Welcome to With Joy, the cozy corner where thrifted fabrics become runway‑worthy pieces ✂️✨

I’m Joy—Kenyan sewist, up‑cycler, and caffeine‑powered designer. Here you’ll find:

Thrift‑to‑Trend Transformations – turning men’s shirts into statement tops, jeans into patch‑work coats, bedsheets into brunch dresses.

Step‑by‑Step Sewing Tutorials – beginner‑friendly, no‑pattern hacks, honest mishaps, and the exact stitches that make your garments look pro.

Chill Vlog Energy – late‑night seam‑ripping, and real talk about creativity on a budget.

Sustainable Capsule Projects – full seasonal collections built from second‑hand finds (because fashion shouldn’t cost the earth).

Drop a comment, vote on the next flip, or stitch along in real time—this community is all about learning, laughing, and slaying handmade fits together.

🧵 New long‑form tutorials every Sunday
📲 Shorts & Reels throughout the week

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I have been sewing something intense👀... a FULL suit. Blazer + trousers from scratch. Set your alarms for 8pm tonight-this is my boldest project yet.💼🧵

5 months ago | [YT] | 13

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The first dress in my Spring/Summer collection is live! 💚
Made with thrifted green polka dot cotton and a whole lotta love 🧵
Come watch the full video and tell me what you think!
➡️ https://youtu.be/Lgb6THMfFO4
#sewingcommunity #thriftflip

6 months ago | [YT] | 12

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Dress 2 is here 💐✨
I made this dreamy floral chiffon dress with a draped bust, corseted bodice, and tiered skirt — all from thrifted fabric!
New video is live now 🧵💖 Watch it here 👇👇👇 https://youtu.be/r1DNCd3QxQY

6 months ago | [YT] | 11

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I turned a floral mattress cover into this one shoulder dress.🧵✨️
This one's super beginner friendly and made completely from scratch.
Watch it here https://youtu.be/xOvMFKyjAgk

7 months ago | [YT] | 3

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I love this dress that i made from a mattress cover. Have you seen the video??? Check it out here: https://youtu.be/6FsqGfFmXH0

7 months ago | [YT] | 1

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This is a dream come true for me🥹🥹 i am finally designing and making my first spring summer collection let me know which dress is your favourite watch the video here: https://youtu.be/j4NohQNB7Tk?si=2yMjm...

8 months ago | [YT] | 3

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I love this trench coat....i got jeans from the thrift store a little vision, a free pattern and a couple days this was the outcome. Watch the tutorial here https://youtu.be/Uy-qMnmdMtM

8 months ago | [YT] | 5

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New video dropping at 8pm are you ready?? I transformed oversized men's shirts into cute pinterest tops. https://youtu.be/z6m8CUxZjNc

8 months ago | [YT] | 8

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I made an entire denim set from scratch👖✨️ using free sewing patterns, minimal equipment and pure vubes. Video drops at 8pm - whos tuning in?💙

8 months ago | [YT] | 10

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Turning curtains into gown??👀 This one is crazy! #diyglam #sewing transformation

9 months ago | [YT] | 5