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Choose whether to mend, alter or recycle clothing

Sorts garments by damage, effort and sentimental importance.

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Prompt

Review [GARMENT LIST] with [DAMAGE NOTES] and [AVAILABLE TOOLS]. For each item propose a low-risk repair, professional alteration, repurposing or textile recycling route, with estimated difficulty but no invented price. Prioritise sentimental pieces and garments needed soon. Give a materials checklist and a practice step on scrap fabric before irreversible cuts. Do not assume a particular fabric can tolerate heat or chemicals; request care labels. Check that the suggested stitch or patch suits the location of stress and that repair will not weaken protective clothing.