# DIY Tee Upcycling Megan Nicolay Transforms Tees into the Next Best Thing By TopDog | Published 2010-01-31 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/megan-nicolay References: [techeblog](http://www.techeblog.com/index.php/tech-gadget/threadbanger-transforms-old-t-shirts-into-scarves) & [oko-organic-clothing.blogspot](http://oko-organic-clothing.blogspot.com/2010/01/diy-threadbanger-scarves.html) If you are looking for a way to upgrade your wardrobe but are cash-challenged, Megan Nicolay from Generation-T will show you some awesome DIY tips to create your own cool and personal [upcycled couture](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regeneration-nation). Utilizing the simplest pieces from any [outdated wardrobe](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/closet-clearout-challenge), and a pair of sharp scissors, you can transform your unwanted items into the next best thing, some cool [shredded couture accessories](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/freaks-store-1). If you need a little help transforming your tees into your own signature line of personal DIY shredded threads, watch Megan Nicolay do it in the video. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.9/10 - Popularity: 41% | Activity: 98% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Upcycling Clothes:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation in the fashion industry by creating new business models centered around upcycling old clothes. - **DIY Fashion:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation within the retail industry by offering DIY clothing-making classes and materials for consumers to create their own fashion. - **Shredded Couture Accessories:** There is an opportunity for disruptive innovation within the accessories industry by focusing on creating shredded couture accessories from upcycled materials. ### Who This Affects Most - **Fashion:** The fashion industry can take advantage of the growing trend of upcycling clothes by creating sustainable and environmentally friendly clothing designs. - **Retail:** Retail companies can offer DIY clothing-making classes and materials to customers as a way to provide a unique shopping experience and increase customer engagement. - **Accessories:** The accessories industry can focus on creating shredded couture accessories from upcycled materials to appeal to environmentally conscious consumers. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Sustainably-Focused Experimental Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/upcycled-fashion-collection.md) - [Elevated Fall Basics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/alyson-eastman.md) - [Closet-Clearing Challenges](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/closet-clearout-challenge.md) - [In-Store DIY Packaging Stations](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/packaging-station.md) - [Upcycled Napkin Cargo Pants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chipotle-napkin-cargo-pants.md) - [Retail Overconsumption Campaigns](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/coachtopia-1.md) - [Gen Z Crafting Events](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/crafternoon.md) - [Gen X-Targeted Fashion Labels](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regalo-studios.md) - [Sustainable Clothing Collections](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/regeneration-nation.md)