What you’ll need…
Everyone has an old T-shirt, right? ….these happen to be GAP Stretch t-shirts that were quite fitted through the arms and chest but loose in the waist.
Cut shirt {as seen in image below}. . . either way works . . . I made the green fringe larger
Leave full length or cut shorter, to desired length
And… Voila!
Pull over head and wear as a necklace! Cute over a bandeau bikini top as well!
Or wear them on your arms! {or anywhere they’ll fit! That’s the bonus of using a t-shirt with stretch!}
*note: I wasn’t planning on doing a DIY this weekend but this idea popped in my head yesterday afternoon while I was cleaning out my closet . . . and knowing that these t-shirts were not going to get worn in original form, I turned them into something new. I have a brown one I’ll probably DIY as well …because seriously, this post is taking longer than the DIY, it’s so easy.
*disclaimer: while I have been cutting up old t-shirts for decades {as many of you probably have too}, it has always been into another style of t-shirt to wear …as a t-shirt. I have seen many fringe necklaces {and made one} but not like this. IF however I am wrong and this idea is not my own, please do let me know so I can link to another previous version of this DIY.
{Victoria’s Secret fleece crop pant, old ass tank top, Jessica Simpson zip booties, sunglasses unknown, Aldo earrings}
Skumfidus
Cool! I just started wearing a halter-neck top I have with fringes like that 🙂
TeeTee
You are so creative.. great idea!
OmnisLucis
how did u come up with that? old tshirt to funky accessory, awesome!
Dominica
You could also try and hang some multi-coloured beads at the ends ….but these are already awesome…great idea !
Megan
Sweatpants with heels? Only you Maegan!!
...love Maegan
TOTALLY Dominica!! …I said that to my friend last night while I was showing it to her and she giggled ..but I think you could TOTALLY ADD BEADS {especially those 80’s beads!}…and it would ROCK!
Dirty Slipcover
you are sooo creative!!
Dana
This is a great idea!!! You look so stylish!!
amy@flyingakite.blogspot.com
I think is one of the best DIY’s i’ve seen. Because not only is the product really chic, unique, and versatile, but making it looks so easy!
thank you for posting this!!!
daer0n
Those are super cool, i am always re-constructing stuff to make them into new things as well, funny enough, last night as i was going through a directory of sewing and crafty blogs, i found some handmade necklaces that were made out of fabric, and they looked awesome, as well as a really cool scarf that i plan on making, i plan on making them all! i love them so much.
I’ll share the links of my findings if you want to check them out too:
Recylced T-shirt Necklace
Ruffle Necklace Tutorial
Ribbon and Pearl Necklace Tutorial
Anthropologiefied Flower Necklace in 2 ways
Upgraded Scarves
Keep the DYI’s coming {love them}, you’re rocking those t-shirt necklaces!
Summer
Super cute Maegan!!!
freeteyme
Funky! and you were rocking those sweats with your heels!
kelse
wow, what a great idea. you look amazing xx
K.Line
You are like a designer meets crafter. Awesome combo. I’m so impressed with your talent M. Really.
Kristin
I’m digging them on your arms!
Rachel@oneprettything.com
This is awesome! I can’t wait for my next Fashion Roundup!
riennahera
this actually is amazing!
Elizabeth Marie
How fun! And a DIY I think I could actually not completely jack up.
“old ass tank top” I die.
Lily G.
Wow, your DIYs are amazing!! You are so talented miss!!
aleica
i’m loving it
xxxxx
Tess
what a sweet idea! collar is awesome!
Style Porn
Another fab idea! And just because someone may have done it before doesn’t mean you didn’t think of it on your own. Great minds think alike, after all!
Girl Japan
I had to laugh at your disclaimer, I sometimes feel weary when I write like “oh shit, did I hear or read that somewhere”!
You however luv…. are a DIY talented woman to be reckoned with.
Tara Gibson
you are such a fashionista! love it!
...love Maegan
two things . . .
1. it’s clear that I am a freak
2. my husband HATES these pants. I LOVE THEM. I got them in black too. and I ALMOST wore them to work the other day …but decided against it.
Keith
That looks really cool Great idea. Hope you had a nice weekend.
Savvy Mode SG
what a great idea. i love it.
garage.glamour.
that is beyond coool
K @ Blog Goggles
The arms pic reminds me of a wrestler my guy friends used to watch – the ultimate warrior, I think? Nevertheless, he was very stylish.
Anonymous
kirsten and valerie on bleachbblack.com did a tutorial similar http://www.bleachblack.com/paged=3…picture is nearly halfway down the page
K @ Blog Goggles
Haha yes: http://scrapetv.com/News/News%20Pages/Business/images-2/the-Ultimate-Warrior-champion.jpg
I might have to DIY some armbands next 🙂
Carlotta
this is so easy & cool!! I’ll do it I’ve tons of old tees tnx for sharing!!
Amy
Maegan, you so clever! Loving the way you work it for the camera and the blog in general. Thinking i am gunna pick up some serious style tips here xxx
McGlone Bunch
Wicked…just wicked…where do you come up with all these ideas??? I mean really beautiful and smart plus talented and caring…c’mon you gotta have “a” flaw 🙂
Loving all your stuff and you.
michellehendra
whoa! this is so creative!
i’m lovin it! i think i’m gonna try it myself! and see how it’ll turn out later!!!
thanks thanks thankss.. 🙂
http://takeyoureyesoffme.blogspot.com
trinsch
this is the coolest! simple and yet so awesome 🙂
you should post your styles on http://www.senseofashion.com
Lili
Awesome idea! I will try it for sure.
amber {daisy chain}
SO crafty, I love it!
