How to Recycle a long-waisted, short-sleeved shirt into a lovely summer dress

The most gifted and inventive fashion designers and DIY artists see the potential in things other people would overlook or deem trash. DIY guru Gianny L, for instance, takes everything from men's underwear to oversized t-shirts and turns them into fashionable clothing for women.

Watch this DIY tutorial to learn how to turn your boyfriend's too large sleeveless button-down shirt into a breezy summer dress with a cinched bodice. This dress is a great way to dress appropriately for the season while saving cash!

Snag a long sleeved shirt from a thrift store or your boyfriend's closet, then follow along as this tutorial shows you how to cut off the collar and sleeves, and then make a few more alterations to end up with your own summer dress