Instructables: exploring - living - fashion - shirt http://www.instructables.com Wed, 22 May 2013 02:08:23 PDT BLOX v1.01 Shoddy upcycle! Mens dress shirt into Dress! http://www.instructables.com/id/Shoddy-upcycle-Mens-dress-shirt-into-Dress/
Shoddy upcycle! Mens dress shirt into Dress! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPS/VBF7/HFPTK1EF/FPSVBF7HFPTK1EF.SMALL.jpg iluvtyedye84 Warning! Warning! Warning! I am by no means a great sewer let alone a good one! I like to upcycle clothing into quilts and re fashion some old sweatshirts into newer nicer looking ones. In this project I tried to sew my friend a dress out of old mens shirts based solely on her measurements and with...
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Sun, 5 May 2013 10:08:45 PDT
Sexy and Cute Top From old T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Sexy-and-Cute-Top-From-old-T-shirt/
Sexy and Cute Top From old T-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBC/U2KU/HFSHFN9G/FBCU2KUHFSHFN9G.SMALL.jpg shizy25 Have an old or over sized T shirt? Well....what are you waiting for...go convert it to this sexy...and cute top! what makes it cute?? well I think the ric rac rose is sooo cute and that gives an added  cute touch :-D Materials sewing machine over sized t shirt ric rack ribbon scissor needle and g...
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Mon, 29 Apr 2013 23:22:37 PDT
Shibori dyed t-shirt... using bleach! http://www.instructables.com/id/Shibori-dyed-t-shirt-using-bleach/
Shibori dyed t-shirt... using bleach! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0Q/IPP5/HFPTI29G/F0QIPP5HFPTI29G.SMALL.jpg SnazzyBot This is a really fun, easy, and inexpensive project. It's also a great way to "rescue" a shirt that accidentally got bleach spots on it. You only need a few things: A colored t-shirt A spray bottle that sprays a fine mist A small plastic bucket that is about as big around as your shirt's collar St...
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Sat, 27 Apr 2013 15:36:47 PDT
Asymmetrical striped top and matching headband http://www.instructables.com/id/Asymmetrical-striped-top-and-matching-headband/
Asymmetrical striped top and matching headband - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZ6/PZ0Z/HFD1FNQ2/FZ6PZ0ZHFD1FNQ2.SMALL.jpg SnazzyBot This top has an asymmetrical hem and flattering diagonal stripes. I made mine out of two unwanted shirts, but any knit fabrics would do nicely.  The leftover scraps became a fun, braided headband that matches the top perfectly. Cut your shirts into strips Try to start out with really large, long...
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Thu, 18 Apr 2013 19:50:55 PDT
DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Sandals-from-Old-Flip-Flops-T-Shirt/
DIY Sandals from Old Flip Flops + T-Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FUE/6KVV/HF23RRIM/FUE6KVVHF23RRIM.SMALL.jpg Wuffle 1. What did you make? I wanted a pair of simple, comfy summer shoes; I had a pair of old flip flops that were fraying and had pokey sequins. My mom had a bag of cloths we were about to donate so I had a nice selection of old t-shirts to choose from for the straps. 2. How did you make it? I got the ...
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Mon, 8 Apr 2013 15:08:20 PDT
Custom shirt with ANY fabric design http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-shirt-with-ANY-fabric-design/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/SGXU/HEXSSIOB/FG2SGXUHEXSSIOB.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/SGXU/HEXSSIOB/FG2SGXUHEXSSIOB.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FG2/SGXU/HEXSSIOB/FG2SGXUHEXSSIOB.SMALL.jpg lime3D Disclaimer: This is not intended to show how to sew, or how to follow a pattern. The intent is to demonstrate that you can create garments with ANY design you want. First thing you’ll want to do is figure out what you want to make (seems obvious, right). In this case we made a men’s Hawaiian style ...
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Thu, 4 Apr 2013 09:10:10 PDT
Revamping a plain long sleeve shirt into a bow tie sleeved shirt- Low cost http://www.instructables.com/id/Revamping-a-plain-long-sleeve-shirt-into-a-bow-tie/
Revamping a plain long sleeve shirt into a bow tie sleeved shirt- Low cost - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/D26J/HET1EP14/F57D26JHET1EP14.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/D26J/HET1EP14/F57D26JHET1EP14.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F57/D26J/HET1EP14/F57D26JHET1EP14.SMALL.jpg frankiefigs This shirt design is easy to do and perfect for little girls dresses or shirts Materials: - A long sleeve shirt -Scissors  -Needle and thread Cutting I started by cutting off the sleeves then cutting off the cuffs of each sleeve Then cut straight up the bottom seam on both sleeves Folding ...
