{"id":40062,"date":"2020-07-25T15:30:06","date_gmt":"2020-07-25T07:30:06","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/?p=40062"},"modified":"2021-03-08T12:52:55","modified_gmt":"2021-03-08T04:52:55","slug":"easy-upcycling-clothes-projects","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/easy-upcycling-clothes-projects\/","title":{"rendered":"Thrift Flip Your Old Clothes With These Upcycling Projects"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hands up if you have clothes that you\u2019ve only worn once!\u00a0 Before you decide to toss it out, why not add a fresh twist to these pieces by upcycling clothes? Turn an oversized shirt into a smock tube top, or create a cinched waist crop top from an old polo shirt! Not a whiz with the sewing machine? You can still jazz up your outfits with easy no-sew projects! Read on to find the perfect thrift flip project for you\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Easy Sewing Projects (Machine):\u00a0<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"A Beginner&#039;s Guide To SEWING! How to use a sewing machine\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/oD_KpZm7OaM?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Using a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Sewing-machine-cat.2414.2418.6885\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sewing machine<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> is the fastest and easiest way to upcycling your clothes. You don\u2019t need a sophisticated sewing machine for these easy sewing projects that use simple stitches!\u00a0 Check out the tutorial above for an introduction to\u00a0 the basics of using a sewing machine including how to use parts like the <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=presser%20foot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">presser foot<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=sewing%20bobbin\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bobbin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Midi skirt to matching tube top and mini skirt<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40068\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40068\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40068\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-1024x768.jpg\" alt=\"upcycling clothes midi skirt to tube top and mini skirt\" width=\"600\" height=\"450\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-1024x768.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-1536x1153.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-1068x802.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-560x420.jpg 560w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1-265x198.jpg 265w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020_1.jpg 1599w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40068\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: Rachel Tan)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Co-ords or <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Midi-Skirts-cat.1.375.19714\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">matching outfits<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are all the rage right now. Upcycle an old <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Midi-Skirts-cat.1.375.19714\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">midi skirt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and save on expenses by upcycling old clothes to make your own set!\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Midi skirt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measuring tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing machine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the fabric pieces for the tube top and mini skirt<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40069\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40069\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40069\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-768x1024.jpg\" alt=\"midi skirt upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"800\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-768x1023.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-225x300.jpg 225w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-1153x1536.jpg 1153w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-696x927.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-1068x1423.jpg 1068w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020-315x420.jpg 315w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_whatsapp_image_2020-07-23_at_160020.jpg 1200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40069\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">(Credit: Rachel Tan)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Using a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=measuring%20tape\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">measuring tape<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, estimate the length of your desired tube top from your chest to your waistline.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Then, add a one-inch hem allowance to your measurement and trim off the length from the bottom of the skirt. For example, if your measurement for your chest to waistline is 11 inches, you\u2019d have to cut off 12 inches from the bottom.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. At this point, you should have two pieces of fabric &#8211; one for the bandeau and one for the mini skirt.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the tube top<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"THRIFTED DIY TUBE TOP *super easy*\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/uiWVs1urXos?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Cut the tube top into two equal rectangular pieces and have them laid on top of each other.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. After that, take your chest and waist measurements, divide in half and minus off an additional one to two inches, depending on the stretchiness of your fabric. For example, if your measured circumference was 34 inches, you\u2019d have to draw the length of 15-16 inches.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Next, draw the length onto the top part of the fabric pieces with <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=fabric%20chalk\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fabric chalk<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Do the same for the waistline. Draw the length parallel to the chest length at the bottom part of the fabric pieces. Connect the ends of the lines to form a trapezoid shape. This will be the shape of your tube top! Cut out the shape and sew the two pieces together.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hem the skirt and tube top<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Sew A Hem On Your Machine\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/VXv-ZLAhyNA?start=39&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. By cutting the tube top fabric pieces from the bottom of the skirt, we\u2019ve preserved the waistband and shape allowing for us to simply hem the skirt to make an adorable <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Mini-Skirts-cat.1.375.6410\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mini skirt<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">!