T-shirt reconstruction can range from simple to complex, and working with reclaimed tees can come with its own challenges. These are some handy tips to make it easier!
We love a good t-shirt reconstruction craft, so you know we also loved this guide that Beth Byrge contributed to Sew Mama Sew. Beth walks you through 10 crucial steps to reconstructing an old t-shirt. She goes into everything from choosing the right pattern to choosing the right needle to understanding the fabric. It’s an awesome resource! We’ve got the list of tips below, and I hope that you’ll head over to Sew Mama Sew where Beth has outlined each one with lots of helpful detail!
- Choose the right sewing pattern.
- Fit the shoulders.
- Don’t force the fabric.
- Understand ease.
- Use a rotary cutter.
- Use a ballpoint needle.
- Test different stitches.
- Use a stabilizer.
- Memorize the order of construction.
- Use steam. Whether you’re new to sewing or have been making your own t-shirt reconstruction projects for ages, I highly recommend checking out the fleshed out list at Sew Mama Sew. It includes a bonus tip that we didn’t list here!
