How to Turn a T-shirt Into T-shirt Yarn
In this DIY, I’m going to show you how to turn a t-shirt into t-shirt yarn. I will then be crocheting it to turn it into a unique accessory.
I can’t wait to show you the finished result. Let’s get started with this upcycle!
Tools and materials:
- T-shirt
- Scissors
- Crochet hook
1. Cut top into strips
Cut the t-shirt into 1-inch (2.5cm) strips and stop 1-inch before you get to the edge.
To cut the strips, you can use scissors or a rotary blade on top of a cutting board if you find that easier.
2. Stretch fabric
Stretch the fabric out.
3. Roll into yarn
Then roll it into a ball of yarn.
4. Crochet with the yarn
Now crochet with the yarn. I used an 11.5mm hook.
It might feel strange at first because the t-shirt yarn is much thicker and wider than regular yarn, but you’ll get used to it.
I crocheted a bunch of chains, and I used large stitches to create gaps.
This is what I created, and there are so many ways to style it.
I can wear it over a top.
Or on top of a dress.
For the remainder of the t-shirt yarn, I just made a long chain and tried to style it.
How to turn a t-shirt into t-shirt yarn
This was such a fun DIY. With most upcycling products I’ve done, I’ve modified a piece of clothing to turn it into something different.
Here we completely deconstructed the whole t-shirt, turning it into yarn and then crocheting that yarn to create a super cool accessory.
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Interesting. I'd do something else with the yarn but I like the idea of how to make the yarn.