When it comes to the ugly Christmas sweater, the uglier the better, especially if you are attending a party that will likely have a contest and are looking for first place. There are sweaters that don’t look too bad and if you buy one and feel like it needs some changes, then there are simple changes that you can manage to make it even uglier. For a unique ugly sweater, you can find a simple sweater and make decorations on your own to create a masterpiece that won’t be found anywhere else. Whichever way you go, here are helpful tips that will make that sweater turn heads due to its ugliness.
1. Cut out different holiday shapes by tracing felt and using small templates. You can cut out the letter if you want to spell something on the sweater to make a statement that is in line with the event. You can be as creative as you want with your cutouts.
2. Add a creative gold bead necklace. It’s versatile and you’ll love the added feature in your sweater around the neckline and you can even add a bangs or trim a tree to complete the look. A good idea is to apply the glue to the sweater first and then place the gold beads on it and allow it to dry long enough.
2. Use any additional Christmas decorations you have on the sweater. You can use ties on the sweater to make it even more sticky and not only on the front of the sweater but also on the back. Ribbons can be good for writing words or for adorning the sweater. You go overboard and glue some snowdrops and ornaments normally expected on the Christmas tree.
3. Personalize your sweater by adding a funny photo. It can be yours or friends and you can complete it with painted text or cut out letters to add your text creatively.
4. Sew tacky Christmas items onto your ugly Christmas sweater to make it stand out. You can wear anything from a stuffed reindeer, a sock wreath, or a Santa hat. When adding items, remember that size can determine the end result, as larger items take up most of the space. The secret is to select items that won’t weigh down your sweater.
5. Add collars or shoulder pads to the sweater. A turtleneck that is a different color than the sweater can be a great addition to your ugly Christmas sweater. An easy way to add a collar is to trim it from old shirts before sewing or simply wear a collared garment under your sweater.
6. Use different accessories to complete the ugly Christmas sweater look. You can throw Christmas-themed earrings, goofy glasses, socks, gloves, plaid pants, hats, scarves, and other pieces that are appropriate.