The T-shirt-preferably well-used - is a blank canvas. You can cut it, sew it, twist it, and turn it. You can deconstruct it, you can reconstruct it. Recycle it, resuscitate it, refashion it, and re-invent it. Make it punky, make it funky. It is the perfect jumping-off point, and Megan Nicolay - who knows the my-pride of accomplishment and the pleasure of making something chic and unique (and cheap) shows how to turn an ordinary T-shirt into a halter, a tank top, a peasant blouse, or, for a total transformation, into a T-skirt. Or a hat. Or a Christmas stocking, a drawstring purse, a wine bottle cosy. Even a quilt.In 121 unexpected, easy-to-follow projects, this pied piper of DIY shows first how to tee-off with the basic materials plus add-ons and techniques. More than half the projects require no sewing, and all are rated according to the level of difficulty.
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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
By crochetgrrrl
Format:Paperback
A great book on T-shirt reconstruction with tons of ideas. The instructions are easy to follow and most include suggestions for variations. The pieces vary from super-easy, no-sew to a wedding dress made from shirts. On top of the large number of suggestions this book will inspire you to design your own. Although be warned: quite a few of the pieces are more suited to teens rather than thirty-somethings such as myself. Still it has given a number of oversized t-shirts in my collection a new lease in life.
29 of 34 people found the following review helpful
By DP
Format:Paperback
I'd had this book on my wishlist for months, until I actually saw it in person in my local Waterstone's. It came off my wishlist soon after.
It's written for a very young audience, early-mid teens maybe, with huge print, and lots of needless illustrations. It reads like a teen magazine and not like a 'grown up' craft book. Also, the vast majority of the reconstruction suggestions are horrible and unwearable, ripped in places and safety-pinned together.
If you really want to make your t-shirts into wearable clothes, buy a sewing book and learn the basics first, then experiment with your t-shirts on your own. You'd learn a lot more that way than by buying this book.
However, if you know a 14 year old girl who wants to get into crafting, this may be a good buy.
It's written for a very young audience, early-mid teens maybe, with huge print, and lots of needless illustrations. It reads like a teen magazine and not like a 'grown up' craft book. Also, the vast majority of the reconstruction suggestions are horrible and unwearable, ripped in places and safety-pinned together.
If you really want to make your t-shirts into wearable clothes, buy a sewing book and learn the basics first, then experiment with your t-shirts on your own. You'd learn a lot more that way than by buying this book.
However, if you know a 14 year old girl who wants to get into crafting, this may be a good buy.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful
By Gemma Lee
Format:Paperback
Yes this book is quite basic and yes some of the designs I would never wear in public, but some I really like and are almost classy and all are a source of inspiration for further personal ideas for using up your old T-shirts. You're bound to find something you like in book with over 100 ideas.
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Great if you're a bust-less size zero...
Having customised my own hot pants, leggings and jeans I looked forward to this book arriving with excitement. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lady Precious
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Cool
I bought this as a present for my girlfriend, she seems to love it and has had fun trying out some of the designs inside :)
Published 13 months ago by A. Procopiou
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oh how i hoped for something really exciting - half of the rprojects really do look like junk - i hate slating things but i recieved a parcel of three books - all completely... Read more
Published on 21 April 2010 by JC
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Amazing book with no jargon, easy explanations and diagrams
I found this book such a help, it was bought as a present, and it completely transformed my sewing skills. Read more
Published on 24 Oct 2009 by Anna
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creative and easy to use
This book is inspiring and easy to use. You just need a big bag of old t-shirts. Range of designs to suit tastes. Read more
Published on 11 Mar 2009 by L. Simpson
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Published on 5 Feb 2009 by Lil' Jo
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I have borrowed this book from the library and its so good I think I will buy it! I am 31 and would happily wear most of the outfits suggested, maybe the person who suggested it... Read more
Published on 1 Oct 2008 by EHS
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A good starting point
This book designed for a teenage audience and is ideal for anyone who wants to have a little fun and create something a bit unusual from just a plain old t-shirt. Read more
Published on 26 Mar 2008 by K. Roycroft
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love it
i received this book and straight away i loved it. yes it's layout is quite basic but that makes it all the more easier to get going on some great designs. Read more
Published on 28 Nov 2007 by L. thomas
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I LOVE this book!!!
Ignore anyone who says this book is rubbish - it was delivered to my house this morning and I am completely in love with it already!! Read more
Published on 17 July 2007 by Joanne
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