Are you looking for fresh, unique ways to spruce up your home decor? If so, look no further than the rising trend of upcycling old apparel and linens! Upcycling is a fantastic way to give new life to second-hand or vintage pieces without becoming overwhelmed by painting furniture, reupholstering chairs, or taking a hit on your wallet.

Let’s dive into inspiring ideas utilizing some of your favorite apparel and linen fabrics around the house by turning them into decorative accent pieces that will make any room shine brighter!

Start Small

Begin with the basics. If you don’t want to buy new curtains, why not repurpose some old linens? You can make the perfect length curtains for any window size utilizing strips or segments of contrasting fabrics of your favorite colors. Another great way to repurpose linens is to make covers for your throw pillows. Simply measure the pillow size, cut and sew a fabric square around it – voilà, you’ve got an upcycled (and unique) cushion!

Repurpose Old Apparel for Your Home Decor

You can also use old apparel items to breathe new life into your home decor. For example, you can take old T-shirts and turn them into rugs! All you need to do is cut the shirts into strips and braid or crochet them together. In just a few simple steps, you’ve transformed what could have been a pile of clothes you’re ready to throw away into a cute statement piece for a room in your house. 

Remember to get creative with those buttons! Whether it’s a unique wall hanging or a one-of-a-kind necklace, there are plenty of ways to upcycle your old buttons into trendy pieces.

Conclusion

Upcycling doesn’t have to be limited to the indoors – you can spruce up outdoor furniture too!

Cut an old t-shirt into a long strip, then weave an interesting pattern through the back of outdoor chairs or benches for added texture and style. And if you want to give your outdoor furniture some extra oomph, try using fabric scraps as colorful fringe along the edges – perfect for instantly updating a dull patio set. Pull out your old linens today and get creative today!