A little imagination, scissors, a needle and old things!

It's very easy to look stylish and modern when you have a gold credit card that someone constantly tops up, and you only wear clothes in branded and fashionable stores. But if you have an average salary and a closet filled with clothes that have long gone out of fashion (but are still in excellent condition), then becoming a “cover girl” is very difficult. Is not it?

In fact, there's a secret that can even turn dad's T-shirt into a stylish top from Alexander Wang's latest collection. And for this you just need a little imagination, scissors, a needle and old things.

I offer ideas on how to turn unfashionable, old, boring things into stylish new items, like the girls from fashion blogs.

In this regard, altering clothes does not seem so ridiculous, because every fashionista has faced the problem - “Where to put things that have gone out of fashion?” And how many of these things do we and our mothers keep in closets, chests and boxes? I think that almost everyone will answer - quite a lot.

I offer you some optimal ideas for updating your old wardrobe. In addition to the fact that it is useful and profitable, you can be sure that you will become the owner of a designer, exclusive item, because... the likelihood of meeting a person wearing the same top or T-shirt is extremely low.

New old sweater

So, there are many ideas that can transform old clothes into fashionable and modern ones. For example, what can you do with an old sweater or blouse that has been collecting dust in your closet for a long time? You can transform them using various overhead fittings or patches, which are very easy to make with your own hands. A couple of easy movements, a little time spent, and now you are the happy owner of a new, fashionable, and also exclusive sweater.

Clothes alteration - leather jackets

Everyone has an old leather jacket in their closet, which over time has become worn out and lost its original luster. Based on this jacket, you can make a parka jacket that is extremely popular now. Jackets are a different story in general; they are very easy to bring back to life. So, one of the easiest ways is painting. To do this, briefly dip the bottom of the jacket in bleach. Voila, the new jacket is ready.

It fits perfectly with the boho style and will look fashionable with any summer dress. Also, don't be afraid to cut up old items. Take scissors and boldly cut off the sleeves of your jacket, and you have a new vest. Make the sleeves asymmetrical, decorate the jacket with elegant stripes, and now you are the owner of the most fashionable jacket in the city.

A new look at jackets, dresses and tops

It is also very easy to update old things and make them fashionable with the help of stripes, rhinestones, and beads. You can purchase patches in specialized stores, cut them yourself from old things, or create your own emblems. With the help of accessories you can create the style that you prefer - rock, glam or punk.

New life for old shoes

Over time, shoes also become unclaimed and live out their lives in boxes or, worse, in the trash. For example, it is quite easy to make stylish shoes from old shoes and ballet flats. They can be inlaid with various stones and sparkles, which always looks fashionable and even more original, painted or using the decoupage technique.

Scarves and gloves

I loved the idea of ​​adding elegance, grace and charm to a plain gray scarf. For this alteration, cut off a quality part of the scarf and sew on lace or guipure. Choose a contrasting trim color or to match the product. From a nondescript scarf you will get an exclusive, elegant item. You can also knit part of the scarf with your own hands.

Great idea for old gloves (babukatorium, flickr). Please your daughter by making unusual, bright and elegant gloves with your favorite fairy-tale hero.

Some ideas on how to lengthen your sleeves

To lengthen the sleeves, use ready-made and hand-knitted lace, braid, ribbons, cuffs from old shirts.

In general, the most important thing is, don’t be afraid to experiment and fantasize with your things. After all, altering clothes is a very exciting process. But, plunging into creativity, remember the words of the great Coco Chanel - “Fashion is like architecture: the main thing is proportions.”

Miscellaneous

Cognitive

Here are some practical tips for recycling old sweaters, and they're not just sewing projects. In almost all of these ideas, you can easily replace sewing with hot gluing. You can also use felting - which is when something wool shrinks when you use hot water in the washing machine, something you'd probably normally try to avoid - but this is what will make the knit fabric thicker and reduce the chances of the knit unraveling.

Bonus tip: Don't use sweaters that someone else hand knitted for you, or they'll never talk to you again.

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When cutting the sweater, be careful not to let it unravel. Most thin store-bought machine-knit sweaters will likely be fine, but for larger, bulkier sweaters you'll want to use the hem and cuffs whenever possible. If there is no way to avoid the raw edge, you can fold it over and secure it with hot glue. If you are more craft oriented, you can stitch with a stiff stitch, leaving about a half inch from the edge of the cut.

1. Sweater bracelets.

Keep your wrists warm.

2. Or try this option that requires a little sewing skill.

3. Sweater mittens.

You can use a glue gun if you don't know how to sew (and if you've always wanted to learn, this is an amazing and easy project to get started with. And if you get stuck, there's still plenty of material left over for future attempts)

4. And this option is for those who prefer fingerless mittens.

There is a very simple method: simply cut thumb holes in the cuffs of two sleeves and shorten the sleeves to the desired length.

