Burlap and buttons shirt (tutorial)

Burlap and buttons shirt tutorial

 

This was a simple off-white cotton shirt, which I revamped using burlap strings and buttons.

 

An easy project, that really does not need any tutorial to get you started.

 

DIY shirt refashion

 

 

 I started by choosing the design I wanted for my shirt and traced it over. Once I was happy with the look, I gave it for machine embroidery. Another great option would be to hand paint it.

 

To complete the project

YOU WILL NEED:

  

• Burlap strings
• Needles and threads (black and white threads in this project)
• Buttons (of your choice)

  

MAKE IT:

 

• To make the box around the embroidery, you will need 8 braided burlap strings.
• Cut two burlap strings of same length according to your pattern. Tie a knot at one end and twist them together to make a braid.
• Pin the braids in place and hand thread them into the fabric. I made 5 loops (3 white loops between 2 black loops) after each 1/4 inch.

 

• Now place and arrange the buttons in different positions
• When you are convinced with the look, sew them in place.

 

• When you are finished sewing the burlap strings and buttons, the backside will look like this (note that the interfacing is already their, because I gave it for embroidery. If you plan to paint instead of embroidery, you will need to stick the interfacing on the back before you thread the burlap strings, for a neat look)

 

• And your front side will look like this.

 

 

I was not sure, if this project will be a disaster or it will turn out good!

So, I did not take any pictures for tutorial. Now I wish I would have taken some pictures to share with you.

But I hope it was easy to understand!

Till we meet again!

Have a great week, filled with fun and joy.
 
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21 responses to “Burlap and buttons shirt (tutorial)”

1. Farah Muzaffar says:

   May 17, 2011 at 5:33 am

   Hi Hani……. fabulous really … it looks so smart… great job, choice of colours, design all is very beautiful really love it very much I may go one for my daughters long frock neckline like this,,, Thanks for sharing I am linked up it on my FaceBook page…

   http://craftaworld.blogspot.com/
   Love
   Farah

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2. Catherine says:

   May 17, 2011 at 12:19 pm

   This is a fabulous creation! I've seen a lot of diy clothing on blogs in the last year and am impressed by how different & creative this is {and how it doesn't look “homemade”, but more like something you'd get at a boutique}. Love it!

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3. CREATIVE MIND says:

   May 17, 2011 at 3:14 pm

   This is Super Cute..you did nice job,well i want to ask one thing..you did this machine embroidery yourself??or you just couch the threads according to embroidery?
   & what about string folding,?is it easy to handle the several strings..?
   over all its very nice 🙂

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4. Tanya @ Greetings From the Asylum says:

   May 17, 2011 at 8:02 pm

   This is simply beautiful! Thank you for sharing. I am visiting from Ladybug Blessings.

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5. Zainab says:

   May 18, 2011 at 4:21 am

   Hani!! I saw this on you at Mariam's place, I didn't know you had made it! Thought you had bought it from Pakistan maybe.. but WOW! It looked SO smart! Love the pictures!!!

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6. Little Treasures says:

   May 18, 2011 at 12:28 pm

   Oh my!! This is truly stunning!!!

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7. Jill says:

   May 19, 2011 at 3:16 am

   Unique and stylish! I love it – great work!

   Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
   Hope you have a great week!
   Jill @ Creating my way to Success
   http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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8. Hallway Furniture says:

   May 19, 2011 at 10:57 am

   Wow that is really cool. It has that hippy chic look! My girlfriend will love this!

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9. Plateful says:

   May 19, 2011 at 9:19 am

   Hani, this is brilliant! Totally loved your top and the work! Way to go girl!!

   On a personal note, oh my gosh, you are so tall and lean…mashaAllah!

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10. inspirationalladdu says:

    May 20, 2011 at 7:57 am

    Wow!! thats super impressive! Love it 🙂

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11. {nifty thrifty things} says:

    May 21, 2011 at 3:07 pm

    This looks so pretty, Hani! Wonderful!
    Thank you so much for sharing this @ {nifty thrifty sunday} last week!
    Hope to see you again tomorrow! 🙂
    xoxo from Germany,
    Vanessa @ {nifty thrifty things}

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12. Alisha @ Crafty Brooklyn Army Wife says:

    May 21, 2011 at 5:07 pm

    This is beautiful!! TFS!! Stopping by from Truly Lovely and your newest follower.

    Come on by my blog when you have a moment. This is what I shared this week: http://craftybrooklynarmywife.blogspot.com/2011/05/red-simplicity-cynthia-rowley-dress.html

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13. Felicia @ All Things Fee says:

    May 23, 2011 at 11:33 am

    Amazing! Thanks for sharing at All Things Fee!

    Reply
14. Ashley says:

    May 24, 2011 at 2:39 am

    this is cool, looks like a lot of work, love it!!! turned out grerat

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15. Stephanie Lynn @Under the Table and Dreaming says:

    May 24, 2011 at 7:45 pm

    Hani – Your shirt is gorgeous! I love the burlap – very unique and cool! Beautiful work! Thanks so much for linking to The Sunday Showcase Party – I greatly appreciate it. I have featured this Sunday. Have a wonderful week.
    ~ Stephanie Lynn

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16. angie says:

    May 26, 2011 at 7:04 pm

    gorgeous!

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17. the purple muse says:

    May 27, 2011 at 1:05 am

    You are so super talented! Thanks for sharing:-)

    -Tammy

    Reply
18. Michelle says:

    May 28, 2011 at 2:33 pm

    Wow, the details are amazing! Really cool idea to braid burlap string for a shirt. Thanks for linking up with DIY under $5!

    Reply
19. Misty @Creative Itch says:

    May 29, 2011 at 3:27 am

    Amazing shirt!! Thanks for linking @'Sew Cute Tuesday'! I'll be featuring you on Tuesday, so be sure to stop by and grab a 'featured' button!

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20. btanders says:

    July 20, 2011 at 2:15 pm

    Wow! This is AMAZING!!

    Reply
21. smitha says:

    October 11, 2013 at 12:46 pm

    beautiful……………………………………………………………………………

    Reply