Either my husband or I have WAY too many t-shirts hanging around. T-shirts are always in abundance at the thrift store and easy hand-me-downs to come by, so I put together a round up of some awesome t-shirt refashion tutorials that you can do yourself!
There’s a tutorial for every problem you have: too large, too small, cover a stain, sew inexpensively, etc!
Do you love to refashion? Check out these lists of refashion ideas! There’s something for everyone!
T-Shirt Refashions for Women
1. Wrap T-Shirt Refashion
This wrap tee is stunning and easy to recreate! It would be great for any t-shirt that’s just a little bit too big.
2. No-Sew Cardigan
Did you get a stain on the front of your tee or did it shrink in the wash? Make this no-sew cardigan to keep wearing it!
3. Lace T-Shirt Refashion
Did you get a stain on the front of your tee shirt? Cover it up with lace! This lace t-shirt is stunning!
4. Lengthen a short tee shirt
If your tee is too short or it shrunk in the wash, you can use this t-shirt refashion tutorial to give it another life.
5. Reverse Applique T-shirt Refashion
Hide those bleach spots or stains with this cute applique refashion! I love the floral print showing through.
6. Fringe Tee Refashion Tutorial
This tee had a stain that was covered with a fun and chic fringe trim. You can put the fringe trim wherever you need it!
7. Ruffle Tee Refashion Tutorial
If your t-shirt is boxy and unflattering you can cut the hem off and add shoulder ruffles. These ruffles bring in the shoulders and make a more flattering silhouette.
T-Shirt Refashions for Kids
1. Colorblocked T-Shirt Refashion
Use 2 tee shirts to make two colorblocked tee shirts! You can making coordinating friend or sister t-shirts with this tutorial. There’s also some great tips for sewing knit fabric!
2. Baby Gown T-Shirt Refashion
To save money on making baby clothes use adult tee shirts to make a baby gown. I love the fun baby gowns these will create!
3. Easy Lounge Pants Refashion with Free Sewing Pattern
Use up those t-shirts you want to donate by turning them into baby pants. This tutorial even comes with a free sewing pattern!
4. Free Baby Romper Sewing Pattern from T-Shirt
Use the free baby romper sewing pattern to make adorable rompers for your toddler. You can reuse some hems and the neckline to make it a fast sew!
5. Baby Leggings from T-Shirt
Stretchy t-shirts make the best baby leggings because they are already soft. This one also comes with a free sewing pattern!
6. Easy Backpack Pattern from T-Shirt
The easiest backpack to make just reuses a t-shirt! All the pieces are right there on the tee shirt and your child gets a fun new backpack!
7. Ways to Upcycle T-shirts for Boys
I love these simple updates that you can do to boys t-shirts!
Which one would you like to try?
Janice Tieken says
I loved your re-fashioned coat story. I hoped to see it.
I made my own clothes when younger, now full-time fine art but still love sewing.
As a licensed therapist – on hiatus – I also loved the healing factor of making things.
Thank you!
Ruby Murray says
Thanks for featuring my bow sleeve tee, love your site xoxoxo
madewithhugsandkisses says
Thank you so much for the feature! I am so glad you like my refashion. there are some wonderful ideas here. I paticulalry like the one with the bows on the shoulders 😀 xxx