\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hemming the skirt can be done with a simple straight stitch. If you\u2019re new to sewing, we recommend using <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=sewing%20pins\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sewing pins<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to ensure a straight stitch when hemming your skirt. Make sure to also fix the raw hem of your tube top to prevent fraying.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Old Polo tee to crop top with cinched waist<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40071\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40071\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40071\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t6.jpg\" alt=\"cropped polo shirt cinched waist upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"542\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t6.jpg 649w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t6-300x271.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t6-465x420.jpg 465w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40071\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit:<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/cchocly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">cchocly<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you a fan of the vintage look? Nothing screams retro more than a cropped polo shirt. The cinched waist will flatter your figure too!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Polo shirt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elastic band<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing Pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measuring tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing machine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Safety pin<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/wcEymhupUKM?t=14\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/wcEymhupUKM?t=14<\/a><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Crop the shirt<br \/>\n<\/span>1. Measure how long you want your crop top to be. You can do so by laying another crop top on top of your polo shirt and add a 1-inch hem allowance. Alternatively, you can use a measuring tape and measure the length of your collar area to your waistline. Make sure to also add the one-inch hem allowance for the elastic waistband.<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Next, draw a line for where you\u2019ll be cutting off the excess fabric with fabric chalk and snip away!<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Add the waistband<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Partially hem the cropped polo shirt and leave a two-inch gap to insert the elastic waistband later.<br \/>\n<\/span>4. Then, measure out the elastic band around your waist, make sure to stretch it a bit to attain that cinched waist effect. A good rule of thumb is to shed off a two to three inches from your actual waist measurement.<br \/>\n5. After that, attach a safety pin to one end of the elastic band to help guide the band through the waistline.<br \/>\n6. Next, insert the safety pin with the elastic attached through the two-inch gap. When the front meets the back of the elastic band at the two-inch gap, hand sew the elastic bands together to secure it. Complete the hem of the polo shirt and make sure the elastic bands are well secured inside and <i>voila<\/i>!<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Oversized shirt to a smocked tube top<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40074\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40074\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40074\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t5.jpg\" alt=\"oversized shirt upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"824\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t5.jpg 401w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t5-218x300.jpg 218w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t5-306x420.jpg 306w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40074\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/indiegrowl\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thenovemlabel<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thrift stores are filled with oversized <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Shirts-cat.2.395\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">men\u2019s shirts<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, making them the perfect hunting grounds for upcycling clothes! This method also works for an array of other fabrics such as old <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Curtains-Dividers-cat.11.695.15324\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">curtains<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Bedsheet-Linen-cat.11.693.6691\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bedsheets<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Oversized shirt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Elastic thread<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing Pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measuring tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing machine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"How To Make A Smocked Tube Top | DIY Men&#039;s Shirt Refashion\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/NbS6D3tPVBU?start=52&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Make the fabric piece for the tube top<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Take measurements from your chest to waistline, make sure to add a two-inch hem allowance. This will be the length of your tube top. Cut out the fabric piece.<br \/>\n<\/span>2. After that, double hem both ends of the fabric to prevent fraying<br \/>\n3. Next, mark the parts of the top that you intend to shirr, with the remaining fabric serving as ruffles. In the tutorial, the suggested parts are one centimetre from the top and three centimetres from the bottom.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Shirr the fabric:<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span>4. Hand wind your bobbin with the <a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=elastic%20sewing%20thread\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\">elastic thread<\/a>, make sure not to wind it too tightly or loosely. Put your bobbin into the sewing machine afterwards.<br \/>\n5. Then, sew the elastic thread in a straight stitch across the fabric, make sure to make use of the presser foot to ensure a straight and even line. Repeat this step until you\u2019ve achieved multiple rows of shirred fabric.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sew the ends of the fabric together<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Lastly, measure the shirred fabric around your abdomen and pin down the excess fabric. Cut off the excess and sew the ends together to complete your shirred tube top!