I almost never wear flip-flops—the plastic straps are so uncomfortable when they’re being broken in, that it just isn’t worth it for a pair of boring summer shoes. But, this tutorial for making braided knit flip-flop straps from Make It and Love It has me rethinking my position. With straps fashioned out of upcycled t-shirts, […]
Just when you thought you’d seen every necktie craft ever possible, along comes this adorable ruffle tee tutorial from McKell’s Closet. It looks like a fun way to jazz up a boring old t-shirt, and it’s perfect for back to school. [via Stacy Schlyer on Pinterest]
Just in time to catch the tail end of summer, check out this great Men’s Shirt to Button-Down Tank Top tutorial from SMASHWORKS. There are a ton of tutorials out there for upcycling button-down shirts, but the adjustable straps and removable belt really make this project stand out. I love that you can completely change […]
Elsie from A Beautiful Mess picked up a plain brown briefcase at a thrift shop, and decided to give it a good old fashioned makeover. In her D.I.Y. Lace Briefcase tutorial, she takes an item that usually evokes visions of stuffy suits and boring meetings, and transforms it into something that’s stylish, functional, and feminine. […]
Completely makeover a lackluster guitar with a gleaming glitter finish. Don’t be intimidated to dismantle the pieces of a beater guitar and customize your instrument with a coat of paint. Add vivid, colorful shine with a gorgeous spray paint from Krylon called Glitter Blast. It is fully saturated sparkle. The paint dries into a pure […]
Julie, over at the Etsy Blog, posted this detailed tutorial for making Arrow Sandals from a modified pair of commercial sandals by maker Kaye. More: How-To: Mend Peeling Sandals How-To: Tire Sandals Retro-Style Running Shoes from Old Tires
SaffronColoredPony, out of Detroit, is making some smashing light fixtures from vintage crinolines. I saw them on the front page of Etsy today and fell in love. Upcycling meets upskirt!
