Upcycle your leggings into a great top!

by Shirley Marie Bradby

October 27, 2016

Upcycle your leggings into a great top!
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Leggings are a very versatile type of pants that are suitable for sports activities but they have also become a popular fashion trend! There are leggings available in every color and material, and it is difficult to find a woman who does not have various pairs of leggings in her closet. 

You will be pleased to know that your beloved leggings have another use -- they can be transformed in a few minutes and with only one cut into another garment. 

1. Lay the leggings on a flat surface.

1. Lay the leggings on a flat surface.

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2. Fold them in half so that the legs match perfectly.

2. Fold them in half so that the legs match perfectly.

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3. Using a pair of scissors make a cut as shown in the image -- but DO NOT OVERDO IT! Begin by removing a small piece, you will always have the possibility to enlarge the opening.

3. Using a pair of scissors make a cut as shown in the image -- but DO NOT OVERDO IT! Begin by removing a small piece, you will always have the possibility to enlarge the opening.

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Done! Your leggings have become a top!

Done! Your leggings have become a top!

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You can proceed to shorten the sleeves to your liking . . .

You can proceed to shorten the sleeves to your liking . . .

Here is the entire procedure presented in a very clear and simple manner:

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