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Button-down shirt to skirt<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40078\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40078\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40078\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4.jpg\" alt=\"button down shirt to skirt upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"600\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4.jpg 960w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4-696x696.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t4-420x420.jpg 420w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40078\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/mayollyolly\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">miss.glorious<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Button-down shirt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seam ripper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing Pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Measuring tape<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing machine<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Running low on office wear? Turn your dad\u2019s old button-down shirt into this chic skirt! The best part about upcycling clothes is that you get to customise it. Adjust the length of the skirt however you fancy, from a midi skirt to a mini skirt &#8211; the (fashion) world\u2019s your oyster!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY Turn Old Shirt Into Skirt | Button Front A Line Midi Skirt | Clothes Transformation Indonesia\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ieDjPig7WoU?start=101&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>Make the skirt fabric piece<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Cut off the sleeves along the seams and save them for later.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Then, measure the desired length of your skirt. We recommend measuring from your waistline to the mid-thigh area for a mini skirt, to the knees for a knee-length skirt and the calves for a midi skirt.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. For the front part of the shirt, measure your desired length from the bottom up and draw a horizontal line at the top. Measure the length difference between the front and back parts of the shirt. Then, flip the shirt to the back and measure your desired length with the added length difference, draw a horizontal line at the top too. This step ensures your skirt has an even length.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Next, open up the buttons and cut along the horizontal lines drawn. Using a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=seam%20ripper\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">seam ripper<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, remove the seams at the sides and remove the pocket. You should have three fabric pieces after this step.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Lay the front pieces on top of the back. Using sewing pins, pin down the sides that would be sewn into the sides of your skirt. Then, cut off the excess fabric with a one-inch seam allowance. Turn the shirt inside out and sew the sides together.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. For a gathered effect, turn your stitch length to the highest setting on your sewing machine and sew basting stitches all through the waistline. This allows the fabric to be gathered together. After sewing your basting stitches, gently pull the thread to gather the fabric together.<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>\nMake the waistband<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span>7. Using the remaining parts of the button-down shirt, cut out 6 cm of the shirt placket on each side to attain a button and buttonhole set which will be used for the skirt. Use the seam ripper to remove all stitches from each side, to allow you to sew the ends of the pieces from the inside out.<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Next, flip the fabric pieces inside out and sew one end to prevent fraying, do so for both the button piece and button hold piece. Afterwards, sew back new stitches for the sides of the fabric pieces.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">9. Using the sleeve we had initially cut off in Step 1, cut the inseam and the cuff. Fold the sleeve fabric piece in half. Measure your waist and divide it in half and add 1-2 inches for seam allowance.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">10. Using this length, measure out the length needed from the sleeve and cut accordingly. After cutting, open up the sleeve fabric piece and cut it in equal halves. Cut one of the subsequent pieces in half again, these fabric pieces will make up the waistband for the front part of the button-down skirt.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">11. Then, iron on <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=fabric%20interfacing\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fabric interfacing<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> for all fabric pieces to add structure to the waistband.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">12. Lay plackets (right side down) from Step 6 onto the front waistband. Fold the front waistband in half, sew the ends and flip them back to the right side facing out.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">13. Button the front waistband pieces together and trim off the back waistband to match the length of the buttoned front waistband. Afterwards, sew the side seams for a unified waistband.<\/span><\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sew the waistband to the skirt fabric piece<br \/>\n<\/span>14. Lastly, sew the waistband onto the skirt and <i>voila<\/i>! You\u2019ve got yourself a button-down skirt.<\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hand Sewing Projects:<\/span><\/h2>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Learn How to Sew by Hand: Six Basic Hand Stitches\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xvxqtc8thRg?start=18&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While tedious, hand sewing does have it\u2019s redeeming factors! It\u2019s a low-cost way for upcycling clothes while still allowing for control over your sewing. Aside from equipping yourself with a standard <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=sewing%20kit\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sewing kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, make sure to learn some basic stitching techniques to make strong and durable pieces!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Basic long sleeve shirt to front tie cardigan<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40082\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40082\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40082\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_2t3.jpg\" alt=\"front tie cardigan upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"797\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_2t3.jpg 421w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_2t3-226x300.jpg 226w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_2t3-316x420.jpg 316w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40082\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/beautifulwish.