Would you like to know how you can make a skirt in 8 seconds?
From this?
just follow the picture instructions:
in summary:
and there you have an 8 second skirt!
you can also pull out the bottom part of the bow all the way out to make a bigger bow.
This project was totally unexpected but i love the result. I was folding my laundry one day and got to this striped top and thought about how this pattern would make a cute skirt. So i wondered if i had enough fabric to make it into a skirt so i slipped it on to see and then thought, hey, this doesn’t look that bad just slipped on! And since the sleeves looked awkward, I tried tying them into a bow and it was even cuter!
So there you have it, this is what i truly call killing two birds with one stone.
What you’ll need:
-a very stretchy, knit shirt with long sleeves
Instructions:
1. Hold up the shirt in front of you, so you see the back of the shirt.
2. Put your legs into the neck hole and slide the shirt up to your waist.
3. Tie the sleeves into a bow.
Estimated time: 8 whole seconds.
Budget: $0.00
Skill level: anyone who knows how to tie a bow?
BJ_Mama says
LOL! This is genious! Although I'd need a 5XL to fit over my Mama Hips!
opportunityknits says
so cool and cute!
Jenn says
OMG! This is pure genius!! I will have to try this soon.
Lisa says
Who knew?!? Very creative and it looks great!
Paige (Final Clothes-Out) says
That's pretty smart! And since it's always easier for me to find shirts at thrift stores that are too big, this will be a snap.
Jodi Ann says
I don't even know how you come up with these amazing ideas π I'm so going to do this!
Amanda says
Haha! That's awesome!!
Kerrie says
ok that is just brilliant.
Melissa says
That is totally awesome!!!
sstone says
fantastic idea!
Shiloh
everydaygameplan.net
Talitha says
Oh how random, I was youtubeing videos last night on how to make skirts/dresses out of tops. Mainly out of guys dress shirts but along the same lines!
I really like the look here, the bow out of the sleeves is really cute π
Talitha xx
Bonnie Boo says
that is ingenious! And really cute!
Nikki@EverythingUndertheMoon says
This is completely awesome!! Such a genius idea! Would love it if you would stop by and share this at my linky party going on right now π http://everything-underthemoon.blogspot.com/2011/12/bedazzle-me-monday-11.html
Have a great week!!
K Blue says
Oh my goodness. I love this! You make it look so chic. I don't know if I can look so chic, but I will certainly try it!
The Cantelmo Family says
Oh my goodness! I am in love! Best idea ever! Turned out so cute!
Tutus & Tea Parties says
Oh my word! This is brilliant!
I'd love for you to link up and share:
http://tutusandteaparties.blogspot.com/2011/12/pinteresting-link-party-week-sixteen.html
Jen Lossing, The Consigner Designer says
What! That is awesome! Love it. Thanks for the tip! Visiting from Home Stories A to Z!
Sally says
Brilliant Idea! Thanks for sharing! Newest follower from the Everything Under The Moon Party. If you get a chance I'd love you to stop by my blog & maybe follow along too!
Sally
loveofhomes.blogspot.com
Shelley says
Now that is just insanely creative, and it turned out so awesome! I'm gonna got hit up my closet ASAP π
[email protected] says
OKay…that is seriously incredible! You are SURE to be famous now!
Desiree @ The 36th Avenue says
Shut UP!
This is AWESOME!
Pleeease I would love for you to share it tomorrow evening at my link party over at http://www.the36thavenue.com
I LOVE THIS!
Rach H @ FamilyEverAfter says
SO love this! I picked it to feature on Sugar Bee crafts today. (I am the reader picker). I would also love you to link up at my Link Party anytime. Once Upon a Weekend at Family Ever After, starts Friday nights. Thanks!
http://www.familyeverafterblog.com
jennellchang says
so in love with this idea! will definitely be wearing some of my huge collection of striped long sleeve t's this way from now on
Gallery32 says
How cute is this? Genius!
Q @ JAQS says
Haha – love this – how clever is that??? π
When you get a chance – love for you to link up to my "Made by ME" linky party: http://www.jaqsstudio.com/2011/12/made-by-me-9-linky-party-and-features.html
gigiofca says
Super cute! Me likey π
Erika Reiner says
Um….BRILLIANT!!!
Going closet hunting for a shirt I can do this with!
Cranberry Morning says
That is hilarious…and SO CLEVER!! A Great idea when packing to travel with only a carry-on and no checked luggage. GREAT Idea. π
Megan says
genius! That is so awesome and cute!
Lucija says
I am so so so going to make this!
Darilyn says
Love it!
Jordan McCollum says
Brilliant! Now I just have to find a shirt long enough. Thanks for sharing!
Heather says
Cute idea! Thanks for linking up to So Very Creative, I featured this today! Make sure to come grab a button.
Kara at Petals to Picots says
I soooo love this idea! I am visiting from the Fingerprints on the Fridge link party.
