Each girl has in her wardrobe old T-shirts that he no longer wears. They can be used to create stylish, original and useful things. What can be done from an old T-shirt? Various wardrobe items, attractive accessories, beautiful hats and scarves. There are a lot of ideas for rework today.
We turn an old T-shirt into a fashionable and beautiful
Old t-shirt can be decorated with fashionable decor to make it beautiful and attractive. Today, designers offer many master classes. You do not need to have special skills, just be patient.
If you like beautiful bows and flowers, then you can create an attractive decor yourself or purchase them in a specialized shop. The bow can be sewn on the shoulder or tied at the waist. For the embodiment of the romantic bow suit T-shirt with a spectacular flower.
An old T-shirt can be decorated with a stylish print. You can apply thermoapplication or paint a beautiful picture yourself if you are a creative person.
To create a new model, do not be afraid to experiment using scissors. You can cut the bottom of a T-shirt into thin strips, and then merge them into several rows. Get a spectacular pattern.
Attractive and sexy looking model with an open back. It is necessary to make several horizontal cuts on the back of the T-shirt, and then tie each strip in the center with a small piece of fabric or simply tie it in a knot. The result is a few charming bows. Such a T-shirt will definitely help attract the eyes of men.
What can I sew?
Today you can find a lot of master classes, which describes in detail how to create stylish and fashionable things from a regular T-shirt. For everyday bows, a sleeveless jacket would be a great solution.
For sports you can turn a t-shirt into a wrestler.
To update the summer wardrobe, you can turn an unnecessary Japanese T-shirt into a spectacular sundress.
For hot days, t-shirt shorts are a good solution.
For travel, you can sew a few swimsuits to look every day at 100 percent.
You can even meet workshops, which tells how to make a fashionable cardigan.
And, of course, for sweet dreams from old T-shirts, you can sew a soft nightie for a little princess.
Consider below how to create attractive wardrobe items from an old T-shirt.
Top
How to sew a seductive top? Everything is very simple:
- It is necessary to cut off the sleeve on one side and the collar and the second sleeve diagonally on the other;
- Cut the bottom of the product horizontally to achieve the required length;
- The shoulder can be decorated with a ring. To do this, cut the shoulder in the middle. We fix each edge of the product with pins around the ring, and then sew it with threads.
Bolero
With an old T-shirt you can sew an attractive bolero. To do this, you need a thread and a cord to the color of the product.
The process is as follows:
- Cut the shirt vertically in the front center.
- Cut off the collar.
- Bend all the edges of the formed one centimeter and flash to get the so-called "tunnel".
- Through the "tunnel" you need to stretch the lace, and then pull it off and tie it in the center to the bow.
Skirt
T-shirt made of thick knitwear, which keeps the shape perfectly, you can sew a pencil skirt. It perfectly fits the figure, gives the silhouette of femininity.
The process is as follows:
- First you need to make a pattern or use the already finished pencil skirt, which is ideally suited to your size;
- The silhouette of the pattern or the finished product must be transferred to a T-shirt using chalk;
- Using scissors, you need to cut the front and back part, not forgetting to leave small seam allowances;
- It is necessary to carefully connect these two parts with pins, and then flash them using a zigzag stitch. A good choice would be a small step with a large stitch;
- From the remnants of the fabric, you can sew a belt. If you use excess material on the sides of a T-shirt, then it is worth cutting out two identical strips, the length of which will correspond to half the girth of your waist. Then the strips need to be stitched together with the same stitch;
- The bottom edge of the T-shirt is used as a hem, so it does not need to be further processed;
- To the belt was sitting tight on the skirt, you can additionally push the elastic tape into it.
Blouse
A plain t-shirt can be an attractive blouse:
- First you need to shorten a T-shirt, cutting off the bottom edge. It should only reach the girdle;
- On the back of the product you need to cut a very deep neckline;
- Excess fabric should be cut into long, narrow strips and make them straps;
- The lower edge of the blouse should be processed on a sewing machine;
- Now you can start decorating your blouse. First you need to sew one strap horizontally between the shoulders;
- Drop down two centimeters from the shoulder seams;
- To decorate the blouse you need to sew another four straps. They will have different lengths. Each next will be 8-10 centimeters less than the previous;
- The straps are sewn to the horizontal straps, forming a semicircle, while it is necessary to withstand a step of two centimeters on each side.