5. Sweater pillows.

Carefully! It will be very difficult to get up from the sofa if such cozy pillows are scattered around it.

A very easy craft that is perfect for Halloween.

7. A simple wreath covered with a sweater.

This wreath can be decorated to your liking.

9. There are many decorative options for leggings (or spats?).

10. Covers for cups or glasses.

11. Soft bag.

A great alternative to plastic bags, this tote can be used for shopping while saving money and doing your part for the environment.

12. Knitted basket.

This type of basket is best used to store all your yarn.

13. Lampshade.

14. Knitted vase.

15. Sleeping place for animals.

This project will definitely take more time and effort as it requires felting and sewing. But the joy of a dog, or a cat, or an iguana, or any other pet, will easily convince you that the game was worth the candle.

16. This option does not require felting, but still requires sewing. But just look at this little face.

17. Case for heating pad.

An old sweater works great as a cover for a heating pad.

18. And this version is very cute too.

19. Notebook cover.

If you plan to hot glue the edges together rather than sew them, use a second layer of glue to reinforce the edges and make sure they are joined as tightly as possible.

20. Case for a wine bottle.

This eye-popping, easy project requires no skill other than cutting and pinning (and, of course, some drinking afterwards).

21. And almost the same easy option with felting.

Old things are sometimes not so old. It’s just that the model went out of fashion... Or the child grew up, and the T-shirt became too small... Or maybe the knitwear was of poor quality, and the thing just stretched... Yes, I’m just tired of this outfit, finally... I can list the reasons for a long time, because for which you want to throw the thing away. Or you can take it and redo it. The end result will be a model that no one else has. The thing is inexpensive and beautiful, and you will look stylish and unusual in it. So, we sew new ones from old things, and ideas for alterations can be found in this article.

Fashionable makeover

• Original scarves from T-shirts. There are models where you don’t even need to sew anything, you just cut off the required part with scissors, twist it - and the scarf is ready.
• T-shirt grocery bag. We sew up the lower part, and make handles in the upper part. You can decorate as you wish. If you make small cuts in a checkerboard pattern, the bag will become even more spacious.

• Fun crocheted rugs are made from strips cut from T-shirts and T-shirts.
• Knitted and woolen sweaters of different shapes and sizes will be a wonderful addition to the living room.
• can become a skirt, pillow, bag, apron.

Imagination can suggest interesting options for alterations, and we sew new ones from old things, ultimately getting fashionable clothes or accessories.

Old new things

So, we sew with our own hands from old things, updating our wardrobe.

If you are tired of the T-shirt, and the fabric has not stretched or faded, you can use it to make a summer one-shoulder top. To do this, cut off one sleeve at the armhole. On the other side of the T-shirt, mark a point on the lower edge of the armhole and connect it with a smooth line to the first strap, cut it off. We get a pattern with a strap on one shoulder. We cut the strap and sew in a plastic ring, connecting both parts. We will process the cutting line using an overlocker. We got a new model from an old thing.

From a top and several T-shirts, you can make a summer sundress. We cut off the bottom of the T-shirts and sew the skirt fabric from them, combining color and shape. Then we sew this skirt to the top.

Child's world

We sew for children from old things. The photo shows what wonderful things can happen.

From the top of jeans you can make a fashionable mini skirt for a girl. To do this, we cut off the legs and make fringe along the bottom.

You can sew a dress for a girl with short sleeves from an old stretched sweater. To do this, fold the sweater in half and cut out the shelves. Cut off the lower part with elastic from the sleeves. Carefully sew into the armhole. We sew the seams.

The long sleeves of an old T-shirt can make great legwarmers for a girl. To do this, bend along the cutting line, insert an elastic band, and you can decorate the top at your discretion.

You can make a fashionable vest from an old children's fur coat. We steam out the sleeves and cover the neckline and armholes with a soft drape, and use it to make straps for the fastener.

The pockets of old jeans will make an elegant children's handbag. To do this, take two pockets and sew them together. You can make one compartment or two or three. It depends on how you stitch the top. The pocket must be cut out together with the fabric to which it is sewn. The fabric is cut one or two centimeters larger than the pocket, and fringe is then made from this part. You can make an applique on the front side of the bag. The handle of the bag is made from the side seam of the trouser leg; it can also be decorated with fringe.

Remodel ideas

We sew new ones from old things. If it is in good condition, but has become short, then you can make an insert in the lower part of a contrasting color, and decorate the top of the T-shirt with a catchy element from the same material (this could be, for example, a butterfly or a flower).

If a girl's jeans have become short, they can be lengthened using multi-colored braid.

