Upcycled Clothing

With a higher cause in mind, lil jax creations are one-of-a-kind, and super comfortable.
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Upcycled, one-of-a-kind, handmade pieces

Items are made using gently used, salvaged clothing and remnant textiles as the fabric.

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  • Upcycled from cotton lightweight canvas curtain and a salvaged Sure Design cotton t-shirt. Intentional revealed stitching, hand embroidered stitching for extra detail and whimsy, an oversized hood and side ties to give the option of more fitting or free flowing. This poncho is lightweight, super cozy and total vibes for that walk along the beach, on your way to yoga class, or even out to dinner with your bestie! Easily rolls up so you can bring that extra layer of warm and fly with you anywhere!!! Made of
    $125.00
    $125.00
    Sold - inquire for a custom piece
  • Upcycled from remnant fleece scraps, and to fit many. Super cozy, lightweight, flowy, with oversized hoodie. It's a perfect layer of open and expansive, and togetherness: I AM  WE ARE. Handcrafted with love and intention. Upcycled capelet poncho Conscious and cozy vibes One-of-a-kind Cold wash Handmade in Santa Cruz, CA
    $85.00
    $85.00
    Sold - inquire for a custom piece
  • Upcycled from a barely used (if at all) french terry towel, an organic cotton graphic tee, and salvaged buttons. Super lightweight with hoodie. Front pockets for your special little finds. Perfect layer of warmth and cozy, poolside, beachside, ANY side!  Handcrafted with love and intention. Sacred Geometry vibes One-of-a-kind Handmade in Santa Cruz, CA
    $48.00
    $48.00
    Sold - inquire for a custom piece
  • Upcycled from remnant Juicy Couture French Terry scraps and an organic cotton tie-dyed hoodie. Fits many - youth and adult alike! Cozy, lightweight, flowy, with an oversized hoodie. We can never have too much of this: MORE LOVE. Handcrafted with love and intention. Upcycled poncho LOVE vibes One-of-a-kind Cold wash Handmade in Santa Cruz, CA
    $85.00
    $85.00
    Sold - inquire for a custom piece

Meet the maker

Meet Asha, the maker behind lil jax. lil jax was born out of a self-taught hobby turned into passion, aptly named after her son, Jaxon.

Each item encompasses a unique style and comfort, inspired by the ever changing salvaged fabrics she comes across, while fulfilling a higher cause. 

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Upcycled from a whole lotta salvaged denim scraps, carefully sewn onto a salvaged denim bag with one interior pocket. This bag has both hand straps, as well as a shoulder strap for versatility! Not only are you choosing eco conscious with using textiles saved from the landfill, this bag is super unique and fly! DENIM DENIM DENIM! Handcrafted with love and intention. One-of-a-kind Denim vibes Handmade in Santa Cruz, CA

Sustainable

Approximately 12 million tons of textile waste is generated each year in North America - 5% of all landfill production is textile waste. When you shop lil jax you help keep textile waste out of landfills.

Sweatshop Free

All of our items are handmade in Santa Cruz, California using sustainable practices. That includes being sweatshop free.

Story-telling

Each piece in our collection tells a story. From the multiple pieces that went into it, to where it ends up, lil jax is all about the journey of the clothing.

I have been purchasing clothes and accessories from lil jax for years... Everything we have gotten from lil jax is not only very unique and one-of-a-kind, the quality is also unbeatable.

Marina (mom of Nikita)

The quality and workmanship; as well as the deep love, intention, and thoughtfulness she pours into each piece of clothing is something very special... It's such a beautiful and ethical process from start to finish and Im so proud and blessed to be able to adorn my little family in these unique and mindful treasures.

Carmen (mom of twins)

Uncycled from remnant finds, her California coastal creations are uniquely timeless. Each piece is one-of-a-kind magic. My daughter adores her wears with a love and pride.

Brett (papa to Emerson)