Refashioning Through the Years: 14 Easy DIY Shirt Makeovers from My Preloved Past
What do Berlin in 2012 and Toronto in 2025 have in common?
A closet full of shirts and a whole lotta refashion magic.
This tutorial compilation is a decade-spanning deep dive into my DIY shirt obsession – from my early days of blogging and upcycling in Germany to my current Toronto studio setup.
Whether you’ve got thrifted button-downs, boring basics, or shirts you “might wear someday,” I’ve got 14 beginner-friendly refashions to turn them into sustainable style statements. There’s no wrong way to DIY, just fearless fun with scissors, stitching, and a splash of sarcasm!
Watch the full video below and explore my No Sew Power Pack and Sewing Basics eBook – for even more eco-fashion goodness!
Give your old tops a second chance at fabulous! These 14 DIY shirt refashions, from quick no-sew projects to bold upcycled transformations, will help you create your dream wardrobe without spending a dime.
Watch how I take thrifted and forgotten garments and linens and turn them into stylish new pieces with simple, beginner-friendly techniques. Whether you sew or not, you’ll find something to try!
Find all of my Refashionista goodies right here!
