Pioneering circularity since 2009
February 2, 2020

Upcycling Textiles & Clothing Into New Items: A Case Study

​In collaboration with Delta Air Lines, Looptworks transformed over a decade's worth of retired uniforms into a unique collection of bags and travel accessories, exemplifying their commitment to large-scale upcycling and environmental stewardship. This initiative successfully diverted 350,000 pounds of textiles from landfills, showcasing the potential of creative reuse in reducing waste and promoting sustainability.
July 30, 2015

Upcycling Southwest Airlines LUV Leather Seats

Southwest Airlines' Inflight Luv bag Collection exemplifies a commitment to textile circularity. With a goal to reduce fuel consumption, the airline sought to replace their heavy leather seats with a lighter alternative. However, they also aimed to extend the lifecycle of the original materials. Leveraging the iconic blue and tan leather from the seats, we crafted a collection of travel bags, drawing inspiration directly from the seat design. This initiative embodies the principles of textile circularity by repurposing materials and minimizing waste in airline operations.
July 14, 2015

Where Do Excess Textiles Come From?

As per the Council for Textile Recycling, each year the average US citizen discards approximately 70 lbs. of clothing and related textiles. The U.S. EPA approximates that textile waste accounts for nearly 5% of total landfill usage. This discarded material, termed as post-consumer excess, is a significant concern. However, it pales in comparison to the quantity of new, pre-consumer materials disposed of annually, commonly known as "deadstock."
Headshot of Scott Hamlin, Founder and CEO of Looptworks.

Scott Hamlin

Founder & CEO

Scott is a visionary leader with more than 32 years of experience in strategic branding, innovative product creation, supply chain sustainability, and sales and marketing for global organizations. He founded Looptworks in 2009 as an industry solution for turning excess materials into upcycled consumer products. In 2022, Scott transitioned the company to a B2B business model focused on eliminating global textile waste through closed-loop solutions.

Headshot of Scott Hamlin, Founder and CEO of Looptworks.

Scott Hamlin

Founder & CEO

Scott is a visionary leader with more than 32 years of experience in strategic branding, innovative product creation, supply chain sustainability, and sales and marketing for global organizations. He founded Looptworks in 2009 as an industry solution for turning excess materials into upcycled consumer products. In 2022, Scott transitioned the company to a B2B business model focused on eliminating global textile waste through closed-loop solutions.