15 Ways to Upcycle a Shirt

Create Your Wasteless Wardrobe

Transform your button-down shirt into something totally new with Lydia Bolton's guide to upcycling to create new garments!

Discover 15 creative ways to re-work your shirt, from creating a halterneck top, a gathered summer top, a fitted shirt dress, a babydoll style dress, an asymmetric skirt, or even a quilted gilet. With options to tailor your pieces to suit your personal style and body to fit perfectly, Lydia will guide you through the basics of upcycling your shirt, offering ideas for simple customisations like adding a frill collar, adding new buttons, ruching as well as complete transformations.

This practical book is packed with hacks, inspiration and thoughtful ideas to give your shirt a second life. Plus, learn how to use your scraps in fun projects like making hairbands and phone charms. All using simple sewing techniques.

Start with one shirt and re-work your wardrobe to add personality and make it uniquely yours!

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