T-shirt necklaces have been our list for some time.
This is a five-minute craft. All you have to do is grab some old t-shirts, a rotary cutter, and a cutting mat. According to fabric whiz Cynthia Treen, if you want the fabric to roll, you'll want to use a single-knit t-shirt rather than double-knit.
I can't tell you the difference between single and double-knit until she texts me back. I just know, for now, that most, but not all t-shirts will work. Start by slicing the shirts (across) in one inch strips.
Make a bunch. Stretch the loops and they will curl up into 1/4" strips.
Loop them, braid them, add charms, knots, whatever you like. It's incredibly flexible and always looks amazing.
They even have man potential. Just be sure you call it a "scarf" not a necklace.
Thanks to T. and T. for the idea.
Hehe how inventive, looks very fashionable.
Great tutorial, I am going to the attic to scout for some of my old T-shirts... Yippee!!
Posted by: Religious Necklaces | October 12, 2010 at 06:27 PM
Hi! I linke your project/tutorial on my blog. Check it out if you have time!
http://craftmysoul.blogspot.com/2010/08/i-heart-jersey-necklaces.html
-Nicole
www.craftmysoul.blogspot.com
Posted by: Nicole | August 04, 2010 at 01:47 PM
Do I have to use a rotary cutter? Will it not work with a scissor? I want to try it with a tie dye shirt. Will send pics of results.
Posted by: Kelly | January 14, 2010 at 11:22 PM