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25 Quick And Easy Fashion Upcycling DIYs
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2015
Whether it’s just a little additional accessory or a whole new going-out item to wear after work, you can update your outfit with these super quick and easy DIY lunchtime upcyling makes…
1) Party Dress cut-out
For the ultimate lunchtime-make, thrifty stitch a plain dress into a party frock with a cut-out back
2) Obi belt
If you’ve already got your outfit sorted but just want to add a colourful statement accessory make Sewing Bee’s Chinelo Bally’s Obi Belt
For another stylish accessory whip up one of our jersey headbands for a cute vintage look
4) Ribbon bow back jumper
For a quick-make add bow detailing to the back of a jumper with ribbon
5) Bow heels
Add some bow-wow factor to a pair of black shoes for a date night
6) DIY Rocker T-Shirt
Cut the sleeves off your boyfriend’s old baggy music tee and tie back with a bow for a girlie touch
7) Applique jumper
For another after-work-gig-look make this rock-star Trash to Couture embellished jumper
8) Chain shoulder DIY detail
...Or for a slightly more subtle look create a chain-woven jumper
9) Glitter ankle boots
...And pair with some glitter ankle boots
10) Studded skinnies
...Then add some studded skinny jeans to fully complete the look!
11) Heart painted jeans
Upcycle a pair of coloured skinny jeans by stencil painting hearts
12) Patterned painted tights
...Or use a similar technique to make some heart patterned tights
13) Star stencil shorts
Keep your stencil kit handy and update a pair of shorts with some painted stars
14) Paisley pocket
You could also customise a pair of shorts with this cute paisley pocket addition
15) Scalloped shorts
...Or create a smart work-wear look with these cut-out scalloped shorts
16) Lacey shorts
Make a pair of shorts more romantic by adding some elegant lace inserts
17) Lace insert top
Also use lace inserts for a delicate addition to upcycle an old vest top
18) Sheer paneled dress
...Or use the same insert technique with sheer panels
19) Liberty Collar
Add interest to a plain top or blouse with this detachable fabric collar
20) Statement beaded edging
Or decorate a cardigan with a statement beaded collar
21) Ice cream elbows
We can’t get enough of these ice cream elbow patches! Perfect if you’re feeling chilly but want to keep up your summer style!
22) Heart felt patches
Or try patching up an elbow hole with needle felted iron-on hearts
23) Upcycled colour-block maxi
If you’ve got three spare polo shirts lying around create a colour-block maxi by sewing them together
24) DIY wrap sandals
Complete your summer ensemble with a pair of DIY wrap sandals
25) Braided back tee
Good at a plait? Whip up this summer braided back tee in minutes
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