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fashion boutique beauty<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add a feminine touch to your long sleeve shirt and turn it into a flirty <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=front%20tie%20cardigan\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">front tie cardigan<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">! A thin cardigan allows you to stay breezy and cute, especially in Singapore\u2019s unpredictable weather.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Long sleeve shirt<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing Pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thread<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needle<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY Front Tie Cardigan - Hand Sewing | Upcycling Old Clothes | Chenda Keo\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/DlBmFQDj0f4?start=51&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration-line: underline;\">Crop the long sleeve shirt<br \/>\n<\/span>1. Crop the top by drawing a horizontal line with your fabric chalk across where you want the top to end. Pin down the line and trim off the excess fabric with your scissors.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Make the V-neckline<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. Measure down four inches from the neckline to make the V-neckline. Draw a triangle shape up to the edges of the collar area. Draw a straight line down from the tip of the triangle to mark the opening of the cardigan. Then, cut along the lines, make sure to remove the collar along with the rest of the unwanted fabric.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><br \/>\nMake the ribbon pieces<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Using the trimmed fabric from Step 1, cut the fabric into two 1.5-inch width strips. These fabric strips will be used as the ribbon for the front of the cardigan. Fold the edges of the fabric together and secure with sewing pins. Straight stitch the fabric together with a <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=hand%20sewing%20needle\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">hand sewing needle <\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=thread\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">thread<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Sew the ribbon pieces onto the neckline<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. Finally, sew the two ribbons onto each side of the neckline and tie them together to get your front tie cardigan!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6. Turn any top into a crop top<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40084\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40084\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40084\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c.jpg\" alt=\"crop top upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"398\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c.jpg 800w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c-768x509.jpg 768w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c-696x461.jpg 696w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_8280888440_26bab8e666_c-634x420.jpg 634w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40084\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.flickr.com\/photos\/66755335@N05\/8280888440\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">apairandaspare<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ Flickr)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Crop-tops-cat.1.357.6414\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Crop tops<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> are one of the easiest apparels to achieve when upcycling clothes as all you need is a pair of scissors and a good hemming technique!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any top<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric Chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Sewing Pins\u00a0<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ruler<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Thread<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Needle<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/U1riAAPyzEc?t=13\" data-wpel-link=\"external\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow external noopener noreferrer\">https:\/\/youtu.be\/U1riAAPyzEc?t=13<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Crop the shirt<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Measure the length for where you want your crop top to end and add a one inch hem allowance<br \/>\n<\/span>2. Draw a horizontal line with the fabric chalk to mark where to cut off the excess fabric. Make sure to draw with a ruler to ensure a straight line. Using a pair of scissors, snip off the bottom piece of the top.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Hem the shirt<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span>3. Next, fold up the edges and pin them down with sewing pins to form your hem.<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. With a needle and thread, sew the hem of your top to complete your crop top. Check out the above video for a detailed guide to hemming and you&#8217;ll be upcycling clothes with ease in no time!<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">No-Sew Projects<\/span><\/h2>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40090\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40090\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40090\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t7.jpg\" alt=\"clothing rack upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"442\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t7.jpg 693w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t7-300x221.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t7-570x420.jpg 570w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t7-80x60.jpg 80w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40090\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/unsplash.com\/photos\/TS--uNw-JqE\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">anotherlovely<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \/ Unsplash)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re afraid of needles or just looking for a really quick and easy thrift flip project, we have some options for you! There are many alternative ways to upcycling your clothes. A popular method is with the use of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=fabric%20glue\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">fabric glue<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> in place of regular sewing.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7. Regular cardigan to front tie crop cardigan<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40092\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40092\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40092\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t2.jpg\" alt=\"crop cardigan front tie upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"534\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t2.jpg 544w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t2-300x267.jpg 300w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_1t2-472x420.jpg 472w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40092\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/mymiss.