Thursday, May 16, 2013

Tutorial: Make a shrug from a t shirt

I've still got hand sewing on the brain, but I wanted to make a shrug from a recycled/upcycled t shirt.

I did not do it by hand because I was into instant gratification

The first cut of the bodice is 13" from the neckline/shoulder.

 I cut a pleasing curve.
 I have a bin full of these hems.
 I also cut 1/2" strips for trimming.

 Sewing first strip.
 Second row.
 And the sleeves.
 These strips will develop more character with washing and wearing.
 Finished!
  

4 comments:

  1. Very cute! Luv the idea! TX for sharing!

    ReplyDelete
  2. The shrug looks great! I'm curious, though... what are you planning to do with your bin of t-shirt hems??

    ReplyDelete
  3. I'm still working on ideas, lol, but I use them for casings...waistlines, necklines, bags, etc.

    ReplyDelete