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DIY Scallop Tee // Turn a Boring T-shirt into a cute Scalloped Hem Tee

 Turn a boring t-shirt into a cute scalloped hem tee.

If you have a good t-shirt you avoid using because it is a bit too long – here is a cute idea how to shorten it and make it even prettier!

Below you will find my step by step written tutorial with VIDEO instructions for all the visual learners.

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How to make the scallop hem tee

Supplies and tools

• fusible knit interfacing or tape 2cm (3/4″) wide
• matching thread
• scissors (or rotary cutter and a cutting mat)
• ruler or measuring tape
• iron and ironing board
• sewing clips or pins

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How to Sew a Scallop hem tee

Watch the diy scallop tee video first and then follow the written step by step instructions below.
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Scallop tee VIDEO TUTORIAL

INSTRUCTIONS:

STEP 1:

Put on the t-shirt, fold up the hem (right sides together) to the desired length.

Make sure to test the new hem: raise your arms up and make sure the new hem does not ride up too high. Adjust if necessary and pin.

STEP 2:

Place the t-shirt on your worktop and fold the hem all around, making sure the hem on both sides is the same length.

If your t-shirt has a straight hem – check that the hem is the same all around the shirt.

If you have a curved hem – the middle will be slightly longer – just use your best judgement.

STEP 3:

Pin the hem in place and press it.

STEP 4:

(optional) Place a fusible knit interfacing or tape at the fold of the hem and press to fuse.

STEP 5:

Download the scallop pattern and trim the design you like – I am using the standard scallop in the video.

STEP 6:

Fold the scallop template and mark the middle of the scallop.

STEP 7:

Grab both sides of the t-shirt and fold it in half. Mark the middle of the front and the back

STEP 8:

Place the scallop templace over the interfacing with the scallops facing the fold. Mark around the scallops leaving just a bit of fabric (3mm/1/8″”) over the curve of the scallop. When moving the template make sure to line up the scallops for a neat look.

You may need to lengthen or shorten the last scallops so they form seamless neat pattern.

STEP 9:

Stitch along the marked scallops using a straight stitch and a ballpoint (jersey) needle size either 70/11 or 80/12.

STEP 10:

Trim as close to the stitch as possible, cut into the points to release the tension but be careful not to cut into your stitches.

STEP 11:

Trim the fabric on the other end of the scallops leaving 1cm (3/8″) from the points.

STEP 12:

Use your fingers to turn around the scallops. Roll the fabric between your fingers to push out the seams.

STEP 13:

Press all scallops.

STEP 14:

Topstitch the scallops about 6mm (1/4″) away from the edge!

Ta-da! Your brand new scallop hem tee is ready for action!

 

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