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">mymiss<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Change up an old cardigan with this easy no-sew project. The star supply for upcycling clothes without sewing is fabric glue! Fabric glue also helps to prevent fraying without the need to hem the edges of your fabric.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>Supplies needed:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cardigan<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seam ripper<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric glue<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b>How to:<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY NO-SEW HACKS FALL EDITION | Transforming Old Boring Clothes!\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/ez3MEqXeLsU?start=189&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Crop the cardigan<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Crop your old cardigan to your desired length with a pair of scissors. Remove the buttons from the cardigan with a seam ripper.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make the ribbon pieces<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span>2. Snip the excess fabric into thin strips to make the ribbon for the cardigan. Spread fabric glue onto the thin strips and fold them in half, glueing them together. After the ribbon pieces have dried, trim them evenly and cut them into four equal pieces.<br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Then, add a drop of glue where the buttons were on the cardigan and attach the ribbon pieces in their place. Place a thick book on top of the cardigan as it dries.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\nHem the cardigan<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span>4. Lastly, tie the ribbon pieces into a bow to complete the front tie cardigan! For the extra security, you can hem the edges of your front tie cardigan with fabric glue to prevent fraying. This is especially crucial for fabrics like polyester that may fray easily.<\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8. Regular denim jeans to distressed denim shorts<\/span><\/h3>\n<figure id=\"attachment_40095\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-40095\" style=\"width: 600px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"wp-image-40095\" src=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t8.jpg\" alt=\"distressed denim shorts upcycling clothes\" width=\"600\" height=\"667\" srcset=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t8.jpg 428w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t8-270x300.jpg 270w, https:\/\/shopee.sg\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/rsz_t8-378x420.jpg 378w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px\" \/><figcaption id=\"caption-attachment-40095\" class=\"wp-caption-text\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">(Credit: <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/coobuy.sg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Coobuy Flagship Store<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">)<\/span><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Give your pair of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/Jeans-cat.1.19345.19347\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">denim jeans<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> a new look by adding some grunge and ruggedness to them. You can also achieve an acid wash effect with the help of this no-sew project!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Supplies needed:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Denim shorts\/jeans<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Scissors<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bleach<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fabric chalk<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Spray bottle<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Washing machine<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dryer<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Tweezers<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>How to:<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"jeg_video_container jeg_video_content\"><iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"DIY Distressed Denim Shorts | DIY | Nava Rose\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/_DSHuHMhsO8?start=102&#038;feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe><\/div>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Trim the ends of your denim jeans<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1. Place an existing pair of shorts on top of your denim jeans and trim according to your desired length. Add an extra 1.5 inches in length for fraying and slits.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Cut slits and holes into the denim<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2. With fabric chalk, mark where you want your denim slits and holes. Cut the slits with a pair of scissors. Do the same for the back.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Lighten the fabric with bleach<br \/>\n<\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3. Next, pour some <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=bleach\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">bleach<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> into a spray bottle and spritz the bleach onto the denim shorts. Be sure to do it from at least 10 inches away. This step helps to lighten the shorts and give it a faded effect.<br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4. After a few minutes, check back. Once the shorts have reached your desired shade, put it into the washing machine and dryer. The rough and tumble of the dryer should bring out some fraying and loose threads.<\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\">Distress the denim with tweezers<\/span><br \/>\n<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5. Finally, <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">pull out the blue threads at the edge of the slits w<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">ith a pair of <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/shopee.sg\/search?keyword=tweezer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer nofollow external\" data-wpel-link=\"external\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">tweezers<\/span><\/a>.<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> This will expose the white threads which add to the distressed effect. Continue to pull out the blue threads until you are satisfied with the appearance of your distressed denim shorts.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Upcycle clothes effortlessly with our list of easy sewing projects!<\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Back to school season is just around the corner so why not hop onto the thrift flip trend by upcycling clothes this semester? 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