Remaking a Plain White T-Shirt and Jean Shorts into a Fabulous Ensemble

Refashioning a Dip Dye Shirt and Shorts Outfit #upcycle #refashion #sewing http://www.upcycledfashionista.com

September 30, 2013January 15, 2017 ~ Maureen ~ 1 Comment

Read the full how-to article on refashioning a plain white t-shirt and jean shorts into a fabulous ensemble.

I am super excited for today’s post. I’ve had this pair of short and this top for a while now. Having plain shorts and a plain white t-shirt is great if you want to pair it with something more intricate, loud, or flashy. But I didn’t like either of these pieces for that purpose. This is perhaps because both pieces scream “Do something with me!!!” And do something, I shall. Time for a refashion!

Man T-Shirt / Woman T-Shirt (alessandralucia.wordpress.com)

Refashion Plain T-Shirts into a Tie-Dye 4th of July Dress

June 28, 2013March 3, 2014 ~ Maureen ~ 9 Comments

I made a 4th of July outfit a few days ago, but I wasn’t feeling it. It came out pretty nice, but I felt I could come up with something more festive for our Independence Day. So when I found these two plain white t-shirts on sale at the Goodwill the other day, I came up with a flash of inspiration for a refashion. Since they were on sale, they both cost $1.50. Tie-Dye, here I come!

I wanted to create some swirly designs with the colors, which is the closest that I know to making stars. So I twisted the fabric around and secured with elastic. Continue reading “Refashion Plain T-Shirts into a Tie-Dye 4th of July Dress” →