How to make a top from a T-shirt

A tank top is a staple in every fashionista's wardrobe. It serves as a basic item when combining many outfits. Often, when they stop wearing it, they throw it away. Don't rush! After all, with a minimum of effort you can make a beautiful top from an old T-shirt.

Preparing for rework

To remake an old item, you will need the following tools:

• thread and needle;
• pins;
• ruler;
• chalk;
• scissors;
• sewing machine.

The shirt needs to be washed and ironed well. Don't worry about minor damage or stains. Small holes can be supplemented and passed off as a design move. Traces of dirt will be covered with decorations or drawings.

Turning a T-shirt into a top

How to sew a crop top

Shortened products are very popular among modern fashionistas. They can be combined with shorts and skirts, sneakers and heels. It is very easy to make a new thing yourself.

• Fold the shirt in half just below the chest.
• Use a ruler and chalk to mark the required line.
• Cut off the back (!) part. Thus, the back is shorter than the entire product.
• Next we measure the front. To do this, you need to draw a straight vertical line from the neck to the waist, between the chest.
• Cut out the part. It turns out to be a kind of vest with a short back.
• The long part is crossed on the stomach and tied on the back in a bow or simple knot.

Important! The advantage of such needlework is the ability to work without a sewing machine.

If you wish, you can use a sewing machine and carefully sew the parts together. This top emphasizes the bust well and exposes the tummy a little.

Short top with fringes

A very popular product. They are used in casual and sports styles, they are combined with jeans, shorts and sneakers.

You can do it yourself with minimal time.

• First you need to measure the desired length and thickness of the fringe.
• Use a ruler and chalk to carefully mark the measurements.
• Carefully cut the fabric. To create a more stylish top, the fringe can be thinned out: make a braid through one. This way the gap is slightly wider than the fringe itself.

A top of this style is in great demand among the younger generation because distinguished by their originality and style.

Tops with cutouts on the back or sides

Enjoy great success among fans of sports style clothing. Manufacturing also does not require the presence of a sewing machine.

The work process consists of a few simple steps.

• Measure the narrow horizontal strips of fabric to be removed.
• Each girl chooses the width of the space left between them in accordance with her tastes.
• After the necessary measurements, remove excess fabric.
• If desired, the top can be shortened a little, exposing a strip of body.

Crop top with belly knot

The most popular and simplest option.

• The length of the T-shirt is changed by cutting off unnecessary centimeters.
• A vertical line is measured on the stomach, approximately 5-10 cm, at personal discretion.
• Cut a strip and tie it into a knot.

This look is in great demand among modern fashionistas. It can be combined with jeans, shorts or skirts. Wear under sneakers, sandals or ballet shoes.

Decorating the top

A T-shirt top can be decorated with rhinestones, sequins or lace.

Usually lace is sewn onto the straps, bottom and top of the product.

Drawings can be applied using iron-on stickers or watercolors.

Hand embroidery, for example, satin stitch, will add originality.

Decorations are added according to personal taste preferences. Some people leave a new thing after the remodel, some complement the image with new details.

Tips for using jewelry

• When using a plain fabric to create a top with a knot on the belly, embroidery successfully complements it. For example, bright flowers on the chest, embroidered in satin stitch, will look very organic.
• A cropped top with a bow on the back is well complemented with lace. Openwork fabric can be placed along the straps, at the neckline or at the bottom. When using colored material, adding white lace will only enhance the look.
• The front part is decorated with drawings. For example, thermal stickers. They help create a unique image. They are very easy to use. Place the fabric on a flat, hard surface, cut the sticker along the contour. Carefully attach the picture to the canvas and cover it with a clean sheet on top. Carefully place the hot iron and hold for 10-15 seconds.

Thus, with a few simple steps, a plain top is transformed into a unique and very stylish product.

Every fashionista has unnecessary things in her closet. It is not necessary to throw away old T-shirts as unnecessary.After all, a few simple steps will allow you to get a fashionable top. And with its help you will be able to create a unique image.