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Wed, 27 Mar 2013 22:17:25 PDT
TUTORIAL | DIY Fashion: Neon Buttoned T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/TUTORIAL-DIY-Fashion-Neon-Buttoned-T-shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/ED37/HDG4H7A4/FB9ED37HDG4H7A4.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/ED37/HDG4H7A4/FB9ED37HDG4H7A4.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FB9/ED37/HDG4H7A4/FB9ED37HDG4H7A4.SMALL.jpg pinkchocolatebreak I love sewing and creating DIY fashion projects in order to have unique items in my wardrobe. The DIY project I crafted was a neon buttoned T-shirt using a cheap white men’s T-shirt from Zeeman (cheap shop in the Netherlands), neon paint from V&D and brads (called splitpennen in Dutch!). This DIY tu...
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Thu, 21 Feb 2013 08:45:41 PST
Silk screen right at home! http://www.instructables.com/id/Silk-screen-right-at-home/
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Thu, 31 Jan 2013 09:36:33 PST
tshirt refactoring: shower curtain t http://www.instructables.com/id/tshirt-refactoring-shower-curtain-t/
tshirt refactoring: shower curtain t - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/GMEW/HCB8W2UZ/F5TGMEWHCB8W2UZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/GMEW/HCB8W2UZ/F5TGMEWHCB8W2UZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5T/GMEW/HCB8W2UZ/F5TGMEWHCB8W2UZ.SMALL.jpg foobear Take an inexpensive t-shirt and deconstruct it with safety pins Followup (3/23/13):  I like to imagine I influenced this design with this instructable.  (Though I'm probably just tuned into some trend somehow) materials scissors 40 safety pins all the same size one inexpensive tshirt super gl...
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Tue, 29 Jan 2013 12:49:37 PST
DIY FOR FALL STUDDED COLLAR SHIRT RECONSTRUCTED http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-FOR-FALL-STUDDED-COLLAR-SHIRT-RECONSTRUCTED/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIP/7TCZ/HAQ32M1O/FIP7TCZHAQ32M1O.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIP/7TCZ/HAQ32M1O/FIP7TCZHAQ32M1O.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FIP/7TCZ/HAQ32M1O/FIP7TCZHAQ32M1O.SMALL.jpg HOWTOSEWEASY BESURE TO SUBCRIBE TO ALL 5 OF OUR CHANNELS FOR GIVEAWAYS OF FABRIC youtube Tglashen youtube MeshalofashionTV youtube Meshalostyletv youtube Saveyonfoods youtube The30minworkout http://www.meshalo.com/ http://www.etsy.com/shop/meshalo http://www.meshalo.blogspot.com/ https://twitter.com/...
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Tue, 1 Jan 2013 11:06:09 PST
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-Galaxy-Sweatshirts-Or-anything-you-want-to-/
DIY "Galaxy" Sweatshirts! Or anything you want to "SPACE-ify"! - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FBL/P4ZD/HA4MBMPN/FBLP4ZDHA4MBMPN.SMALL.jpg Julianne fights Dragons! I love galaxy inspired prints and jackets but did not like the price tag($75 for leggings? I could just buy an entirely new wardrobe at a thrift store and still have enough money for lunch!) and thought it would be awesome to make an Instructable to make your own "galaxy" clothing article! This is ...
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Fri, 7 Dec 2012 12:16:29 PST
How to Rock Your Old Jeans and Lifeless Plain Shirts http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Rock-Your-Jeans-and-Plain-Shirts/
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Mon, 19 Nov 2012 05:56:35 PST
Skeleton Cut-Out Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Skeleton-Cut-Out-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/21QD/H8RVCYYK/FXR21QDH8RVCYYK.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/21QD/H8RVCYYK/FXR21QDH8RVCYYK.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXR/21QD/H8RVCYYK/FXR21QDH8RVCYYK.SMALL.jpg kimmikillzombie Skeleton-back cut out shirts are very trendy right now. They also look super difficult, but in reality- though they're a little temperamental, are quite easy! SUPPLIES: + 1 cotton tshirt. I picked one that's a little too big for me and that drapes a bit. + A pair of scissors. Preferable a good pair...
