30 DIY Old Clothes Ideas

Are you trying to find a use for one (or dozens) of the old shirts at the back of your closet? These upcycled T-shirt crafts provide six unique takes on one clothing item! Go through your donation stack and try some of these DIY tutorials on your old T-shirts!

If you don't sew, you can still make your own cloth grocery bag by upcycling an old T-shirt! This recycled bag will hold groceries, library books, and towels for the pool. Make your own cloth bag and do your shopping in style!

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Turn your T-shirts into elegant infinity scarves with this tutorial! This no-sew accessory is a creative way to fashion your old garments into chic accent pieces for any outfit.

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Do you have a shirt but are in need of a skirt? This refashion tutorial will transform your old T-shirt into a trendy skirt. You won't have to spend more money on clothes as your cute shirt will become your adorable new skirt.

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T-shirt quilts are all the rage! Create your own memory quilt with shirts you have around the house. This quilt is a great gift for a college student or family member. You can add insulation to make a nice bedspread or leave it out to create a unique picnic blanket.

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This upcycling idea is perfect for the holidays! Re-purpose T-shirts into snowflake ornaments that will dazzle on your tree. This project can be re-purposed again into gift bows, so you'll get two uses out of one DIY craft.

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Decor items that match your interests and personality can be hard to find without paying for a custom order. This DIY T-shirt pillow transitions any shirt into a decorative pillow for your home. Whether you have a shirt from a concert, a souvenir from a trip, or a graphic tee of your interests, you can have your own custom pillow in under an hour.

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Do you have an old sweater that's seen better days? These upcycled sweater tutorials will make the most of your old winter clothing. You can even make multiple projects out of one sweater! Grab your cold-weather cardigan and make these projects today.

Do you want to reduce the time it takes your clothes to dry while softening them? Try these DIY wool dryer balls. Upcycle a wool sweater to create this lovely laundry hack. These dryer balls can reduce drying time and static cling while they make your clothes extra soft. What's not to love?

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This creative sweater projet will turn your warm, wool apparel into mittens for a cold day. This sewing project is perfect for a sweater that is starting to wear through but you can't bear to part with. You'll re-purpose the salvageable areas in just ten minutes!

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Turn your wine gift into an elegant surprise with this wine gift bag made from a sweater. This beginner sewing project will transform an old sweater into a chic and stylish wine bag, and you don't even need a sewing machine to complete it!

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If your favorite sweater doesn't fit the way it used to, create a decorative throw pillow with it! This tutorial will make a comfy cushion that you'll love to cuddle up with in your reading nook or on your sofa.

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These sweater flowers are the perfect decorative addition to any item. By re-purposing part of a sweater, you can create a handful of these decorative wonders! The hardest part will be deciding where not to put them.

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These sweater organizers add flair to your desk encouraging fun and creativity in your work space. You'll love seeing these bright storage containers and will always put your supplies where they belong to admire your homemade supply holders.

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This Christmas craft costs very little to create and will adorn your mantle during the holidays for years to come! This project re-purposes sweaters and cardboard tubes to decorate your home with holiday spirit.

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Learn how to make a sweater headband with this video tutorial. Follow the step-by-step instructions to upcycle your sweater into a decorative hair accessory.

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Everyone has a pair of jeans that they tell themselves they will wear one day but ultimately never do. These upcycled denim projects will revamp those old jeans into a variety of fun crafts! Try these denim ideas and convert the will-never-wear jeans into will-always-cherish projects!

This garden apron will keep all of your gardening tools handy when outdoors! Your old jeans will be altered into a pocketed apron that holds your equipment and gives you a surface to wipe your soily hands, so you don't have to ruin your new pants.

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You won't have to spend a dime for these country chic denim placemats. Refashion a few pair of jeans to create a variety of patterns in your placemats. These will go with any rustic or country decor and will shine in a rural dinner party.

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This homemade corsage is a fashionable way to transform old denim. This jean flower makes a wonderful gift or brooch to pin on your favorite jacket. Add beading to the top for a polished look or leave it off for a rustic charm.

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This upcycled jean tutorial includes both video and handwritten step-by-step instructions to fashion your own denim coasters. The coasters feature a cotton batting to absorb moisture and a decorative edge to upscale these jean legs.

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Do you have an entire stack of jeans with different wash patterns? Then this project is for you. This hexagonal denim rug will provide an interior doormat or kitchen rug that adds a unique pattern to its practicality. This geometric gem will instantly make your kitchen floor pop.

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This everyday bag is an easy sewing pattern made from upcycled materials. The exterior of the bag adapts a denim jacket or pair of jeans while the interior re-purposes a bed sheet or cloth lining. Your handbag will be trendy and modern, and you can make it without spending a cent!

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This organizer fits on the back of your door and will store a ton of smaller items. This organizer takes the pockets from many pairs of jeans to be used as storage pouches. Use the pockets for this project and the rest of your jeans for some other thrifty denim ideas!

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Dog toys face a lot of wear and tear from your canines mouth, and if you have a particularly playful pup, the toys might not last a month. Avoid the cost of replenishing your dog's toy supply and make your own rope toys from braided denim fabric. You can fashion a few toys from each pair of jeans and save money while still treating your furry friend.

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It's time to make your dream clutch. This sewing pattern creates a lined patchwork clutch that will recycle your bell-bottoms into your new favorite handbag. If you have a lot of differently washed jeans, you can create a unique bag with a striking pattern and practical use.

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These pot holders will fit into your country chic kitchen decor. This easy pattern requires materials you already own and produces pot holders for any kitchen. You'll keep your hands and countertops safe with these stylish pocketed pot holders!

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This denim basket will keep your items organized with an easy sewing pattern. The pattern includes directions for three different basket sizes to keep your work space tidy no matter how small your items. Make these baskets with two recycled materials and start storing in style.

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This DIY denim pouf is a seating solution for small living spaces. This versatile pouf requires about six pairs of jeans but yields a durable pouf that can be used as floor seating, a foot stool, or back pillow. This project can be gifted to a college student as it will be great for a small dorm.

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Do you have clothing that you want to upcycle that may not fit one of the above categories? Try these versatile projects and re-purpose away!

Are you in need of a new summer skirt? Make your own maxi skirt by refashioning a single scarf. This maxi skirt pattern is simple and only takes half an hour. You'll have a new favorite summer dress without making a purchase.

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If you are having the opposite problem as the project above, try turning a floral dress into a scarf! Get a second use out of your old dress and make a summery floral scarf. This easy pattern provides an accent piece for any summer outfit.

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Create an everyday shoulder bag from the fabric that was once on your shoulder! This shirt sleeve bag pattern will transform any shirt into a chic accessory that is as durable as the fabric you used to make it.

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These scarf bracelets are as versatile as DIY projects come. Pick any scarf (or scarf sized fabric) and fashion your own custom accessories. Whether silky, sturdy, plained, or patterned, these homemade bracelets will accentuate any outfit!

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