Spring is right around the corner. Trends are changing, and it is nearly time for spring cleaning. While you’re going through your old clothes, why not give them some fashionable upgrades? Below are 15 cheap ways to upcycle your clothes and give them new life.
1. Turn your old T-shirt into a cropped tank
We all have an overflowing T-shirt drawer. Try turning those old tees into a cute knotted tank that will soon be essential to your wardrobe.
2. Turn your old T-shirt into a dressy one-shoulder top
Maybe you have enough casual tanks and are in dire need of something for Saturday nights. So, dress that old tee up a bit. This one-shoulder shirt will be your new go-to for girls’ night out.
3. Turn your flannel button down into a cutout top
Flannels are so fall. Update your closet by transforming your fave flannel into this cute cold-shoulder top that’s perfect for spring.
4. Add a few simple tears to your denim shorts
Tired of wearing the same pair of denim shorts every summer? By adding a few holes and rips, your denim shorts will get a new boho look, and you don’t even have to buy that expensive distressed pair you’ve had your eye on.
5. Make a tie-dye beach cover-up from a plain T-shirt
First comes spring, then comes beach season. And we are all on the hunt for a fabulous beach cover-up. A little tie-dye and an oversized tee can make this one a reality.
6. Use your old jeans to craft dip-dyed denim shorts
Time and time again we buy new jeans. Because we need them of course! But then we’re left with pairs we never wear. Turn them into dip-dyed cutoff shorts with a couple of snips of your scissors.
7. Turn a sweater into a pillow
Sweaters shrink. It happens to the best of them. But why cry over a shrunken sweater when it can be repurposed into a decorative pillow?
8. Repurpose flannel pajama pants into an infinity scarf
Flannel pajamas are so comfy. But when you own more pairs than you can count, it’s time to give those PJs a new look.
9. Make a rug from old T-shirts
Who needs old, ratty tees with stains and holes? Not us! Put those T-shirts to good use by making this adorable rug.
10. Turn that boxy tank into a peplum top
Forget boxy tanks—peplum tops class up any outfit.
11. Transform your LBD into a sexy cage dress
We all have that LBD that could use a little spicing up. This DIY should do the trick.
12. Make oversized T-shirts into a dress
Who doesn’t need a new dress?
13. Add lace inserts to your most boring shirts
Super easy, affordable and adorable—this DIY has everything we like.
14. Upgrade tees with this fashionable crochet trim
This is the update your old tee has been waiting for. Plus, if said T-shirt just so happens to be too small, it will fit perfectly after doing this.
15. Add a simple bow to any sweater
Old sweaters tend to get boring, which just makes us want to get rid of them. Instead, add a pretty bow and your sweaters will be as good as new.