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Just because you aren't a hoodie person doesn't mean all those hoodies have to go to waste. Using a pair of scissors, you can turn that sporty hoodie into a chic, off-the-shoulder slouchy sweater, even if you have limited sewing experience or none at all. The slouchy sweater is a comfortable look, 80s style. Today, you can wear this casual top with jeans, leggings, mini skirts or shorts.
When your favorite shirt gets stretched excessively or worn out with age you might stop wearing it as often as you would like. There is a simple method you can use to recycle your favorite t-shirts and tank tops to give them an updated fresh new look that will keep you cooler in the hot summer months. You won't have to sew anything and you only need to know how to use a pair of scissors to rip and tie your favorite shirts.
The 1980s were a time of big shirts and skinny pants. An over-sized shirt worn over a pair of leggings or pencil pants were the rage, and many wore them for occasions ranging from working out to dancing at the club. The over-sized shirt needed to have a large neck opening, so one, or even both, shoulders could be showing for a sexy kitten look. A large T-shirt is easily transformed into an 80s retro shirt with a few snips of your scissors.
Alter outdated and oversized shirts to create a new, more fashionable look. Braid the side of a shirt using a knot technique to make it fit snugly around your body as well as give the shirt an eye-catching appearance. The knots also reveal a bit more skin, changing a baggy, outdated T-shirt into something to be worn during a night out on the town.
The 1980s were distinct in many aspects, including clothing. One iconic fashion trend born out of the 1980s -- modeled by such stars as Jennifer Grey and Madonna -- is the slouchy sweatshirt. The slouchy sweatshirt, or off the shoulder sweatshirt, is a casual, comfortable and cute look that can be done in a matter of minutes with a pair of standard scissors. Keep in mind, however, that when creating a slouchy sweatshirt, the collar will become exceedingly large, so you might want to start with a shirt that's one size smaller than you normally wear.
Shirt sleeves can be simply modified into puffy sleeves for a creative home fashion project. Changing clothing items to feature puffy sleeves can be a cost-effective means to updating a wardrobe. Selecting a completed short or long sleeved shirt with sufficiently baggy sleeves expedite the process and allow even moderately experienced seamstresses to create unique fashions in the home. Puffy sleeves also add a historical flair to clothing for holiday costumes or theater projects.
A bat-sleeved shirt is a loose, off-the shoulder blouse with wide, hanging sleeves reminiscent of a bat's wings. The flowy, relaxed nature of the garment is ideal for casual wear in warm weather, and the straightforward design makes bat-sleeved shirts a realistic project for beginning sewers.
The 1980s were a very experimental time for fashion. Altering clothing yourself, and purchasing clothing that looked like it had been altered at home, became a popular trend. The loose, "torn up" style of tank tops that emerged from the decade are a prime example of this. One of the best parts of the trend is that it lends itself well to modern recreations. 1980s style tank tops can be cut by following just a few steps.
A burnout T-shirt is made using a technique called devoré, or fabric etch. It is produced by destroying some of the material in a fabric with chemicals, leaving patterns of sheer, translucent fabric in the garment. The T-shirt used in this technique must be made with a combination of cotton and a man-made fiber, such as a cotton and polyester blend. The chemicals will burn away the cotton fibers in the areas it is applied, leaving whatever patterns you desire.
From punks to aerobic instructors, almost every woman in the 1980s seemed to don an off-the-shoulder tee at some point during the decade. These over-sized shirts were fashioned with large scoop necks that hung over one shoulder, and were often accessorized with a neon-colored bra underneath. You can recreate this classic look from the era without even picking up a needle or thread. Instead, all you need is a pair of sharp scissors and a T-shirt to make your own 1980s shirt.
T-shirts are basic short and long-sleeved tops. If you have an extra T-shirt that is quite bland on its own, use your creativity to turn it into a fashionable clothing item. T-shirts can be personalized in a wide variety of ways using materials such as rhinestones, fabric paint, glue and iron-on decals.
A simple technique can be used to turn an old or too-large t-shirt into a one-of-a- kind clothing item. A few easy steps will jazz up a regular t-shirt and help you demonstrate your team or school pride in a fun and unique way. Cutting and tying the sides of t-shirts together is a great activity that can turn a simple t-shirt into an eye-catching piece. Any shirt can be used to construct tied sides, but a t-shirt made of cotton is best, because the fabric won't rip when cut.
Turn your old t-shirts into an adorable accessory for your baby girl instead of purchasing expensive cloth flower hair clips or headbands. Use just one t-shirt or fabric in multiple colors or patterns for an even more special hair accessory to make your baby girl stand out even more. You'll need approximately 1/4 yard of fabric to make a few flowers, though you may find that you can't wait to make more to match all of your baby girl's outfits.
