How to Cut a T Shirt

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Lay your T-shirt down flat on a rug.

   Use a scissor to cut around the hem of the collar, creating a scooped boat neck.
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   Step 2: Cut off the sleeves.

   Cut just inside the seams of each sleeve and save one of the sleeves to use later. , Cut the back of the shirt so that it has a lower scoop than the front.
   
   Cut in two slightly curved lines that meet in the center to form an upside-down triangle. ,, Make an additional cut in the hem so that you have one long strip of fabric rather than a ring. , Laying the shirt face down, tie the back straps together with the piece of fabric you have cut.
   
   Do a double knot and then cut off the ends. , Enjoy your new racerback.
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   Step 3: Shape the back.

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   Step 4: Pull the cut edges taut

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   Step 5: so they curl over.

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   Step 6: Cut the hem off of one of the extra sleeves.

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   Step 7: Create the racerback.

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   Step 8: Finished!

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