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Sun, 28 Oct 2012 18:36:51 PDT
T-Shirt Tank http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Shirt-Tank/
T-Shirt Tank - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/8P9Q/H8CVKMYM/FQ18P9QH8CVKMYM.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/8P9Q/H8CVKMYM/FQ18P9QH8CVKMYM.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQ1/8P9Q/H8CVKMYM/FQ18P9QH8CVKMYM.SMALL.jpg audreylaine Follow the instructions to make your own racer back t-shirt tank from an old t-shirt! You will need the following: Tools: Scissors Materials: T-Shirt 1. Lay T-shirt smoothly on a flat surface such as a table or the floor 2. Cut along the seam of each arm hole to cut off each sleeve. NOTE:...
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Thu, 18 Oct 2012 20:28:23 PDT
Man's shirt to a blouse http://www.instructables.com/id/Mans-shirt-to-a-blouse/
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Sat, 29 Sep 2012 04:32:21 PDT
Super easy DIY: Fringe T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Super-easy-DIY-Fringe-T-shirt/
Super easy DIY: Fringe T-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/70TV/H6WG6K8L/FFQ70TVH6WG6K8L.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/70TV/H6WG6K8L/FFQ70TVH6WG6K8L.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FFQ/70TV/H6WG6K8L/FFQ70TVH6WG6K8L.SMALL.jpg giannyl Instead of spending 20 $ on a store, get crafty and recycle an oversized t-shirt! Stand out in the crowd with this style! You will need this: - Oversized T-shirt - Scissors What should my next project be? Don't forget to leave your comment :) Daily updates: https://www.facebook.com/GiannyL.f...
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Mon, 10 Sep 2012 14:56:17 PDT
Custom Wikipedia T-Shirts - Jack Daniel's Independence Project http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-Wikipedia-T-Shirts-Jack-Daniels-Independ/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/M0T3/H6MEVP58/FMRM0T3H6MEVP58.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/M0T3/H6MEVP58/FMRM0T3H6MEVP58.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FMR/M0T3/H6MEVP58/FMRM0T3H6MEVP58.SMALL.jpg JohnnyBighead My name is Tommy Wilkinson.  I am 31 years old (5/30/1981) and I live in Greenville, SC. I have been designing t-shirts for nine years for other people, and now I want to start a line of my own. The Idea: Custom Wikipedia T-Shirts People love t-shirts.  They use them to express their style and show...
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Mon, 3 Sep 2012 22:01:23 PDT
Bleach printing a t-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Bleach-printing-a-t-shirt/
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Tue, 7 Aug 2012 21:20:19 PDT
How to Make Slits in Back of Your Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-Slits-in-Back-of-Your-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8Z2K/H58PK08Q/FVQ8Z2KH58PK08Q.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8Z2K/H58PK08Q/FVQ8Z2KH58PK08Q.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FVQ/8Z2K/H58PK08Q/FVQ8Z2KH58PK08Q.SMALL.jpg sntrocks If you have a boring shirt that just needs an extra touch, this is the perfect way to make give it that "touch". This is a super easy and quick way to make your shirt look cool! And, it doesn't shrink the shirt at all. (sorry about the main image. i know it has nothing to do with the project, but i ...
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Sat, 4 Aug 2012 06:36:54 PDT
DIY - T-shirt with a lovely bow http://www.instructables.com/id/DIY-T-shirt-with-a-lovely-bow/
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Fri, 3 Aug 2012 15:34:30 PDT
How To Make A Braided-Strap Tank Top http://www.instructables.com/id/How-To-Make-A-Braided-Strap-Tank-Top/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/JN8A/H58PJYPP/FTGJN8AH58PJYPP.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/JN8A/H58PJYPP/FTGJN8AH58PJYPP.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FTG/JN8A/H58PJYPP/FTGJN8AH58PJYPP.SMALL.jpg sntrocks You can turn your old t-shirt into a fashionable tank top with braided straps! There is no sewing involved, and all you need are scissors and a t-shirt. This will shrink your shirt just a little bit so start with a big shirt.