There's no need to toss that plain old tee into the trash -- after all, there are plenty of ways to to spruce it up. From sewing to slicing, gluing to glitterizing, and streaking to studding, the possibilities for improving a boring old tee are nearly endless. All it takes is a little creativity, the right tools and a little bit of patience to turn that boring old tee from dull to dazzling.
Chances are you have a stack somewhere in your closet or dresser of old T-shirts that never see the light of day. They may be stretched and shapeless, but you're holding onto them because of a cute design or color. Give them new life by turning them into slinky, slouch shirts with character and form.
Sometimes the best place to find a new perfect shirt is where you'd least expect: already hanging in your closet. There's a plethora of ways to cut and customize a shirt to make it fit and flatter your figure. If you have a pair of scissors and a steady hand, you can recycle an old T-shirt to get a brand new, original look that's easy on the budget.
Spice up a plain t-shirt with fashionable ribbon to add style and save yourself money. Designer ribbon shirts can be pricey in department stores. Create your own by sewing a selected type of ribbon onto a tee you already have in your closet.
Burnout or Devoré fabric is a material that has been chemically "burned" with an acid to produce sheer areas. This technique can be used on a wide range of fabrics, including t-shirts and velvets. However, the fabric must be a combination of cellulose (plant) fibers, such as cotton and linen, and protein or manmade fibers, such as silk, wool, polyester or nylon. The acid used burns away the cotton, leaving only the protein or manmade fibers behind.
A person shows their style through their clothing. Punk rock tee shirts reveal the wild side of a person's personality. The shirts have wild slashes of color, studs, safety pins and images that catch attention. The shirts are available in stores, but making a shirt that fits a person's personal style is fun. Tailor images, colors and items added to the shirt for a specific person's character.
Making your own tee shirt is a good way to update your wardrobe without breaking the bank. With no sewing skills at all, you can recycle two old t-shirts and transform them into a new look to show off your own personal style. Combine a plain t-shirt with a graphic tee, a simple braid and some snips of your scissors to create this one of a kind look.
The 80s are back again: Bright neon colors, bold geometric patterns and funky fashion trends have been making a triumphant return to the catwalk over the past few seasons. One of the hottest trends you'll see in stores this season is the "ripped tee." Distressed and ripped t-shirts look great with jeans, leggings and as a bathing suit cover-up. Luckily, you don't have to pay big bucks to get this look. With some scissors and a little imagination, you can create this fashion yourself.
Shirred tops offer a flattering fit with plenty of give. Used as accents on the sides or at the collar, shirring can give the plainest item a little oomph. The secret sauce when creating a shirred tee shirt is elastic thread, so be sure to have plenty available, no matter how simple your design.
A muscle shirt is basically a men’s T-shirt without sleeves. You can try out the look by converting a basic T-shirt into a muscle shirt in just a few minutes. For an authentic muscle shirt look, pick a tighter-fitting T-shirt to convert into a muscle shirt.
If you have an old tee shirt lying around, you can easily make a tee shirt handbag. Creating a bag out of an old tee shirt is a great way to recycle your old clothes and get a fashionable new bag at the same time. Best of all, you don't have to be a whiz on the sewing machine in order to make this. In fact, you don't need to know how to sew at all.
Halter tops are very popular with women, especially in the summertime. A halter top is a fashionable way to stay cool. If you don't have the money to buy a halter top, though, don't worry. As long as you've got an old, unwanted T-shirt lying around and some basic sewing skills, you can make your own halter top. You can use this opportunity to add your own personal touch and creativity to your clothes.
Searching for a bikini that fits well and is the right color can be time consuming and expensive. Too often it ends in having to compromise style for fit or color. But if you have a cotton T-shirt that is a size medium or larger, scissors and a sewing machine you can design your own bikini. You can choose the exact color that you prefer and at the same time, refashion the T-shirt yourself for the best fit.
If you're looking for a quick and easy way to make labels for your handmade or custom tee shirt, you've come to the right place. Creating a special handmade tee shirt tag only requires a little bit of work and some art supplies you might just have around your house.
Long-sleeve T-shirts combine the comfort and convenience of a regular T-shirt with the extra warmth (or sun protection) of sleeves. If you just want to personalize a long-sleeve T-shirt, you can buy a plain long-sleeve T-shirt and decorate it. If you want to sew your own long-sleeve T-shirt, you can buy a long-sleeve T-shirt pattern, or cut apart an old T-shirt along the seams to use as a pattern. You can finish the ends of the long sleeves with simple hems, or with cuffs made from ribbing.
Got a drawerful of tees that are oh-so-tame? Transform those basic tops into a fashion statement with patches. Using a sewing machine, iron or needle and thread, you can have a new look in 30 minutes or less. Unusual patches can be found in discount stores, sewing shops, the dollar store and even Goodwill. The patches pictured were found at SAS Fabrics, a discount fabric outlet in Phoenix.
