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Really cute top, great for Summer!
This nautical "peplum" top is great for summer!

Turn any old t-shirt into a really cute wardrobe staple :)

Posted by Sarah P. from Worcestershire, England, United Kingdom • Published See Sarah P.'s 8 projects »
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  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 1
    Step 1

    Grab an old t-shirt

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 2
    Step 2

    Cut in 2 - I cut around 10 inches from bottom.

    Cut sleeves off and cut a straight neckline.

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 3
    Step 3

    Place top piece onto lining fabric. Cut around this.

    Sew the sides of the lining fabric together.

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 4
    Step 4

    Sew two lines across the top of the bottom piece. This will be the "skirt" part.

    I did this by hand, but you can just loosen the tension on your sewing machine

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 5
    Step 5

    Pin the gathered bottom piece onto the top piece.

    Make sure the top piece is in line with the lining when pinned.

    Sew.

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 6
    Step 6

    Pin a line down the bottom of the top.

    Cut down this line.

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 7
    Step 7

    Insert zip. Pin and sew.

  • How to make a strapless top. Nautical Strapless Skirt Top - Step 8
    Step 8

    Turn right side out. Voilà!

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