Showing posts with label DIY. Show all posts
Showing posts with label DIY. Show all posts

Monday, November 16, 2009

DIY T-Shirt Tutorials

Here are some girls who really know how to change up a t-shirt into something totally awesome! I found this video on YouTube when I search for DIY t-shirts. I instantly adored all all the videos from "mybfcloset." I am pretty sure you will agree with me. so check out these videos and let us know what you think.

Thursday, November 5, 2009

How to Fold a Shirt in Seconds

I know just about everyone has seen some variation of this shirt folding video, but it just never gets old. I use this technique on a regular basis so I thought I would show you a video that broke down the steps. Enjoy!

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Friday, September 25, 2009

8 Fabulous Ways to Wear a T-Shirt

The Blouse T-Shirt
Any t-shirt will work well. Just remember it should not fit tight, so it will have that blouse feel.

T-Shirt Tone Down
Solid shirts work best for this fashion secret. I love the white paired with the gray and black.

The Artsy Tee
This is my favorite artsy t-shirt. you can find this one and more like it at Uneetee.com.

Simple Words
Slogan shirts are fun from time to time, but you need to keep in mind that it is better to keep it simple. That ans big font it in!

Solids for Accents
Utilize the classic white t-shirt. A solid shirt acts as a blank canvas for whatever accessories you wish to add.

Show Some Support
It is always refreshing to see people show their support for something they believe in.

Learn from the Boys
We all know a boy or two who would be willing to let us raid their closets, so why not? They will love that you love their clothes, plus you look good.

All these looks are easy too pull of you just need to find the right shirts. That is why I usually head over to CafePress, Spreadshirt, or Uneetee.com (for the more artsy tees). These sites have a wide variety of shirts to choose from so you won't leave disapointed. CafePressand Spreadshirteven let you design your own shirt if you are feeling up to it.

Tuesday, September 15, 2009

Don't Hibernate!!! Get Sweaters From Cafe Press


Don't Hibernate!  Get Fun Winter Gear at CafePress

The time has finally come, the weather is cooling down suddenly. It is a bit early if you ask me, and I have no control over the weather (shocking I know) so I guess I am allowed to complain. In the past two days it has gone from frying hot to chilly in the shade. That is why I have already broken out my few winter clothes in hopes to determine what I will need to add to the collection. I already know I need more sweatshirts.
That my friends is why I've been browsingShop or Create What's on Your Mind at CafePress for the last hour trying to get some ideas for creations of my own (and finding others designs that I enjoy as well). I suggest you got take a look at there customized t-shirts, I'm sure you'll get some inspiration.

Wednesday, August 19, 2009

How to Silkscreen a T-Shirt at Home

I found some good videos on YouTube about how to make you own screen prints at home using a cheep hoop, fabric paper, glue, and of course paint and a t-shirt. This way you don't need any heavy duty/expensive equipment. The lady uses a large stiching hoop that you can buy at just about any craft or fabric store. She then stretches a really this fabric with loose stiching over the hoop, making sure it is very tight. She printed the artwork off her computer and traced it on the screen. Then she glued all the parts she didn't want color, let it dry, and wa-la she was ready for printing!

Wednesday, August 12, 2009

Threadcakes 2009: Threadless Contest Winners

Threadless has just anounced the winners of their 2009 Threadcakes Competition. Let me tell you, the work these people have done is anything short of stunning. How people can look at a complex shirt design and remake it into a 3D or 2D cake design is far far far beyond me.

The winner of the 3D challenge was Jennifer Flynn who recreated Noha's Epress into a 3D boat sailing on the ocean. With all the little animal detail whole project took her three days of hard work. As if recreating all the detail wasn't enough, she thought she would give her self an extra challenge and make the whole thing eatable! Which she actually managed to do...WOW! You go girl!

The First place spot in the 2D catagory goes out to Alex Waite who had a well thought out cake vertion of Immposter In The Bird Hotel. She really paid attention to detail, creating all of those little birds by hand! She took a different aproch than most when it can to cake construction. She decided to make each of the little windows into a seporate little tea cake. What a unique idea. The cake looks awesome, I hope everyone enjoyed eating it.


Be sure to check out the rest of the winners at threadcakes.com!

Tuesday, August 11, 2009

Spreadshirt Designer...Wear Your Thoughts

I have come across a great website for customizing your own t-shirts entitled Spreadshirt. Not only can you customize and design your very own t-shirts, but you can set up a free store and sell your designs! How sweet of a deal is that? The correct answer would be very sweet. But wait it just gets better...it is completely free to set up and maintain a shop, plus you get to set the commission. You as a shop owner don't have to do any hard labor, all you have to do is be creative. You even own the rights to all of your designs, so you are free to take them down whenever you please. Setting up shop is a no loose situation in my mind. If you are already planning on designing a t-shirt for you or your friends, why not put it in your shop so the general public can enjoy you creativeness as well!

Go check out the site for yourself!
Spreadshirt Designer

Monday, August 10, 2009

Make Your Own T-Shirt Bag

Everyone has old t-shirts that are no longer practical to wear, but you just aren't read to give up. Well readers you are in luck. I have stumbled up on two super easy ways to make your own recycled t-shirt bag. These bags are great for quick runs to the grocery store, as school totes, or even to keep in your car just in case.

The first one is really quick and easy, but it reqires a sewing machine. So if you don't have a sewing machine handy or just like the idea of using Duct Tape and staples the second set of instuctions is for you!

The first is from Instructables.com.


The second is originally from the The Today Show but can be found at Craftstylish.com.

Wednesday, August 5, 2009

How To Cusomize Your T-Shirt To Look Vintage

Who needs to spend a large amount on a t-shirt labeled 'vintage' when you can just make your own at home. With these easy steps you can create your own vintage t-shirt out of your favorite shirt to give it a new edge or out of just anything you find lying around. You will be able to customize your t-shirt to your exact liking and have to satisfaction of knowing it is one of a kind! Plus it is cheap...who can't appreciate that? Now lets get started.

Step One: Make a solution to soak your shirt in by mixing 8 cups of water and 1 and a half cups of salt in a pot. stir the salt until it dissolves and the solution is boiling. Before placing your shirt in the solution make sure it has cooled off, we don't want to shrink our shits. Let your shirt soak in the solution for 3 days.

Step Two: After the 3rd day remove your shirt and wring it out. Then rub super fine sandpaper briefly along the outside and inside to give it that 'worn in some areas' look. Make sure you are gentle when going over any designs or words so that they don't rub off or ruin.

Step Tree: Hang your shirt outside to dry so it can catch some rays and fade into perfection.

Step Four: Quickly rise out your shirt in the sink then wring it out so it is only slightly damp.

Step Five: Now just wash your shirt in the washer and dryer as normal.

There you go, you are done. Feel free to alter any of the steps and experiment with it (this is your shirt not mine), but most importantly have some fun!