I took the larger shirt and cut it down the middle.
Then I cut all the way around the neckline.
Then I chopped off the arms right below the elbow.
Then starting at the bottom hem I cut up the middle at a slight angle until I reached the neckline. Then repeated on the other side.
Next I grabbed my second shirt and cut off the top part right below the arm pits.
Then I cut that piece into three sections.
I took one of the side pieces and attached it to one of the middle pieces. The side piece with the seam will go around the neck. I did this with the other side piece and middle piece as well.
Lining up the hem I pinned the pieces to each side of the shirt. Then I sewed each side stopping about two inches from the end. I did not attach the two side pieces at the collar. Since I wanted to make sure the hems matched up, I sewed these pieces together at the very end. Then I finished attaching it around the neck to create a collar.
Voila.
Your lightweight t-shirt cardigan is complete.
Wrap it around and pin the side for a more fitted look.










6 comments:
it's so beautiful, I wonder if I would be able to make one!
This is fabulous! I saw the inspiration piece and think yours is cuter. The tutorial is great, I may even try this. I work in an office that goes from normal temp to frigid on and off throughout the day. I would love a lightweight jacket to throw on.
I love it Jen! so clever and so functional!
Thanks for the tutorial! It does look great on you. :)
That is fantastic and such a clear tutorial. Thanks xxx
Very well done.
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