Second Chance T-Shirt Gifts – Part Two
Make a Christmas Stocking from a T-shirt and more! T-shirts, we all have them. Whether from schools, vacations, concerts, sport events, or charitable causes, T-shirts hold memories usually stored in a drawer. Mary Mulari, our recycling expert, is here to encourage you to give those T-shirts a second chance and create unique gifts while renewing memories.
On today’s episode of Sewing With Nancy, Mary shares a few fantastic projects that preserve memories and recycle treasured souvenirs. This is part-two of the series. Watch Second Chance T-Shirt Gifts Part One online today or purchase Mary’s Second Chance T-Shirt Gifts Pattern and DVD at Nancy’s Notions.
T-Shirt Pillow
On Second Chance T-Shirts Part Two, we’ll create personalized gifts from special T-shirts, which is easier than you might think. For example, turn a favorite T-shirt into a pillow with a few easy steps. Add pockets to hold a child’s favorite storybook or small toy. Then stuff and enjoy.
T–Tote
Give a favorite T-shirt a second chance by transforming it into a tote. This easy project takes advantage of the features of knit fabrics—no-fray edges—so the simplest of sewing techniques are used. Parts of another T-shirt give the handle area extra support plus a splash of color. Watch this Sewing With Nancy program online, now.
T-Shirt Santa Stocking
Make Christmas stockings from T-shirts to display in December from notable T-shirts. Choose T-shirt designs that relate to each member of the family or guests. The creative stocking collection is sure to spark conversations. See how easy they are to make on today’s episode.
Here’s another idea—Add a festive highlight to family gatherings with a banner of reversible pennants. Choose T-shirt designs for each occasion or to represent family members. The back of each pennant is chalkboard fabric, providing space for a message.
Gloves Fit to a Tee
With a two-way stretch T-shirt knit, you can make your own gloves for special occasions, costumes, or lightweight warmth. Add a pocket for your phone or other essentials and your gloves will have flair and practicality at the same time.
T-Time Toddler Bib
Take a colorful pair of T-shirts and make a practical, useful gift for a toddler. Maybe the T-shirts represent the mom or dad’s favorite sport, college, or hobby. The two-sided bib is a popular gift that can showcase the family legacy. Watch online.
Watch Second Chance T-Shirt Makeovers (Part One and Part Two) on The Best of Sewing With Nancy online.
Tell us your favorite project to make using re-cycled T-shirts, for a chance to win a copy of the Second Chance T-Shirt Gifts pattern from Mary Mulari. A random winner will be chosen and posted on June 18.
Happy Sewing!
Team Nancy Zieman
Nancy Zieman Productions. LLC.
Anne Z
I love the Christmas Stocking idea. It is so unique.
Julie Kill
I like the Stockings! They are a wonderful gift for college bound Teens! ( it makes their somewhat worn t-shirts useful again!)
Bib idea is a charmer also! If it was made using more of the shirt, it may be able to be used in a nursing home.
Mary Dunden-Smith
I volunteer at a thrift store, and I’ve been gathering T-shirts that can’t be sold due to small holes, etc. I plan to use the T-shirts to make tote bags, bibs, and other items as gifts for friends and family. I also plan to display some of my T-shirt creations at the thrift store to give customers ideas for reusing their old T-shirts.
Dixie
I love the stocking idea. also making bibs for grandkids.
Peggy Bibb
The stockings are a great idea. Never thought about using t shirts to make stockings.
Bev Bolduc Aldridge
To make gloves from t-shirts would be a blessing to keep sun off my hands and to make them in colors I want. Thankyou team Nancy Zieman for 1 of the greatest ideas.
Barb K
Never would have thought of making the stockings–great idea!!
Rosie
I never would have thought of making my own gloves. What a wonderful idea. I want to try a pair with a pocket for my phone.
Donna Fecteau
I have made a few T-shirt quilts in the past but I love the stocking idea! The banners are awfully cute as well.
Cynthia d.
I like the useful tote bag and the bibs; hope to make them for donations to annual fundraising for Sewers & Reapers.
Clovis
I have made the t-shirt quilt. The Tshirt stocking looks good.
Teri
Love the idea to make bibs with t-shirts!
Sharon
I have never made anything out of a t-shirt. So I need ideas from the book.
Maggie Carver
I love all the ideas you and your staff come up with. And the T-shirt ideas are wonderful and would make a beautiful “anytime” gift for my son during the year. I dearly hope I can win the book !!!
Thank you
Noreen
I cut a tshirt into pockets which I put on some knit capris that didn’t have pockets. It worked really well.
Linda Clark
I love the glove idea. I really want to get a couple tee shirt quilts made for my boys. Thanks for the opportunity to win this book.
kathy
I love the baby bib. What a great idea!
Linda Goschke
I may try making gloves if I can find an old tee with enough stretch. Custom gloves are such a great pleasure to have.
Tees are a great source for pieces of cotton knit to use for all types of projects, especially baby clothes and color-blocked shirts.
Susan
Adore the T-shirt Santa stocking as it celebrates the holiday and also reflects the joy of a past memory such as a school, team or vacation spot.
Margaret LaVenia
I need to make a couple t-shirt quilts! Have shirts ready to cut but haven’t done it yet.
Lorraine Alves
I would use a new mom’s t-shirts to make a snuggly wrap for her new born. Both new mom and baby would take comfort in the bond created.