Wednesday, August 19, 2009

Ruffle Rose Tank - Tshirt Refashion Tutorial Part II

Here's the second part of the ruffle rose tank tutorial - the rose appliques!

Step 1: Pull out those strips you cut earlier. Make sure your top thread matches the fabric that you're using. Grab the end of one of the strips and fold it over into a little scrunched design- there's really no rhyme or reason to this,so just do what you think looks good for the center. Pin it on your shirt where you want the center of the rose to go.

Step 2: Put the presser foot down on the center of your rose, and start to sew. Sew a little ways past the center on the strip, then fold the strip at a 90 degree angle, and sew down a short ways. Flip the strip again, this time at a slightly bigger angle. Continue doing this all the way around in a spiral, until the rose is the size you're looking for. This may sound really confusing, but if you look at the pictures and give it a try you'll figure it out- it's really easy, and the best part is it doesn't have to be perfect. Every rose will be unique.

Step 3: Once you have the rose the size you want, cut the remainder of the strip off so you have about an inch. Tuck it under the last layer in a way that hides the edge, then stitch to the end.You're done! These really just take practice-you can get creative with them and figure out different ways to fold them as you're sewing. Follow the pictures and you should be fine!
NOTE: If you flip the fabric over and look at the back, the bobbin thread should be tracing a spiral out on the shirt. This can really help guide you if your rose is looking a little crooked or lopsided!

Enjoy! Post links to pictures if you make any of these!





12 comments:

  1. Gasp! I so love your work!!!! You're very talented. I loved visiting... come see me sometime and maybe follow me! (smile)

    sweetjeanette.blogspot.com

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  2. The finished product is amazing! They sell tops like this for $50 in boutiques. I can't wait to try it. Thank you for sharing. I'm going to try it in black, to go with some funky appliqued camo pants my sister-in-law made me!

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  3. This is just lovely!! Thank you for sharing!!!

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  4. Hi there! I just wanted to say thanks for sharing your awesome tute! I made one and blogged about it, and also put a link back to you.Hope you dont mind:)

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  5. I used this rose technique and linked back to you on my blog. Thanks for the inspiration! http://www.whispersofjoy.com/whispers-of-mj.html

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  6. i love this! i am going to try but it looks difficult to me...maybe some practice!!! your work is adorable, and i am now a follower!!! xo

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  8. You do beautiful work and make it sound like there's nothing to it! I want to try it now :) wish me luck! And thank you for sharing .

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  9. OMG, this is SOOO cute!! I think I'll go steal one of hubby's t-shirts and give this a try! Thanks for the tutorial!

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  10. LOVE IT!! i am always looking for cool crafty ideas... i'm doing this next! looks fantastic! thanks for sharing!

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  11. love the design, omg! i put this top together with a circle skirt of the same fabric and the dress is soooooooooooooooo cute! thanks for sharing!

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