A large t-shirt can be altered in a model with a basque or stitched lantern sleeves.
Tunic
Using lace, from a T-shirt you can sew a delightful and comfortable tunic:
- It is necessary to take a long T-shirt and sew her shoulder seams, and then carefully cut the sleeves along the upper bend;
- The upper part of the front half must be aligned straight;
- To the sleeves should sew a strip of lace. Actions are performed on two sleeves. This will make them wider;
- Lace must be sewn in such a way that the result is a so-called “boat”;
- At the waist it is necessary to make a drawstring, and then stretch the braid through it.
We make hats and scarves
Scarf
From old t-shirts, you can create original scarves that will revive the usual bow, bring new colors and notes of uniqueness. Such a stylish accessory can be made with just a pair of scissors.
The process of making a scarf:
- You must take a T-shirt and cut off the sleeves, and also make cuts along the side seams;
- From the resulting pieces of fabric should cut a lot of long strips. To do this, cut to the size of the product, creating a kind of snake. The process must start at the bottom. The strips can be of different widths;
- The strips should be stretched carefully, they should look like “spaghetti” in appearance. They also need a little twist;
- To decide on a long scarf, the strips need to be wound around the neck, adjusting the length and number of turns;
- The joint should be fixed - tie into a knot or sew together and decorate with stylish decor.
Hats
Many craftswomen sew hats from t-shirts. It is ideal for sewing bandanas, balaclava or arafatka.
Having only scissors and glue, you can create a stylish bandage on his head. The manufacturing process involves several steps:
- You need to take a T-shirt and spread it on a flat surface. In the center of the product you need to cut two strips, the width of which should be about three centimeters. Each strip should be double;
- After these strips should be well stretched, while they do not need to expand, and hold the two layers. When stretching the ends will wrap;
- Creates a loop from one strip, and the second is placed above it, giving it a U-shape, with the ends must be at the top. And we perform the pattern as in the photo, carefully tightening each end;
- The loose ends should be wrapped around the head to correctly measure the size of the bandage. Extra centimeters must be cut off;
- Cut a small piece of fabric from a T-shirt. It must be placed under the ends of the strips. Apply glue gently to the fabric and wrap it. The glue should dry. The headband is ready.
Make a bandage from old T-shirts and T-shirts can be another way. It is presented in the picture below.
Thin hoop on the head can be performed as follows:
Accessories
Many needlewomen use old t-shirts to create a necklace.
You can use different patterns so that each piece is original and unusual.
If you like small bags, then you can use a t-shirt to sew a clutch bag. You can create your own unusual bags for everyday use.
First you need to prepare the tools and materials - a bright T-shirt or a product with an unusual print, pen or pencil, sewing machine, scissors, straight pins and a plate.
Main steps:
- It is necessary to cut off the sleeves from the T-shirt, but the connecting seam should not be touched. He will give the future purse strength;
- Where there is a hole for the neck, you need to put a plate. T-shirt should fall only half of it. Use a pencil or pen to draw a line. Get a semicircle. It is necessary to cut off excess fabric along this contour;
- Next, you need to turn the T-shirt inside out. With the help of pins fasten a T-shirt on the bottom;
- On the sewing machine stitch the bottom of the bag. You can walk several times for strength;
- After the product turns on the front side. Here is a stylish handbag ready.
Rework ideas
Toys
From T-shirts, you can create a variety of crafts that will help decorate the house, add comfort and convenience. There are so many master classes for creating children's toys. With your own hands, you can sew a soft, fun toy for your baby.
Baby sling
Young mummies can sew a practical baby sling, which will allow you to conveniently position the child. In such a sling, you can do without the stroller.