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Mon, 30 Jul 2012 17:16:34 PDT
Doodle Giraffe Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Doodle-Giraffe-Shirt/
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Sun, 1 Jul 2012 09:07:36 PDT
Simple skirt with applique from two t-shirts http://www.instructables.com/id/Simple-skirt-with-applique-from-t-shirts/
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Fri, 29 Jun 2012 17:20:40 PDT
How to Make a Draped Vest from a T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Make-a-Draped-Vest-from-a-T-shirt/
How to Make a Draped Vest from a T-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/99CH/H3Z3CBVF/F0V99CHH3Z3CBVF.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/99CH/H3Z3CBVF/F0V99CHH3Z3CBVF.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F0V/99CH/H3Z3CBVF/F0V99CHH3Z3CBVF.SMALL.jpg craftknowitall Have you seen those great vests that are all draped and flowing down the front?  Want?  Me too.  Here is a way to make a simple one, out of a simple (read "plain" here) t-shirt.  No sewing machine, nothing but scissors and a flat place to lay out the t-shirt.  Because I am a large woman, I got a n...
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Fri, 29 Jun 2012 12:40:52 PDT
Hot Pants from T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Hot-Pants-from-T-shirt/
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Wed, 27 Jun 2012 13:25:52 PDT
T-shirt in Disguise http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-in-Disguise/
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:55:08 PDT
Mesh Decolletage T-Shirt Hack http://www.instructables.com/id/Mesh-Decolletage-T-Shirt-Hack/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/DEG6/H3XN8JZW/FU2DEG6H3XN8JZW.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/DEG6/H3XN8JZW/FU2DEG6H3XN8JZW.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FU2/DEG6/H3XN8JZW/FU2DEG6H3XN8JZW.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam I'm not a big fan of the T-shirt neckline. But cutting a V or scoop neck wasn't that interesting- so, inspired by my recent Mesh Tie T-Shirt, I decided to create a mesh decolletage that keeps the original structure of the t-shirt intact but also opens up the neckline. I also added a couple of cutout...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 23:04:22 PDT
Woven Back T-Shirt Mod http://www.instructables.com/id/Woven-Back-T-Shirt-Mod/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/MAYG/H3XML571/FRNMAYGH3XML571.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/MAYG/H3XML571/FRNMAYGH3XML571.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FRN/MAYG/H3XML571/FRNMAYGH3XML571.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick I decided to try another t-shirt modification and thought it would be nice and easy.  So, of course, it wasn't, but I like how it turned out. Supplies: T-Shirt Thread signifies needle and thread (which would make this project harder) or Sewing Machine Scissors Pins Directions: ...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 21:44:30 PDT
Wrap Dress: A pocket-sized swim suit cover-up/towel http://www.instructables.com/id/Wrap-Dress-A-pocket-sized-swim-suit-cover-uptow/
Wrap Dress: A pocket-sized swim suit cover-up/towel - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/RIIQ/H3XN8I7T/FXHRIIQH3XN8I7T.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/RIIQ/H3XN8I7T/FXHRIIQH3XN8I7T.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FXH/RIIQ/H3XN8I7T/FXHRIIQH3XN8I7T.SMALL.jpg mathiemom Knit wrap dresses are very fashionable this summer.  I have seen them in various designs and with price tags ranging from $30 to $150.  I decided to write an instructable for a wrap dress that can be made from a very large men’s t-shirt for under $8. The versatility of this design is what makes it s...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 21:01:54 PDT
Add t-shirt bling for no bucks http://www.instructables.com/id/Add-t-shirt-bling-for-no-bucks/
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 16:42:10 PDT
Custom T-Shirt Painting http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-T-Shirt-Painting-1/
Custom T-Shirt Painting - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv I am going on the Disney Cruise this summer with my 6 person family, so my mom thought it would be neat if we made our own T-shirts for "pirate night." Pirate Night is one night on the cruise when everybody dresses as a pirate, so we thought we would make our own costumes. Because it is the Disney C...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 11:04:55 PDT
Stegosaurus T-shirt Mod http://www.instructables.com/id/Stegosaurus-T-shirt-Mod/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/5D9Z/H3W4YB7P/FZT5D9ZH3W4YB7P.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/5D9Z/H3W4YB7P/FZT5D9ZH3W4YB7P.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZT/5D9Z/H3W4YB7P/FZT5D9ZH3W4YB7P.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo Turn your t-shirt from sad to rad with this easy Stegosaurus T-shirt Mod
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 10:41:22 PDT
Ruffly Pink Applique Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Ruffly-Pink-Applique-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FGK/1T1K/H3W56FTZ/FGK1T1KH3W56FTZ.SMALL.jpg supersoftdrink I wanted to make a cute outfit for Lilith.  She loves pink and ruffly things.  I used thrift store shirts and a scrap of quilting fabric with all the shirt colors to tie everything together. I'll post a different instructable on making the shorts from the brown knit sweater.   To make a shirt like...
