There's no better time to start cleaning out your closet to make room for new seasonal attire, but if you're looking to make use out of your old and outdated clothes, then these DIY embellishment projects are offering some great tips on how to revamp items with some glittery accessories.
While purchasing a new purse or pair of jeans from the mall is definitely one way to add items to your wardrobe, these DIY projects are a more cost-effective alternative that allows individuals to customize designs to their taste. By simply adding embellishments such as glitter, studs, buttons or crocheted patterns, you can easily transform an outdated piece of clothing into a brand new design.
From DIY bedazzled beanies to crafty embellished jumpers, these DIY projects will definitely keep fashionistas busy adding their own personal touches on these pieces of apparel.
40 DIY Embellishment Projects
From DIY Chain-Accented Shades to Bejeweled Jean Collars:
Tana Makmanee — Jul 31, 2013 — Art & Design
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Vibrantly Accented DIY Handbags
This Activity Lets You Turn Out-of-Date Purses into Colorful Items
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DIY Feathered Heels
This 'A Pair and A Spare' Shoe Tutorial Takes Flight
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DIY Bead-Embellished Blouses
Blogger Make My Lemonade Encourages Sparkly Beaded Printed Blouses
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Sleeve Embellishment Tutorials
The Sequined Sweater DIY Adds Spunk to One's Traditional Garment
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Shattered Metal Bag Decals
This Metal Purse DIY Adds Glittering Spunk to One's Handbag
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DIY Lavishly Bold Rings
Make Your Own OZ-Inspired Crystal Ball Ring with This Easy Do it Yourself
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Floral Accessory Tutorials
The DIY Embellished Sunglasses Cupcakes and Cashmere Post is Homemade
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Vibrant DIY Turf Collars
This Peter Pan Collar is Perfect for Spring and Easy-to-Make
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DIY Zippered Shirts
The Trash to Couture Tee Stylishly Recycles Your Apparel With a Little Edge
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DIY Feline Fashion
The IDIY Cat Sweater Tutorial Works with Pet Styles
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DIY Dotted Menswear Attire
This Tutorial Turns an Average Shirt into a Colorful Ensemble
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DIY Vintage Accessories
The DIY Pearl Collar Adds Some Bling to Any Outfit
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Glamorously Gleaming Apparel
The 'a pair & a spare' DIY Sequin Blazer Will Dress Up Any Outfit
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Bejeweled Jean Collars
Honestly WTF Creates a Thrifty DIY Embellished Denim Shirt
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Affection-Accessorized Sweaters
The Honestly WTF DIY Heart Elbow Patch Adds Quirk to Cardigans
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DIY Button-Accented Collars
Utilize Colorful Buttons to Make a Stylish Collar with This Tutorial
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DIY Neckband Embellishments
The Stripes + Sequins ‘Pearl Stud Collar’ is Crafty Yet Si
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DIY Crystal-Encrusted Kicks
This Crafty Project Turns an Average Pair of Shoes into a Sleek Design
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Sci-Fi Denim Jacket Accents
This DIY Activity Turns an Average Jean Jacket into a Galactic Scene
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Endearing Message Sweaters
This Caught On a Whim DIY Starts a Conversation with Clothing
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DIY Bedazzled Beanies
These Beautifully Accented Hats Make a Bold Fashion Statement
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Radiant Restructured Jewelry
The Bromeliad DIY Necklace is Created from Unworn Trinkets
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DIY Sheer Sleeve Shirts
This Activity Turns an Ordinary Tee into a Chic Summer Ensemble
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DIY Snow Plow Shoes
Why Shovel the Driveway When You Can Foot Plow the Snow Instead?
