Learning to cut T-shirts will give you a trendy way to update your thin t-shirt collection. Many stores sell T-shirts that have not been cut, and most are expensive. This article will teach you how to cut a t-shirt for a more stylish look at minimal cost.
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Method 1 of 5: Making a Collarless T-shirt
Step 1. Take your T-shirt
Step 2. Make a small cut on one side of the collar using sharp fabric scissors
Cut the incision along the collar seam, using this as a visual guide for cutting your t-shirt.
Step 3. Use fabric scissors to trim the collar from the shirt
Step 4. Take the material from the hems of the shoulder area and pull
This will make the neckline of the shirt roll up.
Step 5. Wear the t-shirt over a tank top or camis
Method 2 of 5: Cut the T-shirt to Show the Belly
Step 1. Take your T-shirt
Step 2. Put on the shirt you want to cut out
Step 3. Measure the distance from the shoulder hem to slightly past your waistline with a tape measure
It's a good idea to lengthen the size a bit so that the shirt will roll right up to the waistline, not above it.
Step 4. Mark the measurements on your shirt using a fabric marker or chalk
Step 5. Cut the shirt straight with sharp fabric scissors
It's easier if you lay the shirt on a flat surface.
Step 6. Pull the edges of the shirt so the material will roll up
Step 7. Done
Put it on and show it off!
Method 3 of 5: Cutting T-shirts to Make a Tank Top or Muscle Top
Step 1. Cut out the sleeves of the shirt
Start about 2.5 cm (1 ) below the armpit and cut up to the neckline. Don't throw away any leftover material.
Step 2. If desired, cut the neckline
Scissors at the hem of the collar so as not to give a one-shoulder effect.
Step 3. Pull the edges, so the material will curl nicely
- Optional: Spread the t-shirt face down on a flat surface. Pinch the material under the armpits.
- Optional: Wrap the leftover material around the pinched area. Tie to lock the material and hide the knot under the loop.
Step 4. Put on your T-shirt
If the shirt is too revealing for you, wear a bandeau or tank top inside.
Method 4 of 5: Cutting Shirts with a Razor
Step 1. Choose a tight t-shirt for best results
Step 2. Select the area of the body you want to show off
You could show a razor cut on the back of a t-shirt, for example.
Step 3. Lay the t-shirt on a flat surface
Place the baseboard between the front and back of the shirt so you don't cut it on both layers of the shirt.
Step 4. Draw parallel horizontal lines across your t-shirt using a razor blade or cutter knife
You can cut lines of the same length, or slash a long line at the top and slash successively shorter lines to create a triangular effect.
Step 5. Done
Optional: Wash the shirt. The part you cut will curl around the edges to create a punk style
Method 5 of 5: Cutting the Shirt to Make the Sleeve Tie
Step 1. Cut the hem from both sleeves using sharp fabric scissors
Step 2. Use fabric scissors to cut a slit from the bottom to the shoulder hem
Step 3. Pull the edges so that the material rolls
This will also loosen the material so it can be tied in the next step.
Step 4. Tie the loose edge of the fabric at the end of the slit
This tie will create a cute peek effect.
Step 5. Done
Dress your top in a cute new sleeve style.
Tips
- Practice cutting out old, unused T-shirts first so you don't care if they break.
- The options for cutting shirts are limited only by your imagination. For example, you can snip off the shoulders or make a tassel style and tie it with colored string.
- Stock up on T-shirts in a variety of colors and sizes at a low price by shopping at a secondhand store. Remember that you will be cutting it out, so a little stain on the shirt is fine.
