A very simple cardigan. Sweater into Cardigan. I'm thrilled to be a guest today and present a super easy tutorial -- how to transform a sweater into a cardigan This is a great way to use old pieces from your wardrobe and update them for a new look.
Upcycle a T-Shirt into a Cardigan. November 2nd, 2012 Email 190 users recommend This sweet layering piece might become a new favorite!
Cal Patch. Refashion sweater into cardigan. Welcome to Day 3 of Refashionista.
Today our guest is Delia of Delia Creates. I adore Delia. Her blog feels like entering a comfortable, warm home. It's full of beautiful ideas, gorgeous pictures, and she has two adorable boys! (She's also got a little girl on the way.) Hi I Am Momma readers! I love re-purposing projects, because you get to take something useless to you and make it useful again...or maybe even something you love. :) Such is the case with some too tight, too short sweaters I had, that I converted to cardigans. I know, I know...this has been done before - a lot, but this is my version of a: With most cardigans you have buttons that line the length of it so you could technically wear it as a blouse if needed.
With these cardigans, because they are starting out as too tight and too short sweaters, there are only two to three buttons that clasp the cardigan partially closed. Materials: Matching thread looks best...but as you'll see I didn't for two of my cardigans. Let's begin. Boleros & Shrugs. One way to make a prom dress or gown more modest is to wear a coverup – a shrug, bolero, or jacket.
These are very easy to sew. Enjoy the following FREE bolero patterns and shrug patterns! Skill level: Very Easy (Beginner) Pattern Pieces: Two Completion time: 30 minutes or less Fit: Loose and forgiving Skill level: Very Easy (Beginner) Pattern Pieces: One (rectangle) Completion time: about 10 minutes Fit: Tight to the body Pattern Pieces: One (curved) Completion time: about 15 minutes. Make a shrug from a t-shirt. I've still got hand sewing on the brain, but I wanted to make a shrug from a recycled/upcycled t shirt.
I did not do it by hand because I was into instant gratification! The first cut of the bodice is 13" from the neckline/shoulder. I cut a pleasing curve. I have a bin full of these hems. I also cut 1/2" strips for trimming. Sewing first strip. Second row. And the sleeves. These strips will develop more character with washing and wearing. Finished! Upcycle t-shirts to shrug. So what do you do on a cold rainy day?
Pull out the bag of way too big old t-shirts and start up-cycling! I used a Men's Medium t-shirt and made it into a short sleeve shrug/jacket thing. Here is the basic layout on how I cut the t-shirt out. The strips that I cut off of the bottom I sewed together and they became the ruffled edging all around. Then on the sleeves I did a double tulip sleeve. I should have taken more picture probably in the process, but I find I just get so busy and have so much fun with the projects that I forget to take pictures... But it was all very simple and basic. Then I sewed the edging onto the body of the garment all the way around. Lettuce Make A Shrug. I'm told it is Spring.
Though I've seen the sun a few times- I'm still not yet completely convinced until its time to cut my grass. I worked up this quick and easy tutorial which will help you transform your humbum regular old long sleeve tshirt into a fun and fancy shrug/cardigan perfect to wear over a sundress for a day at the races or pair it up w/ a tank and jeans for a trip to the park. Go ahead and grab something to cut with and something to cut- and we'll get started! I started with this medium weighted long sleeve shirt from Coldwater Creek. It was comfortable but I didn't like the length in the tummy area.