They make you look fresh and are popping up everywhere. Yup, we’re talking split t-shirts: those Frankenstein-ed tees that have been a streetwear staple for years! This DIY project transforms your well-loved styles into something new and original. Finally, those old t-shirts just sitting in your closet can have a second chance to shine.
GATHER YOUR MATERIALS
- Two t-shirts
- An iron
- Heat tape
- Sewing pins
- Scissors
SET YOURSELF UP FOR SUCCESS
- Fold your first shirt evenly in half
- Cut along the fold all the way through
- Repeat with your second shirt
- Pick your favorite half of each
- Cut the heat tape in half lengthwise
- Cut the heat tape into 4-inch parts and set aside
NOW COMES THE DELICATE PART
- Turn both shirts inside out and align the front sides
- Pin them together throughout to hold them in place
- Remove the pins in 4-inch sections, then place a piece of heat tape in between the shirts
- Iron over the heat tape to activate its adhesive
- Repeat the process until you’ve finished the entire front side
- Flip over and align the back sides together
- Pin together and repeat the process
VOILA!
You've got a new hybrid shirt.
WHAT NOW?
- Make another shirt with your leftover shirt halves
- Save the extra fabric for future DIY projects
- Recycle the fabric
