possibilities
I'll suggest what your materials could become, along with an initial price and timeline.
Stage 02 / Your commission
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Approve & Send
Happy with the plan? Approve the design and quote, pay the 50% deposit, and send your materials to the studio.
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Made Just for You
I'll reconstruct your piece by hand, share progress, and arrange delivery once it's finished.
Rough Price Guide
Clothing remake prices
Every remake is unique. Prices depend on the materials, complexity and time involved. These are starting points — you'll receive a personalised quote before committing.
01Price estimate
Repairs & Changes
€45 – €125
Visible mending, reinforcement, custom pockets, patchwork details and smaller garment modifications.
02Price estimate
One-off accessories
€80 – €250
Custom bags, caps, pouches and accessories reconstructed from your existing clothing or reclaimed fabrics.
03Price estimate
Garment remakes
€300 – €700
Reimagine an existing garment through new silhouettes, reconstructed panels, pattern work and custom details.
04Price estimate
Larger reconstructions
€500 – €1,000+
Complex one-of-one garments involving multiple source pieces, extensive pattern development, lining or intricate construction.
International enquiries
Your clothes can travel.
Based in Germany. Open to the world.
Swirski Studio welcomes custom clothing remakes from the UK, Europe, Australia and beyond.
Got something you'd love to transform? Send a few photos to get started. No payment or shipping required yet.
We'll discuss the design, price, timeline and shipping arrangements before you commit. Customers normally cover shipping both ways and any applicable customs charges.
Behind your remake
Hi, I'm Rutger.
I design and make every Swirski Studio piece myself, from the first sketches to the final stitches. I love finding new possibilities in old clothing and forgotten fabrics. Whether you've got a clear idea or want to leave the creative direction to me, we'll work with what you have to create something completely your own.
More about the studio and my processThe finer details
Before we make it official.
Clear expectations, from your first deposit to the finished garment.
50% deposit. 50% on completion.
Your deposit secures the agreed commission and counts towards its price. The balance is normally due when your remake is finished, before dispatch.
Shipping & customs
Customers normally cover shipping to and from Germany and any applicable import charges, as explained with the quote.
Cancellations & approvals
No charge to withdraw an enquiry before accepting a quote. Confirmed commissions are assessed individually, including applicable cancellation rights.
Repairs & fit support
12 months of complimentary minor repair labour and one round of minor fit adjustments within 30 days, where practical. Customers pay shipping both ways for optional aftercare. Statutory defect remedies remain unaffected.
Every detail agreed upfront. We'll confirm the design, measurements, costs, shipping arrangements and permission to reconstruct your garments in writing before cutting begins. Your statutory consumer rights remain unaffected.
Commission FAQs ↗Before your remake
QUESTIONS ABOUT YOUR REMAKE
From your first photos to the finishing touches — here's what you need to know.
01What is a custom clothing remake?
A remake transforms existing clothes or fabric into a new, one-of-a-kind piece. I use reconstruction, patchwork and visible stitching to create garments and accessories by hand in Germany.
02What can I send, and what happens to my original clothes?
Denim, workwear, jackets, shirts, curtains and sentimental textiles are all good starting points. Reconstruction may involve permanently cutting or altering the original garments, so we'll agree on the important changes before work begins. Send photos first — don't ship anything yet.
03How much does a remake cost, and when do I pay?
Small repairs and alterations start around €45, while full garment remakes typically range from €300–€700. More complex reconstructions can cost €500–€1,000 or more. Once we've agreed on the design and quote, a 50% deposit secures your commission. The remaining 50% is normally due on completion, before dispatch. Shipping is quoted separately.
04Do I need a design idea, and how long will it take?
Not at all. Send photos and tell me a little about the clothes and what you like wearing. I'll suggest an initial direction, price and estimated timeline before you decide whether to go ahead.
05Can I request a remake from outside Germany?
Yes — enquiries are welcome from the UK, Europe, Australia and beyond. Customers normally cover shipping to and from Germany, plus applicable customs charges. We'll discuss likely costs and arrangements before you confirm a commission.
06Can I change my mind or cancel a commission?
You can withdraw an enquiry without charge before accepting a quote. After confirmation, please contact me as soon as possible. Any cancellation charges or refunds depend on the work completed, our agreed terms and your applicable legal rights; the deposit isn't automatically forfeited.
07What if my remake needs repairs or fit adjustments?
Swirski Studio offers 12 months of complimentary minor repair labour on eligible pieces, where practical. Custom remakes also include one round of minor fit adjustments requested within 30 days of delivery, where construction allows. For these optional services, customers cover shipping to and from the studio, including applicable customs costs. If a garment is faulty or doesn't meet the agreed specifications, your statutory consumer rights apply, including any legally required shipping costs.
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