10 easy ways to transform old band T-shirts into something new
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After a while, the inevitable happens to a music fan: Those band T-shirts that you waited an hour for in a merch line or meticulously chose off the wall at Hot Topic begin to stack up and lose their luster. But there’s no reason they should waste away on a shelf—inject new life into that All Time Low T-shirt from 2009 with these 10 easy repurposing ideas below.
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Tote bag
Want to switch out that old backpack and also show off your love for Pierce The Veil? Try out this no-sew T-shirt tote bag tutorial. It only requires a pair of scissors and some patience.
Corset T-shirt
As the photo above explains, just grab a slice of ribbon and a T-shirt you want to refresh, cut some tiny holes in the back and weave to create a corset effect.
Pillow
Make your old band T-shirt a talking piece with these simple sew or no-sew pillow tutorials.
Quilt/blanket
Display all your favorite band T-shirts in one place by sewing together a T-shirt quilt, a perfect accent to your poster-covered bedroom walls.
Art
Speaking of those walls, frame your favorite Green Day merch with T-shirt art, a classy addition to your bedroom decor. All you need is a canvas, scissors, a staple gun and a few minutes.
Scarf
We hate to remind you, but winter is fast approaching. Add a cozy and cool addition to your warm wardrobe with a recycled band T-shirt scarf, needing only scissors and some sewing.
Crop top and spray paint
However, enjoy those last couple weeks of summer by transforming an old band T-shirt into a crop top with a dash of spray paint. Use scissors to cut off the T-shirt’s bottom, and then add something extra with spray paint on a stenciled design or just freestyle.
Necklace pendant
Cut out smaller, more intricate designs from old band T-shirts to create necklace pendants with cardboard (such as from a cereal box), needle, thread and scissors.
Lace insert
Revamp your old T-shirt by adding lace inserts. Cut out shapes in either the side or the back, and sew some lace from a craft store inside.
Vest
A particularly great idea for long-sleeved merch with designs on the back, this shirt vest tutorial includes easy-to-follow, step-by-step diagrams.
