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61 Examples of Fantastic DIY Fashion

From DIY Star Swirled Hoodies to DIY Skirts

— February 15, 2013 — Fashion
With spring just around the corner, there's no better time to start cleaning out your closet to make room for some summer essentials, and if you're looking to find a cost effective way to fill up your wardrobe with some stylish ensembles, then these creative DIY fashion finds will definitely help you do it.

Instead of automatically throwing out your old and out-of-date clothing, you can actually put it to good use by transforming it into something new and stylish just with some simple cutting and sewing techniques. From projects that help you accentuate old pieces of clothing with sleek and stylish jewels to accessories made from sequin sweaters, this easy-to-make clothing designs are perfect for those who enjoy some arts and crafts, and for those looking to revamp their wardrobe into something eclectic and one-of-a-kind.
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DIY Neon Purses
DIY Neon Purses
The Runway DIY Lace Clutches are Edgy and Stylish
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Customizable Graffiti Shirts
Customizable Graffiti Shirts
Lacoste Releases DIY Golf Shirt Kit Collection
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DIY Fashion
DIY Fashion
Scoodie How-To
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DIY Denim Repair Tutorials
DIY Denim Repair Tutorials
The Nudie Jeans Repair Kit Helps You Bring Old Jeans Back to Life
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DIY Boa Fashion
DIY Boa Fashion
Ms. Kitty's Closet Shows What You Can Do With Spare Fabric and a Feather Boa
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Upcycled Sparkle Brogues
Upcycled Sparkle Brogues
The 'DIY Glitter Oxfords' is a Lesson in Refurbishing
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DIY Feather Accented Hats
DIY Feather Accented Hats
The DIY Feather Hat is Crafty and Chic
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Hand-Painted Heart Pants
Hand-Painted Heart Pants
This DIY Project Lets You Adorn Your Clothing with Cute Heart Prints
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Zipper-Laden Handbags
Zipper-Laden Handbags
Make Your DIY Zipper Clutch With Minimal Materials
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Fringed Bow Tie Tutorials
Fringed Bow Tie Tutorials
The DIY Bow and Tassel Collar is a Mix of Boho and Chic Fashions
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DIY Superhero Jumpers
DIY Superhero Jumpers
The Retro Wonder Woman Sweater Requires Knitting Skills
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Handmade Tribal Headdresses
Handmade Tribal Headdresses
The 'A Beautiful Mess' DIY Feather Crown Gives Off a Hippie Vibe
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Office Attire-Inspired Purses
Office Attire-Inspired Purses
The BTC Elements Tie Clutch Turns Menswear Into a Fashion Piece
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Heart-Shaped Shoe Clips
Heart-Shaped Shoe Clips
This DIY Project Lets You Accessorize Your Ordinary Footwear
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DIY Chic Footwear Accessories
DIY Chic Footwear Accessories
The DIY Boot Stuffers Fashionably Stop Your Shoes From Falling Over
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DIY Eco-Fashion Accessories
DIY Eco-Fashion Accessories
Recycled Kimono Tie
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Crafty Embellished Jumpers
Crafty Embellished Jumpers
This Pom-Pom Sweater by I Spy DIY Adds Unconventional Fringes
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Incredible DIY Couture
Incredible DIY Couture
Maison Martin Margiela Artisanal Collection 2010 is a Fashionista's Dream
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Crystal Clutch Tutorials
Crystal Clutch Tutorials
The DIY Chandelier Crystal Clutch Mimics Mawi's Latest Fashion
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Affection-Accessorized Sweaters
Affection-Accessorized Sweaters
The Honestly WTF DIY Heart Elbow Patch Adds Quirk to Cardigans
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DIY Dress Cut-Outs
DIY Dress Cut-Outs
Boat People Boutique's 'Ari's Quick Fix Tutorial Feature Knotted Slits
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Homemade Fringed Purses
Homemade Fringed Purses
The DIY Tassel Bag Charm Gives You a Fierce Up-to-Date Look
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Handmade Sci-Fi Heels
Handmade Sci-Fi Heels
These DIY R2-D2 Pumps are Crafty Star Wars Shoes
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DIY Japanese Folding Purses
DIY Japanese Folding Purses
The Origa-me Handbag Snaps Together Like Paper Folding
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DIY Spooky Musical Garments
DIY Spooky Musical Garments
Impress People with This Nightmare Before Christmas Halloween Costume
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Endearing Message Sweaters
Endearing Message Sweaters
This Caught On a Whim DIY Starts a Conversation with Clothing
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DIY Rocker Jacket Embellishments
DIY Rocker Jacket Embellishments
Bejewel Your Leather Jacket with Gold Painted Diamonds
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Subtle Sequin-Patched Sweaters
Subtle Sequin-Patched Sweaters
This 'a pair and a spare' DIY Creation Shimmers with Sophistication
