Monday, September 21, 2009

Jersey Mini Sport Skirt DIY from a T-shirt


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* Gap tank {from 2004} ...closest to this if not the same in heather gray



This is actually a really easy DIY if you know how to use a sewing machine. Were it not for the blog documentation, it probably would have only taken about 30minutes. If you're really adventurous, use the sleeves from the t-shirt to make pockets -hidden or just stitched to the front like this American Apparel version. I also thought about using the extra material to create flower details, either around the bottom or just randomly placed ...but ultimately kept it simple because it just felt so easy and sporty ...but that doesn't mean I won't add to it in the future {which is why I save all left-over textiles} just. in. case. :) Have Fun!





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Jacqueline said...

I love this. The skirt is so cute and adorable! I think you are pretty talented. I agree that it is a good idea to save leftovers because you never know when they might be useful!

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NicholeCamarillo.com said...

What a great idea! Oh I love not having to throw things away. Lol. Definitely gotta try this.

Glamour Bbey said...

This looks soooo lovely!!

Fergster said...

Do you think its easy for people to start sewing? I bought a sewing machine from a trift store and I'm super excited to start learning!

made in ♥ love said...

Looks very 80´s. very nice!!!


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Suzanne said...

nicenicenice!

That Girl Ang said...

Just gorgeous... I love the way your mind works up these great pieces and outfits!

Hanako66 said...

so freaking cool! what a perfect, comfy little skirt!

Zepequeña said...

You are unique!

Zepequeña.

Sluff said...

What sewing machine do you use? I am about to buy a Brother one for around $100 but I am still not sure. Any tips before I buy one?

Becky McCord said...

yes yes and yes. i'm going to make a black one to wear with tights and my suede knee high black boots. totally comfy and everyday.

CindrellaUnderTheUmbrella said...

thats look so easy when u show it step by step, i ll definitely try it thanxx...

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Monique said...

That is so cute! I wish I knew how to sew. Does your husband care that you keep cutting up his shirts? If not, I say keep stealing them and making different things. All of your jersey stuff has turned out so cute.

anhesty said...

freaking awesome maegan! i think i will have to copy this DIY!

Angeles Almuna Design said...

Great idea!!!!! and with this economy we must recycle!!! :)

Jules said...

Soo cool! Love all your DIY ideas!
And yesterday's post on shorts was hilarious!
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Clara Rocca said...

Great idea! I love it. And I'm follow you, okay?

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Brooke said...

I am totally going to do this! My fiance has SO MANY abandoned t-shirts everywhere. This is the perfect solution :)

Fezinha said...

You're amazing...when I grow up, I want to be like you =)

I'll try this one...just loved it!

And this is so funny...I've already seen brazilian girls following you DYI, and worked very well!

LULUSTAR. said...

oh, i´m so in love!!!such a great idea!!!!...should try it!!!

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ZombieLace said...

You are such an adorable genius, this is the perfect little DIY for someone who just needs a quick craft fix!
(P.S. I also tend to keep scraps but it's only resulted in a mountainous heap of stuff I never seem to use-- how do you organize??)

TheCat said...

G E N I O U S
you rock

Kelsey Kaysen said...

i love you because i was bored and tried this and it turned out epically phenomenally! check out my blog if you have the chance http://girlonfire28.blogspot.com/

Wanderlusting said...

You look great. I would sew over my fingers though...thus far my DIY skills are studding things and ripping arms off of jackets to create vests lol! Thank GOD the disheveled look in acceptable these days!!

x0x0 Lusty

Bruce said...

I want you to be in my tribe after the coming apocolypse......we may be hungry and homeless, but we will be well dressed.

Jill Pilgrim said...

Dude, how do you come up with this stuff? Amazing!

Melissa Blake said...

Your talent never ceases to amaze me!

raynette said...

meghan, YOU ARE AMAZING!!! i wanna make this asap. :)

Couture Cookie said...

That is a great idea! I might make one for the tennis courts... :)

Lisa said...

Adorable! I really need a sewing machine

Caroline, Lucky Umbrella said...

You're a style genius. I can't wait to try this out!

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Style Porn said...

Freakin' adorable. I could actually use something like this. I don't know what happened to all my cotton minis.

Trinny said...

you are always so creative! I love it!

Ana said...

I follow your blog since a few months ago and I love it ;)

Susan said...

wow! you are so creative. so easy, yet so faboulos.
xoxo

Sherin said...

This tutorial is perfect. The skirt came out so perfectly.

Fashion By He said...

wow awesome idea, looks great

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...love Maegan said...

Fergster: It takes some patience and some practice but I think you can do it.

Chessa! said...

omg. you are SO clever! I usually just use his old shirts as rags:) not as skirts! love love love this idea.

Feelmore said...

This is the first sewing project I ever tried myself. And also the reason why there is a pile of T-shirts in the corner of the living room with 'someday' written on a post-it note and slapped on top.

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Chelsea said...

so cute and clever.

Amy said...

These are the times I wish I knew how to use a sewing machine...I think I am going to have to learn ASAP.

I can not believe you made that adorable skirt out of your husband's tee shirt. Amazing!! Great DIY project... thank you so much for sharing. :)

xoxo
Amy
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daer0n said...

Pretty easy and cool, looks great!

Anonymous said...

you are amazing! great idea!

TheBeautyFile said...

You look adorable...like, LOVE.

Jennifer Ramos said...

I REAAAALLLY loved this one. You're such a ROCKSTAR.


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Dream Sequins said...

I want a sewing machine just so I can do all your crafty DIY projects! Recycling clothing is so smart smart smart. Thanks for your kind comment during Fashion Week :) I'm back online and feeling quite fine!

Pretty Little World said...

I've read like a zillion things trying to explain how to do elastic for a skirt, and your explanation is by far the easiest to follow!! I may have to run out and fetch a sewing machine after this!

Christen said...

This is genius! I am definitely going to do this as soon as I get my sewing machine back from my mom. I'll let you know how it turns out!

kelseymw@gmail.com said...

Cute idea! I think I'm going to attempt this... emphasis on attempt.

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Yeah, It is so good I like this style to teach us that is great and I will definitely follow your path and make it thanks.

CrankyOtter said...

There's a no-sew version too. It's a little less finished looking, but great for wearing around the house. Do the same cut, but instead of hemming it with a new seam, turn it upside down and use the existing hem for the waist. Snip a hole in it and thread the elastic as you describe. Hand sew, tie, or pin the elastic. Closing the snipped hole is optional.

I measured my waist elastic by measuring around my waist with the elastic not-stretched, then fully stretched, then moving about half the distance between those two points, making sure it fit over my hips.

Just found your blog (thru AlreadyPretty) and your ideas are both genius and do-able. Thanks for sharing!

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Tashina said...

This is such a practical basic. Thanks so much for this tutorial!

Emma Loo said...

Doing this, too! Love your DIYs!