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Crystal Clutch Tutorials
The DIY Chandelier Crystal Clutch Mimics Mawi's Latest Fashion
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Crafty Embellished Jumpers
This Pom-Pom Sweater by I Spy DIY Adds Unconventional Fringes
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Stitchless Sequin Clutches
This DIY Project Lets You Easily Accentuate Your Purse with Sequins
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DIY Chain-Accented Shades
These Creatively Chained Sunglasses are Chic and Practical to Wear
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80s Diva Stockings
These DIY Tights from The Rookie are Delightfully Adorable
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Sun-Activated Dye Purses
This DIY Bag Tutorial Uses Inkodye and the Sun to Naturally Dye a Purse
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DIY Lip Gloss Holders
This Lip-Shaped Holder is Perfect for Your Chapstick Storing Needs
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Leather Embellishment DIYs
This Leather Sleeve Tutorial by the Forge Style is Chic
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DIY Glitter Magnets
This Decor Will Add a Color Among Announcements on the Fridge
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Fringed Bow Tie Tutorials
The DIY Bow and Tassel Collar is a Mix of Boho and Chic Fashions
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Upcycled Sparkle Brogues
The 'DIY Glitter Oxfords' is a Lesson in Refurbishing
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Beautifully Embellished DIY Collars
These Simple-to-Make Lace Collars are Perfect for Summer
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DIY Neon Purses
The Runway DIY Lace Clutches are Edgy and Stylish
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Lotus-Embellished Book Bags
This DIY Flower Tote is Ready for Spring and Perfectly Playful
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DIY Sophisticated Sliced Shirts
This Anna Evers Woven Sleeves DIY is Absurdly Easy to Make
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Colorfully Accented Straw Hats
Turn an Ordinary Hat into a Chic Summer Accessory with This Guide
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Electrifying 60s Editorials
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DIY Lavishly Bold Rings
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Glitzy DIY Garter Belts
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Vibrant DIY Turf Collars
This Peter Pan Collar is Perfect for Spring and Easy-to-Make
DIY Zippered Shirts
The Trash to Couture Tee Stylishly Recycles Your Apparel With a Little Edge
DIY Floral Headbands
These Flower-Accented Headpieces are Simple and Easy to Make
Handmade Illuminated Signs
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DIY Dotted Menswear Attire
This Tutorial Turns an Average Shirt into a Colorful Ensemble
DIY Rawhide Hairbands
The Cupcakes and Cashmere Leather Hair Tie Tutorial is Custom
Personalized Clutch Products
The 'My DIY Quote Tote' Spins Kate Spade's Latest Look
DIY Rope-Made Bracelets
These Colorful Bangles are Easily Constructed from Items Around Your Home
Suave Elegance Editorials
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Nasal Sunglass Stands
Keep Eyewear Organized on a Funky Nose Glasses Display
DIY Geometric Wall Decals
This DIY Geometric Wall Art Livens Up Any Room Without Permanent Change
Multi-Pocketed DIY Purses
Carry Around All the Essentials in This 'a pair and a spare' Trio Bag
DIY Kitty Accented Shoes
This Clever Project Lets You Add Some Feline Touches to Your Footwear
Handmade Sci-Fi Heels
These DIY R2-D2 Pumps are Crafty Star Wars Shoes
Blooming Cadaver Art
The Linda Tsai Leather Skull Sculptures are Hauntingly Beautiful
Sarcastically Thought-Provoking Tees
Skim Milk Clothing Makes Limited Edition Provocative Shirts
Recycled Skateboard Sunglasses (UPDATE)
The New Proof Sunglasses are the Perfect Summer Sunnies
Magnetic Smartphone Power Banks
The Case-Sticky-On External Battery is Conveniently Slim
DIY Egg Magnets
These Concrete Egg Magnets Will Nest Every Paper Clip in Sight
Crescent Moon Cuff Jewelry
WWAKE Choker Necklaces are Charming Metal Rings Molded by Hand
Jet Pack Snow Blowers
German Engineers Develop the Ultimate Way to Clear Sidewalks
Over-Exaggerated Ocular Art
Svenja Jödicke’s Paintings of Eyes are a Must See
DIY Punk Rock Bracelets
These Spiked Wristbands are Perfect for Any Hardcore Rocker
Air-Freshener Shirts
This Jason Wu Collaboration with Nate Lowman Smells Amazing
Eccentric Bedazzled Sunglasses
The SPANGLED S/S 2013 Collection Preview is Jazzy
DIY Floral Necklaces
This Activity Uses Real Flowers to Make a Beautifully Unique Accessory Piece
DIY Color Chip Lighting
The Paint Swatch Chandelier Combines Crafty and Chic
Brilliantly Bold Body Baubles
The Tauka Statement Jewelry Collection is Lustrously Dazzling
