Love this shirt so much I'm making another one this weekend! By the way...I'm NOT pregnant, I realized that the post a few days ago totally sounded that way and I swear I didn't mean for it to. I was referring to a BIG change in surroundings. So I need to get things done before the big change...yes I'm still leaving you guys in the dark. Excited!
Supplies:
cotton, knit or polyester fabric - anything works!
sewing machine
thread
scissors
flexible measuring tape
pins
marking pen or chalk
Instructions:
1. Cut out 2 squares of fabric to the width/height you want. Keep in mind the width will become smaller because it will be taken in. So it will actually look more rectangular in the end! Cut out the neckline to the shape you prefer (v, square, heart round) and then cut a little curve for the back neckline.
2. An inch or two from the side sew a side seam starting at the bottom of where you want the sleeve to start to the bottom. Then sew the shoulder seams together. Starting from where you want the neckline to start to the end of the sleeve.
3. Hem! Fold the bottom, sleeves, neckline in once if you don't care for fraying or if you serge, or roll twice and hem (besting stitch the first roll I ou like!). Also, I hemmed the bottom more then the neckline and sleeves. 1/2 to 3/4 inch.
4. Done! This is what it looks like inside out.
Oh...I think I could do that!! :)
ReplyDeleteThanks for the idea!!
Denise
I've to try it, it's seems a cool idea.
ReplyDeleteoh my, even I could try this! :)
ReplyDeleteHave you ever thought about trying out for Project Runway? Because I feel like you would be FABULOUS. :]
ReplyDeleteSeriously? That's it?! Omg, I'm SO making one. Too cute!!
ReplyDeletelooks sooo easy I have to try
ReplyDeleteI think I could make that.... Reference for someone who has no sewing experience....what size square did you use?
ReplyDeleteAwesome! I really want to try it!!
ReplyDeleteCourtney
I Can Be Many Things
i just went through my closet to find a shirt that i liked the fit of, measured it (underarm width, hem to under arm, width of armhole)and drew out my square! i don't make clothes for myself but i'm super excited about this top! starting my muslin tomorrow and i've got the perfect vintage fabric in mind for the next one! thanks!
ReplyDeletequestion though...did you cut 2 squares or cut one long rectangle that's folded over, the fold edge being your shoulders/neckline?
Did you ever get an answer? What did you end up doing?
DeletePinktrees, in the instructions, it says to sew the shoulder seams...it must be cut in 2 squares. :-)
DeleteThere are two pieces! I'm sorry I didn't make that clear!
DeleteThis is absolutely perfect! :)
ReplyDeletexo
-S
I love the outcome of this shirt & I hope this falls under a beginner project because I want to start sewing but it's so hard!
ReplyDelete-Steph from chocolate laced
did you use a jersey or a woven fabric?, also, did you curve the bottom of the shirt?
ReplyDeleteJust wanted to let you know I came across your blog from Kendi Everyday and am HOOKED! And, a new follower :D Thank you so much for all of the inspiration - I'm looking forward to not looking like a hot mess anymore!
ReplyDeleteShelley
www.westermanfam.blogspot.com
This seems so easy. I love all of your sewing transformation ideas! Thanks for sharing.
ReplyDeleteI love this combo! and what a brilliant alteration! That will definitely be a handy trick! Thanks for sharing!
ReplyDeleteSherri
SHERRI AMOUR
ps. I love your blog and all of your DIYs!
ReplyDeleteThis is amazing. What kind of fabric do you recommend using for this? WOuld a plain cotton be too stiff?
ReplyDeleteThe more I read your blog, the more I want a sewing machine! I really need to make this top!
ReplyDeleteSort of like what Kimmie said - woven cotton or jersey knit? What did you use in your prototype?
ReplyDeleteLooks super-awesome!
Just wanted to let you know that I tried out your tutorial, and it worked like a charm! I also added iron-on studs to the sleeves.
ReplyDeleteThe pictures of the top I made are about halfway through this post: http://mixedupfilesofrnb.blogspot.com/2011/10/hanson-shows-and-minnesota-trip.html
i made a top using your tutorial (http://laricci-smunch.blogspot.com/2011/11/squares-square-top.html) and i LOVE it.
ReplyDeleteLove this top so much! I fear I may make all of my fabric stash into square tops. I've also made a couple of dresses based on it. Thank you for your lovely blog...and congratulations again :)!
ReplyDeletehttp://downtohearth.blogspot.com/2012/03/squarish-sort-of-dress-tutorial.html
seriously, wow. i am afraid of knits -- but you sure make it sensible and look easy. i will definitely try this instead of the store bought t-shirt pattern i bought and messed up. thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks a lot for this...
ReplyDeleteI tried it and i should say that i' proud of my self, it's the first i sew & the result is not bad. my only problem is the neck!
This would be a great restyle for some of those 6-sizes-too-big T's in great colours I thrifted!
ReplyDeleteYour tutorial would work great using a too big t-shirt. I have lots of those! So soon I should have lots of new t-shirts with various necklines, sleeve lengths, etc. as this "pattern" is so easy to vary. Thank you for sharing this one :)
ReplyDeleteSo I know I'm commenting on a year-old post, but I just wanted to tell you that I made this top and it turned out great! http://nikis-notebook.blogspot.com/2012/08/polka-dot-shirt.html Thanks for the excellent tutorial! :)
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http://www.nikisnotebook.blogspot.com
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ReplyDeleteI also tried this cut top.. make it with lace. It is so cute!
ReplyDeleteWhat measurements did you use for the square ? Im pretty much your size and i cant get the right measurements.... happy sewing! :) -maddie
ReplyDeleteI love this DIY! I made one for myself, but in the current high-low trend and put it on my blog. I would love to get your input on it! Thanks for your great tutorials!
ReplyDeleteThis is now on my list of things to do tomorrow. Thank you!
ReplyDeleteThanks for the tutorial. I was just wondering how you keep the sleeves from sticking out at the top, instead of falling down with your arm? Thanks
ReplyDeleteI make the sleeve snug, if they were loose then then they would stick out. But some people like that look too!
DeleteI've tried your instructions! Come and see:
ReplyDeletehttp://lacianfrusaglieria.blogspot.it/2012/11/indomabile-seta-wild-silk.html
Thank you for sharing!!
So easy and delicate. Thank you so much! I tried it as well and shared it here http://jaybeedoubleu.blogspot.com/2012/12/diy-box-top-with-ruffle.html
ReplyDeleteAgain, thanks!
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ReplyDeletewhat program do you use to make your tutorial diagrams? I love it!
ReplyDeleteI just use photoshop elements and play around with the shapes. But I've heard illustrator is way better.
DeleteI understood the body part
ReplyDeletebut couldn't quite get the sleeve part
and what size would be the square??
help!!!
When you hem the neckline doesn't the fabric start to pull since you are making a larger and larger opening with each fold? I want to do this but I am afraid that when I get to the neckline hemming I will have a problem.
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