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Tue, 26 Jun 2012 00:00:58 PDT
Dye a Vivid Ombre Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Dye-a-Vivid-Ombr%c3%a9-Shirt/
Dye a Vivid Ombre Shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TUWD/H3W4OTOI/FYUTUWDH3W4OTOI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TUWD/H3W4OTOI/FYUTUWDH3W4OTOI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FYU/TUWD/H3W4OTOI/FYUTUWDH3W4OTOI.SMALL.jpg ShrimpSaladCircus I ombré dyed our duvet cover ages ago, and then I had about ten ladies over for an ombré dyeing party, yet I'm somehow only just now managing to scrape together a tutorial! I'll be sure to show you the duvet cover sometime soon, along with tips and tricks for dyeing such a large piece. In the meanti...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:25:53 PDT
Mesh and Tie Cutout Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Mesh-and-Tie-Cutout-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F6J/PKTI/H3W4J7YE/F6JPKTIH3W4J7YE.SMALL.jpg SelkeyMoonbeam Over lunch a while back,some friends and I were discussing unusual t-shirt modifications. This design was among the top contenders: a mesh shirt with a tie cut-out. It turns out to be pretty easy- just time consuming to cut the mesh bits out of the shirt! I had originally intended it to look douchey...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 22:19:51 PDT
Upcycled Tie Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Upcycled-Tie-Shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FZQ/8MLS/H3QF5XDQ/FZQ8MLSH3QF5XDQ.SMALL.jpg love4pds I had a bunch of my husbands ties I had to throw away so thought I would make a nice silk shirt with them. I love the competing patterns that make it interesting. The top part is an old spaghetti strap top that was too short. I sewed the ties on the outside of it because tie fabric is very thin. I h...
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 12:24:05 PDT
How to Screen Print at Home http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-Screen-Print-at-Home/
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Mon, 25 Jun 2012 08:59:23 PDT
Faux Bow T-Shirt Mod http://www.instructables.com/id/Faux-Bow-T-Shirt-Mod/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/66J3/H3QFJHDG/F8I66J3H3QFJHDG.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/66J3/H3QFJHDG/F8I66J3H3QFJHDG.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8I/66J3/H3QFJHDG/F8I66J3H3QFJHDG.SMALL.jpg Penolopy Bulnick This t-shirt modification was inspired by this bow back shirt.  I thought it was so cute, but I'm always one to go a little overboard and that is how this shirt came about.  It ended up taking a lot longer to sew than I initially thought, so it is a good project to do while you are just relaxing and...
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 20:42:53 PDT
Skull Cutout T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Skull-Cutout-T-shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FV5/ADQM/H3QFJE9X/FV5ADQMH3QFJE9X.SMALL.jpg scoochmaroo A while ago, these skull-cutout tees were all over the place.  I really wanted one, but I wasn't crazy about the design.  I wanted a really gnarly kind of skull!!  And I didn't see any reason to spend money buying one when I knew I could make one in about 30 minutes. So here we are.   Directions: P...
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 15:52:46 PDT
Modified T-Shirt From Your Oldies http://www.instructables.com/id/Funky-T-Shirt-From-Your-Oldies/
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 12:07:20 PDT
Vamp Up Your old T's http://www.instructables.com/id/Vamp-Up-Your-old-Ts/
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 11:23:00 PDT
T-shirt redone http://www.instructables.com/id/T-shirt-redone/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/O5PA/H3QFJBO2/F8YO5PAH3QFJBO2.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/O5PA/H3QFJBO2/F8YO5PAH3QFJBO2.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F8Y/O5PA/H3QFJBO2/F8YO5PAH3QFJBO2.SMALL.jpg pinkzinnia Take an old t-shirt and make it new! Perfect for an old shirt you never wear....or better yet, take a sports shirt of your guy's and make it into a cute girly top. Take in sides if your shirt is big. Cut off the sleeves. Cut off the neck ribbing. Cut upwards from the underarm to make the neckline. ...