DIY Buzzworthy Shoe Accents
This Simple Activity Turns a Pair of Flats into a Summery Design
DIY Dip-Dyed Packaging
Design Mom Blog Shows How to Make Cute Valentine's Gift Wrapping Bags
Heart-Shaped Shoe Clips
This DIY Project Lets You Accessorize Your Ordinary Footwear
Elaborate Coral Collars
Flower Explosion Necklaces Emulate the Beauty of the Oceans' Treasures
Hand-Holding Shirt Designs
The Hand Shirt Will Give Anyone a Hand When They Need It
Endearing Message Sweaters
This Caught On a Whim DIY Starts a Conversation with Clothing
Inspirational Quotation Attire
The Vision Test T-shirt by Random Objects Quotes Helen Keller
Color-Enhancing Sunglasses
EnChroma Sunglasses are the First Lenses That Don't Block Color
DIY Papercraft Rings
Sarah Kate Burgess' Paper Jewelry Designs are Fresh and Funky
DIY Stackable Gradient Candle Holders
These Cement Tea Light Holders are Darkening Shades of Gray
Upcycled Clothing Cushions
The DIY Sweater Pillow Makes Use of Your Old Clothes
Magnetic Cooking Utensils
The Smool Kitchen Tools Keep Spaces Uncluttered
Iconic 3D-Printed Spectacles
The PQ Springs Collection Features the First Pair of Monolithic Specs
Custom Interchangeable Eyewear
The UNIQBROW Sunglasses Let Wearers Change Lens and Frames
DIY Ruffled Skirts
This ‘a pair and a spare’ DIY Bottom is Inspired by Top Fashion Des
Feminized DIY Cables
Decorative Power Cords by Natalie Shriver Upgrades Unmanageable Wires
Beaded Mustache Brooches
This Fun DIY Activity Lets You Make These Hairy Accessories From Beads
DIY Mini Leather Pouches
This Crafty DIY Clutch is Great For Going Out
Aquatic-Inspired Shades
The Oakley 'Frogskin Aquatique' Collection is Rad
Seriously Old Sunglasses
These Wooden Shades Add Some Distinct Character to Your Wardrobe
Time-Measuring Wrist Candy
Brit+Co's Watch Wrap Bracelets are a Useful Accessory Creation
LED-Printed Posters
The Impressively Thin L-INK Lamp Provides Ornamentation and Illumination
DIY Fancy Lace Chokers
Add a Feminine Touch to Any Outfit with This Lace Bib Necklace
DIY Hair Bow Bracelets
This Creative Project Turns an Ordinary Hair Clip into a Sleek Accessory
Sun-Drenched Spring Campaigns
The Canali Spring/Summer 2013 Line Pinpoints What Gentlemen Wear
Realistic Blossom Sculptures
Porcelain Flowers Don't Need to be Pruned or Watered
Miniature Magnetized Phalluses
Phallic Toys by Kit Cameo Brings a Hard Edge to Magnets
Eccentrically Layered Editorials
The David F****** Young! Exclusive Exudes Unconventional Elegance
Pretty St. Patrick's Day Barrettes
This DIY Hair Accessory Gives Any Outfit a Touch of Irish Flair
DIY Chain-Accented Shades
These Creatively Chained Sunglasses are Chic and Practical to Wear
DIY Crocheted Floral Headpieces
These Feminine Headbands are Colorful and Easy-to-Make
Punk Tattoo-Inspired Tees
Wolf Peach Clothing Uses Tattoo Ideas to Make Awesome Graphic T-Shirts
Sci-Fi Lightsaber Shades
These Star Wars Light-Up Sunglasses are for Those Who Feel the Force
Retro Seafaring Sunglasses
The Louis Vuitton 2013 Spring/Summer Dave Sunglasses are Chic
DIY Lace-Covered Pins
This Activity Lets You Turn an Average Clay Pin into an Elegant Design
DIY Spectacle Sacks
Learn How to Make a Stylish Sunglasses Pouch Just in Time for Spring
Frilly DIY Sunglass Pouches
This Easy-to-Make Bag is Perfect for Storing Sunnies in the Summer
DIY Party Straw Hats
This Fun DIY Activity Creates Simple Party Accessories for Kids and Adults
DIY Fingerprint Cushions
Be Prepared to Get Your Hands Dirty for This DIY Cushion Design
Cop-Confusing Car Pranks
This Fake Snow Car was Issued a Ticket by German Police
Furry Feline Accessories
The Mini Manes Cat Collars from Etsy will Make Your Kitty Fashionable
Luxuriously Embellished Collars
These Eleven Objects Creations Feature Sharp Shirtless Accessories
Crafty Bow Tie Necklaces
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Retro Skeletal Sunglasses
The Cheap Monday Spring/Summer 2013 Accessories Collection is Chunky
Children's Book-Inspired Tees
This Alice in Wonderland T-Shirt is Perfect for a Mad Tea Party
Stone-Carved Sunglasses
Shwood Designed these Frames by Fusing Raw Earth Elements
DIY Cyborg Bug Kits
The 'RoboRoach' Kit Lets You Enslave a Cockroach Using Neurosurgery
DIY Banana Split Cheesecake
These Party Desserts Require No Baking and Will Satisfy a Sweet Tooth
Upcycled Skateboard Eyewear
Sk8Shades Produces Hand-Made Eyewear in a Garage in South Africa
Task Reminding Time Tellers
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Repurposed Placemat Purses
This 'Henry Happened' DIY Tote Has a Hippy Feel to It
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These Sunglasses by Monte Cool are Designed to Last
Lightweight Minimalist Sunglasses
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Contemporary Magician Captures
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Anti-Drowning Collars
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