Is making one shirt from another shirt hard? for Questionland Seattle

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Is making one shirt from another shirt hard?

I have a shirt that I love (two of them actually) and it is passed it's last legs (arms). If I found the same material would it be hard to reproduce it by gently taking it apart and using it as a model for the new shirt?

My sewing skills are limited but I have a great sewing machine that makes it all seem pretty easy.

infernactual asked in Other - Style & Beauty about 1 year ago | Report

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I'd say it depends on the shirt. I've learned most of my sewing skills by taking things apart and examining them but some things are trickier than they appear. It may be a great project to take on if you are looking for an in depth sewing lesson!

Stella Rose Saint Clair answered in Other - Style & Beauty about 1 year ago | Report

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I'm a novice sewer but I have created my own patterns from other garments before--not even from taking them apart. I have done a few purchased patterns before though which aided my construction techniques. I also have the Reader's Digest Sewing book which explains some construction techniques. Another step which helps is to make a prototype out of an inexpensive muslin fabric which allows you to get comfortable with the construction and gives room for mistakes before you start working with your intended fabrics.

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Knowing the shirts proportions and measurements is key to having the same fit... I suggest getting some main measurements before taking apart the old shirt.

Miriam Reynolds answered in Other - Style & Beauty about 1 year ago | Report

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You can do it !!

staygolden answered in Other - Style & Beauty about 1 year ago | Report

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