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Sun, 24 Jun 2012 06:21:20 PDT
Custom T-shirt Painting http://www.instructables.com/id/Custom-T-shirt-Painting/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F9I/LM01/H3QFJ6YI/F9ILM01H3QFJ6YI.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv I am going on the Disney Cruise this summer with my 6 person family, so my mom thought it would be neat if we made our own T-shirts for "pirate night."  Pirate Night is one night on the cruise when everybody dresses as a pirate, so we thought we would make our own costumes.  Because it is the Disney...
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Sat, 23 Jun 2012 11:38:04 PDT
Toddler empire dress made from an adult t-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Toddler-empire-dress-made-from-an-adult-t-shirt/
Toddler empire dress made from an adult t-shirt - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/SZ19/H3QFLFPQ/FY1SZ19H3QFLFPQ.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/SZ19/H3QFLFPQ/FY1SZ19H3QFLFPQ.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FY1/SZ19/H3QFLFPQ/FY1SZ19H3QFLFPQ.SMALL.jpg pyromonkey I learned this project from one of my favorite books, Generation T Beyond fashion. ( Wanted to give Meghan Nicolay credit :) ) This project makes an adorable dress for you adorable toddler:) You will need: 1 adult t-shirt. ( The book says to use a large or extra large, I used a medium and the proj...
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Sat, 23 Jun 2012 00:02:36 PDT
Self Cooling T-shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Self-Cooling-T-shirt/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/MS93/H3QEXH3R/FPXMS93H3QEXH3R.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/MS93/H3QEXH3R/FPXMS93H3QEXH3R.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FPX/MS93/H3QEXH3R/FPXMS93H3QEXH3R.SMALL.jpg DoctorDv In the hot summer months, everybody needs to find a way to escape the heat. Most watt-hogs would usually turn on the AC, but if you want to be ecofriendly, why not build a T-Shirt that has a built in fan to cool you off! Plus, by building your self cooling shirt, you can avoid hefty AC bills and let...
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Fri, 22 Jun 2012 18:39:12 PDT
Make a Vest from a T-Shirt http://www.instructables.com/id/Make-a-Vest-from-a-T-Shirt/
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Wed, 20 Jun 2012 11:48:45 PDT
How to change skins on an Evozip messenger bag. http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-change-skins-on-an-Evozip-messenger-bag/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/4RUR/H3JXA2YI/F794RURH3JXA2YI.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/4RUR/H3JXA2YI/F794RURH3JXA2YI.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F79/4RUR/H3JXA2YI/F794RURH3JXA2YI.SMALL.jpg wgreunke In previous posts, I showed you how to recycle old t-shirts into interchangeable skins for messenger bags.  This video shows you how to use the buttons to attach the skins to the bag.
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Tue, 19 Jun 2012 15:37:42 PDT
T-Shirt Beach Bag http://www.instructables.com/id/T-Shirt-Beach-Bag/ http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/8TDS/H2WEZ928/F5Y8TDSH2WEZ928.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/8TDS/H2WEZ928/F5Y8TDSH2WEZ928.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/F5Y/8TDS/H2WEZ928/F5Y8TDSH2WEZ928.SMALL.jpg gwenif I was just browsing on Pinterest and I saw this bag and I said to myself " That's a cool bag........... I'm going to make it." So I did, and this is how it turned out. First I cut the sleeves and squared up the collar. I cut the sleeve into about half an inch strips. Next I cut four slits in the bot...
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Mon, 18 Jun 2012 21:52:31 PDT
Princess Leia Hooded Tank Top http://www.instructables.com/id/Princess-Leia-Hooded-Tank-Top/
Princess Leia Hooded Tank Top - More DIY How To Projects]]> http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/W53E/H3HCLCPU/FQMW53EH3HCLCPU.SQUARE2.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/W53E/H3HCLCPU/FQMW53EH3HCLCPU.SQUARE.jpg http://www.instructables.com/files/deriv/FQM/W53E/H3HCLCPU/FQMW53EH3HCLCPU.SMALL.jpg CreativeToto This easy top is simple enough for beginners sew but looks cool enough to wear to a con.  The top has one seam going down the back, a keyhole opening with hook closures at the back of the neck (authentic to the actual dress worn by Carrie Fisher in the films) and the signature waist-length hood. Th...
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Mon, 18 Jun 2012 05:57:56 PDT