By contributing writer Jackie
Over the past couple of years I have shared several ideas for turning on old T-shirt into something else. Today I thought I would gather all of those ideas in one place.
So, if you have a lot of old T-shirts lying around and don’t know what to do with them here are 16 ideas that might spark your creativity.
1. Make a Rug from a T-Shirt
If you have ever been intimidated by the thought of making a T-shirt rug but love the way they look, then you need to check out this tutorial. Using a sewing machine to make a T-shirt rug is much faster than traditional methods.
2. Make a Shrug from a T-Shirt
This T-shirt shrug takes an old idea and puts a new spin on it. Check out the tutorial for all the details.
3. Make a Necklace from a T-Shirt
This no-sew T-shirt necklace is a great addition to any outfit. Find out how you can make one by following this tutorial.
4. Make a Wreath from a T-Shirt
Turn a T-shirt into a decorative wreath by following this tutorial.
5. Make a Dress from a T-Shirt
Use two T-shirts to make a dress for your little one by following this tutorial.
6. Make a Skirt from a T-Shirt (Method 1)
This little skirt is made from a T-shirt and a pair of too short pants. Find out all of the details in this tutorial.
7. Make a Skirt from a T-Shirt (Method 2)
Here’s another method for turning a T-shirt into a skirt.
8. Make a Headband from a T-Shirt
This tutorial will show you how to turn a T-shirt into a headband to match any outfit.
9. Make Baby or Toddler Pants from a T-Shirt
Using a pair of pants that fit your child as a pattern, you can make a pair of pants from a T-shirt by following this tutorial.
10. Make a Gift Bag from a T-Shirt
Turn a T-shirt into a decorative gift bag by following this drawstring gift bag tutorial.
11. Make a Pillow from a T-Shirt
T-shirt scraps can be turned into a decorative pillow by following these instructions.
12. Make Yarn from a T-Shirt
Follow this tutorial to give new life to an old T-shirt by turning it into yarn.
13. Make Napkins from a T-Shirt
An old T-shirt can become a cloth napkin. Find out how by following this tutorial.
14. Make a Produce Bag from a T-Shirt
Ditch the plastic produce bags and make some out of T-shirts instead. Find out how here.
15. Refashion a Maternity Shirt
This tutorial offers a few ideas for refashioning a maternity shirt (or even an oversized T-shirt).
16. Make an Apron from a T-Shirt
Learn how to make a simple apron from an old T-shirt by following this tutorial.
Felicia says
I’ve done some of these in the past, like the shirt to a maxies dress. I love the t-shirt rugs but haven’t been brave enough to try yet and that idea for a shrug looks like something my oldest would love. I’ll have to give it a go this weekend.