Common upcycling mistakes and fixes
Wonky lines and wrong sizes.
- Wonky hem: cut front and back separately along a ruled line.
- Too short: remember the hem takes length.
- Cushion too small: leave seam allowance all round.
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10 things I wished I'd known before I began upcycling clothing! (20:24)
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All checked 1 November 2026. We read these; we did not test the products ourselves.