Ready to elevate your current tee collection? We’re here to show you how to update and repurpose your favorites with ease. With a bit of craftiness, you can instantly level up your wardrobe. In the video below, fashion influencer and Instagram star Evangeline Demuro provides four simple tips to help you cut your tees, adding some flair to your go-tos. All you need is a T-shirt, scissors, safety pins, and some inspiration!
Watch the video and follow along as we take you through the experience step-by-step.
Ways To Cut a T-Shirt
Add DIY Fringe to Your Hemline
Step One:
Select a horizontal line where you want the fringe to start, such as at your belly button.
Step Two:
Cut off the bottom of your T-shirt. See the image for a location recommendation.
Step Three:
To create the fringe, cut vertical strips on the front and back to your desired starting point. These can be as long or as short as you want.
Step Four:
Tie a knot at the top of each strip to ensure it stays in place.
The Finished Product!
Complete these steps and show off your “new” tee!
Make Your Own Safety Pin Shirt
Step One:
For this punk-rock look, cut a line below the T-shirt’s collar to remove it from the shirt.
Step Two:
Add a row of safety pins to fill the gap you’ve created. You can add as many or as few safety pins as you’d like.
The Finished Product!
Complete these steps and show off your “new” tee!
Back Knot Your T-Shirt
Step One:
Cut a line up the middle of the back of your T-shirt.
Step Two:
Cut horizontal lines from left to right.
Step Three:
From there, cut out a rectangle from the left and right side.
Step Four:
Turn it over and cut a line up the middle of the front of your shirt. You’ll use these separate pieces to create a tie detail on your back. You can also cut the neckline for an off-the-shoulder look.
The Finished Product!
Complete these steps and show off your “new” tee!
Shred Your Shirt
Step One:
Cut the bottom of the shirt if it’s too long.
Step Two:
Turn the T-shirt inside out and fold it so the back pieces are folded in half against each other.
Step Three:
Draw a very light triangle. It can be any size you want!
Step Four:
Cut slits into the triangle running horizontally for the ultimate DIY shredded shirt.
The Finished Product!
Complete these steps and show off your “new” tee!
In the video, you may have noticed that Evangeline also demonstrates how to use bleach dye on a T-shirt. To learn more about this styling tip, check out our DIY Bleach Dye Guide. Experiment with both techniques and see which you prefer!
