Upcycle clothes: Turn a dress into a wrap dress or wrap skirt
How to Alter and Upcycle Clothes series
Wrap dresses and wrap skirts are flattering, adjustable, and a fantastic way to give new life to clothes you already own.
In the video below, I share three practical ideas for transforming oversized or second-hand dresses into wrap dresses and a wrap skirt. These projects are beginner-friendly and focus on reusing existing features like buttons, sashes, and hems, making them ideal if you enjoy sewing, clothes upcycling, and sustainable fashion.
In this video, part of my How to Alter and Upcycle Clothes series, I’ll explain:
- how to turn a button-front dress into a wrap dress
- how to convert an oversized dress into a wrap dress
- how to make a wrap skirt from a dress
- what makes a garment suitable for wrap designs
- tips for preventing gaping and fraying
Join a sewing class or clothes upcycling workshop
Do you want to start upcycling, altering and refashioning clothes you already own or ones you find thrift shopping?
I teach practical sewing, clothes alteration, upcycling and dressmaking skills that help you extend the life of your wardrobe, save money and reduce textile waste. Instead of discarding garments that no longer fit, are damaged or simply don’t suit your style, you can learn how to alter, repair and reinvent them into pieces you’ll love wearing again.
Whether you’re completely new to sewing or looking to build on existing skills, my small-group workshops provide hands-on guidance in a friendly and supportive environment.
Classes are held on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and are suitable for beginners. You can bring your own sewing machine or use one of mine.
If you’d like to learn how to create less waste and get more value from your wardrobe, I’d love to welcome you to a class.
