A few months ago I saw a couple of "men's shirt into maternity tops" projects in DIY Maternity that I wanted to try. They seem easy enough for a beginner. Last week Philip went through his wardrobe and decided to throw away two of his old button shirts, perfect for my projects. :D
I made an empire waist shirt from the first one following this directions
What you’ll need:
A men’s button shirt that’s big enough to cover your bump
1/2″ wide elastic
What to do:
Put on the shirt and find the empire waist (just under your bust) and mark it with some pins.
Then measure under your bust (empire waistline) and removed an inch from the measurement.
Cut a piece of elastic that length, and attach it to the inside of the shirt at the empire waistline by stretching as you sew and using a zig zag stitch on your machine.
That’s it! Roll up the sleeves and you’re good to go!!
I altered the collar a bit.
4 comments:
Hey Elvy! I didn't even know you were expecting. Congratulations! When is your due date? You look beautiful. Cool shirt too.
Thanks D! :)
My due date is Sept 14. The doctor said, it's gonna be a boy. :)
One of my best friends was born on September 14! And everyone seems to be having boys these days. I know at least five women who are either expecting a boy or have given birth to one recently. Not a single girl!
Let me know the next time you're in Karlsruhe, so we can go and have a drink. Alcohol-free! :)
The girls will be very popular in the school later. :D
Dunno yet when I'll be in Karlsruhe next, I'll contact you :)
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