Pillowcase
Great idea - a stylish and bright pillow case for a pillow. The process is simple:
- You need to wear a t-shirt on the pillow to determine the correct size. The bottom edge of the T-shirt must coincide with the bottom edge of the pillow;
- It is necessary with the help of scissors to cut off the upper part of the product, which is superfluous in size of the pillow;
- Remove the product from the pillow and cut it along the side seams to get two pieces of fabric of the same size;
- Hook or knitting can make an attractive decor in the form of strips, which should be the same length as the pillow;
- Next, you need to attach the decor to one square of the fabric used for the future pillowcase, and cut a strip along its width;
- The knitted strip must be sewn onto the front part of the fabric, but the capes must be woven onto the fabric;
- Then you need to sew two pieces of fabric on three sides from the seamy side;
- Buttons or zippers can be used to clasp. It should be located on the bottom of the pillow.
Knitting yarn
T-shirt with ease can be turned into knitting yarn, which is further used for weaving or knitting a variety of products. Knitting yarns make amazing rugs.
To create a yarn, you should cut the T-shirt into ribbons that are between one and one and a half centimeters wide. It is not necessary to draw straight lines, because the yarn should not be the same along the entire length.
A convenient way to cut long ribbons is to cut in a spiral.Next, the resulting tape should be carefully reeled into skeins, while the yarn does not need to be tied up.
If there are short pieces of tape, then you can connect them. To do this, you need to make one small hole at each end of the tape. The first tape should be passed through a hole in the second ribbon. The other end of the second tape must be inserted into the hole in the first tape and stretch the yarn through it.
Another way to connect short tapes is stitching. It takes more time, but the yarn looks much better than with the first method. When stitching the ends of the tapes do not need to overlap them, you should only sew along the edges. When the tape is tightened, the seams will remain invisible.
Floor mats
Rugs with their own hands will be the original decoration of the house. They will bring warmth and comfort to your home. Today, there is a lot of way to make rugs from old T-shirts, because they are soft, easy and perfectly erased. You can choose the most convenient and easy way.
Rugs can be presented in different forms. The choice is individual. Many craftswomen use a hook, but it should be 8-10 sizes, because knitting yarn is quite thick.
This stylish and useful accessory can also be woven without using a hook. Beautiful and unusual looks rug of braids. HTo make the product itself, you must perform the following steps:
- Need to take two tapes. The end of one sew on the center of the other. The result is a three end, with which you can weave a pigtail;
- The finished pigtail must be twisted in a spiral to form a circle. To fix the product, you should immediately sew in a spiral, using a zigzag stitch. If it is not possible to use a typewriter, then you can manually sew with hidden stitches;
- The mat size will depend on the length of the pigtail.
Apron
If you like to spend time in the kitchen, then you can pamper yourself with a new apron from a T-shirt.
The process of making an apron:
- The front of the shirt will be used for the base of the apron. From it you need to cut a large rectangle. If you want to sew a model with pockets, then the rectangle can be made slightly elongated;
- It should cut a rectangle and place it in front of you;
- For an apron with pockets you will need to bend upwards the entire lower edge of the rectangle, as well as bend up its hemmed top. When you bend the fabric, remember that the pockets should be deep, but this should not greatly affect the length of the apron;
- For convenience, the bottom edge, which is used for pockets, should be secured with pins;
- To create apron strings, you need the back of a T-shirt. From the back you need to cut six strips, the length of which should be 6 centimeters in height and 60 centimeters in width. After you need to create two long strips, connecting them with the help of a sewing machine with three ribbons;
- Then you need to stitch the strip to form one long. After it is necessary to turn on the front side;
- Next, the strip should be sewn to the apron. First you need to fix the strips in the attachment points with the help of pins, and then stitch it on the sewing machine;
- The edges of the belt are also worth processing on a typewriter;
- To knitwear does not fold when worn, you should strengthen the edges of the apron. It is necessary to sew a strong braid on each side of the apron, while the knitwear does not need to be stretched. It is better to first tie the braid to the fabric, and then stitch it on the sewing machine.