What happens when a mother of four sits surrounded by a pile of old jeans and says, “I’m gonna use what I’ve got”? You get a creative journey stitched with memory, style, and soul. In this one-hour lecture, fiber artist Sandra Lee Chandler takes you through her 15-year love story with denim—how upcycling her family’s worn-out jeans led to a powerful practice of quilting, storytelling, and fashion design.

Sandra shares how she sees denim not just as fabric, but as history: the fades, tears, and wear tell stories all their own. From bold art quilts that honor Black pioneers and personal legacy, to fierce wearable fashions that celebrate women of every shape and shade, you’ll see how deconstructed denim becomes something beautiful and bold.

Whether you're a maker, a lover of textiles, or someone drawn to meaningful creative reuse, this lecture will leave you feeling inspired, empowered, and ready to start your own journey — from worn to warm.