How to Cut T Shirts for Craft Projects

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Take a large t-shirt.

   You can buy a new t-shirt, use an old shirt or buy t-shirts at the thrift store.
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   Step 2: Lay the t-shirt on a flat surface

   ,,, Your t-shirt will now look like a tank top. , Gather the bottom of the shirt with your hands.
   
   It can be bunched up, but the ends of the shirt should be even with each other. , Use a ribbon, strong twine or another strip of t-shirt material.
   
   If you would rather sew the bottom of the bag, align the bottom edges when the t-shirt is inside out.
   
   Sew the 2 sides together.
   
   You can also use a ruffling foot to gather the 2 sides of the t-shirt together. , Double and triple knot it when you are assured it is tight enough that nothing can fall out. , Now it will appear gathered at the ends. , Glue the ends together with super glue.
   
   You can use leather from an old belt or faux leather trim from the fabric store. , Place items in the bag.
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   Step 3: such as an ironing board

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   Step 4: craft table or hard floor.

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   Step 5: Fold it in half lengthwise.

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   Step 6: Cut off the t-shirt sleeves inside the seam with fabric scissors.

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   Step 7: Cut off the neck portion just under the seam.

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   Step 8: Turn the shirt inside out.

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   Step 9: Tie the ends together approximately 2 inches (5cm) from the ends.

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    Step 10: Make sure you knot the ribbon or material very tightly.

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    Step 11: Turn the shirt inside out.

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    Step 12: Wrap a small piece of leather around the bottom of each of the 4 straps.

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    Step 13: Allow them to dry.

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