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Scoring spring's top trends doesn't necessarily demand a mile-long credit line or a big paycheck -- Lemondrop helps you turn your cast-off clothes into hot-off-the-runway remixes.

We've all paid a ridiculous amount of money for clever statement tees that a) aren't that clever to begin with, and b) could have been done in our kitchen with a cheapo Hanes tee and an iron. So what's stopping you? We show you how to become an iron-on maiden.

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Iron-on letters or images are the easiest (read: no "Proj Runway" skills involved) way to jazz up a blah tee or tote. We love Rikrak's stash of cheerful vintage iron-on letters, numbers, hearts and more -- just slap one on a tote for a splash of color, or to have your own private "Laverne & Shirley" moment. Dutch Trade Shop, meanwhile, takes the cake with a staggering assortment of iron-on letters (including varsity and Olde English fonts!) and images, such as skulls, stars, butterflies and more.

Thirsty for more DIY designs? Check out Kingi Carpenter's Silkscreen Workshop DVD for tips on making your own silkscreens, or grab Ed Roth's Stencil 101 and some fabric paint and trace your way to the top of the best-dressed list.

Tell Us: Got any DIY secrets you want to share? Let's hear 'em!

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