Julia
Fan-flipping-tastic, babe!
TheBeautyFile
ok, LOVE! I am going to start a DIY …love, Maegan folder for when I need to be crafty!
Chris
What an awesome idea! I have a ton of old t-shirts just begging to be sliced up 🙂
Miss Eve
Not my style but these posts are fabulous 🙂 Love them!
Lauren From Texas
I am always excited to learn a new way to cut up a Tshirt. haha. some girls and I get together for “Craft Night” – we drink and craft. haha! I will have to suggest this idea – we’re having one this friday!
Roanne @ All the Vanity
Omigosh, this is sooo cool! I really love rehashing things, as it also keeps your planet green. I know, I know it’s cheesy and mushy, but that’s the way I put it as a “green planet” advocate. 😉
I always wanted to deconstruct my old tees. Aside from using them as “pambahays” (Tagalog slang which means clothes used only at home), now I think I know what to do. 😉
Iva
I really LOVE those pants! and I mean LOVE. I have a similar pair (although def not as cool) and my husband is so not a fan of them either….but my mom hates them even more. HA, is what I say to that!
as for the DIY, were do you come up with this stuff?! Ah if only I could be so creative!
Couture Carrie
Fantastic, darling! I love this idea! And of course, your new profile pic is fabulous!
xoxox,
CC
misslikey
great idea….and so simple.Loving it
Suzanne
how creative! that’s openminded thinking ;). love it!
xx
The Socialite
Love this thank you! 🙂
...love Maegan
ANON: I only see their Zipper Fringe necklace …..not a t-shirt fringe necklace. …Last October I made a regular fringe necklace out of actual fringe …all three are different. Thanks though. I’ll keep looking but I didn’t find it.
Hanako66
dude, I am LOVING your tutorials.
this one is so fun!
Dutch donut girl
Very trendy!
Cathy Voyage
Great idea!
ticklishfromadistance
Love this idea. Love it. I am getting going on some for my girls.
B-More BAP
Hawt! I loves it!
Diabolina Da Fashionista
you=da bomb!
Underfunded Heiress
Your so crafty! Cool fringe!
Joy
very innovative! crafty and creative!
Annie
Ooh ooh ooh! Supremely awesome idea!!!
stylewithbenefits
Wow, love this! I’ll always be a fan of fringe and this is a great DIY!
xo, Becs
steph
OMG you are so creative! That look fabulous! Now I’m going to figure out what shirts I can shred to get the same look…I may even sneak in Ryan’s drawer! Lol.
stacy di
really really cute. love it, and haven’t seen one like it before!
Chessa!
you clever thing.
nat.jane.
summer check list:
DIY frinnge necklace
.. this is brilliant!
Lucy (The Fashion Setter)
Very nice idea!
Lucy =)
Lucy (The Fashion Setter)
Very nice idea!
Lucy =)
Alain-Christian
LOL in the last picture you have a might big bulge in your pants hahahaha!
DianaCirne
I loveeeee this one!!! thank you for sharing this creative idea!!!
heela
cool
i always thought of making chokers from sweatshirt collars i’ve been removing.in my head they would be embroidered and shit, but hey, they’re still lying around in some closet…
thanx for the idea
Gracie
Lady, you are ingenious.
Love Grace
livininoilcountry
Hi Megan, I just found your blog and I can’t tell you how happy I was when I did! Your blog is brilliant and inspiring. Not to mention the author is pretty too =D
I’m putting you on my blogroll =D
love, Ragil
Jen Ell
This is awesome…I have been experimenting and made some variations of my own.
Kathryn
This is awesome! I made version using a few beads on mine – will be fun to wear when going out dancing sometime. Thanks for the tutorial and sharing all of your awesome ideas.
Kapaali
I just made one of these and it is really cool. I used a never-worn olive t-shirt. Once it was done, I paired it with a deep purple silk scarf with long fringe and they look great together. This is, without a doubt, one of best diy t-shirt surgeries I’ve come across. I’m so glad I found your blog!
Christina Dee
new reader; and totally obsessed.
thank you fashion gods.
xox
christina dee
nobodyknowsyou.net
Alain-Christian
It looks like she has a huge boner!
The Beading Gem
This has got to be the fastest DIY necklace tutorial for the most awesome urban chic I have ever come across! Will link from my blog.
JHE'ANELL
Hey Maegan!
I just stumbled across your blog today – you have great style and such amazing DIY projects…looking forward to visiting your blog regularly…hope you have a happy, safe and fun weekend 🙂
Tarabell150
I made this today! Can you say easy. fun. cute. I used the same shirt to make a scarf, headband, and this necklace. I actually went to Goodwill and found a nice men’s size medium black top, brought it home, and my guy stole it and gave me one of his shirts. If I would have only known I had shirts in his closet to do this with, it sure would have saved me a trip :o) Thanks for the DIY, I love them all! Next is the army green military shirt, just got the dyes and cut up the shirt!
Jessica
I just made this with an old turquoise t shirt- turned out super cool! I also made some of the ‘parton’ earrings- which also turned out really good! Fun ideas that gave me a reason to go through all my old tickle trunk junk on a snowy day in alberta xo
law templates
Cool! I just started wearing a halter-neck top I have with fringes like that 🙂