We sew ourselves from old things. For it we will need the rest of the denim, threads, a needle, an awl, beads, and a thin elastic band. From the fabric we cut out a rectangle 5 cm wide and 20-25 cm long. We make a fringe 1 cm wide along the entire length on both sides. We pierce holes in the material with an awl. We assemble the bracelet with an elastic band as follows: make two or three folds, then make a bead. This is how we do all the work. We sew the ends of the fabric.

The scraps are used to create an original apron. Pockets can be of a different color, this will make the product unusual.

For children's

We will sew a pillow for the children from old things and make an original cup for pencils.

We cut out a circle from old jeans and add details: ears from the same material, eyes and nose from buttons, you can sew on a bow. The head of a bear, pig or owl is ready. It will make a wonderful pillow case for a child's room.

We sew a snake pillow from old tights. For it you will need several tights of the same size, from which we cut off the bottom and top. Then we sew the prepared pieces together. At one end we make the head of a snake, and use buttons to mark the eyes. Then we stuff it evenly with padding polyester and sew up the other end. We twist the snake into a ring and fasten it. The result is an original pillow.

To prevent the child from scattering his pencils, we will make him an unusual cup. You will need a toilet paper roll, glue and cut out seams from jeans. First, glue the bottom with thick paper, then glue strips of denim to it at the bottom and cover with another circle of paper. If you lift the strips up, they should be about two centimeters apart from each other. Now we braid the cup in a circle, placing horizontal stripes in a checkerboard pattern. Glue a piping at the top.

Practical hobby

When we sew new ones from old things, this allows us not only to occupy our free time, but also to significantly save the family budget.

Of course, these things sometimes turn out to be far from perfect and it is not always possible to go “in public” with them. Something else is important here. The opportunity to bring your wildest fantasies to life, to combine and try something is attractive.

As for children's clothing, alteration here will significantly save money. And it’s easier to sew children’s clothes.

We sew simple and bright patterns from old things. Photos of some of them presented in this article are proof of how interesting and practical this hobby is.

From old to fashionable! This is exactly the topic of this article. From these master classes you will understand what it is to remake old clothes, learn how to make shorts from unwanted jeans, rugs, dresses and clothes, and much more. This article offers only a few ideas. Using their examples, you can do a lot of new things.

Recycling old clothes

If you think that repurposing your old things is a sign of poverty or bad taste, then you are deeply mistaken. Today, remaking old clothes is a special form of art. Instead of something just taking up space in your closet or dresser, you can turn it into something truly useful. This is not about creating cleaning rags from an unwanted T-shirt.

Here are examples of creating new things from old ones:

• fabric and denim bags;
• rugs;
• dresses;
• scarves;
• original T-shirts (here we are talking about creating a new design for an old T-shirt that contains stubborn stains and holes);
• shorts made from denim and old trousers;
• tops and T-shirts;
• socks and knee socks from old sweaters;
• skirts made from old dresses, scraps, jeans;
• gloves and blowjobs from lace T-shirts, sweaters and so on.

And although you can create a new item from almost any old clothing, there are some rules and recommendations. If you don’t adhere to them, then the likelihood of creating a truly worthwhile thing is reduced to almost zero.

1. Do not alter clothes whose fabric has already become worn out (colors have faded, holes or stains have appeared that cannot be disguised, etc.).
2. Use a sewing machine, especially when sewing a bag.
3. If you repaint an item, use high-quality paint.
4. Before cutting up old clothes, sketch out a preliminary sketch of the new item. Try to properly hide the defects of the former fabric.
5. Combine different things into one.
6. Use additional materials when sewing. It can be lace, beads, ribbons and so on.
7. If the item had buttons and you want to keep them on the altered clothing, then replace them with fresh ones.
8. It is easiest to alter things that are larger.
9. Don't be afraid to experiment.

Jeans shorts

Remaking denim clothing involves creating new items and jeans that are unnecessary for various reasons. For example, very often jeans still look normal, but sometimes they are damaged at the bottom, or they are torn somewhere on the leg. And you can only wear these at home or in the country. But they can be given new life by making shorts.

To do this you will need to take:

• old jeans;
• threads;
• needles;
• tailor's scissors;
• decorations (beads, lace, etc.);
• tape for hemming trousers;
• chalk or pencil.

Master class on creating simple shorts

We offer you the easiest way to create shorts from old jeans:

1. Put on some jeans.
2. Stand in front of the mirror.
3. Mark the desired length of the shorts directly on the jeans with a dot, not forgetting to add a centimeter for the hem. If you want to make shorts with a turn up, then make another mark that shows the width of this turn up.
4. Take off your jeans.
5. With chalk or a pencil using a ruler, draw a straight line that passes through the lowest mark. If you are sure that you can cut the trouser leg straight, then you can omit this item.
6. Cut off the pant legs.
7. Hem your shorts. This is done in several ways, depending on the desired look and design of the shorts. For example, if the shorts are simple, then turn a couple of centimeters inward and hem this piece of fabric or use tape to hem the trousers. If the shorts have a turn-up, fold the denim outward, then make another turn-up and hem it.

