DIY No-Sew Cardigan
Intro: DIY No-Sew Cardigan
So I got this shirt roughly 10 years ago. And I keep on keeping it because I like the stripes or something…and maybe the colors. But I can’t wear it because a) it’s too short and b) it’s too thick to layer with anything. And in the middle of last week’s closet-purging, in a blinding stroke of genius, I decided to make it a cardigan. But the fastest, kind of laziest way possible.
For this project, you'll need: an old shirt, scissors, a ruler, hem tape, thread, 1 button, and an iron.
For this project, you'll need: an old shirt, scissors, a ruler, hem tape, thread, 1 button, and an iron.
STEP 1: Step 1: Cut
Use a ruler to draw a straight line down the front center of your shirt.....and cut.
STEP 2: Step 2: Hem
Following the manufacturer's directions, hem the cut edges using your hem tape and iron.
STEP 3: Step 3: Button
Pick an oversized button and sew it on one of the sides where a normal button should theoretically go. It’s just for show so it looks like a legit cardigan. We’re not going to dilly-dally with making a button hole or anything because that’s just out of the realm of my patience.
STEP 4: Step 4: Show It Off
Now wear that bad boy with every single thing currently hanging in your closet. It will either match or not match in a very purposeful looking way. You've earned bragging rights.
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21 Comments
Edidiong Edem 4 years ago
Pia Brichet 4 years ago
forofakind 6 years ago
Me
IrisKennita 8 years ago
Thank you for the tip ?
LisaF23 8 years ago
This simple idea sparked a few new ones for me. I have lace collars that I've removed from other pieces of apparel and, yes, I'll definitely bring out those fancy buttons for a pop of bling. Thanks for this.
Poly plum 9 years ago
K2G2 8 years ago
She clearly stated that she did the fake button on purpose, so before u criticize someone elses idea, make sure u actually read it thru. if u want a belt, snap or button hole, then do as others and modify it for yourself instead of critiquing the way she chose her design.
giannacl 9 years ago
thanks
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