Trash to couture

Update a scarf into a lux halter top with this quick under 5 minute tutorial. You can do the "no sew" knotted option (white dress ...

Are you tired of throwing away your old denim jeans? Don't worry! We have got you covered with some fantastic upcycled denim DIYs that you can try today.

Supplies: one yard of fabric with stretch and drape. closure Great for a last minute gift, this shrug can be worn several different ways and takes a few minutes to make. Get some fabric and make it for the whole family. Read more for the DIY tutorial: Cut a rectangle of fabric measuring 36 inches wide and 30 inches long. I hand dyed mine, before it was white jersey. I serged the edges as well. If you use a jersey you can easily leave the edges unfinished. Just tug to get a roll. Cut the…

Inspiration for this project I don't wear skirts usually, especially longer ones that go beyond the knee. I had this gathered cotton skirt that I thought would make a better dress. Below, I came up with a way to refashion a skirt into a trapeze style dress. You can even do this with a strapless dress to add extra coverage. Begin by cutting the waistband from the skirt. You will then cut the side seams down a bit for the armhole. I'd start with a couple inches and then increase once fitted…

Creative upcycled clothing ideas to elevate your custom wardrobe - GIrl in the Garage

Upcycling clothes is a great way to dcorate on a budget. Check out these easy and cheap home decor ideas you can make by reusing and repurposing old clothes. Learn what to do with stained or torn clothes with these DIY home decor crafts.

You all know I love a good t-shirt refashion mixed with some macramé. I love this simple update that requires basic sewing and macramé skills. It's cute for a summer top to a beach cover up and even a low impact workout look. You can use this knotted pattern for the Macramé Racer Back here just keep the bottom back drape as well. Get the details below on how to make this macramé top: Supplies: t-shirt Brother Sewing Machine scissors general sewing notions DIY Instructions: Cut a t-shirt into…

Before tossing out those pants with the hole in the knee or the shirt with a stain, give them new life! Here's how to upcycle old clothing!

You all know I love a good t-shirt refashion mixed with some macramé. I love this simple update that requires basic sewing and macramé skills. It's cute for a summer top to a beach cover up and even a low impact workout look. You can use this knotted pattern for the Macramé Racer Back here just keep the bottom back drape as well. Get the details below on how to make this macramé top: Supplies: t-shirt Brother Sewing Machine scissors general sewing notions DIY Instructions: Cut a t-shirt into…