11/6/12

DIY out-dated tshirt into lovely pencil skirt.




The perfect lace pencil skirt all from a thrifted shirt and oh so comfortable.

Supplies: 
-thrifted shirt: needs stretch. Think textures like lace, crochet, bold t-shirt prints. 
-Sewing machine
-Metallic Elastic Waistband



Before: this tshirt was outdated and needed a revamp. I loved the pattern of the lace and decided it would be a great pencil skirt.



Cut the sleeves and collar line.



Sew a tube that fits your waist and hip measurements snuggly. Trim the excess from the seams.


Sew the elastic waistband to match your waistline on the skirt.



Top stitch along the edge. Trim an excess fabric.



Add a bow...




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47 comments:

  1. KristinaFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:03 PM

    gorgeous!

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  2. EugeniaFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:30 PM

    OMG what a cute and great idea!!!

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  3. RICHA SFebruary 25, 2012 at 12:36 PM

    thts b'ful.....love the revamped look...

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  4. Laura JaneFebruary 26, 2012 at 1:17 AM

    New to your blog, but now subscribed.

    Great conversion!!!

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  5. WimberlyFebruary 26, 2012 at 5:56 AM

    So cute!!

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  6. tightsandteaFebruary 26, 2012 at 10:42 AM

    I wish I had your amazing sewing skills!

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  7. LauraFebruary 27, 2012 at 3:36 PM

    thanks everyone. Lots of trial and error when it comes to learning sewing but so worth it!

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  8. Geneva (apairandaspare)February 27, 2012 at 6:09 PM

    This is a very cute skirt!

    Geneva

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    1. LauraMarch 14, 2012 at 4:21 PM

      Thanks Geneva. LOVE ur DIYs!! Very inspiring.

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  9. Kailie@kbreit.blogspot.comMarch 28, 2012 at 9:43 AM

    super cute! visiting from pinterest :)

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  10. AnonymousNovember 6, 2012 at 3:23 PM

    AMAZING!

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  11. AnonymousNovember 6, 2012 at 5:40 PM

    This looks beautiful. I must try it.
    xx Tanya
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  12. vintage honeybeeNovember 6, 2012 at 6:38 PM

    I love the lace look. I'm going o snag one of these, the next time I it the thrift sore.

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  13. Floortje van CootenNovember 7, 2012 at 5:15 AM

    Nice!

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  14. Tanja LookbookNovember 7, 2012 at 9:24 AM

    You are so creative :)

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  15. Sylvia Salas - Dare to DIYNovember 11, 2012 at 1:58 PM

    Pencil skirts look fab on you, I remember the last skirt you made out of a shirt, it was awesome too. This one is different but also so cool, I love the waist you made with that bow.

    xxx
    Sylvia

    www.daretodiy.com

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  16. Eve PaludanNovember 11, 2012 at 4:25 PM

    This is gorgeous. You are a fashion genius! Because of your blog, I am going to buy a new sewing machine. I have missed sewing and you have made me want to do it again!

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  17. AnonymousNovember 14, 2012 at 1:56 PM

    Beautiful! Thanks for the instructions!

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  18. JesNovember 15, 2012 at 12:34 PM

    i love your blog, your ideas so cute!

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  19. Tamara @ Lively HappeningsDecember 19, 2012 at 11:43 AM

    So pretty! I love this one! So glad I came across your blog. You are truly talented!

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  20. Laura BDecember 20, 2012 at 6:08 AM

    Congrats!! What a great job!! Looks so smart!!!

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  21. ToniMarch 12, 2013 at 4:42 PM

    This tutorial has totally make me want to start sewing. :D

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  22. Elizabeth BApril 7, 2013 at 9:45 AM

    Hey, I love this look and have had it bookmarked to try for a loooong time! Was wondering where you found that cute waistband? perhaps scavenged from an old skirt?

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  23. Nerline GermainApril 29, 2013 at 4:43 AM

    I love it!

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  24. Ker Yi LauAugust 3, 2013 at 8:07 AM

    Gosh!!! This is amazing!!! It is so lovely!

    Love,
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  25. staplelifeAugust 10, 2013 at 3:28 AM

    Just gorgeous and so easy!!

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  26. AnonymousAugust 24, 2013 at 10:30 AM

    Gorgeous! I can't wait to make one.

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  27. EcoMamaSeptember 13, 2013 at 5:38 PM

    Ah!! I need to go find a lacy top at my local thrift store!!

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  28. ElaineDecember 26, 2013 at 8:54 AM

    Super idée !!

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  29. Anna, indeedJanuary 19, 2014 at 5:38 PM

    the lace is beautiful!!

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  30. AnonymousFebruary 18, 2014 at 3:11 PM

    This is a fab idea. I have some tops where I like the pattern but not the style I will definitely see if they will fit my hips lol.

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  31. AnonymousJune 14, 2014 at 8:31 AM

    Beautiful clothing! Now, I just have to go through my closet...thanks for the ideas =)

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  32. Arianna BrownJuly 14, 2014 at 4:02 AM

    You have a great artist in yourself. You have made a really awesome looking t-shirt. Thank you for sharing a very valuable information to us. I will definitely to create for me as i'm not much creative I know it will not look as cool as you had created. I'll sure update this kind of stuff in my collection soon so you can even earn money for your creativity. Check this website www.gkfashionstore.com for collection of dresses, footwear and handbags products for womens.

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  33. AnonymousDecember 12, 2014 at 2:20 PM

    Need more detailed instructions on how to attach the waistband. How is it secured before being topstitched?

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  34. AnonymousDecember 12, 2014 at 2:26 PM

    Need more detail about how to attach the waistband. How is it secured before being topstitched, and where exactly should it be topstitched? Top and bottom? Is the waistband attached like other elastic waistbands? Need better instruction for beginners.

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  35. AnonymousDecember 27, 2014 at 9:22 AM

    I have a stretchy ivory lace shirt much like this. Perfect project for an upcycle.

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  36. Antonia OliverOctober 1, 2015 at 4:59 AM

    So great idea! I have the perfect old t-shirt for this project. It's one of my favorites,but it will definitely look better recycled that way. Thanks for sharing!

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    The lace dress is not designed to make a beautiful dress

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    I can't believe how cute this is! Great job! This is so creative! I think I'll fold my elastic under and sew down on the sides so it's invisible.

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