Polka Dot Shirt Redesign Tutorial

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  Step 1

  Start with a big button down shirt with a fabric and pattern you like.

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  Step 2

  Cut off the collar and the sleeves.

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  Step 3

  Measure and mark the distance from your shoulder to your waist add a half inch seam allowance.

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  Step 4

  Use the marks to cut your new waistline.

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  Step 5

  Pin, sew and trim the sides to fit.

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  Step 6

  Add 1/2 inch darts to the bodice front and back.

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  Step 7

  Trim the sides of the bottom of the shirt to fit.

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  Step 8

  Right sides together, pin and sew the new side seams.

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  Step 9

  Use the longest machine stitch to baste around the top of the bottom portion of the shirt.

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  Step 10

  Pull the bobbin thread to gather bottom portion of the shirt. With right sides together, pin and sew the bottom portion of the shirt to the bodice, matching sides and centers.

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  Step 11

  Cut open the tops of the sleeves.

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  Step 12

  Press the raw edges under twice and stitch on each side.

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  Step 13

  Cut off the top of the sleeve. With right sides together, pin and sew the sleeve back into the armhole with the slit on top.

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  Step 14

  Cut the newly desired neckline.

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  Step 15

  Fold under the neckline raw edges twice, press and stitch.

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  Step 16

  Now you've got a flirty new shirt. Have fun!!
  For more refashion inspiration and tutorials, head on over to The Renegade Seamstress
  www.chicenvelopements.wordpress.com
  I'd love to get to know you!
  Beth

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