Men’s Shirt to Ladies’ Skirt: Join the Revolution!
I’m starting to think that Pinterest could be the best invention since peanut butter & I am a huge fan of peanut butter, so that’s really sayin’ somethin’. It’s a dream-come-true for people like me who see things that inspire & want to save the idea for later. It’s my little digital to-do list which just keeps growing because I’m seeing your to-do lists & then I wanna do that stuff as well.But, anyway, I love it. And that’s where I first learned of the idea of converting a man’s shirt into a skirt. And in true Pinterest style, many people have been inspired by the idea & done their own versions. And I’m just one of those people.This project does involve sewing, so if you’re in that group that’s still not sewing, I just want to say: Dahlings, what are you waiting for? Please save your money up & buy a sewing machine. It will change your life. Okay, on with the project.I started out by raiding my husband’s side of the closet for just the right shirt I could turn into a fall skirt. Then I convinced him to donate this one to my cause:
It was a nice quality flannel & it had 2 pockets: 2 good qualities for a shirt-to-skirt conversion.I made the first cuts right along the arm sleeves, leaving it to look like this:
Then, I turned the shirt over & cut across the top, just below the seam that runs across the shoulder blades. 
Next, I turned it inside out, literally stood in front of a mirror, & pinned it to fit from the waist to the hips. (Kinda like a slipcover, only it was on me instead of a piece of furniture.)
Then, I laid the skirt out & pinned further down each side to get a slight A-line. You may want to literally draw a line down the sides if you want the sides to be more exact. I’m more the wing-it type. Getting the side seams right may take a few fittings, but once you have it like you want it, cut off the excess & iron the seams.
To finish the waistband, I used the Non-Martha method because I prefer quick & easy over long & complicated. Professional seamstresses, look away. All I did was press down the top edge about 1/2 inch & sew. See? Quick & easy.
Lastly, I squared off the bottom & hemmed it to the length I wanted.
Then, I put it on, gave Lola the camera, & suddenly, I was a skirt model.
It’s my new favorite skirt. Thank you so much, Mrs. Whoever You Are that first inspired us with this idea! Ladies, what are you waiting for? Raid your husband’s closet or just head to Goodwill, then join the Men’s Shirt Skirt Revolution! I’m linking this how-to up with some of these inspirational people and the Pinterest Challenge here. Check them out!
October 6, 2011 @ 9:08 pm
it turned out great! i've been wanting to try that after seeing it everywhere. love it! 🙂
http://thebredewegs.blogspot.com
October 7, 2011 @ 12:24 am
It looks fantastic! I love the final outfit too! Very clever!
October 7, 2011 @ 12:36 am
That is so clever it makes me wish I had smaller hips or a bigger hubby so I could try it!
October 7, 2011 @ 2:28 am
That is such a wonderful idea. I love the idea of repurposing old clothing.
I'll definitely have to try this.
Rita
October 7, 2011 @ 2:51 am
So many people are making these skirts because it is a great idea. Just pinned this!! Great tut and so cute!
October 7, 2011 @ 3:25 am
I already did this and would like credit where due! You can find it right here: http://blubabescreate.blogspot.com/2011/06/blubabescreate-coming-your-way.html
October 7, 2011 @ 3:50 am
I love this! I never would of thought this was a Men's shirt. Thanks for the tips!
October 7, 2011 @ 4:07 am
Julie-That is just darling! And it looks GREAT on you! Who knew you were such a good model…and a seamstress….and a sweetie? Thanks for sharing here- This would be fun for me to make for the little girls! xo Diana
October 7, 2011 @ 11:35 am
Oh, how cute! I definitely NEED one of these! I know just the shirt…wait, do you think he'll miss it?!?
October 7, 2011 @ 12:03 pm
It turned out so well! I love the shirt you chose 🙂 I have been meaning to do this too…got a shirt at the salvation army and everything, but I've been afraid to cut it- ha!
October 7, 2011 @ 12:55 pm
This is extremely cute! I love it! You chose a great shirt to use! I have a party going on over at my blog that is dedicated to using your craft stash items, and I think your skirt would be a perfect fit! The link is open for most of October and I would love to have you join! Here is the link if you are interested: http://mylilpumpkinpatch.blogspot.com/2011/10/document.html
October 7, 2011 @ 1:30 pm
These photos remind me of my Aunt Jewell's photos…usually headless. Seriously, what a fun project! You create such easy to follow tutorials. Bravo!
October 7, 2011 @ 11:12 pm
Wow it turned out so adorable! Love!
October 8, 2011 @ 12:00 am
What a clever idea! You look like a very stylish model too:) God bless x
October 8, 2011 @ 4:08 am
suuper cute! the first thing i thought of was "i've seen that on pinterest". 🙂 sadly, i'm in that category of professed non-sewers. i even have a sewing machine which my hubby got for me last birthday. but then we moved and it's been sitting under a pile waiting for me to dig it out and try to learn. this project helps to inspire. 🙂
October 8, 2011 @ 4:23 am
I'm in love with this. Very cute! You just reminded me I need to sign up for pinterest. Thanks!
October 8, 2011 @ 4:25 am
This is was cute! I'm so glad you posted a tutorial because it looks a lot easier than I thought! Awesome job 🙂
Bekah
If Work Permits
October 8, 2011 @ 4:45 am
I totally agree with you re Pinterest-I am so addicted! I just love how easy it is to collect and store my favourite images. I think your project is fabulous. Great job!
I have posted about a few of my favourite pins on my blog today and if you have 5 Minutes to spare please pop by! I would be honoured if you could link up this pinspirational post to my weekly Pinning and Singing Linky Party as this post is just fabulous!
Best wishes and happy pinning!
Natasha @ 5 Minutes Just for Me
October 8, 2011 @ 2:20 pm
over from TTJ – love this! it doesn't look cheesy like some of them can … great job!
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October 8, 2011 @ 2:25 pm
I agree with p & J and Pinterest! and I love your reinvention of the skirt!
Debbie
October 8, 2011 @ 3:05 pm
The skirt looks adorable on you! Great job!
October 8, 2011 @ 5:44 pm
AWESOME!
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October 9, 2011 @ 1:50 am
So cute!!!
October 10, 2011 @ 1:26 am
That looks FAB!
October 13, 2011 @ 11:39 pm
I absolutely love it!! Going to try it myself.
Melissa
http://redflycreations.blogspot.com
November 11, 2011 @ 6:00 am
Very good work! I like your version so much better than the one I saw on Pinterest! Looks great! 🙂
January 6, 2012 @ 11:30 pm
Just wondering…how do you get in it if you sew straight across the top? Maybe my hips are just too big but I don't think I could get in it if I did that. Thanks!
January 7, 2012 @ 12:23 am
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Just need to unbutton it 🙂
October 11, 2012 @ 4:47 am
Great idea! Sew cute! Thanks for sharing.
October 14, 2012 @ 3:17 pm
Looks so good because you used a HEAVY shirt–when people use lightweight men's dress shirts, they look limp and sometimes see-through as skirts–not good bottomweights!! You got a great fit, too!! I did a makeover like this a while back with a waistband, another idea for another shirt! http://www.adventuresindressmaking.com/2010/04/one-of-greatest-mens-shirt-makeovers.html
September 11, 2014 @ 3:46 pm
Brilliant….simply, brilliant! I LOVE it! Off to raid my hubby's closet!!! Yay!