Shorts made from old jeans are ready!

Master class on creating lace shorts

Making lace shorts from old jeans:

1. Take ready-made shorts. It is better that they are simple, without unnecessary twists.
2. Cut small triangles on the sides.
3. Cut the lace a little larger than the triangles you cut out.
4. Sew the lace onto the marked area. It will be more convenient to first pin it to the denim with pins, and then attach or sew it on. By the way, this can be done both from the inside and from the front.

Lace denim shorts are ready!

Another way to make shorts with lace is to simply sew pieces of openwork fabric on top of the denim. You can sheathe the entire trouser leg or some individual elements. For example, only back or front pockets. This way you can even disguise holes or stains that cannot be washed.

New dress from old

We hope these master classes will help you create new amazing things. Do-it-yourself clothes made from old clothes or a carpet made from unnecessary scraps will delight you for a long time.

We wish you creative success!

Even though it’s still cold outside, it’s time to prepare for warm days. Surely you have things lying around in your closet that look quite presentable, but for various reasons have not been worn for a long time. We offer to remake them into stylish and fashionable ones, thereby giving them a new bright life. In search of something fresh and interesting, we have selected for you some original ideas for updating and reworking T-shirts, blouses, shirts and sweaters. Let's share! Enjoy watching!

Transforming clothes from old to stylish with your own hands

Simply adorable! Sew a lace strip into the top of the blouse. The idea would also work for a good quality knitted T-shirt.

An interesting model - to widen the back if the blouse has become too tight

Also a good idea: widen the blouse with stripes of contrasting fabric at the front and back.

The fashion trend is a polka dot blouse. If the blouse was made of the same fabric it would be boring, but it’s not even bad, it turned out nice

It never hurts to freshen up the look of an old denim jacket or shirt. Especially if the denim jacket is several years old. Denim + plaid is a great combination. Always fresh and original!

We transform old jeans that have become too small into a luxurious skirt. In the first option, we only need the upper part of the trousers; in the second, we rip out the trouser legs and sew in ruffles from bright fabric.

The sweatshirt with lace sleeves is wonderful, I’ve never seen such beauty in a store before. So I’ll definitely take it and do it!

Sweatshirt sleeves can be combined with a shirt

Transforming clothes from old to stylish with your own hands

Upcycling knitted t-shirts is a favorite topic. Here's a simple and good idea to transform an ordinary T-shirt into a sexy item. We cut off the elastic (neck), rip out the seam on the sleeve and carefully hem everything. Sew on a satin strip. Simple and tasteful!

We turn an ordinary T-shirt that was tight-fitting into a chic, roomy item that will look great on a large figure. Simply add silk or fine cotton to the tummy area and sleeves.

We make something original out of two T-shirts. For the alteration, a large (male) and a small (female) one were used. It turned out to be a cute country or home dress.

How to turn a T-shirt into a dress

And this dress made from a T-shirt is not only for home - you can also show it to the public

There are many options for transforming a knitted T-shirt or sweater into a dress. For example, an unnecessary checkered shirt + gray tunic. The main thing here is to choose the perfect color combination so that the skirt and top match.

A white jacket and an old skirt, such as a children's skirt

Yes, it’s ok for home wear

We make a fashionable top from a knitted T-shirt with light movements.

Making interesting backs on knitted T-shirts

A lace insert on a T-shirt will elevate and decorate a boring item

With this simple method you can expand a knitted sweater. From experience, it is better to insert knitted lace strips or knitted fabric into a knitted T-shirt.

A knitted sweater, of course, can be lined with regular fabric, but then keep in mind that an insert made of such fabric will not fit properly. Which is noticeable in the photo below. It’s a normal option for a home, but not so much for the street.

We make a beach tunic out of a T-shirt. As you can see, everything is very simple

A beautiful idea is to decorate a T-shirt with bright fabric flowers. Just right for kids, especially if there is a permanent stain on their T-shirt

A regular knitted T-shirt can be decorated with velvet ribbons or unusual braid

An old but relevant idea: a T-shirt + a scarf is an attractive thing. Moreover, you can sew all the details by hand, without a sewing machine and problems.

An idea for those who want to feel like a fashion designer - something fit for the catwalk! T-shirt or blouse with chic sleeves.

If the neck of a T-shirt has stretched out and you don’t want to throw it away, you can do this: fold it over and sew it

How to widen a tight neckline on a T-shirt or tank top

A T-shirt with fabric inserts on the sides - we get a completely feminine option that is not at all tight on the stomach

Another stylish makeover for your favorite T-shirt

Making clothes from old to stylish with your own hands: Original alterations of blouses and shirts