Monday, June 4, 2012

My perfect tank

Sewing tips: Fixing Tank Top Neckline


I snagged these tank tops for $1.90 each at Old Navy Memorial Day sale. Nice soft fabric ( 94% cotton, 6% spandex), great colors and classic stripes print. The problem? Gaping neckline, and too deep armscye.

But then, how can these minor issues deter a sewing mama from snagging a deal. Just two small seams at both shoulders, only about two inches below the original

See? Like this

fix a plunging neckline

And a small snip! Ta da! My perfect tank at a perfect price. Now I'm kicking myself for buying only two of them.



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11 comments:

  1. UnknownJune 4, 2012 at 6:50 AM

    Great! I recently tried to do this with a cheap mini-dress I bought, but tightened it up too much... I will now have to unpick and re-stitch with a bit more space for my arms, sigh... more haste less speed once again!

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  2. Daffy's DreamJune 4, 2012 at 10:38 AM

    nice work! most often i do this. prefect fit at cheap price.

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  3. Crafty Brooklyn Army WifeJune 5, 2012 at 6:54 PM

    Brilliant!! TFS!! Stopping by from Show Me What You Got linky party.

    Here is what I shared: http://craftybrooklynarmywife.blogspot.ca/2012/06/kids-roll-up-nap-blanket.html

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  4. LaurenJune 7, 2012 at 11:21 AM

    Great, and so easy too. Now I can buy tanks knowing I can fix them up. I always have that problem. Thanks for sharing at our Pinteresting Party.

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  5. Recipes We LoveJune 8, 2012 at 5:58 AM

    I bought 8 of these the other day!!! When I saw the same one I bought I had to click on the link to see what changes you made. Great idea to tighten it up some. I have just been wearing them under things or in the backyard with the kids.

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  6. LindsayJune 9, 2012 at 4:26 PM

    I bought 8 of them over the holiday. :) I may have to do this as well!

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  7. Pam @Threading My WayJune 10, 2012 at 3:44 AM

    Thanks for sharing how you made the alterations. I've moved this from the 'Baby' linky to the 'Sewing Tips and Techniques' link party...

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  8. Amanda June 10, 2012 at 9:04 PM

    Oh, great idea! I never know how to make these little fixes.

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  9. UnknownJune 10, 2012 at 9:38 PM

    Great idea!

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  10. JillJune 11, 2012 at 7:17 PM

    Great fix-up!


    Thanks for linking to a Round Tuit!
    Hope you have a fabulous week!
    Jill @ Creating my way to Success
    http://www.jembellish.blogspot.com/

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