Do you have any clothes you like but that just don’t have the right cut anymore? Have a cute print shirt you love but that doesn’t fit you anymore? Customizing and altering your old clothes is a fantastic way to upgrade your wardrobe without having to drop any dough on new pieces, as well as have a completely unique piece you can ensure you won’t see someone else wearing and have that awkward eye avoiding moment while crossing the street in the same exact outfit. Even if you don’t own a sewing machine, you can still easily transform items into brand new pieces.
If you’ve been looking for some fashinspiration, take a look through the list of clothing upgrades below! Whether you are skilled in sewing or not, there is a project for everyone that can be customized to suit your unique style and flair.
1. DIY Twist-Back Top
2. Painted Tee
If you want to customize a plain shirt, using fabric paint and a pre-made stencil (you can find all sorts at Michael’s or on Amazon) is a quick, affordable option.
You can just use a household sponge to apply. If you want to ensure the stencil doesn’t move, just use a spray adhesive (make sure not to get a permanent spray adhesive) and it will keep the stencil in place and won’t leave any pesky residue.
3. Pattern Material Refashion
Adding a fun, patterned back to an old boring t-shirt can completely transform it into a snazzy one-of-a-kind piece.
4. DIY Shredded Tee
You know how you’re not supposed to pull at loose threads on your clothing? Well, throw that rule out the window for this hip DIY!
5. DIY Halter Top
Turn a regular plain t-shirt into a light and breezy halter top with this simple and easy to follow tutorial.
6. Fringed Festival Tank Top
A few cuts and a bit of dye can create an entirely new top into a summery hippy tank.
7. Graphic Word Tee
Iron-on transfers are another great and easy option for anyone who wants to customize an old drab tee.
8. Cut Out Pearl T-Shirt
Just because you’re wearing a normal t-shirt doesn’t mean it has to be plain and boring. Glam up any piece with some plastic pearls and a pair of scissors for a chic and refreshing look.
9. Peplum Top Refashion
If you are on the handier side of a sewing ability, this one is for you. Turn any drab oversized t-shirt into a perfect feminine peplum top with this tutorial.
10. Dip Dye Ombré Tank
Ombré hair is all the rage, why not ombré your shirt? This is an incredibly easy way to update a plain shirt, tee or tank.
Grab your plain old t-shirts and your crafting supplies and start upgrading that wardrobe!
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