Thursday, September 10, 2009

refashioned:: men's long sleeved T to ladies ruffle neck top

you are probably thinking "another refashion?" but i can't help it!! they are so fun to do. every time Sutton wore her refashioned shirt i thought the ruffles were so cute i decided to make a version for me.

i dug through the cast-off pile and found this black t-shirt shirt my husband has never worn. i am not sure why he didn't like it, it is a soft but thick cotton.



i removed the sleeves and took in the sides. i then used one sleeve for the neck ruffles and the other sleeve for the cap sleeves i added.



easy peasy!

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21 comments:

Echo said...

How adorable! I love when you do these refashioned posts - makes me wish I could sew!

Mrs. (not) the Jet Set said...

What a great idea! Thanks for sharing it.

Steph @ Steph Runs On said...

That looks fantastic. I too love your refashioned items!

Kimberly said...

Super Cute! Inspiring. I am gonna have to try this one! Thanks for the great idea!

Susan@Success/Fail DIY Projects said...

I love this one as much as your daughter's. I sew, so want to know if you cut off the sleeves or took apart the seams? And you used the elastic thread in the bobbin? Thanks! I'm going to try!

Julie said...

I love the think ruffle collar! Makes me wish I could sew a straight line. May with more practice.

Mauri said...

I adore your shirt! We need a tutorial please!

The Kerr Family said...

I want one!!!

Andi said...

You are AMAZING!! It looks great on you.

scout said...

fun blog Erin! I knew you were talented but wow, so fun to see what you can do! miss you guys, it was so great to see you this summer.

Kimba said...

Alright. I REALLY need to learn how to sew.

Love this project!

merathon said...

maybe you can come over and teach me and emily one day! i've got lots in my cast-off pile!

Shanda McKeehan said...

Nice work! i love it, I think Austin has a long sleeved blue t-shirt I may steal as well!.

Elastic thread again? I love that stuff!

Erin said...

thanks everyone! i am glad that you're not sick of the refashions... cause i've got more coming your way soon!

susan- thanks! the existing shoulder seam came past my shoulder so there was no need to pick apart the seam. i just cut the sleeve off close to where i wanted the new shoulder seam to hit. does this make sense? i am crap at explaining things! and yes, i used elastic thread in the bobbin for the sleeves and for the neck ruffles. although you could use a regular thread and a basting stitch to gather also.

mauri- thank you!! like i mentioned above i am crap at explaining so i will work on a tutorial but i can't guarantee it. :)

i would be happy to have a sewing night with you local ladies and make one of these shirts... let me know, it would be so fun!

gail@My Repurposed Life said...

love it! truly I do! I hate to sew... :(
gail

Britt said...

This is so cute! You are amazing - I never would have thought to do that!

Shanda McKeehan said...

I love your necklace too. I just got one with my kids names on it the other day and I love it.

Mermaids of the Lake said...

I love it! You are awesome.

Mermaid Debbie

Anne said...

That is very pretty. I really love the adorable crossed toes though that's my favorite. Love you.

i said...

LOVELY!!!!

Emily said...

Who makes the necklace you have on? I love it and have been looking for one like it for a very long time!!

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