10 Ways to Upcycle Old Clothing

We've put together a compilation of some of the best clothing refashion DIYs perfect for even the most novice crafter. So make sure you think twice before you toss that pile into the donation box!

1. Alter a grandma's closet or thrift store finds into something a little more gen-z friendly. 

2. Queen of all things DIY, A Pair and A Spare will teach you to transform one of your many tank tops into the perfect party top inspired by Balenciaga (no need to tell anyone its not designer)

3. If you're handy with a pen give your boring leggings a pick me up with a bleach pen. Get inspired and transfer this technique over to tops, jeans, shoes, and decor.

4. Transform a pashmina scarf into an equally warm but much more stylish kimono cardigan 

5. Alter one of your mom's abandoned sweaters into something that's actually wearable. 

6. Bra straps may never be a fashion statement but this quick fix will change your life for the better. Just get a strapless bra cut off the thick straps and sew elastic bands on instead. Extra points if you use colored bands.

7. Because even Todo deserves a little something - and because no human should ever wear that horrid sweater. 

8. If you're over that maxi skirt don't toss it! Reincarnate it into your new go-to slip dress

9. Add some glamor to your basic tee using nothing but beads, a needle, thread, and imagination.

10. Alter a grandma's closet or thrift store finds into something a little more gen-z friendly. 

10. Check out these T-shirt refashions Probably the simplest way to add an edge to a plain top is to find some scissors and get cutting.