After what feels like endless months spent in sweats and athleisure, we wanted to find ways to upcycle maxi dresses after they’ve been away for some time.
In this quick and convenient DIY job, YouTuber Misfit Mari, shows how she can easily upcycle maxi dresses into a bohemian-style two-piece, complete with a leg slit. In the clip, she jokes, “Did I mention I’m not a professional?” — but all things considered, she makes a strong case for trying out this simple fashion hack at home. The best part? No sewing machine is required!
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In this quick and convenient DIY job, YouTuber Misfit Mari, shows how she easily turned a thrift-store-maxi-dress find into a bohemian-style two piece, complete with a leg slit. In the clip, she jokes, “Did I mention I’m not a professional” — but all things considered, she makes a strong case for trying out this simple fashion hack at home. The best part? No sewing machine is required!
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=yIrlZ2-TFZw
One of YouTube’s most popular DIY fashion content creators, April, aka Coolirpa, shows how to breathe new energy into any garment. Taking inspiration from the current trend for ruched dresses, she shows how to turn a stretchy maxi into a cute, stylish and on-trend mini. Spoiler alert: this project requires more technical ability and a sewing machine.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AyZVcXiry3U
No sewing required?” Music to our ears. In this popular video, a crafty YouTuber shows how to turn a maxi dress into a skirt with absolutely minimum effort — and while there is some sewing involved, it’s absolutely minimal, so just about anyone can try their hand at this makeover. Her hack involves: scissors, stitch witchery, an iron, a damp washcloth, elastic, and a needle and thread. What are you waiting for?
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mxnIn3CdKUw
Even the content creator herself said she was “surprised [at] how easy this was.” Sounds like the motivation we need! Take any dress you have, preferably one with a zipper, and this project will take you less than 30 minutes. BRB, we’re going to give upcycling maxi dresses a try ASAP.
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