Description
This one-of-a-kind flannel shirt is a perfect example of Philadelphia artist Hilary Henwood’s signature approach, taking forgotten materials and giving them a second life through thoughtful, hands-on craftsmanship.
The base is a soft, striped flannel button-down (Goodfellow & Co., size XL), reimagined with a reclaimed fabric panel hand-sewn onto the back. The patch features a playful, vintage-style illustration reading “Florida Wrestling Club” complete with alligators, humor, and storybook charm.
Rather than printing or mass-producing, Hilary sources existing textiles and carefully integrates them into new compositions. The result is a wearable collage—equal parts clothing and art piece.
Each stitch is visible, intentional, and human, embracing imperfection as part of the design.
✨ Details
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Artist: Hilary Henwood (Philadelphia, PA)
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Size: XL (Standard Fit)
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Brand (Base Garment): Goodfellow & Co.
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Material: Cotton flannel
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Color: Red / Gray / Blue striped
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Design: Hand-sewn reclaimed patch on back
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Technique: Upcycled textile + visible stitch detailing
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Condition: Excellent, newly reworked
♻️ What Makes It Special
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♻️ Upcycled Materials – reclaimed fabric patch, sustainably reimagined
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🧵 Hand-Sewn – no two pieces will ever be the same
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🎨 Wearable Art – blends collage, illustration, and fashion
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📍 Philadelphia-Made – created by a local artist and educator
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🌎 Story-Driven Piece – playful, strange, and full of personality
💛 About the Artist
Hilary Henwood is a Philadelphia-based artist known for her vibrant, resourceful work using reclaimed materials. By day, she’s a special education teacher; by night, a maker transforming discarded items into expressive, one-of-a-kind pieces.
Her work lives at the intersection of craft and fine art—playful, tactile, and deeply human.