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DIY Swimsuit Coverups
DIY Swimsuit Coverups
This Glitter 'N Glue Tutorial Gets Any Girl Beach Ready
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Stitchless Sequin Clutches
Stitchless Sequin Clutches
This DIY Project Lets You Easily Accentuate Your Purse with Sequins
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Silky Scarf Shorts
Silky Scarf Shorts
These 'a pair and a spare' DIY Bottoms Transform Bandanas Into Stylish Garments
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DIY Leather Studded Skirts
DIY Leather Studded Skirts
This Activity Lets You Make Stylish Designs from Old Clothing
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DIY Neckband Embellishments
DIY Neckband Embellishments
The Stripes + Sequins ‘Pearl Stud Collar’ is Crafty Yet Si
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Shattered Metal Bag Decals
Shattered Metal Bag Decals
This Metal Purse DIY Adds Glittering Spunk to One's Handbag
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Leather Embellishment DIYs
Leather Embellishment DIYs
This Leather Sleeve Tutorial by the Forge Style is Chic
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Abstract-Accented Apparel
Abstract-Accented Apparel
Get Creative with the ‘a pair and spare’ DIY Japanese Obi Pa
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Hand Harness DIYs
Hand Harness DIYs
Emily from Cupcakes and Cashmere Teaches Us a DIY Hand Harness Tutorial
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Thrifty Bedazzled Bags
Thrifty Bedazzled Bags
The 'a pair and a spare' DIY Rhinestone-Embellished Coach Duffle
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DIY Laced-Up Pumps
DIY Laced-Up Pumps
The Brit & Co. Slingbacks Project is a Great Way to Spruce up Old Shoes
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DIY Superheroine Tights
DIY Superheroine Tights
Fight Crime and Be Batgirl with These Easy to Follow Instructions
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Sequin-Encrusted Maxi Skirts
Sequin-Encrusted Maxi Skirts
Light Up Any Room in This 'a pair and a spare' DIY Fashion
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DIY Tin Can Pumps
DIY Tin Can Pumps
The 'Pringle of Scotland' Metal Heels are Urban Chic
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Sleeve Embellishment Tutorials
Sleeve Embellishment Tutorials
The Sequined Sweater DIY Adds Spunk to One's Traditional Garment
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Stylishly Sequined Shorts
Stylishly Sequined Shorts
The 'a pair & a spare' DIY Sequin Shorts Tutorial is Simple
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Couture Footwear DIYs
Couture Footwear DIYs
The Refinery 29 Painterly Pumps Tutorial is Affordably Chic
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DIY Fashion Lessons
DIY Fashion Lessons
‘Built by Wendy' Teaches How To Customize Your Clothes
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Cost-Effective Style
Cost-Effective Style
Looking Great Doesn't Have to Cost a Fortune (SPONSORED)
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DIY Caviar-Capped Kicks
DIY Caviar-Capped Kicks
These 'a pair and a spare' Heels Customize and Update a Classic Shoe Style
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DIY Polka Dot Skirts
DIY Polka Dot Skirts
The 'A Beautiful Mess' Make Your Own High Low Skirt Tutorial is Simple
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Multi-Pocketed DIY Purses
Multi-Pocketed DIY Purses
Carry Around All the Essentials in This 'a pair and a spare' Trio Bag
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DIY Attachable Sleeves
DIY Attachable Sleeves
The Sweater Sleeve Denim Jacket Tutorial Infuses Mixed Fashion Media
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DIY Ruffled Skirts
DIY Ruffled Skirts
This ‘a pair and a spare’ DIY Bottom is Inspired by Top Fashion Des
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DIY Star Swirled Hoodies
DIY Star Swirled Hoodies
Create Your Own Enticingly Glow in the Dark DIY Galaxy Sweatshirts
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DIY Orbit-Inspired Clothing
DIY Orbit-Inspired Clothing
The ‘CooCookaChoo’ Galaxy Booty Shorts are Futuristic
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DIY Stitched Purses
DIY Stitched Purses
Danielle Thompson Shares This Fabulous Vintage Needlepoint Bag Tutorial
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Chic Military-Patterned Purses
Chic Military-Patterned Purses
The ‘a pair and a spare’ DIY Camo Clutch Will Lead a Fa
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DIY Zippered Shirts
DIY Zippered Shirts
The Trash to Couture Tee Stylishly Recycles Your Apparel With a Little Edge
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DIY Rocker-Chic Coats
DIY Rocker-Chic Coats
This Homemade Spiked Trench Coat is Updated from the Burberry Favorite
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DIY Dripping Logo Shirts
DIY Dripping Logo Shirts
Create a DIY Chanel T-shirt Inspired by the Brand's Latest Advertisements
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DIY Designer-Inspired Skirts
DIY Designer-Inspired Skirts
Ladies Wearing the 'a pair and a spare' Lace Skirt Will be Envied
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DIY Circular Painted Leggings
DIY Circular Painted Leggings
The Brit & Co. Polka-Dotted Pants are Stylish and Easy to Make
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