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Pearls & Scissors: Refashionista: Sweater into Skirt (tutorial) I'm a huge fan of upcycling and I love refashioning old garments.

Pearls & Scissors: Refashionista: Sweater into Skirt (tutorial)

Sweaters are a fountain of ideas when it comes to refashioning - there are so many ways to repurpose and remake them. But this refashion is still my absolute favorite. The idea came to me about a year ago and I made several skirts for my shop back then. I shared this tutorial on Merrick's blog a couple of months ago, but I thought I'd share here as well, in case you missed it back then. DIY: 5-Minute Low-Back Bra. Want to wear low-back shirts/dresses without being tacky?

DIY: 5-Minute Low-Back Bra

Just get two items for this super fast DIY! {an elastic extension that wraps around your waist and attaches to the hook/eye of your bra} What You'll Need: Elastic Bra Hook & Eye. DIY T-Shirt Upcycle You Can Actually Wear in Public. Lengthening a Dress with Lace. I have been off of work the past two days and I got to enjoy a quick little road trip up to Indianapolis with my parents.

Lengthening a Dress with Lace

It was short, but still very fun and it was great to see them again. A Splendid Assemblage: Favorite T-shirt DIY Tutorials. T-shirt One of the simplest pieces of clothing that can so easily be transformed into a whole different style.

A Splendid Assemblage: Favorite T-shirt DIY Tutorials

We all have t-shirts and lots of them don't we? Creative Guest: Watermark Tee by Sweet Verbana. Hello U-Create readers!

Creative Guest: Watermark Tee by Sweet Verbana

I am so excited to be guest posting here today. Random Recast: T-Shirts Round-Up. In this (short) week's Random Recast, we found new ways to use old t-shirts.

Random Recast: T-Shirts Round-Up

Day #4: Shaggy Floor Mat Perfect for bathrooms, kids' rooms or anywhere that could use a pop of texture, this shag rug starts with t-shirts. Cardigan Refashion by Make It Perfect. Embellished Flowered Cardigan {tutorial} <div class="greet_block wpgb_cornered wpgb_shadowed"><div class="greet_text"><div class="greet_image"><img class="enable-pib-img-under" src=" alt="WP Greet Box icon" data-recalc-dims="1"/></div>Thanks for coming by!

Embellished Flowered Cardigan {tutorial}

How to Refashion a Sweater Into a Cardigan. Sew It All Magazine. Recycle Old T-shirts. With a little creative thought it is possible to recycle old t-shirts into a wide variety of other items.

Recycle Old T-shirts

T-shirts are such a versatile garment and one that is worn by all age groups and by people of all backgrounds around the world. They can range from t-shirts featuring iconic images worn by trendy fashionistas through to tiny pastel t-shirts worn by babies. With the vast number of t-shirts purchased every year, it is only to be expected that many end up being thrown out before they are worn out. Recycling Clothing Using Your Sewing Skills, HYG-5504-91. 1787 Neil Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43210-1295 Barbara H.

Recycling Clothing Using Your Sewing Skills, HYG-5504-91

Drake. Put Up Your Dukes: braided scarf tutorial. I have a tutorial that is forty thrillionty times easier and better than my previous (ahem, first ever...give me some grace!)

Put Up Your Dukes: braided scarf tutorial

Tutorial. It is accessible to infinitely more people (you dont have to have a baby, OR a dress to start out with). And it is really simple. there are only 4 lines of stitching total. Oh, did I mention it's mega cute and chic also? 5 weeks ago I saw this scarf on pinterest. it was pinned by a VERY popular pinner that I follow under her DIY board. ReStyle a comfy sweatshirt! I am so in love with this restyled sweatshirt. When Amanda sent it my way I think I gasped aload! It's so beautiful, simple and cozy. Who doesn't want to look pretty in something so comfy! Here's how you can make your own... Supplies needed: sweatshirt, crochet doilies, scissors, pins, thread, bias tape, crochet or embroidery thread, sewing machine, crochet/lace trim (optional). Step 1. Step 2. Step 3. Step 4. Step 5. Your sweater can be washed on gentle cycle and either hung to dry or dried with low heat. Thanks so much, Amanda, for sharing this beautiful idea!

Arrow Belt D.I.Y. I love accessories, especially when it's a special piece that no one else has! Today I'm going to teach you to make a super unique belt! This adorable arrow belt is the perfect accent for a simple dress or top. Make Your Own Lace Scarf! This next D.I.Y. is incredibly cute and easy too! Kinsey made this ruched scarf with a pretty polka dotted lace. You don't need to own a sewing machine for this project and it only takes about 30 minutes to complete! Great gift idea? I think so. 1. DIY: Update Your Cutoffs. There’s no denying it, cutoffs are a wardrobe staple this time of year. And with all the variations of color, fabric, textures, prints and more, there’s certainly no shortage to our selection. But if you’re like me and you’ve got a few pairs of old cutoffs from previous summers that could use a little makeover — or if you just want to give your cutoffs a little something special to make them stand out – today’s DIY is for you.

{she made it} jersey weave sweatshirt.