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15 Ways to Repurpose or Restyle T-Shirts

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Are you looking for ways to use those t-shirts that you’ve been holding on to but can’t wear anymore? Use it up, make it do or do without is a main principle that anyone interested in frugal living adhere’s to. So here’s how to repurpose those old t-shirts . (Use it up!)  Check out these 15 ways you can upcycle those old shirts!

Are you looking for ways to use those t-shirts that you've been holding on to but can't wear anymore? Here's how to repurpose old t-shirts. We are featuring 15 ways you can upcycle those old shirts!

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There are so many possibilities when it comes to repurposing t-shirts! Hopefully you’ll find some inspiration as you browse through the ideas below.

How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Repurposed t-shirts made into a wreath - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

LOVE this colorful t-shirt wreath! Directions @ Blair’s Blessings

Repurposed t-shirts made into a dress - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

I just thought this was gorgeous! Make a t-shirt flower dress- directions @ Stars for Streetlights

Repurposed t-shirts made into pom poms - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Make t-shirt pom poms. Directions @  Craftaholics Anonymous

How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Love this idea! Re-style a t-shirt with socks. Directions @  I Am Momma Hear Me Roar

Repurposed t-shirts made into pillows - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

T-shirts would make such cute pillows! Directions @  The Mod Girl

Repurposed t-shirts made into a dog toy - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Repurpose a t-shirt into a dog toy. Directions @ The Bark Post

How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Turn 2 t-shirts into a cute summer t-shirt dress! Directions @ Trinkets In Bloom

Repurposed t-shirts made into yarn - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Make t-shirt “yarn” and then crochet something! Directions @ Craft Passion

re-styled braided neck t-shirt

T-shirts are pretty easy to re-style. Braided neck t-shirt directions @ Her New Leaf

Repurposed t-shirts made into a bracelet - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Recycled t-shirt bracelet. Directions @ KimberCrafts

Repurposed t-shirts made into a rag rug - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

Repurposed t-shirt rag rug. Directions @  Molly Kay Stoltz

Repurposed t-shirts made into a necklace - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

T-shirt necklace. Directions @ Whole Living

Repurposed t-shirts made into wall art - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

This would be cute for a kids room! T-shirt wall art directions @ Crafts ‘n Coffee

How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

This cute ruffled t-shirt made from 2 t-shirts. Directions @ 30 Handmade Days

Repurposed t-shirts made into a braided rainbow rug - How To Repurpose Old T-Shirts

This beautiful rainbow rug is made from t-shirt yarn. Braided rug @ Sew Liberated

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Comments

    • Manuela says

      October 26, 2013 at 4:03 pm

      I love the wreath too! I know I’ve seen that type of wreath made out of different fabric strips so it’s just an all around great idea for using up whatever kind of fabric you have laying around.

  4. Vickie says

    October 25, 2013 at 10:07 am

    I’ve been Pinning photos of those cute braided rugs and I hope I can find the time to make one. I pulled out all my husband’s old shirts that were on their way to the thrift store to save for the project. Lots of fun ideas here! Thanks for sharing, Manuela.

    • Manuela says

      October 26, 2013 at 4:01 pm

      I love the braided rug! If you read her post it sounds like it took her a while to make it but I would think it’s so worth it. It’s so gorgeous!

  5. Pamela Gordon says

    October 25, 2013 at 10:14 am

    I love the wreath and the rag rug and the neck ‘jewellry’. The framed t shirt fronts are great for a child’s favourite that may be outgrown. Great ideas!

    • Manuela says

      October 26, 2013 at 4:01 pm

      The wreath and the braided rug are my favorites. That’s a cute idea you had for the framed t-shirt!

    • Manuela says

      October 26, 2013 at 3:59 pm

      You welcome Pat! I love researching repurposing ideas. I’m always amazed at how inventive people are.

  7. Glenda says

    October 25, 2013 at 1:03 pm

    Lots of cute ideas. I watched a woman make a necklace out of t shirt strips and worked beads into the design, a few years ago. So cute.
    Have a great weekend.

  8. Ruth Cobb says

    October 31, 2013 at 2:32 pm

    I love the Tshirt dressed and the dog toy. How about a bandana for the dog’s collar, particularly with the DIY flea treatments on them.

    I’ll have to get brave enough to try these.

    Thanks

  9. Sharon says

    October 31, 2013 at 7:16 pm

    Wow — the T-Shirt Flower Dress is amazing! I’m honored to have my T-Shirt Wall Art included in this mix. It’s so easy and really, pretty simplistic! But fun. Thank you! Sharon

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