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DIY! Do it yourself. Sports jersey inspired tshirt using ribbons tospice up an old tshirt! No sew! explained for beginners!
Hi everyone!
Today
I will be doing a DIY on how I added some gold and silver ribbons to decorate
and spice up your shirt. I was inspired by a sports jersey. The design looks like this and let me show you how I
did it.
The
items you will need are a pair of scissors, fabric glue, and ribbons of your
choice. As for me, I picked silver and gold glitter. Other optional items
include fray glue or clear nail polish.
There
are a few things to note when doing this DIY.
I
recommend getting a tshirt that does not stretch out while it is being worn.
This really depends on the material of the tshirt.
This is because ribbons are
not elastic. Unless you get the elastic type of ribbons, the ribbons may
constrict the sleeves part of the tshirt.
To prevent this, get a shirt that is
not stretchy or doesn’t stretch out while it is being worn.
To
add on, the type of ribbons you get may not be exactly the same. This depends
on the width, color and material which may helps to add some texture and
pattern. If you choose ribbons with a thinner width, you can add a few more
layers of ribbons. But, if you get a wider ribbon in terms of length you may
not add as much. So its really personal preferences, as for me, I only have 2
layers, one silver and one gold ribbon.
To
start, get an old shirt or top that you
are alright with using. As for me, I chose my black shirt.
Using the sleeve, measure the tshirt to see where you want
to place the ribbon.
As for me, I chose the gold ribbon to be 1cm above the seam.
Next, I marked out where the ribbon should be. You do not really need a ruler to be that accurate and precise, as long as both sleeves are identical, it should be fine. Next, taking the ribbon, I measured the circumference of the sleeve.
As for me, I chose the gold ribbon to be 1cm above the seam.
Next, I marked out where the ribbon should be. You do not really need a ruler to be that accurate and precise, as long as both sleeves are identical, it should be fine. Next, taking the ribbon, I measured the circumference of the sleeve.
I measured the sleeve using the ribbon.
I measured the top
part of the sleeve and fold the ribbon to double it in terms of length.
Then take the ribbon and cut it to the desired length. When
cutting the ribbon, cut it in a v shape instead of straight across to prevent
the ribbon from fraying.
I do recommend to cut it slightly longer than need so you can trim off the excess. Remember if it is too longer, you can cut it shorter but it if it to short, you cannot make it longer. Yes, you can use a few ribbons to form one round around the sleeve of your shirt but I think it would be neater to use one long piece instead of a few little pieces.
I do recommend to cut it slightly longer than need so you can trim off the excess. Remember if it is too longer, you can cut it shorter but it if it to short, you cannot make it longer. Yes, you can use a few ribbons to form one round around the sleeve of your shirt but I think it would be neater to use one long piece instead of a few little pieces.
Repeat the same steps for the silver ribbon, measure and cut.
After cutting for an optional step, if you are worried the
ribbons may fray, take some fray glue or nail polish to apply at the ends of
the ribbon. For a precautionery measure, I placed my ribbons against the shirt
to check or any problems and to see if you are satisfied with the length and
how it looks.
I glued the ribbons because I was sewing challenged but if
you are able to sew it on, that will be even better. Please note where is the
best place to end it. I recommend putting it on the inside or the inner part of
the sleeve or if not the side edges where
it may be a little less obvious as compared to the top part of your sleeves.
When glueing the ribbon onto the sleeve, make sure to press it down so that it sitcks properly.
When glueing the ribbon onto the sleeve, make sure to press it down so that it sitcks properly.
Once I am done with the first sleeve, I move onto the next
sleeve using the original sleeve as a guide or reference for measurements. It
is the same steps as before, measure, cut and paste.
Once you finish pasting, you are done with the sleeves!
Once you finish pasting, you are done with the sleeves!
Moving onto the ends of the shirt, it is also the same
steps. The only difference is that the ribbons are longer so you have to be a
little but more careful when pasting it on. Since the ribbon was long, I did
one side at a time. I glued the first bit of the ribbon and paste it on the
front of the shirt compared to gluing the whole ribbon.
Measure,
glue,
Paste.
Moving onto the silver ribbon,
That’s it for this post. I hope my explanation was at least somewhat clear enough and hopefully the pictures help to understand better.
I really like the outcome of the shirt. I like the color contrast of the ribbons against the black tshirt and how it kind of looks like a sports jersey. I hope you guys will like it too!
xo
carissa
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DIY! How I customized and personalized my iPhone case with my name using jewels, crystals and rhinestones!
Hey there!
Today I will be doing a DIY post on how I customize and personalize my iPhone cover case. I thought it was something unique. You are free to try various designs and patterns as well. It does not need to be an iPhone cover, you can decorate other items such as laptop cases, clothes and more.
There are tons of other lovely cases out there and I do know that people frequently change their cases because they do get tired of it. I like this design because I thought it was original and unique. My name on it makes it personalized and easy for identification.
There are tons of other lovely cases out there and I do know that people frequently change their cases because they do get tired of it. I like this design because I thought it was original and unique. My name on it makes it personalized and easy for identification.
Here is a picture of my iPhone case.
I admit that I like my things customized. When I get a new case for my phone, I tend to customize and bling-ify it. Haha!
