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14 Amazing DIY Ideas To Upcycle Your Old T-Shirts

Don’t throw away your old T-shirt. There are many ways to upcycle them into new things that you will love. We have collected 14 amazing DIY ideas to upcycle old T-shirts. Read on to be inspired, then get your old T-shirts and start crafting.

1. Make a T-shirt pillow

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Photo: DIY Everywhere

If you have any old graphic T-shirts, turn them into keepsake pillows. These pillows would add a cool touch to a living room or reading area. Get the full tutorial here.

2. Turn it into a skirt

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Not feeling that T-shirt anymore? You can transform that old T-shirt into a cute skirt by adding 1-inch elastic and matching thread.

3. Make a T-shirt wreath

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Photo: Blair’s Blessing

Imagine this lovely wreath hanging on your front door, adding a little color to your home’s exterior. The project, which takes only two hours to make, can be viewed in this DIY tutorial.

4. Make T-shirt pom poms

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Photo: Craftaholics Anonymous

Forget tissue paper pom poms and opt for these durable T-shirt versions instead. Once finished, you can add them to craft projects or even create stunning door decor.

5. Turn it into a dog toy

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Photo: Barkpost

Make your pooch happy with a dog toy made from your old T-shirts. Watch at the new eco-friendly toy gets a workout from your favorite canine.

6. Make a rainbow rug

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Photo: Sew Liberated

The following project by Sew Liberated is for an experienced sewer. Although not an easy first-time DIY project, with determination and patience, you can create this lovely rainbow rug out of T-shirt strips. This rug would look fantastic in any room of your home to create a pop of color.

7. Turn it into a necklace

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Photo: Vicky Myers Creations

Complete your outfit with this necklace made from an old T-shirt. Grab some beads and glue and follow this tutorial. Customize the necklace by getting different colored T-shirts and beads. Go crazy!

8. Create a tote bag

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Photo: DIY Everywhere

Need a tote bag to carry groceries or a tote bag to head down to the beach? This simple DIY project is also eco-friendly. Get the full tutorial here.

9. Make a braided belt

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Photo: Delia Creations

This unique belt will look fantastic paired with your favorite denim jeans. The project is super simple and all you need to do is braid T-shirt strips.

10. Make a headband

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Photo: As The Bunny Hops

Aren’t the colors on this headband wonderful? Recycle old T-shirts and create this lovely headpiece. This tutorial shows how to create the project.

11. Make T-shirt coasters

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Photo: Nellie Bellie

Protect your tabletops with these T-shirt coasters. They are easily customizable to your home color palette and so simple to whip up.

12. Make braided bracelets

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Photo: DIY Everywhere

How cute do these braided bracelets look? This is a fun project to do with your kids. Create this braided arm candy by following this simple and easy tutorial.

13. Add lace to the back

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Photo: DIY Everywhere

It can be tempting to toss out old T-shirts when decluttering closets, but with this feminine sewing project, you can transform a plain white shirt from stale to stunning. Lace, a hallmark of femininity, adds whimsy without coming off as stuffy. Adding an open back also turns this into a summery top that keeps you cool while still looking classy.

14. Create baby pants

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Have a little tot at home? Upcycle your old T-shirts to create this super easy project to make drawstring pants by Me Sew Crazy.

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DIY Everywhere
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