~Kara (your newest follower π
http://www.petalstopicots.com
Rose and Heather says
I am in love with this IDEA!
We would love for you to come link it up at our blog, Crafty Lassie Tuesday. This weeks party is still open!
http://www.sewstylishboutique.blogspot.com
Then click on Link parties on the side, to fins the most recent party.
Thanks,
Heather & Rose
WhyCuzICan says
Eight WHOLE seconds? LOL What a great idea if you have the figure for it (I have a teen that does anyway). Thanks for sharing this fun idea!
Via: Freckled Laundry linky party,
Suzanne in chilly NW Illinois
Tutus & Tea Parties says
Thank you for sharing! You are one of the features this week! π
http://tutusandteaparties.blogspot.com/2011/12/pinteresting-party-with-features-week.html
Danielle says
Seriously this is great! How creative! I'd love for you to link it up to my Feature Friday Linky Party
http://blissfulanddomestic.blogspot.com/search/label/feature%20friday
Roslyn@Sew Delicious says
I am seriously heading to my closet right now to give this a go!
Rai says
Alternatively, turn the sleeves inside out, cut and sew for pockets.
Rose and Heather says
You've been FeAtUrEd at Sew Stylish Boutique! Come grab a button π
http://sewstylishboutique.blogspot.com/2011/12/crafty-lassie-tuesday-link-party-17.html
Thanks,
Heather and Rose
Abigail says
Saw this skirt on pinterest and immediately clicked on it. (mostly because I love bows and stripes)I read the tutorial, ran into my room, dug out my old navy and white stripe shirt, tried it out… and it worked! Absolutely genius! Love it. Now I'm a follower! Hope you'll come check out my blog!
–AbiPlusHusband.blogspot.com
June says
That was so cool and well done! Love your blog! Am following you now π
http://junebiswas.blogspot.com
Peggy says
Absolutely stunning!
If it were on me… well the line from Steel Magnolias about it looking like two hogs fighting in a burlap sack… Yep I think that would sum things up pretty aptly! π LOL (you know you have hips when you have a 24 inch waist at 18 and your dr informs you that you have great "birthing" hips. yeah thanks Dr! but he was right! All three pregnancies, labor over almost before it began… LOL
mBody Spirit says
I've done this before with an oversized shirt from India, with leggings underneath. You have no idea how many people comment positively on the idea.
Katie {Party of Four} says
Perfect! I bought a shirt that look the same at target on sale and its way to big. I can do this! thanks!
Taylor Made says
I wore my skirt this week…thanks for the idea…I had lots of lovely comments too.
Jen says
Wow that is so cool, I love this idea! I would love to feature this tutorial on my blog…and would love to feature you (interview maybe?).
Love your DIY projects π
Jen
http://www.fabulousfinds.ca
Ashley@SimplyEnchanted says
That is the cutest creation I have ever seen! Such a cute skirt…pure genius! Where did you get that shirt from? I'm dying to know! You are beautiful and I am so excited that I now follow you! π
Sarah says
@ashley, I got the shirt from Korea.
@jen, feel free to feature this on your blog!
Thank you for your comments everyone!
Ashley@SimplyEnchanted says
I have never heard of Korea, I'm off to go search. Also I would love a more specific tutorial on how you folded the bow π It is simply brilliant!
Nikki says
Could you possibly make a tutorial of how to make the bow? I am having trouble making my look good…
Sarah says
It's just the basic, simple, traditional bow. After I tie it, I make sure to pull out the sides of the bow as flat and wide as possible. I will try to make a video tutorial on it later. π
Mandy says
Gonna try this with a men's button-down from Goodwill, too!! Super-cute π
Unknown says
Can I use a quarterlength shirt or will the sleeves be to short to tie into a bow?
Sarah says
Hi! quarter length sleeve will work with the bow on the very last picture. If you want it the other way, you'll have to use a long sleeve length shirt. π
Sylvie says
Brilliant! It is so cute and I'd never guess it was a shirt! π
criscrascrus says
really cool!
caro says
cool idea!!!
Robyn Welling says
So cute! We had a submission on CraftFail from a woman who tried this and almost ripped her shirt in half (it's here if you want to see it: http://craftfail.com/2013/07/this-shirt-skirt-should-be-a-snap/ — and of course we linked back to you). But shoot, she still looks twice as cute in her shirt skirt than I look in clothes that I wear as the manufacturer intended. π Great idea!
Viv Smith says
Love this idea!
Kelly Munns says
My mom gave me a shirt with the tags on to take back to the store after my grandma died last year. Iβve been meaning to repurpose it as a skirt as itβs this pretty purple knit. I just didnβt know what to do with the arms. Iβm running to my room to try it now!
Michelle Katseanes says
Oh my goodness….I am in LOVE with this idea! I would love to chat more…but, I am off to find all of the long sleeve shirts in my town!!! Super cute shirt/skirts…here I come! π
Melanie von Bose says
This is adorable and such a fun idea! I wish you had share buttons so I could share it easily!! π