Here is my laptop case.
You can use your creativity and create other designs. Here I have a small crown and a flower/snowflake. (I meant for it to look like a snowflake. Does it look like one? Haha!)
Sorry if the lightning and pictures does look washout. It was getting dark and the sun was going down.
The jewels I am using are ironed on. But, the glue on type may also work depending on the item. However, I prefer iron on since it is neater without too much glue. If you are going to iron the jewels, it is best to use the iron on type of jewels as they stick better because I think they have a bit of glue on them. If you are going to glue on the jewels, normal ones will work.
The items I used are toothpicks, jewels/rhinestones, a pair of scissors and some tape.
I printed my name out on paper to use it as a guideline for the jewels.
Place the paper firmly onto the table or use tape to stick it. You do not want external factors such as wind to accidentally move or destroy your design.
I use the toothpick to align the jewels against my name. This is a long and slow process depending on how big or small your design is.
Once my name is done, I use a pair of scissors to cut out the tape. I use this tape and stick it onto the jewels so it will not run. Measure the size correctly and place the tape onto the jewels itself.
Using the tape, I tear it and stick it against the jewels.
Press the tape to make sure the jewels do stick.
Now, carefully remove the tape. Check and make sure the jewels are stuck on.
Here is my plain iPhone case on top of my orange printed ironing board.
I stick the tape and jewels onto my case.
This is important! Please put a piece of cloth or handkerchief on top of the jewels so that they will not burn.
PLEASE BE CAREFUL WHEN USING THE IRON! Once the iron is warm, I press it on top of the jewels. I press it about a minute. In most cases, the jewels would have stuck on. If not, press it for another minute or so.
Slowly remove the tape and the jewels should have stuck on the case.
Here is your end result.
Here is a link to my video for a clearer demonstration.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Y20d0sfqeYc
I hope you will like this post. Feel free to leave any comments below and I will talk to you all soon. Bye!
xo
Carissa
black
DIY! Do it yourself, how I spice up an old shirt cutting out the sleeves to make shoulder sleeves cutouts.
Hi all!
Today I will be doing something different. I will be doing a DIY post on cutting the
sleeves off your shirt. The design looks like this and let me show you how I
did it.
The items you will need are a ruler or measuring tape, a
pair of scissors, a pencil and fray glue or nail polish.
Get an old shirt or top or a top that you are alright
with cutting it. As for me, I chose my black shirt.
I have made markings on one side of the sleeve. But I will
go through with you just so you get the feel of how I did it.
I measured where to cut my top. I recommend cutting after the shoulder because
I wanted to avoid this seam so I would not spoil the shirt. I am careless and
not perfect or very neat when doing handiwork.
Here you can see, I made my slits into triangles because I
thought it looked more like a tear or a rip as compared to rectangles which I
thought can be quite chunky since both the rip and the space are of the same
shape. But, it is personal preferences. You can do slits of any shape you like.
My markings are also not the same size. I made them from big to small because I
like the gradient effect and I thought it would be something different. If you do not wish to do this step, you can also choose not to measure the rips. Random tears can be a pattern or a design too!
From the main seam, I measured 2.5cm and I move downwards. I chose
my measurements. The length of each rip will be 1.5cm and the space will be
2.5cm. I will alternative the rips and the spaces. Meaning this 1.5cm will be
the rip, the next will be the space and the next will be the rip and so on.
After that, I measured how long the rips will go. This will depend on your arm
size or how long you want the rip to be. I wanted mine to start with 3.5cm. (so
when I measure it is 3.5cm. Don’t forget about the other side too so it is 7cm in
total.) I go down half a cm smaller each time I measure. This means that the
next rip will be 3cm long and the one after is 2.5cm long. I decided that I
wanted the rips to stop above my elbow instead of doing the whole arm. So I
will have 4 rips for 1 sleeve. 3.5, 3, 2.5, 2cm.
That was for the first sleeve. Moving onto the second sleeve, I use the first sleeve as my reference. I align the sleeves together. This helps to make marking them out easier without needing to measure them a second time.
When I am done marking them, I join the dots together.
That was for the first sleeve. Moving onto the second sleeve, I use the first sleeve as my reference. I align the sleeves together. This helps to make marking them out easier without needing to measure them a second time.
When I am done marking them, I join the dots together.
Just remember, if you
cut too small, you can make it bigger by cutting more. If you cut off too much,
you cannot make it smaller. Another thing is depending on how you wash them, it
may be possible that the rips get bigger over time since this is not machine
sewn so I would not recommend doing a very large slit.
After marking out the measurements, I take my scissors and
cut them.
I place my shirt to make sure the sleeves are align together. I cut both at the same time together hoping that it would be even. It also helps so that you do not need to cut a second time.
After cutting you are done. For an extra step, if you are
worried that your shirt will fray or tear, take some fray glue or nail polish
and put it onto the rips so that it will not fray while it is being washed.
And you are done!
This is your end result. I hope you guys will like this DIY post. Feel free to leave any comments below and I will talk to you all soon. Bye!
xo
carissa
This is your end result. I hope you guys will like this DIY post. Feel free to leave any comments below and I will talk to you all soon. Bye!
xo
carissa
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