If you have old clothes that don’t fit properly or want to give them a makeover, upcycling could be a fun, sustainable and creative solution. Reformation, Elvis and Kresse, the R Collective, Peony, Triarchy Atelier, and Charlotte Bialas are a few of the numerous brands dedicated to upcycling by using pre-existing clothing and repurposing them into unique pieces. Here are some Youtube videos that explain how to upcycle your clothes:
‘Thrift Flip with an amateur’ by Wear I Live
This video by Jenny is instructive, fun and creative. It shows various altering you can do, from easy fixes to more complex upcycling. The Jaquemus inspired tank top is fascinating. Her other videos on fashion, vegan food, travel, routines and hauls are also all within the frame of a sustainable lifestyle in NYC.
‘58 New Clothing Upcycle Ideas to Jumpstart 2021!’ by BlueprintDIY
There are so many options in this video and different versions of what you can upcycle, ranging from sportswear, pants and t-shirts to blazers, dresses and accessories. Angelina’s passion and innovative ideas will keep you inspired. She also has a game show called ‘Next Top Upcycler’ to showcase people’s talents worldwide.
‘Upcycle with me!’ by Nayna Florence
Suppose you want to learn how to turn a shirt into a beautiful milkmaid style blouse or would like to add more intricate pearl details to your cardigans. In that case, Nayna Florence’s video shows you how.
‘Make a Puffer Jacket From an Old Blanket’ by Coolirpa
Who would have thought that you could make a coat from an old blanket? Coolirpa’s tutorial shows you how to with exact and simple steps. She also has a video on how to make a patchwork jacket from recycled jeans.
‘Thrift Flip Upcycle with Me episode ii’ by Moya Mawhinney
If you want to learn how to create a dress from a long skirt or how to make a triangle top from scratch, Moya Mawhinney explains how to do so in her video. Great inspiration for the summer months that are approaching.