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Posted by Jenna C. from New York, New York, United States • Published See Jenna C.'s 118 projects »
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  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 1
    Step 1

    Gather your materials.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 2
    Step 2

    Cut about three yards of trim.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 3
    Step 3

    Place cardboard shaper inside tee. You can easily make one from any cardboard box lying around.

  • Step 4

    Note: Cardboard shapers are useful for preventing glue leakage, keeping a flat and consistant work surface, and in this case, providing some ease for non-stretch trim to span the front of the tee without ruining the actual fit.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 5
    Step 5

    With cardboard inside, stretching tee slightly, lay trim across tee to determine lengths needed.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 6
    Step 6

    Space out your strips evenly.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 7
    Step 7

    Place your first strip at the edge of the side seam, under the arm.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 8
    Step 8

    Carefully glue down trim strips using tacky glue, from one side-seam to the other.

  • How to embellish a ribbon top. Rhinestone & Velvet Striped Tee - Step 9
    Step 9

    Once all strips have been secured to the tee, let dry completely and try it on!

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